Emmy Rossum's Sentimental Journey Album Review

Emmy Rossum's Album Sentimental Journey was just released on January 29, 2012.  I am a member of One2One Network and have been given the opportunity to review the album.  I have been listening to this album for the last few days.  Honestly I hadn't ever heard of Emmy Rossum before I was sent this CD to review.  I really enjoy her music.

On Sentimental Journey, the multi-talented actress and singer brings her stellar voice to songs popularized by some of the most beloved artists of the last century.   Emmy's 12 song passion project is an emotional musical journey with each song representing a month in the year.  This is an awesome idea to me and I really enjoy the sentiment.

"Each song needed to either lyrically or emotionally reflect the corresponding month," Emmy explained. "Some songs were obvious fits, like Summer Wind for June, and Pretty Paper for December. Others songs were less literal fits. I chose Nobody Knows You (When You're Down and Out) for September because, to me, the plaintive melody and lyric emotionally reflect the cold weather creeping in and the sense of melancholy we can get in the fall months." 






Rossum is also an acclaimed actress who currently stars in the Showtime series Shameless with William H. Macy. She also stars alongside Emma Thompson and Viola Davis in the upcoming feature film Beautiful Creatures, which hits theaters on February 13th.  

Links:

• “These Foolish Things (Remind Me Of You)” Music Video
• Emmy on Twitter

Links To Buy Album:

• iTunes
• Amazon

Sentimental Journey Track Listing:

1. “Sentimental Journey” (Les Brown, Ben Homer, Arthur Green)
2. “The Object Of My Affection” (Pinky Tomlin)
3. “I’m Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover “(Mort Dixon, Harry M. Woods)
4. “These Foolish Things (Remind Me Of You)” (Eric Maschwitz, Jack Strachey)
5. “(I’ll Be With You) In Apple Blossom Time” (Albert Von Tilzer, Neville Fleeson)
6. “Summer Wind” (Heinz Meier, Johnny Mercer)
7. “Many Tears Ago” (Winfield Scott)
8. “All I Do Is Dream Of You” (Nacio Herb Brown, Arthur Freed)
9. “Nobody Knows You When You’re Down And Out” (Jimmy Cox)
10. “Autumn Leaves” (Joseph Kosma, Jacques Prévert)
11. “Things” (Bobby Darin)
12. “Pretty Paper” (Willie Nelson)

SkinFare Review & Giveaway Ends 2/15/13 at 7 PM EST

If you are like me, then you haven't ever heard of SkinFare.  I found SkinFare on twitter and I was immediately intrigued.  I went to their website to read up on them and found out what they are about.  Organic Skincare sticks containing only USDA certified organic ingredients.  They are to be applied everywhere you have skin with convenient application for travel anywhere in a recycled package that is biodegradable and handmade in Asheville, North Carolina.

About SkinFare:

According to the Environmental Working Group the average American uses 10 personal care products each day exposing themselves to 126 different cosmetic chemicals. Without a degree in chemistry, even scrutinizing consumers are perplexed trying to decipher the ingredients on their favorite soaps, shampoos or lotions. Data is mounting regarding potential health risks associated with toxic cosmetic chemicals.

Unbelievably, manufacturers may use any ingredient or raw material, except for certain color additives and a few prohibited substances, to market a cosmetic product without government review or approval. Essentially, manufacturers regulate themselves through an industry appointed panel, the Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR). Additionally, the FDA does not define or regulate the use of the term “organic” as it applies to cosmetics, body care, or personal care products. Only the USDA can guarantee organic standards but they have no authority over the production and labeling of cosmetics, body care products, and personal care products that are not made up of agricultural ingredients.

WE BELIEVE THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE.  

SAFETY:

All product ingredients must be labeled accurately, have established safety data, and have no risk of being exposed to contamination via manufacturing or packaging.

IMPACT:

All materials must be sustainable, biodegradable, reusable, or recyclable and have energy efficient processing techniques available throughout entire lifecycle.

SOURCING:

All ingredient suppliers must present organic certification issued by a USDA accredited certifier showing compliance with the National Organic Program and exhibit consistent pursuit of social equity.

 

I received all of their products to review.  The first one I tried is the Verdant Remedy.  Tone, Restore, Brighten.  Basil - Basil is a powerhouse: reducing stress and boosting mental strength.  Amen.  Also great for insect bites...particularly mosquitoes.  Galbanum - Reduces scars (yes, stretch marks and blemishes too) and resurrects mature skin.  Known for arthritis relief.  Bergamot - Lighten and brighten the skin, and your mood!  With this known antidepressant.  Improves acne and fades discoloration.

 The Apothecary Prime.  Heal, Sooth, Clarify.  Sage - encourages the lymphatic system which unleashes total body healing.  Poewrful preventative against sagging skin.  Good grief!  Chamonmile - Reduces inflammation.  Clams damaged, itchy, inflamed skin.  A treat for sensitive or blemished skin.  Thyme - Mellow antiseptic that is excellent for acne and dermatitis.  Extraordinary healer and scar reducer, surgical marks included.

The Heirloom Elixir Invigorate, Tighten, Refresh.  Ginger - Triple Threat:  anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory.  Stimulating and Detoxifying properties are even effective for cellulite.  Carrot: High in carotene and vitamin A, keeps skin healthy, toned and wrinkle free.  Greatly reduces pore size.  Sweet!  Spearmint - calms itchy, irritated skin.  Eases headache and soothes stomachache.  Antiseptic wound care wonder.

Topical Nourishment Defend, Balance, Repair.  Palmarosa: Skin hydration and oil production, leaving skin supple and elastic.  Excellent bug repellant properties.  Rosemary:  Refreshing, invigorating: gets blood flowing to your skin cells in order to deliver nutrients and remove waste.  Helichrysum:  Epic healing power.  Stimulate tissue regeneration and scar reduction.  Think of it as the ultimate eraser.

Thunder Cake Energize, Relieve, Protect.  Nutmeg:  Promotes circulation and reduces inflammation.  Protects skin from environmental damage, offering anti-aging properties galore.  Clove:  Works wonders for bug bites, disinfecting and numbing on contact.  Put it on first next time.  Bugs hate clove oil!  Anise:  Natural pain killer that also eases anxiety and calms frayed nerves.  Perfect for any boo boo situation.

You can win one of each of these amazing SkinFare sticks.  I have been using these for the past couple weeks and I love them.  I highly recommend these products.  Please give them a try.

Giveaway:

(you must follow my blog publicly on google friend connect, leave a separate comment for each entry you complete, put your email address in your comment if it's not visible on your blogger profile, contiguous US only, no po boxes)

Mandatory Entry:

Go to Skin Fare's website and tell me something you liked or learned.

Extra Entries:

Like SkinFare on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are their fan.

Follow SkinFare on twitter, leave a comment with your twitter name letting me know you follow.

Follow me on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/fdp4life leave a comment letting me know your twitter name.

Like Let's Eat 2 Day on facebook https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Lets-Eat-2-Day/127260644023896 leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are my fan.

You can enter up to five times.  I will use random.org to select the winner once the giveaway is over at 7 PM on 02/15/13.  I will email the winner and they will have 72 hours to respond to my email with their mailing address or I will have to select another winner.  Thank you for reading and participating.

Full Disclosure:  I received samples to review, the opinions expressed are my own. 

  Winner selected and emailed:

Karen said... 19

All SkinFare sticks contain the same powerful base blended from just four recognizable ingredients: coconut oil, palm fruit oil, beeswax and castor oil.

February 14, 2013 at 5:47 AM

 

 

Awesome Word Finder Widget by Blogmybrain

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of blogmybrain for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Do you like word games?  I love to play scrabble and words with friends too.  These are very popular games that can lead to heated battles among competitive players.   Word games are one of the most popular game genres of games these days.  People from all age groups play fun family word games such as Scrabble or Words With Friends.  Often, games among parents-children, siblings, friends can become quite heated as competitive personalities collide.  With the aim to help players to improve their vocabulary and skills, BlogMyBrain has developed a word finder widget for any websites to embed.

The word finder widget developed by BlogMyBrain can help a lot of players to improve their vocabulary and game skills.  The resulting words generated by the word finder is linked to a dictionary so visitors can learn new words while having fun playing the game.  By installing this widget the website owner can engage the visitors and entice them to stay longer and come back in the future to use the word finder.  The visitors can use the widget on the website that it is embedded in without ever leaving the website.

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Visitors staying longer on websites or coming back to websites are closely linked to search engine rankings. Google's ranking algorithm has been increasingly putting more emphasis on engagement metrics, such as bounce rate, time on site, repeat visits, etc, of which the widget would help improve.

 

Weight Watcher's Yoga Starter Kit Review & Giveaway Ends 2/15/13 at 7 PM EST

Weight Watchers, is the world’s leading provider of weight management services.  Anchor Bay Entertainment is the leading provider of fitness videos.  They have joined forces to make fitness more fun and much more accessible to everyone.  They have three fitness kits that are now available in mass merchants and also on www.walmart.com.  Each kit comes complete with a workout DVD and all the fitness equipment needed along with a 10-week exercise tracker.

The Yoga Starter Kit includes a yoga block and strap.  These kits are not just for Weight Watchers members.  These products help make it easier for everyone to move more by offering complete solutions for all fitness levels.

The Yoga Starter Kit is the perfect way for anyone to dip their toes in and see why yoga has become so popular.  The modifications shown for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels allow you to start where you are and try new variations as your experience level advances.  The kit includes a comfort-sized yoga block and woven cotton strap along with the tracker and DVD. These props assist in stretching and help modify exercises for varying degrees of flexibility and are used to tone muscle.

I have been using this kit for a month or so.  I haven't ever been a fan of yoga, but this starter kit makes it easy to learn the basics.  I never had a block before and it's super helpful for yoga beginners like me.  I have always preferred pilates but I am learning to love yoga with this starter kit.   If you would like to enter to win a kit for yourself, just enter the giveaway below.

Giveaway:   (you must follow my blog publicly on google friend connect, leave a separate comment for each entry you complete, put your email address in your comment if it's not visible on your blogger profile, contiguous US only, no po boxes)

Mandatory Entry:

Go to Anchor Bay Entertainment's website and find another fitness DVD that you would love to get and leave a comment with the title.

Extra Entries:

Like Anchor Bay Entertainment on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are their fan.

Follow Anchor Bay Entertainment on twitter, leave a comment with your twitter name letting me know you follow.

Follow me on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/fdp4life leave a comment letting me know your twitter name.

Like Let's Eat 2 Day on facebook https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Lets-Eat-2-Day/127260644023896 leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are my fan.

You can enter up to five times.  I will use random.org to select the winner once the giveaway is over at 7 PM on 02/15/13.  I will email the winner and they will have 72 hours to respond to my email with their mailing address or I will have to select another winner.  Thank you for reading and participating.

Full Disclosure:  I received a kit to review, the opinions expressed are my own. 

Winner selected and emailed:

Nicole Lancaster said... 74

I followed Anchor Bay Entertainment on twitter-@nodoubt1980

February 15, 2013 at 1:21 PM

Purex Baby Detergent Review & Giveaway Ends 1/30/13 at 7PM EST

Purex Baby Laundry Detergent is wonderful.  We have been using this for the past couple weeks since I got the sample in the mail.  I wanted to get a good idea how much I liked it before I reviewed the detergent here on my blog.  I have tried several baby detergents in the past.  Purex is a better priced alternative to other baby detergents.  I choose Purex because it's more affordable and it works just the same if not better.

If you want some really soft, great smelling clothes use this detergent.  It really does a terrific job of getting clothes soft and clean and smelling great too!

Purex Baby

Gentle on Baby’s Skin. Tough on Baby’s Messes.

You want the best for your baby, and so do we. Purex Baby detergent is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested and formulated to be extra gentle on your little one’s sensitive skin. Purex Baby detergent leaves your baby’s clothes smelling fresh and clean, and won’t harm the flame resistance of sleepwear.

Enter the Oh Baby! Sweepstakes where three grand prize winners will each receive $500 plus 250 additional winners get FREE Purex Baby detergent. 

To find a store near you that carries Purex Baby laundry detergent check the store locator. You can connect with Purex on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to hear about special deals and promotions.

3 Let's Eat 2 Day readers will win a coupon good for a FREE Purex Baby Detergent compliments of Purex.  Just enter the giveaway below.

Giveaway:

Ends 01/30/13 at 7 PM EST (you must follow my blog publicly on google friend connect, leave a separate comment for each entry you complete, put your email address in your comment if it's not visible on your blogger profile, contiguous US only, no po boxes)

Easy Entry - 

Just leave a comment letting me know that you want to win, make sure you put your email in the comment if it's not visible on your blogger profile.

Extra Entries - 

Extra Entries -  Follow me on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/fdp4life leave a comment letting me know your twitter name.

Like Let's Eat 2 Day on facebook https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Lets-Eat-2-Day/127260644023896 leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are my fan.

You can enter up to 3 times.  I will use random.org to select the winner once the giveaway is over at 7 PM on 01/30/13.  I will email the winner and they will have 72 hours to respond to my email with their mailing address or I will have to select another winner.  Thank you for reading and participating.


Disclosure:  The information and coupons have been provided by Purex Insiders.  The opinions expressed are my own.

 

Winners selected and emailed:

Premama Prenatal Vitamin Drink

Prenatal Vitamin Drink Mix by Premama has ingredients to help with nausea and digestive relief–two common side effects of Prenatal Vitamins. The drink mix provides key nutrients (including folic acid, iron, and DHA) for both mom and child and packs in ginger and Vitamin B6, all without needing to swallow a pill! A complete pregnancy vitamin, Premama is doctor recommended.

Prenatal health is so important for both mom and baby. Unfortunately, many women struggle to swallow their daily prenatal vitamin pill due to the size and taste. Premama Prenatal Vitamin Drink Mix is a flavorless powdered prenatal supplement that eliminates the need to swallow a pill. Premama can be easily mixed with juice, iced tea, sports drinks, smoothies, shakes and so much more!

Ingredients found in Premama are proven to reduce the risk of some birth defects by 70% or more:

• Folic Acid to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects
• Chelated iron for healthy blood cell formation
• Vitamin D3 for bone health and immune function
• Coenzyme Q10 to help reduce the risk of pre-eclampsia
• Ginger root to help with nausea relief
• Many more vitamins and minerals to support healthy fetal growth

Dial Foaming Hands Soap Review

The holidays are over and it's a new year but I would like to tell you about Dial Foaming Hand Soap.  I received two bottles to review back in December, but life has been so hectic that I forgot to report to you about this hand soap.  The dispensers still have soap in them and they are still on our counter in two bathrooms.  The soap smells amazing.  Before I go to bed I like to use this soap so that my hands smell nice when I wake up.  The bottles come in really cute designs and the soap is really high quality, good smelling foaming soap. 

 

 

I will be on the lookout for these next year when the holidays roll around.  They are adorable and so festive.  An easy way to brighten up our bathrooms for the holiday season.

 

I received the above mentioned products because I am a Purex Insider, all opinions are my own

Rudi's Organic Bakery Toast-A-Gram

Remember hearing about Elvis and the Queen getting spotted as miraculously scorched images on toasted slices of bread? Well, now is your chance to create your own toasted and miraculous masterpiece!

Rudi’s Organic Bakery is kicking off the New Year with Toast-A-Gram, a creative and fun Facebook application that allows you to toast to good health, good food and good fun. Plus, you’ll be invited to celebrate the creation of your masterpiece by downloading a $1 off coupon good for any Rudi’s Organic product.

New VitaPizza Review

NEW VitaPizza

New! Introducing the VitaPizza, the first and only truly delicious, nutrient-rich, low-calorie, single-serving frozen pizza. After discovering that no other frozen pizza is tasty, healthy and low-calorie at the same time, we decided to make our own version. The result is the innovative VitaPizza—only 190 calories with a unique, thin & crispy crust and just the right amount of toppings to satisfy pizza cravings without the guilt. Available in Cheese & Tomato and Meatless Pepperoni Supreme, the VitaPizza brings a vital and delicious change to your life without the guesswork of choosing what is good for you. Don’t just count calories; make your calories count. Free shipping online or check for store availability. Learn more!

I received two of each of the varieties of the VitaPizza.  I have eaten all four.  I love how easy they are to prepare.  I tried them in the oven and in the microwave.  I prefer to cook in the oven, but they are crispy and delicious out of the microwave too!  I am blown away by how big these pizzas are and how good they are too.  It is truly hard to believe that they are only 190 calories.  This is something you can eat and feel good about the decision you have made. 

I like both the Cheese & Tomato and Meatless Pepperoni Supreme, but if I had to choose I would say the Meatless Pepperoni Supreme is my favorite.  I am also excited that these pizzas have such a high amount of fiber which keeps you fuller longer.  If you find these in your grocer's freezer, pick them up, you won't regret it.  You can also order online and they have free shipping right now.  Check the store locator link above to find them in a store near you!

Winn Dixie Box Tops for Education Win $25 Winn Dixie Gift Card Ends 1/30/13 at 7 PM EST

The crazy, lazy days of summer are on the way, but that’s no reason to take a break on saving!  Whether you’re hitting the road for a summer trip or hitting the books in the classroom this fall, Box Tops and Winn Dixie fuelperks! can help support your family’s adventures! Gear up on Bonus Box Tops for the upcoming school year and fuel up on great savings when you purchase participating Box Tops for Education products at Winn Dixie.

• When you buy 5 participating Box Tops items at Winn Dixie save 10 cents per gallon on gas AND get 20 Bonus Box Tops
• Find great savings on Box Tops products including Big G cereal, Betty Crocker Fruit Flavored Snacks, Pillsbury Crescent Rolls, and many other great products
• Check out www.boxtops4education.com to find out more about the Box Tops for Education program and how you can help support your local school
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• Winn Dixie Website goo.gl/xXZ5V
• Winn Dixie on Facebook http://goo.gl/EM7UD
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Giveaway:

Ends 01/30/13 at 7 PM EST (you must follow my blog publicly on google friend connect, leave a separate comment for each entry you complete, put your email address in your comment if it's not visible on your blogger profile, contiguous US only, no po boxes)

Mandatory Entry - Just leave a comment with what you do with your box tops and make sure your email address is either visible on your profile or put it in your comment.

Extra Entries -  Follow me on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/fdp4life leave a comment letting me know your twitter name.

Like Let's Eat 2 Day on facebook https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Lets-Eat-2-Day/127260644023896 leave a comment with your facebook name letting me know you are my fan.

You can enter up to three times.  I will use random.org to select the winner once the giveaway is over at 7 PM on 01/30/13.  I will email the winner and they will have 72 hours to respond to my email with their mailing address or I will have to select another winner.  Thank you for reading and participating.


Disclosure:  The information and gift cards have been provided by Winn Dixie and General Mills through MyBlogSpark.

Winner selected and emailed:

Sharon Braswell said... 47

I follow on GFC as Sharon Braswell
I give my boxtops to our local schools!
Thank You!

January 29, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Free $2.60 Gift Card to Starbucks - Via Facebook

Starbucks via Facebook [Store Locator] is offering a Free Starbucks eGift coupon good for a Tall Blonde Roast or Vanilla Blonde Brewed Coffee at a participating Starbucks. Thanks Dsar2012

Note, Facebook Account is required

1. Click here
2. Enter your 'email address' in the box provided
3. An eGift coupon will be emailed to you ($2.60 value)
4. Print out your eGift coupon or load it to your registered Starbucks Gift Card and take it to your local participating Starbucks

PACT Premium Organic Cotton Designs $15 Off Any Order

PACT is obsessed with a big idea: clothes that make the world a better place. Socks with soul, altruistic underwear, and other everyday essentials made with fabrics that feel good and go easy on the environment. The best part: with every purchase, you help PACT make a positive change in our world. You change your underwear. Together, we change the world.

Use this link to save $15 on any order http://curebit.com/x/FTZ4A.

I used my coupon to get the Men's Work to Weekend 6 Pack of Socks.  I got them free just paying $4 for the shipping.

Another good deal is this Fuchsia V Neck shirt which will be free just pay the shipping!

$10 Gift Card to Magazines.com

Just go here and sign up, I got my code quickly and ordered Reader's Digest.

http://cdn.mercurymagazines.com/121-1211210/index.html

Fitness Magazine Subscription for Free

Happy New Year!  If you resolved to get fit or stay fit this year, here's a little something to help you with that resolution!

Enjoy!!!

Grilled and Ready is having a promotion for their facebook fans. Just Like their page here and then follow the instructions to sign up for a free 1 year subscription to Fitness magazine.  I already have the magazine but I signed up and once it arrives I'll just combine the subscriptions.  You will need 2 UPC codes, so you can use these 0-2370001625-6 and 0-2370002188-5.   This will probably be over soon so hurry up and sign up!