The school year will soon begin again, and students will want to start the year off right by stocking up on the new introductions from BIC's 2013 back to school lineup!  This year's list of must-haves includes the BIC Tech 2-in-1 Stylus and Pen, BIC Automatic Mechanical Pencil, BIC for Her Gel and Marker pens, BIC Brite Liner Highlighter  Tape, BIC Round Stic Grip pen refresh and new BIC Round Stic Grip fashion ink pens and BIC Z4+ Roller refresh.

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If there's one thing I take super seriously, it's the quality of my sleep.  As a working mom, the quantity of sleep I receive always seems to be in short supply.  At times, there's not much I can do about that, but I CAN control the quality of the sleep I receive each night.  When you're battling through a tough day on just a few hours of rest, it's essential that you've maximized how well you slept the night before.  :sleep:

That's why I love checking out my local Sleep Number store.  Sleep Number has dedicated themselves to providing everyone with quality sleep while also realizing that each person might require a slightly different experience at night for that to happen.  After visiting Sleep Number this weekend, I know that they've finally done the impossible...top themselves!

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The Back to School shopping season is now in full swing with just a few remaining weeks of summer remaining.  Along with pencils, notebooks and backpacks, kiddos also need to arm themselves with the traditional equipment needed to keep those supplies safe, such as combination locks.  Unfortunately, around 25% of students have a difficult time remembering their combination and popular electronics like cell phones and iPods are stolen most often.

This year, Master Lock offers two extremely innovative devices designed to EASILY keep your small valuables, electronics, jewelry and cash safe and secure anytime you're away from home.  The Safe Space 5900D Personal Portable Safe is ideal for recreation, campus, office, travel or leisure use.  They've also designed the dialSpeed Digital Combination Lock, a brand new lock that is kid-friendly and memory-free!

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Oriental rugs are passed down from parents to later generations, lovingly cared for as they appear in a townhouse, beach cottage, suburban home or retirement condominium as a warm, comfortable family tradition. All they require is proper care and occasional mending to last, carrying with them the memories of those who owned them and passed them along.

Rugs may have a history which speaks of a family member's travels, a wise investment years ago, or a dining or living room where the family gathered. Children probably crawled on the rug, exploring intricate patterns which enhanced the home's classic decor. Many rugs have their own unique stories beginning thousands of miles away in the hands of skilled workers and artisans.

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Our hair tends to be a very malleable part of our existence.  Indeed, many people change it on a whim in accordance with their mood. If you've been feeling down lately, it may be time to change up your do. You'd be surprised what an alteration of shape and color can do to heighten your mood and outlook. Going short can be very liberating when you've lived for so long with voluminous locks, though you may find yourself a bit torn on the issue.

Designing hair can truly be an art-form, and it requires real skill and perception of color, volume and form in order to be executed correctly. If you've ever been interested in working with hair, it's a great idea to consider attending a school so that you may become more familiar with the craft.

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The below content is sponsored by Sanofi Pasteur’s Headfirst! Expert Advice on Lice campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

Every parent hopes to avoid dealing with head lice, but much like taxes, some things can’t always be avoided. In the United States alone, an estimated six to 12 million head lice infestations occur each year in school aged children. If you are facing head lice after your child returns home from camp, there are resources available to help!

The Headfirst! Expert Advice on Lice website is driven by experts who are also moms, so they get it. The site features basic information on the little critters like symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatment options, and a variety of tools including:

• The How to Lose the Lice Guide, with a handy checklist to save time and reduce stress when battling head lice
• The Headfirst! Lice Experience video allows you to choose your experience, whether it be you’re not sure you have lice, or you just want to get rid of them:

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