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February
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 12th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

Crabtree & Evelyn Is your skin starting to show the effects of this dry winter season?  If you're suffering from cracked, flaky, dull or dry skin,  Crabtree & Evelyn might have just the cure for you.  Their newest offering, the Tarocco Orange, Eucalyptus and Sage Body and Hand Collection, is a soothing and rejuvenating skin treatment for even the most challenging skin types.

Featuring antioxidant and vitamin C-rich Tarocco Sicilian Red Orange, eucalyptus and refreshing sage, the collection is fragranced with an uplifting blend of orange, bergamot and neroli.  Keep reading to learn more about the newest addition to the Crabtree & Evelyn family!

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February
10
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 10th, 2013    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

RoominateHave you ever noticed that most toys on the market today which are geared toward science and technology are what I would call "for boys"?  Construction sets frequently allow for building bridges and skyscrapers and anything electronic usually revolves around cars and robots.

No wonder only 15% of female first-year college students intend to major in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and less than 11% of engineers are women.  Personally, science has always been a love of mine and since I have a Bachelors of Science in Genetics and am also the mother to a super smart little 4-year-old girl, I pass along my love of the subject to my daughter every chance I get.

That's why I was thrilled to learn of the Roominate line of toys.  These toys are designed to bring STEM to little girls in a way that's actually enjoyable FOR THEM.  Just think of how fun it would be to actually design and build your own dollhouse from the ground up?

I reviewed The Original Roominate Kit from Maykah Inc., which retails for $59.00.

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February
9
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 9th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

Origami OwlValentine's Day is a holiday of the heart and giving the gift of jewelry is one of the most popular ways to express how much you care for someone.  I adore receiving jewelry from loved ones in my life because I'm a very sentimental gal.   Each and every time I wear a special piece of jewelry, I fondly remember the person that gave it to me.

That's why I'm such a fan of personalized jewelry.  In my opinion, personalized jewelry is the epitome of a gift that will be cherished and loved forever.  Origami Owl has a brand new line of unique customizable jewelry called TAGGED.  This new line encapsulates the art of expression and can truly represent almost anything in your life.  Keep reading for some amazing Valentine's Day gift ideas with a personal touch!

Origami Owl was founded by a 14-year-old trying to raise money for a new car.  Just 2 years later, thousands of Independent Consultants run their own Origami Owl businesses!

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February
9
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 9th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

Edible ArrangementsIt's kind of a rather cruel joke...  New Year's Day has come and gone and we are all frantically trying to stick to the resolutions we set for ourselves.  You know the ones:  eating better and exercising more.  Unfortunately, the very first holiday we must face is Valentine's Day, a holiday known for chocolate and candy.  UGH!  :pull hair out:

If you think your Valentine's Day has to be filled with the very sweets you've been busy staying away from, rest assured there's another way.  Edible Arrangements has a delectable way to garnish any occasion with a healthful selection of perfectly ripened fruit. Their Valentine's Day Gift Ideas are the perfect way to express your love and support the healthy decisions your loved one has made too.

I reviewed the Valentine's Day Bouquet™ (Small) from Edible Arrangements, which retails for $69.00.

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February
9
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 9th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

AgrariaOne of the reasons I love Valentine's Day is because I consider it the "girliest" of all holidays.  There's candy, flowers and hearts everywhere with plenty of love in the air too!  Everything feminine seems to be revered on Valentine's Day, including lingerie, jewelry and amazing fragrances.

Agraria is a company made famous by its unique potpourri and palm leaf packaged products in the 1970's.  Today, Agraria fragrances and body care products can be found at many high-end boutiques and department stores all over the world.  Bitter Orange is the scent that started it all and I had the chance to sample this fragrance for myself.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Bitter Orange Gift Suite from Agraria, which retails for $95.00.

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February
8
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on February 8th, 2013    Filed in: Product Reviews

Be glad to live in a country like the United States where we can express our opinions and our beliefs freely in public forums.  Just imagine how horrible it would be to be wrongly imprisoned like the following two men:

Nabeel Rajab is currently serving time in prison for posting anti-government comments on Twitter in addition to instigating and participating in peaceful gatherings considered to be illegal by the Bahraini government.  He is a prominent Bahraini human rights activist whose freedom has been compromised.

  • The average Twitter user tweets 4 times a day and has the freedom to say anything.
  • Bahrain is fighting words with weapons by imprisoning citizens for tweeting. You can say No Mas to oppression by signing the petition to free Nabeel Rajab in Bahrain.

140 Characters to Life

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