Restore Clean Water System is a brand new, state-of-the art and innovative in-home water purification system that combines filtration and UV Clean Technology.

Just because its filtered, doesn’t means it’s purified! Restore Clean Water System uses Ultraviolet (UV) Clean Technology to go beyond filtering by removing bacteria, viruses and more.

Restore is California certified for microbiological water purification, a first for a water pitcher utilizing UV technology and is Gold Seal Certified to National Sanitation Foundation standards by the Water Quality Association. UV Technology has been used for over 60 years for its germicidal properties in hospitals and laboratories. For the first time, an application of this unique germ-killing technology is available for home use in an affordable, easy to use water pitcher.

You can read The Fashionable Housewife’s complete review of the Restore Clean Water System here.

Give the gift of health this season with the Restore Clean Water System!  It’s a gift that will be used and loved by the whole family (and a favorite of Mom & Dad).  It retails for $99; filter replacements are only $7.99 so it won’t be a gift that requires costly maintenance.  Everyone can use it, and everyone will appreciate it.  Plus you’ll be doing something great for the environment and hopefully cut down on the number of plastic bottles in landfills.  Now that’s really a gift everyone can enjoy!

“Our Mission and Vision

Since 1989, Women’s Bean Project has been dedicated to helping women break the cycle of poverty and unemployment.

Our Mission: To change women’s lives by providing stepping stones to self-sufficiency through social enterprise.

Our Vision: Women’s Bean Project strives to break the cycle of chronic unemployment and poverty by helping women discover their talents and develop skills by offering job readiness training opportunities.

With this stepping stone toward success, the women will be able to support themselves and their families, and create stronger role models for future generations.

Our History

Jossy Eyre founded the Women’s Bean Project in 1989 as a result of her volunteer work at a day shelter for homeless women. Eyre saw that while the shelter kept women safe, if could not help them make lasting changes in their lives. Eyre bought $500 worth of beans and put two homeless women to work – the first step in building the social enterprise we are today. Our training opportunities have expanded dramatically over the years, and annual operating budget has grown from $6,100 to over $1.5 million.

In 1993, King Soopers became the first grocery store to carry our products.

In 1995, we purchased former Fire Station #10 from the City and County of Denver, and moved to our new home the following year, giving us permanent roots at 3201 Curtis Street.

Today our product offerings have expanded to salsa mixes, spice rubs, coffee beans, and jelly beans in addition to our soups and chili, along with gift baskets, baking mixes and much more.”

Treat Your Sweetheart Bundle ($19.25) contains:  Jelly Beans, Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans, Brownie Mix.

Soup Lover’s Bundle ($35) contains:  Toni’s 10 Bean, Marian’s Black Bean, Sarah’s Spicy Split Pea, Old Fashion Chili, Firehouse #10 Chili, Certified Organic 6 Bean.

2 Chili & Cornbread Bundle ($17.25) contains:  Firehouse #10 Chili, Old Fashioned Chili, Golden Cornbread Chili.

Soup & Spice Rub Bundle ($16.50) contains:  Toni’s 10 Bean Soup, Marian’s Black Bean Soup, Uncle Bob’s BBQ Rub, Malaysian Spice Rub.

I had the opportunity to try some delicious products from the Women’s Bean Project earlier this year.  I’m particularly fond of the cornbread; it’s perfect!  I think I ate an entire pan myself…  Another big hit was the iced tea; I’m partial to the Mango Peach flavor.  I haven’t tried the dip mixes, but I think they’re another great gift idea – last year I paired dip mix with an inexpensive whisk or spatula and gave the sets!  Great for hostesses, teachers, parents…  Anyone who likes delicious food, really!

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The holiday season is one of indulgence.  Lots of big family meals, special treats, fancy desserts.  So what to do if you’re watching your weight, or have special dietary restrictions?

Oh Nuts! is a candy company that far goes above and beyond the usual selection of common candy.  I was really excited to see their selection of Sugar Free Candy.  One member of my family has a health-based need to minimize sugar intake this year, and the rest of us are trying to lose a few pounds.  Of course, this doesn’t mean we want to give up our holiday treats and snacks altogether!

Oh Nuts! features five main categories of Sugar Free Candy:  Wrapped, Unwrapped, Chocolate, Gum, and Gifts!  So if you have a diabetic or otherwise restricted friend or relative, you can still send them an indulgent gift without endangering their health.  And if you’ve got a snacker who won’t comply with their “health rules,” start stocking some of these goodies instead of the usual grocery store fare!

Gum is a great stocking stuffer, and I’m particularly intrigued by the selection of “Must” brand gum featured on Oh Nuts!.  Flavors include:  Peppermint, Spearmint, Fruit, Cherry, Orange, Mango Peach, Whitening, and Kids Fruit.  I’m a big gum chewer, so I’d be happy to unwrap some Must this Christmas!

While I haven’t tried any sugar free gum yet, Oh Nuts! did send me several sugar free selections to review.  After much debate, I chose the Salt Water Taffy, De’ Mint Truffles, and Viennese Crunch.

Assortment includes:  Strawberry, Banana, Pineapple, Chocolate, and Vanilla.  $5.99/lb.

Everyone in my family loves taffy!  It’s usually a treat we bring home from Maine vacations, but I thought it would be a nice surprise for Christmas!  The taffy is delicious and has a wonderful texture, just don’t eat too much – according to Oh Nuts!, “excessive consumption may cause a laxative effect in sensitive individuals.”

“You won’t find a tastier truffle delight than our sugar free De’Mint Truffle, packing a wallop of flavor and completely no sugar.  This is a special chocolate for those who seek the refreshing taste of mint and dark chocolate.  $12.99/lb”

Chocolate is something I couldn’t bare to give up, and the mint in these truffles is a perfect pairing!  Wonderfully delicious and totally satisfying.

“You’ll have to restock quickly on these irresistible crowd pleasers!  Our sugar free Viennese Crunch bars offer the outstanding taste of our classic Viennese Crunch, with the added benefit of being sugar free.  Viennese Crunch bars disappear in the blink of an eye; they are that scrumptious, so we suggest ordering extra so you don’t run out.”

Smooth, creamy chocolate is wonderful…  but way too easy to overeat, even when it’s sugar free!  I find that adding a crunch to my candy makes me feel satisfied faster, as having to chew more really makes me feel like I’m eating!  The Viennese Crunch is a perfect mix of sweet chocolate and crunch!

Of course, if you and your loved ones don’t have any dietary restrictions, Oh Nuts! has plenty of candy for you, too!  Check out their vast selection of Christmas and Hannukah gifts and goodies to cover all your sweet needs!

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Maintaining a loving relationship depends as much on spiritual and emotional contact as it does on physical intimacy. Massage Practice for Couples encourages people to bring healing touch into their daily lives through therapeutic massage — a form of physical communication that encourages trust and understanding. Working with her partner, certified massage therapist Michelle Kluck takes you through two full-body massages — one for men and one for women — although both partners can benefit from any or all of the techniques. You’ll discover new ways to touch each other using Swedish massage techniques — a great way for two people to unwind and reconnect at the end of a long day.

Purchase Massage Practice: Couples DVD from Gaiam.com for $14.98

“Sarah’s Choice”, the new pro-life movie from PureFlix Entertainment starring Grammy Award winner Rebecca St. James.

This is a great movie for the whole family. Wholesome, heart-warming, and a must-see for all young women.

Synopsis:

Sarah Collins is a young woman on the elevator of success. As a junior account executive at a major advertising agency, Sarah is poised to get it all: executive promotion, salary increase, new car, fabulous apartment and first-class travel. There’s only one thing that is standing in her way, an unexpected pregnancy.

Sarah has a choice. Her friends and co-workers insist that she has the right to choose a path that offers a successful career and unlimited rewards. Others advise Sarah of another choice a choice that will not only change her life but also the lives of her loved ones now and forever.

Sarah’s Choice is a film that offers compelling moral reasons to choose life.

It’s the perfect gift for your daughter, grand daughter or any young woman on your Christmas list!

Purchase “Sarah’s Choice” on Amazon.com for $15.99

“Calling all bread lovers:  Whether you are looking for more whole grains, watching your weight, trying to reduce your cholesterol, or just care about what goes into your body, this book is a must-have.”

Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day: 100 New Recipes Featuring Whole Grains, Fruits, Vegetables, and Gluten-Free Ingredients by Jeff Hertzberg and Zoe Francois is a phenomenal gift for bread lovers, moms, and anyone you know that loves to cook!  It’s also a great way to support someone you know who’s trying to lose weight, without being too obvious – or giving an embarrassing gift.

“The method is still quick and simple, producing professional-quality results with each warm, fragrant, hearty loaf.  In just five minutes a day of active preparation time, you can create delectable, healthy treats such as 100% Whole Wheat Bread, Whole Grain Garlic Knots with Parsley and Olive Oil, Black-and-White Braided Pumpernickel and Rye Loaf, Cherry Black Pepper Focaccia, Pumpkin Pie Brioche, Chocolate Tangerine Bars, and a variety of gluten-free breads.  And many of the recipes are 100% whole grain.”

I was super excited when I received a review copy of Healthy Bread, so I know it will be an exciting gift to unwrap.  There are beautiful color photos in the center, and a plethora of delicious recipes and useful knowledge throughout.  I’m particularly interest the Cherry Black Pepper Focaccia, and will be trying it out as soon as I get the chance!

You can read about the authors, learn more about the book, and drool over pictures of baked goods on the official website.  Or get right to the good stuff, and purchase a copy: 
Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day on Amazon for $16.37!

“Now you can create your own customized frozen pops, including cream-filled varieties, in as few as seven minutes. The nonstick cast-aluminum molds have a proprietary solution sealed inside their bases to enable rapid, uniform freezing – no electricity required. To enjoy homemade ice pops at a moment’s notice, simply store the compact base in your freezer. After being prechilled, the Zoku can make up to nine 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″ pops before you need to refreeze it. Durable, reusable plastic pop sticks have unique ridged designs that allow pops to adhere securely, with special drip guards for tidy eating. A specially designed tool helps to quickly release the frozen treats from their molds. Hand-wash. Includes a 8″ x 4 1/4″ x 4 1/2″-high base (makes three 2-oz. pops), six pop sticks, six drip guards and a recipe booklet. A Williams-Sonoma exclusive.”

I saw the Zoku in December’s issue of “Real Simple” Magazine and had to check it out…  Now I’m dying for a Zoku of my own!  Such a convenient, practical gift for the at-home gourmet, multiple child families, or anyone trying to eat healthier (they can control the ingredients in their frozen indulgence).

The Zoku Quick Pop Maker retails for $44.95, or $79.95 for two.