tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16696683558957618292024-02-19T16:08:31.697-08:00That Barefoot Rebel HippieProduct Reviews, Poetry and Other Life Stuff from Leah Oxendine Miller. Leah Oxendine Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11866547395955852343noreply@blogger.comBlogger203125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669668355895761829.post-91041309212625271682019-02-03T09:40:00.000-08:002019-02-03T09:40:08.649-08:00WMSBW Official Promo Video (PLUS a SNEAK PEAK of what's to come...)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Happy Sunday! What's new with y'all? </b></div>
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As for me, I'm excited to share with you guys the OFFICIAL PROMO video for <i>When My Soul Bleeds Words! </i></div>
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If you haven't checked out the book yet, it's available on Amazon and <a href="http://www.leahoxendine.com/" target="_blank">my website</a>. </div>
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Have you read my historical fiction novel, <i>The Rebels of Florida</i>? (if not, here's the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rebels-Florida-Leah-K-Oxendine/dp/1619846489/ref=pd_sbs_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1619846489&pd_rd_r=6534a947-27d8-11e9-8fda-23ec39d64fe3&pd_rd_w=4o717&pd_rd_wg=WItVt&pf_rd_p=588939de-d3f8-42f1-a3d8-d556eae5797d&pf_rd_r=34C2KMZHY44EZWZTWKPC&psc=1&refRID=34C2KMZHY44EZWZTWKPC" target="_blank">Amazon link</a>)</div>
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So, if you have read it, you know that the ending is basically a cliff-hanger of sorts. Which means, there are more books coming in the TROF series! I'm currently 12k words into the second book, which is entitled Frayed Horizons. (or simply, TROF #2.) </div>
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<b>Behold. The beginning of chapter one, from <i>Frayed Horizons. </i></b></div>
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wasn’t theirs. They felt as if they’d been spliced with blades, like grapes on
a cutting board. Snow was a harsh phenomenon, especially on an inexperienced southern
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Blinding light reflected off the dirty
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Biting cold shook the frame of the lanky
man. Its haggard fingers sunk into his flesh, numbing his bones and draining
the color from his skin. The frigid chill in the air was murderous. Heat had
killed many a soul, but no swelter could take lives <i>this </i>quickly. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Ezra Darson stared at the barren,
unmerciful walls that kept him in this desolate place. The sun was still young
in the sky, muted by the grayness surrounding it. Ezra could barely make out
its glow through the crack in this eastern wall. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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him like a surreal dream. It didn’t seem to be reality at all. He still had
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">He was a prisoner of war. Along with
thousands of other Confederate souls. They’d been sent here to Rock Island,
Illinois almost six months ago; after a humiliating defeat on Lookout Mountain
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">Stay tuned for more this year on <i>Frayed Horizons</i>! And in the meantime, make sure you read TROF #1 so you are ready for the intensity to come. *wink* </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">hey lovelies!</span></b></div>
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<i> In case you didn't know or haven't heard, I have a whole new collection of poetry out in print!</i></div>
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WHEN MY SOUL BLEEDS WORDS is an illustrated poetry book that deals with my experiences relating to mental illness and just all the different facets of life. The ups and downs, the in-betweens. The recovery process of dealing with mental illness. The good and bad. </div>
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Some stuff is dark, some of it is stuff you wouldn't want to read aloud. </div>
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It's all told in a Christian perspective, though, so don't get too scared. </div>
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If you're interested in purchasing your own signed copy, head over to my official website <a href="http://www.leahoxendine.com/" target="_blank">www.leahoxendine.com</a>. </div>
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<b>ALSO you can get a copy on AMAZON! Click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-My-Soul-Bleeds-Words/dp/0578402327/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1548642488&sr=8-1&keywords=when+my+soul+bleeds+words" target="_blank">here</a>! </b></div>
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<b>THANK YOU for supporting indie authors like me! <3 </b></div>
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<br />Leah Oxendine Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11866547395955852343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669668355895761829.post-79454742108033324192019-01-24T11:01:00.003-08:002019-01-24T11:01:42.656-08:00//i had a bad dream last night {poetry} <div style="text-align: center;">
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God, I had a bad dream last night. </div>
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My mind wasn't mine and of truth I lost sight.</div>
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Worse still, all that was wrong became right. </div>
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Into depravity I was thrown.</div>
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Hijacked by the worst evil ever known. </div>
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Humanity had a price tag, like an item to be owned.</div>
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The blood of innocent children on my hands;</div>
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Human sacrifices to appease the devil's demands.</div>
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My silence is what ushered in those evil plans. </div>
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People praised the murderers, the insane. </div>
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I put a gun to my head to blow out my brain. </div>
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They wanted me to die, so I didn't complain. </div>
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Life was a curse instead of a prize.</div>
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To follow Christ was certainly to be despised. </div>
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In despair, I tried to awake, but I couldn't open my eyes.</div>
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And yet...</div>
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It was not a dream. </div>
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I had never been asleep at all. </div>
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copyright 2019, Leah K. Oxendine. </div>
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<b><i>For more poetry, please check out my illustrated poetry collection on mental illness and recovery, "When My Soul Bleeds Words" now available on Amazon <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-My-Soul-Bleeds-Words/dp/0578402327/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542825395&sr=8-1&keywords=when+my+soul+bleeds+words" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</i></b></div>
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Leah Oxendine Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11866547395955852343noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669668355895761829.post-67386619079656951892018-10-07T09:56:00.004-07:002018-10-07T09:56:31.287-07:00Raven Moon Emporium Organic TEA! {review}<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hey y’all! Today I have a nice little surprise for you guys…
a review featuring delicious organic tea blends from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/RavenMoonEmporium?ref=ss_profile" target="_blank">Raven Moon Emporium</a>! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you love tea as much as I do, you’re going to love what
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had the privilege of reviewing multiple different teas
which they sent me to test. So let’s get down to business!</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">An invigorating blend (also caffeine free!) to help you
battle cold and flu symptoms and fight off the bug like a pro! With ingredients
like peppermint and elder flower, you know it’s going to be powerful!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A warm, comforting, caffeine-free chai blend perfect for
autumn! I can’t help but think of bonfires and soft sweaters with this yummy
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I have always been a sucker for earl grey! I think it all
began when I was around 12-13 and my mom let me try her tea for the first time.
Besides green tea, (which I have appropriately named my e-mail address and
other profile names after) my favorite tea is definitely earl grey. This
particular one is perfect and lives up to all the expectations I typically hold
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Mmm, this one is decadent! A rich rooibos blend mixed with
berries like currant fruit, elderberries and cranberries, plus hibiscus and
rosehips…all-together, this is deliciously memorable! It’s one of those teas
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While I do not endorse Wicca or the Wiccan belief, this is
definitely a great tea for boosting your overall health. One of the main things
I love is that it is great for boosting iron. After going through the loss of
my first child Hope, I had lost a good bit of blood and iron was probably low,
so I drunk this tea blend to encourage those numbers to come back up to normal.
Whether you’re male or female, you could definitely benefit from this tea – and
I’ll mention, it’s not on the packaging, but I think this is a good cold-combating
tea, too. It has red raspberry leaf in it which is awesome for helping the
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Oh my goodness. This. Stuff. Is. The. Bomb.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Whoever originally decided to mix pomegranate
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you appreciate aesthetics as well as health value, you
will quickly fall in love with this beautiful blend. When I say it’s beautiful,
I truly mean it. Not only is this tea sweet, summery and refreshing, but it
actually LOOKS gorgeous. The little blue coneflowers, the chamomile petals, the
invigorating aroma of spearmint – it pairs together like a midsummer night’s
dream. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Part of me wants to just have a
mason jar of this tea blend sitting out to look at, it’s that pretty! And of
course, as I mentioned, it tastes just as good. I actually took a few
tablespoons of it and made iced tea with a little honey mixed in. It was
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<b>Overall, this shop has a lot to offer, and these are only a FEW of the many tea blends they curate and sell! <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/RavenMoonEmporium?ref=ss_profile" target="_blank">Visit them today and see what tea strikes your fancy!</a></b></div>
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whirlwind of unexpected life changes, I have still been receiving a few things
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Remember <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SilbaBodyAndSkinCare" target="_blank">Silba Body and Skincare? </a>Earlier this year, I wrote a
review on their amazing facial care line of products. Earlier this summer, they
released a newly updated line of body care products, too! And guess what, yes!
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was sent a Sri Lankan Lemongrass Body oil, a Neroli
Blossom body oil, a Bulgarian Lavender Aloe Spray, and a Sri Lankan Aloe Spray,
as well as three body butter soufflés – a Bulgarian Lavender, Sri Lankan
lemongrass, and a Rosemary & Sage. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">All of these products are top notch when it comes to
quality. They feature natural ingredients that are safe for many different skin
types. And everything is made in Palm Springs, California. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Starting with the body oils: my favorite is definitely the
Neroli Blossom scent. It is lightly sweet and floral, and not overpowering in
any way. Perfect if you tend to enjoy floral based scents or milder scents.</span></div>
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scent, and accurately captures the summer-reminiscent aroma of lemongrass. </span></div>
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and replenishing skin cells with nourishment and love. They don’t feel greasy
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The aloe sprays are awesome if you need a little spritz of
moisture on a hot day without feeling overwhelmed with a bunch of heavy
lotions. My favorite is the Bulgarian lavender. It is a true lavender scent and
smells like the actual essential oil, not just the cheap imitations in products
at the typical grocery store. Once again, for these sprays, a little goes a
long way! I even used them after going
to the beach and getting a little sunburned. With the healing power of aloe, it
was helpful for soothing my rather toasted skin.</span></div>
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doesn’t that wording sound scrumptious? As soon as I saw these products go on
the website I knew I had to try them at some point!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Of the three scents/editions, my favorite is yet again the
Bulgarian lavender. Just like with the aloe spray, the scent of lavender is
captured accurately and delectably. The sri lankan lemongrass is also fresh and
true to scent, just as with its matching aloe spray. The rosemary & sage is a little different to me than
any other lotion or body butter I’ve sampled. Perhaps it is because I’m used to
cooking with both herbs instead of using them on my body…? It’s definitely a
unique combination. It smells great,
don’t get me wrong! And if you like the somewhat earthy, rustic scents of
rosemary and sage, you will love this one for sure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As to consistency and product quality, the body butter
soufflés are basically like a high quality body lotion. You don’t need very
much at one time, as it is fairly concentrated. Once again, more bang for your
buck, right? These body butters feel soft and luxurious against your skin and
will leave you feeling moisturized for hours. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It’s always a pleasure doing reviews for <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SilbaBodyAndSkinCare" target="_blank">Silba Body and Skincare</a>. Please check out their amazing website today and let me know what your
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Happy Thursday! If you love gourmet foods, you're gonna love today's review! I'm excited to introduce to you <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SonomaFarm?ref=l2-shopheader-name" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Sonoma Farm </a><b> which offers high quality olive oils, vinegar and much more! </b></span></div>
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I got to try the Sonoma Farms Garlic infused Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Mild Muffuletta, Carolina Reaper Salsa, Tuscan Vodka spaghetti sauce, and the Hot Giardiniera. </div>
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Let's start out with the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/480259220/muffuletta-mild-sicilian-olive-salad?ref=shop_home_active_23" target="_blank">mild muffuletta</a>! This stuff is so yummy. It is a savory combo of<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> black olives and green olives that are cut by hand along with the celery, cauliflower and carrot, seasoned with oregano and garlic, covered in olive oil. The muffuletta is made in small batches. It can be used in multiple different ways but I enjoyed eating it just by itself! </span></span></div>
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Y'all know I'm a sucker for both quality olive oils and vinegar! I really, really like the garlic infused olive oil from Sonoma. It's got a delicious, smooth flavor and the garlic makes it even better. I love cooking with it and it's also great on salads as a dressing paired with the balsamic vinegar! The vinegar is barrel-aged and also excellent quality. </div>
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<b>Happy Thursday, my friends! </b></div>
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<b>It's time to take a little trip to Greece today - and you won't even have to leave your own kitchen! That's right...</b><a href="https://www.villagebatch.com/" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Village Batch</span></a><b><i> offers quality organic olive oil, vinegar and olives direct from family farms in Greece! </i></b></div>
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<b>I was sent a raw extra virgin organic olive oil, a balsamic vinegar with wildflower honey, and a jar of Greek marinated plum olives. YUM! </b></div>
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<i>Let's start out with the marinated, handpicked plum olives!</i></div>
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They are delicious! The flavor is distinct and memorable and the seasoning is just right. I always enjoy trying new varieties of olives because they are one of my favorites when it comes to little details in Greek meals or American meals alike. .</div>
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These are the kind of olives I would be proud to present on a little fancy dish for company or esteemed visitors, you know? If you want a charismatic, flavorful olive, this is it. </div>
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I love that this balsamic vinegar is flavored with organic honey. It's not overpowering and you can still enjoy it with multiple other flavors, no matter what kind of salad you create. It blends perfectly with the organic extra virgin olive oil that was also sent! </div>
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And a little goes a long way, so you can buy a bottle and it will last you for a while! You can also use this balsamic vinegar to cook/season with or marinate meats, etc!</div>
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And on to my favorite of these three - the organic extra virgin olive oil! This stuff is the bomb! I'm a sucker for quality, organic olive oil and refuse to settle for anything less! With all the canola oil/vegetable oil junk for sale I believe it's imperative to get an olive oil that you know is non-gmo, organic and safe for your health. </div>
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This olive oil can be paired with virtually anything imaginable, whether it's for making a salad dressing as mentioned above, cooking with, or seasoning other yummy dishes. Definitely a must in your kitchen if you like to cook healthy meals! <span style="font-family: inherit;">This olive oil features<span style="background-color: white;"> Koroneiki and Manaki olives sourced from small-scale farms in Arcadia, Greece. </span></span></div>
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<b>Today I have a review for you guys from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthyGals" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Earthy Gals</span></a>, <i>a Mom/Daughter organic shop on Etsy!</i></b></div>
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<i>Are you sick of the synthetic fluoride-ridden toothpastes at the store? Those little tubes that have such long ingredient lists it takes up most of the packaging? </i>Time to go natural and try an alternative that your teeth (and oral health) will love!</div>
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I was sent a container of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/489766709/organic-activated-charcoal-toothpaste-4?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">Organic Activated Charcoal Toothpaste </a> to test and share with y'all. It definitely doesn't look like your typical bleach-white toothpaste from Colgate or Crest, but I'm totally okay with that for a number of reasons! As you can see from the above photo, the ingredients list is incredibly simple. Which is good, good, good! In my book, the simpler, the better. Just because a product has a ton of things listed in it doesn't make it quality! </div>
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I have actually made my own toothpaste before, using bentonite clay and some other natural ingredients. I hadn't used charcoal before in my toothpastes so I was curious to try this.</div>
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<b>Charcoal </b>has a great cleansing effect and also promotes a white, bright smile. </div>
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I was also happy to see <b>coconut oil</b> included in this toothpaste because of its amazing ability to draw toxins out of the mouth, teeth, and entire body. For example, if you have ever heard of "oil pulling", <i>(read about it more on my post <a href="http://leahoxendine.blogspot.com/2012/12/oil-pulling-fabhealthfriday.html" target="_blank">here</a>) </i>Normally coconut oil in toothpaste is not something most people would think about, but I think it's ingenious given all the health benefits. And it doesn't feel greasy or too oily when I use it. </div>
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The addition of baking soda provides more cleansing factors, and the clove and peppermint oils provide a pleasant smell and slightly minty flavor. </div>
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Not gonna lie, if you're not used to natural toothpaste involving charcoal or bentonite clay, you probably will have to get used to the taste and texture of it. It's definitely different! I was already used to it so I didn't mind at all, and honestly it tasted a lot better than my homemade concoction so I'm happy! </div>
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A little bit goes a long, long way! And it's pretty easy to use, too. Since coconut oil can change in texture due to temperatures rising and falling, some days it's a little more liquid than other days. </div>
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<b>Overall, you get a great product here that leaves your mouth, teeth and gums feeling squeaky clean! After I have used this toothpaste for a few weeks, I can see my teeth getting whiter!</b></div>
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<i>Go check out Earthy Gals today! They have more than just toothpaste on their shop! Natural deodorant, natural sunscreen, you name it! Go show them some love today! </i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have you had a homemade French praline before? I hadn’t but
I was curious to try it! Nawatha from <b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CafenawlinsPralines" target="_blank">CafeNawlins</a> </span></b>sent me a couple of hers to
test for this review.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I was sent several of the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/259860609/12-individuals-new-orleans-original?ref=shop_home_active_18" target="_blank">original french pralines.</a> Click the link to see the original Etsy listing. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Then I took a bite and was still unsure. It was a very
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Overall, if you want to try a different type of sweet treat,
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I just got back from a week-long road trip with my husband up to historic Gettysburg for the 155th reenactment of the Gettysburg battle. After all the traveling, I am excited to bring y'all some new review this week and next!</div>
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<b>Today I'm featuring <span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ModernMixology" target="_blank">Modern Mixology</a>,</span> based out of Virginia! This shop features yummy snacks that are expertly crafted and made with natural ingredients! </b></div>
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<b><i>I was sent two different kind of seasoned pecans to test and write about - yum! Who else loves nuts as much as me? </i></b></div>
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I got to try the Cinnamon Spiced Pecans, and the Bourbon Pecans. Both are delicious and I love how simple the ingredients are.</div>
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Both are definitely sweet in flavor. The Cinnamon Spiced pecans are very true to the name, they taste just like cinnamon and sugar. So yummy and addictive! I had to stop myself from eating the whole bag in one sitting! </div>
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The Bourbon pecans give you that little taste of sweetness mixed with a distinctive hint of alcohol. Yes, the bourbon flavor is very noticeable here. Great gift for that person in your life who enjoys a little drink now and then! And I must say, I've never tasted anything like these pecans before. It's a unique experience...bourbon on nuts? Huh? But it definitely works! I'm not even a big fan of bourbon! </div>
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<i>I give the Cinnamon Spiced Pecans a 5 out of 5 star rating, and the Bourbon Pecans a 4 out of 5, just because I liked the Cinnamon Spiced Pecans best of all. </i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Go visit</span></b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ModernMixology" style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Modern Mixology</a><span style="font-size: large;"><b> today and show them some love! And make sure you tell them I sent ya! Happy Wednesday!</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Good afternoon lovelies! How was everyone’s weekend? Today I have another awesome product review for you guys, and your skin is going to love it! We are featuring <b><i>Silba Body and Skin Care </i></b>today, with all natural facial care products from Silke Bayer, an International Certified Aromatherapist. It’s time to pamper your skin!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was excited to get to try out the <i>facial care line from Silba Body and Skin Care</i>. I was sent a sample of each of the following: Lavender/Tea Tree Face Wash, Grapefruit Face Wash, Rose Toner, Rosemary Toner and Lavender/Frankincense Toner, Vanilla Infused Facial Jojoba Oil, Citrus Splash Facial Scrub, Rose Hibiscus Mist, and three different lip balms – lavender/geranium, lemongrass, and peppermint.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Before I go on, I must comment on how professional all of these products looked. The packaging was so pretty and even color coordinated. It was so much fun trying out each of the items! And now here’s my breakdown on each one.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So, this facial wash smells awesome. The combination of
lavender and tea tree works really well. This is a good facial wash if you have
dry skin. I know the label says for “all skin types”, but I have oily skin and
felt that this was a bit too moisturizing for my own skin type. Of course, my
preference in facial washes is to have a wash that leaves my face feeling clean
and dry, instead of clean and moist. That might sound kind of silly, since a
lot of people struggle with dry skin, but I’m the opposite. Anyways! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Once again, awesome scent on this facial wash. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love citrus scents so this one really got my
interest. It’s similar to the lavender/tea tree wash in consistency, so refer back
to my previous statements above. If you have dry skin, you’re going to love
this stuff! If you have oily skin like me, you might find it a little too heavy
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have you used a facial toner before? These things are the
bomb. I love to use a good facial toner in the morning when I first wake up, or
in the evening before bed after showering. It leaves your skin feeling
refreshed and rejuvenated, but also moisturized. The rose toner was designed
for “dry/normal/and or sensitive skin.” <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love the scent of rose and this supplied
just the right amount of moisture. Definitely a fan! Hubby liked the scent on
me, too. *wink* </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This toner was described as being best for “oily/acne
prone/combination skin.” Of course this was one of the first toners I tried,
since I definitely fall into that category. While I normally wouldn’t gravitate
towards rosemary as a scent for body products, this toner smells very pleasant.
I like the consistency and feel like it compliments my skin type. Another YES,
to this toner! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Originally I was going to pick a favorite of the three
toners, but now that I think about it, I like them all equally in a different way.
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moisturizing quality, and I’ve enjoyed using all three! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The lavender/frankincense toner is definitely awesome,
because it’s promoted as being great for all skin types. It’s not heavy on the
moisture and it leaves my skin feeling awake and refreshed. It’s almost like
the feeling of splashing cold water on your face on a hot day - but with a
lovely scent to it, and also additional skin vitality benefits. Can I just say
the addition of frankincense made this toner all the more amazing? Definitely
another WIN! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This facial jojoba oil smells so warm and delicious. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The ingredient list is delightfully simple,
too. Just pure jojoba oil infused with vanilla, and vitamin C. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I honestly feel like I’m rewarding my skin
with this decadent oil. A small amount goes a long way! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While I love the citrus scent, I wasn’t super hyped about
this particular item’s consistency. When I think of a scrub, I think of
exfoliating textures that are relatively easy to wash away. This product felt
more lotion-like to me than scrub-y. I tested it in the shower while going
through my normal routine and felt like it was a little too moisturizing and
heavy on the oils to be a facial scrub. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Going back to the whole moisture thing,
though, if you have a lot of dryness, your skin would probably love this!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For example, my husband liked this. He tried it and said it
felt really moisturizing on his face. His skin gets really dry after being in
the sun a lot, so it worked well for him. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Okay, so this mist was actually one of my favorite things in
the whole box! Y’all know I love anything rose scented, and the fact that
hibiscus flowers were infused here just made it a whole lot better. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you want to feel refreshed, spray this mist
near your face and enjoy! You can use this mist to set your makeup, too. I love
the floral undertones and how easy it is to use this mist. Another win! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">All three lip balms are the perfect consistency and provide
excellent moisture to dry, chapped lips. The scents are not over-bearing at all.
They remind me of summer! The lavender/geranium scent is unique, and I’m not
sure I’ve ever tried a lip balm with that combination before. Initially you
smell the geranium first, but the lavender compliments it nicely.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The peppermint scent is on point – probably my favorite of
the three. The lemongrass scent smells just like real lemongrass. Believe me, I
would know, I’ve grown lemongrass before. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Overall, my conclusion is that Silba Body and Skin Care
provides a luxurious, all-natural facial care line that is particularly awesome
for people with dry to normal skin.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> And as somebody with oily/acne prone skin,
I am a big fan of the facial toners, vanilla oil, and facial mist! </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The products
in the <a href="http://www.silbabodyandskincare.com/" target="_blank">Silba Body and Skin care facial line</a> will leave your skin feeling
hydrated and free of harmful, synthetic chemicals. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Be on the watch for their new, upgraded
body care line coming soon! </b></span></div>
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I was sent an all-natural yoga mat spray to test and review and I have to say that this one is a first! Even if you don't do yoga, but use those dirty yoga/exercise mats at your local gym - you know how gross they can be and how synthetic and chemical-y the gym cleaner sprays always are! Know what I'm talking about?? </div>
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This yoga mat spray includes nothing but natural ingredients that are safe for you, your skin and your mat. It comes in an adorable little bottle with the cutest label! The scent is pleasant and mild, not overbearing at all. </div>
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I use my mat inside and out, so it gets pretty dirty. This spray is a must-have, whether I'm in the gym or outside going through my own flows!</div>
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After testing this yoga mat spray, I have to say it's got my seal of approval. Before you go use that nasty chemical stuff at the gym, think ahead and bring your own natural spray from <b>The Box Plant!</b> You could even spray a small cloth or towel and bring it with you to wipe down gym equipment and other fitness tools you'll be using, as well. </div>
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Hey guys, we got another cool review today, and this time we are featuring some delicious organic popcorn and spice seasonings (plus some delicious tea) by<span style="font-size: large;"> <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/dellcovespices?ref=l2-shopheader-name&section_id=7653724" target="_blank">Dell Cove Spices</a>! </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I don't know about you guys, but I'm a sucker for well-made popcorn. And high-quality tea. Y'all feel me?? </span></div>
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Sooo in this package, I was sent two delicious organic <a href="http://www.dellcovespices.com/collections/all-about-tea" target="_blank">gourmet tea blends</a> and a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/92401920/gourmet-popcorn-and-seasoning-kit" target="_blank">gourmet popcorn kit</a>. Yum! I was sent a Rose green tea blend and a Mint green tea. </div>
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Both are so flavorful! My favorite though is the Rose green tea. I drink it quite frequently now and love the little hints of rose combined with the green tea leaves. So uplifting and rejuvenating. I'm already a huge fan of green tea, but the rose petals and other ingredients in this tea made it so much better. </div>
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The mint is good, but a little strong for my own preferences. If you love minty foods you will be in love with this tea blend.</div>
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So now on to this incredible <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/92401920/gourmet-popcorn-and-seasoning-kit" target="_blank">popcorn kernels and seasonings kit</a>! This set is the bomb. So delicious. My husband and I enjoyed everything in it! </div>
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This set includes 4 varieties of non-gmo kernels and 4 gluten-free spice varieties! </div>
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My husband and I enjoyed all four. Differentiating between flavors is a little tricky since once they are popped, the only thing we really noticed was difference in size - and even that wasn't too noticeable. All four were delicious! </div>
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The spice varieties here are Vietnamese Cinnamon & Spiced Sugar, Smokey BBQ, Salt & Vinegar, and Sweet Maui Onion. </div>
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My husband and I both agreed that our favorite was the <i>Vietnamese Cinnamon & Spiced Sugar!</i> We love Vietnamese food and this blend actually reminded us of our favorite Vietnamese dish, which is foh. Even though foh is not sweet at all, somehow this blend gave us that little hint of it which made us quite happy. It's true to its name for sure! </div>
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The<i> Salt & Vinegar</i> seasoning initially had me turned away because....salt and vinegar on popcorn?? I'd never tried that combo before. Hubby was a little skeptical too initially, but it grew on us both! I like this blend because it wakes up your senses! Salty and sour somehow work really well here. </div>
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The <i>Sweet Maui Onion</i> blend is also quite delicious. Once again, the flavor clash of sweet and salty works really well. I like the taste of onion anyway, so it didn't take anything at all for me to like this one! </div>
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<b>OVERALL, I plan to be supporting this business again soon! I am pretty sure when we run out of the Vietnamese Cinnamon & Sugar we'll be buying more, it's just that good!</b></div>
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<b>I enjoyed getting to review Dell Cove Spices - tasting their yummy popcorn and seasonings was a real treat!</b></div>
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But today we have a special treat - quite literally - <b>a review featuring</b> <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SavvySimple" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Savvy Simple</a><i>,</i><b> a shop that specializes in all-natural baking mixes! NO artificial flavors, additives or chemicals! You can have your baking mix vegan or lactose free if you choose, as well. </b></span></div>
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Who hear loves to eat cake? I'm sure a lot of hands went up! Isn't it nice when you can enjoy baking but rest assured that the ingredients are going to be relatively clean and without all the extra junk? <i>Savvy Simple</i> offers lots of different baking blends and even icing mixes too. The prices are pretty good, too! </div>
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To my excitement, I was sent 3 different baking mixes and 2 different icing mixes! </div>
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I was sent the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake mix, the Carrot Cake mix, and the Pumpkin Spice Muffin Mix! As well as the Peanut Butter Frosting and Vanilla Frosting mixes. Yum! It took me a little while to test everything because I generally don't eat sweets except on the weekends. And I travel on the weekends semi frequently, so that doesn't leave a lot of time to bake. </div>
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The first thing I tried was the Chocolate Peanut Butter cake mix, paired with the Peanut Butter Frosting. </div>
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This cake is really promising. I love the general flavor of peanut butter combined with chocolate. The icing is delicious and I added some Nutella to give it that chocolate-y color.</div>
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My only complaint with this particular mix is that it was a little on the dry side. My family agreed. A simple fix would be to add some sour cream, a pack of instant pudding, or even applesauce etc to moisten it up! </div>
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Next is the Pumpkin Spice muffin mix. I don't actually own any muffin tins right now, so I decided to improvise and make a muffin loaf instead! I made this for when my sister-in-law and her husband came over one weekend, and let me tell you, this stuff got eaten up realllyyyy quick! It's sweet but not too much. I used sweet potato instead because I didn't have pumpkin on hand and it still tasted delicious! I give this one a thumbs-up! </div>
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Alas, for the Carrot Cake mix, I didn't get good pictures of the finished product. Here you can see after I poured the batter into the baking pans. This is definitely my favorite mix of them all. The vanilla icing mix paired perfectly! I made this one for Mothers' Day and my mom LOVED it. So did my brothers and dad, too. ;) It was definitely a hit, and very moist! Sour cream was included on this one and was advised in the add-in ingredient list.</div>
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The vanilla icing was perfect to go with this cake! If I wasn't trying to eat clean and sugar-free most of the time, I would have eaten more than I did. Haha!</div>
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All the products were very easy to assemble! The ingredients lists are simple, too, which is the best part! They truly fit the name - Savvy SIMPLE! </div>
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<b>You should go check out <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SavvySimple" target="_blank">Savvy Simple</a> if you love baking - and easy baking, at that! Tell them I sent ya!</b></div>
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Today I am pleased to present to you a review from <b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheDirtRoadChic" target="_blank">The Dirt Road Chic</a> </span>a shop that specializes in amazing handcrafted soy candles! The Dirt Road Chic is based out of Michigan and offers small-batch, hand-poured candles that will make your whole house smell incredible!</b></div>
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I got to test two different scents and am positively in love!<b> </b></div>
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I was sent the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/557351834/soy-candle-scented-holiday-candle-hand?ref=shop_home_active_20" target="_blank">Snickerdoodle candle</a> and also the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/577075335/mothers-day-gift-cucumber-melon-scented?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">Cucumber Melon candle</a>, and both are delightful! </div>
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The scents are rich and delicious! </div>
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I picked the Snickerdoodle candle and Cucumber Melon because I thought they were two very different scent types so wanted to get a good idea of both kinds! </div>
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Both my husband and I agree that our favorite is Snickerdoodle for sure. It smells soooo darn good and makes us crave homemade cookies! If I wasn't trying to stay away from sugar, I'd be making some snickerdoodles right now just because this candle smells so divine! </div>
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The Cucumber Melon candle smells lovely, too. It is fresh and rejuvenating and makes me think of summer!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><b>Happy Friday y'all!<i> Who's ready for another review? </i>Today we have</b></span><b style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleLuxeBathAndSpa/items" target="_blank">LittleLuxe Bath & Spa</a>, a delightful small business specializing in dozens of quality, natural bath and luxury spa items! </b></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;">Now and then you just need to pamper yourself, amiright? What better way than to indulge in some decadent bath salts, sugar scrubs or bath soaks? </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was sent a collection of bath scrubs/salts and also a
sugar lip scrub and the Bird of Paradise bath gift set from LittleLuxe. I absolutely love the photography and aesthetic designs on the LittleLuxe Etsy listings! So pretty! </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/597712825/bird-of-paradise-bath-gift-set-natural?ref=shop_home_active_37" target="_blank">Bird of Paradise Gift Set </a> <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This set features a homemade soap and bath salts. The soap has
a sweet but almost tangy scent. It definitely has a tropical vibe to it! I love
the color scheme! The bath salts have a similar scent but it’s a little
different. I love the color of these salts. The scent is sweet and tropical
themed, but I am not super fond of it personally. It is starting to wear on me
a little more but initially it wasn’t a scent I would pick above others. Overall, this is definitely a lovely gift set
however, and I loved the packaging as well! </span></div>
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Here is a synopsis of all the bath soaks/scrubs I was sent. Visit the LittleLuxe store to see the full collection of bath soaks and scrubs! </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b>I love that this bath tea soak has actual dried blueberry pieces in it! It smells very pleasant and sweet, and not overbearing at all. One of my favorites in this collection!</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/552977264/lip-scrub-sugar-scrub-gift-for-her?ref=shop_home_active_84" target="_blank">Pink </a></span></b><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/552977264/lip-scrub-sugar-scrub-gift-for-her?ref=shop_home_active_84" target="_blank">Lemonade</a> Lip
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This sugar lip scrub tastes so darn good! It tastes just like real pink lemonade. It's very messy to use, but my lips felt so soft and moist afterwards. I am definitely a fan of this flavor! If you check out the link above, you'll see there are dozens of other cool flavors to pick from, too! </div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/596259367/ocean-mist-spa-gift-bath-soak-natural?ref=shop_home_active_44" target="_blank">Ocean Mist Bath Salt Soak</a></span></b></div>
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This luxurious bath salt soak will take you to the beach even if it's not quite vacation time! I love the scent, and the dead sea salts will leave your body feeling radiant. </div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Vanilla Espresso
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Oh my goodness, this sample smelled so good! It makes me
want to eat it! This natural body scrub is great for exfoliating the skin, and
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Fresh Blackberry Body
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products! And this sugar body scrub really nailed the blackberry scent! It is
sweet and refreshing. I like it almost as much as the vanilla espresso body
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Overall, this shop has a lot to offer. They use only natural ingredients, too, which is the best part! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>Go check out <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleLuxeBathAndSpa/items" target="_blank">LittleLuxe Bath & Spa</a> today if you wanna "treat yo'self" a little! </b></i></span></div>
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Good morning! How has your week been going so far? I still can't believe it's Tuesday already. This year is just flying by! Today we have a delightful review from another small business on Etsy!</div>
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<b>Please welcome</b><b style="font-size: x-large;"> </b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ExhaleBodyandBirth?ref=ss_profile" style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Exhale Body & Birth</a><b style="font-size: x-large;"> </b><b>to the blog today! This shop offers dozens of all-natural products - everything from tinctures and essential oil blends, to soap, lip balm and teas. Exhale focuses on general natural health and wellness, but also specializes in products to help with fertility! </b></div>
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<i>(Before we get started, have you entered the <a href="http://leahoxendine.blogspot.com/2018/04/spring-giveaway-essential-oil-diffuser.html" target="_blank">SPRING GIVEAWAY</a> yet?)</i></div>
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Y'all know I love essential oils. I have made a few tinctures in the past, too. There is so much power you can harness from different herbs when they are kept in a tincture form! Not to mention, they will preserve for a pretty long time in that state. </div>
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So naturally, I was pretty darn excited to get to try out some of the blends from <i><b>Exhale</b></i>.</div>
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I was sent four different products, and each one I have enjoyed testing! </div>
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Here's what I was sent, and my analysis of each product: </div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">1. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/576929313/headache-relief-tincture-alcohol-free?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">Headache Relief Tincture</a></span></i></b></div>
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This alcohol-free tincture is a major blessing and must-have. I don't get many headaches, but when I do, they are terrible. I started getting one over the weekend after doing some inversions in yoga, and took two dropper-fulls of this tincture. In about 20 minutes I was headache free. I also had my husband try it because he said he was getting a headache later that evening. I didn't hear him complaining a bit after that! </div>
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I love the ingredients in this ti<span style="font-family: inherit;">ncture: <span style="background-color: white; color: #444444;">Organic Vegetable Glycerin, Organic Lemon Balm, Organic Chamomile, Organic Willow Bark, Organic Valerian Root and Organic Ginger. </span></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">2. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/566142318/energy-booster-aromatherapy-roller?ref=shop_home_active_20" target="_blank">Energy Booster Aromatherapy Roller </a></span></i></b></div>
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Sometimes even the most energetic person needs a little extra boost, am I right? For the most part, I have a lot of energy - I mean I kinda have to, as a personal trainer and group instructor. My diet and lifestyle keep me pretty awake. But there are times when I wouldn't mind a little extra "awakeness". Haha! This energy-boosting aromatherapy roller has a lovely citrus scent mixed with peppermint. The pink grapefruit and lime essential oils mixed with the peppermint oil will definitely get your mind/spirit feeling sharp and rejuvenated! A little goes a long way! </div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">3. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/576917381/arnica-muscle-rub?ref=shop_home_active_47" target="_blank">Arnica Muscle Rub</a></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><i>"What is Arnica? Well it's a super plant from the sunflower family that helps relieve aches and pains. So if you have a bruise you can't get to heal, you have arthritis pain, some muscle soreness or a headache that just won't go away. All you have to do is roll this on your sore muscles and let it's magical properties start to ease your pain. We have included some organic essential oils in this roller to help ease you into relaxation. These essential oils are also known to help with pain relief."</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is a description on arnica that is on the original Etsy listing. I love this stuff! It's so easy to use, and since I work out frequently any kind of muscle relief is always welcome. I messed up something in my knee doing lotus pose in yoga practice, and have been rubbing this oil on the affected region. It seems to be helping ease some of the pain. </span></div>
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The ingredients in this muscle rub are:</div>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"> Organic Arnica Oil, Organic Almond Oil, Organic Rosemary Essential Oil, Organic Frankincense Essential Oil, Organic Bergamot Essential Oil, Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Organic Clary Sage Essential Oil, Organic Lemon Grass Essential Oil and Organic Lavender Essential Oil.</span></span><br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">4. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/564942944/natural-strawberry-lip-balm-strawberry" target="_blank">Natural Strawberry Lip Balm </a></span></i></b></div>
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Ahhh, now this lip balm is the BOMB! Or, the BALM, should I say?! I loved the scent as soon as I got it. It smells like actual strawberries and cream. So sweet and pleasant! The scent is not overwhelming at all. This lip balm leaves your lips soft and moisturized, too - but without all the harmful chemicals of a typical store-bought lip balm! </div>
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Here are the ingredients: (I love how ridiculously simple and natural they are!)</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax & Strawberry Extract. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">And just saying, this lip balm is only 2 bucks. I mean, Burt's Bees is more than that, and there are way more ingredients, not all are exactly amazing for you, either. So this is a pretty amazing deal. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>Overall, I am happy to give my 'seal of approval' for Exhale Body and Birth! This shop is awesome, and their products definitely speak for themselves. They aren't overpriced, they are great quality, and just great for you in general! You should check them out today! Tell em' I sent ya! </b></i></span></span></div>
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Today we have a cool review featuring the shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MisterJoeSprinkle" style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Mister Joe Sprinkle</a> and the "Ole Man's Spice Rub" collection. Mister Joe Sprinkle offers several different kinds of delicious spice blends for all your cooking needs! </div>
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Personally, I enjoy making good food. I take pride in being able to prepare a meal that is both healthy and tastes good! I also love my proteins, especially since I'm trying to build lean muscle!</div>
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Sometimes when you are cooking beef or chicken it can be challenging to figure out a good seasoning combination. The Ole Man seasonings are just the right way to add a little flavor and kick! </div>
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I was sent a sample of the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125509832/award-winning-ole-mans-spice-rub?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">Award Winning Original Blend</a> seasoning/spice rub, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/207522475/award-winning-ole-mans-spice-rub?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">the Diet Blend spice rub</a>, also the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/171623978/award-winning-ole-mans-spice-rub?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">Mediterranean Blen</a>d and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/583285003/award-winning-ole-mans-spice-rub?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">TNT blend</a>! </div>
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As you can see, the ingredients are pretty simple! Nothing questionable. A lot of seasoning mixes from the regular grocery store include MSG and other bad ingredients. It's good to see that the Ole Man mixes don't do this! Yay!</div>
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The Original Blend is really good on steak and hamburgers, in my opinion. My husband and I tried it when we had company over and everybody loved the flavor! We also used a little bit on some sauteed mushrooms and onions, which tasted delicious as well. The TNT blend added a great kick! </div>
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If you are trying to watch out for the extra sugar, the Diet Blend is perfect. It's just like the Original blend but minus the sugar and salt! You can still enjoy the unique Ole Man flavor but without those extra calories! </div>
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The Mediterranean blend is great on chicken. Overall, my husband and I have really been enjoying these seasoning blends! They are a great deal for what you get nutritionally and flavor-wise! Especially with the free shipping!</div>
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<b>Go check out <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MisterJoeSprinkle?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Mister Joe Sprinkle</a> today and try out these seasonings for yourself! They have sample sizes too! </b></div>
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Are you trying to grow your hair out or increase volume? Been struggling with dull, damaged hair for some time now? You'll be happy to read today's review, then! </div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CeCeNaturals" style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">CeCe Naturals</a> specializes in natural hair growth products to make your mane look gorgeous and healthy! Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, CeCe Naturals has shampoo/conditioner for both curly hair and fine/straight hair. So no matter your hair type, you can enjoy the products! </div>
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I was sent a Restoration Growth Oil, and a Fermented Rice Water shampoo rinse with Fermented Rice Water Conditioning Mask. I have never tried anything with fermented rice water until now, it's such a fascinating concept! </div>
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The Restoration Growth Oil is a great natural conditioner and encourages the growth of roots, and strengthening of follicles. I massaged a few drops into my scalp and then distributed it through the rest of my hair in small portions. I left it in overnight and then washed it out then next day. My hair felt so silky smooth and radiant! </div>
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The <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/604673041/fermented-rice-water-shampoo-rinse?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">Fermented Rice Water Shampoo Rinse </a> is very thin in consistency since it's a rinse vs. a typical shampoo you'd find at the store. I had to use a little bit more of this since my hair is so long. I used it in the shower and it gave a wonderful lather which was surprising. </div>
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Last we have the Fermented Rice Water Conditioning Mask. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/535519954/fermented-rice-water-hibiscus?ref=shop_home_active_18" target="_blank">Click here</a> to check it out on Etsy! </div>
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If you're looking for a deep conditioner that will nourish your hair and moisturize to the max, this is it. It took me two washes to get it out fully. Serious stuff! I recommend only using a small amount because of how concentrated it is. </div>
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CeCe Naturals has many other awesome hair care products which you should definitely check out! If you have curly hair, there are products specifically for you, too! </div>
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Today I am pleased to feature<b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/JnJFarmKY" target="_blank">J&J Farm</a> which offers natural/organic soaps, lotions, essential oils and herbals! They are based out of Quantico, Virginia! </b></div>
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I was sent a few awesome things to test, including a Bengal Balm, Acne Detox soap, and Organic Grass Fed Tallow soap. </div>
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Click the link to view the Etsy listing. This balm is great for sore, achy muscles, stiffness, and even arthritis. Since I am constantly teaching fitness classes, and working out on my own, it is a great tool to have this stuff on hand. I get a lot of lower back soreness and during my monthly cycle, a lot of muscle cramping. This helped alleviate some of that discomfort. And it's nice to know that if I ever feel reaaaaallly super sore after a serious workout, I have this to back me up! </div>
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Next, we have the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/240258654/acne-detox-soap?ref=shop_home_active_38" target="_blank">Acne Detox Soap </a> which I was also super interested in trying because acne is one of those icky details I have to live with at times. You know when you have extra sugar or lactose and your gut just says NOPE? Next thing you know, there are zits galore? Yeahhh. That's what happens for me, too. If I eat clean, it's not an issue, but once I reintroduce those things back in to my diet, boom, my face is a wreck.</div>
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This nifty bar of soap is definitely a wonderful way to cleanse your face. It's nothing fancy to look at or smell, but it gets the job done and helps to reduce the inflammation that acne can cause. </div>
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Last but not least, we have an awesome-yet-simple soap <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/495175152/organic-grass-fed-tallow-hypo-allergenic?ref=shop_home_active_16" target="_blank">Organic Grass Fed Tallow Soap</a> for shaving, or just for general usage. Both men and women can enjoy it, but it's recommended especially for men. If you're looking for a soap that is very safe for people with sensitive skin, this is the one! Can't go wrong here!</div>
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Overall, <b>J&J Farms has a lot of quality products to offer</b>, and from the three things that I got to sample, they seem like a top-notch business! I love that they promote a natural lifestyle through their products. You should definitely check them out today!</div>
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If you love using essential oils, you're gonna love today's post! I'm so excited to present you all with not just another review, but also a GIVEAWAY! Whoop! </div>
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Today I'm featuring <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CorpsOAme?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Corps & Ame</span></b></a>, a Canadian based small business that offers handmade, unique creations like essential oil diffusers, jewelry, pots for small plants, and more! It's definitely a cool shop with a lot to look at. </div>
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I was sent two different essential oil diffuser necklaces<i>. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CorpsOAme/items?ref=pr_shop_more&section_id=22610367" target="_blank">Check out the Etsy page here for the full list of Corps & Ame diffusers!</a></i></div>
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Each diffuser necklace is unique and handcrafted. No two are alike! They are made with clay, and allow you to have a portable diffuser for your favorite essential oils all day long! All you do is put a few drops of oil on the necklace, let it absorb, then wear and enjoy! So awesome!</div>
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You can see where I have been using my oils on the necklace on the left. I absolutely love it! Not only is it a pretty necklace, but I love having a safe way to wear essential oils throughout the day. Some oils are too strong to put directly on your skin without a carrier oil like coconut or almond, etc. </div>
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During cold season, you can put eucalyptus oil on your diffuser to help keep your sinuses open. If you are needing to relax or just chill out a little, put some chamomile or lavender on your diffuser! There are so many options depending on what you need or want!</div>
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I have been using jasmine oil and it has been just divine. It's like a natural perfume that also encourages relaxation. While I go throughout my day, now and then I'll get a little hint of the oil and it just makes everything else better! If I'm teaching yoga, as I move into down-dog I'll catch a whiff and be able to enjoy the flow even more. I can't stress how much I'm in love with my diffuser!</div>
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<b>Sooo now for the best part, the GIVEAWAY! Below you can enter to win your very own handcrafted clay essential oil diffuser necklace! </b></div>
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<b>Winner's prize is the NAMASTE diffuser necklace pictured above and below! And if you are a yogi, this is definitely the diffuser necklace for you! </b></div>
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Today we have a review featuring the amazing <b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/IlluaSoap" target="_blank">ILLUA Soap</a> Shop</span></b>, based out of Stockton, California! </div>
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I was already a fan of this shop even before they sent me any products. Just looking at their beautifully organized Etsy store made me want to try their items! The photography for all the soaps is so professional and tasteful. Not to mention, the actual products looked so appealing!</div>
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To my delight, I was sent a collection of whipped sugar soaps and a solid soap as well. I enjoyed testing all the products! ILLUA offers quality hand-crafted soaps made with natural ingredients. </div>
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My favorite of all the whipped soaps I was sent was the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/582804016/espresso-whipped-sugar-soap-whipped?ref=shop_home_active_13" target="_blank">Espresso Whipped Sugar Scrub </a>. Positively divine! It smelled just like real espresso, which made me want to eat it. It includes real coffee grounds to help with exfoliating the skin. Absolute perfection. I can't get enough of this stuff!</div>
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A very close second to the Espresso scrub was the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/582814848/cranberry-whipped-sugar-soap-whipped?ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">Cranberry Whipped Sugar Scrub </a>. The sweet scent here is wonderful, coupled with a hint of organic hibiscus which adds a floral undertone. Mmm. Excellent combination! I love the color of this scrub as well. So pretty! </div>
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I was also sent a <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/595723665/lavender-purple-clay-soap-natural?ref=shop_home_active_11" target="_blank">Lavender Purple Clay Soap</a>. Not only does it feature a demure, pleasant lavender scent which is great for relaxation, but it also has Brazilian clay and goat's milk! The clay helps with making beautiful skin and goat's milk is wonderful for moisturizing! I like how it has actual lavender seeds on top, too. </div>
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The last two products in this review are the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/596876143/sunshine-whipped-soap-foaming-whip?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">Sunshine Whipped Sugar Scrub </a> and the </div>
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The Sunshine scrub smells very floral and bright. The title fits it perfectly. I like how it has oatmeal powder for added exfoliation. </div>
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The Ocean Breeze scrub is also lovely, and features dead sea salt, which is known to be fabulous for the skin as well! The scent definitely reminds me of the beach! </div>
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While I liked the Cranberry and Espresso scrubs better personally, these two are still delightful! </div>
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You won't be disappointed with the assortment of scents and styles that ILLUA has available. When I finish using my little collection here I will very likely be back to buy some more! </div>
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<br />Leah Oxendine Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11866547395955852343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669668355895761829.post-80789803165843916522018-04-10T08:22:00.001-07:002018-04-10T08:22:36.633-07:00Pink Parchment Soaps {review}<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In today’s review, I am featuring the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PinkParchmentSoaps?ref=l2-shopheader-name" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank"><b>Pink Parchment Soap Shop</b></a>!<b> </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Pink Parchment Soaps</b> is based out of Michigan and offers lots of different luxury, hand crafted shea butter soaps.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was sent the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/583146718/juicy-soap-natural-soap-homemade-soap?ref=shop_home_active_14" target="_blank"><b>Juicy Soap</b></a> and<b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/80135595/claire-de-lune-soap-handmade-soap-cold?ref=shop_home_active_13" target="_blank">Claire de Lune Soap</a></b>. Both are positively beautiful to look at and smell!</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; text-align: left;">Claire de Lune Soap (Formerly Moon Glow)</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">"Unwind with Claire de Lune. Lavender, violet, and light musk combine for a surprisingly serene and calming fragrance. Dreamy and romantic, this scent will melt your stress away. Just don’t forget the bubbles and wine. A shea butter soap, Claire de Lune has a luxurious lather that leaves your skin feeling soft and clean."</span></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Honestly the scents are, to me, almost indistinguishable. They both smell amazing! It’s hard to smell a huge difference in fragrance, though. There is a slight difference, but I can’t put my finger on it. It's probably the citrus in the Juicy soap, which is my favorite. Both soaps offer a luxurious experience in the shower. Their aroma is delightfully feminine and sweet. I love the floral accents and hints of musk.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Let’s also talk about how pretty the packaging is! It fits the store name so perfectly! Even the business card is elegant. I think this shop wins the award for most professional, elegant packaging! </span></div>
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As to the quality of the soap, it's undeniably excellent! Even my husband liked how it smelled, and he's not big on fragrances usually. The soap gets you feeling clean, and not to mention, smelling lovely for even a few hours after you use it! </div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">For quality handcrafted soap, you should definitely check out Pink Parchment today, and tell them I sent you!</span> Visit the shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PinkParchmentSoaps?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">HERE</a>! </b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today we have</span><b><span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rhodescreations?ref=shop_sugg" target="_blank">Rhodes Creations</a>, based out of Amherst, Virginia! </span></b></div>
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<b>This shop offers quality natural edibles, teas, bath and body products and much more!</b></div>
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I love the assortment of goodies I was sent - a lavender chamomile pillow spray, sleep salve, two different lip balms, a bath tea, a gourmet tea for drinking, and a soap! </div>
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Let's start with the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/551359806/gourmet-herbal-tea-blends-sample-in-2?ref=shop_home_active_17" target="_blank">Evening Repose gourmet tea sample </a>. Click the link to see the Etsy listing! </div>
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This is a mild herbal tea blend great for encouraging the relaxation and calming of your body and spirit. After a long day at work, this is definitely a nice beverage to sip before bed! The herb combination is superb. I love the packaging, too. So darling and rustic. </div>
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Next we have the Herbal Bath Tea. Another great addition to your day/evening for relaxing a little extra! Simply add in to your warm bath water and enjoy! </div>
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I was also sent a Sleep Salve. Personally I didn't find this one super useful, because I don't really like to have anything sticky on me when going to bed. </div>
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On to the lip balms! I was sent a Citrus lip balm and regular beeswax balm. The ingredients list on both was phenomenal. Simple and nothing questionable at all. All natural yumminess! The smell of each balm was very mild. I could hardly even notice the Citrus scent. If you like to have minimal scents for your lip care products, you would enjoy these two. Great moisturizers, minimal fragrance.</div>
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The <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/239871567/all-natural-lemon-basil-handmade?ref=shop_home_active_14" target="_blank">all natural Lemon Basil soap </a> makes me think of a soap I'd like to use on my hands, perhaps in the kitchen. It's also great for using in the shower, though! The lemon/lime/basil combination is really unique and fresh. Once again, a great ingredients list with nothing questionable!</div>
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My favorite thing from this collection was the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/579166769/pillow-mist-lavender-chamomile-4-oz-blue?ref=shop_home_active_19" target="_blank">Lavender Chamomile Pillow Mist </a>, which I have been spraying faithfully on my husband's and my pillows each night. It really does promote an aura of peacefulness and restful sleep. I love the pleasant lavender chamomile fragrance, which is definitely not overpowering. It's just right. Very easy to use, as well.</div>
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Overall, this is a darling shop. I am impressed by the variety of items Laura Rhodes offers! Everything is natural and earth friendly, as well as safe for your skin and body! The packaging for all the products is so cute and old-timey. If you want to support a quality business, you should definitely check her store out today! Tell her I sent you! </div>
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<b>Are you a mushroom fan?</b> <i>Guess what - I didn't use to be!</i> As a kid, I thought mushrooms were nasty and to be avoided! But every since I got into my late teens, I started acquiring a taste for the fungi. </div>
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I would never in my wildest dreams, as a kid, thought that some day I would even acquire a taste for <i>wild mushrooms</i>. </div>
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That's right! I got to try some delicious dehydrated wild mushrooms and chaga from </div>
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David Russell at <b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AppalachianMushrooms" target="_blank">Appalachian Mushrooms</a>. </span></b></div>
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<b> I had the opportunity to review both the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/545379958/maitake-mushroom?ref=shop_home_active_15" target="_blank">Maitake Mushrooms</a>, as well as the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/546722090/wild-mushroom-mix?ref=shop_home_active_14" target="_blank">Wild Mushroom Mix</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/525174356/chaga-coarse-ground?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank">ground chaga</a>. </b></div>
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I paired the finished product with sauteed kale and it was amazing! It almost tasted like bacon bits mixed in the kale. Highly recommended, especially if you are vegetarian or kosher and want something vaguely similar to pork but no actual meat! </div>
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The maitake mushrooms taste very close to the typical mushrooms you would purchase anywhere else. The mushroom itself has a unique shape but the flavor is quite mild. The wild mushroom mix included<i> </i><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i style="color: #444444;">Oysters, Chanterelles, and Hedgehog mushrooms. </i>The flavor was a little stronger but still delicious! I think these were what brought the bacon bits flavor and vibe. They might look a little different but don't let that throw you off! </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Next, we move on to the chaga!</b></span></div>
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So first off, what the heck is <i>chaga</i>? I asked myself this question as I opened the little tin container and smelled the ground mushroom powder. </div>
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<b>Turns out, it's a very nutritious substance that is packed with health benefits!</b> For example - chaga mushrooms are great for boosting the immune system! Also, they are anti-cancer, antioxidants, reduce inflammation, protect the liver, and even can help promote healthy skin. It boasts 215 different phytochemicals. Wow, right? Who would have guessed that a mushroom could do all that! (<a href="https://chagahq.com/chaga-mushroom-benefits/" target="_blank">information source</a>, and <a href="http://www.fengshuilondon.net/health/chaga-mushrooms-health-benefits-of-chaga" target="_blank">another useful source</a>)</div>
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Chaga can be enjoyed in two different ways primarily - tea, or tincture. I decided to try the tea since I don't have the ingredients right now for a tincture, and am more likely to drink hot tea than use a tincture at this phase in my life. </div>
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You can also take chaga tablets or make your own, but note that this method is not as efficient for garnering all the benefits from the chaga, as it is very hard to break down in the human digestive tract without a little extra help. It appears the best way to get the full benefit is from tincture, and then second best is through hot tea. </div>
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David included some nice paper tea bags with the chaga, which was a plus! I brewed a cup using about 2 tablespoons chaga and let it steep for about 20 minutes. I read you can let it steep up to an hour, even, to get all the nutrients out. </div>
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I sweetened the finished tea with a spoon of <a href="http://leahoxendine.blogspot.com/2018/03/apiterra-raw-honey-review.html" target="_blank">Apiterra raw honey</a>, and it was tolerable. I say tolerable because I'm not used to the flavor of tea made with mushrooms. That's just the reality, haha. I think that this kind of tea would wear on me if I were to keep drinking it. And knowing how amazingly healthy it is, gives me incentive to drink it! With honey, it really isn't that bad at all. Give it a try and tell me what YOU think?!</div>
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<b>You should definitely check out</b> <b><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AppalachianMushrooms" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank">Appalachian Mushrooms</a><span style="font-size: large;"> </span>especially if you already are into mushrooms or trying new things that are very healthy! Tell them I sent ya!</span></b></div>
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p.s. I was provided these items in exchange for my honest review. </div>
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