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I have partnered with RunLites for feature

As summer ends, fall will move in and that means shorter days and eventually we are in a winter where it is dark at 4:30pm. My son doesn’t even start sports practice until 5-6pm so that means he is in a dark field at sports practice and I am in the car keeping warm and I have no idea what child out there is mine.

Also, my morning runs are in the dark which is intimidating when on the city trails. I could disappear and no one around would know what happened. This is why I will love having my RunLites Gloves for my son and I.

These safety LED gloves have LED light attachments (or not if you choose to use the gloves during the day) and that keeps you safe and your child easy to see also. My son has the Spidey Red kids gloves and I am wearing the Green Flecks Running Gloves. They also have gloves for cycling, outdoors travel and everyday wear.

The LED lights are sold separately and retails for under $20. They fit perfect into the pockets of the gloves. If you don’t have the LED lights they look great as standard gloves too.

You can set the LED to 40 or 80 lumens and the light projects up to 35 feet ahead. They are rechargeable and secure into the glove with a strong velcro pocket.

The LED gloves fit great and they have so many colors and styles to choose from for kids, men and women. Visit RunLites to see them all and visit them on Facebook to stay up to date on the brand as well.

Back to School 2018, College Bound, Education

Back to School Organizing with Sharpie

July 26, 2018July 24, 2018 Erin Sluka

I have partnered with Sharpie for this feature. Samples were sent and opinions are my own

Chances are you have a drawer in your desk or kitchen with some Sharpie markers. They are like a home staple everyone has laying around. There is no time like Back to School season that my Sharpies get used the most. I have personal items to mark and the kids have backpacks to stuff and I use my Sharpies for so many organizing tasks before that first day.

Sharpie has much more than that standard black pen we all know and love to use. Find highlighters and art cut pens for so much more uses around the home and with schoolwork.

Don’t Lose Your Items

Marking your kids jackets, lunchboxes, bags, helmets and supplies saves money and can mean that in the event your child leaves it laying around it will get back to you. I work in the schools and I cannot tell you how out of control the lost and found can get! Using Sharpie pens to mark your child’s items means it will last through the year and weather. I like using the Sharpie Extreme Makers due to their fade-resistance.

Back to School Supply List

Do you have your supply list? I go around the house first and mark off items I already have and that way I do not overbuy at the store. Having the Sharpie Highlighters is great for marking off the items I have. Once I am done shopping I can still see the list as I load it all up into his backpack.

First Day Breakfast

There is a lot to do on that first morning. It is exciting, the kids nerves are on high and you are in a bittersweet moment. Make breakfast special. Decorate a plate, cook their favorite breakfast menu. It takes moments and starts the day off right. It is going to be a big day!

Have the Kids Organize their own subjects

It is tempting to stay up late one night and go down the list and pack the kids items for them. However, for the older child it is important that they find their own way to organize and prep for subjects. They need to find what works for them and motivates them to get their work done on time. Hand them the supplies you bough and some pens and book wraps. Let them organize it themselves.

Fall Sports

Don’t put those Sharpies away yet! Are they starting football, cheer or soccer? Mark that equipment or it is bound to get lost forever on a field or court!

So many Sharpies for your ‘so many’ back to school tasks! Find them at retailers near you. For inspiration on Sharpie projects you can have fun with, visit Sharpie.com

Back to School 2018, Fashion, Kids, Reviews by Anthony, Video Reviews by Anthony

Brooklyn Cloth Co. Surf and Skate Clothing Brand

June 26, 2018June 18, 2018 Erin Sluka

I have partnered with Brooklyn Cloth for feature. Product was sent and opinions are my own

Recently Anthony received a few pieces of clothing from Brooklyn Cloth Co. and he fell in love with the styles. He is all sports and typically only wears shorts and sports brands tops, socks and hoodies. He loves basketball and loves the basketball style all year. So, it was a gamble to agree for clothing from a surf and skate clothing brand. To my surprise (and perhaps his) the pieces really excited him.

The very next day he grabbed the pair of Brooklyn cloth shorts and the Sherpa-lined jacket to wear to school. Even on warm days, he grabs hoodies and coats to school because his classroom gets chilly. I warned him he may be too warm in the sherpa-lined coat, but there was no talking him out of it even on a 70 degree day.

I think this may be my favorite top. The New York cotton hoodie has the sporty look he typically wears. It is called the Boy’s New York Fleece Hockey Jersey Hoodie. We visited NYC last summer and Anthony fell in love with the city. We will be going back again this summer for a conference and he is so excited. Having these New York branded clothing brings back those memories for him. Such as visiting the Statue of Liberty when we were there.

The top above is called the Boys’ White New York State of Mind Long Sleeved Tee. It looks so sharp on him and with print on the front, back and each sleeve there is something happening on this entire shirt.

The cloth shorts at Brooklyn Cloth Co. fit long like board shorts. I ordered Anthony medium shorts in boys as a 10/12 size he normally wears and they hung long like board shorts should. You can see each piece from the shorts and jackets and how they fit in his video below….

Connect with Brooklyn Cloth Co. on their website and follow on Facebook. You can find clothing for men and women too!

Fashion, Gift Guides, Mother's Day, Reviews

Mama’s Jewelry NANA “Infinity Love” all White Mother & Child Necklace – Review

May 31, 2018May 28, 2018 Erin Sluka

I have partnered with Mama’s Jewelry with US Family Guide for feature

Did Mom or Wife appreciate their Mother’s Day gift? You are not done yet, you still have birthdays, the holidays and perhaps a ‘just because’ gift to go this next year! Perhaps you have a grad or daughter that deserves something special. No matter who you are shopping for, if they like jewelry they will love a personalized piece from Mama’s Jewelry and prices start at only $69!

I am one of 4 siblings so with my Mom’s birthstone and the 4 of us we all fit in the 5 stone, NANA “Infinity Love” all White Mother & Child Pendant/Necklace. It arrived fast and very well placed in the little black box. The stones look great and seem very secure in the pendant. It hangs on an adjustable box chain and comes in sterling silver, 10k or 14k gold.

Connect with Mama’s Jewelry at their website and on Facebook. And shipping is free!

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Stay Safe in the Dark with RunLites LED Gloves for Kids and Adults