Odwalla Game Day Challenge and Champions for Kids Simple Service Project

Once again I am honored to be participating in a Simple Service Project for the amazing organization called Champions for Kids. This service project is all about encouraging kids to go outside and be physically active so that they can be healthier.

Champions for Kids has teamed up with Odwalla Juice to make this a fun and delicious way to be active.

I am shopping at Walmart for sports items to donate to a charity or organization that benefits children. Walmart's low prices help make my donation dollars go further and I appreciate that.

I am also purchasing Odwalla juice for donation. Odwalla is so healthy for children and adults. Kids love it's great taste. I will donate this and some fun sports items to a local community center or after-school program.

Odwalla juices contain healthy ingredients like vitamins, antioxidants, and protein. That makes it a better choice to give to kids than so many other drinks that are available out there. I know these healthy drinks will be appreciated.

Walmart always has a great selection of things to choose from. These rubber balls are a good choice because there are so many games kids can play with them.

I wanted to participate in this project because I know about the benefits that kids get from being physically active. My own children participated in many team and individual sports through-out the years and they loved it. I'm happy to help in this small way so that other children might be able to be more active and healthier.

Here are the items I've selected to buy and donate. Balls and jump ropes are always a great way to have fun. Using a jump rope can provide a great way to have a lot of fun, either by yourself or with friends. I've picked up two regular jump ropes and one that can be shared. There's a fun paddle ball game where the ball sticks to the paddle.

I've also gotten bubbles and sidewalk chalk. I'm sure all this can be used by programs that provide care for kids and need help in providing toys and equipment for them to use.

I've asked my neighbors to join in with their donations and one of them gave me three almost new bike helmets for kids. Helmets are a must for safety and I know some kids just can't afford them so they don't wear one. I'm very happy that I have these helmets to give.

I'm hoping to get more items to donate to this great project. The weather here is getting much nicer and these items will be great to go outside and play with. Healthy Odwalla juice is great to drink after playing, too.

I'm excited to be dropping off my donations soon and I'm proud to be a part of Champions for Kids and be participating in this project.

To learn more about Champions for Kids and how you can get involved in a Simple Service Project, visit their website, Facebook and Twitter pages.


 You can see my shopping trip to Walmart for kids sport activity supplies and Odwalla juice by reading my Google+ story.

*This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias.
All opinions expressed in this shop are my own and your experience may vary. #Cbias #OdwallaCFK

What to do with all the leftover Eggs?

A chocolate and candy covered smile for Easter was wonderful. My son had a blast for Easter this year. But he does not like to eat eggs. So now I need something to do with all the leftover eggs. Other than deviled eggs, does anyone have a good idea how to eat these, it might take a few days to get them all eaten.

Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler Review and Giveaway

Recycling is now something I do as easily as throwing something away. I didnt really think about needing to have its own bin until my son became the ever curious explorer. I used to have a bag that sat next to the garage door for things like milk jugs, cans and water bottles. Now that he gets into everything and please dont touch is something he thinks is funny I knew we needed a better solution.

Rubbermaid makes all sorts of great everyday products, so much more than food containers. I like the variety of products they make for recycling needs. The Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler is perfect for hiding the stuff I need to recycle and can keep my son out of it.

It is simple to install and easy to use. I usually take out the recycling each day as I clean up the kitchen for the night and with the Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler I can grab it by the handle. This has made it easier to recycle items as I use them without having to worry about my son getting into it.

Product Info:

The Hidden Recycler attaches to the inside of a cabinet door to collect recyclables out of sight and keeps your counters clear. The bag is durable, machine washable, and made of recycled material. Collect your recyclables and then easily lift the bag from the lid and cabinet by the handle to take them out to your recycle bin.

• Hinged lid attaches to cabinet door with over the door hooks or screws
• Bag is made from 65% post-consumer resin
• Bag is machine washable
• Comfortable handle for transport
• 5 gallon bag holds 36 uncrushed cans and is large enough to fit 1 gallon milk jugs

I really like the new Stackable Recycler from Rubbermaid too. It would be great for the garage. Being organized is a great way to start off your Spring Cleaning. If you know what you have and where it is I find it to be much easier to keep things clean.

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Uncle Milton's Toys National Geographic Explorer Toys Review

Looking for something for the Science Kid in your family? Or have a child who likes to explore and learn while using imaginative play? If so you should check out Uncle Milton! Uncle Milton leads the science category with popular brands such as; Star Wars Science, Explore It, Back 2 Nature, Ant Farm, Dinosaur Train, In My Room, Horrible Pets and Tarantula Planet. Their newest line of products are from the National Geographic, which include things for your little explorer.

We were sent the 4-in-1 Explorer Navigation Tool and the High Sierra Eco Explorer to try out. JJ has really been into science lately, always asking about the earth and life. Also wanting to know what bugs and creatures are for and where they come from. Exploring in the dirt and yard for good finds!

The High Sierra Eco Explorer is cool (words from my son). It has a Headlamp (all kids love a headlamp), a magnifier, soil sifter, tweezers and a digging tool. He got straight to work outside! The tweezers are nice and big so he could maneuver them well. It was fun to collect things int the jar and show us his finds. FUN for sure!!







The 4-in-1 Explorer Navigation Tool is a compass, thermometer, whistle and signal mirror all in one!! It attaches right to your belt loop. JJ thought he was so big stuff walking around with the tool hanging from his pants. My husband has recently started going on hikes with our oldest, just him and JJ exploring nature. Not only has been fun for JJ to navigate their way in the woods and learn about reading a compass, my husband is getting a chance to teach him survival/life skills along the way.




The National Geographic line has more products similar to the ones we reviewed. We loved our National Geographic Explorer tools, these items will be great on our camping trips this summer! Along with the New National Geographic products they have a ton of great other fun things to check out at Uncle Milton's Toys!!

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Happy Easter 2012

Happy Easter everyone! We hope your having a day filled with fun enjoying the people you love. We are eating candy, watching Hop the movie, calling family out of state, dying eggs and being thankful for all we have.

Thanks for being such awesome readers and have a wonderful Easter