Silicone Heat Resistant Cooking Glove by SafeTGloves Review & Giveaway!

Have you ever been burned by trying to take out stoneware out of the oven, or other bake-ware and using your cotton oven mitts, you notice the warmth come through or sometimes even burn you? When I had the opportunity to check out the Silicone Heat Resistant Cooking Glove by SafeT Gloves, I jumped on it. These gloves are awesome, they can be used for Grilling, Baking, and Cooking, I figured I would check it out, and see if what they were saying were true.

These gloves are simply amazing, they are perfect for use as regular cooking gloves, baking, smoking meats, used when grilling on the Barbecue. I love how they protect my hands, and offer far more protection then my regular cotton oven mitts. I love that that it has excellent quality and they appear to be very  durable. The gloves are heat resistant up to 425 Degrees Fahrenheit, and are 100% Waterproof, I love how they are heat resistant and covers my wrists to help prevent my wrists from getting burned, I can't tell you the number of times that my cotton gloves have burned me! Plus there is a no slip grip design which allows the safe movement of very hot items, which is very important in preventing burns as well, especially when their are little ones in our house!

Plus the makers of this awesome Silicone Heath Resistant Cooking Gloves has offered my readers an opportunity to win one of their awesome set of gloves though a giveaway. So good luck everyone, and remember one, winner will be randomly chosen through the RaffleCopter. Entries will be accepted from midnight to midnight 3/28/15 to 4/3/15. You MUST be a Facebook friend of mine so that I may notify the winner once they win. Winner will have 24 hours to contact me with their mailing information once they have been notified. Please remember, Heather's Blog Opinions & Ideas is not responsible for shipping items to winner. Open to US only -- sorry. So good luck!

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If you would like to check out these gloves, check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/b00rrcnwdq?ie=utf8&qid=1415679356&tag=campsite

We received these gloves to review, and for my honest and unbiased opinion. I am very satisfied with these gloves and would recommend them to anyone!

Ultrasonic Pest Repeller (Target Mice and Insects)

When ever it rains or it warms up outside, I have these tiny little black ant's that think they can roam my house and take over . Unfortunately,  I disagree with there decision, and have tried on several different occasions to rid these pest from my home. Fortunately, the only thing that I have found that does work, it spending a fortune on a home pest control till now. My uncle had purchased one of these, and he advised me that it had worked on his mice and roach problem with wonderful success. So I found a similar one, and I was going to see if it worked on these pesky black ant's!

So, I found this particular unit as a blogger, and asked to check it out, and give my honest and unbiased opinion, and see if it truly does work when it comes to ridding pest from a residence. I have had this device plugged in going on 29 days, almost a full month, and I can honestly say, I do believe that their is something that works with this method. At first, I noticed that they decreased in their multitudes, and I could tell a huge difference in the amount. There are still some, but they are very few in between that I could tell. There was no foul odor which is good, and basically you plug it in and its on, that simple. I have two dog's which don't pay any mind to it and I even went one more month on my pest contract, to see if this next month makes a huge difference.

All I can truly say, is I do feel and believe that this device is working for me. I would definitely recommend this product. If you would like to check out this product, or see what others have been saying about it, check out the following link: http://amztk.com/pest-repeller

"I received this product free to review and all opinions are my own."

Sacko Insulated Cooler Bag

This insulated lunch cooler is pretty cool to say the least. It is slightly larger then a lunch bag, and is insulated. It works great for my fiance to take his lunch with him, and have a few extra drinks with him. Originally I thought that it was going to be bigger, but I do believe that it will be perfect for my fiance to take his lunch in. I can finally say good bye to that bulky cooler that he carrys.  I can definitely see myself enjoying a relaxing day at the lake or pool in the Sun with my new Sacko Insulated Cooler Bag. It has a main zippered compartment, a side mesh pocket as well as an adjustable shoulder strap. It can easily hold 12 of my favorite can beverages, enough for my whole family. The bag measures 8.5"W x 10"H

If you would like to check out this product, check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/b00u0puiyi

I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.

Weight Gurus Smartphone Tracking Digital Body Fat Digital Bathroom Scale

The Weight Gurus Smartphone Tracking Digital Body Fat Digital Bathroom Scale is wonderful as it has a 4.4" diagonal x-large back lit display which is ideal for individuals that have visual impairment like myself who have trouble with the smaller things in life :). It as well, which I love has the smart step on technology, which has a health metrics analysis which measures body fat, muscle mass, water weight and bone mass. It has and auto - tap to start with instant readings and measures your readings with 4 high precision sensors, and has a very consistent measurements. It has an extra thick and sturdy tempered safety glass top with a low profile design. Plus as a plus size person, this scale goes up to 400 pounds, where normal scales go up to 300-350 pounds. It runs on 4 AAA batteries which are included.

I love that you can track your progress with the free Weight Gurus App which can be utilized on both the iOS and Android systems. It tracks your progress, monitors any trends that could be noted, and backs all of your information up. It as well was super easy to set up, because all you had to do was scan the scale display with your smartphone's camera to sync. Plus, you don't even have to have a smart phone to use this product.  I love that it is very stylish, and makes a great addition to any bathroom.

So if you would like to check out what others have said about the awesome Weight Gurus Smartphone Tracking Digital Body Fat  Digital Bathroom Scale or would like to purchase it for yourself, you can check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/gurus-digital-backlit-smartphone-tracking/dp/b00gbfemu2/keywords=bathroom+scale

I received this item at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.

TravelWise 3 Piece Weekender Packing Cube Set

With Spring Break 2015 upon us, most college kids, and family's will be going out of town to celebrate a much needed stress-free vacation. Prior to our vacation, I had the opportunity to check out the TravelWise 3 Piece Weekender Packing Cube Set. Let me tell you, this set gives you so much bang for your buck. One of the things that I always search for when I go on vacation, is where I put my socks, personal hygiene products, where did I put my dirty clothes, and how do I keep all of my stuff organized while traveling with a family of four. As you can tell, I am a mom. Constantly worrying about the little things, I always worry about having enough room, and always sweating the small stuff, however thankfully with this 3 piece set, I am set! I will have a worry free vacation this time. I have more then enough room when it comes to organization, as well as I had a place for everything. Like I said, this 3 piece set gives you more bang for your buck, they come in several colors and even a five piece set. When your done, just pack everything into the small one, and have room for storing the others!

If you would like to check out what others are saying, or purchase this for yourself or a loved one, check out the following link:  http://www.amazon.com/TravelWise-Packing-Cubes-Piece-Black/dp/B00DDTO3N0/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion!

Swift-n-Snug Running Belt LED Review & Giveaway!

The Swift-n-Snug Running / Activity Belt with LED light is pretty cool. My kids love to run and although I am not a runner, I love that the value of exercise is instilled in their hearts. I had the opportunity to check out the Swift-n-Snug Running Activity Belt. This belt is one of a kind. It has two strips of an LED orange lights that can be used and turned on in 3 different ways. They blink and then they stay on. I love that although my son and daughter do not go running at night, in the evening when it starts to get dark, I like that these lights are clearly visible at night. Plus, you can where this belt one of two ways, either facing oncoming traffic or against the traffic. The LED light switch is very easily accessible as well. The belt has well is capable of holding several items. For testing purposes, we were able to hold my keys, change pouch, and my iPhone 4s. This belt is definitely light weight and has an elastic belt to hold it in place. The one thing that I did notice, which did not seem to be a problem, was that it was geared for a smaller person's waist. My daughter is 5'2" and weighs 120 pounds with a 29" waist. It fits her comfortably. My son is 5'7" and 200 pounds, and it fits him very snug where as his waist is a 36".

Plus the makers of this awesome product the Swift-n-Snug has offered my readers an opportunity to win one of their awesome running belts though a giveaway. So good luck everyone, and remember one, winner will be randomly chosen through the RaffleCopter. Entries will be accepted from midnight to midnight 3/28/15 to 4/3/15. You MUST be a Facebook friend of mine so that I may notify the winner once they win. Winner will have 24 hours to contact me with their mailing information once they have been notified. Please remember, Heather's Blog Opinions & Ideas is not responsible for shipping items to winner. Open to US only -- sorry. So good luck!

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If you would like to check out this product, or see what others are saying, check out the following link plus if you use this link you will also save 20% off which is equivalent to $5.00 off: https://swiftnsnug.leadpages.net/tomoson-heathergarcias/

I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.

Babiesbygran Reborn Dolls

Babiesbygran Reborn Baby Dolls are a one of a kind. They are very unique and so life like it is unreal. I had the opportunity and pleasure to sit down and visit with the owner, Mrs. Gilmore. Mrs. Gilmore has been making these gorgeous, precious sweet baby dolls since 2005 when she wanted to make a few for her grand-daughters. What started out as a hobby turned into a business in which you can definitely tell the love and passion that she puts into it.

To create these precious baby dolls and bring them to life takes approximately 3-4 weeks for just one doll. They are realistic and life like which anyone can tell the love that goes into them. She has sold them through E-bay, Etsy, and now through her Facebook page which is dedicated to Babiesbygran. Most dolls come from a factory line and are made of cheap plastic. Babiesbygran are made with the highest quality material. I can assure you, if you purchase one for you or a loved one, you will not be disappointed!
You can check her out on Facebook, and see some of her incredible work at : https://www.facebook.com/pages/Babiesbygran/501992259878903

Her dolls are worth their weight, and I know that my daughter, her granddaughters, and former customers have loved them for many years, and many years to come. They are something truly special.

Arvazallia Ultra Curl Defining Cream with Argan Oil

The Arvazallia Ultra Curl Defining Cream with Argan Oil is awesome. I absolutely love this cream. I was afraid that since I was using the entire product line, that it would weigh down my hair but it didn't. I have short wavy frizzy hair that is fine. To be honest most days, it will either go up in a bun or in a pony tail, because frankly I just don't have the time, or want to deal with it. First off, I decided I was going to make a change. I was going to leave my goddess frizz down, and see what I can do with it for a few days, and dare not to put it up. Since I have been using the Arvazallia product line, my hair not only has been behaving, but it has been down around my shoulders and not up in a pony tail. So now getting onto the product. I love the smell, it is absolutely delicious, I apply it to my wet hair, them scrunch it through several times. 1 pump works great for me. I even on an occasion have used a diffuser in it, to make it curlier. I am very pleased with the results, and if you haven't tried this product, you are definitely missing out!

If you would like to check out this product or see what others are saying, check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KSPUN04/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1427424656&sr=1&keywords=Ultra+Cream

As an active blogger I received this product for little or no cost. All opinions are 100 percent my own

Arvazallia Repair Moisturizing shampoo, conditioner & mask!

 Since my facial cancer, I have had shoulder length frizzy hair so keeping my hair healthy and chemical free is a top priority in my book, and most of my friends and family can tell you when it comes to hair care, well, I just need to leave that to the professionals. I took a chance on a new product that came out from the Arvazallia company with their new Repair Moistruizing Shampoo and Conditioner.  Heating my hair every so often can not only damage my hair, but leaves it dry and brittle. Plus shampoo's and conditioners these days have several chemicals in it which ruins and drys out your hair.

So really what is so great about the Arvazallia Repair Moisturizing shampoo & conditioner:

First and foremost it is sulfate free. Sulfates are what makes the shampoo turn into a thick lather in the shower and is used in other household chemical cleaning products. This in turn causes the frizziness (and they said I never paid attention) since I have wavy hair, this causes the frizz and then pulls the color out making it fade.

Secondly it is Paraben free. Parabens have been linked to linked to breast cancer and reproductive issues. ( As a women, who needs that!)

It includes Argan and Macadamia oil which is wonderful! Argan oil is like a miracle treatment for your hair! Nor only does it improves the texture of your hair follicle, but with the addition of the macadamia oil it helps to prevent against hair breakage by improving the hair strength and elasticity.

This is wonderful for all hair types and has a fresh floral scent. Plus it not only helps hydrate, it as well helps repair damaged hair, and lord knows I have this issue!*got a fresh floral scent to it
*is for all hair types
*helps to repair the heat damage and fully hydrate your hair

My hair feels extremely soft after using both the shampoo with the conditioner. My hair feels very hydrated and you can definitely tell a difference.  If you haven’t tried Arvazallia Repair Moisturizing shampoo yet along with Daily Hair Conditioner then you are missing out! I would highly recommend these awesome products!

Check out the following link to see what others are saying or to purchase this for yourself:
The Shampoo http://www.arvazallia.com/advanced-hair-repair-shampoo-tms or The Conditioner  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R442BRK/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

All I can say is AMAZING:  After using this mask, I can tell you that my hair is 100% noticeably healthier. My hair has been color treated for years, thin and always prone to dryness since the cancer! This is by far better then all of the other several masks that I have paid for in a salon! Check it out at the following link:
http://www.amazon.com/Hydrating-Argan-Conditioner-Arvazallia-Damaged/dp/B00I32AN2C/ref=pd_sim_bt_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1C1SBKEJ4NF04A0P2XVZ

I received this product free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review!

Areta Branded 10 Parameter Urinalysis Test Strips

The Areta Branded 10 Parameter Urinalysis Test Strips are pretty cool and will give anyone a heads up on screening themselves for a number of the following areas diabetes, liver diseases, hemolytic diseases, urogenital, kidney disorders, urinary tract infections, carbohydrate metabolism (e.g. diabetes mellitus), liver function, acid-base balance and urine concentration. They come in a bottle of 100 strips and can tell you several different things such as if your urine has several things in it such as: Leukocytes, Nitrite, Urobilinogen, Protein, pH, Blood, Specific Gravity, Ketone, Bilirubin, and Glucose. Super easy to use, all you have to do is take a urine specimen, dip your strip into the urine for about 1-2 seconds, then hold the strip close to the color blocks on the bottle and match the color. Results can take up to two minutes with the color changing very quickly almost immediately.

I can not tell you how much money I have saved by using these strips when it comes to lab work being done. I took the bottle to my doctor, so he could see if it was appropriate to use, which he advised it was. He clearly reminded me that once I opened the bottle it had a shelf life of about 90 days. They come in a 50 strip 100, 150, and higher, but I received the 50 strip bottle. But the savings alone was with it. I just called my readings into him. I would recommend this to anyone that has issues with the above diagnosis. You can check out what others are saying as well or purchase this product at the following link: http://www.amazon.com/areta-parameter-urinalysis-reagent-quantity/dp/b00d5uzmdc/ref=sr_1_1?ie=utf8&qid=1424299431&sr=8-1&keywords=areta+urinalysis

I recieved this product at a discounted rate, in-exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion

Tough Headbands!

My daughter and I have a drawer full of headbands, but honestly not as cool as this hot pink one! In fact, my daughter was super excited, and when I received it in, she snatched it out of my hands and took off! My daughter is ten, and she is a little fashion diva to begin with! My daughter & I both loves this hot pink headband, and wearing these headbands for all sorts of things. More so, with her and her athletic game, she loves wearing it to not only keep her hair out of her eyes, but she an use it as an ear warmer, a dust guard, around her neck for sun protection, and so forth. Honestly, there are several things that this can be used for, and she does not leave the house with out it. I would definitely recommend these to anyone, since she has been wearing hers at school, most of the girls her age have made several comments that they want one because they are supper cool. I as well love the vast colors and the different variety.

Although it is a bit pricey for a piece of fabric, I am willing to pay for it, because my young one definitely enjoys it, and it is worth it for the money, she has kept up with these headbands far better then she has her other ones, which makes me one happy momma! If you would like to check this product out, check out the following link:  http://www.amazon.com/12--Headband-Solids-Constructed-Satisfaction/dp/B00Q2L776G/ref=sr_1_1_m?m=A348773ROELATP&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1427063306&sr=1-1

I received one of these awesome headbands for review at a discounted rate. Regardless, this is my honest and unbiased opinion. This company does get 5 stars when it comes to quality and customer service, and I would highly recommend them!

15 inch Packing Organizer

The 15 inch packing folder can hold up to 7 shirts or pants. The best thing about this packing folder is it minimizes wrinkles and helps maximize space. I recently took a trip up to our local hospital with my fiance, I used this device to see just how effective this device is, as I had a very tiny suitcase. Once we arrived and we checked in, my fiance put our clothes away. It keep all of my clothes organized as well as minimally wrinkle free, where his clothes were wrinkled. I love that this has become my new best friend when it comes to traveling!

You can check out this product, or see what others have said, by checking out the following link: http://dotdottravel.com/15folder

I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion!

Wireless Meat Thermometer

When I received this meat thermometer my fiance and myself could not wait to use it. We love to cook out, or make large cuts of meat, and I am always worried that the meat gets thoroughly cooked.  This type of gadget is hands down one of the coolest thermometer that I have ever dealt with. When I first received this product, I thought that this may have been used just for barbecues only. I was a bit upset that there were no instructions with this device, however, it was super easy on how to figure it out. The numbers are easy to read being that I do have some visual issues, I did not have a problem. and I like that I could switch to the different types of meat that I cook. I thoroughly enjoyed this product in fact, I find it wonderful to use, and that it is a wireless device, it definitely deserves 5 stars if not higher!

If you would like to check out this product, check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LSON02C/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_5

I recieved this product at a reduced rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion!

Big Size Insulated Lunch Box

Okay, So when I ordered this Big Size Insulated Lunch Box, I was expecting a slightly larger version of my fiance's lunch box. However, what I got was not what I expected! This was a lot larger, it measured 13" W x 13" H x 8" D, so you can see how large this lunch box / cooler really is. This is an extremely versatile custom lunch box / cooler which would definitely be ideal for a larger lunch or even a picnic, or just a day outing with your family! I love that this cooler / lunchbox features an insulated lining, it has a front pocket, velcro closure then a large main compartment in addition to two side mesh netting pockets! I as well love that there is a top velcro flap which is very convenient to access the small items without having to open the entire cooler.

If you would like to check out this product and see what others are saying, check out the following link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/b00styqkte

I received this product for testing purposes. Regardless this is my honest and unbiased opinion!

1.25 Travel Bottles by Dot Dot!

So I had the opportunity to check out these awesome little 1.25 ounce travel bottles. These travel bottles will not leak during airline travel and pass through the TSA check points as they are TSA approved and approved for carry-on use. These bottles are wonderful for the busy traveler. These bottles as well are FDA approved which is cool, because you can store baby food or liquid in them.

Plus with the colors on the bottles, they can be easily identified, and your never left guessing which is which. Refilling these bottles are super easy all you do is remove the lid, and the one thing that I love about these is unlike the hard plastic ones, the soft and sturdy silicone makes it easy to squeeze out all of the contents. You can't go wrong with these little 1.25 ounce travel bottles, they definitely deserve 5 stars!!! and I would highly recommend them!

If you would like to check out this product, or see what others are saying, check out the following link:  http://dotdottravel.com/1oz

I received this product for testing purposes. This is my true, honest, and unbiased opinion!

MeasuPro Digital Blood Pressure Monitor

I had the opportunity to check out the MeasuPro Digital Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor helps and keeps people focused on their own health by providing them with the tools that they need. It provides an accurate measurement of both your blood pressure and pulse rate. The measurements that are taken when the automatic button is pushed, the cuff can then measure and inflate, and then release once the measurement was taken.This MeasuPro Digital Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor has a bright LCD display with an A & B separate touch buttons for each individual user. It as well has features of having a being a unique desktop design so that you can easily store this device in your home or office. It as well records up to 120 blood pressure readings, 60 readings per user, with date and time memory recall. One of the things that I thought was very cool was that it calculates and averages your blood pressure based on the last 3 readings as well as it detects irregular heartbeats and any arrhythmias if they are noted. The upper arm cuff fits an arm circumference of 23-32 cm which is a medium to large sized arm cuff. It comes with 4 AA batteries. and user manual.

If you would like to check out this product, or purchase this product, check out the following link:   http://www.amazon.com/MeasuPro-BPM-20A-Digital-Pressure-Indicator/dp/B00TGC4MNY/

I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.