Phix Energy Review and #Giveaway

I have to admit, when I received the Phix product to review I was skeptical.  I have tried lots of energy drinks.  I am not a big fan.  They all have a weird after taste and they all leave me wishing I had just opted for a Cup of Joe or a Diet Coke.  Most energy drinks have the crash and burn after the jittery high and they taste bad to boot.  So...like I said I was skeptical.


In addition to being an energy drink, Phix had the promise of all natural.  Oh great, an energy drink and all natural.  It had the makings of disaster written all over it.  Am I right?  As a foodie I know that all natural is code for BLECH!


I usually have a crash and burn moment every afternoon at work.  Staring at contracts all day on a computer screen makes my eyes cross and it's almost like hypnotism.  I can almost hear "You are getting very very sleepy."  So I figured that would be the best time to try out this all natural energy drink.  It promised to give me an immediate boost and without the jitters or crashes.


Guess what?  It delivered.  No crash.  No burn.  I didn't feel jittery.  I mixed it in a bottle of water from the vending machine at work.  Shook myself up some liquid energy and down the hatch.  The flavor was mild, and it didn't taste like those awful carbonated ones.  Miracle of all miracles!  I don't have to worry about someone finding me face down in a puddle of drool on my desk anymore.


You can try Phix too!  One of you Smackers (US residents only) can receive a one months subscription (three boxes of the flavor of your choice) and a coupon for 25% off a future purchase.


Here's what you have to do to win:

• Visit the Phix website and come back and tell me what flavor you would like to try.  This is mandatory additional entries won't be counted if you don't do this first.
• For two additional entries "Like" the Phix Facebook page
• For two more entries follow Phix on Twitter!
• For three additional entries "Like" Think Tank Momma on Facebook

You have until Monday, December 12th at midnight.  I will notify the winner via email, and you will have 48 hours to respond or I will choose another winner via random.org


*All opinions about the product are my own.  I was not compensated for my opinion.  I did receive free product from Phix and MomSelect as part of this product promotional.

Godiva Coffee Review

Just the name Godiva makes most of us girls swoon!  You see that Gold box when you open a package and your heart just skips a beat and your mouth starts to water with anticipation and then you start the task of trying to choose.  All the choices....which one to pick.....then you make a choice and sweet sweet oblivion takes over!


Well, imagine my anticipation when I saw my favorite chocolates made coffee too!  Then I received not one, but two bags, both different flavors!

Again, I was stuck with the choice, which one to choose....then once I made the choice....sweet sweet oblivion!  These coffees are such a lovely surprise.  They are well balanced, with notes of pumpkin and spice, and sweet caramel and pecan.  There is no bitter after taste like you find in many of those *ahem* coffee house brands.  This is the coffee you would expect from that gold box of chocolates!


This isn't your average morning cup of coffee, this is the coffee you want to make any afternoon special.  This is the coffee you choose to make special occasions more memorable and the every day special!


You can make your everyday special too!  Just leave me a comment telling me which flavor you would like to try.


Giveaway is open to US residents only.  A winner will be chosen 11/10/2011 at 12:00am (midnight).  Winner chosen at random via random.org.




*I received both of the coffees for purposes of this review.  I was not compensated for my opinions and all opinions are my own*

Lovable Labels Back to School Review & Giveaway

I am not exactly the most organized person on the planet.  I mean let's face it, ADHD and organization are not exactly two things one might consider synonymous.  Getting back to school and keeping up with the kids and their stuff is tough for me, and for them.  Three ADHD people trying to get ready for school and out the door is laughable at best most days.


My boys get it honest at least.  I can't very well expect them to be any better about keeping up with their belongings when most days I have misplaced my keys, my glasses, my purse, my mind, etc..  One of my boys is notoriously bad about leaving his jackets, shoes, shirts, anything not physically non-removable.  Thank goodness he can't take his brain out and play with it.  Sheesh!


I was thrilled when I was offered the opportunity to review Lovable Labels and the Back to School pack.  I quickly labeled everything that belongs to one Kamden Romano!  His back pack, his lunch box, his shoes (which are always missing at some neighbors home), his jacket, his shirts.  Everything has a label now!  It's come in handy too, I have be able to retrieve, not one, not two, but three articles of clothing from the Lost & Found at school.  Not. Even. Kidding!  Yep, in the five weeks the kids have been back to school, I have visited three times to retrieve items that have been "lost".  Thanks to Lovable Labels they were "found"!


You can get your very own Back to School Pack too!  They are awesome.  I have washed items several times and been pleased to find labels still attached!  They have stayed in the shoes my child seems to leave everywhere except his feet or closet.  And?  There is no more arguing in his class about who owns his lunchbox since several children have the same lunch box.  Kamden's now sports a nice shiny tag with his name on it!


Here's what The Back To School Pack includes:

• 15 Regular sticker labels
• 80 Slimline sticker labels
• 48 Press n' Stick Clothing Dots
• 12 Shoe labels
• 2 Mini-Metal Tags
• 12 Square labels

All of this with the name YOU choose!  SCORE!


Lovable Labels has generously supplied us with a "Back To School Pack" for one lucky winner!!  Thanks Lovable Labels!!!!

Mandatory Entry:

Visit Lovable Labels and tell me which of their amazing products is your favorite!  (I'm drooling over the spice labels!)

Additional Entries:

+1 Follow @mylovablelabels on Twitter.

+2 "Like" Lovable Labels on Facebook (leave your FB name below)

+3 "Like" Think Tank Momma on Facebook

HURRY!  Contest ends Friday 10/07/11 at midnight EST.

Contest open to US and Canadian residents only.

*I received no monetary compensation for this review.  All opinions are mine.  To facilitate review, Lovable Labels provided me with a personalized Back To School Label Pack.

Gevalia 1853 Review and Giveaway

I am so excited to share this giveaway with all you Smackers!  Two of you are going to get a gift pack that includes a collector's tin, 1 box of Gevalia 1853 heritage Blend coffee and 1 pk of filters.

I am always thrilled when I get the opportunity to work with Gevalia.  Gevalia seeks out, blends and roasts some of the finest coffee anywhere.  They are widely known for over 40 varieties of coffee and teas that arrive at your door via automatic delivery service for the ultimate at home coffee experience.  Gevalia is excited to share with you the limited 1853 Heritage Blend, a Gevalia exclusive which debuted a year ago.


The 1853 Heritage Blend is inspired by coffees procured over 150 years ago in Sweden by coffee Pioneer and Gevalia founder, Victor Theodore Engwall.  1853 is a medium roast of 100% Arabica blend with subtle flavor notes of caramel.  Roasted and blended in Gavle, Sweden this coffee blend celebrates Gevalia's rich history.  Available for a limited time, while supplies last you can purchase online here.


Caramel is one of my favorite flavors.  The subtle hint is wonderful in this blend but the smell is intoxicating while it's brewing.  There's nothing I love more than the smell of fresh coffee brewing, but add caramel?  OH MY!  I typically drink a bold dark roast, but this medium blend is a perfect breakfast accompaniment and a nice finish for after dinner coffee.


Now for the good part.  TWO.  Yes, two of you are going to get your very own collector's tin, a box of 1853 coffee and Gevalia filters.  I am going to give you multiple opportunities to get entries.

Mandatory Entry:  

You must visit Gevalia, come back and tell me what coffee or tea blend you would like to try.

Additional entries:


(Please leave a comment for each entry)

  

1 - Follow @Gevalia and @adrienzgirl on Twitter.

1 - Like Gevalia Coffee on Facebook

1 - Follow Think Tank Momma via GFC

5 - For each person who links a recipe for #ShareaSpoon this week.

5 - For each person who participates in #ShareaSpoon next week.

1 - For each person who leaves a theme they would like to see on #ShareaSpoon in the coming weeks.

This giveaway will run through midnight Eastern Time, Friday, August 12, 2011.  I will announce winners on Saturday when #ShareaSpoon Theme is announced.

*I did not receive compensation for this review.  All opinions are my own.  I was provided with a collector's tin, a box of Gevalia Heritage 1853 coffee and Gevalia filters for purposes of the review.

Merry Christmas to me and you: Brewbot Review and Giveaway

I love coffee houses.  LOVE THEM.  I spent quite a bit of time there when I was working as a technology sales rep.  In between calls it was a quick place to cop a squat, grab some liquid energy and utilize some WiFi.  Spending that much time there though can break the bank!  Not kidding...five bucks or so, several times a day??  Maybe that was just me.

Anyway, being at home I really miss having a nice drink made by a barista specially for me.  I mean, I really miss it.  I live way out in nowheresville so there is no coffee house for MILES.

I have been researching coffee machines, drink makers for the house for quite some time.  I've hemmed and hawed and driven my husband stark raving mad about it.  He doesn't drink coffee, so he doesn't care.  He just said BUY ONE ALREADY.  But, I am not just a coffee drinker.  I like lattes and cappacinos.  I like foo-foo frilly coffee.  So I wanted something affordable that would make foo-foo frilly drinks not just flavored coffee.

ENTER TASSIMO BREWBOT!  When I was given the opportunity to review this machine I literally jumped up and down on the couch.  Seriously, it was a match made in heaven!

Coffee check!

Lattes check!

Cappacinos check!

Tea check!

Hot Cocoa check!

It makes everything a girl could ask for.  Not only that, it makes them perfect with no guess work and even my kids could work this machine.  It has a barcode at the top of each drink disc.  

You insert the disc, press the button and voila!  60 seconds or less later perfection in a cup!

(Look at the frothy goodness!)

I have no patience and I absolutely detest my coffee pot because it's slow and a pain to clean.  The brewbot is easy to clean and fast.  He's actually my new best friend.  (Shhh!  No one tell Ducky she's been replaced by a machine!) 

If you watch the video above you'll see just how cool he is!  Don't be jealous, I have a chance for you to get your very own new BFF in time for Christmas!  


You'll be over the moon when you see all the brands and varieties of drink products as well!  You can purchase them at Walmart, Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and more.  


You can buy your very own BREWBOT for a Special Price plus 2 Tdisc Packages by clicking http://bit.ly/Tassimo25

Or you can win one here!

Mandatory Entry:

Tell me why you want this for Christmas and who it's for.

Additional Entries:

1 - Follow me through Google Friend Connect

1 - Follow me on Twitter @adrienzgirl

1 - Follow Tassimo on Twitter

1 - Like Tassimo on Facebook

2 entries - Tweet your favorite barista-style drink and include #brewbot or #tassimo in your tweet.

3 entries - Go to the Tassimo site, pick your favorite (or what you'd like to try) T-disc flavor.  Post it on the Tassimo FB page and then come tell me.

All entries will be verified by yours truly.

If your email is not viewable in your profile leave it in the comments.

Contest ends midnight EST 12/14/10.  

I will notify the winner via email.  You have 24 hours to respond or I will pick another winner.  

GOOD LUCK!

(Disclaimer:  I received a Tassimo T20 Brewbot and coffee samples for this review.  I was not monetarily compensated for this review.  All opinions are mine and mine alone based on my experience with Tassimo.)