Holiday Gift Giving ~ Je T'aime Fragrances Soy Candles Review, 15% Off Discount Code & Giveaway

​Je T'aime Fragrances is a soy candle manufacturing company located on the sunny gulf coast of Florida in the city of Largo (the Tampa Bay area between Clearwater and St. Petersburg). Denise Cassaly officially launched the business on May 1, 2004 after spending the previous year developing her product line. Denise has had a passion for fragrance since childhood. It has been her lifelong dream to work with fragrances, and this company is the fulfillment of that dream - thus the nameJe T'aime "I Love You" Fragrances.

Denise's mission was to create a luxury line of environmentally friendly, scented soy candles that were developed to high quality standards using only top-quality ingredients throughout their production, with each and every candle being hand poured. She also wanted the candles to appeal to the eye by providing an elegant and sophisticated presentation along with evoking exquisite aromas from the use of fine fragrance. Je T'aime Fragrance soy candle line is handcrafted, made using healthy & environmentally friendly natural soy wax, top-quality fragrance oils, and offered in over 90 captivating fragrances. 

Je Te'aime Fragrances has a large selection of candles and oils including Container Candles, Massage Candles, Soy Pillar Candles, Spa Candles, Wood Wick Candles, Soy Votives, Soy Tart Melts, Fragrance Oils, designer Perfume Oils and Candle Accessories.   The list of scents is truly endless. There are so many I love it was tough for me to pick which ones I wanted to try first.  I decided since it is the holidays that I should try out a fall fragrance so I picked Pumpkin Spice. My Pumpkin Spice Candle came in a 13oz Morgan jar and it has the Wood Wick Candle.

The jar measures 4 inches in diameter and is 4.75 inches high. ThePumpkin Spice scent is incredible. Right when you take the lid off the warm aroma of pumpkin, holiday spices and fresh baked crust fills the air. This is the perfect gift to give for the holidays.  These candles are crafted of excellent quality and scent making you proud to give them to your loved ones. When I burn my Je T'aime Fragrance candle in my home it smells delicious. I have four dogs and a teen so I am always trying to come up with ways of freshening the air in my home. I am not a huge fan of plug ins and fabric sprays just leave everything feeling damp. I prefer burning candles and waxes over anything else.

This was my first experience with Wood Wick candles and I love it so much. I was not certain of the difference between Wood Wick and your typical wick but now I am very familiar.  The Wood Wick crackles quietly and it's such a soothing sound. The Wood provides an even wax burn so there is no unusable wax ring left around the sides of the jar. This wick also doesn't require any trimming. It won't emit any harmful toxins or leave any soot if you are burning near a wall.  I think the Wood Wick is very different and way too cool. If you have not tried the  Wood Wick candles then you must.

The second Je T'aime candle I picked was the 18 oz Sex On The Beach. It is a playful rendition of the classic and ever-so-popular tropical mixed drink! A blend of fresh pineapple, orange, & tart cranberries with notes of peach schnapps and vodka. A "true to life" fragrance that smells as good as it tastes. Refreshing! This is a much different scent choice than my first and I love it sooooo much. It's perfect for any room in the house year round. It makes a perfect gift for the holidays and would be fun for that loved one of yours who loves a good drink. I think placing it in a gift basket with cocktail ingredients would be so cool and a truly perfect present for a good friend, co worker or family member.

This candle came with the double cotton wick for an even burn pool. That way it doesn't just burn straight down the center so you get your moneys worth Nothing compares to the unsurpassed quality of a Je T'aime Fragrances handcrafted, richly scented, soy candle. The authentic, life like fragrances are incomparable. They are clean burning, environmentally friendly and long lasting. You can find these scents in multiple candle options on the Je T'aime website so mix and match, grab yourself a few and stock up on gifts.

Je T'aime Fragrances has so many candles, oils and tart melts is such a huge scent selection so make sure you check them out. I promise you will find a gift you love for yourself and for someone else. Save 15% off your order by using code SSOL15 ​ SHOP NOW

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Holiday Gift Giving Ideas ~ VeraClean Dish Soap's Review & Giveaway

Quality Thyme Orange Lavang Granny Smith

VeraClean sells some WONDERFUL cleaning products that are all natural.  Since washing dishes by hand is a daily task in my home I like having a non harsh product that cleans good, cut grease but leave my hands soft. ​Plus each VeraClean product is proudly made in Colorado, USA.

All VeraClean Dish Soaps contain:
No phthalates fragrance or synthetic color
No parabens
and are: 
100% Natural & color free

Quality Thyme is a wonderful smelling dish soap that leaves your dishes nice and clean. 
The water suds up nice, the soap cuts grease and grim and your hands
stay soft after a load of dishes. 
Finally… A Natural Choice for Clean.

Orange Lavang Dish Soap is my second favorite sent from VeraClean.
It's so refreshing when doing dishes. 
I also like to use a small drop of this soap on my wash rag to wipe down my counters, stove and microwave. 
Last week I used a small bucket of warm water, a few drops of Orange Lavang Dish Soap and a rag to wipe down all my kitchen cabinets. I was starting to notices some look greasy. With just one swipe of this wonderful Dish Soap and warm water my cabinets were squeaky clean. No rinsing needed and no residue was left when dried. 

Granny Smith, my new FAVORITE scent from VeraClean. 
I love washing dishes with this Dish Soap. 
The smell is WONDERFUL. 
It makes washing dishes enjoyable. 
No residue left behind, dishes squeaky clean. 
This Dish Soap works wonders on greasy dishes. 

VeraClean Dish Soaps would be perfect holiday gift giving ideas. 
Put a few dish soaps in a gift basket along with some cute dish towels and some other VeraClean cleaning products. 
​Easy to put together gift. 

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Nutpods Dairy-Free Creamer Review

Nutpods was born out of founder Madeline Haydon's impatience for a wholesome dairy-free creamer that had the richness and creaminess of half & half. For years, she waited for a company, any company, to develop this type of product - without carrageenan or the "usual suspects" of titanium dioxide, mono and diglycerides, hydrogenated/partially hydrogenated oils. Carefully crafted to be wholesomely delicious and developed to give you the freedom to choose your own sweetness level, enjoy the rich creaminess that come from MCT-rich coconuts and the balanced taste with heart-healthy almonds. All free from GMOs, soy, dairy, gluten and artificial flavors/colors.

I have tried many Dairy-Free creamers. At one point I was a vegetarian and even tried to be vegan. The most difficult thing for me at that time was finding something to add to my coffee that was delicious and creamy. Most milk/dairy alternatives either didn't taste right of they would kind of separate once they hit the hot coffee. The separation would leave me with little floating bits in my drink and that is no good.

I am so excited to find Nutpods.

​Nutpods come in three deliciously creamy flavors, Hazelnut, French Vanilla and Original. I love my coffee creamy and one thing I am loving about Nutpods is that the flavored dairy-free creamers are not overwhelming. Some flavored creamers are so sweet that you get a headache from them. Nutpods have the perfect hint of French Vanilla and Hazelnut.

​ ​Before I tried Nutpods Dairy-Free Creamer in my coffee I wanted to get a true taste of it so I sipped each one all by itself. They are excellent!! Nice and thick. Nutpods has a touch of a nutty flavor but it is truly subtle. I can honestly say this is the best Dairy-Free Creamer I have ever used. It stays creamy when poured into your hot coffee and does not separate like other non-dairy product.

Nutpods Dairy-Free Creamer is not only for coffee. It can be used as a replacement for anything you would add milk to and more. The Nutpods website has an entire section devoted to yummy recipes and fantastic ideas of how to incorporate Nutpods into your diet. Check it out.....you will be surprised at the variety .
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 http://www.nutpods.com/pages/nutpods-recipes

You can buy Nutpods in a 3 pack variety or if you love one particular flavor you can buy your favorite blend in 4 packs or 12 packs.

Look for Nutpods in a store near you. You can use the store locator that's on the Nutpods website:
​http://www.nutpods.com/pages/where-to-buy

If you are an Amazon lover like me then you can find Nutpods right on Amazon.com which is super cool if you are a Prime member because it will ship for free and arrive quickly.
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Holiday Gift Giving Ideas ~ Mrs. Renfro's Review & Giveaway

Mrs. Renfro's Gourmet Foods makes the BEST Salsa EVER. 
I have been hooked on Mrs. Renfro's brand
for many many years and will never buy anything else. 
Why not introduce yourself or others to this WONDERFUL company. 
Pick up a few bottles as stocking stuffers, holiday gift basket fillers or as a set. 
Also put Mrs' Renfro's salsas/sauces out at your next holiday party. 

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CHIPOTLE BARBECUE SAUCE

Mrs. Renfro's makes some other great products, not just salsa.  One of those is the AMAZINGLY GOOD Barbecue Sauce. I use this on everything. It truly is amazing. It has a wonderful tangy but sweet taste with a hint of heat. On chicken it's the best. But it's also wonderful on anything you would use BBQ sauce with. I have even used it along with cream cheese to dip veggies in as a snack. I could drink this right from the bottle if that wasn't so odd. 
Truly one amazing Barbecue Sauce. 

I have been making a cheese burger salad for lunch almost every day last week. I got hooked on it so it became by every day lunch. The dressing I used was Mrs. Renfro's Chipotle Barbecue Sauce. It's even excellent on a salad.

This tangy Texas sauce gets its gentle smokiness, authentic flavor and slow heat from the chipotle pepper. Not only is it great for meats, it also makes a terrific fat-free salad dressing! GO GOURMET WITH MRS. RENFRO And go back for seconds! Now, Mrs. Renfro's BBQ Sauces are GLUTEN-FREE and contain NO high-fructose corn syrup. Grab a jar, or 3, slather on the sauce and fire up the grill! ​

MEXICAN MILD SAUCE

Excellent with just chips, on a taco, taco salad or added to your favorite recipe. 
I love all the "different" salsas Mrs> Renfro's has, but sometimes I just like something on the plainer side. 
This wonderful Mexican Mild Sauce does the trick. 
I have been using this on eggs in the morning, on my salad, with cream cheese as a chip and veggies dip and on taco salads (one of my favorite dinners). 

​Perfect for those who love our classic salsa flavor, but prefer less heat. It’s as smooth on the palate as it is in the kitchen; add it to favorite recipes or dip it straight from the jar!

So simple, yet so good.... Look at the list of ingredients... Tomatoes, Water, Onions, Distilled Vinegar, Corn Starch, Salt, Jalapeno Peppers, Spices, Garlic

GO GOURMET WITH MRS. RENFRO Inspired by memorable dishes from our childhood kitchens, Mrs. Renfro's Salsas are authentic and all created to bring a variety of deliciously fresh ideas and flavors to your family table.

ENJOY MRS. RENFRO'S GOURMET PRODUCTS DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR.

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Their family's been bringing you delicious and innovative products at affordable prices.
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Holiday Gift Giving Review ~ Organic Aromas Review & Discount Code

As far as Holiday Gift giving goes, Organic Aromas is by far my favorite online store. 
If you have never experienced the use of a nebulizing diffuser you must. 
It enriches your home, office or surroundings into a wonderful fantastic aroma with
full health value of only pure essential oil.
A nebulizing diffuser is like no other diffuser you have ever tried. 
Unlike the wide variety of heated units and multitude of plastic, humidifier diffusers that litter the market today, ours works without the need to heat up the oils and without the need to add water to the diffuser.  The Organic Aromas Nebulizing Aromatherapy diffuser works by using what is known as the Bernoulli principle, a theorem of fluid dynamics that provides the best results when diffusing essential oil. 

Organic Aromas

The Big Benefits Of Organic Aromas
Nebulizing Essential Oil Diffuser, The design of the diffuser means that you get to enjoy the most from your essential oils. It is important to take advantage of the distinct benefits that our diffuser offers. Consider some of the benefits this diffuser has over other products on the market:

• Completely safe to use with no heat utilized in the diffusing process.
• Provides complete and widespread dispersal of essential oils over large area.
• Extremely quiet so it doesn’t disrupt work, play, or sleep – it only enhances it
• Does not contain plastic, will not off-gas, completely non-toxic.
• Essential oil is not diluted, which means you get only powerful, pure aroma.
• High quality and reliable, will last for years.
• Delivers the complete therapeutic value of essential oils to you.
• Doesn’t add moisture or humidity to the air in your home.
• Uses a miniscule amount of electricity.

In short, you get all of the benefits that people talk about when discussing essential oils and essential oil blends but without any of the risks or hassles that other methods of diffusing can bring.
It’s perfect for your home or as a gift that someone will love.

I received this WONDERFUL
Radiance - Essential Oil Diffuser for Aromatherapy 
It is the most effective diffuser of pure Essential Oils on the market.
Silently nebulizes using the Bernoullis Principle
(the principle in hydrodynamics that an increase in the velocity of a stream of fluid results in a decrease in pressure)
I have owned numerous diffusers.
I always thought they were so wonderful till I got the chance to use an Organic Aromas diffuser.
It's AMAZING. Your whole home will smell wonderful in seconds.
You will get the full effect of the Essential Oil you are using and you will feel great.
There is something about Essential Oils that just soothes your body. 

Featuring stunning rainbow-coloured LED mood lighting

Each Organic Aromas nebulizing diffusers require no heat and no water. Each handmade aromatherapy diffuser uses specialty glass and high quality wood.

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Radiance is a remarkable, stylish and delicate essential oil diffuser and perhaps the most charming in the Organic Aromas collection. Polished and beautiful, the exquisite rounded glass reservoir is masterfully imbued with a unique swirling design and complimented by high quality, hand-crafted imported plantation hardwood. Graceful and refined, this piece is versatile and functional and the perfect artistic complement to any interior.

Low energy consumption, the unit has a Usage Cycles of 2 minutes On, and 1 minute Off.  Auto Shut-off after 120 minutes. Excellent atomizing performance requires very little essential oil to saturate the air quickly.
Under ideal conditions can “service” a room of up to 80sqm (800+ sq ft).
The unit measures approximately 25cm (10 inches) tall and 15 cm (6 inches) wide. 

Refined and elegant hand-made wood base and custom-blown glass diffuser makes the device a work of artistic craftsmanship. The unit is the perfect gift for any occasion.Radiance is a remarkable, stylish and delicate essential oil diffuser and perhaps the most charming in the Organic Aromas collection. Polished and beautiful, the exquisite rounded glass reservoir is masterfully imbued with a unique swirling design and complimented by high quality, hand-crafted imported plantation hardwood. Graceful and refined, this piece is versatile and functional and the perfect artistic complement to any interior.

This diffuser is truly a beautiful work of art. 
I own two of these now, one sits next to my bed. I turn it on about 30 minutes before going to bed with a soothing essential oil that helps me sleep. I not sleep peacefully and sound all night long. The other (Radiance) stays in my living room.
I love the design, ease of use and the quality. 

On top of the WONDERFUL Nebulizing Essential Oil Diffuser Organic Aromas also sells some excellent pure essential oils. I have tried this above box in the past, this is the Designer Series Essential Oil Blends Luxury Gift Set. It would make a wonderful holiday gift, along with a beautiful Nebulizing Essential Oil Diffuser. 
Not only do these come in a one of a kind box but you get 6 of the most wonderful oils. 
A combination of more than thirty unique and high quality pure essential oils, including Energy, Serenity, Purification, Passion, Thievery and their own Signature Blend. 
​The perfect complement to our Exquisite aromatherapy diffuser series, this timeless and well-made chest for your essential oils will continue to dazzle and delight well into the future.

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Soap Cauldron Review & Giveaway (3 Winners)

The Soap Cauldron is the creative ground from which all their natural handmade soap creations take root. They feel that the art of alchemy best describes what they do. They take ingredients from nature into their soap cauldron and transform them into nourishing and gentle bars to gently cleanse and pamper the skin. They know you will see the difference when you experience their natural handmade soaps and look forward to seeing you at the cauldron. Try either of their brands Three Sisters Apothecary or Soapy Tails and experience trueArtisan soap.

Three Sister’s Apothecary has been creating artisan soap since 1999. Their handcrafted bar soaps are made in the time honored tradition of the first soap guilds of 7th century Europe. Now just as it was then each bar is handmade in small batches with only natural botanicals, pure essential and vegetable oils. From the early recipes coveted by these guilds, these beneficial ingredients nourish and support skin on a daily basis. They named our companyThree Sisters Apothecary after the three Yniguez sisters, Emma, Marlo and Pandora, of which Emma Mann is the youngest. These girls all two years apart in age, grew up together and spent many lazy Sunday afternoons harvesting herbs for their grandmother, a nurse. They learned early that nature can truly be therapeutic. The passing of Marlo in 2010, was the catalyst that inspired Emma to go forward and follow her dream of bringing back an all natural alternative to those seeking truly natural personal care. 

The Soap Cauldron has a huge variety of soaps for bath body hair and even for you pets. These beautiful soaps come in a wide variety of scents. I am a citrus lover and can't pass up the fresh scent of lemons and orange so the Bar Soaps I picked and have been enjoying are: Meyer Lemon Agave Nectar with Shea Butter ~  Sun-kissed Meyer Lemon blends with sweet and rich Agave Nectar to support healthy skin while gently cleansing both face and body.  Sweet Orange & Coconut Milk Sensative Skin Complex with Shea Butter ~ Lightly scented Sweet Orange and Coconut Milk bar soap is carefully blended to create an extremely gentle and truly nourishing experience.

Lemongrass  Restorative Complex with Shea Butter ~
Naturally refreshing Lemongrass deodorizes and cleanses with ultra-nurturing Shea Butter to gently pamper and soothe the skin revitalizing and awakening the body. ​

Dark Chocolate Peppermint with Cocoa Butter ~ ​Dark Chocolate & Mint Bar Soap blends rich and decadent dark Cocoa with invigorating Peppermint essential oil, Cocoa Butter, natural botanicals and gentle base oils to create a fragrant and rich natural soap bar to clean and fragrance naturally.  YUMMY!!! Mexican Lime Cilantro Skin Clarifying Complex with Shea Butter ~ ​Sweet & Tart Mexican Lime blends with Shea Butter, natural botanicals and gentle base oils to create a rich bar that lightly exfoliates and deeply cleanses both face and body naturally. The Clarifying Complex of Lime, Cilantro, Chamomile and Lemon Balm combine to gently nurture and soften skin. Naturally retained glycerin soothes and moisturizes.

Limited Edition ~ California Mission Fig Honey with Shea Butter ~ Naturally occurring enzymes in figs combine with beneficial properties in honey and dandelion to exfoliate surface skin keeping it hydrated and conditioned while clarifying naturally as they tighten pores and optimize skin’s sebum production. Limited Edition ~ Santa Rosa Plum Nutmeg with Shea Butter ~ Dark and flavorful Santa Rosa plums were the creation of famed horticulturist Luther Burbank in 1906. Long considered the jewel in Burbank’s crown, the sweet and juicy Santa Rosa Plum is rich in antioxidants, EFAs and phytonutrients. Being a girl from Santa Rosa California these last two soap blends have a special place in my heart. I have had Santa Rosa Plum trees and have baked tarts and pies using them. I have jams and jellies made from them and

I am so excited to be able to get my soap smelling of these deliciously sweet and juicy local plums. Santa Rosa Plum Nutmeg & California Mission Fig Honey bars smell soooooooo good and offer you a touch of Sonoma County. You must grab up a few of these limited edition bars.

Three Sister Apothecary soaps come in two sizes. They offer a larger 4.75 oz bar adorably packaged in these oh so cool boxes that has the cauldron cut outs so you can see the colors and smell each bar before soaping up. They also come in a 1.75 oz bar that makes the perfect stocking stuffer and travel size. These bars are just right for putting in your guests bathroom and making them feel pampered when they visit your home.

Three Sister Apothecary has an entire line that caters to your hair. For me, this is one of the many products that sets them apart from other soap making brands. These awesome bars are actually Shampoo Bars. How cool is that!!! There is a blend for every hair type. I am trying out a variety and loving them. These are the ones I have been using: Mandarin Blossom & Calendula Sleek & Smooth Complex for Straight and Thick Hair ~  Nutrient rich with fluffy lather, the Sleek and Smooth Mandarin Blossom & Calendula Shampoo Bar imparts natural weight and shine making it ideal for straight and thick hair types. ​

Lavender & Tea Tree Hydrating Complex for Curly & Wavy Hair ~
Super rich with fluffy lather, the ultra-moisturizing Lavender & Tea Tree Shampoo Bar by Three Sisters Apothecary, cleanses gently and imparts softness and shine.

Rosemary Orange Volumizing Complex for Fine Hair ~
​The Volumizing Rosemary and Orange Shampoo Bar, by Three Sisters Apothecary, gently clarifies adding volume and silkiness.

Along with the Shampoo Bars I am also using Three Sisters Apothecary Hair Oils. They have three blends of Hair Oil that sell in 3.2 oz bottles. I am loving their: Mandarin Blossom Calendula Sleek & Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Complex Hair Oil ~ Sleek and Smooth Mandarin Blossom & Calendula Conditioning Oil is ideal for straight and thick hair types.  Three Sisters Apothecary Shampoo Bars come in 4.75 oz bars and 1.75 oz bars

Three Sisters Apothecary has a variety of Body Butters that come in 4 oz and 2 oz containers. These deliciously scented butters rub into your skin transforming the most dry cracked skin into soft healthy skin. I love this body butter because it leaves you feeling soft without an greasy residue. Three Sisters Apothecary Body Butters contain.....Pure essential oils, Beeswax, Coconut Oil and Vitamin E combine with ultra-hydrating Shea, Avocado and Cocoa butters to gently pamper and nurture the skin.

Meyer Lemon Agave ~ ​Meyer Lemon and rich Agave Nectar blend perfectly to support healthy skin while gently pampering both face

and body. Creamy and rich, but never greasy this all natural body butter is light and quickly absorbed to restore and soften skin.

Sweet Orange Coconut with Shea Butter ~ 
Fragrant Sweet Orange and deeply nourishing Coconut Milk, Beeswax, Coconut Oil and Vitamin E combine with ultra-hydrating Shea, Avocado and Cocoa butters to gently pamper and nurture the skin.

French Lavender with Shea Butter ~
​Naturally soothing French Lavender Body Butter is an artful blend of  Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Botanicals and Vitamin E  together with Shea, Avocado and Cocoa butters to gently pamper the skin.

Three Sisters Apothecary Bath Salt Soak comes in 20 oz  containers. After using this soak you will never bathe again without these relaxing salts. There is a scent for every mood you are in. Gravenstein Apple & clove Bath Lavender & Chamomile Lemongrass Rose & Coconut Milk Rosemary & Mint I have the Rosemary & Mint Revitalizing Complex~ Lavender & Chamomile Bath Salt Soak gently relaxes the body with mineral rich Ocean and Epsom salts. The potent combination of aromatic Lavender and Chamomile essential oils combine with Arnica and natural botanicals to soothe tired muscles, relieve aches and detoxify the body while replacing needed nutrients.

At Soapy Tails they handcraft their canine bar soaps in small batches so they are mild and ultra-cleansing. Most dog shampoos can contain harsh ingredients that strip natural oils and dry out the skin leaving coats dull and lifeless. Soapy Tails bars hydrate naturally while gently cleansing active coats. A true soap, their bars are free of SLS, parabens and petroleum based synthetic ingredients. These bars last multiple washings and clean exactly as needed. Indulge your pets with a clean, radiant and healthy coat. 100% Biodegradable Paraben & Synthetics Free Pure Essential Oils Sodium Laureth/Lauryl Sulfate Free Phosphate & Phthalate Free Formulated for the care of active breeds Pure essential oils, natural botanicals, gourmet plant oils and butters nurture canine coats. Super rich with fluffy lather, these bars gently remove daily dirt accumulation while rinsing easily away. Key actives support canine coat health and skin while providing daily flea relief.

I spoke before of the many things that make Soap Cauldron Different than other soap companies and this Soapy Tails line is another example of when makes them stand apart....stand above other companies. If you have dogs or friends and loved ones with dogs then you must grab up some of these super cute Soapy Tails Dog Shampoo Bars. They make the perfect gift for dog owners and they work like a charm. You can find a bar that is special for every type of dog coat from long and silky to short and wiry. These colorful and wonderful smelling soaps come in adorable boxes with a puppy paw cut out so you can see the color and smell the scent. 

I have 4 dogs and have tried every type of shampoo on the market for dogs. Some have really harsh scents that smell like medicine or chemicals. It makes bath time tough to get through and afterwards leaves your bathroom stinking like some kind of wet dog flea spray. These handcrafted soap bars lather up easily and doesn't take a lot to cover your entire dog. The bar makes it super simple to wash your lil pup. Just hold it in your hand and scrub them down, get their tummies, their legs and armpits. HAHAHA don't forget behind the ears. Soapy Tails comes in incredible smelling blends like: Cedar & Pink Grapefruit Citrus & Mint Lavender & Eucalyptus  Oatmeal & Sweet Orange Tangerine & Bay Laurel

The Soapy Tail line also has Dog Pad Balm, Sleek & Shine Coat Tamer,  and Dog Pad Soak. There are multiple gift sets to buy for your loved ones fur babies so check out Soapy Tails. I promise you and your pups will not be disappointed. 

Look for Soap Cauldron Products at a retailer near you. Product locator >  http://www.soapcauldron.com/find-a-retailer

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Holiday Gift Giving Idea ~ DripJoy

​Subscription based coffee for your home or business

If you own a Keriug coffee maker I am sure you have experienced problems or just felt that most of the coffee pods didn't have a good strong coffee taste & are very expensive. I know from my own personal experience I have now went through 3 Keriug machines. They either drip all over, clog to the point that you can't unclog them or just stop working all together. This (pictured) is my last Keriug maker ever. I will never waste money on one again..... SO, what will I do when this one breaks..... get a DripJoy machine of course. DripJoy guarantees no more clogged coffee makers and overpriced K-Cups®. Only great coffee, delivered monthly and brewed to perfection.
I was able to try two of the pod coffee and let me tell you they are the BEST pod/k-cup coffee's I have ever had. Bold, strong and excellent. 
I am not usually a coffee drinking, just tea, but the last few months I got back into coffee only one cup a day though, since receiving DripJoy for review I am drinking 2-3 cups a day. 
Love this stuff. 

A brewer that actually works.
Their brewer is designed to reduce clogging and make a better cup.
​Did I mention it comes free with most plans, and it’s guaranteed?

We love and nurture every bean… all the way to your cup. A convenient cup of coffee shouldn’t be subpar. We set out to prove that creating a better single serve coffee experience is possible. We started by treating our beans differently. Sustainably Harvested Our farmers are trained and equipped to harvest cherries at their ripest moment, ensuring the most robust flavors, maximizing the yield of each tree, and improving the farm’s sustainability

Straight from the Origin. We partner with farmers in over 6 countries and 3 continents to ensure that our coffee is sourced responsibly and sustainably.

Positive Processing We leverage local cooperative wet mills to separate beans from the cherries, allowing our farming communities to use centralized infrastructure to expand opportunity in their local economy.

High Grade Quality Our processing mills elaborately sort through our beans, separating the mediocre from the high grade. We don’t mix bean quality to reduce costs, which is what accounts for low flavor coffee you’ve experienced elsewhere.

Speed to Freshness While most suppliers claim that green coffee beans have a 2 to 5 year shelf life, we disagree. Green coffee beans should be roasted as soon as possible to lock in the natural flavors, resulting in a better cup of joe. Our transport and roasting process is designed to reduce the time-to-roast.

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Morning Joy Medium/Dark Roast Single Serve Coffee Each cup of Morning Joy comes packed to the brim with a cheerful blend of smoked cedar, lemon, and happiness. When you start your day with Morning Joy, you know you’re starting your day on the right foot. Morning Joy is one of the coffee's I got to try from DripJoy. This is a really good coffee. Truly a medium roast. Has a really good taste alone or with some creamer of your choice. If I had to choose a time to dring Morning Joy I would say Summer time would be perfect, it just reminds me of summer. Would be excellent chilled into an iced coffee.

​Dark Bean Daydream Medium Roast Single Serve Coffee Hints of chocolate and lemon – and a hint of the warm and fuzzies – can be found in every mug of Dark Bean Daydream. It’s so flavorful and refreshing, you’ll be dreaming of your next cup before you finish your first.

​Colombian Cheer Medium Roast Single Serve Coffee Notes of cocoa and guava swirl to together in every mug of Colombian Cheer to provide you with a semi-sweet and fruity experience that’s guaranteed to put a skip in your step and a smile on your face.

French Elation  Dark Roast Single Serve Coffee ​Dark and smoky with a smooth finish, every sip of French Elation will have you dreaming of the cafes of Paris. Croissants not included. Il est tout simplement parfait! The other coffee I tried and LOVED. This pod makes the perfect cup of dark roast coffee. It was smooth, smoky and bold. LOVE LOVE LOVE. Like I said I was not a big coffee drinking, just started up again after many years and really didn't think I would continue, couldn't find the perfect cup... Now I have, French Elation is EXCELLENT.

​ ​Vanilla Jubilee Medium Roast Single Serve Coffee Combining bold flavors and a smooth finish to create a slightly sweet and buttery brew, Vanilla Jubilee makes every morning worthy of celebration. Hip hip hooray!

Happy Hazelnut Medium Roast Single Serve Coffee ​Notes of maple and a nutty sweetness swirl together in every morning mug of Happy Hazelnut to create a delightfully Joyful experience. ​Start your day off with a smile!

​Delightful Decaf Dark Roast Single Serve Coffee Smooth in flavor with the just the right amount of spice, you’ll never be able tell there’s no caffeine in every flavorful cup of Delightful Decaf. Enjoy at all hours of the day without the eye-opening effects of our other blends.

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Holiday Gift Giving Idea's ~ Imagine Review

Imagine offers health-conscious people over 50 varieties of USDA certified organic soups, broths, cooking stocks, culinary simmer sauces and gravies. And when you start with the finest that nature has to offer, the result is extraordinarily delicious and nutritious!
Imagine brand is a proud supporter of the Non-GMO Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating consumers about the availability of Non-GMO foods. Once a product is Non-GMO verified, it earns the right to feature the organization's seal on its packaging so that consumers can make informed food choices. See individual product pages for more details.
When it comes to a healthy diet, Imagine  also believes that less is more. To that end, all of our soups and broths contain no added MSG, no genetically modified organisms (GMOs),no artificial flavors, chemicals and preservatives. They are also committed to fulfilling your special dietary needs. They offer a wide array of products that are low or light in sodium, gluten free, dairy free, kosher, vegetarian.

Check out the many varieties Imagine has to offer. They have a soup for every member of your family and even offer some of them in the low sodium option.

Creamy Soup Varieties: Creamy Celery Creamy Carrot Almond Creamy Acorn Squash & Mango Light in Sodium Creamy Harvest Corn Light in Sodium Creamy Garden Broccoli Light in Sodium Creamy Red Bliss Potato & Roasted Garlic Light in Sodium Creamy Sweet Potato Light in Sodium Creamy Tomato Light in Sodium Creamy Butternut Squash Creamy Sweet Corn Creamy Tomato & Basil Creamy Sweet Pea Creamy Golden Beet Creamy Pumpkin Creamy Broccoli  Creamy Potato Leek Creamy Sweet Potato Creamy Portobello Mushroom Creamy Tomato Creamy Butternut Squash

Chunky Soup Varieties: Potato Quinoa & Spinach Loaded Baked Potato Cream of Mushroom Chicken and Dumplings Italian Style Weeding Moroccan chickpea & Carrot White Bean & Kale Homestlye Chicken Noodle Tomato Bisque Italian  Vegetable & Beans Savory Black Bean Classic Corn Chowder Split Pea Chicken Corn Totilla Hearty Beef Barley

​I have been feasting on Imagine Organic Creamy Tomato soup. It is sooooo good. I like it better than other tomato soups because it does not have an acidic taste. It's very smooth and doesn't burn my stomach.
Imagine Organic Creamy Tomato soup is the perfect meal to serve your family for dinner with a delicious grilled cheese sandwich. It's also a light weight snack that is both healthy and warming. Winter is upon us and warm soups are an excellent way to get you cozy after all that running around outside.

​Imagine Soup is right up my alley. I have been trying to watch what I eat, drop some pounds and tone up. For that, nothing is better than soup.

​Serve Imagine Organic Soups at your holiday gatherings this year. Pair a delicious creamy soup with the rest of your meal and kick off your feast with a warm bowl of Imagine Organics.

Imagine Foods products are made with real, wholesome ingredients such as the finest farm-grown vegetables and organic free-range chicken – with no artificial ingredients or preservatives. Imagine brand never compromises on what they bring to you so you can serve the very best.  ​

Imagine Creamy Soups have this super cool pour spout on the tops of the containers so it is easy to pour and serve the amount needed and then screw the lid back on to store what remains inside of the box.  I love that the soup is packaged inside of a box and not a can because the soup keeps it's natural delicious flavor and does not take on the taste of the metal can.

The Imagine Foods website has an entire recipe section. So if you feel like you want to spice up your soup and add a little something to it then you will love the recipe page : http://www.imaginefoods.com/recipes/soups

Save on your next Imagine purchase and print out a coupon. Just scroll down to the bottom of this page: http://www.imaginefoods.com/

Find Imagine at a store near you by using the store locator: http://www.imaginefoods.com/locator

Make sure to follow Imagine Foods on facebook for all the latest updates and recipes.

Holiday Gift Giving ~ Banza Chickpea Pasta Mac & Cheese Review & Giveaway (2 Winners)

TheBanza journey started in 2013, in a home kitchen in downtown Detroit. A then-23-year-old Brian Rudolph spent late nights, and even earlier mornings, perfecting his recipe for a better pasta.
Brian was no food scientist. And you can ask his roommate - he wasn’t exactly a chef, either. Just a kid who liked to play with his food who held the belief that his favorite dishes ought to be more nutritious.
He wanted to challenge the food industry to innovate on behalf of people like him. So he teamed up with his big brother Scott, and brought that passion to grocery shelves across the country. In a little over a year, we’ve gone from selling in 2 stores to 2,000.
TheBanza team is growing, but their mission is the same: to make the foods you love, love you back. You can find them working out of a rehabbed house in Detroit, and a one-bedroom apartment in Manhattan. Whether selling in the grocery aisles, or cooking up new recipes, they connect over their love of food. 

Banza is not your average pasta it is made from chickpeas. Banza is pasta 2.0. Ditch the empty carbs in wheat noodles, and treat yourself to double the protein, four times the fiber, and nearly half the net carbs. 
Banza makes a variety of of chickpea pasta. They have Shells, Elbows, Penne, Rotini, Spaghetti and now the have an entire line of Mac and Cheese

I was lucky enough to receive a case of Banza Mac and Cheese. It has 4 delicious varieties.
Elbows with White Cheddar, Elbows with Classic Cheddar, Shells with Classic Cheddar and Deluxe Rich & Creamy Cheddar Elbows.

Banza Mac and Cheese is a perfect side dish to serve to your friends and family during the holidays. Show your loved one that you care by providing them with healthy mac and cheese. This mac and cheese is so creamy and delicious. It has a wonderful hearty texture with a silky cheddar taste.

• The first step is to bring a pot of water to a boil and then pour in the Banza chickpea pasta. Cook for 3 minutes stirring occasionally. Next strain theBanza but do not rinse it. 

• Pour 1/4 cup milk, and 2 tbsp butter into a pan, add cheese and mix.

• The last step is to add cooked Banza to the mixture and stir.

Banza truly is amazing. It's the perfect      alternative to your everyday pasta.     BANZA         VS       AVERAGE  MAC 18G Protein                       9G Protein 8G Fiber                           1G Fiber 28G Net Carbs                 47G Net Carbs

I have been eating Banza Chickpea Pasta for a while now and I was so excited to see that they have a large variety of Mac and Cheese. It will be a staple in my home from now on. 

You should stock your house full of Banza Chickpea Pasta too. You can find it at a store near you by using the store locator on their website: ​http://www.eatbanza.com/pages/store-locator#/map

Or buy your Banza directly from their website. 

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Holiday Gift Giving Ideas ~ ToiletTree Products Bamboo Laundry Hamper Review & Giveaway

Bamboo Laundry Hamper

I am a HUGE fan of ToiletTree Products.
My whole bathroom is full of items from this site. They are all very good quality and look great. 
I have a few Bamboo products and love the look and sturdiness of them. 
They also look really nice in my bathroom along with my tiles and vanity.

 ​This cleverly designed bamboo hamper from Household Essentials 
is a definite must-have for sorting your laundry mess.
The open-slat bamboo frame is highly durable, simply attractive and allows air flow through its contents.
Time for washing? No problem at all. Simply lift the natural cotton bag from the hamper, slide off of the rods and head to the washing machine.
This two-compartment laundry hamper is the perfect size for any bathroom, bedroom, utility room, closet, or laundry room and offers a maximum amount of space for your clothes, linens and towels. 
This natural bamboo solution in every room will make your household cleaning so much more efficient.
This is a laundry solution you just can’t live without.
Measures: 24.29″ H x 15.75″ W x 23.81″L.......$59.95

Your Bamboo Laundry Hamper will come in a box that isn't to heavy or big. Once opened it will look like the image on the left. You will need to put the hamper together. It's fairly easy and fast, took me about 10 minutes. Once done the hamper looking in with the lid open will look like the image on the right. 
Just make sure you give yourself a flat work space to assemble the hamper & a drill.
​I used a power drill but a normal hand drill will also work. 

Finished hamper front closed above & front open to the right. This hamper has two compartments for colors and white or clothes and towels (what we use it for) great way to keep laundry separated for easy washing. The bag/insert does come out but I find it easier to just scoop my laundry out. Bag/insert is washable.   The lid closes to make everything more tidy looking. Would look great in a bedroom, bathroom (pictured) or laundry room.

Maybe someone you know just got a new home, remodeled their home or maybe your child just moved out for college or moving out soon. This Bamboo Laundry Hamper would make a wonderful gift. Perfect size for one up to 4 people.
Looks good in any bathroom, bedroom or laundry room. 
Easy to put together. 
Or pick one up for yourself. 
Get your house tidy and clean in time for the holidays. 
Would even make a good toy basket in a kids bedroom or play room or
storage bin for items you don't want out or extra towels or bedding. 

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Jerky's Gourmet of San Diego Review + Beer and Tequila Jerky Giveaway

Jerky’s Gourmet of San Diego has created a high-quality grass fed beefjerky made from solid strips of steak. With a taste and texture that is this fresh, it is no wonder the beef is sourced from cows that live well on a GMO-free, grass fed diet. These flavorful strips of jerky provide the perfect low fat, high in protein snack that comes packed into a resealable bag. 

Jerky's Gourmet of San Diego is the perfect stocking stuffer or addition to a gift basket. This jerky is the best.  When I tear open a bag ofJerky's Gourmet I take a

moment and smell the delicious aroma that lingers out of the bag. Oh my gosh! It is mouth watering. Then I reach into the bag and pull out a beautiful strip of jerky. This jerky is so moist and soft it's super easy to bite a piece off and chew while your mouth fills with delicious sweetness. YUM!!!! I have a hard time picking a favorite but I think from this most recent batch I got it's the Craft Beer and then Orange Teriyaki. The last batch I had I loves the Black Pepper.

< CRAFT BEER You can tell this is my favorite because most of the bag has been eaten before I could even take a picture. It is heaven. One serving is only 50 calories and 8 grams of protein so it's not only incredibly delicious but it's an excellent boost of protein. It's perfect for hiking, camping or an after workout snack. This flavor is inspired by San Diego, the Craft Beer capital of the world! It packs a bold punch of traditional spices and, of course, lots of premium beer. Jerky's Gourmet uses the best domestic pale ale in their marinade to bring the on-tap flavor of hops and barley that will make your taste buds sing!

ORANGE TERIYAKI > This citrus sweet jerky will be sure to wake up your taste buds. Like any great gourmet snack, the flavor changes as you chew it and soon the refreshing citrus taste will make you feel as though you’ve been transported to a Southern California orange grove. Jerky's Gourmet is made with natural preservatives but there are no artificial preservatives or nitrites. ​nitrates. Typically, most jerky comes from the leanest part of the cow, coming from a muscle that needs some love with flavoring to make it taste best. Jerky's Gourment currently use a cut called “Top Round.”

​                          < BARBECUE MESQUITE This flavor has a smoky, tangy Southwestern zest that is lip-smacking good! Tender and juicy, Barbecue Mesquite uses Jerky's Gourmet's unique blend of spices and our signature barbecue taste to assure this flavor’s place as a constant favorite. Barbecue Mesquite is only 60 calories a serving and 9 grams of protein. I could honestly live off of this jerky it is so good.  Jerky's Gourmet has nailed these flavors. They have an amazing variety so there is something to please everyone.

Check out Jerky's Gourmet of San Diego and buy a stocking full of these savory and sweet bags of jerky. Give them as gifts this holiday and keep one of each flavor for yourself.

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Beer and Tequila Jerky Giveaway

One (1) lucky Simple Side of Life reader will win Jerky's Gourmet Beer and Tequila Pack. It will include 3 bags!! 
Craft Beer, Chipotle Tequila and Ballast Point Habanero Sculptin
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Holiday Gift Giving Idea ~ Newman's Own Organics Products Review & Giveaway

Newman's Own Organics 
has some wonderful products that would make perfect stocking stuffers or holiday party treats. 
Some of my favorite Newman's Own Organics snacks are:

I have had numerous other Newman's Own Organics microwave popcorn's but never had this wonderful 
Organic Extra Butter Popcorn
it is now my favorite. 
I really enjoy a small bowl of popcorn during the day for a snack or after dinner while watching tv. 
Newman's Own Organics Organic Extra Butter Popcorn is excellent. It's not to greasy or buttery, just the perfect amount, with a hint of salt. Perfect snack. 
Why not pop up a big bowl and leave it out during your next holiday party. Or buy a few boxes for stocking stuffers. My Mom and my son are both popcorn lovers. I give them both some sort of popcorn gift as part of their holiday gifts. This year they will each get a box of Newman's Own Organics Organic Extra Butter Popcorn in their stockings. 

Organic Thin Stick Pretzels are another great Newman's Own Organics Snack.  You can put these out with or without a dip at your next holiday party.  Also great for lunches or snacks.  Pretzels give you a yummy organic salty treat when you are craving salt. I pack these in my lunch and sometimes just have these tasty pretzels along ​with some veggie sticks.

The Newman's Own Organics Pretzel Rods are perfect for making Holiday Treats for your Holiday Event. Last year I made Pretzel Treats with these Organic Rods Pretzels that looks just like the below.
​I gave them out in my treats baskets to neighbors and friends. 

Licorice Twists, Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Bars ALL perfect for stuffing stockings. 

Newman's Own Organics Chocolate Bars and Cups made from carefully selected organic cocoa beans and other fine ingredients result in richer flavors and a creamy, smooth texture.
Newman's Own has made a commitment to pay a premium above and beyond the current market price for Certified Organic Cocoa Beans. The premium is tied to the Fair Trade market price of Organic Cocoa Beans.

Newman's Own Organics sells these delicious tangy/sour licorice twists. They are my boyfriends favorites. When we get the box of goodies to review he grabs these right away and puts them in his desk, never once has he shared the with me. 
Newman's Own Organics has 
Sour Apple
Sour Cherry
​Sour Mango
Sour Strawberry
Licorice Twists
and
Strawberry, Black & Pomegranate Licorice Twists

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Newman's Own Organics Dried Fruit
Newman's Own Organics has some great dried fruits. All are excellent alone or you can use them in your holiday baking. All the dried fruits are excellent I have tried and continue to buy all of them. I use them in baking, as snacks and in homemade trail mix I make for hiking. 

THE BEST COOKIES in the WORLD...are made by Newman's Own Organics. 
My two FAVORITE cookies from them are the above Newman-O's & Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies below. 
Both are the best. 

Another great Newman's Own Organics Cookie is the Alphabet Cookies. These are great with coffee or tea, packed in kids lunches and even perfect for making gingerbread houses. I used them last year as stepping stones in a gingerbread house I made. (wish I had a picture but I don't) The Alphabet Cookies come in Chocolate Vanilla &  Cinnamon Graham

The most useful and daily used Newman's Own Organics product in my home is the
Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Organic Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
Excellent on salads, cooking or whatever you need oil and vinegar for. 
When I shop for Olive Oil Newman's Own Organics is the ONLY brand I buy anymore. 
I love the taste. Perfect when used in cooking or in dressings and sauces. Has a really good mild taste. 
Newman's Own Organics extra-virgin olive oil, produced in Tunisa, is considered one of the finest and fruitiest of the olive oils. The balsamic vinegar from Modena, Italy has been aged in
wooden casks producing a smooth, mellow character.
Pick some up at your local market to use in your holiday backing or use in a holiday gift basket. 

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Great Company with a great cause. 

This idea was in Paul Newman's heart and, today, Newman's Own, Inc. continues his commitment to pay all profits and royalties from our food products to Newman’s Own Foundation, which supports charitable causes around the world. Over $450 million has been given to thousands of charities since 1982. To learn more about Newman's Own Foundation and its grantees, visit NewmansOwnFoundation.org.

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Jessicurl Rich & Radiant Collection Review & Giveaway (2 Winners)

Jess created the Jessicurl line after years of using products that didn't work for her curly hair. From jessicurls curl-enhancing styling products to theirmoisturizing conditioners, each product contains only ingredients that offer a specific benefit to your curly hair — there is no filler. By improving the health of your hair rather than masking the damage, the end result is a much more vibrant head of curls.

Jessicurl has three incredible collections. Confidence Collection, Light & Luminous Collection and Rich & Radiant Collection. Each collection comes in 3 scents. Island Fantasy, a delicious mix of coconut, vanilla, and orange. No scent, for those of you who might be sensitive to scents or just prefer all natural and Citrus Lavender, a mix of grapefruit, hint of lavender, and orange. 

I have been using Jessicurls Rich & Radiant Collection in the Island Fantasy Scent. This collection is best suited for thicker, drier hair that is looking for curl enhancement and moisture.  From cleansing to conditioning to styling, this collection will give your thick curls all the moisture and bounciness they can handle. A handy step-by-step instructional insert is included to help you figure out the best techniques for frizz free curls. 

This collection includes Rockin' Ringlets Styling Potion,Confident Coils Styling Solution, Awe Inspiraling Spray,Too Shea! Extra Moisturizing Conditioner, Deep Conditioning Treatment and Hair Cleansing Cream.

When I read about Jess and heard her story. I find myself realizing I am not the only one who has struggled with this issue. My hair is super curly as some of you may know and I have spent hundreds of hours trying to smooth it and straighten it. If I don't have time for that then I put it up in a bun or a clip. All my friends and family can tell you that they hardly ever see me with my hair down. It's so bad that when my niece was 4 years old she looked at me with my hair clip in and said "you always wear your hair up in that clip".  Sigh, I know, I know but how do you explain to a child your hair is a wild

You have the right to remain curly!! Jess used to hate her hair and did everything she could to hide her beautiful curls. Her hair obsession was so strong that it destroyed her confidence and self-esteem. Then she decided that to love herself she had to love her curls. She could not find products that didn't either strip all the natural moisture from her haor or gunk it up with heavy oils and waxes. She knew she had to take things into her own hands and create the products that she, and all other curly heads needed so she started to experiment in her kitchen. In 2002 she created her first successful product and since then curlies of all types have learned to embrace their curls and themselves using Jessicurl products.

mess. It was not until recently that I have finally started to embrace my curls. My man loves my curls and reminds me all the time that I need to let my hair down andlet my curls go.

I am soooooo excited to find Jessicurl and the collections of product that will help me do just that. Enhance my curls, be proud of them and let them flow. Now that I have been letting my hair down I have had more compliments on it then when I was trying to press it flat. It's so cool!!!

                                           RICH & RADIANT COLLECTION

< Hair Cleansing Cream With Hair Cleansing Cream, you can wash your hair and have it look good on the SAME day! I know, it’s hard to believe, but it’s true. Hair Cleansing Cream is a gentle, moisturizing cleanser that doesn’t create tons of lather but will clean your hair and leave it quite soft. It’s best suited for thicker, drier hair types that need more moisture, and is also safe for color treated hair.

< Too Shea!      Extra Moisturizing Conditioner Too Shea has shea butter (hence the adorable name), jojoba oil, avocado oil and tons of lovely herbs and spices that are all great for hair and scalp. Together they combine to make a thick, moisturizing conditioner that isn’t too heavy and not at all greasy. It makes your curls so soft you’ll have a hard time keeping your hands out of them. (But do try – touching your curls too much is a no-no)

Deep  Conditioning Treatmeant > It’s thick, it’s rich, it’s moisturizing, it doesn’t build up – it really is the ideal formula for restoring moisture to dry curly hair. It also works great as a shaving cream – that even includes bald men! :). When using this make sure you apply it to wet hair, leave in for 30-60 minutes, rinse and style. Can also be used as a leave in conditioner.

Rockin' Ringlets  Styling Potion > Rockin’ Ringlets is a powerful curl enhancer that will boost waves into curls and make your ringlets rock! It has a thin consistency and light-to-medium hold so it won’t give you ramen noodle hair, but helps control frizz all while allowing your hair to stay touchably soft. ​

< Confident Coils Styling Solution It’s a creamy styling product with a consistency thin enough to make it easy to distribute through even the tightest, kinkiest curls. It creates amazing definition and provides excellent humidity protection. By itself it’s not super curl enhancing, which makes it great for tighter curl patterns looking to elongate rather than enhance curls. For those with looser curls, using it with Rockin’ Ringlets will give you all the bounce, definition and frizz control you need.

< Awe Inspiraling Spray ​ Awe Inspiraling Spray is here to help. It doesn’t have any ingredients that provide hold, rather, it works to rejuvinate the styling products you already have in your hair. As a result, you’llget the revitalized curls you seek without adding a sticky, producty feel

You can buy this awesome collection in an 8 oz bottle set or a 2 oz bottle set. You can also buy all of these products individually. They come in a variety of sizes to fit your specific need........ 0.5 oz, 2 oz, 8 oz, 32 oz and Gallon jugs.

< Spiralicious Styling Gel is a product that is not in the Rich & Radiant Collection but it is a must have.  Spiralicious Styling Gel is the thicker, stronger hold styler you’ve been asking for. Spiralicious is much thicker than Confident Coils and very gel-like in consistency but does not flake in the hair like many gels can. While it can dry crunchy, that initial crunch scrunches out really easily, leaving the hair very soft to the touch, but the curls hold up all day. No ramen-noodle curls here! One of the best parts about it is the frizz control. Seriously people, the frizz control on this stuff is NO JOKE! If you currently use Rockin’ Ringlets, you’ll find that the two work together really well. If you don’t find you need a curl enhancer (which is whatRockin’ Ringlets is), Spiralicious will provide you with fabulous hold and frizz control but without giving you “helmet head.”

Jessicurl is the best gift you can give to that person in your life with curly hair. Grab a collection or two and wrap it up for the holidays or grab one for yourself so you can finally tame those beautiful curls of yours. Embrace your curl, love your hair and be comfortable with the natural you. NO MORE BUNS!!! NO MORE CLIPS!! Let your curls blow in the wind.

Find Jessicurl in a store near you by using the locator provided on the website : ​https://www.jessicurl.com/locations

Better yet check out the Jessicurl website and order direct using the 15% Off coupon code SIMPLESIDE2016
The coupon is set to begin 10/24/16 and will expire 4/30/17 

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Modern Oats Review & Giveaway

Founded in 2013, Modern Oats has one simple goal: Change people’s perception of “old fashioned” oatmeal. 
First, they only work with small farm, gluten-free & Non-GMO Verified, perfect whole rolled oats. These are the highest grade from family run operations throughout the upper Midwest of North America.
After selecting their whole rolled oats, they are carefully crafted artisanal, delicious blends of fruits (such as mangos, apples, goji berries, and Saskatoon berries), nuts (such as pine nuts, walnuts, and coconut), and seeds (such as flax, sunflower, and chia) for the perfect, healthy, modern meal, anytime, anywhere.  Modern Oats' convenient  recyclable portable oatmeal cups are the ideal  healthy meal for your on the go lifestyle. Keep one at your desk, or in your bag.

Modern Oats oatmeal is perfect for breakfast and midday snack. These cups are perfect for taking to work, school or better yet bring them camping. Camp trips would be awesome with Modern Oats because all it requires is hot water. Just pour in hot water up to the top of the oats, put the lid back on and wait a few minutes. Voila.....done. Stir up your oats and they are ready to eat.
I love having Modern Oats for breakfast because it's healthy, quick and I don't have any dishes to clean up afterwards.

It's hard to pick a favorite flavor but one of mine is the Mango Blackberry. Blended with gluten free certified whole rolled oats, real chunks of Philippine mango, sunflower seeds, and Washington state blackberries. A perfect mid-morning artisan escape.

Modern Oats is so much better than other mushy, gushy oatmeal. I hate when when my oatmeal tastes like paste. Modern Oats is so different. It actually holds its texture and keeps that same consistency until you are done. It has delicious hearty oats and juicy, chewy berries and fruit. It soooooo good.

With 8-9 grams of protein Modern Oats

is the perfect kick start to your morning. It's also a fantastic pick me ​up for lunch and will give you that boost you need to get you through the day.

Modern Oats comes in eight different blends.

​Apple Walnut 5 Berry Chocolate Cherry Mango Black Berry Goji Blueberry Nuts and Seeds and the two newest blends: Coconut Almond Vermont Maple You can buy Modern Oats in 6 packs directly from their site : SHOP NOW Or use the product locator to find them near you!​ http://www.modernoats.com/locator/Search.aspx

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One (1) lucky Simple Side of Life reader will win a variety pack of Modern Oats 
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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Zim's Max Crack Creme (2) Winners Giveaway

The perfect stocking stuffer

Why not stuff stockings with something loved ones can actually use. 
Every year i'm on the lookout for practical, useful and much needed items my family can use. 
I like to fill their stocking with things they can use, not just candy and funny things. 
Everyone has dry, cracked and sore skin at this time of the year. 
Some of my family members work construction or have their hands in water all day long
so this is a product that is much needed in our family. 
I will be adding both ​Zim's Max Crack Creme Creamy Daytime Formula & Original Liquid Formula
to those ones stockings for sure.
Zim's crack cremes would work perfect in a kitchen gift basket or a nice bedtime gift basket too.

Zim's CRACK Creme ​Creamy Daytime Formula  is an herbal formula that softens and moisturizes dry, cracked skin. Developed by a pharmacist. Recommended for daytime use, complimenting nighttime use of the Original Liquid Formula . Use on Hands, Feet, Elbows, Cuticles & More. Our original liquid and creamy daytime products are ideal for the dry split fingers often associated with dry atmosphere weather in wintertime or southwestern climates. My boyfriend has been using this Zim's Crack Creme Creamy Daytime Formula for a week now. He has his hands in water for the most part of the day (he works with a mobile dog groomer). ​On-top of it being a dry time of the year his hands are a mess, cracks all over. I always feel so bad for him, you can tell they hurt. But no more issues, his hands are nice and smooth, crack free thanks to Zim's Crack Creme.  Pair this with the below product and your hands or any other area you need to get rid of dry/cracked skin and it will go away.... and fast.

Only $6.99 and makes a perfect stocking stuffer or gift basket item.

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Zim's MAX CRACK CREME ORIGINAL LIQUID FORMULA Out of stock online at Zim's... but this wonderful product is a liquid that you use a few times a day to make your skin smooth and crack free. My boyfriend uses this every night along with the above crack creme. He first applies this liquid to the top side of his hands and rubs it in. I have used it a few times too since my hands are starting to dry it. It has a pleasant herbal type scent. You can feel it absorb right away into your skin, leaving no greasy residue. He allows it to sit a few minutes then applies the daytime formula. He feels he gets the best results this way. He has VERY dry hands.  Legendary Zim's Crack Crème was developed over 60 years ago by a pharmacist for cement workers complaining of dry, cracked skin on their hands and feet. The pharmacist developed a natural, herbal based product now known as Zinc's Crack Crème. This product has a strong and loyal following of many mechanics, construction, factory and healthcare workers and countless other suffering from dry cracked skin.

Enter below for your chance to win the above reviewed products. You will love them. This is the worst time of the  year for dry hands. Let Zim's help you relive those sore, chapped dry hands with these wonderful cremes.  This also works for dry feet.  ​Excellent must have products for yourself or as a gift.

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ TheEpicenter.com Epic Wipes Review & Giveaway (3 Winners)

TheEpicenter has over 20 Years' Experience in the Preparedness Industry! Year after year, they offer a large inventory of MRE Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) and Freeze Dried and Dehydrated Foods, and just about everything else you may need for your Emergency and Disaster Preparedness, Camping Gear, and Outdoor Recreation supply needs.
They are an authorized dealer and reseller of top rated emergency food products, all manufactured and produced in the USA. They also offer highly rated Water Filters and Water Purificationproducts, Outdoor Emergency Stoves, car and workplace Emergency 72-Hour Kits, best-selling Fuel Storage Treatment products, and much, much more.
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TheEpicenter.com is your one-stop source and a trusted supplier of emergency food and preparedness supplies. They are here for you! For over 20 years now, their vast inventory of product offerings help you prepare for any emergency situation or natural disaster such as an earthquake, tsunami, hurricane, or flood, or for your outdoor recreation activities like camping, backpacking,hiking, hunting, fishing, and biking. Their goal is to bring you the best prices and the best customer service experience possible.

If you are struggling to find that perfect gift for your man, your son or that outdoor lover in your life than look no further. TheEpicenter.com has everything you need from A-Z for campers, hikers, bikers, hunters and preppers. You can great an incredible gift package with the coolest items TheEpicenter.com has to offer.

TheEpicenter.com is always expanding their product line and this time their newest product is a shower in your pocket......well kind of. The Epic Wipe is a must have for your backpack, tackle box or camper. You also need to keep a case of these in your emergency gear.  The Epic Wipe is 16 times larger that your standard wet wipe, biodegradeable, naturally scented using antibacterial essential oils and they are made with 100% bamboo fiber which is a sustainable material. These contain NO parabens and are TOXIC FREE Epic Wipes unfolded towels measure a whopping 31.5" by 19.7"  and when folded up they are 4.5" x 2.75" x 1" so it is truly small enough to fit in a pocket.

​Although theEpic Wipe might be too small for a Kodiak Bear it is the perfect size for you, Joan of Arc and Abe Lincoln.  I have used other brand wet towels that are similar to this but they are honestly soooo much smaller. When I'm out camping or in the woods and need to clean off but I'm no where near a shower I want the largest, most effective wet wipe I can find. Epic Wipes are the best I have seen and used.

Epic Wipes want to make it easy for you to freshen up after doing the activities you love. Why use a stack of standard wipes when you can use just one Epic Wipe to get the job done? Epic Wipes are gentle enough for a s,mores covered munchkin, yet strong enough for a mud-caked mountain biker.

This massive Epic Wipe is strong, durable and tough. It would also be great to keep in the car for trips to the beach and river with your dogs. These are awesome for wiping off the pups and cleaning dirty paws before getting back into the car. You can buy these wipes individually or in a case of 10. I recommend the case of 10 because they are so perfect for everything why just buy one?

TheEpicenter.com is the best place to stock up oncamp and survival gear so buy a giant stocking and stuff it full of products like the Epic Wipe for the outdoor lover you need to shop for. Make sure you check out EVERYTHING TheEpicenter.com has to offer.

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Holiday Gift Giving Idea ~ Great Stocking Stuffer ~ Himalaya Botanique Complete Care Toothpaste & Giveaway

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com), May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meet blogger, I agree to use this product and post my honest opinion on my blog. The opinions posted are my own.

Himalaya Botanique Complete Care Toothpaste

I like putting useful things in stockings along with some fun items and candy. 
This year everyone will get a tube of Himalaya Botanique Complete Care Toothpaste as a stocking stuffer. 
I was lucky enough to get picked from MomsMeet and to try this toothpaste. Something I would of otherwise never tried on my own. I was very impressed. I used a whole tube before hosting my review so I could see if I really liked it, cleaning results and how my teeth responded.

I was very impressed with Himalaya Botanique Complete Care Toothpaste.
I received numerous tubes but decided to try the Himalaya Whitening Toothpaste - Simply Mint first. 
The tubes all come in a cardboard type box with a sleeve like label over that.
The packaging is very nice to me and would look good wrapped in a bow and stuck into a
stocking along with a natural toothbrush. 
We all need to take better care of ourselves and by doing that we need to include our mouth and gums.
Himalaya Botanique Complete Care Toothpaste is the perfect toothpaste to do that with. 
I was very impressed by the whitening power this toothpaste had. 
My teeth have never looked better. I have for the most part white teeth but I do drink a cup of coffee each morning and some tea during the day, so my teeth do get some stains if I don't use a whitening product. I usualy don't use something so natual so didn't think it would work as well. WAS I WRONG! 
My teeth not only look great, but my mouth feel so clean after each brushing. They stay clean & fresh all day. 
The mint is a perfect amount of mint, not over powering at all. 
I now use this toothpaste twice a day and really like the results. 
I also like that I am brushing my teeth with a natural product. 

The Whitening Complete Care Simply Mint uses a powerful combination of Pineapple and Papaya enzymes to whiten teeth, Mint to freshen breath, and Neem, Pomegranate and Xylitol to support healthy-looking gums. In addition, it is fluoride free, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) free, carrageenan free, gluten free and vegan! They combined Neem leaf, hand-harvested from 'the worlds most researched tree' and combined it with the most popular formula in all of Ayurveda - the three renewing fruits of Triphala, along with the powerful pomegranate fruit and the enzymes from papaya and pineapple to create something meaningfully different.

This wonderful company carries a full line of 
clinically studied herbal formulations, certified USDA organic pure herbs,
​and body care products.

​ Fluoride Free   
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Free  
Carrageenan Free  
Gluten Free

A wonderful family owned business since 1930, Himalaya Herbal Healthcare crafts herbal medicines based on Ayurveda, a 5,000 year old system of medicine that believes the journey back to wholeness begins with nurturing the capacity for joy.
Great Product..... Great Company.....

The Oral Care line comes in:

• Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Cinnamon
• Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Mint
• Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Peppermint
• Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Spearmint
• Original Neem & Pomegranate Toothpaste
• Whitening Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Mint
• Whitening Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Peppermint

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Holiday Gift Giving ~ Royal Hawaiian Orchards Review

The Royal Hawaiian story spans decades of macadamia growing, beginning in 1948 with the founding of the Royal Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Company. Though their look has evolved over the years their dedication to health, wellness, and “living Aloha” live on to this day.

At Royal Hawaiian, they believe in the importance of finding balance in today’s fast-paced world. This means the joyful sharing of life and aloha with your family and your community. It means honoring qualities like balance and simplicity. It means being thoughtful about the food you put in your body and respecting the nature that provides it.

Royal Hawaiian Orchards has the best macadamia nuts ever. They have a huge selection of macadamia products from chocolate covered nuts to macadamia nut milk.  This is not your average plain ole macadamia nut shop. They don't only just sell plain macadamia nuts...... they also sell a variety of macadamia nut products and even make delicious fruit & nut crunches. They are a mixture of the rich, buttery taste of roasted macadamias with almonds, yummy fruits and berries.

Are you looking for that perfect snack to serve at your holiday party? Something delicious and good for you that you can fill a bowl with and share with your friends and family? Royal Hawaiian Orchards has so many different flavor varieties of macadamia nuts. I was able to try 3 of their 6 ROASTED MACADAMIAS. The flavors I am enjoying are Natural Macadamias, Sea Salt Macadamias and Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper Macadamia. They are all sooooo yummy. My personal favorite of the three are the Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper. I do love them all though and my big plan is to bake with the natural ones. I think the Natural Macadamias would be awesome in some cookies with chocolate chips. Royal Hawaiian Orchards also sells ROASTED MACADAMIAS in Maui Onion flavor, Hawaiian BBQ and Wasabi Soy.

Royal Hawaiian Orchards Dark Chocolate Hawaiian grown macadamia nuts are heaven. They are covered with smooth dark chocolate & infused with tropical fruit flavors, for an irresistible indulgence. Available in 3 flavors, these little Hawaiian treats can be enjoyed any time of day! The three delectable flavors are Blackberry Goji, Blueberry Acai and Pomegranate Mango. These nuts have that dark rich chocolate covering that love so much. That rich flavor that makes you close your eyes and smile as you chew and it's topped off with the sweet flavor of juicy fruits and berries. I LOVE THESE!!!!

These Dark Chocolate Macadamia Nuts are the perfect stocking stuffer or gift basket addition for the holidays. The most amazing Royal Hawaiian Orchards gift to give is the Royal Hawaiian Orchards Macadamias Island Assortments There are times when it’s just about impossible to have a favorite Royal Hawaiian Orchards variety. That’s why they have created these three all-star assortments. An always-welcome gift to celebrate any occasion. Birthdays, anniversaries, retirements and holidays. Or, as a reminder of special times shared in the Islands. Each assortment contains six bags of Royal Hawaiian Orchards Macadamia Nuts or Crunches.

Macadamia nuts are not just a tasty treat they also have many health benefits. One ounce of macadamias (about 15 nuts)  are an excellent source of thiamin and manganese, they are a good source of dietary fiber and  copper and contain monounsaturated fat, protein,  magnesium, iron and phytosterols. 

From a chemical standpoint, monounsaturated fats are simply fat molecules that have one unsaturated carbon bond in the molecule, this is also called a double bond. Oils that contain monounsaturated fats are typically liquid at room temperature but start to turn solid when chilled. Monounsaturated fats can help reduce bad cholesterol levels in your blood which can lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. They also provide nutrients to help develop and maintain your body’s cells. Oils rich in monounsaturated fats also contribute vitamin E to the diet, an antioxidant vitamin most Americans need more of. One macadamia delivers great nutrition including the largest macronutrients (fat, protein, carbohydrates) to the smallest phytochemicals thought to help prevent cancer and other diseases.

You can find Royal Hawaiian Orchards products in a store near you using the store locator provided on the website:
​http://royalhawaiianorchards.com/apps/store-locator/

Even better you can purchase these items directly from the Royal Hawaiian Orchards website where you can pick from every flavor and product type offered.

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Holiday Gift Givings Ideas ~ HELLO YELLOW Classroom Friendly Supplies Pencil Sharpener ~ MAKES A GREAT TEACHERS GIFT

​The sharpener that all the teachers are talking about!  

When Classroom Friendly Supplies talks about their pencil sharpeners my first thought has always been a sharpener is a sharpener. What makes this one so special. It just sharpens pencils. 
I was totally wrong. This sharpener is very special. Ask any teacher. 
Have you ever been in a classroom while the teacher is speaking, or during a test when the room is silent.
One student gets up due to a broken pencil that sound of sharpening interrupts the whole flow of the room. The teacher get's throw off his/her lesson or the silence of test taking get's broken.
​Your full concentration is gone in seconds. 
​Not anymore. A classroom can go on, no more interruptions once you have a
​Classroom Friendly Supplies Sharpener in  your child's classroom. 

Make this year the BEST year ever. 
Give your child's teacher something they can use, need and want. Classroom Friendly Supplies HELLO  YELLOW pencil sharpener.

My step sister is a teacher. Each time I got one of these handy silent sharpeners I sent it to her to use in her classroom. She swears by them, says they are the best. So I have heard from a actual teacher the feedback. They are truly needed in all classrooms from grade school to high school. 
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Very easy to use, works on any standard sized pencil. You don't have to worry about your child over sharpening and wasting pencils it automatically stops once the perfect point is formed. This prevents over-sharpening.
The tray is clear the teacher or student can see when it's full. Plus it's super easy to slide out and clean. 
Children as young as 5 years of age can use this. 
A clamp is included so it can mount to pretty much any surface or you can keep it off the mount and make it portable.

If you have more then one child you can get a discount if you get one for every child's teacher. 

A "must have" for every teacher. A unique and practical teacher gift. Old-school retro look. Quiet sharpening eliminates classroom interruptions.  Automatic stopping once the perfect point is formed. This prevents over-sharpening. Works on standard sized pencils. Clear plastic disposal tray for easy cleaning. Easy to use (as young as 5 years of age.) Sturdy metal frame (approximately 3"x 3"x 5") Portable or mounts to a surface. Clamp included. Did I already mention that it was quiet?

Get a 3 Pack for only $17.99 per sharpener!

Holiday Gift Giving ~ Hidden Springs Maple Review & Giveaway

Hidden Springs Maple is a family maple farm located in Putney, Vermont. They offer 100% natural and organic maple syrup tapped on family farms in Vermont.  Their products are available in their farm store, over the web and at restaurants and specialty stores throughout the US.

I love Hidden Springs Maple. I have been enjoying their delicious syrups for a while now and it makes my waffles super yummy. Some of you might remember the Candied Bacon that my family made and ate months ago with Hidden Springs Maple syrup. It is to die for and we will be making more of it this holiday season not only for ourselves but as edible gifts to give our friends. Hidden Springs Maple syrup is all natural, and all locally produced. There are no additives of any kind used during the harvesting of their maple sap or during the boiling of theirmaple syrup. Their maple syrup is hand-packed for freshness and exceptional flavor. You can purchase it in a variety of grades and packaging.

Hidden Springs Maple sells so much more than just syrup. They sell candy, fudge, pancake mix and a few of my favorites.......

Organic Maple Sugar and Organic Maple Cream

​I am having a blast with these two products. The organic maple sugar is perfect for so many things. This holiday season is the best time to grab some up and provide a little variety for your guests and family.

This Organic Granulated Maple Sugar comes in a 1 pound attractive Hidden Spring Maple metal canister.  Pure maple sugar is a healthy substitute for refined cane sugar. The maple flavor of this sugar tastes delicious in tea, coffee or anytime you’d like a cane sugar substitute.  It is organic and kosher certified. I have been experimenting with this maple sugar in my baked goods. I love to bake and try new things. I make treats for all my clients for the holidays so creating something new is always fun and a great addition to their gifts.  Try baking Maple cookies with this sugar, you can substitute your regular sugar and use this maple sugar. What you need to do is for instance instead of 1 cup of white sugar use 3/4 cup maple sugar . Also because this maple sugar is a tan color your baked goods will brown more so don't be alarmed. It will turn out amazing.

​The Vermont Maple Cream is a must have for every household. This should truly be a staple in your home. If you are looking for a delicious breakfast spread for your toast, english muffins, scones, bagels, crepes or waffles then try this pure Organic Maple Cream for a true maple flavor in the morning or any time of day. Made from Grade A Light Amber, 100% pure maple syrup. This jar of heaven is available in 8 oz. and 2.8 oz. sizes.  I am going to make homemade donuts soon and cover the tops in this Vermont Maple Cream. It's so good you can just eat a spoonful of it all by itself. I decided to get creating with the maple sugar and maple cream combination and make a delectable new cookie for my treat trays.

Here is my recipe: ​2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup butter spread (I use country crock ) 1/2 cup butter  2/3 cup granulated sugar or 1/2 cup HSM organic maple sugar 2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract                          Topping: HSM Vermont Maple Cream for the top and HSM Organic Maple Sugar to sprinkle on cream

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease your baking sheets and set them aside.

Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a bowl and set aside.

In a large bowl or mixer beat butter, butter spread (country crock), with sugar until fluffy. Then beat in egg and vanilla. Once this is beaten together begin to add your flour mixture a little at a time until fully blended. 

Bake for 10 minutes

Important!!!! Place your baked cookies on a cooling tray and wait until they are totally cool before spreading the HSM Vermont Maple Cream on top. If you don't wait until cool then the cream will melt and slide off. 

Once your HSM Vermont Maple Cream is deliciously spread over your cookie sprinkle HSM Organic Maple Sugar on top. YUMMY!!! You have just created the most amazing Hidden Springs Maple soft and creamy cookie. High Five!!!

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