MONOPOLY JUNIOR COURTESY OF INFLUENSTER

Hi everyone,



So as I have not been posting as often it has given me sometime to figure out what I want to do with my blog. I have decided to transition from just strictly makeup to a FAMILY LIFESTYLE blog. In doing so I hope to attract the attention of a wider audience, that will follow me and my family with our favorite things that we see, taste, purchase, watch, play, and wear. 


So with that my kiddo and I were one of the families chosen by Influenster Canada to test out and review the Monopoly Junior game from Hasbro. 


Did you know that Hasbro has been around for 75 years bringing fun and exciting board games to families all over the world. As well as educating children with games that can teach counting, reading and the important lesson of  learning to accept when you don't win at something.

MONOPOLY JUNIOR
AGE 5+
2-4 PLAYERS

Here is what you get out of the box 

1-GAME BOARD

90- $1 BILLS ONLY

20 CHANCE CARDS AND CHARACTER CARDS

48 SOLD SIGNS

4 JUNIOR TOKENS

 (YOUR FAVORITE CLASSIC TOKENS BEFORE THEY GREW UP)

AND 1 DICE

As with any Monopoly game you still will see the standard spaces on the board such as Go, Chance, GO to Jail, Just Visiting and Free Parking. 

However the game play is fairly quick in this child friendly version and simple to learn. If you are playing with 4 people each person gets $16, 3 players will get $18 and 2 Player which is what we did get $20 each at the start of the game. When you land on a property if it's not already owned you MUST buy it. This is a good game for emerging readers because your child can read each space they land on as well as any chance cards they pick up. If someone else owns the space you land on pay them rent or perhaps they own both properties of the same colour  you will have to pay them double the rent. Don't worry game play is simple because the most you would ever have to pay at one time is $10 which also is a great opportunity for children to fine tune their counting and quick adding skills. 

 Another fun feature is the cute Token's which are a Tugboat, Cat, Dog and Car, but have a larger size which is easier to move for smaller hands. 

Overall I am pleased with this game and find it a lot of fun for both children and their parents. 

Also it doesn't just matter what I think, let's see what my boy and partner in crime thinks from his 7 year old perspective.

Quoted from my child 

"I love this game, it's fun and easy to understand and I can't wait to play it again,  it also doesn't take a really long time to play the whole game. I would not change anything about this game so far."

So there you have it, If your looking for something fun to put under the tree this holiday season check out Monopoly Junior and it's more affordable then a video game.

Let's get back to family time around the table, face to face, playing an iconic game like Monopoly. Get our children up and away from the t.v, tablets and video game systems. Remember time with you children playing, communicating and engaging is essential to strong life skills and a deeper respect for you as a parent.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HASBRO GAMES PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE HERE

THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN TO INFLUENSTER CANADA FOR SENDING THIS GAME FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION.

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imPRESS nails sent from Influenster for review

Hi everyone,

So today I will be talking about the imPRESS press on nails from broadway nails. I discovered and liked this product long before its more noticeable uprising in the nail/beauty world do in part to Influenster nation giving them a lot of exposure as of late. I have also done a couple of other reviews on this product and some other designs that I have had in the past, these posts can be found in my blog archive.

 The two designs I received are actually sets I have purchased myself in the past. In one way its good because I know I like them, but I would have preferred the opportunity to wear and review some different styles, I have seen people posting some really bright fun ones.

So here is Holla

and working girl

You can also see a 15 second video demo I posted to my Instagram if you go to the tab at the top of my page

Also here is a look at the still shot I posted to Instagram as well of the finished manicure

I like most everything about imPRESS press on nails. For me personally they fit the shape of my nail bed quite perfectly, but have read other peoples thoughts saying they don't fit at all. So maybe that is something to consider for the future is offering two different shapes to accommodate both broad nails and longer more tapered nails with a narrower nail bed. Also I have mentioned this before, the adhesive is not long lasting unless you are a person who does nothing all day. I find when I am busy they do pop off within hours. To remedy this problem i started putting an extra dab of nail glue on them for better adhesion.

Here in Canada imPRESS nails retail for $10 and come in a variety of solid colour's as well  as plenty of fun designs for all tastes.

I hope you found this review helpful and do let me know if you have tried these nails.

All items shown in this post were sent by Influenster for testing and review purposes

Thanks everybody for reading and please feel free to leave comments below

xoxo:)

Broadway Nails imPRESS press-on manicure

As you all know from previous posts I really enjoy the Broadway Nails imPRESS press on manicure.

I think these nails are a nice affordable option in place of getting acrylics done at a salon, also they are far less damaging to your natural nail bed.

I love the variety of styles, designs and colours available and can be readily picked up at my local Walmart for about $10. However the set I am showing you today was sent to me for review by Influenster.

This set is a black lacquer base with a silver glitter crackle finish its called "WORKING GIRL", I like it, but don't love it. I have had other designs I prefer more and I never really fell in love with the crackle polish craze.

 

 

Easy to follow application instructions clearly marked on the back of the package for first time user convenience.

You also get a total of 24 nails which come in varying sizes to accommodate various nail shapes and widths. Also extras can be used to replace any that may need it with time and prolonged use.

 

I do a lot of cooking, cleaning and various other tasks and find it can be taxing on these manicures. I find at times the nails have started popping off within a few hours. So to resolve this problem I just add an extra dab of nail glue for longer hold.

 

I also like to repurpose the container the nails came in to hold push pin, paper clips and various other bits and bobs because the idea of a nail polish bottle is cute and the smooth fronts are perfect for labelling.

 

You can see my other review on my various imPRESS nail sets here IMPRESS REVIEW

 

HOPE YOU HAVE ENJOYED THIS REVIEW AND WILL BE CHECKING OUT THE SELECTION OF BROADWAY NAILS AT A STORE NEAR YOU.

 

LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS IF YOU HAVE ANY IMPRESS NAILS??

 

THANKS FOR READING EVERYONE

 

 

 

 

 

XOXO

 

 

Montagne Jeunesse Clay Spas

Hi everyone,

Just a quick post on the following item that was sent to me for review purpose compliments of Influenster in the NEW Canadian "MAPLE VOX BOX". It is the Montagne Jeunesse RED EARTH CLAY SPA

 

I also posted a quick Insta-Video via Instagram, (Link to Instagram is in the side bar or at the bottom of this post) showing it in use for those that are interested.

 

I feel for a one time use item it did feel nice during the time it was on my face. After I took it off my face overall felt soft and very clean and as if the clay itself sucked a lot of the oil out.

 

Here is what the package states

Prepare your skin for a truly incredible, fresh pulped and juiced, deep cleansing journey. We've infused Mediterranean Clay with suitably spicy Cinnamon and pulped Pomegrantes to protect. This juicy boost will captivate your skin and senses

 

This mask is suitable for Normal, Combination and oily skin.

 

Make sure you cleanse your skin prior to mask application. All you do is unfold this sheet mask drape it over your face and smooth it out over your skin so its in full contact with your face. Lay back and relax for between 10-15 minutes, when complete remove mask and discard and gently massage excess liquid into skin.

 

The mask itself is made from bamboo material

 

You can pick these up readily at big box stores like Walmart for about $2.50 for one.

 

 

YOU CAN REACH MONTAGNE JEUNESSE ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS AT THE FOLLOWING LINKS PROVIDED BELOW

Montagne Jeunesse

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Also check out the brand website at

Farley Co.

 

 

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THANKS FOR READING EVERYONE

 

XOXO