MelMarie
Member Since: June 10, 2009Reviews
Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit & Nut Bars - Cherry with Pomegranate
I received the 3 flavours of Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars as part of the Product Review Club (thank you!). The Cherry with Pomegranate was my 2nd favorite behind the blueberry. Although, they could have just called it Cherry in my... +
I received the 3 flavours of Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars as part of the Product Review Club (thank you!). The Cherry with Pomegranate was my 2nd favorite behind the blueberry. Although, they could have just called it Cherry in my opinion - I didn't get much pomegranate taste (which was a bit disappointing as I adore pomegranate seeds!) I really like the look of the bars - the clear packaging is a definite bonus, since the bars themselves are so visually appealing. The bar is definitely sweet, however, it doesn't have that over-powering grainy sugar taste that many granola bars have. The portion is big enough for sure (perhaps a bit too big, if using these as a 'snack'). Likely the other two, the nuts and sugar definitely overpowered the bar and gave the 'flavours' a second seat. Given this - I still enjoyed it with my morning coffee and it kept me full until lunch. That's a good thing - considering the nutritional content - too much sugar for my typical morning snacks - and 7 weight watcher smart points per bar. (which is a lot considering a typical daily consumption is 30 points). At an average price of 1.99 per bar, I find them overpriced as well. I decided to recommend it - based on the fact that it was delicious - however, I likely won't be purchasing them. -
Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit & Nut Bars - Blueberry with Acai
I received the 3 flavours of Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars as part of the Product Review Club (thank you!). The Blueberry with Acai is likely my favorite of the three - I am biased towards blueberry though, I love them! I really like... +
I received the 3 flavours of Brookside Dark Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars as part of the Product Review Club (thank you!). The Blueberry with Acai is likely my favorite of the three - I am biased towards blueberry though, I love them! I really like the look of the bars - the clear packaging is a definite bonus, since the bars themselves are so visually appealing. I decided to eat the bar before looking into its nutritional content (I'm on Weight Watchers, I was afraid I wouldn't want to eat it if I looked at the info first haha). The bar is definitely sweet, however, it doesn't have that over-powering grainy sugar taste that many granola bars have. The portion is big enough for sure (perhaps a bit too big, if using these as a 'snack'). The nuts and sugar definitely overpowered the bar though - moreso than the blueberry, acai and even dark chocolate. Given this - I still enjoyed it with my morning coffee and it kept me full until lunch. That's a good thing - considering the nutritional content - too much sugar for my typical morning snacks - and 7 weight watcher smart points per bar. (which is a lot considering a typical daily consumption is 30 points). At an average price of 1.99 per bar, I find them overpriced as well. I decided to recommend it - based on the fact that it was delicious - however, I likely won't be purchasing them. -
Nutrience Grain Free SubZero Dog Food
We received a bag of Nutrience SubZero Fraser Valley through the Product Review Club. Our 3 year old Bernese Mountain dog, Heidi, was very excited to try it! We took about 1.5-2 weeks to fully transition her to this food. She absolutely adores... +
We received a bag of Nutrience SubZero Fraser Valley through the Product Review Club. Our 3 year old Bernese Mountain dog, Heidi, was very excited to try it! We took about 1.5-2 weeks to fully transition her to this food. She absolutely adores it! We feed her the same time as we eat - and typically, she leaves her food to come 'politely beg' at the table during dinner - not anymore! She stays at her dish until it's completely gone. And she looks to eat hours before mealtime. I do find her coat, while always beautiful, especially shiny now! And she has a ton of energy (which is sometimes good, sometimes not, haha). I love the ingredient list, and the fact that protein and meat are #1 ingredients - very important to us! It's at about the same pricepoint as the food we were already feeding her so we will likely continue with SubZero! All around - we are all very pleased and give this food two paws up!!! Thanks ChickAdvisor and Nutrience! -
Buncha Farmers Stain Removal Stick
Love love love this stain remover! It's now my go-to for new mom gifts. As a mom of 2 under 2, it's truly a life saver. I treat all baby stains with this product and it's never failed me. I even let the stains dry and just treat them all at once... +
Love love love this stain remover! It's now my go-to for new mom gifts. As a mom of 2 under 2, it's truly a life saver. I treat all baby stains with this product and it's never failed me. I even let the stains dry and just treat them all at once prior to washing and I've never had an issue. Being an all natural product and cheap (under $4 a bar!) Is icing on the cake. I order 5 or more at a time from Well.ca. -
Scotch Essentials Adjustable Hem Tape
I received this product through the Product Review Club. I love it! Perfect for those who like to wear different height footwear! (Ladies need a break from heels some days!) I used to do this somewhat myself with duct tape, but this is much... +
I received this product through the Product Review Club. I love it! Perfect for those who like to wear different height footwear! (Ladies need a break from heels some days!) I used to do this somewhat myself with duct tape, but this is much better, haha. Very easy to apply and remove. I have several pairs of pants that I will be using this on frequently. My favorite item in the Scotch Essentials Products! Thanks ChickAdvisor! -
Scotch Essentials Permanent Hem Bonding Strips
I received this item through the Product Review Club. I decided to use one of these strips on a pair of my daughter's pants that were way too long. It definitely does the trick! And the directions are accurate - not to be removed, this stuff... +
I received this item through the Product Review Club. I decided to use one of these strips on a pair of my daughter's pants that were way too long. It definitely does the trick! And the directions are accurate - not to be removed, this stuff really sticks! I am a sewer, so I would likely hem most pants that require it, but this stuff is great for those quick fixes that don't have the luxury of time to have done. Would def recommend to those who do not sew or perhaps those petite who frequently have to shorten pants. I am going to look for other uses for this as well, definitely handy! Thanks Chick Advisor! -
Scotch Essentials Easy Fix Button
I received this product through the Product Review Club. I am very impressed - I wasn't sure how they were going to have an 'easy fix button' without sewing - but they do - it's a pin! I used mine on one of my shirts where the shirt has that... +
I received this product through the Product Review Club. I am very impressed - I wasn't sure how they were going to have an 'easy fix button' without sewing - but they do - it's a pin! I used mine on one of my shirts where the shirt has that annoying pulling at the breast line - I added a button no problem! Easy fix! I'm not sure how it would feel on a slimmer fit button down shirt, since there is a back on the pin - but for my use it was great. This will definitely be something I'll keep on hand with me. I definitely recommend! -
Safety 1st Travel Ease LX Playard
My mother bought us this for our first baby this past year. We didn't really use it much at first, we co-slept, so the playard usually stayed packed away. When she was able to sit up, we would sometimes use it to put her in with her toys for a... +
My mother bought us this for our first baby this past year. We didn't really use it much at first, we co-slept, so the playard usually stayed packed away. When she was able to sit up, we would sometimes use it to put her in with her toys for a while, but it still usually remained unused. At 9 months, we transitioned to the crib for sleep/naps. This is where the playard become invaluable! When the grandparents or aunts/uncles are babysitting, we take it along and she loves it just like her crib! It is sooo quick to set up (although, a little tricky to figure out at the beginning). Great quality! I've only used the changer/bassinet pieces a couple times, but could definitely see them being used often if you have a small space. She's 1 year old now and we still use this quite often. The best part is that my mother bought it on sale at costco - bonus! Lovely color that matches many decors. Highly recommended! -
Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Truly Radiant Toothbrush
Love, love, love this toothbrush! I've used different brands in the past, but have always found them too harsh or jarring on my teeth - not the case with the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush. It is very effective without being too hard on my teeth. The... +
Love, love, love this toothbrush! I've used different brands in the past, but have always found them too harsh or jarring on my teeth - not the case with the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush. It is very effective without being too hard on my teeth. The only small complaint I may have is that it's somewhat loud (and I probably wouldn't even notice that if I wasn't trying to brush my teeth around a sleeping infant). I will definitely continue using this toothbrush and look forward to see if my next dentist appointment shows any improvement :) Thank you ChickAdvisor for including me in this trial. -
OxiClean 4X Concentrated Extreme Power Crystals - PAKs
I received a full value coupon as part of the Product Review Club. I did have trouble finding this product (neither grocery store that I stop at had it - one Wal-Mart did). One thing I like about it is that the pods do not look like candy. This... +
I received a full value coupon as part of the Product Review Club. I did have trouble finding this product (neither grocery store that I stop at had it - one Wal-Mart did). One thing I like about it is that the pods do not look like candy. This may seem silly, but as a new mother, I don`t like that some other dishwasher pods resemble colored candy. I decided to not do my usual rinse with all my dishes before the wash (stuck on cheese, egg, etc. was left on the dishes) and I was very impressed afterwards! Every dish came out sparkling! I will definitely recommend this product to friends and family. -
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