Birchbox Un-boxing | July 2013

It's Birchbox time again y'all! :) I'm so sorry I have not posted in the last couple of days, Matt and I snuck away to Atlanta for the weekend. (Silas and Miri-less photos below) ;) I got to shop in a two-story Forever 21 for like 2.5 hours lol. (poor poor husband) I may have to do an OOTD with some of the the stuff I purchased. We had a blast.

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The next two photos were taken using my grandmother's Olympus E-410 camera. I'm toying around with the idea of purchasing an SLR - so I wanted to try one out.

Eyeko | Skinny Liquid Eyeliner Full-size, $16
Kerastase | Chroma Thermique - Protect Full-size, $42
Vivant Skin Care | Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash Full-size, $31
Purminerals | CC Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Full-size, $38
Birchbox | Bobby Pins Set of Six, $5
Unlike last month's box, I was really excited about this one. My skin has been going absolutely cray lately. :( I have a dermatologist appointment scheduled for next month. (Not soon enough!) I only called them 3 months ago for this appointment! Does it take you that long to make an appointment with your doctor? (Geez louise) So maybe the acid wash can work some miracle for me? I'm also pretty stoked about trying out this CC Cream, I think I may apply some of that before I run to Target in a bit and see how it does. Yesterday I tried the liner and I found it pretty tricky to use. I wish it was in brown - it would totally rock as a brow pen! (Alas, it's purple) I have to say that I'm least excited about the Kerastase hair goop, I already have so many different kinds of conditioners. I am willing to give it a try though. :)
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Pretty nice eh? What brand of SLR camera do you recommend?

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ChicoBag Review & Giveaway!

"Don't Feed the Bag Monster" reusable bag

$6.99 at ChicoBag.com ♥

I discovered this nifty reusable bag company right before I got pregnant with Silas, and I have been a big fan ever since. I actually noticed a large basket of them for sale by the register at my local Earth Fare recently - go ChicoBag! :) This company has such a commitment to our environment and it makes me really happy to see their products catching on. Today I'm going to review their limited edition "Don't Feed the Bag Monster" bag, that is produced on their Original style bag. (I own a couple of these in different colors) I find that they are very handy for thrift shopping, I like to clip mine onto Miri's stroller. The best feature about the ChicoBags is the little integrated pouch that they stuff into. They are a perfect handbag size...or diaper bag size for that matter, so then you're never without it! They are also light-weight and very sturdy - I have not ripped one yet! (25 pound carrying capacity) This particular style comes with two convenient handles and a carabiner - so your bag can be clipped anywhere. (Keys, jeans, etc) I love they they are not bulky like most of the shopper bags you see in stores, and they come in so many fancy colors! (Go check them out) I believe I will carry my new ChicoBag down to the farmer's market this weekend. :) Have you never tried one of these?

Oh - I know you would. ;)

It's another giveaway y'all! If you entered my last contest then you know how this whole thang works. The contest runs for a total of 7 days, and then Rafflecopter randomly selects a winner. If you "like" my Facebook page and follow me on Twitter it increases your chance of winning. The lucky person selected will receive one "Don't Feed the Bag Monster" ChicoBag. Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your favor. (Oh - I went there.)

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Gardein Review & Giveaway!

Watch-out-now! It's a fat-mcfatty-food-post! I've been a vegetarian since early 2007. It is seriously one of the best decisions I've ever made. (Now - if only I could convince my husband to join me lol.) Today I'm going to talk about Gardein. They are the maker of deliciously meatless foods, and you have to give them a try! (Even Matt likes their food!)

Mmm...what a tasty Kroger haul. I'm a little sad though, because I couldn't find the classic style buffalo wings or the crispy chick'n sliders. (Bummer) Their food is just phenomenal, it's really better than most meat substitutes I have tried. (I have tried a lot.) I would have to say that the little burger sliders are probably my favorite so far. 

(Does this remind you of crabby patties from Spongebob too lol?)

These little things are only 150 calories! That makes me pretty darn happy, considering I'm currently on a diet. They also make great healthy snacks for your little ones. Some people might try to whine about the price - but you have to consider that each package contains multiple servings. The only thing that disappoints me about Gardein is the limited selection in my area. There are so many drool-worthy options on their website...and like 4 different kinds at the grocery stores. (Boo-hiss-boo) I will just go ahead and blame all that business on Kroger and Publix. I should probably just be thankful that I can find them at all. (Where to buy?) I also have to recommend their chipotle lime crispy fingers. (Not pictured) I cooked some of those in the camper on our recent beach trip, and my entire family thought they smelled amazing. 

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Now onto the really exciting part! You can give Gardein a try for FREE.

It's a giveaway y'all! All you have to do is follow the steps below to enter. The lucky winner will receive this snazzy neoprene lunch bag with 3 free product coupons! Fancy!

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