Seat cover protects against sweat and dirt, cleans up easy in the wash!

Ok, so here's the deal. I sweat like a crazy person at the gym. If I didn't change into a 2nd set of clothes at the gym, I was using a beach towel to cover my seat - all in an effort to make sure my truck seat didn't end up smelling like a locker room. Both of those options meant an extra load of laundry every week...definitely not fun! The reviews on this product looked great, so I thought I'd give it a chance. I am pretty darn satisfied!
1) The cloth is heavy and soaks up sweat like a champ.
2) The backing keeps the sweat from going through the cover.
3) The top slips easily over the headrest - mine has a dvd monitor and is quite large.

4) There is an elastic strap along the bottom edge which I used to secure the cover to my seat underneath.
5) The only downside I have found is that it basically lays like an oversized towel on the seat, which means it doesn't fit snuggly along the edges. The inside edge sometimes gets in the way of buckling my seatbelt. I wish there were ties on the sides that could be secured behind the seat.

6) Wash, dry, and re-install. It's that simple. And because of the heavy material, I only have to wash once a week! No funky smell and no wet seat!

Check it out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01KNWU66W/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Wireless, bluetooth, and waterproof....yes!!!!

I have a JBL+2, which has great everything. But I needed a speaker so my husband would quit stealing my Christmas present to take to work...lol! This speaker, according to the description, looked like a perfect fit. Since I do have another waterproof bluetooth speaker for comparison, here is what I think about this AYAL speaker.

1) I got a full charge on the speaker in about 4 hours. If you know electronics, then you know that this can be influenced by charging cords and adaptors. So, your charge time could be more or less.
2) Bluetooth hook-up is easy. Following the instructions and you'll be hooked up seconds.
3) The sound is pretty great. Comfortably loud with my phone volume, and party loud by using the speaker volume. The bass isn't too shabby for a portable speaker - it doesn't crackle or sound muffled.
4) I got the speaker wet while washing my truck, and it's still working. That's a big plus in my book. Next summer it will be coming to the pool with me!
5) The charge seemingly lasts forever. I've been using this for a couple weeks for an hour or two a day and I still have yet to plug it in for a recharge.
6) The only reason this speaker gets 4 out of 5 stars is the range of the bluetooth connection. I know that all phones are a little different as far as bluetooth range, but I can't take my phone more than 5-10ft away from the speaker before music cuts out. With my JBL, I can walk into the house or 50ft away with no problem. Boost the bluetooth signal capability on the speaker and I'd give it 5 stars!

Small but great quality canvases!

Not gonna lie, I totally did not pay attention to the size of these when ordering. I was thinking big canvases, not tiny ones.

After my initial shock wore off, I had to get busy trying to figure out a use for these little buggers. I initially toyed with the idea of making ornaments out of these. However, they wouldn't have looked right with my new tree theme this year. I turned them over to my teenager in the end. Within a day she knew what she wanted to use them for.

As you can see in the photo, she hot glued the canvases together and used them to make an abstract of a cloud with rain by melting crayons. She is absolutely in love with it, and I have to say it's pretty awesome! The canvases are a great quality with sturdy frames. This masterpiece is going to hold up for a long time!!!

Next time I'll pay attention to sizes when ordering because these are great.

Check them out at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KONDD9C

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Simply Simily is simply amazing!

If you're looking for an alternative to the heavily priced Yeti or Hydroflask but still want the same features, this is it!!!

1) This 64oz jug is huge. As you can see in the pic, I placed it next to a 64oz travel mug so you can see how it stacks up.
2) The ice cube pic is a reference. I filled the jug halfway with ice and added tea. I refilled the tea halfway through the day and still there was ice. I left it over night and, as you can see in my other pic, there is still ice over 30 hours later! Beverages stay cold....I'm talking colder than from the fridge cold.

3) Hot, hot, hot! Hot beverages stay piping hot. The coffee I tested stayed hot for over 36 hours!
4) Just a heads up, this thing is heavy. The bottle weight is a pound and a half, and with a beverage added it hits 5lbs. I guess it could make a great defensive weapon if needed..lol!
5) Because of the weight, it is awkward to carry. I purchased a wide mouth carry handle advertised for the hydroflask and it fits this jug perfectly!
6) You can leave this out in 100 plus degree weather and your beverage will still be icy cold. However, the black bottle does get quite hot to the touch. It doesn't change my feelings for the product, but some might enjoy the heads up.

Check it out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CCLCWOQ/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Oasis bluetooth waterproof headphones....amazing!

Choosing the right headphones can be frustrating. It's not just about a specific product, it's personal. What works for one, won't work for another. So, here's what you need to know about these to make an informed decision.

1) I have charged and run these down 3 times. The first was over night, so no time judgement. I have consistently gotten 7-8hrs out of a charge - that's a combination of music and netflix. I can get a full charge in approximately 2-3 hrs - depends on if I charge at home or in my truck.
2) These are incredibly easy to sync with your phone. Turn sync search on on your phone, push and hold power button on headset until light blinks blue and red, and your phone should pick up the headset within seconds.
3) The sound is pretty great. I don't even have to turn my phone volume all the way up to drown out the gym sounds. Phone and headset volume all the way up will make you deaf - don't try!
4) I can get 50-75 feet away from my phone before the headset cuts out. Remember this is dependent on surroundings as well as your phone.
5) The fit is a little sloppy for me. The ear wings don't adjust down and I have tiny ears. I couldn't make it through crossfit cardio without the flopping off. However, they worked well when I was lifting or walking on the treadmill.

6) The power button is in a funky spot. When I go to adjust them in my ear, I end up pausing my music.
7) The set does come with extra ear plug pieces in different sizes. It's quite easy to change them up to find the perfect fit.
8) I love the small carry case. It makes it much easier to find my headphones in my bag without them being tangled in everything else.
9) It hasn't rained for me to check out the waterproof claims. But, I sweat like crazy at the gym and have had no problems with the set shorting out.

Overall, a great set. I'll use them on days where I'm not doing crossfit.

Check them out at:
https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Headphones-OasisBeat-Earbuds-Sweat-proof/dp/B01DYR1MK2/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&pc_redir=T1

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Great mesh shoe!

I'm always looking for shoes that quickly slide on and off. These looked like the perfect fit for me, and I was right. I love how easily they slide on and off. I love how breathable they are - the mesh is soft but still holds up. I have not had the opportunity to test them out in water, but I have no doubt these shoes will hold up to their claims.

The soles are shaped a little funny, but they actually wear like magic. I'm flat footed so I always worry that any shaped sole will cause pain, but I've had no problem with these. The reason for the missing star is that I ordered according to the size chart, and the shoes are bigger. That's a little frustrating. However, they are not so big as to need returning. As for people saying to remove the rainbow strip, I like it. It adds a little pop to the shoe.

Check them out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01G2VZQ3G/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Telescopic roasting skewers...perfect for home or on the go!

I was a little apprehensive that these were telescopic, but I got them anyway because we needed something portable. The roasting sticks we use now are actually our shish-kabob skewers and aren't great for hauling around or storing in the kitchen. These little sticks are great!

1) As you can see from my pic, they double in length! This is great for keeping little ones out of the flames while still being able to roast like us big kids.

2) I worried the telescoping would make the roasters weak, but it doesn't. I test drove roasting two hotdogs on one roaster - no bending or breaking.
3) Clean-up was a breeze. The sticky from the marshmallow came off easily with soap and water, no real scrubbing. Even the char from having them in the fire longer to roast the hotdogs came right off.
4) The included "wood skewers" are your basic wooden shish-kabob skewers. They are in my drawer until we make a tier cake that needs stability.
5) The carry bag is what makes this set for me. Not only are the roasters not rolling around my kitchen drawer, but I can also snag them and go when we are headed camping or to a friend's house.
6) PSA - A) The tines are extremely sharp. I assisted my kiddos and still managed to poke myself. B) The handles are wood. Don't get them too close to the flames or its bye bye roaster!

Check them out at:
http://www.amazon.com/Marshmallow-Roasting-Bamboo-Sticks-Friendly/dp/B01DYWG03G

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Silicone egg rings...easy use and even esier clean-up!

We have been looking for a great set of egg rings for some time. My hubby rocks at breakfast sandwiches. He wanted something to contain the eggs while they cooked, versus them spreading across the pan. One, that mean only cooking one item at a time, and two that meant having to fold the eggs to get them situated on a sandwhich. We tried metal rings, but they scratched our pan. We've tried other silicone rings, but the eggs stuck (even if we greased them first).

These rings are perfect! Per the instructions, we used cooking oil on the inside first, dumped in the eggs, and waited. When it was time to remove the rings to flip, the eggs didn't stick! We ended up with perfectly round fried eggs for our bagel sandwiches. As you can see, we were still able to cook other items on the griddle at the same time, no waiting around! Clean-up was a breeze - soap and water and good to go! I forget the temperature the griddle was at, but the rings held up great. No melting or waffling.

I'm thinking I need to order more as Christmas presents for family and friends!!

Check them out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HHLJWR6/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Hot or cold, stationary or mobile....you'll love this wrap!

My legs and boots love the stair climber at the gym, my knee not so much! Normally, I'd have to fill an ice bag or ziploc and then lay immobile on the couch or use ace bandages to secure them so I can hobble around. This band has changed my life!

1) This comes with two gel pouches, one for cold and one for heat. I keep one permanently stored in the freezer and the other on top of my microwave.
2) If using as a heat pack, microwave 5-10 seconds at a time as instructions indicate. You don't want to melt or explode the pack. It says you can boil it, but I'm too impatient.
3) The pack secures quite easily to any size leg. It fits my hubby just as easily as it fits me. The velcro holds like a champ.
4) Just drop in the hot/cold pack of your choice and secure. I've been cleaning house with my knee wrapped up today. It hasn't moved or slipped once!!

5) If the wrap gets dirty, just toss it in the wash machine. But don't stick it in the dryer, just let it air dry.
6) On a side note. This says knee wrap, but I've uses it for other areas. I've wrapped it around my waist to put heat on my back. I've wrapped it around my head to add cold relief for a migrain. This is a multi-faceted wrap!!

Check it out at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUOAZ1Y

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

100 Gel Pens...buy them, use them, love them!!!

Yay gel pens!!! Ok, just had to get that out.

100 gel pens is a lot, and it's amazing to have all those options. I'm a crafty kind of person. I'll work on anything from coloring books, to holiday ornaments, to my Midori journal. (That's just some of the hobbies that I can use the gel pens on, I have tons more hobbies.) So, here's what you need to know about this set.

1) There are various metallic, glitter, neon, pastel, and glitter neon pens - as well as 5 standard colors (black, white, red, blue, and green). In my enclosed photos I used the glitter for one, the pastels for another, and the metallic for another. The colors are brilliant and rich.

2) The gel is quite thick. I mean that in a good sense. It covers areas easily and quickly. I checked all of the pens and all are functioning the same.
3) The packaging is great. All the pens have their own slots in one huge package that folds in upon itself to become a fourth of its size. Each section of 25 is sealed with its own two snap flap. Basically, these pens are super portable and incredibly protected.
This is a great set that you won't regret purchasing. Buy one for yourself, buy one for your kids and grandchildren, or buy one for your child's teacher. It doesn't matter who you buy it for, just buy it. You'll love it!!!!

Check them out at the following link:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KGDBNP6

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

You'll definitely want this hose! Portable, lightweight, and tough!!!!

As a reviewer, I will say up front that I received this item at a discount for my honest review. However, that will in no way affect my opinion of this product. Ok, now that we got the boring stuff out of the way, let's get to the good stuff!!

I know you've all seen these types of hoses advertised on television and internet. I know you've seen them in the stores. And each time you probably wonder if they are really capable of the claims that are advertised. Well, this hose is fully capable! It is amazing!!

1) It starts out at about 20 feet long with no water running through it. Once you turn the water on, it is definitely 50 feet long! Once you drain the water (I'll explain that in a moment) it returns to about 20 feet long. This makes it super easy to store, super portable, and super lightweight!

2) Hook up is easy. The included instructions say to install the male and female ends, insert washers, attach sprayer to one end, and the other to the spigot. The great news is that the ends and washers are already affixed, so the prayer and spigot hook-up are the only steps needed.
3) The hanger install is easy - just slide it over the spigot handle!

4) There is an on/off valve on the sprayer end. On to use the trigger and off to not - great to have when you have little ones around so they don't accidently end up spraying you or anything else!
5) Having multiple settings on the sprayer is always great. Wish the jet setting was a little harder, but it by no means ruins the product for me.
6) Best part? Watching the hose fill up and empty!! Turn the valve off, turn the water on, open the valve and watch the magic happen!! To reverse just turn the valve off, water off, open valve and squeeze trigger until all the water drains. Just like magic it shrinks back down.
7) The hose is pretty tough. I've drug it all over the yard and even over a fence with no tears/punctures.

I'm so happy with this hose. Besides being completely ecstatic with how the product functions, I'm over the moon with its portability! We are an Army family that moves every 2 years. We throw a hose away every move because its heavy and hard to drain. This hose will be my saving grace!!!

Check it out at:
http://www.amazon.com/Expandable-RY-Gardener-Stronger-Reliable/dp/B016P008V4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Must have for any party!!

So, I'm not new to the alcohol world, but definitely new to using a cocktail shaker. It's not that it's hard, but there is a rythym to it. My first attempts were not so hot, and I even managed to lose the lid and make a mess. However, I've got it down now!

1) This shaker is definitely sturdy. Countless drops have happened and there are no dings or dents.
2) The metal gets quite cold in the hands once you add the ice. So, shake fast and pour quickly.
3) It says that it's dishwasher safe. But I find it easier to wash it by hand. Everything wipes out easily and I haven't had issues with stickier drinks leaving residues.
4) I'm definitely in love with the shot measure. I love that it is double sided. No more looking for a measuring cup in the middle of making a drink.
5) The 2 included pourers make me feel like a real bartender...lol! I'm trying to learn pouring a perfect shot by counting, but I still need work.

Overall, I'm really in love with this whole set. I need more liquor stock to get adventurous with the cocktails.

Check it out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01C0RCOHM/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Burn XT and Lean XT....they work!

I'm doing a combined review for Burn XT and Lean XT. The products are suggested to be combined for maximum effectiveness.

Burn XT
- It's the thermogenic fat burner of the set. The thermo comes from cayenne and black pepper. The fat burn comes from a healthy dose of caffeine and L-Carnitine.

Lean XT
- Stimulant free fat loss amplifier of the set. It's still got L-Carnitine but it's also full of green tea extract and forskolin - huge fat loss boosters and appetite supressants.

60 capsules per bottle with a suggested serving of 1-2 pills twice a day. I have been taking one of each twice a day for just over 2 weeks now. I don't normally like to review supplements before finishing a bottle, but I received these at a discount for my honest review and have a timeline to adhere to.

These products combined are working pretty great. I feel the energy from the caffeine with just one pill, but my body is getting use to it and I may have to double the dose. The thermo definitely increases my sweat output at the gym. I have a friend who takes a thermo before bed, but this one kept me up - so don't take it too late in the day. I have noticed a drop in appetite as well as intake amount. To put it in perspective, I use to pound back 5 slices of pizza (no judgements) and now I can only fit in 2. No, I do not eat junk food or fast food very often. However, I was on vacation and thought it was a good time to see what these pills could do without me exercising. I maintained bodyweight. The next 2 weeks (finishing the bottles) will have me eating well and exercising daily. So, I'm anxious to see what those results will be.

Overall, I'm happy so far. I'm reserving my fourth star for the end of the bottles.

*Discounted product provided for honest review.

Check them out:
Burn XT
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01BXLYEQ0/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Lean XT
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HE85QOA/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Soundpeats...great bluetooth headphones!

Headphones are specific to the user. What works for one wearer, may not work for another. So, here's what you need to know about this set.

1) Very lightweight. No one wants to wear headphones that pull on the ears and cause pain.
2) Ear hooks are rigid. However, the shape allows them to conform to most ears. Both my husband and I can wear them comfortably.
3) Earbud pieces are angled to better fit the ear canal. No slipping or falling out, even when I used them for a crossfire cardio session.

4) Easy sync. Push and hold middle button until blinking and turn on phone sync. Connected in less than 20 seconds. Phone automatically recognizes them every time.
5) Range is about 50ft from your phone, or at least it was for me. That could also be phone related, so it could be more.
6) The loudness is pretty good. I have to max my phone volume then adjust the volume of the headphones. The sound itself is crystal clear and cancels out gym noise.
7) These charge in a couple hours and last me 4-5 hours at the gym. Doesn't bother me - I just plug them in my truck every couple days.
8) Carrying case is great. I'm always misplacing my headphones, so using the case everytime I'm done ensures no more losses...lol!

That's all I got. The four stars is purely for the charging portion. I wish they lasted a little longer so I could use them for other activities without worrying they will die before I'm finished.

Check them out at:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HXP85EW/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

*Discounted product provided for honest review.