Ozeri 12" Green Earth Frying Pan Review

I actually have two of these frying pans, or I should say, I did have two of the frying pans by Ozeri. I absolutely loved the frying pan that I got, so I got another for a wedding present.

I wanted to include the description that is on Amazon, I felt that it summed it up quite well.

Utilizing GREBLON — an ultra-safe dual ceramic coating from Germany, the Green Earth Pan by Ozeri is one of the world’s first frying pans to achieve non-stick perfection while remaining absolutely free of PTFE, PFOA and APEO. Conventional cookware and other ceramic cookware brands achieve their non-stick performance through a coating of PTFE (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene), a synthetic substance that has waxy properties. At very high temperatures, PTFE begins to decompose and release fumes which are documented to be lethal to birds and small pets, and can be harmful to humans. In addition, traditional pans incorporating PTFE are often manufactured with the aid of PFOA (PerFluoroOctanoic Acid), which the EPA has classified as a ‘persistent pollutant of the environment’, and APEO (Alkylphenol ethoxylates), which are under restricted use in Germany due to environmental concerns about their poor biodegradability, toxicity to aquatic life, and potential to act as endocrine disrupters. With the Green Earth Pan’s GREBLON ceramic from Germany, even under high temperatures, no harmful toxic substances are ever released into the environment. This is because the Green Earth Pan utilizes an inert, 100% ceramic coating inspired by nature – not a laboratory. The Green Earth Pan’s ceramic coating is completely free of PTFE, PFOA and APEO substances, and far more durable and scratch-resistant than other non-stick surfaces. With better non-stick properties, the Green Earth Pan allows you to saute, fry, bake, boil and braise with as little as half the amount of oil normally used, and cleaning is a breeze. The Green Earth Pan by Ozeri is made of the highest quality die-cast aluminum that allows for even cooking and fantastic browning without hot spots. It boasts a magnetized bottom for rapid heat transfer on induction stoves, and a heat resistant silicone coated handle. This version of the Green Earth Pan features a honeycomb ceramic cooking surface that provides small air pockets for even greater heat distribution beneath food and a superior cooking performance. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. GREBLON ceramic made by Weilburger GmbH, Germany. Final assembly in China.

Basically, long story short, it cooks food really well. It is beautifully presented and it has a felt piece that folds up when not in use, but is meant specifically to help protect the frying pan when it is stored away and not in use. The frying pan that I use has been amazing, and I fervently hope that the newly married couple I got this for enjoys their Ozeri frying pan as much as I have enjoyed mine.

I definitely recommend this, I mean, hey I did get this specifically for a wedding present, that must mean I’m impressed with it right?

You can check out this on Amazon HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive this Green Earth frying pan by Ozeri in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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Ozeri 12" Green Earth Frying Pan Review

30 in 30 Top Notch Combo Review

I really recommend the Top Notch 30 in 30 if you are wanting a meal replacement that is quick and easy, and even tastes good. I love the idea of having individual packets. I have gotten several different protein shakes to try in the past, and I felt like I was making myself adult formula. I scoop it out into the desired amount of liquid, just like you do baby formula. This way, I just open the packet, add it to the desired amount, and shake it in my tumbler. There is no room for error with the correct amount of powder. The taste is really good too, which I didn’t think I would ever be able to say about a protein shake. I thought they were all “grin and bear it,” because there were several I couldn’t even finish due to their taste. I have been replacing my breakfast with this, and I have noticed that it really does fill me up (I just have to wait half an hour before I feel “full”). Once I get past that half hour I don’t have a huge urge to eat until lunch time. I love the simplicity of this shake, it is great for on the go people. I love both flavors. I like that I can alternate between the two flavors, which allows me to have a vanilla breakfast and a chocolate lunch, which has helped cut down on time, and it also has helped me get a consistent (and healthier than before) diet. I definitely recommend this, it has been so yummy and it is incredibly filling.

Below is the packaging for the vanilla ice cream packets.

Below is the packaging for the chocolate cake packets.

Below is how the individual packets arrive.

You can check out this on Amazon HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive this 30 in 30 combo pack for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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30 in 30 Top Notch Combo Review

Polly Plastics Review

The assortment Polly Plastics provides is extremely nice. You have the primary colors, red, blue, and yellow. You also have black and white, and even a gold and silver pairing. Of course you also get the larger amount of regular plastic pellets.

I show the pellets in groups, the red, yellow, and blue in one picture, and the black, white, gold and silver in another. I also highlight the pellets that are nondescript in color, that form a different shade of white. I definitely like these pellets, and I want to explain why. The pellets themselves are uniquely shaped, and the colors are quite vivid!

The red, yellow and blue are very vivid, and you can match up the pieces from each to the color of their bag (something that I thought was pretty cool).

The black, white (hard to see on the white background) silver and gold have the same cylindrical style of pellet. The black and white pellet bags are black and white, whereas the gold and silver have plain clear bags.

The large container of Polly Plastics pellets are actually quite different in shape, pellet wise. The pellets are almost spherical in shape, although they are not perfectly round and smooth. You can see the comparison between the regular plastic pellets in front of the Polly Plastics container in comparison to the colored gold pellets off to the side.

There is not a lot of colored pellets in comparison to the regular pellets, but they do nicely at starting a color and seeing how they actually mix. The pellets in the bags are no where near the quantity of the pellets in the Polly Plastics container, but there is quite a bit when you actually start messing with it.

The pellets can be mixed, and there is a little chart that is provided to show how the different colors can be mixed.

On the back, it shows how the gold and the silver can be mixed to create different shades.

The instructions in the book are crystal clear, and very easy to follow. It even gives suggestions on what not to use around the plastic pellets so as to not ruin either the pellets or the other material. It gives suggestions on what you could do with the pellets, as well as a few other tips (I can not give everything away now can I?). I had a pretty easy time using these, they have been a really nice way to make little molds (or my personal favorite use, replacing the game pieces that have seemed to go missing ever since I got a cat…).

Overall, I definitely would recommend these pellets by Polly Plastics, they have been a really nice variety to have and exactly what I would hope for with plastic pellets.

You can check out this on Amazon HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive this assortment of plastic pellets for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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Polly Plastics Review

Jammy Jams Album 6 Review

This album by Jammy Jams, Pop Goes Lullaby 6 is great for both adults and toddlers. The songs are easily recognizable yet they have the ability to lull someone to sleep. The songs are soothing but keep a steady pace. It is a great way to unwind after a long day. Each song has a distinctive sound yet still goes well from one to the next, even when played out of order. The songs are completely instrumental, but a xylophone does the singing piece which is very obvious when listening to it.

Jammy Jams Pop Goes Lullaby 6 Track List

1. Hello (Lullaby Rendition of Adele)

2. Can’t Feel My Face (Lullaby Rendition of The Weeknd)

3. What Do You Mean? (Lullaby Rendition of Justin Bieber)

4. Lean On (Lullaby Rendition of Major Lazer & DJ Snake)

5. Good For You (Lullaby Rendition of Selena Gomez)

6. Elastic Heart (Lullaby Rendition of Sia)

7. Cheerleader (Lullaby Rendition of OMI)

8. Fight Song (Lullaby Rendition of Rachel Platten)

9. The Hills (Lullaby Rendition of The Weeknd)

10. Worth It (Lullaby Rendition of Fifth Harmony)

You can check out this on their store HERE Amazon HERE, iTunes HERE, Bandcamp HERE, Spotify HERE and the Google Play Store HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive this album for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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Jammy Jams Album 6 Review

Brisk Bars Review

My first bite of a Brisk Bars, I definitely felt the energy practically zing through me. It certainly was a taste I was not expecting in the slightest. The taste alone got me up and running to the refrigerator, to get a glass of milk. These are pretty bitter little bars, but they are effective. The bars themselves are actually two “doses,” I only eat half of one at a time and feel like I’m bursting with energy. I will admit, after that first bite, the shock factor was not there, and it was actually pleasant to eat. Definitely not what I am used to eating, but I did not feel like I needed to run to the refrigerator to get a glass of milk.

The pack that I got, a 4 pack, has lasted me quite a while. I feel like I only need one a day, and only on days that I truly need a pick me up (or nights really). I will caution eating this if you are wanting to sleep any time in the near future after ingesting this, if you are anything like me you will not be able to sleep a wink for quite a while after munching on it.

Even staying up late with a toddler teething, this has helped me to power through anything that I set my mind to. I definitely recommend this, it has been an interesting experience to be sure, and it definitely gives me energy. Just be prepared for a very bitter taste dancing across your tongue that first bite, to put a spin on an old saying “the first bite is the worst.”

You can check out this on their personal site HERE or Amazon HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive these Brisk Bars for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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Brisk Bars Review

"Intel-a-Temp" Digital Bottle Warmer and Sterilizer Review

The Intel-a-Temp has an interesting design. From the box to the actual use, this is an extremely stream-lined product. Perfect for a parent who is needing some quickness in their life for a baby bottle at two o’clock in the morning.

Below I will show not only the box from multiple angles, but also the pieces that make up the Intel-a-Temp bottle warmer. I will also go into the details of the actual baby bottle warmer and sanitizer pieces. There is also a video of the unboxing of the Intel-a-Temp digital bottle warmer and sterilizer below.

Starting off, the box’s front has a simple picture showing the bottle sterilizer in action, with the accessory that comes with the bottle sterilizer. The colors are bold but do not make the eyes feel overwhelmed.

The top has a simple latch, with the bold orange with black lettering proclaiming that the Intel-a-Temp is inside the box.

One side lists the operations for the Intel-a-Temp digital warmer and sterilizer. The instructions are short and sweet, with a picture for each step. Outlined are using the Intel-a-Temp as a milk warmer, a food warmer, as well as a sterilizer.

The other side lists the different functions of the digital warmer and sterilizer. Listed are the multi-function milk warmer, food warmer, and sterilizer temperatures, 3 minutes fast bottle warming, LED panel display temperature and operating time, programmable advanced timer, can be used with any size of bottles, fast heating and energy saving, 15 minutes automatic sterilizing time, and last but not least, automatic shut-off when water empty. Each point to the digital warmer and sterilizer is punctuated with a image to the side of it.

I was really impressed with the instructions on the Intel-a-Temp digital warmer and sterilizer. There was a lot more substance to the instructions and I felt that they were very easy to follow.

The sterilizer has a wide mouth and a solid base, meaning no matter the bottle I put in this, it worked perfectly. From my skinnier bottles even to my wide-mouthed ones.

The yellow piece provided for baby food works well, it fits right in the warmer and allows for maximum warmth spread throughout the baby food. I know my little ones like it when their food is warm, of course, wouldn’t most people?

The yellow cup has markings on it, so you can see exactly how much you are putting inside it.

The cup itself is also extremely easy to clean between uses, no harsh angles or anything of the sort. So far it has worked well and i have been pretty pleased with it overall.

The bottle warmer has been an easy thing to operate, following the instructions I actually was able to program it and I feel that it has helped out with feedings. Everything from the actual warming to the clean up has been extremely easy and I have not had any issues with it. Overall, yes I would recommend this.

You can check out this on Amazon HERE.

Disclaimer: I did receive this digital bottle warmer and sterilizer at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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"Intel-a-Temp" Digital Bottle Warmer and Sterilizer Review

Mobile Double Sided Whiteboard Review

The mobile double sided whiteboard on wheels by Superior Essentials is perfect for learning the alphabet with younger children, or even just brainstorming ideas for a project. I like to use this when I am making lists, or trying to organize something. The double sided aspect of the whiteboard allows me to do that. I want to cover the whiteboard itself, from installation, to use, the magnetic aspect as well as the fact that the whiteboard is double sided. I also want to briefly touch on the customer service given by Superior Essentials.

The Whiteboard Itself

Installation of the Whiteboard

The whiteboard overall was very easy to set up. Included with the whiteboard is a list of what should be in the box, as well as a paper with picture instructions on how to put the whiteboard together. This whiteboard comes with every single thing you would need to set it up, it even includes a little wrench and screw drivers. I definitely would recommend having two people set this up, it goes a lot easier when there are two sets of hands stabilizing it. Everything went really well together, except for the tray. The tray is directional, you will want to put the side of the tray that stick out on the side of the beam that has the Superior Essentials logo. I also want to mention, when you are peeling the protective layer off the whiteboard, it can cause quite the shock. My finger was numb from the shock that the static generated.

Using the Whiteboard

The whiteboard is really easy to use. It is an easy surface to write on, although I would recommend steadying it on the side with your hand when you are writing. Erasing, same thing, steady it with your hand on the side. It does wipe down pretty easily, even if the dry erase marker has been up there for a few days. It actually seems to erase better if I have let it sit for an hour or so before wiping off (although, it isn’t much different writing and then immediately wiping it off).

The Whiteboard is Magnetic

I love that this whiteboard is magnetic. My erasers that I use look like mice (the kind that you click with on a computer), and they are too large for the tray. Being that I can stick an eraser on either side makes it easy to flip the board since it has a little more weight on it (although not much). This also makes it a nice way to use my magnetic alphabet letters that I got for learning the alphabet with my twins, I don’t have to have the letters on the refrigerator in the kitchen which makes the twins that much less likely to actually BE in the kitchen when they are not supposed to.

The Whiteboard is Double Sided

This is a really nice thing for me. I can have say magnets on one side and writing on the other. Or I can use one side of the whiteboard for my own brainstorming ideas or lists and the other side can be for the twins. There are so many ways to use the duel sides, and it is incredibly easy to switch between the sides. You would just need to press down on the black piece in the middle of the support beam that is in the middle of the frame, and it will rotate around almost on its own. I would recommend having it flip so the front of the board goes around on the top, it seems to latch easier from that direction, although it does latch the other way as well (you just need to either apply enough of a swing or force on the black piece in the middle).

Customer Service

I want to include a little portion on the customer service given to me by Superior Essentials. I was blown away with how prompt the seller was at responding to my questions, and when I had an issue with a couple of screws going missing (they are very unique screws), they sent them out to me and provided the tracking so that I could see when the replacement pieces would arrive. I was also told that they would be securing the boards with an extra precaution during shipping so that others who were to order would hopefully not ever have the same issue again. The seller Superior Essentials went above and beyond in my opinion, and I have been thoroughly impressed by their actions.

Where Can You Find this Whiteboard?

You can check out this whiteboard on Amazon HERE.

Verdict

Yes, I definitely would recommend this. From ordering to set up to using, this has been an amazing experience and I think this would be perfect in almost any home that has the room for it.

Disclaimer

I did receive this whiteboard for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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Mobile Double Sided Whiteboard Review