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Thursday, May 02, 2013

Protecting Our Golden Retriever from Fleas and Ticks

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Vectra flea & tick control for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I was so pleased to be invited to write about Vectra Flea and Tick control products for dogs because we have used this product first hand.

We acquired our first family pet 18 months ago and have always used Vectra to ward off fleas and ticks. She's only had 2 ticks her entire life and one of them fell off dead! I found it on her ear and she must have just picked it up a few hours before... when we were walking through some brush. I pulled back her hair to move it back and forth... trying to examine how attached it was. The sucker fell off in my hand. This wasn't a fat tick. It was a small ready to feed tick that I imagine got more than it bargained for when it bit into our canine.

I don't know if these results are typical, but that experience gave me a lot of confidence in Vectra. What's more, I've never found fleas on her, or in our home. You too can try Vectra, which is available at your local veternarian. Enter to win a free dose of Vectra flea & tick control and a $100 credit towards your next veternarian visit by visiting the Vectra Facebook giveaway page!

Vectra is quick and easy to apply and the instructions couldn't be more simple to follow. We usually give our girl a bath each month, then apply the Vectra 5 days later. This allows the natural oils in her skin to replenish before applying each month, which seems to the way to get the best results. If she gets wet in between applications, the Vectra is good. I don't know that I'd scrub your dog down after applying though... but if he or she takes a walk in the rain, there shouldn't be any problems. At least we've not encountered any!

So, once you've entered to win your free dose of Vectra and the $100 certificate, be sure you're following Vectra on Twitter @VectraPet. Entering the giveaway requires you "like" Vectra on Facebook. Following Vectra on social media will keep you in the know on all the lasted specials, incentives, and news.

Be sure you don't use Vectra for dogs on cats! There is a special formula exclusive to felines. The canine formula/dose can make your kitty very ill.

What types of flea and trick treatments have you tried? Share your experiences and your thoughts about Vectra!

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Friday, January 18, 2013

Affordable Style with No nonsense Corduroy Leggings

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of No nonsense for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Hello my friends! Have you noticed the new line of No nonsense tights and leggings in your local drug, grocery or retail store? They're affordable and VERY comfortable! I especially love my new corduroy leggings which are available in a variety of colors (with or without back pockets) and can be dressed up with the right clothing or worn casually. Let me tell you... it's been a real pleasure wearing my corduroy leggings around the house. I've even been caught wearing them to bed. lol They're that comfortable. No joke!

Why do I like No nonsense? Simply really... I'm a middle class mom with a middle class budget. I don't have a lot of money to spend on myself, especially on nice clothing. Sad isn't it? Do your kids dress better than you? I'm sure I'm not the only one! It's a real treat to be able to dress nice and thanks to No nonsense I can. Now if only every other part of my wardrobe could come together so easily!

I had some fun tonight creating an outfit I'd love to own. It sure beats the long sleeve t's and blue jeans I wear most the time! I have a handful on nice blouses and 1 pair of slacks, a pair of No nonsense corduroy leggings in black, and a piar of No nonsense black tights. Other than that, it's all blue jeans and t's! I'm just in that season I suppose!

This outfit just looks fun doesn't it? I don't have much of a fashion sense... but I love red and black together. Red is one of my favorite colors. In all honestly though, there are few colors I don't like!

If you're interested in learning more about the new line of No nonsense leggings, be sure to look them up online or look for them at your local drug or grocery store, or mass retailer. You may also want to follow No nonsense on Facebook so you can keep up on all the latest news! Did you know for instance that No nonsense has partnered with Jill Martin? Jill is a big deal in the fashion world. Given this new alliance, I can't wait to see what else No nonsense comes up with!

You can also "like" No nonsense on Twitter at @benononsense.

Now, before you detour from this blog post to learn more about No nonsense be sure to take a look at the following video!

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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

The Rise of Rock Festivals... a Revealing Infographic

Infographic Provided by EquipSupply

Now that you've visually scanned the above infographic, do you appreciate the potential for generating mass revenue at a rock festival? I can't even imagine the market for t-shirts and concessions, or the need for event supplies and concession machines!

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Sunday, January 06, 2013

DIY Foods That You're Gonna Love!

Being able to craft your own foods and beverages will save you money, but it will also give you the satisfaction of knowing that you did it completely on your own. There are a variety of things that you can craft right in your home as long as you have the right supplies.

Wine

Wine making kits make it easy to create your very own wine. Think about your favorite wines and what you like about them most. When you make your own wine, you can combine these characteristics. With a kit, you will have everything you need to get started, including bottles and corks. Just read the instructions, get everything together and you will quickly be on your way to creating your own grape masterpiece.

Soda

You have probably seen those commercials showing small kitchen gadgets that allow you to make your own soda. However, this is really not necessary. You can buy kits that allow you to make your favorite soda. You may put out a few extra bucks initially, but you will quickly recoup this and save big bucks by continuing to make your own soda. You can make it in quantities as large or as small as you would like so this can be a big time saver too.

Bread

There is no need for a breadmaker or a grocery store to keep your bread supply stocked up. What is nice about making your own bread is that you fully control what goes into it. There are recipes for no-knead options, whole wheat and any other type of bread you would like. Traditionally, bread is time consuming to make, but with the options available now, you can create your own DIY bread with little effort and baking ability.

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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Ever Wondered About the History of Weddings?

I'll be honest, I'd never given the topic of wedding history much thought... until I read through the following infographic.

I love sharing infographics... they're perfect for those of us who like to learn, but don't have a lot of time to spare. Take a couple minutes to scan this bit of history and tell me what you learn! What did you read here that you didn't know before?

I bet you'll enjoy skimming through "A Brief History of Weddings" as much as I did!

A Brief History of Weddings | Moissanite.com

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Monday, September 03, 2012

Buffalo Wild Wings, Football, and a Night Out!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Buffalo Wild Wings for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Who in your family LOVES football? In my family, the die hard football fans are my father and brother. My own husband isn't into team sports, but I grew up in a family of football games roaring through our television speakers, on the car radio, along with a whole lot of football talk and excitement. Sometimes (in fact more often than not) an argument or two would arise over a play or whether or not a player should or shouldn't be in the game.

My dad loves the Packers; my brother the Bears. I'm sorta indifferent, but do get excited when my own home team, the Kansas City Chiefs do well.

Where do you go to celebrate the big game with family and friends? Have you tried B-Dubs? Known for their awesome Buffalo Wild Wings and big screen televisions, a great sports bar for you to gather to watch the big game with friends and family!

Protect the football. Get to B-Dubs and give yourself a night off from cooking, enjoy a plate of Buffalo Wild Wings and enjoy the big game the way it was meant to be enjoyed! Free from responsiblities like dishes, food prep, clean up, and on big screen televisions.

Now that football season has arrived, how will your life change? Do you play, watch, maybe both? Do you host parties in your living room? Will you meet at B-Dubs? Tell me!

Who is your favorite team and how do you think they'll do this year? Share your thoughts and tell me whether or not you've ever been to B-Dubs!

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Saturday, August 04, 2012

Back to School Sale 15% + BOGO at Famous Footwear!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Famous Footwear for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I started shopping at Famous Footwear 2 years ago when I landed my first job outside the home, in 8 years. I was so excited! I wanted style, comfort, and fashion without paying an arm and a leg and found the idea of shoppin in a store that only sold shoes sounded like a quick and painless proposition.

That August I bought 2 pairs of Sketchers for around $60. One pair for work, one pair for anywhere else my feet took me! I didn't find a BOGO sale that time around, but did find affordable shoes and a free rewards program that sent me coupons throughout the year! Pretty sweet.

If you find yourself in the postion of needing to buy shoes for work, or school, you're likely looking right now! Be sure to not overlook the simplicity of shopping in a store dedicated to selling shoes! It's usually not crowded and you'll be in and out in no time. What's more, here you'll find a BOGO + 15% off Famous Footwear Coupon which will save you all kinds of money! Be sure to visit the link NOW, print the coupon and save between August 2nd and August 18th!

I need to buy a new pair of shoes for work. Start back in just a few days... one of the joys of working for the school district is summer's off! I also need to buy my daughter a pair of tennis shoes, so this coupon couldn't come at a better time!

While you're at Famous Footware ask about Rewards program where you'll earn 1 point for every $1 you spend, up to $100, plus you'll receive special discounts and other program benefits!

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My Experience with Vipre Antivirus

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of GFI for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
Up until a couple weeks ago I was completely unfamiliar with Vipre, only having had experience with Norton, McAffee and Microsoft Security Essentials. All 4 programs gave me some degree of confidence that my pc was protected from harm.

I'm no expert on antivirus protection! I need to be very clear on that point. If anyone were to ask me to recommend a program, I would probably start with price, then go with experience. Beyond that, I'd have very little to offer in terms of product recommendation.

Having said that, Vipre offered something the competitors I've used in the past didn't. That being a very clear detail of what is on my pc, and it's level of threat. It even picks up cookies and tells me whether they're a low risk level. Thankfully, that's the only think Vipre has picked up on my pc to date.