Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Product Review -- I was so excited to have the opportunity to review yet another Vita Sciences (based in Airmont, NY, US) product! Their Maxasorb B 12 serum arrived in small cardboard envelope, and encased in a white and blue paperboard, perfectly sized box, with no additional and unnecessary packaging. Of course I had to try it right away… the serum has a slight odor, similar to the stuff dentists use to clean teeth; it is pink in color, and absorbs in seconds without residue on the skin or a greasy feeling like some creams and serums leave behind. * There are 30 doses per tube. One “dose” = 2 full pumps, rub onto skin once per day or as needed.  Store at 55-86˚ F. I have occasional flare-ups of eczema and had a flare up just before receiving this serum, so I was using the traditional cortisone twice when the itching and raised skin became unbearable and the natural remedies I’ve learned of to use at home including avoiding pu...

-- Quote of the Day --  "Breathe.  Let go.  And remind yourself  that this very moment  is the only one  you know you have for sure. " ~ Oprah Winfrey Award-winning authors Dave and Lillian Brummet: http://www.twitter.com/brummet http://www.facebook.com/ lillian.brummet   http://www.linkedin.com/in/ ldbrummet http://www. consciousdiscussions.blogspot. com https://plus.google.com/u/0/ 110939008901230737529

Change Your Life in 30 Minutes * Written by Susan Bohenko who says: “As an Organization and Productivity Coach I work with my clients to create a clutter-free environment and lifestyle be it in their home or the workplace. Because of the relationship between one's physical environment and one's habits, behaviors and state of mind I encourage my clients to continue our relationship beyond the physical organizing process through Coaching, providing the support they need to achieve the lifestyle they want. For additional information and to view various service packages, please visit my website http://www.morethanorganized.biz ” I have a challenge for anyone out there who lives in a constant state of "I just don't have time!" And right now, as the sun rises earlier is the perfect opportunity to try this experiment. Want to make some significant changes in your life? Maybe there's a project you've been putting off starting,...

-- Product Review --  I first heard from Crystal (with the Paw2Paw company) on June 11 th regarding their Professional Dog Nail Clippers as a potential review project and the product arrived by Jun3 20 th .  My initial impressions were that it was quite interesting that Paw2Paw stands by its products 100% and ensures their customers complete satisfaction. Also, between communications with Crystal and her co-worker, Kailani (customer service representative), I felt the company has really good communication skills and the response time to questions is respectable.   Before the trimmers arrived I was sent some great tips for trimming pets claws/nails, which I decided to include in this review for those of you who are new to the trimming process: 1. Cut a little bit at a time: By cutting a little bit at a time you will keep your dog calmer and it ensures that you do not cut too short. This is also the best way to cut black nails. ...

-- Quote of the Day --  "We are like butterflies  who flutter for a day  and think it is forever."  ~  Carl Sagan Award-winning authors Dave and Lillian Brummet: http://www.twitter.com/brummet http://www.facebook.com/ lillian.brummet   http://www.linkedin.com/in/ ldbrummet http://www. consciousdiscussions.blogspot. com https://plus.google.com/u/0/ 110939008901230737529

-- World of Writing --  Stephanie Barko, a literary publicist, has a wide array of clients ranging from  traditional publishers and their authors, small presses, and independently published nonfiction authors to historical novelists.  Stephanie’s PR agency was recently voted Best Resource in the 2015 Small Business Book Awards . Since its inception in 2005, Stephanie has moderated a nonfiction book group that was featured on BookBrowse and has hosted nationally bestselling authors.This fall she is launching an app called DIY Book Platform that guides authors to create their very own unique book platform. In 2014, Stephanie was profiled by both Environmental Defense Fund and National Audubon Society for her commitment to the earth. Today she joins us from her office in Austin, Texas (US) to some thoughts on marketing. Be sure to check out the links in this interview below:   Q: Did you take any writing classes?  A: B...

-- Product Review --  I was thrilled to learn of the opportunity to review Shoeslulu’s leather insoles back in mid May. By around June 1 st I received one pair of men’s size 12 in British Tan Leather and one pair of women’s size 8 in Soft Lambskin Leather . The insoles were packaged in an appropriately sized, thin white plastic envelope (recyclable), and each pair was sealed in a clear plastic envelope (also recyclable). My contact was very careful to make sure we chose the right size, and took extra time to make sure we had everything we needed for this review, which I appreciated.  The men’s insoles on Amazon.com have a list price of $34.99 (US) however they are currently on sale for $14.95. The women’s insoles have a list price of $42.99 but are also on sale for $14.95. They are not, unfortunately, currently available on Amazon.ca. These insoles are made of genuine, high quality, hand crafted, imported leather. Being leather,...