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The Last Supper Movie Review & Giveaway

Thanks to Pinnacle Peak Pictures for providing a product sample for this review. My opinions are 100% my own.

Few things are better than fun, festive Spring films. Including the new cinematic journey of love and sacrifice, which can be seen through the eyes of those who walked alongside Jesus, in “The Last Supper.” Sharing the final meal shared between Christ and his Disciples before the passions of Christ, as part of the Easter celebration. A film opening in theatres on March 14, 2025-a movie everyone you hold dear will want to see!

“The Last Supper” is a visually stunning portrayal that allows viewers to receive a peer-to-peer view of Jesus Christ and his disciples, Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, Judas Iscariot, Simon the Zealot, James, son of Alphaeus, and Thaddeus, drawing in viewers to the foreshadowing of Passion, within this most historic of events.

For those celebrating the Easter season, this faith-centered film will not only make perspectives of the season known but enable families, and friends, to discuss important, faith-based questions about “The Last Supper.” In regards to Christ’s disciples’ faith, and how His love continues to impact Christians today.

Buy tickets today to fully immerse yourself in the experience of the greatest of stories on the big screen.

Plus, thanks to Momentum Influencers, one Theladyprefers2save.com reader can enter to win a $10.00 Amazon.com gift card. To enter, please leave a comment letting our community know if you will see “The Last Supper” in theatres starting March 14, 2025. Please note, that this giveaway ends on March 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. All duplicate entries, including multiple entries from singular email addresses, including emailed entries, across all participating platforms will be disqualified. This giveaway is open to US entrants, only. All gift cards will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers to giveaway winners. Good luck!

Friends, why do you have a connection to the film, “The Last Supper,” in theaters starting March 14, 2025? Please leave your thoughts in the comments below.

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How to Grow Your Own Herb Garden Indoors

There’s something oddly satisfying about snipping fresh basil for late-night pasta or tearing mint straight from the stem for a cup of tea. An indoor herb garden is a tiny rebellion against overpriced grocery store bundles that turn to mush in two days. It’s a small way to bring life into your home, to claim a little green space even if the only land you own is a kitchen windowsill.

But let’s be real. You’ve tried this before. You got excited, bought a cute little potted basil plant, and within a week, it looked like it had given up on life. It happens. Indoor herb gardens are not as effortless as Pinterest makes them seem, but they are possible—if you know what you’re doing.

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Pick the Right Herbs for Indoors

Not every herb thrives in the great indoors. Some—like dill and cilantro—are wanderers at heart. They need space, fresh air, and a sense of freedom you just can’t give them inside. Others? They’re happy to settle down and make themselves at home.

If you want an easy start, go for:

  • Basil – A little diva that loves warmth and sun but rewards you with consistent growth.
  • Mint – It grows aggressively, which is a nice way of saying it’ll take over if you let it.
  • Rosemary – Woody, fragrant and a survivor. Give it lightly, and it’ll give you flavor.
  • Chives – Low-maintenance, high-reward. They keep coming back, no matter what.
  • Thyme – Hardy and forgiving.

The Secret to Healthy Indoor Herbs: Light, Water, and Soil

Herbs are simple creatures. Give them enough light, water them just right, and plant them in soil that actually lets them breathe.

Let’s talk light. South-facing windows are gold. If your place is more “cave-like” than “greenhouse,” then get yourself a grow light. It’s the difference between thriving herbs and sad, leggy ones that stretch toward the nearest lamp like they’re trying to escape.

And watering? Don’t kill your plants with kindness. Overwatering is a slow, soggy death. Let the top inch of soil dry out before adding more. No one wants root rot.

Soil matters, too. That dense, sticky dirt from your backyard? A death trap. Use a light, well-draining mix with perlite. Give those roots some breathing room.

Container Matters

No drainage holes? No deal. If water sits at the bottom of the pot, your plant’s roots will rot, and your herb garden will be over before it even starts. At the very least, layer some pebbles at the bottom to keep things from turning into a swamp.

Pest Control: Because Bugs Love Herbs Too

Just when you think you’ve got everything under control, pests show up. Tiny, determined, unwelcome. Aphids, spider mites, fungus gnats. They love your herbs as much as you do.

A simple fix? Neem oil. Or a gentle soap-and-water spray. But if things spiral out of control and your kitchen starts feeling like an insect sanctuary, you might need backup. Companies like Terminix specialize in keeping pests where they belong—far away from your future pesto.

Final Thoughts: Your Future Self Will Thank You

Indoor gardening isn’t about perfection. Some plants will thrive. Some won’t. You’ll learn what works and what doesn’t, and eventually, you’ll wonder how you ever cooked without fresh herbs within arm’s reach.

So go on. Grab a pot, some soil, and a handful of seeds. Your future self (and your dinners) will thank you. Friends, how are you planning, starting, and selecting plants for your indoor gardens at home? Please leave your thoughts below.

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“I Am Living Proof” Film Review & Giveaway

Many thanks to I Am Living Proof the Movie for providing a sample of the product for this review. My opinions are 100% my own.

During the last days of winter’s cold days, there’s little I enjoy more than documentary films. Including, “I Am Living Proof,” the captivating new film asking viewers, “Is God real? If so, where is He?” From the perspective of three deep-seated skeptics living with critical illnesses, while attending a modern-day tent healing event, and despite stepping out of lives steeped in immeasurable challenges, emerge back into their individual lives stronger in form and faith.

“I Am Living Proof” is an intimate look into the lives of three individuals facing an extraordinary life-altering event. Including Bri, a promising student, finds her academic paralysis derailed by a life-altering illness. Caught in a cycle of failed medical treatments and immeasurable pain, she is drawn to assisted suicide. Or Steve, whose social progress is derailed after a workplace accident leaves him physically dependent on opioid usage. Jobless and seriously in debt, Steve attempts to end it all with an overdose of his life. Finally, this film features Mary, a mother of five, who lives a debilitating path of pain and sorrow following a spinal injury. Unable to care for her five young children, she is seeking immeasurable change when a psychosomatic dream sparks personal change.

Unknown to the group, their paths will inevitably intersect with Mario Murillo, a traveling preacher whose mission is to share Christian doctrine and his personally derived healing power. When the group happens upon a chance encounter, at a local tent revival, that challenges their religious convictions, their stories change in the most unbelievable ways.

From battling life-threatening illnesses to the emergence of purposed faith-based courage and conviction, “I Am Living Proof” shares the crossroads of belief and personal strength of character. Each person featured in the documentary offers viewers a personal glimpse into their relationship with God and navigating their hardship. Featuring personal stories that serve as both powerful reminders of faith and an ideal of change in perspective.

“I Am Living Proof” documents the incredible true stories of individuals who have faced great health challenges, only to emerge stronger faithfulness and an internal sense of self. This incredible film in theatres March 9-12, 2025, is one to see with your friends and your family, too. Click here to see the film’s trailer or buy tickets, here.

Plus, thanks to Momentum Influencers, one Theladyprefers2save.com reader can enter to win a $10.00 Amazon.com gift card. To enter, please leave a comment letting our community know if you, yourself, have had a point of faith-based change? Please note, that this giveaway ends on March 8, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. All duplicate entries, including multiple entries from singular email addresses, including emailed entries, across all participating platforms will be disqualified. This giveaway is open to US entrants, only. All gift cards will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers to giveaway winners. Good luck!

Friends, why do you have a connection to the film, “I Am Living Proof,” in theaters starting March 9-12, 2025? Please leave your thoughts in the comments below.

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“No Address” Film Review & Giveaway

Thanks to Robert Craig Films for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

“No Address,” a new scripted full-feature film by Robert Craig Films and written and produced by Julia Verdin, founder of Rough Diamond Productions, portrays the hostile realities of the homeless in our nation. Sharing the impact of hope to those most in need in modern society. Starring Lucas Jade Zumann, Beverly D’Angelo, Isabella Ferreira, William Baldwin, Xander Berkeley, Ty Pennington, Kristanna Loken, Patricia Velasquez, and Ashanti, this powerful film challenges audiences to believe in second chances for our nation’s most vulnerable.

Featuring an action-packed acting ensemble, this film shares a gripping narrative of a group of homeless people, bonded as a family, struggling to survive the ever-changing life of the unhoused in America. With the everyday trials and tribulations of harassment, gang culture, an unbalanced community advocacy sector, harsh treatment by local authorities, and the ignorance of the general public. Presenting audiences with an accurate day-to-day dichotomy of maintaining hope with the realities of life on the streets.

Revolves around the lives of seven characters who form a family to survive the streets, No Address features: Jimmy, a teen runaway, fighting against his abusive parents, Lauren, a displaced foster child; Harris, a veteran, former addict, and excellent painter who sells noncommissioned art pieces to aid his family of choice; Violet, a veteran balancing wat-induced PTSD and the drug use she turns to as a coping mechanism; Dor, a former actress whose early-onset dementia has led her to a life on the streets, Robert, a financially strapped businessman; and Gabrielle, a community advocate for the unhoused.

Through Robert Craig Films, this film highlights our nation’s unhoused. Bringing light to the plight of these unnamed members of society, the unhoused in America, who between 2022 and 2023, numbers increased 12% nationwide, and those numbers will likely double in 5-6 years, without proper bureaucratic aid. As well as the plight endured by researchers, nonprofits, and the misplaced alignment of our national bureaucracy and support advocacy organizations. Organizations that are interested in serving as corporate sponsors provide financial resourcing and a network of allies nationally.

“No Address” provides viewers with a personalized view of homelessness in an engaging, thought-provoking manner. Motivating viewers to seek to create a personal movement leading to societal and personal change.

Through compelling storytelling that not only communicates the reality of the challenge at hand but also builds compassion for the people who are affected, No Address has the potential to catalyze a movement across all ages around solving homelessness and dealing with it at a structural level. Learn more about this film, here.

Buy tickets today to see “No Address” in theaters starting February 28, 2025. Plus, thanks to Momentum Influencers, one Theladyprefers2save.com reader can enter to win both a $10.00 Amazon.com gift card as well as a ticket to Robert Craig Film’s “No Address,” in theaters starting February 28, 2025.

To enter, please leave a comment letting our community know if you have a connection to the No Address film or the unhoused community in the United States. Please note,  that this giveaway ends on March 2, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. All duplicate entries across participating platforms will be disqualified. This giveaway is open to US entrants, only. All gift cards will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers to giveaway winners. Good luck!

Friends, why do you have a connection to the Robert Craig Film’s “No Address,” in theaters starting February 28, 2025? Please leave your thoughts below.

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Sustainability In Your Healthcare Business

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When operating in the healthcare sector, your business is heavily focused on supporting people. To unlock true success, though, it should also actively help the planet. 

Sustainability is a priority across all industries. Frankly, your healthcare business can make several improvements. Better still, they occur without compromising patient experiences. Here are five that you should focus on to enhance your company in 2025 and beyond.

Sustainable Staff Development

To run a greener healthcare business, starting with your employees is vital. Local EMS scholarships are an exciting opportunity for employees to develop their skills in a more sustainable setting. Creating greater sustainability within the team by reducing staff turnover rates is a positive factor. It indirectly reduces resource requirements as recruitment needs are removed. Likewise, you should notice benefits linked to onboarding.

Teaching staff members about your desire for sustainability should help too.

Waste Reductions

As a healthcare business, you will naturally use a large volume of resources. It is impossible to avoid the situation altogether as there are many single-use items involved in patient care. Still, the healthcare industry should actively reduce plastic waste use where possible. It’s great for the environment while also improving the way people view the company. Other simple steps include using water and electricity more efficiently. 

There’s nothing wrong with using resources in healthcare, especially if waste is minimal.

Marketing Sustainability

Healthcare businesses often struggle with the concept of viewing patients as customers. However, that is what they are. As such, marketing your services to your audience is an essential part of the process. Going paperless with social media influencing, email marketing, and SEO is highly advised. Meanwhile, tools like SMS reminders can be sent instead of patient letters. This cuts down on material usage and carbon emissions caused by mail. 

By connecting with patients more efficiently, you’ll also be positioned to improve more lives. 

Telehealth 

Technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace across the healthcare sector. Telehealth is unquestionably one of the most interesting developments. Remote connections between health providers and patients deliver many benefits. They include cost, comfort, and convenience. However, it can also support sustainability by reducing travel needs for providers and patients. Likewise, resources are utilized with optimal efficiency, which directly reduces overall carbon footprints. 

While it’s not the only incentive to embrace it, the environmental rewards are telling.

Greener Workspaces

Finally, building a greener workspace is an ideal way to improve the healthcare firm. Simple ideas like using LED lights and more efficient machinery will help. The size of the building means that roof solar panels can make a huge difference too. The right choice of windows, building materials, and interior design features are also key. So, you should always focus on green building designs and practices when updating spaces. If nothing else, it sets the tone.

Simple additions like plants may unlock even greater rewards.

The Final Word

Sustainability should be a priority for modern healthcare businesses. Not least because increased success means you’ll enjoy a more stable future. Start implementing the right changes today and the future will look brighter than ever.

Friends, in what ways has sustainability in healthcare affected your healthcare business practices? Please leave your thoughts in the comments below.

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The Unbreakable Boy Review & Giveaway

Many thanks to Kingdom Faith Marketing Services for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

When the weather is cold and gray, little heals the spirit more than a great, new film. Including the new film from Kingdom Story Company, the team behind Jesus Revolution and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Lionsgate, producers of Wonder, comes “The Unbreakable Boy.” In the story of Scott (Zachary Levi) and Teresa (Meghann Fahy), parents learn their beloved son, Austin, is both Autistic and lives with Brittle Bone Disease. Despite initial misapprehensions of their son’s newly diagnosed illness, develop a path forward through faith, gratitude, and joy. The childhood journey towards becoming unbreakable.

Film highlights include an opening voiceover from teenage Austin (Laval), who shares his favorite things-Hidden Valley Ranch, Star Wars, and his movie collection, including an affinity for “Fight Club.” Later, sharing the meet-cute of his parents meeting in a department store, his birthing scene, and a lead-in to his health struggles.

Later, Austin shares that he lives with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), a condition that makes his bones incredibly fragile. Where a simple fall from the couch could result in broken limbs as well as his personal Autism diagnosis. Yet, through a steely resolve, vows to never let his health and psychological conditions slow down his soon-to-be brilliance. Portraying Austin as the smart, clever, and larger-than-life young man he’s destined to become. Guiding viewers to view his academic pursuits, health conditions, and small, personal victories in great ways. Based on Scott LeRette’s memoir, of the same name, this screenplay is one to see this season.

The movie is a heartwarming coming-of-age tale of a family learning to navigate the challenges life throws their way with all the faith-based feels Kingdom Story Company is known for. “The Unbreakable Boy” is the family film to see with your most loved this season. Leaving viewers to hope for a stronger, more impactful experience for themselves, and others, this season and beyond.

Click here to buy tickets to see “The Unbreakable Boy” in theaters starting February 21, 2025. Plus, thanks to Momentum Influencers, one Theladyprefers2save.com reader can enter to win both a $10.00 Amazon.com gift card as well as a ticket to Kingdom Story Company’s “The Unbreakable Boy,” in theaters starting February 21, 2025.

To enter, please leave a comment letting our community know if you have a connection to the Autism or the Brittle Bone Disease community in the United States. Please note,  that this giveaway ends on February 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. All duplicate entries across participating platforms will be disqualified. This giveaway is open to US entrants, only. The film ticket and gift card will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers to giveaway winners. Good luck!

Friends, why do you have a connection to the Autism community or Brittle Bone Community? Please leave your thoughts below.

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CSB Jesus Daily Bible Review & Giveaway

Disclosure: Many thanks to Lifeway Christian Resources for providing a sample of the product for this review. My opinions are 100% my own.

Growing up, my grandmother, Carolyn, started each new year with a new Bible. And this year, I’m taking this reference point to heart with the CSB Jesus Daily Bible. It is the perfect edition for the daily reading of scripture. From rich gold embossing, this affordably priced CSB Jesus Daily Bible will be your next favorite at-hand Bible.

With this Bible’s lengthy scripture learning points and small, but readable text, this format is a worthy addition to your daily scriptural library. Featuring 52 weekly divided sections, allowing readers to start at any point within the year, with lengthy readings, arranged to allow readers five thorough weekly readers. Allowing users a head start, guiding weekly, or yearly Bible reading sessions into customed reading to individual tastes and considerations. From Genesis to Revelation, teachings flow easily from one book to another. Giving readers a greater understanding of scripture with each read.

As with most Bibles, this edition’s text begins with an introduction, along with a detailed section outlining the format of the overall text. Allowing with a Daily Reading Plan checklist and a handy ribbon bookmark for easy at-hand referencing.

Within each book of the Bible included an overview of that book five weekly plans for the week, and a finishing thoughts section, titled, “Where will I find Christ in this week’s reading.” An overview of the book stating who wrote the book, what the focus was when it was written, where it was written, and why the written text is found within scripture. An informative section that brings clarity to Bible referencing. With an inclusive concordance, sharing in-color map and topography sections.

Key features of this Bible include:

  • Read this Bible in a yearly-centering daily reading on the teachings of Jesus Christ.
  • This new CSB Jesus Daily Bible includes a 52-week, Christ-focused reading plan you can join throughout the year.
  • From Genesis to Revelations, study Scripture through a weekly introduction, useful articles, infographics, and a weekly summary to help you understand Jesus’s central role in the New Testament.
  • View God’s Word in an easy-to-follow format.
  • The CSB Jesus Daily Bible will help your role in God’s world in an easy-to-follow daily format at home or on the go.

Order your copy of the CSB Jesus Daily Bible today! Learn more at CSBJesusDailyBible.com.

Then, be sure to enter to win a print copy of the CSB Jesus Daily Bible, courtesy of Momentum Influencers. One Theladyprefers2save.com reader their copy of the CSB Jesus Daily Bible. To enter, please leave a comment on this page letting me know why you’d most like to delve into the CSB Jesus Daily Bible. Please note, that this giveaway ends on January 20, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. All duplicate entries across participating platforms will be disqualified. This giveaway is open to US entrants, only. CSB Jesus Daily Bible copies will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers to giveaway winners. Good luck!

Friends, why do you most want to read the CSB Jesus Daily Bible this season at home? Please leave your thoughts below.

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