Parenting Healthy

Back to School and Sports with VistaPrint personalized merchandise

Back to school means back to home lunches, fall sports and clubs. Keeping up on schedules is tough enough, let alone keeping track of the kids gear. They tote around backpacks, lunch boxes, sports gear, PE clothes, notebooks and instruments all day and they are bound to be heavily used and even misplaced. VistaPrint has more than just business needs, they can offer labels for boxes, gear and even coach gifts and apparel to boost school spirit.

My son starts grade 10 and fall golf. I found these personalized golf buddy tees and markers set at VistaPrint and ordered a box so the kids on the golf team can have their school logo on a set. It’s a small way to boost spirit and identify our athletes bag by school in the mix of gear in a tournament.

While at VistaPrint, I added my work logo to some sticky notes because I use these all day long. It is fun to add touches of school spirit in everyday items like these.

Whether you need labels with names or logos on promotional items and stationary, it is so easy to upload images and text and VistaPrint gives you a clear preview to approve before finalizing your order. You can add college logos, sports teams and choose favorite colors to label items and create gifts. Getting organized this fall will make the back to school season more bearable. Head over to VistaPrint and upload what you want on your office and school needs. You can have a lot of fun creating personalized items.

THE HILL is about Baseball and Courage | in theaters August 25th!

August 19, 2023August 19, 2023 Erin Sluka

Ricky has a passion for baseball and he also has a disability with his spine that affects his legs. His legs may be weak, but his arms can hit a ball like no other. The Hill is based on a true story. This is a great movie for families of all ages and especially for those that need a boost of courage and hope. The Hill will be in theaters beginning August 25, 2023.

Synopsis – The Hill movie

Growing up impoverished in small-town Texas, young Rickey Hill shows an extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball, despite being burdened by leg brace from a degenerative spinal disease. His stern, pastor father (DENNIS QUAID) discourages Rickey from playing baseball to protect him from injury, and to have him follow in his footsteps and become a preacher. As a young man, Rickey (COLIN FORD) becomes a baseball phenomenon. His desire to participate in a try-out for a legendary major league scout divides the family and threatens Rickey’s dream of playing professional baseball. Based on a true story, THE HILL is directed by Jeff Celentano and also stars JOELLE CARTER, country music singer and songwriter RANDY HOUSER, Golden Globe nominee BONNIE BEDELIA, and SCOTT GLENN.

To learn more and find theater times near you, visit The Hill movie page.

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3 Quick Charge Power Banks under $35

August 17, 2023August 16, 2023 Erin Sluka

Whether traveling, hiking or in need of extra charging capacity for your electronics, there are so many brands and options for power banks available that it is hard to know what your best options are. The good news is that powerful charging does not have to be expensive. I use a power bank from Monoprice and it has not failed me yet and they have 3 great options that are under $35!

Let’s start with a simple $24.99 option! The Monoprice Ultra-Compact 10,000 mAh Power Bank gives you get roughly 2-3 charges on a cell phone per pack charge. This power bank will charge your iPhone and other compatible phones from 0 to 60% in less than 30 minutes. You get 2 USB ports to charge 2 devices at once and comes with a USB‑A to USB‑C charging cable.

Next is a $29.99 option. The Monoprice Compact 20,000 mAh Power Bank gives you 4-6 full phone charges. This is a great option for camping/hiking! Overnight backpack and keep your phone charged! You get can charge 3 devices at once with this option as it has Micro B, USB‑A, USB‑C ports. Like the first option above, this one omes with a USB‑A to USB‑C charging cable and battery indicator.

The $34.99 option is the Monoprice 20,000 mAh Power Bank with Wireless Charging with built-in wireless charging pad. This is the power bank you want for long blackouts and travels. Its USB-C Power Delivery (PD) technology allows 4-6 rapid charges on up to 5 devices at once. No cords needed for this one with compatible wireless charging features on your device. Take this one anywhere for several full charges.

You get so much charging power that really delivers and you don’t have to spend a fortune. Order the power banks that fit your needs and be ready for any charging need..on the road or in your home.

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Smelly Proof Reusable Storage Bags for back to school meal prep

August 8, 2023August 6, 2023 Erin Sluka

I have had a busy summer and in all of our camping and BBQ’s, I have not been eating well. I go back to work next week and have jumped back on the healthy eating train. I stay motivated to eat better when I am prepared. To meal prep for breakfast smoothies and lunch salads ensures I will eat right. I have always hated the waste of plastic disposable bags. This year I am prepping with Smelly Proof. Their storage bags are reusable and 100% odor-proof, FDA-approved, and eco-conscious.

Food stays moisture free in the dual track zipper and strong oxygen, moisture ad odor barrier. These bags are tough! It is hard to give that effect in pictures, but to feel them and use them, it is easy to tell how solid these bags are for reuse. The large size (about 8×10) even stand on their own making it great for meal prep use!

Beyond the food freshness and eco-conscious features, Smelly Proof bags are BPA, latex and phthalate-free. They are 100% made in the USA with Polyethylene + Nylon. They come in all of the sizes you are used to with disposable bags, including an XL size.

To add, Smelly Proof Reusable Black Flat Bags are available for more than just food. These black bags have a triple track zipper for travel and even outdoor use. Like the clear bags, these tear and puncture-resistant. the black bags are even dishwasher and freezer safe.

Stop tossing plastic and meal prep, travel and store anything in Smelly Proof reusable bags. Visit Smelly Proof today and stock up for back to school.