Today isn’t the Luau

in , , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Friday, May 16, 2014

That’s what my 5th grade daughter said to me as soon as I picked up the phone rather frantically this morning. I say frantically because I was driving to the school to volunteer at the Luau when her phone call came in.


Seeing it was the school calling at this time of morning makes a Mom’s mind jump into sick or hurt kid mode. But no- it was my sweet daughter saving her over tired Mom from showing up at the wrong event on the wrong day.

After I thanked her and hung up, I started laughing as I turned around to head back home.  I found it quite funny that Mrs. Planner me, Mrs. “I’ve got this handled” me was heading to school to be keep my “appointment” with the 5th grade classes who would need me to guide them in all things crafty at my table from 10 am to 11am. It said so on my planner. 


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A portion of my planning tools

I even had my daughter convinced that it must be a combo event-  a field day and Luau party day because it was on my planner and on the family calendar and since I am very rarely wrong on scheduling and even more rarely miss an appointment, we believed me.

I even had Melissa lug a bag full of Bubbles and drink pouches on the bus with her this morning so they would be there, ready for the parents arriving early to set up for the Luau. 

Except that I was wrong and it’s not Luau day. 

It’s field day.  I didn’t volunteer to help on field day because it’s Friday and I always work on billing etc. for my husband’s business on Friday’s.

So why did I find myself half way to school, still air drying the back of my hair on a Friday morning?

I can come up with several plausible explanations-

  •  I am sleep deprived (says every parent on the planet trying to finish out the school year strong).
  •  I looked at the wrong planner/calendar/notepad/notebook/post it notes. (Which is true, I had the right info on the family calendar.)
  • Melissa thought it was Luau day too.


But in the end, I think this little “Oops” was much needed comic relief. The universes way of saying “Hey Linda, slow down and quit white knuckling yourself to the end of the school year”.  

Message received loud and clear Universe!


I took a look at my planner just now and surprisingly, happily, the only thing I have on my planner for Friday May 23rd is: Our Summer starts!

Whew- I think I’m going to make it after all!


Share with me in comments: Have you ever showed up at an event on the wrong day or time?  And when do your kids get out of school for summer?

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Family Fun Magazine Subscription Giveaway

in , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Thursday, May 15, 2014

With summertime almost here and the kids getting out of school next week, this giveaway sponsored by Purex and Family Fun Magazine comes right on time for me and I'm betting you are going to love it too. As a Purex Insider, I will have a chance to win a gift card for sharing this, however all opinions are my own.



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About the Giveaway:
Ready, set, GO! Summer is right around the corner and what a great way to prepare for all that summer fun than with a subscription to Family Fun Magazine! Enjoy all things fun with a magazine that celebrates families, cooking, vacations, parties, crafts and more.

Fifteen thousand (15,000) grand prize winners will receive a FREE subscription to Family Fun Magazine. Enter to win a subscription for your family to enjoy!
Entering is easy peasy- just use this link and please share it with any family or friends you think would like to win as well. Giveaway ends on May 30 2014 at 3pm PST. 


 Enter Now and Good luck!



Share in comments: What section would you read first if you won this subscription?

  1. Families
  2. Cooking
  3. Vacations
  4. Parties
  5. Crafts


I'd pick crafts!

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Wordless Wednesday- On a Cloudy Day

in , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Wednesday, May 14, 2014

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Purple/Blue puffy clouds



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Fluffy White Clouds





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Yoshi Cloud


We really thought it was going to storm until we saw the Yoshi Cloud. Do you and your family spot "figures" in clouds too?

Happy Hump Day!

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Treat your hair with Arvazallia Pro Products #ad

in , , , , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Thursday, May 08, 2014


I couldn’t be happier to get my first Brand Backer project right before the heat and humidity take hold of the south and wreaks havoc on my hair. I received the Arvazallia products mentioned below free of charge to facilitate this review, however all thoughts are 100% my own.

Have you heard of Arvazallia products? I hadn’t either prior to this, so I’d love to introduce them to you.

Arvazallia Professional Series Argan Oil Hair Treatments are gaining fans because of their ability to instantly transform your hair. If you want soft, silky, more manageable hair- and who among us doesn’t, then this line is for you.

In fact, Arvazallia says they are so confident in the results their customers receive from this line that they offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee  stating “that after using our products your hair will Look, Feel, & Smell Better Than it Ever Has!”

Having a money back guarantee is important to this Mom of a teen and tween daughter who love trying new hair care products.

I gave myself a much needed pampering session the other morning while the house was quite. I applied a small dollop of the Hydrating Argan Oil Mask to my slightly damp hair, brewed myself a cup of tea and read a chapter in my book- completely uninterrupted. That was 7 minutes of bliss! 


About Hydrating Argan Oil Mask: 

Arvazallia


Deeply Conditions, Hydrates, and Moisturizes Hair Giving it a Soft and Silky Texture
Repairs, Restores, and Strengthens weak, damaged, and over-processed hair
Revives Dull and Dry Hair Improving its Manageability and Elasticity and giving it a Beautiful Shine
Nourishes Hair with the Highest Quality Cosmetic Grade Argan Oil Rich in Essential Vitamins and Nutrients 
Protects and Shields Hair from Damage Caused by Heat Styling



My thoughts:


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This mask smells so good! It has very light, pleasant scent that is feminine enough for the ladies to use, but not so much so that you couldn’t give your man or your sons a nice hair treatment.

I really liked how shiny and easy to manage my hair was after I styled it and one of the first things I said when my daughter got home was “feel how soft my hair is!”

My hair is in really good condition, so I will use this mask as a much needed treat after going swimming or being out in the sun all day and share it with my daughters and hubby during those times as well. 


Now the Argan Oil hair treatment on the other hand may become a daily necessity! 


About Premium Argan Oil Hair Treatment:

Arvazallia

 Makes frizzy and difficult hair Soft, Silky, and Easier to Manage

 Awakens dull hair by giving it a Magnificent Shine

 Nourishes, Restores, and Strengthens over-processed, damaged, and brittle hair

 Residue-free oil Absorbs Quickly and Leaves Hair Feeling Light and Smelling Great

 Moisturizes dry scalp and Protects from harmful UV rays

 Heat Protectant that protects your hair from damage caused by hair irons

 Enhances color treatments to ensure an even application



My thoughts:


I found this hair oil aesthetically pleasing from the minute I opened the package. From its lovely color and scent, which is almost perfume quality in its light, feminine, almost beachy scent to its light, quick to absorb feel- Arvazallia gets high marks from me.

But how did it work you ask? Like a dream!

I love this product! My daughters love this product. We will forever buy this affordable product! We tried it on both wet and dry hair. On fine, mid back length hair (mine) on long, below the waist medium thick hair (my teen daughters) and on ultra-thick shoulder length hair (my tween) and none of us experienced oily looking hair. (Yay!)


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See that little dot in the picture? That’s all I used on my hair and my tween's hair. I doubled that amount on my teen’s hair. 
This stuff works to tame frizz, flyways, dry ends and dry scalp all while making our hair smell amazing! I even used the residuals left on my fingertips as a quick brow groomer before heading out the door.



The Takeaway:

We highly recommend the  Arvazallia Professional Series Argan Oil Hair Treatments and invite you to learn more by visiting their website. Or if you want to get your hands on these products right away, head on over to Amazon where you can purchase the Premium Argan oil or the Hydrating mask on sale. *Not my affiliate links*


Here’s to a happy hair day for you! Please share with me in comments: what’s the one hair care product you can’t live without?



Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be a good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

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Sole Provisions $200 Gift Card #Giveaway

in , , , , by Linda A Kinsman, Sunday, May 04, 2014

I don't know about you, but I am thrilled that we've finally turned the calendar to May! There are so many reasons I love May. The weather is perfect, there is something pretty in bloom in every yard and around every bend in the road.
There's plenty of celebrations too. From Mother's Day to school graduation ceremonies, there are many reasons to look your best all the way down to your feet. That's why I am happy to be part of a great group of bloggers hosting this giveaway.



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Sole Provisions is all about comfortable footwear. While they offer thousands of products including footwear from some of the world’s best comfort brands, and they are adding new items every season. So you have something new to look forward to each "shoe shopping season"! Stop by The review to read Dena's Sole Provisions Review on the Vionic Rosario Sandal.

Make sure your looking your best this Spring with some new AND comfortable shoes from Sole Provisions. With thousands of shoes and 26 brands like Fit Flop, Juil and Vionic, I am sure you will find something you love plus your feet will thank you!


The Giveaway:


200 Gift Card Giveaway
Sponsored By Review Wire Media


One reader will receive $200 Sole Provisions Gift Card. See form for Entry Details. Open to U.S. residents. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 5-19-14.

Terms:

Review Wire Media and participating bloggers are not responsible for shipment of prize. Companies and bloggers, if you would like to participate in group giveaway events like this one, sign up to be emailed about future events hosted by Review Wire Media.

All entries will be verified. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. The winner will be chosen randomly through Giveaway Tools and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. One person entering per household please.

Entry-Form


Good luck!

Please share with me in comments: What is your favorite footwear for spring?


Disclosure: I wasn't compensated to share this giveaway with you. My WAHM Plan is not responsible for prize fulfillment. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." 


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