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Smithsonian Mega Science Lab and Jellyfish Tank

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This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Parents are always looking for STEM-inspired fun for their children; especially with the pandemic going on and so much virtual learning happening. The MEGA science lab is the answer. You will discover an educational DIY kit that is both creative, imaginative and resourceful. Also everyone knows that the Smithsonian name carries significant weight in the science industry. This lab offers hours and hours of interesting science experiments including an eco dome, dino dig, growing crystal, building a volcano, and so much more. This product is designed that the whole family can enjoy it together. It is the time for everyone to roll up their sleeves and get back to the basics. The kit comes with everything that is needed to complete the activities.

Product Information Summary:

Science Lab Highlights

  • Excavate bones to assemble into a model dinosaur.
  • Erupt a mini volcano.
  • Observe the process of crystal formation.
  • Assemble your own weather station.
  • Six amazing STEM adventures that are safe and easy to do!
  • Ages 10+

Jellyfish Tank Highlights

  • Watch a simulated bloom of jellyfish “swim!”
  • A colorful, mesmerizing and educational addition to any room.
  • Great for a desktop, tabletop, bookshelf or nightstand!
  • Learn about amazing and unusual jellyfish – their size, what they eat, how and why they sting and more!
  • Measures 9” high and 2 ¾” wide
  • LED light requires 3 “AA” batteries (not included)

 

This will bring you hours of family fun.

 

 

 

 

When We Last Spoke-Movie Night-#WhenWeLastSpoke

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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by When We Last Spoke. However all opinions expressed here are my own.

I was lucky enough to get a personal screening of the up coming film When We Last Spoke. The film will be releases in theaters for a limited four night showing. I was not sure what the movie was about before hand, except that it Melissa Gilbert was starring in it. After watching, I was surprised to discover that it was about family, love, sisters and other things that I could relate to.  In theaters, Tuesday, October 27, Thursday, October 29, Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31, 2020.

Set in 1967 Texas, sisters Juliet (Darby Camp) and Evangeline (Chandler Head) are abandoned by their mother at their unsuspecting grandparents’ farm in the small southern town of Fireside. Stunned by their sudden arrival, tender-hearted Walt (Cobin Bernsen) and champion fiddler Ruby (Melissa Gilbert) graciously stand in for the missing parents and create one blue-ribbon recipe for a loving family.

Fireside, home of radio Station KOFF, kept secrets, broken promises and to-die-for sundaes serves as the backdrop for this heartwarming story full of surprises. Top it all off with the unexpected appearance of Walt’s ailing mother—eccentric, Emily Dickinson-quoting Itasca (Cloris Leachman), and laughter and tears abound.

Richly packed with plenty of quirky characters and hilarious escapades, When We Last Spoke is a timeless movie for all ages that digs in deep to things that matter most—family, friends, love, and forgiveness.

This movie hits close to home for me. I could related to the sisters, and how my sister and I felt after our parents passed away. It gets you really thinking about family and how one thing can change everything in a family, and how sometimes it takes something incredible for you to realize what you have.

Grab a friend and purchase your tickets to see this limited 4 night showing in theaters! Hurry, the last day to watch is October 31, 2020.

ISLE Apparel Fall Collection

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Isle Apparel collection is designed by Melis Kozan, which consists of the latest trends while keeping the modern woman’s silhouette.

Isle/BAR/Kozan, have adapted to new routines with our team and especially the stores we work with. We have done a lot of virtual shopping sessions, Zoom parties, Facebook lives, and Insta lives with boutiques all over the country. This helps us to be in constant contact with our stores and gave us a chance to support the boutiques while they were closed. Also, as stores started to open, we are working closely to continue these virtual events and keep shopping fun & safe for all. If you are shopping in person or just “sip & shopping” from your couch, you can still see all the new fashions & stay chic!

In our team & daily work, we have made changes, just as all of you have to. We are so happy to say that we kept our whole team on board during these times. We switched to WFH and virtual workspaces for the majority of our team. Our warehouse stayed open the whole time, and Melis Kozan, our head designer, was in the office almost every day, giving her time to focus on designing SS21 for our 3 brands: Isle, Bar and Kozan. Our design team met via Facetime and Zoom with her to bring the new collections to life.

Balancing everyday new routines with work from home strategies was an important focus for all of us at Isle. We foster a team that works hard, yet we definitely prioritize balance in life. A daily routine for everyone in the family is key, this means our work family and our families at home too.

The most important thing that kept all of us going was getting dressed every day, cognitive dressing was & is a constant conversation we have! If you dress for the day you want to have, you will be more positive, more productive, and more focused. We even talk about this on our social media lives with our stores and shoppers. Obviously, we believe in the power of fashion, and this year really proved that to be true!

As we start a new season and work, life & society creep back to the “new normal” we are still adjusting. It is important to be open to change, see what is going on, and find ways to impact our world around us. We understand the need for more casual-chic clothing & shopping from home, so we are leaning towards this more and more! We love our cozy pieces for fall & can’t wait to share the new styles!

One of our favorite new accessories is their reversible fashion masks. Our Isle masks have been very popular, and we love that we are able to have a new way to style our favorite fashions!

Fall 2020 brings newness. New-season of fashions, new plans, new virtual fashion weeks, new strategies, new leaves to fall & a new way of reaching our shoppers. We are excited to move forward & give it all we have!

Enjoy every moment… Never postpone anything…Laugh harder…Live for the moment! We have seen posts about rushing back to old ways and examining what of the old we really need to rush back to. I think that is so important. Be truthful in the moments that embrace love & life & creativity, and truly be prepared to say goodbye to the old habits that didn’t serve you, your family & your business. This will move us forward in the right direction.

I love that these pieces elevate your everyday style. The collection complements all body types, giving that great relaxed look to women of all ages. The luxurious feel of its fabrics and versatile style allows you to effortlessly achieve a feminine and chic look.