"A Lizards Tale" Review

 Is anybody done with their Christmas shopping?? 

I'm totally jealous, if so. I am truly behind this year, mostly because I started a new job working as a librarian. Can you believe it?? I am thrilled with my new job. But, the downside is that I don't have the same kind of time I used to have with my family....let alone time to be out shopping. So, I was so pleased that I got a chance to review a book that could *double* as a Christmas present. By reviewing it, I am working (as a blogger) and getting Christmas presents at the same time. 

Here's the book:

It's an adorable story about a little Anatole lizard named Biz. Told from the pets perspective,  this book helps to enlighten people of all ages to the life of a pet lizard. Biz explains where he came from and where he lives now, in a home with a family. It is an interesting story filled with fun facts about chameleons and the different adventures of Biz around the house that he lives in.  

This book was written by Caroline and Andy Liebenow. For more information about their books click HERE.

As I am planning on gifting this to my Munchkin for Christmas, I can't give you my child's reaction to the story. I can take a very educated guess, however!! The four parts of this story that are mostly likely to intrigue the munchkin are:

1. A Book that can be colored!! That's pretty exciting stuff to be able to do to a book. 

2. Funny anecdotes about the adventures of Biz (from the bee situation to staring at his reflection....this book contains some serious CA-UTE. 

3. Simplistic drawings....sometimes overly ornate illustrations can overhwhelm. 

4. Knowledge of an unusual animal that is told in an interesting way. 

I am really excited to have the Munchkin read and color this fun book!! Be sure to check it out at Amazon HERE. 

I received a book in return for an honest review. All opinions are my own and written in my own words. 

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Loving these Christmas projects!! You guys are so creative!!

Christmas Decor from O. Alouette

Christmas Wine Bottle Decor by Heartfelt Balance

Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake from Just Winging It. Now, I know this isn't Christmassy....but it looks delicious!!

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Staircase Decor from Sweetwater Style!!

Those magnolia leaves look awesome. 

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GUM Crayola Toothbrushes Review

Don't you just love Crayola? I have loved their products all my life. I was so *thrilled* to get a new box of crayons....with all the fun names. Heck, Mister Rogers had a section on how crayons on made on his show. Now, they have branched out so much more than basic crayons!! I've seen some really cool toys with that brand name out there. Like this Color Dome:

I want one of those for myself!! 

Anywho, that's a bit of a tangent. I wanted to tell you about the toothbrushes I was sent to review. Crayola and GUM Brand have partnered together to make GUM Crayola Toothbrushes! . I have to say, I'm particularly fond of the red one in the middle picture above, the Crayola Timer Light Brush:

I found this collection of four brushes on Amazon. You can also find them right on the GUM site, with lots of info about the product and how it works HERE.

I like this one the best because it makes it a little more exciting to brush. The light blinks on the brush for 60 second intervals so your child is sure to do a really good job cleaning their teeth. I know my Munchkin has definitely gotten some good use out of it, which makes us all happy. 

The other brushes I received are basic suction cup only brushes (love the handiness of the suction cups on the bases) and smiley face suction cup brushes as well as a power brush with soft bristles that oscillate to help massage the gums. 

Overall, my opinion is this: Great products from a great company!! I am perfectly pleased with the toothbrushes and I will continue to buy the brand, because it has been around for a long time and I appreciate their products!!

ALSO......GUM Crayola is hosting a 12 days of GUM Holiday Giveaways!! Learn more about it HERE.

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I received product in return for a review. All opinions in this post are my own and written entirely in my own words. 

Merry Christmas Ombre Pallet

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I figured I ought to have a Christmas Pallet like I had a Thanksgiving Pallet. Easy to make and looks lovely as decor. I just love this time of year!!

To make this I just chose some fun Christmassy colors and darkened them (or lightened them) to make the colors you see on the pallet. Then I used a stencil for some snowflakes. I free-handed the smaller ones. I used another stencil for the letters. Pretty simple!!

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Someone Went To Get A Christmas Tree Yesterday........

We spent yesterday decorating our house and getting a Christmas tree. Someone came with us in her fancy winter sweater. Chloe loved all the smells and the chance to lick as many new faces as she could.  We would have taken buddy but we were afraid of the potential for havoc that comes with bringing Buddy anywhere. Don't get me wrong, he's a sweetie....he's just a lab. :-) 

Now, we're just waiting to see how many ornaments he is going to pull off the tree!!

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Ah!! I totally fell asleep and forgot to post this party!! What can I say?? It's such a busy (but so fun!!) time of year and I am pretty tired. From wagon rides to Christmas crafts, and family parties to finding the right tree.....this weekend saw it all. 

Here are my Fave's from last week:

Holly Jolly Notepad Books from Make-Homemade-Gifts.Com

Christmas Baubles by Jellyfish Jelly

Sweet Potato Pie With Rosette Frosting from Joy in the Jumble

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Vintage Book Page Star by House Revivals

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