Disclosure: I am a K-Cup Ambassador. Product was given for the purpose of this review. No monetary compensation was received. Have you heard the news? Coffee consumption is on the rise! Woo-hoo! Statistics show that about 8 in 10 Americans (83%) are coffee drinkers, up from 78% in 2012. Can I say I am not surprised? Coffee is good for the mind, body and soul. Being both a K-Cup Ambassador and a lover of coffee, knowing about those statistics is just music to my ears. I've owned a Keurig … [Read more...]
{Review} Tully’s Hawaiian Blend K-Cup Portion Packs & A Promo Code for 15% off sitewide! #YourPerfectCup
April 12, 2013 by 5 Comments
First Alert P1000 Atom Smoke Alarm Review
April 9, 2013 by 5 Comments
Did you know that over one-third (37 percent) of home fire deaths occur in homes without smoke alarms? That's a lot if you ask me. That is exactly why the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) recommends that smoke alarms be installed in every bedroom and on every level of a home. In addition, alarms should be tested on a monthly basis and batteries changed at least two times a year. If you have a bad memory like me, the best time to check your smoke alarms is during daylight savings time … [Read more...]
Billboard en Concierto Series in The Best Buy Theatre in N.Y.C. #Net10Latino
April 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
It's not too often that I attend concerts -- although it's not by preference, but I do enjoy going to a good concert especially when it's with music I enjoy listening to and of course dancing to. Billboard is presenting its fourth annual Billboard en Concierto concert series leading up to the Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami later this month. The outstanding seven city, by invitation only, music series kicked off April 2 in the House of Blues in Houston and will feature live … [Read more...]
A Monster in Paris……and a Few French Inspired Recipes
April 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
In celebration of the 4/16 release of A Monster in Paris, I'm sharing some great French inspired recipes which includes Ratatouille, Crepes and Haricots Verts Lyonnaise. I'm hoping these few recipes will bring a little touch of France and A "Whole lotta" Monster in Paris to your home. About A Monster in Paris: A wacky inventor, his camera-crazy best friend and a madcap monkey make a massive mistake when let loose in a mad scientist’s laboratory. With lotions and potions spilling … [Read more...]
The Smell of Clean is Worth the Change #CambiateaPineSol
April 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
I don't know about you but I love a good giveaway -- especially when it includes a free trip. That's why I am happy to help spread the word about Pine-Sol's newest sweepstakes, "Cambiate a Pine-Sol Sweepstakes." The Grand Prize is a VIP trip for two (2) to the People en Español Festival in San Antonio, TX from 8/31/2013 - 9/1/2013. You are automatically entered for the grand prize when you enter daily for a chance to win People en Español subscriptions which will be awarded weekly through the … [Read more...]
My First Pinterest Challenge: A Laundry Closet Makeover
April 1, 2013 by 2 Comments
I'll let you in on a secret of mine. I'm addicted to Pinterest. At first I couldn't understand the hype of Pinterest but oh boy, now I do. I've made a few quick and easy recipes from Pinterest and got lots of new ideas for my home. First challenge -- A new laundry closet! To me, laundry is something that is never done. You think you wash your last load and then you glance at the hamper and boom, there it is -- more laundry. Like many homes, my washer and dryer was down in the basement. … [Read more...]
Gorton’s Seafood Challenge: 20 products under 200 Calories Recipe Challenge. Plus, a Giveaway!
March 30, 2013 by 98 Comments
Did you know that shrimp are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which starve tumor cells and help fight cancer? Yes! Recent studies show that eating 8 or 9 shrimp a day can help reduce breast cancer risk. I'll take it! I could eat shrimp everyday in various ways. Whether it's grilled, fried, baked, boiled, in salads -- I'm all for eating shrimp any day. I'm so glad that Gorton's makes it extremely easy for busy parents like myself to have dinner on the table in minutes. After working an eight … [Read more...]
Learn How to Practice Portion Control On-The-Go!
March 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
When I'm bored, I tend to snack.....a lot! I also don't always eat the right foods because of convenience and laziness, especially when I’m at work. And the number one thing I do that is sabotaging my diet is that I don't use the right amount of food when I eat and so I tend to overeat (at times) - which isn’t a good thing, obviously. Portion control can be a difficult feat, especially when it comes to busy schedules and always snacking on-the-go. Here are some simple tips from Hershey’s … [Read more...]
{Review} Donut House Collection K-Cup Packs #YourPerfectCup
March 24, 2013 by 5 Comments
It's an awesome opportunity and a wonderful feeling to be a part of Green Mountain Coffee's K-Cup ambassadorship. There's nothing that I don't love about coffee. The aroma, the flavor, the color - I truly love everything about coffee, so being a part of the Green Mountain Coffee Family is definitely something to be proud of. Since coffee is part of my daily, morning routine, being part of the K-Cup Ambassadorship is indeed a perfect fit for me. All K-Cup Ambassadors receive monthly … [Read more...]
The Bible Experience Opening Night Gala
March 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
THE BIBLE will be available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD April 2! If you love Bible stories then you’ve probably heard about the new television series. The Bible series is a highly intriguing, exquisitely developed and beautifully detailed television show that brings those Bible stories to life. A couple of nights ago, The Bible series' executive producers, Mark Burnett and Roma Downey, were joined by some of their celebrity friends, including Kristin Chenoweth, Montel Williams and … [Read more...]
