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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on June 3rd, 2012    Filed in: Product Reviews

Ruth's Chris Steak HouseWith Father's Day around the corner, you may be searching for a truly spectacular way to celebrate dad.  My husband is a terrific father who always makes the time for Riley, even though he works two jobs in the meantime.  I wanted to treat Michael to a wonderful night out in order to show how appreciative we are for all of his love and hard work, yet unfortunately, I was falling short on great ideas.

That's why I'm thrilled to have the chance to take Michael out on the town for an unforgettable night at Ruth's Chris Steak House!  Ruth's Chris is the place that showed the world how great a steak can be.

Their steaks are carefully selected and aged for tenderness, then cut thick to ensure juiciness.  Seared to perfection at 1800 degrees and seasoned simply with salt, black pepper and a touch of parsley, because a steak like this needs nothing else.  Topped with fresh butter that sizzles seductively on your plate, announcing the arrival of a great steak.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's Chris Steak House will be pairing with Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotches and Moet and Casa Lapostolle wines on Sunday, June 10th to bring you a phenomenal night of amazing spirits and innovative cuisine.  Attendees will get to sample champagne, Cabernet Sauvignon and several varieties of single malt scotch, as well as delight in a 5-course meal that includes the following:

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June
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on June 2nd, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

Candle Warmers Etc. Candle Warmers, Etc. develops, manufactures, and distributes patented candle warming appliances and other related giftware appliances and accessories to accent and fragrance the home.  Candle Warmers Etc. also domestically manufactures and distributes candles under the "Jamie Clair" brand of hand-poured, scented candles bringing both wicked and wickless candle options to discerning customers.

Candle Warmers, Etc. commitment to enhancing the home with affordable and safe candle warmer appliances and accessories has contributed to its success with several varied product lines.  Among the Candle Warmers, Etc. product categories are:  traditional plate candle warmers, candle warmer lamps and lanterns, the Jamie Clair line of wicked/wickless candles and candle warmer lamp accessories.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Contempo Candle Warmer Lamp in Oil Rubbed Bronze and Jamie Clair Fine Fragrance Candle in Sandalwood from Candle Warmers Etc. which retail for $34.99 and $19.99, respectively.

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June
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on June 2nd, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

Plantronics Being a busy work-at-home mom means that multitasking is now a way of life.  There's simply not enough hours in the day to accomplish everything I need to by just completing one task at a time.  When I'm cooking dinner, I'm also playing with my daughter and periodically responding to comments on my blog.  When I'm running or riding my bike around the neighborhood, I also have my smartphone with me to check emails, take and make phone calls, etc.

In order for me to multitask successfully, I need high-quality technology that can keep up with my ever-growing list of demands.  Plantronics has a brand new Bluetooth headset on the market that multitasks like no other.  It's called the BackBeat GO and is designed to deliver rich, stereo sound while allowing you to take calls, listen to music and watch movies.  What's more, the BackBeat GO has no cords to get tangled up in either.  Now this I had to see!  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the BackBeat GO Bluetooth Headset from Plantronics which retails for $99.99 with FREE SHIPPING.

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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on June 1st, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

Mohawk HomeI love that my home actually has a formal dining room, for it's the perfect space to use when friends and family visit for the holidays.  It also makes a great entryway since it's one of the first rooms you see when coming into our home.  The furniture that's in our formal dining room is very special to me, for it originally belonged to my great-grandmother and was purchased in Germany around the 1900s.  It's been handed down through the generations and is now on display in my home.

Unfortunately, the color of the antique furniture matches our hardwood floors almost exactly causing the room to look like one huge clump of brown.  I always wanted a large area rug in that room that would help separate the brown of the furniture from the brown of the floor.  In my mind, the area rug needed to have a classic antique look, but until recently, I had never found a high-quality floor covering that I truly liked.

Mohawk Home is the largest nationwide supplier of both rugs and mats, and for good reason. They offer beautiful designs and top-notch quality at an affordable price. I recently had the chance to upgrade my dining room in a BIG WAY with one of their Multicolor Select Versailles Area Rugs. Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the 8' x 11' Multicolor Select Versailles Area Rug in Istanbul from Mohawk Home, which retails for $384.71.

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May
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 31st, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

CheapDVDPacks.comWith the economy as it is and a lot of families on hard times, you might be wondering how you are going to pull off a fun family vacation this year.  Although it is nice to be able to travel someplace you've never been before, a fun family vacation is all about spending quality time with your loved ones.

That's why the "staycation" has recently become a popular option.  With a little creative thinking, you can pull together one week of glorious fun and never leave the town you live in.  Have you and your family dreamed of visiting some of the famous national parks like Yosemite or maybe seeing the Grand Canyon?  If so, try a staycation which incorporates some amazing high definition tours of these places on Blu-ray while camping out in the backyard.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed 4 Blu-rays from CheapDVDPacks.com, which retail for $7.99 each.
Receive 25% OFF your entire national parks on Blu-ray order with coupon code "PARKS25"
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May
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 31st, 2012    Filed in: Product Reviews

Teddy Needs a BathIt seems that all small children have a favorite stuffed animal, soft toy or "lovey" of some kind.  These valuable companions usually go everywhere with your child: outside to play, at the table during meal times and definitely off to bed during nap time and bedtime.

The more cherished a toy is to a child, the dirtier it seems to get and the more delicate you must be when the toy needs cleaning.  Tossing it into the washer and dryer is definitely the easiest method of cleaning your children's toys, but being exposed to the inner parts of the washer and/or dryer can result in ripped and ruined toys.  :cry:

That's why I'm glad that there's Teddy Needs a Bath!, an eco-friendly, high-quality, 100% cotton washer and dryer bag that makes washing your child's toys, clothes and shoes super easy.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Teddy Needs a Bath! Washer and Dryer Bag for Toys which retails for $14.99 with FREE SHIPPING.

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