New York Color Lipshine Review

I am loving the NYC Liquid Lipshine that Influenster recently sent me as a product test with my voxbox. NYC products are affordable (.99 - $4.99) and there are plenty of color choices to match your needs.

NYC Liquid Lipshine retails for $2.49 and is well worth the low price. I like the soft-tip wand that is unlike most lip glosses I've tried. The color is highly pigmented, but very subtle to wear every day. It contains Vitamin E and is available in 10 shades.

The shine was not too glossy or sticky, which is the worst feeling from a lip gloss.

The color and shine lasted longer than I expected and I will definitely be wearing this to celebrate New Year's tonight!

Check out the New York Color website for product information and the variety of products to match your style!

*I received the following product as a part of Influenster's product testing program. However, all opinions are my own and are based on my feedback after using the free product.*

iPad 2 Giveaway!!

Welcome to the New Years Blog Bash iPad 2 Giveaway! 

Did you want an iPad 2 and didn't get one?! Well here is your chance to win one! It's simple and easy! 

Giveaway runs Dec 31st at 12:01am - Jan 31st at 11:59pm eastern time!

 Use the rafflecopter form below. 

Entries: ALL Facebook "likes" are mandatory - this will be verified. ALL Twitter "follows" are optional - this will be verified if you choose to do this as optional entry. Daily tweet allows you 2 extra entries per day!

Tyler's Coffee Giveaway

Who wants to win some free coffee? Enter via Rafflecopter below:

  a Rafflecopter giveaway Sponsored by Tomoson.com

Tyler's Coffee Review

Tyler's Coffee recently sent me their regular coffee product to review and it was one good cup of Joe. They recommend using a french press to make the coffee in order to get the best aroma and flavor, but since I have a Vietnamese coffee press I made the regular coffee they sent me with my press. It's great using coffeemakers too!

The benefits of Tyler's Coffee:

• Acid-free coffee that is good for teeth enamel
• Reduces Acid Reflux
• Limits heartburn, indigestion, bloating
• Does not irritate sensitive stomachs
• Interstitial Cystitis Network Approved

Tyler's Coffee comes in regular or decaf. They're made from Brazilian Arabica beans.

If you have sensitive teeth like I do or love coffee, but it often irritates your stomach, give Tyler's Coffee a try. 

I was surprised at how strong and flavorful this coffee tasted! 

If you're interested, you can purchase directly from their website

here: 

                    Tyler's Coffee Products

One pack of Tyler's coffee makes about 18 cups of coffee. 

Based on the aroma, taste, and how many cups of coffee I've made from just one small pack, I highly recommend their coffee and rate the product 5 out of 5.

Just Dance 3 Review

Just Dance 3 was given to me during Thanksgiving, and I've been addicted ever since. I worked hard this year to lose 16 lbs. and finding ways to maintain my weight hasn't been easy!

I lost the weight from June - October using the My Fitness Pal app for the iPhone. You can also use the website if you don't have an iPhone. (See my "Lose Weight" blog post for more info.).

Just Dance 3helped me lose another 2 lbs. in the past month. It keeps me active on those days when my regular workouts are too mundane and routine. For each song, you get "sweat" points and when added together, can be the equivalent of walking, jogging, or swimming for 30 minutes.

I'm not compensated for this review in any way, but I've had so much fun and such a positive experience with this video game that I want everyone to know about it!

The Wii is pricey, but well worth it for your family. Your kids will love this game - exercise while having fun. Get your entire family to play!

Flash Coupon Giveaway

Some bloggers and I are hosting a flash coupon giveaway. Hurry, enter now! Ends tonight at midnight EST!


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Influenster Holiday VoxBox

My Influenster VoxBox arrived last week with some great stuff! Items included were:

• Softsoap Coconut Scrub Bath Bars
• imPRESS Hot Pink Nails
• NYC Lipshine Lipgloss
• LaraBar Coconut Creme Pie
• Mentos Gum

(and 7 packing peanuts along with a $1 off coupon for imPRESS nails)


Anyone who regularly uses social media (Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, blog sites) should sign up and join Influenster.com for some great product tests.

Couponizer Coupon System Giveaway

Shopping Used To Be A Chore…But Not Any More!!^TM

Want to know why? Because we coupon!

We get the best deals because we match a coupon with a sale. The downside to this is that many people often get frustrated because they do not have a system for organizing their coupons. We are here to help!  

Shopper’s Haul is hosting a giveaway for a Couponizer Coupon System and has teamed up with other great bloggers to give away a Couponizer Coupon System to one lucky reader. One lucky reader will be able to start 2012 with an Coupon organizational system in place that will help you save a lot of money!!  

The Couponizer System Includes:

• The Couponizer (With Elastic Closure Strap)
• Customer Loyalty Card Sleeves (Inside Couponizer)
• Shopping List
• CoupTracker
• Scissors
• CoupStacker-Expandable Coupon Sorting Mat
• Clear Zipped Carrying Bag

To be entered in the giveaway, complete the entries on the Rafflecopter Form below. Entries will be verified and no duplicate entries will be allowed. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents.

iCaughtSanta Review and Giveaway

Want to show your kids proof that Santa was in the house the night before to deliver their Christmas gifts? Catch Santa "in the act" on iCaughtSanta.com. Here's how you can get the proof:

1. Upload any image where you want Santa to be "captured"
2. Create the photo by choosing the Santa pose and border you want
3. Share the photo by downloading, emailing, or sending it to your nearest print center

It's that simple! 

iCaughtSanta is a great idea for kids to be able to see Santa in action. It makes Christmas a more magical time. No more making dad dress up as Santa and risk getting caught by the kids!

You can also choose to create photos with other icons besides Santa! I'm definitely going to use this site for upcoming birthdays and events.

What do you think of this idea and how excited would your kids be to see Santa in their homes?
My dog was caught taking off his ugly sweater so he's getting a lump of coal for Christmas! Just kidding I love my dog :)

As a bonus, iCaughtSanta has provided me with 5 codes to give away to 5 lucky winners. Each code is valid towards 1 Santa photo ($9.99 value). 


Flash giveaway will run from Dec. 14 - Dec. 17 (11:59PM). 

Enter via Rafflecopter.

Gift Ideas for Kids - Get Them in Time for Christmas

I finally finished toy shopping for the little ones and was looking for affordable and unique toys. Amazon saves me the frustration of waiting in lines and the stress of holiday shopping. Here are some ideas that you might like:

Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes $8.09

Great for car rides

 

Melissa and Doug binoculars with fun designs $6.59, $6.99

      

Mattel Sing-a-ma-jig bunny, sweetheart, or birthday soprano $4.99!!

            Sesame Street Toys: $6.99, $12.61, $14.61, $15.99

     

Happy shopping!

$175 for $40 + Free Shipping on Ulta

I just bought an incredible deal on Ulta! This includes free shipping plus 5% cash back from Ebates.

• Go to Ulta.com through Ebates for 5% back (they send you a check with all your cash  back every 3 months)

• Add the Philosophy Pure Grace Shower Cream to your cart

• Add the Philosophy Amazing Grace Antiperspirant/Deodorant

• Then add the Free 10 pc. Sample Beauty Bag with any $35 Purchase

• Checkout and select your free bathrobe ($60 value) and messenger bag

• Use code: HOLIDAYSHIP for free shipping

• Add 3 free samples to your order

Your total should show $40 plus tax, free shipping, and you'll get back 5%!

Dole Product Coupons Giveaway - 5 Winners!

Who wants some FREE Dole Products? Well you are in luck!

5 winners will win 5 FREE Dole Product coupons! This giveaway will run until December 16, 2011 at 11:59PM EST!!

Use the rafflecoptor to like and follow the blogs and you are entered:)

2 Carat White Topaz Earrings Giveaway

Who doesn't love jewelry! Then this is a giveaway for you!

This giveaway for a pair of 2 Carat White Topaz Earrings is being sponsored by Shopper’s Haul and Shadora.com.

Shopper’s Haul has teamed up with 28 other awesome bloggers to give each of our readers a chance to win their very own pair of 2 Carat White Topaz Earrings from Shadora.com! The white topaz gemstones are set on a sterling silver post with a four-prong setting and have a butterfly back that secure the earrings nicely.

To be entered in this giveaway, simply follow the rules on the Rafflecopter form.

$100 Victoria's Secret Reward Card Giveaway!!

I'm pleased to be teaming up with Freebie Corner to bring you this giveaway for a $100 Victoria's Secret Reward Card! Receive it in time to buy Christmas gifts or use it as a Christmas gift!!

PRIZE: $100 Victoria's Secret Reward Card. Winner will receive the card number and pin by email on 12/17/11. Card expires 12/21/11. (winner will have 4 days to use card either in store, online or by phone)