Purex plus Clorox 2 review + giveaway!

I received a free bottle of Purex from #SocialInsiders.
All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So, based on product usage. 

There is just nothing like the smell of clean laundry, you know? Well except for the clean part... that is absolutely better then just smelling clean! LOL

I have been a longtime Purex lover. I love the way it makes my clothes feel and smell. Purex is freshness I can feel. And Purex plus Clorox 2 is the crème de la crème... it's soooo good!

I used Purex plus Clorox 2 on a load of towels that had been used to wash the car and they came out fresh and clean as a whistle. I also used it on my bed linens. But the real test was my dark clothes, because darks seem to collect a ton of dirt, but Purex handled it!

I cannot say enough about the great scent and bright clean! Except for the fact that it is also a smart value, you get a lot of bang for your buck with Purex. 

But don't take my word for it, I want you to try it for yourself. That's why I'm giving away a coupon for a free bottle to two lucky winners!

Complete the form below to enter.

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My experience at Amazing Lash Studio

I received free lash extensions.
All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So. 

Unlike my glamorous daughter, I am not really a make-up gal. I mostly just lube my lips and keep it pushing. But sometimes I like to amp up my sexy with a smidgen of eyeliner and a dab of lip color. So when I was invited to the Amazing Lash Studio - Chino, I was a little nervous.

I have seen women with beautiful lashes, but I have also seen women who look like they're wearing spiders, you know what I mean?

So my daughter and I headed down to Chino to get our lashes done. And guess what? I kinda liked it! LOL

This is me before:

This is me after:

And this is what they look like nearly two weeks post-application:

My lashes are still going strong. Yes, I have lost several, but that's normal... because eyelashes come out anyway. I will say that false lashes seem to attract more lint. Maybe dust and lint sticks more or maybe I am just more aware than usual. 

Washing and brushing them daily was recommended, so I have been doing both daily. I have found it difficult to open my eyes when their wet, because it seems like the water pools more than with my normal lashes, but it's not terribly uncomfortable.

Would I do it again?  

Maybe... but if I were to do it again I would want a softer lash. These lashes are synthetic, so they are a little more hard than I would prefer.

Would I recommend Amazing Lash Studio, Chino? 

Absolutely! My lashes were applied by a beautiful woman named Blessing. And yes, she lived up to her name! Her energy was wonderful. She made me feel really comfortable and relaxed. She took her time and paid attention to the details. And more importantly, she made sure that the lashes looked natural.

If you are considering lash extensions I say give them a try. And I definitely recommend that you get them done by a professional. 

If you are live in Southern California, you should definitely try Amazing Lash Studio, Chino. And tell em' Stacey sent you ;-) 

Disney On Ice - Treasure Trove - COMING SOON!

This is not a paid post. I will receive free tickets to Disney On Ice.
All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

Disney On Ice is returning to the southland with Treasure Trove! 

Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt, this ice skating extravaganza will follow Mickey & Minnie and their friends on a treasure hunt through some of Disney's most popular films!

This show promises to be a good time for kids of all ages... that includes you mom & dad!!!

Get tickets

Citizens Business Bank Arena - Ontario, CA 

April 13th - 17th

  * 4/13  - 7:00pm

  * 4/14  - 7:00pm

  * 4/15  -  7:00pm

  * 4/16  - 11:00am, 3:00pm, & 7:00pm

  * 4/17  - 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Tickets available for purchase online at AXS.com, by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX, or in-person at the venue box office. 

Long Beach Arena - Long Beach CA 

April 21st - 24th

  * 4/21 - 7:00pm

  * 4/22 - 11:30am & 7:00pm

  * 4/23 - 11:00am, 3:00pm, & 7:00pm

  * 4/24 - 11:00am, 3:00pm, & 7:00pm

Tickets available for purchase online at TicketMaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, or in-person at the Long Beach Arena box office. 

Tickets range from $22, $28, $50-$55 (VIP) and $75 (Front Row). Opening night tickets available for select seating for only $15 each (VIP/Front Row seats excluded).  

Use special offer code "MOM" for discounts on the following shows: Valid Ontario Performances - Thursday, April 14 at 7PM, Saturday, April 16 at 7PM, and Sunday, April 17 at 1PM. Valid Long Beach Performances: Friday, April 22 at 11:30AM, Saturday, April 23 at 11AM, and Sunday, April 24 at 11AM

Spring Cleaning With Shark Giveaway

Welcome to the Spring Cleaning With Shark Giveaway! 

The Mommy Island and The Kids Did It invite you to experience the best clean without using chemicals thanks to Shark! Who would have dreamed that mopping could be this easy?!  Say goodbye to scrubbing your floors to get them clean grab the new SHARK 2 in 1 Blast and Scrub Steam Mop! Enter for a chance to win one below. About the  Shark® 2-in-1 Blast & Scrub Steam Pocket® Mop

• Transforms into a powerful scrubber with concentrated Blast & Scrub Technology 
• 3-setting Electronic Intelligent Steam Control® provides the right amount of steam for dusting, mopping, or scrubbing while sanitizing* your floors 
• Converts into a handheld steamer for above-floor cleaning 
• Dual-sided Steam Pocket® cleaning pads clean twice the amount of surface with just one pad 
• Easy-fill extra-large water tank for long run time 
• Lightweight and durable construction with swivel steering for enhanced maneuverability 

Check out Becky's Shark Blast and Scrub Steam Mop Review. 

Enter The Shark 2-in-1 Blast & Scrub Steam Pocket® Mop Giveaway! 

Terms & Conditions: One lucky entrant selected by the giveaway form will receive the Shark 2-in-1 Blast & Scrub Steam Pocket® Mop ! (ARV $140)  Open to readers in the US, 18 years and older. No PO boxes. Open for entry from 3/17-3/31/16 at 11:59pm EST. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to notification email to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. The Mommy Island, The Kids Did It, and participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

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Ninja Coffee Bar - Giveaway

Welcome to the Ninja Coffee Bar giveaway 

hosted by The Kids Did It and The Mommy Island!

The Ninja Coffee Bar^™ brewer changes the game, bringing rich flavor home—turning your favorite ground coffee into anything-but-basic black. Not to mention all of the refreshingly robust Over Ice drinks and frothy, flavorful Specialty beverages you can whip up at the touch of a button with our concentrated coffee.

Check out Amanda's Ninja Coffee Bar Review, so you can see how easy it is to whip up some magically delicious coffee with this simple, but fancy machine!

Terms & Conditions: One entrant will be selected to receive a Ninja Coffee Bar ($200 ARV) Open for entry in the Continental US, 18 years and older from 03/17/16 thru 03/31/2016 at 11:59pm EST. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to the notification email to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. See Gleam Form for official rules. Hosts & participating bloggers are not responsible for fulfilling prize obligations. 

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Giveaway Alert - Soul Candy Oil Diffisuer

As you know, I am a Body Love + Pleasure coach for women in my other life. And I have recently partnered with my friend Michelle Kirsch, who is an Intuitive + Intentional Living coach, for this amazing giveaway loop.

I am giving away this Oil Diffuser Trio + (1) month of free coaching: 

Click here to enter. And be sure to visit the other businesses and enter their awesome giveaways too!

$25 PayPal Cash - Magical March Hop

Welcome to the Magical March Hop

Hosted by Planet Weidknecht

and LeahSay's Views

March 7-16, 2016

I love all things magical.. and everything is magical, right? And the only thing more magical than receiving something free... is giving it away! 

I love blog hops because there is so many magical opportunities to win!!! So here's your chance...

I'm giving away a $25 in PayPal Cash!

Easy money in the bag! Enter to win below:

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Good Luck!

Now hop on over to the other participating blogs for more magical opportunities to win!

Self-Love Giveaway

Valentine's Day maybe over, but Self-Love is everyday!

Have I ever told you how much I love blogging?  I started this blog 5 years ago, because I wanted to share some of my favorite things and explore new things too! 

But last year I did not blog very much at all, because I have been leading a double life...

In my other life, I am a Body Love + Pleasure Advocate. I spend my days helping women to enjoy, explore, and hear the wisdom of their own bodies.

I work with mothers, wives, and sisters who struggle to love and accept their bodies. Women who feel uncomfortable in their own skin. Women who do not like the woman they meet in the mirror each morning. Women who often feel dissatisfied, disconnected, and disinterested in life, in their relationships,  and in themselves. 

My work is about having shame-free conversations about subjects that should be shameless. And I am committed to doing this work, because I want every woman to love herself, love her body, and love her life. 

Through this work, I am living my purpose.

In honor of the month of love, I curated a list of my favorite self-love goodies. This list is comprised of the sights, tastes, sounds, scents, and textures that light me up, slow me down, and help me to feel like my best self. 

Check out the full list here

And in an effort to mix my two lives together, just a little bit, I am giving away a Self-Love Gift Pack to one lucky reader!

The winner will have her choice of one (1) the following gift packs:

Self-Love Sensuality Gift Pack 

- (1) Tokyo Milk Lip Balm

- (1) Rose Water Spray

- (1) Personal Scalp Massager

- (1) Sex for One by Betty Dodson (paperback)
- (1) Free Pleasure Permission Slip Coaching Session 

Self-Love Tea Time Gift Pack

- (1) Personal Tea Pot

- (1) Zhena's Sleep Calm Me Tea
- (1) Free Pleasure Permission Slip Coaching Session 

Enter today... good luck!

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2016 Progressive Insurance Los Angeles Boat Show

It's that time of year again!

No compensation was received for this post. All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

The 2016 Progressive Insurance Los Angeles Boat Show is coming up next week! February 25-28 at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Burton W. Chace Park in Marina Del Rey. 

Four consecutive days of boats, marine accessories, educational seminars, boating lessons, and kids' zone! 

There will be hundreds of boats for sale, if you're in the market. And sailing simulator, if you've got dreams of life on the high seas. Of course, the kids will have plenty to do too, because there will be toy boat building, balloon artists, and a ton of other fun surprises!

Boat Show Information:

Dates: February 25-28, 2016

Locations:  Los Angeles Convention Center

                    1201 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles

                   Burton Chace Park - in-water location 

                   13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey

Admission: $15 for adults. Youth (15 yrs or younger) accompanied by an adult, and active military are free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at losangelesboatshow.com 

Hours:  Convention Center

             Thursday, February 25, Noon - 9pm

             Friday, February 26, Noon - 9pm

             Saturday, February 27, 10am - 9pm

             Sunday, February 28, 10am - 6pm

             Burton Chace Park

             Thursday, February 25, Noon - 5pm

             Friday, February 26, Noon - 5pm

             Saturday, February 27, 10am - 5pm

             Sunday, February 28, 10am - 5pm

For more information call (714) 633-7581 or visit losangelesboatshow.com.  

Cavalia's Odysseo Review

This is not a paid post. I received free tickets to Cavalia's Odysseo.

All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

We attended Cavalia's Odysseo on Saturday and OMG! The show is just breathtaking. The horses are beautiful. The acrobats are excellent! And the entire production is stunning!

I spent a good amount of the show on the edge of my seat, it was exciting and captivating. Not a single moment of boredom. And while I LOVED every single moment of action, what stayed with me was the live music. Yes I said LIVE!

The overall show is just spectacular. A definite MUST SEE!

There's still time to catch the show because their stay has been extended... because it's that good!  

If you live in Southern California or if you're visiting... check it out!

Tickets: General admission tickets are priced between $29.50 - $144.50 (+ applicable taxes). The Rendez-Vous package offers excellent seating and a buffet style dining experience before the show, including an open bar and desserts during intermission + a visit to the stables to meet the horses after the show. Tickets for this package range from $149.50 - $269.50 (+ applicable taxes).  Group tickets are also available. 

Purchase tickets online at www.cavalia.net

Hellmann's NEW Organic Mayonnaise & Eggless Spread

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All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

As a child I was not big on sandwiches.... but things change! Now that I'm all grown up, I can really appreciate everything that a good sandwich brings to the table. The possibilities are truly endless! 

But one thing that every good sandwich needs is a condiment! Mustard, ketchup, Hellmann's Organic Mayonnaise or Eggless Spread... (hint, hint)!

I mean, who wants to eat a dry sandwich? <-- wait, don't answer that!

Hellmann's has been doing mayonnaise right for 100 years! And now they have added Organic Mayonnaise and Eggless Spread to their legacy. 

Hellmann's Organic Mayonnaise is perfect for the sandwich lover who appreciates rich and creamy flavor, but also wants quality organic ingredients, like cage-free eggs, expeller-pressed oil, and no artificial flavors or preservatives. And this organic deliciousness comes in three varieties: Original, Roasted Garlic, and Spicy Chipotle.  

And for the sandwich connoisseur who is in search of eggless options, due to dietary limitations, well Hellmann's has something for you too! Their new Carefully Crafted Eggless Spread is egg free and it is also free of artificial colors and flavors too! As if that's not enough, it's also GMO free as well!


Here are some recipes for your sandwich loving pleasure:

Both varieties are available in 15 & 24 oz jars,

In stores now. 

For more recipe ideas visit Hellmanns.com (west of the Rocky Mountains) or Bestfoods.com (east of the Rocky Mountains). 

Cavalia - Premiering this week!

This is not a paid post. I will receive complimentary tickets to Cavalia's Odysseo. 

However, all views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

Cavalia's Odysseo is premiering under the Big White Top in Irvine, California, on February 3, 2016!

I am really excited about seeing Odysseo! Tomorrow I am going for a behind the scenes look at the show where I'll get to meet the horses and talk with some of the performers as well... I can hardly wait!

If you live in (or are visiting) Southern California... treat yourself + your family to this amazing show!

When: February 3 - 14th 

Where: Under the Big White Top (where I-405 + SR-133 meet)

Tickets: General admission tickets are priced between $29.50 - $144.50 (+ applicable taxes). The Rendez-Vous package offers excellent seating and a buffet style dining experience before the show, including an open bar and desserts during intermission + a visit to the stables to meet the horses after the show. Tickets for this package range from $149.50 - $269.50 (+ applicable taxes).  Group tickets are also available. 

Purchase tickets online at www.cavalia.net

Hugs and Kisses Giveaway Hop - $25 Amazon Gift Code

Welcome to the Hugs and Kisses Giveaway Hop

Hosted by Planet Weidknecht

and LeahSay's Views

February 2-16, 2016

I am super excited to participate in this hop, because February is LOVE month... and I love, love! 

Because love is all about freedom and I believe that we should all have the freedom to choose, I'm giving away a $25 gift code to Amazon!

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Visit all of the participating bloggers listed below and enter to win sweet prizes on each blog!

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The Finest Hours - In theaters today!

I was invited to a free screening of The Finest Hours. 

Images provided by Disney. 

All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So. 

The power of the human spirit never ceases to amaze. I attended a screening of Disney's latest film, The Finest Hours, the other night. And to say I was blown away... is a serious understatement.

About the film

On February 18, 1952, a massive storm (a nor'easter) struck New England. This storm was so powerful that it nearly destroyed the eastern seaboard, tearing two 500-foot oil tankers in half, leaving the crews in the middle of nowhere facing nearly impossible odds. 

The crew aboard the stern half of one of the tankers, the Pendleton, under the reluctant leadership of chief engineer, Raymond Sybert, the crew uses their dwindling resources to stay afloat. In the meantime, the U.S. Coast Guard in Chatham, Massachusetts, sends a small but courageous crew, in a wooden lifeboat, on a life or death mission to save the day.

Starring:

Bernie Weber ...................  Chris Pine
Raymond Sybert ...............  Casey Affleck
Miriam Webber ................. Holliday Grainger 
Richard Livesey ................  Ben Foster
Daniel Cluff ......................  Eric Bana

My Thoughts

This is one Action Thriller that stressed me OUT! In a good way. I mean I was on the edge of my seat for a good part of this outstanding movie. The fact that it was based on a true story made it even worse! The Finest Hours is very well made. And the cast is excellent. 

The entire audience was enthralled for the duration of the movie. Aside from the occasional gasp, I am not sure that I heard anyone speak a single word. It was that captivating!

If you are looking for a movie of substance, something you can really get caught up in, I highly recommend this movie. It's got action, love, and passion too! It will renew your belief in the hunan spirit and remind you that we really are in this together. 

The Finest Hours is in theaters today... 

GO OUT AND SEE IT!

Coming soon: CAVALIA ODYSSEO to Orange County, CA

This is not a paid post. I will receive complimentary tickets to Cavalia's Odysseo. 

However, all views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

The internationally acclaimed entertainment company, Cavalia, is coming to the SouthLand!

Cavalia's Odysseo will open under the Big White Top in Irvine, California, on February 3, 2016.

This spectacular show features 65 horses and 45 riders, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, and musicians. Odysseo celebrates the bond between humans and these majestic animals. 

The show also features the world's largest cinema screens and a real lake... complete with 40k gallons of recycled water! These fantastic features allows Odysseo to transport the audience to distant lands, without ever leaving the splendor of the Big White Top.





"Odysseo is a waking dream for a world where beauty, serenity, and hope are too often challenged in these difficult and troubled times. A sumptuous production that creates a unique and magical world where humans and horses live in harmony for the pleasure and delight of all."

I have heard raving reviews about Cavalia for years, so I am super excited about attending this year!

When: February 3 - 14th 

Where: Under the Big White Top (where I-405 + SR-133 meet)

Tickets: General admission tickets are priced between $29.50 - $144.50 (+ applicable taxes). The Rendez-Vous package offers excellent seating and a buffet style dining experience before the show, including an open bar and desserts during intermission + a visit to the stables to meet the horses after the show. Tickets for this package range from $149.50 - $269.50 (+ applicable taxes).  Group tickets are also available. 

Purchase tickets online at www.cavalia.net

LEGO FRIENDS: Girlz 4 Life Blu-ray And Lego Set Giveaway - Closed

**Warner Bros. Home Video provided me with some of the materials I used in this Blog Post/Giveaway. 

The opinions I share are my own.**

Friendship is one of my favorite things! Oh the adventures I have had with my friends! I have friends that I have known my entire life (a.k.a. my sisters) and friends that I met on this journey I call life. I share a special bond with each of these phenomenal woman... and I wouldn't have it any other way.

I truly believe that friendship between girls is sacred. 

That's why I am so excited about the Lego Friends: GIRLZ 4 Life movie! 

This movie is all about friendship and what it means to stand up for what's right. And as if the theme is not enough, the movie has a fantastic soundtrack!

Check this out:

Enter to win

Win: Because I think these little ladies are so awesome, I'm giving away (1) LEGO Friends: GIRLZ 4 Life on Blu-ray + Friends Pop Star Dressing Room Building Kit to one (1) lucky reader!

Mandatory Entry: After watch the video (above), tell me which part was your favorite, in the comments below. Don't forget to leave your name and email address. 

Bonus Entry: Download the "Girlz 4 Life" Activity Pack (at the bottom of the video above) and leave an additional comment telling me which activity you enjoyed doing at home with your daughter(s) the most.

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Each household is only eligible to win LEGO FRIENDS: Girlz 4 Life Blu-ray & LEGO FRIENDS: Pop Star Dressing Room Kit via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.

National Hot and Spicy Food Day with Tandoor Chef!

This is not a paid post. I was provided with coupons to purchase a free Tandoor Chef item.
All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

August 19th is National Hot and Spicy Food Day and I'm celebrating with Tandoor Chef!

I have always been a big fan of spicy food! I love the flavors, but mostly I love the tingling sensation. That's why I enjoy Indian food so much, plus there are plenty of vegetarian options. They ofer 11 certified vegetarian appetizers and entrees - it's like veggie heaven!

Tandoor Chef has lots of traditional Indian dishes to choose from like...

• Vegetable Pad Thai
• Paneer Tika Masala
• Chicken Curry
• And so much more!

My daughter tried the Vegetable Pad Thai last night and here's what she had to say:

"It's a great alternative to the usual frozen dinner. The unique flavors danced across my palette... the spice wasn't too much, but just enough to be pleasantly surprised!"

You can find Tandoor Chef in the frozen section of your local grocer. They are also available online through Amazon.

I encourage you to visit the Tandoor Chef website, it has a ton of great resources and information about Indian cuisine and culture.

Everyday Glam ~ Make-up Tutorial

Sometimes you just don't feel like yourself... and every girl needs a little something that reminds her that she is talented and beautiful.

Sometimes a change of scene will do. And being surrounded by friends, family, and people we love is great. But sometimes you need a little extra... something that gives you a little va-va-voom!  This tutorial is for the va-va-voom!

**Stay tuned for more make-up tips, tricks, and hacks***

Disney-Pixar's Inside Out - In theaters TODAY

I attended a free screening of Disney-Pixar's Inside Out.
All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.

I am an inspiration junkie. I love anything that lifts my spirits and tickles my heart. I had the pleasure of viewing Disney-Pixar's Inside Out a couple of weeks ago... and I'm still riding the inspiration high!

About the film

The control center of 11-year old Riley's mind is run by five (5) emotions.  The leader of the pack is Joy, the optimist of the bunch, her job is to make sure that Riley is happy, and she takes her job very seriously. Fear is in charge of safety, Anger stays on top of fairness, and Disgust does whatever she needs to do to make sure that Riley is not poisoned.  Sadness feels like the odd man out, because she really has no idea what her role is... and the others do not really know either. 

Starring:

Joy .................................... Amy Poehler

Sadness .......................... Phyllis Smith

Fear ................................. Bill Hader

Anger .............................. Lewis Black 

Disgust ........................... Mindy Kaling 

Riley ..............................  Kaitlyn Dias

Mom ............................... Diane Lane

Dad ................................. Kyle Maclachlan

 

My thoughts

As a grown-up, I know how difficult it is to maneuver the world of my own emotions on a daily basis... and it was even worse when I was 11 years old! Inside Out offers a refreshing and clear perspective of how emotions work. 

I think what I liked best about the film was the way encourage the audience to recognize that all emotions are important, none more than the other. And that emotions are fluid, we can flow in and out of them at any given moment. 

What more can I say... this is a smart movie that the entire family will love. The characters are lovable. Their adventures will tickle your funny bone and pull at your heart strings. You will not just relate to one part of the movie, you'll relate to the every single moment. Definitely a must see film!

Inside Out is in theaters now!