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Category: These Things Are Better Than Your Things

Some products are genuinely life-changing. Most aren’t. This is where we sort through the noise and tell you which ones are actually worth buying — and which ones are TikTok-famous for no reason.
How do you choose what to recommend?
I only write up products I’d buy myself, gift to my mom, or recommend to my daughter. If it’s overhyped junk, I’ll tell you. If it’s quietly amazing, I’ll shout about it.
Do you make money from these recommendations?
Yes — most product links are affiliate links, meaning if you buy through them I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It’s how I keep this site running. That said, no brand has ever paid me to lie. Recommendations stay honest because that’s the whole point.
What’s the most “life-changing” product you’ve ever covered?
Honestly? The boring ones. The cleaning gadget nobody talks about. The kitchen tool that saved 20 minutes a day. The skincare bottle that didn’t break the bank. The flashy stuff is fun, but the boring stuff is what actually changes your life.

  • A Goosebumps Live-Action TV Series Is In The Works And I Can’t Wait

    A Goosebumps Live-Action TV Series Is In The Works And I Can’t Wait

    “Beware! You’re In For A Scare!”

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    Goosebumps, the wickedly creepy kids book series that has been entertaining the masses for thirty years, is on its way to becoming a live-action TV series.

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    The Goosebumps Movie producer, Neal H. Moritz, Sony Pictures, and Scholastic are teaming up to bring this mildly scary kids show to fruition.

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    Will author, R.L. Stine, have anything to do with the upcoming TV series? That is not clear at this time.

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    We also don’t know if this is going to hinder plans for a THIRD Goosebumps Movie sequel. I wouldn’t *think* it would hurt a movie deal, but that’s just me, and what do I know, really? Ha!

    There was previously a show — and if you are old like me, you remember it WELL — in the 1990s that brought the Goosebumps books to life. It was a fun ride, and you can still catch the shows streaming on Amazon.

    As for the NEW Goosebumps TV series, it is still in the development phase. The show seems to already have a menagerie of executive producers: Lucchese, Moritz, Caitlin Friedman, Scholastic’s SVP and General Manager, and Original Film’s Head of Television Pavun Shetty.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B_dU6Q1J7Yn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

    No word, however on details — like actors, director, shoot location, and streaming availability.

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    While we wait, you can ALWAYS stream the movie, and purchase the wildly popular books right from the Amazon website.

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  • You Can Get A Giant Cactus Water Sprinkler and I Need It

    You Can Get A Giant Cactus Water Sprinkler and I Need It

    This big ol’ guy is a perfectly cool, summertime, fun-in-the-sun water sprinkler, and I need it for the menagerie of Splash Pad fun I have going on in my backyard!

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    This dude is aptly known as the Sun Squad Cactus Sprinkler, and it makes for so much outdoor fun!

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    Mr. Cactus Sprinkler is just over SEVEN FEET tall, and it has a wingspan of, just shy of, THREE-AND-A-Half FEET wide.

    But, the BEST part, this fun dude shoots water out it’s fingers and head!! Good times!

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    Set up is super simple. You just blow the big guy (gal?) up, attach your water hose, and use the attached spikes to secure it to the ground.

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    I shall name it Spike, and it shall be the pride and joy of my backyard!

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    You can get this 8-pound sprinkler right from the Target website! It is only $50, and will bring your family HOURS of playtime fun. WORTH IT!

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    Wanna see some of the other cool things I have gotten for my backyard fun? You have got to check out this Rainbow Water Tunnel! It’s super cool — literally.

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    I also got this Rainbow Water Blobz fun water mat. This thing hold up to 566 pounds, and is 9 feet long!

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  • Sam’s Club Is Selling Popcorn Coated In Snickers Candy For Ultimate Movie Night Snack

    Sam’s Club Is Selling Popcorn Coated In Snickers Candy For Ultimate Movie Night Snack

    This is the ULTIMATE in comfort snack food, right here…SNICKERS Popcorn!

    It is at Sam’s Club, and I might be sitting in their parking lot, waiting for them to open.

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    The salty crunch of the popcorn is drizzled with the chocolate, caramel, and peanuty goodness of the Snickers bar. OMG — I need this in my life right now!

    Candy Pop combines two of America’s snacks into one mouthwatering popcorn. Snickers Candy Pop is a slightly indulgent popcorn that offers a balanced sweet and savory product for the whole family to enjoy.

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    You might be thinking, “Oh my word, I could never eat that on my diet,” but to that I say, “OH Nay, Nay!”

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    This delicious sweet and salty treat has only 150 calories per servings, which means you can fit it in to ANY diet — Especially a quarantine diet! Ha!

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    Unfortunately — why is there ALWAYS and “unfortunately?!?” — you can’t just walk into any ol’ grocery store and get this sinful snack.

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    You can ONLY get it at SAM’S Club, so it might be high time to re-up that membership you let lapse a few months back.

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    The GOOD news is, this giant, Sam’s Club sized bag (20 ounces) is only $6. I’ll take 3, please!

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    Want to try another heavenly snack concoction? Check out this Oreo Cookie Popcorn that you can get from SAM’S Club at the SAME time you go to grab your Snickers Popcorn!

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  • Target Has A Canopy Island Pool Float And I’m Ready To Lounge Around In The Sun

    Target Has A Canopy Island Pool Float And I’m Ready To Lounge Around In The Sun

    You guys, I wish I had a pool. I’ve heard they’re a pain to maintain, but it’s something I definitely want to have in my backyard some day.

    Especially when you get a load of this pool float! It so luxurious looking and it desperately makes me miss sitting by my cousin’s pool in the Summer!

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    Trust me, if I had a pool, this is something I would definitely put on my list of things to order.

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    It’s called the Intex Inflatable Canopy Island Float Lounge and it’s a GENIUS item to have for your pool, let me explain why.

    As I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed that I spend more time outside of the pool rather than in it. Whether it’s either because I want to tan or drink something fruity, this inflatable allows you to do just that!

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    For starters, it has a sun shade, so while you’re floating away and putting all your troubles aside, you don’t have to worry about the sun hurting your eyes!

    It also has room for two, so that means you can hang with your best friend, dog, cousin or whoever that might be, but you don’t have to sit out alone!

    Although I won’t tell anyone if you need some time alone from all the chaos!

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    You can also decorate the canopy for date night! I saw a girl on TikTok who put twinkle lights on the front and threw in an assortment of blankets and pillows, including her laptop to watch movies on! Her and her date, had a movie night while floating under the stars, how romantic!

    It also has two cup holders, to hold your iced coffee in the morning and your hot chocolate at night.

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    Now that’s what I call extreme relaxation and as of right now, we all deserve a night off!

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  • You Can Crochet Your Cat A Tiny Couch With A Matching Granny Square Blanket. Here’s How.

    You Can Crochet Your Cat A Tiny Couch With A Matching Granny Square Blanket. Here’s How.

    Oh wow, I need help…I’m not even a fan of cats.

    I mean, we do have a cat and she is pretty alright. But, I found these little crocheted couches that people are making, and now I feel like we need one for her.

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    I also have a tiny dog that would look super adorable on a miniature little couch.

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    I don’t know how to crochet, or if I could even learn…but dang it, they are just so stinking cute!

    The couches are filled and shaped with thick foam and polyester filling. 

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    People on the subreddit r/crochet are sharing these tiny crochet cat couches that they are making and it’s too cute not to share with you all.

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    Y’all, they even made granny square afghans to go with them! Some even have granny square pillows!

    This totally takes me back! It looks just like my childhood in miniature form!

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    There is a Kitty Couches Crochet Pattern that you can order! You can get the printed version for only $8.99, or an electronic download for only $5.99.

    Those are really great prices!

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    They even have different styles! Look at this round one! I’m going to have to beg a friend to make me one! Or maybe one of my kids will learn for me haha!

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    I mean do you really even need a cat to have this? I don’t think so! I could see a little kid loving to play with this with larger dolls! What do you think?

    You can get the crochet cat couch pattern here.

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  • Dunkin’ Donuts Is Giving Away Free Coffee And Donuts Today to Healthcare Workers

    Dunkin’ Donuts Is Giving Away Free Coffee And Donuts Today to Healthcare Workers

    As we say thank you to frontline healthcare workers by staying home, Dunkin’ also wants to give a big thanks by giving out free stuff!

    Plus, what’s better than free caffeine, ah nothing!

    So here’s to all healthcare professionals because you deserve it and I’m sure everyone could use the extra caffeine right now!

    If you are a healthcare worker, here is how you can get your free stuff…

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    Dunkin’ will be providing all healthcare professionals a free medium iced or hot coffee and a donut to go with it!

    Considering that May 6th is also National Nurses Day, it’s the perfect day to celebrate!

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    And the gift of giving doesn’t just stop there! You can also visit this website to purchase an e-gift card to thank someone in your own personal life.

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    For every purchase, Dunkin’ is donating $1, up to $100,000, to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation emergency funds to help affected families!

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    Last by not least, Dunkin’ will also be giving $200,000 to First Descents, an organization that will be providing support for nurses and healthcare workers through the healing power of adventure.

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    Thank you again, for all that you do! You are AMAZING!

  • Target Is Selling A Unicorn Croquet Set And It’s Pure Magic

    Target Is Selling A Unicorn Croquet Set And It’s Pure Magic

    Recently, I’ve noticed a strong theme in store products lately and maybe you’ve witnessed it too! As of lately, I’ve seen unicorns in just about everything!

    There are inflatable unicorn floats for your pool, face masks, makeup brushes, huggable unicorn pillows and the list just goes on!

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    But THIS… I haven’t seen yet, and frankly, it is super cute for the kids!

    There is now such a thing as Unicorn Croquet and it might just be the cutest croquet set on the planet.

    Made out of wood, there are six different wickets, three that are unicorn shaped and three that look like rainbows. To help stabilize the wickets, there are also 6 stands that come with it in White, Pink and Purple!

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    The set also includes two mallets, one that’s Red and the other Yellow, with matching balls to go with it.

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    You can brighten up your day with this magical and very colorful croquet set at Target for $45!

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  • You Can Get A Pool Float For Your Dog And I Have To Have One

    You Can Get A Pool Float For Your Dog And I Have To Have One

    They say that a dog is a man’s best friend. Well, I’m a woman, and my dog is one of my children. I call her my first-born. She just recently turned 10 and LOVES the water.

    So I have been looking for ways to take her swimming with me this summer.

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    So to find out that they make pool floats now for dogs…um, yes please. I need one right now!

    SwimWays has come out with a dog-friendly pool float that is paw/claw proof. My dog has attempted to jump on one of my floats before and it didn’t last very long before being punctured so this is perfect!

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    This doggie pool float can support over 65 lb. There is a small dog and large dog sizing option. It has a thick fabric covering to keep it safe from claws and paws, and is easily portable!

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    Now you don’t have to feel bad about leaving your fur babies at home. You can bring them with you!

    Whether they love to swim around in the water with you, or want to sun bathe along side you, this is definitely an item any dog lover will want this summer season!

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    This item is available at Amazon or Target, with prices ranging depending on what size/weight limit you need for your dog!

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    So go grab yourself one today for you or a dog-loving friend before these go flying off the shelves and get ready to enjoy your summer with your fur bestie by your side!

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  • Target Has An Inflatable Limbo Sprinkler For The Perfect Day Of Fun In The Sun

    Target Has An Inflatable Limbo Sprinkler For The Perfect Day Of Fun In The Sun

    Anyone up for a game of Limbo? Don’t mind if I do!

    But I must warn you, I have a bit of a competitive side…

    This sprinkler takes the old fashioned game of Limbo and gives it a makeover!

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    This sprinkler sprays water at the top of the limbo bar to add more difficulty for the game that already tests your flexibility and balance, like it’s not already hard!

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    It’s called the H2OGO! Limbo Sprinkler, and it’s a perfect way to get kids outside and have fun in the sun!

    The brightly colored sprinkler quickly inflates for little wait time and has an adjustable limbo bar for your desired height!

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    You can find this water toy at Target for only 16 bucks!

    Connect your garden hose, place in the backyard and you’ve got yourself a friendly game of Limbo that also cools kids off on a hot summer day!

    The perfect fun in the sun activity if you ask me!

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  • Target Has A $15 Watermelon Double Water Slide and I Need It

    Target Has A $15 Watermelon Double Water Slide and I Need It

    My kids have been talking about wanting a water slide to use in the yard, thing is, we moved and do not have a huge yard.

    So I was on the hunt for a smaller version that would still be fun and I found it!

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    The Sunsquad™ Watermelon Double Slide has 2 lanes! So races will probably happen between my two youngest daughters. Heck, maybe I’ll give them a run for their money too!

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    This water slide is 18 feet long. It has a water-filled ‘Aqua Ramp” at the beginning. At the end, it has a drench pool area for a big splash!.

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    It also has built-in sprinkler style water sprayers to keep everything nice and wet for a super slick ride!

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    It says the suggested age is 5-12 years, my girls are older, but I think it will be ok.

    As I said, I don’t have room for a huge one! Texas is hot! They need a place to have some fun and cool down. It also says up to 286 pounds so there is that…

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    You can buy the Watermelon Aqua Ramp Double Water Slide – Sun Squad™ online right now from Target! It’s only $15! That’s a crazy good deal in my opinion!

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