Suave, Take Me Away
Yes, I know that line is usually connected to another product, but I have never felt like that after using that stuff. It took a shower with Suave® Naturals Body Wash Apricot Exfoliating Shower Gel to get me uttering those words. See, I am a bit of a shower snob. While I love the scents of body washes and such, I usually stay away from them because my skin is very dry and sensitive. Not to mention that I have severe allergies and most fruity, flowery scented things irritate my asthma symptoms. So, when BSM Media offered me the chance to try out a few of Suave’s products, I was a little hesitant.
But oh how things change. The Apricot Exfoliating Shower Gel is like a mini-spa in a bottle. The scent is soft and pleasant and my skin felt smooth. After using it in my morning shower I was rejuvenated and my body was awake. Suffice it to say, I did not experience any side effects either- no dry patches and rashes like I normally get from some of the more expensive items. And even the Cocoa Butter with Shea Lotion was a pleasant surprise. It was thick and provided my feet, hands, and elbows with the coverage needed to stay moisturized all day long.
Now I have to be honest with you- I don’t normally pamper myself. In fact, showering on a daily basis is usually my rest and relaxation time, but even then, I am usually rushed by the constant “Mommy. Mommy. Mommy…,” calls from my toddler. I barely get a chance to take in the fragrance of the soap before I have to jump out to manage some 3 -year-old catastrophe. But Suave® and Holly Robinson-Pete are encouraging moms to take a few minutes… Continue reading
Love, Hugs, Peace Movement at Build-A-Bear Giveaway Winner

Well, I had a very disappointing turnout for my giveaway this time. I am going to chalk it up to summer being very busy and people not really having time to enter contest. yep! That had to be the case. At any rate, thank you to all who entered. I placed all four names into Random.org and the winner is:
Janet Carpenter
Janet, please contact me by Wednesday August 19 with your mailing address and I will send out your gift card right away.
Pre-Review Contest for Wine Lovers

My upcoming review will take a look at JustWineRack, which offers a beautiful assortment of wine racks and other wine accessories. But, in the meantime, I want to know what is your favorite bottle of wine? Leave a comment on this post and tell me your favorite bottle. I will try them all and if I like yours the best, you will win a beautiful surprise Wine Lover’s Gift Basket that I am put together just for this purpose. The basket is valued at $150 and can be shipped anywhere in the US.
This contest is open to US residents only.
Contest Ends October 1, 2009
My Secret Circle Giveaway Winner


Thank you to all who entered the contest. The winner is Michele Dortch of Integrated Mother. Please email me your address as soon as possible. Thanks again!
