Day Use: Sex, Secret & Stories ebook

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After a tragic explosion takes the life of her husband, Dalia is left confused and forlorn. He was all she knew. She then runs into an old friend afterwards and learning of his ventures in the world of renting out day use hotels (rented by the hour). Eventually ending up in the world herself as a partner, she learns secrets about things that are intriguing, disturbing and entertaining. 

The book is very well written and based upon a true story. It is a reminder to us all to never give up regardless what life throws at us. The ending has a twist, which for me is an absolute must have in a book! 

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Abigail and the Sahara Adventure

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Abigail and the Sahara Adventure is a sweet children's book about an adorable little girl named Abigail who just happens to own a magical bike that takes her to far away lands. This time she goes to the Sahara and meets and ultimately helps a local family.

The book is engaging enough to hold the attention of any kiddo between the ages 2-8. Your child will not only have fun while reading this book but he or she will learn about other cultures and the importance of helping others. The illustrations are vibrant, appealing and flow with the story beautifully.

There are many other books in the Abigail series in which she explores other parts of the world. Each of them is well written and easy to understand for all children! A few to note are:

Abigail and the North Pole Adventure

Abigail and the Jungle Adventure

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Body Merry Age Defense Neck Cream

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This is the second neck firming cream and all I can say is I wish I had found this sooner. My neck hadn't lost all it's elasticity but I could tell it was coming. Every day it seemed worse. Since beginning to use this product I've not only been able to maintain a firmer neck skin but I'm seeing slight improvement. I'm sure with extended use the results will only get better and I can't wait. I love all of Body Merry's products!

A little more about the cream:

• Lift, firm and hydrate the delicate skin of your neck and chest with Body Merry's Age Defense Neck Cream - a powerful moisturizer that firms, smoothes, moisturizes and improves the suppleness and elasticity of your décolleté.
• Provide your skin with its daily staple requirements of vitamins, antioxidants and AHAs. 4% Vitamin C, 5% Glycolic Acid and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) are supported by powerful natural and organic ingredients such as Plant Derived Hyaluronic Acid, Propolis, Royal Jelly, Cocoa Butter, Jojoba Oil, Green Tea, Avocado Oil, Licorice, Lemongrass and Rosehip Oil, to name just a few.
• No fragrances or harsh chemicals such as Parabens, Sulphates or Phthalates.
• The lotion is made in the USA in an FDA registered and GMP compliant facility. It is not tested on animals.
• Body Merry's products are backed with a 90 Day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If you don't like this cream, just contact us and get a full refund. No need to return the bottle.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Portable Charger +LIFEGUARD MINI

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This little charger charges up pretty quickly and held the charge for a few days before I tested it. Though it didn't charge my phone to 100%, it did charge it almost fully. Due to its size, I don't consider that to be a bad thing. It's a lifeguard, not a doctor. So if you find yourself in a pinch for power often then this is an extremely handy charger to have on hand!

It comes in four colors: Silver, Pink, Navy Blue and Black. I of course chose the pink and it is adorable! I'm sure if you're not going for adorable, the the other colors may be more to your liking. The charger itself is 3.8" x 1" x 0.9" and weighs a mere 0.3 ounces. It's definitely small enough to fit in any purse or pocket.

A little more about the charger:

• HIGH QUALITY BATTERY: +LIFEGUARD MINI 1 Portable Charger is a PREMIUM Power Bank that has a reliable Samsung battery 3000mAh Grade A Cell. Using this amazing mini portable charger you can fully charge your device and still have juice leftover.
• SIZE AND DESIGN: The +LIFEGUARD MINI 1 Portable Charger comes in a convenient size and an attractive design. Using this power bank you can charge your phone even in your pocket without discomfort.
• 5.9-inch LIGHTNING CABLE (APPLE COMPATIBLE) INCLUDED: When you buy the +LIFEGUARD MINI 1 Portable Charger you also get a lightning cable ($10 value). The convenient 5.9-inch lightning cable is Apple compatible and will charge and sync your iPhone 5, 5C, 5S, 6. Just the right size!
• 18-MONTH MONEY-BACK WARRANTY - The +LIFEGUARD MINI 1 Portable Charger has an 18-month money-back warranty and it carries the trustworthy +LIFEGUARD brand. You can count on the +LIFEGUARD customer service crew anytime and anywhere.

I received this item for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

LON Bluetooth Portable Speaker

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Once I charged the speaker, it took only a few seconds to pair my phone with it. In moments, I was listening to music. Though this little speaker is extremely portable, I leave it in the dressing room and use it every morning as I'm getting ready for work.

For being such a tiny little thing it is pretty powerful. I will admit that when turned up to full volume, it does crackle a bit, so keep that in mind when purchasing. It does put off a good sound quality otherwise and the bass is pretty impressive. If you are looking for huge surround sound then look elsewhere but if you're looking for a very compact bluetooth speaker that you can pretty much take anywhere. For the price though, this is a great deal!

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

A little more about the speaker:

• Designed in Boulder CO USA and is one of the smallest high-quality Bluetooth Speakers available at only 2 in x 2 in and 2.6 ounces
• Built-in rechargeable battery allows up to 6 hours of continuous play of crisp and dynamic sound
• Compatible with any Bluetooth device including iPhone, Samsung, Android, Windows Phone, LG, etc
• Fully control the speaker from your Bluetooth device - Simply turn the speaker on using the switch and the rest is controlled wirelessly from your device
• One year product replacement guarantee - if you don't like the sound of this amazing Little Speaker, we will replace it free of charge up to one year from purchase date

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Infusion Water Bottle By Young & More

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In my area we have this cool little coffee shop that makes everything from petit fours to lattes to fruit infused water. I absolutely love the waters they make and have been dying to make my own. I loved getting a chance to try it out for myself. My favorite that the coffee shop makes is cucumber water so that was the first I tried. I asked them what all they put in theirs and was surprised to hear them say cucumber and mint. That's it, I asked. YEP. Ok then. I peeled and chopped my cucumber and threw them and the mint into the infuser, added water and let it sit overnight in the refrigerator. It is absolutely delicious. I'm sure there are thousands of other recipes that can be made but I'm in love with the cucumber water and so happy that I can now make my own! 

LED Colorful Wheel Lights

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I received these and at first had absolutely no idea what they were. My son often orders car parts for his car so I assumed that's what they were so I sat them in his room. A few days later I remembered and told him he had some car parts that he ordered. He assured me he didn't order any. So I went to the task of trying to figure out what they were. After some research, I figured it out.

The problem is that the photos representing the product on amazon do not in any way resemble the actual product that you receive. And the product that you receive comes with zero instructions and very little labelling to explain what it is.

Complete product packaging and disassembled light.

I contacted the seller explaining to give them a chance to rectify the situation. Maybe instructions or packaging was accidentally left out of mine? After 10 days I had received no response, so I am going ahead with my review.

I found a video from another reviewer that actually had instructions on how to make the lights work, so I could at least test out if mine functioned. They come screwed together by twos. You have to unscrew them, then unscrew each individual piece to remove a protective piece of plastic so the batteries make contact. Once screwed back together, the lights will blink when in movement.

I'm sure these would be cool on a bike but I wouldn't expect the circle of light on the tire as shown in the picture above. Until the company fixes their packaging, instructions and customer service problems, I can't say that I would recommend this product.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Coosh Precision Digital Bathroom Scale with Enlarged LCD

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I haven't owned a scale for probably years. It seems all they did was let me down. I know it's not the scale's fault, but you know what I mean. So, though I was excited to review this product, I was hesitant as well.

The scale is made of tempered glass and is pretty thin. I just imagined standing on it and the entire thing breaking into a million pieces, but it held up just fine. It is quite sturdy! Once I stood on the scale I couldn't believe what I was seeing. Was I only 18 lbs heavier than I was before I got pregnant with my now 12 year old son? That's just crazy talk!

So I had my 20 year old son (who actually knows how much he weighs) get on the scale and try it out for accuracy. He gets on it and jumps off and says "Yeah, Mom it's right". So even though this scale is well made, perfectly accurate and has an easy switch from lbs to kgs, that's not my only reason for loving it!

It's a great quality scale and has an extremely sleek design. It would make a great stylish addition to anyones restroom.  I received this item for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Body Merry's Cellulite Cream with Caffeine and Retinol

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I have tried many Body Merry products and I haven't been let down yet. Everyone knows I am a cream and lotion junkie so there was little doubt that I wouldn't like this one but of course I had to try it anyway.

This one comes with caffeine, retinol and seaweed. Don't be grossed out with the seaweed. Most people eat it and it often is found in lipstick! After using this cream for about a month now, I must say my skin seems smoother. Even if it didn't seem smoother, I'd use this cream. You can feel it working, it has an almost cooling tingly feeling when you first rub it in. It's a very pleasing experience. The scent is pleasant without being overpowering and though you're only supposed to use it twice a day, I've found myself using it more often. 

I received this item for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Dr. Cool's Award Winning Real Insect Excavation Kit

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I was elated to be one of the lucky ones to be chosen to review Dr. Cool's insect excavation kit. This kit is perfect for the little entomologist or any kiddo with a curiosity for bugs. It comes with a green "digging" beetle that you dig into using the included excavation tool and brush. Inside you'll find three unique bugs preserved in acrylic; a spider, a scorpion and a fortune beetle. The first thing my little one said was "Hey that's like the bug on Jurassic Park!" 

Once you have the bugs excavated you can rinse them off and learn everything from what the bugs eat, where they are found, their sleeping habits and their survival skills and general cool facts about the bug. Like this one, did you know that scorpions have more than 2 eyes? Depending on the species they can have up to five more pairs along the front of their heads! Crazy.

The kit also comes with an activity book with everything from crossword searches to mazes to hidden pictures. Each activity is simple enough to decipher while still offering knowledge about bugs in general. 

This kit would make an excellent gift for any kiddo for hours of fun! All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Naturalico Speed Jump Rope

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I recently received this jump rope by Naturalico to review. This is not your ordinary jump rope. It means business. Great for adding to your exercise repertoire. It comes with a portable nylon carrying case that you can easily store in your gym bag or purse. The rope itself is made of wire and though it is 10 feet long, is very portable. Due to the metal ball bearings you're able to jump rope at a faster speed than you would be able to with a regular jump rope. This allows you to burn calories faster. It's very lightweight and the handles are perfect for any size hands. I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Family Wall Decal by Bobee

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I've seen decals in friends homes but never tried one in my own. I have textured walls so I didn't think it would work. I was delighted to get the opportunity to review this one and find out once and for all. The decal I received is the family one you see in the photo above. 

Here's a great video tutorial on how to apply Bobee decals.

I was hesitant at first due to my textured walls, but decided to give it a try. The steps were very easy to follow and I had no problems at all. I am absolutely in love with my new Family wall and will definitely be buying more of these in the future! 

To learn more about Bobee decals, you can visit their website at bobeedecals.com. I received this item for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own. 

Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler By Izy Trends

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I absolutely love the packaging this one came in. It's adorable. Aside from that, the curler is easy to use and doesn't pinch. It leaves my poor straight eyelashes curled to perfection. It comes with an additional silicone pad which is handy for those of us that use an eyelash curler on a daily basis. I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

A little more about the curler:

• ALL PURPOSE CURLING - Curls Short Lashes, Medium Lashes and Long Lashes. No matter the type or length of your lashes; the shape or size of your eyes, Lovely Lashes takes care of you.
• Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler Has The Best Quality At a Remarkable Price Point!
• 100% LIFETIME GUARANTEE! We Guarantee You Will Fall In Love With Our Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler or Your Money Back.
• No Pinch, No Tugs, Just Perfect Lashes! Our Curler Flat Out Produces The Most Amazing Curls Time After Time
• Creates Great Curls That Will Last All Day! You Won't Regret The Decision You Make Today When You Order Now And Get The *Lovely Lashes* You Deserve!

MeasuPro TF5000 Instant Read Waterproof

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This thermometer is so accurate and easy to use. I love the size of the digital readout. The numbers are large and show the temperature almost instantly. I've used many thermometers that take forever, which is no good when you've got the oven open letting out all the heat!

The packaging is sturdy enough but I'd like it if the text on the package was a darker color. I could still read it fine but fear that some with eyesight trouble or color blindness might not be able to.

The extendable handle is perfect when you want to measure something in the oven but don't feel like getting a steaming facial at the same time.

It comes with a battery already installed so you can use it immediately upon opening. To save on battery usage, it is set to automatically power off after 10 minutes of non use. You can choose from Celsius or Fahrenheit, The max/min button lets you see what the last recorded maximum or minimum temperature recorded. It has a calibration setting that will subtract or add a number of degrees from the reading but I have yet to use it, because it has been accurate for me so far.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Premium Quality: Lingerie Bags for Laundry by InsideSmarts

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These laundry bags are much larger than I was expecting, which is a great thing! They come in a set of four with two different sizes. The zippers are secure and you don't have to worry about them snagging on your other items in the wash. They really do take a lot of the hassle out of laundry.

They are perfect for washing bras that you don't want to dry. I often forget to look for the bras when transferring into the dryer and they end up misshapen because they really shouldn't be dried. This bag is a perfect way to keep them separate in the wash and easily remind me that they're in there so I can hang dry them. They'd be ideal for any items that you want to keep out of the dryer.

They come back with a satisfaction guarantee or your money back. I'm completely satisfied so I think I'll be keeping these.

I received this item at a discount for reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.

Jenaluca Herb Scissors Stainless Steel - Multipurpose Kitchen Shears

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These shears are an absolute must have for any chef. I hate chopping herbs with my "semi" dull knives. It never turns out as perfectly as I want. These scissors make the job quick and easy. I didn't have any fresh herbs on hand when I tested them so I just used some salad mix instead and the blades are very sharp and glided through the leaves effortlessly. They left the vegetables still fresh and didn't bruise them as knife chopping often does. Clean up was a piece of cake as you can just rinse them and toss them in the dishwasher. They come with a protective cover for safe storage. As an added bonus the pamphlet that comes with the product has not only detailed information about the use of the shears themselves but details on commonly used herbs such as basil, thyme, cilantro, mint and more. Each description contains information on the type of flavor you can expect from each herb as well as common uses.

As if this wasn't impressive enough, Jenacula donates 10% of their profits to charitywater.org. Charity: Water is a non profit organization on a mission to bring clean drinking water to every person on the planet. Though clean drinking water is easily obtained here in the US, in many countries it is impossible to come by and causing serious health issues. To date, charitywater.org has funded 13,644 water projects in 22 countries. I applaud Jenacula for this support to help the people of our world.

This is one of my favorite products that I've gotten from amazon! I received this item reviewing purposes. All opinions stated, whether self-purchased or provided for review, are completely those of my own.