Autumn/Fall is finally here! That means it is time to switch out some of your decor to match the change in seasons. One simple change that I did was switch out some of my pillow covers to autumn themed ones. I like that these are more generic fall rather than tied to a specific holiday so I can keep them out all season long. They had a zipper and were easy to put on my pillows. You may want to iron them prior to use because, as you can see in my picture, they do have some fold marks on them. They feel nice and people have remarked how cute these are. Pleased overall! Would recommend checking these out if you have any interest.

​Here is the Amazon product link (with other products/covers from the company on the listing as well):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08GJH2BH8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

​*Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest review. However, opinions are 100% my own*

I like to view myself as an "eye glass connoisseur". I have have at least 10-15 different pairs of prescription glasses and have tried a variety of sights (as well as some from an actual optical store). Consequently, when I received the opportunity to get a pair of glasses in exchange for my honest and unbiased review--I was super excited!

What I love about glasses is that they can show you personality and style while also serving a function. Why wear boring eye glasses when you can have fun ones? Plus, I work with kids and sometimes they like to grab at my glasses. For this reason, I do not like to wear my expensive optical store glasses to work.

​The glasses I got from ABBE glasses were classy but had a fun style element to them. You do need to know your prescription and pupil distance (like you do for every other eye glass site). It was very straight forward and they had a good variety of glasses. The glasses came with a nice carrying container and a wipe to clean your glasses. The glasses I got were a little loose, but the frames I got had a metal part around the nose, so I was able to easily bend the glasses in so they fit perfectly to my face and do not fall off when I look down. Overall, they feel light weight and the prescription is good. I am very happy with them.

Want to check out some of the glasses for yourself? Here is the product link:
​https://www.abbeglasses.com/glasses/free-eyeglasses.html

I have had my fair share of dietary issues in the past. I eat food and start to bloat significantly. It is at the point that even my boss has noticed it and tried to recommend ways to help reduce this. One of her recommendations was trying Keto. I looked it up and some of the items allowed/encouraged either often upset my stomach or I just don't like. Consequently, I was curious to try these as a sort of "middle ground." I have a wedding I am attending/in in a few weeks, so I have my elimination diet plan starting the following week. Therefore, for the time being, I am trying to be mindful of what I eat and try to take supplements to help my digestion to minimize the bloat if possible. As skeptical as I was at first, I do feel like these are helping with the bloat in ways other supplements haven't. I'm not sure if this is in my head or other factors but regardless--I am happy! I still bloat but I feel like if I follow the directions of when to take these when I have a planned meal, I feel less bloated/uncomfortable after. I plan to see these until they are gone...which will be soon since there are not many in a pack... :(. 

If you are wanting to check this out for yourself, here is the product link:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZJN2SN2

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*Disclaimer: I received these product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. However, opinions are 100% my own*. ​​

We all use shampoo and many of us also use conditioner as part of our hair-care and cleaning routine. I am not someone who is faithful to only one brand of shampoo and conditioner and instead like to try a variety of different kinds. Usually, I select one that is on sale or that I have a coupon for. Consequently, I was very interested in trying this. I did also let my dad try this out, since he is an expert on shampoo for thickening the hair (and has spent a fair amount of money doing so). Overall, I thought these were very nice when I tried them. The shampoo and conditioner are both opaque and have a very mild but nice/refreshing smell. I felt like it did an excellent job cleaning and nourishing my hair. I did not feel like I had residue or waxiness after using this (which I have with other conditioners in particular). My dad said he did not notice a huge difference between this brand and others he has tried but he also has just been using it for about two weeks. He said it seems to be "on par" with other brands he has tried. Overall, we both had a good experience with the shampoo and conditioner. My dad kept the shampoo and I have the conditioner. I plan to see mine until it is gone. Pleased overall. 

Here is the Amazon product link to the shampoo: https://www.amazon.com/Microsphere-Thickening-Appearance-Healthier-Mokita/dp/B07WT57K6Q?ref_=ast_sto_dp

Here is the Amazon product link to the conditioner: ​https://www.amazon.com/Microsphere-Moisturizing-Conditioner-Appearance-Mokita/dp/B07WW4Q4N1?ref_=ast_sto_dp

*Disclaimer: I received these product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. However, opinions are 100% my own*. ​

I am all about trying new things and was very curious to try these. Like many others, I have my face looking down the whole time so my neck never gets stretched. I've been trying to be more mindful of stretching and hoped these would assist with getting my neck back to how it was when I was younger. My overall star rating for these would be 3/5 stars. These were overall okay. I felt like I did not notice a difference before/after use. Also, they were rather slippery (kept falling off due to no additional product to keep it on). It did stay on mostly on its own but definitely required some work. I wish it had a cloth or something easy to hold the mask more taunt to the skin.

​With that being said, I liked that it did not sting or feel weird on my sensitive skin. Overall, I am somewhat neutral about this product. Wish it was easier to stay on but no adverse affects on my skin were experienced.

If you are curious and want to check it out for yourself, here is the Walmart product link:
https://www.walmart.com/search/?cat_id=0&facet=brand%3AAnacis&query=chin+lift
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*Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. However, opinions are 100% my own*

As someone who works with children, I was SO excited to get this to review. Puzzles are such a great way to learn and require no screen (so its even better). This also can be used for early literacy skills such as letter identification and letter sound awareness. The puzzles look just like the product listing image. The square puzzle has pieces that stick out so they are easy for children to take out and manipulate. The colors are nice too to provide some vibrancy to the puzzle. Under the block, it has a pictured image and the word written on it as well. Again--this is a great learning tool. 

The snail puzzle is flat and requires more maneuvering to get out--so definitely for someone who is a little older (or with adults help to remove and put back). This is clearly shown in the product images though, so I was not surprised by this.

It also comes with a bag which is really nice. I do wish the bag was SLIGHTLY larger because it is slightly too small to fit the square puzzle in, so only the blocks can go in it. It has a pull at the top to tighten it as well. 

Overall, very pleased with this and will be using this with the kids I work with. 

Want to check it out for yourself? Here is the Amazon product link:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TM467TD?ref=myi_title_dp

**Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. However, opinions are 100% my own**

I was very curious to get this to review. I have an odd bust size for my petite frame, so finding bras can be a challenge. Plus, I work with children so I want something that is comfortable for me to move around in. Seems like a tall order--so I was hoping this could be a real treat! What I liked about this right away was the fabric/texture of the bra. It was super soft and very light weight. The scalloped sides/edges are simply beautiful as well. I also LOVED that the straps were adjustable. Often my petite shoulders are too narrow for most straps and many do not adjust all the way to the point I need them too (first word problems, I know). Anyways, I tried this out for a day and was fairly pleased. I did notice that the band was a little too wide for me since it just comes in approximate sizes like small, medium, large, etc. rather than actual band and cup sizes. Consequently, the cups did not completely cover both of the areas they needed to (one kept slipping out). However, the comfort of this bra and breathability cannot be denied. Unfortunately, for the moving around I do at work this bra is not really an option. With that being said, I am DEFINITELY going to wear this when I am just out and about or on the weekend for some coverage without feeling restricted. Likely ideal for someone with a smaller bust. ​Fairly pleased overall. I posted a video of the bra (showing the padding and adjustable straps) on my twitter and instagram if you want to check that out!

Want to check this out for yourself? Here is the product link:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YDDVPYV

*Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review*

I was interested to try out this product. I take some medications that cause increased fat in the hip and belly area, so I was hoping this could help bring this down. I also have some digestion issues and have some significant bloating after I eat, so I was hoping this would help with this. I got a size small, since I am petite and I am usually a small. This is all one piece so you had to pull it up from your legs and over your hips. This was VERY challenging to get over my thighs/hips because I do have some curves. Eventually, I was able to get it on my stomach and it felt secure but not too tight or uncomfortable. Since I am petite, the waist trainer was too long for me. It folded up on the bottom (as the bottom would be slightly around my butt) and fold down at the top (as the top would be below my bust). This may just be a challenge with me being petite and a narrow torso. I did not feel like this did much long term for my waist from wearing it but I did feel like my stomach felt better in regards to the bloating after I ate (minimizing the bloat). I was pleased with this characteristic about it! I imagine this would be ideal for those with a regular or long torso--just know you will have to pull it over your legs/thighs/hips to get it on (and vice versa to get it off). Since it does not have a zipper or button, it may look nice under a dress for a smoothing effect. Just didn't work for me due to my narrow torso. Have you ever tried something like this? How did you enjoy it?

Want to check this out for yourself? Here is the product link:
www.walmart.com/ip/Dream-Trimmer-Premium-Sweat-Trimmer-Women-s-Small-26-27/732820727

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I have had the opportunity to review multiple items/strips that require a urine sample. At that time, I used make-shift ways to collect the sample and ended up making a mess. These Easy@Home Sterile Urine Specimen Collection Cups with Lids- Large 90mL (3oz) Size - Pack of 5 containers work just as you would expect. The top of the container is open/large enough that it easy to get everything in the container with minimal-to-no mess. They have measurements on the side for your reference for the amount of liquid in them. The top also screws on and off and has a scratchy part to it which makes it feel more secure. It sort of reminds me of the rumble strips on the road. Giving you that extra sound and physical feedback so you know it is safe and a little jiggle will not make it come loose. As I stated earlier, this comes with a set of 5 cups of the same size. I plan to store mine under the sink for those opportunities when I need a sample (such as a pregnancy test, UTI test, etc.). Never know when you may need it so it is good to have. Overall, pleased with these cups. They were exactly as I would hope/expect them too. A good item/set of cups to have handy for whatever life throws at you. 

Want to check them out for yourself? Here is the product link:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Easy-Home-Sterile-Urine-Specimen-Collection-Cups-with-Lids-Large-90mL-3oz-Size-Pack-of-5/560797468

*Disclaimer: I received this item in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are 100% my own*

As someone who stares at screens a lot for work and has my fair share of headaches, I was excited about the prospect of this product. I liked that the headband had a spot for my ponytail, was adjustable, and had different pouches to put cooling pads (that come with the headband). I made the mistake of putting the pouches in the freezer before they went in the headband, so they all froze in weird positions that were rather uncomfortable. I would recommend putting the packages into the hat and freezing them all together to help with this. Personally, I prefer heat when I have a headache but it did provide a nice cooling effect and it was nice to be hands-free with it too. A neat product for sure. I wish I could also make the packs warm but that is just my personal preference. 

Want to check this out for yourself? Here is the Amazon product link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07V814ZK5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

*Disclaimer: I received this item in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.*