Monthly Product Roundup: August

So sorry that this is a week late…end of summer got in the way! It was the last week of summer in our house before school started and we were trying to squeeze every bit of summer fun out of the time we had left. So now, back to the products we tested out this month that we fell in love with! Enjoy!

Lamo Sneakers

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM: I am always looking for a sneaker that looks cute and are comfortable on my feet.  The light blue color on these Lamo sneakers are perfect to wear with everything and I’ve been wearing them all summer.  I just wore them the other day to Santa’s Village and I was so impressed that they were still comfortable after a day of wearing them at an amusement park.

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Product Roundup: June…a Few of My Favorite Travel Items

Product: Nowa Watch

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM: My husband travels a lot for work and doesn’t like wearing his Apple watch since it is not dressy enough to wear with suits. As soon as he saw this watch, he claimed it for his own and has been wearing it ever since.  There is so much you can do with it.  The watch connects wirelessly to your smartphone and get this…it doesn’t need to be charged! It runs for 8 months on a standard watch battery.  Since each day the watch records your steps, distance, and calories burned, it’s a convenient way to see how active you’re being while traveling.  It also records how well you sleep at night.

WHAT ELSE I LOVE ABOUT THEM: I take forever to get a good selfie shot and I refuse to use a selfie stick, so with the Nowa watch, you can open the camera controls using the app and push down on the crown to shoot! The watch also can help you find your phone as long as it is within Bluetooth range. Another feature I like is that you are notified when you’re receiving a call and can reject it…because who needs to talk on the phone when you’re on vacation!

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2 Amazing Subscription Boxes!

I wanted to share 2 amazing subscription boxes that I’ve enjoyed using last month!

Box #1: Norlii June Box

I love a box that allows people to experience different cultures without having to leave their home.  Norlii is a bimonthly Scandinavian Subscription Box shipping directly from Scandinavia, that features home decor and lifestyle accessories.  The theme of this box was Tivoli, which is a 175-year-old amusement park located in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark.  The park features rides, attractions, beautiful gardens, and peacocks that roam free. 

Want a peek at what was in the box?

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Product Review Roundup: May

I am always on the lookout for products that travelers will love and will make their travels easier. Come on…travel can be stressful, so anything that makes life easier is welcomed. Each month I will do a roundup of products I’ve found and test them out to see if they’re something I would actually use. This is actually May’s list, but I’m a few days behind because I’ve been stuck in bed for the last three days because of the mother-of-all kinks in my neck. Here’s what I found this month:

Arcopedico Shoes


WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM: These are one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes I own and I’ve been bringing them with me everywhere I’ve been traveling.  They are lightweight so I can throw them in my carry-on and they are easy to remove when I’m going through security. They are also super cute and the grey color goes with everything.  I normally wear a size 8 ½ and I got the size 40 but wish I’d gotten the 39 because it is a little big on me.

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Smartass and Sass…March Box

Once again…if you are not a fan of cursing, you may want to skip this piece because the items in this box have been known to drop some f-bombs…lol!  This is my new favorite subscription because it reminds me of my friends and I when we get together without kids!  It is a perfect balance of snark and charm, with a dash of profanity!  That’s SO US!!! Smartass and Sass is an amazing way to treat yourself every month!

What comes in each box?

Each box has 5-8 handmade, hilarious items. The items have a and all of the items will relate to it. It includes things like mugs, notebooks, tote bags, water bottles, pens & pencils, magnets, candles, etc.  It has items you probably would never buy yourself but secretly wish someone would buy for you.  It reminds me of getting a care package from your best friend.

We couldn’t wait to peek inside!

So, what was in the box this month? SO MUCH!!!

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Gramma in a Box Subscription Box…March Box

Last month I told you about my girls’ new favorite subscription box, Gramma in a Box. It features three tasty treats that does all the work…leaving you the fun! Since they were kind enough to send us another box, I am so excited to share the yummy treats they got to make.

But first…a little something about this box. 

What comes in each box?

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Smartass and Sass Subscription Box

Smartass and Sass Subscription Box

Warning to my dad…if you’re going to read this, be prepared there are going to be many curses in this piece…lol.  I found a box that I can’t stop telling all my friends about because the items in the box remind me of my friends and I after we’ve been drinking!  It is a perfect balance of snark and charm, with a dash of profanity!  That’s SO US!!! Smartass and Sass is an amazing way to treat yourself every month…and who deserves it more than you?

The creators of the box, Kim and Abby, seem like my kind of people. They call themselves silly weirdos that love to laugh…and they know every word to Wedding Crashers! Don’t they sound fun?!

What comes in each box?

Each Smartass and Sass box has 5-8 handmade, hilarious items. The items have a theme and all of the items relate to it. It includes things like mugs, notebooks, tote bags, water bottles, pens & pencils, magnets, candles, etc.  It has items you probably would never buy yourself but secretly wish someone would buy for you.  It reminds me of getting a care package from your best friend.


My theme was I LOVE ME

So, what did I get?  I can’t wait to show you!!

My new favorite ceramic mug! What an inspirational phrase…lol

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Arcopédico Shoes…The Perfect Travel Shoe

Occasionally, I come across a product that I feel I HAVE to share with you.  I wanted to show you my new favorite travel shoe.  It is from a company called Arcopédico.  They have been creating handmade shoes in Portugal since 1966 and are now available in over 40 countries.  Yeah Portugal!!

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Sanaya Set

 

What do I love about this box?

Since I have two girls, I find it a huge responsibility to empower them to know they are fierce, compassionate, and can do anything they put their minds to.  I love that Sanaya Set, a seasonal subscription box, has a high set of values that mirror my own.  Their company was founded on the premise that each of us can make a positive impact and determine our own future. They feel strongly about intersectional feminism: understanding our overlapping identities and how these factors impact the way we experience oppression and discrimination.

Empowered women empower women!

This is one of the key morals I hope to teach my girls…always build up other women and never push them down. 

What does Sanaya mean?

Sanaya is named after Tarul’s daughter, and it means

 DISTINGUISHED, DIFFERENT IN A GREAT WAY.  

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Buddhi Box

Buddhi Box

 

What do I love about this box?

Buddhi Box is one of the few subscription boxes I actually subscribe to, and I can barely wait each month for my box to show up! It’s a great reminder to be present and take some time for myself once in a while. Each box focuses on the yoga principles of

COMPASSION, UNITY, DISCOVERY.

 

What comes in each box?

Each box has 4-6 sample and full-size products that are meant to enhance your yoga practice and lifestyle.  Each month you will receive products that enrich mind, body, and soul.  It may include healthy food, beauty products, and yoga accessories.  I’ve gotten some amazing products such as candles, scarves, bath products, and jewelry.  They often include a crystal or gemstone, which is perfect since my oldest daughter collects them. I love that they think it’s important that their vendor partners support sustainable, eco-friendly, and humane practices.  

 

What was in this box?

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