My Rite Aid Trip & Matchups

I got some pretty neat stuff at Rite Aid today!  These deals are good through Saturday 6/4!

I paid a total of $5.35 for everything in the picture.  

However, I get a $1.00 SCR and $4.00 +UP Rewards.

So, I ended up paying only $0.35 for everything! 

What a bargain!

The Herbal Essences Shampoo & Poligrip were from FREE coupons.

M&M’s 9.9-12.6 oz 2/$5


Get a $1 Single Check Rebate #54 (when you buy 2; expires 5/31)


Use the $1.50/2 coupon from the 5/22 RP


Use the $1/2 coupon from the May Video Values


Pay $2.50
Get a $1 SCR
Final

Cost $0.75 each!

Kellogg’s Cereal, Pop Tarts or Rice Krispies Treats 8 ct. $1.88


Use the $1/1 Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes with Fiber coupon found here


Final Cost $0.88!

Nabisco and Keebler Single Serve Cookies and Crackers 2/$1


Buy 2 Ritz Bits Crackers 2/$1


Use the $1/2 coupon found here 


Final Cost FREE!

Crest Twin Pack Toothpaste, Glide Floss or Oral-B Indicator or Advantage Quad Packs $5.99


Buy 1 Crest Pro-Health Twin Pack $5.99


Use the $1.50/1 coupon from the 5/1 PG (expires 5/31!)


Pay $4.49
Get a $4 +Up Reward (limit 4 offers)


Final Cost $0.49 for the twin pack!

(Thanks, Hip2Save!)

..::Review + Giveaway::..Certain Dri Solid Anti-Perspirant! (CLOSED)

Review / Giveaway – Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant

What is it exactly?

From the website…

"...While you may feel that excessive underarm perspiration is your problem, alone, there are millions of people --women and men, of all ages and races -- who suffer from this condition, known as axillary hyperhidrosis. Perhaps the embarrassment causes you to worry about body odor, avoid certain social situations, to alter your clothing selections or to avoid settings that you know will cause excessive perspiration..."

Review…

I’ve recently had the pleasure of reviewing Certain Dri Solid Anti-Perspirant! Please read on . . .

Packaging & Presentation

For review, I received the 1.7 OZ. Certain Dri Solid Anti-Perspirant.

Inside the package, there was the anti-perspirant itself, as well as a booklet of Directions and Facts.

Certain Dri is packaged like all familiar anti-perspirants, with a plastic protector to cover the product.

Ease of Use

Certain Dri is a really neat product!  I have always had a pretty rough sweat pattern.  Before Certain Dri, I had to use clinical strength products that cost me a fortune. 

From the second I put it on, I knew Certain Dri was different.  I noticed that the price is only $5.50-$5.99, and I’ll admit that I was a bit wary of its effectiveness.  

With Certain Dri, you apply it sparingly at nighttime, and this allows the product to work overnight.  It will not wash off after your morning shower. (Yay!)

Certain Dri Solid Anti-Perspirant can also be used in conjunction with your current daily deodorant, or Certain Dri A.M. Underarm Refresher.

I’ve been using Certain Dri for 4 days now, in order to give it an adequate review period.  I can honestly say that it is BY FAR the most effective product I’ve ever used.  It smells like baby powder, and I have not had any embarrassing underarm stains.  Being in the Navy, I workout a lot, and it’s been a tremendous help with reducing my underarm perspiration in general. 

Pros

• 25% Aluminum Sesquichlorohydrate (only over-the-counter antiperspirant with this ingredient!)
• INEXPENSIVE!
• Available in Roll-on and Solid forms
• #1 Doctor Recommended Brand
• 72 Hour Protection

Summary

I’ve never heard of Certain Dri before I was given the opportunity to review it.  I am so glad I was given this opportunity, because I am in love with this product.  I have never had an antiperspirant work so great.  I was spending an arm and a leg on products that did not even work half this good.  Certain Dri is a great product, and I give it my highest recommendations.

Want some more good news?  Celebrate the season of fun in the sun every day this summer!  For the 100 days from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Certain Dri is giving away one Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant every day. One random entrant will be chosen to receive a Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant (roll-on or solid) each day from May 27, 2011 to September 3, 2011. Every Friday at noon E.T., all seven winners from that week will be announced on the Certain Dri Facebook page!

Please visit Certain Dri on:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

WEBSITE

YOUTUBE

Now . . . on to the GIVEAWAY!

1 of my lucky readers will win a stick of Certain Dri Solid Anti-perspirant for FREE!

RULES:  To enter this giveaway, you must complete the mandatory entry first, and then you may complete any and/or all-extra entries! Please make your email address visible either in your comment or in your blogger profile!

Giveaway ends June 12, 2011 @ 2359 EST

MANDATORY ENTRY: What is your favorite No-Sweat Fashion Tip?  

EXTRA ENTRIES:

1.  “Like” Certain Dri on Facebook.

2. Follow Certain Dri on Twitter.

3. Subscribe to my email newsletter.

4. Follow me on Twitter.

5. “Like” me on Facebook.

6. Follow me on Networked Blogs.

7. Follow me via GFC.

8. Add my button to your blog!

9. Who would this be for, if you are the lucky winner?

10. Blog about this giveaway with a link back to me.

DISCLAIMER:  I was not compensated for this post, I received a free sample and wrote my review based off of the sample.  The opinions stated above are mine, and mine alone!

The Husband is Posting

Hey Followers,
   My name is Trey Jackson, and I am Melissa's Husband. Melissa has no idea I'm posting on her blog, but I just wanted to stop by and say a BIG Thank You to her followers! She freakin' loves this Blog, and every single one of you guys/gals! I'd say her favorite things are product reviews, and especially taking pictures for them. Y'all have no idea how many pictures she takes, how many different positions she puts the 'Products' in just to get the right picture. Sometimes our son, Charlie, even helps! Even with our hectic schedules, her homework, and the dual-military lifestyle, she still manages to put 110% into her Blog 100% of the time. I wan't y'all to know that I appreciate all of you're support, and assistance that you all give her on a daily basis.
   To the companies that sponsor Melissa's Blog, I want to thank you all as well. From the Authors of the books she reads (She LOVES to read), to the campaign's and sponsorship programs that are given to her. It's all awesome, and I thank you for it!
   To the companies that have declined to sponsor her blog, I honestly don't know if any have, but you guys are missing out BIG TIME. If you want a dedicated, consistent, hard-working individual to give her 100% honest opinion about your product, Melissa is the way to go. Even if it's reviewing a paper clip, Melissa will dedicate hours to making sure she gives the best, and most honest possible review of it. You shouldn't even think twice about letting my wife work for you!

   Melissa just noticed that I'm being quiet, and is getting curious, so I'm going to move onto my Forums!

Thank y'all again! Hope y'all have a wonderful weekend, and God Bless!

Trey

Working Mother & Diabetes Self-Management Coupons!

Working Mother (June/July 2011)

• $3.00/1 Daily Fruits & Daily Greens (EXP 8/31/11)
• $2.00/1 Mom's Little Secret (EXP 8/31/11)
• $1.00/1 3lb or larger Reser's Deli Salad (EXP 7/31/11) (My husband is really excited about this coupon!!)

Diabetes Self-Management (May/June 2011)

• $4.00/1 Konsyl 450 Gram Original Formula 100% All Natural Psyllium Fiber (EXP 3/31/12)

..::Book Review::.. Here, Home, Hope by Kaira Rouda

My Review of Here, Home, Hope by Kaira Rouda

What is it about?

From the website . . .

"...Here, Home, Hope by author Kaira Rouda is the fictional story of one woman's courageous journey through midlife crisis and personal reinvention - all told with a sense of heart and humor.

Kelly Mills Johnson becomes restless in her thirty-ninth year. An appetite for more forces her to take stock of her ordinary middle-American existence and her neighbors’ seemingly perfect lives. Her marriage to a successful attorney has settled into a comfortable routine, and being the mother of two adorable sons has been rewarding but exhausting. Meanwhile, Kelly’s own passions lie wasted. She eyes with envy the lives of her two best friends, Kathryn and Charlotte, both beautiful, successful businesswomen who seem to have it all. Kelly takes charge of her life, devising a midlife makeover plan.

Here, Home, Hope will surely appeal to readers of chick lit and other women’s fiction titles who are ready to transition into something new in their own life..."

Review…

I’ve recently had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Here, Home, Hope by Kaira Rouda!  Please read on . . .

Characters:

• Kelly Mills Johnson- Main character, struggling to find her true self.  Lots of complications along her journey to self-actualization.
• Melanie- Kathryn’s anorexic teenage daughter that Kelly tries to fix.  Symbolic of Kelly’s inner self.
• Kathryn- Close friend of Kelly’s.  Kathryn is Melanie’s rich mother.  Also going through a divorce.
• Charlotte- Close friend of Kelly’s.  Charlotte is a real-estate agent who hires Kelly for staging houses.  Also symbolic of the perfection that Kelly wishes to achieve.
• David & Sean- Kelly’s children.  They are growing up, and Kelly is having a hard time coping.
• Patrick- Kelly’s husband.  Support shoulder, and the rock of their marriage.
• Beth (Bony Beth)- Long-lost friend of Kelly’s.  She gives Kelly hope throughout the storyline.

Plot: 


To me, this story was about survival.  The main character, Kelly Mills Johnson is torn in a part of her life and seems to be stuck where she does not want to be.  She sets plans and goals to somehow accompany her throughout her journey of the rest of her life.  She is realizing her children are growing, and she needs to be closer to her husband.  Everybody around her seems to have the ‘perfect life’ that she wishes and dreams of having.  However, it is really ironic when all of her friends’ worlds come crashing down on her doorstep. 

Key Notes:  


Here, Home, Hope is divided into three sections.  It is a very humorous tale of the thoughts and passions of many women in real life.  A lot of women feel the urge that there is something ‘missing’ from their lives, and spend lots of time trying to figure out how to achieve the release of those empty feelings.  Here, Home, Hope is a truthful story about the struggles of daily life, and trying to find ones inner self.

If I was to describe Here, Home, Hope in 3 words:

• Heartfelt—The author touches my emotions within this story.
• Humorous—I was laughing out loud at many parts of this story. 
• Truthful—The passions and struggles come alive in this novel, and I can sympathize with the characters.

You can buy the book on Amazon HERE.

It is also available for the Kindle through Amazon! You can purchase it HERE.

Also available at:

• IndieBound
• Barnes & Noble
• Books a Million
• Powell’s Books
• Borders

You can also read the first chapter for free right here:

Please visit the author, Kaira Rouda on:

FACEBOOK
TWITTER
WEBSITE  

Click HERE to check out Kaira Rouda’s Book Signing schedule!

DISCLAIMER:  I was not compensated for this post, I received a free sample of the product and wrote my review based off of the sample.  This is a One2One Network review.  The opinions stated above are mine, and mine alone!

..::Winner's Post::.. TheraBreath

Congratulations to the winner selected for the TheraBreath giveaways ended 24 May 2011!

• #6 pmj won the TheraBreath Mouth-Wetting Lozenges

You have been emailed, and please respond within 48 hours, or a new winner will be selected!

The Billionaire's Unexpected Heir (FREE Book Offer!)

As a Harlequin Ambassador, I am sent books to review and pass along!

This month, I was sent "The Billionaire's Unexpected Heir" by Kathie DeNosky from the Harlequin Desire series.

Here is what it is about:

"...Becoming the new owner of Hickory Hills Thoroughbred farm was not in billionaire Jake Garnier's plans.  Becoming a father was even more unimaginable.  But his new business came with one Heather McGwire, ranch manager...and mother to Jake's secret child.

After barely surviving his own father's desertion, Jake knew he couldn't walk away from his responsibilities.  Marriage seemed the only solution.  Yet Heather wouldn't settle for simple sweet talk and seduction.  If Jake wanted a real family, he'd have to saddle up for the long ride!.."

This is a passionate story of second chances as billionaire Jake Garnier reconnects with the one woman he's never stopped thinking about, and discovers she has a secret that will change his life forever.  

If you are interested in reading this book, I have 3 brand new copies to pass along!  Please send me an email at melissajackson07@gmail.com, and I will send it out to you!

Better Homes and Gardens Magazine June 2011 Coupons!!

I just received my June 2011 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.  I wasn't very impressed with their coupons this time.  Here is what was included:

• $10 off / $25 at Fashion Bug
• $1.00/1 Bottle of Domino Light of Amber Organic Agave Nectar
• BOGO Free Entree at RubyTuesday
• $10/1 Comfort Zone Feline Product
• $5 off / $25 at True Value Hardware

..::Winner's Post::.. Giveaways ended 23 May 2011 [Lots of Winner's!!]

Congratulations to the winners selected for the giveaways ended 23 May 2011!

• #19 Cinderella10383 won the Grand Prize $15 Walmart Gift Card
• #27 BethElderton won the Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPacs
• #163 RNWPBriggs won the Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPacs
• #6 misashua won the Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPacs
• #201 Erin E won the Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPacs
• #17 Audrey won the DecoPac Dinosaur Train DecoSet
• #23 Christal Couturier won the SanLori Stationary

You have all been emailed, and please respond within 48 hours, or new winners will be selected!

Going Camping!

My husband and I are going camping for the weekend!  It's going to be a great time, I will take some pictures!

With that being said, I will post some new updates on Sunday when I return!  I also have been thinking about doing a blog makeover.  I like to change things up every now and then.

Also, be sure to enter the giveaways that are going on!

Thanks for being faithful readers, and I will be back soon!!

Awesome Summer Wardrobe!

It is summertime!  With that being said, it is a great time to add some great pieces to your summer wardrobe!

An awesome online clothing store, DownEast Basics offers stylish clothing that is more conservative.  It allows you to dazzle in your true beauty without being excessively over-the-top!

I personally own a few pieces from DownEast Basics, and I love them!  My favorite is my black cardigan.  It matches everything, and always gives that perfect finished look.

Some items that I plan to add to my summer collection include the Top to Bottom Lace Camisole in black, paired with the Burn Out Pocket Tee.  You can view other cute tops like this one at their online store! 

I would love to match these tops with the Hot to Trot Skirt!  You can check out their entire selection of cheap skirts on their website.  

DownEast Basics offers quality clothing at a very affordable price.  The outfit that I selected above would be less than $80 for everything!

Not only does DownEast Basics offer clothing, but they have a list of many other items for sale!  You can purchase swimsuits, accessories (to match those awesome outfits!), Home Décor, and clothing for girls!  If you are searching for modest clothing, or modest dresses,  search no more.  DownEast Basics won’t let you down!

Disclaimer:  I am participating in a blogger campaign and was compensated. However, the

views and opinions are my own.

..::Winner's Post::.. Sunglass Warehouse & SmartLab Toys!

Congratulations to the winners selected for the Sunglass Warehouse and SmartLab Toys giveaways ended 16 & 17 May 2011!

• #76 tattwo won the Sunglass Warehouse Giveaway!
• #12 Pink Sade won the SmartLab Toys Giveaway!

You have both been emailed, and please respond within 48 hours, or new winners will be selected!

..::Product Review::.. Energizer Inductive Charger!

My Review of the Energizer Inductive Charger

What is it exactly?

From the website . . .

“...We believe that a universal standard is the future of charging, and by leading the way with one of the first Qi products – the Energizer® Inductive Charger – we are meeting a clear need for a product that makes charging devices easier by eliminating cords and clutter," said Jim Olsen, Vice President of Marketing for Energizer North America. “This next generation charger is a natural extension of an innovative product portfolio that brings more freedom for people to live and to work using power that’s reliable and convenient...”

Review…

I’ve recently had the pleasure of reviewing the Energizer Inductive Charger!  Please read on . . .

Packaging & Presentation

For review, I was sent the inductive charging station, AC power adapter, iPhone 4 Qi Sleeve, and the iPhone 3G Qi Sleeve.

The packages came bubble-wrapped for protection.

After opening the Inductive Charger box, you can see it was nicely presented with additional bubble wrapping around the Inductive Charger itself to provide additional protection during handling.  You can also see the AC adapter placed in the box as well.

Both of the Qi Inductive Charging Sleeves were also bubble-wrapped inside of their prospective boxes.

Ease of Use

Using the Energizer Inductive Charger is really simple!  You just plug it in, and place your phone anywhere on the surface of the charger!  We placed ours on the kitchen counter, as we place our phones up there anyways.  It makes perfect sense to charge them as they are sitting! Included in the box, was an informative, easy-to-follow charging guide to assist in the set-up process.

I easily just plugged the AC adapter into the Inductive Charger, and connected it to the wall socket. 

To set up my iPhone 3G, I took it out of the box, and it comes in two separate pieces.  I just slipped my phone in, and clicked it into place.

To set up my husband’s iPhone 4, we just slid his phone directly into the Qi sleeve.

As you can see in the picture, we just placed our phones onto the Inductive Charger, and the blue LED’s lit up, notifying us that our phones are actively charging.  When the phones charging cycle is complete, the LED’s go off, and the Inductive Charger places itself in stand-by mode.

There is also a USB port on the upper right portion of the Inductive Charger, allowing for a third device that is not Qi enabled to be charged.

You can buy the Energizer Inductive Charger for $89.00!  The Qi Sleeves are available for the iPhone 3G/3GS, iPhone 4, and BlackBerry Curve 8900 for $34.99.  Many mass retailers are carrying the Energizer Inductive Charger, so be sure to pick one up today!!

Target

Amazon

Best Buy

Home Depot 

Pros

• Simple to use
• No messy cords everywhere
• Can charge up to 3 devices at the same time!
• Universal- charge ANY device that is Qi-enabled

Summary

Qi technology is the new universal standard for inductive charging.  Energizer combined this technology with the freedom of placing a phone anywhere on their charging pad for ease of use, and a mess-free, sleek look!  The Energizer Inductive Charger is really handy, and I really like how it looks!  I can place it anywhere, and it is very portable.  At nighttime, we bring it upstairs so our phones can charge at night, and we place it on the countertop in the day!

Please visit Energizer on:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

WEBSITE 

DISCLAIMER:  I was not compensated for this post, I received a free sample of the product and wrote my review based off of the sample.  The opinions stated above are mine, and mine alone!

..::Product Review::.. Deluxe Textured Craft Kit!

My Review of 1-2-3! Textured Products

What is it exactly?

From the website . . .

"...1-2-3 Textured Projects offers professionally designed early childhood education curriculum products that are hands - on and include different textural materials, colors and craft ideas. Whether you are simply looking for fun and educational activities for kids or are trying to develop your library of preschool resources, you will find our packs and subscriptions are just the ticket!.."

Review…

I’ve recently had the pleasure of reviewing 1-2-3! Textured Products! Please read on . . .


Packaging & Presentation


For review, I was sent the Spike the Snake Reptile Craft Kit. Included in the package was also a very colorful project catalog of all the other craft kits that 1-2-3! Textured Products offers.

Spike the Snake came package along with 3 different types of decorations to apply to the snake.

Underneath the craft kit, there are very simple directions that state how to use the product.

Ease of Use


My son and I always love doing crafts together! He was super excited to get Spike the Snake, because he is a snake lover.


Here, you can see the original snake pattern along with the 3 packs of decorations provided to accessorize the animal.

What I really liked was that the company sends a lot of pieces in the little packs. It is enough to complete any piece with lots of different options. Here, we received a pack of plastic-like flaps, shreds of colorful construction paper, and shimmering confetti.

Instead of using glue, we used double-sided tape to reduce mess. It worked great! We easily coated the original design with the tape, and then decorated it to our liking. Here is our finished product:

After the craft was completed, we really didn’t have a mess. Here is the results after our complete, mess-free craft:

You can try a FREE SAMPLE of 1-2-3! Textured Products! Pay $1.50 to defray shipping costs, and enjoy a 4 Colorful Fish sample! Please click HERE to check it out!

Pros

• Inexpenisive
• Offers monthly subscriptions
• Lots of different options!
• Great for daycare, or just a fun family craft!

Summary


1-2-3! Textured Products are great for everybody, from daycare providers to a family-time craft. Individual Activity Packs are inexpensive and always great to have on hand. The company also offers an option to have a monthly subscription, which is neat for a daycare! 1-2-3! Textured Products offers a variety of different types of sticker and craft kits to appeal to any type of child, ages 2-5!

Please visit 1-2-3! Textured Products on:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

WEBSITE

DISCLAIMER: I was not compensated for this post, I received a free sample of the product and wrote my review based off of the sample. This is a MamaBuzz review. The product was provided by: 1-2-3! Textured Products for this review. The opinions stated above are mine, and mine alone!