Jun 212013
 

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I recently tried some great tasting drinks from a company called Zola. Zola makes some really good tasting Coconut Water - with and without pulp. Why coconut water? Coco-Hydration™: Natural hydration with five essential electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium). 100% natural. 100% delicious.

The coconuts that Zola uses to make this great tasting water are from Thailand, Brazil, Indonesia, the Philippines and other warm, tropical, destinations. They use only the best tasting young green coconuts for their 100% Natural Coconut Water.

Coco-Hydration™ Each Sip Offers:
  • Delicious and fresh taste
  • Supports natural hydration
  • Essential electrolytes: potassium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium
  • 100% Natural & Delicious
  • Gluten and GMO Free, 100% Vegan
  • BPA Free Can

 

Zola also makes a great tasting juice using Açaí berries ~ pronounced ah-sigh-ee. Açaí berries are grow on a Açaí palm tree and are very little berries with a deep purple color. It taste like wild berries kissed with chocolate.

Why Açaí berries? Research shows Açaí to be loaded with antioxidants that fight free radicals, disease and aging.

Zola makes 3 different Açaí drinks, the Original Açaí Juice, Açaí with Blueberry Juice and Açaí with Pomegranate Juice. All three sound great. I tried the Original Açaí and it was very good and the first time I have had a drink with Açaí berries in it.

Each 8oz serving offers:
  • Antioxidants & Omega Fatty Acids 3, 6, & 9
  • USDA Organic & Kosher certified
  • Sustainably harvested
  • Gluten and GMO free
  • 100% Vegan
Zola is a proud supporter of biodiversity and sustainable harvesting. Growing Açaí allows the trees to be put to their highest and best use while locals are given job opportunities – a win-win for the environment and the local community! Another company that makes something good for us to drink and is good for the environment.
If you would like to try Zola Açaí Juice or Coconut Water you can purchase it HERE online. You can also find it at many local stores like Safeway here in Oregon.
Zola has also offered one of my readers 1 case of the product of your choice. You must be 18+ and have a US shipping address. Leave a comment on what flavor you think you would like best. Extra entries for following Zola on Facebook. Extra entries for each way you follow Kaisy Daisy’s Corner. Giveaway ends Jul 5, 2013.
Please fill out the form HERE to enter.
Kaisy1
Jun 212013
 

 

Bathing Beauties - Cover

About Bathing Beauties, Booze & Bullets:
It’s 1927 in Galveston, Texas—the “Sin City of the Southwest.” Jasmine (“Jazz”) Cross is an ambitious 21-year-old society reporter for the Galveston Gazette who tries to be taken seriously by the good-old-boy staff, but the editors only assign her fluffy puff pieces, like writing profiles of bathing beauties. The last thing Jazz wants to do is compare make-up tips with ditzy dames competing in the Miss Universe contest, known as the “International Pageant of Pulchritude and Bathing Girl Revue.”

She’d rather help solve the murders of young prostitutes who turn up all over town, but city officials insist on burying the stories during Splash Day festivities. After Jazz gets to know the bathing beauties, she realizes there’s a lot more to them than just pretty faces and figures. Jazz becomes suspicious when she finds out the contest is also sponsored by the Maceos, aspiring Beach Gang leaders and co-owners of the Hollywood Dinner Club, where the girls will perform before the parade and pageant.

Worse, her half-brother Sammy Cook, owner of the Oasis, a speakeasy on a rival gang’s turf, asks her to call in a favor from handsome Prohibition Agent James Burton—an impossible request that could compromise both of their jobs and budding romance. While Agent Burton gives her the cold shoulder, she fends off advances from Colin Ferris, an attractive but dangerous gangster who threatens Sammy as well as Burton. In the end, she must risk it all to save her friends from a violent killer hell-bent on revenge. Inspired by actual events.

About Ellen Mansoor Collier:
Ellen Mansoor Collier is a Houston-based freelance magazine writer whose articles and essays have been published in several national magazines, including: FAMILY CIRCLE, MODERN BRIDE, GLAMOUR, BIOGRAPHY, COSMO, PLAYGIRL, etc. Several of her short stories have appeared in WOMAN’S WORLD. A flapper at heart, she’s the owner of DECODAME, specializing in Deco to retro vintage items (www.art-decodame.com).
Formerly she’s worked as a magazine editor, and in advertising and public relations (plus endured a hectic semester as a substitute teacher). She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Magazine Journalism. During college, she once worked as a cocktail waitress, a short-lived experience since she was clueless about cocktails. FLAPPERS, FLASKS AND FOUL PLAY is her first novel. She lives in Houston and visits Galveston whenever possible.

Connect with Ellen Mansoor Collier: Website | Twitter | Facebook

My Review:

I really enjoyed reading Bathing Beauties, Booze & Bullets. My favorite character was Jasmin Cross (Jazz) who worked on the Galveston Gazette on the Society Page. She was working on an article for the Bathing Girl Revue for the Splash Day festivities when a young girl is murdered. She decides to go under cover to find out who killed the young prostitutes who turn up dead all over town. You will need to find out what happens next. It will keep you reading to the end!

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June 15, 2013 - Shelley’s Book Case
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Jun 202013
 

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I recently tried some Kettle Chips that were hot and tangy. They are Risi® “Papas Caseras”. They were thick-cut chips with layers of taste. Every bite is an explosive combination of sweet, spicy, fiery and zesty flavors - they’re guaranteed to wake up your taste buds!

They come in 4 different flavors.

Con Salsa - These lightly salted chips contain a packet of spicy and savory La Guacamaya hot sauce giving you the option to spice things up with one of Mexico’s tastiest sauces.

Habanero - The habanero is one of the hottest chili peppers one can find. True to their name, these chips offer a fiery and zesty flavor that is sure to test the taste buds of even the most seasoned lovers of spicy foods.

Adobadas - Adobadas chips are flavored with Mexico’s famous red chili marinade. This zesty, but sweet flavor is one that you won’t be able to let go.

Serrano - Inspired by the flavors of the Sierra Mountains of Mexico, these serrano pepper flavored chips have a traditional taste that is both spicy and tangy.

I received the Habanero and the Serrano Kettle chips, I preferred the Serrano they were not as spicy and I thought had great flavor. I really liked how crunchy the chips were. They were great to eat with a sandwich. I don’t think you would need any additional dips or salsa with these flavorful chips. These chips would be for you if you liked spicy hot food!

If you would like to purchase your own Risi® “Papas Caseras” you can do so HERE online. They are not available every where yet ~ make sure you ask your local store to start carrying them.

Classic Foods have offered to send one of my readers the two bags of Kettle Chips I received. You must be 18+ and have a US shipping address. Leave a comment on how spicy you like your food 1-5. Extra entry for following Risi® “Papas Caseras” on Facebook. Extra entries for each way you following Kaisy Daisy’s Corner. Giveaway ends on Jul 4, 2013.

Please fill out the form HERE to enter.

Kaisy1

 

 

 

Jun 202013
 

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I love to try different products and recently I tried Poptillas® which are a light, crispy snacks that are made with whole grain corn. I thought they were very good. I opened them when I had guest over and served them with lunch. They were a hit! Tracy one of my friends said she couldn’t stop eating them they were so good! Everyone really liked them.

They come in 3 great flavors.

  • Yellow Corn - lightly salted and ready for dipping
  • Nacho Cheese - cheesy with a hint of spice
  • Salsa Verde - spicy, zesty and tangy. Your favorite salsa already on a chip!

My favorite was Nacho Cheese ones. Whats great about these chips is they contain up to 25% less fat than leading chips.

 

 

Here are some other great things about Poptillas®.

  • All Natural
  • Made with Whole Grain
  • Gluten Free
  • No MSG
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Trans Fat
  • No Preservatives
  • No High Fructose Corn Syrup

Poptillas® is a snack you can eat and not feel too guilty about. They are only about 120 calories a serving. I think they taste great by them self but with dip or salsa they would be great too!

If you would like to buy Poptillas® you can do so HERE online. They are not available every where yet - but ask your grocer for them!

Poptillas® has offered to send one of my readers a bag of the Nacho Cheese and the Salsa Verde flavored chips. You must be 18+ and have a US shipping address. Leave a comment on the flavor you most want to try. Extra entry for following Poptillas® on Facebook. Extra entries for each way you follow Kaisy Daisy’s Corner. Giveaway ends Jul 4, 2013.

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Kaisy1

 

Jun 202013
 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

You know how I love skincare products and I have been using a great set of products the past few weeks. The products are from Bioelements and I really liked them. Bioelements has brought professional skin care to your home. Since 1991, skin care specialists have been using our highly individualized formulas to treat the skin, target complexion concerns and discourage skin aging. And, unlike ordinary skin care, each Bioelements product is a professionally created treatment designed to make a major difference in the appearance of your skin.

 

The first thing I used every morning and at night is the Moisture Positive Cleanser. It was very gentle and left my skin feeling hydrated and revitalized. The container is pretty big and I saw it should last about 4 months using it twice a day.

The second product I have been using is Power Peptide. It is a spray and easy to use. I use it twice a day too. This helps to revitalize and renew my skin along with adding moisture. This too is a large bottle an should last about 5 months!

 

 

 

This is the Advanced VitaMineral C Complex it has an age-fighting boost of vitamin C in it - Its secret source is Acerola cherries, which contain 32 times more vitamin C than oranges. This potent natural C extract with the deepest penetrating, most scientifically advanced cosmeceutical C ester. It helps to clarify and brighten skin. It helps fight dullness and aging. I like how easy it absorbed into my skin and did not leave my skin looking or feeling greasy.

 

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This is the last product that I used which is Sleepwear. It is used as a night moisturizer to help smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkles. It helps your skin look more youthful and rested. I really liked how it replenished the moisture and was easy to apply and absorb into my skin. This is an overnight creme for dry to combination skin with calcium, retinol, peptides and cranberry seed oil.

 

Bioelements has lots of great products at reasonable prices. If you would like to purchase Bioelements you can do so HERE. I am sure you will find something you like as much as I did.

 

Kaisy1

 

Jun 202013
 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I am always looking for some new and different cleaning products. I recently started using some products from affresh. I think in a couple post I mentioned that I recently moved and there are two great products that I used the first day I was in my apartment.

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The first was the affresh Washer Cleaner. The washer had a bit of a musty smell so I was so glad to have these. I just throw a tablet in and it penetrated and dissolved unseen residue in hard to reach places inside your washer and leave it smelling fresh!

The second item was the affresh Dishwasher and Disposal Cleaner - I wanted to remove what ever food particles and buildup were in them. It left my kitchen smelling fresh and clean.IMG_1157 With both of these products using the tablets once a month will keep everything clean and fresh smelling.

One of my favorite products is the affresh Kitchen & Appliance Cleaner. I hate when their are splatters in the microwave and now having Rex’s son living with us the microwave gets used a lot and it doesn’t get wiped down when a splatter happens. This is specially formulated to cut through residue and leaves it streak-free. And unlike most bleach-based cleaners, you won’t have to pull double-duty and wipe down or rinse surfaces after use. It’s great to use even on the counter tops.

I don’t have much that stainless steel in my kitchen but I am sure this works as great as the other products I have used affresh Stainless Steel Cleaner. I have used it to clean the finger prints off the toaster and coffee maker and it works good.

Here is the last product that I used and I love this too it is affresh Cooktop Cleaner. Don’t you hate when you spill something on the range top? This works great on a cooled cooktop you just scrub a bit with non-abrasive pad and then wipe away. You don’t have to worry about damaging the cooktop and it is safe on glass, ceramic and porcelain.

What I noticed about all of these products was the nice clean smell they had, not over powering at all. They made my time cleaning a bit quicker and helped my kitchen sparkle! I think by using these products as part of my regular cleaning they will prevent the build-up of stains and residue and extend the life of my appliances.

If you would like to purchase your own affresh products you can do so HERE online. affresh products are also available at Walmart and Home Depot.

 

affresh has offered one of my readers some of the the same products I use. You must be 18+ and have a US shipping address. Leave a comment on a hard to clean spot in your kitchen. Extra entries for following affresh on Facebook. Extra entries for each way you follow Kaisy Daisy’s Corner. Giveaway ends July 4th, 2013.

Please fill out the form HERE to enter.

Kaisy1

 

Jun 192013
 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”21a05SrXKSLMy purse is always such a mess - I just throw papers, coupons and receipts in it. I think I have found something to help me out and make me a bit more organized. A Savvycents Wallet! I love mine!

I really think this is going to save me. There is so much room in and a perfect way to become more organized and still look fashionable. The Savvycents Wallet is 8″ x 4″ so can fit easily into my purse. It also has 5 file slots. IMG_0907

It also comes with pre-printed and blank labels to customize your wallet to fit your specific needs.

The Savvycents Wallet come in a variety of colors brown, blue, hot pink, black, red, polka dot, and zebra. Something for everyone’s taste.

 

Savvycents Wallet was first formed in Jan of 2009 after Melinda Claudepierre - President and creator of Savvycents read a book about becoming debt free and following the cash envelope system of budgeting. She became frustrated with all the paper envelopes so she created the Savvycents Wallet.

I just started paying more attention to coupons so I am glad I have this wallet to help me out - I often cut out the coupons but can’t find them when I plan on using them. I also need to be more organized with receipts so using this will be a great help.

If you would like to purchase your own Savvycents Wallet and become more organized you can do so HERE.

Savvycents Wallet has offered one of my readers a chance to win a Pink Savycents Wallet. You must be 18+ and have a US shipping address. Leave a comment on something that helps you stay organized. Extra entry for following Savvycents Wallet on Facebook. Extra entries for each way you follow Kaisy Daisy’s Corner. Giveaway ends on Jul 3, 2013.

Please fill in the form HERE to enter.

Kaisy1

 

 

Jun 192013
 

 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I love the summer and the warmer days and now I found a new treat to eat to help keep me cool! Diana’s Bananas Banana Babies ~ frozen banana’s dipped in chocolate! I received both milk and dark chocolate dipped banana’s. I was surprised by how good they tasted! The banana was creamy almost like ice cream but these are much lower in calories - about 130 per banana babies.

Diana’s Bananas Banana Babies come in three flavors Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, and Milk Chocolate & Peanuts. They also have some delicious looking Banana Bites.

At Diana’s Bananas, they do it right—making the finished product is a 14-step procedure that includes purchasing, testing, peeling, sizing, freezing and dipping—and you’ll taste the results of our hard work in every delicious bite!

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Here is Miley enjoying one of Diana’s Bananas Banana Babies in Dark Chocolate ~ she loved them and they were a great snack for her. I think she ate a whole box herself. What a great way to make sure she gets her fruit in.

Diana’s Bananas started back in the mid-80′s at a food festival and they sold like wild fire in 10 days and 25,000 banana’s later we have Diana’s Bananas Banana Babies.

Diana’s Bananas work hard on finding just the right banana and use the best chocolate so every one taste great.

 

Where can you find these great treats? If you live on the East coast lots of stores carry Diana’s Bananas if you live here in Oregon like me - you can order them HERE online. Stock up so when your in the mood for something cold, chocolate and good for you won’t have far to go.Kaisy1

Jun 192013
 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I really love trying new things for my hair and recently tried the complete set of nuNAAT® Treatment Curly Hair with Cupuaçu & Keratin. I received NAAT Treatment Curly Hair with Cupuaçu & Keratin Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Leave-In and Intensive Hair Mask and I have been using it for about the past 3-4 weeks. Normally I would use one product one day and then switch but I liked these so much I used them daily.

The shampoo helped hydrate my hair to increase the moisture and shine.

The conditioner specifically designed to retain moisture and control curls.

I loved the leave-in conditioner - it really helped tame the frizzy ends I sometimes get on my curls. It left it soft and manageable. I just styled my hair as normal after using the leave-in conditioner.

The last item the Intensive Hair Mask was great - I need to use it again sometime this week. I think I will try to use it 2-3 times a month. Right after using it I could see how it revitalized my hair just after one use.

The benefits I found in using these 4 products are:

  • Intense hydration from Cupuaçu Butter’s high fatty acid content
  • Cupuaçu is a super antioxidant packed with vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and CKeratin restores hair to a strong, healthy and natural state
  • Ideal for chemically-processed and multi-textured hair
  • Eliminates frizz
  • Increases body
  • Defines curls

It is hard to see in this picture how soft my hair and shiny it is in this picture but I just love how my hair feels and looks. It’s amazing what the right product can do.

nuNAAT® offers a number of different types of hair care products such as Karité Special With Shea Butter which is Packed with Vitamins and Nourishing Shea Butter which is great in helping restoring dry hair. I think everyone can find something to use to improve the look and feel of their hair. You can find these products online at drugstore.com and in-store at Navarro Pharmacies and Beauty Supply stores.

If you want to keep up with what’s new at nuNAAT® follow them at Facebook or Twitter.

Kaisy1

 

Jun 182013
 

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I recently tried some nutrition bars called Journey Bar. They are very different than most nutrition bars because they have a savory flavor. The bars themselves are inspired by cuisines from around the world. journey bars are made from organic whole grains and other all-natural ingredients, which makes them a great-tasting, healthy alternative to the typical sweet bars. The bars are also gluten-free, non-gmo, vegan, and soy-free.

They come in 5 great flavors.

Sesame Ginger

Rosemary

Pizza Marinara

Sea Salt

Coconut Curry

I tried 3 different flavors Rosemary, Sea Salt and the Sesame Ginger which was my favorite. The great thing about these savory bars is they don’t melt. You can leave them in the car, your purse or backpack and not worry that you have a melted mess.

How did Journey Bar come about? The co-owners where avid travelers and have tasted lots of great food around the world. They took the wonderful flavors they enjoyed and created simple recipes using wholesome, natural ingredients and blends of herbs and spices to create unique flavors. The savory nutrition bars instantly take you and your taste buds to different parts of the world, which is why we call them travel bars! throw them in your bag and you’re ready for any journey!

If you would like to purchase Journey Bar you can do so HERE and start your Journey. You can also find them at a few local stores.

Kaisy1