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Diamond Candles- A Ring In Every Candle

Posted on July 13, 2012January 10, 2016 by Mandy

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If you are a big fan of candles like I am, you might be lucky to be able to use the votive or jar your candle came in again to repurpose it for something else.  What if I told you that there is a candle you can use, enjoy, and actually get a ring from that might be worth $10, $100, $1000, or $5000?  Yes, a ring! It’s called a Diamond Candle. Take a look here:

Naturally, I was very intrigued when I heard about Diamond Candles, so I just had to try one out for myself.  The candle I received was a Pomegranate Lemonade soy candle and it smelled amazing and true to description.  All Diamond Candles are made with 100% soy wax and the quality is top notch.

 

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I was so excited about the ring inside the candle that I immediately lit my candle as soon as it arrived.  It took a few days, but it finally burned down to where I could see the foil wrapper containing the ring that is located to the side.

 

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Yes, I dug that foil wrapper out as soon as I could easily get to it and this is what was inside my candle:

 

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Beautiful, right?  I’m pretty sure it is worth less than $100, but it’s still pretty and definitely a ring I can wear anytime!  See?  Isn’t that better than any ordinary candle?

You will definitely want to follow Diamond Candle’s Facebook page because they offer specials and giveaways all the time.  If you are looking for a fabulous smelling candle with a little “something extra”, look no further than Diamond Candles.

 

I received this candle to review.  No other form of compensation was received.

We Felt Like Royalty At Embassy Suites!

Posted on July 12, 2012January 10, 2016 by Mandy

In the heart of Grapevine, Texas, the Embassy Suites DFW Airport North Outdoor World towers over the city and is definitely tops in service.  My family and I just experienced an incredible night’s stay and we literally hated to leave.

When we stepped into the doors of the hotel, we were greeted by the friendly front desk manager.  She was so welcoming, got us all checked in, and then she informed us that we had been chosen as “Guests of the Day” and immediately upgraded our room to a Penthouse Suite.  Naturally, this excited us to no end!  Our room was located on the 12th floor, which excited my son to no end, because he had already been asking before we checked in if we could stay “all the way at the top”.  He loves elevators and heights.

The lobby itself was amazing. I think I could have spent all day just sitting there taking it all in.  There were fountains, a gift shop, areas for dining and visiting, and even a coffee bar!

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Our room was equally impressive.  When we walked into our suite, we heard classical music playing from the bedside alarm clock.  Our suite had a living area, a bedroom, a full bath, and a half bath.

 

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Our room had a king sized bed, perfect for the three of us.

 

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There was also a wet bar with a microwave, refrigerator, sink, and coffee maker.  The coffee maker was fabulous!  Complimentary coffee was provided.  The half bath was spacious and definitely appreciated.  We never fought over the bathroom once!

 

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The master bathroom was heavenly.  Everything was clean, the towels were crisply folded and plush, the toiletries were by Crabtree & Evelyn (love!), and the tub had jets.  However, the thing that impressed us most about this big bathroom was that it had a TV!  My son, of course, thought this was THE best.

 

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We also had a private patio with an incredible view of the city below.

 

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There were two 32-inch flat-screen televisions in our suite and my son enjoyed watching a movie on demand, compliments of the manager.  He also fell asleep on the sofa. Had we needed the extra sleeping room, the sofa would have made out into a sleeper bed.

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We all slept very comfortably.  The mattress was perfect, the sheets were cool and crisp (just the way I like them), and extra pillows were provided in case we needed them.

The next morning, we headed downstairs to enjoy a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast.  This is well worth getting up for because any breakfast food you could possibly want was available.  My son was especially excited about the fresh fruit!

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After breakfast, we checked out the fitness room and my husband tried out the weights.  We also checked out the pool area (and met the super nice man who takes care of the pool) and just looked around more before it was time to leave.

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We hate that we had to miss out on the manager’s reception the evening we arrived there (complimentary drinks and appetizers), but we went to a baseball game, so we had to leave early for that.

Our stay at Embassy Suites DFW Airport North Outdoor World was absolutely incredible and should you find yourself in the area and need a hotel, you really needn’t look any further.  No attention to small detail was overlooked, and those small details are just the kind of things that make staying here extra special.  We were treated like absolute royalty from the moment we walked through the doors until we pulled away from the hotel to drive back home.  Everyone (managers, housekeeping, the valet parking service, cooks, doormen, and other hotel employees) we had contact with went above and beyond to make us feel absolutely welcomed and comfortable and we thank them so much for their hospitality and excellent service.  They also went out of their way to make my son feel comfortable, and even though this hotel looks very nice, I can assure you it is also very kid-friendly.  I can honestly say our family has never felt so spoiled while staying away from home.

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There’s still time to enter Embassy Suite’s Get More Vacation Contest! Upload your family’s “vacation face” photo with a caption explaining how your family plans to get the most out of your summer vacation – before, during and after.  Enter on the Embassy Suites Facebook page by July 20, 2012 for your chance to win!

 

I wrote this review while participating in an Ambassador Program by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Embassy Suites Hotels and received a one-night complimentary stay at an Embassy Suites Hotel to facilitate my reviews and a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.

P & G/Costco “Thank You Mom” Prize Pack Giveaway

Posted on July 12, 2012July 12, 2012 by Mandy

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Growing up, no matter what activity I participated in (dance, cheerleading, theater), my mom was always my biggest fan, supporting me and shuffling me to and from practices and performances.  When you are pursuing your dreams, it means the world to have someone special there to cheer you on and encourage you.

Procter & Gamble invites you to celebrate and send off three-time Olympian and World Champion Water Polo Player Brenda Villa, as she and her mom, Rosario, head off to the London 2012 Olympic Games.  As the Proud Sponsor of Moms for the London 2012 Olympic Games, P&G is celebrating moms around the world and saying “Thank you, Mom.”

As Brenda began to excel at water polo, her mom, a Mexican immigrant, encouraged her to pursue her goals and dreams in a completely unfamiliar sport. You can read more about Brenda’s journey here.

When raising children, especially athletes, Rosario gives this advice to moms; “Encourage them, support them and allow them to follow their dreams. Make sure you give them the confidence to follow their own values and beliefs and stay true to themselves.”

To help inspire you, P&G is offering great brands- available at Costco – delivering the performance you want and the value you expect.

 

GIVEAWAY:

 

One lucky reader will win a P & G/Costco Prize Pack, which includes:

*   Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Micro-Sculpting Cream
*   Venus Spa Breeze 2 in 1 Razor Plus Shave Gel Bars (White Tea Scent)
*   Secret Clinical Strength Advanced Solid (Light and Fresh Scent)
*   Gillette Comfort Advance Sensitive Skin Shave Gel
*   Swiffer Sweeper Dry Sweeping Refills (16 count)
*   Bounty Paper Towel Roll
*   Fekkai Technician sample packs:
*   Fekkai Technician Color Care Shampoo
*   Fekkai Technician Color Care 3-Minute Mask

 

TO ENTER:

 

Fill out the Rafflecopter form below.  You can do as many or as few entries as you like, but the first entry (leaving a comment) is mandatory. Giveaway ends July 30, 2012 at 12:01 AM EST. U.S. ONLY. 18+ Void where prohibited.

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P & G provided me with a prize pack as a thank you for my time, as well as one to give away to a reader.

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