Net10 Wireless- Samsung Galaxy S4 #Review

If you’re looking for something stylish without being tethered to a contract, then you should definitely check out Net10 Wireless. No-contract wireless plans are on the rise with consumers & Net10 is America’s largest no-contract cell phone provider. They offer a variety of airtime choices to ensure you get wireless your way. I can’t believe it starts at only $40 a month.

Starting at just $40/month, you can experience unlimited talk, text and data. Even more, Net10 Wireless gives you freedom of device with its BYOP program, which lets you keep the phone you love while getting the best mobile experience from the nation’s best 4G LTE networks at about half the cost.

View all your content on a stunning 5-inch Full HD Super AMOLED™ display that's powered by a robust 1.9GHz quad-core processor — all in a light 0.29LB smartphone.

I have always preferred an android to anything else. I love the Google sync feature. I can access everything I need right from my phone. Gmail, Calendar, and Google Play. There’s no app in this world you can’t find on Google Play and most of them are free. I’ve had a Nokia Icon (Windows OS) and the apps are totally different. I would choose android hands down every time.

 

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The phone is always fast and reliable. Downloading apps, watching a Youtube video, or uploading pictures- the Galaxy S4 never lets you down. Some apps will let you listen to music or radio stations, and it never hesitates or takes very long to load. It’s also awesome to download books and listen to them while you’re working or talking a jog around the block.

The camera on the Samsung Galaxy S4 is an amazing 13-megapixel camera with simultaneous dual photo capture. I am loving the “speech” part of the camera. I no longer have to hold the phone at an awkward angle just to get the right shot. There’s no need to even touch the camera button. The camera responds to me saying “smile” “capture” or “take picture”. That is spoiling me right there! That’s exactly what I needed, lol.

Did I mention that there are 2 cameras? Both front and back. The front is great for selfies (if you do that sort of thing lol). The front faced camera is only 2MP and doesn’t contain a flash, but you can’t tell. The images are still sharp and in focus.

Organized

 

A good phone is like the memory you don’t have. It helps keep me organized on the go. It helps to have everything right there on hand. My Calendar, planner, to-do lists, and emails. I had it all written down but it’s just so much easier to just get notifications. I’m pretty sure there isn’t anything this phone can’t do. It might actually transform when I sleep, who knows? It’s that freaking awesome!

I can check my Paypal and transfer or send money straight from my phone. I can email anybody at anytime, even emailing pictures is super fast and easy! Being organized never looked so good!

 

Did you know that you can now bring your own phone to Net10 Wireless?

More to come…

Have you ever felt the freedom of not being tethered to a contract? Now you can!

 

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Until Next time

-Jessica

Book Review: The New Braiding Handbook by Abby Smith; Ulysses Press

 

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO GORGEOUSLY BRAIDED HAIR, FROM ELEGANT WEDDING STYLES TO FUN WEEKEND ’DOS

Whether you’re running errands, going out on the town, or walking down the aisle, the fashionable braids in this book will give you the perfect look for every occasion. Just follow the simple instructions and step-by-step photos to quickly master gorgeous new looks, including:

•Fabulous Fishtails
•Elegant Updos
•Beautiful Buns
•Classy Crowns
•Knockout Knots
•Head-Turning ’Tails

Hair braiding is getting hotter by the day, and the evolution of styles has grown as radily. The New Braiding Handbook offers you an impressive array of easy-to-re-create, beautiful, and versatile looks that are as appropriate for elegant formal events as they are practical for casual, everyday wear.

 

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Braids, knots, and buns, oh my! The New Braiding Handbook is a book filled with 60 modern twists on classic hair styles. The book is a full color guide that will help you master the trendiest twists, fishtails, and up-dos. With easy to follow instructions and step-by-step photos, you’ll learn how to get gorgeous new looks.

I have very long hair, yet I had only mastered 3 hairstyles; down, ponytail, and half-up! Not very exciting, huh? I was beginning to think I was horrible at being a woman. My first instinct is to just throw it in a ponytail. I figured if I even tried anything sophisticated, my hair would end up in a million and five knots.

The hair styles in this book are nothing short of breathtaking. Some simple, some elegant, and some just downright stunning. I first seen the waterfall braid on Facebook and immediately fell in love with it. I wanted to try it so bad, yet it looked so complicated (well to me at least). Then there were the fishtail braids and the amazing knots. I just kept thinking to myself “Even though you work from home, there’s no need for your hair to look exactly the same on a daily basis.”

I got this book and spent countless hours just testing them all on my daughter Adisyn. Practice makes perfect, right? Not only did we have tons of fun, but the hair styles weren’t as complicated as I thought they would be. Take this from someone who didn’t even know how to french braid.

“Styling hair isn’t a talent, it’s a skill” Abby Smith explains, and she is definitely right. The more you practice what is shown in the pictures, the easier it becomes. One of those Aha moments I guess. I love that I’ll now be able to add some flair to Adisyns hair with something other than bows and headbands this school year. She loves having that hair styled—that little diva of mine.

I even styled her hair in a very cute braided updo for our Forth of July BBQ and she adored it. Well, that is… until she jumped right into the pool. I love how this book doesn’t just contain tutorials on hair styles, Abby also gives healthy hair advice. She explains hair types and how to best style each type.

There aren’t many tools that you need to be able to achieve these looks either. Most of what you do need, you probably already have on hand. The only things you might have to buy are clear elastics, duck billed hair clips, and possibly bobby pins.

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-Jessica

Back to Reality #Giveaway RV $500

With school in full swing, and kids getting back into the routine of waking up early and getting them out the door, before the school bus comes, or waiting in the long line for drop off. Mom's need a get me up to get back into the habits of school, and making sure everyone is ready. I am throwing a giveaway of multiple products for parents and kids valued at $500. You will find, beauty, household, health, toys, snacks, pamper items and so much more, the box will explode when you go to open it!

Giveaway: 6 month diaper and wipe delivery package

How many new time parents think about all the diapers they need. Even parents that have had more than one child remember the hundreds and hundreds of diapers they need while your little one is growing up. Have diapers on your list grocery list constantly or perhaps you are planning on a new edition to your family soon? Well, check out this AWESOME company that will DELIVER diapers and wipes. Home of the "Year Supply of Diapers",

BabyShowersByMail.com offers an amazing service that actually delivers diapers and wipes to your house! You have the options to get the diapers for 3, 6, 9, and 12 months! BabyShowersByMail also has lists and lists of different baby gift ideas for any family! This company has thought of EVERYTHING! Are you one of those people who have a hard time thinking about what gift you want. Or are do you hate going to the store to do your shopping? Well head on over to BabyShowersByMail! They have everything for little girls and little boys! Ordering is pain free, shipping is quick.

Life made simple! BabyShowersByMail offers products that will keep Mother and baby happy forever. They have an amazingly simple diaper and wipe monthly delivery service that has every brand and size a mother could want. Mom's time is precious give her the gift of time and have those diapers delivered!

One winner will receive a 6 month diaper and wipe delivery package.

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Giveaway: $1,000 Back To School Cash

iMyne allows you to do just that. Many of the retailers you already know and love actually offer money back as an incentive to shop their sites, but these incentives are rarely cashed in on. iMyne works with these sites to send those savings back to you as well as your favorite charitable cause. iMyne is also very easy to use. Most cash back websites are hard to navigate and are complicated, iMyne is different. Once you are signed up with iMyne you simply click on the iMyne activation button that will be in your toolbar, as a plugin. If the button is green then you are ready to shop and earn! If you're on the go and using your mobile device such as your smart phone or tablet, you simply just use the SHOP tab located on iMyne's site. Another great incentive that iMyne offers is referral cash. You can invite all of your friends through Facebook, Twitter or email to join iMyne and you will get up to $1 referral cash back for every $10 they earn. Your friends will then sign up their friends and you can earn even more. The more friends you have in your iMyne network, the more money you will earn for yourself and your charity! Any cash back that you earn will automatically be added to your account, log in to view your funds and keep track, or you can cash out. You can always send your funds to the charity of your choice as well. There are no forms to mail, no points to redeem and no fees. You earn rewards for you and your cause in real cash, automatically. Sign-up for iMyne and start earning your rewards now.

One winner will receive a $1,000 Back To School Cash from iMyne.

Organized by: Social Swayy ♥ with special guest: Mom to Bed by 8. Giveaway ends September 10th at 11:59pm, open to US, ages 18+. Only one entrant per household, per address. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Enter using the giveaway form below. Good luck!

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3 gadgets and tools for a pristine playroom

 

Does your child’s playroom look like a tornado hit it? With so many toys to keep them occupied keeping them organized, and not scattered all over the floor, can be difficult. Listed below are affordable gadgets built to tackle any playroom full of toys your child gets out, plays with, and leaves behind.

1. Nowadays, toys come with multiple pieces ranging from small to large, pieces that dangle and pieces that easily fall off and get imbedded into carpet. Realizing you’ll be back cleaning the playroom before you know it, there is no sense in lugging around your standard upright vacuum. Effectively cleaning all types of surfaces, the Monster 600XL picks up all dirt and even removes embedded materials from area rugs to the thickest of carpets. For superior cleaning, the Monster 600XL turns into a stick-vac in just seconds and is available in a variety of colors.

2. No matter how many times we encourage our kids to wash their hands, bacteria finds a way from their hands, to their mouths, and ultimately to their toys. The CleanWave Sanitizing Wand uses UV-C light to kill up to 99.9% of germs and odor causing bacteria. Ideal for countertops, telephones and toys, preventing the growth of germs and allergens.

3. How it happens we will never know, but mysterious crayons and scuffmarks show up in the strangest places. In that case, it’s always best to keep a few Mr. Clean Magic Erasers around. Water activated micro-scrubbers remove dirt, grime, and crayons without harsh chemicals keeping the walls of your playroom clean and your kids safe.

Have you found any amazing tools that help  you keep your playroom organized?

 

-Jessica

ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage With The New ACE™ Brand Clip #Review #ACEBrand

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I’ve had my share of sprains and strains throughout the years. Believe it or not most of my sprained ankles came from playing around in the yard with the kids. I’d be playing catch, hide-n-go seek, or some other game and end up walking right into a hole the wrong way. OUCH! But thankfully, ACE™ Brand Bandages have been there to give me comfort and support.

If you’ve ever been unfortunate enough to strain or sprain a muscle or a tendon, then you know about the R.I.C.E Therapy.
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1. Rest: Avoid doing anything that can cause strain on your injury. Protect it as much as possible.
2. Ice: Apply a cold compress (ice pack). The cold reduces swelling and numbs the pain. Apply 10-20 minutes, 3 times a day. Apply the ice or cold pack under a towel. Avoid direct contact with skin.
3. Compression: Apply an ACE™ Brand Bandage to reduce swelling. Wrapping an injury reduces swelling. The new ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with new improved ACE™ Brand Clip is great  for providing customized compression.
4. Elevate: Lift the injured limb above the level of the heart to help drain excess fluid.

Better known as ice it, wrap it, and elevate it. We’ve all been there a time or two. The ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with New ACE™ Brand Clip provides customized support for your injury. Applying the bandage is super easy, and you can adjust the bandage so it is comfortably in place and secure.



I am loving the new and improved ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage. I loved the older ACE™ Brand Bandages, but the beige color did no justice with sweat and dirt. The black color of the new ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with ACE™ Brand Clip keeps anything from showing, meaning it requires less cycles through the wash. Two thumbs up.


I particularly love the new clip. The old metal clips would fall out and get lost. I also didn’t like that the metal teeth snagged and pinched. This new ACE™ Brand Clip is plastic and easy to maneuver. The clip stays fastened with the same amount of pressure. It doesn’t slip and remains secure throughout the day.
I love that I can still type and write while I have this on. The ACE™ Brand Clip doesn’t get in the way of typing on my computer, and the ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage gives both my wrist and hand comfort able support. The bandage has a secure, comfortable hold that doesn’t unravel as I wear it during the day.



I also love the fact that it isn’t bulky. The bandage adds comfort and padding yet not too much. I can still wear my shoes normally when I wrap the ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage on my ankle/foot. It’s comfortable and doesn’t make my foot sweat.

Add another layer of confidence to your performance with the ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with the new and innovative fastener.

 -Product benefits of the ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with ACE™ Brand Clip:
o The clip stays fastened
o Easy to adjust
o Prevents clothing snags
o Provides customized compression
o Provides firm support and compression for sprains and strains
o Bandage retains elasticity after repeated use and washings

Have you seen the New ACE™ Brand Elastic Bandage with the New ACE™ Brand Clip before? What do you think about the new clip? Even the quality of the bandage has improved.

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If you ever need help trying to figure out how their product works, you can always watch a tutorial on theACE™ Brand YouTube Page

Check out this series of funny videos featuring “Arthur, ACE™ Brand Motivational Sportsgent” talking about how ACE™ Brand has “Fixed the Clip!”
Video #1: We Fixed the Clip with Motivational Sportsgent, Arthur: "Unleash The Lions"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdHIZ0w45SY&list=UU8736KUa46b8ZYj2u0S5PzQ
Video #2: We Fixed the Clip with Motivational Sportsgent, Arthur: "To the Sport"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22lexFlgY98&list=UU8736KUa46b8ZYj2u0S5PzQ&index=4
Video #3: We Fixed the Clip with Motivational Sportsgent, Arthur: "Did he Mean Lost"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVX39A3-ulc&list=UU8736KUa46b8ZYj2u0S5PzQ&index=5

-Jessica

Air Wick National Park 2014 Fall Fragrance #Review #AutumnOasis

*I received free product samples in order to do this review. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way. 


Just in time for fall, Air Wick has continued their partnership with the National Parks Foundation for their second fall National Park Collection. With five scents inspired by our National Parks, this collection includes three scents that were chosen and voted on by consumers as their favorite National Park Scent through Air Wick’s Facebook contest last fall—Great Smoky Mountains, Shenendoah and Acadia. This collection will also include two brand new scents inspired by the essences of Isle Royale and Cuyahoga Valley.

Although my favorite season is Summer, Autumn definitely gets second. I love the cool crisp days that bring crunchy colorful leaves. I love the bonfires, hoodies, and any reason to wear my boots. I love the fact that Halloween and Thanksgiving are right around the corner, and Football season is here. I also love the scents that are associated with fall.


The National Park fragrances that I received include:

• Acadia – Sweet Vanilla & Pumpkins

Sweet Vanilla & Pumpkins

Bring the magnificence of Acadia National Park to life with it's rich blend of sandalwood, vanilla and creamy pumpkin.
*I absolutely fell in love with this scent. I love the smell of pumpkins but most candles and scents mix spice in to make “Spiced Pumpkin”. Air Wick has given me exactly what I wanted in a fall fragrance. I swear this smells just like a fresh baked Pumpkin Pie mixed with a hint of sweet vanilla.

It has such a warm and inviting scent that is perfect for the fall season. It gently releases it’s pumpkin/vanilla scent so that it isn’t overpowering. It is a subtle sweet scent that has gotten me many compliments on how amazing my house smells.Warm scents actually invite people in to your home because it draws them in with the comfy atmosphere.
Two thumbs up!

• Shenandoah – Apple Harvest

 
Apple Harvest & Cinnamon Spice
The aroma of the ripening apple harvest combines with cedarwood and cinnamon spice to inspire rich memories of the fall in Shenandoah National Park.

*I love this. Apples and fall always go together for some reason. It’s a mixture of all the things we use apples for in the fall. Apple pies. apple cider, bobbing for apples, and candy apples. I love that this is more apple and less spice. It does have a subtle hint of cedarwood, which is what helps it smell like a real apple harvest.

It kind of has that crispness we associate with fall. I don’t know if it reminds me of apple picking and  crunchy leaves or what. Psst… and did you know that the cinnamon scent boosts brain power and learning ability? Another win/win.

• Cuyahoga Valley - Sweet Pear & Amber Woods

Cuyahoga Valley

Indulge in Cuyahoga Valley's lush orchards with fresh picked sweet pears ripened by the fall amber woods and complemented by touches of warm cinnamon and nutmeg.

*This is my absolute favorite out of the 3 scents, although it was hard to choose. This one just draws me in. The sweet sugared pear smell mixed with amber, cinnamon, and nutmeg is just amazing. I’ve never smelled an in-home scent like this before. It’s got the warm and inviting intrigue yet it’s also crisp and sweet.

I love the fact that you can smell the spices but they aren’t overwhelming. The spices kind of take a back stance to the sweetened pears, which is also why it’s my favorite. Nutmeg is also an amazing stress reliever when used in candles and essential oils.

Air Wick’s National Park Collection of fragrances for fall are available as scented-oil refills, freshmatic spray refills and NEW wax melts at retailers nationwide for $3.00-$4.99.

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Giveaway: Beatrix Girls Birthday Prize Pack $375 RV

Hosted by: Queen of Savings, Michigan Savings & More, Dividing by Zero, Barbara's Beat

Sponsor: Beatrix Girls Popstar Club

They’re musicians, they’re dolls, they’re role models for a new generation of empowered young girls. Sure, they’re adorable with great clothes and fabulous hair, but there’s so much more to them than that! The Beatrix Girls are an accomplished pop band with real music that girls are sure to adore. Each member of the band sings, plays a different instrument and even writes the songs. They’ve achieved the pop-star success that young girls dream of – and they’ve done it through talent, tenacity and old-fashioned hard work. Best of all, none of that success has gone to their heads. They’re young, they’re real and they’re spunky.

Prize: Printable Invitation Template, 15 Posters, 15 Stickers, 15 Balloons, 15 "Meet the Beatrix" CD's, 4 Beatrix Girl Dolls and a Beatrix Girls Activity Book

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Jessica

Giveaway: TMNT Car Seat

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Back to School Giveaway

Hosted by:  Confessions of a Messy Mama

Sponsor:  Kids Embrace

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Prior to having the TMNT Car Seat she would hymn and haul about getting into her seat. Once or twice there were a few tears. Now, once she is in her seat she stays but it is a hassle trying to get her there with a handful of grocery bags or other items in tow. Since we’ve installed the TMNT car seat she races to the seat even calling out to her sisters “I get the Turtle Car Seat!”

One lucky reader will win a TMNT Car Seat from Kids Embrace!

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