Find soft lights romantic? Or relaxing? I just got a new product that's a whole lot of fun. This Ohuhu LED Wave machine turns your ceiling in to a sea of waves in red, blue and green. You can choose between 7 settings, my favorite being the solid blue waves and my least being the rave party setting. (Really, that one was terrible, but there is also a solid green wave that is going to be really cool for Halloween) We have used it at night and started turning off the tv. I think my favorite thing was setting it up in the bathroom during a nice hot bath. https://instagram.com/p/5dgmg9A96R
My daughter and I used it to make silly shadow puppets. She has now stolen it to use in her room for a nightlight. Which means her closet light doesn't have to stay on all night. AND this machine shuts itself off! I think after about an hour or so. It also comes with a built in speaker and audio jack, so you can plug your mp3 player or phone in to listen to music! It has a USB power, and comes with a plug in attachment.
I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion, and overall, I liked it and so does Ili. The only thing I was irked about is it came with no directions. Would have been handy to know about the capabilities of the machine up front, and not by trial and error.
Ok, I love this. It said "double insulated" and "keeps your water colder longer" and I was like well, we'll just see about this.
Enter the Hydracentials 16oz Stainless Steel Water Bottle. Compact design, that is also available in a 25oz, which would come in very handy. I love the coloring and the fact that it has a curved top that you can attach with a carabiner to your gym bag or what-have-you to keep away from your sweaty gym socks. It is made from stainless steel, so it's long lasting. No worries about BPA or toxins leaking into your water. And that double wall? Actually lives up to the hype. I was able to keep my water cold after it being out for an hour and a half. Perfect for gym time to get you through your workout. I would probably go ahead and order the 25oz though, because I go through water like whoa. Make sure you place in the refrigerator overnight- that double wall still works as an insulator. And you know how you rush to work while curling your eyelashes and your kid is screaming in the back of of the van for breakfast, so you fling a half cooked Eggo their way and knock your drink over which spills out on your floor while you almost die swerving when you pick it up? (No? Just me?) Well that won't happen! No spills. The square mouth piece (seriously the only thing I find odd about this product) folds in to block the air hole leaving no liquid able to sneak its way out on the floor.
I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion, and its used EVERY MORNING. ***Just in case you were wondering if my imagination gets ahead of me sometimes- this happened today. Coffee all over my mat because the thermos tipped over. Luckily there was no swerving/dying because we hit a red light where I could remedy the situation. I can't wait for Hydracentials to release a coffee thermos. Seriously.***
Ok. This is a seriously wonderful product, and telling you about it makes me well up with tears. For those who haven't tried a TENS unit before, it is a machine that delivers electric pulses to gel pads placed strategically on your skin. I first tried at the chiropractor after a particularly bad fall. I have fibromyalgia, chronic inflammatory disease and "chronic pain disease" (whatever that means- mostly likely that they have no idea what is actually wrong). My knees and ankles will both give out sporadically on stairs, making falls a relatively common occurrence. A year ago I dislocated 3 of my ribs and didn't realize something was seriously wrong for about a month. Since then, they sometimes pop out and my muscles ache from the strain.
I tell you all this to put into your mind how helpful this product is for me. You can use it on your upper or lower back, your neck, your stomach, arms, legs, joints, and even feet (I'm looking forward to that the next time my feet swell!) When I first got this product, I started with my lower back. It has settings for waist, shoulder, joint, hand/leg and sole. You can also choose massage, beat or knead. Intensity settings can be turned up and down with dials on either side. (Only down note- dials are sensitive. I would like to see this updated so you don't accidentally say, bump the side dial up while moving the unit to make room for your daughter in your bed.) Main unit ruins on 4 AAA batteries.
Simply place the electrode pads in the position you'd like. A simple manual with pictures makes placement easy. When you are done, place pads back on plastic sheet for storage. Do not touch sticky backing with your fingers to prolong life of pads.
After a 15 minute session, my back felt less tight and more relaxed. This really helps when the muscles around my sciatic nerve are tight and causing problems. I also use on my upper back around my ribs and on my neck. My fiancé used it this morning on his neck and was amazed. Told me he's doing it on his back when he gets back home. Living with a chronic condition is rough, but the TENS unit works to help alleviate some of that pain. It helps block pain signals from even reaching the brain. It also helps increase endorphins to deal with pain. Studies have been conducted with fibromyalgia patients and over the course of treatment, has been shown to up seratonin levels, which is great news.
Obviously, this product is not for everyone. You cannot use with a pacemaker or heart condition, or if you are pregnant. Read ALL instructions before use, including the one about not putting it on your eyelids. (Although I believe that is just like putting the caution instructions on not putting your hand under a lawnmower. Let's just let Darwin's law sort that one out, shall we?)
I see no reason why you wouldn't enjoy this product. Easy to operate, and fast results. Right now, this product is only $30. That's cheaper than one treatment at the chiropractor. One. I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion, and I would give it a thousand stars if I could. I can't even begin to tell you the difference it will make in my life.
I saw a promotion for these fun glitter tattoos, and thought it would be a fun summer activity for my daughter and I. I was right. My daughter is obsessed with tattoos, and glitter is right up her alley. She wanted to open the box within minutes of us receiving it via UPS (forget that my new TENS unit had just arrived) 😧.
We opened the package up and got to take a look at the 20 different stencils that they offered. I was surprised to know that the stencils actually stuck to your skin rather than being a plastic form that was just pressed up against. We peeled them off and placed them on our body where we wanted the tattoos to go. Then we opened up the glue stick tube and read the directions on applying a light coat to the opening of the stencils on your skin. After a slight one minute drying time we removed the stencils and placed them back on their backing. This was a little tricky because the glue residue sticks to your fingers. Maybe I could have been a little more careful about glue distribution on the stencils. 😨 Ili picked out her glitter colors and I proceeded to start applying to her skin where I thought the clear glue was (hard to see after you take off the stencils) while thinking, well this can't work well like this. [Insert foot into mouth] They started appearing like a hidden lemon juice message! (Tell me I'm not the only one who remembers that) At this point, I actually got excited about it because it was turning out so neat. Tattoos will last between 3-7 days- even in water!
I think this is a fun and mostly easy to use product that would be a great addition to birthday parties or group events, as well as just for a weekend movie and popcorn kind of night. I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion, and I give it 4/5.
I wanted to try out these bike lights because my mom had recently taken to riding for exercise around her neighborhood. I thought she would really enjoy these. The bike lights come in a set of six. Two blue, two green, and two multi color.
I'd like to say they lived up to expectations, but alas, they did not. The instructions left a lot to be desired. It took me a lot longer than I care to mention to figure out why they weren't working. They are made from plastic, and you had to open it up along a hidden seam to take out a piece if paper preventing the battery from being in use during transit. Only one of the green worked, and it did so poorly. Both blues were mediocre. The multi colors worked the best, and were actually fun. However, none showed the kind of super bright lights shown in the Amazon listing. They do shut off when not in motion to save battery life.
While these lights did entertain my five year old, they certainly didn't peak the interest of any adults.
I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion and I cannot recommend purchasing it.
We received this fun, paw shaped cat litter mat. I was super excited to put this to use immediately. It has a super soft, spongy texture that is safe for kitty's paws. Meanwhile, the tiny crisscrossed loops help keep litter from being scattered on my floor by brushing it off Bella's paws before she steps into my floor. This is wonderful! I had previously been using a different flat cloth mat that "said" it kept litter in its place. I call bull patootie. Constant sweeping was the only way to avoid litter being stuck to your feet and then strewn all over the floor. This Two Meows mat has actually lived up to its promise, aside from the errant piece of runaway litter. But really, a majority is kept safe inside loops of the mat waiting for you to give it a simple shake above the garbage. For more in depth cleaning, they recommend spraying off with a hose, but avoiding the washer as it could damage the product. The non-slip backing could use a little improvement, but doesn't stray far from where you put it.
Two Meows also makes other cat products including a litter box. They come in grey or a very uplifting neon green. I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion and I highly recommend purchasing for your feline friend. Well, who am I kidding? It's not really for the cat, it's to save my back and my mind!
Check them out on Facebook or via their website.
As soon as I saw these Vivree tongs, I knew I had to have them. We were using a pair of metal tongs that scratched my pots and pans. I knew I wanted a pair of silicone tongs that had nice grip and wouldn't abuse my Rachael Ray cookwear. Along came these, and boy are they nice. Soft enough to avoid damage while sturdy enough to pick up heavier items safely. Since the ends are silicone, they don't conduct heat up the handle like my metal ones did.
Silicone also lines the handles for a comfort grip!
They come in a set of two, one shorter and one longer, so any of your grabbing needs are satisfied. A handy locking mechanism at the end is simple to use (just pull out/push in) to keep tongs closed when not in use. The locking mechanism also has a hole in it for those of you that prefer to hang your utensils, instead of keeping them in a drawer. The only thing that I don't care for is the lip on the inside of the handle of the tongs, but I haven't seen tongs without it.
I wish someone could come up with a sealed design where food wouldn't become trapped. Other than this- I highly recommend purchasing these universal utensils!
I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion.
My mom had been telling me how great kinesthetic tape is, so I jumped on my chance to try it. It is a breathable, flexible tape that you place on your body in certain areas to alleviate muscle fatigue and joint pain.
I watched the video on how to apply to my knees and attempted to recreate it. Not as easy as they make it. I think there is a learning curve. I went to work mowing the lawn and doing the other household chores. I kept the tape on overnight (it wears up to 5 days or so) and I actually did feel less sore than if I hadn't been wearing anything. I think the effects may increase should I feel confident of how I apply it. My boyfriend also used it on his knees while paintballing. He too noticed a decrease in pain the next day, although not as well as he does with his knee brace. The only thing I did notice was that on day 2, one of my knees started burning while I was doing dishes. I went in the bathroom to check it out and on one side, my leg had blisters where the tape ended. I assume I must have put it on wrong at first, because it only occurred in that one place.
It took a few days to heal. I will still be using again despite the problem that occured, because I do think it was my fault. I just wanted to let everyone know to watch the video on how to apply to whatever area a few times before actually doing it. I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion, and I would recommend it with caution to fully pay attention when applying.
We got to read Terry Treetop Saves the Dolphin. This book is one of many in a series featuring young Terry Treetop, so named because he likes to climb. In this book, Terry finds a group of dolphins during a family vacation, and decides to get a closer look. A baby dolphin that is equally curious tries to get closer to Terry and finds himself trapped in a fisherman's net. Terry realizes he must help this baby dolphin and soon finds a ranger to assist in the rescue. The baby dolphin is soon freed and the ranger helps Terry to play with him in the water.
I like the fact that there is science distributed in the book in little bits. About a mother dolphin helping a baby breathe by lifting him to the surface and about dolphins being marine mammals with incredible breathe capacity. And the imagery is beautiful.
What I don't care for is the main character. He is like a cross between Dora the Explorer and Calliou. And I hate Calliou. Vehemently. However, kids love him, and as they are the main target audience, I surmise they would in turn, like this book. My daughter thought it was ok, but wasn't overly interested like other books that we've read.
I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion.
I was approved to read and review Morning Magic in exchange for my unbiased opinion. Instead of sending us a Kindle version, they sent us an actual, honest to goodness book for us to hold in our hands. I can't tell you how much that means, and what a lost feeling it is to hold a fresh book and flip through pages with that new book smell. So thank you so much for that!
The book itself is a cute first story in a series about a witch - in - training getting ready for school.
When I first started reading, my daughter was in in a foul mood. She wanted to go play and I told her her we needed to read this first. She huffed and puffed and said she didn't like it. By the fifth page her smile had been trying suppress a giggle as the toad-ally luv_a_bul (see what I did there?) pet frog Paul was panting and sweating. She finally emitted a squeal of glee when Paul ended up being covered in underwear. Because really, how could you not laugh at that?
The story contains a large amount of sight words for ages five to seven, making it easy for them to join in, and the rhyming nature of the book gives it a fun rhythm. I love the message of "keep trying" in the story. Emily must keep her wits about her and try again, as her spells don't exactly turn out how they are supposed to. I also love a good magic story. We love Harry Potter and my fiancé loves the Lord of the Rings and all that. This story is perfect for your little geek in training. I can't wait to read the other books in the series!
You can purchase yours here if you think you'll love it just as much!
I received these wine glasses and was so excited because I had literally just broken 2 wine glasses the past week. (From falling out of the dish strainer, calm down, I'm not a RAGING alcoholic) Anywho, when I unwrapped them, I was surprised at their weight. They actually feel like something you can hold. Not like drinking from a solo cup. And the clarity for a plastic glass is amazing. And let's talk about the plastic. BPA free, food grade, FDA approved plastic.
So obviously you can drink wine from these. But they come in handy for morning juice glasses. Also, we've made different desserts in them. The presentation is cute if you have company, or if you have kids- it's a great non messy alternative to a bowl.
We found this recipe for Strawberry Dole Whip, and it was delish! Strawberry Dole Whip on Pinterest
The only thing about this product that I didn't care for, was the finish on the rim. It was cut flat, instead of rounded, so it was a
slightly abrasive. But you don't notice after your first glass of wine.
You can buy yours Here- TaZa Wine Glasses Use code "no drama" to get 10% off!
All in all, I would recommend this product. The finish on the edge is something you'll get used to for the comfort of knowing there won't be broken glass on your floor or ice cream on your couch. I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion.
I received two products from Blue Lizard- a sport sunscreen and a sensitive skin sunscreen. The Sport is water resistant for 80 minutes! That's a lot of sun time! My favorite thing about this product is that the cap turns blue when it senses UV light! How about that extra reminder to lather up? #wevegotyoucovered
Non-Drowsy Dramamine contains ginger for upset tummies with motion sickness. I may try these out during our road trip to St. Louis this summer so I can read while my future hubby drives! #nondrowsydramamine
ATTITUDE products by Target are a great way to get GREEN. Worry free ingredients with products NEVER tested on animals. #ATTITUDEatTarget
Hada Labo makes a variety of skin care products, including this Facial mask I got to try.
I got to try Red Vines. Seriously, how have I never had these? So delicious! Maybe we'll take a #RedVinesRoadTrip!
A coupon to try the new Uncle Ben's flavors?! Can't wait to try the Quinoa and Brown Rice! Found a great soup on Pinterest with it too! #BeginwithBen
AND Free Oreida easy fries or tator tots? Easy Breakfast or dinner sides? Awesome. PS- If you haven't tried their Sriracha fries- do so now. #OreIdaEasyFries
And if you'd like to see my daughter attempting to be a mini me- you can check this out! Adorable, but I'm biased.
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