About County Rescue

County Rescue is a new family friendly, light drama centered around a group of EMTs. We all know that being an EMT is a tough job that requires courage, focus, intellect, compassion, strength, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and much more. EMTs often see people at their worst and have to be able to care for others sometimes in very difficult situations.

In County Rescue season one, we follow probationary EMTs who are all vying for one open spot on the squad. As they put their training to the test in the field, they grow and change as both EMTs and people. Young people stepping into a demanding job learn a lot about themselves as they learn to step up and really be responsible not only for themselves but for their co-workers, patients, and the community they serve.

This show is not a medical drama. Very little time is spent on the medical aspect of their jobs. This is a human drama that includes friendships, rivalries, romance, family expectations, and, of course, faith.

Where to Watch

County Rescue come to Great American Pure Flix streaming platform on February 23rd. You can get a free 7 day trial here. I’m also giving away a 3 month membership down below. On February 26th you can watch it on Great American Family channel. Here is the channel locator.

Giveaway

One US winner will receive a 3-month subscription to Great American Pure Flix. Winner must reside in the US and have not won a 3-month subscription in the last 6 months. The winner will be verified and their name and email address will be sent to the sponsor for fulfillment.

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I’ve been shopping QVC for years, especially for holiday decor and gifts. I’ve discovered some of my favorite new-to-me brands on QVC and I’m excited to share them with you today.

Gifts for Women

I live in Florida so I only need a winter jacket for about 2-3 weeks a year. The problem was, I hadn’t owned one in years. I saw Cuddl Duds Sherpa Wrap Front Jacket and knew I needed it. Mine is a few years old so it is slightly different than this one but I LOVE it. I’m excited that it might get cold enough for me to wear it a few days later this week! If you are looking for a cute, comfortable, and warm jacket this is it!

The other fashion brand that has become a favorite is Anybody. I have a few of their tops, and want some bottoms! Anybody says they are loungewear that lets you relax anytime, anywhere, and that statement is so true. Anybody is good looking comfort clothes for hanging out at home or out running errands, Anybody is perfect, especially for busy moms. I have the Anybody Cozy Knit Rib Swing Top and the Anybody Cozy Knit printed Cargo Wide Leg Pant on my Christmas wish list!

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Even here in sunny Florida, UGG boots are all the rage. These Koolaburra by UGG Suede Bow Short Boots would be a very welcomed gift for any teen girl.

Everyone needs a reliable Power Bank and HALO is the brand to get. This HALO 15,000mAh Power Bank with Apple, Micro, and USB-C cables is the perfect gift for anyone who owns a smartphone. This can charge up to 3 devices simultaneously! Never be caught with a dead battery again. It’s 5.5″ x 2.85″ x .88″ so it fits easily in a purse or pocket and it only weighs 0.739 lbs making it great or travel or everyday use.

Family Gifts

If you can’t gather in person with family this holiday season, do the next best thing, gather virtually. The set of 2 Facebook Portal 10.1″ Smart Display allows to you “be there” when you can’t be there. Amazon Alexa is built in as well so you get the bonus of having Portal also be your Alexa voice control unit for playing music, controlling your smart home, adding items to your shopping list and more. This set of 2 Portals means you can keep one for yourself and send one to the loved one you want to see more often.

Here is another gift for the whole family to enjoy. The ChargeHub X7 Signature Charging Station has 7 USB ports to allow the whole family to charge their devices as needed. no more fighting over the charging cable!

Here is a game the whole family can play, Bounce Battle! Bounce Battle is the easy to learn and quick to play battle game of strategy, skill, and chance! Choose your color, pick your battle, and bounce ping pong balls into the game cube to win.

Why I Shop QVC for the Holidays

In addition to great prices and an amazing selection of gifts, I shop QVC for the Holidays because they often offer special deals like free shipping or 5 easy pays which allows you to pay over time with no interest, which can come in handy while holiday shopping.

In case you didn’t know, you don’t HAVE to watch QVC to order from QVC. Yes, there are limited time offers and specials which are easiest to find out about while watching TV, but you can shop QVC.com anytime. I hope you will Shop QVC for the Holidays this year.

You can enter to win a $100 QVC E-Gift Card! The giveaway starts on Monday, November 30th at 12:00 AM PT and ends on Wednesday, December 2nd at 11:59 PM PT so go enter now! Good Luck!

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With CardNow you receive a box of 25 inactive gift cards, ready to be activated from home at your convenience. It is the perfect solution for busy moms (or grandparents!) and even small business owners. When those last-minute gifting occasions like birthday parties come up, or you need to have a contest or giveaway for your business, or even reward employees, be ready with a gift card you can activate & load from the convenience of your mobile phone! You can learn more at their website.

This is a brilliant idea! It will make birthday and holiday gift giving so much easier. I’ll also be using it for incentives with my business teammates. I’ve also shared this info with our Children’s Pastor because we give out gift cards all the time at trainings and rallies and having them on hand would make her busy life so much easier.

Each Starter Box includes a reusable box to store your cards in, 25 merchant gift cards from up to 5 different merchants and 25 gift card sleeves. The Starter Box costs $12.99. You get to choose from several merchants so your cards will be for restaurants, services, and stores you know your gift recipients will love.

When you’re ready to give or use a gift card, it takes less than a minute to activate a card with the mobile app. Simply scan the card, choose the gift card value, and pay. No buying cards in advance, just add value to a card when you are ready to give the gift. When you need more gift cards you just go on the app or website and order more…for free! Order yours today!

CardNow Giveaway

I am giving away one CardNow Starter Box valued at $12.99. The giveaway ends at 12:00am on Friday 10/30/20. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and verified. The winner will be notified via email and they will have 48 hours to respond. If they don’t respond, an alternate winner will be chosen. Good Luck

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Stocking Stuffers for Ages 16+

By the time we hit our teen years all the way through adulthood the stocking stuffers can be hard to come by. I am of the mindset that stocking stuffers shouldn’t cost too much and they should be fun or quirky. I’ve come across some great stocking stuffers in recent months so I thought I’d share my finds with you!

 

Mind Stretchers Puzzle Books-ACTIVATE your thinking muscles. It’s too easy just to turn on the TV and let the images of the day wash over us, leaving brain cells unchallenged and a bit sad. Keep your brain happy with this mind stretching collection of puzzles. Crosswords, word searches, trivia, logic and numerical games—these teasers are all designed to inspire and stimulate the mind. So turn off the dreaded box and turn to Mind Stretchers—you’ll be entertained, learn new things, wake up your brain and it’s definitely more fun than watching the news.
 

Tippur makes doing your nails fun, fast and easy without any worry of making a mess. This ultimate nail polish accessory firmly holds your bottle of polish at any angle so you can concentrate on polishing without fear of the bottle falling over when you aren’t looking. It also helps you reach even more of your favorite color at the bottom of the bottle, so you don’t waste a single drop. Tippur’s unique foam insert design accommodates any shape nail polish bottle. By holding it firmly for you, you can avoid messy spills and make home manicures a breeze.
 

SnapLaces are made to give you more performance and comfort from your shoes while allowing you to never tie shoe laces again. Your shoes will feel great with the perfect tension, performance, and comfort every time. Not only do they look great, but they’re the fastest way to get in and out of your running shoes, trainers, casual, or any of your favorite shoes. Whether you’re out for a run on the trail, shooting hoops on the basketball court, golfing a round on the course, or just out on the town, SnapLaces elastic stretch laces are a perfect fit. SnapLaces are a one size fits all shoelace, adjustable to fit any size from adult to children. I’ve been wearing mine for over a week and I really like them!
 

Emergency Multi Tool – After a bad car accident a few seconds can mean the difference between life and death for you and your loved ones. This emergency multi tool helps you to escape quickly after a car accident. Many people fear wearing a seat belt in case they were to be trapped in a burning or sinking vehicle. Electric windows do not work without power and would need to be shattered so you could escape. The surgically sharp blade effortlessly cuts through a tangled seat belt (recessed for safety), the pointed steel head (with red plastic protective cover) shatters windows with ease. Simply keep it in your glove box or emergency kit.
 

Sizzling Bacon Candy-We’re all used to everything tasting like bacon, but this candy turns your mouth into a frying pan. Sprinkle a generous portion of the chunks of bacon-flavored candy on your tongue and they will begin to sizzle and crack just like a slice of bacon preparing for breakfast.
 

Magnelex Magnetic Wristband-This adjustable velcro wrist strap features super strong magnets embedded wristband for holding screws, nails, bolts and small tools. Perfect for home improvement, construction, wood working, carpentry, auto repair projects.
 

I hope I have given you some new creative ideas for stocking stuffers this year.

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	All gadget lovers need power and it is hard to find a laptop power pack that comes with 9 different tips to fit most PCs. The Innergie Power Gear 65 Pro is an ultraslim 65 watt laptop adapter. $59.99
	The Beddi Charge is a great gift for any gadget lover. This colorful alarm clock and USB charger will help start your day off fully charged. $24.99.
	The Innergie LifeHub Plus is the perfect gift for any gadget lover. We all need to charge multiple devices at one time! The LifeHub PLus 3 port charging hub delivers 2.4A to all 3 devices it is charging for a fast and safe recharge. $30.99
	Every gadget lover needs power on the go. The myCharge HubXtra delivers! It has a built-in Apple lightning cable, a built-in micro-USB cable, and a built-in USB port so that you can charge any of your devices. It also has built-in wall prongs so that you can charge the HubXtra and your device. $54.99
	The enevu CUBE is an amazing little multi-use light that shines brighter than you’d expect from its size. The CUBE is powerful enough to light up an entire room yet small enough to fit in any pocket. $24.99.
	PowerJoy Pro 24 is Always Ready to Hit The Road! This dual-port 2.4A USB wall charger handles any power supply between 100-240 AC. Enjoy lightning fast charging performance everywhere you go, as long as there is a socket available and this clever wall charger! $19.99
	This is the most expensive yet most valuable gift for any adult gadget lover on this list, and iseeBell video doorbell. iseeBell offers homeowners a revolutionary new way to answer their doorbell and increase home security. With the cutting edge new smart Wifi video doorbell, you will never be left guessing about who is at your door again. $139.95

I have and use every product on this list. I only recommend products I personally use and love. I hope you have found some gift inspiration on this list. Happy Shopping!

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You may remember, a lot of my “picky eater” issues have more to do with texture than taste. For this reason, I eat very few fruits and veggies. Since receiving these Nutri Ninja blessings I have consumed 2-3 fruit servings a day. I have plans to branch out even more thanks to the Nutri Ninja Elevate Everyday 75 Simple Recipes cookbook that came with the Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO. So far I have only used the Nutri Bowl Duo, I need to make room on my limited counter space to add the Ninja BlendMAX Duo. In addition to making smoothies, I used the Nutri Bowl to crush candy canes for my holiday baking!

About the Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO

Ninja ® , the technology pioneer in the housewares industry,  unveils the Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO—a transformational everyday meal-maker. For the first time ever, this groundbreaking innovation combines Ninja’s powerful Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction**—breaking down fruits and vegetables to unlock their full potential † — with the all-new Nutrient Fusion* that brings fresh, vibrant ingredients together for flavorful, nutritious meals, snacks, and desserts worth savoring.

The Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO, with the exclusive, uniquely designed Nutri Bowl, is the perfect complement to Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction**, and the essential start-to- finish tool that helps users easily break out of their everyday routine. Featuring a 1200-watt motor, Precision Prep Blades, and Auto-iQ Boost Technology, the Nutri Bowl marries wholesome, fresh ingredients to make delicious, nutritious meals.

The perfect counterpart to the Nutri Bowl is the Nutri Ninja Cup with Pro Extractor Blades® Assembly and Auto-iQ Boost Technology, which fully break down whole foods, ice, and seeds through Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction.** Ninja’s powerful technology makes it easy to extract a wide spectrum of delicious nutrient juices, smoothies, and protein shakes with minimal effort. Ninja has also reimagined new recipe categories in Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction** including wake-ups, nutrient shots, freezes, and indulgences.

About the Nutri Ninja Nutri BlendMAX Duo

The 1600-watt Nutri Ninja Ninja BlendMAX DUO features two vessels that interchange on a single base, to make every creation smooth and sippable. The blender enables users to switch easily between Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction* and Total Crushing Technology, bringing flexibility to your countertop.

Ninja’s fastest Total Crushing Blades offer the most ice-crushing power of any Ninja blender, turning ice into snow, and giving consumers perfectly blended drinks. The 88-ounce pitcher†, Ninja’s largest, is perfect for entertaining, eliminating the need to make multiple batches of frozen and blended drinks.

Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction* uses Pro Extractor Blades Assembly to fully break down whole foods, ice, and seeds and unlock the full potential of fruits and vegetables.†† Ninja’s 18 oz. or 24 oz. Nutri Ninja Cups whip up nutrient-packed drinks to bring on the go.

The Nutri Ninja Ninja BlendMAX DUO includes Ninja’s advanced Auto-iQ Technology with One-Touch Intelligence with unique programs that deliver delicious smoothies, frozen drinks, purees, and nutrient-rich juices with zero guesswork. Each Auto-iQ program can switch between BOOST YES and NO with the Auto-iQ Boost option for the power to customize the texture of any recipe.

So far I have tried 2 of the smoothie recipes the Citrus Splash and the Strawberry Banana Protein Shake. I like them both but the protein shake is my favorite! It is so packed with protein and nutrients I don’t crave junk or fast food for lunch, I hardly even feel hungry until late afternoon. Either one of these Nutri Ninja products would be a wonderful addition to your kitchen, and they would be a great step forward in having a healthier new year. Don’t forget to ask Santa!

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Gifts for Travelers

SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive

Have you ever been on a vacation, taking a lot of pictures on your smartphone and then the “out of memory” notice comes up?!? It is so frustrating. before we went on our cruise last year I picked up a 32 GB SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive. Each night hubby and I both downloaded all our pictures to the drive. We never had to worry about running out of memory! These flash drives are available in 32, 64, 128, and 200 GB sizes for $23.89-$86.09 based on size.

BorrowLenses

Do you know a traveler who is going on an epic adventure and needs a new camera or lens? Rent one! The Gear You Want When You Need It is the motto at BorrowLenses. Gift certificates are available and would make an amazing gift!

Traveler’s Notebook

All serious travelers need some type of traveler’s notebook to record their travels in. I recommend the affordable, recycled notebooks from Guided Products. Recycled notebooks come in 3 sizes and 3 finishes with prices starting at $3.49 you can’t go wrong.

Photo Books and Calendars

I have used Mixbook for years. I have made several Custom Photo Books at Mixbook and created calendars too. If you know someone who takes beautiful pictures of their travels a Mixbook gift card would be a very thoughtful gift.

Thinium ReCharge iPhone Charger

I’ve been using my Thinium RECharge iPhone Charger for a few weeks now. I think it is a good choice for travelers because you don’t need any extra cables. You can charge via the built in lightning dock or the attached USB. When you are back in your room you can plug the Thinium ReCharge into the wall outlet with the phone attached and charge both the phone and the battery pack at the same time. The ReCharge charges your iPhone quickly and can ReCharge your phone 1.5 times per charge. The ReCharge is available for $69.99.

Gifts for Making Packing Easier

TUO

You might remember back in April I introduced you to TUO the Travel Undergarment Organizer. I love my TUO and it travels with me everywhere I go. If you are going on an overnight trip you can use it to pack most of what you need. For an extended stay, TUO keeps your unmentionables clean, safe and easy to access. TUO comes in 5 designer styles and costs $49.50.

Miu Color Packing Cubes

Where have Miu Color Packing Cubes been all my life? I learned about packing cubes a while back when a friend of mine posted a video about how she packed her family of 7 (including 5 kids under age 6) to move to Europe with only 1 backpack each! I was amazed and intrigued. I got my set of packing cubes last fall in time for our week long cruise and that is when I fell in love. My suitcases are so much more organized and my clothes stay neater when they are packed in cubes. What makes this even better? These cubes come in 3 different colors and are only $15.99 per set of 4.

Shelfpack

I haven’t tried this product yet but it is on my list. Shelfpack – A new kind of luggage with built-in shelves!! How absolutely cool is this? Talk about luggage organizing at its finest. The Shelfpack would have been pefect for Jordan when he was traveling the country with The 99 doing missionary work and living in host homes for 2 1/2 years. Shelfpack retails for $349.

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If you have a LuLaRoe lover or addict on your Christmas shopping list, I thought I’d share with you the support products that I have purchased to keep my investment well cared for. The rules for washing most LuLaRoe products is to wash inside out in cold water and hang to dry. Lace and Chiffon pieces should be hand washed and for best results dark/bright colors should be soaked in 1 cup vinegar and 1 gallon water for 30 minutes before washing. I know that is a lot of rules but it is worth it to preserve your clothing.

Fine Mesh Delicates Bag

I wash all of my LuLaRoe in delicates bags. I do this for 2 reasons. First, my clothing is protected from wear and tear caused by my washing machine or buttons and buckles on other clothes. Second, it is easy to locate all of my LuLaRoe and make sure it isn’t placed in the dryer.

Over the Door Drying Rack

I don’t have a lot of free space in my small home. I was having trouble finding places to hang my clothes to dry. I purchased this drying rack and hung it on a closet door and it is perfect!

Concealed Carry Holsters

Yes, you read that right. My son sent me this video  it shows how to wear Dene Adams thigh holster leggings with your LuLaRoe Cassie skirt. These legging holster would also work under the other LuLaRoe skirts and dresses.

Gift Certificates

Earlier this year a friend gave me a Gift Certificate to my favorite LuLaRoe consultant’s boutique. It was an awesome gift because I could shop in person or in her online sales. Check with your favorite consultant about getting a gift certificate. Don’t have a favorite consultant? I’m sure my top 4   favorites would be happy to have you join their groups, just tell them Cindy Schultz sent you. Amiyrah, Rosemary, Gretchen, and Lolli.

I hope you and your LuLaRoe loving friends have a wonderfully fashionable Christmas!

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What was in the November Beauty Box 5?

LA Fresh Good Day Day Moisturizer

Yes, I agree, the name is a bit redundant. This moisturizer retails for $40 and seems to work as well as my $10 moisturizer. Since we only received a sample, it was difficult to compare over the long term but, it did leave ,y skin soft and moisturized throughout the day.

Kaunis Facial Mask

This facial mask is cool and soothing and really makes my face feel rejuvenated after I have rested with it on my fave for about 20 minutes. Retailing for $14.95, it isn’t a mask I would use regularly but it is a nice special treat.

Altcheek MD Eye Gel Pads

We received a set of 2 of these pads. I tried using the first set when I was visiting my mom. Unfortunately, about 10 minutes in to wearing them, we had company arrive and I had to head to the restroom to remove the gel pads. Once returning home a few days later I tried the second set. After wearing them for 30 minutes my eyes were not less puffy they were read and irritated. I guess I am allergic to something in these pads.

MOODmatcher Luxe Twist Stick

Lip color is my new thing. I have been afraid to try bold colors but when the MOODmatcher shade-changing lip stick arrived, I couldn’t wait to try it. I have received a lot of compliments each time I’ve worn the color, so I guess it isn’t too bold. Also, this lip color really lasts all day! This $8 lip color is worth every penny.

The All Natural Face-Vegan Matte Cream Lip & Cheek Color

Honestly, I really don’t care if my cosmetics are vegan or not. This cheek color in Dusty Rose, complements my skin tone nicely andis a nice addition to my beauty arsenal. The fact that it only costs $5.75 is an added benefit.

Beauty Box 5 Makes a Great Gift

Any woman in your life will enjoy a Beauty Box 5 subscription for Christmas. We all love getting the chance to try new and different beauty products and having them shipped to us each month is even better. Subscribe to Beauty Box 5 and share the gift of beauty with those that you love!

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What is Postgram?

Using the simple Postgram photo mosaic maker, you connect Instagram, Facebook or add photos straight from your hard drive. PLay a round a bit to create exactly what you want and then place your order. Postgram offers several sizes of prints and you can get a canvas, a poster or high-res digital file of your mosaic. Prices range from $8-$139 plus shipping depending on the product you choose. Your mosaic is ready in just a few days and can be shipped internationally. If you have old video tapes, you could also get in touch with EverPresent to convert your vhs to digital files or DVD.

Mom Maven’s Thoughts

I love my Postgram 20×20″ canvas! I haven’t ordered any prints from Aaron & Summer’s wedding yet so I am very excited to have this hanging on my wall. Jordan has had fun looking up close at the individual Instagram photos while I love looking from across the room at the big picture. A Postgram canvas will make an affordable and unique gift for anyone on your Christmas list.

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