Uglee Pen Ergonomic Pen Review and GIVEAWAY

Dr. James Lee has invented this cool new ergonomic pen called an Uglee Pen. Yeah, it's not a pretty pen, that's for sure, but it feels good when you're writing with it. I used to always get a callous in my middle finger from writing so dang much in longhand when I was a kid (yeah, I was always a writer). This ugly thing has a  nice, squishy pad where your fingers go, so it's very comfortable to use. The ink flow is nice, as well, so writing is smooth. It comes in a bunch of different colors.

Here's what Dr. Lee has to say about kids and Uglee Pens:
You already know that it takes years of practice learning how to write. Did you know that it also takes years to build up the correct muscles to do so efficiently? Kids are also at risk for repetitive stress injury, in fact that can be where it starts! Because of their underdeveloped muscles, it is easy for children to accumulate small injuries early. Get your children an UGLee Pen and help prevent future hand problems!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

You Know You're a WAHM When ...

... you are too busy to talk to your friends so when they ask, for example, what you did for your birthday, you rudely send them to a blog post instead of actually talking to them about it.

... you can be found cooking grilled ham and cheese sandwiches while simultaneously writing an article, proofing an article or just doing what you do for money online.

... you try to outsource tasks to your kids, like urinating. "Callie, would you please go pee for me?"

... you live and die to go to the pool in the afternoon because it means a nice break for you away from work and to just be able to watch and appreciate your kids.

... in order to keep the house running smoothly, you work SUPER FAST on any chore, like putting away laundry or putting away dishes.

... you cut time corners on meals. Applesauce instead of cut-up apples. The slow cooker is king!

... you work in the dead of night and in the morning when the rest of the household is sleeping.

... your mom friends come over and you have Adult Working Playdates.

How do you know you're a WAHM? Share with me!

Happy Father's Day!!!

Happy Father's Day to all the dads and dad figures out there! Here's a post over at Bubblews about how I feel about my own dad ... he kinda rocks. I'd love to know how you feel about your dad, husband, uncle, grandpa, stepdad, father figure, etc. in the comments section!

Rimmel Lash Accelerator Endless ... #EndlessLashes

Yeah, I know I'm your super brave hero right now, posting my eyes without makeup. The things I will do for free product ...

Speaking of free product, here's a shot of what I got in my recent Influenster box. We all know I'm a mascara addict, so this was PERFECTION, and it's not even available until July!

I start with Voluminous Million Lashes as a base, let it dry, then follow up with this Rimmel Lash Accelerator Endless. All mascaras do different things, and the older I get the more different products I need to achieve the look I'm going for (which the look I'm going for is, um, well, AWAKE).

C'est moi! Yep, this is me after putting on my duo of lash products. Also, when it's morning and I'm not taking a shower that day or yet but need some lash love, I will curl my lashes, then put on more of the Rimmel to perk up my eyes. I will definitely buy this as part of my mascara stable!

Here's what they have to say on their website:

Our first ultra lengthening mascara that defies the laws of lash length!

- Length that defies limits

- Formula with Micro-Fibres

- Instant wow: Extends lashes by up to 99%

- Lash-catching brush grabs every lash for perfect separation.  No clumps!

2 AVAILABLE SHADES

"I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes."

The Perfect First Aid Kit Suitable For Many Different Purposes

The following is a guest post by Danielle McAnn, and it's great information for summer or anytime!

Picture yourself in a life threatening scenario. Who will come to your aid? Paramedics, fire fighters, police?

The reality is not quite like the one depicted in Hollywood blockbusters. What’s more than likely is that you’ll need to call upon your own First Aid Management skills. Because it’s basic first aid that so often spells the difference between life and death, between inconsequential and catastrophic injury. Equipping yourself with a good, multi-purpose first aid kit is one of the more practical gestures of love you can extend toward your family and loved one’s (and yourself).

The perfect first aid kit should see you through many different scenarios. Insect stings and bites, for instance- not the stuff that disaster pictures are made of, but far more likely and extremely painful. To tackle these sorts of injuries, crepe bandages of varying sizes, micropore tape, sting relief and scissors should be part of your kit.

Families will need plenty of materials on hand to combat the litany of cuts, bruises, and falls that are par for the course in childhood. Be sure that your kit includes plenty of bandaids, ice packs, alcohol swabs and burn aid sachets. You’re also well advised to do a course in CPR, which is of vital importance for heart attack victims.

Without a good first aid kit at your disposal, you may as well be a sitting duck. One for the car and one for the home should provide adequate peace of mind. Think carefully about what kind of mishaps you’re most likely to encounter, and choose the materials for your kit accordingly. Don’t let a minor injury become something more serious just because you forgot to buy a first aid kit.