Reviews by Friends of RudiXeno

Meri says "Olivio makes me feel better about my butter addiction." about Olivio Premium Products Olivio Spread

Meri — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:50:21 GMT

If I was keeping a life time-line, 2009 would be the year of the olive oil. This year I have discovered olive oil soap and olive oil moisturizer to go with the butter substitute made from olive oil I've used for over five years now. Olivio was recommended by my Father's doctor and then my Father recommended it to me. The butter substitute is called, Olivio.

Olivio has a rich, buttery flavor that tastes great. You can buy it as a premium spread in a large tub made of light olive oil, a spreadable butter that combines real butter with canola and olive oil to make a healthier butter and a buttery spray that is perfect for diets because you can control the amount you spray.

All of the Olivio products can be frozen so I always make sure I have an extra in the freezer- just in case.

What makes Olivio unique?

all products- no trans fat

premium spread & spray- no cholesterol

spray- has zero calories per serving

spreadable butter- half the saturated fat and 1/3 the cholesterol of butter,
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PattyTherre says "Nine tasty soda flavored lip balm tins to keep or share!" about Schweppes Gold Medal Lip Balm Gift Set

PattyTherre — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:22:55 GMT

Quick View: This gift set of ten soda flavored lip balms is tasty, hydrating, and fun. Keep some and give some away or keep them all! I got a great deal on these at HSN.com. They were on sale for just $10.00 a set. They're incredibly tasty in flavors i remember as a kid.

My Take on Schweppes Gold Medal Lip Balm Gift Set

This set comes boxed and has nine separate time of old school Swhweppes soda flavors. The balms are tinted in the tins but have very little color on the lips. Although they have a novelty look to them, they contain good ingredients like organic extra virgin olive oil, organic coconut oil, cocoa butter, beeswax, rosemary and Vitamin E. And boy do they taste great!

You get the following:

# .35 oz. Schweppes' Cider SPF 15 Sunscreen Lip Balm.
# .35 oz. Schweppes' Dry Grape Ginger Ale SPF 15 Sunscreen Lip Balm.
# .35 oz. Schweppes' Raspberry Ginger Ale SPF 15 Sunscreen Lip Balm.
# .35 oz. Schweppes' Black Cherry Seltzer SPF 15 Sunscreen Lip Balm.
# .35 oz. Schweppes' Sarsaparilla...

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TheBard says "You'll Never Need Another Mathematic/Scientific Calculator" about Texas Instruments - TI83

TheBard — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:04:36 GMT

Bottom-Line: The Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator is probably the last calculator you will purchase in your academic career, it is just that powerful.

Texas Instruments released the first TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator, and upgrade of the TI-82, in 1996, and it has gone to be one of the most widely used graphing calculators for students across a broad range of educational levels. In addition to the functions found on normal scientific calculators the TI-83 Plus includes graphing, polar/parametric/sequence graphing modes, statistics, trigonometric, calculus (the Plus) and algebraic functions. Texas Instruments released the TI-83 Plus in 1999 as a replacement for the normally aspired TI-83. The TI-83 Plus also ships with flash memory, which would enable the devices’ OS to be updated as needed.

Powered by (4) AAA-sized batteries (plus 1 CR-1616 or CR 1620 lithium battery for backup), the TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator is large unit ideal for advanced mathematics students...

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Jo says "Herbalife 21-Day Herbal Program didn't leave me Cleansed" about Herbalife 21-Day Herbal Cleansing Program

Jo — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:15:54 GMT

I am buying into the Herbalife life while doing a 12-week weight loss program. They are the sponsors. I bought the Tea and like it a lot.

Another product I bought is the Herbalife 21-Day Herbal Cleansing Program. This is not the first cleanse I have done. I guess in general they don't work all that well for me.

What is Herbalife 21-Day Herbal Cleansing Program

For about $27.00 I got two bottles. One is for the morning and one is for the evening. The products are herbal blends which I like rather than a bunch of chemicals. The morning formula is called the Replenishing Formula and the evening one is called the Cleansing Formula. Herbalife 21-Day Herbal Cleansing Program is called "An internal cleansing system for digestive health."

According to the box the benefits are to helps the body eliminate toxins; to improve nutrient absorption, and it may support weight management. Of course none of these statements nor the product is monitored by the FDA.

I do believe that cleaning out my digestive...

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TheBard says "Most Costly Than Others, But It Brings The Goods" about Kaspersky Kaspersky Internet Security 2010

TheBard — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:31:25 GMT

Bottom-Line: Overall, Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 is more than adequate for both power users and those users who take a more set-it-and-forget it approach to their computer’s security.

Even if the antivirus program cannot clean the infected file, most can at least isolate it and keep from doing harm the rest of the computer system. One of the antivirus programs I trust is Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 a program I recently downloaded and installed on a laptop running Windows 7 Enterprise Edition.

Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 supports Windows 7 (32/64-Bit), Windows Vista (32/64-bit), and Windows XP Home Edition (SP2).

The 411

Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 ships with all the usual suite of protections found in most of its competitors with the exception of a data backup utility. That means you’ll antivirus protection for files, web browsing, e-mail, applications and various processes.

And of course Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 include auto-protect and e-mail...

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PattyTherre says "A VERY sweet soap that doesn't strip my hands like the others." about Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap, Winter Candy Apple

PattyTherre — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:46:55 GMT

Quick View: I like Bath & Body Works' hand soaps and I recently bought nine different scents and types (I had a great coupon!). One that I bought was Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap, Winter Candy Apple. Normally I'm not a fan of the deep cleansing soaps and go for the moisturizing ones but I didn't see this scent in the moisturizing hand soap area so I bought the deep cleansing one. It is VERY sweet but doesn't seem to dry my hands out like the other deep cleansing soaps from BBW.

My Take on Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap, Winter Candy Apple

I never smelled this scent but I knew candy apples are very sweet. I guess the name intrigued me. Winter Candy Apple. Is there a difference between summer and winter candy apples? I had to know so I bought the hand soap.

When I first tried this eight ounce pump soap, I was overwhelmed with the sweet candy scent. I smelled no apple at all, just the candy coating that the apples are dipped into. It...

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stef42678 says "Great Sequel and Great Characters" about New Moon

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:10:08 GMT

I am a huge fan of the Twilight series of novels by Stephenie Meyer, so I couldn't wait to check out the new movie sequel New Moon. My first reactions to this sequel of the Twilight saga was amazing! I absolutely loved the plot, the characters and the scenery was fantastic. I had previously read all four of the novels in the series so I was anxious to find out if this movie followed along with the novel, and it followed it to a tee. There was only one scene that went off on a new tangent, but it was done well and fit the movie. I really loved the characters of Edward, Bella and Jacob in this movie and the Volturi characters were displayed just as I had pictured them in the novel. Edward seems to take a secondary role in this movie to the mysterious Jacob, but there is still a lot of romance and tension between the characters of Bella and Edward. As Edward leaves the area to save Bella from the world of Vampires, Bella spirals into a depression only to be saved by her friend...

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stef42678 says "Adds Life to Hair" about Dove Intense Damage Therapy Shampoo for Accumulated Damage

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:00:26 GMT

I work outside all day so am prone to weather conditions of strong heat and winds, so my hair suffers a lot of damage. I am also in and out of the pool a lot so the chlorine can make my hair dry, so this is a great therapy for my hair. I love the Dove Intense Damage Therapy Shampoo for Accumulated Damage because not only is it a high quality shampoo at a low price, but it always improves the condition of my hair. I found this Dove shampoo for four dollars and it is so easy to use and like first aid for your hair. The shampoo has a soft, and fresh scent that is long lasting and it really works on my dry and damaged ends. It adds a lot of moisture to my hair and seems to make each lock a little stronger and takes away those ugly split ends. The shampoo pumps out easy of the bottle and forms a strong lather that rinses out easily leaving clean and fresh hair. My hair gets a little shine and feels fuller, and healthier everytime.

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stef42678 says "Great Confitioner and Softer Hair" about Herbal Essences hydralicious reconstructing conditioner

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:54:32 GMT

I really love Herbal Essences line of hair products because not only do they work great, but they always have a unique and great fragrance. I found this Herbal Essences hydralicious reconstructing conditioner on sale for under five dollars and it is my new favorite conditioner because not only does it soften my hair and add shine, but it makes my hair look and feel healthier. I use a blowdryer constantly throughout the week as well as suffer from dry and damaged ends on my hair, so this is definite hair therapy. I love that it adds so much moisture to my lock and everytime I use this product, my hair is easier to manage and has a little more shine. It makes my hair look fuller and thicker and if you have hard to manage hair, it works great as a frizz control or style holder. The scent of this conditioner is fruity and delicious and long lasting. It is refreshing to use, and has a great lather that rinses out cleanly. This is a great conditioner for your hair and makes your...

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Katrena says "The Emperor's Egg is an Amazing Story About Penguins" about The Emperor's Egg

Katrena — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:51:48 GMT

The Emperor's Egg [1999, Candlewick Press, ISBN: 0-7636-0557-3], by Martin Jankins and illustrated by Jane Chapman is a 29-page children's book about Emperor penguins.

The Story:

This book gives lots of information about Emperor Penguins. It gives the information in simple terms and has colorful and engaging illustrations that compliment the story nicely.

I actually found this book to be quite informative since I know very little about these amazing birds. I didn't realize that Emperor Penguins can be about three feet tall and that they are the only ones the breed in mid-winter in Antarctica. I find it amazing what these penguins must endure just to ensure that their one egg will survive to hatch.

My Viewpoint:

The Emperor's Egg would be a great book to read at home or to a group of kids that are learning about penguins or how animals protect their eggs. This simple story and colorful illustrations can help to educate children and adults on the interesting world of the Emperor Penguins....

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stef42678 says "Great for Hydrating Hair" about Biolage Hydrating Shampoo

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:49:36 GMT

I shampoo my hair almost everyday, and I am constantly looking for products that not only fit my small budget, but also that add health to my hair. I truly love this Biolage Hydrating Shampoo because it always leaves my hair looking great and it isn't expensive. Biolage is a high quality brand and always makes my hair health improve. This is perfect for anyone with dry and damaged hair because it adds a large amount of moisture to your hair and keeps it healthy. I love that it has a great fragrance that is not too strong, and it is long lasting after you dry your hair. I use a blowdryer throughout the week, and this shampoo helps protect my hair from heat damage and adds a better fullness to it. If you have frizz proned hair, this shampoo also helps make hair more manageable and stay styled. Once applied to your hair, you will love that it deeply conditions and lathers up softly and smoothly. The lather rinses out cleanly without leaving a residue and will leave your locks...

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stef42678 says "Great Cleanser and Acne Control" about DHC Deep Cleaning Oil

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:44:44 GMT

I work outside a lot and am a highly stressed person around my job, so I need a cleanser that not only works to keep my face clean and not dry, but also controls breakouts and blemishes, which is what this DHC Deep Cleaning Oil product does. It is a little expensive at around thirty dollars, but it is definitely worth the splurge because it is a great cleanser and it doesn't dry your face or make your pimple problem worse. This solution is a thin liquid oil, but works great to clean your face and doesn't require any harsh scrubbing. The oil doesn't feel heavy or greasy. You can apply it to just your breakout areas, or your entire face and it starts working fast to cleanse your pores and blemish areas. Once rubbed on, it rinses off cleanly in a soft lather and it doesn't have a harsh drying effect. I think this is a great product for dry and sensitive skin because it will leave your face soft and not overdry it as it cleanses. I love that I can feel the difference in my skin...

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Katrena says "Bear Feels Sick is Cute Story Especially if Child is Sick" about Karma Wilson - Bear Feels Sick

Katrena — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:41:32 GMT

Bear Feels Sick [2007, Margaret K. McElderry Books, ISBN-13: 978-0-689-85985-4], by Karma Wilson and illustrated by Jane Chapman is a delightful story of a sick bear and his friends.

The Story:

Poor Bear is feeling sick, but his faithful friends decide to help him and offer all sorts of help. Each of his friends tries to assist Bear, but it is quite a while before he is ready to play again. Finally, Bear wakes up feeling ready to play, but what's wrong with all of his friends?

My Viewpoint:

Bear Feels Sick is a nice story about friendship and how friends can help one another. Maybe the author should have put something in there about hand washing or should I say paw washing? In the midst of the flu season, I'm sure that kids who are sick might find this book helpful and fun to read, but hopefully the same thing wouldn't happen to anyone who is helping the sick one at home! The illustrations are colorful and the characters are likeable, and the story flows nicely and quickly from one page...

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stef42678 says "Long Lasting Color" about China Glaze Nail Polish

stef42678 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:38:56 GMT

I really love painting my nails because it is a great way to express my style, so I was thrilled when I found this China Glaze Nail Polish on sale. It comes in great color, and every color has just a little shimmer and is very bold. The nail polish was on sale for under five dollars and it is definitely worth its value because it added a bold color to my nails and was long lasting. I work around a lot of water and outside where there are so many opportunities for my nail color to chip, but this color withstood everything and lasted for almost two weeks. I liked that the bottle was clear so you could see the exact color you were buying, because it went on in a nice thick coat of color. The brush is easy to apply color and doesn't drip or smear. I loved that it had a nice shiny tone and made a great statement on my nails. This nail color is a true winner and the perfect way to show off your fashion style on your nails. I also loved that the color served as an amazing nail hardener so it not...

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Katrena says "Vegetarians Will Like Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving" about Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving

Katrena — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:31:56 GMT

Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving [1990, Orchard Books, ISBN: 0-531-08505-8], by Dav Pilkey, is a story of a children's field trip to a farm on the evening before Thanksgiving.

When the children arrive, they are delighted to see lots of beautiful turkeys at the farm. Then they discover that these turkeys are going to be the main course for the big holiday the next day. The children decide to do something about the situation, and each child decides to stuff a turkey up his or her shirt, but the book doesn't really say what they do--the reader has to figure that out on her own. They are quite comical walking out to the bus.

The end of the book shows that the turkeys are actually a part of Thanksgiving dinner, but not in a way that most people would suspect. The story flows well with rhyming sentences that are short and the illustrations compliment the story nicely.

My Viewpoint:

Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving is a cute book that incorporates humor and an interesting side to Thanksgiving....

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Katrena says "The Adventures of Laura & Jack is Exciting But Sad at End" about The Adventures of Laura and Jack

Katrena — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:14:37 GMT

The Adventures of Laura and Jack [1932, Harper Trophy, ISBN 0-05-442045-0], by Laura Ingalls Wilder and illustrated by Renee Graef is a 71-page juvenile fiction chapter book.

The Story:

Laura is a young girl growing up in the day of covered wagons and simple family life. As her family travels from place to place, the family's dog named Jack is a faithful friend that is spunky and fun. Although the odds are stacked against the little dog in many of the adventures, Jack seems to be able to survive anything. Yet, at the end, the family must move again and Jack is now old. Pa decides that Jack will ride in the wagon the next morning, but will the faithful dog be waiting with wagging tale in the morning?

My Viewpoint:

I remember watching Little House on the Prairie as a child. That show really appealed to me, and I remember Laura and her dog Jack on the show. My 8-year-old is now reading chapter books, and she really enjoyed reading The Adventures of Laura and Jack.

It is hard for me to imagine...

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Katrena says "Find the Teddy Engages Kids With the Story" about Find the Teddy

Katrena — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:56:43 GMT

Find the Teddy, [1999, EDC Publishing, ISBN: 0 7460 3825 9], by Phil Roxbee Cox and illustrated by Stephen Cartwright, was based on an idea by Claudia Zeff. This 16 page children's board book features a teddy bear on each page.

The Story:

A little girl has lost her teddy bear and begins a search. Each page has a short sentence and the bear can be seen on each page. The main character continues to look for the bear until the very end, but what happens once she goes to sleep?

My Viewpoint:

Find the Teddy is a cute, fun, and engaging board book. My two-year-old had a little bit of a hard time finding the teddy on several pages, but her eyes absolutely lit up when she recognized a picture inside the book that resembled the front of the book. The teddy is hiding in a big red boot. My daughter loves to talk about and look at boots and shoes but hates to wear them.

The story is pretty predictable. The sentences are short, which to me is appropriate for a board book since they are geared toward...

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Meri says "a Christmas Tradition for over 50 years..." about Wrigley Life Savers Sweet Storybook

Meri — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:52:56 GMT

Yesterday I was in Target looking at the Life Saver Storybooks. I couldn't help but smile and wondered if I should get a few to include in my grandchildren's packages.

From my earliest Christmas memories, Life Saver Sweet Storybooks have been a consistent tradition. Every year Santa always put a book in my stocking as well as a book in my little brother's stocking. The variety of flavors in the rolls were a total adventure to us and we would wheel and deal with each other to end up with two rolls of our favorite flavor. Neither one of us liked the Butter Rum rolls so our Dad got a treat as well.

Since I was a "cruncher" with a sweet tooth my storybook would be finished long before my brother's. Sometime before Valentine's Day I would talk him out of whatever he had left. For me, Christmas came twice in those discarded rolls of candy.

When I became a Mom the tradition continued. Santa always remembered to include a storybook in each of my kid's stockings. Sometime along the way, Life Saver...

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jazzybean01 says "What Happens In Vegas...follows you home" about what happens in vegas

jazzybean01 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:16:34 GMT

Cameron Diaz and Asthon Kutcher star in What Happens In Vegas

Plot: When a stranger gets rich at a casino off another strangers quarter, they get drunk and wake up married. Now back at home, they try to trick the other out of the money, finding out surprising things about each other along the way.

Why I like What Happens In Vegas: Cameron and Ashton are perfectly paired for this comedy. The chase scene is hilarious. LOL funny! I laughed through this entire movie.

If you'd like a funny, feel good movie, rent What Happens In Vegas.

What Happens In Vegas Snack Attack: chocolate chip cookies

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PattyTherre says "Everything's better when it's baked - even blush! " about Laura Geller Blush-n-Brighten Blush Compact, Golden Apricot

PattyTherre — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:08:08 GMT

Quick View: I have been a fan of Laura Geller's line of cosmetics for years. Her line of baked products is great. I have TONS of blushes but tend to stick with rosy hues. I decided it was time for a change so I picked up Laura Geller Blush-n-Brighten Blush Compact in Golden Apricot. I thought I would look orange it doesn't at all. I love this shade and the formula is really great. I'll be buying more shades soon.

My Take on Laura Geller Blush-n-Brighten Blush Compact, Golden Apricot

This blush is baked and has a somewhat uneven texture. It isn't one color throughout. There are shades of deeper apricot and lighter all swirled within the compact. I like that because blush really shouldn't be one flat color. A little variation makes skin look better and the blush look more realistic.

This compact of hard packed blush looks peachy but also has deeper apricot hues. I was totally afraid that my pale olive skin would look like a pumpkin when I applied the blush. To the contrary, the shade actually...

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