Product reviews, giveaways, deals, freebies, coupons and more!
The 4-1-1 on Life Skills: Essential Tips on: Home & Money Management; Personal Care & Safety; and More! is about the basic life skills needed by adults of all ages for everyday living. The author, Michele Sfakianos RN, says she was inspired to write the book for her daughter (and many readers) to help prepare them to be out on their own. The book is a helpful tool to (1) learn how, when, … [Read more...]
The Snow Ball (interactive, digital story book) by David Steinberg The Snow Ball by Author David Steinberg is an interactive story book geared towards preschoolers and early readers, but is sure to be a hit with children and adults of all ages! This endearing tale of fun loving polar bears has a Read-to-me or read-by-myself option and is loaded with interactive options to keep your … [Read more...]
Finding your purpose in life can be a struggle. It can also be the key to happiness and to living a joyful life. Positive thinking is the most powerful tool to use on your journey. Have you ever noticed how your mood can affect your day? I know that if I start off with negative thoughts, the day usually follows suit with a series of undesirable events. If my mood is upbeat and filled … [Read more...]
Although this is my third pregnancy, I still have a lot of questions. I wonder about things that I forgot with my first two pregnancies. I wonder about our baby girl's growth and development. I wonder about certain feelings I have, among many other things. I believe with each pregnancy things are somewhat different, if not completely. Mine have mostly been the same, however, I know I have a ton of … [Read more...]
Papercutz Graphic Novels for Kids: Legos, Garfield, and the Smurfs Papercutz has debuted three books featuring characters that top every kids wish list this year: Cole, Zane, Jane, Kai and Sensei Wu from LEGO Ninjago®; the lovable curmudgeon tabby Garfield and the Smurfs! Full color, budget friendly and sized to slip into stockings, these books are perfect for even the most reluctant … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul books are quickly becoming my favorites. It's such a perfect way to escape a bit whenever you need it. I love the way they are broken up into short stories so it's not a huge commitment. I am the type of person that can't put a book down mid-chapter, so these are a stress-free read. This book is a little more religious than I am used to. I am not a very … [Read more...]
Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor GentleBim's Review: When I sat down to read Daughter of Smoke and Bone, I did not know what to expect. The cover was engaging; as was the synopsis, however I have read books of this ilk before and was not impressed. So, settling into my reading chair, I opened the book. From the first sentence, I was hooked. From her rich yet succinct writing style … [Read more...]
How are your relationships doing? Not just with your significant other, but with your children, coworkers and just people in general? This book is amazing at reminding us of all the important factors in maintaining healthy relationships. The Cue Cards that this book contains will not only help your interactions with people, but it will also affect how you feel about yourself. When … [Read more...]
Napkins with a Twist written by: David Stark How fun! Ever since I was a little kid, I've loved Origami. I used to fold my gum wrappers into tiny frogs and make them hop all over the recess playground. As I've gotten older, I don't have the time to play as much, but haven't lost my love for the art of folding different materials. Now, I can bring my dinner table to life with all kinds of … [Read more...]
Little Skiff's Moving Adventures by Dany Pierar-Deviche, Cheery by Elizabeth W. Davidson, and My Bonus Mom by Tami Butcher With all these new gadgets out--iPads, Kindles, eReaders, etc.--I feel like the good ol' fashioned book is loosing face. This may be okay with some adults who are looking to carry less weight in their bag, or save room on a shelf. But, for kids, I think books … [Read more...]
Apothica carries great cosmetics including Clinique make-up.
