The Teacup/Mug Exchange Reveal

This is my 2nd teacup/mug exchange to participate in with the lovely Stephanie over at The Enchanting Rose.  Stephanie spends a whole lot of time preparing for this exchange.  We fill out a form that she provides if we want to participate.  She then pairs us up with two others (most are bloggers but some are not).  One we receive from and one we send to and then we end up with two new friends.  There were 211 women who participated this time and they were from all over the world  Isn't that neat?  Teacups and mugs bringing women together across the globe.

I have a lot of fun preparing my box to send and of course, it's just so much fun opening the box from "my person."  Now, let me share my box with you.

I received my box from Debbie over at She Graces Her Home in God's Beauty. And, she just happens to be Stephanie's Mom.  Debbie is a jewel with a heart of gold and I'm excited to share with you the awesome box that she sent my way.

Note: my pictures are less than stellar and I'm not even sure why ~made me sick~  but, on with the story.........

Even the outside of my package was fancy and as you can tell, I was dead serious about getting into it.  And, in case you are wondering where I was, I was at my "little room" at my husband's office.

I just kept pulling things out, I felt like a kid at Christmas!  So, so much fun!

The biggie was this gorgeous cup and saucer.  We could exchange a cup and saucer or a mug.  I chose a cup and saucer because there's just something a little more special about a pretty cup and saucer.  And, that being said,  I always drink my coffee out of one of the new insulated mugs.  This cup and saucer is a lovely ivory china with a lovely gold design.  Very, very pretty and one I would have picked out for myself.

My extra's were awesome.  I love the Caramel Vanilla Cream coffee pods and she tucked in the box  to enjoy with my scones and raspberry jam, grown by Debbie and her husband.  An inspiring devotional book with a wooden bookmark and some magnets were also enclosed. 

And, to add to the loveliness of the package were these tiny little envelopes, hand made by Debbie.  Tucked away inside these envelopes were Southern sayings.  I such fun opening and reading each one of them.  Such a labor of thoughtfulness.

Debbie went "over the top" in selecting the items for me and I have and am enjoying all of them.  If you haven't met Debbie, you need to click on the link above and go pay her a visit.  You will be so glad you did.

My package went to Linda from Oregon.  Her blog is Lady Linda.  If you care to see the box I sent to her, click on the link and check it out.  I thoroughly enjoyed picking it all out and hopefully Linda is enjoying it just as much.

Lea's Favorites

It seems as though "Lea's Favorites" has become one of my most popular posts and that makes me very happy.  I seem to always have someone saying or messaging me that one of my favorites has become one of theirs as well.  That's awesome!  I always enjoy hearing a testimonial about an item, food or whatever before I purchase it too.  And, I more than love hearing about a product that I've never even heard of.  So, here's to another "Lea's Favorites"...........

Ladies, if you need a fabulous red lipstick then look no further.  Now, mind you, I am the "lipstick Queen."  No joke, I absolutely love lipstick and I always, always wear it.  I call it my "finishing touch."  Mary Kay Cosmetics has a cream lipstick simply named RED and I'm in love with it.It is a beautiful red and I put some clear gloss over it and love it even more.  If you are not a "glossy gal" them you can sure wear it without.  In the South the women say, "put your red lipstick on, and suck in your stomach" and you are ready to face the day.  I wholeheartily agree!
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This isn't a new product but I thought there may be some of you that do not know about this half-caff K-cup.  A few years ago I needed to reduce my caffeine intake and at that time I was still using a brew coffee pot and I just simply put half caff and half decaff in the basket and made my own half and half coffee.  Well, when I converted over to the K-cup style pot I couldn't find any half and half cups so I went back to full caffeinated coffee.  That was not good, it made my bladder most upset so I went on a search.  It was then that I found these little jewels and talk about a happy camper, I was delighted!  And, I seriously do not know the difference except that it does agree with my bladder a whole lot more. ~I know, TMI, but it is what it is~
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I will admit, I am a fashion jewelry lover!  And, when I can find quality fashion jewelry for a great price then I'm beyond happy.  If you have not heard of Plunder Designs then you need to check them out.  Their tag line is: vintage jewelry, savvy prices and that's the truth.  I have the above pieces and they are just gorgeous and yes, that necklace was only $26.  It is such a statement piece.  And, they are a Christian based company.  A precious young lady in our church sells it and you can find her at Samantha's Glitz and Grace Jewelry on Facebook or you can go to the Plunder website here  It is a new company but I'm pretty sure they are going to be a huge success. 

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If you are reading this and have lower back issues then you need this!  It is called the Back Vitalizer Multifunctional  Back Support.  I have used one of these for about 6 years in my vehicle and I also fly with it as it folds in half and fits in my carry on bag very easily.  It is merely an air cushion that can be inflated to whatever degree you need it.  I probably only have about two puffs of air in mind and it gives your back a soft floating support that is just unbelievable.  It makes such a difference on trips. It can also be used in chairs with a firm back but I do not use mine other than in the car or an airplane. It is $59.95 and can be found on Amazon.  My Chiropractor recommended it to me when I was facing some awful lower back issues about 8 years ago.  Thankfully, I rarely have any issues anymore.  Between twice monthly visits to my Chiropractor and this dandy cushion I'm "good to go."

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And, I leave you with a smile...........

Ever since our Andi Kate started walking (which was at 9 months) she wants, and pretty much will pitch a fit if you do not let her, carry her backpack.  It is the funniest thing.  When she is picked up from daycare she put her arms out for her Mom to put the backpack on her.  As you can see, it is almost as big as she is.  She's our little "miss independent." ~look at that red hair~