{Giveaway} Don't Let Mosquitoes Ruin Your Summer

A little while ago we ventured on a mini holiday to Exmouth to spend some time at the beach and for B to do some fishing. Living where we do now and coming from where we did we certainly miss the beach, water and all that it entails A LOT! So any chance we get to go to the beach we jump at.

But that trip also included a trip to the hospital due to two of the three kids having an allergic reaction to sand flies and mosquitoes. Even though they had insect repellent on the WHOLE time it just wasn't enough. So next time we head to Exmouth we will also be packing some Para'Kito packs. We have been using them around town this past week, and whilst there are only a few mozzies about, they haven't been bothering us whilst we have been wearing the Para'kito clips and wristbands.

The clips and wristbands give off a pleasant odour and is much less intrusive than smelly and often greasy insect repellents.

Para’Kito is a 100 percent natural eco-friendly mosquito protection device. As the number one seller in France, and much loved in 37 countries worldwide, Para’Kito™ is set to become a summer favourite here in Australia; an essential part of every suitcase, beach bag, hiking kit or tackle box. As a natural and safe alternative to other products on the market, Para’Kito™ is
ideal for adults, children, babies, pregnant women and allergy sufferers alike, as it has no direct contact with the skin, leaves no unpleasant odour and offers 24 hour protection from mosquitoes and insects.

A unique blend of seven essential oils including; lavender, geranium, citronella, pine tree, patchouli, clove and peppermint is infused into the heart of a polymer pellet, which slips easily into your Para’Kito™ wristband or clip.

These patented oils mask the presence of humans from mosquitos for 15 days effectively making the wearer invisible, even when coming in contact with water, eliminating the need for reapplying sticky chemical sprays. The Para’Kito™ clip is perfect for travel (it easily attaches to a backpack, belt, or can be hung inside a tent when sleeping) as well as for babies – just hang it from their pram or stroller, while the neoprene wristband offers comfort and style with a range of fun colours available.

The European quality product is both lightweight and completely waterproof, making it perfect for all Australian pastimes, whether you're camping in the Northern Territory, fishing off the coast of Western Australia, or simply enjoying a BBQ in Brisbane; with Para’Kito™ you'll never be left unprotected again!

And good news, I have one Para'Kito prize pack to giveaway.

Prize Pack Consisting of:
2 x Para'Kito clips - $24.95 each 

1 x Para'Kito wristband - $24.95 each

1 x refill - $14.95 

Total Value= $89.80 

All you need to do comment below and 

 tell me your horror mozzie story!

The most creative answer wins. The giveaway will be open until the 19th of December and winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond or the prize will be redrawn. 

Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



Disclaimer: I was sent a family pack of Para'Kito products to trial. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

My dad picks the fruit that goes to Cottees...

Okay, So I am betting you have seen this ad sometime this year?







The first time I seen it I remembered thinking WTF? And the B came back from the supermarket complaining that his cordial now came in a smaller bottle. It was then that I understood what the hell the ad was on about. I told him to actually read the bottle and we went on our merry way.

That was until he started complaining again that I wasn't making the cordial properly! So when I got a email a few weeks back asking if we would like to trial the new mix and a  jug that is available to make “finding your perfect mix” even easier I said yes simply for the fact that it would ease our debates of cordial making... Yes we debate over the best cordial to water ratio... B drinks a HUGE amount of cordial...

So I was told that Cottee’s have created the perfect mix jug with line indicators for the cordial, making you an expert mixologist every time. And you know what? It's true. There are three indicators on the bottom of the jug for cordial strength preference so no more arguing. We just go by the indicators!

The jugs are free with any purchase of two Cottee’s 1 litre cordial jugs at Coles supermarkets (while stocks last), so be sure to grab one next time you are doing your shopping.

Now, back to talk about Cottees Ad's , I just have to say it, it just can't be a Cottee's ad without the "My dad picks the fruit that goes to Cottees' jingle in it!







Now that wasn't the ad from my childhood. The 90's version is what I remember seeing as I am of the '85 vintage. But that jingle would have to be one of our nations most recognisable, don't you think?
 

Do you like or loathe the Cottees Cordial ad of 2011? 

Oh and Cottees Cordial are also running a Chipmunk promotion on facebook so pop over to the Facebook page for your chance to win.

I'm grateful for...

AIR-CONDITIONERS! In particularly mine!

I know I was shouting but this week has been so bloody hot that we have had to resort to the use of them A LOT!

I will be hunting through the shed tomorrow to find anything that resembles a wadding pool and setting it up for the kids. It is weather like this that makes me wish we had a money tree so we could put a pool in. I have a feeling we would live in it if we did!

Has it been hot in your part of the world this week? What are you doing to keep cool?


What are you grateful for this week?

I am linking up with Maxabella Loves for her I'm Grateful For linky. Pop on over and join in on the fun!