Real Kids Shades Eye Protection for the Whole Year and Giveaway

June 25, 2013 By

 

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Disclosure: Real Kids Shades provided me with sunglasses with which to facilitate this review and giveaway. No other compensation was received.

Summer is here and we are getting outside a lot more often. I know I have to wear sunglasses when the sun is even a little bright, but it is of the utmost importance for little kids. Children’s eyes are at increased risk for permanent eye damage from sunlight until they’re 10 years old. Real Kids Shades makes affordable, stylish and comfortable shades for kids. Their “My First Shades” line was designed with the help of a pediatric ophthalmologist for optimal fit, comfort and safety.

I remember taking all the boys in for eye exams and having our eye doctor tell me that sunglasses were necessary for our two younger boys because they both have blue eyes. She said they are even more susceptible to sun damage because of the light color of their eyes, and she suggested we get them good sunglasses that they can wear all year long. I really had no idea it was that important.

Prevent Blindness America offers the following guidelines for choosing the right sunglasses for your children:

  • Only purchase sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of both types of ultraviolet rays: UV-A and UV-B. Sunglasses should also eliminate glare and squinting.
  • Check lenses carefully for scratches, bubbles and distortions. Flaws in the lenses can cause children’s eyes to work harder and result in squinting, tearing and even headaches.
  • Select sunglasses that suit children’s active lifestyles. They should be impact-resistant; lenses should not pop out of frames; and frames should be bendable, unbreakable, and/or have snap-on temples. 
  • Always choose sunglasses made of polycarbonate, the most impact-resistant material available.

Real Kids Shades sent us three pairs of their children’s sunglasses. We received the 3-7 Flex in Red, the 7-12 Glide in Blue and the 7-12 Blade in Blue. These are perfect for the boys. They are lightweight and fit comfortably. I love that they are stylish, but most importantly they protect my boys eyes.

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We have a history of eye diseases in our family, so I want to make sure our boys do everything they can to prevent eye problems that may come from sun exposure. Please visit Real Kids Shades to learn more about Prevent Blindness America  and to see a selection of their very cool shades!

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Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips Review

June 18, 2013 By

This is NOT a sponsored post, I bought the Sally Hansen Salon Effects myself.
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For some reason I decided I wanted to start painting my nails again. Many of my friends have been doing really cool things with their nails, but I wasn’t that interested in working so hard to achieve a cool effect. As I was walking through Target and Wegmans I decided to check out the nail polish aisle and I found these Sally Hanson Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips. They come in some exciting designs and were fairly inexpensive so I decided to try them out.

To be honest the fist box I tried didn’t seem to work so well. I don’t know if I was using them incorrectly or if the box was old and they were defective. But I decided to look for a tutorial on You Tube and sure enough found one. It showed exactly how to use them and the next box I tried was simple. I felt that maybe, as a 43 year old woman, having a full set of Whoopsy Daisy nails might be a bit much, so I opted to use the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips on one finger per hand. I then painted my other nails a complimentary color. I like that look and have done it several times since the first try.

I have also gotten Heart Breaker, Love Letter (the one I had trouble with), and Tattoo Much. They have lasted really well and come off easily with regular nail polish remover.

I found the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips to be easy to use, they provide a cute look, are easy to remove and last. I will certainly use them again.

 Tutorial

  1. Start with clean, dry nails.
  2. Shape your nails with the enclosed nail file.
  3. Select the correct size of the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips.
  4. Remove the clean protective cover from the front of the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips.
  5. Remove the back white cover from the strips revealing the slightly sticky back.
  6. Place the sticky back on the nail and press down.
  7. Trim around nail bed, with the orange stick if necessary.
  8. Fold end of strip over end of nail.
  9. Using the nail file, gently remove excess strip.
  10. Cover with clear nail polish if desired.

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Gevalia and Safeway Make Get Togethers Easy

June 14, 2013 By

Thank you to Gevalia and Safeway for sponsoring this post. Visit the Safeway website for more information about Gevalia and Like Gevalia on Facebook.

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I live on a pretty small street. As a matter of fact there are only 8 houses on the street and that comprises our whole neighborhood. But we have some great neighbors. I think they are super, and I love hanging out with them. The problem is is they are always so busy it is really hard to get us all together. So I decided to have a little midweek get together. It was so nice to hang out with my favorite ladies and just talk about everything.

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To make the event easy and delicious I opted to grab some prepared desserts from Safeway’s bakery section. I selected some house made macarons, and a fabulous lemon bunt cake. I adore lemon in the warmer weather as it just tastes perfect and light, and it goes really well with Gevalia coffee which I also picked up at Safeway. I selected the Gevalia Columbia K-cups because they are a medium roast which is perfect for dessert but also great at breakfast the next morning. I love using the Gevalia K-cups with our Keurig since it makes the perfect brew every single time and my guests can decide if they want a small cup or a big one (the way I like it). (*Kraft Foods is not affiliated with Keurig, Inc. KEURIG and K-CUP are registered trademarks of Keurig, Inc.)

Since I have been struggling with vertigo for a while I also decided to try a few heat and serve appetizers. I figured it would make life a little easier for me since I am feeling so dizzy all the time. I was really pleased by the large selection of heat and serve items in the frozen food section. We noshed on chicken taquitos and mini Florentine quiches. No, none of it was gluten free, but I just felt like it wasn’t something I felt like dealing with that night. We ended up having a small group, but that was fine with me. I got to hang out with some of my favorite ladies, drink Gevalia and munch on some delicious food. Overall it was a perfect night.Gevalia Coffee and Get Togethers-1-2

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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Pure Health Naturally Product Review

June 11, 2013 By

Disclosure: I received these products at no cost to provide a review. All opinions are my own.

 

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If you have been reading my blog for any period of time then you already know I prefer natural supplements over pharmaceuticals whenever possible. I think they work with the whole body and I simply prefer to use them whenever I can. Pure Health Naturally send me a few of their products to test out.

The first supplement I decided to try is Thyroid 5 which is chock full of things like Bladderwrack, Selenium, L-Tyrosine & Kelp. It is a nice item which can help support the thyroid. I take 2 capsules daily.

Pure Health Naturally also sent along Sleep Sweetly which has lemon balm, GABA and L-Glycine. I am hoping to pass this one on to my husband who can not see to sleep through the night no matter what we do.

I wish I had had the Pure Health Naturally Natural Defense with me when I went to Autism One last month. Ever time I hop on a plane I end up with a cold and this trip was no different. I would have loved to have used this product before I took my flight. I could have used its support.

I also received a bottle of Water Trim and one of Appetite Suppress. I am hoping they will help me naturally deal with my excessive appetite especially since I’m trying to diet right now. Pure Health Thyroid 5

Lastly I tried out Pure Health Naturally Nature’s Green & Lean tea. It is a blend of green tea, green coffee bean and spices such as cinnamon, ginger and anise. I love the warm flavors the spices impart. It is a delicious brew.

 

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