Lysol Power & Free Multi-Purpose Cleaner with Hydrogen Peroxide

I received Lysol Power & Free from BzzAgent in exchange for a review along with coupons to share with family and friends.  All opinions are 100% my own.

My experience with both Lysol Power & Free Multi-Purpose Cleaners with Hydrogen Peroxide it cleans very well I use the products in my dogs' eating area.

Ok, I use the spray twice a week on Jupiter's food stand not his bowls to freshen up his area with a light citrus sparkle zest scent not overpowering at all and I use the wipes daily after his food intake he is a messy eater. I loved the wipes and it's cleaning capabilities, but I didn't like the oxygen splash scent to much.

It is safe for my Jupiter it has no harsh chemicals nor bleach it kills 99% of bacteria and it dries quickly. I didn't have to use gloves to protect my hands from using the product. 

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Jarritos & #LatinFoodFest13

Sponsor: Hispano Bloggers provided a video link to Around Our Way for review. See, Disclosure Policy

To be honest I've seen these Jarritos in the supermarkets but never thought of buying those type of sodas it looks too sweet to drink. Looks can be deceiving once I've checked out the video it kind of changed my mind on what they add to these little jugs here is the story of how Jarritos became so popular.

Jarritos @ Around Our Way

There motto "We're Jarritos and We're not from here" the most cherished soda in Mexico. Jarritos in English means little jars or jugs these fruity sodas were created by Francisco "El Guero" Hill in the 1950's.

He created Jarritos in his dining room table by adding all natural flavors such as fresh fruits and real sugar. There's no high-fructose corn syrup in these fruity sodas. All of Mexico loved it and his family including his wife, but she just wanted her dining table back.

Don Francisco added many exotic flavors mandarins, limes, grapefruits, tamarinds, pineapples, hibiscus, mangoes, quava and he worked closely with local growers to ensure the bests were use for Jarritos. By the 1960's it was shared in the United States. Since the creation of Jarritos until now the recipe has not change.

View the history of Jarritos  for yourself




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Reuse Leftover Candles

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A few years ago, I started researching how to make candles and there was a whole stream of how to's, but the one that caught my eye was how to reuse your leftover candles. Honestly, I wish I had saved the link but I didn't I would of love to give credit to that person whom open up my eyes on not to throw out your used up candles.

For many years I've been reusing my leftover candles I even taught my mother. I gave her a set of 6 metal votive  and a pack of wax wick she tried it and she loved it. She said it was very easy to do so now every time she burns a candle and there's no more to burn she saves the leftovers.

Kohl's Glass Candle Holders

First, you will need an old pot, leftover candles, essential oils (optional), votive, cooking spray, and wax wicks. You can buy wax wick at any craft store it's available in various sizes the one I use was 2" long.

  

Leftover Candles

Add the pot on the stove and turn on heat to low to medium let it warm up, spray the pot, and add the leftover candles. You may have the metal part still connected to the leftover candle from the previous wick don't worry about it add the candle in the pot. Once the candle melts completely use a utensil or a toothpick to pick it out and throw it away. It may take up 10 to 20 minutes or longer depending on how much you candles you have leftover.

wick, candles

While your candle is melting in the pot have your votive or candles holders ready add your wax wick in the middle of the votive, and pour your melted candle in your votive. 

Melted Candle

If you wish you can add a few drops of essential oil in the candle to give it a nice scent such as lavender, eucalyptus, or peppermint which ever you like.

Reuse Candle

Wait about 20 to 30 minutes for it to fully dry and then it'll be ready to be lit enjoy your reuse new candle.

Would you try this method or would you buy an already made candle?

Bona Hardwood Floor Mop Kit Giveaway

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I'd like to Thank Simply Southern Couponers for giving me the opportunity to host Bona Hardwood Floor Kit on Around Our Way. Good Luck to all!

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ColgateTotal Mouthwash

I received a complimentary #Colgate Total Advanced Pro-Shield #Mouthwash bottle for review from Influenster.

I always have a bottle of mouthwash on hand being that I'm a coffee drinker. After I have my few cups of coffee I use a mouthwash to get rid of well you guys know the coffee breath so I swish and swish.

My honest opinion of #Colgate Mouthwash at first it was a little strong for it to be alcohol free, but I guess it was the peppermint flavor. After a few days I was very happy with the results I love the peppermint blast flavor and as far as the 12 hour protection it worked for long time I went through the whole day even after dinner and my mouth was feeling clean.

I'm still halfway from finishing the bottle you will feel a difference once you start using the Advance Pro Shield. I recommend #Colgate Total Advanced Pro Shield Mouthwash.

What mouthwash do you use?

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DramaFever: Historical Fiction Telenovelas/Shows Online with English Subtitles

Sponsor: DramaFever provided a subscription to Around Our Way in exchange for a post. 


I'm a huge fan of historical fiction books, so when DramaFever contacted me about their online telenovelas or shows I had to check it out. I love it! 

My favorite is Isabel  I of Castile, she finds herself in the royal court of 15th-century Spain, ruled by greed, lust, lies, and, above all, an insatiable hunger for power. To all Historical Fiction fans you will definitely love ISABEL. 

Another one I plan to watch is Red Eagle (Aguila Roja) a masked hero who fights injustice in 17th century Spain as a Ninja and he's seeking to find his wife's killer. This one is great for anyone who loves action & adventure shows. 

Both shows are in Spanish with English subtitles I'm a big fan of subtitle movies, too. I went through the first episode listening in Spanish and reading the subtitles in English I was having a Spanglish moment. 

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Scott Brand Toilet Paper

I was running low on toilet paper and hand towels my go to store is Family Dollar it’s a couple of blocks from me and it’s nearby.  I’m looking thru the paper towel aisle I notice, Bounty Basics is on sale for $6. There was a woman looking at the same thing she commented the price isn’t bad especially it being Bounty Brand. Yes, I did I took the hand towels 8 rolls for $6.  Ok, next to the toilet paper aisle and picked my Scott brand bathroom tissues 12 rolls for $5.50 at regular price.

I was walking to the register and notice the same woman walking next to me and I saw she was carrying the Cottonelle bathroom tissues. We both got in line and started to chitchat about the brands we each use in our homes. She asked me, what’s the difference between both brands?  We began to discuss the price, ply, and thickness of the toilet paper and I replied with how I use to like the thickness & softness of Cottonelle, but it was too thick for my septic system and for our personal use.

My house structure is from the late 1920’s I have a very old septic system any other brand of toilet paper would clog up my toilet. I had to switch to Scott brand I think when Scott  invented  the toilet paper it thought about us and it was also thinking about our septic systems, too. She told me in surprise her toilet clogs up all the time she never thought it would be the toilet paper. She has been using Cottonelle bathroom tissues for years. I can see it in her face she was thinking about switching from Cottonelle to Scott Brand, but in the end, she remained with Cottonelle Brand at check out.

Since, I’ve been using Scott Brand my septic system has not clogged up at all. Well, not from toilet paper. It has been part of our daily needs and it will continue to do so I’m not going back to anything else. I’m a member of Scott Share Values  become a member you’ll receive great deals and rewards sign up it’s free.

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Hurricane Sandy & The Aftermath

We prepare for Hurricane Sandy we bought many can goods, lots of water and a few batteries for our flashlights and for our battery-operated radio.  Just in case, our power goes out.  Hey, you never know.  Oh, and filled up our gas tanks.  We felt ready for this storm.

During the Hurricane, we felt the house shake, we heard the wind whistling, we saw the pine tree from next-door (empty house) up rooted and it fell on the house and saw a cable wire loose swaying through all this wind from the light pole across the street.  It was a long night until about 9:50 pm the power went all out.  It was pitch black.  Luckily, a week before the storm around our way there was a garage sale I bought all a bag full of candles for $7.00.  I started lighting up candles all around the house and turned on the radio to hear of any news on of the storm.

A few months ago, we were looking into generators the ones that are installed to the house not the portable ones, but this company was asking for $9,000 and they offer 6-month financing.  Are they crazy?  Really???  Maybe, we should think about a portable generator they are less expensive but doable.  We are still undecided on whether to purchase one or not.

The next morning we got up still no power.  I prepared breakfast we got dressed and went outside to see the Aftermath of Sandy.  The  roof of the house has a few missing shingles, the gutters are all gone only two attached to the house, the garage roof definitely needs more repairs then the house, and one of the posts to the fence needs a replacement.  After inspecting the house and the property, we decided to take a ride around the neighborhood.

 As I am driving, I see in the apartment complex down the street from me a tree down and underneath the tree, about four parked cars damaged and stuck.  In the neighborhood, many traffic lights are out, lots of trees uprooted and down.  It was chaos without the traffic lights working.

Once, we got home around 12:30 pm the power was restore.  One of our neighbor said the power came on around 11 am.  We were happy but worried for our family, friends, and others who have lost their power.  

What Are Your Updates?

I’ve been posting about my thrifting days lately so let me give you a little update on what I’m currently doing and thinking of…

I painted my bathroom I am about finish with it; the walls are bare and needs some other colors beside gray/white/light blue.  I was thinking of adding an accent color like yellow.  I was checking out bella gracewall décor to see if I can conjure up some ideas. Another thing I need to finish up is adding the caulk tape instead of using the tube it’s less messy and simpler for the bathtub.  Also, I’m looking for a mirror for the bathroom with a fancy frame.

I was in Old Navy and took advantage of the 40% off last week and yesterday had to exchange a couple of items at Old Navy, which they had 30% off so I bought couple of items.  I was looking at some sandals but nothing caught my eye only a couple of shorts for my daughter. I use to own a pair of sandals long time ago although they were not cute they were so comfortable.  I saw some cheap Birkenstocks for women.  I found a few sandals on sale but I still think it’s too pricey.

Has anyone tried body adhesive?  I’ve heard of it but I never tried it before I guess it’s convenient for stockings.  I remember when I wore stockings it always slide down and I use to pull them up all the time it was frustrating.  If I had known then what I know now “it stays body adhesive walmart” would have been handy then.

What are you guys up to?

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