In our Q&A series I’m happy to answer reader questions (submit via Facebook or email) and find our more about CBK readers. Today question was tough for me since I’m a loyal Survivor fan and have been since season one. But when it comes to the show I can’t wait for the next week to arrive, the nod goes to Bravo’s Real Housewives. With Beverly Hills wrapping up I’m excited for a new season with the original ladies of the OC. The Real Housewives of Orange County premieres Tuesday, February 7th and 9:00 p.m. Not surprisingly, season six of “The Real Housewives of Orange County” was the highest rated season and season seven with new cast member and former actress Heather Dubrow, Gretchen’s new role as a Pussycat Doll in Vegas and Vicki’s introduction of a new beau. Come to think of it, I may need to have an OC viewing party even if it is a Tuesday. My housewife friends rarely hit the town mid-week with work and school looming (5 a.m. comes early) but we may have to make an exception. For more information visit BravoTV.com and follow Bravo on Twitter.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Roast Dinner Recipe
Making my grocery list for the week when a collegue shared this recipe with me. Grabbing the ingrediants tonight!
Ingredients
- lb small potatoes (6 to 8), unpeeled, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups)
- 2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots
- 1 cup frozen small whole onions (from 1-lb bag), thawed
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4 lb)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 jar (12 oz) chicken gravy
- 1 1/2 cups Green Giant® Valley Fresh Steamers™ frozen sweet peas, thawed
Instructions
- Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, place potatoes, carrots and thawed onions. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; place over vegetables in cooker. Pour gravy over top.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
- Stir in thawed peas. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook about 15 minutes longer or until peas are tender.
Cool Tip:
See the original recipe at Betty Crocker.com.
Frownies: All Natural Anti-Aging Solutions
The amazing before and after photographs of people using Frownies to virtually erase wrinkles intrigued me to want to review the product. While I received Facial Patches for Wrinkles and saw success with ones around my eyes, my favorite product are the Under Eye and Eye Lid Collagen Eye Gels. These re-usable gels help improve the appearance of bags, 
gine lines and dark circles. Once using for three times the first week, they can be re-used after storing in the refigerator. I’ve definately notcied a difference and am slightly addicted to the gels which feels so rejuvinating
Other Frownies products to consider include:
- Crow’s Feet & Smile Line Treatment
- Forehead Wrinkle Treatment
- Facelift in a Bag
- Immune Perfect Wrinkle Cream
Cool Tip: Purchase Eye Gels (featured) which help reduce fine lines and dark circles for $29.95. Also be sure to follow Frownies on Twitter and Facebook for special deals and discount codes.
Icebreaker Kids Merino Wool Camper Hoodie
My ten year old son loves his Icebreaker camper hoodie It’s a perfect layer for when he’s skiing or playing in the snow because it keeps him warm, it’s not bulky, and doesn’t make him overheat. I plan on letting him wear this as an outer layer instead of a jacket when the weather permits. The hood fits his head instead of flopping around keeping his neck warm. Also, the New Zealand merino wool is so soft and lightweight and best of all itch free. I would have expected a wool sweatshirt to be itchy but to my surprise this was super comfy and silky and when it gets wet, there is not odor, which often occurs with wet wool. Bottom Line: get this hoodie for a warm base layer or an outdoor top layer your kids will be warm and not feel too bulky. I plan to purchase an Icebreaker top for husband too who also is a skiier and outdoor sportsman.
Written by Amy, Cool Baby Kid Review Team
Disclaimer
Sample products was provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.
Cool Tip: Icebreaker offers kids, men and women’s apparel including running gear and technical sports wear. Be sure to follow Iebreaker on Twitter and Facebook for updates.
Disney on Ice “Treasure Trove” Recap
Last evening the family officially began “six months of Disney” as we prepare for a big trip to Disney World this summer by watching Tinker Bell fly through the air and marvelling at an enormous crocodile gobble up Captain Hook. We’re not taking this Disney prep lightly and have already begun shopping at Disneystore.com for tees and plan to turn “Movie Monday” into an exclusively Disney event. A little nutty? Maybe. But we love every minute. (“We” is defined as myself and my princess-loving daughter as well as our son but not necessarily the king of the clan who is excited about Disney World, loved Disney on Ice but isn’t exactly eating and breathing it like the rest of us.)
This was our third Disney on Ice performance and my favorite to date. It encompasses the princesses, my daughter’s favorite, but also takes audiences through other classic Disney stories such as Peter Pan and Lion King. The highlight of the evening, barring a bigger than life-size elephant giving Prince Ali a ride and the incredible ice skating stampede that took Mufasa’s life, was an appearance by the newest princess and her unlikely friend. Rapunzel and Flynn elicited a special shriek from the kids sitting near us as did the final song which included all of the Disney princesses. As they circled round and round the ice, my children shouted their names over and over again: “Mulan…Cinderella…Belle” could be heard even after they waved goodbye and exited the ice.
Admittedly I watched my own children as much as the show and particularly enjoyed the overzealous clapping at the end of each segment. At one point my daughter leaned over, kissed my shoulder and said, “Thank you mama.” If only there was a Disney on Ice every weeknd. But then it my not be as special since now we wait until next January when once of the many Disney on Ice productions from Feld Entertaiment which this year include, in addition to Treasue Trove, include Dare to Dream, Toy Story 3, Magical Journey and 100 Years of Magic come to town. Not only would I highly recommend the show for both Disney and ice skating fans (which now the kids want to do of course), but I would encourage families to make the evening an experience by preparing, counting down and enjoying every minute of the magic.
Cool Tip: Find a Disney on Ice show near you and follow them on Twitter for updates.
Operation Organization: Tackle One Project a Day
Makeup Drawer
Kids' Closet
I’m calling this week operation organization. Determined to get at least one thing put in order each day, I’ve tackled the kids’ toys, both of their closets, my makeup drawers and am starting on the kitchen today.
If you’re so inspired, tackle just one small project a day for one week, and you’ll be amazed at how non-intimidating but useful it can be. And maybe it’s just me, but I feel better once things are de-cluttered and organized. If only it would stay that way…
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Disney Week Continued… *War Horse Preview*
Essential Info
Director: Steven Speilberg
Rating: PG-13
Releases: December 25, 2011
Cool Tip: This DreamWorks Pictures’ War Horse clip features Emily Watson and Jeremy Irvine, and if you’re as excited about this upcoming film as we are, be sure to fan on Facebook as well!
