Have you purchased life insurance?

I have been concerned about life insurance lately. This is due to two facts. The first is the feeling as though I have aged ten years within the past year alone and the second is the fact that I now have two children. I realize I am no longer invincible. I used to feel invincible, but now this is no longer the case. My husband and I have wills, but I want to make sure my family is taken care of.

AptusInsurance.com can not only provide you with a free quote, but they can also provide you with affordable life insurance. Life insurance can be expensive. It can also be time-consuming to find the best rate. AptusInsurance.com can provide you with the right policy for you and your family at a price that won’t set you back.

In addition to making sure that I have a life insurance policy that will help my kids pay for their college educations, I need to make sure that (God forbid should anything happen to me) my burial is paid for. BurialInsurance.org can assist me in arranging this. Funeral costs are ridiculously expensive. If I were to purchase insurance, the money can assist my family in buying a casket, paying for the services, etc. This is not a topic I like to discuss, but I am realistic if nothing else and know that my family and I need to be covered.

Purchase Eyeglasses at Zenni Optical and Save!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Zenni Optical for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I have been wearing glasses since I was in the seventh grade.  I have had some fashionable pairs and definitely a few pairs where I wonder, “What was I thinking??”  I am one of those people that tires of the style of my glasses pretty quickly.  I go to my annual appointment, have a check-up, and use the excuse of my prescription changing to quickly go buy another pair.  In actuality, my prescription changes a miniscule amount and I could easily continue to wear my current pair, but you won’t tell my husband that, will you? Ssshhh….

I often purchase from local eyewear shops that allow pickup within an hour.  I find they are hit or miss in terms of my kind of style of frames.  I have only purchased one pair at my actual optometrist’s office and I swore I would never do that again.  The price was ridiculous.  This past year, I picked out my frames at the optometrist’s office and then purchased them online.  I think I saved maybe $50.00.  They were still expensive.

I have found a site where I can get the best of both worlds.  Zenni Optical offers frames at ridiculously low prices! Not only are there frames at a low price, but they are adorable and fashionable frames!  I could buy several pairs and satisfy my craze for new frames and not feel guilty about my purchase.  I found frames I liked that were only $19.99!  I would easily save approximately $250!  That’s a huge savings!

Zenni Optical also has a cool feature to assist you in making your purchase online.  You can upload a photo of yourself and try on the glasses!  That’s perfect! My husband is never able to go to the store with me to help me in making me decision about which frames to buy.  I can try them on virtually and have him help me at home!

Zenni Optical was mentioned recently in Time magazine, specifically the "Eyes on the Price", July 4, 2011 edition.  It was discussed in the article that Time editor, Bill Saporito, actually paid $1,000 for a pair of eyeglasses!  A Time reader followed up with a comment regarding this unbelievable purchase.

“Hey, Bill, Can You Read This?
Please tell me editor Bill Saporito is receiving mental-health treatment, because he is insane for spending $1,000 on a single pair of glasses. I buy glasses from Zenni Optical, an online site. It's $20 for a complete set at my doorstep, shipping included”.
-Peter Minton, Winsted, Conn.

I would strongly recommend checking out zennioptical.com before purchasing from an optometrist's office or local eyewear store.  Think about what you can buy with the money saved!

FUMI: Fashionable and Functional Accessories

I think I may have mentioned once or twice (or several) times that I am a tad bit (very) obsessive. I like to keep things just right, which can be frustrating for my family at times...ok, often. I hate to misplace things. It drives me a bit nutty. I am always on the go and I like to have things ready and waiting when I need them. I know – it’s a lot to expect. FUMI is a company that sells accessories that are perfect for me. Here is an article I came across that discusses a necklace that also serves as a ring holder. How beautiful and functional at the same time!

http://www.thebinghamdiaries.com/2011/06/confession-i-do-not-wear-wedding-ring.html

If you like what you see, FUMI is providing a coupon code for 15% off your purchase! Simply use the code 'iloveFUMI'.

 

Find Computer Desks and Filing Cabinets at Maylinestore.com!

The school building in which I work is undergoing massive renovations this summer. There will be a vast number of improvements made to the structure, as well as a new addition. My office is being moved as well, which is exciting because I will actually have a window after being in an enclosed cinder block office for the past ten years! I will also be receiving some new office furniture! Oh! My mind is racing with ideas! Maylinestore.com, a division of Cymax, could certainly assist me in finding some new pieces.

I have an ancient filing cabinet that no longer locks. I would love a new one. Mayline filing cabinets come in a variety of sizes. There are numerous styles, including those that fit under a desk and those that are wider and more of a wall unit. I like the wider style for my workplace – it adds more space for plants and picture frames, etc. I would choose the Mayline Aberdeen Free Standing 2 Drawer Lateral for my workplace.




I would choose a more narrow style for the home though – there is not a great deal of space for a filing cabinet. Therefore, the Mayline Mira 2 Drawer Vertical Wood File Pedestal would be appropriate.




In addition to a filing cabinet, I would love to have a computer desk. Mayline computer desks come in a variety of different wood finishes and are perfect for work or for the home. I would choose an L-shaped desk such as the Mayline Napoli 63" L-Shape Wood Computer Desk with Left Return.

Maylinestore.com has all the furniture pieces you need to accommodate a home office or business office. No matter your style, you will find professional styles at affordable prices.

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