Monday 30 May 2016

NCircle Entertainment Lily's Driftwood Bay ~ #Review #Giveaway

Lily is so cute and has a great imagination.  Lily has many adventures just from treasures which wash up on shore.  I just love hearing Lily and her friends Irish accents.  It uses a different animation like paper cut outs.  Lily's friends are items that are washed up on to shore.  She would piece them together and imagine them on a grand fun adventure.  Each episode is about 7 mins long and in each one Lily discovers something new that washes ashore, which she calls "sea treasure" and then her imagination runs wild.

NCircle Entertainment Lily's Driftwood Bay ~ #Review #Giveaway


Giveaway Ending May 29, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the Universal Stone giveaway is

Anna K

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My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Alba Botanica Sunscreen, June 24, CAN

Vichy Three New Products, June 23, CAN

Vichy Sunscreen, June 15, CAN

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, June 11, CAN/US

NCircle Thomas Edison Secret Lab, June 5, CAN/US

Emjoi Micro Pedi, June 8, CAN

Mondor, June 2, CAN  <--ENDING 

Thursday 26 May 2016

Giveaway Ending May 24, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the Joe Fresh Cosmetics giveaway is

Elaing8


The winner to the Live Clean Vitamin Multi Boost giveaway is

Kim K


Congrats!
Please check your emails
Thanks for entering everyone.

My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Alba Botanica Sunscreen, June 24, CAN

Vichy Three New Products, June 23, CAN

Vichy Sunscreen, June 15, CAN

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, June 11, CAN/US

NCircle Thomas Edison Secret Lab, June 5, CAN/US

Emjoi Micro Pedi, June 8, CAN

Mondor, June 2, CAN  <--ENDING 

Alba Botanica Sunscreen ~ #Review #Giveaway

I can't believe Summer is unofficially here and I can't wait to take my daughters to all the festivities that are happening this season.  There are so many things that happen in my city that I hope I can cram in everything I want us to do and make the most of this summer.  Since we will be out most of the time, I have to make sure my daughters and I are well protected from UVA/B.

Alba Botanica Sunscreen ~ #Review #Giveaway

Vichy Three Newest Products you Have to TRY ~ #VichyWorksForMe #Review #Giveaway

Recently Vichy has release three amazing products you have to try this season.  The weather is getting warmer so it is time to put away those heavy winter jackets and sweaters.  Lately I have been applying sunscreen on my daughters, now that they will be spending more time under the sun.
Vichy Three Newest Products you Have to TRY ~ #VichyWorksForMe #Review #Giveaway


Wednesday 25 May 2016

Having Fun in the Sun With Coppertone Clearly Sheer ~ #Review

The more the merrier - that is what I like to say.  Did you know most people don't put enough sunscreen on or that we don't put it on often enough.  We should be slapping quite bit on our skin and reapplying every two hours.  If you are in the water, you need to apply more often!  It is also ideal to apply at least 15 mins before heading out so it allows for you skin to absorb the sunscreen.  In the past my daughters has used Coppertone.  Recently I saw them again while I was in my drugstore and did a double take.  Coppertone recently released Clearly Sheer line.


Sunday 22 May 2016

The Body Shop: Oils of Life Intensely Revitalising Sleeping Cream

Check out the newest member of The Body Shop Oils of Life collection: the Intensely Revitalising Sleeping Cream.  The first thing I noticed was the strong spicy scent.  I could smell the combination of the black cumin oil and rosemary leaf oil.  It has a light gel texture and absorbs quickly.




Thursday 19 May 2016

The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Booster Essence Lotion ~ #Review

If you haven't noticed, Essence beauty products are hitting the shelves.  Of course it all started in Korea and they are usually ahead in many beauty innovations.  They are one of the reasons BB creams were introduced in North America.  Essence is not a toner so you don't put it on a cotton pad.  It is like a serum and facial lotion.  It contains all sorts of goodies like vitamins, antioxidants, and natural origin hyaluronic acid.  It's main focus is hydration.  A few drops on your hands and pat it all over you face.  Some essences would give you the tacky feeling but not this The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Booster Essence Lotion.

The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Booster Essence Lotion ~ #Review

Wednesday 18 May 2016

Vichy Sunscreen Must Haves ~ #VichyWorksForMe #Review #Giveaway

Yes, it is that time of the year again.  It is time when I have to slather sunscreen all over my daughters every time we step outside the house.  I usually like to keep one in my purse so I can reapply when we are out.  My oldest daughter has fairer skin so she gets burns so easily.  Vichy sunscreens are one of my favourite brand to use.


Here are a few Vichy sunscreen that I will be using this summer:

Vichy Sunscreen Must Haves ~ #VichyWorksForMe #Review


Giveaway Ending May 17, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the Pound Puppies DVD giveaway is

Sweet P

The winner to the Vichy LIFTACTIV giveaway is

Sherry H.


The winner to the Hallmark cup and saucer giveaway is


Pat B.


The winner to the Dial Soap giveaway is


Erin M.

Congrats!
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My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Vichy Sunscreen, June 15, CAN

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, June 11, CAN/US

NCircle Thomas Edison Secret Lab, June 5, CAN/US

Emjoi Micro Pedi, June 8, CAN

Mondor, June 2, CAN

Live Clean Vitamin Multi Boost, May 24, CAN

Joe Fresh Cosmetics, May 20, CAN  <--ENDING 

Tuesday 17 May 2016

Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid ~ #Review #mnyxmackage

Lipstick, lip balms, and lip glosses are another of my weaknesses.  If I had to leave the house without my makeup on, at least I would have my lipstick on.  I was first introduced to Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid when I was at this year's 2016 Toronto Fashion Week.

Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid #mnyxmackage


Sunday 15 May 2016

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir ~ #Review #Giveaway

Meet the newest superheroes in Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir.  It is a French CGI that was first released in South Korea (Sept 2015), and then France (Oct 2015) , and then the United States (Dec 2015).  It was so successful that it was announced it has signed up for second and third seasons. YEAH!

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir

Thursday 12 May 2016

NCircle Entertainment Thomas Edison's Secret Lab: Rock It to the Moon ~ #Review #Giveaway

In this DVD, you will meet four science nerds - JD, Angie, Nicky, Kent.  In each episode, the kids would have a problem and uses science to help them.  This DVD is both educational and silly.  In one episode I learned the brain has five lobes from Heinrich Kluver and Paul Bucy.  They are famous for being experts on neurology.

NCircle Entertainment Thomas Edison's Secret Lab: Rock It to the Moon


Wednesday 11 May 2016

Must Have: Emjoi Micro Pedi ~ #Review #Giveaway

The weather is slowly starting to get better.  I doubt I would see any more snow.  In a few weeks, I will be wearing sandals.  Never with socks of course.  My heels does not look or feel terrible but it still could be improved.  I got to polish up my heels with Emjoi Micro Pedi to help my feet looking from blah to wow.
Emjoi Micro Pedi safe, at-home, painless alternative to a salon pedicure, giving you beautiful feet in seconds


Tuesday 10 May 2016

KIDS’ CBC Greenlights Wandering Wenda Based on Best-Selling Author MARGARET ATWOOD’S Children's Book THE WIDE WORLD OF WANDERING WENDA

May 10, 2016 - Kids’ CBC today announced that new animated series WANDERING WENDA (26x8) from Breakthrough Entertainment has been greenlit. Inspired by Margaret Atwood’s children’s book The Wide World of Wandering Wenda, the alliterative series follows young Wenda and her two best friends as they embark on magical adventures.Production by Breakthrough Entertainment and PIP Animation began in November 2015 and broadcast is slated for winter 2017.


“I'm delighted that Wenda has wandered her way into the wild world of television and wish her well on her adventures,” said author Margaret Atwood.

“Kids’ CBC is home to an impressive line-up of original children’s programming developed by top-tier talent and storytellers and Margaret Atwood’s Wandering Wenda is a perfect addition to our portfolio,” said Martin Markle, senior director of Children's Content for CBC. “We are excited to welcome Wenda to the Kids’ CBC family.”

Children will be transported into an exhilarating world of action, adventure and alliteration as they follow Wenda and her two best friends, Wu and Wesley Woodchuck on a series of wild, weird and wonderfully exciting adventures. No matter where Wenda wanders, she always finds herself mixed up in the middle of mayhem and when the going gets tough she uses her words. With some quick wordplay, Wenda manages to get out of the trickiest situations. By changing words she is able to shape her adventure and adapt the world around her to help her out of some sticky situations. Each episode will be a whimsical, globe-trotting adventure of sound, word and letter exploration aimed at early readers. Wenda and her friends allow audiences to share as they venture into daring exploits and new travel destinations, and armed with the power of words there is nothing they can’t overcome.

“We’re beyond thrilled to be working with Margaret Atwood on her inspiring children’s stories and cannot imagine a better home for this magical series than Kids’ CBC,” said Joan Lambur, executive vice president, Family Entertainment, Breakthrough Entertainment.

About Kids’ CBCKids' CBC is dedicated to creating fun and inspiring programming that will uplift and enrich Canadian children.  We provide content that promotes child development, while entertaining kids and their parents. Kids' CBC programs are available commercial-free in the morning on CBC Television, online at Kids' CBC 1 and Kids' CBC 2, the free TV for Me streaming app for iPad, and at YouTube.com/KidsCBC. The CBC Parents website extends the Kids' CBC experience by providing parents and caregivers fun crafts, activities and helpful information.

About Breakthrough Entertainment
Headquartered in Toronto, Breakthrough Entertainment Inc. (BEI) is a leading global producer and distributor of acclaimed primetime comedy and drama series, as well as factual entertainment, documentaries, television movies, feature films, family entertainment and children’s animation. As one of Canada’s largest television production and distribution companies, BEI has licensed programs to major broadcasters worldwide.  A vertically-integrated entertainment studio, Breakthrough is involved in worldwide distribution as well as pre-sales, co-productions and third-party acquisitions.  Breakthrough’s digital media division ranks among one of the industry’s most respected producers of high quality digital entertainment including e-books, webisodes and online and mobile games. www.breakthroughentertainment.com. Follow@breakthroughent on Twitter.


Disclaimer - I was not compensated for this post

Monday 9 May 2016

SaltSpring SoapWorks ~ #Review

I love testing out new products and discovering brands.  Over the years I love to attend local trade shows and discover many Canadian brands.  I don't remember how but I happened to discover SaltSpring SoapWorks.  Their main flag ship is located at Saltspring Island in British Columbia.   Their products are handmade with rich organic ingredients.  It is a family-run business started almost 40 years ago.

SaltSpring SoapWorks Lavender Shea butter lotion peppermint cocoa butter foot lotion


Saturday 7 May 2016

Hallmark has Everything You Need for Mother's Day ~ #Review #LoveHallmarkCA

If I were to decide if I wanted a handwritten letter or a typed out one, of course I would like a handwritten one.  When a letter or note is handwritten, it makes it so much personal and special.  I was invited to a Hallmark "Behind the Letter" event.  There was a display full of Mother's Day gift ideas.  There were a few items I would love to have on Mother's Day.  Scattered through the room were lovely Mother's Day hallmark cards.  We were able to pick a few and write to our Mothers, Aunts, or Grandmothers.  Hallmark would kindly send them out for us.

Hallmark has Everything You Need for Mother's Day ~ #Review #LoveHallmarkCA

Thursday 5 May 2016

Mondor has Amazing Leggings and Footwear ~ #Review #Giveaway

It was love at first sight.  Literally.  A while back I was invited to attend Toronto Fashion Week to see Mondor in the spotlight.  I love every piece that was shown on the run way.  I love to wear leggings and it goes with almost anything.  Mondor is a Canadian company located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec.  They specialize in legging for dance, figure stating, and gymnastic.   These leggings are perfect for me that I wear all the time.

Mondor Push Up Leggings


Wednesday 4 May 2016

Hallmark has Star Wars One-of-a-Kind Collectibles ~ #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay #LoveHallmarkCA

Today is Star Wars Day!  May the 4th Be With You.  Hallmark has a growing collection of Star Wars products from greeting cards to BBQ mitts.  My daughter really likes the Star Wars greeting cards.  They are a must for Star Wars fans.  I can't wait to use the BBQ mitt this summer.

Hallmark has Star Wars product ~ #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay #LoveHallmarkCA

Hallmark has Star Wars product ~ #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay #LoveHallmarkCA

*Disclosure - I am apart of Hallmark Press Pause Panel.  The product in this review was provided to me free of cost for the purpose of conducting this review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation. #LoveHallmarkCA



Tuesday 3 May 2016

Giveaway Ending May 2, 2016 ~ #Giveaway Winner

The winner to the ABC Monster DVDs giveaway is

Caroline M.


The winners to the Bella Aura Skincare giveaway are

Zoey J.
Jolie Z.
Gizele F.


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Thanks for entering everyone.

My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Hallmark Mother's Day, May 3, CAN

Live Clean Vitamin Multi Boost, May 24, CAN

Joe Fresh Cosmetics, May 20, CAN

Pound Puppies, May 11, CAN/US  <--ENDING 

Dial, May 17, CAN

Vichy LIFTACTIV 10, May 16, CAN

Monday 2 May 2016

#LoveHallmarkCA Mother's Day Must Haves ~ #Review & #Giveaway

I am so happy that we are having great weather.  I can finally put away my kids winter jackets.  I can't believe Mother's Day is next weekend.  That took me by surprise.  I haven't decided what to do for my mom on Mother's Day.  I usually plan ahead but now I have to figure out quickly.  Check out Hallmark for Mother's Day gift ideas.  They have many great items that any mother would like.

#LovesHallmarkCA Mother's Day Must Haves