The Allison Show

People ask me all the time how I handle 5 kids and if I ever have any free time.  Thankfully my Hubby is very helpful.  He does housework (I never mop, vacuum, and wash clothes) and he always helps with the kids.  So when I have had one of THOSE days, I wait until about 8 pm when most kids are at least in bed and I escape to the bathroom.  I run a hot bath, bring a snack (usually chocolate), and a book.  And I hide for a couple of hours.  Yes you read that right.  I hide in the bath for a couple of hours.  Or until I finish my book.  But with all the yummy bath products Isle of Eden I can hang out even when my book is finished. They make tons of different products and offer them in every scent you can imagine (and even some you can't).  They make Whipped Sugar Body Scrubs, Bubble Milk Bath, Hand Sanitizer, Body Creme, Sparkly Body Creme, Parfum, Hair Detangler, Shampoo, Hair Conditioner, and Body Gloss.  If I had one of every one of these products I would never eave the bathroo

Who doesn't want to look 10 pounds lighter??  When I first heard about these jeans I wasn't sure if they would really live up to their promise but I was very excited to try them and find out for myself.  MiracleBody sells jeans, leggings, skirts, and tops.  I was interested in the jeans and they sell straight leg, boot cut, and skinny.  I like boot cut jeans so that was the obvious choice.  The Samantha Jeans come with 3 different pocket styles.  I went with the classic (slightly embroidered back pockets) the other 2 choices are embroidered back pockets (Aquarius) and studded back pockets (Tiberon).  Here is what the site says about them: "Style and class make these Samantha jeans a classic must-have. Our premium denim boot cuts offer a subtle flair to balance out the hips and a unique tummy control panel to comfortably hold your front side for a flattering slimmer shape. And our unique blend of cotton and spandex control fabric shapes and slims the thighs and lif

I have some AMAZING giveaways coming up in the next few days/weeks.  Here are some of them: MiracleBody Jeans Ms Ladybug Pillow Pet HeadChefs Cooking Utensils Spoonful of Comfort Chicken Soup Isle of Eden $20 E-Gift Card (3 winners!!) Super Sipperz (Dishwasher safe connectible straws) I am sure you are as excited as I am!!!

You may have read my last post about Scandle Candles back in April 2010.  It was hilarious!!  If you didn't check it out! {POST}   They liked my last review so much that now I am on the list when new products come out.  I was so excited to receive an email recently that they have a new shimmering Lotion Candle!!!  The Shimmering Lotion Candle is awesome!! Here are some of the great benefits of using it. Gives Skin a Natural Shimmer Hides Wrinkles & Imperfections by Deflecting Light Hydrates the Skin When I first got my candle, I took it out and lit it right away.  As the candle melted in lotion you could look down and see the shimmering glitter.  When you rub the lotion in you get a nice shimmer not a jumbo gaudy glitter.  It is subtle and very pretty.  Compared to the original candle, I thought this lotion actually felt more oily. I like this lotion more for spa days at home then massage.  This lotion takes longer to rub in and is thicker than the original.  I us

Sponsored by Tomoson.com   A few months ago I did a review of the Battleship Keychain.  {POST} Well would you like to win one of your own?  They would make an excellent stocking stuffer (Yes it is that time of the year again.  Where did 2010 go?).  Here's how to enter: *Follow me on GFC, Facebook, or Twitter (Leave a separate comment for each. Make sure to include an email address as that is how the winner will be notified.) * Leave a comment saying who you are going to give the keychain to. This giveaway ends 11/1 at 12 am eastern time. Good Luck!!

Sponsored by Tomoson.com Did you read my glowing review on Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce ??  (If not go read it now LOL) Do you want to try this awesome sauce?  Then enter to win some for your very own!!! 2 lucky people will win some!!! *****This giveaway will end 10/31 at Midnight eastern.***** Ways to Enter: * Follow me on GFC, Twitter, or FB (Leave a separate comment for each follow) * Like Country Bob on Facebook   or follow them on Twitter * Enter any of my other giveaways (Leave a comment per giveaway entered)

KT Tunstall's new CD Tiger Suit hit stores Tuesday 10/5.  Her first single "Fade Like a Shadow" is a Top 20 hit on the radio.  KT is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, Scottish-born singer-songwriter.  You probably have heard her Grammy award nominated song "Suddenly I See" from 2005.  Check her out on her site KT Tunstall , on Facebook , and on Twitter .   This is a great rock/pop CD and I would recommend you go check it out for yourself. Her songs on Tiger Suit include: 1. Uummannaq Song                     2. Glamour Puss 3. Push that Knot Away                4. Difficulty 5. Fade Like a Shadow                 6. Lost 7. Golden Frames                         8. Come On, Get In 9. (Still A) Weirdo                        10. Madame  Trudeaux 11. The Entertainer ***Disclaimer: I received this CD free in exchange for my honest opinion and review.***

Title:  Beyond Justice Author: Joshua Graham Publisher: Dawn Treader Press Published: April 27, 2010 ISBN: 978-0984452606 Summary:   "Sam Hudson, a reputable San Diego attorney, learns this when the authorities wrongfully convict him of the brutal rape and murder of his wife and daughter, and sends him to death row. There he awaits execution by lethal injection.  If he survives that long. In prison, Sam fights for his life while his attorney works frantically on his appeal. It is then that he embraces the faith of his departed wife and begins to manifest supernatural abilities. Abilities which help him save lives– his own, those of his unlikely allies–and uncover the true killer’s identity, unlocking the door to his exoneration." I only had to read 7 words and I instantly knew this was the book for me.  All I had to read to was San Diego attorney.  I stopped reading and replied (I got the review offer in an email or Facebook message- I can't remember wh

Title: Halloween Fantasies Author:  Katie Salidas Summary:  Touted as the sexiest party of the year, the annual Halloween Fantasy Ball is the one place a girl can let loose and succumb to her wildest fantasies.  Disguised as a sexy vampire huntress, Sasha captures the attention of Dante, a real life creature of the night . For Sasha, meeting bona-fide vampire is enough to fulfill one of her life long fantasies. She’s ready to go home a happy woman.  Dante has other plans. It is after all, a night of fantasies, and he has a few of his own to share.  Review:  What a really fun and sexy read that is perfect for Halloween.  It has everything great books have: drama, action, vampires, and a little (ok, a lot) of sex.  Two best friends decide to go to the wildest party and hook up (hopefully) with some hot guys.  Sasha meets the man of her dreams who ends up being a vampire.  Dante has an identical twin brother (also a vampire) who agrees to hook up with Sasha's friend so Dante can b

As you know Hubby and I love to cook.  And he especially loves to BBQ. (I love to eat BBQ!!)  So I was very excited to review Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce.  When I told Hubby he asked what an all purpose sauce was.  I don't know a sauce that has all kinds of purposes?? So we decided to go check out their website.  Country Bob's  website has tons of great info on it.  It has info on how the sauce was started (back in 1968) and how the company got started.  They also have recipes using the sauces.  It has all their products: All Purpose Sauce, Spicy All Purpose Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Seasoning Salt, and they even sell apparel.   You can click on each of the products and get more info.  So we clicked on All Purpose Sauce. It says "Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce is in a class by itself. It is more than a steak sauce, because of its unique flavor and the variety of uses. You can grill, cook, and marinate with it, or put it in your soups, stews, baked beans, and your