Check your cabinets for any hand sanitizer that was manufactured by Esk Biochem, made in Mexico. The FDA has recalled 9 products from the company because they contain dangerous chemicals that could cause terrible reactions and possibly even death.
Products on the list:
All-Clean Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-002-01)
Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-007-01)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-008-04)
Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-006-01)
The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-010-10)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-005-03)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-009-01)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-003-01)
Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-001-01)
I have honestly never heard of this brand or it’s sub-labels. I don’t know where it was sold, but it’s better safe than sorry so trash anything questionable. I double checked my stockpile; nothing was wrong with my stash—still scary, anyway!
While I like and regularly use hand sanitizer, especially during the pandemic, it is not required. Simply washing your hands often with soap and water is most important. Also, it’s simple to make your own hand sanitizer; it’s just rubbing alcohol and aloe vera gel.
Technically, the “tail” is just a growth and it doesn’t wag. Luckily, the pup is showing no signs of health problems and there is no plan to remove it since no pain has resulted.
I’ve seen some comments calling him “deformed” and others that say he’s the cutest dog they’ve ever seen. It’s funny how two people can react so differently to the same image…
Truly, I’ve never heard of such a thing, but I think he’s precious. I hope he is adopted by a loving family. Maybe he’ll get a reality TV show from the notoriety!
Ever since I hurt my hand earlier this summer, I’ve been struggling to stay organized. Despite months of healing, it’s still not 100%, with constant pain that limits my ability to get anything finished.
During a “normal” week, trying to keep up with cooking, cleaning, shopping, family life and blogging has been a challenge. Add in High Holiday prep and I’m really beyond my limits.
The thought of deep cleaning the house, intensive baking, finding everyone party clothes, new haircuts, trying to please relatives by accommodating their wishes/schedules—oh my, it’s just too much!
And, I’m embarrassed to admit that I also have a business trip scheduled for this week that I totally forgot about. (Booked back in April before the injury.) I’m supposed to leave on Friday, attend a 2-day conference, then grab a flight home on Sunday at 7:00AM, with Rosh Hashanah starting at sundown that evening. (Just insanity, I know.)
This was a reality check. I simply can not do what I usually do and I have to admit it, both to myself and others. I will not be cooking a holiday dinner. I will not be baking. The rest of the family will need to pick up the slack.
Yesterday, I paid Merry Maids for 6 hours of cleaning, and you know what, I don’t feel guilty. The dishes are done, the laundry is done, every inch of the house looks and smells clean. No more clutter. I honestly should’ve done it months ago. We can afford it, but I was being cheap and prideful.
I’m way past the age when playing Super Woman is appealing. We have to ask for help and delegate when needed. So what if the bakery is making the challah? Who cares if we eat a rotisserie chicken? It’s not the end of the world!
Very often in my mind, I have these fantasies of perfect holidays, with everyone happy, smiling, just the picture of domestic bliss. But it doesn’t happen in real life. Someone is usually sick with a cold. Another person is in a bad mood. Maybe we’re late to services or my in-laws complain that it’s not “how it was when I did it.”
Folks, you can’t give what you don’t have. This Rosh Hashanah, I don’t have the time or energy. Instead of trying to do it all, I’m letting someone else do it and that’s ok. There’s always next year; there’s always another holiday. I’d rather have a small celebration without making myself nuts rather than an elaborate feast.
5779 was not my most productive year. It was a year that I struggled in every single way – personally, professionally, emotionally, etc. I’m not sad to see it go. Instead, I’m focused on the future. Life is full of ups and downs. I pray that 5780 will be better, but no matter what happens, I have so much to be grateful for. I don’t want to miss the good stuff just because sometimes there’s bad stuff.
This week will be hard, no doubt about it. But I’m committed to keeping my attitude positive, staying calm and going with the flow. I’m not going to worry myself crazy, thinking of worst-case scenarios or beating myself up with guilt. I’m doing the best I can and that’s good enough for now.
To anyone else struggling with mommy guilt, please know you’re not alone. It’s hard for everyone. You are doing a good job, even if nobody acknowledges it. We should support and care for each other. Don’t blame and shame. Be a good friend. Offer to help another mom if you know she needs it. When it’s your turn, she’ll return the favor.
Disney and Target are teaming up to create “stores within a store.” Opening in October 2019, with 25 locations, they will add another 40 more in 2020.
According to the press release, “The Disney store at Target will feature more than 450 items including toys, games, apparel and accessories, with more than 100 products that were previously only available at Disney retail locations. Guests will find favorites like Disney Princess, Star Wars, Marvel, Disney Junior characters, Classic Disney plush, apparel, home and holiday products, along with collectibles like the Disney Animators’ Collection.”
Sounds pretty good, huh? According to the proposed store list, I’m out of luck. (Not a single store in New England, and nothing further north than PA? Hmmm.) Hopefully, my area will be in phase two, but that list of stores isn’t out yet, so it’s hard to tell.
Here is phase one:
Mobile, AL
Murrieta, CA
San Jose, CA
Denver, CO
Loveland, CO
Clearwater, FL
Jacksonville, FL
Chicago, IL
New Lenox, IL
Clarksville, IN
Brighton, MI
Maple Grove, MN
Bozeman, MT
Edmond, OK
Keizer, OR
Philadelphia, PA
Stroudsburg, PA
Allen North, TX
Austin, TX
Euless, TX
Pasadena, TX
Spring, TX
South Jordan, UT
Leesburg, VA
Lake Stevens, WA
No store near you either? Not to worry, the whole collection will be available online. (Of course, the kids would rather go in person, but life isn’t fair!) Price range is $2.00 to $200.00 dollars per item, which is affordable for most Disney fans. I’m definitely adding it to my Hanukkah list.
