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Just to Make Life Fun
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items My rec list here are items I can't live without. These items either make life more fun or easier and have made a difference in everyday life. Just sharing what we experience.
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No Fight Game Night
Fun Making n Baking
It is all about the Purse
Elder Care
Stock Your Home Office
Puzzles
No Fight Game Night
Family dinner and games are our thing. We laugh more than we compete.
We play this and all ages love the game. It says ages 7-97 but our younger ones can play. It gets loud but sooo fun! Get the add-on card set for many ways to play.
TENZI Party Pack Dice Game - 6 Sets with Case
Add-on for the Tenzies dice game. This game can be played anyplace. Camping, game night, sleep overs. Simple.
TENZI 77 Ways Add-on Card Set for Dice Game
Quick game. Grands love to beat the pants off me with this game.
Dolphin Hat Games Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza – Fast-Paced Card Game for Kids, Teens & Adults | 2-8 Players | Ages 8+
Some how money got involved with this game. With the 8 year old.
Spin Master Games, Passplay: The Game of Left Center Right in a Portable Tin, for Ages 8 and up
A very nice set to keep on a coffee table. We have guests over that will play this with their kiddos to keep them busy. Very sturdy.
Handmade Wooden Tic Tac Toe Game | Solid Walnut and Cherry | Rustic Coffee Table Decor | Tabletop Board Game with Reversible X and O Blocks
Got this to stump my kiddos and grands. It gets the group together to help each other.
Impossible Wood Puzzle for Adults | 12 Piece Brain Teaser Handmade in Florida | Extremely Hard | The Calibron 12 Puzzle | Games For Adults
My big kids get into the matching games with the little ones. It is fun to watch them interact. We have 6 grands in a wide range of ages. Games like this are low key and create conversations.
John Deere Memory Matching Game - 72 Cards
Fun Making n Baking
Some of the essentials in my kitchen. Over the holidays there is a whole lot a baking going on.
No more soggy pie bottoms! I switched all my glass/ceramic pie pans to these.
USA Pan Bakeware Nonstick 9 inch Pie Pan
These were a fun unique gift. Scoop and spread with them. They lay flat to store or stick on the frig cause they are magnetic. Only 2 strips to make so many teaspoon and tablespoon size options.
2 Measuring spoons, with 6 different sizes
This tea loaf pan has changed my banana bread outcome so much! The pan holds the same amount as a regular loaf pan. It just makes a thinne width loaf and cooks it more evenlly. So I do not have overdone edges and bottom. The bread turns out very mois...
Tea Loaf Pan
This thing gets used so often I wish I had 2. Easy to put all the parts in place and chop. All but the motor goes in dishwasher. It's like 1,2,3 and it's chopped.
Ninja Express Chop 2-Cup Food Chopper, One-Touch Pulsing, Splash Guard & Storage Lid, NJ100, Gray - Walmart.com
It is all about the Purse
Purses are the one thing I will splurge on for myself. I mostly try to hit the outlets but there is always that ONE…
The handles on this are the boss. Padded and comfy. Love the natural color of this. Check out the Cognac color too.
Melissa Beige Satchel | The Frye Company
Matching wallet that will hold it all! Just so much quality in Frye products, they are going to last a long time.
Melissa Beige Double Zip Wallet | The Frye Company
Since I do not like to carry a purse into a store this works for me. Who doesn't love a leather wristlet?
Melissa Cognac Wristlet | The Frye Company
Elder Care
Elders won't mention their struggles. The list helps find useful items.
Ordered this for a family member with memory issues. They can't say enough good about it. Large display. Displays if it is evening or morning or afternoon. Ordering a second one for their bedroom.
SSYA Dementia Clock for Seniors, Digital, White
Puzzles and brain games will keep your elder busy and helps with memory issues. Having several different options on hand will keep them engaged.
Easy & Relaxing Memory Activity Book for Adults
Very calming to just sit with your elder and color with them. No talking required. One sided so you can frame when finished.
Color & Frame Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Stress Free (Adult Coloring Book), (Spiral-Bound)
Lovely colors with 2 tips. Draw or color with these no mess.
KINGART 24-Color Twin Tip Sketch Markers Set – Dual Tip Art Markers for Drawing & Adult Coloring
Perfect size to attach to a walker. This holds several items and keeps your elder more organized. Help them keep up with keys, books, remotes, glasses, or their IDs. Handmade with care.
3 Pocket small Walker bag with Art Deco floral patterns senior mobility accessory
A personalized puzzle for your senior will keep them busy and help improve memory. Also challenges the brain. We do a lot of puzzles during the cold months.
Personalized Large Piece Puzzle for Seniors, Custom Photo Jigsaw Puzzle for Elderly Adults, Mothers Day Gift for Mom, Family Photo Puzzle
Memory card games show up on 2 of my sections. Matching games are great for memory and engagement with your senior adults.
John Deere Memory Matching Game - 72 Cards
Matching card games help with memory issues and are great ways to engage with your elders. All ages can play and no one gets left out.
Everyday Objects Memory Card Game
Another large print calming coloring book. Stress free. One sided so the page can be framed. Gives you time to sit and visit.
Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Calm
I honestly cannot get enough of these calming and stress free coloring books. This is one sided and perfect to frame. All ages can enjoy. I think they are great for your elder to sit and doodle.
Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Mindfulness
Soft and washable mattress protector. Comes in various sizes and colors. I always only find white in stores but prefer the darker colors.
BEDLORE Waterproof King Mattress Protector
Stock Your Home Office
When we work from home most days we want to be comfortable and well stocked with quality items. Dive into these products and know they are well vetted and liked.
Who wouldn't want to nap in this comfy and stylish chair? I don't even want to leave my office since finding this chair. Such a great gift from my kiddos.
Big & Tall Office Chair, Flip Armrests, Foot Rest, Teddy Fleece, White
Even though we are retired we still have 2 monitors. This stand keeps things organized and up off the desk giving you more.
gianotter Dual Monitor Stand Riser with Drawer
This is on my wish list and it is not your mother's white board. Easy to clean and does not leave marks because it is tempered glass that is crash resistant.
Magnetic Glass Whiteboard 48x36 Frameless
Puzzles
Our brains work differently. We all love puzzles and have so many different kinds. Puzzles are great for short term memory and sharpens cognitive ability. Don't tell my kids or grands that they are actually learning something.
A puzzle that keeps us working it every day. Each day you use different pieces to display the Month and Day. It is quite challenging. Can use as family time each evening to set the next day.
Perpetual Calendar Puzzle: Solve-a-Day Wooden Brain Teaser. Whole Year Puzzle
A table where you never have to put the puzzle up again when company is coming. Easy storage for the glass top.
Rustic Puzzle Coffee Table with removable glass top and glass storage slot - includes 2 hidden drawers - 24x36". 100% Made in the USA