Reviews by Friends of angel28960

AnnaBanana says "Sears brightens up another corner!" about Grandrich Ceramic Table Lamp Model No. G2084 WHT

AnnaBanana — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:55:22 GMT

It is the start of another new year and who knows what the future will bring? Well, here is one safe bet -- as we each get older, we will probably feel less enthusiastic about scaling ladders or perching on chairs and reaching up to change bulbs in overhead lighting fixtures. It stands to reason that most senior citizens depend more and more on table lamps, night lights, or lighting fixtures which can be reached from a safe standing position on the floor.

Alas, my dear Auntie's beloved milk glass bedstand lamp finally gave in this year and it turned out to be hard to replace. Aunt Tatty didn't want something breathcatching and dramatic -- she just wanted a nice little lamp to brighten up the corner where her bed is. Sears had the answer and it was something we were able to find on line -- the Grandrich Ceramic Table Lamp Model No. G-2084 WHT.

This little lamp is perfect for a bedroom oriented to either gender and would also serve well in many other kinds of room as well. ...

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this2shallpass19 says "These tabs clean the dishes, but that's not all they do!" about Seventh Generation Automatic Dishwasher Detergent Concentrated Pacs

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 00:36:00 GMT

I'm always trying to find products that are both eco-friendly and effective. It seems like most eco-friendly cleaning products are decent, but missing something, and that also goes for Seventh Generation Automatic Dishwasher Detergent Concentrated Pacs. Yes, it is eco-friendly, but it doesn't provide the same great results I'm used to with traditional dish-washing tabs.

The great things about these dish-washing pacs are:

Chlorine-free
Phosphate-free
Biodegradable
Not tested on animals

The Seventh Generation Automatic Dishwasher Detergent Concentrated Pacs look very similar to traditional dishwashing packs that contain a pre-measured amount of detergent in a clear, plastic wrap. Just pop one in your dishwasher, and that's it. One great thing I would like to note is that the box states that Seventh Generation donates 10% of their profits to "organizations working for positive change".

My Experience

After using half of the box, I have had similar results with each load of dishes:...

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BayouBengal says "ProAir HFA is Not as Good as Albuterol" about ProAir HFA Asthma Inhaler

BayouBengal — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 23:21:12 GMT

I discovered that I had asthma several years ago. I had no idea that I had it but started having allergic reactions to certain things quite often and was sent over the edge with chemical pneumonia when someone decided to do some painting indoors at work without ventilation the building. After that episode it was all downhill. I developed a bad case of allergy induced asthma and was prescribed an inhaler, Albuterol. This past fall when I got my new prescriptions I found a new drug, ProAir HFA, which is the good source of Albuterol sulfate so I was told.

The ProAir HFA Inhaler is smaller than the inhaler I was accustomed to but other than that, it was made the same way. There is a small canister and a mouthpiece with a cover. To use the inhaler you should first shake it up well, remove the cover, place in mouth and make sure your mouth is closed completely over the mouthpiece and press down on the canister to administer the medication. Hold your breath for 10-12 seconds before...

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AnnaBanana says "It's still not the REAL thing but it's pretty good." about Dean's 2% Reduced Fat Holiday Egg Nog

AnnaBanana — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 20:53:51 GMT

When I was a little kid, no year-end holiday season was complete at Grandpa Bowen's house until some hero among us adjourned to the kitchen in the evening and whipped up a bowl or pitcher of egg nog. The formula was simple -- according to some old family recipe, you beat up a few raw eggs with an egg beater (Remember egg beaters!) before adding in a quart of whole milk, some sugar, and a touch of nutmeg. After apportioning my share to me, the adults may have spiked what was left before they divided it among themselves. We toasted each other with our glasses of nog for a festive moment destined to become a memory which I will always treasure.

If you have never tasted fresh, foamy homemade egg nog, you really missed something and alas, it looks like a lot of people have missed the boat on this permanently. Not only is a bowl of egg nog a lot of trouble to make but the authorities have warned us about the danger of eating anything made with fresh (raw) eggs which now present a...

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Bryan-Carey says "Strawberry Shortcake Cafe: Fun, but Parts will Become Lost" about Hasbro Strawberry Shortcake Playset - BERRY CAFE

Bryan-Carey — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 20:53:10 GMT

My girls count many cartoon and television characters among their favorites and one relative newcomer to their list is Strawberry Shortcake and one of several themed toys bearing this character's likeness is the Strawberry Shortcake Berry Café, a small, simple toy.

Toy Commentary:

The Strawberry Shortcake Berry Café is a small plastic toy, shaped like a carved- out strawberry, designed in the form of a dollhouse. The inside has two levels and on one side of the toy, there is a series of leaves stacked on top of one another, forming "steps" to the top level. On the top of the toy, you will find an extension of the strawberry's stem, with a small bird attached.The toy also comes with a large number of accessories. There are about twenty in total and they include things like a Strawberry Shortcake doll; a dress and hat for the doll; bed; bed tray; and more. The unit is small enough that any child in the targeted age group (4 to 7) can carry it around. There are no automatic moving parts...

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jazzybean01 says "Tylenol Cold gives grief, not relief" about Tylenol Daytime Cold Multi-Symptom

jazzybean01 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:34:25 GMT

Tylenol Daytime Cold Multi-Symptom is hands down the worst cold medicine around. Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom did absolutely nothing for me. Not one of my symptoms was relieved. The box says pain reliever, fever reducer, nasal decongestant and cough suppressant, and help sore throats. I did not have a fever, but Tylenol Cold did not help my out of control coughing or dangerously de-congested nose. I was already leery of the fact that Tylenol Cold claimed to help my sore throat, so no surprise there that it did nothing for that either.

I haven't had much luck with medicines claiming to help with multi-symptoms and Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom was no different. At least it was non-drowsy like the box claimed it to be, but I did feel a little "weird" after taking it. I'm not sure how the rapid release gels would have worked because the drug did nothing for me in the first place.

Do not waste your money on Tylenol Daytime Cold Multi-Symptom, you won't get any relief.

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jazzybean01 says "Nyquil is a girls bestfriend that doesn't come in a blue box" about Vicks Nyquil Multi Symptom Cold & Flu Relief

jazzybean01 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:16:56 GMT

The worst thing about being sick is not being able to sleep. I can suffer through the day most of the time because I have things to do. But laying there in bed and not being able to drift off to dream land, is terrible. This is why I love, love, love Vicks Nyquil; it helps me go to beddy-bye land. Have you ever had a stuffed up nose and you lay on one side trying to de-congest one nostril just to have to flip over and de-congest the other one? Talk about a terrible night. With Vicks Nyquil it help dry out your nose and knock you out. It also keeps down the coughing so you're not walking up with a coughing fit in the middle of the night. I never even feel like I've had a drug induced night when I wake up the next morning. I definitely would not suggest taking Vicks Nyquil too many nights in a row because you may become addicted to it, it works that great!

Vicks Nyquil bottles last about the same time as one cold. It's not too expensive and it's definitely worth it...

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jazzybean01 says "Benadryl Allergy...you're my bestfriend" about Benadryl Allergy Medicine

jazzybean01 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:06:27 GMT

I have seasonal allergies that were never bad enough to take allergy medicine for. But when I started working at ranches years ago, I definitely needed help keeping my allergies in check with the flying sawdust and what not. Enter Benadryl Allergy.

Before Benadryl Allergy my nose would run uncontrollably, I was constantly sneezing my eyes were itchy and red, I was a mess. I was barely able to do my job from having to stop and blow my nose so often. Benadryl Allergy severly curbed my sneezing and lessened my running nose (there's only so much any drug can do when up against flying sawdust!). Benadryl Allergy lasted long enough for me to get the job done without having to taking another pill before the direction period says to.

I don't think I ever would have gotten through those jobs without Benadryl Allergy. I highly recommend this to anyone with raging allergies.

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jazzybean01 says "Sudafed Severe Cold kicks butt" about Sudafed PE Multi-Symptom Severe Cold Coated Caplets 24/Box

jazzybean01 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 04:59:19 GMT

I've tried many different cold medicines to keep my head attached to my body during a cold. Sudafed PE Multi-Symptom Severe Cold worked pretty good. It dried up my runny nose and helped sort out the stuffiness in my head. There's nothing worse than having a full day of things to do and feeling miserable and groggy. Sudafed PE didn't keep me from doing the things I needed to do.

I also like the little packets Sudafed PE comes in. You can break off a few and put them in your purse, pocket, or desk at work and have them whenever you need them.

Sudafed PE keeps me going.

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AnnaBanana says "It's made with Whole Grain but ..." about Cheez-It - Baked Snack Crackers made with Whole Grain

AnnaBanana — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 04:46:05 GMT

Alice.com has among other things a wide variety of Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers manufactured by the Sunshine Company. Several of us have reviewed the Cheez-It products, including my own review about Cheez-It Reduced Fat Baked Snack Crackers. Now something new has been added to the line: Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers made with Whole Grain ... to be more specific, 5 grams of Whole Grain per serving. I am a Cheez-It fan from way back but the fact remains that there are OTHER things besides whole grain in these crackers.

STATS:

Twenty-seven crackers constitute a single serving which contains 150 calories with 70 calories from fat. There are 8 grams Total Fat, 2 grams Saturated Fat, 4 grams polyunsaturated Fat, 2 grams Monounsatured fat, zero each Trans Fat. Cholesterol, and Sugars, 250 mg. Sodium, 17 grams Total Carbs, one gram Dietary Fiber, and 3 grams Protein. Also included are 6% (D.V.) Iron, and 2% each Vitamin A and Calcium.

MY VIEWPOINT:

Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers made...

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AnnaBanana says "It's delicious and YES, it is all natural, but ...." about Minute Maid Limonada Limeade

AnnaBanana — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 04:06:00 GMT

Peapod was having a sale on Minute Maid juices to salute the onslaught of the holiday entertaining season and so I decided to take a chance and try something different -- Minute Maid Limonada Limeade, one of the famous company's "Latin-oriented" products. I must say that this beverage has a delightful taste and is also a potion with a great potential for blending into smoothies or mixed drinks. That said, I must add that once again we find that "All Natural Flavors" do not necessarily mean that this is as good for you as the limeade you would make for yourself if you felt like squeezing a dozen fresh limes in your own kitchen.

STATS:

Eight ounces of this juice beverage are considered to be a single serving which contains 120 calories, zero fat, 15 mg. Sodium, 33 grams Total Carbs, and 31 grams Sugars. There are zero vitamins and minerals.

MY VIEWPOINT;

Minute Maid Limonada Limeade contains lime juice from concentrate and less than 1% each Natural Flavors and Citric Acid. Alas,...

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SpokaneMan says "Our Baby Simply Loves the Happy Baby Greens Puffs" about Happy Baby Organic Puffs - Greens Puffs

SpokaneMan — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:17:03 GMT

When it comes to snacks that we allow our baby to have, one of our favorites are the Happy Baby Organic Puffs. It's a finger food designed for babies, and one that not only keeps them happy between meals, but helps work on the hand-eye coordination as they feed themselves these treats. Being organic and packed with great ingredients makes them the perfect snack food to nearly any baby, and when you toss in the fact that there is a fruit and vegetable mixture at the heart of them they seem almost too good to be true. Our favorite of the Happy Baby Organic Puffs is the 'Greens Puffs', which basically taste like they are spinach Cheerios, and the baby just really loves them.

These Happy Baby Greens Puffs comes in a nice 2.1 ounce container that is sealed from the top much like a wet-wipes tube, and allows you to pour out as many treats as you want your baby to have. Then it easily seals back up for either a nice transport container or something you can just set on the counter until...

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SpokaneMan says "Graduates Youurt Melts are Baby's Favorite Snack" about Gerber Graduates Yogurt Melts

SpokaneMan — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:58:43 GMT

When it comes to snacks for our baby, the Graduates Yogurt Melts are one of her favorites. They are basically freeze-dried whipped yogurt & fruit snacks that have naturally given flavors to help with their enjoyment. The Graduates Yogurt Mets come in several different flavors, including strawberry, mixed berries, and peach, so you will most likely be able to find something that your new baby enjoys. Our baby really favors the peach ones, and they all come in these resealable one ounce packages that make it easy for serving them as a snack to your baby.

The best way to explain what these little snacks look like, are that they resemble Hershey kisses, but with a softer texture and a color used to closely resemble the fruit that they are supposed to taste like. Made with real fruit and yogurt these snacks do have a lot of healthy attributes to offer to their consumers, but its also one of those snacks that the baby will eat until there aren't any left, so you will probably have to...

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this2shallpass19 says "This orange scented cleanser cleans my face, without drying!" about Murad Essential-C Cleanser

this2shallpass19 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:28:08 GMT

At one of my recent online orders to Sephora, I was given a free trial-size sampler of the Murad Essential-C skin care line. The samples were actually mini products, and not foil wrappers, so they were definitely generous samples.

The Murad Essential-C Cleanser is designed to:

Neutralizes environmental aggressors
Restore moisture
Remove impurities
Bind moisture to skin

My Experience

This cleanser smells nice, like orange candy. There are small, orange balls in the clear cleanser that probably exfoliate a little bit. A little bit of this cleanser goes a long way. After using, my face feels nice and soft, and not dried out at all. In fact, I think it's claim to "bind moisture to skin" is accurate, because my face feels more moisturized after using than before.

Although Murad Essential-C Cleanser contains some nice ingredients, it also contains methylparaben, which I avoid in all the products that I buy. I do have to say that while I do like the way this product cleans my face...

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CyndiA says "Classic flatware with a lifetime warranty - very pretty " about Oneida Paul Revere Flatware

CyndiA — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 22:06:03 GMT

I picked Paul Revere flatware by Oneida back in my 20s, and I'm glad I did. The flatware pattern is timeless, and I've never regretted my pick. Granny wanted me to pick a silver pattern, but I knew, even back then, that I had no interest in polishing silver. The brushed stainless with nickel requires no polishing or special care. It's even dishwasher safe.

The pattern is very plain but with a nice balance and eye pleasing finish. When I mentioned that I like my pattern, my son said, "Well, I don't think it has a pattern." I did get a laugh on that.

Good stainless is expensive. I think these run $20 and up per piece but priced better in sets and also when on sale. I just added a 4 piece full set to round out, since I only had 4 full sets. Now I have enough to use when we have company. I'd been meaning to do that for years and finally did.

If you want a classic look in nice stainless steel for your flatware, give Paul Revere a look. Tastes vary, of course, but these pieces don't go out...

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LoveisJoy says "Soft Enough to Sleep In; Bouncy Curls in the Morning" about Goody Satin Covered Foam Hair Rollers

LoveisJoy — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:05:11 GMT

Even with all of the advances in hair care technology, sometimes the old-school ways work the best. I'm not suggesting that you roll your hair with frozen orange juice cans, but I am going back to the basics; namely, the much maligned pink foam roller.

Goody Satin-Covered Foam Rollers are available in Jumbo and Large sizes and is a definite nod to the past, while adding a new twist in this update. The classic foam rollers are updated in black satin, which means the end of tangled tresses, damaged strands and frizzy ends. The satin wrap helps to provide a smooth curl and the rollers are comfortable enough to sleep in. I don't need to fuss with a blow dryer or sit under a hood dryer to style my hair with soft, bouncy curls. The large size is perfect for my length of hair, but it would be nice if Goody offered these in small and medium sizes for women who have shorter 'dos.

These satin-wrapped foam rollers work best for me with hair that is slightly damp after shampooing and conditioning. ...

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this2shallpass19 says "This organic cereal is super crunchy and loaded with berries!" about Kashi Strawberry Fields

this2shallpass19 — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 18:13:56 GMT

Whenever possible, I try to incorporate natural and organic foods in my diet. I'm not really a cereal eater, but the picture on the box of Kashi Strawberry Fields Cereal lured me in. It is organic, the flakes looked large and crunchy, and I like the fact that it has real berries too.

I love that this cereal is not only organic, but also very healthy. It has no fat, and only 120 calories per one cup serving. The only nutritional downfall is the fact that it contains only 1g of fiber per serving.

The flakes are big and extremely crunchy. In fact, they might be too crunchy for some people, but I like cereals that don't get soggy quickly, and these flakes certainly didn't get soggy. By the time I was eating my last couple bites, the flakes had sightly softened, but nowhere near soggy. In addition to crunchy, rice and wheat flakes, this cereral also has an abundance of whole raspberries and sliced strawberries.

Although this cereal tasted good, I still felt it was missing...

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LoveisJoy says "Tall Ladies Rejoice! Comfy Fleece Pants That Don't Flood" about Old Navy Women's Micro Performance Fleece Pants

LoveisJoy — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 01:39:27 GMT

I'm not ashamed to admit that I spent a great deal of my high school years trying to avoid the dreaded "high-waters" pants (also known as "floods"). At nearly 5 ft 10 inches tall, most women's pants were about 4 to 5 inches too short for me. Back in the day, it was common practice for me to iron out the hem of all of my pants, wear only flats, and pray that any shrinkage was minimal. Even now that jeans in tall sizes are more easily attainable, casual lounging pants are still scarce. That is, until I found Old Navy Women's Micro Performance Fleece Pants online at oldnavy.com. I was so happy I thought for a moment that I heard angels singing.

Okay, so the fleece pants are not really anything to sing about. Quality-wise, the fabric is soft but thin, there are no pockets, and currently there are only three colors available. Still, they come with a 35-inch inseam! That's even a bit long for me--they'd probably even work for a woman in the 6-ft tall range.

The drawstring...

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LoveisJoy says "You Practically Need to Be an Engineer to Install These Rods" about Kirsch Valance and Traverse Rod

LoveisJoy — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:55:20 GMT

I bought two of these drapery rods at JC Penney to cover a large picture window and a patio door. Both times, the drapery rods were difficult to install. Although the Kirsch rods come with instructions, they are so unclear as to be nearly useless. However, now that the rods are installed I must admit that they do function quite well and my drapes open and close smoothly. The picture window draperies open from the center, and the patio door curtains open from the right. The combination of traverse and valance makes the Kirsch rods a good choice for both my window and door. Some highlights:

Kirsch Valance and Traverse Combination Rod

Perfect for layering a valance over pinch pleated drapes
Sturdy steel construction with a baked-on enamel finish
Wall-mounted cord control
Cord control can be mounted on left side or right side
Traverse can be set up to open drapes from left, right, or center
Both traverse and valance rods are adjustable
3 sizes (30" to 48"; 48" to 86"; and...

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TheBard says "Logitech Deleivers Again!" about Logitech (920-000914) Keyboard

TheBard — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:04:55 GMT

Bottom-Line: Logitech delivers again with this sleekly designed illuminated keyboard.

The Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is a full sized ultrathin keyboard that is relatively simple in design and function; i.e. there is no USB hub, no scroll pad or dials, or separate specialized multimedia keys. What the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard does offer is quite a minimalist keyboard with softly illuminated, but bright keys that are easy to see day or night.

As the name implies, the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is designed with embedded microlens reflectors under each individual key that produce an adjustable soft-white backlit effect under every key, except the function keys, where in the illumination is orange. The intensity of the light can be adjusted via a key in the upper right hand corner of the keyboard and there are three predetermined settings including off; I prefer it on at all times.

Underneath the keyboard, you will find two small plastic feet that extend down from the base, which...

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