Citrus Lane August 2013 review (8 month old)

I found out that I have a credit for referring people to Citrus Lane and I got so excited! You all are reading and (you new readers out there) actually do click my referral links.

-cries- You guys rock! 

Just kidding, I don't cry but seriously, you guys are awesome. :)

Edit: Yes, it took me a real long time to get this review in but at least it's now up!

First look

Barefoot Books Cleo's Color Book: 

This is always a welcomed item in our home. E's EXTREMELY interested in anything that has a lot of colors and JD, well. Let's just say I love seeing them two look over the book although JD gets mad at E for drooling over the book. lol

Rich Frog Little Stackers:

My only complaint is that those little stackers don't stick together very well after a while. But not like my daughter really cares about that. It's just something new for her to put in her mouth.

Amen to that.

She likes watching her big brother stack it and then have it just fall over a little afterwards. Hilariousness ensues.

Clean Well All Natural Hand Sanitizing Wipes:

Germs, germs, germs everywhere! This is such a great item, I mean I make sure that JD has a healthy habit of keeping his hands clean but this is also a fun way to keep those hands clean when I can't find the anti-bac bottle. Or better yet, for E's toys/teethers when they fall to the floor.

Ah Goo Baby Baby Bottle Strap:

I got this similar item in my bluum box last month but I think I may like this one better than the other 2 that I got. It's much more colorful than the plain orange one and green one.

Eek, point to Citrus Lane for taste.

Weleda Baby (SAMPLE) Diaper Rash Cream:

I got this in my June bluum box but a full sized one. Tsk tsk, this is one point to bluum on that. It's not creamy like Hipoglos or Desitin, a little too watery but it does work effectively and fast too.

I also received a code for FabKids for a free outfit (only pay shipping!) which I cannot wait to use :) I didn't do a cost on this month's box but overall, I didn't totally dislike this box, it had things that did make it superior to bluum, but I'd stick to my current box preference because I've been super happy with it.

Wanna try it out? Click here for my referral!

Disclosure: Links on this post may be referral links.

Wednesdays = Hump day

Hump day? Now who could've come up with something like that?

- As of lately, my son has been attending daycare and I couldn't be more proud of him. He's such a good kid (when he wants to be) and I'm more than sure that I miss him more than he misses me. Hahaha

- I have been having issues with the updating of my blog (I do not recommend the mobile version of blogger to anyone) so I have been working on trying to make a good schedule for myself in addition to my work morning ritual of coffee and blog reading. Should it be coffee, write and then blog reading? I'll work out those kinks. In the meantime, pointers? Anyone?

- I expect to have in my possession in subscription boxes by this week and next week bluum, Citrus Lane, ipsy and UMCheeky. It always feel like an eternity from one month to the next until I am up to my neck trying to write those review posts. lol

- Why is it that vacations feel so far away and yet once they arrive, its over almost as soon as it arrived? And is it October yet? D:

- September is definitely around the corner and that means I will be 24. Another birthday. :O Getting closer to 30 by the second. lol

- I have been also working on a post about my recent journey what I have learned in Crossfit. Kinda like a mythbuster post. I feel this is something I should share with those who are curious about it and I'm sure it will inspire someone to get up and do something when they thought they never could. Now I'm not saying it's for everyone and you'll find a post urging you to join. No. I am like any other mom who had kids and never got around to working out because I don't like it. This pretty much summed it up:

You're pretty much nodding your head right about now.

If you're feeling in the dumps about today, just remember this: you're closer to the weekend than you were yesterday!

Citrus Lane May 2013 Review (42 month old)

May 2013 box

 This box was significantly bigger than the one for E. I was like Oh gosh, maybe they have more things in here??? Alas, it wasn't the case...but still I couldn't wait what was in store for JD.

Green Toys Pizza Parlor ($27.99):

Here's my baby enjoying his new toy

 New toys for JD? That's always a win. Sure, he loves his cars and robot toys and whatnot. But there's something about these kind of toys that kids absolutely love. After a while, he was even pretending that he has his own pizza parlor! Yummy pizza!

Barefoot Book We All Go Traveling By, Paperback with CD ($9.99):

I don't think I have ever gotten a book that comes with a CD for JD. But, I'm willing to try it out. JD loves books, I love to keep adding to his collection of books so he can enjoy.

Happy Munchies Veggie and Fruit Crisps ($3.99):

I have THE pickiest little eater. I know that it's an age thing but it's frustrating when he won't try anything new. I like finding sneaky ways to put healthy food in his diet. This can also be a solution. I haven't had him try it out yet but much more sooner than later. (Edit: The crisps were a success! They are actually pretty good.)

Moravian Lemon Cookies 1 oz ($1.99):

Who doesn't love cookies? Unless you are not from this planet, then you love cookies. Any type. Doesn't have to be chocolate chip. America just loves a good cookie. Can't wait to have this with some vanilla ice cream :9

The box is totaled up to a $43.96 value which is a plus. I probably liked E's box WAY more (personal taste) but this works for JD and always getting a little something for me isn't all too bad. ;)

Wanna try it out? Click here for $10 off your first box.

- Mel

Citrus Lane May 2013 Review (5 month old)

May 2013 Box

I did not really think too much about this box, nor did I even bother to look too much into what other people got in their boxes this month, didn't wanna ruin a good surprise. (Last month I was stalker-mode so I would have an idea of what I would possibly get.)

First Look

It was neatly packaged which is always nice. First thing you see is a introductory card which included a Happy Mother's Day message for us moms :)

My First Green Toys First Keys ($7.99):

I love being able to get E some new toys. Because let's face it...if I were to keep ALL of JD's old toys...I would have a madhouse. And Edward will not allow such a thing to happen. So, this was a plus in my book.
I'm not much of a "green" person (in the sense that I buy everything organic, etc. I do recycle though and reuse a lot of things) but it was nice to know that this was made of recycled milk jugs. People are doing their part and that's always a good thing.

Dapplebaby Travel size Baby bottle and Dish Liquid ($1.99):

I had never heard of this brand until now. Apparently they sell their stuff in Babies R Us but pfft, like if I ever look for dish liquid or detergent there...<.< The first thing I did, was run to the kitchen to try it out. (I had left a bottle out that I forgot to clean, don't judge me!) And it left it squeaky clean and it didn't leave the powerful smell of liquid soap. :) I may have to buy more...they sell a refill pack so I'll just refill the little travel size one. ^.^

Barefoot Books Bear Takes a Trip ($6.99):

E loves to hear her big brother "read" his books. Although this one in particular since it has to do with being aware with time, may not interest her as much as it would interest JD. [Wonderful part of having two kids...lol]

The Mommy Hook ($9.99):

This box read my mind. I was looking to buy one of these thingys since on E's stroller, there's space but not as much space at the bottom of the stroller as I would like...or JD's for that matter. So this was perfect! I keep it in E's diaper bag just in case I might need it.

Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water ($12.49):

Neither of my kids (knock on wood for E) have suffered from colic. Maybe it's the breastfeeding (E, not JD...he stopped on his own when he was 9 months) but they haven't had that problem. It's a good thing to have anyway for those just in case moments and I like to be prepared.

I totaled the entire box to $39.45 which is not bad considering its $25/mo. I have to say I liked this box much better than the one for JD. Which makes me think that maybe they have better things for babies under 1?

If you wanna try it out, here's my referral link and get $10 off your first box :)
I also got a toddler box this month, check it out!

- Mel