Month: November 2017

Joyful mcm outlet store Mothering

“We caught your hints mommy” my seven year old beamed as she placed the gift bag in front of me on the floor and they all surrounded me in anticipation. “Open it.”

Smiling I hoped they had picked up my not-so-subtle hints about getting some nice black ink gel pens, stationary or planner refills for Christmas. I had really hinted big time for the pens. After all I had left my list on the refrigerator. I especially hated running out of “my” pens. It seemed everyone always used “my” pens and I was the one left mcm store borrowing their pens. So more than anything else, I hoped the kids would get me my own writing pens. Black gel pens with comfort grips were particularly nice. I liked them but they were a bit too pricey for me to buy for myself. Funny, if the kids needed gel pens I would buy them but I could never bring myself to spend that much money on myself on something that I did not consider a necessity.

Derek and I had always been very practical since we had kids we had opted not to exchange gifts for ourselves during the holidays. Instead our finances were directed towards getting gifts for the kids and some charitable causes. However, as the kids got older they insisted on getting gifts for us. So, we agreed to receive the gifts as long as they were practical and did not exceed a certain dollar limit. The gel pens were well within the price range for the kids to get them for me. So when Jolene placed the bag in front of me. I prepared myself to look surprised and pondered mcm travel bag where I would hide them so only I could use them.

As I gazed down at the box, it looked rather large for gel pens but our family was known for throwing suspicious family members off the scent of an anticipated gift by wrapping earrings in a shoe box, or stuffing a shirt in a mug. Since the kids seemed overly excited about me opening the gift as did Derek I was sure the pens were in the package. So I opened the gift and inside the box was a big stuffed bunny with a red mcm crossbody bag wool sweater and a school uniform plaid skirt. I dug in the box to see if the pens had somehow fallen under the bunny. No pens. Just the bunny.

Disappointed I said dryly “You got me a bunny…Why?-“Glancing at Derek’s facial expression I could see I had said the wrong thing. Nonverbally he seemed to say you better clean this one up real quick. It was one of those moments of motherhood I’d rather forget. I’m usually pretty good at hiding my disappointment and generally I don’t have unrealistic expectations of the kids. I remember as a kid desperately wanting nothing more than to please my parents and the pain of falling short. Drawing on that reminisce, internally I pulled myself together and within seconds asked more excitedly this time “so, why did you get me a bunny?’

 

 

Halloween mcm backpacks Tips

Halloween is not the time to put any new lawn ornaments that may be dear to you in the front yard.

Regarding pranksters, Halloween is also a time to hide the eggs and toilet tissue from the children that are prone to playing pranks.
Those kind of tricks can be quite messy and costly.
Halloween is a time to dress the kids up in their fantasy. Well, unless you have strange kids who request President Bush masks. That is a joke, by the way! Looking at the price of costumes now days I know why some parents used to send their children out trick or mcm totes treating in sheets! My word.

For a good Halloween scare go candy shopping. The price of candy is enough to give you a fright!
In this article you will find some useful and safe Halloween tips.
My Halloween tips are: always provide the kids with a sturdy bag to place their candy in. Nothing is worse than a mcm clutch child trying to carry all their treats because the bag tore.
Always have some soothing hot chocolate waiting at home to calm down a child who got frightened by that talking pumpkin that your neighbors put at their front door. Yes, they thought it was funny but, your child may have nightmares until adulthood.

Be ready for that wiggly tooth to come out in the hard as your head candy apple they received.
I am betting most of you take kids to trick or treat places you know and trust so I won’t even mention the need for examining the treats carefully. It is hard to do this if they eat most of the candy before arriving home.
Keep the front and back yards well lit mcm backpack outlet all Halloween night.

For kids:
Reflective costumes, a yes. All black costumes, a no.

We want them to be seen, it is Halloween, for goodness sake.
Haunted houses are in. Having a pumpkin carving contest is out
Bobbing for apples is a risk and I would not try that with kids.
Let the kids know that giving a neighbors’ dog a Halloween buzzcut is not a good trick!
I think that is about it, except you may want to hide the black cat, if you have one.
Some kids are just plain mean. Must be the season?
Oh and remember that a piece of pumpkin pie does not equal a treat. Not to a child.
If you have no candy to give, just hide. They will go away someday…..
Happy Halloween!

 

From Heroes To mcm belt cheap Zeroes

Last evening (September 10th, 2006), the CBS news show, Sixty Minutes, devoted a segment to the medical and financial problems, that people are suffering from, who worked at Ground Zero in the aftermath of 9/11. A few of these rescue workers have already died – a mere five years after 9/11. Thousands upon thousands more are suffering from severe respiratory problems – that they will never recover from, and will indeed eventually die from.

Common sense alone, would tell anyone – at least anyone without an agenda – that there has to be a connection between the unbelievable number of rescue workers who have already developed respiratory problems (most of the them being relatively young, fit NYC mcm sale firefighters and cops) and the fact that two 110 story towers composed of steel, glass, asbestos – and Lord knows what else – were essentially reduced to dust that hung in the air for weeks.

And if common sense isn’t good enough, medical tests and autopsies have confirmed that connection according mcm bags outlet to Sixty Minutes.

In short, the connection between working at Ground Zero and the ridiculously large number of respiratory problems is an open and shut case – that is, to everyone but the Bush administration.

For many families, their medical problems have led to severe financial problems as well as ‘twilight zone’ government decisions. For example, one worker described how he was denied worker compensation benefits – as pathetically inadequate as those would have been.

It is an absolute moral disgrace how our mcm handbags sale government has abandoned these heroes. And since the entire federal government is controlled by Republicans – the buck stops with them.

The only reason Bush even stood next to the cops and firefighters at Ground Zero for a few minutes, expressing his ‘solidarity’ with them and proclaiming them “heroes”, was for political reasons. That is the only reason Bush does anything. Bush doesn’t, and never did, care about those men and women.

If Bush and the Republicans truly cared about these heroes, they would be outraged by some of the ‘twilight zone’ government decisions that have been made. But they’re not.

If Bush and the Republicans truly cared about these heroes, they would set aside a relatively tiny sum of money and make sure that these heroes at least enjoyed quality medical care for the rest of their shortened lives. It’s not like giving these people quality medical care is going to materially impact the gargantuan Republican fiscal deficits. But there are no plans for that.

 

What to Look for in a mcm backpacks cheap Baby Stroller

If you get the wrong baby stroller for your personal lifestyle it could prove to be a costly mistake. Good baby strollers are quite an expensive purchase especially if you start looking at the initial investment for your newborn as one total outlay. Not only do you have to buy a baby stroller but there are all the other things you need such as a safety car seat, a crib and all the other nursery furniture, clothes, toys and nursery mcm backpacks for sale safety items such as a baby monitor, it all adds up.

The best bet is to make sure you get your baby purchases right first time, even if the cost of the baby stroller you really want is a bit more than you had originally intended to spend. A few dollars extra at the start is far better than having to fork out for another baby stroller mcm phone case when you find you have made the wrong choice.

As with everything baby, safety must come at the top of your stroller list. It’s advisable to buy a new baby stroller so that you can easily check that your baby stroller meets all the required safety standards.

A good baby stroller will have a five point harness but as a minimum you want a crotch strap to prevent your baby from slipping out from under the safety belt and the breaking system is important if you don’t want to find your baby making a run for it!

You will spend many hours pushing mcm iphone 7 case your baby stroller so check out the height of the handles, adjustable is best so that both mum and dad can comfortably push the baby stroller.

I don’t think you need reminding that babies make a lot of mess so only buy a baby stroller with washable fabric unless of course you can afford to consider your stroller as disposable.

Don’t forget that your baby won’t travel as light as you do, everywhere you go your changing bag, formula milk (if you are bottle feeding) and other necessary bits and pieces will follow, and somehow you have to carry the shopping as well, so make sure your stroller is sturdy enough to carry a bag or two on the handles and has plenty of storage underneath.

Where ever you go you need to be able to store your baby stroller, in the house, in the car or on the train so check out how easily your baby stroller folds away and if you are regularly out and about on public transport checking out lightweight strollers might be a good idea.

Standard strollers are generally more versatile. They are larger so offer your baby far more room and are designed with greater baby comfort in mind. Standard strollers also tend to have far more storage but it all comes at a cost, more weight and more bulk.

For the more active parents there is always the jogging stroller but this does tend to be for those that can stretch to a second stroller. Jogging strollers have all-terrain suspension systems and work well on most surfaces but they don’t fold as well as other strollers and they are not recommended for newborn babies.

 

Chicken Fingers with cheap mcm bags Honey Mustard

This is a great dish to make ahead of time, if you’re going away for an evening just have the kids wrap the chicken fingers in foil and reheat at 300 F. Your kids can make fruit kabob’s as a side dish also. You can make the honey mustard 2 days ahead to let the flavors blend whenever you make this dish. Chicken finger leftovers are great served cold on pita bread with lettuce, tomato, and honey mcm online mustard.

Shopping list: boneless, skinless, chicken breasts – Dijon mustard

On hand: milk, flour, honey, salt, pepper, oil,

For the chicken;
4 skinless, boneless, chicken mcm shop breasts- thawed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup milk
1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Honey Mustard
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1. Cut chicken into 1/2 x 2-inch strips. For honey mustard sauce, blend honey and mustard in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. Mix flour salt and pepper in a  mcm backpack small shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk. Roll in flour mixture to coat well. Place chicken on waxed paper.
3. Pour 1/4 in of oil into a large heavy skillet. Heat over medium-high heat to 350 F or until a cube of white bread dropped in oil browns evenly in 1 minute.
4. Divide chicken into batches Place chicken in an even layer in hot oil. Fry, turning once, for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauce.

Serves 6

Express tips:
Stainless steel salad tongs are very handy to use to fry the chicken. The chicken will fry easier if it isn’t very thick. Put the flour mixture in a resealable plastic bag. Dip chicken fingers into the milk, place in the bag and shake all the chicken strips at once to coat.

 

One Shopping Trip cheap mcm Away

I read a study about the garnishes used in most cocktails and glasses of iced tea. A scientist got interested in how safe these items were. The answer? They aren’t. Most of them have been contaminated with something dangerous. This applies to your everyday shopping as well.

Lessons Learned from H1N1: That’s when the wipes started showing up outside stores. The flu virus can live up to 48 hours after contact even in cold temperatures. This leaves a shopping cart a hot zone when it comes to contagious diseases

Produce: I’ve watched people literally browse through a specific fruit or vegetable bare handed in order mcm outlet store to find the perfect one. While some stores have tongs for this, not many use them and some “borrow” them. The thought of someone I don’t know handling what I’m planning on eating without the courtesy of gloves is scary.

Here is a trick that will help you avoid being a dangerous browser. I open the plastic bags provided, stick my hand in, get what I want and then turn the bag inside out. That way my hands have not touched food that others are going to eat.

Meat: It’s not so much who handles the meat. That’s done by butchers who are properly attired. It does bring up something to consider. Where in your cart do you put the meat? Even properly wrapped mcm travel bag it can contaminate what’s under it.

Loading the Cart: Due to concerns that one product could harm another product (and that putting laundry soap on top of bread makes for squished bread) I create areas for each type of item. This keeps the meat separate from the produce and the bread and potato chips from becoming expensive crumbs. I recommend others do the same.

Sanitizers: I use these twice. The first time is when I get my cart. The second time is when I’m done with my cart. That way mcm crossbody bag anything I may have is cleaned up in case the next person doesn’t do the job.

I have brough home various illnesses from the grocery store. I don’t want to do it again and I don’t want to be responsible for someone catching anything I might have. It’s more than common courtesy… it could save a life.

 

How To Travel mcm handbags Gluten-Free

If you are gluten sensitive or have Celiac Disease then you know how difficult it is to manage your condition under normal circumstances. Add to that a schedule that includes travel and things can get out of hand. No matter how you travel or where you go follow these tips to eat gluten-free on the road.

* Use a travel agent to plan your trip. There are many options including guided travel with guides who share your condition. Research all of your destinations in advance to find gluten-free mcm belts restaurants.

* Ask your doctor to give you a letter explaining your diagnosis and dietary needs. If flying mark all your food by adding labels or writing on bags.

* Start by notifying your hotel, airline, cruise line or train company about your dietary needs. In addition to asking about gluten-free options ask how food is prepared so you can avoid cross-contamination.

* Pack your own non-perishable food mcm totes. Make sure you have enough snacks like trail mix, packages of tuna fish, dried fruit, cookies, chips and fresh fruit. Make sure you have enough of your own food to eat when you can’t eat gluten-free.

* Many airlines offer gluten-free options for meals that you can purchase. The standard airline code “GFML” is used to designate gluten-free meals. You must order these meals in advance and make sure that is what you receive while in the air.

* Take your gluten-free supplements and medication with you. Don’t pack them in your suitcase in case it takes a mcm clutch side trip without you! Keep them in your purse, briefcase or carry-on bag.

* Take a list of gluten-free food with you or download one of the many apps available for your cell phone or tablet. If you are traveling to a foreign country buy the list in the language of your destination.

 

With a few precautions and advance planning traveling around the world can still be fun, educational and safe for your entire family.

 

Corporate Gifts cheap mcm backpack Ideas

What do you get the boss who seemingly has everything? Perhaps it is the boss’s birthday, or it may be a holiday, or perhaps you have just received a promotion and you want to exhibit a show of gratitude. Or, if you are the boss, what do you get your employees to show appreciation for a job well done, or to celebrate the successful completion mcm replica of an important project? There are always a million corporate gift ideas that a person can consider, but when it comes to something moderately priced, tasteful, and personal at the same time, nothing beats a monogrammed, embroidered, or silk screened item to show that you care, or that you remember.

Getting something for the boss is always a difficult task, because you don’t want to appear extravagant, but you don’t want to appear overly frugal either. It is easier than you realize; however, as nothing says “thank you” as fervently as a monogrammed gift. Whether it is a heavy-duty steel frame stadium seat covered with durable canvas, a multipurpose travel tote, a golf bag, or something as small as linen handkerchiefs, nothing proves more personal than embossing your boss’s name or initials to make these truly one of a kind items. If your boss is an animal lover, one can mcm belt cheap even monogram his or her pet’s name on an eco-friendly, pesticide free, hypoallergenic dog mattress of your choice, or perhaps an animal sweater.

Bosses can show their appreciation for employees with any number of monogrammed specialty items, such as baseball caps, duffel bags, beach towels, or even faux fur baby blankets. Perhaps somebody from the office has just had a baby; there is nothing more perfect than a personalized article of baby clothing. Or, if your group has just successfully completed an urgent and important task, you can mark the occasion with matching t-shirts, silk screened to match the event. Think about it; nothing suggests company pride more than seeing the company logo or mcm sale company name with a significant time or date on a screen printed t-shirt worn by an employee.

Whether one only wants a single item, or needs their items produced in bulk for a large number of people, personalized monogrammed, lithographed, or screen printed gifts announce the perfect corporate message for bosses and employees alike. Monograms can be stitched in a variety of fonts, various colors of thread, and a customized message that go beyond the standard initials or name, and screen printed items can be even more personal. Not only can one have someone’s name, or company name, emblazoned on a gift item of their choice, screen printing can provide a personal photograph, or other special keepsake affixed to the souvenir.

Whatever the occasion, whether it is a holiday, birthday, or simply a special moment for the company, a monogrammed or screen printed corporate gift provides a timeless souvenir that is not only a personalized memento, but is also a token of gratitude that will last forever.

George N Anderson is a freelance writer, blogger and entrepreneur. He loves reading, traveling, playing sports and sharing useful websites like Legacy Monograms, a leading provider of custom embroidery and screen printing for corporations, organizations and individuals.

 

Surf Fishing for mcm backpack mini Pompano

Pompano are one of the most targeted fish by fishermen. Not only do pompano put up a tremendous fight, but they also taste fantastic as well. Pompano are a very mild tasting fish, with an almost clear flesh, great for people who don’t like fish. The average size pompano is around one to three pounds; although the current record for the largest is eight pounds. Pompano are primarily caught off beaches and mcm backpacks replica piers.

One of the most popular ways to catch pompano is from the beach, which is called surf fishing. Surf fishing requires the use of longer than normal fishing rods. In order to reach pompano we use different size fishing rods that range from ten to twelve feet in length, which gives us the ability to cast further out. Pompano can be caught from only a few feet from shore to 100 yards out.

Before heading out, I first have to make up a couple of pompano rigs. The rigs I use are nothing more than a double dropper rig. You can buy pompano rigs that are already made at your local bait and tackle store. Once I have enough rigs, I grab about three lead weights. I prefer to use 4 oz. pyramid weights as they are heavy enough to hold the bottom, and mcm backpacks cheap they allow me to cast further. Next, I grab my 10 and 12 foot surf rods and spool on 200 yards of 20 pound fishing line.

After going through all my tackle, I now begin to load up my truck. First, I grab my beach cart, which holds all of my gear for me at the beach, and place it in the back of my truck. I then grab my big cooler, for all the fish I catch, and place it inside the cart. After the cooler, I place my tackle bag, sand spikes, and rods into the bed of my truck. Now, that everything has been loaded up, I begin to drive to the beach.

Before hitting the beach, I have to make a stop at my local bait and tackle store. I need to purchase some bait, and I prefer to buy sand fleas for pompano. Pompano love sand fleas, but shrimp will also work as well. I also pick up a big bag of ice for the cooler; you want mcm backpacks for sale  to keep fish cool as they spoil in the heat.

Once I arrive at the beach, I begin to unload my truck, placing everything in the beach cart. I then begin to walk down the beach to my favorite spot. When I arrive at my spot, I start off by placing my sand spikes in the sand. Next, I begin to assemble my rods pieces together and thread the line through the guides. I then tie on a pompano rig and attach a 4 oz. pyramid weight. After making sure everything is tied on properly, I grab two sand fleas and place them on the hooks.

Now, comes the time to throw out my lines. I usually throw my ten foot rod closer to the shore, around thirty yards, and my twelve foot rod around sixty yards. After throwing out my line, I reel in the slack line, place the rod in the sand spike, and wait for those tasty pompano to grab the hook.

 

Family Travel mcm purse 101

Simplifying family travel is the unattainable goal of every parent. People have been giving tips and ideas on this for a very long time, and yet the topic never gets old. Here’s a run down of some very basic things that can be done to make sure traveling as a family is actually enjoyable.

While you should always allow for some spontaneity in trips, when traveling with children planning is extremely important. Involving the whole family, even the kiddos, is essential. It helps build the excitement for everyone. Whether you’re using a travel advisor or doing it all by cheap mcm backpack yourself, make sure that you ask a lot of questions. For example, what sort of things interest each and every person traveling? This helps narrow down the destination, the tours, and even the hotel.

After involving everyone in the trip planning and booking it, how else do you make traveling as a family easier? One idea is to learn more about the destination together. Go to the library and check out some books about where you will be visiting. If your children are a bit older, help them find novels set in that destination. But learning about a place is more than what’s in a history or travel book. Get a cookbook about the destination’s cuisine, whether from the library or a book store, and as a family choose some recipes and prepare them. This was something that my own family would do when I was younger and it really does leave a lasting impression cheap mcm bags.

The hardest part of traveling together is how to keep everyone entertained so that they don’t ask the age old question of “are we there yet”? Airports are changing to be more kid-friendly but are by no means completely there yet. When flying, one way to keep little ones out of trouble is to give each kid a disposable camera. Let them take their own pictures of their journey. Once your trip is over, you can get them developed and they can make their own scrapbook. However, if you’re a more adventurous family that wants to try traveling by train or car, there are other entertainment ideas. Before you depart, gift a bag to each child to decorate. This will be their trip bag where they can pack their favorite toys and mcm online trip essentials.

Scavenger hunts in a train or car?! Yes, these can absolutely be fun! You can find unique attractions online that will be on the route to put on your own scavenger hunt sheet or print one out. There are also great geocaching phone apps that you can download that will help you. The geocaching works best if it’s a road trip.

While getting there can be fun, enjoying the time together as a family at your destination certainly can’t be beat. Remember to keep it simple when traveling with kids. Make sure that you plan when and how the family is going to do the things you absolutely don’t want to miss out on. However, allow time to just relax by the pool and for naps; there’s nothing worse than a cranky, sleepy family on vacation.

You can use the same techniques used to entertain everyone on the way there when you’re returning home. Just remember that at this point everyone is tired, despite the fun you’ve had together.

There are certainly more destination specific tips to take into consideration when traveling as a family. But the best thing to keep in mind is that these family trips will help make up the memories of your family history and shouldn’t be missed!