Ideal Balance Cat Food and Treats

Crowdtap sent me some great goodies for my cats recently! I have three cats at the moment, all sisters! We mostly stick with Purina products but we were all happy to try some new flavors!

First, we tried the Ideal Balance cat treats. My cats LOVE treats, they usually beg for them numerous times a day. I was shocked to see that not one of my cats would eat these treats. They smelled them for a second or two and walked away. Big disappointment.

Next, we opened the bag of Grain Free Ideal Balance cat food. THEY LOVE IT!! My cat Willow was actually chewing through the bag before I had a chance to open it. They love the taste, and it gives them loads of energy. I love that the bag has a secure seal so it doesn't get stale. The humidity really gets to dry food down here in Florida and the seal seems to lock in the flavor that they love.

Lastly, we tried the wet food. My cats eat wet food for breakfast and then a little for dinner with their dry. They seemed to enjoy a change in flavor from what they are used to. I wouldn't say they were frantic about eating it like they were the dry food, but they seemed to enjoy it.

I received these products for free from Crowdtap. The product was free but the views are my own.

Sun Drop Party!

I was lucky enough to be chosen for a Sun Drop party from Crowdtap! They send me a gift card for soda and pizza, decorations and a fun activity kit!

Most of the party guests had never tried Sun Drop before, so it was a great chance for them to try it out. My dad said the package reminded him of Squirt, that he used to drink as a kid. 

Everyone thought the soda was great, and the fact that it comes in Diet was a bit hit. It is a very citrus and sweet flavor, but it also doesn't taste too sour or overly sugary like some other sodas. I think this is a great alternative to sodas like Mountain Dew! 

Getting a little hyper, maybe it's all the soda??

Overall, the party was a big hit, and some of my guests have told me that they have purchased bottles of Sun Drop since the party! Everyone loves Sun Drop!

Even Miley had fun!

Old Navy Active Wear...One of my Favorite Samplings Yet!

I have been busy with Crowdtap this month! I posted earlier about my beach party, and then I was lucky enough to just finish a Sample and Share with Old Navy active wear!

I have always loved workout clothes. I use them when I go to the gym, if I am out for a run, or for some loose clothing when I am doing stretches at home. I use them to workout, but I also love them for just around the house or as every day clothing. I find workout pants to be so much more comfortable than most, they are way softer than jeans, and not as baggy as sweat pants. Plus, workout clothing looks cute, and not all frumpy like sweats.

When we got to Old Navy for our sampling, I noticed that the active wear section of the store was a little smaller than I was expecting. The section of bikinis (that I shopped in for the party earlier this month) was HUGE, so anything would have seemed small compared to that. But after browsing a little, there were plenty of options available. There were all different styles, from shorts, to capris, to pants. As well as tshirts, tanks and jackets for the top.

A shot of Old Navy's active wear section

I noticed some of the tanks were on clearance (which I can't get with my Crowdtap coupons), but I tried one on just to see how it fit. I love the bright purple color and the racer back is perfect for summer. I like to get lots of sun on my back and shoulders, so I usually pick the racer backs for that reason! 

Purple tank

I also tried on another one of the tanks in the same style as the purple one, but this was a solid pink color. I didn't like the pink and much as the purple that was on clearance, but it was still a nice color. I had some problems with the bra inserts fitting me weird, so I passed on this top. 

Ready to workout!

I love this next outfit I tried on. The pants were incredibly soft and the most comfortable of all that I tried on. The top was also very soft, it was one of the lightest materials I have seen. It would be perfect for a jog because it would dry instantly. I really thought about getting this top but decided that I might have enough tanks as it is.But I did actually ended up getting these pants with my coupon! 

LOVE these clothes, so soft and comfy!

Next, I tried on this fab black jacket. I have a few sporty jackets but they are polar fleece which gets so hot and icky. This one is very warm but not gross like the polar fleece, and it compresses everything in just the right areas. I actually felt like I could wear a smaller size but the wrists were too tight on me. I love this jacket because it is soft, comfy and also has these cool little thumb holes so your hands can stay warm! Not sure I will use that in Florida, but it adds to the comfort level. I wasn't going to pass up on getting this top! I have worn it a few times since purchasing it and I couldn't be happier with it. 

The jacket fits perfectly. 

Thumb holes!

So with this sampling, I was pleasantly surprised. I have felt like in the past, at Old Navy, it was hard to find things that really fit me properly. I have always had to try on so many styles to find one that fits. Well with the active wear, everything was amazing. There was not one thing I tried on that I wouldn't wear in my day-to-day life. They were so comfortable and very practical. One of the pairs of pants even had a little pocket sewn in so you could hold a pair of keys or Chapstick while running. I thought that was so great! I am always stashing stuff in my sports bra. LOL! 

So I will for sure be stopping back in Old Navy whenever I am in need of more workout gear. The clothing was made to have very high quality, and like I said I was more impressed with the active wear than any other sampling I have done with Old Navy. Very comfy stuff!!!

We tried on so much!

And had a blast!

 Thanks again to Old Navy and Crowdtap! The clothes are amazing, I have been wearing them already!

Leaving the store with our goods!

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I was able to shop and get these items for free via Crowdtap, however the opinions are my own. 

A Beach Party at Old Navy!

You all know I love Crowdtap, but wow! My newest hosted party with them was for a beach party at Old Navy where me and three of my friends were treated to a swimsuit, flip flops, beach towel and beach bag! Each of us got all four items, and it gets better...it was free!!!

So when it was party day, I couldn't wait to get to the store and try on all those cute swimsuits! We met at my house around 4 pm and headed to the local mall. I chose to head to the mall because I thought it would be funner for the party, and it is also a much bigger store than others. When we got to the mall we headed right to Old Navy to get started.

As soon as I walked in the store, I couldn't believe how big the section was of swimsuits! It was huge! Walls and walls of bikinis! I was so happy we went to that store because the options were endless. We each grabbed a shopping bag and starting loaded up on styles we liked. I quickly had an entire bag full and headed the dressing room.

 

My sister picking out styles!

So many colors!

 

A full bag to try on!

The first style I tried on was this cute red polka-dot one piece. I have wanted a one piece for a while for swimming and playing in the water at the beach. I am not exaggerating when I say this suit was made to fit me! It was perfect, I rarely have clothing fit me like that. I also liked that it covered up my stomach, which automatically makes me look skinnier. I loved this suit, but ended up not getting it because I just wasn't used to a one piece and wanted something where more skin could tan. But I am still thinking of going back to get this one as well!

Love this one piece!

I have a hard time finding tops that fit me, so I usually just try on the top and then get the matching bottom at the end. Here are some other great styles I tried on: 

The swimsuit I ended up getting was actually my combination of two different bikini styles. I love this bright yellow/green color and the ruffles on the top look so cute. I like it because it is a different style than I am used to. Having a big chest, I usually stick to a halter top because it is the only thing that really fits me. This top fit great! It covers me really well and the strap doesn't hurt my neck because the top basically holds itself up. 

I picked the pink bottoms to go with it because I love mix and matching bikini pieces! It makes it more exciting that having a suit in all one color. I loved these bottoms because they have cute gold metal pieces on each side that gives it a little bit of bling! 

Don't you just love the pose? LOL

I wanted to mention that I took my mom along as one of the friends because I think it is important to note that Old Navy has clothing for everyone. I know they cater to younger women but my mom loved their swimsuits! She had no problem finding any that fit her body shape and she looked great!

Love the color of this suit! And she found some cute shorts to go along with it. 

Boy after all that trying on swimsuits I was wore out but we still had to shop for shoes, towels and bags! Old Navy has literally a giant wall of flip flops. They have ever color you could ever want! I ended up choosing a bright blue with orange strap. I just love the bright colors that are in style right now! And their flip flops are so comfortable, they don't even need to be broken in like some. I hate those flip flops that are stiff and hurt between your toes, but these from Old Navy were so soft right from the beginning. 

Flip flops in every color!

When we got to picking out beach towels, there wasn't a huge variety in what we had to choose from. I chose a blanket that has bright colors like yellow and blue. It seems pretty soft, but maybe a little thin. I am not sure I would pay the full price of the item if I was shopping at the store. But overall, a nice towel that I will be taking to the beach with me!

Different styles of beach towels

There was also a smaller selection of beach bags, but I guess anything would seem like a small selection after the amazing amount of swim suits they had. They were all made of a grassy/paper type material and dyed in different colors. I chose a blue and green one that reminded me of ocean colors. It also matched my new blue flip flops. The bag seems to be mad of really great quality and I love the leather style handle it has. 

They chose a rainbow colored bag. So cute!

Overall, another great party thanks to Old Navy and Crowdtap!! 

What I got for free!

Leaving the store, happy!

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We received our items at Old Navy for free from Crowdtap. The stuff was free but the opinions are my own!

Colgate Optic White - Does it really work??

Another great product that I was able to test in my Influenster Sugar n Spice Voxbox was the line of Colgate Optic White. They were generous enough to send me the toothpaste, toothbrush and mouthwash! I could not be more happy to try out a product that can help whiten my teeth! They have turned pretty yellow over the years and I am not even sure why! I don't drink coffee or smoke, so it must just be from what I eat. Anyway, I was really hoping for great results with these products!

Look at all the great products!

Now first I must say, I am not a big fan of mouthwash. I find the flavor to be too strong for me and I always end up gagging before the time is up. I gave the Colgate Optic White mouth wash a try, and the flavor was a bit bitter. It really did leave an aftertaste in my mouth, but it was something I got used to very fast. Now it doesn't bother me at all. It foams up in your mouth, so it leaves that feeling that it is really doing its job at whitening.

With the toothpaste, the first thing I noticed is that it is much thicker in texture than other I have used. It has a minty flavor but it, like the mouthwash, has a little bit of bitterness to it. I got used to it really fast, so if I can handle it, you can too! Also, because the texture is thick, it really stays put on your teeth while you brush, which I think would help quite a bit in whitening. With other toothpastes, I have felt like it kind of vanishes after a little bit but this toothpaste works great all the way through brushing. I have also noticed my breath feels fresh for a long time after brushing. I don't feel like I have bad breath in the middle of the day, it stays fresh until I brush again before bed. 

The toothbrush is also a little different than what I was used to. The first time I used it I was a little shocked by how it felt. It has the rubber pieces in the center, and you wouldn't think it would make a difference but it feels way different from a normal brush the first time you use it! You could feel the rubber across your teeth and I felt like I had to brush for longer than I normally do because the rubber pieces felt big, like maybe they weren't scrubbing enough. But like the other products, I got used to it really fast and now I don't even notice the rubber. I also love one feature in particular on this toothbrush, it has a wonderful tongue scrubber on the back! It works really great and seems to have more texture than other brushes.

The white circles in the middle are the rubber pieces. 

My overall results with Colgate Optic White is exciting. At first, I didn't notice much. Over a week went by and I didn't notice anything but kept brushing and using the products. It has been about a month and my teeth are slowly getting whiter and whiter! I can't wait to keep using the products and see just how white my teeth will become! I especially love it because it is a product that whitens my teeth and it doesn't require anything extra from me. I am going to brush my teeth, so why not use this Colgate that will whiten while I brush? 

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Visit the Colgate® Optic White® website: http://bit.ly/UVoWWv
And the Influenster review page: http://bit.ly/154mB2X

I received these products for free from Influenster in return for my review. The products were free but the opinions are my own!

Cottonelle and the Clean Care Routine

This one is a little different for me. My latest sample and share with Crowdtap was for Cottonelle toilet paper and wipes! I know it sounds funny, but it is amazing how excited you can get over free toilet paper! It is nice to get something that you normally spend quite a bit of money on for free to try out. So for my sample I received an 18 pack of Cottonelle's new Clean Care toilet paper, two small 4-packs to share, and three tubs of their Fresh Care wipes (two to share, one for me). 

Cottonelle Clean Care toilet paper

 Cottonelle Fresh Care wipes

My first impression was that toilet paper was toilet paper...always the same right? Well I guess not! I had been using some stuff I got for super cheap at Walgreens to tide me over until I found another good sale. I couldn't believe the difference in quality with Cottonelle! I found myself taking huge amounts of the paper because I was used to the cheap stuff that would just fall apart. Cottonelle is really thick and soft, and it has a great weave pattern that makes it so you don't need to use so much. I find myself going through the roll much slower, because it is so thick and of great quality compared to the other brands I had used before. 

Cottonelle is on the left, the weave pattern works great!

The wipes were the hard part for me. They are never something I had thought of using or even had a desire to try. Just a little too embarrassing I guess. After trying them, they do make me feel fresh and clean. They smell fantastic. I like to open the pack and just smell them! It is a very soft, floral smell. I wish I could get the scent in an air freshener! 

Overall, the wipes work great and do what they are supposed to do. I actually like to use them for a different purpose... I like to keep them in the kitchen because I use them when I have sticky hands and need to wipe them off quick. They work great because they don't leave much residue and have just the right amount of moisture. 

So Cottonelle has won me over. I was happily surprised by the quality their products, and I think I'll be spending a little extra money on my bathroom supplies from now on to get the product that I appreciate and know will last longer in the end. 

Thanks to Crowdtap and Cottonelle! Be sure to visit Cottonelle at: http://bit.ly/YICiuM

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I received these products for free through Crowdtap in return for my review. The products were free, but the thoughts are my own. :)

Woolite = Love for your clothes!

Have you ever tried Woolite detergent? I know how it is to be very brand loyal to your favorite detergent. I grew up always seeing my mom used Tide, so that is what I always used to prefer. However, I am starting to change my mind!

I was lucky to receive Woolite samples to share with my friends and family through Crowdtap! 

The first thing I noticed when I opened up a back of the Woolite detergent and poured it into my washer was the smell! I love the smell! It is a fresh, floral scent but I also enjoy it because it isn't too strong. I hate things that smell like too much cleaner or too strong of a perfume, but Woolite has just the right strength of scent. It makes my clothes smell wonderful, which makes me happy!

I used the Woolite on a load of bright colors to see if it would help to make the colors pop. My clothes came out of the washer looking bright, and fresh. Sometimes my clothes look a little washed out and faded, but Woolite makes the colors look new and bright! 

I am very excited to buy a bottle of Woolite to see how it works on my other clothes, such as dresses or my whites! I have one dress in particular that is a dark blue but looks really faded after just a short time, so I will be seeing if Woolite can give that dress a little love!

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