New England’s Finest

 

When I think of New England summers I picture sitting on Adirondack chairs by the lake watching my girls jumping off the dock while the dog digs in the sand.  Life is simple and easy.  Even cooking takes on a new look.  It’s all about cooking on the grill and eating fresh vegetables from the farmers market.  This grilling box from New England’s Finest could not have come at a better time! We loved their box this winter and we couldn’t wait to see what this one held.

What do I love about this box?

New England’s Finest gives each of their boxes a theme.  This for The Grill box could not have come at a better time.  I could se it being a great box for Father’s Day, a housewarming gift, or for that special someone in your life that is a foodie.

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Little Life Subscription Box Review


Little Life Box

Let’s face it…who can’t use a few healthy changes in their life? Sometimes the hardest thing about change is deciding where to start.  The owners of Little Life Box, a monthly health and beauty subscription box, believe in, “taking one healthy step at a time, making decisions you can live with, and changes you feel good about making.” They believe in changing one old habit at a time, making changes when you can.”  

 

What comes in each box?

The box contains up to a dozen health-based items right to your door.  I was beyond thrilled that Little Life Box gave me not only the spring box but also the winter box to review.  When they arrived, I was shocked at how heavy the boxes were.  They were filled to the brim.  I love that! Most of the items were full-size with a few samples thrown in. 

We were given the Spring Deluxe Box

And the Winter Deluxe Box

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Logitech Circle 2 Security Camera System Review

Logitech Circle 2 Security Camera System

 

Summers are filled with carefree days and spontaneous road trips. However, it is not completely stress-free.  Burglary rates are 10% higher in June, July, and August.  Since so many Americans vacation during summer months, there are many homes left unattended. So how can you protect your home while you’re away? Here are some tips from personal safety coach, Kathleen Baty:

1.     ASSESS YOUR PARIMETER: It’s time to take a good look at your house and make some safety changes.  From the street, can you see the entrance to your house or are shrubs and plants obscuring your view? Motion sensor lights and well-lit paths may deter anyone from hanging around your home. Also, make sure your front porch lights are working.

2.    JUST SAY NO TO SOCIAL MEDIA: When you’re traveling, don’t announce it to the world on social media since that’s just asking for trouble.  Sometimes you may not even realize you’re doing it, like if you advertise for a pet sitter on a public site.  Be smart and save the news of your trip for after you return.

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Dapper Dog Subscription Box Review

 

Who deserves to be pampered more than our furry little pup friends? Your dog will love getting a subscription box of their very own and their tails will be wagging when their box comes in the mail each month! The difference between this box and others is Dapper Dog does not have a “one box fits all dogs” attitude.  It caters to each pup as an individual.  Simply fill out your dog’s profile and they will customize it to suit their size, chewing style, and allergies.  We were so happy to review The Dapper Dog Box but no one was happier than Finnegan, our golden retriever that just turned one. 

 

What comes in each box?

Each box contains at least five high quality and healthy goodies for your dog.  Typically, you’ll receive two treats, two toys, and an accessory or chew.  Each box has an average value of $60.

What did we get in our box?

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Takeout Kit Review

I often talk about the connection between food and discovering new cultures.  Being Portuguese, where food dictates everyday life, I know you can learn a ton about a culture by eating their food and even more when you have the chance to prepare it yourself.  We were so thrilled to have the chance to try Takeout Kit, a meal kit service that specializes in food from around the globe.  This meal kit is perfect if you want to get out of your comfort zone and try something you never thought you would be able to cook.  My daughter and I loved cooking our dish for the family, and it would also make for a fun date night or a girls’ get-together.

What did we cook?

Takeout Kits gave us a nice selection of dishes to try out.  I let my girls choose the one they wanted and they decided on:

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Give Joy Crate Subscription Box

Words are powerful and can inspire, comfort, and drive you to live your best life. (Can you tell I miss teaching language arts?)  Give Joy Crate is a seasonal lifestyle and home décor subscription box that focuses on surrounding yourself and your family with joy.  This company is driven to live in truth and are passionate about creating joy. 

We were so thrilled to have the chance to take a peek at this inspirational box and could not wait to look at what was inside.  First of all, how cute is the outside of this box???

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Crated With Love Subscription Box Review

Crated with Love

With kids, work, busy schedules, and adult obligations, we don’t always invest the time to have date nights.  The days of buying a new outfit, taking hours to get ready, and suffering in high heels all night have been replaced with cozy PJ’s and watching Survivor because it’s just so much easier.  Crated with Love takes all the tedious work of date night and lets you just have all the fun.  I was so excited to try this box out.     

What do I love about this box?

Each box has a theme that the date centers around. Our box screamed FUN!  It gave us the chance to be silly and competitive while enjoying each other’s company.  Our theme was CASINO! Why casino? The box said that much like life in a casino, there will be ups and downs, and wins and losses.  But, no matter what, you will never run out of luck as long as you stick together.  I love this!!

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Date Box Subscription

 

As parents, we often put our kids ahead of everything…including our relationship.  We fall into a routine and don’t take the time to nurture ourselves as a couple.  Well time to dust off the romance and step it up a notch.  Dates don’t have to be pricy or complicated (But babes…if you’re reading this, know that my passport is always ready!) it just has to be the two of you spending some quality alone time together…ALONE…can’t stress that enough. (Sorry kiddos!) But let’s face it, who has the energy to actually plan these dates and make sure they keep happening?  I’m happy to say that it does not have to be you!! Date Box is a monthly subscription box that does ALL the work for you!  What? You don’t have to put any thought into it?  Nope…let them do the planning and you do the fun!

What do I love about this box?

The whole idea of a date box is perfect because since it comes every month, it is a reminder that it’s time for some lovin’… (Yeah…that didn’t come out the way I meant it!)  As much as my husband and I WANT to have a date, sometimes we’ll look at each other and not be able to remember the last time we actually made it happen. 

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New England’s Finest Subscription Box

 

New England’s Finest

I love everything about New England…covered bridges, quaint inns, changing foliage…the air even smells crisper here.  I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else, which is why I am absolutely in love with New England’s Finest, a subscription box that is all about New England distinct flavors and charm.  Every box has a theme and the items are specifically chosen for it.  Take a peek…

What do I love about this box?

The theme of this box could not have come at a better time…Health and Wellness!  I took my daughter to get X-rays a few days ago and there were several people wearing face masks and, I swear, it’s what has gotten me sick! OK, it’s probably just a cold, but since it’s a snowy day I may take advantage of it and lie around in PJ’s and enjoy this box. 

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BarkBox Review

Some of you may know that I have a new guy in my life that I’m absolutely crazy about…THIS GUY…

If you’re a dog person, you know how hard it is to not spoil your little friend… they deserve it.  Finnegan was more than happy to help review BarkBox, a monthly subscription box for dogs.  What I like most about this company is they are crazy dog people like myself. I want to sneak over to their office since they say it’s filled with dogs barking, burping, wrassling and chirping.  Now THAT’S an office I could go to each day!  Since first launching in 2012, BarkBox has shipped over 50 million toys and treats, so they really know their stuff!

What do I love about this subscription box?

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