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Christmas is just around the corner and I always love to share World Vision's Gift Catalog with you for gift ideas. Why? Because purchasing a gift item through World Vision is a great way to share the gift of Christmas with others that may not be as fortunate.
They have more than 250 items, ranging in price from $10 to $39,000, available to choose from and to help improve quality of life for women, children and families in the U.S. and around the world. You can purchase a bicycle for a girl as a way to help her get to school safely, you can purchase bibles in a child's native language so they can learn about Jesus, you can even give the gift of chickens to an entire village so they have a source of food by way of chicken eggs.
They also have a selection of hand crafted gifts that you can receive with a donation. These hand crafted items are a great way to not only donate to someone in need but also receive something to gift to a loved one.
Prosperity Cinnamon: Know a friend or family member who loves to bake? Each beautifully-carved cinnamon bark box contains 3 oz. of cinnamon and bears a common Asian character for prosperity. Vietnam's renowned sweet cinnamon is a renewable resource collected from the Cassia tree, sold to benefit generations of hard-working families. $85
Fair-Trade Coffee Set: For the coffee lover, this 12 oz. coffee set is blended by OneCup.org, using delicious flavors from Ethiopia, Sumatra, and Costa Rica, and is delivered in a gift bag of African fabric hand-sewn by local women. $65
Hand-Carved Serving Spoons: A perfect gift for holiday entertaining, each beautiful set of two hand-carved olivewood serving spoons is delivered in a gift bag of African fabric hand-sewn by local women. The serving spoons are made to benefit orphans of the Kamba tribe in Kenya. $65
I received the Hand-Carved Serving Spoons above as a thank you for sharing the news about World Vision's 2014 Christmas Catalog. They are beautifully crafted and will be displayed on a shelf in my kitchen.
To order from World Vision’s Gift Catalog, visit www.worldvisiongifts.org
Want to win a set of Hand-Carved Serving Spoons?
To Enter: Leave me a comment telling me who you would give these spoons to. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.
This giveaway will end on November 6, 2014. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.
***Monica***
Shake the Crave is a line of products from Trusted Health Products. Their shake mixes are created to be guilt-free, give you a boost of energy and keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Currently available in vanilla and chocolate these shake mixes are made with 100% pure ingredients.
- Organic non-fat dry milk
- Organic cane sugar
- Organic vanilla bean or cocoa powder
- Organic coconut powder
- Electrolyte blend
They contain no artificial anything, are gluten-free, soy and egg free, contain no GMO's, no high fructose corn syrup and no MSG fillers or binders. In other words these mixes make some healthy shakes!
Each 18.5oz. can makes 15 shakes and are only 120 calories or less. They retail for $40.00 making each serving around $2.67 each, no $5.00 shake here!
To go along with Shake the Crave mixes a Shake the Crave lifestyle program has been created to help you get healthier, lose some weight and keep it off. This easy to follow plan includes 2 shakes a day, 2 to 3 low calorie snacks, a sensible dinner and of course exercise! The website also has some articles, tips and ideas to help you on your journey to a new you. The recipes section is pretty limited but it looks like they are working on getting some more posted.
Curious to find out how these shakes favor on the taste factor? They are offering 2 FREE sample packets of both flavors and all you pay is shipping. While I have not tried these shakes myself, I will vouch for other Trusted Health Products that I have tried. Their products are high quality with a focus on natural health. Like Shake the Crave on Facebook to learn more.
***Monica***
A bra should feel comfortable, no digging, no slipping straps. The right bra should make your clothes and bust look great. If you have never been fitted for a bra then you might be wearing the wrong size and not even know it. Here are some "Bra Fitting Secrets" from HerRoom.
***Monica***
If you are a regular here at GGG then you know that I am a smell person. I love things that smell good! I tend to smell everything, even if it's not supposed to smell. I am weird like that. If you are looking for some alluring scents to add to your beauty regime but don't want to spend a lot of money then Bodycology is the way to go. Bodycology has Fragrance Mists, Body Wash and Moisturizer in a variety of scent collections. Whether you are looking for something sweet, something floral or something earthy.
I really enjoy their Fragrance Mists. I am currently using Sweet Seduction. I spray them all over my body when I get out of the shower. They are very nice to use when you want something subtle and not overwhelmingly perfume-y. Their Body Creams are also very rich and moisturizing and the scent lingers on your skin a really long time. Just the other day I had someone ask me what I was wearing and tell me I smelled good. I had on Bodycology's Sweet Seduction Body Cream, a succulent blend of fresh petals and apple with both floral and fruity undertones ,top notes of Juicy Orange, Crisp Apple, Melon Water, and Red Plum open this intriguing scent, leading with mid notes of Red Currant, Muguet Petals, Rose, and Sweet Freesia, ending with dry notes of Creamy Sandalwood, and Sheer Musk.
I was also sent a Fragrance Mist and Body Cream from the Instant Attraction Collection.
Hints of dark orchid and sparkling pear. Starting off with top notes of Fresh Ozone, Watery Pear, and Pink Peppercorn leading into the heart notes of Romantic Rose, and Sensual Ylang, and ending with the overall base notes of White Amber, Blonde Woods, and Addictive Musk.
Bodycology is constantly coming out with new fragrances to replace old ones. Check out what is currently available. I need to get Toasted Sugar and Pretty in Paris! You can purchase Bodycology products at your local Walmart store. Print a $1.00 off coupon here for next purchase.
***Monica***The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.
Green Virgin Products is a family-owned business created in 2009 to fulfill a specific need in the marketplace. Ken Marion, founder, lost his brother to cancer, and is a cancer survivor himself. These experiences were the foundation of the Marion family’s vision—to provide high quality, non-toxic, eco-friendly products that actually work, and can save money compared to the toxic polluting products.
I was given the opportunity to review Green Virgin Products Soap Nuts Liquid. This all natural laundry detergent is derived the from the Chinese Soap Berry Tree. This tree produces berries that contain saponin, a natural soap that is safe for people and the environment. I was eager to try this product because both my husband and daughter have sensitive skin and I have to wash their clothes in dye and fragrance free detergents. You can find commercial brand detergents that are free of these things but sometimes I wonder what other toxic chemicals are hiding in the bottle. Soap Nuts Liquid contains 3 ingredients!
This laundry liquid works in HE washing machines and only takes 2 to 3 pumps to get your clothes clean. An 8oz. bottle will actually get 120 loads of laundry clean! At the sale price of $18.95 that's only .15 cents per wash! ( I did the math.)
Now the real question, does it work? It sure does! Soap Nuts Liquid gets your clothes clean and soft, even without fabric softener. I wish this stuff naturally smelled like berries that would make it the best laundry detergent ever. Unfortunately your clothes are left with no scent, but then again I am used to this because of my family's sensitive skin concerns. The one negative thing I will say about Soap Nuts Liquid is it is super sticky, so try not to spill any of it. ( Yes, I spilled some.)
Green Virgin Products also sells bags of Soap Nuts. These are actually the whole berry that has not been broken down into a liquid. They are 100% natural! You stick them in a drawstring bag add them to your wash and let the magic of Saponin clean your clothes.
If you are not familiar with Green Virgin Products then go check them out online. You can also like them on
Facebook.
***Monica***The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone.
