Monday, June 20, 2011

Miracle Body Jeans!



I'm very excited to introduce my final sponsor to Blog Bash 2011--MiracleBody Jeans!  I have been wanting a pair of these amazing jeans for the longest time!  And I may have to wait a little longer, but you don't have to!  Miracle Body wants to give one of you a pair of their best-selling jeggings for Spring 2011!  (This has a $64 ARV)

Indulge in 22" of slimming chic premium denim, crafted from our unique blend of cotton spandex control fibers to gently lift your rear while smoothing and shaping your thighs for a slenderizing effect from waist to calf.  Discrete canvas control panel comfortably holds your tummy for an instant flattening effect without a painful tummy tuck, so you can breathe easy all day and all night while maintaining your amazingly slimmer figure.  Lightweight denim that's lighter than the average jean but slightly heavier than the typical legging, our premium fabric is specifically designed to conceal unsightly imperfections and give you an all-over smoothing effect.  With superior shaping and style, these cropped denim leggings are the ultimate must-have for your summer wardrobe!
Many women all over the U.S. and Canada are saying wonderful things about MiracleBody!  

These jeans are amazing. The tag line "look 10 pounds lighter in 10 seconds," is actually true. The first time I wore these, family members asked if I had lost weight! The best thing about them? They don't squeeze the waist and give you "muffin top!" And unlike other stretch jeans, these don't sag in the seat after you've worn them a while. Also, there is no embarrassing stretchy-looking waist band to give them away. They look and feel like "regular" jeans. They seemed a little pricey to me at first, but after purchasing them, I would rather have just one pair of these than a dozen pairs of any other brand.
Jobie Dickerson, Savannah, GA 

Fun Fact:  MiracleBody Jeans is a direct branch of  MiracleSuit, the #1 brand designer of women's control swimwear since 1937!  That's a lot of experience with shaping women over the years!

Some cool little extra are that you get a free tote with any order that you place with MiracleBody and there is free standard shipping with no minimum order!
To get extra/early entries for a pair of MiracleJeans classic jeggings, sponsor of Blog Bash 2011, all you need to do is do one or all of the following entries (Also make sure you go to my main Blog Bash post to do the mandatory entry):  

1 entry each:
  • Like MiracleBody on Facebook  (Come back and let me know your FB handle!)
  • Follow @MiracleBodyJean and @Xocaisgood on Twitter! (1 entry each)
  • Tweet this giveaway and include @Xocaisgood and @MiracleBodyJean in the tweet.  Leave the tweet status.  (Can be done daily)  Example:
"Lose 10 lbs. in 10 Seconds!  #Win @MiracleBodyJean Jeggings at A GAL NEEDS...  @Xocaisgood http://bit.ly/m2P8te at #blogbash11 6/25"
  • Post my A GAL NEEDS...button on your blog and let me know where you did it! 
  • Follow me on Networked Blogs!  Leave your networked blog name!
 That's it!  Don't forget to stop by my Blog Bash 2011 main post to enter there for the mandatory entry!  That will be up this Tuesday, June 21st!  In the meantime, these are extra and early entries!  Winner of this giveaway will be chosen with Random.org and will be notified by e-mail.  Please respond within 48 hours of initial notice.  Giveaway is for U.S. entrants only.  Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.  Special thanks to MiracleBody for this great prize package!  Giveaway ends at 11:59 MST on June 26th!  U.S. only.
 

Friday, June 17, 2011

Blog Bash 2011- Grateful Body ! Sponsor Spotlight and Extra/Early Giveaway Entries!


I am so excited to be able to have Grateful Body as one of my sponsors for Blog Bash 2011!  Let me tell you, I have heard so many stories about women who have sensitive skin.  Blotchiness, redness, or irritations so often crop up and because of it, some women don't even use cleansers or moisturizers, for fear of what it does to their skin!  And even those who do use conventional skin care products find themselves not quite enamored with  what is out there on the market.   If they were to try Grateful Body, they would be so happy with it because of the
100% natural and synthetic-free ingredients that are wholly organic as well!
     I have tried the cleanser and moisturizer already and absolutely love, love, love them. What I hadn't tried before was the Midnight Oil.  Ladies, this stuff is the bomb!  It contains not one, not two, not three...but 7 pure oils, as well as 9 essential oils of different herbs and fruits.  Oh, and don't forget the rosemary extract to top it off.  When I put it on, my skin immediately drank it up and then it felt so smooth!  Like velvet!  The smell is pungent and aromatic, like you stepped outside in the morning and inhaled your herb garden!  Pure luxury!  But enjoy it while you can because in a few short minutes there is no trace of  the scent.  All that is left is your own smooth,luxuriously smooth skin.  Am I pouring it on?  No, I don't think so, it's all so true!
Our exquisite blend of the most pure, transcendent plant oils and essential oils!  This incomparably nourishing body oil contributes to silky, healthy skin while providing a comforting antidote to the effects of stress and hurry.  The soothing, subtle scent is popular with both men and women, and has a relaxing, grounding effect on the mind and emotions.  A truly wonderful body oil.  
The products even come packaged responsibly!
Another amazing product is their Essential Eye Cream!
The menu of ingredients in this amazing potion is unreal.  If you want to check, look here!  I was blown away! 
         Now for the giveaway entries--Grateful Body has graciously consented to award one follower a Midnight Oil of their own ($22) AND an Essential Eye Cream ($40)!  This is a total value of  $62.  
The entries here are for extra/early entries and are in conjunction with Blog Bash 2011, June 22 - 26.  Make sure to enter your mandatory entry at my main Blog Bash post starting on Wednesday, June 22! 

  • Like Grateful Body on Facebook!  Leave your FB first name and last initial so I can check! 

  • Read my other review about Grateful Body and comment on it there.  Come back here and let me know you did!
  • Tweet this daily for an extra entry daily!  Include #blogbash11 and @Melahelen.  Please leave the tweet status link!  You can copy and paste:
Win a $62 skin-pampering duo from @GratefulBodySC and A GAL NEEDS...@Melahelen at #blogbash11!  Enter here - http://bit.ly/iMeO5C  

  • Blog about this event, with a link to this post and to Grateful Body!  Leave the post link with me!
    • Grab my button, A GAL NEEDS...and put it on your blog and leave me the link where you did!


    Thank you so much, Grateful Body, for these wonderful products and your excellent customer service and for being my sponsor at Blog Bash 2011.  I was provided products to review and the opinions expressed are mine!  Giveaway ends 11:59 MST on Saturday June 26, 2011. Winner will be notified by e-mail and should respond back no later than 48 hours after initial notice! Note: US Only!



     

    Wednesday, June 15, 2011

    How Heart Healthy Will You Be In Old Age?

    And why would you even want  to know how heart healthy you'll be 20 or 30 years from now?  Just let it be a surprise, right?  But think about it--if you know how healthy (or unhealthy) your heart will be when you hit old age based on some good science, you can make more concrete life plans and decisions now based on your future health!  I would consider where I want to be living, how much savings to have, how much insurance do I need, should I rent and let someone else take care of my yard, or will I be healthy enough to manage that on my own?  Will I need to have enough insurance to cover major heart surgery?  And what can I do now to insure that I do have better health when I am older?  
         It turns out that there is a simple test that you can take if you are middle aged (45 or older) to see where you will end up in terms of risk of death from CVS complications  if you continue your present course of lifestyle.  Just run and see how fast you make a mile!  "Recently, researchers at the Cooper Institue in Dallas and another set from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School looked at more than 66,000 people and concluded that looking at fitness level in midlife said as much about future long-term health as cholesterol, high blood pressure and other standard measures." (See article)
         Basically a woman who can run a mile in 9 minutes or less is considered highly fit and in 10.5 minutes is only moderately so.   And if a woman runs a mile in 12 minutes or more, well...that's very poor and your risk of dying from cardiovascular disease is higher!  At 45 years of age it is a 13.7% risk vs a 3.4% risk if you are fit; at 55 years of age the risk of CVS death is a 34.2% risk vs. a 15.3% risk and at age 65 the risk goes to 35.6% risk as compared to only 17.1%.   This is not including other risk factors that might raise this percentage higher i.e. smoking,etc.
         Of course, you don't just decide at age 45 to go out and run a 9 minute mile after years of inactivity in your 30's.  So the message I get from this is that we need to start doing regular cardio exercise to boost our fitness in our 30's and continue that in the years beyond. 
         I've decided to take my cardio fitness test this Friday to see how I fare.  I'm not sure I can do a 9-minute mile.  My son is practicing with the Varsity Football Team right now, preparing for try-outs.  He's a Freshman and he told me that to be considered for a linebacker position on Varsity, you need to do a mile in under 8 minutes.  (7:59 is the slowest time you can get)  What?  And I'm supposed to come in a minute behind conditioned HS players at 9 minutes?  I'm not so sure about this.... I'll update this post when I do run the mile and let you know how I did!  
    Update:  Well, I ran the mile this morning on the HS Track when I picked up the boy from football practice.  Not such good news.  I really tried, I did.  But when all was said and done, I ran the mile in 12:18.  This means that I've got a 13.7% chance of dying of cardiovascular disease and probably have some cellulite, which matters (sadly) as much if not more than the former stat.   I'd like to improve my time, of course.  So I think for this summer, my goal will be to improve that time by at least 2 minutes and be able to run the mile in 10.5 minutes.  I will then be moderately fit, according to the statistics.  I'll keep you updated!  How fast do you run a mile?


    Update:  I took another timed run on 10/13/11 and this time I ran it in 11:05!  Getting better!  Read about that run here!

        
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    Tuesday, June 14, 2011

    Pure Organics For The Hair

    If there's one thing I've learned over the past 15 years, it's that we get enough toxic junk from our everyday environment, enough to make many of us very sick.  So anything I can do to control what is absorbed through my skin and hair, I will do it!  It will be that much less for my body to have to assimilate and fight off in order to protect me from getting cancer, allergies, auto-immune diseases and much more.  Does that make sense?  I'm not an alarmist by any means, but I do care.  
        With that said, I will gladly promote any company that helps with my goal of finding the safest and most natural but effective products that I can find!
         Let me introduce you to Purity by Hairclinics, a company that gives us organic products for sensitive skin and for everyday life!  They have organic shampoos for sensitive scalp/skin, chemically treated hair, normal hair, oily scalp and course hair! None of their formulations have sodium lauryl sulfate or other synthetic foaming agents, thus very mild!  It made me laugh a little when I saw their description of what I think must be coarse hair...on their website they call it fat hair, or do they mean thick hair?  Or am I just an uneducated consumer?  At any rate, they originate in the Netherlands and are expanding into the U.S. so maybe some of the expressions may be a little bit different.  I think it is cute, though!  I think I have the problem of fat hair, as a matter of fact! 
          Aside from the organic hair and body care products, the company produces a specialized line designed to prevent excessive and hormonal hair loss called Keratene.
          Right now, they are currently having a fantastic promotion and giveaway to familiarize folks with their products!  If you buy 3 of their organic hair products, you can get a 4th one for free!  
          Last, but most exciting for me is that they have agreed to be an official sponsor of Blog Bash 2011!  I couldn't be more pleased!  Someone will receive a set of Purity by Hairclinics products (ARV $80)!  So with no further ado, here are the early/extra entries for this great offering to one of my readers!

    • Visit the Purity website and tell me  which hair product(s) you'd like to have!

    • Tell me what you think 'fat hair' means! (See my post above) 
    • Register for their free newsletter and get updates on deals! (Worth 5 entries)

    • Tweet this daily for an extra entry daily! 
    "Purity by Hairclinics-A sponsor of #blogbash11 #Win a set of beautiful organic hair products! @keratene http://t.co/ffTF2Kzto @melahelen"
    That's it!  Don't forget to stop by my Blog Bash 2011 main post to enter there for the mandatory entry!  That will be up this Tuesday, June 21st!  In the meantime, these are extra and early entries!  Winner of this giveaway will be chosen with Random.org and will be notified by e-mail.  Please respond within 48 hours of initial notice.  Giveaway is for U.S. entrants only.  Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.  Special thanks to Purity by Hairclinics for this great prize package!  Giveaway ends at 11:59 MST on June 26th!

    Thursday, June 9, 2011

    A Hook-up To A New Summer Trend--Crochet!

    When I used to think of crochet, I thought of granny squares on an afghan or hot pads or even table coverings.  Not the case anymore!  I have many crafty friends and acquaintances who have been making cute hair clips with crocheted designs, cute little baby shoes and great winter hats!  They are very esthetically appealing to me!  Now, in time for summer the fashion world has jumped on board the crochet train and look at all of the great items you can get!  
       This is a beige tunic that would be perfect with tights by Matthew Williamson, a designer from England who has really embraced the crocheted look and made it his own!
    Here is an example of a crocheted shift dress, which you will hear much more of, especially around the office!  I found this one at TopShop
    What about this Vanessa Bruno dress?  Unfortunately, it is out of stock at Style Shop at $690, but maybe you can get it somewhere else!  Target maybe?  (tongue in cheek)  I love it, though,  because the looping is so loose!  It is so casual yet beautiful!


    I thought these shoes had just the right amount of detail 
    and embellishment in the form of crochet!  I found these 
    at Polyvore.com for $62!




    Correcting Sun-Damage with NeoStrata {Review}

      I was introduced to NeoStrata, an amazing company based in Princeton, NJ, a few weeks back and I was very impressed with what I found out!  This is a company with very impressive credentials.  By now, most women have heard that products containing Alpha Hydroxy Acids are very good for the skin, specifically for controlling acne and getting rid of wrinkles!  Well, we have Drs. Eugene Van Scott and Ruey Yu to thank for this technology.  They actually wrote the chapter in the definitive textbook for cosmetic dermatology about "Alpha Hydroxy Acids, PolyHydroxy Acids, ...and Their Topical Applications".  NeoStrata is the company that they have nurtured and helped develop into one of the most highly regarded among skin care experts around the world!  "NeoStrata is clinically proven skincare that visibly resurfaces, restores, and refines skin for a noticeable dramatic change."   
    If you have a specific area of concern with your skin, NeoStrata has specially targeted treatments.  Some of the most common concerns are age spots, acne and dark eye circles.  NeoStrata has effective treatments for each of these areas of concern and more!

     
    I tried the Bio-Hydrating Cream, a very gentle and effective cream designed to visibly reduce the signs of aging, while providing long-lasting hydration.  The recent recipient of the Elle 2011 Genius Award, this cream is non-scented and very non-assuming.  I hardly know that it is there when I put it on, but my skin feels great and non-greasy. This is a lotion for anyone who has had sun damage (hello...too many days in the sun to count!) because it helps preserve the skin's elasticity and suppleness with an ingredient called Gluconolactone.  Like I said, I was very excited about the results.  My skin IS more supple-looking and I like that!  Hmmm....I wonder what else they have?  I do know that if I order just one dollar over $75, I will get free shipping and 3 free samples!  And if I order over $100, I'll get a FREE SPF15 Daytime Protection Cream!  
        Besides their amazing anti-aging line, NeoStrata, there is also Exuviance for dramatic transformation of all skin-types, Coverblend, a make-up that covers even major scars and NeoCeuticals an advanced treatment plan for acne.  Check it out!  You can keep up-to-date with their latest promotions and chat with Twitter and Facebook!

    Friday, May 27, 2011

    Therabreath Multi-Symptom Probiotic [Review] and Fresh Breath Lozenges [Giveaway]

    Congratulations to the winner of this great giveaway!  Krista, #41!  Also, thanks to TheraBreath and all those who entered!  Stop by again soon!



     Up until my recent review and giveaway of Therabreath's mouthwash and toothpaste, I had never heard of them.  In my opinion, Therabreath is just too good to keep a secret and so that is why I am so excited to let you know of a couple of other great products from this steller company!  I love natural products and Therabreath is a great example of utilizing natural substances to kill bad breath, with unprecedented results!  Now, they have another amazing product, Therabreath Multi Symptom Probiotics, the only oral care products that contain both BLIS M18 and BLIS K12 cultures, a new generation of patented probiotics that have been shown in scientific studies to be remarkably effective in the oral cavity.  So, what I am understanding is that everything within the scope of the oral cavity can be protected and strengthened.  Things like ear ache, cavities, bad breath, sore throat, gum problems and sensitive teeth all could be alleviated or even obliterated!  And that would have a domino effect on the rest of the body, bringing it up to a much more healthy state. 

        According to Therabreath's website, "TheraBreath is a revolutionary premium oral care system created by Dr. Harold Katz at the California Breath Clinics.  The exclusive, original formula went on the market in 1994 and has been used by over 1 million people world wide to solve problems of bad breath and unpleasant mouth taste.  In that time, our original formula has gone through dozens of refinements, making it the most complete and effective solution to the embarrassing personal problem of halitosis.  If you've been frustrated with commercial products that claim they attack germs that cause bad breath, or if you've scraped your tongue and still have bad breath, you've come to the right place!  This site is dedicated to explaining the causes of bad breath, halitosis, dry mouth, taste disorders (bitter taste, sour, metallic) and how to get rid of these problems using the clinically proven TheraBreath system."

         Now that I have been able to try Therabreath for myself, I really love it and am so excited to be able to purchase it whenver I need it because it is available at stores that are close to me, like Walmart, Shopko, Rite Aid, and more.  
         I am especially excited about the probiotics, since I am just coming off the flu and need something to make sure my system is totally over it.  The Multi System Probiotic is a one week course containing over 500 million cultures of K12 probiotic bacteria and is administered as a mouth rinse, once daily, except for days 1 and 7, which is administered twice daily.  It comes with toothpaste to use beforehand to prepare for the treatment.  Right now, this is only available online on their website!
         Right now TheraBreath is giving away a free 100 count dispenser pack of their amazing Mouth Wetting Fresh Breath Lozenges in Mandarin Mint Flavor!  When I pop one of these babies in my mouth, I don't have to worry about bad breath for hours.  And especially when I am interviewing or in a tense social situation, where my mouth might tend to dry out, these mints come in very handy!  

         To win a package of 100 Fresh Breath Mouth Wetting Lozenges, leave me a comment telling me your current favorite mouthwash, gum, breathmint, or toothpaste, along with your e-mail address so I can contact you if you win!
        Extra entries:   
    •  Follow TheraBreath on Twitter! Leave your Twitter name!
    • Follow me on GFC on my Giveaway Listings Blog! 
    • Like TheraBreath on Facebook.  Tell them hello for me! Leave your first name and last initial so I can check! 
    • Follow me on Twitter!  Leave your Twitter name! 
    • Subscribe to my e-mails.  Make sure you confirm it from your own e-mail! 
    • Blog, Facebook, Stumble, Digg, Tweet or  list in a Giveaway Listing Linky.  Can be done daily for a daily entry. Just leave the link where you did it!  You can use this tweet -
     "Enter to win a pack of #therabreath Fresh Breath Lozenges @Melahelen #badbreath http://bit.ly/kZhYgv 6/23"
     You can use this for Facebook - "Enter to win a whole 100 count box of Therabreath Mouth Wetting, Fresh Breath Lozenges at A GAL NEEDS...http://bit.ly/kZhYgv"


    Thanks for entering everyone!  This giveaway will close at 11:59 MST on June 23rd!  This contest is open to US entrants and they must be at least 21 years of age or older.  The winner will be notified by e-mail and will be given 48 hours to respond before another winner will be selected.  The winner will be posted at the top of this giveaway!  I was provided product so I might give a thoughtful and honest review!  Thanks TheraBreath, I love your products!

    Swimspot.com $50 Gift Code Giveaway! {Closed}

    Congratulations to #143, Dana, who said: I follow via GFC.
    Thanks to all who entered!  



         I'm back!  It's been about 5 weeks since I last posted and I am surprised at how fast the time has gone.  It seems like time is just going so fast that I don't have a chance to do all that I want to do!  Does that sound familiar to you?  Now that I'm in the swing of things again, I will start out with a great giveaway to start out the summer with and that is Swimspot.com!  With free returns, free exchanges and free shipping, what's not to love?  Not to mention the amaazing swimsuits they have!
       "Swimspot loves to empower shoppers to be able to buy women's swimwear they absolutely love.  And there are those of us who don't want to wear the same women's swimwear looks as the women on the other side of the pool.  What we're saying is that we recognize the power of the Fashionista.  She wants to stand out for being fashion forward!   So that is what Swimspot is all about!" 
       When I checked out the site, I loved the Bikini Builder Mix & Match Tool for Athena, Hurley, Splendid and Next Swimsuits.  Here's what I picked, what would you pick?
    Hurley Mix & Match
                                                            Athena and Splendid Mix & Match
    Next Mix & Match
         Of course there are the designer lines such as Luxe by Lisa Vogel and I really love that there is something for every woman.  From flattering maximum coverage to minimal, it's all there!  And you don't need to feel like you're guessing--just call or e-mail the FitSpecialist and it's like having your own concierge to help you buy your swimsuit.  The number is 1-877-684-7946 or e-mail fitspecialist@swimspot.com.
         Swimspot would like to give one special gal a $50 gift code to their online store!  Here's what you can do to get it!  Please read the mandatory entry carefully, there are two parts to it!

    Mandy:  Like Swimspot.com on Facebook AND become a VIP Member on Swimspot.com  You must do both things to qualify for this giveaway.  It's actually really easy, so leave me a comment telling you did this and leave me your Facebook first name and last initial, along with the e-mail you enrolled for VIP on Swimspot.com.

    Would you like some extra ways to enter?  Check these out below! 
    • Become my GFC Follower!  (Right sidebar) If you already are, thanks so much!  Just leave a comment!
    • Friend me on Facebook! Leave your first name and last initial in a comment saying you did.
    • Follow me on Twitter and tweet this out!  Can do 2x daily! Just leave your tweet status each time you do!
     "A $50 GC        http://t.co/PzGG1wQ ends 6/22"


    • Grab my 'A GAL NEEDS...' Button and post it on your blog page!  
    • Blog, Facebook, Stumble, Digg, or post this on a giveaway linky.  Can do daily for a daily entry!  Leave the the link where you did it!
    • Enter any other of my current giveaways! 1 entry for each one entered!
    • Follow my Giveaway Listings Blog, A Gal Needs At Least 2 Blogs!  on GFC!
     This giveaway will end on 6/22/11 and is open to U.S. residents 21 years or older.  Winner will be chosen with Random.org and will be notified through e-mail.  Please respond within 48 hours or another winner will be selected!  I was not compensated nor provided any product for review for this giveaway. 

    Wednesday, April 13, 2011

    Therabreath Review and Giveaway

       
        Let's face it, bad breath stinks!  It's just not fun to be around it, let alone have it!  Less commonly known as halitosis, there are many common theories as to what causes it and how to cure it.  Here's one for you - So, if your mouth tastes minty from a breath mint or mouthwash, then your bad breath is under control, right?  WRONG-O.  The minty flavor of most toothpastes, mints or mouthwashes masks and only exacerbate the problem because the sugar they contain helps the bacteria to breed. 
        Dr. Harold Katz, the founder of TheraBreath products, has helped over a million people worldwide cure chronic bad breath.  His products attack the Anaerobic Sulfur-Producing Bacteria which breed WITHIN the tongue's surface and throat.  He is affectionately known as the Bad Breath Guru and has been on shows like The View and CBS Early Show to share his knowledge.  I was able to give 3 of these products a try and I really like them A LOT! 
    The first product that I tried was the TheraBreath Mouth Wetting Fresh Breath Lozenges in Madarin Mint Flavor.  Each lozenge is individually wrapped and packs a breath freshening punch that leaves me confident as I talk to my students as I'm helping them with their work or after I've eaten a salad with plenty of onions, garlic-based dressing, peppers, etc.  Whatever is thrown in my path, I won't be worried breath-wise if I've taken one of these babies.
          The next product is the TheraBreath Oral Rinse.  This tastes, to me, like a weak version of hydrogen peroxide with some mild flavoring.  But apparently, this is their best-selling product because of how well it controls chronic bad breath, aggressively attacking the odor-causing bacteria.  So thumbs up, baby!  A GAL NEEDS...to have her breath fresh at all times.
          The last product I got to try is the TheraBreath Toothpaste.  This is for people who really know that they have a problem.  The toothpaste has no sugar, so it doesn't taste like candy, that's for sure.  It's definitely for people who want to do something effective to get their breath under control.  My teeth felt really clean and smooth after using this toothpaste.  I got accustomed to the absence of sugar in the toothpaste and prefer it now to the sugary brands.  
         Some good news for you is that one of you will be set up with your own TheraBreath toothpaste and mouthwash!  You will be able to see for yourself how great your breath can be, like I did!
      MANDATORY ENTRY:  Like Therabreath on Facebook and tell them that you're there from A GAL NEEDS...!
       OPTIONAL Entries (Each item is worth as many entries as indicated on the left.  Please leave as many comments as indicated):

       +2 Check out the Therabreath website.  Let me know what product you'd like to try!
       +2 Follow me and @therabreath on Twitter and leave me your Twitter handle!
       +1 Tweet this giveaway once daily!  You can use:
    "My breath is great, what about yours?  #Win a mouthwash and toothpaste from @therabreath and @melahelen http://t.co/ftPn3qb 4/28"
       +5 Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post AND post my button on your blog with a link to your blog!
       
       +3 Be my blogging buddy on Facebook!  Put in a request and I'll definitely say yes!  

    OK, that's about it, other than letting you know that Therabreath provided me with products to provide an honest review, but you already knew that!  My winner will be selected on April 28th with Random.org and notified through e-mail so make sure you make it available to me!  Thank you, Therabreath, for providing me with these great products and for the giveaway! 

    A Man With A 'Stache

    I was blog hopping today, since I'm on my Spring Break from work, an activity which I'd love to do more of...  Anyway, I happened upon a really cute blog in which Heather, the author, posted the cutest poem about her husband's 'stache.  It was really cute, and since my own dh sports a 'stache in various forms at various times, I forwarded it to him!  I was pleasantly surprised when he wrote his own version of the verse and e-mailed it back to me!  I thought I'd share both with you.  Now I realize who really should be doing all the blogging, writing, rhyming, and expounding...him!  And Heather, you are an amazing poet!  Thanks for the laughs!

    An Ode To Your Face by Heather 

    I'd never want to bash 
    Your wearing of that 'stache
    That is set upon your lips
    ...and tickles when we kiss
    You know I'd love you anyway
    But hope that handsome 'stache will stay
    'Cause all the cool kids want mustaches
    All the girls bat their eyelashes
    Of all the ways men wear face hair 
    Your 'stache is best!
    The end
    [I swear!]


    An Ode In Reply by Greg


    I'm happy that you love my 'stache
    I used to worry that you might get a rash,
    When you kissed my lips and stroked my face.
    But happily, that is not the case,
    I know you love me anyway.
    So on my face the 'stache will stay!
    It's true my 'stache can be real cool,
    But the way you bat your eyes still rules!
    So shake those hips, they're outta sight!
    Your butt's the best, a true delight!
    And so, friends, that is why I love a man with a 'stache!  It's because not only does it look good, but he's a poet as well!  I ask you, how could I resist?
    Images from Google Image