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How to Organize your Ski Bag for Spring Break
How to Organize your Ski Bag for Spring Break Spring Break is approaching and it’s time to let loose and explore! This Spring, my family and I decided to go on a much needed ski trip. Whether you are mastering the advanced course or hopping down the bunny hill, it’s important to stay organized in an efficient way. Ski attire can be bulky enough, so make sure you pack lightly when you are hitting the slopes. I have created a guide for first time skiing enthusiasts for what you and your family should bring to be prepared and most importantly be safe, and have fun! Of course, I am taking my favorite On the Go Bags, the #10, #8 and the #4 bag. #10 Bag I use my number #10 bag to keep larger items for what I need after a long day of skiing. I usually keep my #10 bag in my locker of the resort for quick access. Extra Socks - One thing that I’ve always found that my family and I needed were extra socks for during & after our skiing adventures. Nothing can dampen (pun intended) your vacation like being stuck in cold, wet socks. I usually pack at least one extra pair of wool socks if I need a quick change before I go back on the slopes again. Extra Long Johns - Always pack water resistant material when you are shopping for gear. That means no cotton long johns, because they never dry! I always keep extra pairs so we can change quickly in the locker room and get right back to skiing. #8 Bag The #8 bag is great to hold items with me when I am walking around the resort in between activities to keep my family’s items safe and above all, dry! Ski Goggles - This may sound funny, but it’s easy to forget to pack these guys. Make sure that your eyes are protected from the elements like the sun, snow, and wind. Fur Beanie Hat - Keeping your head covered is a must! You lose most of your body heat in this area. This makes all the difference in staying warm all day, especially for the kiddos. And, you don’t want to run around with helmet hair! Hand-warmers -Especially for kids, this is a must to keep their hands warm on the coldest of days. You can also put these hand-warmers in your little one’s ski boots as well. #4 Bag The #4 bag is the perfect size to bring with you on the slopes. It is compact and won’t weigh you down or add extra bulk to your gear. These are my essentials that I put in my #4 bag when I’m physically out skiing. Chapstick - Protect you and your children’s sensitive lips from the dry wind and apply chapstick throughout the day. Sunscreen Stick - It may be cold but the sun actually reflects off the white snow and makes the sun that much more intense! Make sure you use sunscreen on your face, or any exposed areas. Band-aids - Of course we never plan for an accident but I always keep a small amount of first aid-supplies with us just in case. Credit Card/Cash - Getting hot choclate and other goodies shouldn’t involve a trip back to the locker room. To keep our day going I always keep my credit card ready for a snack break. Lift Ticket/Ski Pass- There is nothing fun about getting to the lift and not having your pass XOXO {O}verly {O}ranized Abby #CelebrateShe
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Are You Sticking to YOUR New Year’s Resolutions?
Are You Sticking to YOUR New Year’s Resolutions? Have you been sticking to your New Year's resolutions? Don’t worry, everyone faces setbacks. Like the old saying goes, if you fall off the horse you have to get back on! The most important thing to sticking to your goals and resolutions is to believe in yourself, trust the process and above all love yourself first. Whether you are trying to get back in the gym or master a new hobby, self love is the most important ingredient. Deadlines at work, kids and on top of that room for growth can be quite a challenge. I have put together a few tips for my fellow ladies for the ultimate guide to self love and reaching your goals. Don’t beat yourself up for not sticking to your resolution perfectly. Creating a habit it just that- a habit! Forming these habits take time. Give yourself small goals at a time until you reach your ultimate goal or resolution. Always have a gym bag packed in your car. By always have a gym bag available to you in your car, it is easier to go when you have no excuses! Fill your #10 Bag with a change of gym clothes and a protein shake for after your workout. List everything you’re thankful for during stressful times. Sometimes we can get caught up in the day to day and lose sight of the bigger picture. When you’re feeling overwhelmed list everything that you’re thankful for and all of the qualities you love about yourself. Treat yourself, you deserve it! Let’s talk money people. Expenses and saving for the future are all great qualities to have! However, you have to enjoy everything that you’ve worked hard for. It’s okay to treat yourself to a day at the spa or a new bag without feeling guilty. Protect your high-end bags by organizing them with OTG|247 bags and make your investments last longer! Remember, it takes one lip gloss explosion to ruin a FAB bag. Schedule time for you! Whether you enjoy taking girls trips, date nights or just a good book in bed, you deserve these moments so don’t deprive yourself of them. Find what recharges your batteries and schedule that time for yourself once a week after work. Keep essentials in your #3 Bag to transition from day to night like, makeup, perfume & other times to freshen up! Above all, everyone has their own path to getting to where they want to go. The most important thing is to not give up, trust the process and love yourself along the way. XOXO Love, Amie #CelebrateShe
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OTG|247 2018 Holiday Gift Guide | Give the Gift of Organization
OTG|247 2018 Holiday Gift Guide | Give the Gift of Organization The holidays are fast approaching and by now you’ve probably made your list and checked it twice trying to find each person the perfect gift. Let’s face it, some people are impossible to shop for. The hardest part about shopping for friends is that you’ve probably bought them every practical gift in the book. In case you need a little extra help searching out the perfect gift, check out our list of OTG|247 faves because you can’t go wrong giving the gift of organization. It is time to make shopping for your family and friends simple again. I hope you’re ready because it’s time to cross off those hard-to-shop-for family members from your holiday gift grab list. The Traveler If you’re like me, you have at least one travel friend within your circle. That one friend who is always on the move— and I do mean always. Why not simplify their next flight a little? With Bag #4, your traveler can keep germ free on their next trip. This bag is a stylish way to tuck away wipes, tissues, sanitizer, and even medications. Pair it with the ever-versatile Bag #8. This bag is large enough to hold shoes and a change of clothes. Talk about perfect to have on hand in case of an unexpected layover. This bag is waterproof leather so no worries if turbulence causes their neighbor’s drink to spill. Clean up is easy. Top off the perfect traveling trifecta by adding Bag #10. Imagine the look on your favorite traveler’s face when they realize you found a bag large enough to fit their vlogging equipment and planning folders neatly that is also stylish. Talk about an unstoppable gift. The Professional Do you know a recent or soon-to-be college graduate? The perfect holiday gifts can serve as the perfect work accessories. One thing I remember about walking into the corporate world is that is your feet start to hurt. Prepare your young professional for those walks through downtown for lunch meetings by gifting them Bag #8. This stylish bag is the perfect place to store an emergency pair of flats, extra pantyhose, and hairbrush. This holiday season you can even help protect and store their major files while they are on the go with Bag #10.. Carrying around large manila folders and briefcases are the things you see in 1980s films. OTG|247 Bags are how those who live in the current manage business professional living. Save them the pain of chunky laptop cases that throw off the fun and carefree style by adding Bag #9 into their box. This bag easily stores a laptop, tablet, iPad, and Kindle. What’s even better is that it comes with a removable strap perfect for adding a fashionable crossbody look. The Parent Parents need a break. With all the purchases they make for their kids, it’s critical that they at least receive gifts to help ease the parenting process. Give the mom in your life Bag #7 and they will be thanking you into the new year. This bag is perfect for storing snacks, baby bottles and drinks for kids and “mommy juice” for mom. The sunken zipper adds for maximum insulation and the waterproof lining makes for easy cleanup. Handing out snacks on the way to afternoon activities has never been so easy or looked so good. Speaking of activities, Bag #8 is perfect for the on the go parent to store sports gear for the kids. Know a new mom? This bag is also a stylish way to store diaper changing kit. No doubt this bag will get through the tough years of parenting— and there are indeed some tough parenting years. Make those tough moments a little easier with Bag #6. No, it won’t make them listen, but it’s a great way to store distractions like action figures, race cars, crayons, and paper. Anything to help a mom keep her cool while raising her little ones. And it converts to a cross body for running errands. The Girly Girl Do you have a tween or makeup lover on your hands? Bag #2 is the perfect stocking stuffer. Not only is it able to hold makeup touch up must-haves and extremely cute but, it also is easy to wipe clean. That’s a major lifesaver when it comes to dust from eyeshadows and power foundations. Pair it with a #5 Bag and the girly girl in your life will be able to carry her #2 bag along with her charger, headphones, selfie stick, and even perfume. The Dog Lover Being a dog mom is all fun and games until you’re trying to hold on your Old English Sheepdog while trying to pull out doggie mess bags and pull out treats from your pocket. There are never enough pockets on workout tights to fit everything you need for a long dog walk. This holiday season, gift the dog owner in your life with Bag #1. This bag makes it easy to keep key, cards, cash, chapstick, and dog bags on hand. The attachable straps means both hands are free. The #2 Bag makes storing dog treats easy and mess-free. Clean up is as easy as wiping out the crumbs. They will be forever grateful and their dog will be excited to get on with the rest of the walk. The MAN Men are easily the hardest to shop for and that is crazy to believe since they are pleased with the most simple of gifts. No need to pull out the tech magazines because there are OTG|247 Bags for the modern man. Bag #4 in black is the perfect pocket accessory for any man as it takes on the look of a sleek wallet. The man in your life can store his money clip and shades. Bag #10 is perfect for the athlete. This bag comes in a cool black and is a perfect fit for him to store wraps and gloves for kickboxing or even a change of shoes for the gym. The defined corners will help pull together his outfit while giving a masculine look. The Wino For the wine lover in your life, there’s not much you need to do other than buy Bag #7 and pair it with two of their favorite wines. This insulated bag will help keep chilled wines cool while they travel from party to party. Yes! That means no more of their wine sweating in the purse. The 48” removable straps make for easy hand free movement. Your friend will be glad you gifted them this cool bag, especially when they realize it’ll be perfect to keep their soups and to-go containers warm also. The no-worry easy wipe clean bag means there’s no sweat if there’s a leak or spill. Talk about a win-win of a gift. Organization is the gift that keeps on giving! EVERYONE NEEDS OTG 247| Give the Gift of Organization XOXO ❤️ OTG|247 Girls
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