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Water beads are a revolutionary new and unique water conserving product for plants and cut flowers. The beads are being used in beautiful style by homeowners, interior designers and large companies alike.  Water beads change water into colorful shining beads, that resemble crystal balls in a clear glass container.

Simply put the small packet of beads into water. The water beads will expand, and you pour off the excess water.  Put the remaining beads into a clear glass or plastic vase or bowl and insert your plant, fresh flowers or artificial flowers.  For added beauty many people add a submersible light to really make the beads sparkle. This amazing new product combines environmental protection and beauty.

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Clorox Green Works Cleaning Products Review

When people ask me to share a fact about myself that most people don’t know, I admit that I really enjoy cleaning. For me, cleaning is a stress reliever. I’m not totally weird, there is one room that I don’t enjoy cleaning and that is definitely the bathroom! I can’t stand the smell of the products and I detest all the scrubbing. 

I have been using Clorox products for cleaning for years. I have to admit that I haven’t been as “green” as others over the years. However, over the past year, I have been really trying to make a concerted effort to live a “greener” life. I was recently given the opportunity to review Clorox’s Green Works cleaning products, including the All-Purpose Cleaner, Cleaning Wipes, Laundry Detergent, and Bathroom Cleaner. 

Some facts about Clorox Green Works cleaning products:

Green Works All-Purpose Cleaner - Safe to use on all surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom. It’s 97% naturally derived and doesn’t leave behind residue or harsh chemicals.




Green Works Bathroom Cleaner - Comprised of plant and mineral based ingredients that can cut through soap scum and stains without leaving residue and fumes behind.



Green Works Cleaning Wipes – 99% naturally derived and safe to use on all non-wood surfaces. These cleaning wipes are 100% biodegradable. Once used, these wipes can be placed in a compost pile!



Green Works Laundry Detergent – Dermatologist tested! This laundry detergent does not contain phosphates, optical brighteners, or harsh chemical residue. It is also formulated for standard and high efficiency washers.



My thoughts about Clorox Green Works cleaning products:

I was really impressed with all four of these products. I have been using them for the past couple weeks and I haven’t been disappointed in the slightest. They have each held up to Clorox’s statements of efficacy. I LOVE that there isn’t a harsh smell that is evident with most of the cleansers I’ve used in the past. The scent is light and refreshing!

The Laundry Detergent left my clothes clean and smelling fresh and the All-Purpose Cleaner and Cleaning Wipes cut through the grime my children leave behind.  The product that impressed me the most was the Bathroom Cleaner. My daughter’s sinks becomes quite nasty with old toothpaste buildup. I often have to scrub at it to remove all the signs; however, Green Works Bathroom Cleaner cut through it so easily.

There are so many pros to using these products – they’re made from natural derivatives, that they haven’t been tested on animals, there are no harsh chemicals and/or residues, etc. The only con is that these products cost slightly more. However, this doesn’t bother me. If it means that I am achieving a “greener” status, my house is clean, and I am not gagging due to harsh fumes while I’m cleaning, then I’m willing to spend a little bit more to get the job done.  I'm actually quite eager to try some of the other Green Works products, particularly the Toilet Bowl Cleaner!

*Disclaimer: I did not receive monetary compensation for this post.  I received free samples of the products for the purpose of this review.  The opinions expressed here are my own. 

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Book Review: The 17 Day Diet Cookbook

I have been trying so hard to stick to a healthy diet. I believe that my family and I do pretty well. However, we have been eating the same healthy recipes over and over again and it’s becoming a bit redundant. I admit that I’m beginning to eye recipes that are not as healthy not only because I’m craving comfort food, but also just for the simple fact that I want to mix up our weekly menu.

Dr. Mike Moreno has created a nutrition program that revolves around four 17 day cycles. This diet plan and the recipes for the diet plan are included in the cookbook entitled, “The 17 Day Diet Cookbook”. This cookbook includes 80 new healthy recipes! As I mentioned, there are four 17 day cycles. These four cycles are Accelerate, Activate, Achieve, and Arrive (a combination of the first three cycles). With each cycle, you have a designated calorie intake total and the menu choices change. This enables you to have variety and not feel stuck in a monotonous diet.

My thoughts on the book:
This is a really nice hardcover cookbook. I feel that the majority of the recipes are appetizing recipes that I would love to try cooking. There are many recipes that include various types of fish. I love fish – it’s packed with protein and perfect to eat when you are trying to lose weight. My husband and I are eager to eat more fish; however, our daughter is allergic. Once we discovered her allergy, we stopped cooking fish at home. This has been disappointing. With our chaotic work weeks, I don’t have a ton of time to prepare dinners. Therefore, I attempt to cook recipes that the entire family can eat. This keeps me from preparing multiple dishes for our family as well as helps keep my grocery bill down. However, if you don’t have a family member who is allergic to fish, this cookbook has many choices for you! There are many recipes that I am looking forward to trying, such as the Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork and the Jerk Chicken.

I really like the fact that the cookbook has beautiful colorful photos of the recipes. I like seeing what I am trying to make. I also like that the cookbook provides additional tips for readers, such as ways in which you can change the recipe, save time in preparing the recipe, ideas for substitutions, and more. It is extremely helpful (in my opinion) that the cookbook provides menu plans for each cycle. Your entire menu is laid out in front of you! No debates about what to buy at the grocery store – you simply need to create your grocery list based upon your menu. The only thing that I found disappointing about the cookbook is that nutritional information was not included with the recipes. I try to pay attention to this as much as possible.

Want to read more about The 17 Day Diet Cookbook? Visit www.The17DayDiet.com

About the author: Dr. Michael Rafael Moreno is a graduate of the University of California at Irvine and Hahnemann Medical School (now Drexel University). Following his residency at Kaiser Permanente in Fontana, California, Dr. Moreno moved to San Diego, where he now practices family medicine and sits on the board of the San Diego Chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians. In 2008, Dr. Moreno launched, “Walk with Your Doc”, which he participates in every Tuesday and Thursday morning before his workday begins. The program began when Dr. Moreno offered to walk with a patient to motivate her to exercise and has since grown into a thriving community.

You can purchase The 17 Day Diet Cookbook on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble.

*Disclaimer: I did not receive monetary compensation for this post. I received a free copy of the book for the purpose of this review. The opinions expressed here are my own.

Automatically Post Birthday Wishes to Facebook with BirthdayFB!

Birthdays come and birthdays go. And more often than not we miss wishing our friends, all thanks to the hurly-burly of our lives.  BirthdayFB is a neat little Facebook "helper" that automatically posts birthday wishes on the walls of your Facebook friends.

There are quite a few apps of its ilk, but the best thing about birthdayFB is that it does not let your friends know that you are relying on a third-party tool to remember their birthdays.

Click on the image above to sign up!

Listen to millions of songs for free with Spotify!

Spotify is a new way to enjoy music. Simply download and install, before you know it you'll be singing along to the genre, artist or song of your choice. With Spotify you are never far away from the song you want.  There are no restrictions in terms of what you can listen to or when. Forget about the hassle of waiting for files to download and fill up your hard drive before you get round to organizing them. Spotify is instant, fun and simple.