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A Godiva Valentine’s Day: Godiva Chocolate

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A Godiva Valentine’s Day: Satin Embroidered Heart 

Godiva Chocolates, just saying those words makes your mouth water up for that silky, creamy and delectable goodness. This Valentine’s Day surprise your wife, friend or loved one with a beautiful box of Godiva Chocolates.

Truffles, milk chocolates, dark chocolates, cheesecake filled chocolate and many, many more pleasurable Godiva Chocolates to choose from. You will never go wrong with Godiva. Exquisite in taste and texture that the chocolates will explode in your mouth. Heavenly!! The box is a veritable smorgasbord of different types of truffles…the lady or man in your life will not be disappointed! Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with Godiva’s Satin Embroidered Heart and a smile on their face. Godiva will always have you covered!

 

Godiva Satin Embroidered Heart:

Godiva’s 25 piece Valentine’s Day Satin Embroidered Heart is the essence of romance. The chocolates filled with an overwhelming assortment of classic milk, dark, and white chocolates plus a unique assortment of dessert-inspired truffles, it’s the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart. The luxurious red satin box decorated with embroidered flowers to put that extra flair in how special someone is to you.

 

A Godiva Valentine’s Day: My Thoughts

 

I, Wendy, received this beautiful satin heart-shaped box of Godiva Chocolate to taste and review. Never have eaten Godiva Chocolates before today, I was extremely excited to eat these little morsels. Pretty sad that I haven’t tried them before now, but there isn’t a better time to try them as the present. They give you a list of what chocolates you can find in your box to eat. Just look at all those pieces of creamy chocolate and gooey centers.

My Godiva Satin Embroidered Heart came with 25 yummy pieces of Godiva Chocolate, of course, I shared some with my family! My mom picked up the Cheesecake filled with nuts infused with the chocolate. She loved it! I chose a milk chocolate morsel with a creamy caramel center. I’m in heaven! My son has a dark chocolate truffle with a dark chocolate cream center. As you can see from his face, he was a happy 9-year-old!

Valentine’s Day came a little early in my house, but you’ll not hear anyone complaining! Godiva out did themselves with the Satin Embroidered Heart. It has elegance and time put into making a great box that you can gift to any loved one. I don’t think you can go wrong with giving Godiva Chocolates.

 

Please check them out on their social media sites and GRAB your box of Godiva Chocolates for your loved one!

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The Amazing Story of The Gottlieb Native Garden: A California Love Story

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The Gottlieb Native Garden: A California Love Story   is written by Mallory Smith and photographed by Susan Lenman Gottlieb. It comes in a hardback filled with gorgeous pictures that you want to leap into and surround yourself with nature. It tells Susan’s story of the importance of restoring natural habitat, and protecting natural biodiversity with your actions.

(picture shows a fish pond with California Buckwheat.  Photo Credit Dan/Susan Lenman Gottlieb)

In this book, you will be able to experience the wonderful and nature habitat of California. Birds, flowers, trees, insects and wildlife are in The Gottlieb Native Garden from the very tiny to big, they all live in this sanctuary. This book provides us with a window of what we can do to make life on this planet better for you, me, nature and wildlife. What we can do to keep our home beautiful with some effort.

(Susan Lenman Gottlieb)   (Photo Credit: Dan/Susan Lenman Gottlieb)

Her Garden: A Place of Sanctuary

Susan makes her case about how important of a role gardens play in our ecosystems, not just for California but everywhere. Human growth is expanding, taking away from natural habitats, and the very fabric that it holds dear. She spent 25 years making this garden her haven. Wildlife thrives, and people can come to get educated about nature and enjoy the beauty which she created.

In her book, Susan reaches out and tries to educate people in what they can do to conserve and make a difference in our world. We have only one and we need to do everything in our power to keep as much “natural” beauty as possible. Everything needs to be brought back into balance.

(A young Anna Hummingbird on Salvia Alpine, Cleveland Sage)  Photo Credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

(photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb)

(Theodore Payne Foundation hosts a weekend garden tour once a year in Southern California. The Theodore Payne Foundation is a nonprofit nursery and educational organization dedicated to preserving California and their beautiful habitats, making native plants and wildflowers available by educating citizens about the importance of native plants.)

(Great Horned Owl)  photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

The Amazing Story of The Gottlieb Native Garden: My Thoughts

 

I, Wendy, received Story of The Gottlieb Native Garden to review. I really enjoyed leafing through and seeing what this amazing woman and her husband accomplished in their “garden”. It tells you about why they started, myths about birds and maintaining bird feeders to nature. I have sat my son down with me and show him the colorful pictures and read what she has developed.

I adore books. I love to read anything I get my hands on. This book wasn’t any different. The pictures in The Gottlieb Native Garden made me want to jump into the page and envelope myself in this wondrous world!

photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

Look at the photographs here. They are gorgeous! Who wouldn’t want to just get lost in this world? I know I would!

I live in Alabama on 50 acres, most of it is woods. My neighbors are acres away and at night you can’t see 3 feet in front of you. You can, however; see the stars and listen to all the noises coming from the woods from frogs, insects and different mammals. This place they are showing in the book is unique. Nature is surrounding them and they conserve it. Beautiful!

I think that people who live in cities are missing out on a lot of things. I understanding there is a lot to do in cities, but sometimes people have to get back to nature and enjoy the serenity of life. A simple and busy way, naturally. I think it is great that Susan and her husband Dan have made this sanctuary to educate and have people enjoy what was already here.

photo credit: Dan/Susan Gottlieb

Who wouldn’t want to wake up seeing this beautiful House Finch in the morning? Beautiful, isn’t he? Another great thing about buying this book is this, ALL sales go to benefit nonprofit environmental charities! So in your own little way, you’re still helping out! Big Bonus!

 

 

The Amazing Story of The Gottlieb Native Garden is a story of how to restore natural habitat and protect biodiversity with simple, individual actions, Susan Gottlieb,  is the dedicated environmentalist who created her garden with the belief we could save the world if people could understood the power of native plants. Being able to restore the natural habitat and protect biodiversity with simple, individual actions. Susan has paved the way for us to follow. It’s up to us to follow.

 

The suggested retail for Susan’s The Gottlieb Native Garden  is $50 on Amazon and is worth every penny. I hope you will give this book a try and enjoy it with your families!

 

 

 

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A Little Bit of Everything On Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is a day were lovers or loved ones show affection to one another on a special day. A box of chocolates from your favorite chocolatier, flowers that will make any woman twitterpated, romantic dinner and the list goes on and on. This Valentine’s show the person you love with a “little bit of everything”. Make him or her smile with the fact, they know you care and love them.

Pilot Pens:

 

You’re probably thinking, ” Why would I get anyone a pen for Valentine’s Day”? The answer is simple, put your passion on paper with Pilot Pens. Having a great pen and being able to write a handwritten love letter that you’ll be able to keep always. Sharing memories of your love when it was young with a husband of 50 or more years. You’ll be able to look back together and remember the gift you gave your loved one on this Valentine’s Day. The day you penned sweet “love me” notes for them to read over the years. It’s the gift that will keep on giving.

Pilots G2 Limited pen is a gel ink pen ready for any occasion. It’s housed in a matte colored metal casing that has a comfortable rubber grip for you while writing. It brings style and sophistication to any place or task it might be. A pen that is luxury wrapped in a little metal package for a Valentine’s Day gift. The gel makes this pen glide over the paper when you write and just feels “right”. I love the way it “glides” over the paper.

Pilot MR Retro POP has brilliant colors and flower designs that date back to the 60’s and 70’s era. This little pen brings its own personality to the table along with quality. Any Retro lover will love to get their hands on this pen! What a great way to write love notes and letters to the ones you care about. Yellow brass case and medium point stainless steel fountain pen reflects the highest standards when it comes to pens. This would make anyone happy. It also comes housed in a protect and decorative case lined in foam to keep your pen safe.

 

Array Of Socks:

For Valentine’s give a gift to your loved one’s that is both practical, fun and will keep the toes warm! So when you are out curling up by the fireplace, you’ll be able to cuddle with warm feet. Add the cute little monkey, some chocolates and the socks and you’ll have the starts of a good date.

There are 4 different types of socks, as you can see.

1. Men’s Fashion Singles: Comes in funky colors or comes in traditional colors. Very comfortable for your feet.
2. Women’s Boot Socks: If you like to romp around, hiking, biking or walking in the woods, these would be perfect for you!
3. Women’s Oh So Soft: Are ultra soft and will make you want to melt into them. They are stylish and very practical, making a great gift for this holiday!
4. Kid’s EZ Match: These are socks that have durability to out last your child! Along with quality, they have an EZ Matching system so you’ll not have to worry about finding matching socks!

(Gold Toe can be found at retailers nationwide such as Macy’s, Kohl’s, JC Penny and Amazon, as well as, goldtoe.com.)

I love these socks. They are so comfortable and you would want to wiggle your toes in them. They’re sturdy and very well made. They are for people who just want to stay home and snuggle, go on an adventure or everyday wear. Perfect gift for anyone!

 

TastyKake’s:

These little no bake Valentine’s Day treats will top off any gift! Who doesn’t like sugary goodness? I know I do! You can curl up on the couch, pop in a movie and enjoy the deliciousness of these treats! A perfect evening! So be sure to enjoy Tastykake Peanut Butter Kandy Kakes, Mini Chocolate Swirly Cupcakes and Mini Koffee Kake Cupcakes. Kakes that will make a good evening great with the person you want to cuddle up next to.

 

Cute Little Ideas to Make TastyKake’s Fun!

(provided by TastyKakes)

 

 

 

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PinchMe with Pinchme.com Samples!

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What is Pinchme?

Pinchme is a free sample by mail giveaway to ANYONE who wants to do it! Cool, right? There is a little catch to it though, you will have to give feedback. Really easy to do and you don’t have to be a writer, journalist or blogger to give your opinion about it. Simple and Easy.  So let’s get started signing you up for Pinchme!

 

How it works:

 

BECOME A PINCHER

Sign up for free now on PINCHme.com. Take their shopper survey and tell them about yourself. They’ll find the best samples for you.

 

PICK YOUR SAMPLES

On Sample Tuesday, choose samples to add to your PINCHme box. You don’t have to worry, no credit card is required. AWESOME! Free stuff!

 

GIVE THEM FEEDBACK

Samples are completely free. In exchange, they ask for a bit of your time and plenty of opinions about what comes in your box!

 

 

Now you might ask yourself, “Why should I do Pinchme.com? The answer is simple, you are able to get free samples in the mail, along with coupons to help save your family money!

 

Something for Everyone:

In your Pinchme box there is something for everyone! Once a month on sample Tuesday, you’re able to choose different samples to add to your box. Ranging from beauty, snacks, baby care items, pet items, personal care, cleaning products, and items for your household. They ship it out and you’re able to enjoy the samples!  As a member, you’ll be able to enjoy the perks of special partner offers, exclusive sweepstakes, product review opportunities, and other promotions.

Next Samples will be ready February 14th at Noon!!!

Anyone who loves subscription boxes, this is a must!

My Samples For January:

This is my first box from Pinchme.com. I was excited when I received it! I scored a bunch of coupons, electrolyte tablets(berry flavored) and Olay body wash. Everything came in this cute little green box.

 

First Item: Olay Body Wash plus Coupon

I grew up with my mom using Olay products to help keep her skin smooth, hydrated and looking healthy. So seeing a sample of Olay body wash, I was ecstatic. I absolutely love this stuff! I never tried this one before, but when I did I was in heaven!

It takes a little bit on a Luffa to soap up your body and make you feel like a hundred bucks. It smells great, but not too strong and makes your skin so soft. I love it! In the Pinchme box they provide you a 1.00 off coupon so you can buy more!

 

Second Item: Hydralyte Electrolyte Tablets (Berry Flavor)

 

For anyone who works outside in the heat, this is for you! I used to work at a distribution center in Alabama, in the summer heat inside a 53 foot trailer. I would load freight for 10 to 12 hours and would sweat. This is great to have because it puts back what your body loses when you sweat. The berry flavor is a plus!  I know I will be using them this summer while outside in the garden or working.

 

Coupons:

 

Last, but not least, the coupons! A bunch of coupons for Barilla Pesto Sauce! Yum! I have a recipe that will make someone go cross-eyed. I am teasing, but it is a great dish! If you are like me and love Pesto, then this is your cup of tea! I love saving money where and when I can!

 

So check out Pinchme.com and become a member today! #PINCHmeFreeSample     

Remember the more you do, the better the samples become! So keep doing the Pinch and enjoy yourselves!

 

 

 

 

 

Valentine’s Day with Gifted Custom Art

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A gift of Gifted Custom Art to a loved one on Valentine’s Day is unique and extraordinary. It is a gift that is from the heart and shows the other person how much they love them. A memento of your love to a husband, wife, family member, or a great friend. Gifted Custom Art is how you can do it! As simple as picking out a photo and sending it in, you will receive a 16×20 gallery wrapped canvas, a paint-by-number outline, for you to take the time to make special. Taking the time to paint on canvas, showing them how much you love them is priceless!

Gifted Custom Art: A Little Bit of Thought

Gifted Custom Art wants you pick out any photo that you desire to upload on their site to make a paint by number canvas painting. You will be able to pick the color scheme from their palette they provide. As you can see below, these are your colors.

When choosing your photo, they suggest you select one that is:

• Of only 1-2 subjects (first-time painters choose a photo of a single person)

• Hi-resolution (not grainy)

• Clear, bright, and in focus

• Close-up and not too detailed

 

Gifted Custom Art isn’t like anything I have seen before. They take a regular paint by number and make it much more personal and memorable.  A gift that comes from the heart and one that you will be able put some thought into while you pick your photo. This will be something that the person will be able to cherish.

Gifted Custom Art: My Choice In Painting

I, Wendy, was able to choose a picture and begin my paint by number with Gifted Custom Art. A paint by number canvas is exciting to be able to do. I couldn’t wait to get started and see what the finished product looked like when completed. My choice of photographs was one of my parents on their 30th wedding anniversary. That is a long time to be in love and stay together, but they made it seem easy.

Both of my parents served in the United States Air Force for over 20 years apiece and both are now retired. They met on an island called the Azores where their romance blossomed. They worked hard, raised a family, and are enjoying living life together. The picture I chose was on the day the made their union official, a day they now share with my brother and his beautiful bride. Walking together down the aisle, like they did 30 years ago, my parents. Beautiful, isn’t it? We all hope to be able to find our soul mates one day.

(photo credit: Sam Hurd Photography)

 

Gifted Custom Art: The Painting

Gift Custom Art sends you all what you see in the pictures with your set. It comes with a cardboard box can be easily folded to make an easel, paint, brushes, and of course, your canvas. You can sit anywhere in your home and paint! How cool is that! The paint brushes are in multiple sizes so you can choose which size fits your needs. The paint number labels match the numbers on the canvas, and the tubes are big! You don’t have to worry about running out of paint!

With that said, it is time to paint! This painting took me over 5 hours to do, which was OK. I had picked a photo with a lot of details and I had a blast doing it. I sat in my living room and watched Scrubs on Netflix while painting. Perfect afternoon, sipping tea, painting a gorgeous paint by number and enjoying a cool show!

 

Gifted Custom Art: My Thoughts

I absolutely love the idea of a paint by number of your favorite photo to gift to a loved one or just to keep for yourself. This has been a fun and crafty project that I would do over again! Gifted Custom Art gives you time to really think how much the people in the painting means to you while you sit there and dip your brush in the color. Each stroke of the brush, each little bit of canvas that you cover with paint, you are able to put a little of yourself in the painting.

I know I was able to think about the past, the future and the present as I painted. To be able to create a painting that had love behind it. To me, it is better than buying something out of a store. I am going to be able to gift this painting to my parents on Valentine’s Day. The frame to encase the painting, to me, gives it the extra bump. I think it turned out great!

Here is the finished product:

 

If you are wanting to grab one for yourself or a loved one, check out their website and get started on yours today! It is a fun to do and you might find yourself enjoying painting! It has a therapeutic touch to it as well. Get creative and enjoy Gifted Custom Art, I know I did!

 

Check out Gifted Custom Art on their social media sites: Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

 

 

 

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