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Pamper Yourself with Bob and Brad Foot Massager

May 29, 2024 By Anne

I am a floral designer during the day. I stand all day long. During Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day I may be on my feet for up to 14 hours a day. That sounds rough! Being on your feet all day deserves some serious pampering. Here are a few ideas to target your tired legs and unwind your mind:

Soothe Your Legs:

Warm Bath with Epsom Salts: A warm bath with Epsom salts is a classic for a reason. The magnesium in the salts helps relax muscles, while the warmth improves circulation. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil like lavender or chamomile for an extra relaxing touch.
Foot Soak and Massage: Fill a basin with warm water and add some Epsom salts or a foot soak solution. Soak your feet for 15-20 minutes, then give yourself a foot massage using lotion or coconut oil. Focus on your arches and toes, which can get especially tight after standing all day.

Would you like a foot massage without doing it yourself? Try the Bob and Brad foot massager machine with heat and remote control. I was lucky to have one of these sent to me to review.

The Bob and Brad foot massager has 4 settings to choose from.

You can also use heat to add that special touch. If you want to change the intensity there is no reason to get up or bend down, just use the remote that comes with it.

After my long days at work it was heavenly to come home and pamper my tired feet.

Other ways to pamper yourself:

Unwind Your Mind:

Light a Candle and Put on Calming Music: Create a spa-like atmosphere at home by lighting some scented candles and putting on calming music. There are many relaxation playlists available online, or you can create your own with your favorite calming tunes.
Read a Book or Listen to a Podcast: Escape into a good book or listen to a podcast on a topic that interests you. This is a great way to take your mind off work and de-stress.
Do Some Gentle Stretches or Yoga: Light stretching or yoga can help to loosen up tight muscles and improve circulation. There are many gentle yoga routines available online that are perfect for beginners or those who are short on time.

Bonus Pampering:

Treat Yourself to a Home Facial: After soaking in the bath, give your face some extra TLC with a homemade facial mask. There are many recipes available online for masks made with simple ingredients like honey, yogurt, and avocado.
Make Yourself a Healthy and Delicious Meal: You don’t want to cook after a long day? Order takeout from your favorite healthy spot. Or, if you do have some energy, whip up a quick and easy meal that’s good for you.

No matter what you choose to do, make sure to take some time for yourself to relax and unwind. You deserve it!

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Anne

I'm a mother of 2 who likes to get involved in too much! Besides writing here I started a non-profit, I'm on the PTO board, very active in my community and volunteer in the school. I enjoy music, reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with my family. We just adopted our 3rd cat and love them all!

CURVD Earplugs

November 8, 2023 By Nicole Valenzuela

We recently talked about using technology to help with education.

One thing that I’d like to add is the ever changing environment my daughter studies in. As a teenager she is making the most of her portability while boosting her productivity by utilizing CURVD earplugs. She has noticed a significant improvement in her ability to focus and cut out loud distractions.

CURVD earplugs are comfortable, reusable and allows my daughter to maintain a calm environment even in a noisy cafe. I’ve also found them practical for myself when I have some time to read and unwind but also need to be aware of my home.

They don’t block out all sound but rather filter it out. In this way you can still hear speech and music clearly, just a lot more quietly.

CURVD earplugs come nicely packaged and have a quality look and feel to them straight out of the box.

Finding an environmental responsible earplug was a challenge when we looked at adding these products into our home. I had to dig a little deeper and found on the CURVD website they put in the effort with using 100% recyclable materials in their products as well as offering a silicone take-back program.

At CURVD, they are not just creating amazing products – they are working to build a better future for all.

Now I’m off to go try to read a book. When you do get the chance to find a little bit of peace and quiet you need to take it.

– Nikki Valenzuela

Nicole Valenzuela

Charcuterie Board Kits: A Fun and Easy Way to Entertain

April 24, 2023 By Anne

I was recently asked to check out Platterful’s all in one box charcuterie kits. I decided to include this in my rock painting party. I decided to paint rocks instead of eggs this year!

To start the party off we opened up our kit. Detailed instructions were included to make this fun and easy.

A charcuterie board is a beautiful and delicious way to entertain guests. These boards are typically filled with cured meats, cheeses, and other accompaniments. Everything was included. Small cups for raisins and spoons for the jams and honey.

Here are some tips for creating a charcuterie board if you don’t get a kit: (though I highly recommend a kit from Platterful! So easy.)

1. Choose a variety of meats and cheeses. Charcuterie boards are typically filled with a variety of meats and cheeses, so it’s important to choose a variety that will appeal to your guests. Some popular options include prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, cheddar, mozzarella, and goat cheese.

2. Add some crackers and fruits. Crackers and fruits are a great way to add some variety to your charcuterie board. Some popular options include wheat crackers, celery sticks, grapes, and apples.

3. Don’t forget the condiments! Condiments like mustard, honey, and jam can add a touch of sweetness and spice to your charcuterie board.

4. Arrange the meats and cheeses in a visually appealing way. The way you arrange the meats and cheeses on your charcuterie board will make a big difference in its overall look. Try to create a variety of textures and colors, and make sure to leave some empty space on the board so that your guests can easily reach the food.

At Platterful we deliver curated charcuterie boards right to our customer’s doorsteps via our first of its kind all-in-one kit, complete with instructional and educational content, which is what really sets us apart. We offer a subscription so that every month customers get all new meats, cheeses and accompaniments complete with new educational material on how to assemble the perfect board every time.

Here are some pics of our rocks.

Anne

Groove Life Gear Review

November 26, 2021 By Nicole Valenzuela

Hello again everyone!

I would like to introduce my only daughter, Gabby. She’s the “baby” of my family and turning 19 this November. She’s kind, intelligent, funny and fierce and I’m a very proud Mom!

Gabby is probably my easiest to make happy when it comes to how she likes to celebrate her birthday, as well as to shop for. Her style ranges from Crocs and torn jeans to stylish rompers and bursting colors!

When I ask her how she’d like to celebrate each year her request is always the same, to have a family dinner made of her favorite dish – my lasagna with a cake or sometimes a Key Lime Pie of course!

Very rarely does she have a gift request, which is both a blessing and a curse. I have to think, plan, shop and discover the things she may like.

So now that I’ve told you just how easy going and special this girl is, I need your help! Any suggestions on how I can “wow” my daughter with a gift this year?

For reference here is my darling girl at a local park we enjoy walking. As you see I wasn’t exaggerating when I said torn jeans! Camo is her favorite pattern, her stackable rings and tactical belt are from Groove Life and show her active, adventure-inspired style. Maybe I’ll add to her outdoorsy collection this year or to her minimal but mighty glam style but either way – I better start shopping,

1 month to go!

– Nicole Valenzuela

Nicole Valenzuela

Groove Life Watch Band Review

June 5, 2020 By Marijean

Do you own a smart watch? Do you love purchasing customized bands to add a fashionable look to go with your outfits?

Whether it is an Apple, FitBit, Samsung etc…these are all the rave. I have an Apple Watch and I love to customize my bands. I have though ordered bands online that have broke or stretched out very quickly which is disappointing. A few years back I did a review on silicone rings from a company called Groove Life. They contacted me to let me know they now offer smart watch bands. I was so excited to receive and try out these bands.

Groove Life offers high-performance silicone watch bands for men and women. Groove Watch Bands are durable and breathable, yet surprisingly comfortable. The bands are available for Apple, Samsung and Fitbit type smart watches. They come in a variety of band styles, hardware colors and band sizes.

The band prices range from $39.95-$54.95. When the bands arrive to your door they are packaged in nice metal tins to hold the bands. This is great for storage when you aren’t using your bands.

When you order you will get to choose your hardware color. I have a rose gold apple watch so I chose rose gold hardware. The color matches almost perfectly to my watch. I love that the offer the hardware color so everything matches nicely. You can also choose if you want a shorter band or a longer band. I picked the shorter band and it fits perfectly with my narrow 38mm watch face.

Installing the bands on to my watch was simple and took seconds. The fit is perfect. The bands are super comfortable to wear (they are a bit stiff at first, but after a few days I noticed that they get more flexible) and even dry great once out of the shower/pool.

Not to mention that they have an AMAZING warranty! If you break it, stretch it or even lose it…they will replace it. How awesome is that?!

In conclusion, I am very impressed and happy with Groove Life watch bands. They are fashionable, comfortable and made of high quality material. With the outstanding warranty they have, I definitely do not mind spending $49.95 on a Groove Life watch band.

Please check out their site to see all of the awesome watch band colors and designs. Make sure to check out the Groove Life Silicone Rings available too!!!

*I was sent the mentioned product in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own.