Courtesy of Unsplash by bruno_nascimento During the Pandemic, we had lots of time to explore new and various types of fitness. One day you could go for a morning run or yoga session by the fireplace. The next day might consist of an evening stroll and a session with weights. It was up to you to create your own fitness plan because the gym was suddenly not open. Throughout it, especially as time went on and online school became a reality, my oldest daughter kept asking for a portable treadmill or elliptical machine under her desk. Enter the low-impact fitness brand, Cubii. With three types of compact elliptical machines that are portable and whisper-quiet, we knew we had a solution. Cubii has loads of accessories and works on all body types and ages. I like to use it in … [Read more...]
Hoop Earrings: A Versatile Classic
My love for iconic earring styles especially hoop earrings began when I was a preteen. My grandmother gave me my Christmas present that year, probably a sweater, and then she presented me with a smaller box. She said, "This is from your grandfather." I had never received a gift from just him before. I had a feeling it was really her but I opened up the tiny gift-wrapped box with its miniature bow and found a delicate pair of gold hoop earrings. I gasped. Then I immediately put the beautiful hoops on and never looked back. I wore them almost daily for the next 6-7 years until I became obsessed with wearing pearl studs. Courtesy @unsplash.com @gabrieldizzi Fast forward a few decades and I still own the original pair of hoop earrings but now I have an array of styles, widths, designs, … [Read more...]
We are Dog People
Look at the gorgeous face! The face of a true protector. He's also a total lap dog that weighs in at 85 lbs. While We Were Away Recently we took a family trip to the beach for some end-of-summer R&R. We left our two dogs, which may have excelled from training like that on https://www.canine-by-design.com/programs/aggression-training/, at home and in the care of a trusted pet sitter and family friend. We knew they were in excellent care while we were away. Families who are going on a trip may consider leaving their pets in a dog boarding or pet boarding facility as well. Pet hotels are more like a resort for your pets than traditional boarding kennels such as doggy daycare. Soulmutts offer a variety of amenities and services to ensure your pet is comfortable and happy while … [Read more...]
Traveling is the Gift The Keeps on Giving
*Disclosure: This compensated partnership is between Nakturnal and my blog. TMC also uses affiliate links for compensation. All opinions are 100% my own. V & E through the years. Remembering When One year ago last month I had the honor to stand alongside my best friend, Erika, as she pledged her love in a sunny vineyard wedding ceremony. The scene was a Southern California winery. Guests traveled from all over the country, including Alaska where the bride and groom reside. I, myself, came from clear across the country to spend a few days helping her and the groom. I look back on those memories now fondly. It was a time spent with wonderful people and in many different parts of Southern California. A whirlwind but a great one. It made me realize that travel is the gift … [Read more...]
Farewell to the Ford Flex
It was this very same time of year back in 2010 when I reviewed the Ford Flex back in 2010. Yes, I am talking about cars again and with a bit of nostalgia. Why? Because I hold fond memories of this flat-roof, rib-sided wagon-like mobile. 2011 Ford Flex (mummysproductreviews.com) The Flex: What is it? When the Ford Flex arrived we had our third kid only a few months before. I was intrigued by the idea of having a car that was like both an SUV and a station wagon. How would it drive? What kind of storage did this vehicle contain? In the end, what the heck is it? Is it a crossover or an SUV? Maybe it is a station wagon? "If you took an SUV and mated it with a station wagon you would get the Ford Flex.” -Dominic Mason, my husband. What looked like a funky mix of a wagon and … [Read more...]
Fall Jewelry Collections
Disclaimer: Please know this post is a sponsored partnership is between Nakturnal, and The Mummy Chronicles. Compensation was received for this post. All opinions are 100% my own. I don't wear a lot of jewelry in the summer months. I do however like to layer it in the fall and winter. Fall jewelry collections are out now and while I love a good statement ring the big hitters this season are amped up earrings. Earrings that Dangle and Entice We are still hanging with the tortoiseshell trend and I like it. Earrings are no exception. I love the addition of beads, thicker hoops and oblong shapes from Shopbop that dangle and swing. J.Crew has some gorgeous bejeweled studs that really add to a simple sweater and pair of jeans. It feels very excess and a bit 1980s in a good … [Read more...]
How to Recognize and Report a Drunk Driver, Safely
Every day, drivers encounter a variety of dangerous situations on the road. While ice and heavy traffic are familiar hazards, every now and then particularly frightening situations can arise. One troubling scenario a driver might find themselves in is suspecting another driver on the road of drunk driving. In fact, every two minutes, someone is injured in a drunk driving crash. Though not always preventable, knowing the signs of a drunk driver and knowing how to report one can help save lives. There are several warning signs drivers can look for that could indicate drunk driving and that warrant a report, including: Swerving or uncontrolled turns Driving unusually slow Erratic breaking and acceleration Straddling lines or crossing into the wrong lane Inappropriate … [Read more...]
Smart Packaging Tips For Mailing Your Stuff
Today, with the rise of online shopping and faster-than-ever transportation networks, packages of all kinds can make it around the world in a few days, or even a few hours. Almost 12 million trucks, trains, vessels, and other vehicles transport goods to their various destinations. If you want to learn more about how logistics works and its importance in delivering items quickly, here are the findings to consider. With so many elements involved in shipping goods, it can be hard to know if your own shipped items will reach their correct destinations quickly and safely. Try these tips for boxing and enveloping your stuff properly so that it has a safe and quick journey: Pick the Right Size Package Picking the correct size envelope or box will not only keep your items more secure, … [Read more...]
Restoring Your Natural Neck Contour is Easier Than You Thought
If you’re like most women, you took your tight, smooth, and contoured neckline for granted until somewhere around your 30th or 40th birthday, at which point you realized that your skin won’t stay that way forever. Though the majority of cosmetic anti-aging products and treatments focus on facial wrinkles, the neck needs just as much TLC. Fortunately, botox injections such as dermal fillers in Norfolk, VA or dermal fillers in Edmonton, AB and other treatments like this neck lift in Sacramento, CA and non-surgical facelift in Staten Island, NY, which are administered or performed by a dermatology expert, can also help reduce wrinkles on your face and neck. You don’t need to undergo an elaborate plastic surgery or expensive laser treatment to reverse the signs of aging along your … [Read more...]
Support a Mom-Trepreneur at a Snapology Franchise this Summer
I don't know about you but by the time August rolls around our ideas of summer fun become pretty lean. Throw in the fact that my youngest celebrates her birthday that month and everyone is so over the idea of a pool party or pretty much anything else I had in mind. No one wants to be outside. They all just want the cool indoors and a different sort of fun. Enter the idea of a Snapology birthday party or Snapology summer camp session from a Snapology franchise. What is Snapology? It is a mobile service for STEM learning located throughout the country that offers kids fun birthday parties, awesome afterschool programs and more. Snapology works for kids of all ages from babies to 18 years old so you can find something for everyone in your household. … [Read more...]