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Ever Need a Urine Sample from your Cat? (Kit4Cat Review + video)

May 242013

How many of you have ever had to get a urine sample from your cat? It really is no easy task. About 2 months ago, I noticed Oliver was acting different. He was still playing but not as much and the clumps of urine were getting smaller in his litter box. It is hard to tell which cat did what in the litter boxes because we have 3, and they all sort of share, but that mothers intuition was kicking in. I just knew something was wrong.

I stayed up all night with Oliver in the basement trying all kinds of fake litter to try to get a urine sample. First I tried the plastic beads the vet gave me. There were so few beads, even in the smallest box we had Oliver didn’t think there was any litter in there so he wouldn’t go.

Then I read online that you can used rinsed safflower seeds because their shells are hard and do not absorb liquids. I happened to have a big bag on hand and tried that. Oliver sniffed it, and walked away.

Then I tried packing peanuts, cut up plastic drinking straws and clear plastic wrap over his regular litter, each in their own litter box. He refused all 3. Continue reading »

Fathers Day Idea – The Shave Well Fog Free Shower Mirror Giveaway!

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May 292012

With Father’s Day fast approaching,I would love to tell you about a product the dad’s in your life will love to receive as a gift this Father’s Day…

The Shave Well Fog Free Shower Mirror

A close, comfortable shave requires a lot of moisture. What better place to get wet than in the shower! Simply by its unique design, The Shave Well Company TRULY FOG FREE mirror will change the way you feel about shaving in the shower.

Did you know…

A dry human hair takes about as much force to cut as a copper wire of identical diameter.
After three minutes in the shower, the tensile strength of your beard is reduced by nearly seventy percent!

Warm it up!

To get that truly fog-free reflection with your Shave Well mirror, hold it under the shower stream for a few seconds to “warm it up” right before you shave. The Shave Well Company shower mirror is fog free simply by design! In the few seconds you hold it under the shower spray the temperature of the moist air and the mirror equalize to create a long lasting, truly fog free image for the duration of your shower. No more temperature difference – no more fog.

Shaving in the shower is the most comfortable place for a man to shave. The moisture and steam greatly soften Dad’s beard and make it much easier to cut, resulting in a closer more comfortable shave. When you get out of the shower and towel dry, your face quickly loses the benefit of all the moisture from the hot steamy shower. Once your beard begins to dry, you can be literally tugging on each and every hair on your face instead of neatly slicing it at the skin’s surface and moving on without irritating your skin.

What is fog and why does it happen?

Fog is simply condensation. Shower water is much warmer than the air temperature of most homes. Your warm shower heats the air and it becomes saturated. This warm moist air becomes fog or condensation which collects on all cooler surfaces – like mirrors.

The Shave Well Company fog free shower mirror measures 6″ tall, 4″ wide and is 1/8″ thick. Many users choose to hold the mirror while shaving. The mirror fits well in a users hand and provides a complete reflection of the entire face while shaving. The base of the adhesive hook (the part that sticks to the wall) is 1″ x 1 1/2″.

Shaving in the shower also means less mess around the sink for you-know-who to clean up!

Tony and I recently received a Shave Well Fog Free Shower Mirror to try out and we love it! Just a few seconds of holding it in the stream of water really does keep it fog free the whole time you are in the shower. I even used it to make sure I got all the hair dye off my ears and forehead when I was rinsing the hair dye off! I have also heard that women love using this mirror to exfoliate their faces while in the shower!

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Voda Swimwear Review and Giveaway!

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May 232012

While I have always been thin, I have never been comfortable in a bathing suit. My chest is small and I am VERY self conscious about it I have trouble filling out tops, and don’t even get me started on strapless dresses. I actually went for a fitting on my bridesmaids dress for my friends wedding, wearing a strapless bra – the kind that adds a cup size. The woman told me to just wear a push up bra for the wedding and I would be fine. I was like this is already an add-a-cup push up. She was like oh, we will probably have to alter it then. I was so embarassed!

When I first heard about Voda Swimear I was intrigued.

The Envy Push Up line by Voda Swim, the first swim suit line designed especially to flatter small-breasted women or to shape breasts by providing lift and support, has the kind of cutting edge style that satisfies the most demanding fashionista. Beyond their good looks, Voda Swim suits are designed to take on any beachside activity from sunbathing to surfing to volleyball.Voda Swim’s patent pending Envy Push Up® bikini top is a marvel of engineering and design. It is made to maximize the subtle curves of a smaller bosom, creating a natural looking cleavage, and making breasts look up to two cup sizes larger. There’s no stiff padding and no underwire.

I need a bikini top that is going to look natural no matter how wet I get and how much I move. I love playing in the waves at the beach, and going down slides at waterparks. A unique material that doesn’t absorb a lot of water helps the Envy Push Up® bikini top retain it’s extraordinary fit even when wet. Voda Swim promises that women will get their share of admiring glances whether they’re surfing, swimming or sailing. I haven’t had the chance to test it out at the beach or water park yet, but trust me, I will!

I chose to review the Envy Push Up ® Natural Stone Halter & Scoop in Indigo Shimmer. I ordered a small top since i wear a 34A bra and a medium bottom per their size guide. I loved how my top seemed fuller without looking fake. I love that there are no foam or jell-like inserts to worry about. I was recently watching the Dr. Oz episode where they were showing you tips and tricks for looking beter on the beach and one of their tips was to be confident and smile – because a confident attitude and a smile makes everyone look better. I know this suit makes me feel more confident. Even though I still don’t have huge breats, this bikini top helps create more fullness and curves which is a HUGE plus in my book!

I took pictures in a regular bikini and the Voda one so you can see the difference. It was hard to try to get the exact same shots in each bikini (especially since nobody was around to help me take the pictures) but I did my best.

Regular Bikini	Voda Envy Bikini

Here are just some examples of their other great styles!

If you would like to purchase your own suit use discount code MeHimCats to get 10% off!

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#EclosBeauty Anti-Aging Skin Care

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May 212012

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of éclos Skin Care. All opinions are 100% mine.
I might not wear makeup, or be a girly girl, but that doesn’t mean I don’t take care of my skin! I can’t afford department store brands and was thrilled when éclos Skin Care offered to send me a starter kit of their products to test out. I had seen their products in stores before, but had never tried them.

I received the Starter Kit which includes:
• Facial Cleanser Skin Prep
• Cellular Activator Face Serum
• Moisture Therapy Regenerative Cream
• Restorative Eye Cream
• Instant Radiance Facial Scrub
• Skin Renewal Clay Mask
• éclos Terry Cloth Head Band
Researchers have found that Plant Stem Cells extracted from a rare Swiss apple show tremendous ability to stimulate skin stem cells, encouraging aging skin to behave like younger skin. Similar products were once only available from specialty brands at department stores with a high price tag to match. éclos Skin Care is the first brand to bring this active ingredient to mainstream stores at a fraction of the cost- making beautiful and younger skin available to women everywhere.
Here is a little bit more about each product:
Facial Cleanser Skin Prep Plant Stem Cell technology begins with deep cleansing. This gentle formula lifts away makeup and daily debris while PhytoPlex24™ botanicals balance the skin’s pH level. Skin’s ready to re-energize!

Extends Skin Cell Longevity
Gently Purifies Pores
Primes For Treatment

Instant Radiance Facial Scrub Gentle microdermabrasion refines skin’s surface texture. Plant Stem Cells invigorate skin stem cells to smooth fine lines and help delay signs of aging. Natural nutrients found in PhytoPlex24™ restore and maintain skin’s youthful pH balance.

Activates Cell Renewal
Removes Dull, Dry Skin Cells
Improves Texture and Tones

I really loved the scrub – I felt like it was gently polishing my skin!

Restorative Eye Cream The eye area shows the first signs of aging. Scientists now believe that Plant Stem Cells can reinvigorate skin stem cells, tightening and dramatically reducing the appearance of fine lines. Potent plant extracts in PhytoPlex24™ quickly hydrate to further smooth and firm.

Slow Signs of Aging
Firms Delicate Skin
Reduces Fine Lines

Skin Renewal Clay Mask Kaolin Clay and plant-based PhytoPlex24™ help detoxify skin. Plant Stem Cell technology helps reverse signs of aging and maintain skin’s natural resilience. Used with the eclos™ regimen, skin can look up to 15 years younger.

Restores Youthful Texture
Absorbs Dirt and Impurities
Tightens and Reduces Pores

The mask felt cold when I put it on. As it dried it did warm up a little but it didn’t get hot. Moisture Therapy Regenerative Cream The latest in Plant Stem Cell technology helps protect skin’s ability to renew itself. The result? Sagging skin tightens. Wrinkles are postponed. Combined with PhytoPlex24™ anti-oxidants for the ultimate in aging defense.

Awakens Cell Renewal
Brightens Dull Skin
Reduces Line And Wrinkles

Cellular Activator Face Serum Plant Stem Cell technology in this lightweight liquid awakens dormant skin cells, making them behave like young skin cells. Unique PhytoPlex™ plant extracts help visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Skin quickly becomes smoother, softer, more youthful looking.

Regenerates Skin Cells
Rehabilitates Aging Skin
Resists Further Damage

I have been using the products for a bout a week now and am pleased with the results. I didn’t have many wrinkles to begin with, so there was no difference there but my face seemed a lot smoother. I have always felt like my pores were huge on my nose , chin and cheek bones and the Eclos products seemed to make them appear smaller!

Please ignore the chalazia on my eyelid in the pictures below. I have been fighting it for months and have been refered to an eye surgeon to have it lanced, I just need to get around to actually making the appointment .

First thing in the morning, getting ready to try out éclos Skin Care products for the first time.

Waiting for the mask to dry

After using the products for a week. I wasn’t trying to make this picture look better. I was just already washed and dressed when this photo was taken.

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Sweet Surrender: Fudge Fixx Cups!

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May 152012

So a few weeks ago I saw a message on twitter from a representative of fudgeteria.com asking me if I would be interested in reviewing their fudge. Of course I replied YES! I had seen different flavors of fudge in shops before, but I had never tried them. I always stuck with the plain chocolate, or maybe chocolate with some candies mixed in. I had always been curious as to what other flavors tasted like but was too scared to try.

Fudgeteria has 92 different flavors total (including sugar free versions). Yes you read that correctly – ninety two! Not every flavor is available in all sizes but trust me, no matter what package size you choose, there are PLENTY of choices! With so many different choices I had to go outside my comfort zone and was excited to try some flavored fudge.

All of their fudge is smooth, creamy and handmade.

They let me pick four flavors to sample of their fudge fixx cups. I chose Cappuccino, Chocolate, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Chocolate Raspberry. Fudge Fixx Cups are available in 73 flavors and come in 3oz resealable cups that are perfect to throw in your lunch bag or your purse!

You will have to excuse my low quality pictures in this post, but I was always on the run eating these, and never had my camera with me – so I used my phones. I can tell you first hand, these little cups can turn a down right AWFUL day at work into an OK day.

They even come with a little spoon that you can eat the fudge with! Each spoonful is about 10 calories. The cups small size makes it easy to keep with you when you need a little “fixx”.

The spoon comes right in the cup!

Each flavor I received was DELICIOUS and I will be ordering from them again. I think my favorite one that I tried was the Raspberry because it tasted just like real raspberries. It was the perfect combination of fresh fruit flavor and sweet chocolate! I can’t wait to try the rest of their flavors!

Some good tips to remember when ordering fudge are:

Do not refrigerate as this will quickly harden the fudge
Avoid leaving the fudge exposed to air for extensive periods of time as this will also quickly harden it.

In addition to the Fudge Fixx Cups, they also offer a Sweet 16 Box of Fudge Cups, Fudge Tins, as well as the traditional fudge squares and slabs. Customize a keepsake Fudge Tin by choosing your flavor combinations. Crave that one flavor? Throwing a party? No problem – they can make a 3lb or 6lb slab for you in 92 flavors! Diabetic? They offer fudge in 26 flavors made with isomalt and fructose which may be a great option for you.

Check out their website now!

Why Do YOUR Feet Hurt?

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May 132012

Working three twelve hour shifts (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) at work really does a number on my feet. I am on a concrete floor in print shop, and on my feet 95% of my day. By the time I get home Saturday night my heels are killing me. I have tried different boots and sneakers but nothing makes that big of a difference. I have tried different inserts and they help a little, but they seem to move around in my shoe and wear out over time.

I had heard about Kendall GelThotic inserts online a few months ago and they seemed pretty cool. I was thrilled when I got the chance to test them out for my self.

Kendall Research Systems, Inc. has introduced a silicone orthotic with maximal support and shock absorbency. The Kendall GelThotic, provides optimal therapeutic support and requires less space in the shoe than any other orthotic, thus working in almost any style of shoe. Kendall GelThotics was sold by health practitioners in clinical settings, showing significant reductions in plantar fasciitis, forefoot issues, and more. Carefully engineered for enhanced biomechanical efficiency, it enhances performance through all phases of the gait cycle. In addition to enhancing performance, the GelThotic is water and moisture proof and cannot absorb microbes and odors

At first I couldn’t figure out how exactly I was supposed to get them in my shoe. I eventually read the instructions and realized the GelThotics went underneath the insert that came with my sneakers. The first day i noticed that they felt weird in my shoes – not in a bad way, just different than I had expected. I definitely noticed the support in my arch. I really felt like the GelThotics was supporting my heel. I have been wearing the inserts for a few weeks now and love them. My heel pain is just about gone! One day I wore a different pair of sneakers to work, without inserts, just to see if I could really feel a difference at the end of the day. By lunch time my heels were already killing me, plus my shins were throbbing.

I love that the GelThotics inserts stay in place – they don’t slide around in your shoe at all. The way the insert is shaped, it really cradles and supports your heel. The insert uses state-of-the-art shock absorption while keeping the heel low to increase stability without changing the way your shoe fits.

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How do you take care of your nails?

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May 022012

As much as I like to have my fingernails polished, the polish just get chipped and worn off at work. I never really thought much about nail files until I recently heard about glass nail files. I had always used the cheap emery boards because they were affordable. I did a little internet research and found out that glass nail files have proven to be much more hygienic and more durable than ordinary nail files made from other materials.

Emery boards can not be effectively cleaned or sanitized. Metal nail files can rust and often have bacteria and fungus on them. Pumice nail files are semi porous which is a breading ground for bacteria. You wouldn’t want to transfer that bacteria onto your nails would you? Glass nail fles are non-porous an can be easily cleaned by simply running under warm water. If you want, you can also clean a glass nail file with rubbing alcohol or hydrogen perozide.

Another advantage to glass nail files is the effect they have on a person’s nails. Nail files made of steel typically cause the nail to chip or to crack because they are too rough on the nail. Glass nail files, on the other hand, help reduce the amount of chipping, splitting, and peeling when used on a regular basis.

I was recently sent a pair of glass nail files to review from Mont Bleu which came with a velvet pouch to protect them.

	Mont Bleu sells superior quality crystal nail files and glass nail files. There, you will find an amazing range of stylish, practical, and luxurious nail care tools to suit all your needs, including: • Exclusive jewelled nail files made with SWAROVSKI® ELEMENTS • Durable crystal nail files decorated with business logos or appealing designs • Transparent glass nail files • Hand-painted designs • Safety Czech nail files designed to protect the fingers of the user.
	I really love the details on these crystal nail files. They actually have an entire Decoration Department! It is a team of artists, who paint, engrave, and decorate crystal glass nail files using sandblasting technology or enchase nail files with Swarovski crystals.
	Their crystal nail files have a lifetime guaranty on the filing surface. Mont Bleu crystal nail files are made of Czech tempered glass and are very hygienic and have a Health Safety certificate.

I really love these nail files! They feel really gentle on my nails, and there is hardly any noise at all when filing my nails. I loved how after filing my nails, the shavings just wiped off the nail file. When I used emery boards there was really no way to get the filings off. I feel these are a great alternative for people who are concerned about the germs that can be left behind on other types of nail files.

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Never Misplace Your Phone Again With PhoneFetcher!

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Apr 202012

PhoneFetcher takes the stress and hassle out of your day, by allowing you to always know where your cell phone is! No more digging in my purse to find a ringing phone and missing calls! No more leaving my phone on table or countertop! Now with PhoneFetcher, if i take my phone off the lead, I make sure I leave the cord dangling on the outside of my purse. When I go to leave, the dangling cord is an instant reminder to hook my phone to it! PhoneFetcher is made on a stretchable bungee cord, which allows texting and viewing without having to disconnect the phone.

	Here I have my purse on my shoulder, with the phone fetcher attached
	The cord is actually longer than it looks, plus its a bungee cord so it stretches!
	This is what the clip looks like. You can attach it to a purse, back pack, gym bag, baby bag, belt loop, etc.
	The Phonefetcher plug easily fits into your phone where your earbud would go

	I love that it really stays “in” the earbudg plug, I was afraid it would slip out too easily, but here I am dangling it,letting Oliver bat at it!

Right now the phone fetcher comes in 8 fun colors, and a silver chain is coming soon!

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Cook’n Recipe Organizer Giveaway

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Apr 192012

*This review was done by Donna’sDealsAndMore*

The Cook’n Recipe Organizer is one of the greatest creations! I love to cook. It doesn’t matter if it is just for my husband and I or a huge group of people. I have some “go to” recipes that I’ve saved on my computer or I’ve written down. I also have several online accounts with different food and recipe sites and have recipe boxes on each of those sites. I really like to try new and different things. I will admit it gets a little frustrating if I think a certain recipe is saved and it’s not or I can’t remember where I saved it. Now I have found an easy way to save all my recipes! It’s called the Cook’n Recipe Organizer.

What is the Cook’n Recipe Organizer? It’s the easiest way to find and organize recipes plus so much more.

All you have to do is type in what it is you would like to cook or bake and search just like you would on google.

It even shows the main ingredients without having to click on the actual recipe.

My favorite feature is the “capture” button!
All you have to do is hit capture and it grabs the whole recipe!

Then you just click “save” and it adds it to your list of recipes!

You are also able to add your own recipes manually. They even start you out with a recipe book!

Here are some other amazing features:

You can publish your own cookbook

Make menu plans

Make an automatic grocery list (organize it by aisle and convert pkg sizes)

Calculate your grocery cost

Analyze nutrition and help you choose which brands are healthier

Include nutritional info on recipe and cookbook printouts

Share your recipes (print or email to friends)

Export recipes to your website or blog

Sync it to your iPad, iPhone, or Droid!

This is a great tool for anyone! And a great gift idea for Mother’s Day

And one of you lucky readers will be winning your own copy (that’s an $80 value!) They have also been generous enough to offer all of our readers a 50% discount! Just use {mb-donna} at checkout!

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Grilling Season is Almost Here – Check out Char Crust Dry Rub!

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Apr 182012

Whether preparing a family dinner or a party feast, professional chefs and home cooks alike are always looking for unique and simple ways to spice up their dishes. Char Crust ® dry-rub seasonings consist of premium herb blends, spices and other natural ingredients that can be simply rubbed onto the surface of uncooked meat or fish, or sprinkled over raw vegetables then broiled, baked, grilled, pan-seared, roasted, or sautéed. We are always grilling, whether on our George Forman grill, or our outdoor grill.

The four flavors I received are:

• Roasted Garlic Peppercorn features the robust flavor of roasted garlic and onions with the zing of peppercorns and a hint of Worcestershire and lavender. Its versatility has made it a best seller. It complements steaks, lamb, seafood, pork, poultry, and potatoes.
• Ginger Teriyaki is a balance of sweet teriyaki, fragrant ginger, plus a tingly touch of wasabi that lends a new dimension and creates a modern teriyaki interpretation. It complements chicken, fish, and steak.
• Amazin’ Cajun is a spicy-sweet blend of piquant cayenne pepper, onion, garlic, oregano and a mélange of other Mardi Gras flavors. It brings the sublime heat of New Orleans to catfish, chicken, shrimp, and even “dirty” rice.
• All American Barbecue takes the best flavors of American barbecue and blends them into a tangy-sweet, slightly spicy rub. It has rich molasses from Memphis, tangy tomato from Kansas City, mustard, pepper and vinegar from the Carolinas, plus a wisp of smoke from Texas.

Lately we have been on a chicken kick and like to grill up some chicken in the ginger teriyaki and then add the grilled chicken to salads! We also love to season our steaks with Char Broil dry rub seasonings !


Here is a picture of the Roasted Garlic Peppercorn	Here is a picture of the seasoning on our steaks!

I like a lot of flavor on my meats, and found these Char Crust dry rub seasonings to be packed with flavor! Our steaks and chicken have been flavorful and juicy! Char Crust’s registered trademark is “Seals in the Juices!”. I really love that they are a family owned business. Char Crust was born in 1957 at the families Chicago steakhouse. They make all their dry rubs themselves, in small batches with only the best herbs and spices. The are also one of the very few certified kosher rubs on the market. Even though Char Crust dry rubs are full of flavor, they have lower sodium than most dry rubs, almost no carbs, and no fat.
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