Manifest your Magnificence

Manifest Your Magnificence is a unique set of 64 affirmation cards and an audio CD designed specifically to nurture a child's self-esteem. Beautifully illustrated, written and spoken, each affirmation carries a powerful message that connects children to their magnificence. This unique set of cards and CD encourages positive interactions between adults and children, creates communication about feelings, promotes values such as honesty, responsibility, and compassion, and imprints positive attitudes and beliefs in the subconscious through use of "I AM" statements.

I decided on the CD, I figured that the kids and I could listen to these in the car.

So that is just what we did. These affrimations are sweet, positive, with a fun little tune along with them.. it's very easy to listen to.

Listen to some sample tracks:

Loving

Flexible

Adventurous

My children are very young (ages 3 and 18 months) so they don't really pay attention. But I still believe they are hearing it. Which is great. This is such and easy way for your children to build confidence and know that they are very important. It also helps me remember as well.

This was apart of Family Review Network and Magnificent Creations who supplied the review.

VeggieTales: Abe and the amazing promise.

Okay so who doesn't love VeggieTales.  I find them very cute.  And well, so do my kids.  I jumped at the chance to review this new movie!  Plus, I think I needed some help teaching patience.  Even for myself. Ha

This movie is very adorable.  Like all their shows and movies, you have all the classic silly songs and even Silly Songs with Larry.

This movie is a mock up of the story of Abraham {and his wife Sarah} and their wait for a child. God promised a child to Abe and Sarah but they had to have patience and wait upwards of 15 years!  Bob the Tomato and Junior Aspargus decide to interview them.  But they throw in some quirks and a silly crew which makes for an interesting way to teach patience.

Also, Blunders in Boo-Booville which also has a lesson in patience.  But this time it's a lesson on being patient in doing things right.. not rushing just to finish.  

These are fun ways to teach patience.  While watching it, my daughter begging me for a drink, and me telling her several times "Hold on, I am doing something, give me a minute."  Still she kept asking so I said.. "Sweetie, we need to learn patience.. and trust that mommy will do what she says she going to do!"  She COMPLETELY got it!  Haha.. I really do think this might have helped in my situation, considering we've had this over a week now and have seen it.. oh I don't know a hundred times?

All in all, a very fun video by VeggieTales once again.  We all enjoyed it, and are very glad to have it in our collection.  

This was apart of Family Review Network and Big Idea who provided the video for review.

Book Review: No Cry Sleep Solutioin

Although, my children don't have "trouble" sleeping, somedays are a fight. 

especially during naptime!

I found this book a very easy read.  It's very informative without being overpowering and boring.  I have always been interested in sleep, my father has sleep problems and has been studied a few times.  It's all fasinating.  Now this doesn't mean I am a pro by any means... I still have my far share of struggles when it comes to sleep.   Nap time is never easy in my house. I have struggled with it since I first had my daughter 3 years ago.  

The author, Elizabeth Pantley, has so many solutions to {I would imagine} anyone's problem with sleeping and naps.  Solutions that actually work!

I found it funny with her solution to the problem : *Not Tired*.. that I tended to get them over anxious and more awake! Grr..  But I added a little beditme routine; dimming lights, reading, doing a soft sleeping activity actually helps make the child relax with actually making the child relax!  

I don't have a newborn right now, but I found this book would be extremely helpful and gave me some great ideas for newborns!  Especially when it comes to nursing.  I am one of those women who is a human pacifier. {my son would not take a pacifier}  Though I don't exactly like it, I could get some sleep so I didn't mind too much.  But it's not something I hope to continue doing.

I also found an interesting topic while reading.. "Hush Hour" or Quiet Time=Nap Substitute.  When my daughter was 2 years old she refused to take naps, and when she did she would wake up in the worst mood.  I couldn't bare it any longer and boycotted naps for her.  

After reading this important part of the book for me.. I realized I could get somewhat of a break when tending my kids, while my son sleeps.   This has been amazing!  Truly.  I have found that my daughter actually acts better when she has Hush Hour.  And I have found that I enjoy it too.  Everyday I feel a rush of some sort, if it's to dance or play groups, errands and whatnot.. my children don't always get to rest either.  It really is a perfect nap substitute.  

This book has tons of information.. from swaddling to schedules, the actual importance of sleep and the amount of hours needed to create peace and happiness.  For everyone.   It even has a chapter on colic care and When to call a doctor for sleep disorders.  

This was apart of Family Review Network and the Author of The No-Cry Nap Solution: Elizabeth Pantley {She has other books as well} 

Skin Md Shielding Lotion

I love lotions and skin care products.. what women doesn't.. so I was thrilled to try this product.

Skin MD Shielding Lotion leaves your skin feeling smooth and soft without that greasy feeling other lotions tend to leave. Sometimes I constantly feel as though I am wiping residue off my hands and leaving oily marks everywhere I go. Skin MD Shielding Lotion is light and great for every day use.. even for your face. It's natural and because it has Sunscreen SPF 15 right in the same bottle.. you know your being protected!

After using this, I noticed how soft my hands were looking and feeling. My hands always get cracked during the winter.. even to the point of bleeding, this helped immensely. And, I didn't have to worry about applying lotion all day long.

*Okay so what's a shielding lotion anyway? Well after reading more about it on their website and watching a video.. I found out this lotion isn't just for hydration and softness, it's more than all that. It's purpose is to "shield" your skin from the harsh chemicals of the world... that actually damage your skin. This includes UV rays.. which is why the SPF was added. Perfect, right?

This is a great lotion to help do everything all in one bottle!

And Remember.. It's Natural too!

This post was written for Family Review Network as part of a program by Skin MD Natural, who also supplied the product for review.

Weight Watchers Snacks

I have always wanted to try Weight Watchers, and for some reason I never did it. Even with there online (never having to go anywhere!) membership.

Now it is easier than ever. Weight Watchers has snacks! And foods.. avaliable right in your local grocer.

Here are 3 other ways to jump on the band wagon. ...You'll be glad you did.

Most everyone has a Facebook account. Why not Join Weight Watchers Fan Club to recieve great tips and sensible ideas. Weight Watchers is showcasing upcoming products, deliver news, and information to Weight Watchers food enthusiasts. It features links to recipes, product-related video casts, instant polls and more.

Weight Watchers is also debuting an interactive widget tool called, "I Really Want.." to help consumers hungry for a snack find a sensible alternative. The "I Really Want!" widget offers various Weight Watchers sensible food products as well as everyday snack alternatives.

Give it a try.. I was playing with it forever. Haha..

These Snacks look so great.. Yum! The snack alternative don't even look like alternatives!

Turn tasty Weight Watchers food into incredible rewards! It's an easy way to choose from extensive rewards including beauty products, cooking accessories, DVDs and more! For every Weight Watchers food product you buy, simply cut out and save the UPC barcodes and following the simple instructions at www.WWIncredibleRewards.com.

This post was written for Family Review Network as part of a program by Weight Watchers.

Pledge Natural Beauty

Natural Beauty Every Time You Dust!

I really enjoy Pledge.. I find it an asset to my cleaning supply closet. I enjoy a clean house.. and this is no exception for my wood furniture.

When I first married my husband we were given his mother's (who passed years ago) antique coffee table. I was so afraid to accept it because it was first an antique and second it was his mothers. It is definitely apart of my home now.. and will be forever. I can trust Pledge on it. I use it weekly giving it the care and glow it deserves.

We have used other cleaners on our furniture and Pledge works 100 times better than anything we have ever used. I really love the way it makes my furniture look while removing dust and smudges. Wood starts to fade and get a dingy look and Pledge always seems to boost the color, and give it some shine... looking brand new, or kinda like it was never around children! :)

We use Pledge on our wood furniture but it has other applications as well...Granite, Leather, Marble, and Stainless Steal.

Wanna try some and get one for free? SC Johnson is giving one of my readers a FREE bottle of Pledge. Just leave a comment and your entered. That's it.

This post was written for Family Review Network as part of a program by SC Johnson, who also supplied the product for review and giveaway.

Share our Strength by Sharing Something Sweet

Join in the Campaign! Ferrero invites EVERYONE to join in the cause by sending a Sweet Message.  For EVERY Ferrero Sweet Message sent, and additional donation of $1 will be made to Share Our Strength.

And for every person that joins the Ferrero Facebook Page, "Ferrero Lover Unite" Ferrero will donate another $1 to Share Our Strength.

Let's Give a little MORE this Season.

I took their Chocolate Personality Quiz.. 

I am a Ferrero Rocher® Chocolates Personality

You’re sweet, charming and lovable! You love to celebrate life, and your carefree and pleasant nature attracts others, bringing a smile to those around you. It’s no wonder you prefer the light-hearted and fun characteristics of the creamy, smooth chocolate and hazelnut center of Rocher® chocolates. Whether enjoying a day in the sunshine, taking in the latest comedy flick, or simply laughing away the day with friends, you savor all the special moments in life.

Hmm.. me down to a T?  I love, love.. LOVE these Chocolates.  Me and my dad can eat the whole box ourselves! 

Support the fight against hunger! Click here to make a donation to Share Our Strength today.

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