Weiman Products

We’re having family over this week for Thanksgiving, so you know what that means…lot of cleaning! I’ve tried out a lot of wonderful eco-friendly cleaners before, and thanks to the Family Review Network, I was able to try out an eco-friendly floor cleaner—Perfect Planet’s Squeeze and Clean Floor Cleaner from Weiman Products. I’ve never used a cleaner that was made specifically for floors, and I have never used a Weiman Product before either, so I couldn’t wait to try out the Perfect Planet Floor Cleaner--especially since Weiman has been known for their cleaning products since 1941.

According to the Weiman website, you can "clean and protect floors in one easy step with eco-friendly, biodegradable Squeeze & Clean Floor Cleaner. It safely removes dirt, dust, grease and smudges while leaving floors and grout spotless and streak-free. This all-natural, plant-derived cleaning solution is free from harsh petrochemicals, ammonia, VOC’s and phosphates. Use regularly on most hard floors including finished hardwood, linoleum, vinyl, laminate, ceramic tile, marble, grouted tile and non-porous hard surface flooring."

I tried the Floor Cleaner on our kitchen floor, which has vinyl tiles. The Perfect Planet Squeeze and Clean Floor Cleaner did a great job cleaning. It didn’t have a chemical smell like other cleaners do, no streaks were left behind, and I love how it cleans AND protects at the same time. Because it's eco-friendly, I wasn't afraid to immediately walk on the clean floor as I normally am when I use a non-eco-friendly cleaner. I'm so glad I had a chance to try this product--I know I'll be using it on my bathroom floors too (also vinyl tiles).

The 27 oz. bottle of Perfect Planet Squeeze and Clean Floor Cleaner retails for $3.99 and can be purchased through the Weiman Products website and at other select retailers.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***
Congratulations to piece of me!

Wouldn’t you love to try the Perfect Planet Floor Cleaner? Weiman Products has teamed up with Libman to sponsor a fantastic giveaway of a prize package so you can get not only your floors clean, but other areas in your home clean as well to help you get ready for holiday guests. The prize package, valued at up to $100, includes the following:
· Wright’s Silver Cream
· Perfect Planet Floor Cleaner
· Weiman Furniture Wipes
· Weiman Granite Wipes
· Weiman Stainless Steel Wipes
· Wonder Mop
· WonderFiber Cloth

Important note: This is the same giveaway posted on the Libman Company post. There is only ONE Weiman and Libman prize package, however, you are welcome to enter through both posts to increase your chances of winning. Comments on both posts will be combined, and ONE winner will be selected.

• To enter visit the Weiman Products’ website and comment on which is your favorite product or which product you’d like to try.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and the Weiman Product’s website (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is December 3, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• An eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on December 4, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to Weiman Products for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Show Me How

I'm always eager to learn how to do new things, but sometimes when I have to read through pages and pages of instructions, it’s a turn-off. When I received a copy of Show Me How-500 Things You Should Know, Instructions for Life From the Everyday to the Exotic by Lauren Smith and Derek Fagerstrom (HarperCollins, $24.95), I had a lot of fun learning a variety of things that were featured in the book.

What makes this book so different from others? Hardly any words are used—each thing the book shows you how to do is displayed with colorful graphics that are simple to follow and it really keeps you interested.

Show Me How was “designed to educate, amuse, and occasionally astound,” and it definitely does all three.

I was educated in so many ways—I learned how to pair wines with different foods, how to plant certain things (although I try to be green I definitely DO NOT have a green thumb), and how to do different yoga poses.

Many of the items are indeed amusing, such as how to have a memorable first kiss or add decades to my age.

And the book also shows you how to do a few astounding feats—such as how to harness the cloudbuster’s power and trick radar with a fake UFO.

Show Me How shows you how to do a wide range of things, from cooking to sports, parenting to pranks. I especially like how they show you how to do some eco-friendly things, like what you can do with old CDs (make a compact disc-o ball), playing cards (craft a playing-card wallet), and plastic bags (craft a plastic-bag throw rug).

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Kara!

I really enjoyed this neat and informative book, and I know I will be referring to it often. HarperCollins has generously donated a copy of Show Me How so you can learn something new too!

• To enter simply leave a comment stating something you'd like to learn how to do.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and the Show Me How (Show Me Now) website (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is November 30, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• An eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on December 1, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to HarperCollins for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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BeFit-Mom

Recently having given birth to DS#2, the timing was perfect when I had the opportunity to review the BeFit-Mom website and Bounce Back Fast! The Post Natal Core Conditioning DVD thanks to the Family Review Network.

According to the website, “BeFit-Mom, founded by perinatal exercise specialist and author Helene Byrne, is dedicated to helping women stay fit and healthy during and after their pregnancies, and to inspiring and motivating women to lead their entire families to better health and wellness.”

BeFit-Mom is an excellent resource for women who are pregnant or recently gave birth on how to stay fit. The site focuses on different types of exercises, why they are good for you, and how they can help during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and post-partum recovery. The various exercises are explained in depth, and there is great detail about how your body is structured and how different parts function in order for you to understand the importance of the exercises and how to achieve optimum results.

While I was still pregnant with DS#2, Helene had referred me to some key exercises on the BeFit-Mom website that are safe to do during pregnancy that help strengthen the abs, particularly the deep Transverse Abdominis, which is the primary "pushing" muscle. They were simple to do, and valuable to learn. I just wish I had discovered the BeFit-Mom website earlier so I could’ve been much fitter and better prepared for labor and delivery with both sons!

Why is it important to “be fit”? According to the website, “During Labor and Delivery, Fit Women Experience:
• Easier adaptation to the lower-intensity endurance activity of early labor.
• Shorter first and second stages of labor.
• Enhanced pain tolerance.
• Increased stamina for labor and delivery, with less perceived exertion during labor.
• Lower incidences of intervention during labor.
• Substantially fewer caesarian births.
• Good pelvic muscle tone—resulting in fewer episiotomies/tearing.”

A perfect complement to the BeFit-Mom website is the Bounce Back Fast! The Post Natal Core Conditioning DVD ($21.95), which “provides a unique set of progressive exercises that specifically target postnatal physiology and concerns.”

The DVD includes a Fitness Band, and is basically divided into two parts—Gentle First Moves (for beginners and those less than 6 weeks post-partum), and Bounce Back Fast (for those more advanced and beyond 6 weeks post-partum).

Because I’m not past 6 weeks post-partum yet, I did the Gentle First Moves exercises. The exercises were not strenuous—they were indeed very gentle on my body. Helene was very thorough in her explanations of the different exercises and how they are beneficial. My body feels great whenever I do the exercises. I especially enjoy using the Fitness Band to stretch out my hamstrings and calves, and doing the chest stretches, which opens up my chest and aligns my upper body in the neutral position, since I’m constantly carrying DS#2 and nursing him. I sometimes do these exercises without the DVD! I know I'm helping my body recover and I'm strengthening my core little by little each time I do the exercises, and I’m looking forward to getting even fitter and doing the other exercises once I’m beyond 6 weeks post-partum.

As always, it’s important to consult your physician or health care professional before you start any exercise program.

Helene stresses it’s important to take care of not only baby, but to take care of yourself too. Be-Fit Mom and Bounce Back Fast! The Post Natal Core Conditioning DVD will help you do just that—enable you to take better care of yourself, so you and your entire family can reap the benefits of a “Fit Mom!"

Thank you to BeFit-Mom for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Pacific Shaving Company

I recently had the opportunity to review a couple of products from the Pacific Shaving Company thanks to the Family Review Network—All Natural Shaving Oil and Nick Stick.

According to the Pacific Shaving Company website, the “All Natural Shaving Oil™ offers a consistently smooth shave, reduces nicks and razor burn, and leaves your skin conditioned and moisturized - all with the best natural ingredients available and no mess to clean up when finished!”

I’ve had my share of nicks and cuts after shaving, so I was eager to see what a difference the shaving oil would make.

First of all, I was amazed at how much usage could come out of one tiny bottle—I received the ½ oz. bottle ($6.95) which can last up to 100 shaves! I used 5 drops on each leg and massaged the oil all over. The scent was very mild and “citrus-y.” At first I was a bit wary because after massaging the oil on my legs, there was only a thin layer of oil on my skin—so thin that I thought it wasn’t enough to protect it from razor burn. But I was wrong—my razor glided smoothly over my legs—no razor burn, no nicks. The oil is great because it’s clear so you can see where and what you’re shaving (on more than one occasion I had shaved over an existing cut when using soap or cream. OUCH!). I was also anticipating that an oily residue would be left on my skin after shaving and rinsing, but again I was wrong—there was no oily residue left.

Another big reason why I think the All Natural Shaving Oil is great is because it's environmentally friendly. According to their website:

• Our 1/2 oz. bottle takes up 95% less space than a shaving cream can
• Use of our product has already eliminated approx. 20,000 lbs of shaving cream cans from landfills
• Small size and weight means reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions in supply chain
• Pacific Shaving plants a tree for every bottle of shaving oil sold
• Made in the USA

I also received a sample of the Nick Stick ($5.95). The Nick Stick “Stops bleeding quickly - no more tissue paper; Dries clear - no chalky residue; Rolls on - self-sterilizing applicator.”

Since I’ve been using the All Natural Shaving Oil, I fortunately haven’t had any nicks, therefore I haven’t had a need to use the Nick Stick. However, I’m sure it’ll come in very handy because nicks are inevitable, and if it can stop the bleeding quickly, all the better!

If you’re looking for an alternative to shaving cream that is environmentally friendly, and a way to stop bleeding quickly if you get nicked by a razor, check out the Pacific Shaving Company’s All Natural Shaving Oil and Nick Stick--you’ll be pleasantly surprised. They even guarantee your satisfaction—try the All Natural Shaving Oil, and if you are not completely satisfied after 60 days, you can return it to Pacific Shaving Company for a full refund. What have you got to lose (other than unwanted hair)?

Thank you to Pacific Shaving Company for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Disney Holiday Prize Pack CDs

Many of my favorite songs have been featured on popular Disney movies, such as Carrie Underwood’s Ever Ever After (Enchanted) and Kelly Clarkson’s Breakaway (The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement). I was excited to find out that these songs, along with many other popular songs from other Disney movies, will be featured on the soon-to-be released Disney Box Office Hits CD.

What could be better than winning a copy of Disney Box Office Hits? How about winning an entire prize pack that contains not only the Disney Box Office Hits CD, but also the CD soundtracks to Camp Rock and Bolt!

Universal Music Group is sponsoring a fantastic giveaway so THREE lucky winners will receive the Disney Holiday Prize Pack (valued at $56) featuring the following:

Camp Rock
All-new soundtrack to the Disney Channel Movie event of the summer featuring Jonas Brothers and introducing Demi Lovato! Features a vast array of musical styles including rock, pop, hip-hop, and reggaeton.

TRACK LIST:
1. We Rock
2. Play My Music
3. Gotta Find You
4. Start the Party
5. Who Will I Be?
6. This Is Me
7. Hasta La Vista
8. Here I Am
9. Too Cool
10. Our Time Is Here (Bonus Track)
11. 2 Stars
12. What It Takes

Bolt
For super-dog Bolt (voice of John Travolta), every day is filled with adventure, danger and intrigue – at least until the cameras stop rolling. When the star of a hit TV show is accidentally shipped from his Hollywood soundstage to New York City, he begins his biggest adventure yet – a cross-country journey through the real world to get back to his owner and co-star, Penny (voice of Miley Cyrus).

TRACK LIST:
1. I Thought I Lost You Performed by Miley Cyrus and John Travolta
2. Barking at the Moon Performed by Jenny Lewis
3. Meet Bolt Score
4. Bolt Transforms Score
5. Scooter Chase Score
6. New York Score
7. Meet Mittens Score
8. The RV Park Score
9. A Fast Train Score
10. Where Were You on St. Rhino’s Day? Score
11. Sing-Along Rhino Score
12. Saving Mittens Score
13. House on Wheels Score
14. Las Vegas Score
15. A Friend in Need Score
16. Rescuing Penny Score
17. A Real Live Superbark Score

Disney Box Office Hits
Disney Box Office Hits features the best musical moments from Disney’s biggest films performed by today’s biggest stars including Miley Cyrus, Carrie Underwood, Rob Thomas, Switchfoot, Peter Gabriel in one listening experience!

TRACK LIST:
1. Ever Ever After (Enchanted) Carrie Underwood
2. Down to Earth (WALL•E) Peter Gabriel
3. Real Gone (Cars) Sheryl Crow
4. Little Wonders (Meet the Robinsons) Rob Thomas
5. This Is Home (The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian) Switchfoot
6. Breakaway (The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement) Kelly Clarkson
7. Can’t Take It In (The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe) Imogen Heap
8. I Thought I Lost You (Bolt) Miley Cyrus and John Travolta
9. Our Town (Cars) James Taylor
10. All I Know (Chicken Little) Five For Fighting
11. The Call (The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian) Regina Spektor
12. Where Is Your Heart At? (Meet the Robinsons) Jamie Cullum
13. Le Festin (Ratatouille) Camille
14. Jack’s Suite (Paul Oakenfold Mix) (Pirates of the Caribbean) Paul Oakenfold
15. UNKLE Reconstruction (The Incredibles) UNKLE

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Shaybplus3, Sharla, judybrittle!

• To enter simply comment on which track is your favorite.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is December 15, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• Three eligible entries will be chosen by random.org as the winners; the winners will be notified via email on December 16, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to Universal Music Group for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Wordless Wednesday: A new toy?

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Fierce Hugs

I previously posted about Fierce Hugs, an online company offering organic baby clothes from which I bought this cute Surfer Tee.

Fierce Hugs' "delightfully eclectic images are playfully offbeat and mildly edgy in a fuzzy, baby-safe way. These 'wearable works of art' respond to the widening market of next-generation parents seeking eco-fashion with cool, hip designs. Fierce Hugs packs imagination, sustainability and an eco-friendly lifestyle into remarkably soft organic baby clothes using 100% organic cotton, benefiting the long term health of the planet. Fierce Hugs employs manufacturers who use fair labor and low impact environmentally friendly dyes to create the inspired bright colors in their line.”

They are currently offering $5 off your purchase using code SAGE3 through December 31, 2008 (cannot be combined with any other offers) so you can get that perfect gift for the holidays.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to kagey10!

Fierce Hugs is also generously sponsoring a giveaway of this cute Peeking Sal Organic Tote (ARV $28).

• To enter, visit Fierce Hugs and comment on which design you like the best.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to BOTH Sage and Savvy and Fierce Hugs (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is November 23, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• One eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on November 24, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to Fierce Hugs for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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90210 Organics

Thanks to Renee aka Mekhismom of Cutie Booty Cakes, I was notified of an opportunity to review one of the many great products offered by 90210 Organics.

According to the website, 90210 Organics "was started by two California moms who are passionate about living naturally and who want to share that passion with the world. Jennifer and Sarah love natural, organic products for themselves and their families so they decided to open a store that reflects that love. 90210 Organics brings everyone looking for high quality organic fashion, natural and organic baby products, and beautiful handmade accessories to one place."

90210 Organics’ product selection is so immense—you’ll find everything from clothing and bedding to skin care and toys. I was able to try one of the many items they offer in the Whole Body category--Noli n Nali Chamomile Willow organic baby shampoo.

The first thing I noticed was that the shampoo smelled really nice. There was no problem working up a good lather, and it contains ingredients that are safe and nourish my hair. Because the shampoo contains no synthetic fragrance, sodium laurel sulfate, or parabens, I had no hesitation about trying it out on DS as well. And now that DS#2 is here, I know once the pediatrician says it’s okay to give him real baths I’ll be using the Noli n Nali Chamomile Willow Organic Baby shampoo on him too!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to janetfaye!

90210 Organics is generously sponsoring a giveaway of a Noli n Nali Caring Hearts Loving Hands Baby Massage Pack (valued at $28.50) to one lucky winner. The Pack includes: Informative introduction to the art of baby massage; CD of original music that creates a soothing ambiance; Aromatherapy lotion bar that melts in your hands; Beautiful dish for lotion bar.

• To enter, visit 90210 Organics and comment on which product you like the best.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to BOTH Sage and Savvy and 90210 Organics (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is November 20, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• One eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on November 21, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to 90210 Organics for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Wordless Wednesday: Kiss Your New Brother

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Passive Aggressive Notes

Did you ever have a roommate who just wouldn’t wash his/her dishes? Or a co-worker you knew was stealing your food? Or a neighbor who had a dog that did its “business” on your lawn all the time?

If you said “yes” to any of the above, did you ever do anything about it?

If you’re like me, you probably didn’t. I’ve had my share of roommates and co-workers constantly eating food that wasn’t theirs, and rude neighbors in college who’d blast their stereos at 3am in the morning every night. But I never did anything about it.

Because of these experiences, it was quite therapeutic to read Passive Aggressive* Notes—Painfully Polite and Hilariously Hostile Writings *And just Plain Aggressive by Kerry Miller (HarperCollins, $13.95). The book presents notes sent in from around the world, as well as those submitted to the popular website Passiveagressivenotes.com (also by Miller), by people who experienced issues similar to those I previously mentioned.

The book states “Passive-aggressive people-and the notes they write-display an 'accidentally-on-purpose' ambiguity. Its barbed criticism disguised as helpful advice, a gentle reminder, a friendly joke-anger sugarcoated with pleasantries and smiley faces, but betrayed by one too many exclamation points.”

Passive Aggressive Notes was very entertaining. The notes are funny, some are absurd, and others are downright mean and nasty. The notes deal with various issues that many of us can relate to in one way or the other, whether it be selfish co-workers who don’t contribute to the coffee fund, or roommates who never change the toilet paper roll.

Although some of the notes had a bit too much foul language, I really enjoyed Passive Aggressive Notes, and it made me appreciate how I no longer have to deal with inconsiderate roommates or co-workers that steal my food…although I still have to deal with the occasional toilet paper roll that hasn’t been changed…

Thank you to HarperCollins for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Karen Spaeder's Health and Beauty Zone

I have never tried mineral makeup before until I received an ARTISTRY essentials mineral foundation sampler from Karen Spaeder’s Health and Beauty Zone.

I’ve seen ads in magazines and read articles about the benefits of mineral makeup, so I was eager to try the mineral foundation.

According to the website, “100% pure mineral makeup is a marvel. It’s easy to use; create a flawlessly natural finish; and here’s the best part – it’s actually good for your skin! Preservative and fragrance free, this powder foundation is great for all skin types and helps defend against environmental stressors. Mineral foundation smooths and evens skin tone leaving a simply sheer and luminous finish.”

The mineral foundation was very light and the “finish” was smooth. It wasn’t “cakey” nor did it make my face feel stiff or heavy. I was pleasantly surprised how it actually looked like I wasn’t wearing any makeup, and I love the fact that it’s actually good for my skin.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Forrest!

Karen Spaeder's Health and Beauty Zone is generously sponsoring a giveaway of a .12 oz of ARTISTRY essentials mineral foundation (choice of shade, valued at $19.50) so you can experience the benefits of mineral makeup as well.

• To enter, visit Karen Spaeder’s Health and Beauty Zone and comment on which product you’d like to try.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to BOTH Sage and Savvy and Karen Spaeder’s Health and Beauty Zone (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is November 16 , 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• One eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on November 17, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!

Thank you to Karen Spaeder's Health and Beauty Zone for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Pedoodles

DS has some cute shoes, but I recently received a pair of shoes courtesy of Pedoodles that are not only cute, but they are eco-friendly too!

According to their website, Pedoodles’ goal was “to create soft, comfortable, quality footwear that kids really love to wear. In doing so, we've delighted parents and gift seekers alike, with our fun designs that become fast favorites. Our shoes provide the best possible fit for your child's feet, their personality, and the way they live.”

Not only does Pedoodles offer the cutest footwear, but all of their new 2008 styles are eco-friendly! DS received the Bumper Cars shoes. These stylish shoes are not only fun and functional, but they have the following features:

• Constructed from "Eco-Friendly" premium leather remnants which are safety tested for children(Free of Lead, Antimony, Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Mercury, Selenium and harmful Amines.)
• Exclusive PedFlex™ flat rubber soles provide durability and traction both indoors and out
• Comfortable, flat insoles create a seamless footbed
• Simple Velcro closure keeps shoes securely on feet, no laces to tie or come undone
• Flexible, breathable design with wide toe box promotes healthy conditions around developing feet
• Soles are made with recycled materials to help reduce global waste. They're also safety tested(Passes British Safety Standard BS 5665-3 and European Standard EN71-3)
• Unique Pedoodles styling works well as a casual or dress shoe
  

When DS first tried on the shoes, he didn't take them off all morning! He wore it around the house, danced around, and we finally had to ask him to take it off, which he did very easily because of the Velcro--no need to fuss with laces. The shoes go on and come off quickly. I also like how the shoes go great with anything--t-shirt and jeans or even with a dressier outfit. DS had no problems walking or running (or dancing) around in these adorable shoes, and the fact these shoes are eco-friendly are an added bonus.

Pedoodles offers shoes by age (crawling 0-8 mos, walking 8mos-2yrs, running 2-4yrs), or collection (First Feet or Next Steps). Their shoes are bright and colorful, cute and fun, and you’ll just know your little ones will love wearing these shoes. Pedoodles also offers really cute shirts and hats that would match perfectly with their shoes!

If you’re looking for cute, comfy, eco-friendly shoes for your little one, visit Pedoodles. You’ll love them as much as your kids will!

Thank you to Pedoodles for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Aguacate & Co.

My skin has been getting pampered A LOT lately! The newest products to pamper my skin are from Aguacate & Co. According to their website, "at Aguacate & Co. we focus on providing the finest organic and all-natural ingredients for the appropriate care of one of the body's most significant resources: skin…we offer a range of premium skin care products made with organic and natural ingredients, formulated to give men and women a simple, elegant way to pursue a wholesome skin care experience…We are also a proud member of One Percent For the Planet, an alliance of eco-conscious businesses committed to giving back at least 1% of sales to support environmental research."

I was able to try out the Facial Cleansing Gel and the Facial Exfoliating Crème.

The Facial Cleansing Gel is great—so great that DH has been using it too. It contains wild oat to soothe your skin, and organic honey to tighten it. The cleansing gel was mild and the fragrance was not overwhelming—it simply smelled natural! I also love how it comes in a handy pump.

The Facial Exfoliating Crème contains jojoba beads which seem to just scrub away all the “blah” from my skin, leaving it nice and smooth. DH doesn’t use the exfoliating crème, though…because I won’t let him! I now have a “thing” for exfoliates and scrubs—they just work wonders!

In addition to cleansing and exfoliating products, Aguacate and Co. also offers products that tone, moisturize, and replenish. They also offer great gift sets with a little bit of everything, and they sell some cute bags too!

If you’re looking for some great organic and natural skin care products, visit Aguacate & Co. and you may find exactly what you’re looking for!

Thank you to Aguacate & Co. for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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Wordless Wednesday: Kryptonite!

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chicks-n-chickens Lullaby Exercises

A while ago I shared my apprehension about bonding with soon-to-be here DS#2—if it would be instant, like it was with DS#1. Thanks to the Lullaby Exercises DVD/CD set from chicks-n-chickens, I’m not as apprehensive as before, as the exercises featured will not only help get me in shape, but will also help me bond with DS#2.

The Lullaby Exercises DVD/CD set is the wonderful creation of Darcy Novo Albrecht, Chief Chick of chicks-n-chickens. According to their website, Lullaby Exercises is "A fabulous new fix for fussy babies and ‘I want my pre-baby jeans back’ mommies. Lullaby Exercises offers a new kind of workout for moms who want to take better care of themselves and their babes. The 35-minute DVD features a high-energy ‘groove’ set and then slows it down as the ‘sleep’ set sends the little one into slumberland. Includes an audio CD of the original soundtrack by singer/songwriter Lisa Phenix so the sets can be performed in the nursery as easily as in the living room."

The exercises featured on the DVD are done with a Kangaroo Korner Adjustable Pouch, but you can also perform them with any other safe baby carrier, or even by simply carrying your baby.

The DVD starts with a Warm Up which is fun and upbeat—it’s like you’re simply dancing with your baby. The babies on the DVD seem to be enjoying themselves too--some are even fast asleep in their pouch! After the Warm Up is the Groove Set, which targets different areas of the body, such as your legs, fanny, arms, and tummy. You also get your heart pumping with some cardio. The Sleep Set slows down with very mellow, relaxing music, encouraging you to relax and not think about anything else except your precious little baby.

The music by Lisa Phenix matches each set perfectly, and the accompanying CD is great to enjoy anytime, anywhere—whether you want to exercise outdoors or just enjoy the great music.

Darcy is very motivating, her instructions are easy to follow, and her enthusiasm is very evident onscreen. She also gives recommendations on how to modify the exercises depending on how young your baby is, or what mood your baby is in (cranky, sleepy, etc.). As with any exercise program, it’s recommended to consult your physician or other health professional first, and because you would be doing these exercises with your baby, be extra careful for both your own and baby’s sake!

Lullaby Exercises is such a great product from chicks-n-chickens--I can’t wait to try it out with DS#2 once he's here! chicks-n-chickens also features a few other groovy products proudly made in the USA by Chicks, and 5% of online sales will be donated to the Alameda School Foundation.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to purango!

chicks-n-chickens is generously sponsoring a giveaway so one lucky winner will get the Lullaby Exercises DVD/CD set ($29.95 value) and can get in shape while bonding with her own precious little one!

• To enter, visit chicks-n-chickens and leave a comment on which of the products on their site you like the best, other than the Lullaby Exercises DVD/CD set.
• You’ll get one extra entry each if you 1)Subscribe to my feed; 2) Blog about this giveaway and link back to BOTH Sage and Savvy and chicks-n-chickens (be sure to leave a comment for each "entry").
• The deadline for entries is November 8, 2008, 11:59pm HST.
• One eligible entry will be chosen by random.org as the winner; the winner will be notified via email on November 9, 2008 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment) and will have 3 days to accept.
• Valid for US addresses only.

Good luck!




Thank you to chicks-n-chickens for providing the product(s) for review and/or giveaway.

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