I was in my kid's school this morning earlier than my usual time to pick her up. I went to the pharmacy after I dropped her off and instead of going home I went to her school straight. There were other Moms already their waiting at the nursery along with siblings of my daughter's classmates. One of the Moms mentioned about her expensive bill from her eye doctor. She had her eyes checked recently and was prescribed for a new eyeglasses.
While on our discussion, I had mentioned to them if they checked online for affordable prescription eyeglasses. I know that there are lots to choose from if you are just diligent enough to research. One good example of this is Zenni Optical. With my research online since before, the brand ZENNI really stood out for their quality, high fashion, and affordable eyeglasses. It will not cost you an arm and a leg to get one. I mentioned this to her and she told me she will check it out.
I learned through my research for affordable eyeglasses also that the affordability of Zenni's eyeglasses is because they manufacture their own products. They do not compromise quality even if their prices are low compared to other providers. Aside from manufacturing their own products, they also have marketing strategy to bring out their product directly to the consumers. They also make sure that their products are of great quality and last long as it is a health necessity aside from just a fashion statement.
I know I will also be needing a reading or prescription glasses soon and I know where to get mine. I already checked their site and found lots to choose from. I am glad this provider of eyeglasses is just a click away, you can get one at the comfort of your house.
Affordable Eyeglasses
Recall on Cribs
I heard on the news the other day about recall on cribs with a drop down side design. The crib that we had with our first born has drop down but we already disposed of it. For our infant right now we don't have crib instead we used the play yard. I was thinking of getting a crib but we just don't have place for it unless we have to downsize our toddler's bed.
I am looking at Baby Gifts Outlet and saw different style of cribs. The one I am interested in is the crib that can be converted to a toddler bed. The site really have everything you need for your baby. It's like a one stop shop for your baby needs.
But back to the recall, if you have a crib that have drop down side make sure to contact the manufacturer and you can ask for a kit to fix it. It is important in order for your baby to be safe.
Organizing Kids Bedroom
Having to live in an apartment has its pros and cons. It is great that you don't have to pay from your pocket any maintenance work or no yard to tend to, but among its cons is the lack of space. We only have two bedrooms since the complex we live at do not have three bedrooms layout. So this means lack of space or storage for all our things. We have two kids and as they grow we also accumulate stuffs. This is why I wish we have enough space to put additional kids lockers.
Our toddler have toys that my husband disassembled in order for it to fit in their bedroom's closet. It is a hassle for me because every time she wanted to play I have to put it together for her. If I have lockers for kids I can just put the toys inside it and when they need it I will just pull it out and give it to her.
Right now the closet is so full. Toys and clothes are in one closet. Although the clothes are neatly hanged but the shelves are just full of different knick-knacks. I was thinking of getting children's lockers that we can hang to organize their books and small toys or games. That way I can save floor space and their bedroom will be arranged or organized. I am just so done with the clutter. This will be one of my main task this coming new year.
Decorating for Fall Season
Since autumn is here, have you started decorating yet? I know here in the US you have to dress also according to the weather and also if you like it, decorate your house each time season changes. What I did in the past was keep my decor every time the season change. I have few home decors that I have to dig out now since fall is here already. Some of my fall harvest center pieces are already out although it's all on top of our cabinet in the kitchen.
I still have to buy some stuff for decor even though I have kept some from previous years. I am still needing a Thanksgiving tablecloth since I sent to Philippines the one we used in 2008. Last year we spent the Thanksgiving with friends so I did not bother getting a new one. I also need table pads and table cloth protector. When we got our new dining set I was thinking of getting new ones but until now we still have the old ones. I found nice autum home decors online at bed bath store.com. I like their stuff and affordable too.
But before the harvest decors that I am planning to get before November, my husband was asking me about Halloween home decor. He asked me if I am planning of decorating for the Halloween. I may have to since our daughter gets excited seeing halloween stuffs. We went to a spirit store last week and she can't contain her excitement. I was able to get her one big pumpkin bucket and a small one. I know trick or treating is still a month away but she is so excited already.
There is so much to do if you are planning of making decor changes every season. But if you have kids that will appreciate and happy of what you prepare, everything is worth the effort. Their happiness is your joy as well. Check out the online store I mentioned above. You can find tons of great things at an affordable price.
Bedroom Ceiling Fan
I am so glad that we do have a bedroom ceiling fan or else it is going to be very hot inside especially during the summer. Even now that it constantly rain outside we still feel muggy inside the house. We don't have air conditioning system or shall I say the apartment complex we live in don't have it. I don't know why they didn't install it when it could very well help tenants to be comfortable.
Speaking of ceiling fans, the picture here is very nice to have as fixture in a home. This casablanca atria ceiling fan is from Hansen Wholesale ceiling fans. They have the nicest ceiling fans I saw online. If you are looking for one, it is very timely to check out their huge sale. They have wide selection from casual, outdoor, indoor, and formal ceiling fans. If only I can replace the ceiling fan we have, I would definitely get one from them. Find out who makes the best ceiling fans here!
Extreme Body Workout
I have friends that are really into extreme body workout. As in an insanity workout to the highest level to maintain good physique, lean and firm body. I wish I can do the same but I am always a beginner. I am only good for a start and become lazy later. I have high regard for those that has the stamina and perseverance to continue. I wish I am like them when it comes to working out.
I found this website www.extremebodyworkout.com that offers lots of extreme body workout products. The have this so called Slim in 6 wherein using it will let you become slimmer in just six weeks. It must be very good for that quick result. If you happen to look for something that will work for you, check the site out. I showed it to my husband and he was thinking about the bowflex there that he also seen on tv. We'll see if he will be sold out to it. I don't want him to buy stuff that he will not use for long.
Medical Scrubs
When I worked as a nursing assistant back in Georgia I had a hard time finding nursing scrubs that will fit me. I am very petite and most of the uniforms I can find are either bigger scrub pants or tops. I usually go to a specialty store that mainly sells medical uniforms. The price really varies a lot. I bought few pairs and to top it all I have to have it altered to fit me. It's way more expensive than those sold at any local department stores.
I did not bother looking online back then. I thought I won't get a fair deal but if only I look or browse more I would be able to check out blue sky scrubs that really sells cheap scrub. Now I learn my lesson. I can find good deals by searching more online. I already know where to look for scrubs once I go back to work at health care.
Preferred Tiles
My friend who recently moved to their own house told me that she's very glad they were able to choose fixture for their house when it was built. I think this is very common if you choose a newly constructed house. You can select or opt to upgrade fixture and furniture as well as choose the products you want for your future abode.
I like the idea of having to choose because you are the one who will live in the house and most of us wanted to have the perfect one for our first place. When me and husband talk about our future place I would tell him my preferences even the tiles to be used as back splash for the kitchen and bathroom tiles. The color of the cabinets and counter tops, as well as the type of appliances.
Talking about tiles, I don't like big subway tiles. I prefer the smaller ones and for the back splash I like the shine of the glass tiles. There are just so many wants I like for our first place. But I know we have to be realistic. We can always make an upgrade in the future though if we can't have the perfect one.
Kitchen Decorating
I wish to have a nice size kitchen whenever we will have our own place. Yes, a decent size kitchen where I can cook and bake along with my two dughters especially when they are already old enough to help me in the kitchen. I love watching kitchen renovation shows and other programs from design channels because it gives me idea on how to decorate.
When it comes to decorating, I think all of us wants to coordinate the decor we use for any space in our place. I myself love to match everything. My husband is the same. I don't like clutter and if possible I want to use stuffs that are durable and will last. When it comes to kitchen organization, I like the jk adams products. The maple wood they use for their products is of high quality. The other day while I was cooking I told my husband that I will throw the spice rack that we have. The color is mismatched to other kitchen furniture and fixture that if ever I will get a new one, I would get the jk adams spice rack sold in their online store. The color would very well be matched with the rest of the organization and storage we have already. Surely it is fun to see a well decorated kitchen.
Rain Collection
I love watching HGTV specially the house hunting and also decorating ideas. I've seen an episode wherein the house hunters wanted a green house or at least it has features where you can save energy. One house has rain barrels that the previous owners used for rain harvesting. I think it is a cool idea.
I know back in the Philippines we have rain water barrels at the back of our house. It is right down below the gutter where the rain will be caught. My parents have been using it ever since. We don't have a regular supply of water then. We used to go to rivers and streams and get water for drinking and other needs in the house. With the rain barrels we can store water and used for taking a bath, wash clothes and water our plants.
If you have your own house and want to go green, you can recycle rain water. There are rain barrels for sale online. Just check it out and start helping our environment by conserving water. It will be a great help to lessen utility bills. I definitely will get one once we have our own place.
Gift Card for Your Loved Ones
If you are feeling the crunch time to buy Christmas gifts to your loved ones, you can opt to give them. If the receiver love the outdoors, there's the Bass Pro Gift Card that will surely fill their hearts with best outdoor stuffs. Before I really feel like giving a gift card is too impersonal. But practically it works. Sometimes it is just hard to know what your gift receiver like or need that giving them something to use to get what they want is just appropriate. I came to realize this when I was having a hard time figuring what to give to somebody. Then hubby told me to just get a gift card and the recipient can use it for whatever.
Right now I still have to buy gifts for our exchange gifts on the 24th. I am confused of what to get since the person I will be giving gifts with is not really close to me. We only met once I believe and so I don't know what's her likes and dislikes. Good thing I was able to find online at GiftCardMall.com different gift cards that I can get. So if I still can't decide on what to get then there's the gift card that will rescue me. Honestly for convenience reason, gift card can solve your gifts dilemma.
Checking My Christmas List
It's twenty one days before Christmas and I am pretty sure some of us are now making sure to check the Christmas list and hoping shopping is done as early as possible. Honestly I am not done with my Christmas shopping. Going out is a task because the temperature is dropping down. I have to make sure both me and our toddler girl is bundled up for warmth. The other day we went out very early because our daughter's doctor's appointment is at 8:20am. Good thing I decided to drive past 7am since the car was covered with frost. I need to have it melted so I can drive. So definitely we are feeling the winter weather now.
Last week I started my Christmas shopping out to the stores. But considering the chilling weather I may have to go online to finish my shopping. I have been browsing different sites that offers good deals for Christmas gifts and found some that I like. I only have two person left to buy presents and I am looking at Patagonia kids brand at Zappos.com. I am thinking of getting our daughter the on sale puffer coat that she can use this winter.
I am browsing more about Patagonia brand and I ind of like their products. They have different collections for men, women and kids. They have all the apparel you need and it's very durable and quality too. A friend of mine mentioned it to me also and she too like this brand. So now I may have to get something from this brand for my husband as well. Although he is not here to use it yet but he will be able to use my gift when he gets home. Now I know what to get to finish up my shopping list.
Tank Top Dress for Summer
When we go to Hawaii this summer the older daughter will be coming with us. It is her first time to be there and she's very excited. Her Daddy told her not to bring too much stuff since we will only be there for four days and three nights. I told her for sure we will have a day to spend at the beach. She then said she will only bring light clothes fit for summer and Hawaiian weather :-)
While I surfed at stylehive.com I saw this nice American Eagle dress that I thought is perfect for her. She can wear it while we drive around the island and stopped at nice scenic spots for picture taking. The design of this dress spells out comfort and lightness. I know the temperature there on that month will be hot and sunny and it is best for us to wear comfortable clothes. I will have to forward the link to her so she can see it and decide if she will like it or not. I really found lots of nice stuffs at Style Hive and it's very good to know that there's a site like this to check out new trends fit for the season.
Better Bathrooms
If we are going to do house hunting again, I will still stick to my check list. Under my list is to have better bathrooms or shall I say a kind of bigger one where we can have more space to store toiletries, towels, cleaning supplies among others. Right now we are living in an apartment and my only concern with our bathroom is not much cabinetry to store towels and other bathroom necessities. Although the bathroom is a fair size but the design doesn't maximize the space available to put cabinetry in. I found some good designs of bathroom suites at Better Bathrooms and their site is betterbathrooms.com. I think their products can cater to whatever bathroom size you have. If only our bathroom now has the kind of suites that they have then we would have more space for storage.
Anyways, I learned more that Better Bathrooms is UK's fastest growing bathroom company. They've been in the business for more than 20 years and they are very knowledgeable about this business. They buy products in bulk thus being able offer the merchandise at a discounted price. If you are in UK and you wanted to do bathrooms renovation, check out Better Bathrooms.
Media Seating
I dream that one day when we have our own place we will have an extra space that we can make as our media room or entertainment area. I know it is still impossible for this little to come true but who knows when luck strikes, isn't it? But anyways, a media seating that I would like to be placed inside this media room is from the Berkline collections that I saw at theaterseatstore.com. I found a wide array of different media seating design that will make your media room a very relaxing hang out for the entire family. So, if you are looking for media seating that will give you comfort and convenience, you can check this site out. They have 50% sale on some of their items and you are guaranteed quality products and great customer service.
