Its The Balm Tropical Island Spa Kit Review and Giveaway, ends 3/26/15

Can you feel it in your bones? Have you caught the scent of it? Do you see the signs?

Spring. It's coming... it's just a few short days away...

Now, if you're like me, you change everything just as soon as the last frost of the season has come and gone.

I tend to wear deep, warm fragrances in the winter. Cinnamon, Apple, Bayberry... something intense and full of heat.

But come spring, I am SO ready for light, fruity, bright, and cool!

Ah... the joys of discovery! I found an Etsy shop called Its The Balm. WOW. They have the most amazing, home-made, natural bath and beauty products!   Lip balms, scrubs, lotions, sprays, and soaps!

I KNEW I had to share that discovery with you!

I received the amazing Tropical Island Spa Kit. The kit contains:

*Tropical Island Body Wash

*Island Sugar Scrub

*Tropical Island Organic Body Lotion

*Tropical Island Body Mist

Oh... the fragrance! It takes me back to my home on Tybee and the days spent walking the beach and swimming in the ocean. Seriously, it brought tears to my eyes.

You can smell the pineapple, coconut, vanilla, and citrus. It's sensual. It's heady. It's intoxicating!

I must admit to being particularly fond of the amazing Island Sugar Scrub. It employs sugar and sea salt to exfoliate the skin and essential oils to soothe and soften. I use it on my hands, elbows, and feet! I know Mike is happy as he is ALWAYS complaining about my rough heels.

Used together, you do feel as though you've received a total spa experience. I certainly do. Its aromatherapy, exfoliation, and massage all wrapped together.

All of the fine products produced at Its The Balm are made from natural ingredients such as purified water, essential oils, juices, and glycerin. These are quality products made with care and love.

With my Tropical Island Spa Kit, I am ready for Spring! Bring on the blooming azaleas, flip-flops, sandy beaches, and front-porch swings! I shall be bathed in the delightful scent of pineapples and coconut... sipping on my mint julep, er, sweet iced tea... and watching the world go by. :)

I give all credit to Nicole -- the owner and creator of the Its The Balm line!

You may connect with Nicole on her website, etsy shop, Facebook, Pinterest, and @OrganicSunshine on Twitter.

Nicole has very generously offered one of my readers the opportunity to win the same Spa Kit that I received. Just follow the instructions below for your chance to enter to win!

Winner will receive:

*Tropical Island Body Wash
*Island Sugar Scrub
*Tropical Island Organic Body Lotion

*Tropical Island Body Mist

Open to USA, 16+, No PO Boxes, Please. Giveaway ends on 3/26/15.

DISCLOSURE:
I received the Tropical Island Spa Kit for the purpose of review. I received no monetary compensation. The opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item(s).

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Diva Designed Blog Planner Review and Giveaway Ends 2/20/14

DISCLOSURE:
I received a discount when purchasing this item.  I was not compensated monetarily.  The opinions expressed herein are based on my own use of and experience with this item.

A blog is a journal.  People use it to communicate their thoughts on any given day.  For some, it's a hobby.  For some, it's a business.

For me, like so many others, it's both.

I host product reviews and giveaways on this blog.  I am a Social Media Consultant -- I help others develop their Social Media Pages.  You might think I don't need a paper and pen to keep track, but I do.  I imagine I'm not in the minority here, either.  We must be able to keep track of so many aspects of this business:  Reviews, Products, Finances, Development, Guest Bloggers, Affiliates... the list goes on.

I have been searching for the perfect blog planner since December when I came back to the business.  I looked at every type and style of planner imaginable.  Nothing fit me needs.  I KNEW just what I needed and wanted.  I despaired of ever finding the right fit.

I turned to Etsy and began to search... and then I found it!

The Diva Designed Blog Planner!

FRONT COVER

BACK COVER

Designed by Amanda, this blog planner is as close to perfect as I've found.  It has everything I need to conduct and keep track of my blog: Calendar, Week-at-a-glance, Notes, Review / Giveaway Tracker, and so much more.

About The Planner: 

Are you a blogger and are constantly trying to keep everything organized? I know the feeling! This Blog Planner is 100% customizable, from the cover to any additions, changes you would like to the other pages. With this purchase you will receive the following:

*Custom blog planner cover (please include what you would like on the cover in the notes to seller upon checkout. 
*12-month calendar - can start any month you would like. 
*Post Planner *** 
*Series Planner *** 
*Week at a Glance (52) 
*Year at a Glance 
 *Monthly Blog Schedule (12) *Blog Income Tracker (2) *Blog Expense Tracker (2) 
*Blog Tasks (2) 
*Review/Giveaway Tracker *** 
*Affiliate Tracker (I sheet per affiliate company) *** 
*Blog Stats 
*Incoming and Outgoing Guest Post Tracker *** 
*Giveaways I'm Participating in Tracker *** 
*Blog Post Ideas (4) 
*Notes

IMPORTANT: This planner is 100% customizable, so that means you can choose how many of each page you would like included, depending on your blog schedule! This applies to every page listed above with a *** after it. Please include your choices in the Notes to Seller at checkout or in an email.

I like it that this blog can be customized -- I know I need a few extra pages in different categories.  I also like the way the Diva groups the pages.  No unnecessary pages -- it's concise and it's simple.  And that makes MY life much easier!

The planner is bound with a hard plastic spiral binder which allows the book to open and lay flat or fold easily.  Certainly an advantage when writing!  The planner has a clear cover as well to keep the heavy cardboard paper clean and undamaged.

I've found nothing about this product to dislike.  For me, it's perfect. I'll be ordering my 2015 Planner in November!

I urge you to take a good long look at Amanda's Diva Designed Etsy Shop. She has so much to offer: Daily Planner Note pads, Business Cards, and the 12-month family and life planner. And how's this for convenience? These items are available as pre-made planner OR as digital downloads at lower cost!

You can connect with the Diva on her Social Media Pages: Facebook, Pinterest, and @bargainamanda on Twitter.

The Diva has generously offered one of my readers the chance to win a pre-made planner! Winner's choice of Blog Planner, Direct Sales Planner, or 12-month Family and Life Planner.

*** Please follow all entry instructions carefully.  All entries are verified.  Open to USA only. ***

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