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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 23rd, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

All USA Clothing I do my best to dress fashionably and follow most of the popular clothing trends, but for me, there's one rule that automatically trumps all others.  The clothes you choose to wear will look great if they are flattering to your figure.  Fit is the cornerstone of fashion, in my opinion, and the value of a terrific-looking, well-made garment cannot be understated.

That's why I've never truly gotten on board with the low-rise denim trend.  Women (and men) have suffered from love handles and lower tummy pooches since the dawn of time and rather than conceal these figure flaws, low-rise jeans accentuate them.

Finding mid-rise to high-rise jeans with a long leg length are next to impossible though, so of course I was giddy when I discovered AllUSAClothing.com.

Not only do they carry a large selection of items for both women and men, all of their fashions are made right here in the good ol' US of A.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed The Betty - Women's Mid-Rise Boot Cut Jean from All USA Clothing which retails for $64.99.

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July
23
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 23rd, 2012    Filed in: Product Reviews

Workman PublishingOne out of five school-age children need eyeglasses, and one beloved children's author shows them just how lucky they are.  Going from two eyes to four isn't a bummer, says Barney Saltzberg, the creative force behind nearly 40 popular children's books.  In fact, it's a rich adventure.

Just ask Arlo, a shaggy, free-spirited dog who loves to play catch - until one day, he can't see the ball anymore.  He needs glasses!  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Arlo Needs Glasses children's book by Barney Saltzberg, which retails for $15.95, but is currently on sale for $10.85 with FREE SHIPPING.

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July
21
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 21st, 2012    Filed in: Product Reviews

adidas Outdoor In an effort to slow down the hands of time and keep myself fit, I've taken up running.  My favorite place to run is along the many sidewalks and trails surrounding my neighborhood.  I have to admit that I don't necessarily enjoy running, but I haven't found anything else quite like it which whips my cardio level and endurance into shape so quickly.

In order to achieve my personal best while running around the neighborhood, I must zone out.  That's why the clothing I choose to wear is of utter importance to my overall performance.  If a garment is uncomfortable, rubs me wrong or hurts in any way, I'm not able to hit "my zone" and I end up calling it quits long before I should.

adidas has always been my favorite brand of athletic clothing, so naturally I was intrigued to learn of their new adidas Outdoor collection of performance gear.  They were generous enough to send me two pieces from this collection so that I could hit the trails in both comfort and style.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Women's Outdoor Terrex 3/4 Tights and Swift ActiveTop Running Tank Top in Core Energy from adidas, which retail for $60.00 and $45.00, respectively.

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July
21
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 21st, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

Improv ElectronicsFrom as far back as I can remember, I've been a list maker...to-do lists, grocery lists, wish lists, shopping lists.  You name it and I'll make a list for it.  Especially now that I'm getting older and trying to run a household and three businesses, keeping lists is the only way I know to make sure I get done what needs to be accomplished and still stay sane!  :pull hair out:

Using scraps of paper to make all of these various lists I keep isn't very good for the environment and since I've vowed to "be more green" this year, I knew there had to be a better solution.  That's what led me to discover the Boogie Board.  I happened to be at Brookstone one day (the most dangerous store in the world for me) and I came across the original eWriter from Improv Electronics.  Of course, I just had to buy it and have been using it to keep my mind right ever since.

Unfortunately, it didn't have the one capability that would make this tool truly indispensable...the ability to save the notes you keep.  Thankfully, Improv Electronics recognized that need and did something about it.  The result is one of the best eco-friendly tools on the market today and a gadget that I absolutely can't live without...the Boogie Board Rip LCD Writing Tablet.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Boogie Board Rip LCD Writing Tablet from Improv Electronics which retails for $129.99, but is currently on sale for $111.03 with FREE SHIPPING.

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July
20
Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 20th, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

WellnessMatsI don't like to admit my vanity, but I have a feeling that I probably spend too much time in front of the mirror.  Once I'm done washing my face, applying toner and a myriad of other facial creams and sunscreen, it's time to hit the makeup.  After this is done, I still have to style my hair and then decide which accessories I'm going to wear.  All of this womanly preparation equals a lot of time spent in the bathroom and a pair of tired, aching feet from standing on our hard tile floor.

Now most people might say, "Well, why don't you try eliminating a few steps from your beauty regimen and spending less time in front of the mirror?"  MY solution...Get a WellnessMats Motif Collection Anti-Fatigue Mat instead!  Their medically-proven cushioning system significantly improves comfort and overall tiredness when compared to standing on the floor.  I recently had the chance to review the 3' x 2' Bella Motif Anti-Fatigue Mat in Black.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Bella Motif Anti-Fatigue Mat in Black (3' x 2' size) from WellnessMats, which retails for $119.95.

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July
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on July 19th, 2012    Filed in: Giveaways, Product Reviews

Learning Resources My daughter loves building toys of all kinds and comes up with some rather imaginative creations, especially as she continues to grow.  Of course, I love encouraging her creativity and problem-solving skills with toys like this, which also help keep her away from the endless distractions that television and computers often bring.

Learning Resources is one of my favorite go-to suppliers for educational children's toys and they've recently taken a classic building toy and put a whole new spin on it.  What we know of as Tinker Toys have now been magically transformed into a candy-themed construction set.  Keep reading to learn more!

I reviewed the Candy Construction Building Set from Learning Resources, which retails for $34.99.

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