Knife Sharpening System

I've been needing to get a knife sharpener for awhile so when I got a chance to review this one, I jumped at it.

To purchase, go HERE:
http://bit.ly/SystemKnifeSharpener

One thing I LOVE about this sharpener that my previous ones didn't have is the extremely strong suction cup to hold it in place, making it much safer than many similar sharpeners to work with. It was easy to use ... 3-5 swipes through and Bingo, your knifes have a better edge.

One thing they didn't include is instructions about which way to face the sharpener. At first I thought the name should be towards me but then I saw the numbers on the other side, indicating which one to do 1st (left/coarse side) and

then the 2nd (right/fine) ... it makes sense when you have done it the once but it might be nice to have a photo in the direction for anyone who is new to kitchen life or anyone who can't read.

Otherwise this is a great little gadget and I'm happy to have it in my kitchen so I can keep my paring knives and others sharp.

I received this in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.

Midori Spring Ceremonial EMERALD Matcha

A few months back I did a review for Midori Spring's Ceremonial GOLD Matcha ... recently I was given the opportunity to review their newest addition to the line, Ceremonial EMERALD Matcha.

To purchase this product, go to
http://bit.ly/MidoriGreenTea

If you are on a budget, but you still want top quality drinking Matcha, this is a GREAT alternative. First, you get a 100g tin ... over 3x the amount in the Gold option. And while it's not quite as "clean" tasting, of all the Matcha's I've reviewed (and this is the 4th) this option is an admirable 2nd place to my favorite (the GOLD option here). This is NOT culinary grade (which is very different .. much "earthier" in flavor) ...the leaves are still the "first flush", but to clarify, this is what they say at the Midori Amazon Site

Gold Class is harvested from the purest, and darkest tencha leaves. Hence, this product is more expensive and rare. Emerald Class, is produced from 'good' to 'average' quality tencha leaves which are more abundant. Emerald class is still great quality matcha for first time drinkers, and chefs without the high cost.

I have to say, I'm not a Matcha Snob (YET) so this option is more than good enough for me... but who knows, as I keep drinking it, I may have to resort to buying another tin of the Gold tea for special occasions! :)

** I received this product in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions and experiences are mine alone. **

Selfie Stick with Bluetooth by *Vivaselfie*

You can purchase this item here
http://bit.ly/Vivaselfie

This is the second selfie stick that I've been sent to review. I really liked the other one because it's so simple to use and it easily holds my Note 3.

This Selfie Stick is just as much fun and just as simple to charge and connect via Bluetooth ... the one big bonus with this one is that they give you TWO different sized Cellphone holders, which would be great for people with smaller phones or multiple phones. When fully collapsed it's small enough to easily fit in a medium sized purse or backpack. Fully opened, you get about 40" of extension to your arm. A small button on the easy grip handle makes it simple to snap photos without wires via the

Using the stick to get
a photo of another
product that I was reviewing

bluetooth feature.

The stick is Compatible with IOS 4.0 and Android 3.0 System or Above. Charge time is 1 hr or less.  A 180 Degree Rotation Of The Phone Mount allows for different camera angles and the length allows you to fit all your friends into the frame, and to reach over the heads of people in front of you to get the shot.

This is a fun little gadget that will not only make your get-togethers more fun, but it would make a great present for pretty much any of your selfie-obsessed friends!

I received this in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are mine alone.

Pure Care Natural Soapberry Dish Soap

Finally! A dish soap alternative to the standard options!

Pure Cares' Soap Berry Dish soap is a pleasant smelling, natural alternative to the chemical laden soaps that stock the shelves at your local supermarket. Soap Berries or Soap Nuts are a fruit that has been used for centuries for cleaning while also being known for their healing properties for many skin conditions. What is really great is that Pure Care also added Aloe Vera to the mix, making this soap even gentler on your skin. Sulfate & phosphate free, with no dyes or artificial fragrances, you won't find another soap with ingredients that are as easy on the skin as this one.

But does it work?

In a word, yes. The soap is thinner than most soap you are used to, and the bubbles are not as "stiff", but what matters is that it cleaned everything that I used it on ... from glasses (that were squeaky,sparkly clean afterwards) to greasy pots and pans, everything came out just as clean as the Mrs Meyers soap that I usually use. I believe I used a bit more soap due to this being thinner to start, but that's a small price if you are looking for a dish soap alternative that is natural and/or easy on your skin.

I received this in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.

FD Premium Collapsible Travel Dog/Pet Bowls (Set of 3)

If you travel with your pet, these bowls will be a great addition to your travel and camping gear.

You can purchase these bowls here:
http://bit.ly/TravelDogBowls

Lightweight, BPA Free, and easy to pack, your pet will thank you for having something along on those hot, humid days to give them an easy way to get their drinking water. And with 3 different colored bowls, you have plenty for other pets, or one for water and one for food...

OR

ONE FOR YOU!

I have a similar set of bowls that were given to me because I am a Swing Dancer and I go to a lot of conventions. In order to keep expenses down I usually have some of my own home made food with me and a small rice cooker to heat it in. Half the time I forgot my paper bowls for my meals, so a friend gave me a set like this and let me tell you, it's one of my all time favorite gifts! So if you don't know what to do with all 3 (because you

bought them to have one or two for your pet), well, keep one packed in YOUR bag for an easy way to have your cereal or salad on the run.

These are dishwasher safe and easy to clean by hand too.


I received this product in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.

Jökel Unbreakable Stemless Silicone Wine Glasses

Do you like to camp? Go to festivals? Tailgate? Picnic? Hike? Bar-B-Que? Throw Pool Parties? Boating? Or are you just a klutz???

You can purchase this item here
http://bit.ly/JokelReview

 Well then, these wine "glasses" are for you! Perfect for so many situations.... especially where you may be concerned about the possibility of the glass being dropped and broken, or where you don't want to deal with carrying out the bottle and trying to carry a glass in or out without it getting broken. These glasses are "squishable" yet a little more substantial than other similar wineglasses that I have reviewed.

Unbreakable **** Stylish *** Perfect Size & Shape *** Portable ***Lightweight *** Easily Washable *** Heat and Cold Tolerant *** Eco-Friendly

****NOTE**** When you first get the glasses you will want to air them out for a few days as they have a bit of a plastic smell, but that will go after a little while... then wash with regular dish washing
liquid and you are ready to party!

Summer fun just got even better. I can't wait to discover how many situations I can use these for ,.... because I'm sure that the list at the top is just the beginning :)

I received these in exchange for a fair and honest review. All experiences and opinions are mine alone.

Sunsella Bento Style Plastic Lunch Boxes

Love these little boxes! I'm in the process of trying to re-work my diet/meal planning (as a post-

You can order this item here:
http://bit.ly/SunsellaBentoBoxes

menopausal woman, I'm having the challenges of hormonal weight gain) and these boxes are perfect for meal planning, especially mid-day meals when I'm normally not at home. I can put a salad, some nuts, and some fruit or salad dressing in the 3 sections and Bingo! Healthy mid-day lunch instead of the Grab-and-go meal at some fast food joint.

NOTE: They state right up front that they are NOT leakproof. They are BPA, phthalate and lead free, Microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe.

The only problem is, I'm also an avid "Organizer" ... not OCD... but I love finding new ways to organize my clutter and I can see sooo many uses for these boxes in places like my bathroom (I have TONS of hair clips and ties), my office (paper clips, board tacks, etc) and even the kitchen! So I may well be buying another set to

tidy up one of those areas too!

I received these at a discounted price in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are mine alone!