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61 More days left to try Crystal Light Limited Mocktails

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One thing I’ve come to know about summer is that I will inevitably end up sitting next to the pool, sun beating down, watching the kids swim. With the temperature getting hotter, there’s nothing better than an ice cold margarita to cool down with.  The problem, though, is all the calories in said margarita! That is why I was so glad to hear about the new, limited-edition Crystal Light Mocktails! With just 5 calories per serving, the 3 new flavors, Margarita, Mojito and Appletini, are a refreshing way to relax on a warm summer day. They have the same great taste as their cocktail counterparts, with the low calories you’ve come to expect from Crystal Light.

To check out this refreshing new line of Crystal Light Mocktails, I got to try out the Margarita flavor. I have to say, I wasn’t digging on it too much – I just wish the flavor were stronger. As a die-hard Crystal Light fan, though, I’m positive that I will enjoy the Mojito or Appletini flavor. Crystal Light Mocktails are non-alcoholic and a great way to cool off during the hot summer days. Check your local stores – they’re only around for a limited time and  as of toady it’s showing only 61 DAYS LEFT!  So you really don’t want to miss these!

For valuable information and fun ideas, follow Crystal Light  on Twitter or like them on Facebook!

 

*I received a sample of Crystal Light Mocktails from Kraft Foods*

The all-new Barbie Magazine *Review & Giveaway*

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To all the Barbie fans out there, it is time to get excited!  Once again Barbie has reinvented herself.  This time it is with an All New-Barbie Magazine.  For more than 50 years Barbie has been an icon in the world of toys and fashion.  I loved playing with my Barbie dolls growing up, and so did all of my friends.  Barbie inspired whole generations of little girls to want to be like her; pretty and glamorous.  Since then Barbie has seen over a hundred new designs and career models, as well as DVD’s and other products.  This magazine is the next step in captivating another generation of young girls.

 

Published by Titan Magazines, The Barbie Magazine has something for girls of all ages.  It has fun stories, stickers, lots of puzzles, posters, and plenty of do it yourself crafts and projects for hours of fun.  It is truly an interactive magazine designed for girls of all ages. 

My youngest daughter loved doing the puzzles and placing her new Barbie stickers all over her room.  It is also keeping her interested in reading; as she has asked me to read her the stories at night before bed.  This is always a plus to me.  We also like that the stories offer variety.  Similar to the Dora the Explorer magazine, the stories place Barbie in fun and exciting adventures that are a blast to read, but they offer an inspirational or educational aspect.  I really appreciate that as a mother.  Even my older daughter enjoyed reading some of the stories.  There are also lifestyle features that will show your daughter how she can live like Barbie; my daughter really loved that part!

 

In the first issue, on sale now, Barbie talks about hanging out with her sisters, shares behind the scenes information on the newest Barbie Dvd, Barbie: A Fairy Secret, and introduces her readers to movie star Emma Watson.  It is truly interactive.  The all-new Barbie Magazine is on sale now at newsstands, bookstores, and selected supermarkets and Toys R Us stores.  However a subscription will save you 10% off the cover price, and you can enjoy a whole year of Barbie Magazine (4 years) for just $17.99.  Less than the price of one doll!  Find out more and subscribe today at: www.titanmagazines.com/barbie

 

About Titan Magazines:
As the world¹s leading publisher of licensed titles, Titan Publishing draws
upon a wealth of experience and expertise to produce a range of outstanding
magazines, both in print, and on line. Current titles include: Star Wars
Insider; Star Trek Magazine; Supernatural Magazine; Star Wars: The Clone
Wars Magazine; Dora the Explorer and Friends Magazine; WWE; Lenore; Tank
Girl.

About Mattel:

is the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing
of toys and family products. The Mattel family is comprised of such
best-selling brands as Barbie®, the most popular fashion doll ever
introduced, Hot Wheels®, Matchbox®, American Girl®, Radica® and Tyco® R/C,
as well as Fisher-Price® brands, including Little People®, Power Wheels® and
a wide array of entertainment-inspired toy lines. In 2011, Mattel was named
as one of FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the fourth
year in a row, and also is ranked among Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s
“100 Best Corporate Citizens.” With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo,
Calif., Mattel employs approximately 30,000 people in 43 countries and
territories and sells products in more than 150 nations. At Mattel, we are
“Creating the Future of Play.”

BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dresses are owned by, and used
under license from, Mattel, Inc. © 2011 Mattel Inc. All Rights Reserved.

 

Now the Fun Part! One lucky winner will win your own Copy of The all-new Barbie Magazine! To Enter Tell me who you would give your copy to! I will pick the lucky winner 6/23/2011 @ Noon EST!

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Gum Crayola Timer light toothbrush and Flossers *Review & Giveaway*

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Getting your kids to enjoy brushing their teeth can be difficult at times.  It helps if the process can be fun.  This is what I like about the Gum Crayola Timerlight toothbrush.  Once activated two color coordinated LED lights, light up the entire toothbrush for 60 second intervals as your child is using it.  This guides them to brush longer and get in the routine of brushing for at least 60 seconds each time; as recommended by the American dental association.  My youngest daughter loves her Gum Crayola Timerlight toothbrush.  She said colorful lights made it fun, and that the multiple colors were pretty.  We talked about how she needs to brush long enough to do a good job removing plaque so she can always have a pretty smile.

This brush guides her into good habits early.  The bristles are extremely soft, and she said they felt really gentle on her teeth.  The head of the brush is also smaller and narrow, which fit more comfortably in her mouth.  This toothbrush was really designed with the comfort of child in mind.  It also has a suction cup base which helps store it in the cabinet neatly when not in use, without any mess.  With multiple colors, the Gum Crayola Brand will appeal to both boys and girls.

You can also visit gumbrand.com and receive 30% off any order of $10 of more, using the promo code CR30. This code expires July 15th. As a reminder, helpful guidelines for kids’ oral care can be found on the GUM Crayola YouTube Channel.

 

Now for the Fun Part! I am giving 10 lucky winners a GUM® Crayola™ Timer Light Toothbrush and pack of GUM® Crayola™ Flossers! 
To enter please share how you get your children Interested in brushing.  I will pick the lucky winners 6/23 @ Noon EST

1. Follow Me at @simply_unique79 on twitter.
2. Tweet this giveaway (1 Per Day)
3 Become a Subscriber of GUM® Crayola™ and My YouTube channel Atlanta Mommy Blogger (2 Extra Entries)
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100% Natural Lipton Iced Ice is perfect for the summer time!

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Lipton Iced Tea has recently launched a new line of beverages; 100% Natural Lipton Iced Tea.  This new line of tea has all natural ingredients and comes in four delicious flavors: Traditional favorites, Iced Tea with Lemon and Green Tea with Citrus, as well as two tasty new flavors including Green Tea with Passion Fruit Mango and Iced Tea with Blueberry Pomegranate.  These new flavors began showing up in stores last month and let me be the first to tell you that they are delicious and perfect for the hot summer days ahead; me and my kids love them!

The stylish and curvy bottle immediately grabs your attention, but it is the rich and flavorful aroma that really pulls you in as soon as you open the bottle.  My favorite is the new Iced Tea with blueberry pomegranate; it is so smooth and tasty, and it combines a perfect mix of fruit flavor and tea flavor without either dominating the drink.  This is not the case with some teas where you either can’t taste the flavored ingredient, or it tastes like a fruit drink only with no tea.  This is not the case with these drinks.  You truly get the best of both worlds.  I couldn’t stop drinking them.  My kids still enjoy the classic Iced Tea with Lemon.  They said it tasted the sweetest of the different flavors without the lemon flavor dominating the drink.  My daughter said it tasted like a perfect combination of lemon and “sweet tea”.  This is what I liked most about these new beverages; the perfect blend of the multiple flavors in each drink that allowed you to get the full taste of both.  It is not always what you get with other teas.  We really enjoyed all 4 flavors, but these were our favorites.  There is no pronounced aftertaste and the drink goes down smooth as can be.

The all natural ingredients include Tea (water, tea extract from leaves) sugar, citric acid, natural flavor, Reb A (purified stevia effect).  Each bottle has 130 calories, 120 mg sodium, and 33g sugar.

Lipton has also partnered up with Pandora.com to celebrate the line of drinks and treat listeners to a summer experience that will allow them to enjoy music “the natural way”.  “The Natural Side of Music” will include a surprise summer kick off concert with a major unannounced recording artists, a host of online videos featuring plenty of interviews & extras with music artists.  Check out all the details here at Lipton’s facebook page: I can’t wait to see what else they have in store this summer.  In the meantime go pick some of the tea now if you haven’t tried it yet; you won’t regret it.  It is the perfect summertime drink.

 

*I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Gen-Yknot on behalf of Lipton and received Lipton product samples and a subscription to Pandora One to facilitate my candid review. Gen-Yknot also sent me a promotional item to thank me for my time.*

Cottonelle ‘Get Fresh with a Friend’ campaign is back this year!

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Summertime is here, and that means we are all looking for a convenient way to stay fresh and “out of the shower” clean all day when it gets hot and sweaty.  That is why you will find a container of Cottonelle Moist Wipes in all of my bathrooms!  If you’re new to flushable moist wipes, fans of the brand will tell you that once you make them part of your daily routine; you’ll wonder how you ever got by without them. The wipes are convenient all year-long, but in the summer months they are a must have!  Just ask around, everyone who uses them is a satisfied customer; me included.  This is because they are not only convenient, but they have so many uses.  Where do I begin?  First, they are perfect for everyone in the family from the newborn, to the older kids, up to Mom and Dad.

They are very moist and thick so they do a better job than toilet paper, and are extra absorbent so you only need to use one at a time.  The wipes are completely flushable so there is no hassle.  They also contain no alcohol so how the many ways you can use these are truly endless.  In addition to traditional bathroom uses, you can use them to wipe your hands, clean your face after a quick run at the gym, for wiping your nose, or for a quick freshening up when you don’t have time for a full shower.  This is why I have them not only in all the bathrooms in my house, but also a few in my bags too!

I also love the new and improved dispenser.  It ensures that the container has a tight seal with a push button at the top with a single sheet dispenser.  This keeps it sealed tight so that the sheets don’t dry out; unlike some of the cheaper containers of other brands.  A container holds 42 wipes and retails for about $3.99, so you can afford to load up for the entire family without breaking your budget.

Last year the Cottonelle brand launched the ‘Get Fresh with a Friend’ campaign designed to get America hooked on fresh Flushable Moist Wipes. It was so successful that they’re reintroducing the campaign for a second year! Until September 1st you can receive a $1.00 off coupon for a tub of Fresh Moist Wipes by sharing “fresh rewards “at GetFreshWithaFriend.com so go get some today

 

*I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Cottonelle and received product and a promotional item as a thank you for my participation*

 

 

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