I am always looking for solutions to life’s little problems. You know, the kind that aren’t significant but add moments of frustration or inconvenience. The summer sun is so wonderful – I’m a desert girl at heart – but it does create its own set of problems! I recently heard about The Original Sunscreen and decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it solves a few pesky problems that I’ve encountered.
1. I like to sit outside and synthesize Vitamin D, but my drink melts in (approximately) 5 seconds, my phone becomes too hot to touch which can’t possibly be good for it, and my lip balm gets soupy. I grew up in Arizona, so I am no stranger to sun and heat damage. However, I clipped this little shade on our outdoor patio table to cover my items and my problem was solved. I love the view from our balcony, so I’m out there a lot!
2. It works well clipped to a stroller. Our stroller has a built in sun shade, but if we are walking into the sun, it’s completely ineffective. While out on a walk with my son, I clipped the screen to the side of the stroller and adjusted to block the sun from his eyes. It looks like an alien appendage, but believe me, he is much happier when he isn’t being blinded. Parenting win.
3. It makes a great adjustable car window shade. Our infant car seat has a sun shade, but our convertible car seat does not. Even with the built in shade on the infant carrier, it doesn’t always block the sun depending on the time of day and the direction we’re driving. This shade can be easily adjusted to shade baby’s face. We are planning a road trip this summer to visit several national parks (Glacier, Yellowstone, Tetons…so excited!) and my husband and I thought about getting a traditional window shade for the back seat. However, we think this might work even better, since it can easily be moved and adjusted as needed.
I have seen other uses advertised for this as well. You could clip it to a camping chair at a sporting event or a lawn chair at the beach. We’re definitely planning to take this versatile little shade with us in the car on our road trip so that it’s available whenever we need it…just in time for summer!
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Nicole Sender
April 22, 2017 at 11:02 pmTrying to get all that I want to finish at least worked on. My garden needs weeded and house needs some organization!
Fiona N
April 22, 2017 at 10:51 pmPotty training for my little one is one of the problems I encounter in my daily life
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Rosanne
April 22, 2017 at 10:43 pmMy sons are all adults now. When they were little I was a worrier but now it is worse because I don’t have the control over their bigger problems of adulthood. It had made me turn to my faith more than ever and to realize allowing them to live their own lives is what God has planned for them.
Jerry Marquardt
April 22, 2017 at 10:24 pmI encounter the same style problems that I am sure others run upon on a daily level. I just try to take a deep breath and meditate a little to help me in the situations as they arise.
Missy Schutz
April 22, 2017 at 8:47 pmHaving trouble getting motivated to get garden in this year! Need a push.
Pam C.
April 22, 2017 at 8:29 pmIt is just so difficult trying to fit everything into the day. I don’t have an answer – just keep on trying.
Denise Blados
April 22, 2017 at 8:05 pmWe’re trying to find a new place to rent, but we can’t find anything. :C
Lauren U
April 22, 2017 at 7:28 pmI took my couch cushions covers off in order to wash them. I’m having a hard time getting them back on. No solution yet.
wendy browne
April 22, 2017 at 5:19 pmMy son is 16 months and has tantrums out of frustration that sometimes really leave me short fused. I have to stop, take a breath and remember how little he is and find compassion instead of irritation.
Nadine
April 22, 2017 at 5:08 pmI have a problem corralling loose clothes hangers and having them at the laundry area when I need them. The hubby wire hangers only and I prefer anything but wire. I’ve ordered a commercial floor standing rack where we can put the hangers on to move from bedroom to laundry.
Julia Barnes
April 22, 2017 at 4:44 pmI have the problem of water stains on dishes when I handwash. So frustrating!
Philip Lawrence
April 22, 2017 at 3:29 pmMy problem was finding enough time to do everything but I solved it by dropping some unimportant things I used to do.
Rachel
April 22, 2017 at 12:59 pmI could never find my keys, so I asked my husband to get me a key rack. So far I’ve used it very well and rarely misplace my keys!
Amber Cheras
April 22, 2017 at 12:01 pmI suffer from panic attacks due to situations going on in my life that I cant control. I try to go for walks and listen to music to help them.
Kathy Pease
April 22, 2017 at 9:51 amI am starting to see fine lines in my face and am making sure to apply sunscreen and anti aging creams
Chrisy Beason
April 22, 2017 at 9:24 amNot having enough hours in the day to it all and no i haven’t found a solution LOL
Ashley C
April 22, 2017 at 8:19 amMy husband is my solution magician! Yesterday, I had a picture frame that the little silver pieces on the back that hold the picture in place in the frame had come off of. He had the idea to use the staple gun to put staples sticking out of the back of the frame and then press them down on the back of the picture area, so it holds in place.
susan smoaks
April 22, 2017 at 8:12 ami have a hard time getting my workout in so i just get up earlier to make sure i have time to workout.
Erica B.
April 22, 2017 at 7:59 amMy little problems are finding time for myself. I’ve found that waking up early to get the time sometimes helps.
Megan C
April 22, 2017 at 7:28 amMy little issue is figuring out how to keep treats for myself in a house full of teens. I have figured out to keep empty food boxes of food they will not eat and hiding my treats in there. When I am craving sweets I know where to find them now.
Dee Hadley
April 22, 2017 at 2:02 amI’m not use to fixing things myself. So I’m not to good with it. Thanks to the internet it helps me find out what could be wrong and tells me if I can fix it or throw it out.
MARIA SIMON
April 22, 2017 at 12:17 amI AM WORKING TO STAY MORE ORGANIZED JUST BOUGHT A POCKET CALENDAR SO HOPEFULLY THIS WILL WORK
crystal frey
April 21, 2017 at 10:41 pmWE HAVE TWO KIDS AND ONE STROLLER. I LAY THE BACK OF THE SEAT DOWN AS FAR AS IT WILL GO AND LET THEM SHARE THE SEAT LOL.
Laurie Emerson
April 21, 2017 at 10:01 pmRight now some of the little problems is my son deciding that it is more fun to smear the food on his face than putting it in his mouth. I am trying to solve it by showing him how good things are by eating them myself . He follows my lead but then he decides it is time to feed his face again!
John H.
April 21, 2017 at 9:30 pmThe keys get lost sometimes so we now put them right by the door.
Jennifer H.
April 21, 2017 at 9:19 pmI run out of time getting out the door so I plan my outfits the night before.
Sarah Elston Yurga
April 21, 2017 at 9:18 pmI created a calendar to remind me when each bill is due. No more worrying about late payments
Helen
April 21, 2017 at 1:59 amI can not find enough time in the day to get everything done. However, I have failed at finding extra hours to help me get stuff done 🙁 Time management is just too hard.
Melissa
April 20, 2017 at 9:41 pmSo little time in a day to get what needs done so I dropped the stuff that wasn’t important
Christina
April 19, 2017 at 8:36 pmI tried to put a duvet cover on a futon mattress with a crate shell foam topper. It wasn’t going well, its something I will try on a day off when I have a tad more patience.
Vidya P
April 19, 2017 at 5:07 pmWith summer coming it’s a challenge to keep my toddler inside. I worry about him not getting enough liquids to stay hydrated as he plays outside a lot.
Michele Pineda
April 18, 2017 at 5:37 pmMy issue is organization, I have a terrible time organizing things in my house. My teenager is actually helping me with this, since she likes that type of stuff, and together we are getting rid of things we no longer want, need or use and organizing what we do want so we can find it easier. We have purchased some baskets, drawer organizers and other things to help us along the way and it’s made a big difference so far.
Dynal Roberson
April 18, 2017 at 3:43 pmI generally try not to sweat the small stuff so I just let it go.
Andrea v
April 18, 2017 at 2:48 pmDaily life with three boys. What to pack and how to stay organized!
Em Mahr
April 18, 2017 at 1:59 pmMy little problem was my son throwing his cup off the highchair, stroller, table, etc. I found a great product that works like a leash – it attaches to the cup and another item like highchair, stroller, etc.
Kayla Klontz
April 18, 2017 at 12:45 pmI always run it of time in my days! I haven’t found a solution yet, but I’m working in it.
wen budro
April 17, 2017 at 10:30 pmI am trying my best to get rid of all the paper clutter in my home. My only helpful solution is to do a little bit every time I go into the den.
Heather!
April 17, 2017 at 4:30 pmOne of my favorite solutions was to put a shower curtain rod IN the shower, lengthwise. I then hung S-hooks on it and hung baskets from those. Now those baskets hold all our shampoos, conditioners, body washes, shavers and everything else we need and use in the shower…nice and neat!
Katrina Brockavich
April 17, 2017 at 3:06 pmRight now we don’t have a baby gate and our 8 month old started moving really quick! We put a wall of boxes up to where she can’t go until we can get a baby gate. Temporary solution!
LeAnn Harbert
April 17, 2017 at 1:49 pmI just have problems scheduling my Mother’s Dr appointments and babysitting my granddaughter. I don’t have a solution yet.
Heather Kelly
April 16, 2017 at 2:12 pmShade for the 2 year old I babysit in her stroller. Shade for my 4 year old in her carseat. Shade while driving in the truck for my daughter who sits in the middle would be great too! I love this idea!
Edye
April 12, 2017 at 3:59 pmTrying to get organized! I haven’t found a real solution yet.
Nancy
April 12, 2017 at 11:33 amOne little problem is right after I clean the house, the inhabitants reverse all my work. No solution as of yet … LOL!
Dawn Schmidt
April 12, 2017 at 10:04 amLittle problems in my life have included trying to find a way to remember to water my vegetable plants, I am currently searching Pinterest for a solution 🙂
Amy B.
April 12, 2017 at 12:44 amAs a stay at home mom to our 5.5 month old baby girl, I’m struggling with basement organization since it feels like I never have time to spend a few hours sorting through everything…..I need motivation. 🙂
Heather S
April 11, 2017 at 10:34 pmI encounter little problems on occasion in everyday life like everyone else. I find that when I close my eyes and take a few deep breaths I am generally able to find a solution in a low stress manner.
hannah
April 11, 2017 at 7:02 pmyes there are lots of little problems in day to day life. Some I’ve come up with solutions for, but don’t have the money to spend on it! One problem I had, was my husband’s coffee comes in a bag, and every time he measured some into the coffee maker, some would spill on the counter, and the bag was annoying. I ended up putting a bag’s worth into a large mason jar with a reuseable screw-top lid, and attaching the measuring spoon on the side. Now it looks tidy and no mess.
Patricia
April 11, 2017 at 12:05 pmFor me it is the unexpected things that come up. I don’t like it when my schedule is thrown off, but sometimes you just got to roll with the punches. Take a deep breath and continue.
Maryann D.
April 10, 2017 at 7:58 pmOne little problem I have is finding time to do everything I have to do including working full time. I just do my best each day and try to do a few chores a day.
Latanya
April 10, 2017 at 7:35 pmwe are dealing with the same problem with the sun coming in the back of the car. We have a shade for the side window, but there is still a small part of the side window that has sun coming through. We have not figured out a solution yet, but this would help.
KENNETH OHL
April 10, 2017 at 4:47 pmgetting my 2 dogs to get along it is a little problem and we are working on it
Sharon Rooney
April 10, 2017 at 3:21 pmStorage is always a problem in my house. I put my seasonal decoration in a clear trash bag and hang on a hook with a clothes hanger. They are up and out of the way in the garage or high up in the closet.
Eliana
April 10, 2017 at 11:01 amI encounter many little problems every day especially since I have an almost 6 month old baby girl! Unfortunately I have not discovered many helpful solutions but I’m always on the lookout!