Giveaway: Travel Books for Hikers, Fishers, and Outdoors Lovers

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Do you love the great outdoors and all it has to offer? I know I do! Here are 3 great books to add to your radar for lovers of any Spring/Summer related travel, hiking and fishing adventures!

 

Base Camp Las Vegas: 101 Hikes in the Southwest: Hikers can enjoy solitude and unspoiled wilderness by day and world-class urban amenities by night. Situated in the heart of the magnificent Southwest, Las Vegas is surrounded by spectacular natural landscapes. Within easy reach are five national parks, including Zion, Grand Canyon, and Death Valley. Dozens of state parks, regional preserves, recreation areas, and public lands offer amazing variety, from sand dunes and salt flats to alpine meadows, waterfalls, and ancient forests.

 

Base Camp Denver: 101 Hikes in Colorado’s Front Range: Shows hikers where and when to go–and also how to prepare–to enjoy the best trails this unparalleled region has to offer. Denver is known the world over as the gateway to Colorado’s magnificent Rocky Mountains. Four national forests, a national grassland, scores of regional and city parks and preserves, and Rocky Mountain National Park offer hundreds of hiking and walking trails—all within one to three hours of downtown Denver. The ultimate resource for day hikes in Colorado’s Front Range, Base Camp Denver provides hikers with everything they need to enjoy 101 great rambles.

The Local Angler Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas: Fly fishing expert and Texas native Aaron Reed demystifies the sport and guides readers to more than 100 legal access points and more than four dozen detailed wade and paddle routes—all within about an hour’s drive of downtown Austin. With easy to follow narrative, detailed maps, and gorgeous color photographs, it’s an extraordinarily detailed, painstakingly researched guide book designed to make do-it-yourself fishing trips easy.
 
 
Purchase these titles: https://imbrifex.com/books/

 

 
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One winner will receive the above 3 outdoor adventure books. (RV $ 74.85) US only.
 
See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. and Canada residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 4/17/21.All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won a prize (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the past thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely for the purpose of entering Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public.

The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabby’s Pantry are not responsible for shipment of prize.
 
 
 

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp x Sanrio Surprise Heading Your Way Free Download #sponsored

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We got this surprise box free in exchange for an honest review all opinions are our own

 

Do you get hooked on games like I do.  I always download them thinking “ohh ill just play while I am sitting here waiting”.  Years later I am still opening them daily.  Animal Crossing is one of those games.  You will be hooked.

download Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp on your iOS or Android device, to try it out (if you haven’t already!) and check out the Sanrio content (running through May 9)! You can find more info on the game here.

I love that they have added for a limited time the  Sanrio Characters Collection Plus its free to play. These charters bring back so many memories.

 

If you are just starting off in the game you will arrive in a pristine empty camp.  You will be greeted with your helper Isabelle.  Then you will be off to crafting everything from furniture to fun items.

Make sure you download the game and get started before our favorite Sanrio characters are gone.

How to Successfully Insulate Your Home

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Many people choose to crank up the thermostat when living in a cold home and fail to resolve the issues causing the heating problem. It doesn’t matter if you are living in a new or old property, there are many ways you can keep the heat inside your home to create a cozier space whilst topping up your bank balance.

If you want to save money on your household bills and continually enjoy a warm, inviting space, it is time to find out how to successfully insulate your home.

 

Invest in Double Glazing

If your home doesn’t already have double glazing, you must invest in it. Not only will it make your exterior and interior more attractive, but the added insulation will allow you to save hundreds of dollars annually on your heating bills, making the new windows could be a great long-term investment.

Hang Curtains and Blinds

Window dressings are a quick and affordable way to improve the temperature within your home. All you need to do is close curtains and blinds to keep draughts at bay and trap in that sought-after warm air. If your home is extremely cold, consider buying window dressings with a thermal backing for further warmth retention.

Insulate Your Loft or Attic 

Insulating your loft or attic cannot just decrease your household bills, but it is also one of the most energy-efficient options you can choose. This is because it can save up to one tonne of carbon dioxide every day. Another benefit is that it is an affordable, simple alteration you can make to your home, and you don’t need the experience to lay it in your loft or attic. Therefore, if you’re keen to Do It Yourself, this is a viable option.  You can also look at spray foam insulation as another cost-effective solution.

Change Your Conservatory Roof if Damaged

Sadly, a conservatory roof can become damaged following an accident in the home and garden. This can result in a considerable amount of cold air entering the home. Protect your property by changing your conservatory roof when damaged.

Wrap Your Hot Water Tank

What do you do when you want to stay warm? You put on a jacket – and that is exactly what you should do with your hot water tank. Wrapping a fiberglass insulation jacket around your hot water tank can reportedly reduce heat loss by a whopping 75%, so you will save a considerable amount of money each month whilst enjoying a warmer property.

Fill Your Floor Gaps to Keep the Heat

It is common for most homes to have gaps between the floor and skirting boards. It is also likely for gaps to live between floorboards, too. You can prevent heat from escaping by filling the gaps with a silicone sealer. Also, it might be worthwhile hiring experts to install insulation between your boards. If you continue to feel the breeze, adding an area rug can help to retain some of your home’s heating.

SPACE DOGS: TROPICAL ADVENTURE Now Available in Theaters and on VOD

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Director:
Inna Evlannikova
Starring:
Maria Antonieta Monge and Mauriett Chayeb-Mendez
Synopsis:
When a mysterious and dangerous whirlpool appears in the tropics of the Atlantic Ocean, astronauts Belka and Strelka are sent to investigate. With the help of their good friends, Belka and Strelka must once again act heroically and complete a daring mission to save the planet along with the distant home of their new alien friends.
The third and final installment of the successful Space Dogs trilogy (Space Dogs, Space Dogs: Adventure to the Moon) and part of the franchise that brought you TV series Space Dogs Family (currently in production on season 3), Space Dogs: Tropical Adventure brings beloved characters Belka and Strelka back to earth in Epic Pictures’ newest canine adventure.
Genre: Adventure, Family
Runtime: 80 minutes

Mom’s Guide To Getting Your Health Back On Track

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As a mom, it’s very easy to let standards slide from time to time. Sadly, this can have a telling impact on your approach to healthy living, which will also harm your happiness. Thankfully, it’s never too late to regain control of your life.

 

However, this won’t happen automatically. You will need to make a conscious effort to get things back under control. Here are five simple steps that should lead you to greater success.

 

#1. Change Your Mindset

 

You cannot achieve anything if your mindset is not in the right place. Learning to put yourself first for a change is absolutely vital if you are going to restore the right routines. A lot of moms struggle to do this because they feel guilty about it. Ultimately, though, a healthy and happy mom is a better mom. Therefore, it is actually a move that will support your whole family. Besides, it is the platform that will support all future endeavors. This includes thinking about the upgrades that can be implemented into the lives of your loved ones.

 

#2. Establish A Good Home Routine

 

You currently spend more time at home than ever before. So, if you cannot get this aspect of your life under control, it’s unlikely that you’ll achieve a good sense of balance. First and foremost, you must establish a winning sleep pattern that is supported by avoiding blue light from gadgets before bed. When you wake up feeling fresh and full of energy, you will have a far better chance of keeping to the intended health plan. Household responsibilities deserve your attention too as this will free your mind and schedule.

 

#3. Focus On Physical Wellbeing

 

Physical wellness covers a range of features. In truth, though, you will primarily focus on fitness and nutrition. An extensive range of physical activities can be embraced to help you get fitter. This can include simple ideas like walking to the 7-11 rather than driving. As for digestive issues or fatigue caused by poor eating, knowing how to parasite cleanse can be very useful. Getting your body back to a natural state before using a healthy eating routine can transform your physical wellness forever.

 

#4. Don’t Forget Mental Wellness

 

As already mentioned, your mindset needs to be in a good place. However, it’s equally crucial to think about the other aspects of mental health. Modern life is very stressful, so building a place to relax is highly beneficial. This could manifest itself as a garden deck, spa-like bathroom, or room for artwork. As a mom, you must also make time for interactions with other adults. Keeping in touch with friends will inevitably make you a far happier person, and it will show on a daily basis. Embrace it.

 

#5. Respond To Health Changes

 

Getting your health back under control is difficult at the best of times, but you can achieve this goal. Sadly, it may be a lot harder to do if issues are holding you back. Knowing how to identify potential hearing loss, for example, will encourage you to take charge of the situation. By getting assistance far sooner, you can significantly boost your quality of life. Not least by preventing further damage. Changes to your eye health, posture, and general feelings of wellness should be checked ASAP too. You’ve got this.

8 Clear Signs The Kitchen Needs A Facelift

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If you’ve ever stepped into your kitchen and hated everything you’ve seen, you’re just like everyone who is desperate for change! You may have been meaning to renovate and upgrade the space for a while, and if this is you then you’re very likely to notice every flaw about a kitchen you once fell for. Perhaps it’s time to give your kitchen an upgrade, either way, we’ve got eight very clear signs that your kitchen is ready for change. Let’s take a look!

 

  • There’s a leak! An air leak, a water leak, no matter what happens, nothing should be leaking in your kitchen! If there’s a water leak, you may need a plumber to sort the pipes properly. If you have an air leak, you need to call in the best spray foam company to fill the gaps in the walls and stop cold air from leaking in and hot air from leaking out.
  • The design is old. No one wants to potter around a 1950s style kitchen, not when there is still so much to consider with regard to modern kitchen living. Some kitchens become very quickly out of place when life and technology is moving forward. Your kitchen needs to grow with the times, so if yours is outdated, then it’s time to get a little modernity going on!
  • It’s a little small. You may need your kitchen to have a little more space than you currently have right now, and that’s the perfect reason to pay for an upgrade. If you want to do something different for the space, you may find that it’s time to rip out the kitchen and start again with more room – even an extension!
  • Older sinks and faucets. When was the last time that you upgraded your fixtures in the kitchen? Well, it’s now – that’s when you need to upgrade! You can even have a faucet designed purely for boiling water installed on the sink area of the kitchen for an added luxury.
  • Your cabinets have been subjected to damp. Moldy cabinets are not ideal – at all. You could have had damp walls in the kitchen and this has spread to your cabinets/ If the wood in the cabinets is full of mold, you have a problem that needs rectifying. You can choose to upgrade the cabinetry in the kitchen and this will breathe new life into the space.
  • Poor lighting. You need health and safety in the kitchen, and you need to be able to see what you’re cooking. It’s much easier to do this when you are able to light the kitchen properly with the best LED lighting! Add lighting under the cabinets and make sure that you are better able to clean the space, too!
  • Replace the countertops. Damaged and discolored countertops can make a kitchen look like an ugly place to be. You don’t have to rip it all out and start again, but you can just cover the counters with vinyl in a marble pattern to create a look that’s totally Insta-worthy!
  • There’s just no storage. When was the last time you looked at the storage situation in your kitchen. The best kitchens have more storage and they are better able to accommodate everything that you need for your kitchen. Don’t be afraid to tidy up your kitchen with better storage bins!

“LOKI” Trailer and Images Original Series Starts Streaming Exclusively on Disney+ June 11

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Loki (Tom Hiddleston) in Marvel Studios’ LOKI exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. ©Marvel Studios 2020. All Rights Reserved.

OMG  The Marvel Franchise is one of my favorite.  Even though Loki is a bad guy I love him.  He is funny and always is up to something. I would love to know more about his back story and his life I am so excited that we get to see a little more about him. His past his future I would love to know it all about him.

 

Watch Loki—the imperious God of Mischief—who, after absconding with the Tesseract, is a fish-out-of-water when he lands in a world of trouble with the bureaucratic TVA (Time Variance Authority) in the brand-new trailer for Marvel Studios’ “Loki.” The all-new, original series debuts exclusively on Disney+ on June 11, 2021.

Marvel Studios’ “Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs “Loki,” and Michael Waldron is head writer.

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PBS Kids Spreads Awareness for World Autism Month with Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum

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We got gifted this cute Kite Kit all opinions are our own.

family favorite comedy-driven animated adventure for kids  Xavier RIddle and the Secret Museum! Based on Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos’ best-selling kids’ book series, Ordinary People Change the World, the show follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina, and Brad, as they travel back in time to meet famous heroes of the past and learn how to be their own heroes of the present.

In each episode, the adventurous trio are presented with a social-emotional problem that young viewers can relate to. This April, the trio meet Temple Grandin, an amazing woman who became an accomplished engineer, scientist, biologist and animal behavior specialist. What makes Grandin’s achievements even more remarkable is that she was able to overcome many of the stereotypes surrounding living life with autism.

In the episode titled ‘I am Temple Grandin’, Temple approaches flying a kite in a different way, teaching children that it is okay to be different and do things differently from their peers.

 

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Giveaway: Let’s Celebrate the New Justice League Movie #justiceleague

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As you may or may not know, the new Justice League movie just started streaming on HBO Max and I wanted to tell you about  some of the awesome Justice League or superhero merch from TVStoreOnline #justiceleague
You can find items perrtaining to the following characters:  Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, Green Arrow, The Joker, Lois Lane, Hawkman, Aquaman, Wonder Woman, Cybory, Mera, and The Flash.
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Who is your go to from the Justice League?  Most of you know I am a Wonder Woman girl.  I have always loved everything about her.  I can not wait to show you what I picked.  Picking this time was hard they have so much for the Wonder Woman lover that you are going to want it all.
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I personally love the Justice League and have the awesome leggings and a matching blazer Patty purchased separately that I love wearing to events I attend.  Here are the leggings, and I think you’ll agree that they’re awesome:

 

I made some boards featuring some of my favorite Justice League items, which can all be found on the TVStoreOnline.com website! Check them out!
Aquaman

Batman

 

Superman/Supergirl

 

Wonder Woman

 

The Flash

 

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One winner will receive their choice of product, based on availability up to $50 value from TVStoreOnline.  Open to US 18 and over in 48 contiguous states.
See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. and Canada residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 4/17/21.All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won a prize (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the past thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely for the purpose of entering Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public.

The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabby’s Pantry are not responsible for shipment of prize.

4 Dazzling Features That Can Make Your Home Look More Expensive

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Making your home look more expensive can be useful if you are thinking about selling in the near future. As well as attracting more offers for your home, it can also ensure that these offers far exceed what you expected the property to sell for. It can also be a way to ensure that any guests who visit your home go green with envy. Here are some of the options worth exploring. 

 

 

Lighting Choices

 

You could start by thinking about making changes to your lighting. Lighting and the fixtures that you have in your home can have a huge impact on the aesthetic. Certain lighting such as lamps will make your home look more cramped due to the shadow. Other lighting such as sunken spotlights will ensure that your home has a contemporary feel, perfect for a modern buyer. If you want to ensure that your home looks more valuable, you might also want to explore something like Murano glass chandeliers. This eye-catching feature is guaranteed to impress any buyer. 

 

Solar Panels 

 

When you’re thinking about making your home look more valuable, you need to consider what buyers want from a home they are thinking about purchasing. A lot of buyers are looking for a home that is eco-friendly. If you add solar panels to your home, then it’s immediately going to send the right first impression. The best part is that solar panels will pay for themselves in energy savings after just a couple of years. So, this is something to consider if you aren’t planning to sell immediately but do have your eye on a future sale at some point. It’s an option to explore if you haven’t found you’re forever home just yet. 

 

Breakfast Island 

 

Are you thinking about making changes to your kitchen? Kitchen changes are useful because they can alter the real value of your home. You might find that it adds up to 25% onto the asking value. If you have a large enough space in your kitchen, our recommendation would be to think about adding a breakfast island. The right breakfast island is going to be a feature guaranteed to impress any buyer. They don’t have to cost a fortune either, particularly if you make sure that you choose the right contractor. 

 

Handles And Smaller Fixtures

 

If you don’t have a lot of money to make big changes to your home, then think about altering the handles on the doors of your property. Believe it or not, this can have a massive impact on the aesthetic of a room. It’s something that the eye line is immediately drawn to. By changing the handles on doors, you can make any home look far more modern and contemporary. It’s perfect if you own an older property. 

 

We hope this helps you understand some of the best ways that you can guarantee your home looks far more expensive. If you take the right steps here, then you’ll be astounded by the offers you receive on your home.