The Boxcar Children DVD #Giveaway!

"Mom! This is the best movie I have seen since The Lego Movie!  I love it." - my daughter

This year in homeschool, we're going to be reading The Boxcar Children Mysteries.  This DVD came at the perfect time!  My children (6, 9, and 10) all love it.  It's a charming movie with an important message.  It will be officially released on August 19th, a few days after this giveaway ends.  You can pre-order it on Amazon for $12.77.  A great deal!   

About the movie:
Four orphaned and homeless siblings happen upon an abandoned boxcar, which, with a little creativity and hard work, they gradually furnish with all the comforts of home. Fearful that they will be sent to live with the reputedly cruel grandfather they have never met, the children keep their new home a secret until a serious illness forces them to reveal themselves in order to save young Violet.   The story is both heartwarming and entertaining.  This DVD is definitely for more than just the kids!

GIVEAWAY

Enter below by August 18th at 11 pm anyone's time.  I'll choose a winner the next morning via Random.org.  In the meantime, have a very blessed week!

Disclosure: Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.  Only  one  entrant  per  mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.

Now THIS is What a Subscription Box is Supposed to Look Like! #Curlkit #Beauty

I was so impressed when the mail lady handed me the package with my first CurlKit inside--it was heavy and big enough to be impressive.  I've tried a lot of subscription boxes and this one was by far the most value for the money ($18 total for your first box--$20 every box after).  My CurlKit included 5--count 'em FIVE!--full-size products and 3 sample sizes plus a booklet on curly hair tips.  

My CurlKit



My CurlKit Hair

These 3 products were my faves:

Eco Cocktail: A styling cream that leaves my curls soft and smelling amazing. It's infused with good stuff like super-fruits and natural oil that actually nourish and condition my hair while I'm wearing it... all day long.  I love it!

Ori Essentials Conditioner: Gives lush, radiant soft curls without frizz and it smells like coconut.  It's amazing!

Nubian Heritage Shea Butter Body Wash: Oh. My. Goodness.  Smells amazing and I felt like I was bathing in silk!  Two generous sized sample packets were in my CurlKit but, even though they were sample sized, they are so worth mentioning.

CurlKit seems to be a super fun and very affordable way to try new products. I am genuinely impressed.  In each CurlKit, you receive everything from pomades and conditioners to natural hair tools, from well-known brands as well as emerging gems. It's also worth noting that CurlKit subscriptions are available with a 100% no questions asked guarantee and you can cancel at anytime. 

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If you sign up using any of the links in this review, you'll receive 10% off!  Just head to CurlKit's Store.  Let me know if you decide to try them out!

Special thanks to the wonderful people at CurlKit for providing me with this review opportunity! 

My Own Love Story and a YesVideo #Giveaway: Transfer Your Videos to DVD

Thirteen years ago I married my best friend. We have grown and changed so much through the years, added four amazing children to the mix, and have traveled throughout the country and gone on many adventures together. We've had our challenges, we've really begun to learn what the word "commitment" means, and I've also learned that God has given me a man I can tell anything to. That's an amazing thing, and I am so blessed to have this guy as my hubby! Through thick and thin, I am so glad he's mine!

I've been wanting to transfer our wedding video and some of our childhood home videos for DVD for quite awhile but I really didn't know how to go about it or what company to use.  I decided to go to YesVideo because they've been around for 15 years and they had so much to offer!  Everything is super convenient--they mail you a prepaid shipping box which you just stick in the mail with your videos.  The turnaround time is pretty fast--a couple of weeks total--and you even get your videos in on-line form so that you can share them on your social media sites.  Here's a clip of our love story:

GIVEAWAY
One of my readers will receive a $50 gift card to YesVideo!  Enter below by 8/10 at 11 pm anyone's time.  I'll choose a winner the next morning.

 

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JLeer Jeans: Where Fashion Meets Function... Last Chance to Win!

I have discovered the coolest jeans possibly ever!  When I heard JLeer's catchy slogan "Fashion meets function" I wondered how true that would be.  Well, it couldn't be truer, it turns out.  These are super nice jeans, my hubby loves them on me, and they are the most comfortable jeans in memory, not to mention the "functionable" part... but I'll get to that in a minute. 

 

I'm not usually a jeans kind of girl.  I like skirts.  They're generally more comfy, in my own humble opinion.  Lately, though, I've been looking for new jeans that would actually look nice and be comfortable.  I wrote about some last week that I discovered, and now Jleer!  Jleer kind of turned me into a jeans kind of girl over night.  After I took my pics in them, I updated my Facebook profile pic with one of these pics and then went as far as to update my cover photo jean-style.  I wore my Jleers all day yesterday to a rather exertive play practice (lotsa chase scenes, jumping off the stage, etc.)  They were totally comfortable the whole time. I even worked out in them!  Not kidding. 

 

And they've got these really cool pockets.  That where the "functional designs" come in.  There's nothing else like their pocket ideas.  The pockets are easier to get your hands in for your wallet, keys, or cell phone.  They're in the perfect spots and easy to get to!  Plus, they're not to deep or too tight like the pockets in my other jeans.  Love them!!

Super Cool, Functional Pockets

Giveaway
The exceptionally nice people at JLeer are going to give one of my readers a pair of jeans!  Enter below by July 24th at 11 pm anyone's time.  I'll choose a winner the next morning.
 

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Special thanks to the wonderful people at JLeer for this review and giveaway opportunity!

 

 

Mm!! Lemon Merinque Pie, I Mean Lemon Body Scrub, I Mean... A June Jacobs GIVEAWAY!

June Jacobs Lemon Sugar Body Polish is soooo amazing! First of all, it smells heavenly.  It reminds me of Lemon Meringue pie which made me put that on my grocery list.   I can't wait to enjoy it right after my next shower!  The Lemon Sugar body scrub features sugar granules and it's buffered in rich oils of safflower, hazelnut, sesame seed, avocado and wheat germ to silken the body from top to toe. It works!  After the first time I used it, my hubby commented on how soft my skin is.  He said, "Your skin is so soft!  Isn't it supposed to be getting older, not softer?"  35 apparently is "older" than 25, yes?  But who says you need to feel older... or that your skin needs to feel older?  I'll take younger any day!  In sum, this body polish invigorates the senses as roughness retreats and dryness disappears without a trace.  So perfect!

Giveaway

Enter below by July 29th at 11 pm anyone's time.  I'll choose a winner the next morning.  Good luck, best wishes, and all that jazz!

 

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Special thanks to the wonderful people at June Jacobs for providing me with this review and giveaway opportunity!

Liquid Chalk Markers: An Art Tool To Really Inspire Creativity

We recently received a set of Liquid Chalk Markers and they are actually so much more than just chalk!  You can use them on a chalkboard, also on a white board, on material, on windows, on mirrors, on metal or wood... you name it!  If you use them on a hard, non-porous surface (glass, boards, etc.) it will wipe right off.  We tried it out on so many surfaces!  We also used it to paint flags.  It worked perfectly, though if you use them to paint material, wood, walls, or other porous or grooved surfaces, they won't wipe off.  I'm always painting murals on my children's walls and these would be wonderful for that.  Much less mess than the acrylics I usually use!  The colors are bold and beautiful, they're easy to use, the ink flows well, they dry fast, and they don't bleed or smear.  There is literally no mess involved. 

 

"It's the coolest thing ever!" -my daughter

Liquid Chalk Markers are made by Paper and Twine who offers a 60-day money back guarantee on them.  Since they're fulfilled by Amazon, you can get free shipping on them.  They'd be perfect for a homeschool or for students in a classroom, for anyone who likes to create art or crafts, cards, you name it... the possibilities are pretty much endless.  I really don't think I've found another product that can be used for so many diverse things! 

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 What would you do with liquid chalkers?
 

Special thanks to the wonderful people at Paper and Twine for providing us with this product to review!

Midnight Velvet: Confident Style, Beautiful You $50 Gift Card #Giveaway!

I've found a new fashion store called Midnight Velvet which I love!  They sell dramatic fashions, exotic home décor, glamorous jewelry, flawless mineral makeup & more.
 

Midnight Velvet sets out to create a distinctive shopping experience with dramatic fashions, glamorous jewelry and exotic home décor that invites our customers to express their individual style and confidence.  Their original fashions in misses and plus sizes make designer style affordable for everyday. They strive for perfect expressions of style and decor, from home furnishings to apparel, accessories, make-up and more.

I chose their Paisley Dress, a fluttery halter dress, as cool and breezy as it looks. I love it!  It even included the matching belt.  In the pics, I'm wearing a size small.  So pretty and summery!



 

GIVEAWAY

One of my readers will win a $50 gift card to Midnight Velvet!  Enter below by Monday, June 30th at 11 pm anyone's time.  You can also get BONUS entries by checking out my review of OASAP and commenting there.

 

 

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Special thanks to the wonderful people at Midnight Velvet for sponsoring this review and giveaway!

A Mineral Hygienics Review & How to Make Your Lovely Face More Lovely by Contouring Your Makeup

Mineral Hygienics blush.

About a month ago, I took my mom for a makeover as a birthday gift.  We had such a blast learning new makeup techniques!  I especially loved how the makeup artist contoured my makeup, changing the entire look of my face.  If you're like I was, I really had no idea what it meant to "contour".  But now I'm not so ignorant! 

You see, in contouring, facial features are viewed as a combination of light and shadows. By applying a dark tone, you create a false shadow, making it appear as if there is depth. The opposite is true for lighter tones; they act as highlights and trick the eye into thinking they stand out. 

A Quick How-to
I used Mineral Hygienics blush for a contoured look. I used their Angled Blush Brush to sweep the darkest color--the Cool Kiss Mineral Bronzer--in one stroke beginning at the natural hollow on my cheeks and swept it upwards and outwards toward my hairline.  I dusted the Sweet Pea blush on the apples of my cheeks, and put the Radiant Mineral Enhancer above that as a highlighter.  I use this makeup pretty much everyday and love the look it creates whether I'm going out for dinner or going for a walk with my family.  (For more on coutouring, simply Google "how to contour makeup".  There are tons of tutorials and Youtube videos to give you exactly the look you want!
 

My hubby caught me on camera unawares, but this is what my daily-wear Mineral Hygienics looks like.  I'd say it's pretty flawless for an everyday look. Isn't it great when you like the way you look in a photo you didn't even realize was being taken?!

If you've never tried Mineral Hygienics, and especially if you've never tried mineral makeup, you need to try it!  There's nothing to lose because they actually have a 100% 45-day money back guarantee on their starter kits which include 2 shades of foundation, finishing powder, a kabuki brush, mineral enhancer, a concealer brush, a mineral brush, and a detailed how-to guide.  And they're offering... just for my readers a

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Use the code travelingsisterhood to save 15% on your order on anything from Mineral Hygienics!

Special thanks to the wonderful people at Mineral Hygienics for providing me with this review opportunity!



Nature's Gate Glow Lotion #Giveaway: Perfect for a Natural, Summer Tan or Mother's Day Gifts!

I've been a huge fan of Nature's Gate bath and body products since I first discovered them about a year ago.  Last time, I reviewed their Grapefruit & Wild Ginger Shampoo.  When I breathed in the scent, I couldn't wait to hit the shower! And when I pumped the Açai Berry Moisturizing Lotion into my hands, I couldn't stop smelling them for the rest of the day. The products are natural, smell amazing, and leave your hair or skin so incredibly soft. 

This time, I had the chance to try their new Glow Lotion.  It's a body cream that not only moisturizes your skin, but gives you a bit more "glow" (or tan) each time you use it.  The tan looks natural, and it is perfectly even (the previous products I tried from Clinique and Avon gave me streaks which was not pretty!)  The Glow Lotion smells like summer, too--a hint of cocoa butter.  I really love it and I'm so excited that I get to pick three winners for this one!

As amazing as their products are, the best thing about Nature's Gate is that they help poor communities in Africa and Asia to acquire safe, clean water. If you follow my blog or have seen my most recent homepage post, you'll know I have a heart for Africa, too.  My children and I volunteer with Into-Africa which also brings clean water to Africa.  It's easy to get excited about writing a review for a company like this!

The scent of their products is what gets you hooked initially, but Nature's Gate leaves your hair or your skin, whichever the case may be, feeling so soft & refreshed.  Besides everything else, they're natural... free of Parabens, Phthalates, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, and all that other junk that I'd rather not use. 

GIVEAWAY
Enter below by May 10th at 11 pm anyone's time.  I'll choose a winner the next morning via Random.org.

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Special thanks for the wonderful people at Nature's Gate for providing me with this review and giveaway opportunity!

New clothes and a Nature's Gate Glowing Tan!

 

Little Nook Boutique, A Lady's Fashion Fairytale

I've found a new store that I absolutely love and I'm so excited to share it with you!  It's Little Nook Boutique, who sells hand-selected, entirely classy and beautiful fashion and accessories.  I chose to review Today Was a Fairy Tale Dress in teal (it also comes in pink).  Trimmed with colorful cascading ruffles for maximum sweetness, this stunning style is my newest love!  It is soooo pretty--and not too fancy for everyday wear.  The fabric is flowey chiffon, the dress has adjustable straps that tie at the waist.  It fits me perfectly (I chose a medium) and I absolutely love it!  It looks super cute paired with a jean jacket and boots.

I chose to pair my dress with the Silver Abstract Earrings.  I love art, and the abstract theme struck me as both unique and charming.  They perfectly fit the look I was going for--fairytale and art fit perfectly together.

I love this dress!!!

It's still cool enough for a jean jacket in southern California...

Besides the clothing being utterly charming, the customer service is wonderful, the shipping is fast and shipping on every U.S. order is always free!

What would you buy first from Little Nook Boutique?

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 Special thanks to the wonderful people at Little Nook Boutique for providing me with this giveaway opportunity!