DII 100% Cotton, Machine Washable, Oversized Classic 20x20" Napkin Set of 6, Cabana Cream & White Stripe

DII 100% Cotton, Machine Washable, Oversized Classic 20x20" Napkin Set of 6, Cabana Cream & White Stripe                              

Love, love, love the way we are slowly saving the planet by returning a bit of gentility to our dining! No more paper napkins. Instead, companies like DII are making an affordable alternative in napkins for the dining experience!

And these are lovely napkins that I would recommend for everyday use. Classic 20" x 20" napkins in 100% machine washable cotton. They are 'Cabana Cream' with a white stripe (just a subtle hint of color in the cabana cream.) Perfect for family dining. Though the weave is slightly rougher than you might want to use for guests.

You can find the set of six napkins here and they retail for $18.99.

I give these napkins five stars,

 a big thumbs up,

and my personal recommendation.

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Complete Nutrition Charge On Protein Bars

Complete Nutrition Charge On Protein Bars

8-Count

I don't always get a chance to eat breakfast, especially since I'm not a morning person. So about 10:30, my morning coffee caffeine rush is gone, and I am getting hungry and run down. Let me tell you, these Charge On protein bars are great! I am soon back on my feet and up to my game!

Get for after workouts, too. 20g of Protein in each bar gets you reset fast! And at 210 calories, not too shabby!

You can purchase these bars here they are $20 for a box of 8 (or $2.50 each), well worth the reset value when you are tired after a workout!

These are naturally sweetened with only 5g of sugar. Are they vegan? Sorry, the ingredients doesn't tell you that.

I give these protein bars five stars,

and a big thumbs up.

Will I purchase again? Probably not, as I like to make my own natural protein bars so I can tell exactly what went into it.

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PLANET AUDIO Navigation, Bluetooth, DVD/MP3/CD, 6.5" Monitor

Planet Audio Navigation with Bluetooth, and DVD/MP3/CD Capability and 6.5-inch Monitor

First, let me point out, the product page DOES NOT tell you that this is an in-dash piece of equipment. I had intended it to be a gift, received it and found that out. It would have replaced other equipment factory installed that was of more physical value. So, just be forewarned that this is NOT a dash mount piece of equipment.

Okay, that out of the way, let me say it is absolutely an awesome navigator! Has a peasant screen voice for directions! (Better than Siri!) It is Bluetooth capable, so sync with your iPhone, iPad, etc. It will play DVD's, CD's, or your MP3 files. Use the included USB cable, and listen through your car speakers!

Love it!

You can find it for sale here for $148.18. A VERY reasonable price, that includes shipping and handling.

I rate this with 5 stars,

a big thumbs up,

and my personal recommendation.

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Built NY Curve Winged Corkscrew in Stainless Steel

Built NY Curve Winged Corkscrew in Stainless Steel

Like most everything else I own that is Built NY, I really like this corkscrew. It is easy to use and doesn't take a lot of muscle, like so many other standard corkscrews do.

Dishwasher safe, it looks good for a long time to come. Although, for it's simple design, I thought it was a bit overpriced at $23.02. (Heck, I only gave $5 for my favorite corkscrew, the Rabbit, on sale!) Maybe with time this will drop in price as well.

But for all intents and purposes this works well. I opened four bottles of wine, and the cork came out perfectly each time. (The wings do give you stability so you don't have to worry about splitting the cork, or crumbling the cork as much as with the $1.99 one you got at the gas market.!)

You can purchase the Built NY  corkscrew here for $23.02, plus shipping and handling.

I give it five stars,

and a big thumbs up!

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Feiss 2-Bulb Flush Mount Ceiling Sconce

Feiss 2-bulb Flush Mount Ceiling Sconce

Looking for a bit of nostalgia to add to your home? Look no further than this beautiful, hand rubbed bronze finish Feiss 2-bulb ceiling light. Lovely in any room, but with 2 bulb capability, perfect for dining, or even bathroom!

The beautiful hand rubbed bronze finishes give it that antique, pre-1940, look, but with modern wattage capability (holds up to 2 60-watt bulbs).

Easy installation. And perfect for any room. Would be gorgeous in a craftsman era home!

I give this five stars,

a big thumbs up,

and my recommendation!

 You can find this flush mount sconce here. It retails for $89.60, and is eligible for free shipping and handling.

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Lenox Pierced Paisley 10-inch Vase in Ivory

Lenox Pierced Paisley 10-inch Vase in Ivory, Trimmed in Gold

Imagine what a bouquet of flowers will look like when you present them to your someone special in this beautiful porcelain vase by Lenox! (Okay, by now you surely know how I feel about Lenox! Top of the line baby!)

This lovely 10-inch vase will look stunning with a dozen (or two) red roses!

The beautiful paisley piercings are simply amazing, but it's the gold trim that sets this vase apart from others. Well, that and the Lenox name!

I can't wait to fill it with loads of summer flowers! So beautiful for the dining table (not soo high you won't be able to see over or around it!). And just as lovely in the bedroom, living room, or study! Or better yet, gift it to someone special with flowers!

I give this beautiful Lenox porcelain vase five stars,

a big thumbs up,

and my personal recommendation.

You can find this Lenox vase here. It retails for $57.07 and qualifies for free shipping and handling.

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Lenox Creekside Highball Tumbler in Turquoise

Lenox Creekside Highball Glass in Turquoise

This glass holds a whopping 19-ounces! Great for iced-tea on a hot summers day! Perfect for that frozen mixed drink during the summer's lazy evenings!

This beautiful Lenox glass (and you know if it's Lenox how I love it!) has a beautiful summer sky blue hue. It has a ridged texture which means less chance of slipping while holding it, or during washing process. Great for all of your drinking needs. A complete set would be beautiful on your summer patio for dinner or evening drinks!

I give these beautiful glasses five stars,

a big thumbs up,

and my recommendation for purchase.

You can find the Lenox Creekside Highball Tumbler's here. Each tumbler retails for $22, a pair or a set will provide you with free shipping and handling!

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Keeper Ratchet Tie-Downs 4 Pack

Keeper Ratchet Tie-Downs, 4 Pack

This isn't exactly a product that you will likely use every day. But it is something you will want to have on hand for a multitude of tasks!

The ratchet tie-downs are excellent for a pickup loaded down and a a tarp covering the load. Simply hook each end of the tie down to opposing sides of the pickup bed, and ratchet them down tight. No worries of a blowing tarp in the wind, or worse, a tarp flying away and blinding a driver behind you!

Great for a load of building supplies while transporting. Keeps the load stabilized and free from shifting!

Also a great way when hauling something in your car's trunk to keep the trunk pulled snug while traveling without worry about it flapping up and down!

There are dozens of uses for these 10-foot tie down!

Best of all, they come in a 4-pack!

I give these tie-downs five stars,

a big thumbs up,

and my recommendation.

You can find Keeper Ratchet Tie-Downs here.  The four pack retails for $14.97, plus shipping and handling. A great buy!

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American Greetings Mean So Much Mother's Day Card With Attachments

American Greetings Mean So Much Mother's Day Card With Attachments

This is such a lovely card! You can send it to your Mom, for Mother's Day. Or you can send it to a special Mom, someone you look up to like a Mother. Or even for a new Mother.

The card has dimensional additions. Like the beautiful blue butterfly that appears to fly right off the front of the card! Or the ginko leaves in white that stand out.

There sentiment inside is lovely:

On Mother's day, we think about the women who make a difference in our lives, the ones who want the best for us, the ones who keep on caring, no matter what. That's why I'm thinking about you today and want you to know how lucky I feel to have you in my life. Happy Mother's Day

See what I mean? You can send it to any special Mother in your life! Appropriate for many women!

This gorgeous American Greetings  Mother's Day card can be found here. It retails for $7.99 plus shipping and handling. Add a gift for your total to come to $35 and shipping and handling are free!

I give the card five stars,

a big thumbs up,

and I highly recommend it.

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Barney Bakery Blanched Almond Flour

Barney Butter Blanched Almond Flour

Okay, so I tried Barney Bakery Almond Meal first, and was simply wowed by how wonderful the texture and flour was when I rolled my tofu in it and then fried it. (Oh, my! Heaven on the tongue!) But today, we have tried out the Barney Bakery Blanched Almond Flour.

I decided to try to make a loaf of bread in my Toastmaster Bread Machine. I simply substituted the almond flour for bread flour. The rest of the recipe is simple enough, a little oil (I used Bertolli EVOO), some yeast and some water. And let my machine do its thing.

When the baking was happening, the aroma in my house was divine!  Expecting it to have a slight nutty flavor due to the almond flour, I was pleasantly surprised when you had to really TASTE for the subtle hint of nuttiness to the flavor. It was totally AWESOME! (So what does a vegan put on bread? I made an avocado pesto that was to die for! It was wonderful! Of course, the hubby slathered thick butter on his. (Doubt he could even taste the bread! LOL)

My point is, that anything you can make with regular wheat flour, you can make with almond flour. So let the baking begin! I'm thinking blonde brownies for dessert tomorrow, sweetened with maple syrup instead of sugar. What think ye? Sounds yummy!

You can purchase a 13-ounce bag of Barney Bakery Blanched Almond Flour here.  The price is $11.48 a bag, but hurry, right now when you add the item to your shopping cart, you can click on a 20% off discount coupon! That's a great savings!

Be sure to try out the Barney Bakery Almond Meal that I previewed earlier, too! Oh, heck, go ahead and order both! You'll find they are well worth every penny spent! And makes your favorite dishes delicious!

I rate this product with five stars,

I give it a big thumbs up,

and I highly recommend it!

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Barney Bakery Natural Almond Meal

Barney Bakery Natural Almond Meal

I haven't been a vegan for very long, just a short three months. But I have already come to rely upon Barney Bakery meal and flours for my cooking and baking needs. And the Almond Meal has fast become one of my all time favorites.

I use this meal when I am frying tofu. I love to cut my tofu into "steaks" after draining the liquid. Then I dip them in my "egg" wash (1 tbsp. ground chia seed with 3 Tbsp. water) and roll them in this almond meal before frying in coconut oil. Who says eating vegan has to be boring?

I've also substituted almond meal instead of cornmeal when baking "cornbread", with fantastic results! (Thanks Mrs. B. for the delicious beans that went with the almond meal bread!)

And I've also dipped my tofu in this, redipped in the "egg" wash, and then rolled it in panko for a crispier version. Oh my! Either way it's delish!

This great almond meal can be used for about anything you can imagine! Sprinkle it on the bottom of your pizza pan, then make a pizza crust from the finer ground almond flour (Yes, Barney's Bakery has that too!) and you've got the start of a delish pizza! Everyone loved the slightly nutty flavor! Load the dough down with some fresh veggies, and homemade pizza sauce, and drizzle a thin hummus paste over all, and you've got a pizza made in heaven, vegan-style! Love it!

You can find Barney Bakery Natural Almond Meal here. It retails for $9.99, and you get a generous sized bag of 13-ounces, or about 2-1/2 cups.

Almond meal can be used for just about any kind of breading needs you have for veggies or meats.  Almond Meal is low in carbohydrates and a good source of protein, fiber, vitamin E, and magnesium. And you can store the bag in your refrigerator's freezer to extend the shelf-life.

Remember that Almond Meal is simply whole almonds that have been ground to a meal consistency.

Barney Bakery is certified peanut-free, it is gluten free, and is certified Non-GMO. So you can feel good about using it.

I rate this product with five stars,

I give it a big thumbs up,

and I give it my personal recommendation.

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AmazonBasics USB 3.1 Type-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

AmazonBasics USB 3.1 Type-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter 

Love this adapter! It is a USB 3.1 Type C AV three port adapter. As you can see it fits three very distinct different devices. And the plug fits into a laptop, not a regular USB port on a PC. I have a TOSHIBA laptop, and it has the Type-C USB, so it's great. I use this adapter to charge both my phone and my Kindle at the same time, using a single USB port! And it works wonderful!

I notice no lag time in charging two devices at once through the single USB port, like I have with other, less capable adapters. So, I am really excited to add this to my stash of tech supplies!

The description also tells us that it can be used in reverse! Something not all adapters are capable of! And you data at some pretty fast speed:  5.4 Gbps; maximum current output of .9 Amps.

Best of all, it is compatible with Windows 10/8.1/8, Mac OS and Chrome; easy installation - no drivers or power adapters required.

You can purchase the adapter here.  It retails for $39.99, and is available with free shipping and handling! (Always a great perk!)

I rate this adapter with five stars, 

I give it a big thumbs up,

and I highly recommend it.

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IRWIN Performance Series Demolition Phillips Screwdriver

IRWIN Performance Series Demolition Phillips Screwdriver

This 6-inch Irwin Performance Series Demolition Phillips Head Screwdriver is top of the line! The hand is heavy, and allows for a firm grip with it's textured design. The shaft is sturdy. You will find it is great for those heavy duty jobs in the home, or as a professional. And the renown star-shaped tip, known as a Phillips Head, will allow you to dig down into those screws without rounding the edges off.

Used for a dozen designed jobs , or more, you will be happy to add this to your tool chest.

You can find the Irwin located here. It retails for $12.90 plus shipping and handling.

I rate this five stars,

I give it a big thumbs up!

And I give it my personal recommendation.

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