Kroger Simple Truth

 

If you have seen my previous posts, you know I am an avid Kroger shopper. I was recently able to review some of their Simple Truth products.
Simple Truth Granola Cereal - I tried the Mixed Berry. It was delicious and filling. The granola was crunchy and sweet. The berrys were just the right size and very tasty.
Simple Truth Flavored Electrolyte Water - I tried the Blueberry Blackberry flavor. This is the first time I tried flavored water that wasn't carbonated; I was not impressed. It tasted like watered down blueberry blackberry juice. Not sure what I was expecting, but wasn't this. Maybe I just like my water plain.
Simple Truth Organic Bagged Popcorn - This was absolutely delicious. I usually don't like bagged popcorn, because it is usually stale. This was far from that, delicious and tender with just enough salt. The fact that it was organic was just icing on the cake.  

Kroger's Simple Truth products are great natural foods at an affordable price. Because our family likes to eat naturally and save money; Simple Truth is the way for us.

*I received these products from BzzAgent in exchange for my honest review.
 

Jolly VoxBox

My Jolly VoxBox from Influester arrived and I most definitely enjoyed the contents.

Puffs Ultra Soft and Strong to Go Tissue Pack

NYC New York Color HD color trio eye shadow

Rimmel London new Show Off Lip Lacquer

Skinny Cow Candy

Ducklings Mini Rolls

 

First, Puffs Tissues($.49 single) were exactly what I expected and have come to know from my already favorite brand of tissues. They were soft and thick, and I love the to go package which fits nicely in a purse or bag.

 

Next, NYC New York Color HD Color Trio Eye Shadow($2.99) was fun to try. I haven't worn eye shadow in years, but recently picked it up again in the last 2 months. I loved that it came with a plastic insert cover that told me which area to use it in: highlighter, all over lid, and crease. My color was "Long Beach Sands". Neutrals are most definitely my color of choice. It went on smoothly and was very lightweight and easy to use.    

 

Next, Rimmel London  Show Off  Lip Lacquer($5.49-$5.99) was a nice lipstick that went on with a pull out applicator. It went on smooth and glossy like a lip gloss, but ended up with texture and look of a lipstick. The color I tested was "Celestial", a little too pink for my taste but they have over 14 shades; so I am sure I could find one that suited me better. My daughter snatched this one up right away and really likes it.  

 

Next, Nestle Skinny Cow Candy($3.99/box, $1.09 single) was my absolute favorite. I have never tried this brand before so I was skeptical about how well it would taste since it is only 130 calories each. I tried Divine Filled Chocolate Candies with a peanut butter cream covered in chocolate. It was delicious; I had to hide the box so I wouldn't  keep eating them, and so no one else would eat them. They are a perfect treat at only 130 calories. These are definitely going on my grocery list.

 

Next, Ducklings Mini Roll($2-$3) was given to my Daughter to try. She loved the tie-dye print and likes to make things out of duct tape. 

 

*This VoxBox was sent to me by Inflenster in exchange for my honest review.

Airborne Immune Support Supplement

  I have tried Airborne products before with mixed results. This product was no different for me. I tried 21 gummie immune support supplements over a period of 7 days. 1 serving is equal to 3 gummies and an adult can take up to 9 gummies in a day(which seem like a lot to me. Each serving has 1,000 mg of vitamin c, with vitamins c and e, selenium and 35 mg of herbal blend(includes Echinacea and ginger). Since these are gummies don't  forget the 9 grams of sugar per serving.

 

The picture of the guy holding the gummie above is approximately the size of each gummie(kind of reminded me of those orange slice candies I ate as a kid). I did not like having to chew 3 of these gummies just to get one serving, and the were extremely chewy(which might be the reason you have to be over 12 to take them). After finally being  able to chew them down small enough to swallow them; I realized they had a bad after taste.

On a positive note, winter is always a blahhhh time of year for me. After a few days of taking them; I did feel like I had way for energy especially for this time of year(probably the 1,000 grams of vitamin c). These would be great for those with low energy level , low immune system or lack of vitamin C. But would I take them again? Well, even though I had more energy, the taste and amount outweigh that. So, No, I probably would not bother with these supplements again. But others might find them as just the thing they are looking for!     

 

I received this product from Smiley360 in exchange for my honest review.

Kroger Fuel Points

If you don't already know about this great program by Kroger...believe me you will want to. Using your Kroger card to shop you will earn fuel points for every dollar to use on your next fuel purchase at designated fueling stations(note:most Kroger stores have their own fuel pumps).
For the month of December you can earn 4x the fuel points when you purchase a gift card at Kroger. So why not "kill 2 birds with 1 stone". Get that gift card to Lowes for Dad, or a gift card for sis to Michaels and get extra fuel points to use for the holiday road trip.

Check out at http://www.kroger.com
*Received coupons from Bzz Agent in exchange for my honest review

Mama Voxbox from Influenster

 

I was so excited when opening this box since it was my first from Influenster . Everything was packed neatly in a durable  box(that I plan to paint and recycle for use in my daughters hope chest). I received gel insoles from Dr. Scholls, microwave macaroni and cheese from Annies, soft baked bar from Belvita, and 2 different tinted BB creams from Ponds.

My kids immediately went for the Belvita soft baked, ( wait a sec, I thought this was a mama voxbox), well I got to taste a bite anyway. It was very soft and delicious. It was not dry like most bars but very moist and  full of chunks of fruit.

Annie's macaroni was next. Very comparable to other name brand microwave macaroni cups as far as ease of preparation. The taste was also very similar, nice and creamy and cheesy. The plus side, it was made from organic products.

Dr. Scholls gel shoe insoles where next. I decided to give them a good testing out on our trip to the pumpkin farm. These insoles fit perfectly into my tennis shoe. Because they had a slightly sticky surface to the bottom of the insole; there was no bunching up as I walked. Although, I imagined that the sticky would were off over time, I doubt there will be much movement to the insole because of the gel texture. Not only did the gel cushion my step it kept my feet nice and cool; key to visiting a pumpkin patch with 4 excited kids.

Last, I received Ponds BB cream. They sent 2 different shades to try; so I tried out the light shade. Because I am a busy mom of 4 kids, I loved the the fact that the cream included a moisturizer, spf and tint all in one. I used this cream in replacement of my normal foundation and used a little face powder on top of it. Loved how it went on; very smooth and light. This one is a keeper and a must to try out.

All in all, loved this first voxbox. Felt like a pampered mom; which is rare in this house. Nothing negative to say about any of these products.

*This box was sent to me by Influenster inexchange for my honest review.

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TruMoo Milk

Although we choose not to participate in Halloween activities; TruMoo's Halloween campaign for their milk did not affect its great taste.
We tried the chocolate milk. The texture was very smooth and creamy. Some chocolate milks are too thick for our families taste, but TruMoo was just right. We are big milk drinkers and chocolate milk is usually a treat. All my kids enjoyed sipping their milk through their silly straws topped with whipped cream.
The only downfall, is that I had to go to several stores before I actually found this milk. If you go to Tru Moo  you can locate a store near you.
All in all, this milk is delicious and refreshing and comparable in price to other name brand milks.


*This product and/or coupons was sent to me by bzzagent in exchange for my honest review.