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For Toddlers: Road Network History, Functionality And Safety

September 10, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Okay so this sounds a little weird at first, but hear me out here. The ancient Romans gave the world bloodsport combat, the gladius sword, the concept of the Senate, amazing sculptures and of course, the brutality and magnificence of their empire. But, they also gave us roads. They built the first road networks mankind […]

Filed Under: Family, Kids Tagged With: Safety, traffic safety

You Know Something Is Wrong When Camping Is The Least Scary Vacay Option

June 24, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

I love camping. Always have, but due to the current state of worldly events, it seems to have become insta-popular with the masses. People that previously would have barely considered “glamping” are now outdoorsy woods-people because that’s all there is to do beside stay in the house. I love my family but come on – […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Family, Helpful Hints, Humor, Travel Tagged With: camping, Corona Virus, COVID-19, Safety, Vacation

Is Your Family Staying Safe When Heading Outdoors Under Lockdown?

April 30, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

After what seems like an eternity under lock-down, the light at the end of the tunnel is starting to emerge. In some states, the wheels of commerce are beginning to grind into action once more. Stores are starting to reopen and the hospitality sector will potentially follow closely behind, with Floridians starting to dine in […]

Filed Under: Healthy Living Tagged With: Corona Virus, COVID-19, quarentine, Safety

Staying Safe When The Warm Weather Rolls Around

February 28, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

The summer is a pretty good season overall. After all, it has it all; good temperatures, time off with your family, hitting the beach, ice creams and flip flops, etc. It’s a pretty sweet time of year, and we all have fun when we know the sun’s going to come out and bring blue skies […]

Filed Under: Helpful Hints Tagged With: Safety, safety tips, summer

Radar Detectors Still Matter and Here’s Why…

May 2, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Radar Detectors are still very relevant and here’s why #safetyfirst #ad @BestBuy @Uniden_America, #Uniden

Filed Under: Rally Point Rants, Raves, Reviews, Technology & Gadgets, Travel Tagged With: cars, radar detector, road trips, Safety

What You Should Know About Driving Distracted

April 20, 2016 by Alison 1 Comment

Thank you to U.S. Cellular for allowing me to be a member of their Blogger Brigade. All opinions are 100% my own. Take a look at this Parent-Child Agreement if you’re looking to set some ground rules for cellular use within your family.   I recently found out that April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. I think it’s […]

Filed Under: Technology & Gadgets Tagged With: Distracted Driving, Safety, Smartphone, Tablet

New Age Halloween Safety Tips

October 20, 2015 by Alison 7 Comments

Thank you to U.S. Cellular for sponsoring this post. All opinions and my love for safe Halloween fun are 100% my own.     Halloween is only a couple of weeks away and you can always tell when that’s the case at our house. The kids and hubby lose their minds! Costumes must be elaborate […]

Filed Under: Family, Helpful Hints, Holidays, Kids, Technology & Gadgets Tagged With: Apps, Cell Phone, Halloween, Safety, Smartphone

Damsel In Defense – Ladies Take Charge!

April 28, 2015 by Alison 10 Comments

I received an amazing assortment of products Damsel in Defense Rep Karen Johnson in exchange for my honest review. All opinions and my love for empowering women is 100% my own.    Okay ladies…those of you that know me know that I usually carry. You should also know that I don’t try to push my […]

Filed Under: Product Reviews, Survival Tagged With: personal protection, preparedness, Safety, self defense

GB Travel Safe Sweepstakes

April 4, 2015 by Alison Leave a Comment

 I participated in a Blog Blast Activation on behalf of Influence Central for GB. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.   Car seats…they’re pretty important right? To be entirely honest, I don’t remember carseat safety being as talked about when my son was born (almost 13 years ago), as it was […]

Filed Under: Contests, Family, Giveaways, Kids Tagged With: Baby Gear, Car Seats, Safety

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My name is Alison. My favorite color is glitter. I love tattoos and finding ways to simplify life. Life with my husband, two children, five dogs, three cats, and lots of miniature horses is never boring but I still find the time to advocate for brands that I love and share my life, helpful hints, and a laugh or two with my amazing fans! Read More…

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