I feel like I am constantly in search of storage containers and organizational items. Working with kids as well as moving into a condo from a small apartment, I am still trying to find the best system as I establish myself. This foldable storage container comes with a top and is longer and wider (a rectangle) as compared to a square. It has a handle on the front to easily pull it in and out and comes with a flat/harder bottom insert to keep its shape and make it more sturdy. The bin that I have is white with a pattern and the top has the same pattern on it as the bin itself. This is a great size to go on a counter or on the top of a shelf (since it is longer/wider than the traditional square cubes and make not fit a regular cube shelf system. I love using these for papers or for longer clothing items like a pull-over jacket that I want easy access too but don't have a great place to have it. With the pattern, I think it would be great for a kid's room since it is a more "cutsie" pattern. Overall, I am pleased with this container. Met expectations. 

If you wanna check it out for yourself, here is the Amazon product link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08ZRYT82J

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

I was interested/intrigued by this product. I am a very slow eater but do enjoy fresh fruits and veggies. If I am going to be honest, it took me about 10 minutes to figure out how to get this to work. It comes with a USB charger and did not appear to have any charge upon arrival. I charged it overnight and read the directions more. I was impressed with the projected battery life of this before needing another charge (only needing to be charged 1-2x a month!). I do wish it would make a beep or noise when it was "on" since it just indicates it is on with "normal" mode with a slow flash of a small light and on "heavy" the light stays on. The device is also silent which is really nice! It feels well made and does not make my refrigerator smell weird--it smells normal but good. I did not do any direct comparison (i.e. strawberries a week with it vs. without) but I do feel like my food is still fresh despite my slower eating habits (usually I notice my food starts get funky). I am very curious and intrigued about this. I will definitely be continuing to use this and will update if anything new or profound is discovered. 

Want to check this out for yourself? Here is the Amazon product link: 
​www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08PBXK4D6

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

In the last year, I moved to a new and bigger place and consequently have had to buy some "essentials." I had a trash can that was an open top and I realized I should probably upgrade to a trash that has a closed top for the bathroom. I had a narrow space, so I was looking for a longer rectangular trash bin. I was SUPER excited to get this to review. I was surprised by how much I like this. It is narrow but long and comes with multiple trash bags that fit this container. The top easily secures to the main "unit" and all you have to do is tap the top part and it pops open. The opening is much smaller than the entire unit but I do not imagine I would put anything bigger than the opening in the bathroom trash can. I like that it kind of keeps what is in the bin hidden so you don't open it to see everything thats been thrown away. You can push down on the top and then it "clicks" back closed. It does have the logo on the top part, which can kind of take away from the "vibe" but I get that companies want their label/logo on their products. I also put some sticker letters on my trashcan that say "push" so guests can easily know how to use my cool new trash bin. Overall, super pleased and happy with this. 

Want to check this out for yourself? Here is the Amazon product link:
www.amazon.com/JOYBOS-Wastebasket-Plastic-Bathroom-Container/dp/B08PP16PGM/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_img_5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Z4VBFJENEK3CVNBKC20A

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As someone who LOVES getting my hair scratched, I was very excited to try this. I was not sure exactly how it worked based on the product images, so let me explain some of the details. It has a charging port (mine came already charged) and has three different intensity levels (low, medium, and high) the fourth "push" on the speed button will turn it off. The ends are like silicone brush tips. They do not move on their own when you turn it on  (just the main circular part on the top vibrates). The tips of the brush are flexible so you can move them along your hair and head and feel them weaving in with the larger vibrating force from the main area. I personally prefer the greatest intensity (especially since I have a lot of hair). It is nice though I was hoping it to be as calming as it is when someone runs their fingers through my hair, which it was not quite like. Still enjoyable though. 

Want to check it out for yourself? Here is the Amazon product link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NDGWPH9
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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

#healthygenketo​ #ad #honestreview 

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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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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**