Cookina - Reusable Baking Sheet Giveaway

Review By Lisa VanWilliams

Are you going to be making tons of cookies over the holidays? Does your mom's lasagna recipe drip all over the bottom of your stove? This is an alternative to using aluminum foil, parchment and wax paper, and it makes for easy clean up on your baking tray and ovens. My daughter and I tested the Cookina baking sheet out by making some Chocolate Chip Cookies and it worked great! No stick, & easy to clean. You can also use it as a healthier alternative to use instead of oil/butter since it's non-stick.

You can check the store locator on their webpage to find a store where you can purchase these. The baking sheet sheet goes for $12.99. In Connecticut, it's available at Home Depot locations. 

If you want to win a roll for free, just like this post on Facebook and you will automatically be entered to win a Baking liner to test out yourself. Winner will be notified Monday, October 26th by Facebook email. 
https://www.facebook.com/Vanwilliams-Health-Lifestyle-Management-469098403145830/

To read more about Cookina and other products they offer please go to:
http://cookina.co/us/en/

• 100% Non-stick: Food simply glides off the PTFE (PFOA free) coated non-stick fabric
• Reusable and reversible
• Oil and fat-free cooking: Allows you to cook without fat or oil for a much healtier lifestyle.
• Your food is tastier, lower in calories and retains all of its vitamins
• Holds no odor or flavor from previous use
• Easy to clean:No need to scrub. Easy wipe or wash clean.
• Easy cut to size

SUGGESTED USES

• Multipurpose non-stick liner
• Perfect for use on baking sheets and pans, making cleanup easier
• Ideal for cookies, pies, cakes, biscuits, bread, baked goods, nachos, pizza, fish, chicken, roasts, casseroles and even eggs in a pan
• Perfect for roasting food on oven trays
• Makes a great non-stick surface for breads and candies

SIZE

15,75 IN X 25,98 IN (2.84 SQ.FT.)

40 cm X 66 cm (0.264 m2)

MADE FOR HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOKING

Temperature-resistant 500ºF (260ºC)

DO NOT USE ABOVE 500ºF (260ºC)

CARE & USE

• Wash with water before first use
• Use plastic or wooden utensils (no sharp utensils)
• After use, soak and wash in warm soapy water and use the scour pad included
• Do not use scouring agents
• Do not fold or crease
• Store flat or rolled with the Cookina® Ring
• Easy to cut size
• Can be used on both sides

Cut to tray or pan size

Living With A Seal - Jesse Itzler

Review by Lisa VanWilliams

We are 7 days into Jesse's 31-day training with a Navy SEAL and I must say this guy is hilarious. I don't find many people laugh out loud funny, but this guy is funny. My husband is intrigued and curious as to why I am letting out little bursts of laughter from my side of the bed at night. This book is set to release in November and we got a sneak peak before it goes out. I would add it to your Christmas list if you enjoy these kinds of quick reads, and if you want to hear about how it is working out with a SEAL everyday for a month -and he asked for it, paid for it too!

Living with a SEAL
31 Days Training with the Toughest Man on the Planet 
By Jesse Itzler
Published by Center Street
Hardcover: 272 pages
November 3, 2015; $26.00 US/$31.50 CAN; 9781455534678

Description

Entrepreneur Jesse Itzler will try almost anything. He brazenly pretended to be an established hip-hop artist to secure a meeting with a studio head -- and it led to a record deal. He convinced a bunch successful business executives to invest in an unprecedented business plan -- and it turned into Marquis Jet. He sincerely offered to run a 100-mile race in Spanx to get the attention of the beautiful founder of the company -- and ended up marrying her.

His life is about being bold and risky. And it's brought him plenty of rewards.

So when Jesse felt himself drifting on autopilot, he hired a rather unconventional trainer to live with him for a month-an accomplished Navy SEAL widely considered to be "the toughest man on the planet"!

Living with a SEAL is like a buddy movie if it starred the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air . . . and Rambo. Jesse is about as easy-going as you can get. SEAL is . . . not. He even shows up at Jesse's apartment with an inflatable raft just in case the Itzler family ever has to escape Manhattan by crossing the Hudson River.

Jesse and SEAL's escapades soon produce a great friendship, and by the time SEAL leaves, Jesse is in the best shape of his life, but he gains much more than muscle. At turns hilarious and inspiring, Living with a SEAL ultimately shows you the benefits of stepping out of your comfort zone.

Author Bio
Jesse Itzler, author of Living with a SEAL: 31 Days Training with the Toughest Man on the Planet, eats only fruit 'til noon, loves Run-D.M.C., and enjoys living life "out of the box." He cofounded Marquis Jet, the worlds largest prepaid private jet prepaid flight card company which he and his partner sold to Berkshire Harhaway/NetJets. Jesse then helped pioneer the coconut water craze with Zico coconut water, which was acquired by The Coca-Cola Company. He is a former rapper on MTV and he produced both the NBA's Emmy Award-winning "I Love This Game" music campaign and the popular New York Knicks anthem "Go NY Go." When he is not running ultra marathons, eating vegan food or being a dad to his three kids, Jesse can be found at the NBA's Atlanta Hawks games, where he is an owner of the team. He is married to Spanx founder Sara Blakely. Follow the author on Twitter.

Reviews

"It's hilarious." 
-- LeBron James

"George Foreman once gave me great advice. When I told him my husband ran 100 miles non-stop he said, 'Sara, don't try to understand a man like that. Just love him.'" 
-- Sara Blakely, Founder of SPANX and Jesse's wife

"This is 100% Jesse. Do it differently and you get different results. That's the way he has operated his entire life and it has worked beautifully."  
-- Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski, Duke Basketball head coach

"Jesse is a risk taker and is always trying different things to get better. Plus, he's fun to go out with." 
-- Tom Brady, New England Patriots, four-time NFL Champion, two-time NFL MVP

"Jesse knows what it takes to succeed in business and in life - a Don't Quit attitude! Our US Military embraces that attitude in training and survival, no one more so than the elite Navy SEALs. When my pal invites SEAL into his world, Jesse's life is never the same again! The relationship between these guys is outrageous - it's like the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air meets Rambo! But with all the insanity there are strong life messages, hysterical moments, and great lessons to be learned. Like Jesse, this book is a HIT!"
-- Jake Steinfeld, chairman and founder of Body by Jake

"Most of us go through life on auto-pilot. New day . . . same routine. This guy beamed a "live action hero" into his living room for 31 days to shake up his life. Sometimes you have to have the guts to do something radical to get results."
-- Dolvett Quince, Health and Fitness Trainer, The Biggest Loser 

Phuse - 11 things i love about you leave in conditioner

Review by Lisa VanWilliams

My hair is in one big knot after I get out of the shower, and I am constantly on the hunt for a detangler/conditioner that will make the process a little easier. If you have color treated or highlighted hair that gets tangled after washing, you might be interested in this product. This is a nourishing Paraben free, Gluten free, and no testing on animals, leave in treatment that will leave your hair smelling great and feeling soft. It's not overly heavy either and it works with just a few spritz. I have some long wild hair and this does tame it down and calm it. I normally use Ojon Revitalizing Mist but I was sent a sample of Phuse to try out in comparison. 11 things i love about you leave in conditioner goes for $20 for a 7.4 FL OZ bottle.

What are the 11 things it does to love?

• minimizes hair color loss
• smooths the frizzies
• prevents split ends
• mends damaged hair
• moisturizes dry hair
• strengthens fragile hair
• prevents styling heat damage
• SPF all day protection
• adds shine, softness and silkiness
• shields from blow out, dry out
• enhances natural body & overall manageability

Phuse offers professional beauty products including hair dryers, phuse dryers, phuse irons, phuse brushes & combs, phuse implements, phuse make up brushes, and a few other accessories. They carry a Vegan line of hair products, shampoos, conditioners, dryers, straighteners, and cuticle care tools.
Phuse is a representative based company so you would need to become a hostess or know a hostess to get the products. They offer numerous kit programs starting at only $25 to join and start your own business by promoting the brand.

You can find out more about their products and how to get them here:
http://www.phusebeauty.com/
They are also on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram

Eating Like A Champ - Ronda Rousey

Cosmopolitan just ran an article, "What Ronda Rousey Really Eats In A Day" and we got the lowdown on what the 5ft 7in 135 pounder UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion puts down in a day. She is a self-proclaimed bad cook. The Olympic Medaler will also throw in a couple of protein shakes twice a day to get all her vitamins in. Hard core workouts require constant refueling and here's what Ronda will have in a typical day (and yes, she puts butter in her coffee):

Breakfast

• Chia bowl with chia seeds, hemp seeds, oats, agave nectar, almond butter, raisins, and cinnamon
• Coffee french press style, with grass-fed butter, raw coconut oil, stevia, & cinnamon

Lunch

• Egg scramble on bread - 2 scrambled eggs with red peppers, tomatoes, spinach, avocado, mushrooms, and turkey bacon on top of Ezekiel bread with grass-fed butter

Dinner

• Turkey Chili - ground turkey, red & green bell peppers, avocado, hemp seeds, beans, cayenne pepper, and chili pepper. 

Dessert

• Greek yogurt bowl - Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and agave

To read the full Cosmo article, please go to:
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/health-fitness/news/a47490/ronda-rousey-diet/

Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer

Review By Lisa VanWilliams

We received a few colors to try out from Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer and we are loving the series. Straight off the Catwalks of New York Fashion Week for Fall 2015, they offer Formaldehyde, Toluene, and DBP free nail polishes and it's luxury in a bottle. Créme, sheer, glitter, pearl, metallic, and shimmer are some of the color, appearances, and finishes offered. They also have great little collections like Urban Cowgirl, Honky Tonk Honeys, Rocky Horror (with glow in the dark top coat!), and Gifted with Style, which make for a great present or a surprise for any girl that loves her polish.

Today we tried:

Stick With It - long-wearing base nail coat
Perfect Match
Mint Chocolate Chip
From Paris with Love
Sweater Weather
Make It Last - long-wearing nail top coat

Find the perfect color to match your Fall palette and personal style with over 100 shades to choose from. It has a custom-designed bottle so that it fits perfectly in your palm while applying and the ulta-fine bristles make for smooth and precise application. They go for around $8.50 a bottle, and you can get them on sale for around $6.50.

You can read more about them and order from Loxa:
https://www.morgantaylorlacquer.com/
http://www.loxabeauty.com/brands/morgan-taylor

$15 for set

$15.00 for set

$15.00 for set

Breakfast Bars

Review by Lisa VanWilliams

If you want to try a seriously tasty breakfast bar you need to try the Breakfast Bars from Jacqueline's Bakery out of Salem, MA. You can find them at Whole Foods in the bakery area with the cookie, scones, & muffins. They are great for on the run snacks anytime. They are packed with tons of flavor and things like: honey, sunflower seeds, SunButter, rolled oats, craberries, sunflower oil, light brown sugar, dehydrated cane juice, salt, huge almond pieces & peanuts, whole milk powder, whole oat flour, sesame seeds, flax seeds, and almond extract. Pack all that nutrients into one tasty square and you are ready to go.

Jacqueline's is a wholesale bakery that specializes in serving gourmet, fresh baked products. They are a family owned and operated and they only sell wholesale, so unfortunately you cannot order them online.  http://www.jacquelinesbakery.com/

13 October Must Haves

If you like to decorate for Halloween, if your having a party, if your going to a party and need a hostess gift, here are a few fun ideas and where you can purchase them. Something for everyone here!

World Market - $4.99 for a 20-count Napkins
http://www.worldmarket.com/product/drink+up+witches+beverage+napkins%2C+20-count.do?&from=fn

Pottery Barn - $23.50 Lit Silver Skull String Lights
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/halloween-lit-mercury-skull-string-lights/?pkey=choliday-all-halloween-decor&&choliday-all-halloween-decor

Urban Outfitters - $20 Pumpkin Keg Tapping Kit

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=35515238&category=A-HALLOWEEN

Pier1imports - $11.95 Day of the Dead Bracelet
http://www.pier1.com/Day-of-the-Dead-Bracelet/2943428,default,pd.html?cgid=halloween#nav=left&sz=174&start=1&showAll=174

Williams Sonoma - $14.95 Novelty Ice Mold - set of two
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/novelty-ice-mold-skull/?pkey=challoween%7Call-halloween%7C&&challoween|all-halloween|

Sur la Table - $7.66 Mini Halloween Spatulas -set of two
http://gifts.surlatable.com/halloween/preview/21555

Zazzle - $48.95 Floral Sugar Skull Porcelain Plate 10.75"

http://www.zazzle.com/floral_sugar_skull_porcelain_plates-256148248944058057

Vermont Country Store - $11.95 Chocolate Body Parts

http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/store/jump/productDetail/Special_Collections/Special_Collections/Halloween/Chocolate_Body_Parts/64721

Two Roads Brewing - Seasonal Pumpkin Ale from Stratford, CT $11.99 6-pack

http://tworoadsbrewing.com/beers/view/roadsmarys-baby

Redbubble - I Put A Spell On You pillow $19.84  (16"x 16")

http://www.redbubble.com/people/lizsere87/works/16414473-i-put-a-spell-on-you?country_code=US&p=throw-pillow&size=small&type=cover-only&utm_campaign=shopping&utm_medium=google_products&utm_source=google&gclid=CLSGtpLTs8gCFdeRHwodEeEPCA

Ballet of Angels wine - $10.99 a bottle from Sharpe Hill Vineyards Promfret, CT
http://sharpehill.com/index.html

"A sweet name for a wine named after a creepy paranormal event. Owner Catherine Vollweiler was in bed one night looking in art books for an image to use on her new wine. Giving up, she fell asleep but was later awakened by a noise. Upon switching on the light, she found that a book had fallen to the floor and opened to the picture currently on the label.
Ballet of Angels is a light and refreshing semi-dry white wine with a delicious floral bouquet. The wine has wonderful refreshing citrus flavors reminiscent of peaches, pears and sweet grapefruit.
Sharpe Hill Vineyard suggests serving it well chilled as an aperitif or as the perfect accompaniment to spicy foods."*

Urban Outfitters - Kigurumi Purple Unicorn  $80 (+20% off)
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=32521486&category=A-HALLOWEEN

esty - 10 Creepy Mice - Vinyl Silhouettes $12
https://www.etsy.com/listing/80978066/halloween-decor-wall-decal-creepy-mice?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_d-home_and_living-home_decor-wall_decor&utm_custom1=0f199495-312f-4386-9ac8-4a358bdee15c&kpid=80978066&gclid=CLXMiLn6s8gCFU0YHwod774HoA




*http://greatwinenews.com/31-halloween-wines-all-hallows-eve-night/