Reviews by Hoppy25

Hoppy25 says "Makes perfect sandwhiches everytime!" about Cuisinart Griddler GR 1 Panini Sandwich Press

Hoppy25 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:56:10 GMT

My husband purchased the Cuisinart Griddler GR1 Panini Sandwich Press as a birthday present for me. Little did we know he would become the panini master in our household.

We absolutely love this product. It heats up quickly and makes perfect sandwiches everytime. It seems to cook evenly and doesn't take too long to toast the sandwiches.

While this may seem like one of those kitched appliances you use a few times and then it sits in a cabinet to be forgotten about - this is one that we consistently use. It is so easy to whip up different sandwiches and my family finds them much more enticing if they have been toasted! It really has become a staple for those busy weeknights or weekend lunches.

I have also found that it gets a lot of use when I am out of town as my husband - who is not a cook - loves to use it to make evening meals. My only complaint is that it can be tough to clean and you can only make 2 sandwiches. When it was just us that was perfect, but now that...

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Hoppy25 says "Great Stroller, but not the perfect stroller" about Inglesina Zippy Stroller

Hoppy25 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:48:48 GMT

When I had my first child I went on a hunt for the perfect stroller. I read every review imaginable, tried every stroller on the market. I ended up purchasing the Inglesina Zippy. I really liked the stroller but I don't know if it was the best value for my money.

Pros: This stroller folds up so easy and it truly is one handed. It is great for when you are carrying your child, or are traveling on airplanes. It was also very easy for my husband to use and figure out the controls. It was also very comfortable and worked very well with my Graco Car Seat utilizing the attachments. It also held up very well to wear and tear and was very durable.

Cons: The basked was not very big for shopping bags and the drink holder was flimsy and broke off. Also, because the front bar was not removeable, as my child got older I found it very hard to place her and remove her from the stroller.

As my daughter grew I found myself wanting an umbrella stroller that was easier to use. So...

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Hoppy25 says "The perfect mascara" about Dior Diorshow Mascara

Hoppy25 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:40:16 GMT

The Dior DiorShow Mascara is fantastic and the best mascara I have ever tried - and I have tried a lot of them both drugstore and more luxury brands. I had read about this product in many magazines and had it recommended to me many times before I finally decided to give this product a try.

I have found that many mascara's I use clump and leave my lashes looking very chunky. This mascara is the opposite. Even after a few months it goes on very smoothly, has not clumped, and really opens up my eyes. It also appears to stand up well to water and heat which is a must for me.

The older I get I find that some beauty products are worth spending the money on. This is one of those products. It streamlines my beauty routine, and compliments my make-up perfectly. I also used to think that I needed to match my mascara to my eye make-up but with this brand the black formulation looks great with all color tones.

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Hoppy25 says "Worth Every Penny!" about Clarisonic Skin Care Brush

Hoppy25 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:34:15 GMT

The clarisonic skin care brush was something I purchased on a whim and a recommendation of a personal friend. I purchased in May of 2008 and have been using nearly every day since I got it. It is worth every penny.

What I love about the brush is it gives you the relaxing feeling of having a facial everyday in your own home. I love that you can operate it in water and use mine in the shower every AM. The exfoliation makes my skin feel smoother, rejuvenates, and allows my make-up to go on smoother. If I haven't used it in a couple of days I definitely notice the difference.

The cleaner that comes with the brush can be pricey - but I have found using Cetaphil works just as well. The brush is easy to clean and has become an essential part of my morning beauty routine.

The price is expensive but it is something you will use everyday. I don't usually spend this kind of money on my skin and I have never regretted it.

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Hoppy25 says "Amazing swing but only uses batteries" about Fisher Price Ocean Wonders Aquarium Cradle Swing

Hoppy25 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:27:42 GMT

The Fisher Price Aquarium Swing was a must have for us. We purchased the swing upon the birth of our first daughter after researching all options of swings available to us. She absolutely adored the swing and it became the only thing she would nap in. It gave me lots of free time during the day and she had great naps.

The ability to change directions was nice, the music wasn't too loud and was very soothing. Also the mobile kept my daughter entertained for hours. It was very comfortable to swing in and the multiple speeds helped us find the perfect weight/speed combination.

My only complaint regarding the swing was that it only used batteries. The mobile and music would drain the batteries quickly and we ended up turning off the mobile, lights and music to save on battery life. If I had to do it over - I would probably purchase a newer model of swing that comes equpped with a power cord.

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