Winners !

Orb Factory -Patricia Wojnar Crowley

   

VIOlight - Terri Tarrant

Far Flutterby Book - Jen Michouris

Body Shop Gift Pack - belinda mcnabb

Congratulations winners! I will be emailing you soon. 

Ryobi Drill P205 - For my home !

Any Ryobi 18V Tool fits any Ryobi 18V battery. Three battery options enable you to choose between NiCd or Lithium-ion - compact or high capacity powering over 40 tools. The P205 drill features a 3/8" two sleeve keyless chuck for quick, easy bit changes. The ergonomically designed GripZone™ handle allows for more user comfort. MagTray™ magnetic holder keeps extra bits and screws within easy reach. The 2-speed gearbox and 24 position clutch allow for high torque applications.

• 3/8 inch two sleeve keyless chuck for quick, easy bit changes
• MagTray™ magnetic holder keeps extra bits and screws within easy reach
• 2-speed gearbox and 24 position clutch
• 0-350/0-1,300 RPM (no load speed)
• ergonomically designed GripZone™ handle
• Inlcudes: P205 Drill and Bit, P100 One+ 18V Battery, P111 Charger and Operators Manual

We have been on the lookout for a simple yet powerful drill that both hubby and I can use. We do not do a lot of work with it but it certainly is "The Tool" we turn to when we need our jobs done.

First, I have to commend that it is not as heavy as I imagined it to be. It comes with a battery pack and charger so that is a great feature. There are 2 speed gears, that can be adjusted depending on the nature of job being done.

The keyless chuck makes it easy to tighten or release the drill bit in the chuck.

The drill has a 24-position clutch.The torque adjustment ring can be turned to choose the right amount of torque that is needed for the job.

I have been using this drill to put up paintings on my wall and other such not so hard jobs. It is a great starter drill. There is a magnetic tray  in the drill to conveniently place the screws that you will need. You can also use this drill for all types of wood products, ceramics, plastics, fiberglass, laminates, metals and even mixing paints. You may need some accessories depending on what you are using the drill for.

Overall, it is a great piece to have around at home! Make sure you follow the manual for safety instructions.

You can find the Ryobi Drill at Home Depot for $49.99

Great Valentine's Day gift for a man! 

Disclosure: I received a sample for review purpose only. No monetary compensation  was received. The above post reflects my personal opinion.

Review: Sogno Coffee

Is it your dream to find that perfect cup of coffee? But among the thousands of chain coffeehouses and the dizzying array of trendy brands, where do you start? Actually, it's simple. Here at Sogno Coffeehouse, we know it all starts with the beans... and we're here to spill the beans. Truth is, many people have not had the pleasure of enjoying a real quality coffee. No matter the price, brand, or packaging, it all comes down to the beans. Sogno roasts only the finest Arabica beans in our one of a kind, custom-built roaster. The product is unrivaled: the aroma, the body, and that very first sip... it's like un sogno, a dream.

I do love a cup of coffee 2 times a week. Atleast. The smell of coffee is so invigorating. I get attracted to flavoured coffee so much that I forgot what real coffee smells like! I was longing for a real cup of coffee and I had the chance to try Sogno coffee. It smells like coffee...so aromatic. Pure coffee. 

Sole - The Sun [ Bold ]

Cielo - The Sky [ Medium Roast ]

Both the Bold and Medium Roast smelled wonderful. They make a delicious brew and  I love the real coffee aroma without any additives.Sogno Coffee is sure to take the world of coffee in its rich aroma! I really liked the blends and would definitely buy if they become available in Canada.

   Sogno Coffee comes in 10 oz and 16 oz bag  and available as whole bean or ground.

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Disclosure: I received a sample for review purpose only. No monetary compensation  was received. The above post reflects my personal opinion.

Shout Factory's THE ADVENTURES OF CHUCK & FRIENDS: FRIENDS TO THE FINISH DVD ( R+G) 2/17 ( US/CAN)

A February 14th release!

Follow CHUCK THE DUMP TRUCK character and his incredible cast of friends in this delightfully fast-paced, song-filled, high- energy series for preschoolers. Every visitor to the truck stop where CHUCK lives fuels his exciting fantasies, and he enlists his pals DIGGER, BOOMER, ROWDY, SOKU, BIGGS and HANDY to turn those fantasies into reality.

The Adventures of Chuck & Friends series is currently airing on The Hub TV Network in the U.S. and on Treehouse in Canada.

The Adventures of Chuck & Friends: Friends To The Finish is priced at $12.99.

Episodes:

Race To the Race

The Best

Chuck’s Big Break

Game On

Revving Up Rally

Grandpa Treadwell

Chuck Backs Up

Need For Speed

Vertie’s Stunt School

Dancing Wheels

My son was so thrilled to see Chuck & Friends go on adventures! His first Christmas gift was Chuck! So he has had Chuck for a long time now and it was perfect to see Chuck on screen. It is a treat for any little boy. Priced at $12.99, it makes a great gift too. There are many lessons to learn from Chuck and Friends. Lessons about helping, going out and playing instead of being stuck on a video game etc. The cast includes a variety of vehicles like fire-truck, garbage truck, car, dump truck and so much more that my little boy knows better than me. He has watched it so many times over and over again and still LOVES watching it. 


This story will help children learn while they have fun watching their favorite vehicles come to life. You should seen my son's joy when he saw Rowdy the garbage truck! Priceless!

You can also watch a slide show of Chuck and Friends to get a colorful sneak-peek! Click here!

It also has a colouring page at the back of the DVD cover.Something to do while watching! You can download the page from here:

Thanks to Shout Factory, one lucky reader will have the chance the win a copy of Chuck & Friends!

Fusionbrands - Useful products with a cooler look ( R+G) 2/17 (US/CAN)

We all have a lot of stuff in our kitchen we think we would use, but never end up using. 

There are also some stuff that we would so love to have, but we would never know how much we would use until we have it. I recently had the chance to try 2 such products from Fusionbrands. 

What is so special about them? They not only are like 2 extra hands but I love their colorful appearance that adds light to my kitchen.

Presenting, thelovehandle!

• Heat-resistant to 500°F / 260°C
• Snaps over all handle shapes and sizes
• Conforms to grip securely
• Built-in utensil rest
• Teeth grab handle to keep from sliding inside the sleeve
• Slip-resistant exterior groovy grips keep hand from slipping
• 2" diameter x 6.75" long

This is a silicone grip that fits all handles in my kitchen and also serves dually as a ladle rest. Some of my cookware are steel and since heat gets transferred easily onto the handle, this love handle is a great option for such utensils. Doesn't matter actually even if you have a good handle, this love handle gives better grip on the utensil. It retails for $9. Fusion Brands  products are also available at Amazon.ca 

Another interesting product was the fingertongs.

• Heat-resistant to 500°F / 260°C
• FDA food-safe silicone
• Fits right and left hands
• Reduces splatter when flipping
• Protects fingers and knuckles
• Safe for use on coated pans
• Non-stick and flexible
• Dishwasher safe
• 6.625" long x 3.75" wide

These heat resistant finger tongs helps you with all those products that need careful flipping over. Be it a vegetable, chicken breast or fish fillet. these finger tongs are perfect! They slip right in over your fingers and they are designed well to give a good hold on the tongs from the inside.They were made to resemble a beak and they do an amazing job! They are priced at $16 and come in 2 colors as pictured above.

Some of the Fusion Brands products are available on Amazon.ca


Thanks to Fusion Brands, one lucky reader will have the chance to win a thelovehandle and the fingertongs !

Book Review: NY Times Best Seller "The Circle Maker" by Mark Batterson

Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears

Synopsis: 

Would knowing that your prayers will be answered change the way you pray? In The Circle Maker, Pastor Mark Batterson shares powerful insights from the true legend of Honi the Circle Maker, a believer who prayed miracles would happen to the people of God—and then they fell from the heavens like rain. Honi and Mark Batterson will help you bring your God-given dreams into being through bold, tenacious prayers that honor God and make the impossible come true.

Mark Batterson serves as the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D. C. Recognized as “one of America’s 25 most innovative churches,” NCC is one church with seven locations. Mark’s blog (www.markbatterson.com) and webcast (www.theaterchurch.com) also reach a virtual congregation around the world. Mark is the author of several bestselling books, including In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day. He and his wife, Lora, live on Capitol Hill with their three children.  You can follow Mark on Twitter: @markbatterson

I have been challenged much by the author's  walk of faith. My prayer life has been staggering of late as I have been facing some struggles and when I sit down to talk to God, I focus so much on my problems. I forgot what God was capable of doing. He has never let me down through all the rough paths I have trodden. So when I started reading this book, I was challenged to alter the way I pray. Seriously, I can now say that " My God is able!"

Mark takes the example of the legend Honi the Circle Maker. Honi stationed himself within a circle and prayed until it rained.In Honi's day miracles were a thing of the past and God was unheard of. Honi drew a circle and called upon God on behalf of the people, to send rain on the land. Sounds simple right? Honi's inspiration of the prayer circle is from the book of Habbakuk.

"I will stand upon my watch and station me within a circle".

What an awesome way to pray! Praying is circles is not "Mark Batterson style" but it has a 
strong biblical ground on which it is based. The book is wonderfully written and it was so engaging from cover to cover. Mark does not blindly say that you can just pray circles around anything and everything. He lays down clearly how to listen carefully to that still, small voice and pursue in prayer. He uses several real life examples from his own life to demonstrate how praying in circles have yielded results and blessed his ministry. We can never know that lengths to which God can bless us, until we let Him to. 

I have been challenged to be fearless and bold in my prayers, as Mark from his own experience says that "God honors bold prayers and bold prayers honor God".

When we pray circles around that tough person we deal with or that crippling pain in our body or that painful situation or something that cannot be diagnosed and all those things that remain a mystery in our life, we not only pray for one element but encompass every element of that thing we are praying for. I could strongly feel the power of prayer when I prayed a circle around a certain situation.

Mark also talks about how to pursue in prayer. The example of Daniel's prayer was amazing. Daniel received an answer for his prayer on the 21st day. What if he quit praying on day 20? It gave me motivation to continue to pray for the things that I am tired of praying for. Why? They are really worth praying for.

I highly recommend this book and encourage you to pick up a copy. You will not regret this purchase. 

A very good deal on Christianbooks.com - $11.99. They ship to Canada for a very reasonable price. Also available on Amazon.ca for $15.80

Disclosure: I received a sample for review purpose only. No monetary compensation  was received. The above post reflects my personal opinion.

Winners of the giveaway ended on 1/31!

Real Steel DVD - Lisa Kushniaryk-Hansen  

Tea Collection GC - April Gilbertson 

Tropical Traditions - domestic diva 

Bed Stu - Angela Marriott 

Mohawk Rug - Cori Westphal 

Zonderkidz Book - Diana Zacharias 

Cat in the Hat DVD - Amy C 

Kidz Med Thermometer - Sue Sueper 

Congrats winners! I apologize for being late on posting the winners.

 It's been one crazy week for me ! Hopefully, I'll slow down this week and spend some time on  my blog.

Lots of good stuff coming up!