Product Review | Walking With Nora

I can’t believe it’s been 10 weeks of sharing what’s got me filling up my wine glass, what’s got me all smiley. Join up if you want below, otherwise just enjoy.

Why I Wine…

* Feeling like I have cold. Then like I don’t. Then like I do. Then like I don’t. Not fun, body of mine. Not fun.

* Trying to decide what books to move and what books stay at my parents a little bit longer. My library, as crazy as it sounds, is part of me. Sadly there is not enough room at Knight’s place for all my books. Good thing we are selling the place later this year, right?

* 37 degree weather on Monday morning when I woke up. And having the heat on in MAY. Mid-May no less.

* I won’t be in Vegas for #BISC this year. I’m really hoping next year, somehow, some way.

What I Love….

* Impromptu Girls’ Night In to watch No Strings Attached. I rallied KH and my neighbor, because sometimes a fun night in during the week is the best. I was lucky enough to receive a Girls’ Night In pack (see below: socks, Red Velvet Cupcake Mix, comfy socks, wine opener & wine stopper, the movie as a BluRay/DVD Combo Pack and awesome tote bag)from Paramount and M80 earlier this month. What did we do? Chipotle (we all got a burrito of choice with chips), wine/beer/soda (take your pick), super comfy socks, and a night of sweatpants, no make-up and girl time. The movie? Pretty funny. I was pleasantly surprised. With lines like “Who do you think you are, the old man from UP?” and Ashton making period mixes and bringing over red velvet cupcakes, and well the end of the movie, I’m super glad I watched it. Also? New life goal is to be as tiny as Natalie Portman in this movie. Oh, and I totally want the soundtrack to this movie, if they make movie soundtracks still? **

* Being able to talk to Knight about anything and everything. He’s truly my rock, my best friend, an freakin’ amazing (not to mention uber handsome) fiancé.

* Unexpectedly falling into a good book, namely “The Blue Orchard” by Jackson Taylor. Thanks to PinkFlipFlops monthly book club (get involved in June if you want! It’s super fun and easy to participate.)

* My mom catching awesome photos like this when Knight and I aren’t looking.

* Jack being incredibly excited to see me when I got home Monday; he’d been at the kennel all weekend since we were out of town and you would have thought it’d been months since I was home. Bonus: he had a bath and his nails clipped = yummy smelling dog for a change.

* These photos from graduation:

* Celebrating my dad’s birthday today! I’m so proud to call him my father and look forward to a big weekend celebration. He’s been my mentor, one of my best friends, a guiding light in all aspects of my life, and an amazing father. Here’s to many more, Dad.

What’s on your wine/love plate this week? If you’re playing along, link up below. If not, feel free to join us at any time!

* Disclosure: I was sent that amazing package above and a $50 gift card to get supplies for the party, but was not compensated for any tweets, blog posts or opinions about the movie. I’m just a huge fan of romantic comedies, food, wine and friends. All opinions and views shared are my own.

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While I was in DC, I was “Freshly Pressed,” which was (to me) kind of a big deal and the result? EcoSmart approached me asking if I’d be interested in reviewing (and giving away! Check back next week!) their all natural insect repellent.

This was kind of a no-brainer for me for several reasons:

1. My family and I are working towards being more earth-friendly and body-friendly (meaning, we are trying to avoid the number of chemicals and junk we ingest in our food, put on our bodies, use around the house and purchase).

2. I spend a lot of my time poolside during the summer. See Exhibit A:

While I live in suburbia, we have a bit of land in our backyard (a mini-bamboo forest, a Mother-Nature-Made stream, and plenty of wildlife such as rabbits, deer, possums, chipmunks, moles) so insects are a-plenty especially just at twilight.

So, Sunday, the family and I tested out the organic mosquito repellent, which is arguably what bothers us the most poolside. The mosquito repellent is light, not oily, has a slight scent (but not one of those obnoxious powdery smelling scents) and it worked! The bugs did come up a little closer than they normally would but as soon as they got a whiff of the repellent, they did an about face and flew away. The entire time I was outside (about four hours), I was bit only once which is a huge deal considering the bugs usually chew me up. I also had the opportunity to try the Flying Insect Killer (moths just love to fly at the lights around the house and worm their way into the house), and it works quickly. For some reason I feel better killing the insects knowing that it’s an all-natural product rather than a chemical one.

We have a little “kit” that we take when we go outside: candles, outdoor speakers, toys for the dogs, towels and we’ve added to it the EcoSmart insect repellent. I’m excited that we can enjoy the sweet summer nights full of swimming, conversation and relaxation without having to worry about mosquito bites thanks to a chemical-free product which is safe for household use, children and pets.

What’s your favorite thing to do on a Summer Night?

Check back next week for an EcoSmart Patio Bundle Giveaway!

FTC Disclosure: I was not monetarily compensated for this review; EcoSmart sent me a Patio Bundle for the purposes of product review. All opinions are my own.