New Faith-Based Movies from Bridgestone Multimedia Group to Enjoy with Your Family (Review)

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

Looking for family faith based movies to watch with your family?  Then, head on over to Bridgestone Multimedia Group and browse their wonderful selection here -- My family has been enjoying their movies for a while, and I especially their animated children's movies.

Here are some recent releases to consider come movie night --




Buy now for only $12.98

Synopsis:

"On a class trip to the museum, Jacob and his adventurous friends sneak away and encounter a group of monkey mannequins in a showcase. There, Jacob is entranced by the mysterious monkey world and the debate surrounding Creation versus evolution. Along the way, Jacob meets Jay, a museum security guard who doubles as a guide for wandering children in the world of the mischievous monkeys. Now it's up to Jay to help Jacob find a safe way out of the crazy mess.

A fun-filled tale of mystery and mayhem in a museum, Jacob on the Road debunks evolutionary theory with a faith-based message, vibrant animation, and catchy songs that captivate children while teaching them about God's creation"



 Buy now for only $19.95

Synopsis:

"Wrapped up in worldly influences, Thomas is a rebellious young man whose life has sunken deep into self-destructive behavior. When his lifestyle begins to damage his relationships with his mom and girlfriend, he loses control, but not before meeting an unlikely mentor who shows Thomas a new path to making the right choices.

Featuring the single "I Need You" by the Christian band Oh Horizon, Slow Fade is an inspiring drama about growing up, finding faith, and facing decisions that affect our actions, thoughts, and identities."

 
Buy now for only $14.95

Synopsis:

"Priscilla struggles to grasp the truth of God's love and the beauty of Blue Neptune as the Genesis 7 crew sets a record for the farthest space mission and a trajectory for the planet's largest moon, Triton. As the daring Donton drills into the frozen wasteland for a sample of the unstable surface, a sudden fissure sends the LG7 careening into a snowbank. Enoch space walks a cable to the lander for yet another rescue, the series of which Donton likens to "a never-ending game of cosmic dodgeball."

Back at Genesis Command, Lt. Jennings learns the identity of a mole trying to sabotage the mission. She reassures the crew before relaying that their next destination is the Kuiper belt to recover the ancient Voyager 2 spacecraft. "It's a long way to the other side of the solar system," declares Enoch as the craft departs."

 
Buy now for only $19.95

Synopsis:

"Based on the bestselling novel by Robert Whitlow, Jimmy is a heartfelt family drama about a mentally challenged teenager (Ian Colletti) who sees beings no one else can. Jimmy doesn't always understand what he sees and hears, but he remembers it all with uncanny accuracy, which is why his lawyer father asks him to testify in a crucial trial. Jimmy's testimony saves the man from jail but has far-reaching consequences for himself, the people he loves, and their community.

Filled with quirky Southern characters who feel familiar but surprise us, the cast includes Ted Levine (Monk), Kelly Carlson (Everwood), Gregory Alan Williams (Remember the Titans), and Bob Gunton (The Shawshank Redemption). Jimmy has also been awarded the Dove Foundation's highest honor of five doves for viewers 12 and older."

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All of the above movies have been Dove-approved, so you will be confident in knowing that these and other Bridgestone Multimedia Group titles will be great to watch with your family.  What I like most about these movies is that it opens up a line of communication between parent and child, and lets you talk opening about your faith, questions your children may have, as well as about the lessons learned from each movie.  I find myself reaching for tissues as many of the movies will pull at your heartstrings.  At the end of each movie, I don't feel like I wasted my time watching an "OK" movie. Instead, I am usually moved or feel inspired, which I love. 

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

Sign Up for HelloFlo and Never Run Out of Femine Care Products Each Month Again (Review)

Disclosure: I was sent a sample from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

 

Has this ever happened to you?  You get your period and go to reach for a pad or tampon, only to find the box empty?  Unfortunately, this happens to me more times than I would like.  Very frustrasting!!!  Then, I have to search all the through the house to see if I can find a hidden stash, so that I can run out to the store to buy more.  It seems that ever since I have had kids my lists that I always seem to list items off my grocery list, and then find myself needing them.  So, when I heard about a wonderful monthly subscription service called HelloFlo, I knew that this would be the service for me.  Never again would I find myself cursing under my breath when my period comes and I am have to hunt for tampons -- as I will have tampons and pads ready and waiting for me. :-)

I was recently sent one of their monthly boxes to review, and have to so besides the concept, I love how they package up and send your monthly supply of feminine care products.  Here is what you get with your initial shipment. 

Then, each month you will continue to get additional tampons and pads sent to you (depending upon your flow choice), as well as candy/chocolate to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. :-)  Upon receiving, you simply take your shipment out of the discreet box and put your monthly supplies in the cute fabric basket you were sent previously.  You can either leave on the shelf in the bathroom, as it is very discrete, or story in the cabinet.  Either way, you will have the necessary monthly supplies on hand when your period comes.

Each month you'll get, depending on your package choice:

• The right amount of Light and Regular tampons for your cycle.
• A handful of Always pads for the night time.
• A few Pantiliners, just in case. Wear them before, during or at the end.
• Some delicious treats.
• Includes Shipping & Handling

"We will send you exactly what you expect every month. We'll ship your package five days before you tell us your period is due so you're prepared. We will include extra treats to put a smile on your face. Our boxes will always be discreet enough to ship to your office or dorm. No one will know what's inside unless you tell them."

HelloFlo would be great for young girls beginning to menstruate or waiting for their first period.   I remember my mom putting together a mini-monthly care package for me for when I first had my period.  But, this monthly subscription service from HelloFlo would have nice to receive, too. To get started on your monthly femine care product shipment, visit HelloFlo and choose the plan that is right for you.   You can choose from Low Flo ($14), Medium Flo ($16), Heavy Flow ($18), Short and Heavy ($14), Pad Only ($15) or Tampon Only ($15) packages.  It is that easy -- and, oh so affordable. Signing up and choosing your delivery date each month is so easy, and can be done in a matter of minutes.  Then, you just have to sit back and wait for your package to arrive, and stash away for when your period comes. I love the convenience, and you will too, once you begin receiving your monthly femine care shipments from HelloFlo.

Disclosure: I was sent a sample from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

ThermaCare® Introduces New Cold and Heat Wraps to Their Product Line, in Addition to Fun Facebook Contest -- Review and #Giveaway

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

 

Early this month, I shared a blog post about the Wheel of Heal Facebook game and contest from ThermaCare, where you could win product coupons, instant prizes and a Hot and Cold Relief Getaway!  If you missed my post about this Facebook contest, which started on May 2nd, and wil continue through the rest of year, click here to read my post now -- http://www.inspiredbysavannah.com/2013/05/enter-thermacare-wheel-of-heal-facebook.html.
Today, I wanted to share my thoughts on ThermaCare's new Cold Wraps, as well as their popular HeatWraps, in addition to offer to offering one lucky reader a chance to the same ThermaCare® relief giveaway package I was sent to review, shown here:

Prior to my cancer diagnosis in 2008, I had suffered from Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fibromyalgia pain on a daily basis.  There were days I couldn't get out of bed, my body ached so much.  On days like this, I only found relief with ThermaCare HeatWraps, which I apply to back and shoulders.  Within a few minutes of applying the heat wrap, the deep penetrating heat would begin to bring relief to my aching muscles.  I was so impressed with how long the heat wraps would stay hot.  Unlike other heat wraps or even muscle rubs, which would get hot for a few minutes, and then begin to stop working afer a few minutes, ThermaCare would never disappoint.

But, since my cancer treatment, my RA has gone into remission, and my Fibromyalgia acts up only occasionally, at which time I use ThermaCare wraps.  Usually stress, lack of sleep and heavy lifting or carrying will trigger my Fibromyalgia to kick in.  And, with the girls being sick this past week and half, not only was I tired from being up most nights, but I spent half my day carrying the girls around, or carting them to the doctors.  So, by the end of the day, by body was aching and I needed relief. 

·         *NEW* ThermaCare® Cold Wraps are designed with TargetTemp Insulation Technology^TM to deliver a constant, comfortable cold so you can wear them continuously.  Giving you effective relief without the icy shock that’s often accompanied by traditional ice packs.  ThermaCare® Cold Wraps can be reused and refrozen for up to ten times. 

·         ThermaCare® is designed to work differently.  Unlike other topical pain relievers, ThermaCare® HeatWraps have patented heat cells that penetrate deep to the source of pain for long-lasting pain relief + faster healing. Therapeutic heat soothes, relaxes and unlocks tight muscles & joints for up to 16 hours of relief.  While the patented heat cells send heat deep into the tissue to increase blood flow and accelerate healing.

I ended up using the ThermaCare lower back and hip heat wrap I was sent to review, and within a few minutes began to see the pain melt away.  In the past, this heat wrap also came in handy for lower back pain felt from menstrual cramping.  But, what I really excited to try out was the new reusable ThermaCare Cold Wraps, which can be refreezed up to ten times.  The joint therapy cold wrap from ThermaCare couldn't have come at a better time, as my fingers were swollen and sore from not only my Fibromyalgia, but also carrying around the girls, who each way around 25 pounds each.  I couldn't believe how quickly this cold wrap brought relief to my aching joints, and reduced swelling almost immediately.  And, unlike other ice packs, which I would have to generally wraps in towels to reduce the severity of the cold temperatures felt on my bare skin, this new Cold Wrap from ThermaCare offered a comfortable cold, without the need to limit its use or having to apply an extra layer of clothes between the cold wrap and my skin, as protective barrier.

Oh yeah, and as a treat, I was also sent a Hot/Cold Coffee Mug, which came in handy for the few extra cup of coffee I would find myself having in the AM, after an up-all-night shift.  There was also a Hot/Cold Gel Eye Mask, that my husband snatched up and began using to help bring relief to his allergy suffering.  The eye mask seemed to reduce his puffy, irritated eyes, and provided a relaxing feel to his tired eyes.

Want to win the ThermaCare® relief giveaway package that I was sent to review, as well?  Not only will you get samples of the ThermaCare HeatWraps and ThermaCare Cold Wraps®, but you will also get the Hot/Cold Coffee Mug and Hot/Cold Gel Eye Mask to pamper yourself with. 

Don't forget to head on over to Facebook and enter the ThermaCare Wheel of Heal Facebook Game, for your chance to with a Hot or Cold Relief Getaway, coupons and instant prizes -- now, until the end of the year.  Click here now to visit the ThermaCare Facebook Fan page for your chance to play and win: www.Facebook.com/ThermaCare.

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One lucky reader will win a ThermaCare® relief giveaway package, thanks to the folks at ThermaCare.  To enter, please complete the entries on the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

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Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

Barbara's Introduces New Snackimals Cereals, the First Kid-Friendly Cereal in the Natural Foods Aisle with Fun Animal Shapes (Review)

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.

My girls have only started to eat cold cereal in the AM, and are picky to say the least when it comes to the cereals they will eat.  While they would prefer I serve them cereals with marshmallows or other sugary ingredients, I prefer to opt for the healthier cereals, that both they and my and I can enjoy eating together.  Around the time that Savannah began eating solids foods a year ago, I stumbled across Barbara's popular Snackimals cookies, and picked up for Savannah to try.  Not only did these act as great teething cookies, but she preferred these tasty cookies over other non-healthy snacks available for toddlers and young children.  While I continue to buy the Snackimals cookies for my girls, I also now pick up the new Barbara's Snackimals cereal.

I only recently found out about the launch of Barbara's Snackimals cereal, in a press release.  This new kid-friendly cereal features zoo animal shapes, and is available in either Vanilla Blast or Cinnamon Crunch flavors.  This new cereal is the first cereal available in the natural food aisles of most major retail grocery stores and Whole Foods locations, in a 9-ounce box.

"Snackimals Cereal is the perfect balance of delicious taste and good nutrition. Moms and Dads are excited about Snackimals Cereal because it is:

• Organic
• Non-GMO Verified
• Has only 7 grams of sugar per serving
• Prebiotic for digestive health
• Good source of fiber and calcium
• Fat free
• Naturally cholesterol free
• Low sodium

All Barbara’s products, including their new line of Snackimals Cereal, are made without artificial preservatives, artificial ingredients, hydrogenated oil, high fructose corn syrup or refined white sugar.  In addition, Barbara’s Snackimals Cereals are packaged using GreenChoice 100% recycled cartons that are made with 100% clean energy, are 100% carbon neutral, and use environmentally friendly inks."

My family was recently able to try out this new cereal, after the kind folks at Barbara's sent along a box of each for us to sample.  Out of the two flavors, I have to say that the girls preferred the Vanilla Blast flavor, while my husband and I liked the Cinnamon Crunch.  My girls are not really big fans of cinnamon, so I wasn't expecting them to like this one.  While I don't pour milk in the girls cereal bowl yet, as they would spill it, I do offer up a sippy cup filled with cold milk.  The girls love to pick out their favorite zoo animals like the lion, elephant and bear, show it to one another and me, and then pop it in their mouths and crunch away.  Then, they follow up with a quick sip of their cold milk to wash it done, and say, "Mmm, so good," before reaching for more animals shaped Snackimals Cereal.  I am so happy to be able to offer up a healthy alternative to their daily oatmeal or egg white and Canadian bacon breakfast options, thanks to this new cereal. 

I know that fans of Barbara's and their Snackimals cookies, will love the new Snackimals Cereal just as much as my family does.  And, knowing that this cereal contains no hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup or refined white sugar, makes me feel better about this cereal choice, when I offer it to my girls in AM, and eat it myself. Are you looking to introduce your child to more healthy breakfast cereals?  If so, you will definitely want to check out Barbara's Snackimals Cereal.  Once you try this new cereal, you will be adding another Barbara's product to your favorites list. :-)

About Barbara's  

A pioneer in the natural foods movement, Barbara's was founded in 1971 by a 17-year-old girl who was passionate about creating great-tasting food from simple, wholesome ingredients. At Barbara's, we believe that life is delicious – and is worth taking a bite out of every day! Located in Marlborough, Mass., Barbara's is committed to making a positive contribution to the world with donations to national and local non-profit organizations including the National Audubon Society's Project Puffin program, celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year, which promotes responsible stewardship of puffin colonies on historic nesting islands in the Gulf of Maine. For more information, please visit www.barbaras.com/adoptapuffin.

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  The views shared are mine and mine alone.
 

The Quinny Yezz Stroller Conquers America -- Win One Now ($279 value) #Giveaway

Disclosure: I will be sent a stroller for review by the vendor, in order to write up an honest review.  The views I will share are mine and mine alone. 

**REVIEW COMING SOON**

This past weekend the Yezz took over Manhattan!  Quinny (the stylish stroller brand coveted by celebs like Courtney K. and Ali Landry) unleashed 400 strollers onto the streets of the Big Apple to lucky moms, who had lined the lined the streets of Manhattan to receive a free Yezz stroller. Some Quinny fans braved the rain to line up as early as 2:00 a.m. at locations including Giggle, Albee Baby, the New York Family Baby Show and more!

 
Besides having a chance to get a FREE Yezz stroller from Quinny, which is valued at $279, moms braved the long lines and chilly AM temperatures because they fell in love with the features of this amazing new stroller, as have I.  Just look at why moms are saying, "Wow" when they hear about the features of the Yezz:

Features Include:

• Approximately 11 lbs 

• Ultra compact quick fold 

 

• Stands when folded, includes adjustable carry strap 

 

• Frame is made of IXEF® material, a high performance injection molded composite fiber — allows for the stroller to be light weight and extremely durable

• Interchangeable seats to allow parents to change the fashion

• Available Accessories: WeatherShield  

I am so excited as the folks at Quinny will be sending along a Yezz for me to try out with the girls.  While I started off the bulky travel stroller and then moved onto the double stroller, I am not back to using a single stroller for Arabella, when we go out places.   Without having the stroller handy, she would run all over creation. But, the one thing that I have hated about the so-called high end stroller that we have is that is it still too clunky, heavy to carry around, and is hard to manuever in tight spots.  You should have saw me the other day at a store in the mall, trying to make my way through the crowded dressing ranks.  Oh, how I had wished at that moment, I hadn't brought this stroller, or better yet, had a stroller that could quickly fold up and be carried around with ease, so that I could navigate the aisles easily.  

So, as I wait to receive and try out the Yezz with my girls, I wanted to offer one lucky ready a chance to win a Quinny Yezz to use with their little one.  I can see these single strollers popping up on expectant moms baby registries, as well as becoming one of the go-to stroller for moms on the go.  With all the buzz that the Yezz has received in NYC so far, it will only be a matter of days before the Quinny Yezz stroller conquers all of America. :-)

Don't be left out, wishing you had bought a Yezz while they were still available.  With summer vacations and day trips in many family's with young children in the near future, this is one stroller that will not cause you headaches -- or backaches. :-)

---BUY NOW---

The Yezz stroller is available in the following fashions: Blue Loop, Yellow Move, Blue Track, Grey Road, Red Signal and Purple Rush. For children from 6 months to 40lbs. The Quinny® also offers parents the ability to change the fashion of this stroller easily as the Yezz features six interchangeable seats (all sold separately for only $69 each).  Click here to learn more about the Yezz stroller, and find a store near, where you can purchase one -- http://www.quinny.com/us-en/, including Babies R Us.

---GIVEAWAY---

Thanks to the folks at Quinny, one lucky reader will win the new Quinny Yezz stroller, saving you time and money,  waiting in line to get your hands one this must-have stroller.  To enter, please complete the entries on the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

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Disclosure: I will be sent a stroller for review by the vendor, in order to write up an honest review.  The views I will share are mine and mine alone.