Friday, November 9, 2018

Random Tid Bits

  1. Mica's been complaining about his vitamin not going down all the way. It's a typical vitamin size, and he's had vitamins that you swallow for years now. Do you have problems swallowing vitamins?

  2. Instead of drinking water to push the vitamin down, Mica decided it would be a great idea to chew a paper towel to swallow. He came into the living room with his mouth full, was chewing, and talking weird. I said, "What in the heck is in your mouth?" He said, "Oh nothing." I asked him again. Then he told me. I said, "Go spit that out!" 

  3. The other day Travis got a text from Mica saying that his bus took him out to west Omaha instead of home. It was the late bus, and he was the only one on it. Not his typical bus driver. He must of thought Mica was a different kid. When he got here we were both like, "Why didn't you tell him?" He said, "Because we're not supposed to move, while the bus is going." I said, "There had to be stop lights, or a stop sign!" He's like, "I don't know. I just wanted to listen to my music I guess." We were all shaking our heads. At least now I'm laughing about it.


  4. We were supposed to have snow happen yesterday. It didn't really happen. 

  5. Saturday will be super busy around here. Mica has a Quiz Bowl across town. Isaak has 2 basketball games. Then the boys have their Leadership Camp in the evening. What are you doing this weekend?

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Start Out the Holidays Right

Soon we'll be into The Elf on the Shelf, Portable North Pole, and a PackageFromSanta. My boys are getting bigger, but they still like these traditions.

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What is a tradition that you enjoy for the holidays?

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Literary Book Gifts Review #holiday #gifts #read #books

There is one child in our house that's always been a reader. Any guesses who that might be? It's Mica! Even when he was itty bitty we would read to him. That's the only time he sat still. Now when books aren't around he'll read junk mail on the table. He reads though his textbooks at school. One teacher thought he didn't like a book he borrowed because he got it back to her in one day. Nope he read it all! He's volunteered at the library for a few years now, and was selected to do Quiz Bowl in school because of his literary knowledge.


I'm happy to introduce to you Literary Book Gifts.

They have high quality gifts for book lovers! Mica fits into their target market. I'm sure you have someone that you know that would as well.

All design work is done in house. I have to say that I'm jealous. I'd love to work there!

Each product is printed professionally with care.

Products:

Women

Each shirt is $28. Remember they are designed in house. They have about 73 shirts with 14 color options. The sizes run from S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3XL. They are fitting shirts. I find I have to buy up in sizing for women's shirts. They have a chart on their site to help with sizing.

I picked out my top 3 to go over. They all have great typography and illustrations.

The first I picked out is Edgar Allan Poe. I like this one because when we went to Mesa Verde a crow perched up on an ancient window. It sat there just long enough for me to get some great photos.


The second I picked out is The Wizard of Oz. Travis read The Wizard of Oz to the boys, we all enjoy the movie, and a big pop-up book we have.


The third I picked out is Huckleberry Finn. I made Mica read Huckleberry Finn because I find it's a classic - must read. Then at conferences we asked if they have to read any classics, and mentioned this book. His teacher said, "That's a book I had to read when I was in school. Nope the kids don't have to read that." Well Mica has. ;)


Men | Unisex

Each shirt is $28. Remember they are designed in house. They have about 73 shirts with 9 color options. The sizes run from S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL.

I picked out my top 3 to go over. They all have great typography and illustrations.

The first I picked out is Walden. Travis visited Walden Pond when he was up in Boston. I'd like to get this shirt for him.


The second I picked out is Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland. I just always liked the story. Alice was quite the day dreamer, and had a crazy imagination. I think many artist types like this adventure.


The third I picked out is Dracula. I like anything spooky, so Dracula fits the ticket.


Tote Bags

I'm a big fan of bags. I use cloth bags all the time.

Small Cost: $24 Size: 13x13
Medium Cost: $28 Size: 17x15
Large Cost: $32 Size: 18x18

I picked out my top 3 to go over. They all have great typography and illustrations.

The first I picked out is Peter Pan. We loved the live show at The Rose Theater. I like the illustration on this so much!


The second I picked out is Huckleberry Finn. I just like that Travis, Mica and I have all read it. The movie industry loves to remake things, why don't they remake Huckleberry Finn? Bring it back!


The third I picked out is Frankenstein. It's just creepy cool. I had both boys be Little Frankie for Halloween when they were itty bitty.


What book would you like to see turned into a shirt or bag? 

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Sunday, November 4, 2018

Hexed Colorful Knife Set Review

I'm happy to introduce you to Hexed - Colorful Knife Set. 


Shipping:

It shipped fast, and was in 2 boxes to ensure that it got to my in great condition.

Different Knifes:

  1. 8” Chef
  2. 8” Slicing
  3. 8” Bread
  4. 8”Fork
  5. 5” Utility 
  6. 3.5” Paring
Each Knife and Fork Comes With a Cover:


Everything in this set is ultra sharp! The covers help protect. My sons often grab knifes carelessly. I like that these have covers!

Stainless Steel:


They have a coating that helps resist corrosion, and discoloration.

Storage:

These knifes can be stored in a drawer to prevent clutter space, or on a magnetic mounting display.

Colors:

I like that I can tell the kids to get me the blue knife. Then they know what I'm talking about. They have an array of colors, which is fun!

Snack Time:

I felt like it cut up the apple for our snack really well!


Where to Get it:

You can get this knife set for $16.89. You can get it on Amazon Prime http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F26CC63.

Disclaimer: I got this product for a discount to assist with this review. All the writing in this review are my own. The company did not tell me what to say. I only review things I think my family can use.

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