Welch's Refreshingly Simple

I got another wonderful opportunity to help BzzAgent sample an share my thoughts on the product.  This Time it was for Welch's Refreshingly Simple.  I had several favors to choose from.  My choice was Peach Mango.   I was interested in this one because it was for juice.  I hate giving my daughter jucie.  The always seem to be full of sugar or fake sugar which sends her in to a sugar freenzy or I'm worried about her teeth.  Now Welches claims on their website the following:

Delicious, fresh fruit flavors meet a light crisp juice with Welch's Refreshingly Simple. All the flavor without the bad stuff. Refreshingly Simple.

• No artificial sweeteners
• No high fructose corn syrup
• No artificial flavors
• No artificial preservatives 

 

This is why I was interested, as a mom reading this I see mom of the year.  A juice I can give to my daughter and because BzzAgent send it to me free to try why not.   It's always fun to get something in the mail that is not a bill.   So on Tuesday my daughter and I find this box on the front pourch.  I know what is immeditaly by the super cute bee tape and my daughter is excited because she gets to open a package.

 

When we open the package we found  a nice looking bottle of juice.  Very clean looking lable and i liked the design.   I was expecting coupons for the juice as well but there were none in the box to share with friends.  Not normal for BzzAgent.  Also inclosed was this cute little sandwhich container.  Addison has used this every day since.  

 

The first thing we did was pour my daughter a glass to try.  "Mom this is good!"  was the words out of her mouth.   I gave it a sip and found it to be really sweet.  Now this could be because I for the most part have been drinking water for months. I could taste the peach flavor and a little of the mango.  I think only because I was looking for the mango.  It was good, but something that I would drink in small amounts do to the sweetness.  Addison on the other hand can't get enough.

 

 

 

Did you miss me?

Hi,  I'm back.   I know it's been awhile.  Few years even.

Lets see where do I start.........Awww, I'm divorced,  This divorce is new within the last year but I'm still in court finalizing, correcting and fighting.  Court was a freaking nightmare.  I had 3 cases going for the better part of 2 1/2 years.

I'm a Single mom out in the world.  Watch out!  I have a few pretend boyfriends, I've dabbled with the horrible dating idea.   I had met a guy that would have been perfect for the rebound but it was all kinds of too complicated.  Which is a gosh darn bummer if you ask me.   I also know that I am extremely picky when it comes to what I like in a man.  I'm also untrusting now, which is a total bummer but I'm working on it.


Over the last couple years I have raised an amazing little girl who is currently all wrapped up in planning her 6th birthday party.   Unbelievable!  Where the heck did the time go?  She is into ballet and soccer and can't wait to drive.

I have been to Hawaii twice in a year alone.

I pretend to run.  I have ran 2 half marathon's, 2 10 Milers, 2 Relays and I have no idea how many 5ks.  But I hate running but I can't believe that I have completed these races.  I'm crazy proud of myself.  Toot Tooting my own horn.

After three years of not talking the ex and I have small converstaions and I have no idea how to process all of this.

What have you guys been up to latley?

Uncomfortable around men.

Well that is a post title I never in my life thought I would type.  I Cheryl the girl who has always hung with the boys is now lost in this post divorce world.  I don't even remember what it's like to have a gentlemen pull out a chair for me. Seriously went out with a friend and he did just that and I moved over to the other chair not realizing what he was doing was for me.   I feel like every time I trying to hang out with a friend they think of it more as a date.   I'm left asking myself, can a women and a man just be friends anymore at my age?   More then anything I want to have an some sort of relationship but can  I just settle for something I don't want 100%.  I mean  I know what I want.  I can't have what I want so here I am waiting patiently for something that might not ever come around.  At what point does a girl just say fuck it and settle for one that is kind of what I'm looking for?

How do you get back in to the game as a single mom?

March of Dimes PSA

If any of you know me, you know that I am a huge supporter of March of Dimes.  This year I have really kicked up my support.   Addison and I have been involed with our team Addison's Love, Gone to deseret nights, hosting bake sales selling Reno Big Horn Tickets.  We were even involed with the filming of a Public Service Annoucment. Which I have shared below. 

I personallly was nomaited as an Expodential Woman of Nevada for my efforts in supporting  March of Dimes.  That was a fun thing to have happen. 

It has also been a lot of fun to get to know some of the other family teams and make new friends.  I would like to thank all who have donated to my March and for all the support. 

Keurig Vue

While I don't normally blog on a product before I have actually try it,  I have one product that I feel has won my heart over.  When I first got wind of the Keurig Vue I had already been looking at the Keurig brand for a while.  Everyone one is bragging about them.  

Now I love coffee, I'm a gold card holder of Starbucks (I have a Starbucks a block from my house which is not good on my wallet), I have tons of flavors and syrups at home to make my own coffee creations.  I had a cappuccino machine (till it broke recently) a standard coffee pot that make an ok cup of coffee at best  for when I need a bigger cup of coffee or have a bunch of  guest over for parties.  But I never have the same coffee everyday.  I always change it up.  I will have a mocha in the morning, cherry Joe at lunch ( my creation of black coffee and cherry syrup)  and whatever I feel like later in the day.  Put it this way I like to live my life to the fullest and bring on the variety.  I love all the different flavors and this is  one of the reasons the Keurig Vue appeals to me.  Is has a ton of brews including the Starbucks Roast.

The features I really like are you can change the flavor of coffee,  you can make tea, hot chocolate, change the serving size and even tempture.  These couple features alone can help me clear off some much need space on my counter!  It would also help make entertaining a breeze.  I have company over a  lot.

I also like my things to have a nice look to them.  Maybe it's the OCD in me but the Keurig Vue it's self is beautiful and sleek.  It is also touch screen.  Even if my computer is already out of date the Keurig Vue can keep me up with the times. ;)

Now if you go to the Keurig website you can enter your email and they will let you know when they are being release for sale.  The cost is about $250.00.  Don't run!  I know what your thinking, remember I'm a frugal girl myself.  Look at it this way.  If your the type of person that spends  $4.00 or more on coffee for Starbucks.  You do this once a day. going on that alone that's already a $120.00 a month.  Keurig Vue will pay for it's self very quickly.  And you get a great cup of coffee that's fast and easy.  

I also haven't heard any complaints from my many friends that already have earlier versions of the Keurig.  They rave and my friends honest thoughts go far with me.   So if you are a coffee lover I encourage you to check out the Keurig Vue.   I will leave you percolating with a bit of info straight from the Keurig website.  I can't wait to see what else this baby can do!

http://www.keurig.com/brewers/keurig-vue-v700-brewing-system
The Keurig® Vue™ V700 Brewing System gives you total control to brew your way: stronger, bigger, hotter and with more choices than ever before. With an interactive Touchscreen and revolutionary new Custom Brew Technology™ Vue™ ensures every beverage is brewed to perfection, giving you perfect results – every cup, every time. And your choices are nearly limitless. In addition to coffee, tea, hot cocoa and iced beverages, Vue™ brews delicious café and specialty beverages as well. Includes a bonus variety of 10 Vue™ packs. This product is BPA free.



Specs:


• UL Listed: Household use only

• Power: 1,500 Watts

• Voltage: 120VAC / 60Hz

• Weight: 13.1 lbs. empty

• Dimensions: 12.52"H x 10.07"W x 11.8"D

• Single Cup Brewer Model Series: Vue™ V700


Features:

•Fully programmable color Touchscreen

•Brews in under one minute

•Strength & Temperature control

•Eight brew sizes – from 4oz. up to a full size 18oz. travel mug

•Energy Savings Mode – Auto On/Off

•Enjoy beverages hot or over ice

•Brews frothy café beverages

•Removable 74oz. water reservoir with easy fill, flip-top lid

•Removable drip tray with adjustable plate

•Cord storage

Smarterer

Ok, If your looking for something to do go to http://smarterer.com/. Smarterer is a platform designed to score individuals on their digital, social, and technical skills! I came in the know of this site where I am a BzzAgent, from http://www.bzzagent.com/


But, the real power in Smarterer is that you can "show what you know" to the world and prove to your friends, co-workers, and just about anyone how Smart(erer) you really are. Take the a Smarterer test and see how you stack up!



I was doing great on many but there where so many questions my score dropped over time.  However while trying to answer these timed questions.   I learned a ton more about different sites like Google, facebook and twitter.   I am also doing a simple math one with is really fun.   So go check it out and let me know what you think!

StyleFind.com

As a BzzAgent I got turned on to the website StyleFind.com.   Now StyleFind.com is a website from the publishers of InStyle.   This website is perfect for all my fashion trendy friends that like to get items for Calvin Klein to Jimmy Choo at a better price.  I just love looking at all the shoes on this site.  Now when I say better price I am not saying a steal.  Most items are still are a hit to your pocket but if you live the designer lifestyle this site will help you stay todate with style at a better price.  Also make sure to check out the editiors picks!

Now if you are not like  me who doesn't have the chance to really style it up but enjoy following the trends you will enjoy this site for other reasons.  They are many helpful items on this site such as the Trends tabs which gives you the latest trends from hair styles like the loose updo and then directions on how to do that style yourself.  It's like reading In Style Maginzine. 

The site is very easy to find your way around. just use the seach that runs across the top of the page or click on a catorgory you have in mind.   The site also has a tab for deals that can come in handy.  Happy shopping my friends.