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MORE LIPO-IN-A-BOX LOVE: Shapers & Bras & Face Cream Reviews!

You're about to see my boobies up close and personal-like.   The fact that  I'm posting a picture of this says a lot about the product.   If you're a WLS post-op, you know what I'm saying.  Boobies deflate.  They can be rolled up.  They droop.  It's not so pretty, except now they are:

(Oh come on, now.  Don't look so surprised.  
I direct/perform in a Burlesque Group for Pete's sake!)

You may recall that I wrote a review on Connie Elder's "Lipo-In-A-Box" line last week, and expressed my love for the giant box of shaper happiness that Connie had sent me.  Now often, it may seem that I gloat about EVERY product that is sent to me, but I have a "no bad reviews" policy, meaning, if you send me something to try and I don't like it, I will just NOT review it.  (I have no interest in spending time writing a negative review -  bleck, wasted time and energy. I'd rather just move on to the good stuff.)  I mention this only so you'll know that when I *do* review something, it's because I really like it - or in this case LOVE it.  And let me say it loud and clear:  I LOVE CONNIE ELDER'S PRODUCTS.

I'll be the first to admit that this is not the most delicate/girl-y bra I have ever seen, but when I spoke to Connie (the founder) on the phone, she said that this is one of the most popular bras in her Lipo-In-A-Box line and women rave about it.  Add me to that group, I LOVE THIS BRA.  

I'm wearing the Antoinette Bra here, and I personally think my boobies look FANTASTIC.  (Believe me, that is not a statement you would normally hear me make.)  From the website:

"Antoinette" offers the best of both worlds. You can feel like the beautiful woman that you are and have all the support you need.

This bra is constructed with 2 types of lace to offer you the best fit. The stretch lace on the upper cup offers you a custom fit, while the firm lace on the bottom provides support and shaping. Unknown to anyone is the hidden side panels for added support. The front section between your breast is constructed to separate and lift for the best fit with all fashions. The underband offers additional support and positioning. It is truly a comfortable underwire bra! The straps are rigid providing even one more area of support while meeting with the lace edge of the bra neckline. Antoinette is an excellent full coverage lace bra for everyday. You can always be elegant undercover.

I'm usually a girl who goes for the polka dots and leopard print, but I've been converted.  This nice nude-shade (heh) bra works under everything, and it's super-duper comfy.  Underwire?  You'd never be able to tell, it's THAT comfortable.

Now in addition to the bra, let's take a close-up of my face, shall we?  In particular, my forehead:

If you follow me on Facebook, you may remember that I had bangs cut a few months ago, and not because I thought bangs were hot.  I had them cut to camouflage the horrid tracks of time on my forehead.  It is a curse within the ladies of my family:  wrinkly foreheads.  It's just not pretty.  A furrowed brow in the Diva T family is not a pretty picture.  So take a good look at this photo.  Lines? Yes, but HUGELY reduced.  

I've been using the Underology Skin Care Line for the past two weeks, and I see a really remarkable difference in my skin.  I've never been a fan of heavy creams, and that's why I like this stuff so much. Lightweight, non-greasy, and quick-drying.  No stinky smells (I get wicked headaches from smelly stuff, so I was relieved I didn't have to deal with any smelly stuff when using this), and I noticed a visible difference after about a week.  Do I look 10 years younger?  Hell no, but my skin looks a LOT more refreshed and just FEELS better.  Here are the products I've been using religiously:

Eye Give Up :  for dark circles and puffy eyes (Uh, Hallelujah!)

Hydro-Xtreme Cream:  AM Moisturizer

PM Performance Cream:  PM Moisturizer

I'm telling you, this stuff is MAGIC.  I know everyone's skin is different, but as a dry-skin-fast-approaching-40-gal, this is like a little bit of a miracle in a jar for me.  LOVE.

I still have MORE stuff to review, but at this point, I think it's pretty certain that I'm a LIPO-IN-A-BOX Devotee.  The best shapewear that I've tried to date (and I've tried them all, and loved quite a few....this line is my FAVORITE).  Head on over to the website, and let Connie know that I sent you there.  We'll be an army of perky!  :)

YOU LIKE PRIZES, & I GOT EM! WLSFA RAFFLE

Last week, I posted a video for a WLSFA raffle that I'm holding, and I've done an entirely horrible job at promoting it.  Therefore, I'm going to try "Fundraiser 2.0! New With More Prizes!"

Deadline to donate and enter:  Sunday, April 10th - NOON, EST.
Winners announced by video:  no later than Monday, Aprill 11th  
(which leaves the winners one month to learn the choreography - yipee!) 

 

                                                 

 

Donate Now!  There are two ways to win:

GRAND PRIZE:

Make a donation of $50 or more to the WLSFA, and have your name entered into a raffle to win 1 of up to 4 spots in the Diva Taunia Dolls Burlesque Show on Saturday night, May 14th!  That's right, YOU can be a Vegas Showgirl (or guy)!  You will be fully costumed and have you hair and makeup done, and will be sent video tutorials to be in our group song and dance number:  "Show Me How You Burlesque" (from the movie Burlesque).  If you are shy and don't want to perform, you can TRANSFER your winning prize to someone else - a talented friend or WLS peep that you want to see dancing and workin' their stuff in the show.   How many times in your life can you say you performed in Vegas?!   Donate now to be transformed into a Vegas Starlet!

Note:  $50 (+)donations get an entry into both the Burlesque Grand Prize Raffle and the prize raffles below. Every $50 donation gets you another entry into both!

RAFFLE PRIZES:

Make a donation of $25 or more to the WLSFA, and you will be entered into a raffle to win one of these fantastic prizes below.  More prizes will be added throughout the week, so keep an eye out on this page for updates!

Note:  For every $25 you donate, you get an additional raffle entry!

RAFFLE PRIZE LIST:

Molded Cup Lace over Microfiber Bustier & Thong Set - Size XL in HOT PINK

Provided by:  Delores at From the Heart Lingerie!
www.fromtheheartlingerie.com 

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TWO BOTTLES + APPLICATOR OF FAMOUS DAVES SELF-TANNER!

Provided by:  Dave at Famous Daves!
www.famousdavestanner.com
 

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Bali Two Tone 9mm Men's Ring - Size 10

Provided by:  Stauer Smart Luxuries Jewelers
www.stauer.com 
 

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Free Corset & TuTu!
Provided by:  Baci-Farfalle.com & KissesandButterflies.com 

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GIFT BOX OF CARNIE WILSON BOOKS, CDS, AND & WLS RESOURCES!
Provided by:  Bariatric Advantage
www.bariatricadvantage.com 

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GIFT BOX 
Provided by:  Celebrate Vitamins
www.celebratevitamins.com

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GIFT BOX  - TWO GIVEAWAYS!
Hand Perfection Tube Hand Cream and Nail 7 Cuticle Cream!
www.handperfection.com 

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My pal Donna has hooked me up with FIVE of these new BANJEES from Sprigs to give way as prizes.  The perfect thing to take to Vegas - no carrying anything around!  The designs are SUPER cute too!  Lots of hot pink, so I'm happy.  I'll review mine as soon as I get it, but if you're active and out and about, these are perfect!

www.sprigsville.com

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DIVA GLAM! REVIEW: SIZESTOFIT.COM

Ok, let's first get something right out the way:   Sassy Suz can rock pretty much ANY dress she puts on, so this review isn't difficult to write.  Still, her hourglass figure was definitely enhanced by this gorgeous red number!

Mark, over at www.sizestofit.com sent us this beautiful dress , the "Wrinkled Lazar Cut Bustier Dress." The rouging on this  made it hug all the right curves (obviously!) and the ruffled bust did exactly the opposite of what you'd THINK a ruffled bust would do:  meaning, it totally rocked the girls.  Right?  I'm sayin!

Sizestofit.com has some gorgeous dresses, but I was also equally impressed with their boots.  Check it! Some of the best prices I've seen online for boots, so go ye and hoof your heels fo' cheap!

Super-cute accessories and nice outerwear round out this easy-to-navigate site chock full o' selections in lots of different sizes - something for everyone!

Special thanks to Sassy Suz for modeling this Diva Glam! item with a broken foot!  (See how she's cleverly concealed that?  Bravo, lady.)  

Big thanks to Mark for sending us this gorgeous red number just in time for the holiday season. Happy Holidays, indeed!

For more information and some kick-ass online prices, please visit www.sizestofit.com.

DIVA TAUNIA'S GLITZ, GLAMOUR, GOODIES & GIFTS! December Radio

What do you get when you take two of my very favorite things (the holidays & giving away stuff) and put them together??  You get a MONTH-LONG HOLIDAY PROMOTION, that's what!

Tune in every Monday to find out about all the different glitz, glamour, goodies and gifts out there to make your holiday season as "Diva!" as possible!  Listener giveaways, secret Twitter and Facebook Giveaways, special guests, and special co-hosts!  Lots of fun stuff for the holidays. 

Listen live every Monday in December at 7pm EST to win!

www.backstagepassradio.com

Don't forget to watch for special shopping discounts using the "DIVAT" coupon code, and keep an eye out for sponsors and prizes that will be continually listed here.  Happy Holidays!

SPONSORS AND PRIZES  FOR MONDAY, DECEMBER 6TH:

www.handperfection.com

HAND PERFECTION:  Diva Taunia’s FAVORITE HAND CREAM EVER! 

Our Day and Night Kit  gives you full time hand protection. The Complete Day Cream shows immediate benefits of brightening skin tone and blurring imperfections – plus cumlulative, clinically proven benefits of diminishing age spots, lines and wrinkles in as little as two weeks. Night Solution is our overnight, restorative miracle serum that accelerates hand renewal while you sleep. Awaken with hands that are supple, soft and younger looking. REDBOOK calls Night Solution “The Ultimate Anti-ager.”

SPONSORED PRIZE:  One Day and Night Kit Valued at $99!
DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 20% discount on your order! 

     

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www.shatobu.com

ShaToBu - The Workout You Wear - is the revolutionary shaper that helps women shape, tone and burn more calories during everyday activities – even during your busy holiday shopping!

The benefits go beyond ordinary shapewear - ShaToBu instantly gives a sleeker silhouette, but women can also see and feel a difference in their bodies with regular use over time. By incorporating resistance bands right into the garment, muscles work a little harder and more calories are burned during daily activities.

ShaToBu helps women fit a workout into their normal day, while looking and feeling great.

SPONSORED PRIZE:  Your choice of (1) Shapewear from www.shatobu.com!

DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 20% discount on your order! 

   



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www.futureoxygen.com

Future Oxygen offers distinctive products with an eye toward improving the environment. The charming pendants, key chains, greeting cards and stationery can be planted after use to grow into beautiful flowers, grasses or trees, making a living, lasting connection to a special life moment, relationship or memory. The beauty of the world around us and within us is reflected in the use of our products and in the new life created by the subsequent planting of such a symbol.

All FO2 products are 100% biodegradable, including the packaging and are available for gifts,personal use, awareness, school/club fundraisers and as promotional items. A portion of our proceeds are donated through GreaterGood.org to support breast cancer awareness, animal rescue and support of the environment. Enjoy life’s beauty naturally!

SPONSORED PRIZE:  Two (2) pieces of FO2 Ecowear from the website!
DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 20% discount on your order! 

  

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 www.frownies.com

Frownies has been called an ‘institution’ in the beauty industry. The small, woman owned and operated business is still run by the same family that started the company in 1889.  B&P Company, owners of the brand Frownies, stands for Beauty and Personal Wellness. Today B&P Company is committed to woman’s health as well as beauty and bring to market products free of synthetic preservative or other ingredients that are known carcinogens and estrogen mimickers.

CEO Kat Wright ND is committed to creating a simple, effective line of all natural products that preserve both beauty and skin heath. Frownies products address acne towrinkles and everything in between. Dr. Kat Wright has published a book to go along with the company philosophy of creating safe and healthy products titled, Your Health in Your Hands empowering women and exposing health.

SPONSORED PRIZE:  "Face Lift In a Bag!" Complete Skin Care Beauty Program!
DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 20% discount on your order! 

  

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www.flirtydivatees.com

Women need to have more fun! At FlirtyDivaTees.com, we believe there is a name for this. It's called harmless cheap fun! That's all we offer here at Flirty Diva Tees, harmless cheapf un for women! Let's face it...isn't life more enjoyable when you laugh and have some fun? Flirty Diva Tees makes our women's flirty shirts available in all sizes, plus sizes too. We offer them in a soft style fitted ladies t-shirts and the looser fitting ladies t-shirts both styles are femininely styled fashionable t-shirts. When you wear our Flirty Diva Tees, two things will happen...people will laugh, and you will have fun! People love interacting with ladies who know how to have some fun and have a sense of humor and isn't that what you want to do? If it's not...well, maybe you should. Flirty Diva Tees flirty funny ladies tee shirts quotes are all about making the best ofyour time out with friends, laugh at life and cheer up the population! It will do you good.  Visit www.flirtydivatees.com to see more designs and join in the fun!

SPONSORED PRIZE:  One Flirty Diva Tee of Your Choice, Size & Design!
DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 15% discount on your order! 

    

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www.iyoba.com

Iyoba Body Essentials is known for super creamy soap bars - always made with olive oil, essential oils, shea butter, mango butter, cocoa butter, and "love." We also offer a complete skin and hair care line of the most nourishing products available. So whether you're looking for a specific therapeutic skin or hair care product or you simply want to pamper yourself with our all-natural beauty products -- we invite you to experience the Iyoba difference.  Iyoba products make wonderful holiday gifts, and you can feel good about giving yourself or your loved ones a quality product made from all-natural ingredients.

SPONSORED PRIZE:  

 SPONSORED PRIZE:  Foot Butter, Foot Scrub, and Spicy Caramel Body Set!
DIVA DISCOUNT:   Use "DIVAT" at checkout for a 25% discount on your order!

  

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SECRET FACEBOOK & TWITTER GIVEAWAY!

www.braceletmate.com

Want to win one of these super-cute, and super-convenient Bracelet Mates?!  Become a fan on the Diva Taunia Facebook Page OR follow on Twitter @divataunia to find out how to win! 

Each Bracelet-Mate® & Bracelet Plus® is beautifully hand-beaded. Besides the numerous design options available, what makes them truly unique is that the bracelet is attached to a mini wrist wallet capable of carrying your ID, credit cards, currency, lipstick and key. When worn, the wallet sits discreetly on the inside of your wrist, and can be worn on either wrist; you always know where your belongings are!

SPONSORED PRIZE:  One Bracelet Mate of your choice!

  

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Check back daily to see the latest sponsors and holiday giveaways!

DIVA GLAM REVIEW: DESIRE4MO.COM

My love of Kim and her website Desire4Mo is well-known, but I feel like it's worth writing about again.  Kim/D4M  has outfitted so many events in my life now, that I almost feel like she's part of my family.   Ok, well part of my wacky online family, but still.  

She's a working mom who started a business to make a better life for her family, and I think her stuff is totally rockin'. Take a look at all the cool items she's hooked me (and mine)  up with, and I'll provide links to all the items in case you want them for your own:

Sherri Cola Costume  in my new promo photos!

I have a love of all things retro/vintage/50s and I was so, so, so excited to wear this in my new promo photos.  It's totally kitchy and ridiculous, and totally me.  I wanted something fun to wear, and Kim was happy to provide it.  The costume itself is really comfortable and flattering and completely adorable for any sock-hop type of party.  

And speaking of 50's:

 

Saddle Shoes!

I had found this costume in a thrift store over the summer for $6, and  I really wanted to wear it to one of my Halloween parties.  I didn't have any saddle shoes, but I knew who would:  www.desire4mo.com.  And let me tell you, they were COMFY!  I was out with 6 other girls that evening walking around Harvard Square, and I was the ONLY one who was in comfortable footwear.  Score one for my tootsies!

I was even able to find the perfect adorable costume for my stepdaughter on Halloween:

Britt's Sailor Cutie Costume

Now granted, if you saw the model wearing this on the website, you probably wouldn't immediately think, "this is perfect for a 12 yr old!" But considering Britt's height vs. the model, and how easy it is to style something down, I had a feeling this would be adorable - and I was right.

We put little freckles all over her face, and I was just waiting for her to break out into some Shirley Temple songs.  (Although I'm pretty sure she doesn't even know who that is.  Sigh.)

For a gal like me who is celebrating a new phase and new image in my life, www.desire4mo.com has so many options to help me feel purty.  Here are a few of the other items I've gotten from Kim that I absolutely love:

Mesh Mini Jacket - A WLS Post-Op's Dream Come True!

This was a HUGE hit when I reviewed it on YouTube (review of this starts at 2:44).  What I love about this mesh jacket:  1) it totally conceals that batwings  2) it can convert any sexy dress into something a little more wearable 3) at $18, it's totally affordable and absolutely a great investment for your wardrobe.

And don't tell me you don't LOVE THIS HOTNESS:

4 INCH SLINGBACK MARABOU HEELS

I wear these to the grocery store.  Ok, no I don't, but I would if I didn't think I get looks.  I love, love, love these sexy shoes!  In fact, I just booked a Burlesque show for February, and these will DEFINITELY be included int he show.  How could they NOT be?!

I'm a big fan of supporting small business, especially when it's a working mom taking care of her family.  And even more so when that small business offers hot, hot items.   Desire4Mo is your one-stop-shop for all things girly and sexy:  dresses, clothing, swimsuits, costumes, shoes, accessories, and more.  

Kim also offers a 10% discount using the code  "DIVAT", so go and get your shop on and tell Kim I said hello!

DIVA TAUNIA REVIEWS CRAZY DOG T-SHIRTS

www.crazydogtshirts.com

Let me state for the record that any time my 14 yr old step-son has ever tried to respond to something with Michael Scott's most famous comeback one-liner, I swiftly take out  the "you don't talk about women that way!" lecture and guilt him.

Yeah.  You read that right.  Fast forward to the t-shirt that I thought would be HILARIOUS for me to wear.  And I still do.

Crazy Dog T-Shirts sent me a couple of shirts to review, and I'm kind of in love with this one. Not only is it a really pretty cobalt blue color, but it's wholly innappropriate for an almost 39 yr old stepmom to be wearing it. And therefore, I love it.

They also sent along what could possibly be the BEST Halloween costume any 14 yr old boy who's way-too-cool-to-wear-a-costume-but-still-wants-to-get-candy-because-sugar-fuels-him could ever ask for:

NICE.

One of my absolute favorite t-shirts on the site is one that I didn't get to review, but REALLY, REALLY want:

YOU KNOW YOU DIG THIS.

These are all really well-made shirts and the material is a good, solid tee - well made and will take many a beating by a 14 yr old stepson or washing machine.

They've got a great selection of daily special tees, a whole bunch of fabulous retro tees, and carry a really great assortment of sizes.  If you're a work-at-home-t-shirt-gal like me, I'm pretty sure you'll love this site.  Stop on over to www.crazydogtshirts.com and tell them "That's What She Said!"

 

SAUCY SAVANNAH REVIEW'S ACE'S ORGANIC SELF-TANNER!

Ya'll when I received this product, Ace's Organic Self Tanner in the mail to review, I was leery.  I've used self tanning products several times in the past and have never had good results. Either they left my skin streaked or a really unnatural color...yuck!  Being a Savannah gal, in this coastal area where gals wear sunny clothes all year long, my pasty skin needed help.  Well, here's the real honest scoop:  Ace's Organic Self Tanner is FANTASTIC.  I followed the directions exactly.  (I wanted to be fair to the product before I reviewed it!)  I am IN LOVE with this stuff!  My skin actually appears younger, smoother and with just a hint of color.  I know I can add more color to my skin by using again.  You gotta check this stuff out, honest!  Without all the dangers of the sun, I have a natural glow to my skin.  My co-workers asked me today if I had spent the week end at the beach!  HA....Thanks Ace's Organic Self Tanner!  MUAH!

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ACE'S ORGANIC SELF-TANNER HERE!

CHECK OUT ERIK'S MOBILE SELF-TANNING SITE HERE!

OCTOBER 11th RADIO PROMOTION: "WLS HOTTIE HALLOWEEN!" - Part 1

Halloween is coming soon, and celebrating after post-op or weight loss can be AMAZING! We check out some of the best costume suppliers out there, and also look for decorations, low-calorie, high protein yummy treats, fun items, and tips and tricks for being your bewitching best! Live on-air prizes for our listeners!

 How to win: Listen to the show LIVE every Monday at 7pm EST. When prompted, be the correct caller for that prize and win! Call-in # is 347-857-2052. Live chat opens 15 mins before the show starts. Also, keep your eye on Diva Taunia's Twitter Page @divataunia for special "secret" giveaways!  

 

 

OUR GENEROUS PRIZE SPONSORS:

 

PRIZE:   $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE!
DISCOUNT:  10% using "DIVAT" 

Kim has once again very generously donated a whopping $50 Gift Certificate to her website.  Oh, did I mention that she's got the sexiest selection of costumes on the planet?!  Regular and Plus Size Costumes, Accessories and more!  I could spend all day trying to decide because the selection she has is so great.  Womens, Mens, Teens - everything you need!

www.desire4mo.com

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PRIZE:   ONE ADULT JAMMERZ!
Valued at $44.99 or less 

Feetie Pajamas for adults?!  Could I BE any happier right now?!  Actually yes, because they also have a great selection of Feetie Pajama COSTUMES!

JumpinJammerz.com is the leading company in footed sleepwear in a vast array of fun prints, styles,fabrics and colors! Prioritizing the comfort of their customers first,  Jammerz are manufactured with the highest quality fabrics, all of which meet North American flammability standards.   Their Jammerz have been worn by an ever growing list of celebrity clients, including Joan Cusack, Dakota Fanning, Vanessa Lengies, Mad TV, Warner Brothers, Oxygen Media, So TV -UK and have been spotted on Saturday Night Live, even shown on The Ellen DeGeneres show and even made it into the ultra elite grab-bags at the 2007 Oscars!!

 www.jumpinjammerz.com

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PRIZE:   ONE PAIR OF SFX LENSES FROM COASTALCONTACTS.COM "MOST POPULAR" LENSES  - SEXY!!  HOLLAH!

CoastalContacts.com is the world’s leading online retailer of eyeglasses and contact lenses. The model is simple, taking out the middle men and mark ups that come along with eyeglasses and contact lenses, and providing consumers with an affordable way to purchase vision care products on the Internet.  Coastal Contacts products are the exact same glasses and contacts found in optical stores, but for 50%-70% less.  With a combination of designer brands and private label designs Coastal Contacts ships to over 150 countries worldwide, and has over 2 million active customers.

Check out the smart way to buy eyeglasses and contact lenses, AND some sexy/scary/cool Halloween Eye Accessories  at CoastalContacts.com.

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PRIZE:   $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE!!

Screamers Costumes opened in 1968 in a small 900 sq ft. retail store in Detroit.  Today they are located in Clinton Twp. at 15 Mile Rd. and Gratiot in a 5,000 sq ft. retail store. They are leaders in the costume business with over 40 years of experience.

Screamers Costumes sell all types of costumes and their accessories are endless!  They specialize in wigs with over 130 different styles year round. With a top notch makeup department and  experienced employees they’ll help you to achieve that "Hollywood" look.  

Screamers Costumes is also running a super-fun contest right now where you can vote on your favorite customer-submitted costume photos!  CLICK HERE TO VOTE.

www.screamerscostumes.com

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PRIZE:   SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAY!

Who doesn't love wind-up toys?  Win a prize pack of Halloween themed toys from Z Windups!  Super-cute to have on your desk at work, to give to your kids for Halloween, or maybe even as a fun Halloween treat!   Follow @divataunia to find out how to be part of the raffle drawing and win!

www.zwindups.com

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RADIO REVIEW: NUWAVE CHICKEN

From one of my Facebook peeps:  "Does it play Depeche Mode while it cooks?"

Last week I got me a shiny, new  NuWave Oven to review.  NICE!  I gave one away (congrats, Marquita!) on the program and I had to test this bad-boy out for myself, so the NuWave Peeps sent me out one.  I have to admit, I was a little daunted by all the parts to assemble:

I couldn't understand why anyone would go through the trouble of using and assembling all this when you could just as easily popped yo' chicken in the oven.  But still, I figured that since people were RAVING about this, I should try it out for myself. I watched the instructional DVD to make sure I didn't screw anything up, plopped in my 8 lb bird, and set it to cook.  

The first nice thing is that - like your oven - you can set it and leave the house without any worry of it burning down.  But UNLIKE your oven, you don't come home to a hot kitchen.  Score!  The next nice thing?  You can actually see the thing cooking without having to open to oven door or try to guess what it looks like through a very dim oven light.  And the best thing?

JUICY. DELICIOUS. CHICKEN.
CRISPY BROWN SKIN.

Holy begeezus.   Best chicken I have EVER COOKED.  I'm not exaggerating.  This chicken rocked my world, and I KNOW it would not have come out quite the same in the regular oven.

Even my step-son Tylor, THE WORLD'S PICKIEST EATER WHO NORMALLY TURNS HIS NOSE UP AT CHICKEN, loved this.  And there's something to be said for any contraption that intrigues your kids enough to 1) want to watch and learn the cooking process and 2) dig into dinner without a fuss.

Pot roast is on sale at the market this week, so that's up next.  Pot roast is usually a meat that the women in my family turn into something that resembles the sole of a shoe (no matter what level of cooking skill, the roast is cursed), so if the NuWave can remove the hex that has plagued me from my family lineage, I will be singing it's praises from the rooftop.  After having this chicken, I have high hopes.

Oh, and all those pieces to assemble?  Just more bang for your buck.  Different levels trays so that you can cook multiple items at once, gourmet pizze attachments and accessories, and lots of fancy cool things to cook with.  

And Rob asked me to mention that clean-up is pretty simple.  He does the dishes after dinner since I cook, and he said it was pretty easy to clean up because of the attachments.  No navigating around electrical cords, etc.

And for all of you who are now on a post-op WLS protein lifestyle, this machine is da bomb.  Dry chicken and beef kill me.  Nice juicy chicken makes me and my pouch super-happy.

Add me to the mass of people who are NuWave Oven addicts.  This thing ROCKS!  

www.nuwavecookingclub.com 

9/27 RADIO PROMOTION: "HAIR & SKIN: IT'S THE PACKAGE YOU'RE IN!"

Taking care of your hair and skin is a priority during the weight loss journey. As you lose weight, your skin changes in LOTS of ways, and some post-ops experience temporary hair-thinning and loss, as well as dry skin. The 9/27 show themed “Hair & Skin:  It’s the Package You’re In!” focuses on products, services, and tips for keeping your WLS skin and hair in tip-top shape!  We’ve got some amazing show sponsors and prizes for you to call-in to win!  Keep the number handy:  347.857.2052. 

 

How to win: Listen to the show LIVE on Monday, 9/13 @ 7pm EST. When prompted, be the correct caller for that prize and win! Call-in # is 347-857-2052.Live chat opens 15 mins before the show starts. Also, keep your eye on Diva Taunia's Twitter Page @divataunia for special "secret" giveaways!   Here’s a list of sponsors and prizes – check back every day for updates!

SPONSORS & PRIZES:

 

www.nashuanutrition.com

PRIZE:  $50 Gift Certificate

Nashua Nutrition offers a comprehensive line of high quality nutritional products which are specifically formulated to meet the unique demands of both the pre-operative bariatric surgical candidate, as well as the post-operative bariatric surgical patient.  Our products provide a great tasting and convenient source of high protein, low carbohydrate nutrition in small serving sizes which are perfect after weight loss surgery.  Our high protein products range from puddings to hot soups and fruit drinks.  In addition, we also have several full lines of bariatric vitamins, minerals and protein powders that are designed to be easy on the digestive system and support maximum absorption.

 In addition to our bariatric specific products, we also have products that are ideal for the following diets:

Medically Supervised Diets
Low Calorie Weight Loss
High Protein Diets
Metabolic Syndrome
Liquid Diets
Diabetic Diets

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www.drdenese.com

PRIZE:  Skin Care Gift Basket!

Prize includes:  1) Resurface & Glow Treatment Face Wash 2) Pore Refining Toner  3) HydroShield Ultra Moisturizing Face Serum 4) Pro C Illuminating Cell Defense Pads 5) Advanced Firming Facial Pads 6) SPF 30 Defense Day Cream 7) Firming Facial Light Resurfacing Peel and 8) Firming Facial Age Corrector Cream!!!

From Dr. Denese:  Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I was born in Hungary and I started making beauty products when I was nine years old. Since then I earned my Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Neuropsychology in Budapest, Hungary; I won a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School; and I received an M.D. at Cornell University Medical College.

Through my training and medical practice, I have developed a vast body of knowledge about what your skin requires to look young and healthy and how to achieve it. My techniques have become known as "The Denese Difference". Not only do I use the most advanced active ingredients that have been clinically proven to work, I use far higher concentrations of them. Also important is that the active ingredients in each product are compatible with each other and that each product is designed to do only what it is intended for. What I offer is a scientifically proven system that helps your skin look its best.

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www.naturalselftanner.com

Erik Acevedo loves tanning. He is the president of Organic Mobile Tanning LLC:  Miami's only mobile tanning salon specializing in organic spray tanning.

With Ace Organic Self-Tanner, you can be assured that we have your health and skin in mind every time we make our lotion. As an Ntti Certified spray tanning tech, Erikis  a natural health practitioner specializing in skin care. Ace Organic self tanner will NEVER  cut corners or put anything in our products that will do your skin or body harm.

PRIZE:  (2) Bottle of Organic Self-Tanner!

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www.procellix.com

PRIZE:  3 Month Supply of Procellix!

Dermal Meds® has continued this story of discovery and passion for unlocking the power of nature through scientific advances to benefit humankind. Dermal Meds®, the leaders in the cellulite blocker PROCELLIX®, continues to develop breakthrough product formulations with new and existing natural ingredients, many that are clinically proven to deliver real skin care benefits leaving you with healthier-looking, beautiful skin. 

Dermal Meds offers the latest scientific advances in skin care. The technologies behind our offerings are the result of decades of research by some of the most sophisticated labs in the industry. We are firmly committed to providing the latest and most innovative products of the highest quality that have been proven effective by published scientific studies.

“Although diversification from our core business is a challenge for us, we have committed to applying our efforts for continuous development of our new technology to search for the answer in achieving and maintaining optimum health by bringing back the balance of body and mind. Modern technology provides us with more convenience, entertainment, and excitement in our daily lives, but it also creates negative factors through the cumulative effects of our demanding lifestyles, exposure to pollutants, and increased stress levels. ‘Health, Well-Being, and Preventative’ are the key words and focus for our new century.”

 

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SECRET TWITTER GIVEAWAYS !

www.theskinsociety.com

Natural cellulite treatment from The Skin Society!

PRIZES (RAFFLED) - (3) $50.00 GIFT CERTIFICATES! 

We are a group of Swiss scientist whom graduated from Swiss universities in the sixties with MD's and PhD's. We have been working together as research scientist for some of the largest pharmaceutical companies in Switzerland, and now offer our products online for you!  All of our products are developed for sensitive skin and they are hypoallergenic!

Follow @divataunia to find out how to win!

www.coromega.com

SECRET TWITTER PRIZE:  Coromega^® Omega3 90ct Coromega + Vitamin D in Tropical Orange!

A delicious tropical orange-flavored squeeze supplement that provides a daily dose of omega-3s with added vitamin D_3.  Coromega Omega3 + D₃ promotes calcium absorption and bone health with 1000 IU of vitamin D, while still providing all the benefits and essential nutrients of fish oil with 230 mg of DHA and 350 mg of EPA in each delicious squeeze pouch.

Follow @divataunia to find out how to win!

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