UPDATE 6/4/18:

I have received the new pair and will update with new pictures and my thoughts soon!

 

I ordered these LED bluetooth headphones and was really excited to see them light up.  I was sadly disappointed when they cam broken.  You can see in the pictures, in the package they came in, that something don’t look right with the right side headphone piece.  I pulled them out of the box only to have broken pieces and the right side headphone piece just hanging.  I am currently working to get a replacement and will update my blog when that happens because I am really excited to see how these work and look all lit up!

 

https://www.riwbox.com/Wireless/Folding/Riwbox-AB005-Wireless-Headphones.html

 

This is a beautiful piece to just have as a decoration or it can be used as a night light.  As you can see in the pictures you get a 3-D moon lamp, charging cable, instructions, remote control and wooden pieces.  It didn’t take very long for the moon lamp to charge, which it had to be charged out of the box.  The instructions were easy to follow and allowed me to understand how the remote worked as well.  The wooden pieces were easily put together to form the base for the 3-D moon lamp to sit in.  The remote control allows you to rotate throughout the 16 LED colors.  As you can see in the pictures, the moon lamp has many details which makes it look more realistically like a moon!  It was lightweight and not too heavy!  This is perfect for the solar system enthusiast of just for a cute little night light decoration.

 

You can get yours here:

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=me%3DAK2L5X1T5YZSV&field-keywords=moon+night+light

This is a beautiful decoration that I am going to add to my walls. It is a set of 40 LED string lights. Each light is in a photo clip so each photo is perfectly highlighted. It came with a remote control as well. This can be taped or pinned to the wall, or hung as a banner, etc. It runs on (3) AA batteries, that were not included, so you don’t have to worry about it reaching an outlet. There are 8 different modes on the remote control including a multi-stage dimmer. This would also be great for displaying art work and not just photos. There are multiple uses for this set of string lights. The photo clips themselves seem very sturdy and hold the photos perfectly. I haven’t really tried anything heavier than a photo so not sure how much weight they can all hold together. The included instructions definitely made it easy to understand the remote control right away and not have to figure it out!

 

Get yours here:

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=me%3DAK2L5X1T5YZSV&field-keywords=photo+clip+string+lights

This is a great set of 14 spice jars, with airtight lids!  They are of great quality.  They came packaged neatly in a box where each jar had their own section to keep from breaking in transport.  There was a separate bag that had “shaker” caps to snap on and a rubber collapsible funnel for pouring in your spices.

Each French square jar is fitted with a rust-resistant metal lid that screws on pretty tightly.  The “shaker” caps fit perfectly as well and allowed the lid to still screw on.  The “shaker” caps just snap onto the top of the glass jar.  The shaker caps have just the right size holes for even distribution when seasoning.  Each glass jar is approximately 4oz and are about 4 1/8″ x 1 3/4″ in size.  The glass jars are French square, instead of round, to prevent, so they can be stored standing up or laying down.  The collapsible, rubber funnel is the perfect size for these jars and is easy to store.

Also inside the box area already labeled chalkboard spice labels (126 in total, 96 pre-printed with the most common spice names, 18 blank and 6 with numbers).  There are also translucent labels (113 in total, 96 pre-printed to match the chalkboard labels and 17 blank).  The chalkboard labels are meant to be put on the lid as they are round and easy to see.  There is also a blank sheet of chalkboard labels for your own labeling.  The translucent labels are for applying to the glass jars themselves.  There are also some blank translucent labels for your own labeling.

These are going to look great once I get all my spices moved out their store-bought containers.  Now to buy a cute little spice rack for them all to go in!  Don’t get me wrong, they will look just as good just sitting in your cabinet/on your shelf.

The best part is these spice jars are backed by a lifetime warranty!

You can order your set here:   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CGQRGJ1

Nice set of binoculars that come in a very nice carrying case, that also included a cleaning cloth, instruction booklet and a strap for carrying around your neck (see below pics).

The instruction booklet tells you, in detail, about the parts of the binoculars, how to use them in (6) easy steps and how to maintain/repair them (see below pic).

The carrying case velcro to keep it closed and I find it rather “sticky”.  I don’t feel like it will just “pop” loose and not stick anymore.

Now on to the actual binoculars….they are spiffy looking, very nice.  They have some weight to them but not enough that they can’t be held.  They have 10×42 high-magnification focus with clear view adjustable lenses.  The lenses come protected with covers, to keep them from getting scratched.  They can be adjusted to fit different sized faces by pulling them either closer together or farther apart.  When looking through the lenses, I was shocked at how clear and crisp the picture I was seeing was.  These can allow you to see up to about 303 feet wide, allowing you to see distant scenery, games, etc.  It is very easy to zoom in and out and find what I am looking for.

These are going to be perfect for sports games and would also be perfect for that bird watcher, hunter, wildlife explorer in your life!

 

You can order yours here:

http://qunse.net/products/detail/5983

This is definitely something EVERYONE should have in their cars!  I received a double pack, one for my car and one for the husband’s.  They each came in their own carrying case (see pics below) which are capable of being mounted with screws.  They appear to be made out of quality, heavy duty plastic.  They are screwed together well and don’t show any signs of falling apart.  They are a bright orange in color and will be visibly easy to locate when needed.  They are pretty lightweight, a little heavier on the “hammer” end.  They are about 7.5″ x 2.5″ x 1″ in size.

 

At the top, it looks sort of like a hammer with two metal points on either end, made of carbon steel & ABS (see pics below).  This is used for breaking the glass.  You will want to hit at the edge or corners, weakest points, to get the glass to break easily.  The bottom portion has a small but very sharp steel blade for cutting the seat belt away (see pics below).

 

I really hope I never have to use this life saving tool but I will definitely have it handy if needed!

You can order yours here:

http://www.rohomii.com/products/auto-safety-escape-hammer

 

If you just recently bought a home and you are reading this, there is something you need to be aware of. Get up from the computer, go outside, and walk around the outer perimeter of your home. You will eventually notice a gray metal box affixed to the side of your home with a clear cylinder in the center. This is called a smart meter.

Smart meters are common attributes on many homes. They’re purpose is to monitor the power usage of each home and business by their respective energy provider.

As to be expected, the mystique surrounding smart meters and their collection of data has a lot of homeowners up in arms. Below is just a few of the grievances that citizens have voiced and the arguments for and against allowing meters to be installed on private properties.

Radiation

All information on the household’s energy consumption is sent remotely through a microwave signal. This signal broadcasts at a low radio frequency that has limited to no effect on an individual’s health.

The transmissions themselves are made up of low energy photons that, in large numbers, could heat up objects (just like a microwave oven). Experts insist that any complications caused by this radiation would have to be over a long period of time. Nevertheless, those concerned with the rads given off by smart meters have recommended purchasing an RF field detector.

Privacy

A smart meter features a ticking counter that acts like a speedometer on a car. From these readings, power suppliers are able to gauge the output of electricity they produce to avoid any potential surges or blackouts.

Collection of this data may fly in the face of the 14th Amendment. With programmable devices becoming ingrained in the household, it will make companies easier to monitor your behavior via power usage.

Safety Hazards

Meters are usually installed by a professional technician who follows a Code of Practice. Following this code means reassuring the homeowner that the meter in being installed safely.

As much as we put our faith in professional technicians, we still have to remember they are human and fallible. Former technicians have spoken out about how stressful the job can be. This stress has led to serious errors such as meters being improperly installed. Faulty installation may also be a contributing factor to reports of meters exploding or catching fire.

Consent

While some homes have their meters pre-installed, you have the right to refuse a smart meter. Hawaii has just joined a growing list of states with an “opt out” policy. Energy companies will still require some way to monitor your intake for billing purposes, however. Thus some alternatives need to be explored.

Owners of older properties have petitioned to keep their analog electromechanical meters instead of updating them to digital. Others suggest that companies eschew microwave signals in favor of DSL or fiber optic communication lines. Another is to adopt energy broker software so the owner can keep track of their own power.