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Blogger Opp: The Keep Hydrated Giveaway ~ 1 Lucky Winner #Free & #Paid Options Available (Sign Ups Close 9/03)

Deliciously Savvy is hosting a giveaway in which one lucky winner will receive a ZeroWater 23 Cup Water Dispenser with TDS Meter ZD-018 plus an Ion8 Leak Proof BPA Free Water Bottle (TRV $53). This is the perfect way to keep your family and yourself hydrated and now I need your help to promote. Take advantage of the #Free and #Paid options available and as always.... I can never do it without each and every one of you!

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Giveaway Dates: 09/06/2017 9PM EST until 09/28/2017 11:59PM EST

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~Review~ Greenwald's Citrus All Purpose Cleaner

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

Ok there is not enough good things I can say about Greenwald's Citrus All Purpose Cleaner. I honestly thought oh another orange colored cleaner when it arrived, but I was proven wrong. It's super simple to make and use. It comes with a large spray bottle and a plastic package with 6 refill packs. They are water soluble.

This is so simple to mix. Fill up your bottle with warm water and add one water soluble refill pack. Wait for about a minute and then shake gently. Tada you have a totally miracle cleaner. We just moved into an old farmhouse and the walls were nasty and grimy. They had tons of animals and smoked. The bathroom walls were so gross and we cleaned with bleach and also Mr Clean Magic Erasers. Well they were clean, or so we thought. After this arrived in the mail my husband went on a cleaning streak. I wish I could show you a photo but no matter the lighting they won't show. All he did was spray and wipe with Greenwald's Citrus All Purpose Cleaner and our bathroom walls went from beige to a bright shiny white color. You can imagine what that started, he took it all over the house, grimy tile in the kitchen, spotless, nasty old fridge looks almost new. This stuff works and he has already informed me we will be buying more. Oh in case you wondered no there is no nasty chemical smell. It has a light citrus scent to it.

I could seriously go on and on about this product, it's my new favorite and I will be buying refills. All I can say is wow. It's also very inexpensive. You get 6 bottle for about the cost of 2-3 bottles at the store. If your interested in trying Greenwald's Citrus All Purpose Cleaner you can buy it on Amazon.

~~Review~~ Baby More Co. Baby Wrap Carrier

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

I will admit I was not crazy about the thought of trying a wrap. My husband Don convinced me I was missing out and that I would love it. So I decided to try one to prove him wrong. Well Don was right and I LOVE my new Baby Wrap by Baby More Co.

I was shocked at how flexible but yet how strong and durable the wrap is. It's very long and will work well for any size woman. I tried it first with my 1 year old and oh MAN, he was light weight and so easy to carry. My back was not killing me like it does with a normal Carrier. So after that I decided to try it with my 2 year old. MAN it worked JUST as well with him and I thought he would hate it but he was thrilled and begs to be put in it.

It is very easy to use the wrap and within minutes I had it down and could do it without help with my baby. It's a very simple process. I have used it everywhere, Flea markets, the store, taking a walk. I could not hold my baby before because of the pain. Now I can carry him just about anywhere and for longer lengths of time. I wish I had known when he was an infant. This is a life saving product.

The Baby More Co. Baby Wrap is very well made, thick but not hot to wear. It is very nicely stitched and all around a wonderful product and an asset to any new moms baby shower or just as a fun gift! You can find the Baby More Co. Baby Wrap Carrier on Amazon.

Sizzling Fajita Recipe with the Green Earth Frying Pan by Ozeri

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

Here in our house my husband does the cooking. He is a chef and has been working in a kitchen since he was 13. It's his life's passion. He really enjoyed trying out this Green Earth Frying Pan. It's a beautiful pan with a pretty green shade and a raised textured interior. The ceramic is scratch resistant and even with a lot of heavy use there has been no scratching. It is made out of aluminum.

This particular pan makes it easy to cook. Our fajita's were a breeze because of the non stick coating. It has a durable and light weight construction. He really loved the size and capacity of food it can hold. When your cooking for 8 you need a pan that holds all your food. No one wants to use and wash 2-3 pans. With the Green Earth Frying Pan we could cook for the whole family with one pan. It cooked evenly throughout. It's also very easy to clean. I recommend hand washing vs. the dishwasher to keep from getting any surface scratches.

The Ozeri Green Earth Frying Pan utilizes GREBLON which is an ultra-safe ceramic coating from Germany. It is 100% PTFE and PFOA free. What exactly does this mean? Even under high temperatures, no harmful toxic fumes are ever released into the environment.

Sizzling Fajita Recipe for 8

One pound of steak, chicken, pork julienne or shrimp.. or all.
Two Bell Peppers
Whole Onion, julienne
1/2 Cup Pineapple Juice
1/4 Cup Minced Fresh Cilantro
Pinch Salt and Pepper mixed together
Olive Oil
16-24 Small Taco Sized Flour Tortillas
Favorite Toppings-Cheese, Salsa, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Chili Verde, etc

It is preferred to marinate meat, peppers and onions overnight in the Pineapple juice and a few good shakes of Olive Oil. Otherwise marinate for one hour before cooking. On your smoking hot Green Earth Frying Pan grab a handful of the marinated ingredients and sear until meat is done. Warm tortillas on pan or on stove. Serve HOT!

You can get your own Green Earth Frying Pan by Ozeri on Amazon.

~Giveaway~ Growing a Green Planet

Prizes will all focus on the planet, transitioning into a more eco-friendly lifestyle, and homesteading in the hopes of becoming self reliant.

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A Lucky Ladybug, Tyrneathem, and ECO Drain

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Michigan Savings and More, Oh My Heartsie Girl, and A Ladybug on the Go.

Welcome to the Growing a Green Planet Giveaway!!  I have to thank each and every wonderful sponsor who helped truly make this giveaway event possible!

Please be patient with our bloggers websites and load times since this is such a large event.  The forms may take a little extra time AND it may seem like this one has a little extra work to enter.  Even though each of the packages have their own giveaway form, you will find that most of the entries are identical.  This way if you like/follow a page in one you will already have it done for the next!

~Review~ Organic Handmade Soap by Keomi Skincare

~I received these for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

My husband loves bar soap but I don't buy it. So when I was offered the Organic Handmade Soap by Keomi Skincare to try I knew he would be happy to test them out. I'll be honest the scent was too strong for me but my husband loved the scents and thought they smelled wonderful. They soap itself is not harsh on your skin, and lathers very well. They keep your skin moisturized which is not the norm for bar soap. These will not dry your skin out.

Each soap is individually wrapped. They come in Sea Breeze, Luscious Lavender, Golden Crown and Green Tea Goddess. They also come in a nice little sheer bag. These are just sample slices, maybe 1 /4" thick, so best for travel size. They also offer full bars.

About the soaps and the company process.

Our fine soaps are carefully crafted in small batches using the cold-process method to retain the benefits of the living oils. The soap's base is a rich blend of over 10 USDA certified organic vegetable, fruit and seed oils, plus shea and cocoa butters. The complexity of each of the Pure Aromatherapy-grade Essential Oils adds something wonderful and unique to each bar. The result is a superior soap that's healthier for your skin and better for our planet!

Each Keomi Skincare soap is made by hand using only the highest quality ingredients. Each soap is uniquely infused with a variety of Organic Herbs, Dead Sea Clay & Salt, Seaweed and French Green Clay. Our fine soaps are super-fatted and derive their beautiful rich sudsy lather naturally, leaving your skin clean and moisturized, supple and soft and never dried out. The All Natural, Organic ingredients ensure that our soap is gentle enough for people with skin sensitivities.

They are Organic & Vegan, No Animal Testing, No Colorants, No Preservatives, Sulphate Free, No Petroleum Byproducts, Nut Free, No GMO, and Made in the USA. You can buy your own Organic Handmade Soap by Keomi Skincare on Amazon!

~Blogger Opp~ Growing A Green Planet Giveaway

Prize Packages TBA (by 4/1):

Prizes will all focus on the planet, transitioning into a more eco-friendly lifestyle, and homesteading in the hopes of becoming self reliant.

A few of the Sponsors include:
Big Bag Beds, Grow Globes, Seeds Now, Crystal Wash, and MORE!
If you are a brand interested in being featured in this years Growing into Green Earth Day Event, please contact makeourownnetwork@gmail.com

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M.O.O.N. has now added several perks/discounts for frequent participation in our events but you must be a member of our Facebook group to be eligible.  Please visit the M.O.O.N. group if you are a blogger and would like more information regarding these perks and other group events.

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The Naturals ~Sweetheart Central Gift Guide Review~

~Valentine's Day Sweetheart Central Gift Guide Review~

~I received this product for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

I just love The Naturals. They are based out of Pennsylvania and offer twig wreaths and much much more. They send you a basic form for you to add onto and decorate however you wish. You can choose from beautiful spring baskets, window frames and stars. They even have a peace shaped wreath and a heart for Valentine's Day. They never cut down trees or bushes only trim and allow the plants to continue to grow and thrive. What a wonderful way to bring nature inside without disturbing it.

I chose to get the Fairy chair, which in my opinion was beautiful on it's own. I chose to leave it natural. It has copper wire on the back for hanging and when winter is over I plan to move it out to my garden. I just love the wild look it has. I can just imagine this spring when it's outside and surrounded by color.

If fits so well in my home filled with Antiques that I think I could use one in every room. I would love to get a basket to fill with pine cones, acorns and dried pomegranate's. What would you choose? You can see all the different options The Naturals has to choose on Etsy. Check out how great the pricing is. I've seen similar items sell for triple the cost!

~DEAL~ DIY and Crafting Ultimate Bundle

~Disclosure-These links are affiliate links and I will receive monetary compensation if you buy from these links~

One Complete Package of eBooks and eCourses dedicated to your DIY & crafting needs! The Ultimate DIY Bundle is your instant go-to library for a whole range of practical, satisfying and fun ways to decorate, repair and create.

✔ Decorate the perfect space for your family

✔ Make your own skincare products

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✔ Create gifts from scratch

✔ Nurture your creativity

There aren't enough hours in the day, right?

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The Ultimate DIY Bundle is your instant go-to library for a whole range of practical, satisfying and fun DIY and crafting projects. No more trawling: we’ve brought the highest-quality information from the world's leading DIY bloggers directly to your (soon-to-be scuffed) fingertips - at a price you won't believe.

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And that’s not all! 5 of our favorite crafting companies have agreed to provide a special bonus to everyone who buys. These bonuses include an crafting class from Craftsy.com (up to $60 Value), a free gift certificate and 8x10 art print from Hope Ink Art ($43 Value), and 2 more awesome bonuses.

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Your bonuses include: Choose 1 FREE Online Class from Craftsy.com (select from 15 of their most popular classes) UP TO $71.95 VALUE. Craftsy provides premium crafting classes on Home and Garden, Home Decor, Photography, Sewing, Scrapbooking, Art Journaling, and much more.

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Cloth Diapers & why I swore I would not use them!

Cloth Diapers....you say those two words and you hear one of two things. Some mom's you ask about cloth diapers and you get such gushing love and you wonder, can that be real? Do they really LOVE cloth diapers that much? Or are they just saying what you want to hear so you will stop using disposables. After all when you used to think of cloth diapering mama's it was in the terms of green, environmental, tree loving hippies. You see some flowing dressed woman with a daisy chain in her hair. Ok seriously though I love daisy chain's!

Other mama's are like no way, no how am I ever using cloth. Gross who want's to touch that. Washing them would be so nasty. Why would anyone want the mess when you can just throw them away? Plus isn't it super hard and don't you have to change them like every 30 minutes? That was me. I was the excuse making mama. I have Fibromyalgia and Lupus so when I thought of cloth I just saw work and a lot of it, not to mention the ick factor. I remember my mom telling me about hanging diapers on the line in the winter to freeze. No way was that going to be me.

My husband has been asking me to try them since before our first son was born two years ago. I fought and fought and said never, Never Ever! Then I found online blogs and giveaways. I mean I'd had a blog for Antiques, and I knew there were giveaways online but I didn't think people actually won. So I started entering and pretty soon I noticed a heavy cloth diapering trend on the blogging world or giveaways. How could this be? Are these women all nuts? I really thought so. Shame on me. I pride myself of being open-minded. Apparently not open-minded enough. Why would 10,000 people enter a giveaway to win a cloth diaper? The patterns are cute but it's not like anyone see's them.

After months of giveaways, and blog posts and starting my own blog back up with a re-vamp I started talking about cloth diapers. My mom and my husband once again started going at me about trying them. After all here we are living on a homestead/farm raising our own animals for meat, recycling, barely using water, eliminating our footprint but I am still using gross disposable diapers. I hate disposable's...I don't use disposable feminine products so why they said is this any weirder? I dunno, why is it I thought?

So I joined a few cloth diaper groups, spent every waking hour watching blog reviews and giveaways. I wondered how does anyone know what to buy...what do all these weird words mean all in one, all in two, fitted, prefolds, covers. YIKES my head was spinning. I asked some questions in a mommy group on facebook. I didn't really get the answers I was looking for. Quite honestly I still don't have all the answers I am looking for.

A saw on some blog somewhere in blog land a review for a inexpensive diaper, and I got some gift card codes from them. I thought why not, what can it hurt. At least give it a try. So I ordered two diapers. Now don't forget that I have no idea what I am doing here? I just randomly order two diapers and inserts. I really ordered based on the look of the diaper. One had Mickey mouse, and the other an adorable green and blue polka dot. I am a sucker for polka dots.

They arrived, only no Mickey Mouse, I got what (in my opinion) was some hideous animal print diaper with velcro instead of the snaps I'd ordered. I was slightly turned off at the thought of putting such an ugly diaper on my Teddy. I emailed them and they sent out the correct diaper. In the meantime I tried the other two. They were minky's. Soft so so soft. My poor Teddy had been sick and I thought what a treat to wear something that soft on your bum. I'll just try them out so he can be more comfortable. Obviously having two diapers is not enough. Not sure what I was thinking? Probably that I would hate them, and use them once and never again. Boy was I wrong!

Let me tell you cloth diapering is all about trial and error. I Tried and I made a lot of Error's. I forgot to change him...and complete soak through. Oops! This happened more than once I am ashamed to admit. I don't have a diaper sprayer so it's dunking for me. This is not at all as gross as I imagined. Because the whole diaper does not need to be dunked, just to the soiled part. I worried about washing, and for days I was washing two diapers and inserts alone. Really? I finally found somewhat of a understanding with my diapers. I've learned to change him more often. I've learned that the odor of a cloth diaper is that there really is NO odor. That's the best part for me, I can't stand the smell of disposable's now. You know what else I have learned? That I can do cloth diapering? I no longer see myself slaving away washing and changing every 30 minutes. I no longer picture myself outside line drying diapers in the snow. I see myself in a entire other light. A cloth diapering mama, ME!

This will by far not be the last post you see about cloth diapering. Follow me on my journey...maybe you'll learn something with me! Besides how can anyone resist that adorable fluffy bum? I will say for all this trial and error...I am never going back to disposables! It just proves you really never know until you try something!