Product Reviews

Lately I have been able to review some pretty awesome products for free or at a discounted price in exchange for my honest opinion. These are a few of the awesome products I was able to test.

 Anxiety & Stress Relief with Tranquility Synergy
 https://www.amazon.com/Tranquility-Synergy-Anxiety-Relief-Support/dp/B01BDJERKK/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1477933665&sr=8-13&keywords=anxiety+remedy&m=A6FVX63KQA3ZR&tag=transbiz03-20

 I Struggle wit anxiety and stress. Honestly It has just been a part of my normal day to day life. I was given this product to review and at first I was extremely skeptical. I did not think some smelly oil was going to help me feel better. But that "smelly oil" exceeded my expectations! To start it smells Great! I applied it to the back of my neck before bed and honestly I haven't been able to sleep that well in years! When I was feeling anxious or stressed I would apply a few drops to my wrist and rub it in. It worked nearly instantly.This product is wonderful and does just what it says it will. As an added bonus it didn't leave my skin feeling oily or greasy. This little bottle ( and the awesome bag it came in) will go with me everywhere!

  Weight Management & Appetite Control with SlimWay Grapefruit Synergy
https://www.amazon.com/SlimWay-Synergy-Management-Appetite-Suppressants/dp/B01BDEXQNY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477933673&sr=8-1&keywords=natural+weight+loss&m=A6FVX63KQA3ZR&tag=transbiz03-20

 This oil is made by the same company. I had the same thoughts using this as well. This also smells amazing, and I used it twice a day rubbing on my stomach in a clockwise circle as well as behind my ears. Unfortunately I am still waiting for the results. I don't feel an decrease in my appetite. I wont stop using it though because I truly believe this will work. I plan on doing some research to see if there are other places I can put it like pressure points and what not. So we will see!

MEIKEER
Women's Classy Short Sleeve Cut Out Belted Casual Party Cocktail Dress
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B019Y2LMQU/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Beautiful Casual dress. It fits like a glove, so if you have any problem areas around the stomach or hips I would suggest Spanx. The color in my opinion is a bit more blue than the green than I expected but nonetheless it is a beautiful color. It zippers up the back and once zipped it is fairly discreet. Also comes with a nice belt. The belt has a bit of shine to it especially when outside, but not terrible. This dress also has very nice cap sleeves as well as the bottom which are excatly like the dress iI the stock photo. The material is a nice stretchy material so once the dress is on you do not feel like you are suffocating which is a bonus I feel.


Stretch Mark Remover and Anti Scar oil
http://www.amztk.com/synergy-for-stretch-mark-removal

Just like with the other Oils I was a skeptic. I tried this oil twice a day in two different areas of my body. I tried it on my newer stretch marks from having Saul 4 months ago, as well as the stretch marks on my legs from gaining weight. I must admit the stretch marks on my legs seem to have faded very nicely and they are almost unnoticeable. The stretch marks on my stomach on the other hand did not fade very well. Im assuming that it is because they are fresher. There are a few that have faded though so Im not sure what the difference is. I still enjoy this product and will continue to use it. I am also very glad that there is no awful smell too. For some reason I thought it would be sticky and greasy but it wasn't. Overall I think it is a great product!


Christmas Laser lights
http://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Waterproof-laser-lights-Decoration/dp/B01IDAQY5I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&keywords=christmas+laser+lights

So I have heard that Christmas Laser lights are the new thing. and I can see why! These are amazing! It makes decorating for Christmas so easy! I love the way it looked on the house and there was no setup at all. There were two things that I didnt like about this product. I didnt like how there wasnt a remote control to control the laser. I wish I had an on/off switch so I could turn the lights on in the comfort of my own home. I also wish this was solar powered.  For this product you have to use a waterproof cord or else it doesnt work. If it was solar powered you wouldnt have to worry about having an outside outlet and an extra cord. But overall once it is set up it looks great!
XO Leah

Why Do you blog?

Honestly, Ive been thinking about this a lot. Why in the world did I start this blog and what were my original intentions vs how the blog developed. I started this little blog as an online diary of sorts. I have an awful memory and quite frankly I started to write so in a few years I wont forget this important season of my life. I never thought I would share my life with the world, and be as open and honest as I have been. There have been many times I have thought to myself if I really wanted to post certain blogs. My Presley and Sage posts as well as my PPD are all situations that I have gone through that were/ are still tough to deal with. Those posts I must have sat and thought should I post these, will anyone read them, will people look at me differently, for a very long time after writing them. Obviously I posted them and I am so glad I did. The outpouring of love and that other people have gone through the same things is why I will continue to write. I decided that I was going to post the good the bad and the ugly about my life as a mother, and as a wife. Im sure there will be posts where people will roll there eyes, but hopefully all who read will laugh and cry along with me. When It comes to motherhood its an exhausting job and not very pretty. Trust me Im trying to figure out if its my skin or my shirt that smells like sour milk right now. But its an amazing and rewarding job. Being a wife is a tough job too. Trying to be the best for my husband and keeping him sane once he comes home from work. Stressful at times but still amazing. I hope you continue to stay with me on this journey and enojoy reading what I write. Also If anyone has ideas of what they would like me to write feel free to share. Somedays theres not enough coffee and I cant think of what to write haha. XO Leah

Monday Deal Madness

Lately Ive been able to receive products from companies at discounted and even free prices and give my honest opinion. On Mondays (not every Monday) I will share these awesome deals and my honest opinion on certain products.

UKCOCO Phone stand

https://www.amazon.com/UKCOCO-Multi-Angle-Adjustable-Adhesive-Smartphones/dp/B01KF3XCKG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475852400&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=UKCOCO+phone+stand&psc=1

 Not going to lie at first  I thought seriously its just a lowsy piece of plastic with some tape. But boy was I wrong. This little piece of plastic is the best phone stand I have ever purchased.  There are seven different levels of height as well as a lock in tab. It was so easy to put on my phone and so easy to use. I love that now I can record videos without having to prop my phone up on something and play music the same way. The only downfall is once its on your phone its on your phone. If you want it on a different phone or phone case you would have to buy a new one.

 Patella Knee strap

https://www.amazon.com/Arthritis-Basketball-Sports-Athletic-Volleyball/dp/B017CA2MOW/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1475852633&sr=8-10&keywords=patella+knee+strap

Lately when I run or bike my one knee always hurts either in the middle or as soon as Im finished my workout. I have tried other braces before and honestly nothing worked. I always ended up coming home putting my knee up out of frustration and icing it. I had high hopes for this product and I am so glad it worked! No Pain! Its extremely comfortable to wear and you adjust it to your specifications so no worries about adjusting it during your workout. I absolutely love this product!


Non Slip Antibacterial Bath Mat Deluxe

https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Bacterial-Deluxe-Shower-inches-White/dp/B01GLSGCJM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475853028&sr=8-1&keywords=non+slip+anti-bacterial+bath+mat+deluxe



I love a good bath Mat. To be honest the floor of any bath or shower really freaks me out. Even in my own house. This Bath mat is great. It has suction cups on the underside that suctions to the floor and it doesnt move when  wet. As far as the mit goes I was worried it would be too thin but, it wasnt. I felt like like it did a great job of scrubbing my skin and all the dead skin cells. * I was given this product for free to give my honest and unbiased opinion*


2 in 1 photo lense

https://www.amazon.com/EvershopUniversal-Professional-Camera-iPhone-Galaxy/dp/B016IGBEI6/ref=sr_1_cc_7?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1475853547&sr=1-7-catcorr&keywords=2+in+1+photo+lense

I'm a mom of two little ones so of course I love to take pictures of them and I dont always have my regular camera. This product I wasnt too sure of at first. It has two different lenses, a wide lense, and a macro lense. I love the wide lense It works so much better than I originally thought. The only downside to it is It doesnt fit over my phone case. So If I want to use the clip with the lenses I have to remove my case which gets quite annoying. I do like though that the clip, two lense, and caps come in a little baggie to keep everything together and clean.

Whitening Serum with AC-11

https://www.amazon.com/Swissvita-Whitening-Cream-Serum-AC-11/dp/B01CN98EKS/ref=sr_1_68?ie=UTF8&qid=1476109218&sr=8-68&keywords=lightening+cream&tag=transbiz03-20

 Some days I love the way my skin looks other days I absolutly hate it, especially since having Saul, I feel like since giving birth my face is very blotchy and uneven. I was given this product to test and i must say after using it twice a day for a few days I can notice a change. My skin feels a lot smoother as well as more even. Im excited to see how much better my skin will look as I use it more. * i was given this product free or a discounted price to give my honest opinion*

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Micrite 3D All Use Anti wrinkle Cream

So I dont have wrinkles (yet) but I am sure this product will come in handy in the near future! But I still wanted to give it a try. I Noticed with this cream it is very lightweight. It doesnt feel like I have a pile of lotion on my face. And there is no scent which I think is an added bonus. A little dab can really cover a good portion of someones face to which is nice. *I was given this product free or at a discounted price to give my honest opinion* To find this cream go to https://www.amazon.com/Swissvita-Anti-Wrinkle-Cream-AC-11/dp/B01CN98DK4/ref=sr_1_178?ie=UTF8&qid=1476657983&sr=8-178&keywords=anti+wrinkle+cream&tag=transbiz03-20
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Skin Serum

Let me just say this has been my part of my daily routine and I couldnt imagine a day without it! I use a little bit all over my face twice a day and I can really see a difference! Like the other two creams it is lightweight, odorless, and a little bit goes a long way. I feel like when I put makeup on in the morning it goes on better and stays on longer. When I use the cream at night my face feels hydrated and refreshed. I love this! *I was given this product free or at a discounted price to give my honest opinion* Find this product at https://www.amazon.com/Swissvita-Anti-Aging-Serum-AC-11/dp/B01CN98D8G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476658275&sr=8-1&keywords=anti+aging+cream&tag=transbiz03-20
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XO
Leah

You are (not) a failure....

..you are an awful mother
..why dont you just stay in bed all day
..just run away to a hotel and sleep
..your a terrible housewife
..youve failed at being a mother and a wife
..youll never be happy again..

Those are the thoughts that have been in my head for what feels like daily.  As many of you know I struggle with post partm depression and anxiety. It has been a very long journey since Saul was born. But finally after being put on medication I was Happy again. Genuinely happy. but now Im wondering were did  that happiness go?  A few weeks ago i found out i had an ovarian cyst burst yet again. i decided to go on medication to see if i could prevent those from happening again. Since the medication i am on does affect hormones it seems that it is unfortuantly affecting my depression medication as well. Which is so incredibly frustating. Ive made so much progress and now I feel like Im back at where I started and all of the progress ive made is gone. Im between a rock and a hard place so to speak. Either stick with this new medication  and pray my levels even out soon and possibly fix my cyst issue until i can have surgery. Or go off the new medication have the possibiliy of pain but be happy.
 Depression is seriously ugly and I hate every second of having it. I wish it was a quick fix like just don't think about it, but it's not like I can do that. I can't not just think about it it takes over and I have no energy and a short temper. I know I'll get this figured out but the right here right now stinks!
 When those ugly thoughts pop into my head I just have to remind myself
..you are a great mother
..get out of bed and enjoy your day because you won't get this day again
..don't run away you'll be missed
..you are a good housewife!
..you are not a failure!
..you WILL be happy again

XO
Leah