Saga of Wealth Book Review

Saga of Wealth by Cassia Cassitas

This is a long read for a kindle so I will warn you of that (though maybe it is just for me because I have such terrible eyes). Cassia's writing is really easy to follow and makes reading the book easy as well. The book is set during the financial crisis of 2008 and touches on subjects such as the real estate market, unemployment, self employment, etc. You get to follow Ricardo and his wife while they try to make decisions regarding their growing family's financial future.

The book is available on amazon as an eBook for $3.99 or you can invest in the paperback copy (I LOVE physically having a book in my possession) for 10.28.

Directly from their Amazon page (to give you just a bit more information on the book directly from them): 

Saga of Wealth is a historical fiction novel set during the financial crisis of 2008.

The novel tells a story of people who live in the era of finance, fund implementation risk and the quest for money and power. People that, despite real estate bubbles, subprime securities and unemployment, envision and pursue paths of prosperity.

Luxe Beauty Eyebrow Growth Serum Review

I received this eyebrow growth serum from Luxe Beauty in exchange for my review. I feel I cannot give it a complete and total review because it's only been about 3 weeks and it really takes eight weeks to allow it to work well. However, there is some noticeable thickness that wasn't there before.

In order to achieve full effects use this product twice daily (morning and night) on freshly cleaned skin. Also allow it time to dry completely. A positive to this serum is that it has little to no scent so you don't not need to worry about a strong cosmetic smell.

If you are interested in trying this product for yourself it is available on Amazon for $29.99

CLIA Stretchmark cream review

Keep in mind going into this that it is a smoothing cream. The Amazon title does show removal of stretch marks but this is really to smooth them over. The ingredients in this are really nice. Make sure you use this twice a day (morning and at night) and also allow it time to dry before putting on your clothes. Allow a full eight weeks also before you determine if this is the cream for you. Anything before eight weeks is not really giving it enough time to work. This isn't a miracle cream but it can help SOME! I received this product for testing purposes in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

If you would like to try it for yourself they do have it available for a very reasonable price on amazon of $10.95

X-Chef Corkscrew and Wine Stopper Set

I drink a lot of wine (not at once, of course!) so I can destress and unwind after work. So when I was given the opportunity to order and receive this corkscrew and stopper set in exchange for my honest review I was excited. 

This set is well made and does everything it is intended to. It opens my wine bottle and then closes it when I don't finish it the entire bottle (ha!). 

It is available for purchase on Amazon for $8.99 currently. This would make a great stocking stuffer next week and there is still enough time to receive it before Christmas with prime shipping!

Children's Probiotic Review

I love that these probiotics have no sugar, are NON-GMO and are made in the USA. They also have no gluten, lactose, wheat, soy,eggs, shellfish, and tree nuts which make it very allergy friendly. The lid is easy to open with the pop top so I don't have to fight the bottle trying to get a pill out for my daughter. 

Each pearl has 3 billion CFU's and are time released to maximize results. They are VERY tiny pills and only one a day is needed which makes this an amazing price for a 60 day supply. The flavor is awful so definitely use a delicious drink after or maybe a snack (apple sauce perhaps? whatever your child prefers will work!) in order to get rid of the taste. I guess you can't necessarily have a delicious pill AND great results...would definitely prefer it to not taste great but perform well if I had to choose! 

Head on over to Amazon if you want to purchase a bottle yourself for $11.87

--I received this product in exchange for my honest review, all opinions are my own.--

Forever Flex Exercise Ball Review

Available in black and purple!

I try to live a semi-healthy lifestyle which means exercising when time permits (single mom to a very active toddler!). I have rods in my back from scoliosis however, so there are a lot of physical things that cause me more pain. So, I'm a bit limited in the exercises I can do. I really liked using these type of exercise balls during physical therapy after my surgery, so I was thrilled to be given the opportunity to receive one discounted in exchange for my honest review of it.

I am happy with it! It comes with the hand air pump to blow it up which is super convenient. The first thing I noticed is that it is very durable and strong. 

Fitness balls have various exercise purposes:  It can be used as part of a pilates program or for yoga (I am trying to get into yoga to help with my back after the surgery). Fitness balls can also improve your core and overall strength as well. 

If you would like to order your own they are available on Amazon for under $25

Mamaway Ring Sling Review

Over the past couple of years I have used different carriers for my daughter (she is now 2.5) and I love trying new ones out. She doesn't like to be worn as much now (she prefers to run free...which I do not prefer for her!). 

I received this ringsling from mamaway in exchange for my honest review and figured that was the perfect opportunity to test out a new (to me) ring sling and then add it to my new mommy gift basket for the next baby shower I attend. 

I saw the reasoning on another post regarding the use of nylon rings versus metal and I think that's a great idea. Being able to transfer sleeping baby without worrying about waking them is a major thing for a new parent (or a seasoned parent with a new baby!). 

The fabric is great and works for just about anyone...it is gender neutral for baby and parents! Ring slings are a great option when baby is smaller because you can keep them close while they sleep or breastfeed.

Pick up your own mamaway ring sling on Amazon for $69.99

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Eye-Popping Oddities! Review

I have always been interested in Ripley’s Believe It or Not items since I have yet to make it to a museum (I live too far away!). This book is amazing. It has so much information and you receive a large book filled with crazy facts for such a great price. You will find “eye-popping oddities” for just about every imaginable category – whether it be animals, tattoos, bugs, plants, accidents, food, etc.

There is something for everyone in this book and even some things you will wish you never saw or heard of so be careful with some photos and stories as they are not for the faint of heart! I believe this book has made me a fan and I may need to add to my collection because it's just fun to learn new things.

Check their book out here for $14.99

I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Desk Flag Review

I was given the opportunity to receive and review a custom desk flag from www.deskflags.com and overall I am satisfied with the quality. The flag itself is made from vinyl and is on a flag pole with a tip that is not overly sharp. It also came with a clip so you can clip it to your desk. 

The company sent me a custom flag with my company's name on it along with the American Flag in the background. I think it is a good quality and would work for personal or professional usage.

I also did a video review which I posted on YouTube and shows more detail than my photo does justice for. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUUSc1jhJYI

I received this flag for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Tooth Fairy Pillow Review

This tooth fairy pillow is really cute and I'm excited for my daughter to get older so I can use this with her (she's 2.5 currently). The pillow is well made from a felt type material. It has a really cute pocket on the back that you can place the tooth in and then exchange it out for the money. I think this will be a great little keep sake to have. 

They have one for girls and one for boys if you are interested in gender specifics (I'm not but I did receive the "girly" one. Either way I think they are both adorable!). They also have them in the shape of an owl, monkey, ninja, pirate, and kitty cat. This is available for purchase on Amazon for $15.99

**I received this pillow discounted or free in exchange for my honest review.**

INTENSIVE WRINKLE FREE ANTI AGING EYE CREAM Review

First Botany's wrinkle free anti aging eye cream is perfect if you're a (single) mom like I am and need help hiding your age after your child has helped age you even quicker! I have been using it on and off for a couple of weeks. I have noticed some difference but believe I need to use it more consistently to tell fully.

I love that this company advertises they are cruelty free and do not test on animals. This product is meant to be effective at firming and plumping the skin, quickly reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and addressing the issues of puffy eyes and dark circles under eyes. 

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Glycerin*, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil*, Sodium Hyaluronate (L), Cetyl Alcohol, Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, Retinyl Palmitate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Perfluorodecalin, Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene, Perfluorohexane, Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Tocopherol (D-alpha), Tocotrienols, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Dextran, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol *Certified Organic Ingredient

*I received this product discounted or free in exchange for my honest review.*

Fast Mile Car Sunshade Sock Review

This car sun shade sock is a very interesting concept that I had never seen or thought of before. You just roll it down over your door frame and it fits tight like a sock or a glove. You can still roll your window down and don't have to worry about the sun damaging your child's eyes or making them super hot. It helps keep them cool and safe back there.

I admit this is a strange concept for me and I may not use it on a daily basis but I will definitely use it for my daughter around town (especially in the summer - Charleston heat can be intense!) or on road trips when she will be in the car for a long period of time. It also came with a bag to keep the car sun shade socks in when you are not using them.

These are currently out of stock on Amazon but here is the link so you can check back. 

*I received this product discounted in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.*

ThatsNice Bath Toy Organizer Review

If you need a way to keep your child's bath toys housed in one spot then look no further than the ThatsNice mesh bath toy organizer. You need to get a mesh bathtub toy organizer to make your life easier. No more looking for that toy around the bathroom when it's bath time. And when you want to take a bath without your little (yes, that can happen again..ONE DAY) then you can easily keep the toys out of your way by having them in one spot and out of your way.

If you don't need one in your home then these are also great gifts for any parents you know. I have three of these in my house..one for each bathroom and then a spare to give as a gift.

--I received this product discounted in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.--

Puzzingo Kids Puzzles Review

Puzzingo is an interactive children's app for your phone or tablet which is available for iPhone or Android systems. Their puzzles help your children expand their vocabulary, memory, and cognitive skills so it's not just a game app that will "rot their brains" but instead will help them grow!

Puzzingo uses voice actors instead of machine generated voices so that each word has the proper annunciation thus teaching your child new words and how to properly say them. Their puzzles include common core subjects as colors, shapes, food, numbers, and the alphabet.

iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id444722625

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sx.puzzingo
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005F0WONQ

Riding by Cassia Cassitas -- Book Review

Riding by Cassia Cassitas is a book written about a young boy who is disabled and has a dream to be a part of The Olympics. He dreams to be an Olympic cyclist despite his physical disabilities.

Cassia tells this entire story through numerous short stories all which contain a struggle of some sort which engages the reader and keeps you wanting to read more and see how the characters evolve and work through their troubles.

This book would be great for a young adult to help provide them inspiration and motivation to work toward achieving their goals regardless of what may be in their way.

You can order this book and load it onto your Kindle for free or it is available in paperback as well on Amazon for $9.68 - As stated in previous book reviews, I will not give away too many details in my blog posts because I do not want to ruin the book for any of my readers by telling everything that takes place.

--I received this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.--

DashGrab Universal Phone Mount Review

I have been struggling to find a phone mount that fits my phablet (my phone is seriously the size of a small tablet. I wish I was kidding!) but it has been so difficult. I FINALLY found one that fits my phone when i received the Infernal Innovations Dash Grab Phone Mount.

It easily stretches to fit any phone so if you have a large phone like I do then you are in luck. You can stick it to the dash or the windshield, whichever you prefer. Make sure you wipe the surface prior to the applying it though.

The Infernal Innovations Dash Grab Phone Mount is available on Amazon for $24.99 if you are in the market for a phone mount for your car.

--I received this mount discounted in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.--

Credit card RFID protector Review

Every day technology becomes more advanced and while this is a great thing it can also be very bad and make identity theft much easier. New chipped cards send WiFi signals making it much easier for thieves to steal your identity and/or your money.

Sefcard has manufactured credit card holders that will protect your new chipped credit cards from technology thieves who use WiFi technology to steal your information. They have eight different sleeve designs that you receive so you can share them with each member of your family.

These sleeves are available for purchase on Amazon and you receive 8 for $12.95

-I received this product free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.-