Product Round-Up: Wii Country Dance, NCircle Word, 4 Ingredients & La Creme

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Lisa

Wii Country Dance

Our family spends a lot of time doing Wii together so when we got a chance to do the Wii Country Dance we couldn’t say no. Unfortunately our living room isn’t large enough to experience the full potential of this game, but we sure had fun trying. I am a particular fan of the Billy Cyrus song myself.

Country Dance features more than 25 songs from country music’s biggest names of past and present including Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Sugarland, Johnny Cash, Miley Cyrus, Brooks & Dunn, Zac Brown Band, Tim McGraw and more.
Country Dance is easily accessible to newcomers and familiar to fans of the popular rhythm dance genre of videogames. With integrated friendly cooperative modes, anyone can pick-up a Wii Remote™ and get moving along with their favorite dance partners. For more experienced players, the perfection mode assesses each dancer’s skill and gives a score only when their move is a perfect hit.
Country Dance for Wii™ is rated E10+ for Everyone by the ESRB and is now available for $29.99.
For more information about Country Dance, please visitCountry Dance on Facebook or follow Country Dance on twitter @Country_Dance

NCircle Word

If you have a little one the Complete Word World 16 Dvd Collection (Pbs Educational Wordworld) will keep them learning and entertained. James is getting a bit too old for these now but when he was younger he loved them. We have since passed them on to our friend Lucas to enjoy. The series teaches vocabulary, phonics, letter development, spelling, and a bunch of other things without being boring – a must to keep little ones interested.

4 Ingredients

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 . . . 4 Ingredients!

Imagine succulent Chicken, Butternut, and Chickpea Curry with brown rice, a light, palette-cleansing Orange, and Almond Salad, and a decadent serving of warm Flourless Chocolate Cake. If this sounds like the menu for an elaborate dinner party that requires hard-to-find ingredients and endless hours in the kitchen, think again!

Internationally bestselling authors Kim McCosker and Rachael Bermingham have created more than 400 quick, easy, and delicious recipes that only require four ingredients. Included are fantastic dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and entertaining, as well as meals specially designed for children, including lunchbox menus.

With 4 Ingredients, home chefs will learn how to:

* Make weeknight family dinners simple and special.

* Provide delicious, home-cooked meals and spend less money.

* Cook with fewer utensils—1 teaspoon, 1 tablespoon, and 1 measuring cup!

* Spend less time at the sink. Four ingredients for each dish means less cleanup!

Find out what home chefs all over the world have already discovered. 4 Ingredients is perfect for the busy, budget-conscious cook!

I haven’t had a chance to try any of these recipes yet, but I definitely plan on it.  They are mostly ingredients I can find in my cupboards and I’m all for quick, easy meals!  You can buy it for $12.24 from Amazon!

La Creme

I was sent four flavors of the REAL DIARY creamer a couple months ago and finally finished the last bottle. It comes in four flavors – original, hazelnut, french vanilla, and cinnamon vanilla. The most noteworthy thing about the creamer was that unlike other flavored creamers this was not too sweet. La Creme uses naturally flavored, rBST- and lactose-free ingredients. I will definitely buy it again if my store starts carrying it.

Disclosure: The brand news reported here are strictly our opinion and we understand that opinions may very.  We were given each of these products to try without obligation to share our opinions with you.  In some circumstances we may have been compensated for our time.
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Biolage Kiss Dry Goodbye Program with SheSpeaks

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Lisa

Did you hear the SheSpeaks has teamed up with Biolage on a new project called Kiss Dry Goodbye Salon Program?  It’s a pretty cool program I am hoping comes soon to where I live.  The program is running currently in select locations in New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland, North Carolina and South Carolina.  There are a wide array of participating salons (see below) in tons of different cities.  Women who join will have the opportunity to receive special hair care products and salon services from designated salons.  They will also be eligible for larger discounts on salon services.  Not only will participating members receive services but they will also receive products from the Biolage hydrathérapie line.

I did try the shampoo and mask this morning and was pleasantly surprised.  The shampoo lather was really thick and it smelled wonderful.  Minus the scalp massage it was like being in a salon.

About the Biolage hydrathérapie line

Taking inspiration from the Rainforest’s ever-replenishing Moisture Cycle, Biolage new technology hydrathérapie continuously moisturizes hair to help stop the dehydration cycle with the Anti-Dry Care of Aloe + Passion Fruit.  From my experience the product holds up to it’s name.

Benefits of the Biolage Kiss Dry Goodbye Program

Other than the absolutely wonderful product you will receive – two complimentary products (shampoo and masque valued over $30), you will receive discounts on salon services for up to four visits during the program.  You will also receive discounts on purchases of any two Biolage hair care products for up to four visits.

Want to learn more about the program?  Join @SheSpeaksUp on twitter and join in the conversation using the hashtag #SSBiolage.

Disclosure: I received samples from Biolage (used them this morning and loved the results – but that isn’t my purpose) from SheSpeaks in conjunction with this informative post.
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Walgreens Easy Prescription Refills – Refills by Scan with #Giveaway 5 Winners

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Lisa

Our family has certain medications that we take every month and every month I put off calling to order refills.  The truth of the matter is that I hate talking on the telephone and being put on hold to call in a refill.  I’m sure you aren’t any different.  Well, Walgreens now offers Refills by Scan.  I tried it this month when reordering my cholesterol medication and it was quick and painless.  I have no idea how it actually works or how scanning the barcode on my pill bottle with my cellphone is enough to make this work, but it does.  The app is available both for the iPhone, BlackBerry and the Android.


Not only can you capture a prescription bar code from your phone and we’ll have your refill ready to pick up, but the app has these other capabilities.

Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Refill prescriptions from your account history or simply by entering your prescription number. Get atext alert when your prescription is ready for pickup.
Flu Shot & Store Locator

Flu Shot & Store Locator
Trying to find a flu shot? Our flu shot locator will help you find the closest Walgreens or Take Care ClinicSM.
Photo

Photo
Order prints directly from your iPhone® or AndroidTMmobile phone.
Weekly Ad

Weekly Ad
Browse your local Weekly Ad and see all our sales before you shop.
Shopping List

Shopping List (iPhone® only)
Add the items you want from the Weekly Ad to a shopping list and then email it to yourself.

For trying out this app Walgreens gave me the cutest Wellness Travel Kit and they also gave me FIVE to give away to FIVE of you!

What you will win

The Wellness Travel Kit includes

o    Tissues

o    Hand sanitizer

o    Pain reliever

o    Antibiotic ointment

o    Bandages

Mandatory Entry

Tell me what platform you will use Refills by Scan with?  Do you own an Android, BlackBerry, or iPhone.  If you don’t own any of these how do you get your prescriptions refilled?

Additional Entry Options

2. Follow my blog or if you are already following – tell me who you are. (1 entry)
3. Blog about this, or post to your FaceBook linking back to me or email 5 friends about this giveaway copying me on the email. (10 entries)
4. Follow me on twitter @lisasamples and tweet this contest leaving me a link. (1 entry per tweet/2 tweets per day) Please leave time between tweets. (You can use the RT button above.)
5. Subscribe to my email feed. (2 entries)
6. Favorite me on technorati, digg, or stumble leaving link. (2 entries per fav – see easy social bookmarking icons below this post)
7. Leave a comment on another NON-GIVEAWAY post on my personal blog Life with Lisa. (1 entry per comment)
8. Add my button to your site and give me the link where you installed it – see sidebar for code. (2 entries)
9. Enter this giveaway on a giveaway LINKY or site. (1 entry per)
10. Become a Life with Lisa Facebook fan and tell me who you are! (2 entries)

Disclosure:  I was compensated for sharing information with you in regards to Walgreens new Refills by Scan either monetarily or by free product.  This giveaway is open to US residents only, 18+.  Winners will be determined by ‘And the Winner is…’  Entries will be accepted up to 11:59pm EST on May 27, 2011.  Winner will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification.
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Celebrate Easter with Hershey Chocolate Giveaway

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Lisa

It’s almost time to celebrate Easter again – and what better time to win some Hershey chocolate?  These are the Easter baskets we made last year.  Want some ideas for this year?  Hershey may have outdone the Easter Bunny himself with these suggestions. You should check out this ultimate wreath created with Hershey’s Solid Milk Chocolate Eggs.   If you are more creative you can make an edible flower bouquet equipped with multiple treats available for sharing for your table centerpiece.   If these ideas of are interest check out www.CelebrateWithHersheys.com.

It is almost impossible to write a review about Hershey brand because I don’t know a person who hasn’t had Hershey’s.  It is a staple in every Easter basket.  My son’s favorite were the Reece’s Pieces Pastel Eggs, my husband enjoyed the Cadurby Creme Eggs, and I got the Robin Eggs in the cute carrot shaped bunny.  We all shared the Kisses!

Would you like some Hershey’s for your Easter celebration?

Giveaway

The mandatory entry is to visit the sponsors site and share with me what you liked most. (PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH ENTRY)

Additional entries can be earned by (please leave separate comments):

2. Follow my blog or if you are already following – tell me who you are. (1 entry)

3. Blog about this, or post to your FaceBook linking back to me or email 5 friends about this giveaway copying me on the email. (10 entries)

4. Follow me on twitter @lisasamples and tweet this contest leaving me a link. (1 entry per tweet/2 tweets per day) Please leave time between tweets. (You can use the RT button above.)

5. Subscribe to my email feed. (2 entries)

6. Connect via Facebook with my blog Life with Lisa. (1 entry each)

7. Favorite me on technorati, digg, or stumble leaving link. (2 entries per fav – see easy social bookmarking icons below this post)

8. Leave a comment on another post on my personal blog Life with Lisa. (1 entry per comment)

9. Enter this giveaway on a giveaway LINKY or site. (1 entry per)

Disclosure: Hershey reached out to me to try some candy and provided it to me for review. The giveaway will end April 15th at 11:59pm EST and winner will be chosen by “And the winner is” and must reply to notification within 24 hours of receiving email.

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Get Fuller Eyelashes – Grow Your Lashes With EnvyDerm #Giveaway

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Lisa

What’s the secret to fuller lashes?

Retail Cost:  $99.95

It never fails.  The men get beautiful, healthy long lashes in my family and I’m cursed with short, straight and some times non-existent eyelashes.  I have my mother to thank for that.  I remember growing up watching her apply fake lashes each morning as part of her routine.  For whatever reason I have never had the discipline and because of that have always had “blah” eyes.  For the past two weeks I have been using EnvyDerm to see if I can fix my lash problem.

What is EnvyDerm?

EnvyDerm is a groundbreaking, new nonprescription formula eyelash growth serum.  The active (natural) ingredients include bioavailable lipo-oligopeptides that stimulate keratin genes.  The SymPeptide technology lengthens and strengthens natural lashes.  It also contains vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to moisturize and nourish lashes and brows.  Honestly, I have no idea what lipo-oligopeptides or SymPeptide technology is, but I do know that for me personally I have had no problem using this for the past couple weeks.

How is EnvyDerm used?

EnvyDerm is applied each night before bedtime to the root of your top and bottom lashes with s soft bristled applicator.  The product itself is clear and applied much like liquid eyeliner.  My personal experience with the product has been fine, although when I accidentally got it in my eye it did sting a little but went away with a couple blinks of the eye and caused no damage.

When can I expect to see results?

According to the chart below the lash line becomes thicker in as little as two weeks.  I missed application 4 nights this week but by next week I should see some changes.  According to the manufacturer users saw a 25 percent increase in length during this period as well.


Where can I buy EnvyDerm?

You can purchase EnvyDerm from Amazon.com, EnvyDerm.com, Drugstore.com, and Overstock.com.  However, you can win one Envyderm product with a retail value of: $99.95 right here!

~*~ Giveaway ~*~

Want to win an EnvyDerm product valued at $99.95?  The mandatory entry is to visit the sponsors site and share something you learned from reading about the product. (PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH ENTRY)

Additional entries can be earned by (please leave separate comments):

2. Follow my blog or if you are already following – tell me who you are. (1 entry)

3. Blog about this, or post to your FaceBook linking back to me or email 5 friends about this giveaway copying me on the email. (10 entries)

4. Follow me on twitter @lisasamples and our sponsor @envyderm tweet this contest leaving me a link. (1 entry per tweet/2 tweets per day) Please leave time between tweets. (You can use the RT button above.)

5. Subscribe to my email feed. (2 entries)

6. Connect via Facebook with my blog Life with Lisa and our sponsor EnvyDerm. (1 entry each)

7. Favorite me on technorati, digg, or stumble leaving link. (2 entries per fav – see easy social bookmarking icons below this post)

8. Leave a comment on another post on my personal blog Life with Lisa. (1 entry per comment)

9. Enter this giveaway on a giveaway LINKY or site. (1 entry per)

Disclosure: EnvyDerm reached out to me to try this beauty product and provided it to me for review. The giveaway will end April 15th at 11:59pm EST and winner will be chosen by “And the winner is” and must reply to notification within 24 hours of receiving email.

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