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AncordWorks Bluetooth Shower Speaker, Black/Army Green #Review

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I received the below mentioned complimentary product either for free or a discounted price. All opinions and thoughts are 100% my own.

How often do you sing in the shower? I am always humming or out right singing in my shower but to no music playing. That was until the opportunity came about to review the AncordWorks Bluetooth shower speaker.

About The AncordWorks Bluetooth Shower Speaker~

Black/Army Green
  • This shower speaker is great for shower and outdoor. Made of metal and silicone, water resistance IPX5, shockproof, sandproof and dustproof. With clip Carabiner(included), easy to carry with on the go, camping, beach, hiking, biking.
  • Built-in MIC and hands-free features, you can conveniently pick up a phone call by this Portable Bluetooth speaker in car, bathroom, at home or office, anywhere during it is connected to your phone.
  • TF card play feature, you do not need to carry your smart phone to bathroom, just store your favorite tunes to this 8G TF memory card(included, can store about 1000songs) with the card reader(included), then insert it to the card slot.
  • All-in-one concept, We always think about what you needed, so we provide you this shower bluetooth speaker with all accessories you may need: suction cup/Clip Carabiner/USB Charger/ 8G TF memory Card/ TF card Reader/USB Charge cable.
  • Warranty: 100% Risk-free 12 months Manufacture Warranty.

My Thoughts/Review~

The AncordWorks Bluetooth Shower Speaker has to be the most wonderful product I have ever owned. It is like they knew what I needed. It is so much more than just a shower speaker. You can take and use the AncordWorks Bluetooth Shower Speaker in the car, on a walk or even just out in the back yard. It is powerful and sleek. It does what you want it to do.

I highly recommend the AncordWorks Bluetooth Shower Speaker and give it my thumbs up. You can order one for your very own by going HERE.

 

Safety Tips For The Elderly

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With an increasing number of seniors who prefer living independently, it is important to take the right measures and make sure they’re safe in all environments. Most people are only concerned about the elderly’s safety at home. While that is an essential aspect to consider, they should not forget about their outdoor safety. All kinds of accidents can happen due to the absence of mind or poor weather conditions, for example, slipping on ice during winter months. On the other hand, car accidents are more and more frequent these days. Unfortunately, children and older people are the most inclined to personal injury.

However, there are a few useful tips that everyone can consider when it comes to the safety of their aging parents, neighbors or just seniors in general. Here are a few of them!

Home Safety Tips

There are a lot of important measures that people need to take to protect their aging parents or relatives. They need to consider every single room and accessible space of the home and prepare accordingly. By doing that, they are able to prevent falls and other unwanted accidents. First of all, they could have a panic button that notifies the emergency services. Home accidents can be considerably decreased by installing rails in showers and tubs or by eliminating clutter. Another important thing to consider is whether there is enough lighting in the home or not.

Winter Safety Tips

During the winter months, the cold weather and the snow can have negative impacts on seniors. Sadly, falls are a common occurrence for the elderly, especially during winter months. These falls lead to injuries such as a hip or wrist fractures. Wearing shoes with good traction can significantly reduce this problem. They also need to remember to take their shoes off as soon as they return home to prevent creating slippery conditions because of the snow and ice attached to the soles. Lastly, dressing in layers when going outside and covering all exposed skin areas is essential in this case.

Outdoor Safety Tips

People of all ages are advised to be active and spend as much time as possible outdoors, but there are so many unexpected challenges that might appear. The hot temperatures, slipping on rainy days or even car accidents are just a few of them. Luckily, there is a solution to every problem. During summer months it is vital to drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen even when sitting in the shade and dressing accordingly. Sometimes, no matter how prepared you are, there might happen to be car accidents. In this case, it is important to get in contact with a law firm. Chester Law Group is a personal injury firm that knows exactly how to help you in these situations.

General Safety Tips

To maintain good mental health, they need to build a close circle of friends and prevent isolation. They can meet on a regular basis or just keep in touch over the phone. Keeping plenty of medication on hand is essential for those who are not able to move around easily. Hiring a nurse to come and check on them on a regular basis will prevent unwanted situations. Lastly, installing a home security system, an alarm system, locking the doors and windows and checking on them often makes them feel loved and stops potential dangers.

Every single individual should think about the safety of aging people around them. Taking these measures prevents injuries and makes them feel appreciated.

Secret Words Page

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Welcome to my Secret Words Page. This is a great way to gain extra points on the giveaway tool. Just find the word with the corresponding date and enter it on the widget. Below are some of my favorite things about Pittsburgh…..

 

 

  1.  Steelers

  2.  Pirates

  3.  Penguins

  4.  The Point

  5.  The Incline

  6. Primantis

  7. Rivers

  8. The Mon

  9. Iron City

  10. UPMC

  11. U of Pitt

  12. Duquesne

  13. Bridges

  14. ALCOA

  15. Steel Industry

  16. Fort Pitt

  17. Mellon

  18. South Side

  19. Gene Kelly

  20. Demi Moore

  21. Joe Manganiello

  22. Strip District

  23. David Conrad

  24. Andy Worhol

  25. Heinz Ketchup

  26. Dog Parks

  27. Klondike

  28.  Isaly’s Chipped Ham

  29. Big Mac

  30. Clark Bar

  31. Pierogie

Good luck to you! I hope you enjoyed learning a little about the city I love.

Thinking of Coming out as Transgender Here’s What you Need to Know

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Coming out is one of the most significant moments of a person’s life, and while it is often a liberating experience and the beginning of living a more open life, coming out is often a scary experience. No matter how much you might try and mentally prepare, coming out to those closest to you, your friends, family, and parents is always going to be difficult.

Here is a brief guide to coming out aimed at those who are considering doing so and would like to know as much as they can about other people’s experiences beforehand.

How to Come Out

A survey undertaken by a popular online trans community found that those who came out via a face to face conversation fared better, that is they were less likely to be rejected, than those who came out via letter or text message. The difference between the two methods is significant (75% vs 25%).

Of course, there are other potential explanations here, for example those who chose to come out via a letter or text might have done so because they already felt more likely to face rejection. However, regardless of the reason for the differing statistics, many of those who came out in person felt that doing so gave them a greater degree of control over the situation and allowed them to express themselves more fully.

What is it Like?

The experience of coming out will be different for every person, as this article from Consolidate Times demonstrates. The way that one person feels most comfortable in coming out won’t necessarily apply to the next person as everyone’s feelings and circumstances will be different. As you would expect, coming out is far less stressful when it is done willingly whereas having to come out before you are ready can be a deeply traumatizing experience.

Coming out is a decision that people agonize over for a great deal of time before they finally take the plunge. It is perfectly normal to be hesitant about coming out as it marks a dramatic change in the individual’s life and can often affect their relationships with other people as well. The reactions from friends and family can range from support and acceptance, to complete rejection and being thrown out the house.

Where Can I Find Support?

As always, having a reliable, caring friendship group will make it much easier to come out. However, not everyone is lucky enough to have such a support network, and some people will be coming out to everyone for the first time. For these people there is additional support available from a variety of charities and other organizations.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) maintains a list of support resources for trans people. This is a fairly comprehensive list of US organizations that offer support or other resources for LGBT people, as well as links to some useful online information and resources.

Coming out as transgender isn’t easy, but it is an important step towards living a life as the person that you truly want to be.

World Port Seafood By Omaha Steaks #WPSeafood @worldportseafood

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I received the below mentioned complimentary product either for free or a discounted price for the purpose of promoting this product.

Do you find this time of year that you eat more seafood? It does not matter if you are religious or just eating healthier, I want to share with you a new company that I have fallen in love with….World Port Seafood By Omaha Steaks. I am very thankful that they have allowed me to try their products and give my opinions on what I received.

About World Port Seafood~

World Port Seafood is an Omaha Steaks company. We’re much more than just beef… so much more, in fact, that we’ve launched World Port Seafood to use our expertise and unique market position to deliver more culinary experiences that are guaranteed better than anywhere else. Here’s the World Port Seafood story and why you should buy frozen seafood from us.

My Thoughts~

In my home, Lent is a big deal. We attend church every Wednesday and Friday evening and we do not eat meat on those days as well. I know there are a ton of  recipes out there but finding quality seafood is another story but that is all about to change because I found World Port Seafood by Omaha Steaks. I received Yellowfin Tuna Steaks, Argentina red shrimp, fillets and Five Grain Rice Pilaf. Some pints I am loving about World Port Seafood:

  •   High-quality seafood delivered to your door

  •  Takes the doubt out of “fresh” seafood from the grocery store that you don’t know much about.

    • Everything is in season, everywhere, because we get seafoods where they’re best and freeze them for freshness and perfection.
    • Great entrees made by our expert chefs that make cooking seafood much easier
    • Everything you order is 100% guaranteed
    • Free shipping on every order of $49 or more

It makes such a huge difference when you cook your dishes with such fresh items as these seafood selections. My family and friends cannot get enough of this when I cook with World Port Seafood.