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Amazon Home Essentials for the Parents & Teenagers

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Mid-age mom with teenagers - these are things we need in our home (and some fun things too!)!
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My teenage son loves his!
-CMTECK USB Computer Microphone, Plug &Play Desktop Omnidirectional Condenser PC Laptop Mic, Mute Button with LED Indicator, Compatible with Windows/Mac
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Both of my teenagers love these!
-ACONDE 6.56 feet USB LED Strip Lights, DIY Indoor Decoration, TV Backlight, 24 Keys Remote
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My daughter wanted this one. It is super durable!
-NUBILY Laptop Backpack 17 Inch Waterproof Extra Large TSA Travel Backpack Anti Theft College Business Mens Backpacks with USB Charging Port 17.3 Gaming Computer Backpack for Women Men Black 45L
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My daughter loves music and hung these on her doors, walls, etc. A lot for the price!
Btaidi 70 Pcs Album Cover Aesthetic Wall Kit
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My son plays his games on this chair all the time - super comfy!
-Homall Gaming Chair, Office Chair High Back Computer Chair Leather Desk Chair Racing Executive Ergonomic Adjustable Swivel Task Chair with Headrest and Lumbar Support (White)
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My daughter's friends signed this at her birthday party. She still has it and loves it!
-Framed Rose Gold Sweet 16 Birthday Decorations for Girl 12"X16" With Pen & Wall Hanger, 16th birthday decorations Party Favor Sign Poster, Guest Book Alternative, Great Sweet 16 Gifts for Girls
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My son is a gamer…
SAMSUNG 49" Odyssey G93SC OLED Curved Gaming Monitor
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Yep - the teens like these (and I might like them too)
iLC RGB LED Color Changing Light Bulb, 4 Pack
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When your gamer friends need to hear you…
FIFINE Gaming USB Microphone for PC PS5, RGB
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When you need to hear your gamer friends - and the games…fun lights while you are listening!
LENRUE Computer Speakers with Touch Lights
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Fun in a game (or bed) room
DRBLUEB 9 Pieces Neon Video Game Wall Posters
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Great alternative if you don't want to use LED lights taped/glued/whatever to the wall
Galaxy Projector Northern Lights with Timer, APP
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It's a teenage purchase in my house…
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum
 
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My daughter is the make-up person in the house. She loves this!
Makeup Mirror with Lights, 2X 3X 10X Magnification
 
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My son got on a CD kick for a while - took me back to my teenage years!
Craig CD2808-BL Personal CD Player, Blue/Black
 
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My daughter likes a transparent phone case. Don't know why, but this is a good one!
JJGoo Clear Case for iPhone 12/12 Pro - 6.1 inch
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Teenage son's backpack - and it glows in the dark (a little)
Asge boys camo backpack for middle school (Blue)
 
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Got this for my teenage son to use at home. He likes it!
acer Chromebook Spin 2023 Flagship Convertible x360 Laptop, 11.6" 2-in-1 HD Touchscreen IPS, 8-Core MediaTek MT8183C Processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC,Wi-Fi 5,Day Long Battery, Chrome OS+HubxcelAccessory
 
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These are great for my teenagers' bedrooms. Just be careful when pulling off to not pull paint off too.
32.8ft Led Strip Lights Smart App Music Sync Color Changing RGB Led Light Strips Bluetooth LED Strips with Remote Led Lights for Bedroom Home Decoration
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Parent Home Things

 
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Awesome corner shelf!
Love-KANKEI 5 Tier Rustic Wood Corner Shelf
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I used these for shower corners so I would quit getting bruises!
Corner Protector for Baby - Clear (12 Pack)
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I put this in the parent section, because I LOVE mine sooooo much! It can be for everyone!
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Ed. 32GB - Black
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Y'all couldn't help it, but living in the south I use this all the time in the summer!
Spectracide Weed & Grass Killer, 32 fl oz Spray
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Sometimes there are just household things you like more than others - and these are the trash bags I like (yep - mid-age thing…)
Glad ForceFlex 13 Gal Kitchen Trash Bags, 120 Ct
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This is one of those random things, but I really love learning about my ancestry. Made this for my dad!
Palace Learning 3 Pack - Family Tree Chart
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I moved recently and this tape saved me!
Scotch Heavy Duty Packaging Tape, 6 Rolls
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I like that this is remanufactured. Plus, you gotta have ink
Uniwork Remanufactured Ink for Epson 220 220XL
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I love my back porch and I want to enjoy it all year round. Winters in the south are cold too!
EAST OAK 1500W Infrared Patio Heater, IP65
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It's the little things that make life easier…right?!?!
Pro 12 in1 Multifunctional Vegetable Chopper
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With the recent water bottle craze, this is a need not a want anymore!
Lifewit Stackable Water Bottle Organizer, 2Pack
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I have a thing for good, not expensive sheets. I won't lie!
Danjor Linens King Size Sheets Set - 6 Piece
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When you need to purchase new kitchen knives, check these out!
Astercook 21-Piece Knife Set with Block
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Sometimes you just don't want to turn on the big oven for something small…
BLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Toaster Oven, TO1313SBD
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This doesn't fry like your granny used to fry, but that is a good thing. Ha!
COSORI 4 Qt Air Fryer, 7 Functions, White
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I have two shih-tzus - enough said!
BISSELL Crosswave Pet Pro Wet Dry Vacuum, 2306A
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My dad bought me this for Christmas, because I was pitiful and didn't have a drill.
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill Driver, 1/2 Inch
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I told you I have shih-tzus on another item. This has been the best dog food for us!
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Chicken & Rice 15-lb
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I am not going to have frozen pipes. I am not going to have frozen pipes.
ArtiGifts Pro Outdoor Faucet Cover Socks, Set of 2
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It is just something you have to buy every now and again. These hold up well and aren't that expensive.
LOVTEX Clear Shower Curtain Liner, 72x72, 4G
 
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These are so pretty in my dining room. I bought two of these and four of the others.
Carson Crown Top Dining Chair, Green, Set of 2
 
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I bought 4 of these for my dining room (to match the 2 of the other color). LOVE THEM!
CKH Pertica Fabric Dining Chairs, 2-Pcs, White/Blue
 
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The saviors of my walls!
Door Stoppers Wall Protector - 4 Pack, White
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Screened in back porch repair!
by.RHO Screen Repair Kit 4" x 80"
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I use these in my kitchen. Love them!
LAGOM 18" Dimmable LED Under Cabinet Light
 
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These are the 12 inch version of the lights from the other post.
LAGOM 12" Dimmable LED Under Cabinet Lights
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I bought these for my kids' bathroom - perfect size!
Eidonta 3-Light Modern Brushed Nickel Vanity Light
 
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I put these on the side of my house that needs more light - wireless and solar powered!
Solar Motion Sensor Lights Outdoor, 4 Pack, 188 LED
 
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I like the daylight bulbs. Probably something only a mid-age mom cares about.
MAXvolador A19 LED Bulbs, 100W Eq, 5000K, 4-Pack
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Hung in my pantry - it looks nice!
Globe Electric 2-Light Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling
 
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Changed all the 90s brass out of the house when I moved into my new house - this is just one of the things you don't think about changing from brass to brushed nickel!
Brushed Nickel Tub Drain Tip-Toe Trim Kit
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Great low-profile fan - and not that expensive
Mpayel Ceiling Fans with Lights and Remote, 20”
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Cost effective way to change from brass to brushed nickel without having to spray paint all the doorknobs!
Probrico 10 Pack Privacy Door Knob Satin Nickel
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These match my doorknobs that lock
5 Pack Brushed Nickel Keyless Passage Door Knobs
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And this was used to paint all of the brass hinges!
Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Metallic Spray Paint, 11oz
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I use this for my powder drinks - mixes it and froths at the same time!
Zulay Kitchen Powerful Milk Frother Handheld Foam Maker for Lattes - Whisk Drink Mixer for Coffee, Mini Foamer for Cappuccino, Frappe, Matcha, Hot Chocolate & Coffee Creamer by Milk Boss (Black)
 
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I don't own this one, but I think it is super cute. I am probably going to have to get this!
Over The Door Hooks, Towel Holder (Black)

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We love our Aggies basketball - very cute & durable
Simple Modern Collegiate Tritan Water Bottle 32oz
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This thing saves me from buying Drano every 5 minutes, because of my daughter's thick hair!
TUBRING Ultimate Tub Drain Protector - Aqua
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10 foot iphone chargers - yes please!
LYBFZ 2Pack 10FT iPhone Charger [MFi Certified]
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My teen daughter loves this set!
Bedsure Full Size Sheets Grey - 4 Pieces
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You always need more towels, especially with teenagers! Where do they go?
Hawmam Linen White Bath Towels 4-Pack - 27x54
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I love these sheets - I know - weird thing to love!
Utopia Bedding King Bed Sheets Set - 4 Piece
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We use these in the bathroom, because my daughter and I have too many bathroom products…
Madesmart 2-Tier Organizer with Slide-Out Bins
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I'll be honest, at the writing of this note, this item is a wish not something I already have. But, it is on my vision board this year!
LG 27-Inch StanbyMe 1080p Portable Touch Monitor
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I have to decide between this one and the other one on my board. This one is bigger, so it is edging out the other. Decisions! Decisions!
ApoloSign 32-Inch Portable Smart Screen 1080p
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See…I like these. My daughter prefers the Pros. My son doesn't like either. Ha!
Apple AirPods 2nd Gen Wireless Ear Buds
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And these are the ones my daughter likes - probably because she wants to ignore me…
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen Wireless Ear Buds
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If you can live without a good smoothie blender, good for you! I can't!
nutribullet Pro 900W Personal Blender, 13-Piece
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Thankfully I don't remember what life was like before Keurig!
Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker, Single Serve, Black
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I don't need a big tv in my bedroom - this is a good one!
INSIGNIA 32" F20 Series Smart HD 720p Fire TV
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The never ending needs of blocks & cords - I have teenagers, remember!?
USB C Charger Fast Charging 3 Pack 20W
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Teenagers = variety pack! They change their minds every day!
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Variety Pack, 20oz, 12 Pack
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Ask me why I agreed to a beta fish????
Koller Replacement Filter Cartridges XS, 3-Pack
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I am pretending I am in Italy…ha! These are good though!
Wylers Italian Ices Original Flavors (2 Pack)
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You always need more toothbrushes!
Colgate Premier Classic Clean Medium (12 Pack)
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My dogs beg for these!
Good'N'Fun Triple Flavored Rawhide Kabobs, 1.5 lb
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Teenage son = needed
JAME iPhone 11 Case w/ 2 Glass Protectors, Black
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More affordable version of a personal blender - and it is portable (works great)!
YIUOKAEI Portable Blender 21oz USB Rechargeable
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Bought for my teenage son for Christmas - he wanted a laptop (and I didn't want to break the bank)
acer Chromebook Spin 2023 Flagship x360 11.6"
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I needed a basic computer without breaking the bank!
HP 14 Laptop, Intel Celeron, 4GB RAM, 64GB, 14-inch
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I need these to sleep! They work great and are less expensive than most of the others.
300 Count Nasal Strips Anti Snoring (66mm*19mm)
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You always need sheets without breaking the bank!
BELADOR Silky Soft White King Sheet Set - 6 Piece
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Very nice looking along my fence and pathway. Not expensive at all!
GIGALUMI 12 Pack LED Solar Outdoor Lights
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Not gonna lie - Bounty is the best!
Bounty Quick Size Paper Towels, 8 Family Rolls
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I used this to touch up my iron railing on my front porch and my mailbox. Works great!
Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Paint, Gloss Black, Quart
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I always need these - and I love the different lengths in this pack.
Apple MFi Certified iPhone Charger, 6Pack
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These are so pretty in my office! I love sheers over opaque curtains. Personal preference!
Metro Parlor Tan White Sheer Curtains 95"
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I bought a fish why? I like to buy the water like this, so I don't have to guess about whether I have put the right amount of treatment in my water.
API Betta Water, 31-Ounce Bottle
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That beta fishing is living good and he knows it!
Koller 3-Gal 360 Aquarium w/ LED & Filter
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Gotta keep the tank clean for Skippy (yep - the fish's name)
AQUANEAT Aquarium Siphon, Gravel Cleaner (Large)
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Why do these get lost in my house? Probably in a teen's room…
L5B83H for Smart TVs Stick, Cube, 4K, Lite
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I needed underbed storage for my pack racks - I mean teenagers
90L Under Bed Storage Containers, 6 Pack
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I will probably be an old lady using Tide, because I like it that much!
Tide Laundry Detergent, Original, 80 Loads
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My dogs fight each other for these treats. Ha!
Canine Carry Outs Beef Flavor Dog Treats, 47 Ounce
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These are so pretty at my kitchen counter. They are counter (not bar) height. I even put them together all by myself!
HomePop 24-Inch Upholstered Barstool, Suri Blue
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I wanted a pop of color in my office. These are on the cabinet doors!
Ajuny Ceramic Hand Painted Boho Knob, Pack of 10
 
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Door hinges for the cabinets in my office. Match the door pulls too!
Decobasics Oil Rubbed Bronze Cabinet Hinges
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Good for anyone that wants to record themselves and make videos…even me!
LED Selfie Ring Light with Stand, Tripod & Holder
 
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And you always need batteries that don't break the bank!
ACDelco 100-Count AA Super Alkaline Batteries
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I think these get lost in the wash with the socks. Ha!
20W USB C Wall Charger, PD 3.0 Type C Charger
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I needed a personal laptop for home with fast speeds. The i7 in this computer works awesome and is super fast!
Lenovo Ideapad 5i Business Laptop, 15.6" Touchscreen FHD IPS, Intel Core i7-1165G7 Quad-Core, 8GB RAM 512GB SSD, WiFi6, Backlit Keyboard, Fingerprint Reader, Webcam, Card Reader, Win 11, GM Accessory
 
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Really cute - my friend bought them. They add a vintage touch to her bathroom & kitchen.
GLADPURE Soap Dispenser - 2 Pack, 18 Oz Antique Design Thick Glass Hand Soap Dispensers; with 304 Rust Proof Stainless Steel Pump, 6Pcs Clear Stickers, for Kitchen, Bathroom - Silver
 
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It is portable! Love it!
YIUOKAEI Portable Blender Personal Juicer - Kitchen 21oz USB Rechargeable 4000mAh Large Battery with 6 Blades for Smoothies Shakes Baby Food and Proteins - Home Office Gym Sports and Travel (Black)
 
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Great bedside lamps - split between my teenagers rooms since they only have one bedside table.
Table Lamp Bedside Lamps for Bedroom, Table Lamps Set of 2 Lamp for Bedrooms Set of 2 with 3 Way Dimmable Using Rocker Switch Nightstand Lamp Desk Lamp with AC Outlets for Living Room Home Decor
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My teenager needed a case for her iPad and chose this one. It works great and is exactly what she needed!
ProCase for iPad 9th Generation 2021/ iPad 8th Generation 2020/ iPad 7th Generation 2019 Case, iPad 10.2 Case iPad Cover 9th Generation -Black