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One of the things that I’ve found most curious (and most concerning) is the question I get about reading things “wrong.” As in, not right. I’m always puzzled. “You mean you aren’t reading it with the inflection that’s intended?” Blank look. “That you aren’t reading it in the way in which your child will like it?” Warmer. Ah.

The beauty and joy of a book–opposed to, say, a television show or a movie that’s acted out in front of you–is that while an author certainly has intent with a story, it’s really open for wide interpretation once it gets in your hands. I’ve heard Goodnight Moon read lyrically, jokingly, and even boisterously. They all work.

Kids, however, will have their preferences. Sometimes they see characters a certain way or take away something different from the story than we do. And often that’s a byproduct of how the story is read to them. If I’m reading Goodnight Moon, it’s definitely soft and lullaby like. If my husband reads it, he’s interjecting with things like “Goodnight left sock that stinks!” I wouldn’t say he’s silly and I’m soft because I can do a pretty mean performance of Robo Sauce, too. But we definitely have different reading styles. Especially at bedtime. When I might argue the goal is to wind down, not up. Ahem.

But there are certain books that a child will pluck from my hands and say with disdain, “No, I want Daddy to read that.” (Any Mo Willems title.) It pretty much amounts to the equivalent of “It’s Daddy’s turn to pitch” (i.e. I can’t actually hit the balls you are erratically throwing over the house, Mom). There’s no right and wrong way to read a book. But there’s a way your kid may like more.

I hope one day to win back Mo Willems. Maybe if my pitching improves. Below, please find The Books That Only My Husband is Allowed to Read Because I “Read Them Wrong.” I’m pretty sure the reaction to Take Me Out to the Ballgame has to do with my singing. And I know if I could get that darned cover off faster with Robo-Sauce my odds would really improve with that one.

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Giggle Giggle Quack

by Doreen Cronin

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Farmer Brown is going on vacation. He asks his brother, Bob, to take care of the animals. “But keep an eye on Duck. He’s trouble.”
Bob follows the instructions in Farmer Brown’s notes exactly. He orders pizza with anchovies for the hens, bathes the pigs with bubble bath, and lets the cows choose a movie.
Is that giggling he hears? Giggle, giggle, quack, giggle, moo, giggle, oink…The duck, the cows, the hens, and the pigs are back in top form in this hilarious follow-up to the beloved Caldecott Honor Book Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type.

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Robo-Sauce

by Adam Rubin

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FACT: Robots are awesome. They have lasers for eyes, rockets for feet, and supercomputers for brains! Plus, robots never have to eat steamed beans or take baths, or go to bed. If only there were some sort of magical “Robo-Sauce” that turned squishy little humans into giant awesome robots… Well, now there is.

Giggle at the irreverent humor, gasp at the ingenious fold-out surprise ending, and gather the whole family to enjoy a unique story about the power of imagination. It’s picture book technology the likes of which humanity has never seen!

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Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus

by Mo Willems

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When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place —- a pigeon! But you’ve never met one like this before. As he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate. In his hilarious picture book debut, popular cartoonist Mo Willems perfectly captures a preschooler’s temper tantrum.

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Take Me Out to the Ballgame

by Jack Norworth

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Grab your ticket to Game 5 of the 1947 World Series! Come back in time to historic Ebbets Field for all the thrill and excitement of a day at the ballpark. Join the crowd in the stands as they root, root, root for the home team Dodgers who battle their archrivals, the New York Yankees! See Jackie Robinson, Spec Shea, Cookie Lavagetto, and announcer Red Barber — plus the famous Dodger fans. For baseball lovers of all ages, here’s a book that’s sure to be a home run!

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Intimate friendships between single women are often the primary relationships in their lives, and in fact there is a historic precedent for these bonds being as strong as a romantic partnership. But what happens when the single ladies start pairing off? I interviewed novelist Elliot Holt about how her friendships have changed over the years in All The Single Ladies.

Elliott Holt is a novelist who lives in Washington, D.C.; she has two sisters, went to an all-girls school, and describes herself as one of those women whose most intimate relationships have been with other women. When she was in her twenties, she recalled to me, she and her friends often saw each other several times a week; they hung out and talked deep into the night. By the time they were in their thirties, some of her closest compatriots had begun to peel off into couples, saving to buy apartments and have children; they stopped going out as much. Now that she’s forty, and nearly all of her closest girlfriends have partners and children, she said, she is lucky to catch up with them every three or four months. “I feel completely out of sync with my peers,” Elliott said, “And I love them so much!”

As the only single woman in her social circle, Elliott said, “I always joke that I feel like a foreign exchange student: I do speak the language: I have nieces; I’ve been in people’s weddings! But I’m kind of shut out.” Her married friends used to invite her to social events but, eventually, she said, the invitations dwindled. She assumes that this is because her friends realized that all they talked about were kids and husbands and houses, and that they didn’t want to subject her to it. But what they don’t understand, she thinks, “is that I’m trying to figure out where the community is where I do belong. It’s tricky to confess you’re not sure where you fit without sounding like you’re whining about not having a partner.”

Elliott recently spoke to an ex-boyfriend who told her that she needed to make friends who were in their twenties or their seventies. And she’s tried. On a work visit to New York she met a group of young women who invited her out with them. She had a nice time, until, she recalled, “at eleven-thirty, they said they were going to head somewhere else and I had the sense that the night was just starting, and was going to end at two in the morning.” Elliott felt the decade and a half that separated them keenly. “I was born when Nixon was president,” she said. “And they’d go out and take smoke breaks and I thought, ‘Oh my god, you guys smoke! My friends all quit at twenty-nine!’ I had a drink and a half, but I was tired and out of sorts.” Elliott went home.

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What is it? 

Rockin’ Wellness is a meal replacement shake made with non-GMO ingredients for increased energy, a pre or post workout drink, and weight loss benefits. The shake is available in both vanilla mocha swirl, and chocolate cacao.

It’s a certified vegan and gluten free shake, and the company mentions it can improve your focus and mood. There’s a natural amount of caffeine added due to the coffee bean as well. They also advise up to four scoops a day to make a shake. Is this truly a nutritious weight loss meal replacement? What have other customers experienced? You’ll see in this Rockin’ Wellness review just what this shake has to offer.

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Rockin’ Wellness Ingredients and Side Effects 

Here are the full ingredients to their chocolate cacao shake:

Raw Organic Non-GMO Cacao Bean
Organic Non-GMO Goji Berry
Organic Non-GMO Hulled Hemp Seed
Organic Non-GMO Brown Rice Protein
Non-GMO Lecithin

Organic Non-GMO Maca Root
Chia Seed
Organic Non-GMO Evaporated CANE Juice
Organic Non-GMO Banana fruit
Green Tea Extract

Organic Non-GMO Yerba Mate Leaf
Guar Gum
Organic Non-GMO Flaxseed
Lactobacillus, Acidophilus
Stevia Extract

Raw Organic Non-GMO Cacao Bean: The dried and fermented bean of which chocolate is made from.

It has the added stimulants theobromine and caffeine. Theobromine is a diuretic that stimulates the heart. Excess amounts can be dangerous, causing what’s known as theobromine poisoning.

Side effects from this ingredient include:

Nervousness and anxiety.
Rapid heart rate, cardiovascular damage, and jitters.
Migraine headaches.
Frequent urination.
Constipation, stomach issues, and gastrointestinal discomfort.

The natural caffeine may also produce similar symptoms.  It’s unknown how much of these stimulants are found within Rockin’ Wellness. The company claims it’s in safe amounts, but it’s always important to find out exactly how much is included. 

Organic Non-GMO Goji Berry: Bright red berry found in parts of China. It’s said to be a potent superfruit, though it’s unknown if there’s any unique benefit to this ingredient versus other berries.

It’s an expensive ingredient, and it raises the price of this shake without any proof of it offering unique benefits. 

Organic Non-GMO Hulled Hemp Seed: Easy to digest protein extract made from the same plant which marijuana is made from.

Examine.com adds that it’s:

“not yet linked to unique properties” 

This is comparison to other protein formulas. The flaws with this protein are that it’s low in the amino acid Leucine and Lysine. So supplementing with other protein sources would be needed. 

Organic Non-GMO Brown Rice Protein: Rapidly digested protein source which is low in the amino acid Lysine.

Since both protein sources in this shake are low in Lysine, it’s important to eat additional foods to make up for this deficiency. Not getting enough Lysine can potently cause problems to overall health.

This amino acid is important for providing energy, aiding metabolism, and several other necessary processes. A deficiency might cause severe problems to overall health. 

Organic Non-GMO Maca Root        Green Tea Extract:  Plant native to parts of Peru. It’s used due to its fatty acids and amino acids.

Research on this ingredient is limited, and Examine.com adds:

“Further research is needed to determine the main mechanism of maca” 

“new evidence… can be manipulated” 

They mention that because of the potential bias from sellers of maca, many of the supposed benefits have not been proven.

This ingredient may also increase hunger, and customers have expressed concern over this ingredients addition within the shake because of the increased hunger. 

Organic Non-GMO Yerba Mate Leaf: This plant is brewed as a tea, and it’s native to parts of South America.

It has stimulants inside like theobromine and caffeine. It’s used to increase energy and improve metabolism.  Though Web MD has expressed concerns over the use of it:

“POSSIBLY UNSAFE. It increase the risk of mouth, esophageal, laryngeal, kidney, bladder, and lung cancer”

 “in very large amounts, yerba mate is LIKELY UNSAFE, due to its caffeine content”

 Other possible issues include side effects such as:

Upset stomach, gas, and bloating.
High blood pressure, increased heart rate, and cardiovascular damage.
Irregular heartbeat.
Anxiety, mood swings, and restlessness.
Insomnia and feelings of paranoia. 

It’s never mentioned how much of this is included within the shake. It’s important to also find out how much caffeine is added in order to prevent possible side effects. 

Guar Gum: Thickener taken from the guar plant. It’s also used as a laxative and stabilizer.

Web MD mentions that taking this ingredient with water is important:

“because it reduces the chance of choking or developing a blockage in the intestine” 

Other possible side effects may include:

Loose and frequent stools.
Diarrhea and gastrointestinal pain.
Gas, bloating, and flatulence. 

It’s a cheap ingredient that is often found in processed foods.

EDITOR’S TIP: Combine this supplement with a proven meal replacement such as 18Shake for better results.

The Price and Quality of Rockin’ Wellness 

One 30 serving bag costs $59.97. Though the company mentions you can take up to 4 servings a day. So this breaks down to a price of $14.99 per day.

It’s an incredibly expensive shake, and the nutrient profile is lacking.

The two protein sources don’t provide the important amino acid Lysine, so extra supplementation with other proteins is need.

There’s also only 2 grams of fiber, and the nutrients are also low.

You get 0% vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamin D, vitamin E, and no traces of other important minerals.

Also, the kinds of ingredients used may cause issues since the guar gum may harm the stomach, and the added caffeine may also cause unwanted stimulant effects.

This is one of the most expensive shakes, and it’s not supported by a well-rounded nutritional profile. You have to make sure you supplement with other nutrients and protein sources to make up for the lacking amounts. 

Business of Rockin’ Wellness 

The company name is also Rockin’ Wellness; you can reach them via their contact information:

Phone Number: (855) 876-2593 

Address: 150 Oser Ave #11354

Hauppauge, New York 11788 

Email: support@rockinwellness.com

They only offer returns on unopened products within 30 days. They also have to pre-approve each return before it can be sent.

There’s currently an F rating on their Better Business Bureau page which helps track customer satisfaction.

Also, a total of 24 complaints have been filed against them on Pissed Consumer.com, which lists negative customer reviews.

Here’s what people have had to say:

“I never signed up for auto ship” 

“They do not answer their emails” 

“take your money but can’t answer calls to cancel”

 “I ordered a product and without my knowledge was put on auto delivery” 

A total of 57 complaints are listed on their Better Business Bureau page for the same reasons. Many were automatically charged each month for bags of these shakes without their consent. People were frustrated to deal with the company, since they don’t answer emails or calls.

The common complaint heard is of the company failing to allow for returns, and that they charge high prices automatically each month.

EDITOR’S TIP: For the best results with meal replacement shakes diet our experts recommend to use it at least 5 months. Save your money buying a few bags of meal replacement product.

Customer Opinions of Rockin’ Wellness 

A few reviews are available online, here’s what customers have had to say:

“very expensive and not worth the price” 

 “increased my appetite like crazy” 

“does not live up to its claims of feeling great” 

“It tastes awful!!! I was expecting more” 

Common complaints include the shake being thin and not very filling. In fact, there were quite a few customers who actually had increased appetite.

People were disappointed with the lack of weight loss results. Those that used an entire bag full of product will often say they regret the purchase.

Customers were also disappointed to find out that dealing with the company can be difficult, and they rarely answer any messages for a return.

Conclusion – Does Rockin’ Wellness Work?

Before making up your mind on Rockin’ Wellness, make sure to keep in mind that it’s been rated unfavorably by customers. Though this shake does have non-GMO ingredients and a vegan friendly ingredient list, it’s incredibly expensive and not well rounded enough to provide a true meal replacement.

This shake has stimulant ingredients, and it’s unknown exactly how much exactly is inside. People have often complained about auto billing practices, which automatically charges one’s credit card without notice. People have also had issues due to a lack of weight loss benefits, which is likely due to the low protein, minimal fiber, and the lack of amino acid rich protein.

Proper meal replacements should provide not just great customer service, but an all-natural, amino acid rich, appetite suppressing formula. The very best of these shakes is 2016’s top rated meal replacement 18Shake.

Not only have customers been consistently impressed with its weight loss benefits, but people say it’s easy to make and great tasting.

In this shake is a quality blend of whey proteins which have all the essential amino acids. You can now enjoy a great tasting, customer approved meal replacement that can help you lose weight.

18Shake is even backed by a great 30 day money back guarantee, so there’s no risk in trying this product and losing out on any money.

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Adding a dollop of cream cheese to your pesto is the perfect way to stretch its substance. It also produces a wonderfully creamy spread. Savory roasted chopped veggies sit atop this smooth pesto crostini, and bold, syrupy reduced balsamic rounds out the flavors and makes for an elegant presentation. From Orange, Lavender & Figs.

MAKES 24 CROSTINI

½ pound zucchini,cut into ¼-inch dice
½ pound yellow squash, cut into ¼-inch dice
1 small red onion, slivered
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Kosher salt and coarse black pepper
1 baguette (18 inches long), cut crosswise into 24 equal slices
½ cup balsamic vinegar
Sunflower Seed–Cream Cheese Pesto (recipe follows)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

On a baking sheet, toss the zucchini, squash, and red onion with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the oregano, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast, tossing once halfway through, until tender, 13 to 15 minutes.

Spread the baguette slices on a separate baking sheet, drizzle them with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake until lightly golden and crunchy, 6 to 8 minutes.

In a small saucepan, heat the balsamic vinegar over medium-high heat. Once it boils, reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally to keep from burning, until the liquid has become thick and syrupy, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately remove the pan from the heat.

To assemble the crostini, spread each toasted baguette slice with the pesto and arrange them on a platter. Evenly sprinkle the roasted vegetables over the crostini and then top with the crumbled feta. Drizzle the entire platter with the balsamic reduction.

FLIPPIDY-DOO
For an epic pizza night without the delivery fee, swap in buttery naan bread or pita for the crostini. Paint the flatbread with olive oil and hit it with your best shot of Italian herbs. Throw it on the grill or griddle until lightly charred and crisp and proceed with your pesto, veggies, and feta. Cut into wedges and finish with the balsamic drizzle and a round of craft beers.

Sunflower Seed-Cream Cheese Pesto

Cream cheese and pesto in the same sentence? Don’t worry, you’re not dreaming. The name may sound fancy, but just a few buzzes of the food processor and you’re on your way to whipping up this savory spreadable sauce filled with fluffy cream cheese and tart lemon.

MAKES ABOUT 1½ CUPS
¼ cup unsalted raw sunflower seeds
2 small cloves garlic
Kosher salt and coarse black pepper
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1½ cups packed fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon honey
Juice of 1 lemon
½ cup olive oil
½ cup whipped cream cheese

In a dry small skillet, toast the sunflower seeds over medium-low heat, tossing frequently, until lightly golden and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Immediately remove the seeds from the pan and transfer to a bowl to stop the cooking process.

In a food processor, pulse the sunflower seeds, garlic, and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper until the seeds are broken down. Add the parmesan, basil, honey, and lemon juice and pulse until thoroughly combined. With the motor running, stream in the olive oil a little bit at a time until the pesto is velvety.

Add the cream cheese to the food processor and pulse until the pesto is very creamy and smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

FANFARE TIPS
This spreadable sauce ain’t just for spreadin’. Toss it with al dente elbow noodles and sharp cheddar, pour into a soup crock, top with parmesan, and bake until golden for the mack daddy of mac and cheese.

Sunflower seeds are the perfect substitute for pricey pine nuts—which typically go in pesto. They also work as a fantastic variation for those with nut allergies. Can’t find sunflower seeds? Roasted unsalted pumpkin seeds work like a charm.

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