@BestBuyMobile is more than just cellular check out my new @wearefrends #headphones #twitterpartyDJ #wearefriends

As an independent Fashion and Beauty Blogger who also has a great deal of Music Experience and Expertise, finding inspiration in an un-likely place is a rare pleasure. It's no surprise that with an online persona as "The Official #TwitterPartyDJ" that a lot of Audio Accessories are sent my way for a stamp of approval. Plainly, some of them hit the mark and get written about, others don't. I'm the first to tell you, I am not gentle on my Headphones, it's a good thing they are being built tougher!

I don't know if it's Mercury Retrograde Madness, but I'm experiencing weird behavior from a ton of tech products and appliances. I'm actually in the market for replacements for a few things right now, and while looking for one thing, I found another. I guess that is how life tends to work. It really is the journey my friends, sometimes actually making the destination as planned is the easiest way to miss things...

I had a gap between events last week and I got the chance to check out a Best Buy Mobile (I'm in the market for a new Cell Phone. My current one is super old and never plays nice with WiFi at most venues, so it's time to upgrade), and I also went to pick up an online order for a pair for Frends Headphones figuring I'd play with a few phones while I was there. As an Audiophile, it's great to know that Best Buy Mobile is more than just cellphones.

I will tell you when you go to pick up an online order at a Best Buy Mobile location they are definitely thorough, they want to make sure the person picking them up is the one who placed the order, in addition to ID they also asked for the last four digits of the credit card method of payment. The store was a bit crowded when I went so I didn't get as much of a chance as I would have liked to play with the phones, but now that I know how close that store is to some of the event venues I often find myself I will head over on another day to spend more time narrowing down what phone and plan will work best for me.

Before they bagged my order they opened the box in front of me so I could take a peek at my new headphones, and as I left the store I wanted to rip into them but I had to refrain myself as I was off to another event!

Frends headphones are actually designed specifically for women, an ultimate accessory to compliment her style while delivering premium sound. What you will notice first is the Jewelry Craftmanship. They are much like jewels for your ears! Real metals, luxury materials like sumptious, soft white leather and a collapsible design means they will fit in any clutch or even in your pocket.

Please Note: iPod is NOT included! In the box are the carrying case and headphones only

ABOUT FRENDS: (Why you'll want to make FRENDS your Friend!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Collapsible Design - These are lightweight and truly collapsible making them a dream to travel with!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - MIC & Volume Control - Listen to music or talk on the phone using the built in 3 button mic control

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Premium Acoustics - The collection has been developed and tuned by the same expert manufacturers that are responsible for Beats by Dre and Monster! They have been finely tuned for a women's ear, focusing on clarity, warmth and range rather than over-powering base. (They probably couldn't use the name 'Lady Beats' but that's a good way to think of them). There is a 40 mm driver under that 'pretty hood'

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lifetime Warranty - I can tell you I will probably be the first one to take them up on this, stay tuned! I'm pretty tough on headphones so I'm glad they come with a Lifetime Warranty, I'll probably need it!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Eliminates Hair Snags - Unlike traditional headphones, the sealed internal headband adjustment eliminates hair snags. (Love that!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Comfortable with Earrings - In addition to not applying extra pressure for when you are wearing earrings, I have the double whammy of earrings and eyeglasses so I appreciate how well the padding molds and doesn't cause extra pressure on the side of my head.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Travel in Style - Frends Taylor Headphones are lightweight and pair metal hardware with sleek white leather

This reads: The Beauty of Sound Straight from the Runway!

My Take:

What first me threw me for a loop about these is probably what I now love the most, they are super lightweight, which is what I love about earbuds and normally favor earbuds for my daily commute, I honestly worried at first that they might be too dainty for my heavy use, but they have held up well and I haven't 'babied them'. I figure the only way I could evaluate them is to use them the way I'd use any standard pair. They get tossed in my bag carelessly when I reach my subway stop and my handbags are usually heavy and loaded because I'd rather shove everything into one big bag than carry a million little ones. So sometimes a good yank is required to get at anything that falls to the bottom, and these have held up well to the abuses I put headphones through. I do however recommend using their carrying case since they are white leather!

These are designed with iPod in mind, The remote and mic are supported only by iPod nano (4th generation and later), iPod classic (120GB and 160GB), iPod Touch (2nd generation and later), iPhone 3Gs or later and of course iPad. As the mic and remote is designed for apple products it may not be compatible with Android devices. FYI, I tested them on my Pantech Tablet which is an Android device using iTunes for Android and the sound was fine but the remote does not work with my Android device, just apple, it does say this on the box. I tend to like to 'skin' my devices, but these pair just brilliantly with my newer generation apple iPod Touch that is NOT skinned, these really are my iPod's best friend, you should definitely consider making them YOURS.

These are for true Fashionistas, totally feminine but not for the wallflower, these attract attention! Perfect music and fashion accessory but with a great deal of power under that pretty hood! I can tell you these will be on the Christmas list of Fashion Forward, Music Loving teenage girls everywhere! (They are an expensive price point, so keep the maturity level of the recipient in mind, if they are careless and lose these they would be devasted, so keep that in mind before you buy!). For all our male readers who write in asking what to get their ladies, get them THESE, trust me, they will love them! I know I do!

Get Social:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Best Buy on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like FRENDS on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @BestBuyMobile on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @wearefrends on Twitter be sure to use the hashtag #wearefriends
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - And for our Pin friends in the house, don't forget to follow FRENDS via Pinterest too!

10% off all FRENDS headphones using THIS COUPON (must print coupon, 1 per household), this offer is only valid at Best Buy Mobile Specialty Stores, you can find one nearest you by using the locator at www.bestbuymobile.com

I will definitely have to reach out to the folks at FRENDS and invite them to show some love to our readers, but in the meantime, don't forget to hit their social pages and tell them you saw them featured on Ascending Butterfly first! The Taylor headphones by FRENDS get the butterfly and "TwitterPartyDJ" stamp of approval.

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FTC: Disclosure: The products/services referenced have been provided at a reduced price or for free. I am a member of Best Buy's Wolf Blogger Blogging Program. All opinions are 100% my own.

Wordless Wednesday: Check out what was in my #ColgateTotalMW @Influenster Box!

I am a member of Influenster and I find that the boxes are a great way to discover new products from brands I already know and sometimes from brands I don't. I use Colgate Total Toothpaste, and was surprised when this box arrived from Influenster to learn that they have a Mouthwash for it now! If you already love the toothpaste, you will definitely love the Mouthwash too! Thanks Influenster!

Hope you enjoyed peeking inside my Influenster Box! Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies! We are too informal for an official linky around here, so bloggers please feel free to comment below with the link to your Wordless Wednesday post (NO Giveaways Please!) and we will be sure to pay you a visit and return the love!

Even after eating and drinking this Mouthwash provides 12 hours of protection with NO burn of alcohol, it kills 99% of germs, and that my friends is definitely something to SMILE about!

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@Ascending1 Monthly #Book Club - July #Giveaway: Enter to #win Pancho Land by @Raul_Ramos

No monetary compensation has been received to host this giveaway, full disclosure below:

Butterflies I apologize for the hiatus, but our book club is back just in time for summer, because this is the season where my best reading gets done! Whether it's in the airport lounge, on the plane or beach/pool side I always bring something along to read. And not to knock the 'e-reader' craze, but I still prefer real books. Hard Cover preferably, but even soft covers still have their appeal. Much like music, I still get excited by holding a new CD in my hand, despite having a portable MP3 Player and various services that I love including iTunes and Spotify. There is just something exciting about holding that book in my hand. Like some love their soaps and shows, that's how I feel about books, I can't wait to see where the author will transport me.

We are stoked to have the Monthly Book Club return with Pancho Land by Raul Ramos Y Sanchez!

The author's name should sound familiar to loyal Ascending Butterfly readers, this book is the third in a trilogy of books, and we reviewed the first book in the series (called America Libre) HERE.

I have to start by assuaging a fear I'm sure most of you share with me, starting with a third book in a popular trilogy, but you don't have to worry about that with this book, it does stand alone if you are starting with this book, but the author also weaves in the back story so well that readers of the entire trilogy won't get bored, but new readers get an understanding of the characters and their back stories.

I don't want to give away any spoilers, but I will say that after reading the end of the trilogy, you are going to be amazed at what happens with the characters. The trilogy centers around a family, a family that experiences incredible blows, incredible lows and incredible highs too. It really is the journey butterflies, not the final destination that matters.

Raul is a skilled writer and you can't help but find yourself invested in the family that is at the center of the books. I can totally see this trilogy becoming a movie! (and like every armchair reader I have strong casting ideas on the roles too!)

While you will see this in the rafflecopter widget below when you enter, I wanted to let readers know that if you "Like" the Class H Trilogy Page on Facebook you will be automatically entered each month in a drawing for a signed and dedicated copy of Pancho Land, America Libre or House Divided! Don't you love having not just one shot at winning but TWO shots at winning? I know I do! Not to mention you can get PDF quick peeks of a chapter in the books as well.

Get Social With It:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - "Like" the Class H Trilogy Page on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Follow @Raul_Ramos on Twitter

Remember you get extra credit in the giveaway for social follows so be sure to get your entries

WIN IT: 

One lucky Ascending Butterfly reader can win a copy as well (and based on availability of course) the author will try his best to provide either a physical copy or an electronic copy, winners choice!

Enter using the Rafflecopter Widget below:

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Calling all 'fashionistas' and 'intentionistas', if you like your jewelry with Style AND Meaning, this #Giveaway is for YOU!

#SPONSORED: This Giveaway is Sponsored by: (see full disclosure statement below)

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Ascending Butterfly began in 2009 with daily breathing affirmational meditations, for the first year we focused daily and exclusively on mind, body and soul wellness as a path to overall wellbeing. If our spirits are out of balance, invariably our bodies will be too.

I have had the pleasure of partnering with a wide variety of intention jewelry designers and sharing their amazing designs with you. I'm a fan of bold, statement jewelry, and when that jewelry is also intention based for me it's a super powerful combination that helps me feel more attuned to myself and the energy I'm putting forward.

I have had penpals my whole life, we all share a love of stationery and the fine art of putting our thoughts to paper. It is one of my penpals who introduced me to prayer boxes, a tradition she shared with her mother, that I was introduced to when she gifted me one for a birthday many years ago. Years later I discovered the power of using pyramids to make new moon wishes or new years goals and putting the paper inside of them. (I have a red pyramid I like to use to make New Years Goals for myself, on my birthday, NOT on New Years Eve and I also use it to add New Moon wishes throughout the year) it resides in my Meditation area.

After years of using my prayer box and my Pyramid, I hit on a stroke of brilliance, it's just so smart, I only wish I had invented this myself, a core cuff bracelet that allows you to carry intentions with you everyday in the form of super stylishly designed jewelry with a hidden secret inside!

Reminders on Display for the BuDhaGirl Core Cuff

About BuDhaGirl

BuDhaGirl is deeply rooted in the present while being elevated, informed and inspired by the past. Their products straddle the line between ornament and spiritual touchstones; they are enhancements for both body and soul. BuDhaGirl’s core foundation begins with fascinating objects and glamorous jewelry created to inspire awareness, knowledge and create brain health through purposeful interaction. They aim to re-introduce that wisdom into our lives in a simple yet powerful fashion. Their attitude and aesthetic is a unique combination of iconic and witty, traditional and edgy…and definitely, always chic.

“Clear your mind, breathe, and visualize intention(s) for the day. Think of it as a personal ritual.”

BuDhaGirl Core Cuff Bracelet

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The BuDhaGirl Core Cuff is a jewelry piece with pedigree. Based on an extraordinary 1930's French creation, this modern version will hold your intention 'Reminders' in style!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Stainless Steel micron plated in 18kt gold that is finished and polished by hand

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Resin Bars add a modernist Art Deco Style

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ- Opening coffer lid reveals compartment to add your BuDhaGirl Reminder Daily (you can interchange with a large assortment of beautiful reminder inserts)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Weight: 3 oz

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Includes: Golden Guanyin First Level Reminder

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Packaged in a gorgeous acrylic Temple Display Box

How it works:

I included the YouTube Video on the Cuff because I thought it would be helpful for you to see it in action, it's a super fast, super simple way to align yourself to your intentions and be more vibrationally aligned to your purpose!

How I styled it: Jewelry: I am wearing the BuDhaGirl Core Cuff Bracelet in the color 'Jade', Handbag: Elliott Lucca Blue Cordoba Flap Front Shoulder Bag (in 'Teal' Exotic),  Jeans: Coldwater Creek Denim Bootcut Trouser Jeans

My Take:

I am living in this bracelet, I've used it daily to add pizazz to more casual outfits as well as with dressier outfits, and it has turned heads each and every single time I've worn it, I am absolutely obsessed with my BuDhaGirl Core Cuff Bracelet and with BuDhaGirl and I want to get ALL the extra intention reminders for my bracelet now! I have my eye on the 'Healing Buddha' reminder next!

The artwork on the reminders that go inside the cuff are simply beautiful, and also if you use a very thin paper you can also write your own intention and add it to it, I love that the reminders also have Mantras that you can say as you slip them inside the cuff out loud and then do it again silently during the day anytime you want.

I couldn't imagine a more perfect collaboration, Ascending Butterfly and BuDhaGirl are definitely a match made in intentional living and spirituality heaven!

BuDhaGirl Core Cuff Bracelet

Win It:

You know I'm always looking out for my butterflies, and I am super happy that our friends at BuDhaGirl have offered to sponsor a BuDhaGirl Core Cuff Bracelet Giveaway for one super lucky butterfly!

Just use the rafflecopter widget below to get in your entries, as always, the first entry is easy peasy, so just be sure to do the main/mandatory entry FIRST and then do as many of the others as you'd like for 'extra credit' :-)

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Get Social With it: 

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @BuDhaGirl via twitter
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' BuDhaGirl on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You can also become 'pin' friends with BuDhaGirl on Pinterest too!

(And don't forget to tell them you saw them featured on Ascending Butterfly! And doing so gives you extra entries in the giveaway too!)

So Butterfly what intentions would you use this bracelet to help you align to?

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{#Beauty #Review} @PerlierUSA Shower and Body Cream Travel Kit #PerlierOnHSN

With the insane year I had last year, I intend to squeeze every last drop of life and sunshine out of this summer. And with summer comes vacations, 'daycations, and 'staycations' galore! In fact one of my favorite summer destinations is Atlantic City, New Jersey, dubbed a 'Mini-Vegas' (among other nicknames I'm sure), the one thing that makes Atlantic City different is the beach is very much a real beach, not a simulated one! I've stayed at a number of the properties on the legendary Boardwalk, but one thing that holds true is that most properties could use a wake up when it comes to shower amenities. And so for years I've always brought along my own!

With so many different restrictions from the FAA it's sometimes hard to know what you can and can't carry anymore, so travel kits are one of the best ways to keep your favorite skincare with you and not have to worry about hating the generic stuff that most hotels seem to put out.

I received the Perlier Shower and Body Cream Travel Kit sold on HSN from iFabbo (I'm sure you've noticed my iFabbo blog badge proudly displayed on my home page!), the kit includes 4 pairs of shower gels and their accompanying lotions!

The Perlier Shower and Body Cream Travel Kit Includes:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - A Clear Travel Bag (which the products come in)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.6 fl. oz. Honey Shower Cream Mini (100% Certified Italian Organic Honey)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1 oz. Honey Nurturing Body Balm - Scent: Clean, Pure and Soft

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.6 fl. oz. Olivarium Bath & Shower Cream Mini (100% Italian Organic Olive Oil)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1 oz. Super Nourishing Body Cream with Olive Oil - Scent: A Spa-like clean, Herbal

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.6 fl. oz. Ultra Rich Moisturizing Cream Shower with Citrus Extract (Pure 100% Certified Organic Shea Butter & Citrus)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.0 fl oz. - Intensive Nurturing Body Balm with Citrus Extract - Scent:  Soft Notes of Citrus, combination of Lemons, Limes and Oranges provides warmth to the citrusy notes

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.6 fl. oz. - White Almond Moisturizing Shower Cream (With Cold Pressed & Pure Almond Oil)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 1.0 fl. oz. - White Almond Absolute Comfort Almond Body Moisturizing Cream - Scent: Soft Italian Almonds from Sicily (considered to be the best almonds in Italy, with a touch of Marzipan

About Perlier:

For over 80 years, Perlier has specialized in the manufacturing of products derived from the active ingredients of medical plants. In 1972, Perlier expanded operations to include the development of cosmetics.  ALL WITH NO ANIMAL TESTING!

Perlier Products are:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Scientifically Formulated

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tested with Modern Scientific Principles with over 80 years of research background

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Efficient and functional in their results

Get Social:

Come on, you know you want to!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' Perlier on Facebook (By the way don't forget to enter their WEEKLY Facebook Giveaway, this week's giveaway is for the exact same kit I just featured!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @PerlierUSA on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Become Pinterest Besties with Perlier too!

DISCOUNT:

Nab $5 off any Perlier Product Purchase at HSN by using the PROMO CODE: ifabbo5

The Perlier Shower and Body Cream Travel Kit

My Take:

I actually can't pick a favorite scent from the bunch, so I am super stoked to have tried them all, honey is the softest, with a whisper scent, but honey does so much good for the skin, that with it's whisper soft scent it still packs a strong punch of great benefits for the skin. And the Shea Butter is also a mild scent but in a good way, and I've been using Shea products for years now, and am always glad to add a new one to my arsenal. I have also used products with Olive Oil before but not always enjoyed the scent (especially for some reason in the haircare products) so this was a pleasant surprise that I do like the scent. I had actually not used any Cold Pressed Almond Products prior to this kit and it was a perfect introduction.

I love to travel but I hate the skimpy bath products at most properties (I will say that some Suites nowadays offer better amenities, but even those are not always my cup of tea when it comes to scent), this kit allows me the perfect combination of quality skincare, perfect scents, and a great price point, it's a total win/win.

Butterflies please let us know if you nabbed this kit using the discount provided above, I'd love to know what you think, so once you've tried it out, come back here and sound off! And don't forget to enter to win one via the Facebook link provided above!

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FTC Disclosure: I am an iFabbo endorsed independent Fashion and Beauty Blogger who received this sample for editorial consieration. This post is NOT compensated. No compensation has been received for my feedback and all opinions expressed herein are 100% my own.

Motivation Monday: Find out why I'm urging you to get BLUE! @bluemangroup is headed YOUR way! #BlueManGroup #theatre #review

Yes, I know it sounds super odd that I'm urging you to get Blue on Motivation Monday! You ask, 'but butterfly isn't today the day you share some fun graphic or motivational quote to put some pep in our step for the new week?'.

Have no fear butterflies, I'm still going to put the fun in your Monday! Last week I had the chance to check out Blue Man Group's show in New York City. And at first when I got the invitation I thought, I remember them! I applied for a job as their Social Media Manager many moons ago, and never heard back, so NO WAY! But thankfully my love of the theatre out-weighed my sour grapes for never hearing back from them...

But I digress...don't I always? I'd like to think that's why you all love me so, but it's probably more for my amazing ability to empower everyone I meet in some way! :-)

OK, truth be told another reason I never immediatlely jumped on the bandwagon to see the show is because they don't talk. I'd seen television 'talk show' interviews where they didn't talk, which kinda weirded me out! And while that works so well for one half of Penn and Teller, I wasn't sure sitting around watching people that don't talk at all would be any fun.

And because I'm a big girl, I will be the first to admit I was so wrong in that pre-conceived notion! Not only was there NOT a dull moment, I left the show smiling and feeling super up-lifted. It was exactly what I needed at the right time. Lately I hadn't been feeling like my normally happy self and couldn't put my finger exactly on why. The show helped me realize I needed a little more time living, some time away from electronic devices/work and just a moment to cut loose and immerse myself in fun and absolute frivolity!

The show is active, inter-active and in all ways AMAZE-BALLS (and you know I try not to use that word often!). I didn't think another show this year could come close to being as uplifting as Kinky Boots (if you missed my coverage of it, you can check it out HERE).

Blue Man Group Playbill + Ticket for Astor Theatre Performance in New York City!

You can catch Blue Man Group in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, and you can catch their upcoming US Tour Dates Below:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Houston, TX - June 4-9

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Honolulu, HI - June 18 - July 23

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Atlantic City, NJ - August 22-30 (You all know Atlantic City is MY Happy Place, I may just have to catch the show again this summer!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Durham, NC - September 6-8

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tulsa, OK - September 10 - 15

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lawrence, KS - September 16-17

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Bloomington, IN - September 21 - 22

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lincoln, NE - September 27 - 29

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Clinton Township, MI - October 15 - 16

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Hershey, PA - November 22 - 24

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Baltimore, MD - January 10 - 12, 2014 (all the above dates are 2013 by the way)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Corpus Christi, TX - February 15 -16, 2014

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Des Moines, IA - February 18 - 23, 2014

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Sacramento, CA - March 11 -16, 2014

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Charlotte, NC - April 15 - 20, 2014

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Miami, FL - May 13 - 18, 2014

Blue Men Photo by Darbe Rotach

Get Social:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' Blue Man Group on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Get Tumblr with it

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Become Pinterest besties with Blue Man Group

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You can also check out their latest updates on instagram

Paint Drumming Photo by Ken Howard

My Take:

I loved the show! I do have some warnings to the wise though, it's a messy show, so all those in the lower level will find a plastic bag on your seats, please put them on! Don't say I didn't warn you! I was upstairs in the Mezzanine, and don't think that being up there will save you, while you won't need the plastic bags up there, the show will definitely still be very interactive from up there, no spoilers, just a friendly warning to the wise! The seats are a bit narrow/small in the Astor Theatre in New York City so be prepared to not only get really close to your neighbor, but if someone with super long legs is behind you will feel them if they are squirmy and move around a lot. I can tell you the show is fun and since it's part of every show, if you are bringing your children be prepared for the 'Shake Your Euphimism' portion of the show where every word/words for the 'behind' is literally put on display!

This show is a definite don't miss, and a total 'TICKET' in my rating system. (I tell it like it is, it's either ticket or skip it with me.).

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a compensated post. Press/Media Access to the show was granted to us for Editorial Consideration, this did not influence our review and all opinions expressed herein are 100% my own.

Win a Got Milk? Themed Gift Basket! Chock of full of great stuff and Gift Cards (like American Express & Starbucks!) too! - 2 winners!

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I have a strong feeling that most of you are already familiar with the Got Milk? Campaign and have seen even celebs rocking those iconic Milk Mustaches everywhere! I got to meet the  team last year at BlogHer 2012 in New York City and had fun at their booth hamming it up and posing for photos. Check out my picture from BlogHer last year with my Milk Mustache:

Ascending Butterfly & The Milkman at The Breakfast Project Booth, BlogHer12

If you are already following us on Pinterest I'm sure you have already seen that photo. Sometimes we post photos on Pinterest that don't make a blog post, so be sure to follow us there as well! The Breakfast Project, milkmustache.com, knows that every good day starts with Milk, and the campaign is running both in English and Spanish. In Spanish it's called El Proyecto Desayuno and can be found at bigotedeleche.com. Please stop over there right now and take a peek! Guess who the Blogger of the Month/Bloguera Del Mes is? That's right, it's ME!

Making Milk a part of your morning routine has incredible health benefits, including:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Helping to avoid Osteoporosis, Hypertension and Colon Cancer, these benefits come from drinking milk directly and do not come from only consuming a supplement. (talk about 'one to grow on'!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Protecting you from Tooth Decay and Cavity Problems

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Keeping you slim! People who drink Milk regularly actually stay slim and enjoy the many natural vitamins and minerals that help keep you healthy and fit. I know people tend to think the contrary, but Milk as part of a healthy diet can keep you slim and fit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - By drinking Milk regularly you can help prevent heartburn and other gastric problems. Drinking a glass of milk when you experience heartburn can calm your food pipe from inflammation.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The calcium in Milk gives you strong bones, teeth, nails and helps your hair too!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - My Grandma swore by a hot glass of milk at night and she was right, it can soothe your nerves and help relax tense muscles which helps put you to sleep.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Also helps to replenish the body and is good after a strenous workout!

Milk provides nutrients that the body requires to function properly, vitamins (for our red blood cells), calcium (for strong bones), carbohydrates (for energy), magnesium (for muscles), phosphorous (for utilizing energy), potassium (for the nervous system), protein (growth and the healing process), riboflavin (healthy skin) and zinc (boosts immune system). Who knew that one simple glass of milk did so much? If you are not Lactose Intolerant, then you should make sure you are drinking at least one glass of milk per day, and adding it on at breakfast will help you start your day right!

The folks at Proyecto Desayuno sent over a great gift basket full of Milk Related Items to help me celebrate making Blogger of the Month/Bloguera Del Mes, check it out here:

I have got to put on the tshirt so I can take a picture with it on! The basket contained Special K Cereal Bars, Ferrero Rocher Chocolates, Chocolate Straws, Sugar Wafers, a Got Milk? tshirt, Cafe Bustelo (which instantly reminded me of my Abeulita!), A Picture Frame with motivational messages about the importance of family (why is it that I can never have too many picture frames? I love to display my photos!), a pitcher, a Got Milk? Cup with straw, H2O Milk Skincare Products (I love all things H2O! In fact I'm currently using their Sea Salt line in my shower!), and great gift cards including a $15 Starbucks Gift Card, and a $50 American Express Gift Card).

WIN IT:

Ascending Butterfly and the folks at Proyecto Desayuno want you to join in the fun too! 2 very lucky butterflies have a chance to win a Gift Basket of their own! While some of the items may vary in your basket, the gift card amounts will remain the same and be the same for both winners! The main entry is easy peasy, so be sure to enter using the Rafflecopter Widget below:

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Is Milk already a part of your Healthy Breakfast Butterflies?

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FTC Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Giveaway by Proyecto Desayuno, All Opinions are 100% my own. Visit our Giveaway and Disclosure Policy HERE. I do feel that Milk is a very important part of a healthy breakfast and is very much a part of my personal morning routine!