"Hugo the Happy Starfish: Teamwork" Children's Book Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

            Hugo the Happy Starfish: Teamwork is just one of many books in this series about a little starfish who wishes to venture away from his home at the bottom of the sea and visit the real world. He meets lots of new friends along the way and learns valuable life skills as well!
            In Teamwork, Hugo and his friend Seedo are traveling across the ocean when a hurricane threatens them. They quickly swim to a nearby island and begin going about building a shelter. Unfortunately, they face many obstacles along the way. With the help of Seedo and his magical trumpet and their other friends, they eventually get the shelter built by working together. They also get rewarded with a magical surprise at the end for working together too!

             The Hugo books combine two of my favorite things: books and learning! This book, along with the other Hugo books, would be great to read with kids who may be starting preschool soon as they teach important life skills, such as sharing, working together, patience, dealing with bullies, tolerance, and so much more! All important things to become a successful and enjoyable individual to be around. Kids will love this book for the colorful characters and the fun magical, imaginative aspects of it as well.
            Teamwork also provides expanded learning opportunities. Kids may not know what a hurricane is, so this would be a perfect time to talk about them! There are also worksheets for some of the books provided on Hugo's website HERE for free, as well as games and coloring pages. Be sure to check out all of the Hugo books while you're there too!

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Crane Humidifier Giveaway

Welcome to the Keep the Germs at Bay Giveaway!

Prize: Crane Germ Defense Cool & Warm Air Humidifier

Sponsored by:  Crane

Hosted by: Gloriously Green Gal & Savory Savings

Co-hosted by: Bloggie Away, Monica’s Rants, Raves & Reviews, Dividing by Zero, Her 3 Little Thinkers, Joy Makin’ Mamas, Profit From Sweepstakes Giveaway & Review Blog , Mixed Nuts Mommy, and To Be A Better You

This winter has been particularly long and full of colds, sinus infections and other ailments for many.  Krista over at Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings, has been struggling with sinus infections all winter and as a result, a dry nose and dry cough.  With the help of the Crane Germ Defence Cool & Warm Air Humidifier, she could rest easily and inhale again (without nose pain!).  Check out the full review of this humidifier and see why it might be a good fit for your home, too!
If you would like to win a Crane Germ Defense Cool & Warm Air Humidifier, enter with the Giveaway Tool below. One lucky US, 18+ winner will receive a Crane Germ Defense Cool & Warm Air Humidifier!  This giveaway will run from February 19, 2014 through March 4.  If you have won a Crane giveaway from any blog in the last 12 months, you are not eligible to win.  All entries will be verified.  Winner will be emailed (consider adding gloriouslygreengal@gmail.com to your safe list) and will have 48 hours to respond or prize is forfeited and a new winner will be selected.
Good Luck!

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Green Mountain Diapers GC Giveaway

Welcome to the Green Mountain Cloth Diapers $50 Gift Card Giveaway! 

Sponsored By: Green Mountain Diapers

Hosted By: Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Green Mountain Diapers was born in 1998 and 10 years later was moved out of Karen's home, to the nearby Cotton Mill (in 2009). Green Mountain Diapers is a small husband and wife run business with the addition of 4 employees to help out, making them a wonderful team of people helping to serve every family's cloth diapering needs. They are dedicated to quality service (which I can attest for) as well as providing natural fiber diapering. Their mission is to inform others about cloth diapers and help provide the very best for today's modern diapering products focusing on those natural fibers.

Read Mami's 3 Little Monkeys full review of the Blueberry Simplex OS AIO HERE!

This is a great opportunity for someone to add to their cloth diaper stash! Green Mountain Diaper's website is full of information too if you're new to cloth diapering and not sure where to start. They even have a page on "Country of Origin" for cloth diapers, which I thought was super cool!-GGWB

Enter for your chance to win this awesome giveaway of a $50 Gift Certificate to Green Mountain Diapers!
Complete entries through the Giveaway Tools entry form below, winner will be chosen at random and entry will be verified. Winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours in which to respond or a new winner will be chosen. Good Luck! 
Open to US residents whom are at least 18 years of age.
Giveaway will end on March 5th at 11:59pm CST.

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The Agonizing Wait for...

            Before anyone gets too excited, no, I'm not currently pregnant. (That I'm aware of.) This is my test from when I found out I was pregnant with Myka. Sorry to burst any bubbles out there.
            However, I wouldn't say we're actively trying to have another baby, but we're not exactly doing anything to prevent it. We're taking the "whatever happens, happens" approach for now. I had a weird feeling all last month that something would happen, though, so now it's like some breaking news story in my brain: Pregnancy Watch 2014. If that made any sense. For me, though, things aren't easy in the baby making department.

Ora's Amazing Herbal Giveaway

Welcome to the Ora's Amazing Herbal Giveaway

Hosted by: Green Organic Mamas

Sponsored by: Ora's Amazing Herbal

A special thank you goes out to our Sponsor and Co-Hosts. 
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You know me; I just LOVE natural products! I was especially excited when I saw that Ora's Amazing Herbal offers salves. It's a shame they're not more popular in general because they work great!-GGWB

Read More in The Go Mamas Ora's Amazing Herbal Review

 We at Green Organic Mamas support the handmade and small business community, and promote the importance of buying handmade goods. We hope you will also!
 
Giveaway Details:

One Winner will win their own Sampler Gift Box from Ora's Amazing Herbal
(ARV $32)

This giveaway ends 02/28/2014

Open to US residents

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30 Day Honey Challenge-Final Update!

            If you've been keeping up with the honey challenge at all, I have good news for you: You don't have to look at any more horrendous pictures of my face! lol But seriously, what are my thoughts upon completing the 30 Day Honey Challenge?
            First of all, I have to admit that I'm glad I don't have to remember to do it every day now. I'm very uncomplicated in the daily routine department (read: lazy) and to be honest, I usually don't wash my face every day. Some may argue that that's my problem as far as acne goes. Other people, like my husband, think I wash my face too much and swear up and down that their own face breaks out less often the less they wash their face. That's all fine and dandy, but that's your face, not mine.
            Second, and I really hate saying this, but I don' t feel there's been a significant amount of improvement to continue using honey on my face. Not the honey I was using anyways. I am thinking about trying the Raw Buckwheat Honey from MVTC that I received for review and only using it when I would normally wash my face. I have a feeling it's a lot better than the stuff I was using anyways.
            Finally, as I've mentioned in previous updates, I think a large part of the reason this "didn't work" is the whole hormone factor. I really think mine are just too messed up for my own good. If you get blemishes or have acne from not eating a very good diet and, well, other non-hormonal related things, I think honey would help you out. I've read plenty of stories online about individuals having a lot of luck with honey.

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            My husband said he has noticed a difference in my face. Can you? How did your own challenge go? Would you ever consider using honey on your face?

EScents Aromatherapy Giveaway

The "Live Well" aromatherapy contest - sponsored by Ecents Aromatherapy

Hosted by The World of ContestPatti & Co-Hosted by Purple Monster Coupons

Prize is a "Live Well" (pictured) Aromatherapy gift basket from EScents Feel Good. 

We are all meant to in life; it's in our nature.

When we feel good, we give more back to our planet and the people around us.

Escents Aromatherapy is founded on the idea that everyone should feel good, body and mind. For one person, it's about creating a personal oasis in which to relax. For another, it's about relieving headache pain to do the things they love. No matter the need, nature has the power to provide and nurture us. It is our most precious commodity. It gives in every way imaginable; nourishing and healing our bodies, stimulating our minds, and creating a truly soulful experience of life.
We strive to consider our nature, eco-system and planet in all of their activities and decisions. Working to serve and preserve it. Their journey to zero impact is ongoing and endless. 

Escents Aromatherapy's website is chock full of helpful info. I highly recommend you check it out. You can shop by product type or health solution, which is pretty nifty. They even offer children's remedies!-GGWB

Escents have kindly donated a live well gift basket for one lucky ContestPatti reader to win. To be in with a chance to win enter through the RaffleCopter form below. Good Luck!

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Valentine's Fluffy Butt

            I don't really do Valentine's Day. This is as Valentine's-y as I get: My love for my cute little fluffy butt and the cute fluff on her butt!

Both diapers are Best Bottoms (Of course. Are you really surprised?) in Very Cherry and Strawberry Shortcake.

Simple Start App Review

 Disclaimer: I received a free trial to Weight Watchers (including the Simple Start App) to facilitate this review. Regardless, all opinions expressed within are my own and may differ from your own.

            Hey folks! Losing weight/getting in shape is probably the most popular New Year's Resolution there is. Unfortunately, many people "fall off the wagon" within the first month. Luckily, Weight Watchers just released a new program in December that will help you kick start AND stay on track with your weight loss goals!
            The Simple Start program is designed to ease you into the Weight Watchers program and help you learn what to eat. It includes meal and snack ideas, a list of power foods that comes in handy for grocery shopping, and you can view all of it on your iPhone or Android. (Unless your phone is "too old" like mine. BUT, you can still view it online as well.)

            The Simple Start Plan is great because you learn what foods are healthy without having to worry about counting points or portion size yet. (The meals and snacks list their points values, so you can still count points, of course, if you so choose.) Plus, they even include a list of healthier versions of "indulgences", so yes, you can still eat ice cream, chocolate, and even drink wine occasionally! (It's actually a good thing to not completely cut out sweets and treats. Just don't over do it.)

"Time Together: Me and Dad" Children's Book Review

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This is not my image nor do I own the rights to it. 

            Hey folks! I hope you are enjoying all of the new book reviews on the blog. I have several more children's books coming your way soon AND a special book for the new mommies out there!
            Today's book for review is Time Together: Me and Dad by Maria Catherine. This is a great little book for 2-6 year olds. It's written in a very simple and direct way and the book is short so little readers won't get distracted as easily. Even if your children aren't old enough to read yet, the illustrations are colorful and fun and should keep their attention and be enjoyable to look at while you read it to them.
            The book illustrates every day activities that dads and kids can enjoy together, such as "Bear hug time" and "Sky high building time". I think this would be a great book for dads to read WITH their children. They may even get some ideas for new activities to do with their children in their free time! With the majority of dads working outside of the home, it's nice to spend some quality time together. What better way than curling up with a good book?! Capstone Young Readers also offers Time Together: Me and Mom if that's more up your alley.
            Overall I really liked this book and highly recommend it if you have young children!

 Disclaimer: I received a digital copy of this book through netgalley.com to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.