Decodyne Shot Flask - 8oz Flask with a Built-in Collapsible Shot Glass

I had to laugh at Austin when I got this.  I don't drink, yet Austin being 18 and a big joker, though it was the coolest thing.  I knew he would!!   He is thinking of taking this shot flask to school on the last day, filled with water and drink it in front of the teachers!  Hmmmm, all I have to say is thank goodness they know him! 

Now even though I do not drink I can say this is a very nice flask, nice enough to where I could see someone using it for liquid medicine, not being alcohol, to take on the go, after all it seals tight, is less messy than the medicine bottles, and has the collapsible cup to go with it.  Then, of course, for the drinkers this is just the right touch of class! Not a cheap looking flask at all. 

This flask is covered with REAL leather which is the real touch of class to it.  ( I did mess up in my video and say it was faux leather. My apologies to the company. )   I think the collapsible shot glass that fits snuggly on the side is real slick too.  I did have a bit of a time getting the shot glass out, but this just reinforces the fact that you will never lose it.   The flask and glass is stainless steel so you do not need to worry about it rusting.  You will want to be careful in washing out your flask as you do not want to get the leather wet.  The shot glass is 2oz, a double shot. 

This is a real nice piece and will show your gentlemanly air wherever you go. 

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Chair Lumbar Support by VIVE

In my family we really don't have poor posture until we sit down.  Unfortunately we also have a genetic case of scoliosis in our family and many effected by it.  Meaning even while sitting we have to watch our posture.  My oldest son, being so tall, his scoliosis is so bad that his spine is not only curved it is actually rotating,  putting him in a lot of pain.  My second son, he is also tall and has scoliosis in the same part of his back as the oldest, but not yet as bad, even though we are watching for onset rotation.  My youngest is safe so far!   The two oldest had growth spurts that were so rapid that they have stretch marks on their back, which my oldest sons doctor has never seen before on anyone but my son.  Surprising what doctors do not know.  The thing we have noticed is that boys seem to get scoliosis in their upper back by their shoulders and girls seem to get it in their lower back, as my niece has scoliosis there.   

While exercise and learning posture techniques help in the mild cases it isn't going to do a lot for the more severe cases.  The problem is doctors will not do anything until they see the cases get severe enough, and they obviously do not see all that is happening with the spine unless they x-ray, yet insurance companies are picky about that.   So how what does this all have to do with lumbar support, well what do kids do all day?  They sit in school in improper chairs for back support, they slouch, and some sit around at home,  If they have back pain, some will ignore it until it will get extreme because they go off into their wonderland of music, video games, and tv.  Then as they get older, like us, they sit at desks for jobs.

What we can do as parents.  One: teach them proper posture and exercise from the beginning, and even now, it is not too late.  Two: Make sure they have proper back support in all their sitting domains. 

Lumbar supports help the lower back get the proper support so that you sit properly and give your back the correct alignment. When we received this chair lumbar support I figured I would be using it for my back, but then the boys had to try it.  Austin, my youngest, likes to sit on the floor and watch his computer or tv.  He sat against the couch and put this behind his back.  He said it made a full improvement on what his back felt like and was very comfortable.  So we let Adam, my middle son with scoliosis, try it.  

Adam works as a cart pusher at Walmart and then he comes home and records on YouTube.  He wants to be a gamer on YouTube, so sitting will be a biggie for him in life.  We let him try the lumbar support and he loved it!  He constantly uses it now, as it has really improved how his back feels.  He is now getting the proper alignment that his back needs.

This chair lumbar support by Vive is really made well and is lightweight so you can carry it to work, school, church, or wherever you may need it.  Taking care of our backs is important no matter what the circumstances, and Vive understands this.  Many people have bad posture and do not sit properly for their health and with this lumbar support you can help train yourself to sit properly.  Proper back alignment will help the rest of your body systems improve also.  Take care of your back now!

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Squirrel Tea Infuser by Decodyne

Tea is such a staple for my family.  We drink it especially when we get sick, but I like to drink it for energy without caffeine and sometimes just for the taste of it.  Tea and the herbs that make it up helps with so many things and is healthier than regular medicine.  When we get the onset of a cold we start drinking Echinacea tea and it cuts down the time of the cold or prevents us from even getting it.  For upset stomach we drink peppermint, sore and scratchy throats calls for licorice root teas (throat soother teas).  Teas are also great for detoxing. 

Lately we have explored into the loose leaf tea area, and I must say I am very pleased.  The loose leaf teas give you more body and flavor to you teas.  There are so many more blends available and flavors.  Along with expanding into this area I have had the fun of trying and collecting different infusers, one such being this cute and adorable squirrel. 

This cute plastic squirrel sits there on the rim of your glass while eating his nut and infusing your tea.  His tail rotates so when you are not using him his tail is pointed upward while he whimsically sits where you want him to.  When he is in use his tail is pointing down in the water infusing wonderful flavors in  your cup.   

The bottom of the tail has holes and is removable to place your loose tea into.  He has a groove on the bottom of his body so he sits nice and sturdy on the rim of your cup.   Easy to let steep, and when you are done, remove the bottom of the tail, empty his tail and hand wash with mild soap. 

I really enjoy using my little squirrel, he does a good job, is safe plastic, and cute enough to adorn my cupboards. 

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Konjac Sponge by Lykke by Julie

Cleaning our face is essential to daily hygiene, but are skin gets enough chemicals from the air and pollution that we sometimes really hate adding more chemicals to our skin through soaps and cleansers.   There are products out there stated that they are beneficial, but when all else fails there is one solution to helping clean and detoxify our facial skin. 

Konjac sponges are from large Konjac plants located in the Asian regions.  The plants have been widely used as food , such as Yam Cakes and Shirataki noodles.   The plant has a spongy region the has been used to make small half circle sponges.  These sponges are dried when you receive them, but soaked in water they become a soft fibrous mound.   When using the Konjac sponge you do not need to use soap, all you need is the sponge and water.  The sponge will help clean, detoxify, and hydrate your skin all at one while rubbing this on your face.  

No chemicals, lotions, potions, or soap, this sponge does it all.  It is great for all skin types, especially sensitive as it really is that gentle.  

I really do like the feel of the sponge on my face that I have taken to using it often.   They are easy and gentle. 

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Pyora French Press Coffee and Tea Maker 34 Ounce

Coffee and tea has been a staple going way back in all countries.  It brings an essence of life alive by greeting us in the morning, after dinner, in desserts drinks, keeps us healthy, and yes, awake.  In England they have their teatime,  where they break at a specific time and drink their tea, keeping them going for the rest of the day.  In America and other regions Starbucks is just a way of life.  

When it comes to fine coffee and teas it is hard to get the perfect cup with just a regular coffee machine.  The French press brewing device was patented by Italian designer Attilio Calimani in 1929. With the french press you use a courser grind of coffee or loose leaf tea.  You place the coffee/tea in the bottom of the pitcher, add water and then place the lid on top, let steep and then press the plunger down slowly so all your coffee grinds or tea remains at the bottom while the brewed liquid remains on top.   You have more control over how strong your drink is, or how long it is brewed than you would with a coffee maker. 

The Pyora French Press offers the fine look of the french press, the fine filter and easy plunger to give you the best cup of coffee/tea.  I felt the company stated their qualities best on their amazon site:

"✓ #1 RATED FRENCH PRESS - High Quality Stainless Steel Coffee Maker made with the BEST Heat Resistant Borosilicate Glass avialable. Why do we use Borosilicate glass in our Glass French Press? Borosilicate glass is resistant to temperature change; it does not expand like ordinary glass. It has a smoother transition between temperatures, and can even withstand different temperatures at the same time making it perfect for brewing iced coffee in your French press.
✓ SUPERIOR FILTER SYSTEM - Compared to other French Presses on the market. Our DOUBLE thick plunger filter is the quality of having two plunger filters with no need to purchase replacement filters (BIG COST SAVINGS!). The Stainless Steel Plunger has NO LOOSE PARTS, making it easy to clean and safe around children. We GUARANTEE that you will not have any coffee grounds in your coffee.
✓ MANY BENEFITS AND USES - Not only can you use your Stainless Steel Coffee Press as a Tea Infuser and Coffee Press. Your Press Pot can be used to Froth Milk, Rinse Quinoa, Infuse essential oils, Strain Foods and make Iced Tea Beverages. The French Press is also known as a Press Pot, Cafetiere, Tea Press, and Espresso Machine" as stated on Amazon as of date this post was written. 

I truly feel that Pyora came out with the best French Press Coffee Maker.  I have enjoyed it and even my son knows how to use it properly.   Until I received this French Press I did not know all the many things you could do with is, even brewing tea wasn't an idea I would have thought of with this.   Knowing the many uses has just upped the value of this French Press for me ( now I know what to do with my other french press while using this one for my brews!!)  

Pyora French Press is sturdy and built so well that they offer a 90 day %100 money back guarantee if you are not satisfied.  You can't go wrong!

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Leafholic Cute Silicone Tea Infuser with Drip Tray

One of the fine things in life is tea, especially loose tea.   Tea is used in so many ways and forms, and helps with so many ailments.  I have found that I love the herbal teas.  The wonderful mixtures of floral and herbal bases and the exotic tastes.   Loose tea bring so much more into your tea then just fine powders or finely ground mixtures.  It brings more taste and more body to the flavors.  

The trick with loose leaf tea is you need the proper tools to help infuse it in your water.  I find that I like the small infusers and this monkey diffuser was too cute to pass up.   

The cute money has a color changing face, mine goes from a black/ dk gray when cold to a pink when hot. Great way to tell how hot your tea is before you sip it.   The cute monkey hangs over the edge of the cup just like it is resting in a hot springs, and the body makes up the diffuser part.  You just open it up, the two parts being connected by the tail, and fill the bottom part, with holes, with you loose tea.  You get the perfect amount each time.  Close it up and place it in your cup of hot water letting the monkey to relax on the edge and enjoy!  Let sit for a minute or two, depending on how strong you like your tea, and fix to your liking.   

When you are ready there is a little disc to put your monkey on so you do not get tea drippings everywhere.   Simple, cute, easy !  The diffuser is made of silicone and easy to wash by hand. 

I have enjoyed mine and now you can enjoy yours too.   

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1800 Prime Collection Bed Sheet Set

When it comes to sleeping we need to be comfortable.  Sleep doesn't come easy when the mattress is lumpy, too soft, too hard, or your pillow is not comfortable, or when your sheets don't fit your bed properly, are scratchy, starchy, or just plain not comfortable.   

With all us of sleep is a mandatory necessity, and with me and my fibro I have to have comfort in soft sheets.  My skin is sensitive and scratchy or cheap sheets just will not do. 

The 1800 Prime collection bed sheet set  is just what my skin called for.  With the 100% Luxury Micro Fiber Yarns 1800 Thread Count Egyptian Quality, the fabric is so soft.   It is like sleeping on a cloud of pure luxury.  I hate fussing with sheets in making my bed an having to tug hard to fit corners.  These sheets fit so perfectly and the 16"  deep corners make it so easy to fit corners and not have to pull hard and tug.   The seam work on these sheets is true quality and will last for a long time.  the fabric, not only soft, but is a great quality and will also hold up for a long time.   I love the embroidery trim on the pillow cases, too. 

I love the choice of colors and the camel color I chose goes with so much.   I really enjoy these sheets and will be looking to invest in more.   The one precaution with these is DO NOT use dryer sheets with them, you will ruin the fibers and look. 

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