Mrs. Cavanaugh's Chocolates Review plus Discount Code

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We recently received a one pound box of Mrs. Cavanaugh's chocolates, and I have to say, they taste delicious. Since 1964, they have been making an assorted variety of candy and chocolate sweets. We in particular received their assorted milk chocolate box although they have dark chocolate as well. 

In addition to their traditional chocolates, the have variety of other flavors such as chocolate covered nuts, cherry cordials, chocolate pecan turtles, chocolate cremes, mints and chews like caramel. There is also a sugarless version for those who are diabetic but still want to enjoy eating chocolates. 

Aside from the one pound box, we were also received delicious chocolate bars of assorted flavors, my favorite being the white chocolate with a hint of coconut. They are packed in wonderful boxes, great for the holiday season. 

Although there's a positive general consensus among my kids, (kids and chocolates go together perfectly well) each one is inclined to a different flavored candy in the box:

Olivia (7 yrs old): " I like the caramel."
Emma (5 yrs old):  " I like the cherry flavored one."
Sophia (3 yrs old): " I like all the chocolate!"

Discount/Promo:  My readers receive Buy 1 lb Get 1 lb FREE of Mrs. Cavanaugh's Chocolates use promo code: usfamily2014 http://www.mrscavanaughs.com/

Disclosure: I received product sample(s) mentioned above from the company or representing PR for free. NO other payment was given. This is my honest opinion, yours may be different. 

Easy Banana Bread and Muffin Recipe

I've tried a lot of banana bread recipes and I finally found the perfect one. Adding sour cream makes a huge difference. I usually would never add sour cream on my banana bread. But last week I tried it and it make so much difference! It is so moist and delicious.

This recipe is for one 9x5x3 inch loaf of pan or 12 muffins.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
3/4 to 1 cup sugar (it depends how sweet you want it)
2 eggs
1 and 1/2 flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas (mashed well)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup sour cream

• Pre Heat oven at 350 degrees and butter your pan.

• Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Then add eggs and vanilla.

• Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the sugar and butter mixture. Mix well. You can use an electric mixer but I didn't. I mixed by had.

• Once it is all mixed add your mashed bananas and sour cream and mix.

• The mixture should be a little thick.

• Place in the oven for one hour for the loaf pan or 25 minutes for muffins or until cake tester (or butter knife) comes out clean.

Enjoy!

Holiday Gifts From Collage.Com

Product Samples Received

Just in time for the holidays, Collage.Com launched a handful new products. I recently ordered their Aluminum Photo Panels and Custom Ornaments. What I really like about Collage.com is that it was so easy and simple to order. I was able to make and order both products in  less than half an hour. It would have taken less if I knew which pictures to use. 

I ordered their 11x14 Aluminum Photo Panels. I used a family picture that was taken in  Niagara Falls last summer. I was really worried that my picture would look blurry because it was taken using an iPhone. But surprisingly it came out really great. The picture is so clear and beautiful. Although I only used one photo, you can add more and make a collage. Another great thing about the aluminum photo panel is that it came with mounting hardware already pre-installed so they are ready to be hang and display when you receive it.

Aluminum Photo Panels are great alternative to the classic canvas photos. Dyes are directly infused into the metal, giving your images brightness and definition like you're never seen it before. Memories don't get more vivid than this!

Collage.Com's aluminum Custom Ornaments are a great way to turn memories into keepsakes that will deck the halls for years to come. Their ornaments come in two shapes, oval and rectangle and come looped with red ribbon and ready to hang. I made the rectangular ornament with five pictures taken last Christmas. The pictures are clear and printed both sides. I've always wanted to start a family tradition of making Christmas ornaments so I will definitely continue to make one every year.

Did you know that you can also order Custom Wrapping Paper in Collage.com?  Custom wrapping paper is a great way to make your gift fun and memorable. It's perfect for any occasions especially this Holiday Season. Their custom wrapping paper is printed on thick, high-quality wrapping paper. It has has measuring grid printed on the back for those of you (like me) that can't cut straight. 

Visit Collage.Com to learn more of these products.
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Disclosure: I received product sample(s) mentioned above from the company or representing PR for free. NO other payment was given. This is my honest opinion, yours may be different. 

Make, Bake, and Decorate with Christmas 3D Cookie Kit

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It's been our tradition every year to make Christmas cookies. My girls always look forward designing their own cookies. This year they are even more excited because we are going to make 3D cookies thanks to The Christmas 3D Cookie Kit that we received to review.

The kit comes with a recipe and instruction book and 3D cookie cutters. The instruction is very easy to follow. I really like that their basic cookie dough recipe has only 5 ingredients (that we already have in hand) and very simple to make.

My girls are so excited to make and decorate their own 3D Christmas Tree and 3D Snowman Cookies. They also have instructions how to make candy canes, gingerbread houses, spiral cookies, snow globe cookies and so much more!

The kit comes with a cute box with a magnetic closure. You can easily put back the recipe book and cookie cutters for later use or store it for next year.  It's also perfect to give as a present this Christmas!

Disclosure: I received product sample(s) mentioned above from the company or representing PR for free. NO other payment was given. This is my honest opinion, yours may be different. This post may contain affiliate link.

Just Sayin' Review

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I've always struggled to do my daily devotional when I was younger. And I'm sure a lot of kids feel the same way. This is why I really like Just Sayin' because it is not your typical devotional book for girls. 

It’s an all-out open space for you to explore and learn more about yourself and your faith. Prompts get your mind thinking, ideas flowing, and help turn your thoughts and emotions into dynamic doodles and more!

Each of the short, single-page devos were designed for girls and teens, with relevant topic, quotes, Scripture, plus doodles, journal prompts, lists, puzzles, quizzes, fill-in-the-blank prayers, and unique activities that explore Bible truths and ways to apply the everyday. Just Sayin’ challenges girls to follow Jesus every day.

I gave this to my 11 year old niece and she really likes it. She like to draw and doodles so this is perfect for her. She likes that all the activities on the book are very simple and easy to understand. The puzzles and quizzes are also fun to do. 


Disclosure: BookLook Bloggers-Thomas Nelson Publishers provided me this Book free as part of their book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. 

Soothie Suckers Review and Giveaway

I know it's impossible to shield our children completely against cold and flu especially when they are in school. However, it's always a great idea to teach our kids some preventative measures.

Washing Hands - We always make sure our kids wash their hands at all times especially before eating, playing, or after using the bathroom with soap and water.

Cover their mouth when coughing or sneezing - Make sure your kids know how to properly cover their mouth when coughing or sneezing with a tissue or their elbow.

Teach your kids NOT to share utensils/cups with other kids - I have to constantly remind my daughter not to do this because she loves to share her food with her classmates.

In spite of us doing all these, during winter time my girls still get sick easily (especially my eldest.) She have already missed six school days this year.

We recently tried Soothie Suckers and we are hoping that taking their Immune Support and Nasal Support daily will keep our kids healthy this winter. They are all-natural herbal supplement ice pop. They contain certified organic or wild crafted herbal extracts. There are no artificial flavors, no high fructose corn syrup and no alcohol. They taste great and my girls love when it's frozen because it's like eating orange or grape flavored ice pop!

Immune Support Herbal Ice Pops  

• Orange Proprietary herbal blends 
• Certified organic or wild-crafted herbal extracts 
• No artificial flavors, No high fructose corn syrup and No alcohol 
• Formulated in conjunction with the President of the American Herbalists Guild 

Try our Soothie Suckers Nasal Support, too! One hundred percent plant-based, our Immune Support blend makes use of herbs that for generations have provided parents with safe and gentle ways to help kids stay happy and healthy. Your kids will love the sweet orange taste, and you’ll love that there are no artificial flavors, no high fructose corn syrup and not a single drop of alcohol.


Nasal Support Herbal Ice Pops 

• Grape Proprietary herbal blends 
• Certified organic or wild-crafted herbal extracts 
• No artificial flavors, No high fructose corn syrup and No alcohol 
• Formulated in conjunction with the President of the American Herbalists Guild 

Try our Soothie Suckers Immune Support, too! One hundred percent plant-based, our Nasal Support blend makes use of herbs that for generations have provided parents with safe and gentle ways to help kids stay happy and healthy. Your kids will love the yummy grape taste, and you’ll love that there are no artificial flavors, no high fructose corn syrup and not a single drop of alcohol.

Coupon: Enter HEALTHYFUN for $2 OFF your purchase of Soothie Suckers Herbal Icepops

Giveaway: Win a box of Soothie Suckers Herbal Icepops Immune and Nasal Support

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