HOW TO GROW INDOORS

Growing plants indoors is a great way to keep gardening and not have to get dirty! Beginning your road with hydroponics meaning know what kind of led grow lights you will need for your endeavor. If you find yourself on a budget, there are plenty of grow lights for indoor plants available at The LA Shop. Although it is very important to find cheap supplies for hydroponics (so that you don’t break the bank), it is very possible to keep everything quality while still at a lower price. LA shop has been known for making products not only cheaper, but easier to purchase as well. Reviewers have mentioned products being fifty dollars cheaper than other rival sites, and customer service was always great. Hydroponics is a great hobby to start up, and can even be a business in a small town. Growing your plants indoors enables you to not have to worry about the weather constantly and will allow you to not deal with any natural disasters such as floods and thunderstorms that could ruin a whole season. All the products available have been through testing so that they are ensured to help you and be efficient for your garden. One of the things that LA shop Hydroponics is known for actually is their customer service. If any product arrives damaged or dysfunctional, they are more than happy to help with no hassle! Not many companies are like that nowadays so the customers are very appreciative. If you want to give hydroponics a try, start at your library and take out a few books so you can learn what really goes into it! It is a very rewarding experience and is an easy way to maintain your plants. Although starting out in hydroponics may seem confusing, after you get it all set up you are able to maintain you garden quite easily.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP ON THE P&O ORIANA

If you have your sights set firmly on a quality cruise getaway in the coming months then there are plenty of options out there for you but a trip on the P&O Oriana has to be up there with the very best. One point worth noting from the outset though is that the remarkably sleek and luxurious vessel only admits adults and so families with children will need to look elsewhere for their next adventure. The good news though if you're planning to travel perhaps as a couple or as a group of friends is that there are some excellent offers being made on tours aboard the Oriana in the coming months.

Prices on even the most amazing packages like those covering several weeks during December are less expensive than you might imagine and there surely can't be many finer ways to spend Christmas than to be cruising around the Eastern Mediterranean. But if you have other plans for the festive period then what better way to start the new year than with a trip on the Oriana that sets off from Southampton and takes in a string of awesome locations in the Eastern Atlantic from the Canaries to Casablanca before heading back to the UK.

There are tours of the Caribbean available as well in the early part of 2013 if you are committed to landing yourself a real once-in-a lifetime cruise holiday experience. It can be wonderful to plan a cruise well in advance and to give yourself something really special to look forward to but the best way to grab yourself a heavily discounted package offer is to book at virtually the last minute. There are last minute cruises on the likes of the Oriana being made available on a weekly basis and by taking advantage of them you could end up saving some really worthwhile sums.

DISCOUNT CLOTHING ONLINE AT 599 FASHION

A penny saved is a penny earned so they say.  For us who cannot resist shopping but are frugal or at least trying to be one, lucky us, 599 Fashion online store offers a variety of discount clothing and other items including jewelry, shoes, beauty products, and bags -- everything for $5.99 or less!

Yes, you read that right, $5.99 or less.  Fashion 599 sells cheap clothing that are fashionable, attractive, boutique-style, and of good quality.  They even carry plus sizes, men's clothes, and kids and junior apparels -- again for only $5.99 or less.  Wouldn't you be glad to be able to afford great looking clothes at such affordable price?  Considering that everything is $5.99 or less at Fashion 599, you could just imagine how easy it would be to fill your wardrobe with lovely tops, pretty dresses, trendy skirts, and other apparels.  Now, that's what I call shopping galore!

Visit Fashion 599's website and subscribe by email to receive coupons and discounts on top of their very cheap $5.99 or less prices.  Like them on Facebook to get updates whenever new items are added.  Merchandise is limited and sells out fast, so hurry, check out Fashion 599 now, and if you find something you fancy, wait no more, grab 'em before someone else does ;)

Round neck open shoulder striped top - $5.99

Strapless short striped dress with decorative lace front tie - $5.99

Strapless flower patch decorative short layered dress - $5.99

Thanks Fashion 599 for the opportunity to review your merchandise!   I love all the items I bought and received from your store, and I can't wait to wear them all!  You can definitely add me to your regular customers from now on ☻

PS:  By the way, I'm 23 weeks' pregnant when photos above were taken ;)

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WEDNESDAY APPAREL

And nope, they're not for sale ☺

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MEET THE FAIRYHOBMOTHER!

Wish I may, wish I might, guess who finally decided to fleet and flutter by my blog sites? ☻

Yay!  The generous Fairyhobmother not only granted my wish that he pay my blogs a visit but he also sprinkled wonderful fairy dusts on me and gave me the privilege to be one of his ambassadors in spreading happiness all over cyberworld.  I'm pretty sure he told me that he and his fairy lords are very much busy over their corner in the woodland, so I really appreciate him dropping by my blogs and also allowing me to take a peek of the Top 5 Washing Machines that pixies and pygmies use to wash their glittery garments and stuff.  Cool, eh?

And what more?  The Fairyhobmother whispered to me that if you leave a trail through comments, chances are, he'll visit your blogs and bring you gifts too!  So, if you would like to meet and greet the Fairyhobmother through your blogs, don't forget to leave a comment here and post links where he can visit you.  Also, he loves to hang out and tweet, so it's a good idea to follow his Twitter account.  I'm telling you, wishes do come true.  Thanks again, Fairyhobmother! ☻

FAMOUS FOOTWEAR 15% OFF + BOGO HALF OFF BACK TO SCHOOL PROMO

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Famous Footwear for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

August has arrived, and it's almost back-to-school time again!  My husband and I were at the mall a couple of days ago, and we saw several mom-and-daughter tandems hitting the stores for new clothes, school bags, and of course, shoes!  Talking about shoes, that's where Famous Footwear comes in.

Customers find shopping at Famous Footwear to be a breeze.  The stores are not overwhelming, you can get in and out quickly in no time.  They have a wide selection of brand name shoes and styles to choose from.  Kids find the coolest shoes at reasonable prices their parents can afford.  You can buy three (or more!) pairs of shoes in 20 minutes.  There's also the convenient option of ordering shoes online and having it shipped to your nearest store for pick up at no charge.

Speaking of buying more than three pairs, Famous Footwear offers a 15% Buy One Get One (BOGO) Half Off Back To School promotion.  Just go to this link:  BOGO + 15% off Famous Footwear Coupon, print the coupon, and voila, shop away!  What better deal is when you are a Rewards Program member or if you sign up to be one, instead of 15% off, you get 20% off on top of BOGO Half Off.  Other perks of being a member include earning a point for every dollar you spend to accumulate to $100 certificate a year, discount upon signing up, and other more inside discounts.  By availing this promo and getting more value of your money, shopping for a pair or two (or more!) would definitely be easier for you and your school kids ;)

So again, before you head off to the nearest Famous Footwear store, remember to print the BOGO + 15% off Famous Footwear Coupon, sign up to the Rewards Program for FREE to enjoy its benefits, and maximize your shopping powers.  Have fun! :)

NURTURE YOUR GARDEN WITH WHITNEY FARMS

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Whitney Farms for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I went to a barbecue yesterday, and the host's garden was the main attraction for the guests. It hasn't fully sprung yet but it has been prepped, set and all ready to bloom in right time. There were rows of strawberry, tea, corn, and a variety of flowers planted on healthy soil. Guests who were into gardening were all in awe as to how beautiful the lawn was in that there's not a single weed on it. That makes me wonder if it is organic soil and if the host uses organic plant food. Everyone was excited to come back and see the garden at a later time when it has fully bloomed.

I haven't really tried gardening myself, but should I give it a shot, I'll probably shoot for something like this:

I think it would be nicer and better to have an organic garden especially that I'm thinking of planting not only lovely flowers but also some produce. I read that Whitney Farms® has a full line of 100% natural plant foods and soils with no additives - nothing artificial - but pure natural ingredients designed to give big, beautiful flowers and vegetables.

Whitney Farms® has 25-plus years of leading gardening experience and has improved their products to have low to no dust, no manure odor, and easy to apply. Its products contain beneficial microbes and are specifically designed protein-based blends to provide plants both the macro and micronutrients they need to grow and thrive.

What about you? Have you tried Whitney Farms® yet? You can try it out using this $3 coupon. Click on the link to avail the coupon. Cheers to better gardening!

TRIED EXPAND 'N GRO WITH MIRACLE-GRO YET?

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Scotts® for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Spring is here, and it's yet again the time to get plants growing.  I never considered myself  as one with a green thumb but seeing my neighbor's garden in bloom somewhat makes me want to give gardening a shot.  I thought that it's probably a good idea if I start growing flowers in pots, and in my quest to know about the ultra basics of gardening, I came across Expand ‘n Gro™ with Miracle-Gro Concentrated Planting Mix.

SPARTAN RACE

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Spartan Race for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Have you ever ran a race? I haven't. I know quite a few people who are into marathons and even triathlons, but I have yet to personally know someone who joined and succeeded a Spartan Race.



The main goal for marathon is to run towards the finish line, whereas in triathlon, one needs to swim, cycle and run to the finish line. However, to emerge as a Spartan, one needs to run, jump, climb, crawl, dive, slide, dodge, carry, drag, throw and be on your feet without knowing what you're going to get next! Created by eight ultra endurance athletes and a marine, Spartan Race is a world class obstacle race that requires participants to be totally athletic, disciplined and mentally tough. One can choose to traverse and battle the unknown miles alone or by group with friends or even family members with one objective in mind and that is to reach the finish line as a Spartan warrior(s).

The Ultimate Spartan Challenge is a three-part race.  The first part in this challenge is the Spartan Sprint.  If you think this is just another mud race, you have to rethink that. There may be fire, wires, and a whole bunch of what-nots that come with this sprint.  Next is the Olympic Super Spartan which involves 8 miles and a dozen plus obstacles which will make you push yourself harder to catapult your way to the finish line.  If the first two races did not faze you, step up to the Ultra Spartan Beast Challenge.  With another 12 miles of obstacles, this race will show your strength, weaknesses and commitment to finish what you have started.  Conquer all those three challenges and you will become an Ultimate Spartan.

For Spartans who are up for more difficult obstacles, there is the Spartan Death Race which is an ultimate test of physical, mental and emotional endurance.  This is definitely not for the weak or faint of heart!

Also, the element of surprise is constantly present in every Spartan Race. You will never be provided a course map, so if you need one each step of the way, then maybe the race is not for you.

So... you think you can handle a Spartan challenge?  Or do you want to push yourself to the extremes to know your limits?  Check out Spartan Race and sign up for one!  For frequently asked questions and answers, please check out:  http://www.spartanrace.com/spartan-race-obstacle-course-faq.php
Who knows, Spartan Race might just bring out the inner Spartan in you! ☻

HOTELS AND DEALS AT ORLANDOESCAPE.COM

One place I would love to visit again is Orlando, Florida.  I went there in spring of 2009, and although my vacation was dedicated primarily for Disney World, I thought I'd be able to see other theme parks and attractions, which unfortunately I didn't get to do.  With a lot of things to do and places to see in Disney, let alone Orlando, my five-day vacation was just not enough!  I went there during at what I thought to be an off-peak season, but I was surprised at the amount of tourists that flocked to this vacation destination.  Aside from my fun Disney adventures, luckily I was able to squeeze in a little bit of shopping at an outlet mall strategically located close to the hotel where I stayed at, as well as dining in some of the good restaurants in the area. I definitely don't mind going to Orlando again and having a second take of this famous vacation spot.

Being part of the sunshine state, one good thing about Orlando is that regardless of the season, there are so many Orlando events happening throughout the year.  There are a lot of featured annual events, many of which take place at famous attractions such as Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and Seaworld.  If you go to Orlandoescape.com, you will find a year-round calendar of activities including beautiful parades, colorful art shows, fun sporting events and wonderful holiday celebrations.  The website also makes finding good Orlando hotels and deals easy, and if you want to save more money on your Orlando vacation, you can choose from its list of various vacation packages which include hotel accommodations, theme park tickets, transfers and a lot more additional perks.  So, if you're considering of a grand Orlando vacation, go ahead check out Orlandoescape.com for yourself, and make the most out of it.

RACE TO THE MOON AND BEYOND!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cafe Well for SocialSpark.  All opinions are 100% mine.

I have a very sedentary job.  I could basically spend a whole work shift, sitting in front of a computer, reading and typing reports.  If only a keyboard skill of 80 words per minute would qualify as a cardio workout, then there would really be no need for me to drag myself to hit the elliptical trainer and pump some iron after work days.  I remember a coworker, who is health conscious herself, once brought a pedometer just to get an idea how much miles we actually could rack up while in the office, and this kinda' made us get out of our chairs more frequent and even take walks during lunch breaks.

I happened to read about this pretty fun challenge called Race to the Moon being hosted by Cafe Well and sponsored by Health America.  Race to the Moon is a corporate wellness plan which aims to promote health and fitness by encouraging participants to walk a combined total miles equivalent to the earth's distance from the moon.   Wireless pedometers are provided to participants to track their miles, and rewards, in the form of gift cards, coupons, and even outdoor adventure trips, await those who would reach certain goals.  Isn't that sweet?

Cafe Well is a social networking site whose focus is health and well being.  They offer advice on different health issues and  weight loss and provides information on setting up personal challenges and goals.  While Race to the Moon is currently available only to members of Health America in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Ohio and West Virginia, anyone can still sign up at Cafe Well and benefit from all the useful things that the site offers including health tips, community support,  cooking ideas, and just about anything regarding a healthy lifestyle.

I have already succeeded jumping over the less-carbs-less-sweet, more-fruit-more veggies hurdle, but one thing I have really been struggling with is developing a regular exercise habit.  Honestly, going to the gym and working out has always been a challenge for me. It helps a lot to have an exercise buddy, therefore, if I would create a health challenge, it would be a work-out challenge between friends. I would get me and my exercise buddy a calendar to mark off the days when we exercise, and at the end of each month, we would find out who did a better job staying fit. Now, how's that for a challenge?  I'm happy that after more than half-a-year of sweating it out and modifying my eating habits, I reached my weight goal.  I know, getting there is just half the battle and staying in shape is another story.  One thing I do enjoy though is long leisure walks on a nice weather day,  so I think, as an alternative to the gym, I'm going to walk more often.  For all we know, my steps may even reach the moon and beyond ;)

POWER SUITS FROM EXPRESS!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Express for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

If there is a clothing item that my wardrobe is missing, it's a pair of business suit.  My husband and I have gone to a couple of big job interviews the recent weeks and that is when I realized that I definitely need to get myself a pair or two of women's suits.

Searching for business suits, I happened to come across Express.  What really captured my eyes is that Express has stylish suits that project career power, class and fashion altogether.

With this studio stretch jacket and dress pants, you'll absolutely leave first impression that lasts.

This rouched sleeve jacket and dress pants paired up with confidence and wits will surely give you the following you need in a networking event.

These men's suits are perfect to "dress for the position you want and not the one you have."

If you are like me who is looking into getting a pair of work suit, Express is worth checking out.  Better news is that for a limited time, Express is giving out a $500 suiting makeover.  Be an Express fan in Facebook to learn more about Express sweepstakes and other promos and coupons.  Enter daily in the Express sweepstakes for a chance to win a fabulous suiting makeover.

Whether you are a top headhunter, a newbie in the corporate world, a conference delegate or a fresh university graduate heading out for your first job interview, there is an Express suit that can power you up.  Go ahead check Express in Facebook now!

Personally, I will be super delighted to win any of the women's suits pictured above.  What about you?  Which suit do you think will give you the edge among the rest, and why?  Have you thought about where you are going to wear the suit for if you win one?  Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below :)

SAVE MORE WITH STRAIGHT TALK

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Straight Talk for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

If you are a mobile user, the last thing you would want to happen is fall into mobile companies' appealing contract plans Hook, line and sinker only to realize afterwards that you're shedding bucks for monthly bills than you ought to.

With Straight Talk, you can get the maximum benefit of your mobile at affordable rates, with no contracts; no credit checks; no surprise bills; no activation, reactivation or termination fees; and even 411 calls included at no extra charge.  With various trusted phones to choose from, you even have the option to go Android on Straight Talk



Straight Talk provides Everything you need in mobile communication.  Its great nationwide coverage and reception/connectivity allows you to Call a friend anywhere in the US.  For as low as $30, the"All You Need" Plan meets the demands of heavy phone users with 1,000 minutes, 1,000 texts and 30 MB of web data. You get unlimited call, text and picture messaging, and web surfing for $45 monthly.  Straight Talk also offers International Long Distance Service, a flexible prepaid calling service that enables you to make international calls from your home, cell or office phone at affordable and reasonable rates.



So, have you thought about what you're going to get with that extra money you save by cutting your phone bills in half through Straight Talk?  A new purse, or that cute fall jacket, maybe?  Make the switch and feel richer with Straight Talk :)

RANDOMNESS OF THE DAY

"A successful alarm dodges near the dash."

If you recognize the quoted statement above, you know what I'm up to.

If not and you're curious, feel free to leave a comment.

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SAVE MORE WITH STRAIGHT TALK

This post brought to you by Straight Talk. All opinions are 100% mine.

Are you trying to save up for a weekend getaway? Or maybe for that little black dress you've been eyeing for quite awhile now? Before you break that piggy bank and count your loose change, read on to find out how you can save money and feel richer by cutting back on phone bills through Straight Talk.

Straight Talk allows you to have everything you need in mobile communication with its affordable and reasonable service plans. It has great nationwide coverage and excellent reception/connectivity. For a low price of $30, Straight Talk "All You Need Plan" provides 1000 minutes of calls, 1000 text and picture messages, 30 MB mobile web access, and 411 calls included at no extra charge! Frequent caller? Super texter? Avid web surfer? For an additional $15, you get unlimited service for a month. Going away on a vacation? The flexible prepaid Straight Talk International Long Distance Service enables you to make international calls from your home, cell or office phone at low rates. Straight Talk offers a variety of amazing smart phones and touch screen phones from trusted manufacturers like LG, Motorola, Kyocera, Nokia and Samsung to choose from. Can it get any better than that? Yes! No monthly bills, no contracts, no hidden fees, no credit checks, no activation/reactivation/termination fees. So, whether you're a College student who needs to often call home for some "mom knows best" advice, or just another girl who simply loves to call a friend, there is an affordable Straight Talk service plan for you.

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