Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Eggs from efowl

   We have teamed up with efowl to review their whole process of sending out eggs.  They sent us out 20 fertlie eggs.  They mailed them out and I got them 2 days later.  We received 6 Welsummer eggs, 6 Barred Plymouth Rock eggs, 6 New Hampshire red eggs, and 2 Buff Orpington eggs.  I have ordered eggs in the past from other companies and by far, the packaging of the eggs received by efowl is the best by far. 

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The box was taped up well and had stickers on all sides stating "Fragile".

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There was sufficient packing material in the box. 

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The foam was specifically made to hold the eggs securely. 

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Aren't they pretty?!

    Each egg was packed nice and tight and were perfect upon arrival.  After closely inspecting each one, I placed them in my incubator.   That was on the 3rd of April.  I candled the eggs yesterday and all 20 are still alive and progressing nicely.

    The ordering process is wonderful.  I received an email once I placed my order letting me know that the order had been placed.  I got follow up emails about shipping and the whole process.  All representatives that I dealt with were very courteous and knowledgeable.  

  Efowl guarantees their eggs and poultry that they mail out.  In regards to eggs, they guarantee that all eggs will arrive to you safely and you'll get what you ordered.  They also guarantee 80% off the eggs will be alive and fertile at the first candling which is quite generous.  Right now we have a 100% but that does not guarantee they all will hatch.  No one can expect every single egg to hatch.  That is just unrealistic.  Even hatching eggs off of our own farm, we cannot expect every single egg to hatch. 
    I have been very pleased with the whole experience thus far and will update in a week or so when they begin to hatch.  If you are looking into buying fertile eggs, please look at efowl first, they are very reputable and stand by what they sell. 

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Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Dehydrating Peeps

    One of the things I like to do the day after Easter is go to the stores and buy up a bunch of the Easter peeps on clearance.  I really don't like the taste of peeps but once they are dehydrated, they are delicious!


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    Just place in your dehydrator and turn it on.  We kept them in for about 10 hours and removed them.  At first the outside is crunchy and the inside is "mushy" but give them about 15 minutes and they become crunchy throughout.  The whole taste changes and they are super delicious this way.


Other interesting things I dehydrate include Watermelon & Making your Own Sun Dried Tomatoes!
 
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Monday, April 6, 2015

Saving Money: Shaving Ham

     This past week, I seen cooked ham on sale for Easter.  I took the opportunity to pick up one and decided to get down our meat slicer (that I picked up at a yard sale for $3) and decided to shave it down for lunch meat.

    The first thing I did was cut off the ends.  I placed them in a baggie and put them into the freezer.  This winter if I'm making a pot of beans, these ends will go into the pot also to flavor them up.  No wasting at this house!

   Next, I set the blade and just began shaving down the ham.

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   When all was said and done, we had 2 3/4 lbs. of shaved hams and a few thick slices for my hubby to fry up for his breakfast.  Not bad, huh?

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    And once your ham is shaved, you should try making Ham Sliders.  So good!

Other ways I save money is by making my own Air Freshener and be sure to read the post on how our family of 4 live off of $1300 a month!


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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Cozyna Ceramic Burr Coffee Grinder Review


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     This Cozyna manual burr coffee grinder was easy to put together and a joy to use.  I haven't had freshly ground coffee in about 10 years and had forgotten how remarkable it really was.  It is a HUGE difference than the stuff you get out of a can (no matter the brand).


     The aroma was amazing and the taste was fantastic.  The manual grinder was easy enough to crank, even for me.  I suffer from MS (multiple sclerosis) and I don't have that much strength left in my hands but I was able to grind the coffee with little effort.  My husband also had no problem with taking it apart and cleaning the grinder.


    The grinder is adjustable so you can decide if you want it ground extra fine or left coarse.  If you are in the market for a nice coffee grinder, this is one for you to consider.


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Monday, March 30, 2015

Kitchen Elite V Steel Mandolin

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     The Kitchen Elite V Steel Mandolin was a sweet addition to our household.  I had a mandolin that was plastic and worked okay for awhile but after a few months, the plastic started to crack and discolor.  I was so glad to get this steel model that I am SURE will last a long time. 
 
     
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    The mandolin comes with 5 cutting inserts in the following sizes:  1 mm, 2 mm, 1.6 mm grater, a 3mm slicer, and a 7mm slicer.  It also has a hand protector and a blade storage caddy.
 


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Friday, March 27, 2015

Bright Therapy SL50 EVOLUTION Acne treatment & Anti-aging Laser Therapy

    This product is simply remarkable.  At first glance you think it is just a beauty product to treat acne and the effects of aging but it is sooooo much more than that.   This is the SL50 Evolution Laser and I love it.


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    For starters, the laser enhances blood circulation and promotes healthier skin.  It also helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles but that is just the start of the list of things it can help with.  I suffer from Multiple Sclerosis and this product has been beneficial in pain management for me.  It may seem costly but it can save you that much (many times over) in the cost you'll save from doctor visits, spas, and pain management.  

      There are a total of 12 different lasers in it, including infrared lasers.  It also has a programmable timer and a built in massager.  It is non-invasive and it really worked for me.  They also recommend it for a whole long list of other conditions including:  arthritis pain, strains, bruises, tennis elbow, bed sores, burns, post-op wounds, and cellulite.

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Ultimate Crochet Kit

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      The Ultimate Crochet Kit with case from "The Tender Heart Shop" is a great addition to your supplies.  The case is soft and comes in a variety of colors.  I myself have a blue case and a yellow case.  Inside is a series of compartments for each accessory and the case snaps close. 

   The kit also would make a nice gift for Mother's Day.  There are a total of 35 items included in the kit.  There are 12 metal color coded crochet hooks from size 2.0mm-8.0mm; 10 stitch markers; 6 crochet yarn needles; 2 aluminum stitch holders; a measuring tape, needle gauge, ruler, folding scissors and a row counter.


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   One other nice thing about this kit is that it comes with a 100% money back guarantee.  I like when companies do this because it means they believe in their products.  I have no desire to return mine.  It is professionally made and the hooks are made of quality materials. Win-win!



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