This post has been sponsored by GlassesUSA. They have provided me with compensation for writing this story today, however all opinions are my own.
When I was in second grade, I suffered from massive headaches. These headaches were so crippling that I spent more time in the nurse’s office than I did in class.
“Maybe she’s bored in class.”
“Maybe she’s sick.”
“Maybe it’s cancer.”
“Maybe she needs more sleep.”
No one could figure out what was wrong. This went on for a few weeks before anyone thought about my eyes. The mystery was solved.
I needed eyeglasses.
I’ve mentioned it in the past, but I am a motherless daughter. As time goes on, the memories of her are slowly fading away. But I will never forget the first time she took me to buy glasses.
We went to a kid friendly place with a lot of different options for glasses. I remember standing there looking at the different frames, carefully debating the merits of purple versus pink frames. She stood back and let me pick. It was the first time I had complete control over something I wore. Before then, we always picked together with her opinion overruling mine if we disagreed.
I settled on a pair with pink frame for my first pair of glasses. I wore them until fifth grade when I begged my mom for something less babyish.
My prescription is very weak. In fact, most days I go without wearing my glasses because my children love to rip them off of my face.
I’ve always wanted to order eyeglasses online, but I’ve been intimidated by the idea of it.
How would I be able to figure out what shape looked right one me?
GlassesUSA has solved that problem by creating a virtual mirror. It is really simple to use. Upload a photo of yourself and “try on” a pair of glasses.
You can also do this directly at their website and try on several pairs at once. I think when it is time to order, I’m going to get first pair in the second row.
GlassesUSA has provided me with a great discount code to share with the readers of A Cookie Before Dinner. They offer a 110% lowest price guarantee and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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(orders over $50). Code: FS15
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If you wear glasses, what do you remember about getting your first pair?
This is cool! I ordered my last pair of glasses online as well and it was a great experience; I would definitely do it again. Off to check out GlassesUSA’s selection!
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I don’t wear eyeglasses, but I can barely walk to the mailbox without wearing my sunglasses. I always have a hard time picking out sunglasses online because I have a very narrow face, and a lot of the oversized styles just look goofy on me. Love the idea of a virtual mirror to try them out first! Love the story about your mom. What a great memory for you to have of her! Thanks for sharing.
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I love my sunglasses too! My eyes are so sensitive to the light! They start to water and I get really squinty if I don’t have them on.
The way that GlassesUSA lets us try things on our actual faces before we order them is so clever!
You look FANTASTIC in every single pair! Seriously, you have a total glasses face! I got my first pair of glasses in the 3rd grade after also suffering from headaches. I love the story about your mom…it made me tear up! Great post, and I can’t wait to check out this site! My daughter broke one of her pairs of glasses over the break, so we are in need of some new ones!-Ashley
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Thanks Ashley! I think you might be the first person who has ever said that to me. I’m not sure I’ve got a face meant for glasses, but I’m glad you agree!
I love the story about my mom too, it is one of my favorites.
I remember your post Grief Comes in Waves… Nice memory of your mom in the above post! And, how cool to be able to order glasses on-line — I didn’t know that was possible! Visiting from #sitssharefest. 🙂
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Fun! I did a glasses sponsor post last year and those were my fave pair of all time. I lost them in August in the Dallas airport somewhere 😉 I started wearing glasses when I was 12, and now without glasses or contacts I am considered legally blind! Be sure and come back and model which ones you choose! Can’t wait!
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That’s so cool, NJ! Thanks for sharing this and the awesome discounts. All my eye insurance allowances are back in Jan (cha-ching!) so this is perfect timing. BTW, I like Dune Black the best on you (bottom left)!
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You are so welcome Gracielle! It was really fun to work with them! I think my husband is going to order a pair now that his insurance has reset again too!
I like the Dune Black ones A LOT!
I’ve always wanted to order glasses online, but I’ve been to afraid they wouldn’t fit right. I may give it a try this year after I get my eyes checked. I also, had headaches as a child when I needed glasses.
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Sonya, these guys would be a great place to try them out!