Mom's Gadgets

We had relatives from Baltimore visit us recently. When they arrived they wanted to travel to see my boys football game, but we were not able to get directions to them in time. Well with their GPS navigation system they found out where we were and was able to arrive in time for the games. Is giving people directions becoming a thing of the past? For me personally, I hope so because I am not good at giving directions.

The GPS navigation map covers millions of areas of interest, it can lead you to the closest ATMs or gas station. The large screen makes it easy to read at a glance. It also can provide the driver with real-time traffic updates. The unit can be easy removed and slipped into a bag, pocket or glove compartment. You can use it wherever you need it. I am so glad my relatives had this unit, we had a fun day of football and they were able to see their nephews play for the first time.

Anyone with pets or children should have an Automotive Wireless Video Parking Reverse n Sensor. As a driver I believe the most vulnerable time is when we are backing up our vehicle. The fear is that a bike or possibly an animal is lying behind one of the back wheels. Or worse yet, a child. Recently singer/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman had a family tragedy where this device could have been a lifesaver. Hopefully in the future they will make this gadget mandatory in all vehicles.

The Automotive Video Parking Sensor License Plate Bracket has built-in sensors so you can see if there is an animal or person in close proximity to your vehicle. When the sensor on the back license plate detects an object within 3 feet, the wireless receiver inside the car will relay a sounding alert . As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the alert becomes louder and faster. The good news is the wireless device will not interfere with your AM/FM or even satellite radio.

This would be the perfect gift for a young family or as a baby shower gift.

Growing up I loved to read, so much so that my parents would have to MAKE me turn out my bedroom light or lamp.  Later in life I discovered the clip on light, or reading light that is perfect for reading a book in bed. I even found a travel sized one at the dollar store that was perfect for traveling. I used it during college.  It was so useful to have to read by especially late night study times.

I’m sure there are other uses you can find for such a light.  They make these in other styles and models that work well with seeing under your car hood for example or illuminating the interior of your car to read while someone else is driving or to read your map on vacation at night.

There are many uses for this handy gadget which I’m sure you may think of that I haven’t mentioned.  It makes a perfect gift for almost anyone in your life, so remember that when birthdays come or the holidays are approaching.  Inexpensive but useful, what coul be a better gift?