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A Great Way To Entertain Outside Without Getting Burned!

So happy to be seeing some nice weather, spring really arrived because Sunday I saw my first Robin Red Breast! The trees are budding and the daffodils are coming up. I love watching all the birds that visit our home and feeders throughout the day. I think one of my favorite things to do is to sit on the porch with a cup of coffee and my camera and spend some time with nature.

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We love to be outdoors when the weather is nice. We are planning a lot of outdoor projects and enhancements to make our yard, deck, porch and gardens more of an outdoor oasis for family, friends and entertaining.

We will be re-staining our deck as soon as the weather is consistent enough for that. So once the deck is all revitalized we thought since it is so large, it would be nice to have a shady area since it gets a lot of sun.

That was when I started looking for a shade type gazebo awning. I found one I liked from Abba Patio and it was available right on Amazon. that was nice since I have Amazon Prime and it would be shipped to my house quickly and for free.

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It is very nice quality and was not hard for my husband and I to put together. We set it up on the lawn since we have to stain the deck but we will update with photos when we have it set on the deck. The nice thing is you can secure it through the feet so you don’t have to worry about severe weather causing it to topple or get thrown around.

It is heavy-duty and the canvas top provides UV protection and is fade resistant. The light color works well to reflect heat and it provides a large enough space for a patio table and chairs or an outdoor seating group underneath. We are really looking forward to having everything set up on the deck and entertaining with our family and friends this spring and summer.

 

Product Features:

  • Beige polyester top-long lasting, fade resistant, easy to clean and 98% UV protection
  • Quick and easy set up with 2 or more people by easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions
  • Foot pads are installed to the canopy legs for added stability and easy access to secure anchor points
  • 2-1/5 inch diameter powder coated steel leg tube resists chipping, peeling, rust and corrosion and provides increased stability
  • Heavy-duty bungee cord tightly secure the tarp cover to the fram

Check out the video below of how we assembled it and to see more of this great portable, tent gazebo by Abba Patio.

Would love to know what you have planned for your home and garden spring and summer projects. Let me know in the comments. Enjoy the season!

 


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Sunny Sleevez – End the SunScreen battles

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

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After a long, cold winter, the sun is finally beginning to shine again.  Time to start thinking about protecting our skin from the sun’s damaging rays.  This is an issue that is very important to me especially where my kids are concerned.  So many sunscreens contain cancer causing toxins, even those marketed as baby and children’s sunscreen.

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I do have a sunscreen that we use and love that does not contain  hazardous chemicals but I am excited to share another option.  Sunny Sleevez are remarkable UV sun gloves that are perfect for babies, kids, tweens and beyond.  They come in great colors and designs and all kids need to do is slide them on.

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Sunny Sleevez are a patent pending, chemical-free option that is not greasy, never needs to be reapplied and will not get rubbed in kid’s eyes.  A wonderful choice for kids that don’t like the feel of sunscreens.  The lightweight, breathable fabric wicks away moisture to keep kid’s skin cool.  Sunny Sleevez work from the minute they are on, don’t wash off and offer  50+UPF UVA/UVB protection, keeps SPF even when wet.  Easy care machine washable and line dry.  Sunny Sleevez are sold in pairs and have a SRP of $14.99.  

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My son loves them and he flipped over the cool flame design.  He loves wearing them and I can go all day without having to reapply sunscreen.

Sunsleeves

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

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Sun Protection Zone Review & Give-Away!!! {Give-Away Ended}

I recently received a boy’s ThermSkinz Suit to review.  I am very careful about sun exposure with my family so this suit was great because it offers so much protection.  I love that I know Ethan is protected and not have to wonder if his sunscreen washed off while in the water.  It just gives me peace of mind that a lot of him is covered and he is safe from sun exposure.  The suit  is easy to get on and off and very comfortable.

  • ThermoSkinz Suit offers 1mm neoprene to provide warmth, UV protection and flexibility
  • Short sleeves and legs provide excellent mobility
  • Flat lock construction provide comfort and stretch
  • Velco pocket for holding kids little treasures
  • Sun protection that looks good & does not wash off
  • Strong YKK back zipper with leash for easy on and off access
  • The durable full length zipper makes it easy to slip on & off
  • Velcro zipper lock minimizes water entry
  • 100 SPF / 50+ UPF

I am pleased to let you all know that Sun Protection Zone is sponsoring a give-away on Mommy Ramblings and one lucky blog reader will win a children’s short sleeve rash guard in their choice of color and size.  Thank you Sun Protection Zone for the review suit and for sponsoring this great give-away on Mommy Ramblings!!!

Sun Protection Zone Short Sleeve Rash Guard Give-Away on Mommy Ramblings Rules:

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