Sunday, November 30, 2014

Netflix, Friends, Family, & being Thankful


Being thankful in our family is a huge deal, God is a big part of our life and being able to see a new Veggie Tales movie is just what we needed. Veggie Tales in the House streams November 26th. I apologize for being so very late with this post but I have been battling being sick on and off all month. Right now the antibiotics that seemed to be working seem to be making me sick in a whole new way, if I am not better soon another trip to see the Dr. will be needed.  Even with being sick there isn't a day that goes by that I am not thankful for the time I have with my friends and family. 

Below you can see what  you can do for a craft with your children to go with the Veggie Tale Theme.

 Check out how to make your own veggie stamps here.

A nice veggie treat recipe is below.

Cucumber Rolls with Veggie (Tales) Cream Cheese  
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup roughly chopped roasted red peppers
  • ¼ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 6 baby carrots or 1 small carrot
  • 1 stalk celery
  • Pinch salt and pepper
  • 1 (8-ounce) package regular cream cheese or reduced-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
  • A few cucumbers, either English cucumbers or medium garden cucumbers
Instructions
  1. In the bowl of a food processor, add all the vegetables plus salt and pepper. Pulse until the vegetables are finely chopped, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the cream cheese into the food processor, and continue to blend until cream cheese is incorporated with the vegetables, scraping down the sides of the bowl if needed.
  2. Now for the cucumbers: There are two ways to achieve cucumber slices. You can use a mandolin to make the thin, lengthwise cucumber strands. Or, you can do as I did and use a vegetable peeler to also make lengthwise strands. With either one, you want to stop once you reach the seeds of a cucumber, switching to use the other side of it. (Save any remaining cucumber parts to toss into a future salad.)
  3. Then, place 1 or 2 cucumber strips on a cutting board (2 cucumber strips on top of each other allow for a sturdier vessel). Spread a thin layer of the veggie cream cheese down the cucumber strip. Starting on the smaller end of the cucumber, roll it up. Continue with remaining cucumber strips, making as many rolls as needed. Note: There will be leftover veggie cream cheese—all the better to slather on things like bagels, crackers, cherry tomatoes, and more.

Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber are the perfect pairing. Did you know though that Netflix has a ton of other shows that offer perfect pairs? Check out the list below which also includes Veggie Tales in the House!

20 Dynamic Duos Available on Netflix

Little Kids NetflixFor the Little Kids
1. Bob and Larry: VeggieTales in the House
2. Bert and Ernie: Sesame Street: Elmo and Friends
3. Bo and Dezzy: Bo on the Go!
4. Justin and Olive: Justin Time
5. Tod and Copper: The Fox and the Hound 2
6. Clifford and Elizabeth: Clifford
Little Kids NetflixFor the Big Kids
1. Phineas and Ferb
2. Shaggy and Scooby: Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated
3. Vada and Thomas: My Girl
4. Martin and Chris: Wild Kratts
5. Finn and Jake: Adventure Time
6. Mario and Luigi: The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!
7. Charlotte and Wilbur: Charlotte’s Web
Little Kids NetflixFor Mom and Dad
1. Rory and Lorelai: Gilmore Girls
2. Schmidt and Nick: New Girl
3. Ted and Barney: How I Met Your Mother
4. Liz and Jack: 30 Rock
5. Walter and Jesse: Breaking Bad
6. Mulder and Scully: The X-Files
7. Wayne and Garth: Wayne's World
Here in Marksville we enjoy our own medley of family favorites this month such as Dutch, Funny Farm, and new to us Free Birds. Of course Christmas is right around the corner so we have been watching plenty of movies to get into the spirit such as, Christmas with the Kranks, Heart of Christmas, Frosty the Snowman...etc.
To do with the friend theme I would like to add The Baby Sitters Club, Beaches, Steel Magnolias, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion, Stand by Me, as well as Now and Then.
Some of our favorite finds this month were Season 2 of WolfBlood, as well as watching Deep Space Nine. Our family is diverse in what we watch but we always have time for movie night which can happen at the drop of a hat, and since I have been sick the girls and I have had plenty of downtime to do just that. 


Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe is a part of Netflix Stream Team receiving free streaming service and other gifts through out the year in exchange for us blogging about Netflix and Netflix streaming services.

Insta Natural Niacinamide Vitamin B3 Moisturizer Review



Product Description

The Niacinamide Vitamin B3 Moisturizer is a hydrates and plumps the skin. This is a rich and heavy moisturizer (not to be confused with our Vitamin B3 Serum), but it also dries fast and can be used in conjunction with the Niacinamide serum to diminish redness and inflammation, as well as reduce the appearance of scar, acne and hyperpigmentation. Our formula also contains Vitamin C that works synergistically to minimize damage from environment factors and promote ongoing skin health and rejuvenation, so you can attain a radiant, youthful glow.

Key Ingredients:
+ 5% Niacinamide
+ Vitamin C
+ Matrixyl 3000
+ Rosehip Oil




MarksvilleandMe reviews Insta Natural Niacinamide Vitamin B3 Moisturizer

Insta Natural Niacinamide Vitamin B3 Moisturizer comes in a small pump top bottle and is used after cleansing, toning, and using serums. It is applied with a upward motion and left to absorb into the skin. Can be used both night and day. 

I have done many reviews for the Insta Natural line and have enjoyed getting to know their company. I still have more coming, and hope to work with this company for a while. I have learned about different facial products out there, many I didn't even know existed. People need to know that they don't have to always get a face lift or plastic surgery, there are other options, with insta natural products being one of them.

You can purchase Insta Natural Niacinamide Vitamin B3 Moisturizer on Amazon.

You can read my review for a few other Insta Natural products here.
You can find out more about Insta Natural and their products on:
Website
#InstaNatural
#niacinamide

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.

FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream [Natural & Organic]Review




Product Description

The complete anti-aging and eye care solution. Scientifically formulated to effectively address all anti-aging and eye care concerns. This includes dark circles, puffiness, fine lines and wrinkles. Proven to lessen swelling, add luminosity and smooth wrinkles under eyes. Unmatched in premium natural ingredients. Our customers rave about how quickly they've seen results!

Key Ingredients include:
+ Vitamin C & E
+ Green Tea
+ MSM
+ CoQ10
+ Grapeseed Oil
+ Tamanu Oil


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MarksvilleandMe reviews FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream

FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream comes in a tiny pump bottle. You use FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream by taking a very small amount of the white cream and dotting it around your eye area, then smoothing it in until it is absorbed. Remember a little goes a long way. You can use this twice a day. 

The FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream made my eyes look more awake and youthful which is nice for those days when you haven't had much sleep. I love that the FoxBrim line is easy to use as well as being made in the U.S.A. 

You can purchase FoxBrim Youthful Radiance Eye Cream on Amazon.

You can read my review of  Foxbrim Vitamin C Lotion here.
You can find our more about Foxbrim on:
#foxbrim

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact as at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.

FoxBrim Ultra Lift Treatment [Advanced Anti-Aging Treatment] Review



Product Description

Foxbrim's Ultra Lift Treatment Gives Your Skin More. Effectively Address All The Visible Signs of Aging In A Single Step. Transform Your Skin Routine. Don't Settle When You Can Enjoy The Full Benefits Of A Revolutionary Advanced Formula. 

Key Ingredients include:
- CoQ10
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Panthenol (Vitamin B5)
- Retinol (0.5%)
- Peptides
MarksvilleandMe reviews FoxBrim Ultra Lift Treatment

The FoxBrim Ultra Lift Treatment come in a small round pump bottle. The cream is white, thick, unscented, but goes on easily. The directions say to put this on your face daily to restore softer, smoother skin. 

When I use FoxBrim Ultra Lift Treatment I can feel my face instantly feel a little tighter, as if it is being lifted, it is amazing. As with many of Foxbrim's products a little goes a long way. One pump does my whole face. The ingredient list is huge but this product is not tested on animals and is made in the U.S.A. 
You can buy FoxBrim Ultra Lift Treatment on Amazon.

You can read my review for Foxbrim's Natural Refresh Toner here.

You can find our more about Foxbrim on:
#foxbrim

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.

Display-Sheet Makeup Bag Review


Product Description

his drawstring bag with display sheet makes it easy to find what you're looking for. Open the bag, pull out the loose end of the display sheet, and pour the bag's contents onto it so you can look through them. When you've found what you need, just lift the display sheet and slide the rest of the items back into the bag! 

Sleek, durable nylon fabric makes this a great storage device for any range of small items that might be otherwise difficult to organize!




MarksvilleandMe reviews Display-Sheet Makeup Bag

The Display-Sheet Makeup Bag I have is black and so easy to use. My Display-Sheet Makeup Bag is used for inside my purse so that I can easily find what I am looking for when I want to put on hand cream, lip gloss, or find my nail file. The Display-Sheet Makeup Bag holds many small items and has so many uses. 

The Display-Sheet Makeup Bag if made bigger could be used to tote around Polly pockets, small cars, hair accessories, or a small amount of building blocks to keep a child busy during a Dr. visit, church service, or anywhere you need to occupy your child while waiting. 

This bag comes in a few sizes and colors but I would like them to be made in a few extra colors and sizes.I have washed my bag in a laundry bag and hung to dry it came out spic and  clean. What I love most about the Display-Sheet Makeup Bag is that it is another product made right here in the USA. If you have a fashion diva that you are looking for a gift for this might be what you are looking for.

You can purchase the here.

You can find out more about Display Bags on:
 #displaysheetbag

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.

Brillante Globe 11 Watt S14 Bulbs Pack of 20 Review



Product Description

11 Watt S14 Sign Style Bulbs for String Lights, Lamps or Vintage Signs - Pack of 20

These replacement lights bulbs use the standard E26 / E27 socket but are generally used for commercial, heavy duty string lights (cafes, weddings etc) or for vintage signs.



MarksvilleandMe reviews Brillante Globe 11 Watt S14 Bulbs 

The Brillante Globe 11 Watt S14 Bulbs Pack of 20 bulbs were a lot better then I thought they would be, I also didn't see that I was getting 20 of them, so that was a big surprise. We didn't use these for string lights or a sign, ours were used for our vanity in the bathroom and have made the bathroom look much brighter then it has in the past.

I am very pleased with the  Brillante Globe 11 Watt S14 Bulbs Pack of 20 so much in fact that the next time we are looking for vanity lights these will be the first we look for.

You can purchase the Brillante Globe 11 Watt S14 Bulbs Pack of 20 on Amazon.

You can find out more about Brillante Globe on:
#brillantelights

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless,  MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.

Friday, November 28, 2014

Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway


Welcome to the 2014 Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway! This event is hosted by Dixieland Reviews and Co-Hosted by Mom 'N Daughter Savings, Ottawa Mommy Club, Finger Click Saver, Susie Q-Pons and Giveaways & Michigan Saving and More and is sponsored by the various companies. There will be a total of 19 Winners! To see a list of winners at the end of this contest, just click here. This event is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada who are 18+. Void where prohibited by law. Winners will be notified via email and will have 24 hours to respond. If no response is received, winner forfeits the prize and a new winner will be chosen. We are not responsible for late or misdirected email or email ending up in your spam folder. Please add Marie@dixielandsdeals.com to your safe list so the email will reach you if you win. This event will begin at 11:59 pm eastern standard time on November 28th, 2014 and end at 11:59 pm eastern standard time on December 8th, 2014. All entries from all tools will be combined and then ran through Random.org to ensure a fair draw. Chances of winning varies depending on number of entries received. Approximate retail value of all prizes is $4440. Participating Bloggers are not responsible for shipment of prizes. Prizes:
(1) Mantry Gift Package -arv $75- from Mantry.- 1 Winner- And don't miss their incredible Black Friday Deal!! But the deal is only good on November 28th!
(1) HP Stream 7 Tablet arv: $99.99 Blogger Sponsored Prize -1 Winner!
 
(1) Click 'n Dig F6 Smart RF Item Finder-arv: $67.95 from Click 'n Dig- 1 Winner!
(1) Coach Embossed Horse & Carriage Handbag -arv-$475- from Just Ideas with Venus Kem -1 Winner
(1) Keurig 2.0 Coffee Maker K550 Bundle arv $249.99- from Keurig - 1 Winner - Save 20% + Free Shipping on Black Friday Only! Use Code: BLACKFRIDAY
(1) Black & Decker 4 Speed Digital Blender arv: $49.99- from Black & Decker  1- Winner
(1) Black & Decker Extra wide Convection Toaster Oven arv $59.99 from Black & Decker  1 Winner
(1) $350 Visa Gift Card arv $350 from Our World Travel - 1 Winner
(1) XBox One arv $349 from Our World Travel -1 Winner
(1) Absolutely GORGEOUS Butterfly necklace- arv $15 from Joyful Gifts by Julie - 1 Winner
(1) Samsung Galaxy S 5 arv: $649 - from Samsung - 1 Winner
(1) $500 Visa Gift Card arv $500 - from Our World Travel -1 Winner
(5) $100 Visa Gift Cards -arv $100 each-from Just Ideas with Venus Kem 5 Winners

Even though our family is pretty much ready for Christmas at this point, there is always something else on someone's list we can buy for. This is the first time in a long time that we will finish Christmas shopping before December. MarksvilleandMe wishes everyone who enters Good Luck!

Grand Prize!!! (1)- ONE lucky winner will win a $1000 shopping spree with a $1000 Visa Gift Card courtesy of Our World Travel, where you can earn cash back every time you book travel!- 1 Winner Entry is simple, just follow the instructions on the Giveaway Tool below.  Entries from this Giveaway Tool and the Follow Pages will be combined and ran through Random.org to ensure a fair draw. All winning entries will be verified. When you Visit a Facebook Page, please take a moment to "Like" the page.   Good Luck!!

Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale Review




Product Description

Accurate Measurements: Four high quality strain gauge sensors and high precision electronics ensure trustworthy measurements every time.
Easy-to-Read Display: An extra-large LCD (3.25") with large numbers and a bright blue backlight make this an easy to read screen in any lighting condition
Health Metric Analysis: Measure weight, Body Mass Index, plus 4 health indicators: lean mass, body fat, water weight, and bone mass.
Optional Smart Phone Tracking: Sync measurements automatically to your smartphone using Bluetooth Smart Technology (see compatibility chart for more info).




MarksvilleandMe reviews Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale

The Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale includes everything above to get you started on a healthier life. Our favorite part of the Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale is that it weighs up to 400 lbs, has a large base, and display. No more squinting to see what the number is, or trying to stand uncomfortably to get your weight. 

Most of our family is on the larger size so it is always nice to see companies like Become Gurus caring not only for those who are already fit but also for those are trying to become fit. Smart scales seem to be here to stay, and linking up has never been easier, a few clicks and you can update your weight, BMI, Body Fat, Muscle Mass, Body Water, and Bone Mass right on your smart device or Apple device. 

The Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale works with our iPods, Ipad mini, and smart phone. The Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale also comes with a free weight Gurus App for iOS and Android to track your progress, monitor trends, and backs up your data so you have it available when you need it.

You can purchase Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale on Amazon.

You can find out more about Weight Gurus on 
#greatergoods

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to take a look at a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.


Bluehost Hosting for Bloggers Review



Product Description

Bluehost is a web hosting company that is a great choice for bloggers. We've been recommended by WordPress.org since 2005 and provide one-click Wordpress installation as well as our new drag-and-drop feature with Weebly. We provide cost effective Shared, VPS, Dedicated, and WordPress Managed hosting. There are different plans available to fit every budget and come with a free domain registration. Our anytime money-back guarantee makes us a smart and risk-free choice for starting your new blog. 

MarksvilleandMe takes a look at Bluehost Hosting for Bloggers
 

Bluehost Hosting for Bloggers is great for those who are just starting out blogging or for those who want lots of support. I am cheap I won't lie I don't want to pay for a service I can get for free or near free every month and have support from my husband who knows his way around computers pretty well.

Right now through my links you can get bluehost for half the price sale ends Monday.*prices subject to change.


If you want peace of mind and lots of support then bluehost is what you want. No better time to try it out either.

You can find out more about Bluehost here and here.
or on:
#BHblogger

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. If you would like MarksvilleandMe to take a look at a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.