Tuesday, May 15, 2018

True Citrus - Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be True Sweepstakes





The #HealthyHappyTrue Sweepstakes was created by True Citrus to celebrate how people live their healthiest, happiest and truest life possible.

Entering provides the chance to win a grand prize including a $10,000 cash prize, a Vitamix Professional Series Blender ($600 value), Fitbit watch ($200 value), a True Lemon thermal water bottle and a sampling of all True Citrus products. 

MarksvilleandMe would like to wish all those who enter
Good Luck!



 https://www.truelemon.com/be-healthy-be-happy-be-true-sweepstakes/
Sweepstakes ends June 15, 2018

Plus my readers can Save 40% on their order at www.truelemonstore.com by entering the code TRUEFAMILY40US at checkout.


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Monday, May 14, 2018

Kitchen Cleaning with affresh



One of the very best things about being a blogger is getting to try all sorts of products. I get to try out products from companies like affresh through Crowdtap, then tell my readers all about the products. I have tried out a few of the products from affresh before and have continued to use them because they work so well. 

This time I was able to try out the affresh Machine Cleaning Wipes, affresh Stainless Steel Cleaning Spray, and affresh Cooktop Cleaning Wipes. To be honest I was most excited about the affresh Machine Cleaning wipes because I know from experience that cleaning out your front loading washer and keeping it smelling clean can be a problem if you don't stay on top of it.

As a buy mom this tends to happen. Before affresh Machine Cleaning wipes we would use a rag or dirty washcloth to clean out the gunk that was on, under, and around the seals. We were afraid to do damage so we never tried any cleaners, so even though we wiped it clean the smell was still present. Well that was before affresh. Now my seals are clean and smell literally a whole load better. 


Next I was about to try out the affresh Cooktop Cleaning wipes which worked out really well. Before you go judging my stove was in storage for a year and a half and had not been cleaned before going into storage. When we first brought it to our new home, my husband and son thought we should just throw it out. 


I am a more of a fixer, reuse it before you through it out kind of person so I talked my husband into helping me clean it up. A little oven cleaner made the inside look like new while some scrubbing and wiping cleaned up the outside. The cooktop on the other hand is where most of  the damage was done due to people who were helping us placing things on top of the stove and then others pulling or pushing said things around on top of stove. Well here is it on a normal day after using stove. Then after using the affresh Cleaning wipes. Not awesome but better then it was. For a old stove it looks pretty good and work perfectly. 


Last but not least was the affresh Stainless Steel Cleaning Spray which was my second favorite of the samples sent to me. Awesome before and afters of my toaster below. I love that the spray does not drip, or run while trying to clean surfaces. Really good when you are just trying to clean up where everyone's fingerprints are. No more chasing the line of running product and then having to clean the whole surface so it looks good. Love this product. 


All in all these products passed our testing and will become apart of our cleaners to keep our kitchen looking clean and shiny for years to come.



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Friday, May 11, 2018

MEMORIAL DAY OUTDOOR GAMES FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS


Bring the fun to your backyard this Memorial Day weekend with yard games for all ages. While you’re grilling up hotdogs and hamburgers, friends and family will be striking up friendly competition – and an appetite.
Here are a few of our favorite backyard games.

I have seen my family play this at our 4th of July parties but have never really played myself.

Wild Gate Sports Stars and Stripes Cornhole Tailgate Toss
You can’t beat a classic! Not only is cornhole a universally appealing game, it’s also easy to teach new or young players – less time teaching, more time playing. Plus, this set features a stars and stripes design that is perfect for your Memorial Day cookout and other events all summer long. Pull it out again later in the summer for the Fourth of July!
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Croquet was one of my biggest summer activities with my father, every now and then we even got my mother out to play with us. This is a game I would teach all of my friends how to play when they come over. It is time to buy a set and teach my own children how much fun this game is.

Baden Champions Series Croquet Sets
A croquet set is a summertime staple for backyards large and small. Designed for 2-6 players, we especially like how this set features hardwood mallets with soft rubber grips for comfort. It even comes with a complete croquet rulebook, perfect for new players or rusty ones.
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This is another game I would like to add to our outside games. Again I have seen my family play this at parties but have never played myself.

AGame 2017 Classic Ladderball Game 
If you’re looking for a new backyard challenge, this ladderball game fits the bill. Friends and family will appreciate the easy learning curve to this game, but the extra skill involved to getting the golf tosses around the ladders.
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Keep kids occupied and active this summer with this selection of our favorite backyard games from DICK’S Sporting Goods. Until 7/29, buy one game and get the second for 50% off. No code needed.

Poleish Sports Bottle Bash Game 
This unique game will put your kids’ skills to the test. Filled with competitive fun and excitement that the whole family can enjoy, Bottle Bash combines the games of disc golf and horseshoes with a few new twists.
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MashBall Game Set
This game set offers competitive fun in the backyard, the park, or the beach. Create two teams of two and take turns throwing the ball into the holes. The first team to get to all 10 holes win.
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This is another of our favorite beach and backyard games.

OrgoSport OGODISK-XS Game Set
From pool parties to backyard fun, this game set combines all of your child’s favorite games into one. Safe and fun to use, it’s perfect for playing disc golf, catch, baseball, or badminton. Kids can play in teams or individually.
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HOSTING ESSENTIALS FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND


Memorial Day weekend is often filled with family and friends gathering together for good food and good times. If you’re planning a Memorial Day backyard BBQ, be sure you have a few essentials on hand to make it a weekend to remember.
Here are a few of our favorite hosting essentials.

Martha Stewart Wood 4-Pc Grilling Set 
If your grilling tools are looking more ‘tired and tarnished’ than ‘tried and true,’ it may be time for an upgrade. This four-piece wood grilling set features everything a grill master could need: a two-pronged fork, a basting brush, a spatula, and tongs, all with a classic rosewood handle and stainless steel finish.
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Ribbed Glass 2-Gallon Beverage Dispenser with Stand 
This beverage dispenser is sure to be a real crowd pleaser from Memorial Day and beyond. The large 2-gallon clear glass container holds enough liquid to last a couple of hours depending on your number of guests, so you can do more celebrating and less of worrying about beverage duty.
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Stars and Stripes Burlap Banner
Add some patriotic decor to your Memorial Day BBQ with this handmade banner. Its burlap material adds an authentic feel to your gathering. Grab several and string them across your deck or fence for the perfect party touch.
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Saturday, May 5, 2018

Making Camping more comfortable




Recently I was getting my daughter ready for summer sleep overs and camp and she asked for a pillow. Not wanting to send a pillow from home, you just never know what you can catch. I did some research and found this one by Cobiz that blows up easily, with a washable cover, including case.

I am so glad I found it. It is covered with a super soft cover. What you want to do when you get it is take it out of bag unroll, open back of pillow, open valve and it literally takes 3-5 breaths to fill. I was super surprised. After close valve cover pillow and you are ready to go.

When you are done all you do is open valve and push button while rolling from bottom to valve to release all air then store back in bag. Really easy even for children to do on their own.

As you can see my daughter wanted to try it out right away, and she fell fast asleep. She even has her friends use this when they spend the night if they don't bring their own. Great for car rides, planes, travel, sleep overs, and camping.

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