SARAH'S BLOG OF FUN: February 2016

Friday, February 26, 2016

Friday Giveaway Link Up 2/26/16

Have a good weekend everyone!!



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Hampton Creek Just Mayo Review

** All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given products for review purposes.**



We started Hampton Creek because we deeply believe that eating well should be easy. We believe that the right thing, for our bodies and for the world, should be affordable. And it should be insanely delicious. That's the only way that change will happen: we have to 10x the food system for everyone, everywhere.

And that's exactly what we did with Just Mayo™, our first product. It's outrageously delicious, and you can feel great about eating it. It's available nationwide at Safeway, Target, Whole Foods, Dollar Tree, and many more.

Just Cookies™ is now available at schools, universities, hospitals, and corporate offices nationwide. Look for the four kinds in the dining hall, students: chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, and sugar!

Just Cookie Dough™ is an incredibly delicious cookie dough that you can bake up or eat raw. Yum. It's launching in the Southern Pacific region in September 2014!

Find a store near you at www.hamptoncreek.com/just-find-it. Enjoy!

I have a niece who has a lot of allergies.  I am always on the hunt for new foods that are safe for her.  She deserves to have a well balanced diet that is also delicious.  

Some of the things she is allergic to are eggs and dairy products.  This is where Hampton Creek comes in.  They have invented a product called Just Mayo.  This is a mayonnaise that is specifically made for people with allergies!!!  




Just Mayo is-

*Cholesterol Free
*Non-GMO
*Soy-Free
*Egg-Free
*Gluten-Free
*Dairy-Free
*Lactose-Free
*Kosher

We are big mayonnaise eaters in this house.  Our mayo of choice has always been one that begins with an H.  We have tried other mayo's before and they just don't taste the same.

We love chicken salad sandwiches, tuna sandwiches, any and all pasta salads with mayo etc.  For us the true taste test involved making chicken salad with the Just Mayo.   We could not tell the difference between the Just Mayo and our traditional H mayo!!!  It tasted exactly the same!!!

We used the traditional Just Mayo for our chicken salad, and then we used the garlic Just Mayo for one of our pasta and bacon salads.  Again it tasted just as good as traditional mayo.  We are in love!!

Just Mayo comes in 4 different flavors- Traditional, Garlic, Sriracha, and Chipotle.

You can find Just Mayo nationwide in Dollar Tree Stores, Whole Foods, ShopRite, Kroger, Price Chopper, select Costco warehouses, over 600 natural channel stores, Target and Walmart stores!!

Hampton Creek has also come out with a cookie dough that you can eat raw because it contains no eggs!!!  How cool is that!!  I can not wait to try it.  



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

2016 World Almanac Review And ~~Giveaway~~ 4 Winners!!

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given product for review purposes.**



I am always trying to find new and fun things to include in my kids Easter baskets that are not just candy.

Ben Jr in particular loves to read fact books, and learn interesting trivia.  

In the 2016 World Almanac, you get a ton of fun facts like how much gold was owned in the U.S. last year, to things like Vermont has less people then Rhode Island!!

The World Almanac® and Book of Facts 2016
~ The Newest Edition of the Best-Selling Reference Book Features Most Memorable Super Bowls, 2016Election Guide, and More ~

New York, NY (December 1, 2015)What were the most memorable milestones of 2015? Which moments caused the biggest uproar for fans at the Women’s World Cup? How did U.S. immigration policy evolve to where it stands today? While 2015 may be coming to a close, the events will endure in The World Almanac® and Book of Facts 2016available in print on December 1 and as an eBook for all platforms on December 9. This latest edition of America’s best-selling reference book contains thousands of facts that are unavailable publicly elsewhere, and will quickly become your go-to source for the upcoming year.

New features include “U.S. Immigration: A Statistical Feature,” covering the historical background, statistics, and legal issues surrounding immigration; World Almanac® Editors’ Picks: Most Memorable Super Bowls,” in which the editors revisit the most unforgettable “big games;” as well as brand-new employment statistics and a 2016 election guide. Making their return are the popular sections “Year in Sports,” “Top 10 News Topics,” “The World at a Glance,” and “Time Capsule.”

“The World Almanac® and Book of Facts has remained a constant, authoritative source for well over a century,” said Sarah Janssen, senior editor of The World Almanac®. “Although our world is constantly evolving and breaking news is always a click away, there are some events you want to keep in a tangible record. With The World Almanac® and Book of Facts 2016the events, places, and people of 2015 will be documented for all generations to come.”

Highlights from The World Almanac® and Book of Facts 2016 include:


  • World Almanac® Editors’ Picks: Most Memorable Super Bowls: On the eve of Super Bowl 50, the editors of The WorldAlmanac® choose the most memorable “big games.” 

  • U.S. Immigration: A Statistical Feature: The World Almanac® covers the historical background, statistics, and legal issues surrounding immigration, giving factual context to one of the hot-button topics of the upcoming election cycle.

  • 2016 Election Guide: With a historic number of contenders for the presidential nominations, The World Almanac® provides information that every primary- and general-election voter will need to make an informed decisionincluding information on state primaries, campaign fundraising, and the issues voters care about most in 2016.

  • New Employment Statistics: Five years after the peak of the great recession, The World Almanac® takes a look at current and historic data on employment and unemployment, industries generating job growth, and the training and educational paths that lead to careers.

  • The Year in Review: The World Almanac® takes a look back at 2015 while providing all the information you’ll need in 2016.

  • 2015—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac® list the top stories that held their attention in 2015.

  • 2015—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the first College Football Playoff, the 2015 Women’s World Cup, the 2015 World Series, and much more.

  • 2015—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2015, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports.

  • 2015—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac® editors highlight some of the strangest news stories of the year.

  • 2015—Time Capsule: The World Almanac® lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2015, from news and sports to pop culture.

  • The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac® provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world.


The World Almanac® and Book of Facts 2016 is available for purchase at www.worldalmanac.com and wherever books are sold. For the eBook version, please check your online retailer.

About The World Almanac®
The World Almanac®'s history as a publisher of award-winning reference titles dates back more than 140 years. The imprint includes the iconic title The World Almanac® and Book of Facts, the best-selling American reference book of all time.

The World Almanac® brand is part of Infobase Holdings (www.infobaseholdings.com), an educational media company that owns such well-known brands as Facts On File, Films Media Group, Chelsea House, Bloom's, and Ferguson’s. Infobase is a portfolio company investment of Veronis Suhler Stevenson (www.vss.com), a private equity firm that invests in the media, information, and education industries.

Do you have someone who loves to learn fun facts??  Do you enjoy teaching people things they probably never would have known??  Then this is the book for you!!

You can purchase the book at worldalmanac.com and at many local book stores!!

Would you like to win a copy??  4 lucky winners will each get a copy!!  
Enter below using the rafflecopter, and good luck!!

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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Monkey Up DVD A Great Easter Basket Gift!!


The Hilarious Action-Packed First Starring Role For ‘Crystal’
Hollywood’s Most Famous Monkey

Awarded ‘Family Friendly’ Certification by The Dove Foundation




HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (February 2, 2016) –Air Bud Entertainment, the creators of the beloved ‘Air Bud’ and ‘Buddies’ films is proud debut an all-new family movie, MONKEY UP, on Digital HD January 19, 2016 and DVD February 2, 2016.   A hilarious and heartwarming movie for the whole family, MONKEY UP stars ‘Crystal’ the adorable and multi-talented Capuchin monkey that audiences have fallen in love with in dozens of films including those in the The Hangover and Night at the Museum franchises.  The exciting new adventure introduces Crystal’s character ‘Monty’ -- the star of Monkey Up energy drink commercials…who dreams of breaking out of advertising to become an A list player on the Hollywood scene.
Marking the first time Crystal the monkey has landed a starring role, the film has been rated ‘Family Friendly’ by The Dove Foundation.  This recognition is awarded to movies, DVDs, made for TV movies and specials, books and other entertainment products that portray and encourage positive values.

The creative force behind the #1 live-action, direct-to-video movies in the family category for decades, MONKEY UPis produced by Air Bud Entertainment, the production team that has entertained generations with their hugely popular Air Bud and Air Buddies movies.   MONKEY UP will be released through Air Bud Entertainment’s partnership with Alchemy, the leading independent film and television distributor.

Joining MONKEY UP primate star Crystal, are John Ratzenberger (TV’s Cheers, all Pixar films), David Milchard (YouTube sensation Convos with my 2-Year Old), Danny Woodburn (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2), Erin Allin O’Reilly (Dumb and Dumber to), Jonathan Mangum (House at the end of the Drive) and Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect 2) who lends his voice to Crystal the monkey in her role as ‘Monty.’   MONKEY UP is directed by Robert Vince.  It is written by Robert Vince, Anna McRoberts, Kirsten Hansen and Mary Pocrnic.  Produced by Anna McRoberts.

Exciting promotional partners supporting the MONKEY UP release include Riviana Foods' Success® Rice, Diana’s Bananas Inc., Flatout Flatbread, and Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Stores.

Synopsis 
Meet Monty -- a precocious actor, spokesperson and… a talking Capuchin Monkey!  He’s the face of the energy drink, ‘Monkey Up,’ but he dreams of becoming the first award-winning monkey movie star.  When the greedy owner ofMonkey Up has other plans for Monty, the chase is on! He escapes with the help of his new family, the Andrews, and his hilarious primate siblings, Mort, Mooner, and Melody in an uproarious chase that proves Monty really is the ‘fast and the furriest’. Together they help Monty discover that fame and fortune come and go, but family is forever!
MONKEY UP is rated ‘PG’ by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).
Social Media
Stay connected with the latest news and information on MONKEY UP and ‘Air Bud Entertainment’ athttp://www.airbud.com
·       “Like” us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AirBudOfficial
·       Follow the fun on Twitter at https://twitter.com/montymonkeyup
·       View exciting trailers, video clips and more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_cyiGdaNtw

About Air Bud Entertainment
Air Bud Entertainment (ABE) is the company behind the beloved AIR BUD and BUDDIES franchise. For nearly 20 years, the AIR BUD and BUDDIES films have become an established and trusted family brand. ABE created the four-paw icon of this generation, which has become part of our social fabric across generations of children, parents and grandparents.  ABE's exciting new movies will be available across numerous multi-media and digital platforms. Fans can also watch exclusive programming on the recently launched Air Bud TV including original, all new short form content and TV series, in addition to sneak peaks of their adorable family-friendly films. Please visit  and subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHAL_UurzMKDyrpddriiuXA

About Alchemy
Alchemy is the largest independent distributor of film and television content across all platforms and windows in North America, specializing in the highest quality content. Alchemy develops tailored distribution strategies for the top family entertainment companies and brands, from theatrical release to DVD, digital, VOD, and television. The company has distributed works ranging from some the most well know known franchises to those of the finest independent filmmakers in the business. The company is the industry’s largest physical distributor outside of the major studios and Lionsgate, representing the majority of non-studio content at Walmart, Target, Best Buy and Sam’s Club and is the leading independent supplier to digital platforms including iTunes and Netflix. 

This is a really cute movie.  My boys loved it, and now walk around yelling "hashtag monty the monkey!!"  


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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Friday Giveaway Link Up 2/19/16

Have a great weekend everyone!!


  Sarah's Blog Of Fun
This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Friday Giveaway Link Up 2/12/16

Have a great weekend everyone and Happy Valentines Day!!!



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Friday, February 5, 2016

Friday Giveaway Link Up 2/5/16

Have a great weekend everyone!!


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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Tips For Choosing the Right Bath Towel

Towels are an everyday item so making sure you choose the right style for you is important. First you need to decide what you will use your towels for; are they hand towels to keep by the sink, for bathroom use, for taking to the beach to relax on or are they for your baby’s gentler skin.



Images taken from Pixabay used under the Creative Commons license. 


The technology used in making bath towels

There are several processes used to create your towel! Firstly, the cotton buds are picked before the Carding process which removes unwanted mess from the cotton. Combs are then used to differentiate between long and short fibers, before the fibers are spun into a yarn. Two strands of yarn are then joined together to create a stronger base. After this the yarn is dyed its desirable color before looms are used to weave the towels.

Types of towel fabric

Towel quality is based on GSM otherwise known as grams per square meter. The lower the GSM the thinner it will be. Low GSM towels work great for beach and gym towels, while you may want to opt for a higher GSM for those lovely thick bath towels. If you’re conscious of your effect on the environment you could opt for an organic towel made from bamboo; you won’t have to sacrifice on quality either!

High-quality towel fabrics

Depending on your budget and your desired use, you may want to splash out on a high quality bath towel. As you will most likely be using this towel everyday it could be worth investing a bit more money. Egyptian cotton towels are seen as the best of the best as they are more fibrous and are therefore better at soaking up water. They are typically used at hotels and spas so if you’re looking for that type of quality definitely go for Egyptian or pima-cotton. Both types are much softer than traditional cotton, and you will definitely notice an improvement in comfort levels. This type of cotton is particularly good for those with sensitive skin or a skin condition.



Images taken from Pixabay used under the Creative Commons license. 

How to look after your towels

There is no worse start to the day than hopping out of the shower in the morning and using a dry and itchy towel. When you first buy a towel it often comes with a thin coating of conditioner to make it nice and soft. The first thing you should do is wash your towel with a cup of vinegar. Dry your towels on a low heat or hang out to air dry to ensure you don’t damage the cotton fibers.

Hopefully the post has been educational and will help you with your quest to find the perfect towel. As with clothes, towels are an item which individuals are particular about, so your best bet is to head to a store and try a few out. Once you’ve found your fit you can buy a whole set and then as long as you care for your towel it will last a long time!



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England.

Monkey Up On DVD Today!!

The Hilarious Action-Packed First Starring Role For ‘Crystal’
Hollywood’s Most Famous Monkey
Awarded ‘Family Friendly’ Certification by The Dove Foundation





HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (February 2, 2016) –Air Bud Entertainment, the creators of the beloved ‘Air Bud’ and ‘Buddies’ films is proud debut an all-new family movie, MONKEY UP, on Digital HD January 19, 2016 and DVD February 2, 2016.   A hilarious and heartwarming movie for the whole family, MONKEY UP stars ‘Crystal’ the adorable and multi-talented Capuchin monkey that audiences have fallen in love with in dozens of films including those in the The Hangover and Night at the Museum franchises.  The exciting new adventure introduces Crystal’s character ‘Monty’ -- the star of Monkey Up energy drink commercials…who dreams of breaking out of advertising to become an A list player on the Hollywood scene.
Marking the first time Crystal the monkey has landed a starring role, the film has been rated ‘Family Friendly’ by The Dove Foundation.  This recognition is awarded to movies, DVDs, made for TV movies and specials, books and other entertainment products that portray and encourage positive values.
The creative force behind the #1 live-action, direct-to-video movies in the family category for decades, MONKEY UPis produced by Air Bud Entertainment, the production team that has entertained generations with their hugely popular Air Bud and Air Buddies movies.   MONKEY UP will be released through Air Bud Entertainment’s partnership with Alchemy, the leading independent film and television distributor.
Joining MONKEY UP primate star Crystal, are John Ratzenberger (TV’s Cheers, all Pixar films), David Milchard (YouTube sensation Convos with my 2-Year Old), Danny Woodburn (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2), Erin Allin O’Reilly (Dumb and Dumber to), Jonathan Mangum (House at the end of the Drive) and Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect 2) who lends his voice to Crystal the monkey in her role as ‘Monty.’   MONKEY UP is directed by Robert Vince.  It is written by Robert Vince, Anna McRoberts, Kirsten Hansen and Mary Pocrnic.  Produced by Anna McRoberts.
Exciting promotional partners supporting the MONKEY UP release include Riviana Foods' Success® Rice, Diana’s Bananas Inc., Flatout Flatbread, and Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Stores.
Synopsis 
Meet Monty -- a precocious actor, spokesperson and… a talking Capuchin Monkey!  He’s the face of the energy drink, ‘Monkey Up,’ but he dreams of becoming the first award-winning monkey movie star.  When the greedy owner of Monkey Up has other plans for Monty, the chase is on! He escapes with the help of his new family, the Andrews, and his hilarious primate siblings, Mort, Mooner, and Melody in an uproarious chase that proves Monty really is the ‘fast and the furriest’. Together they help Monty discover that fame and fortune come and go, but family is forever!
MONKEY UP is rated ‘PG’ by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).
Social Media
Stay connected with the latest news and information on MONKEY UP and ‘Air Bud Entertainment’ athttp://www.airbud.com
·       “Like” us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AirBudOfficial
·       Follow the fun on Twitter at https://twitter.com/montymonkeyup
·       View exciting trailers, video clips and more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_cyiGdaNtw
About Air Bud Entertainment
Air Bud Entertainment (ABE) is the company behind the beloved AIR BUD and BUDDIES franchise. For nearly 20 years, the AIR BUD and BUDDIES films have become an established and trusted family brand. ABE created the four-paw icon of this generation, which has become part of our social fabric across generations of children, parents and grandparents.  ABE's exciting new movies will be available across numerous multi-media and digital platforms. Fans can also watch exclusive programming on the recently launched Air Bud TV including original, all new short form content and TV series, in addition to sneak peaks of their adorable family-friendly films. Please visit  and subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHAL_UurzMKDyrpddriiuXA
About Alchemy
Alchemy is the largest independent distributor of film and television content across all platforms and windows in North America, specializing in the highest quality content. Alchemy develops tailored distribution strategies for the top family entertainment companies and brands, from theatrical release to DVD, digital, VOD, and television. The company has distributed works ranging from some the most well know known franchises to those of the finest independent filmmakers in the business. The company is the industry’s largest physical distributor outside of the major studios and Lionsgate, representing the majority of non-studio content at Walmart, Target, Best Buy and Sam’s Club and is the leading independent supplier to digital platforms including iTunes and Netflix. 



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.
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