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Yume Twins is a subscription box dedicated to Japanese cuteness. I received the August 2019 box, and the theme was “Totoro Picnic”. Totoro is a popular Japanese anime character created by Hayao Miyazaki. It has been a while since I watched “My Neighbor Totoro”, but the character has become an icon.

I was quite impressed with the contents of the box:

• My Neighbor Totoro Lunch Box Set (comes with two lunch boxes!)
• My Neighbor Totoro Cup
• My Neighbor Totoro Mini Towel Set
• My Neighbor Totoro Bamboo Chopsticks
• My Neighbor Totoro Picnic Sheet

I like how all of these items are practical and cute at the same time.

I am always on the lookout for cute food containers, and these Totoro boxes are a great size to take on the go. The Totoro chopsticks are also fun. k can’t wait to bring them to school for her lunch!

The Yume Twins subscription box would make a wonderful gift for anyone who appreciates everything kawaii!

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If you are in search of luggage that is both stylish and functional, consider Chester. Our family has some big travel plans for next year, and this Chester Minima suitcase is sure to become our essential travel companion.

The Chester Minima suitcase has TSA and IATA approved exterior dimensions (21.5” x 13.5” x 8.5”) that meet domestic and international airline requirements. I like that it is small enough to be used as a carry-on since I hate to pay the extra check-in fees that airlines charge.

In the past, I always gravitated toward soft-sided suitcases because I thought they were lighter than hard-sided suitcases. However, the Chester’s exterior is made of 100% polycarbonate which is unbreakable and lightweight. And since it is hard-sided, the Chester cannot be overstuffed to the point of no longer meeting the airline carry-on requirements.

The built-in combination lock is easy to set and provides an extra level of security during your travels.

Despite its small exterior, the Chester’s interior compartments provide plenty of well-thought out space for clothing and toiletries. I like how all of the compartments have zippers. This helps the contents stay neat and organized instead of turning into a jumbled mess. On the left, there are three pockets that can store both small and large belongings.

On the right, there is also a handy small, zippered water-resistant pouch that contains a removable laundry bag to store dirty clothes.

This short video shows the Chester’s four smooth-rolling wheels and retractable handle. These features would allow the Chester to easily navigate narrow passages, ramps, sharp turns, and anything else that you may encounter during your travels. I have found that upgrading to a four-wheel suitcase is a game-changer. We still have some old two-wheel suitcases, and I am amazed at what a difference two extra wheels makes when trying to navigate through airports, sidewalks, public transportation, etc.

If you are in search of stylish and high-quality suitcase, be sure to look at what Chester has to offer. The Chester Minima comes in seven modern colors, and is available on their company website and on Amazon.

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The dishwasher that we use came with our house that we have lived in for ten years, so I think it is about time that we upgrade. If you are in the market for a dishwasher as well, consider the Bosch 800 Series Dishwashers that are available at Best Buy.

Inside the sleek modern exterior, the 800 Series Bosch dishwashers contain the latest developments in cleaning and drying technology. With PrecisionWash, intelligent sensors continually scan and check the progress of dishes throughout the cycle, and powerful spray arms target every item of every load. Bosch’s patented CrystalDry™ technology transforms moisture into heat up to 176F and delivers 60% better drying results.* This pairing of advanced cleaning and drying technologies allows the 800 Series Bosch dishwashers to deliver the ultimate clean. In addition, every Bosch dishwasher is ENERGY STAR qualified.

*Based on aggregate average drying performance of Bosch Dishwashers with CrystalDry on combined household load including plastics, glass, steel, and porcelain as compared to Bosch Dishwashers with PureDry.  Drying performance may vary by dish type.

I also like how this dishwasher boasts a lot of flexibility to easily accommodate different types of loads. For example, the MyWay rack provides additional loading space for cereal bowls and large utensils. The Rackmatic® adjustable upper rack easily adjusts to 9 different positions, to allow taller items like stemware to fit in the middle rack while leaving room for bulky items below.  I can see how this would be really helpful since not every load of dishes is the same.

Another nice feature is 24/7 Aquastop®, which is a 4-part leak prevention system that uses sensors to detect and stop leaks, and can even turn on by itself. This line of dishwashers also has a 42-dBA noise level rating, which makes them so quiet, you have to check the exterior Infolight® to know they’re on. If you are looking to upgrade your dishwasher, I would definitely look into the CrystalDry Bosch 800 Series Dishwashers at Best Buy.