Chore Time Is Quick & Easy With #SwifferEffect! #rafflecopter

At the Monster House we use the "divide and conquer" method to tackle household chores. Otherwise, it would be me doing everything, and I just have to say, one person cleaning up after nine people just doesn't work out so well.

From picking up to doing dishes, to vacuuming and dusting, everyone pitches in - even the twinnies. But not everyone has 8 other family members to help get things done, like Lee and Morty, a 90 year old couple  living in New York. You can imagine how lugging around a heavy mop bucket or stretching on a rickety step stool to get the dusting done could be both difficult and dangerous for Lee, who does all the housekeeping in their home. Check out their story, and fall in love with them like I did:



Everyone has problem areas in their own home, or chores that are difficult to accomplish because of the contortions you have to do or cleaning supplies you have to heft around. Well, Swiffer has all kinds of products to help make your chore time shorter, more effective, and more enjoyable! And you'll feel better knowing that your home is really clean, and safe for your family. If you're anything lke me, and have a child or family member with allergies or sensitivities, cleanliness is a big, BIG deal. And for homes with pets and/or small children, Swiffer products are amazing for quick clean up of those pesky perpetual spills and messes.

But wait, there's more! (Lookit me all sounding like and infomercial...) One lucky Living with Logan reader living in the United States will WIN a #SwifferEffect kit ($20 value) of their very own to make cleaning faster and easier! Enter by using the super simple entries within the rafflecopter form below. Though I love love LOVE blog comments, those entries will not be valid, or counted. But always feel free drop me a comment to let me know how much you love me and the monsters. It makes me feel all gooey and get the warm fuzzies...

Remember: only entrants from the US are eligible to win. Good luck, and happy cleaning with #SwifferEffects!

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**disclaimer** I was provided with a #SwifferEffects kit in exchange for this post, including the provided video. Opinions and views stated within the body of the post are mine alone and were not compensated beyond free product. #SwifferEffect, Swiffer, and Swiffer Wet Jet are products of Proctor and Gamble, and copyrighted by same. Referenced here, for purposes of this post, with permission.

Chicken Soup for the Soul for ASD parents! review and #giveaway

We all know, as parents of kids "on the spectrum", the feeling of being alone, not having anyone around us that understands what it's like day to day with these amazing, incredible, wonderful kids of ours. It can be frustrating, exhilarating, exhausting, hilarious, and heartbreaking to parent these unique little people of ours. Most days, I'm convinced that Logan teaches me far more than I have ever taught him.

As Autism and Asperger's diagnosis' increase, and as awareness increases, the number of parents looking for support and understanding increases as well. Chicken Soup for the Soul has come out with a book of 101 stories written by parents of children with Autism and Asperger's, and I was impressed! In keeping with the high standards of other Chicken Soup books, this book will offer comfort and support and understanding apart from support groups online.

Covering such topics as therapies and tips, funny moments, getting the diagnosis, school and camp, family and siblings, hopes, expectations, and leaving the nest, this CSS book will be appropriate for every ASD parent.

Some authors may be familiar, like Big Daddy Stark, Dawn Hentrich , and Leigh Merryday. But regardless of whether I was familiar with the writer or not, each and every story in this book touched me in some way, and left me feeling a little lighter. Advertised as "A portable support group for families with children on the spectrum- with inspirational stories, useful tips, and solid advice from other parents!", this book is right on.

Though I read it from cover to cover, it's formatted in a way that going from story to story in no particular order would be just as satisfying. I have to say... CSS, you get 18 thumbs up! I love this book, and think that every parent should have one, whether they have a child with ASD or not. It's that good.

This quote from co-author Nancy Burrows says it all:

"I remember when my son was first diagnosed. It was like I was staring into the abyss, and I felt this need to turn somewhere for information...

"...I would have loved to have this book to turn to for support, guidance and tips. There's a big difference between Googling 'autism' on the internet and reading 101 stories from parents who have already been there."

And, the great news is, one of my lucky lucky US readers will get to win one of these books of their very own! How completely cool is that?! Enter to win by using the rafflecopter form below. Entries made in blog comments below the post will not be counted. Please read all terms and conditions within the rafflecopter form before entering. Giveaway ends 6/12 at 12am EST.

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Chicken Soup for the Soul, CSS, and cover art are property of Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC and are used here with permission for purposes of this review.

I was provided a free copy of this book in return for my honest review. My opinion may vary from yours.
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Nature's Sleep Slipper Review & G!veaway

There is something I have to confess. I am a slipper addict. I wear slippers all day long, whatever the weather, whatever the season. I have been known to run to the store or the post office while wearing them. At least I haven't even gone to one of my children's schools with slippers on, in a ratty bathrobe, with curlers in my hair. For one thing, I don't wear curlers. And for another, if I did that, I would traumatize small children and most household pets.

I consider myself a slipper connoisseur. It sounds elegant, you know. So, when I heard that Nature's Sleep wanted some bloggers to help do reviews, I jumped at the chance!

Nature's Sleep is known for their memory foam mattresses and variety of pillows, but did you know that they also have toppers, foundations,  memory foam slippers and even a pet bed your pet will fall in love with? Nature's Sleep has something for everyone. And, by registering your email on the Nature's Sleep site, you'll be privy to exclusive deals, info on new products AND be able to enter to win in their Monthly Mattress Giveaway!

I was thrilled to be able to review a pair of open toed terry slippers made with Nature's Sleep memory foam. I anxiously awaited the arrival of the FedEx man and UPS man each day, silently chanting "Please let today be the day! Please let today be the day!" And finally, one day, it was THE DAY!

I recieved open toed terry slippers in Mocha. There are both open toe and closed toe slippers to choose from, in a variety of colors. The ones I reviewed are available in Mocha, Lavender, or Pale Blue.

I have to be honest. I ripped open that FedEx package about 3.7 seconds after I got it. I was SO excited! We were still having freezing weather here in Southern Utah at the end of April when I received them, so I was anxious to see how these memory foam slippers measured up to a pair of expensive Isotoner arch support slippers I had purchased just a couple of weeks prior to getting these. I have high arches that are falling, so I have daily foot pain that can get so severe that I hobble.

The first time I wore these slippers, I was disappointed! It felt like there was a wooden block in the heels of the slippers. When I think slippers, I think cushy, and relaxing, and the very definition of comfort. This is not what I experienced that first time. But, I told myself, maybe it's because it's been so cold, and the memory foam just needs to warm up and mold to the shape of my feet. I was seriously worried, people! I thought, I can't put up a review about these slippers! But I was determined that even if the review was not favorable, I was going to make sure I had given these new slippers as much of a chance as I could. I was so glad I did! I wore them all that first day. That night, when I went to bed, I noticed my feet didn't hurt! This was HUGE!

The next morning, I put them on again as soon as I got up. They were comfortable. They were cushy, but not in a "super soft, pillow for your feet" kind of cushy. It's the "tailor made for your foot so they feel wonderful" kind of cushy. And just like that, I was in LOVE with these slippers. They have never been uncomfortable since that first few hours.  The expensive Isotoner ones? They make my feet hurt. These? I never want to take them off. Ever. Again.

Guess what! Living with Logan readers can shop online with Nature's Sleep and receive 50% off anything on the site by entering  BEARS50 savings code when checking out. How cool is that!

Are you jealous of my relaxed, happy feet up there in that picture? Are you wishing you had a pair of memory foam slippers of your very own? The good people at Nature's Sleep think jealousy is a bad thing. Okay, I don't KNOW that. But, I DO know one lucky Living with Logan reader in the US or Canada will WIN  a pair of open toe terry slippers like mine for their VERY OWN!!

Entering is super easy. Just follow instructions within the rafflecopter form below. You do not need to be a blogger to win, but you do need to a valid email address. Entries will be verified. Giveaway opens Wednesday, May 16 and closes 12:01am EST Thursday, May 31

**Disclaimer: I received a pair of memory foam slippers to review free of charge. All views and opinions expressed are my own. Your views and opinions may vary from mine. **

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