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GIVEAWAY: New ProBar Product Line

May 9, 2013 by Tabitha 115 Comments

Last year I got my first taste of ProBar and I was very impressed with the quality an taste. So when they contacted us again to try the new 2013 product line, I was very excited!

I was sent the new ProBar Bolt Energy Chews and the ProBar Meal Replacement bars. We are loving all of it! The chews are FANTASTIC, so tasty and and the appropriate amount of chewiness. My favorite are the raspberry ones. I was surprised by the flavour of the orange ones, you never know what to expect with orange flavoured things and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, I really enjoyed them, so much so I would almost put them right next to the raspberry for taste. And I have to say the meal replacement bars we the most pleasant bars of this type I have ever had and surprisingly filling! Normally I have to eat a large amount of food to feel that full but I only had half a bar and I felt quite full , for a very long time.

Here’s some info on the new bars:

ProBar Meal: We mean it when we call it a meal. This PROBAR weighs in at a solid three ounces of fruits, nuts and seeds with enough nutrition to make a fresh, tasty, satisfying meal replacement. It’s rich in raw ingredients and the right nutrient-dense calories for lasting energy and nourishment. Available in 12 flavors.

ProBar Bolt: Ready, set, Bolt! These organic chews step up your game right when you need it. They’re packed to power you from morning workouts to race days. Plus, they’re loaded with electrolytes, B vitamins, antioxidants and complex carbs for fast fuel-ups that last through the home stretch. 4 Flavors available.

ProBar Core: Looking for a protein bar that resembles nature rather than a science experiment? Good. Because we’ve packed 20 grams of plant protein and plenty of real, recognizable ingredients into this bar. And it does more than build your strength – it boasts chia seeds for hydration and recovery too. 4 Flavors available.

ProBar Halo: Satisfying your sweet tooth with zero grams of guilt. Introducing PROBAR Halo™, the delicious between meals treat that’s designed to do your body good. With natural whole food ingredients and heavenly taste, these bars have such big flavors they take on a personality all their own. 3 Flavors available.

ProBar Fuel: Go ahead, dig in and fuel up with this gluten-free bar’s superfruits, cashews and oats. It’s soft, chewy, and it’s a full serving of fruit – a scrumptious snack for actionpacked days. We balanced this blend with chia seeds to regulate hydration and raw oats for easy-to-digest energy. 4 Flavors available.

I’d really like to try some of the other bars as well, if they’re as good as the Meal and the Bolt (which I don’t doubt), they would have a customer for life! I’ve found a few local stores that carry the bars so i’ll have to make sure to take a trip in. If you don’t have a local store that carries them you can always order directly from ProBar and orders over $75 are free shipping! (some restrictions apply) Use code “BLOGGER” to receive 40% your first order!

If you like ProBar be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and the Blog for more news and great info!

One lucky 3 Boys and A Dog readers is going to win a box of ProBar Bolt Energy Chews!

REQUIRED COMMENT: Go to ProBar and tell me which bar you’d most like to try?

BONUS #1: Follow @theprobar and @momof3boys3702 on Twitter and RT this contest. The easiest way to retweet is to simply click the green ReTweet on the top of this post. YOU MAY TWEET ONCE DAILY.

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CONTEST ENDS: at Midnight EST on May 23rd, 2013

OPEN TO: USA Only

*Disclaimer: I received product from ProBar to help facilitate my review. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.*

Filed Under: Homemaking / Housekeeping, Review and Giveaways, Reviews

GIVEAWAY: Twiztt, Strain and Serve Set (value $49.99)#happymothersday

May 9, 2013 by Kelli Miller 177 Comments

The Twiztt by Joan Lunden set is to die for… no really! I have had some pretty amazing pans in my life and none have impressed my quite as much as this Saucepan set.

Habits determine how we prepare, serve and store our meals. However, developments in society and technology change our way of life. Globalization has introduced different ways of cooking from all over the world and created advanced new technologies enter the kitchen.

We have taken this knowledge and designed a smart twist to the cookware you use, turning your daily tasks into daily pleasures. This results in a collection of unique products; smarter, safer and simply more beautiful.

Experience it yourself!
TWIZTT^™, smarten up your kitchen.

Mom Says: The idea is totally marvelous! Everything in one! As a busy mom of three boys with no dishwasher, saving time and saving dishes is super important. I have used this pan EVERY SINGLE NIGHT since it arrived for review! Truly!

One lucky 3 Boys and a Dog reader will win their very own TWIZTT^™ Strain and Serve Saucepan Set valued at $49.99!

REQUIRED: Visit the Twiztt website, look around, then come back and tell me something you liked or learned!

BONUS #1: Follow @TwizttbyJoan and @momof3boys3702 on Twitter and RT this contest. The easiest way to retweet is to click the tweet button above. You may tweet once daily

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CONTEST ENDS: at Midnight CST on May 23rd

OPEN TO: USA and Canada

*DISCLAIMER: I was sent items by TWIZTT to help facilitate my review. Any opinions stated are strictly my own.*

Filed Under: Holidays / Seasons, Meals / Menus Tagged With: cooking for busy moms, cooking pans, giveaway, happy mother's day, Joan Lunden, mothers day gift guide, Twiztt

GIVEAWAY: Braille “Mom” Necklace ($89 value) #happymothersday

May 8, 2013 by Kelli Miller 19 Comments

Not sure what to give your Mom this Mother’s Day? This Braille “Mom” is the perfect unique necklace that every Mother out there would be proud to have around her neck!

Often times the greatest feelings of love cannot be seen with our eyes, they can only be felt with our hearts. Such is often the feelings of love that a mother has for a child, and those that the child has for a mother. This charm is a symbol of those feelings. Written in braille, the word “MOM” may not be immediately recognized, but it can be felt when you pass your fingers over the charm.

This charm is sterling silver with 22kt gold accent.

Mom Says: I have never gotten so many questions or comments on a piece of jewelry as I do when wearing this necklace. Everyone wants to know what it means. When I explain to them, they all get the teary-eyed look in their face and watch to touch it. It is truly a great work of heart and has tons of meaning.

This is a rafflecopter giveaway at the sponsoring company’s request.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

CONTEST ENDS: at Midnight CST on May 22nd

OPEN TO: USA and Canada

*DISCLAIMER: I was sent items by Isabelle Grace Jewelry to help facilitate my review. Any opinions stated are strictly my own.*

Filed Under: Fashion / Style, Holidays / Seasons Tagged With: isabelle grace, jewelry, Mother’s Day gift ideas, Necklace

GIVEAWAY: NatureBox for Mom (value $59.85) #happymothersday

May 7, 2013 by Kelli Miller 157 Comments

Give your Mom a monthly subscription to NatureBox this Mother’s Day! With your gift, she’ll receive a special edition box curated by Green Living Expert, Sara Snow, and an ongoing monthly subscription! Each month, an exciting box will show up at her door filled with delicious, and best of all, nourishing snacks. She’ll love the monthly reminder that you are thinking of her, and that she’s special to you.

NatureBox believes in the gift of changing lives! That’s why they provide meals to hungry children with the purchase of their all natural boxes!

NO high-fructose corn syrup
NO partially hydrogenated oils
NO artificial sweeteners
NO artificial colors
NO artificial flavors
ZERO grams of trans fats!

Mom Says – The best part? These snacks taste great and I don’t feel guilty for indulging!

One lucky 3 Boys and a Dog reader will win a 3 month subscription to NatureBox! (value $59.85)

BONUS #1: Follow @NatureBox and @momof3boys3702 on Twitter and RT this contest. The easiest way to retweet is to click the tweet button above. You may tweet once daily

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CONTEST ENDS: at Midnight CST on May 21st

OPEN TO: USA and Canada

*DISCLAIMER: I was sent items by NatureBox to help facilitate my review. Any opinions stated are strictly my own.*

Filed Under: Holidays / Seasons Tagged With: gift guide, giveaway, Mother’s Day gift ideas, win

Menu Plan Monday: Super Busy Blogging Week

May 6, 2013 by Kelli Miller Leave a Comment

I feel like I say that EVERY week is a super busy blogging week – one day I am going to be able to write “Nothing happening this week”. HA! Seriously, I am not complaining about it busy a busy week for my blog, that means things are happening! And boy are things happening! I have some deadlines approaching this week for some sponsored posts (and they are super cool), I am trying to get stuff scheduled for when we are out of town, and I am working on (cross your fingers) getting a Car to review for our trip.

Plus, I have a few more Teacher Appreciation Gifts to make and write up for this week. I have to make them even if they don’t get written until next year, they have to be made for the boys teachers!

To top it all off, I have drowning in emails. Just as soon as I begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel, I leave my house for several hours and come back to thousands more. Today, I hope to really knock out emails. The problem with that? When you respond and delete.. all the answers come back. It is a never ending circle… like laundry! LOL!

Be sure to print out your coupons this week! Remember, you should be able to print them twice.

Ok, on to my menu planning ideas for this week:

Monday: Red Pepper Marinated Chicken over Yellow Rice <– trying a new recipe

Tuesday: Hamburger Helper Cheesy Enchilada

Wednesday: Sweet & Sour Chicken Helper

Thursday: Cheesy Italian Beef (Hamburger Helper)

Friday: Cheddar Cheese Melt Hamburger Helper)

***The boys will be getting the Hamburger and Chicken Helper meals all week because we have a TON in our pantry. My husband and I are going to be eating some of the frozen veggies from the freezer, grilled chicken, and salad stuff all week.

Don’t forget to visit Org Junkie & Susie QT Pies for Hundreds more menu planning ideas and before heading to the grocery store… Print coupons for your favorite brands and save at Coupons.com.

Looking for more weekly meal plans? You can find plenty of recipes as well as a free menu planning sheet on my kid friendly recipes page!