Reviews by Friends of MikeMaroon

Jo says "I watch TV; my husband works. Thank you Sony Infrared Headphones" about Sony - Infrared Cordless Headphones MDR-IF240RK

Jo — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:45:15 GMT

To the Point

The problem isn't new but the technology to fix it seems to be new - at least new to us. The problem was that our house has an open floor plan meaning my husband's office and our living room are connected. I got used to reading the closed caption wording but sometimes my reading was slower than the words on the screen.

In comes wireless headphones. I tried out a pair of Radio Shack brand headphones at our daughter and son-in-law's but my husband ended up buying me the Sony Infrared Cordless Headphones MDR-IF240RK.

A Closer View: The features

The Sony Infrared Cordless Headphones

come with a transmitter. The transmitter is placed near the television and comes with an AC power adapter.
come with a connecting cord. The box says that the connection to the TV, Audio, or PC equipment is easy. It probably is. For some reason it took us awhile to figure out what plugs went into what holes.
a range of 24 feet depending on the angle of your head.
will last for 60 hours using regular...

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LisaCarey says "Lining and filling makes lips plumper and lipstick last longer " about Mary Kay Lip Liner (All Colors)

LisaCarey — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:37:54 GMT

I keep it simple when it comes to caring for my skin and using makeup. I admit that while I am willing to pay more for skin care products like cleanser and moisturizer I usually skimp of make up products. After all, all I wear on a regular basis is foundation, lipstick and mascara. and in the summer I don't even do all that. I have full cupid bow lips anyway, so usually don't even bother with lip liner but my friendly neighbor (and Mary Kay consultant) reminded me that I would have to buy long wearing lipstick that can dry my lips out if I would add a lip liner to my make up routine. Here's three Mary Kay Lip Liner's to try so let me know what you think.

Mary Kay Lip Liner is available in almost 12 colors and you can easily find one of them to match your lip color from almost natural to deep dark colors. It is $10.00 a liner which to me is a bit pricey, but with careful application could last you a really long time.

Mary Kay Lip Liner is easy to use. You simply twist the "tube"...

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chelseygato says "tastes as good a s smells" about Bigelow - Pumpkin Spice Autumn Spiced Tea

chelseygato — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:37:15 GMT

BIGELOW Pumpkin Spice Autumn Spiced Tea comes in a box of 20 which are each individuallly wrapped in orange foillike paper. Black tea, cinnamon, licorice root, clove, and ginger all make this smell heavenly as it is steeping. Blended and packaged in the U.S. A.; this tea is gluten free. I have a special bread mix I ordered through Amazon.com and I intend to add this tea at room temperature where the recipe calls for warm water. My eighteen year old daughter and my eight year old daughter both drank this tea today hot with ice cubes added because they couldn't wait for it to cool down.

My seventeen year old son who loves green teas is unusually disgusted and says it tastes terrible. He doesn't like pumpkin cheesecake, either so I would not even mention it except maybe you the reader of my survey may have a son JUST LIKE MINE... If so, I wanted to be fair and warn you. If you like it, you seem to really like this tea.

The box was printed with vegetable based ink and...

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OldHippie says "Learn From Our Fore-Fathers" about BrainyQuote - Thomas Jefferson

OldHippie — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:31:45 GMT

I'm not going to write a lot here. I'm simply going to 'copy & paste' several Thomas Jefferson quotes. And also remind you that "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." - George Santayana

See how many past quotes can apply to today's left wing political mistakes.

A wise and frugal government, which shall leave men free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned - this is the sum of good government.

Do you want to know who you are? Don't ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.

Every government degenerates when trusted to the rulers of the people alone. The people themselves are its only safe depositories.

History, in general, only informs us of what bad government is.

I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.

If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in...

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chelseygato says "PLENTY FOR DAILY USE" about CLAIRE'S CLAIRE'S EAR CARE ANTISEPTIC

chelseygato — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:17:44 GMT

CLAIRE'S EAR CARE ANTISEPTIC was given when my eight year old daughter Aimee had her ears pierced in August. My daughter Stacy had her ears pierced at a different store in the same mall when she was three years younger than this daughter is now and every thing went wrong. The bottle I was given lasted a little over a week and I was told to use rubbing alcohol or peroxide.

Not so this time at Claire's. The form had over 12 places where I had to hear something and then sign my name or initials. This huge fuschia and white bottle is about 4 times the size of what I had over a decade ago with my first daughter. We use it three times a day and she is still wearing the same earrings over two months later. With fuschia on the bottle and it's size, it was easier to remember it. With my paranoia after my other daughter's repeated nasty swellings and infections, it was unlikely I would forget anyways but I do have five children. For anybody who wants to have their child's ears pierced...

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LisaCarey says "Glowing skin all day and all night " about Lancome AQUA FUSION CREAM Continuous Infusing Moisturizer 1.7 oz

LisaCarey — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:15:47 GMT

I really do try to find greener products to use in both my home and for my health. Unfortunately sometimes when i try a new product it's not very good for me and that was the case with something I borrowed from a friend since I had no moisturizer. It stung when I put it on, and continued to sting and get worse throughout the day. Stopping at the Lancome counter to do my gift with purchase the sales lady cleaned my skin and recommended Lancome's AQUA FUSION CREAM for my skin. I had tried a sample before and liked it but needed to finish my other products before making any other purchases. However this was an emergency, red angry looking splotches had made their way to my face.

First she cleaned my skin and then added a sample of Aqua Fusion Cream Continuous Infusing Moisturizer. My skin actually said, "Ahhh" in relief. I had actually already purchased this but they were nice enough to fix my red skin before I left the counter. Within about 30 minutes my skin was looking much better...

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LisaCarey says "I wanted my little monkeys to like the barrel, but they didn't " about Milton Bradley Barrel of Monkeys

LisaCarey — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:59:12 GMT

My children love finger playing out the song "Five little monkeys jumping on the bed." I thought that my little monkeys would also love playing with Milton Bradley Barrel of Monkeys. I was wrong.

Angela LaFon's review reminded me of all the fun my little brother used to have with the Milton Bradley Barrel of Monkeys, and I remember my son playing with them much like she describes in her review. But my two girls were just not interested in the barrel, the monkeys, the linking, or the swinging.

Milton Bradley Barrel of Monkeys are cute and I agree with other reviewers that a bigger barrel and more variety in colors is needed. Who knows maybe then my girls would play with it. But when offered this toy, my girls shrugged their shoulders, walked away and went on to play another game, any other game. My three year old while having excellent hand eye coordination finds linking them together frustrating and just wants to dump it out and place on on another. The 4 yr old isn't even...

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LisaCarey says "I won! You broke the ice! My daughter giggles and exclaims" about Milton Bradley Don't Break the Ice Game

LisaCarey — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:44:19 GMT

Rainy day at the beach and on vacation it's time to get a little creative to keep the kids entertained but since it's day two I don't want to break the bank quite yet. Roaming the aisles at the grocery store the toy section the game Milton Bradley Don't Break the Ice Game is on sale for $5.00! I remember this game from when I was a kid. My brother loved this game! My husband loved this game when he was a kid! Sold!

Milton Bradley Don't Break the Ice Game comes home and the game is quickly set up. We don't even need batteries! Within minutes, my daughter giggles and squeals, "I won! You broke the ice daddy!" After about 5 quick games she decided to take a break and hit the Barbie Princess coloring book we also bought (1.00) and I am relieved that my daughter loves this game, since she also says, "Can we play again later?"

Milton Bradley Don't Break the Ice Game is easy to set up, easy to play. The kids enjoy it and even mom and dad can have some fun. It doesn't take...

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LisaCarey says "No bells no whistles just brew " about Mr. Coffee Mr. Coffee 12 Cup Coffeemaker CG13

LisaCarey — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:23:17 GMT

The Mr. Coffee 12 Cup Coffeemaker CG13 is about as basic as it gets. I admit, I am not much of a coffee drinker and when I do drink coffee I usually like the flavored ones, heavy on the cream and sugar (ok milk and sugar substitute now). Anyway, recently I needed the extra morning jolt of caffeine that coffee can bring and pulled out this coffee maker. I only wanted to make about 5 cups or so, thinking that my husband would want to drink some too since I was actually making it.

Using the Mr. Coffee 12 Cup Coffeemaker CG13 is easy and I do like that there is only one lid I need to flip to fill both the coffee and water filters. The coffee was ok, once I turned it into something that most coffee drinkers would scoff at. It was easy to clean out the pot afterwards and there was no spilling over during brewing. There is a side measure to double check the water amount and an extension cord with storage room in the back when not in use.

But what I didn't like about the Mr. Coffee...

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sharoncookie says "Where's the meat?" about Vegetarian Times Magazine

sharoncookie — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:19:09 GMT

I bought the Vegetarian Times magazine a while back. I thought I would find some real good cooking without meat. That would be good for me, I have been told. It is a beauitful magazine. I have spent hour's looking for something that sounded good. Beauitful picture's and sometimes I find a dish that I would like to try. This month is for the Nov and Dec issue. Great, I'll make a dish that nobody in the family has heard of or tasted before. Every dish had at least one item I had never heard of before. But where do you find seitan mushroom's, unflavored rice milk, shroom stock, rice flour. Do you think my family would like tofu in their cranberry salad.

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this2shallpass19 says "Glade Creamy Custard & Blushing Apple smells delicious!" about Glade Creamy Custard & Blushing Apple 2 in 1 Candle

this2shallpass19 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:54:12 GMT

I didn't have a great experience with Glade Jarred Candle - French Vanilla, so I expected all Glade candles to be of the same poor quality. Lucky for me, I took another chance on Glade candles and bought Glade Creamy Custard & Blushing Apple 2 in 1 Candle. Unlike the French Vanilla candle, this candle not only smells good, but makes my whole house smell good too.

Glade Creamy Custard & Blushing Apple 2 in 1 Candle is a glorious mix of two great scents. The bottom half of the candle is red with the Blushing Apple scent, the top half is a cream color and has the Creamy Custard scent. When I burn it on my dining room table, I can smell it in the living room and kitchen too. It smells kind of candyish like caramel apple, but I love it.

I only wish that this candle was made with soy wax, since it is better for the environment and burns longer and cleaner. It is at least infused with essential oils instead of artificial fragrances. I like that small, jarred Glade candles are relatively...

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elvisdo says "Motrin Ibuprofen Definitely Helps Against Fevers and Aches" about Motrin Ib Ibuprofen Pain Reliever Tablets, 300 Coated Tablets

elvisdo — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:36:05 GMT

I'm surprised with the amount of medication in our household. We have vitamins, supplements, pain relievers, fever reducers, cough suppressants, allergy medication, antacids, laxatives, and any other thing you can think of that would be necessary. I could open up a pharmacy.However, there is one label we always have in stock: Motrin Ibuprofen Pain Reliever Tablets.

I'm not one who enjoys putting pills into my body and have been very cautious in what does go in. But I'm not in my 20s anymore despite what I think. My body has changed and my immune system has followed suit as well. Still, I am leery of what I take. Thankfully, Motrin isn't a question for me anymore.

Motrin Ibuprofen Pain Reliever Tablets contain 200 mg of Ibuprofen in each tablet. So what exactly does Ibuprofen do for a person? It is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling), and stiffness caused by arthritis and gout. It is also used to reduce fever and to relieve headaches, muscle aches, menstrual pain,...

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Fardreamer says "Bowden sheds light on Battle of Mogadishu in this masterpiece" about Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War

Fardreamer — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:20:48 GMT

"It is only those who have neither fired a shot nor heard the shrieks and groans of the wounded who cry aloud for blood, more vengeance, more desolation. War is hell." - William Tecumseh Sherman

For all my interest in all things related to the military and especially military history, I have never lost sight of two very important concepts.

One, of course, is the obvious reality that war is never something to be undertaken lightly, It doesn't matter, in the long run, whether we choose to go to war or it is forced upon us, but the whole endeavor is, by its very nature, messy, cruel and unpredictable.

The other concept I try to always remember is that we Americans, as a society, seem to have a tendency to not understand the military, its culture and its very important role in our Republic. Right now, only those who serve (or have served) in the active duty and reserve units of the various armed services and their families know just what wearing the American uniform entails, especially...

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Jo says "My Silicone Grid saves burning or scratching surfaces" about Highly Evolved Housewares Silicone Zone The Grid

Jo — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:44:37 GMT

My Highly Evolved Housewares Silicone Zone The Grid Trivet was an inexpensive ($2.00) impulse buy. You can find the company's website here: http://tinyurl.com/ybywr84 where you will see the assortment of silicone products made.

The Grid comes in red, blue, and black. I bought a black Silicone Grid Trivet. This was my first time using anything like this though if I see potholders and other items I could use I would for sure buy more items by Highly Evolved Housewares.

The Grid is a non-skid counter mat and it truly does not skid. I love the feel of it - soft and rubbery. I don't have to worry that it will scratch my oven, table, or counters.

The Grid is made with InSILate Technology making any thing up to 675 degrees alright to put on the Highly Evolved Housewares Silicone Zone The Grid Trivet.

It is dishwasher safe and made in China. The Grid has a hole so you can hang it or just a place for me to hold on to it.

Highly Evolved Housewares Silicone Zone The Grid Trivet literally is a grid...

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ChrisJarmick says "Part 2 Christmas Movies you aren't sick of incl. baaad ones!" about Best Christmas Movies , Top Holiday Movies , Alternate Seasonal Movie Part 1 of 2

ChrisJarmick — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:02:11 GMT

Best Holiday Movies, Best Christmas Movie suggestions part 2 of 2. When you're in the mood for holiday themed movies but you've seen It's a Wonderful Life, A Christmas Story, Christmas Carol and other well known movies too many times, it is time for you to consider these other, just under the radar holiday movie gems. Christmas movies you aren't sick of...

MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS-- 1945

Set in 1903, it revolves around the romantic trials and family life of Esther Smith (Judy Garland) who falls for the boy next door but learns that her father has taken a job that will uproot the family from St. Louis and land them in New York at the end of the year. Eldest sister Rose (Lucille Bremer) also experiences romantic woes as she awaits a long distance proposal from New York. All the while, the Smith family awaits the arrival of the World's Fair; an event they're convinced will make St. Louis the country's main attraction. It takes place over 4 seasons and includes THE TROLLEY SONG. Vincent...

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OldHippie says "Sweetly Addicting" about Beaumont Coffee Cappuccino - Double Mocha

OldHippie — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:40:20 GMT

Anyone that's ever been to Aldi knows they may not carry the "name brands" other stores do. However, that doesn't mean they are not just as good - and less expensive. Last winter I discovered Aldi carries some flavored coffees - but only in the winter. (???) I guess they think we only drink Cappuccino in the winter. That's the one & only drawback I can find to this product.

For less than the price of one cup of flavored coffee at a high priced joint, you can buy a 16 oz. can of Beaumont Cappuccino Double Mocha. I'm addicted! I've been known to go through a can of this stuff in less than a week.

Nutritional value: Little to none. Vitamin A - "0". Vitamin C - "0". Calcium - 4%. Iron - 2%. Total fat - 5% of daily recommended.

But...I'm a "junk food junkie". What the heck. Just add a heaping tablespoonful of this to hot water - stir vigorously - and enjoy. There's also a recipe on the can for Dairy Freeze Cappuccino. I'm on a budget - a severe budget. But, I've...

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AngelaWLaFon says "Le Creuset: Nothing but the best for my Thanksgiving stuffing" about Le Creuset Stoneware Baking Dishes

AngelaWLaFon — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:31:11 GMT

Le Creuset Stoneware Baking Dishes

Le Creuset Stoneware Baking Dishes aren't your grandmother's casserole dishes! My Grandmother's cooking is fabulous, and I think I am a pretty good cook too but one thing I have going for me is my Le Creuset Stoneware Baking Dishes.

I have Le Creuset rectangular baking dishes that are perfect for:

Thanksgiving stuffing

Casseroles

Sheet Cakes

I have Le Creuset smaller oval baking dishes that are perfect for:

side dishes

downsizing left overs

appetizers like crab dip

I have Le Creuset small rectangular baking dishes that are perfect for:

gift loafs of zuchinni bread

rice pudding for two

small sides like cranberry sauce

And oh so much more. These are just a few examples to get the wheels turning.

Le Creuset baking dishes come in a variety of colors. I have deep reds, bright blues and classic pea greens. (I am sure Le Creuset has their own fancy names for their colors. This are just my own take on the hues.)

I like Le Creuset baking dishes because...

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AngelaWLaFon says "Vera Bradley Paprika Tote: I love this new Vera tote bag!" about Vera Bradley Paprika Tote

AngelaWLaFon — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:30:19 GMT

Vera Bradley Paprika Tote

I really like the look, feel and design of Vera Bradley bags. I think her fabric patterns can work for both classic or trendy looks. I have a Vera Bradley cosmetic bag that was a gift for Mother's Day- sweet! I also have a knock off back pack style bag but as far as Vera Bradley purses and totes go, I've just admired other people's- a lot.

True story:

I saw the Vera Bradley Paprika Tote in a magazine. Love the look, loved the color for fall and even loved the name since I am a big time Paprika user in the kitchen. Macaroni and cheese, deviled eggs - they all need a little Paprika.

Still, would I have put this at the top of my wish list when I have more practical needs? Who knows now because... I won it! Yes, I won it at a fundraiser for the library which I am sure was some good karma for accrueing and paying my library fines without quibbling.

Now that I have a Vera Bradley tote, what do I really think of it?

I love it!

It's an almost square design...

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AngelaWLaFon says "Carter's Just One Year Blanket: 2 sides, oh so soft & oh so warm" about Carter's Sweet Baby Blanket

AngelaWLaFon — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:29:28 GMT

Carter's Just One Year Baby Blankets

Baby blankets are just one of those baby items that are a most have all year round but they can be oh so sweet too.

Our prized baby blankets were hand made, whether crocheted, knitted or quilted but some of our most practical and enjoyed were either from Disney or from Carter's Just One Year. Carter's makes many styles of baby blankets but my favorite is the Carter's Just One Year 2 sided fleece blanket.

What does 2 sided fleece mean?

This Carter's Just One Year blanket has a soft, soft plush fleece on side and a warm, warm pile fleece on the other. One reminds you of a soft plush toy and the other reminds you of the fuzzy and warm fleece jackets by Patagonia.

Of course we want all blankets to be soft to baby's skin but this soft blanket feels great on the parent's or caregiver's arms too.

If I am just swaddling for comfort, I use the plush side next to baby but if I need to keep baby warm, I put the pile fleece inside. Either way, baby and I both...

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AngelaWLaFon says "Clore Dining Room Chairs: Made in the U.S.A., last 4 generations" about Clore Dining Room Chairs

AngelaWLaFon — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:14:13 GMT

Clore Dining Room Chairs

eaclore.com

E.A. Clore is has been making furniture right here in Virginia since 1830. We've been slowly upgrading our furniture, one room a year and trying to buy furniture that is made in the U.S.A.

When it came time to buy dining room chairs and bar stools, we wanted Clore chairs. They are classic and so well made. We'd visited many homes that had Clore chairs that had been owned and used for decades and they still had an amazing look and function too.

Clore chairs are custom made from hardwoods. You can choose from walnut, cherry, oak or mahogany. These are not wood finishes. They are real wood chairs.

We chose: 2 captains chairs for the "heads of the table" with arms, 6 traditional ladder back chairs and bar stools, 4 with backs and 2 without for versatility. My favorite addition from the Clore dining room chairs is the youth chair.

What is a youth chair?

Parents well know that the point in time that comes when a child no longer needs a high chair...

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