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ShopPlayWin at Albertson’s with Monopoly!

March 10, 2021

This post is sponsored by Sivan Social. All comments and opinions are my own.

Grocery shopping-It’s either something you love or loathe. If you are a Mom of small children you know how grocery shopping can be better some days that others. Our local Albertson’s right down the street is one of our favorite places to shop, not to mention it has a Starbucks too! Making grocery shopping FUN for all the Moms while getting things checked of that list!

Another thing we love about our Albertson’s is the Monopoly game. We’ve been playing for years and this time it’s a bit different because you no longer need a paper board or all the paper pieces of the puzzle. I actually end up losing half my pieces because I can’t keep up with them anyway. So I’m super excited about the new ShopPlayWin App. The App keeps track of all your game pieces, prizes, and coupons all in one spot!

So far I have won several coupons, free bread, and tickets to enter some amazing prizes. The Monopoly game is going on March 3rd – May 4th, 2021. You can get your game pieces at ACME, Albertsons, Albertsons Market, Carrs, Jewel Osco, Market Street, Pavilions, Randalls, Safeway, Shaws, Star Market, Tom Thumb and Vons.

You will still be handed your tickets at check out – based on your grocery purchase.

Download the App from your phone’s App store and scan each ticket in. Easy as that! You can throw it away because it’s already been scanned and accounted for.

These are some of the things I’ve won so far:

Enter your tokens to win some BIG prizes too!

There are signs all over the store telling you which items are eligible for a “Monopoly Ticket”. There are over $230,000,000 in prizes!

Heidi helped me pick out a balloon and some Fortnite V-Bucks for her big brother’s birthday 🙂

If you get a Valpak in your mailbox -open to see if you’re an instant winner of a $100 gift card and to get more details on how to win groceries for life!

You also have the chance to win Savings.com’s #GoShopPlayWin gift card giveaway HERE!!!

—–>RSVP to join the #GoShopPlayWin Twitter party at 10AM PT/1PM ET on Thursday, March 25th, to talk about the game and for even more chances to win a $100 gift card.

With so many chances to win you will never walk away empty handed and I can’t wait to join in on all the fun parties and keep playing the Monopoly game at our favorite Albertson’s.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Game tickets end 5/4/21. Must be resident of an eligible U.S. state listed in rules; 18+. Visit www.shopplaywin.com for full rules, incl. how to enter without purchase. Series MON-14. MONOPOLY™ & © 1935, 2021 Hasbro, Pawtucket, RI 02861-1059 USA. All Rights Reserved. TM & ® denote U.S. Trademarks. Hasbro is not a sponsor of this promotion.

Girls Trip: 2021 Toyota Avalon

February 12, 2021

My bestie Ellen and I recently went on a girls trip to celebrate a friend’s 40th birthday and we both also turn 40 in a couple of months…*cough* *cough*

Anyway, we will talk about that dreaded milestone later. On our road trip I got the chance to drive the brand new 2021 Avalon up to Hot Springs, AR. It’s so beautiful and scenic up there. We must have seen at least 100 deer and despite the rain all weekend we had a great time visiting, eating, and watching movies. We also took a trip to Ulta to check out makeup and hair goodies. Ya know all the stuff girls do 🙂I owned an Avalon for 11 years and it is still my VERY favorite car that I’ve ever owned. I miss it…and each time I drive the newer versions it just reiterates why I love the Avalon so much.

I shall point out a few of my favorite features for y’all in case you want to check them out:

Heads up display. Know your speed- day and night. It’s right in front of your eyeballs.

This midnight blue color is gorgeous! I’m rolling up picking Ellen up for our trip.

Navigation is key, especially on those city highways to country roads.

Booty warmers and Booty air conditioners make my life complete. This will DEFINITELY be in my next car. We sure did have a good time jamming to XM Radio and 90’s on 9 too. All the songs we grew up with. We always stop at Burger King…that’s our place to go. Their Impossible Whopper is LEGIT y’all!

Drivers side view. This tan/brown leather is the perfect color. It’s super soft and rich and the perfect go-between a dark and light shade.

Oh! I also got to visit with my twin sister Bonnie who drove up to Hot Springs to visit too! Yay!

Backup and overhead cameras

The back seat area is as spacious as an SUV, and even has more room than some SUV’s on the market. It’s definitely a luxury ride.

Front dash display and cupholders for all the different sized cups.

These are the adorable cottages we stayed at in Hot Springs. They were so nice and clean on the inside. Each one even has a garage- but they were in the middle of a reno so we parked outside. They are doing a great job at updating all the cottages though.

Check out the 2021 Toyota Avalon HERE or you can also go to my Instagram HERE and watch my “CARS” stories to see the entire video.

Thanks for reading…and looking forward to a healthier & happier 2021 and some fun TRAVEL!!!

It’s Almost FALL & I’m Here For It Y’ALL!

September 16, 2020

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx

Fall is finally right around the corner. I know everyone is trying to rush 2020 outta here. I really hope we can all enjoy the fall season and the holidays that bring joy and happiness this time of year as well. Being locked up indoors has everyone struggling to look and feel their best these days. Oh what I wouldn’t give for an actual pedicure!!! I don’t think I’ve had one since February, but thank goodness it’s almost boot season, then perhaps I don’t care as much. It’s more about feeling better about myself. Even if I am just at home in my jammies.

I recently got the opportunity to try some fun new items with BabbleBoxx that lifted my spirits and helped me look and feel better. This box was filled with items that were used to pamper and treat myself to a fun makeover. I’d love to share my experience with you and some awesome discount codes too!

The first item was a Custom Hair Dye from e-Salon. I’ve actually used e-Salon hair color a few times now and really love it. E-Salon mixed my very own custom color according to what I’m looking for. It’s made-to-order, custom hair color individually crafted by a colorist to achieve your ultimate color goal. The first couple of times I wanted to tweak my hair color a bit, so in the notes on my next shipment I included which direction I wanted to go. I prefer an ash blonde color instead of a more golden tone. Eventually we found something that works for me. If you are a Blondie like me I highly recommend the Blonde Neutralizer Tint Rinse. It gets rid of unwanted yellow and brassy tones and it makes a world of difference for blonde hair. The kit includes:

Your personal colorist will factor in your color goals and you can even submit photos of your current hair color and what you would like it to look like. It helps your stylist get a better idea of what you are looking for. Your personal colorist can formulate a shade down to the exact combination of depth and tone that lets you be you. Made-to-order, and never mass produced, our custom color creates less waste. Making it sustainable and better for the environment.

Here is my BEFORE + AFTER my hair color makeover:

I used to read like 10 books a month before Heidi was born. I still read these days, but not near as much as I used to. I’ve always been an avid reader and when I find a good book it’s hard to tear myself away. There’s no greater escape than a good book! A Fool’s Paradise from Robyn Williams lures readers into an intriguing world of lifelike imagery and memorable, colorful characters. A Fool’s Paradise is robust with suspense, romance, tragedy, humor and elements of the supernatural intricately woven into a series of well-conceived plot twists guaranteed to leave readers spellbound.

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
A Fool’s Paradise reveals the story of Dr. Aaryn Jamison, one of the nation’s most prominent African American physicians. She is brilliant, successful and has a penchant for mountain climbing. Gifted with healing hands, she is more comfortable in the healing realm of the supernatural than she is in a glittering world of lustful, intimacy starved, celebrity-driven fortune seekers. Enter Jayson Denali, internationally acclaimed Academy award-winning actor. The handsome, charismatic superstar rose from meager beginnings to become king among Hollywood’s elite. Passions simmer and fate plunges these two down a startling road of self-discovery fraught with meddling parents, scheming ex-lovers, jealous co-stars and an ever watchful, over-protective entourage. Savor the richness, enchantment, and emotionally infused chemistry of genuine relationships of the heart. Robyn Williams’ A Fool’s Paradise melds passion, suspense and the supernatural as Dr. Aaryn Jamison, one of the nation’s most prominent African American physicians, meets Jayson Denali, internationally acclaimed Academy award-winning actor. The characters’ stories of growing up poor, becoming self-aware survivors, trusting in mentors along the way and then strangely falling for them are so relatable, one becomes an unwitting passenger on the tumultuous journey borne between this book’s two covers.
I’ve read the first few chapters so far and I can’t wait to dig into it some more. It’s looking like a pretty good read so far! Also, Hollywood insiders take note: There’s a really good film on the horizon here.
You can purchase the e-book for $4.49 HERE.

The next product is GrandeLIPS Hydrating Lip Plumper is a high gloss, volumizing lip plumper infused with a nourishing cocktail of Volulip™ and hyaluronic acid for instant and long-term hydrating benefits. This plumper instantly improves lip volume in 3-5 minutes and hydrates dry areas. GrandeLIPS Plumper’s unique cushion applicator easily wipes clean & combines effortlessly with other lip products. My lips get so dry, especially when cooler weather hits. When I tried this product I could definitely feel it “plumping” and it really moisturized my dry lips.
Use Promo Code: SELFCARE10 for 10% off entire purchase on grandecosmetics.com

I’m loving this Hand Sanitizer from Born Basic. Born Basic was “born” from the desire to accomplish a very basic goal: making an everyday product readily available for the everyday person. Company spokesperson states, “There are no gimmicks and flashy packaging to distract from what the product is. Our messaging is very straightforward and basic so the customer knows exactly what they are getting.”
This hand sanitizer glides on easily and does not leave a sticky residue or have a strong alcohol smell. (The smell is actually really really nice!) The updated re-launch of Born Basic made sure to include an alcohol content of 62% as well as moisture preserving agents to give the best feel and consumer experience. There is no strong alcohol smell and the packaging is fun, clean, and basic, as well as the product is easy to use!
Born Basic Hand sanitizer is 62% instead of 70% alcohol or 65% alcohol – which is more moisturizing with less alcohol content but still effectively kills germs per FDA guidelines.

I found a whole bunch at my local Super Target last weekend. The price point is very affordable – 33 ounce at $5.99, 16.9 ounce at $3.99, 3 ounce at $1.99. It comes in 3 sizes.
Born Basic is a US company & family owned which I love! You can find it exclusively at Target stores or on their website HERE.
And last, but not least are a couple of fab products from Kerasal. Kerasal is a leading brand in footcare for tough to tackle foot problems. Whether you are looking to for an at home pedicure solution for dry, cracked feet or looking to tackle tough toenail problems, Kerasal has you covered. Did I mention before that my last pedicure was in February???

A) Kerasal Intensive Foot Repair: This is an exfoliating moisturizer that is clinically proven to hydrate/moisturize dry feet while exfoliating away dead skin. Visible results in 1 Day (or overnight). High customer satisfaction appealing to consumer need for “at home pedicure”. Most people often see visible results after just one application.
B) Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair: This is solution to improve the appearance of nails damaged by a variety of conditions. Kerasal’s patented formula helps improve nail appearance by reducing discoloration, smoothing thesurface, normalizing thickness and hydrating the nail. Its effective, clear formula penetrates the nail to restore a healthy appearance. Whether it is Nail Fungus, Nail Psoriasis, Aging Nails, or Gel Manicure Damaged Nails – look to Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair for a visible difference.

I have the weakest nails and I can’t wait to dig into these and help my feet and nails look and feel better. Kerasal products can be found on Amazon or Target.

It’s almost fall and I’m HERE for it ya’ll! I hope you enjoyed my review of all these fun items to get you ready to cozy up for fall and check them out yourselves. BabbleBoxx always sends the best things to try and I’m so incredibly thankful for such an awesome company that allows me to share with you! In the mean time go get yourself a pumpkin spice latte, read a novel, dye your hair, give yourself a pedicure and all that good stuff! Most of all HAVE FUN!!!

xo Becky

Rolling Right Along with the Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo!™ Walker by Bright Starts™

June 29, 2020

This post is sponsored by Bright Starts™ but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

This post is sponsored by Kids2 but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Gosh you guys. This year has been so slow because of everything going on, but at the same time time has flown by. Heidi will turn a year old in less than two months. I can’t believe it’s already been almost a YEAR with our sweet girl. Heidi is crawling everywhere and pulling up on anything she can get her hands on. I have a feeling she’s going to be our wild child because she’s a lot more curious and into things than her brother was. Separation anxiety is in full force and she wants to be wherever we are or she has a complete melt down! Ha! Being a Mom is the best and also one of the hardest, most self sacrificing jobs on the planet. I would do anything for my kids and I hope they always know that.

We recently had the opportunity to try out the new Bright Starts™ Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo!™ Walker. Heidi loves to sit up and follow us around, so I knew she would love this walker. She’s standing up and hanging onto things right now. Bouncing from one thing to the next as long as she’s hanging onto something. I know it’s just a matter of time before she starts walking. This is a great product that gives her independence until she’s ready to take off!

Bright Starts is a great brand and we really enjoy all the fun and interactive toys they have. We love watching Sesame Street. I grew up watching Sesame Street…even my nursery as a baby was Sesame Street! It’s something that brings back nostalgia for me and also has the classic characters everyone loves. The Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo! ™ Walker was super easy to put together. It took me less than 10 minutes, and I am not handy at all! Now we can take a “neighborhood stroll inside the house” since we aren’t really going many places these days.

The new Bright Starts + Sesame Street products include baby and toddler toys, gyms, bouncers, a door jumper and this walker!

Features of the I Spot Elmo! Walker include:

● More than 30 songs, sounds, & sayings by Elmo & his Sesame Street friends!

● Removable toy station lights up and plays music for on the go fun – just tap the Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird buttons

● Includes Elmo bat-at toy, mirror and multi color bead chaser

● 3 height positions grow with infants

● Safety features include rubber brakes and sturdy frame

● Easy fold frame for storage

● Recommended for 6-12 months

Heidi can’t stop rolling around. She’s been rolling in this walker since we got it and the light up Sesame Street characters and voices make her giggle. The Elmo & friends: Favorite Sesame Street characters help baby discover letters, numbers and colors / Classic songs from Elmo, Cookie Monster & Big Bird. (This is detachable from the walker for floor play or travel)

This walker also grows WITH your baby and has 3 height positions. A removable toy station with lights and music. It’s also designed with a sturdy frame and rubber brakes.

Heidi says “Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?”

We’ve had so much fun playing with this walker and if you are in the market for one I highly recommend this I Spot Elmo! Walker found at Walmart. Click HERE to add to your cart now!

Always Eat After 7PM: Recipes & Resources

June 18, 2020

This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own.

Eat After 7pm Update: GOALS

Eating less sugar

Eating less carbohydrates

Gaining energy

Feeling better about my overall health

I find when I’m up and about running around or getting exercise I generally FEEL better. Not necessarily to look better, but to feel better. Taking Heidi on stroller walks around the neighborhood and keeping a routine schedule have helped me accomplish my goals. I’m always hungry later in the day and this diet caters to people like me. You can still eat later and even before bed. You can even have your favorite foods every day! This is definitely a “lifestyle” diet, and that’s what I prefer. See post ONE & TWO for more info!

Here is a great exert from the book:

“Having carbs in the evening is also a great weight loss strategy. When you’re active, your body burns mainly carbohydrates and muscle glycogen for energy. By eating carbs at night, you allow your body to use them to restore glycogen for energy the next day and provide your body with the glucose it needs to regulate your blood sugar levels during sleep.”

You can also eat treats like these No Bake Salted Caramel Bars

At first glance, there’s no way something this delicious could be healthy—right? Wrong. Packed with “friendly fats” and minimal carbs, this recipe makes for the perfect treat after dinner or even before bed. The coconut oil and coconut flour offer a naturally occurring source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that your body can easily absorb and burn as energy, which may aid weight loss. The pecans add an extra boost of healthy fats, plant-based protein, and fiber. Raw nuts have also been associated with reduced risk of heart disease and even deaths associated with cancer and diabetes. This combination of healthy fats will keep blood sugar at bay before bed (or any time of day), keeping your body in a fat burning environment.

You can even freeze them well and keep them for snacking.

Learn more about the book and how to purchase HERE.

And check out more information on recipes in the video below.

Always Eat After 7PM: Week 2

June 16, 2020

This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own.

Okay, so I know that most of us were told that eating after 7pm was a complete NO NO. As I mentioned in my last post I’m trying to change my way of thinking about food so I can feel better and have more energy. Heidi is about to turn one, and the excuse “I just had a baby” won’t be valid anymore….so why not try something new! I like to try new things and I have a super busy lifestyle. Sometimes I don’t get to eat until after everyone else in my family does. After reading this I don’t feel so guilty about eating later and also making better choices.

Here is some more info about the author:

Always Eat Author Questions and Answers

Q1: What inspired you to write the book?

After authoring 6 best selling books it was glaringly obvious there were 2 huge misconceptions about dieting that needed to be exposed. The first is that you can’t eat late at night or before bed, which science now shows is NOT true. And second, you can’t eat large portions that satisfy your natural instinct. This book solves both these problems by providing an evidence-based, enjoyable approach to dieting that can be used by any person to quickly achieve their weight loss goals.

Q2: How long did it take for you to develop the diet?

It actually took several years of researching for me to discover the real science of eating late night. After a few years of tweaking and refining, I finally came up with a rapid fat loss solution that overcomes all the pitfalls of traditional diets.

Q3: What was the most surprising discovery when you were researching scientific data for the diet?

That almost everything my college education and certifications taught me was NOT grounded in published scientific research.

Q4: You’re a six-time best selling author, what is different about this book compared to your others?

Although many of the concepts are similar, the biggest difference is that you don’t have to deprive yourself of your favorite foods. You don’t have to deal with the burden of eating every few hours. And you don’t have to skip the carbs at dinnertime or avoid eating before bed.

Q5: How difficult is the Always Eat After 7 PM plan to follow?

It’s not. And that’s exactly why I wrote the book. While any diet is never truly easy, it can be more enjoyable and much easier to adhere to when you understand how Always Eat After 7pm works because it caters to our bodies natural instincts.

Q6: If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?

Born To Impact

Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion is now available to purchase. Learn more about the book and how to purchase HERE.

UPDATE: Right now I’m on a pretty good path and I know where my weaknesses lie. SUGAR. That’s my number one issue. If you know what yours is and are ready to face it head on then it doesn’t matter when you eat….even if it’s after 7PM! It’s all about choices. Trying to make the right ones and change my lifestyle is the choice I’m making. Feeling good for me is more mental than physical, so however I can get on track with that is good with me!

Why You Should Always Eat After 7PM!

May 28, 2020

This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own.

Since having a baby this past year it’s been rough getting back into pre-baby shape (not just physically, but mentally as well!) Especially because I’m much older this time around. Mama’s metabolism just isn’t what it used to be. I’m excited to read an advance copy of “Always Eat After 7 PM” by Joel Marion and see what tips I can learn to help myself feel better & have more energy. Over the next month, I’ll be sharing my experience of the book and diet. Basically, the Always Eat After 7 PM plan consists of: The 14-day Acceleration Phase to kick-start the program and see rapid results, The Main Phase where you’ll learn exactly which foods to eat when in order to achieve your weight-loss goals, The Lifestyle Phase to keep the weight off for good. The most challenging times to curb hunger are just before bed and in the morning. By following the Always Eat After 7PM program, you have the most willpower to stay on the diet because you are eating during the hours when you are most hungry. This also puts you into both intermittent fasting increasing testosterone and your metabolism, while putting you into ketosis.

Check out these helpful videos below for some more information on the book and lifestyle tips.

INTRO TO THE BOOK:

TIPS FROM THE BOOK:

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE DIET: