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Save Your Home From End-Of-Summer Boredom with Max Traxxx

Published on August 5, 2017 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

If you’re looking for some end of summer fun, Max Traxxx from Skullduggery is here to save those last days of summer and add a whole new level of fun. Your kids will LOVE these Max Traxxx Tracer Racers! The racers utilize Light Trail Technology as they blaze streaks of light on Skullduggery patented glow-in-the-dark track. Each Tracer Racer beams down purple light rays from its undercarriage onto the track that’s specially engineered to emit glow remnants long after the racer has passed…it seems like just as the track is fading, the racers come back around and light up the track for endless glowing fun.

I received the Max Traxxx Tracer Racers Remote Control Twin Loop set from my friends over at Skullduggery and my kids couldn’t wait to get this thing put together so they could start having fun.

The setup of the track was super simple…just a few minutes and we were ready to have fun! (Keep in mind, you will need 8 AA batteries, 4 for each controller, and it’s best to put the batteries in the controller and charge the cars before you assemble the track so there’s no wait time to start the fun.) Choose your track, racers and loops, take into a dimly lit room and your kids will be ready to set the darkness ablaze. We used this track first in the living room so we could take some decently lit pictures, but the fun in the dark is even more incredible! My 5 year old daughter was able to race alongside my 12 year old son, so no matter if the racer is a beginner or advanced, there is fun for all! The variable speed remote control cars and adjustable track heights allow racers to control course difficulty which is perfect for household’s like mine with various ages of children. (Or just silly cats that like to watch the cars…our cat even spins her head in a circle watching the cars as they go through the loops, haha!)

As you can see, the track really does light up really well, and stores the light energy for a considerable amount of time. With 2 glow-in-the-dark dual loops, 4 dual glow-in-the-dark corners, over 36 feet of glow-in-the-dark track, and 2 remote control Tracer Racers, your kids will have hours and hours of fun.

Save these last days of summer from boredom with Skullduggery and Max Traxxx! From now until 8/30/17, if you purchase a Max Traxxx Tracer Racer Set (Double Loop, Infinity Loop and Police Chase) you will receive an extra RC Tracer Racer Set for free ($30 value)! How awesome is that?! To receive the extra RC Tracer Racer Set for free you will need to email proof of purchase from Amazon to skorders@skullduggery.com with purchase date between 6/21/17-8/30-17.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Adorable Kids Character Headband Headphones from CozyPhones

Published on June 30, 2017 by stephanybissonette1 Comment

If you’ve got kids who love listening to music, chances are they experience the frustration of ill fitting traditional earbuds and headphones. Often times earbuds are just too big for little ears and cause pain, and headphones are often big and bulky and don’t even come close to adjusting to use on little heads. CozyPhones are a great way to allow your little one to listen to their favorite music or just use apps on their devices comfortably.

The soft fleece headband allows for maximum comfort so no matter where your child is going, or what activity they’re participating in, they can use their CozyPhones and make their activity much more enjoyable. From road tips to sleeping or just enjoying some quiet time like coloring, CozyPhones are a perfect companion for kids of all ages. My children vary in ages, from 5 to 13, and the CozyPhones were so perfect at adapting to the different size of each of them.

There are a variety of fun characters for your kids to choose from, so no matter what their style is they can find the perfect headphones for them. The flexible braided cord and super sturdy 3.5mm stereo plug really stand up to the abuse of kids which is perfect for a high energy household like mine. This summer will be FULL of music and my kids are loving it! My youngest child absolutely loves listening to music. She loves listening to her mp3 player and singing out loud and just feeling the music. She has always been frustrated with earbuds and headphones so she was really excited to see the Unicorn CozyPhones just for her. She was the first to try them out and couldn’t wait to show brothers their CozyPhones too. My youngest son and my daughter immediately went into working on their activity books, listening to music and actually getting along for once!

My poor oldest child inherited my families insomnia. Sometimes, no matter how hard he tries, he just can’t sleep. He will be starting high school in just a few weeks and his sleep will be key to his success, so these CozyPhones couldn’t have come at a more perfect time. Since my son started using them, he said he’s never been able to sleep so well and is actually excited to be starting high school refreshed and well rested.

Whether you’re giving them as a gift or just surprising someone with a fun surprise, you can’t go wrong with CozyPhones.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Epic Adventure Awaits with Destiny – The Collection #Review

Published on November 23, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

Just in time for the holiday season, Activision has released Destiny – The Collection and it has quickly made it’s way to the top of most holiday wish lists this year. Destiny – The Collection is an all access pass to one of the best-selling franchises in video game history! Two years of content have been packed into one epic offering, including the new Rise of Iron expansion.

Destiny – The Collection features the following FIVE adventures:

Destiny – Original award-winning game
The Dark Below – Expansion I
House of Wolves – Expansion II
The Taken King – First Major Expansion
Rise of Iron – Destiny’s newest adventure

Destiny is a game that comes from the creators of Halo, and the company that brought you Call of Duty. In Destiny you play as a Guardian of the last city on Earth who is able to wield incredible power. Go on some of the most epic adventures exploring the ancient ruins of our solar system from the red dunes of Mars to the lush jungles of Venus. Defeat Earth’s enemies and reclaim all that we have lost while becoming a legend.

There are various game modes so you can choose how you want to let the story unfold. Venture out alone or join up with friends, the choice is yours.

Destiny – The Collection Game Modes:

Crucible- Enter the Crucible to hone your competitive skills against other Guardians in arenas that span the solar system. Victory will earn you rewards and reputation.
Patrol- Revisit the worlds you have discovered to aid the City in their exploration efforts, seek out valuable resources in order to upgrade your weapons and gear, and link up with other brave Guardians roaming the frontier in search of action and adventure.
Strike (cooperative multiplayer)- Form a Fireteam, three Guardians strong. Infiltrate an enemy stronghold, cutting through wave after wave of enemy ranks emboldened by their fierce, battle-hardened leaders. Confront an enemy worthy of only the bravest Guardians.
Tower (Third Person Social Space)- Home of the Guardians, the Tower is a third person social hub where you can regroup, rearm, and form new alliances before venturing beyond the safety of the City’s walls.
Story- Destiny features a rich, cinematic story, centered on your quest to discover and explore the remains of humanity’s Golden Age. As a Guardian, you must venture beyond our walls, into a wild and dangerous frontier, and take the fight to ancient evil forces hell bent on our destruction.

In Destiny – The Collection you can even personalize and upgrade every aspect of how you look and fight. There’s a nearly limitless combination of armor, weapons, and visual customizations so you can make your character truly your own. Take your upgraded character into every mode and enjoy your game your way.

Get the gamer in your life the most epic gift this holiday season…Destiny – The Collection.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Give the Gift of Astonishing Imagination With WowWee #Review

Published on November 6, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

WowWee designs, develops, markets, and distributes innovative robotic toys and consumer entertainment products. Astonishing imagination combined with superior design and construction sets WowWee apart from its competitors.

Coji is a great way to teach your child to program with a language they already know…EMOJIS! My 5 year old daughter is in love with all of the different emoji symbols and was really excited to see that she can make Coji learn and move using silly emojis. Download the Coji app on virtually any device and your child is ready to play and learn. Coji will challenge his playmates with different skill-testing games. Coji helps encourage critical thinking with his variety of games and small problems that need solving. In one game, your child will use emoji code to safely direct Coji’s digital avatar through a maze – avoiding obstacles along the way. In another, Coji becomes a physical controller for the digital world. There is really no limit to what your child can do with Coji.

Today’s kids love using smartphones and tablets, and will have fun using the Coji app on their smart device to control Coji. My kids are just like any other and love their screen time, but I don’t like them spending too much time on their devices…it’s so important to move your body and play! When screen time is over, your child can also interact directly with Coji which is something that my daughter really enjoyed. This adorable robot reacts to physical stimulation such as tilting and shaking. Your child will ‘LOL’ as Coji steals their ‘heart’ with pre-programmed responses.

WowWee makes more than just robots…there’s also a nice assortment of lifestyle products as well! Elektrokideez are fun new collectable figures from WowWee. Each character is styled and dressed in their favorite music genres. Collect and trade all 48 styles, put together a mini poster with the included stickers, or you can even use them as a pencil topper. Take a little bit of fun and inspiration with you wherever you go with this cute little Elektrokideez.

Give the gift of astonishing imagination this holiday season with WowWee.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Get Your Home Guest-Ready This Holiday Season With SnapPower

Published on November 5, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

SnapPower is a company with a goal to create simple and convenient solutions to power home electronics and automation devices with their innovative prong technology. SnapPower provides a unique line of products that solve some of the most basic issues in today’s home.

If you have children, you know that the night light struggle is real. My youngest child is 5, and it’s still been a nightly occurance that I get woken up by her crying because she needs to potty but is afraid of the dark. (She has a night light in her room, but the dark hallway looks terrifying at night through her 5 year old eyes.)

The SnapPower Guidelight is not only easy to install and is absolutely a heaven send for our household. The Guidelight has a sleek, and energy-efficient design that safely transforms your outlet coverplate into a convenient night light. There are no wires or batteries required, and it leaves all outlets free for use!

The SnapPower Charger HAD to have been created specifically for my household. My sons (ages 11 and 13) are just like any other kid their age and have lots of electronics that they like to use. For some reason, they are ALWAYS losing the charger base but have plenty of USB cords to charge their devices with.

The SnapPower Charger is also easy-to-install, and has a sleek, energy-efficient design that safely transforms your outlet coverplate into a convenient USB charger. Again, no wires or batteries needed and it leaves all outlets free for use. As soon as this was installed in my sons’ room the fighting diminished. They went from bickering about who used the charger last to getting along like brothers should. (Well, most of the time, haha!)

Get you home guest-ready this holiday season with SnapPower.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Give Your Loved Ones The Gift Of Reliability With Boost Mobile #Review #Giveaway

Published on November 4, 2016 by stephanybissonette1 Comment

In the fast paced world we live in it’s important to many of us to stay connected at all times. Whether you need to stay connected for work or just want to be able to connect with friends and family you need a network you can count on. Sometimes cell plans can be expensive and unreliable at best. Boost Mobile is dedicated to providing quality, reliable service that every household can afford…that’s why I became a Boost customer 9 years ago and have never even considered another network.

No matter what it is that you’re looking for in a phone, Boost has something that will work for you. From simpler phones with basic functions to the newest, most advanced phones there are, you can find it available at Boost. I recently got to test out the Alcatel Dawn on the Boost network and as always, Boost really delivered.

The phone performed really well on the dependable-as-ever Boost network. I was able to multi-task with ease and accomplish anything I needed to do. Apps download quickly, webpages display beautifully, and there really isn’t anything more you could ask for.

The 5MP rear-facing camera takes really nice quality pictures. The view from my front porch was captured pretty well…I think you can see why I like living here. Although it’s not as stunning as in person, the camera did a nice job capturing the beauty and serenity of my little rural area.

I could keep bragging about the Boost service but the best way for you to understand how great the service is, is for you to try it for yourself!

***GIVEAWAY***
Boost Mobile has also been generous enough to sponsor a giveaway!!! One lucky winner will receive a brand new Alcatel Dawn phone to use on the Boost Mobile network, as well as an Alcatel OneTouch slap-on digital watch. Giveaway will begin 11/04/16 at midnight EST and will end 11/11/16 midnight EST. Winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize or another winner will be chosen. All giveaway entries will be validated. Winners are randomly selected. Click the link below to enter:

Enter the Boost Mobile Alcatel Dawn Giveaway Here

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Holiday Gifting Made Easy with Best Buy #Ad

Published on October 24, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

Holiday shopping can be so complicated sometimes! Finding the perfect gift can be challenging and can cause frustration and anxiety about the holiday season. Best Buy heard our cries for help and has put together the Best Buy Holiday Shopping Event. The Holiday Shopping Event will be held on Saturday, November 5th from 1 pm to 5 pm and it will be the best event all year long! Get help from the experts and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list from tiny Timmy to grumpy Grandpa.

The Best Buy Holiday Shopping Event will be a one day only event, so mark your calendars! There will be exclusive in-store deals on some of the biggest brands like Apple, Microsoft, Samsung and Sony. In 400 select stores you’ll be able to see live demos for the hottest tech toys of the season and see how these products work first hand. (Even if your local Best Buy isn’t offering demos, they’ll still have all of the hot offers during this event.) Check out the latest in Connected Home and Connected Car while you’re there and stay on top of the latest gadget trends.

Visit http://bby.me/dg9w to find a store near you so you can be part of one of the biggest events of the year!

***The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free***

Goliath Games Delighting Kids For Generations #Review

Published on October 16, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

Goliath Games is an international manufacturer and distributor of toys and games that the whole family can enjoy. Goliath is one of the few remaining family-owned and run businesses in the world of toys and games. Goliath was established in 1980 and ever since has grown tremendously. (Not to age myself, but I remember creating great memories with my family surrounding a Goliath Games creation.)

As our world evolves electronically all the time, so does the way children play. Goliath Games has created a fun RC Flying Dragon that will help bring children’s imagination to life. An epic adventure awaits your child with the Goliath Games RC Flying Dragon. This fantasy creature’s wings flap in lifelike motion as you make the dragon zoom, fly, and hover. Your child will astound their friends as they control its movements around the room. They can fly the dragon up, down, forwards, backwards, or simply let it hover. It’s easy to fly, but still requires plenty of skill. Great for beginners that haven’t flown an RC toy before, while still being entertaining for the experienced flyer.

The Rocket Fishing Rod has brought fishing back to what it should be, relaxing. Fishing with the children can sometimes be a pain…there’s a lot for little ones to remember. The Rocket Fishing Rod has made it easier than ever for kids to enjoy getting back to the basics. When you cast it, blast it with the Rocket Fishing Rod, the kids fishing rod that accurately casts its line up to 30 feet. Great for kids of all ages, because it replaces standard kids fishing poles and takes the hassle out of fishing. Just pump, launch and reel in real fish! A safety bobber keeps the hook enclosed until it hits the water, and it all but eliminates snarls and snags. Once the bobber is in the water, the lure/bait compartment opens to drop the lure/bait to the desired depth.

Slap was a really fun game to play with my sons…we had a blast trying to be the fastest and rack up the points. Slap is a great new trivia game where every player knows the answer to every question–so it’s not just about what you know, it’s about how fast you know it. Read a question aloud, then all players quickly write their answers on their flaps and let them go–the first flap to SLAP with the right answer earns a point! But think before you act because the fastest writer is not always right.

Pop the Pig is a classic that I remember from my childhood…I couldn’t wait to introduce this game to my daughter. Pop the Pig is the #2 best-selling new kids game of the last five years and it’s easy to see why. Kids love the suspense as they watch the pigs’ belly grow; the player who makes his belly burst loses the game. Redesigned in 2013 to make it easier for kids 4 and up to play, children can quickly reset this pig game with one pump of the pig’s head and experience consistent belly busting game-play each and every time. Pop the Pig provides hours of fun and is completely kid powered (no batteries needed). For added convenience, all pieces can be stored inside the pig.

This holiday season, you can’t go wrong with any of the fun games and toys available from Goliath Games.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Let Lava Lamps Illuminate Your Holiday Season #Review

Published on October 12, 2016 by stephanybissonetteLeave a comment

I’m sure we all know and love Lava Lamp…they’ve been a fun, enticing home decor item for over 50 years. It is one of the most recognized consumer shapes of all time…and rightfully so. Lava Lamp is continually innovating their products to keep up with new trends and technology while always making sure quality is second to none. With tons of classic, modern, fun, and youthful designs, you’re sure to find one you can’t live without, whether you’re 10 or 100.

I remember Lava Lamps from the 80’s when I was a kid and it was so fun to bring them into our home and introduce them to my children. They were mesmerized when the lamps heated up and they saw the beauty of Lava Lamps in action.

The hand-painted Rainbow Lava Lamp was an instant hit with my 5 year old daughter. She loves the colors and it looks great in her bedroom! The hand-painted rainbow base and cap match perfectly to the rainbow of the multi-colored glass globe as the white wax passes through the moving lava, absorbing the different colors and changing tone. This beautiful rainbow lamp will bring color and a relaxed, happy vibe to any room. My daughter has ditched her night-light and uses her Lava Lamp every night…AND she’s sleeping better than ever so HUGE mom win!

My sons are typical boys and their room is predominantly decorated with blue so the Bubble Frosted Lava Lamp was a perfect match for their room. A cool bubble design is hand-etched into the glass globe so the Lava inside can take on the different levels of transparency as it flows up and down. The hand-painted base is white hot and the cool globe design is perfect for chillin’. My sons friends thought this Lava Lamp was the coolest thing ever and I have a feeling a few of them will have Lava Lamps of their own soon.

Oh. My. Goodness. This Lava Lamp had to have been created with my bedroom in mind. My room is decorated with dark blue, light blue, and aqua and this Lava Lamp just fit into the design as if the room were designed around it. Watch the different sized blobs collide, flow and split apart as they ooze their way up and around the glass globe. A hand-spun base and cap make this lamp truly unique. I love how versatile this lamp is, I could put it into virtually any room in my house and it would look spectacular.

No matter who you’re shopping for this holiday season, Lava Lamps are a great gift for anyone on your list.

***I did not receive any financial compensation, simply the product free to me in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion***

Skylanders Countdown to Creation

Published on October 3, 2016 by stephanybissonette1 Comment

Launching on October 12th, the NEW Skylanders Creator app will bring creation to your fingertips and let you create Skylanders on the go!

The Skylanders Creator app provides a fun, on-of-a-kind experience for all Skylanders fans by allowing them to create new Imaginators on the go, anytime, anywhere! Featuring the same creation tools available in the new Skylanders Imaginators console game, players now have more ways of expressing their creativity and love for Skylanders…and all right at their fingertips!

The unprecedented innovation in Skylanders Imaginators gives all players – even those with unconnected consoles – a variety of ways to create. Players can simply download Skylanders Creator for free from their mobile devices’ app store to begin creating Imaginators from scratch or magically transfer their created characters from the console game to the app using special audio technology!

For the first time in toys-to-life history, fans can immortalize their Skylanders Imaginator creations in physical form on demand in a variety of creation-to-life ways using Skylanders Creator including:

3D Printed Imaginator Figure – Leveraging the robust creation tools in Skylanders Imaginators, now fans can bring their 3D created character from the digital world to life in the physical world as a 3D printed Skylanders Imaginator figure. The custom printed Imaginator arrives in full color, posed on a base and enclosed in a clear protective dome, making it a true collector’s item. The figure is fully playable in the Skylanders Imaginators console game! Quantities for the 3D printed characters will be limited.
Imaginator Card – Fans can purchase a high-quality, custom trading card emblazoned with a full color image of their creation! The character card is fully playable in the Skylanders Imaginators console game! Simply place the card on the Portal of Power and watch your creation come to life! While the card image will remain the same, players will have the flexibility to change the in-game version of the character (e.g., appearance, weapons, catchphrase, etc.) saved on the card any way they want using the creation tools at any time.
Imaginator T-Shirt – Portal Masters can also show off their Imaginator on a high-quality, customized T-shirt featuring an image of their very own creation! Available for order through the app, created Imaginators will be printed in full color on the front of the shirt along with the character’s Battle Class, Element and name!

As if the Skylanders Creator app wasn’t fun enough…if you’re looking for more Skylanders fun, you’ve got it!

The new Skylanders Imaginators will hit store shelves on October 16th! The highly anticipated game empowers players to unleash their imaginations by giving them the freedom to create their very own Skylanders characters. Portal Masters will enjoy the immense possibilities available in the game including appearance, powers, abilities, names, catchphrases, musical themes and much more to create the wildest Skylanders imaginable. The game will also feature Sensei characters including this year’s guest stars Crash Bandicoot, Dr. Neo Cortex and Kaos. The game is available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox 1, Xbox 360 and WiiU.

AND…Skylanders Academy is the highly anticipated, original, animated program that will be coming to Netflix on October 28th. My kids and I can’t wait to see Skylanders Academy! Since it debuts on a Friday, we’ve planned a big Skylanders Academy viewing party with my kids and their friends…it’s going to be a blast!!