Month: July 2011

11 Back To School Savings Tips

11 Back To School Savings Tips

You can hear the groans across the country. Summer has barely begun and already retailers are holding back-to-school sales. Toys R Us actually started their sales July 1, with an end date of July 23. The National Retail Federation says some sales may continue through 

Stylish Designer Handbags by Nicole Lee U.S.A.

Today I would like to introduce you to the fashion company called Nicole Lee U.S.A. who designs and sells a variety of high-quality, stylish and fashionable ladies designer handbags, accessories, jewelry and footwear items. When you shop Nicole Lee U.S.A. you will find clutches, wristlets, shoulder 

Thirst Quenching Shangri La Iced Teas

Last month I was so thrilled to bring to you a company known for their wonderful Iced Teas known as Shangri-La.

Shangri La Iced Tea carries some truly delightful teas that have such wonderful flavors! Shangri La’s parent company has been in the tea business for over 150 years so I think its is safe to say they know tea! Located in the US for the past 20+ years, they have been an pioneer in the flavored iced tea business and a leader in organic and hot teas as well. They grow teas, process the leaves, and pack many of the teas in their own world class facilities. Their teas taste fresher because they are fresher.

The wonderful folks at Shangri La sent me more teas to sample for you and I am so impressed with their blends. I already told you about the amazing Mango and Green Tea in my first review. I want to tell you about the other three blends I was sent too; Organic Black Tea, Peachberry Decaf and Tropical Passion.

All three of these are mild and smooth. I accidentally boiled one when I was brewing it which on any commercial, normal tea would make it a bit bitter. Not these. Awesome flavors!

I make tea everyday as we don’t drink sodas in our home very often. So I am a bit picky when it comes to tea. The Black Tea is a traditional black tea taste and very enjoyable when you want a nice plain glass of tea with no added flavors, which I brew often. The Peachberry my hubby loves. Again, very mild flavor. A beautiful combination of berries and peaches. Very refreshing. The Tropical Passion has a bit of fruit flavor and a hint of floral essence with a black tea base. It was a really nice tea to enjoy too.

All of these teas from Shangri La have been excellent. I like that they are not overpowering in flavors. If you want to get a stronger flavor, you can always brew two filters. I also blend my teas together too. My favorite mix is Mango and Green Tea. I have converted many people with my “secret” blend LOL.

I hope that you come by Shangri La next time you are looking for iced teas. You will enjoy them as much as I do.

Disclaimer: Chris Carroll has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review. She did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.

GoldToe and PowerSox Sports Socks

Today we have another great Back to School Shopping review and giveaway to bring to you from the great folks over at GoldToe and over at PowerSox featuring a variety of high quality socks for the entire family. I have been familiar with the GoldToe brand 

Looking To Update Our Backyard With A Wooden Garden Arbor

If you have been reading our blog for awhile now you would of read how my hubby and I purchased a 60+ year old home last year that we have been remodeling for the past few months. We have been working on the backyard and 

Announcing the Back to School Bash Aug 1-31, 2011

It is hard to believe that summer is half over already and it is time to start looking for those back to schools deals and savings.

Well we are going to help you out a bit! The Two Classy Chics along with Rachel’s Blog SecondTimeAround and Natalie’s Blog The Adventures of Paul & Natalie are joining together to bring you a Back to School Bash. Starting with posts running from Aug 1 through the end of August, we will be bringing you some back to school items to win and save on.

The good news is that you will be gaining extra entries during the promo for visiting the other blogs. You will also get extra entries, starting with today’s newest Giveaway, for placing our Back to School button on your blog.

Thank you for being our valued follower and friend. We appreciate you all!
Have fun at the bash!

Chris & Shelly

Potty Training Little Ones Book by Galloping Minds

Potty Training Little Ones Book by Galloping Minds

Today I would like to introduce you to the company called Galloping Minds who sells a variety of DVD’s, Books and Flash Cards that are all geared towards babies, preschoolers and toddlers and for both boys and girls. My Review: The generous folks over at 

Certain Dri Roll-On Anti-Perspirant

I love hot summer weather as I love to be outdoors spending time with my family and friends. However..during the summertime I seem to perspire more thanks to the humidity that we have here in central Pennsylvania. One of the products I must have in