2012 Orlando Home and Garden Show

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On Sunday, Bill and I attended the 2012 Orlando Home and Garden Show and got to see several new and exciting things available for the house, yard, and even for yourself.

While the only thing we purchased that day was a new ring for me and some delicious dip mix, we took a lot of information for some things that we will be saving up money for in the future - like an inflatable spa that we can put out on our balcony.

I did take some photos of things that are available, some of which I would love to have in my yard - if I had a yard. =)

 

 

 

The ASPCA had rescue dogs available for adoption at the show, these were two of the dogs that were there, they were so cute and friendly.

There was also a dog trainer available for demonstrations and making personal appointments.





These are some of the items I wish I could have in my backyard.

 

 

 

 

This was a super sweet representative from Geico.

 

 

 I heard this lady complaining about all the walking she had to do at the show. DUH!!

 

 

I just thought this was hysterical, all these people sitting in front of everyone with those things in their mouths and the light shining at their faces. I just had to take a photo.

 

 

 

We enjoy going to the Home Show each year and look forward to the one this spring. If you are ever in the area during one of the shows, stop by, it isn't very expensive and you can usually find discount tickets online or or from local merchants.

 

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Today's Eversave Deal - My Favorite: JEWELRY!!!

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Eversave continues this week with its wonderful specials for Valentine's Day and today's is something that I would really LOVE to receive..... JEWELRY!!  These specials are truly awesome. For those in the Florida area Goldsmith Jewelry has this fabulous offer:

Goldsmith Jewelry Today's Save: Get ready to dazzle with $150 to spend on diamond earrings, pendants and bracelets at Goldsmith Jewelry Expires 11:59 PM - Feb 04, 2011

But, I haven't forgotten those of you who don't live here in Florida, here is a magnificent offer that anyone can get online from one of my favorite companies, Ice.com:

Ice.com Today's Save:Get a free pearl bracelet and $50 of jewelry at Ice.com this Valentine's Day Expires 11:59 PM - Feb 04, 2011

And don't forget to head over to the Eversave Facebook page for a chance to win free Saves and Save rewards!



{Disclosure: I am an Eversave Affiliate}
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DiamondEarrings.Org Review

I was lucky enough to receive a free pair of earrings from DiamondEarrings.org to review.  Let me first tell you that I LOVE jewelry and I have a LOT... an armoire full, to be precise, so it takes good quality to impress me. TeeHee

First let me tell you that these are not real diamonds - would be nice, huh?  But, they are really very good quality synthetic diamonds which arrived in a very pretty jewelry box.

I find them to be very comfortable and a really nice size to be worn either alone or as a companion piece in a second hole.  They are also very believable as real diamonds for those of you who are worried that they may look "too big to be real."  I wear them in my second hole and have worn them every day since I received them about a month ago and have gotten several complements on the sparkle that they give off.  They are also princess cut, which is my favorite cut: my wedding ring has a princess cut diamond in the center and my wonderful husband got me a "Past, Present, Future" ring for one of our anniversaries that has princess cut diamonds.

Here's what they look like all alone and next to my genuine diamond earrings.. hard to tell the difference, right?

I really do love these earrings and the fact that they aren't real diamonds doesn't bother me at all. They look really pretty and you cannot tell that they aren't genuine.

You too can have a pair for yourself for just the cost of shipping because DiamondEarrings.org is a start-up company that wants to get their name out to as many people as possible.  Head on over to their site to see the details and for $3.77 for a limited time you can own a pair of these beautiful earrings yourself.

{FTC Disclosure: Thank you to DiamondEarrings.org for providing me these earrings for review so I can give my honest opinion of the product. No other compensation was provided.}

Self Portrait Sunday - I'm Healing Pretty Well

To find out why Maria began Self Portrait Sunday, see her first post here.


With today's self portrait post, I wanted to show everyone how well my incision from my cervical spinal surgery {my procedure: Anterior Cervical Corpectomy} is healing. It is still sore and itchy and kind of red. I'm still having pain in my neck, shoulders and down my arms into my hands, but not nearly as much as I used to have. The constant headache I had for 8 years (YES, eight years) is gone, although from reading my blog, you know that I still suffer from migraines and occasional neurological headaches. I will have those problems for the rest of my life. If you look at the second photograph, you really can't see the incision when you look at me from a short distance unless you really look for it, I am SO happy with the way my neurosurgeon did the procedure. I really shouldn't have that much of a scar at all after about a year.

See these gorgeous earrings.... these were a gift from my WONDERFUL friend Maria, she made them - she is a true artisan. They were a gift from her because I was the top commenter on her wonderful blog Maria's Space, the originator of this meme. I was so surprised when she wanted to give me these for visiting her blog. I just can't help myself, she is a wonderful writer and a fabulous photographer. Please head over to her blog to take a look.

She also has an Etsy shop called Street Angel where she sells her beautiful jewelry, so if you would like to own a pair of earrings like these or other wonderful jewelry, head on over, I'm sure you can find something you will like.

Don't forget to link back to Maria's Space and visit the other participants.... Have a great week.


Until next time..... Lorie

My Name Necklace Review

A couple of months ago, I was lucky, and very happy, to win a beautiful sterling silver necklace custom made with my name from My Name Necklace. It arrived in a very lovely box with a beautiful gold bow. When I opened the box the necklace inside was presented in such a nice way, you could read my name very easily, and I am very happy to report that it was spelled correctly... YIPPEE!

Then I put it on.... it fell right into place, just like it was supposed to, so that anyone looking at it could read what it said. Look how nice it looks against a black shirt. It also looks great right against the skin and feels nice and smooth against your skin because there are no rough edges to stab or scratch you.

I really love the necklace because it is so hard to find things with my name correctly spelled.

If you are looking for a really nice gift for someone this holiday season, I suggest going over to My Name Necklace and take a look around, there are several different styles to chose from that I am sure you can find something to satisfy even the most persnickety person on your list. Plus, they offer free standard shipping anywhere in the world (please allow 18 days for crafting and delivery).

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas.

Until next time..... Lorie (with an "e" at the end)

{I received NO compensation for this review. As mentioned in the post, I won a necklace from My Name Necklace, however the opinions in this post are strictly mine alone. ~ My complete disclosure policy is at the bottom of my blog.}

Outnumbered 3 to 1: Holiday Gift Guide - Charm Factory Review & Giveaway

Melissa over at Outnumbered 3 to 1 has this fantastic giveaway for a gorgeous Charm Bracelet from Charm Factory that I'm sure you guys really won't like {I know I like it, but you all will probably hate it} but I'm including the link here, just so you can take a look if you want to. {I'm sure you don't really want to.} But if you decide to go over, take a look around Melissa's site, she's got lots of other great reviews and giveaways for her Holiday Gift Guide, so I'm sure you'll find something {other than this charm bracelet that I really want to win} that you will truly love. Good luck.....

Outnumbered 3 to 1: Holiday Gift Guide - Charm Factory Review & Giveaway

Happy holidays..... until next time..... Lorie

Win a $25 gift certificate to Inexpensive Watches

Here's another gift certificate you can win: $25.00 to Inexpensive Watches (http://www.inexpensivewatches.com/).





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Remember to check out Andrea's other posts and giveaways, and good luck!!


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