Host a #NiagaraParty With Niagara Chocolates

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If you are planning on hosting a party this holiday season, a chocolate sampling activity is sure to be a hit. Niagara Chocolates offers a wide array of delectable handcrafted chocolate treats that your guests will love.

When hosting a Niagara Chocolate sampling party, it is fun to offer chocolate samples in all of their different forms: cups, bars and clusters!

Niagara Chocolate Cups

The Niagara Chocolate Cups have such a nice design. A mini muffin liner is the perfect size to hold each indivdual cup.

The Sea Salt Caramel Cups have a liquid caramel center that oozes out when you bite into them. The Peanut Butter Cups have a thick chocolate shell and the peanut butter filling is rich and satisfying.

Niagara Chocolate Bars

The Niagara Chocolate Bars are hefty and substantial. We tried the Dark Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Almond Toffee, Milk Chocolate and Salter Almond flavors. These bars would make a terrific stocking stuffer or gift topper for any chocolate fan.

Although they were all delicious, I especially enjoyed the Almond Toffee bar. I like the textural and flavor contrast going on (as can be seen in this cross-section).

Niagara Chocolate Clusters

We sampled three types of Niagara Chocolate Clusters: Peanut, Coconut and Salted Almond. My favorite of the three was the Salted Almond Clusters, as they have just the right balance of sweet and salt. However, you can not go wrong with any of the flavors. I like that these clusters come in a resealable bag so that you can pop one and save the rest for later or share with others.

Have your guests rate the different flavors and compare tasting notes…a sweet activity for everyone!

Where To Purchase Niagara Chocolates

Niagara Chocolates are available for purchase through their online store, Amazon, and retailers including Walmart and World Market.

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Gift Ideas For Pusheen Lovers

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Pusheen is an icon that appeals to both the young and the young at heart. The following list contains gift ideas that any Pusheen fan would enjoy!

  1. Pusheen 2022 Wall Calendar: I have bought or asked for Pusheen wall calendars as a Christmas gift for the past several years. The whimsical illustrations bring a smile to my face each time I flip the page for a new month.

2. Pusheen Thermos: This adorable thermos with a stainless steel interior can keep drinks hot or cold for up to four hours.

3. Pusheen Plush: Gund makes high quality stuffed animals, and this stuffed Pusheen is no exception. This plushie will look so cute perched on a bed, and is perfect for snuggling.

4. Pusheen Beanie: I bought this beanie for my daughter a while back, and it has held up well. This hat keeps your head warm, but is not overly thick. The winter accessory every Pusheen lover should own!

5. Pusheen 16-Month (September 2021-December 2022) Monthly/Weekly Planner: Yes, this planner starts in September 2021, but it will still provide over a year of planning and organizing with its cute Pusheen illustrations. The large spaces provided for each week appear practical and useful.

6. Pusheen Trinket Tray: It is always convenient to have a tray on your bedside table where you can keep your watch and/or jewelry. This tray is also wonderful for keeping small objects corralled on your desk.

7. Pusheen Purse: If my daughter was about seven years younger, I would definitely be buying this purse for her this Christmas. It looks so soft and is just the right size for a child to tote around.

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Gift Ideas: Rainbow Loom & Discovery Exploring Nature Kit

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Rainbow Loom

I remember when the Rainbow Loom first became popular, my daughter was in kindergarten. Fast forward nine years, and it is still going strong!

This kit contains everything you need to make several colorful, stretchy bracelets, including 1200 premium rubber bands and 50 c-clips.

This kit included some upgrades from my first Rainbow Loom experience.

The included metal hook is high quality, and much easier to use than its previous plastic counterpart.

I also enjoyed using this included Mini Rainbow Loom, which allows you to make fishtail bracelets really fast.

This kit also includes 12 cute gift bags. The recommended age for this toy is 7+. I would highly recommend this reasonably priced kit for the crafty kid in your life.

Discovery Exploring Nature Kit

The Discovery Exploring Nature Kit would make a terrific gift for the outdoorsy kid. This box contains everything you need to do 11 exciting activities:

  • Make a bughouse
  • Go on a nature scavenger hunt
  • Make an ant
  • Camouflage colors
  • Make an ant farm
  • Nature’s art
  • Make your own colorful nature rubbings
  • Pressing & preserving flowers
  • Make an animal track
  • Play the animal tracks game
  • Make a flying insect

The contents include things like a butterfly net, sand, plaster powder, stickers, paint brush, powdered paint, magnifying glass, etc. I like how this kit promotes interaction with nature, rather than more screen time. This toy is recommended for ages 6+.

Where to Purchase Rainbow Loom and Discovery Kits

Horizon Group USA makes many different STEM and Art kits that are both educational and fun. Check out more of their offerings at their Amazon storeĀ here.

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Surprise A Special Someone With A Blippo Surprise Kawaii Mixed Bag

Disclosure: I received a sample in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

It is officially November, which means holiday shopping is upon us. If you know someone who likes all things kawaii (cute), I have the perfect gift idea: a Blippo Surprise Kawaii Mixed Bag.

The bag itself is cute, but what could be inside? As I started opening the bag, I could not believe how many items they stuffed inside!

Although the contents of the bags vary, you can see that there is a wide variety of kawaii items. My bag contained snacks, plushies, masks, stickers and stationery items, just to name a few. Below are some of the highlights.

My favorite item in the bag is this Pompompurin pineapple pencil case. I remember this cute Sanrio dog character from back in the day!

This small zippered pouch is just the right size to hold my colored pens.

Here is a puffed cereal snack and a small plastic plate with an adorable design. I always find it interesting to try snacks from other countries-this one was light and crunchy. Snack time will bring a smile to your face with this plate!

The surprise bag also contained a cheerful key chain, which immediately brightened up my otherwise drab, boring key ring.

When I first saw this set of pastel-colored ice cream cones, I was not sure what they were. When I took off the top, I saw that they are highlighters–so fun!

How To Order A Blippo Surprise Kawaii Mixed Bag

To order a Blippo Surprise Kawaii Mixed Bag, or other kawaii goodies, visit the Blippo online store.

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Drink Rise Brewing Co. Oat Milk Vanilla Nitro Cold Brew Coffee On The Go

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In case you have not noticed, oat milk seems to be everywhere these days. Rise Brewing Co. recently joined the trend with their Oat Milk Vanilla Nitro Cold Brew Coffee, which comes in convenient individual-sized cans.

As fans of both cold brew coffee and oat milk, my husband and I were eager to try these drinks. Rise Brewing Co. is known for using organic ingredients that you can pronounce. The ingredient list for the Oat Milk Vanilla Nitro Cold Brew Coffee is: water, organic oats, organic coffee, sunflower oil, organic natural flavors, organic vanilla extract, sea salt, potassium carbonate (to preserve freshness)

This was our first time trying nitrogen-infused cold brew in a can. As soon as you open the can, you can hear the nitrogen gas escape. The nitrogen gives the coffee a frothy texture, but did you also know that nitrogen acts as a natural preservative to keep the coffee fresh? I could definitely taste the oat milk, and it adds a light creaminess to the coffee. The organic vanilla extract provides just the right amount of sweetness, with no extra sugar added.

A can of Rise Brewing Co. Oat Milk Vanilla Nitro Cold Brew Coffee is the perfect drink to enjoy on the field while watching our son play an early morning soccer game. Where would you drink this?

Where To Purchase Rise Brewing Co. Nitro Cold Brew Coffee

Rise Brewing Co. Nitro Cold Brew Coffee is available for purchase through their online store or at a store near you.

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Kick It Old School With A Razor Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter

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Razor is a company that knows scooters. Since 2000, they have sold an astounding 34 million scooters around the world. Our family has owned several Razor scooters, but the new Razor Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter is the best one we have used so far!

First of all, the Razor Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter has eye-catching, retro-styling. It is still funny to me that ’80’s and 90’s design is considered “retro”, but I appreciate the nod to my childhood years. Second, the 12-inch, air-filled tires make for an easy, smooth ride. Whenever we had someone test it out, the first adjective that came out of their mouth was “smooth”! Finally, having a scooter with dual hand brakes gives the rider full control.

This is a scooter that your kids will not grow out of. It is recommended for ages 8+, and can hold up to 220 lbs.

Keep the Razor Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter in mind when shopping for holiday gifts this season!

Where To Purchase Razor Scooters

The Razor Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter is available on Amazon, Target and the Razor online store.

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Enjoy The Sweet Life With Lily’s Chocolate

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In my opinion, chocolate is one of those foods that definitely makes life sweeter. However, if you are looking to cut back on sugar, that does not mean you have to cut out chocolate. Lily’s is a brand that makes chocolate and sweets with no added sugar. Instead of sugar, Lily’s uses stevia extract, which is a zero-calorie botanical sweetener.

I picked up a few bars of Lily’s chocolate at my local Target so that my family could do a taste test. We tried Lily’s Cookies & Creme White Chocolate Style, Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate Style and Sea Salt Extra Dark Chocolate. Pictured here is the Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate Style bar, which was my favorite of the three. The little tinge of salt really enhances the flavor of the caramel and the chocolate.

The Lily’s Cookies and Creme bar is for the person with a real sweet tooth. I enjoyed the crunchy texture that the pieces of cookie added to this bar.

Lily’s offers an expansive product line in addition to chocolate bars, including baking chocolate, gummy bears and sour worms, peanut butter cups, chocolate covered nuts and caramels. Any of thee products would be a welcome treat for those who wish to enjoy sweets without the sugar!

Where To Purchase Lily’s Sweets

Lily’s Sweets are available through their online store and at a store near you.

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So Glad We Found Gladskin Eczema Cream

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My son has suffered on and off from eczema ever since he was a tiny baby. I remember our pediatrician prescribing a steroid cream for him when he was quite young and I was weary of its side effects. Since then, he has tried several eczema creams with varying degrees of success.

Therefore, I am so glad that Moms Meet introduced me to Gladskin Eczema Cream! This cream contains a unique patented endolysin, which rebalances the good and bad bacteria that naturally live on the skin as it moisturizes.

Gladskin Eczema Cream is 100% non-toxic, free of steroids, antibiotics, fragrances, drying alcohols, preservatives and parabens. It is even gentle enough for cheeks and eyelids, and has has been proven safe and effective for babies as young as three months old. Notably, this product is also accepted by the National Eczema Association.

This is how my son’s skin looks like during a mild eczema flare-up.

The Gladskin Eczema Cream is easy to apply and absorbs well. Because it does not contain any harsh or addictive ingredients, there is no worry about “overdoing” it. We noticed an improvement in his skin overnight. I think the key will be for him to use the cream on a consistent basis, even when he is not having a flare-up. How I wish that I had this cream when my son was a baby!

In addition to the Eczema Cream, Gladskin also makes other products that are specially formulated for sensitive skin, including face wash, body wash, shampoo bar, and makeup remover. If you or your child has eczema, Gladskin skincare products are definitely worth looking into!

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Hand In Hand Makes Soap With A Mission

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We are all washing our hands more these days, so I am excited to share about Hand in Hand. This company makes body care products with clean ingredients and modern, sustainable packaging.

Even more importantly, the founders of Hand in Hand wanted to help the millions of children who die each year due to the lack of clean water and soap. For every purchase, Hand in Hand donates soap and water to countries in need around the world. Since 2011, the company has donated an incredible 13.8 million bars of soap and 120K gallons of water.

Hand in Hand soaps and lotions contain natural ingredients such as shea butter, coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, cocoa butter, essential oils and aloe vera. Also notable is what their products do not contain, including palm oil, parabens or phthalates.

Each of Hand In Hand’s body care products are available in a variety of scents. This Island Mimosa Body Wash smells like “fresh coconut and mango leaf”. The scent reminds me of a tropical summer vacation! I also tried the Sea Salt Sugar Scrub, which smells like “sweet mint and eucalyptus”. It provides an amazing energizing lift in the shower and left my skin feeling soft and smooth. Their other scents include: Cactus Blossom, Citrus Grove, Pink Peony, Lavender, Sweet Grass and Poppy.

I often do not remember to apply lotion until I am about to go to sleep. Keeping this Hand in Hand Sweetgrass Body Lotion on my bedside table looks nice and is a good reminder to keep my skin moisturized.

I hope that Hand in Hand continues to expand, as they offer body care products that you can feel good about using on multiple levels!

Where To Purchase Hand In Hand Soap Products

Hand in Hand soap products are available through their online store. They are also available at a store near you, including several major retailers such as Target, Whole Foods and Walmart.

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Games For National Park Fans

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As many of you know, our family enjoys visiting national parks. So far we have explored 27 national parks, and we wish to visit more! If you or someone you know has a similar love for the national park system, take note. The Op gave me the opportunity to try out three of their national park-themed games: Scrabble: National Parks, Monopoly: National Parks Edition, and National Parks Get Wild. All of these games would make a great gift for a national park fan!

Scrabble: National Parks

During a recent camping trip, we ended up playing Scrabble: National Parks inside our tent before going to sleep. I did not take any pictures, as the lighting was not ideal. However, it was a fun family bonding experience. Scrabble is a classic game for a reason, and the addition of national park cards gives it an interesting twist. Extra points are also awarded for playing national park words, such as things found or items used in the national parks. This game is for 2-4 players, ages 8+.

Monopoly: National Parks Edition

It seems like there is version of Monopoly for every interest, so it is exciting that The Op offers Monopoly: National Parks Edition. In this edition, players “buy” national park properties with special bills featuring national monuments. Instead of building houses or hotels, players build camp sites or ranger stations.

This Monopoly board is so beautiful. Just looking at the pictures of the various parks brings back a lot of precious family memories.

Are these national park-themed playing pieces not the cutest? I especially like the ranger’s hat and hiking boot! Monopoly: National Parks Edition is for 2-6 players, 8+.

National Parks Get Wild

National Parks Get Wild is a completely new game for our family. In this game, the object is to remove the animals that do not belong in your national park, and gather the ones that do. I like that this is a simultaneous play game, so you’re not waiting for someone to take their turn! Again, the national park illustrations are gorgeous and I appreciate all of the fun facts listed on the player boards. This game would be great for kids that like to learn about animals, too. National Parks Get Wild is for 3-6 players, 6+.

Where To Purchase The Op Games

The Op Games can be purchased through their online shop, or at major retailers such as Amazon, Target, Walmart and Barnes & Noble.

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