Reviews by Mandigrl

Mandigrl says "My house has a great smell now!" about The Body Shop Home Fragrance Oil

Mandigrl — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 01:24:37 GMT

I love to use The Body Shop fragrance oils in my house. The little bottles of oil last a long time because the oils are very concentrated so you only have to use a few drops of the oil in your oil burner to get a fantastic, long-lasting scent. The Body Shop has many different great scents to choose from. Sometimes I like to mix a few drops of different scents together in my oil burner to make my own unique scent.

I think the only drawback for me is that they oils can be a little pricey. The bottle is really small and costs more than if you got the same size bottle at a regular store. I use my oils often, so I do go through the bottles more quickly than others might. Sometimes I add water to my oil burner with the oils to make it last longer and to lighten the scent, but the directions on the oil and burners usually tell you not to add water.

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Mandigrl says "A must have!" about Claritin D Allergy Medicine

Mandigrl — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 01:12:35 GMT

I use Claritin D in the spring and fall to help combat my allergy symptoms. I've been using it for years and haven't found anything that works as well. The only drawback is that you have to go to the pharmacy counter (at least in Michigan you do) and provide your driver's license to get it because it has Sudafed in it. There's also a limit of how much you can buy in a month. But that really doesn't have anything to do with the effectiveness of the product at all. I don't mind going to the pharmacy for something I know will make me feel better....

Mandigrl says "The Great Smokies" about Gatlinburg, TN

Mandigrl — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 01:08:00 GMT

We used to go to Gatlinburg, Tennessee every few years when I was growing up. I haven't been there in many years until we went this spring. It was still the same place I remember, very relaxing and could be really romantic if you want it to be. There's lots to do and see for families too.

Great scenery with all of the mountains. It's a lot more "touristy" now than it was the last time I was there, but still a lot of fun. They have a huge Ripley's Believe It Or Not aquarium that is a must see too! We stayed in a hotel at the very top of one of the mountains that was wonderful - I think it was called the Park View hotel.

Can't wait to go back soon!

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Mandigrl says "Best camera around!" about Canon - PowerShot A540 Digital Camera

Mandigrl — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:06:48 GMT

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Mandigrl says "Great product!" about Apple - Ipod Nano 8GB

Mandigrl — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:06:00 GMT

Love the different colors too....

Mandigrl says "You pay for what you get." about Pontiac G6 - 2008

Mandigrl — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:58:48 GMT

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Mandigrl says "Small class sizes and great atmosphere!" about Madonna University

Mandigrl — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:58:12 GMT

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Mandigrl says "Why don't you start sampling too?" about Startsampling.com

Mandigrl — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 01:11:25 GMT

I became a member of startsampling.com years ago. I'm pretty sure it was when the site was first getting started. I have received many great samples.

Over the years there seems to be a lot more advertising on this site. I guess that's part of the whole concept of the site, but I liked it better when I first joined. It seemed like more of a small community then, rather than a big commercial site like it is now. Also, because the site has grown so much, sometimes it is difficult to get a sample because there are so many people trying to get the same sample and there are only a limited number of them. I still visit the site frequently though.

You can receive points for logging into the site and giving your opinion on the samples you receive. It can be difficult to accumulate enough points to redeem for anything. Also, when the points do accumulate there might not be anything to redeem to points for. I think this site should have more items to redeem points for. I just...

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Mandigrl says "I'm hooked on this show!" about Jon and Kate Plus 8

Mandigrl — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:43:55 GMT

I discovered this show about a year ago and was hooked from the first episode.

I love the antics and the chaos the family goes through on a daily basis. There is always something entertaining and funny going on in each episode. It is great to see how well organized a large family can be. The children are all healthy and happy.

It's interesting to me to see all that the family goes through to do things I would consider to be easy things - like grocery shopping. I don't have kids so to me grocery shopping is kind of fun and almost relaxing. If I was shopping for 10 people, I'm sure I'd feel very differently!

I have heard a lot of negative comments about Kate, the mom, and her bad attitude and how she treats her husband badly. I think they both do a very good job of balancing each other out. It can't be very easy to manage 8 small children and the parents are going to argue and not get along, whether there's a camera in front of them or not. There have been times when Jon, the...

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Mandigrl says "So convenient and they smell good too!" about Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

Mandigrl — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:35:17 GMT

I was so happy when the Clorox disinfecting wipes came out. I am "obsessed" with Clorox Cleanup and was relieved when these wipes came out. Now I don't have to have everything smell like bleach, including my hands, to make sure things are clean and disinfected.

I use these wipes for everything, not just disinfecting. I use them to clean up the edge of the sink, tub and around the toilet between bathroom cleanings. I use them in the kitchen to wipe up small messes on the counter. And I even use them on the cutting board before I use it.

These wipes are great for cleaning most surfaces. I use them on just about everything. Both versions smell great too!

The only thing I would say is a negative about these is that they aren't absorbent at all - but then again wipes that are wet have already absorbed a lot. Wet messes need to be cleaned with something dry before disinfecting the area anyway.

I would recommend the Clorox Disinfecting wipes to everyone!

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Mandigrl says "A giant lint roller" about Swiffer Carpet-Flick®

Mandigrl — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:25:09 GMT

I used the Swiffer Carpet Flick at a friend's house and have to say I am not impressed. This thing was like a giant lint roller, or a giant roll of masking tape. It could be handy if you had a small area of pet hair to clean up - and needed the roller to be on a long handle. But for practical purposes like cleaning up small bits of food or dirt or something I think using my Dustbuster is easier.

The pad wasn't very sticky and seemed to need to be replaced often.

I don't think this product is very practical. I know I won't be investing in one and can't think of any reason why I'd recommend this product to anyone.

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Mandigrl says "Half dead and then no replacement??" about 1-800-Flowers.com

Mandigrl — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:05:51 GMT

I have used 1-800-flowers.com many times to order flowers for different occasions. There are some really beautiful arrangements to choose from. The prices aren't that bad either. They run some pretty good sales fairly often.

The flowers have always been fresh and arranged beautifully, except for the last time I ordered from them. I especially love the birthday cake shaped flower arrangement. I have ordered this a few times and have gotten many compliments on it. I have also referred other people to the site just to order the birthday cake shaped arrangement.

The last order I placed with 1-800-flowers.com was for my grandmother. It was a surprise thank you for her. At the time they were running a deal on mini roses, buy a dozen get a dozen free. That sounded perfect! A dozen free flowers, what a wonderful deal. Who wouldn't love to get TWO dozens roses, and as a surprise! My grandmother called when immediately after they were delivered. She was overjoyed and very...

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Mandigrl says "How about some new music??" about BMG Music Service

Mandigrl — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:21:59 GMT

I joined BMG a while ago to get the free music. I got free cds for like a penny, but had to buy 4 cds at regular price within a year. When I first joined there were all kinds of cds I wanted to order. It was really easy to fulfill my membership requirements. Now that I've been a member for a while it doesn't seem like they ever have the latest and greatest new releases. Their regular priced cds, with shipping cost a lot more than at a regular store. So don't expect to buy new releases at a discounted price.

They run great deals on music with buy one get one free, or free shipping, etc. You can get cds for really great prices when they run these deals. I have paid like $2.00/per cd before. Especially when they run the free shipping deals!

I would recommend this club to anyone who wants to expand their music collection, but not if you are looking for new releases.

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Mandigrl says "Great place for supplies for any pet" about DrsFosterSmith.com

Mandigrl — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:48:32 GMT

I first started using this site to buy ferret supplies. The site that I usually used partnered with Drs. Foster and Smith. That actually made it easier to buy products for all of my pets at the same time.

This site has a great selection of supplies for any pet. They have competitive prices too. Since I started ordering from them I get small catalogs and some emails to alert me of sales and specials. The shipping is really fast, I've only waited 2 or 3 days at a time for my shipments.

The only thing I don't like about this site is they don't have any deals on shipping. Most sites offer free shipping after spending a certain amount of money. Not this one. If I'm going to buy online, I usually try to get the most for my money, and if I have to buy more supplies (that I'll need anyway) to save on shipping then that's what I'll do. I wish this site would catch on, they'd probably get more sales this way. Now I only buy the things i can't get in the stores near me. All of...

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Mandigrl says "Great way to recycle" about Yesterday's News Cat Litter

Mandigrl — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:32:42 GMT

I never knew this stuff existed until I started adopting ferrets over 12 years ago. Because ferrets are so small, regular dusty cat litter can be very harmful to them and their tiny respiratory systems. Yesterday's News is recycled newspaper and is virtually dust free. A big bag of this litter is cheaper than the normal size box of clumping cat litter.

I haven't tried this with the cat since she likes to "dig" and "bury" her treasures. I just don't think she'd get the same satisfaction out of trying to bury things in these little pellets. I would like to try using it with her though. Since it is virtually dust free I don't have to worry about her inhaling all of those little dusty particles from the litter while she's digging around in her litter box.

The only downsides I've noticed is that this litter doesn't mask odors as well as the usual clumping litter does. Also, when the pellets get when it's like getting paper wet, it just sort of sits there in a big clump. There's...

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Mandigrl says "Greatest pet ever!" about Ferret

Mandigrl — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:52:47 GMT

I have owned ferrets for about 12 years now. I think they are great pets if taken care of and trained well. In 12 years I have had 4 different ferrets and they have all been great companions and great with children. I never had any children living in my home, but when we had family over the ferrets were always a big curiosity for the all of the kids. Mine never bit anyone or even acted mean. They tolerated being picked up and constant attention from the children.

Before getting a ferret you should do your research on what it takes to care for one. It's not difficult to learn, they just aren't as easy to take care of as a cat or dog. They need more individual attention. I just put my last one (#4) to sleep this morning. He was old and wasn't doing well. The lifespan of ferrets is only around 5-7 years. They are such small animals that if they get sick it really takes a lot out of them. My last 2 ferrets were put to sleep due to old age and not being well. I never...

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Mandigrl says "Very cute movie" about The Break Up

Mandigrl — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:44:54 GMT

This movie didn't seem to get very good reviews when it was in theaters, but I liked it.

Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaugh have great chemistry in this movie. I think they made the movie even more entertaining because you could tell they had chemistry. I thought the scenes where the two of them are trying to compete against each other to try to get the other to move out, were pretty funny and entertaining. I can even picture a few of my friends to the same kinds of things to each other.

I liked the story line for the most part. Some scenes were a little far fetched, but still believable. The ending wasn't all that great and was pretty predictable which was disappointing to me.

I think this movie is great for anyone who likes comedies.

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Mandigrl says "These penguins put life and love into perspective for me" about March of the Penguins 2005

Mandigrl — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:40:54 GMT

When this movie first came out, I was convinced it was yet another boring animal documentary. One of those with the monotone narrator that practically puts you to sleep. When I finally rented this movie I was very surprised how wrong I had been. The narration by Morgan Freeman was spectacular. He made it fun and captivating, not monotone and boring.

This movie takes you through a year in the life of a penguin. It shows how much these animals go through just to mate every year. It was amazing to learn about everything the penguins go through and how hard they work. They walk hundreds of miles to get to the breeding grounds every year and then walk back and forth all those hundreds of miles, to find food. I think this movie, and the penguins, really put life and love into perspective for me. There are many heartbreaking moments and even more inspiring moments.

The cinematography is amazing especially if you watch the making of the movie on the dvd. It's even more amazing...

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Mandigrl says "Definitely a deli creation" about Oscar Mayer Deli Creations

Mandigrl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:27:28 GMT

These sandwiches are great for lunches, as long as there's a microwave available. I had one for lunch today as a matter of fact! There are many different flavors/combinations. The meat and cheese are always fresh and taste good. The name fits too, the meat is fresh like it's from the deli.

These hot sandwiches is not only a break from the old peanut butter and jelly, but they're made from high quality ingredients. Everything you need is in the box - bread, meat, cheese, condiments, and cooking tray. They don't take very long to make either, only a couple of minutes in the microwave and you have a hot, fresh sandwich.

The serving size is great too, if you are only looking for a light meal or snack. I don't think these are good if you want to have a large portion, like for dinner.

I recommend these sandwiches to everyone. They are easy and effortless to make.

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Mandigrl says "So many bags, so little time!" about ebags.com

Mandigrl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:12:55 GMT

I came across this site a couple years ago and love it. There are so many different bags. They have purses, backpacks, laptop cases, wallets, and all kinds of other things in between. They have a variety of colors and styles in each category. There are many designers to choose from too. The prices range from on the cheap end to pretty expensive.

I have bought mostly purses, but have also bought some laptop accessories and a backpack that is also a laptop case. I can't even begin to write about how much I love this backpack. Not only is it great for all of my school books/supplies but there's a special section just for my laptop that also has a laptop sleeve that can be removed. There are pads that Velcro inside the laptop compartment so that your laptop can fit properly and not slide around if it's a small one, but the pads also come out to make room for the bigger laptops. There's plenty of pockets for cords too.

I have also bout some bags for other activities, work, the...

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