Bengay has been providing topical pain relief for over 100 years. Their products can be used for a variety of muscle aches, arthritis, and joint pain. The newest product is the Cold Therapy (it hasn't even hit the store shelves yet!) and, let me tell you, it's great!

I have back problems due to scoliosis and some (ancient) dance injuries. I've seen the chiropractor plenty of times—sometimes it's helpful, sometimes it's not. However, what I've found is that every chiropractic doctor I've seen, state by state, recommends a “freezing” gel (name I will not disclose). I love the gel, but you can't just pick some up at the drug store, it is only sold at professional places such as clinics or spas. Then I feel as if I need to be a patron of their services as well, which is more time, and more money. I just want the magic gel!

I've found my answer. New Bengay Cold Therapy is exactly the product I've been looking for WITHOUT the hassle of going through clinics or spas or being preached about “regular therapy sessions.” (I know, I know, it's helpful, but who can really afford it?) I can pick up a tube while I'm running my errands at Walgreens, Target, or Wal-Mart. Heck, I could even pick it up while grocery shopping!

And, does it work?

It's FABULOUS! It is so soothing. Here's what Johnson & Johnson had to say (because I couldn't say it any better myself!) :

Made with PRO-COOL™ technology, BENGAY® Cold Therapy contains a scientifically created formula that combines the pain relieving power of menthol with the cooling benefits of alcohol to alleviate the minor aches and pains associated with muscle strain, arthritis, backache, bruises and sprains. How does it work? BENGAY® Cold Therapy delivers a blast of cold as the alcohol in the unique formula evaporates, providing a cooling sensation and allowing you to give pain the cold shoulder!

Last...but not least...the very best thing...

It's only half the price of those fancy clinic/spa gels!

What could be better?

So, if you are a faithful user of Bengay, if you are a consumer of any fancy schmancy freezing gels from your physical or massage therapist or chiropractor, this product is your new replacement. Take my word for it, you will love it.

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Sandy Alemian is an inspirational speaker, author, teacher, and healer. She recently graced me with her book “What was God Thinking?!” The making of this book was very neat. It is actually, in print version, her personal dialogues with God. The book reads as a letter, or conversation, between two persons—certainly not the traditional form or book narrative. Alemian felt Divinely compelled to share the messages she received with the rest of the world.

First, I must state that this book is not religious (in the colloquial sense of the word), preachy, nor does it adhere to any particular denomination. Indeed, this book is generally spiritually; some might call it New Age. Thus, if you identify yourself as a spiritual, but not religious person, this book will speak to you. If you are a legalistic, fundamentalist Christian, this book will probably feel like blasphemy to you.

Though, I also must say, that at times I had to calm myself in order to take the dialogue seriously. When Alemian responds to God with “LOL” or when God tells Alemian to “Go make your chai” I had the initial response to roll my eyes, simply because this is not what I'm used to in Divine narratives. HOWEVER, there were several beautiful, universal messages that really resonated with me. Let's explore those messages.

1. God = Love

2. Start every day with connection to God

3. God's love and peace is enough to fulfill us, but most often we don't seek it out and allow it to fill us

4. God is always present and always available to us if we seek Him (and it's free!)

5. Here is a direct quote from the book (I couldn't possibly say it better myself):

   1. “(E)ternal, ageless beauty. . .involves releasing the expectation that you need to look a certain way to be loved and to love. You know people who are beautiful on the outside, but hold something so different on the inside that no outer beauty could make up for it. . .It all goes back to where one is willing to put their energy and attention. Inner beauty, inner peacefulness, inner calm helps the outer more than you realize.” (p. 68). Amen!

6. Love heals all

Pretty beautiful, right? Thanks, Sandy, for allowing me to experience this with you and share it with the rest of your readers.

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A product was received for review. I was not paid in any form of cash for this posting. The opinions expressed are my own and were NOT influenced in any way.