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Honeycomb Crusted Blueberry Muffin Bars Giveaway

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This is a sponsored post and giveaway.

This is a continuation of our “think biggerer” with Post Cereal’s Honeycomb. Just in case you missed our previous, honeycomb recipe, Honeycomb Pie Crust recipe, I’m going to remind you all about why you should “think biggerer” with Honeycomb. image

 

Honeycomb is a fantastic cereal that kids and grownups both like.

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My husband even said that it’s one of his favorite cereals when the kids were looking at me funny. This is the first time they’ve tried Honeycomb and we didn’t do this small, we did this big, no “biggerer”.

 

By using the already sweet corn and big honey flavor that is in every bite, we created a Honeycomb Pie crust. This is the imagebase for our recipe today. We had to go “biggerer” because we want to also encourage you to make breakfast “biggerer” than ever before. image

 

You’ll have an opportunity to win a $25 gift card and a box of cereal to do just that with this classic cereal that never goes out of style. This recipe is sure to brighten up your breakfast or snack time.

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Honeycomb Blueberry Muffin Bar Recipe

Ingredients:

Honeycomb Pie Crust

1 cup almond flour
1 cup coconut blend flour
¼ cup apple sauce
3 eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ripe banana
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ ground cloves
½ cup honey
2 cups whole, fresh blueberries

(optional icing mix)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350oF.

2. Thoroughly combine ingredients except blueberries. Fold in blueberries.

3. Pour over the Honeycomb Pie Crust

4. Bake in preheated oven for 15 – 30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. The range is so long because this recipe has been adapted from muffins to more like a cake.

5. Let cool in pan (I took mine out so the crust crumbled a little bit)

6. Cut into bars or you can go even “biggerer” as I did.

7. Instead of letting it cool, I dumped it out upside down on a wire rack and then let it cool for 20 minutes.

8. Then I whipped up some icing, blue food coloring, (you could even add more blueberries), Then I topped with some extra crumbled pie crust and blue sprinkles.

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Enter to Win:

$25 Gift Card and & Box of Honeycomb

 

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Emoji Movie Cookies Using Foodstirs

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So, my daughter Zoe loves baking and she loves working with Foodstirs. Sarah Michelle Gellar’s company Foodstirs created baking mixes that are organic and it’s wonderful. They are easy to make and come out looking great. image

This time they sent us an Emoji movie themed set. Or at least that’s what they asked us to create, so Zoe accepted the challenge and I love what she came up with.

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A lot of people love what Zoe does because it’s not perfect. It’s cute and adorable and you can tell it’s made by a kid.

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Previously we’ve made Flower cookies. They gave us everything we needed for this batch. We received the cookie cuter, the dye and the baking mix and icing mix.

 

And the time before that we made Valentine’s Day cookies. That time we also received everything we needed including cookie cutters and mixes.

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oh and one time she made egg nests.

Easter Egg nests made from @foodstirs #foodstirs #sample

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We also love to make videos. Here is Zoe unboxing the EMOJI movie Foodster box:

Here is Zoe opening her flower kit foodstir box>

You can see that this one looks more like a monthly subscription box than what we most recently received. I think that if someone wanted to get my daughter a gift a year long supply of Foodstirs would be right up her alley. And here is the very first box we received from Foodstirs.

 

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5 Incredible Health Benefits of Coffee

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I can’t imagine a day without coffee. The first thing I do every morning is make myself a cup of coffee. Coffee benefits are not just limited to providing a jumpstart to your day or that extra boost of energy you need to get past the afternoon slump. Coffee has other benefits. We have come up with a list of 5 Benefits of coffee.

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5 Benefits of Coffee

1. Coffee Burns Fat

If you look on the labels of the popular fat burning supplements you will find coffee at the top of the list. Coffee has been shown to significantly aid in the fat burning process by boosting the body’s metabolic rate.

2. Lowers Risk of Type II Diabetes

I have quite a few family members that have or are close to having type 2 Diabetes and likely so is your family. Diets are often high in white sugar and carbohydrates. Which is why my husband and I have changed to a low carb diet. Coffee drinkers tend to be less prone to Type 2 diabetes. I just learned this and now drink a ton of coffee.

3. Coffee protects the Liver

The liver is an essential organ in proper functioning of the human body. You’ll notice that we just recently shared with you 10 ways to cleanse the liver. There are quite a few diseases that attack the liver. Cirrhosis is the culmination of long-term liver deterioration in which only scar tissue remains. I think this is debatable but some say that drinking coffee may significantly lower the risk of developing this condition.

4. Reduce Likelihood of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease seems to be on the rise. Those 65 and over are most susceptible and in addition to trying to keep your brains active drinking coffee may keep the disease at bay.  Also, eating healthy and exercising can help to ward off the disease.

5. Fights Depression

I haven’t written about depression in a while, but I suffer from it daily.  yourself. Depression is marked by an overwhelming sadness that greatly affects the daily lives of sufferers. It’s been said that regular coffee intake can lessen the chances of developing depression, as well as decreasing the risk of suicide. I know that when I’m jacked up on coffee, I’m more productive, like right now I’ve had six shots today.

5 Benefits of Coffee

Coffee contains a number of ingredients and compounds. In most cases, researchers haven’t determined the specific reason for the many health benefits of coffee. However, a great deal of evidence indicates that your favorite morning brew gives you far more than energy and alertness.

Good Health Gluten Free Pretzels & Veggie Pretzels

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Good Health Veggie Pretzels

It seems like this summer I’ve struggling to get my kids to eat any veggies. We have been on the go and our lives have been turned upside down by different things here and there. For example, we unexpectedly had to live out of a hotel for a week. I was very glad that Good Health sent me some gluten free pretzels and some veggie pretzels because it’s about the healthiest thing that I have been able to get them to eat.

Gluten Free Pretzels

The gluten free pretzels are fairly low in carbs and pretty good to eat. At Good Health®, we believe the secret to a great “Lifeitude®,” aka loving life to the fullest, is feeling good. That’s why our crunchy and delicious Gluten Free Pretzels are made with whole grain brown rice and whole grain sorghum flour. These cholesterol-free and feel-good munch mates are great solo or for dipping. Best of all, they’re packed with good ingredients, Extra Goodness™ (Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Tomatoes, Beets, Shiitake Mushrooms) and sprinkled with sea salt so you can feel good about what you eat.

Veggie Pretzels

We also received the Veggie Pretzels and I liked those pretzels even more than the gluten free pretzels. Veggie Pretzels are made with hearty wheat flour. These cholesterol-free and feel-good munch mates are great solo or for dipping. Best of all, they’re packed with good ingredients, Extra Goodness™ (Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Tomatoes, Beets, Shiitake Mushrooms) and sprinkled with Himalayan Salt.

My kids seemed to like the Veggie pretzels better than the gluten free pretzels just like me but either way they liked all the pretzels and they ate well while we were stuck in a hotel instead of our house. As you find yourself having a crazy adventure this summer be sure and stock up on some healthy snacks for your kids.

 

Justice Tween Activewear Giveaway

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This is a sponsored post.

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Having a girl means I have to at the very least be aware of fashion trends. My little one seems to be one step ahead of me though when it comes to fashion, she always knows how to put an outfit together and she always has. So we’ve teamed up with Justice and my girl is through the roof with this tween activewear. Zoe received some clothing from Justice. Here is her video reaction to the clothing…

Today we’re featuring Mackenzie Ziegler for Justice Active, now available in Justice Stores nationwide and at www.shopjustice.com. Mackenzie Ziegler is a 13-year old singer and dancer. She’s a former Dance Moms star and launching this new collection of activewear. This line is all about working together and empowerment.

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Check out this video with Mackenzie Ziegler. It features her new song “Teamwork” on the Justice YouTube channel. Just as the clothing focuses on girl empowerment, the video does as well. The video celebrates self-expression and teamwork, showcasing Mackenzie and the Justice Dance Troupe as they work together on a beautiful mural created by well-known muralist Amanda Lynn.

 

The “Mackenzie Ziegler for Justice Active” collection has everything my daughter loves. From cute leotards, cropped hoodies, to tank tops and leggings your daughter will be mixing and matching like crazy. This collection also has a selection of dance socks, compression shorts, chokers, headwraps and duffle bags. Each item adorned with the current fashion trends with splatter paint, sequins, or graffiti and that’s not all.

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It’s also already Back to school season. Justice is a great place to find clothing. It’s the #1 destination for all things tween girls. Prices at Justice are just right for back to school budgets. The Mackenzie line ranges from $5.90 to 29.90 offering a wide range for any budget.

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More Spin Master Fun with Cars 3 Piston Cup Showdown #CarsGames #SpinMasterGames #AD

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This is a sponsored post with Spin Master.

A month ago we had an amazing time reviewing Cars 3 Risky Raceway.

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We also interviewed part of the cast, we attended the Cars 3 red carpet premiere, and we wrote out review of Cars 3. Then we made a list of toys that your kids are going to want to take home so they can continue enjoying the movie characters at home. Well, we have one more game to add to that list and it’s Cars 3 Piston Cup Showdown.

Pistoncup Showdown

The Piston Cup Showdown requires 3 AAA batteries for the lights to work, but not required for the fun. My kids played with this game on and off all afternoon yesterday. It wasn’t until my husband got home from work that the fun had to stop.

Piston Cup Showdown

They had so much fun playing with Spin Master Cars 3 Piston Cup Showdown that they actually let me take a video of them playing the game.

 

 

I even got in on the fun and was racing my son. It’s silly and I loved it!!

Spin Master Games – Cars 3 toys are available now at Walmart and Toys”R”Us

Join the Fuel Rewards program and save at Shell.

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We’ve been working with Shell for a few years now. Each year they have a promotion around now for their Fuel Rewards program so we wanted to make sure you are part of it and  using it. (I’m guilty of forgetting to use it myself and we almost always get gas at Shell).

Right now it’s the “Instant Gold Status” where members of the Fuel Rewards® program are rewarded with Instant Gold Status and automatic savings of 5c/gal on every fill-up. You don’t have to already be a member, you can just go sign up now!

That’s a lot of savings, so go sign up.

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I mean you have to buy gas, everyone has to buy gas. We do have an electric car, but my husband only uses that to go to work and back, when we want to go anywhere farther than the electric car goes we have to get gas. We love to take road trips so we purchase a lot of gas. We should have a ton of points. 

DISCLOSURE:

Redeem Fuel Rewards® savings with your Fuel Rewards® card or Alt ID at participating Shell stations. Fuel Rewards® savings are limited to 20 gallons of fuel per purchase per vehicle, or fraud limits placed by Shell and/or limits placed on your payment card by your financial institution, each of which may be lower. Fuel Rewards® savings must be redeemed in a single transaction. Once you begin to dispense fuel using your Fuel Rewards® savings, you must dispense to the 20-gallon limit or you forfeit any remaining discounted gallons of fuel. For example, if you only pump fifteen (15) gallons of fuel, you would abandon the remaining five (5) gallons of discounted fuel. If you have a rewards balance greater than the current pergallon price of fuel, the price will roll down to the maximum capability of the fuel equipment, and your remaining rewards will be saved for a future fuel purchase. Dispenser may require a price of up to 10.9 cents per gallon. It may not be possible to combine multiple discounts and/or rewards in a single transaction. For purchases of $75 or more, please go inside to pay. Unbranded diesel and alternative fuels may not be eligible. The Fuel Rewards® program is owned and operated by Excentus Corporation. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. Not valid where prohibited by law. Other restrictions may apply. See fuelrewards.com for complete Fuel Rewards® program details and Terms and Conditions. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Fashionable Kids Shoes For Boys & Girls

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Fashionable Kid Shoes

Back To School shopping is when kids get new clothes for school. I remember that this was the time to get fashion right. It always felt like, if you had the best back to school outfit on the first day of school then you would have a good year. I feel like my daughter feels the same way and she looks for fashion from head to toe. That’s right she has to have fashionable kids shoes. And KidsShoes.com is #1 place to shop for Kids Shoes!

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We picked out this amazing pair of shoes from  KidsShoes.com.  This pair of shoes is now her favorite pair of shoes. She loves wearing them. They match everything. She loves how they sparkle and shine. And as every kid knows a new pair of shoes makes you faster. It’s like there is a spark in her step. Actually, I think to her these are the most fashionable pair of children’s shoes she has ever owned. She looks awesome from head to toe.

Michael Kors Kids shoes

KidsShoes has such a large selection of designer shoes for both boys and girls. It’s the perfect place to find boys and girls shoes for that perfect back to school outfit. The designer shoe brands make it easy for fashionable choices and the prices are just right too. Now for my son he loves his shoes too. So it’s nice that we were able to find shoes for both my children in the same spot.

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He made me laugh after he put them on because he started running like crazy around the street. Then we ran over to the park and started kicking up dirt and I was like STOP IT!!! Those are new shoes don’t get them dirty. Then he looked at me and said, I just made them mine. I cracked up. That’s just like him because all his fashionable kids shoes are dirty. This is why kids don’t get to wear their new back to school shoes or back to school clothing until the first day of school. But he still looks pretty darn good from head to toe in his new fashionable boys shoes.

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Keep up with Kidsshoes.com on all their social platforms:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shopkidsshoes

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Pampers Rewards App: Download Save and Earn Rewards

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This is a sponsored post with Pampers. All opinions are my own.

I’m a huge fan of earning rewards on things that I buy every day. I’m part of every store rewards program that I can think of. I love that you have been able to earn rewards with Pampers for a while now, and now Pampers Rewards  are even easier to accumulate.

As a parent you will or already have purchased your fair share of diapers. Hopefully you’ve taken full advantage of the Pampers Rewards points. Maybe you didn’t even know what they were. There is a new way to collect those rewards points now. If you download the Pampers Rewards App you can just scan the code on diaper and wipe packs with your phone to earn points, instead of typing in the codes online. You get 100 free Rewards points just for downloading the app, plus 50 more when you scan your first code!

Pampers Rewards App

Collecting Pampers Rewards Points is a great way to earn cool gifts with a simple scan of your phone. I love being able to do this. In fact, at one of our grocery stores, the only reason why I played their game was because I could now scan the codes with my phone. I earned so many gift cards just by scanning every code I had. I wish we had the Pampers app  when my kids were babies so I know you guys are going to love how easy it is to now earn those points.

Here is what to do

  1. Buy Pampers Diapers and Pampers Baby Wipes
  2. Download the Pampers Rewards App on Android or on the iPhone
  3. Scan the code using the App to get points which you can redeem for prizes!

Sample prizes are things like a donation to Feeding America, or to Every Child Succeeds. You can earn coupons for Hello Fresh and other cool places. One of the best prizes to me is coupons for more diapers, see all rewards options here !

 

 

Taste Test: A Drink for Tweens Planet Fuel

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Zoe is my resident video maker. She loves testing things and has a fantastic time making vides. She loved trying Planet Fuel. Planet Fuel is a thirst-quenching line of juices that are packed with 100% refreshment and zero % refined sugars, no preservatives or artificial flavors. The taste was great. She ended up drinking all three. If you watched the video you will see that I found the cherry in the Cherry Lemonade to be tart. But, being a mom I love that because it truly means these drinks are not full of sugar. I’m on a no sugar no carb diet, and I’m working on letting the kids have less sugar. These are perfect.
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The company is marketing to teens and tweens as a refreshing choice to fuel them up. They come in three different flavors: Cherry Lemonade, Apple Grape, and Pear Lime. Each refreshing beverage combines organice juices with a splash of water, lowering the natural sugar content. Unlike the typical juice pouch that kids their age normally reach for, Planet Fuel comes in a recyclable can. These cans are fun too with how they are adorned. Each can illustrated a different animal that was in need of protection.
 
Planet Fuel strives to inspire their consumers to fuel their world by giving back to the environment through The Planet Fuel Charitable Fund (PFCF).  PFCF provides financial support to conservation groups, working hard to protect wild animals as well as the environment.
 
Planet Fuel beverages are offered in a single-flavor 4 packs ($5.99) and single-flavor 12 packs ($15.99) and are available on Amazon.com, select retailers, and on PlanetFuel.com.