Reviews by Friends of bratt69

Ajj13 says "Love this game! Old favorite!" about Milton Bradley The Game of Life

Ajj13 — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:01:44 GMT

The Game of Life was a favorite of mine as a child. In this game, you spin a wheel, move spaces and go through various phases in life from getting a career to having a baby, to retiring. The winner is the one with the most money at the end of the game.

It's a simple game. It doesn't last too long, though it's a not a fast-paced game either. There are chances to "gamble" which as a kid I always loved doing and spinning the wheel. The little pegs that you place in your cars was another personal favorite.

I was a little bummed I have to say to find that the game was updated with more modern careers and salaries. The new version of the game has "career cards" and the old one did not. I enjoy the old version better, but maybe that's just the traditionalist in me.

Kids love spinning the wheel and putting little pegs for people in the cars. As long as they can count money, it's an easy enough game to teach. It will keep them entertained, particularly on days when they cannot go...

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Ajj13 says "Great Dry Erase Board!!" about Board Dudes Magnetic Dry Erase Board Value Pack, 24 x 36 Inches

Ajj13 — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:44:05 GMT

I went through a lot of dry erase boards in college. That was what feels like a long time ago. So when my family needed a central area to leave messages, I was surprised at all of the choices out there. I went through a few that turned out to be "not so good" choices and then I found Board Dudes Magnetic Dry Erase Board. This board has lasted a long time. It is simple to clean and easy to write on. The magnets work great. The accessories that come with it such as the eraser and the pens are wonderful. I have never had a hard time getting the ink off. They even sell an eraser that has magnets in it so you don't loose it. We have upgraded to this eraser for convenience. They also sell pens with magnets, but we like having a variety of colors so we bought the variety pen pack. The board has hung up well, isn't too conspicuous amongst our kitchen and works well for everyone. I love the magnetic feature so I can leave coupons, photos or notes attached to the board.

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Ajj13 says "Timeless Toy!" about Tupperware Shape O Ball

Ajj13 — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:11:05 GMT

I had the Tupperware Shape O Ball as a kid and loved it. As I grew up, I hunted around for this ball, completely surprised to find out it was made by Tupperware.

Now, I give this as a gift to all of my friends with young children. It is sturdy and has helped up to be passed on from child to child. It is a simple concept but the Tupperware Shape O Ball seems to really entertain the children. It is a simple shape that is easy for small children to hold and the blocks are sturdy enough for those small hands. It is easily washable. The bright, primary colors seem to attract the eyes of small children. It is a toy that can keep small children entertained for longer periods of time. They also seem to enjoy the sound the ball makes once the blocks are inside.

The only downfall of the Tupperware Shape O Ball is the cost. But I will say that it is a bit pricey but the ball is made of quality materials and will last you several generations.

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Ajj13 says "Our most played Wii game!!!" about Smarty Pants for Nintendo Wii

Ajj13 — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:43:34 GMT

Smarty Pants was the first game we bought for our Wii besides the Wii Sports pack to get the extra controller. We played it over and over again when we first bought it a year ago and we are still playing it today. I definately give the game five stars because it is our most played game, both just the family and when we have friends over. It's good to play with kids but all the adults also enjoy playing together at parties and other get togethers.

The game allows you to tell it how old you are so it can figure out the difficulty level of questions to ask. And it seems pretty good at picking questions that fall into age appropriate categories. This game took no time to figure out how to play. Even after having it for over a year, I haven't recognized any repeat questions.

The game is silly enough to keep little ones amused but not too silly as to turn off the adults. We always enjoy seeing who is the smarty pants in our house!

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Ajj13 says "Great fun - if you can find a good deal" about Nintendo Wii

Ajj13 — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:09:51 GMT

The Nintendo Wii was one of those "have to haves" in my house and I caved last holiday season when we got a good deal. Everyone in the house seems to enjoy it, but after witnessing my little brother fall prey to the video game beast, video game time is quite limited in my house. It is nice that there are fun games that the whole family can compete and play along with each other in.

We enjoy the games that came with the Wii as well as have purchased others. We have the Wii Fit board as well. Everyone in the house seems to be able to understand how to work the machine and follow directions. If we get bored of sports games, it is nice to be able to play some of the trivia games that are suitable for younger ones as well as adults.

I was surprised at how good the graphics are but disappointed that the machine only came with one controller when you need at least two to play with only one other person. So it seems that there were a lot of hidden costs with this game. But all in all,...

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Ajj13 says "Don't leave home without it" about ChapStick Lip Moisture SPF-15

Ajj13 — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:52:59 GMT

One of my favorite products by far is ChapStick Lip Moisture SPF-15. I stumbled upon this product years ago in college and I have been a faithful buyer ever since. Even when something new catches my eye, I'll try it and then go back to ChapStick Lip Moisture SPF-15.

When I wear lipstick or colored lip gloss, which mind you is rare, I will still apply this first. It isn't too heavy and lasts for hours. My lips always feel better once it is applied. It is strong enough to tackle the harshness of winter and light enough to work perfectly during the summer at the beach. It doesn't take a lot to cover your lips and doesn't feel waxy or build up.

Another thing I like about ChapStick Lip Moisture is that it doesn't have a smell or flavor. I don't care for the smell of original chapstick and I hate flavored lip glosses. ChapStick Lip Moisture is unscented and pretty much tastes like nothing. So if you do happen to lick your lips, you aren't disgusted.

Like I said, I have been...

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jasyjen says "A fun game that the whole family likes to play together" about I Can Do It Games The Grinch Christmas Bingo Game

jasyjen — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 15:29:31 GMT

I stumbled across The Grinch Christmas Bingo Game at Target and as soon as I saw it, I grabbed it up. I love Christmas, I love The Grinch, and I like playing Bingo, so this game had a lot going for it. I was attracted right away to the packaging of The Grinch Christmas Bingo Game because it comes in a brightly colored tin container with 3D lettering and graphics. The game is approved for children 4+, so I was pretty safe in the age department.

As soon as I showed The Grinch Christmas Bingo Game to my two children (boys, ages 8 & 13) they wanted to play. OF COURSE THEY DID! It's the Grinch! When we opened up the game, there were a lot of "oohs" and 'aahs' from us, as the game is has a 3D piece that sets up to look like part of a living room with Christmas tree and a chimney! HOW COOL!

The directions were very easy to follow, and this Bingo game has a little twist that makes it different from other Bingo games. We all liked the twist a lot. Here is how you play The Grinch...

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Jolie says "buyuggsboot.net is a scam! Ugg Boots from China that are fake." about www.buyuggsboot.net

Jolie — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 05:22:46 GMT

Background on Buyuggsboot.net

A friend of mine at Viewpoints recently passed along a site called www.buyuggsboot.net. She found it online. www.buyuggsboot.net is a web site that sells all styles of Ugg Boots at discounted prices.

We werent certain if www.buyuggsboot.net were the real or not. But after a thorough review of the site, we thought it was legit. Buyuggsboot.net looks like a reasonable reseller of Ugg Boots. The page is designed well, the pictures look authentic and they make claim to having the real deal. They also consistently site throughout the web site having customer satisfaction commitments.

To add to the thought it was authentic, the pricing seemed good but not amazing. As you probably know a typical pair of Ugg Boots cost about $110. On Buyuggsboot.net the cost was $89.00- approximately a $20 savings. Seemed like a good deal, but they werent so cheap that I thought it could be scam. As an aside, last year Nordstrom had a similiar sale on Ugg boots so the pricing seemed...

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jasyjen says "The LARGEST Maxi pads I have ever seen. YOWZERS!" about Always Maxi Pads Overnight Extra Heavy Flow

jasyjen — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:26:49 GMT

There are some subjects you just want to talk about. This review is about one of those topics. Maxi Pads. UGH - I hate that word, and I hate the time of month that goes along with it, but....still. There are some products you come across that are just so 'different' that you HAVE to share your experience. Here's mine.

Always Maxi Overnight Extra Heavy Flow pads. WOOF! I have never in my life seen a maxi pad that is as large as this thing. I mean it is HUGE. GIANT! A surfboard! For the sake of this review, I'm sitting here with a ruler so I can measure the size of this thing. Here it goes.... While still in it's individual wrapper it measures over 1/2", obviously when it's unwrapped it's not nearly as thick. The length of this maxi pad is what I find so unbelievable! I just measured it and it measured at 15" long. THAT IS OVER ONE FOOT of maxi pad that you are supposed to wear while you sleep. Good luck with that! (Oh, also they have wings so they cover...

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jasyjen says "The New Moon movie was MUCH better than the New Moon book" about New Moon

jasyjen — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:56:25 GMT

This review is the for New Moon movie, and not the New moon book.

The day before Thanksgiving, I splurged and took the kids to see the New Moon movie. I rarely pay the prices at the box office, but because I enjoyed all the Twilight books so much I wanted to see the movie. Of course, there was a long line to see the New Moon movie, but we were able to get into the first showing. The theater was packed, but even the pre-teen girls that were there to watch it were quiet and behaved themselves during the film, so I was happy.

For the record, the New Moon book was my least favorite of the series. I found it to be slow and boring, and the characters all annoyed me. While the New Moon moviewas also a bit slow in parts, I thought that the Jacob character was well presented and I actually started to like his character (I hated the Jacob character in the books). It didn't hurt that Taylor Lautner, the actor that played Jacob, was absolutely gorgeous and really buffed up for the movie....

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jasyjen says "A great gift for Twilight fans" about NECA Twilight Square Metal Jewelry Box

jasyjen — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:44:13 GMT

During the holidays, I try to find gifts that are unique and original. When I saw this Twilight jewelery box, I knew right away that it was the perfect gift idea for my friend's daughter, who is 13. Like most young girls, she is a HUGE Twilight fan and has Twilight jewelry that I thought she would like to be able to store safely inside this Twilight jewelery box.

I ordered this gift from Amazon for a price of $ 16.99. I thought that was a reasonable price, and because I'd never seen anything like it in stores I jumped at the chance to order the Twilight jewelry box. Also, I was thinking that it could possibly become a collectible item one day if it was well taken care of.

When my package from Amazon arrived and I saw the detail of the Twilight jewelery box, I knew I had made the right choice. It is absolutely beautiful! It has a pewter finish and is detailed with an intricate scroll design around the top of the Twilight jewelry box. The jewelery box itself features a black and...

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jasyjen says "An inexpensive holiday gift for men" about Gillette Fusion 4-pc Mega Holiday Gift Pack

jasyjen — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:25:22 GMT

I've come to realize that men's shaving products, such as razors, are EXPENSIVE! I think the amount that they charge for a razor is just outrageous, and I refuse to pay regular price for something that will be used and thrown away. During the holiday season, most name brand razors are offered in a gift set that offers an amazing savings AND several full-sized grooming products that make great holiday gifts. When the holidays approach, I begin looking for these razor gift sets for my husband, and stock up while the price is so good.

My husband really likes the Gillette Fusion razor because it gives him a clean shave. Gillette is one of the top selling razors all year long, although I think like other razor companies the regular price is ridiculously expensive. The Gillette Fusion 4-pc Mega Holiday Gift Pack is a GREAT DEAL and includes the following items:

A Gillette Fusion razor with an enhanced indicator lubricating strip, 5 Powerglide blades, a flexible comfort guard and a finger...

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jasyjen says "An unsuspecting Christmas comedy that my whole family enjoys" about Just Friends

jasyjen — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:30:30 GMT

Just Friends did not receive the attention it deserved when it was at the movie theaters. In fact, I never heard of the movie until I watched it on DVD as a rental. However, after watching Just Friendsonce, I ran out and bought the movie and added it to my DVD collection. IT IS HYSTERICAL!!! Absolutely hilarious film that stars Ryan Reynolds (love him!), Anna Faris, Amy Smart, Chris, Klein, and a host of others.

NO SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW -

Just Friends is an unsuspecting Christmas comedy that the entire family can enjoy together. When handsome and successful Chris Brander (Reynolds) returns to his hometown on an unexpected trip, he is put in the position to be face-to-face with his best fried from high school (who he was secretly in love with). Although Chris arrives back home confident and self-assured, being back in his hometown and surrounding by people he went to high school with, he quickly loses his confidence and is sucked back into his insecure old self. It is hilarious....

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jasyjen says "Puff's tissue is the ONLY choice in my book" about Puffs Ultra Soft & Strong Tissue

jasyjen — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:09:26 GMT

When you're sick and have to blow your nose CONSTANTLY, the last thing you want to do is use a rough tissue. Am I right? It just plain hurts! Puff's Ultra Soft & Strong Tissues make an enormous difference when you don't feel good. It's like blowing your nose into a nice, soft, ultra-thin blanket! Seriuosly, they are that soft!

No one likes to be sick. But when you have a nice soft box of tissues by your side, you don't mind having to blow your nose as much. Puff's Ultra Soft & Strong Tissues may cost a little more (hardly anything worth mentioning) but they are better than any discount or bargain tissue. Because they are thicker and stronger, you don't need to use as many at a time. One tissue will go a long way, thus you're saving money in the long run.

I keep Puff's Ultra Soft & Strong Tissues in my house all year long. We have a box in the bathroom and a box on the kitchen counter at all times. We may not always need them, but it's good to know we have them on...

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jasyjen says "One of the best men's colognes I have ever smelled" about Curve Soul

jasyjen — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:51:19 GMT

Curve Soul for men is likely THE BEST men's cologne I have ever smelled. It has a sexy, musky scent that is irresistible. If you're looking for a gift idea for your man that YOU will be able to enjoy too, pick him up a bottle of Curve Soul for men. Trust me ladies, this stuff is amazing. The fragrance is rugid and manly, with a hint of an earthy woody aroma. There are hints of sandalwood and musk that blend perfectly together making a very masculine scent.

I bought this cologne for my brother one year for Christmas, and when I smelled how amazing it smelled on him, I ran out and bought a bottle for my husband. I purchased one bottle of Curve Soul for less than $ 20.00, and believe me, one bottle lasts for about a year. Now, I buy a new bottle for my husband every Christmas, and it has become his signature scent. When we got out and he wears Curves Soul, someone will usually come up and ask him what cologne he is wearing. It smells so good!

Although Curve Soulis a Liz Claiborne...

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jasyjen says "This gift set has a little bit of everything - Great gift idea!" about Burt's Bees Nourishing Gift Set

jasyjen — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:29:33 GMT

If you're looking for gift idea for a woman this holiday, you can't go wrong with Burt's Bees Nourishing Gift Set. Packaged in a snowflake themed gift box, there's a little bit of everything to make a woman feel pampered and pretty. Burt's Bees is a popular brand of beauty products for women because the products are all-natural and don't contain any artificial ingredients. Burt's Bees products smell nice, feel great on the skin, and I don't know a single woman that wouldn't be thrilled to receive a Burt's Bees gift set as a gift.

The Burt's Bees Nourishing Gift Set includes the following items:

Milk & Shea Butter Body Bar (bar soap that can be used in the shower)
Milk & Shea Butter Body Wash
Milk & Honey Body Lotion
Burt's Bees Lip Balm
Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream (Smells just like lemon drop candies!)
Milk Bath Bath Salts
A yellow, zippered carrying case to hold all the items

The items in this Burt's Bees gift set are not small trial sizes. These are full size bottles of Burt's...

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jasyjen says "Gives new life to even the limpest hair" about Kenra Volume Spray

jasyjen — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:33:18 GMT

If you have fine hair that tends to always look 'limp', or if you like your hair to have lots of volume, than Kenra Volume Spray is for you! This hairspray is THE BEST hairspray you will ever try. If you're having a bad hair day, you can spray and play with your hair using Kenra Volume Spray, and it will be transformed into a much better version of the hairdo that you are trying to improve. HONESTLY. Once you try Kenra Volume Spray, you will become a faithful user.

Kenra Volume Sprayis such a good product that it was awarded the winner of the 'Stylist Choice Award' in 2006. What women like about this particular hairspray, is that it has super strong hold (without looking stiff) and gives even the limpest, flattest hair volume and body. It isn't a 'sticky' hairspray. In fact, you can spray and play with your hair to get it just the way you want it and then spray it to give it the hold that you want.

The pros of using Kenra Volume Spray are as follows:

All day hold
Fast drying...

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jasyjen says "An inspiring book, but difficult to read for many reasons" about Precious

jasyjen — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:48:03 GMT

The novel, Precious, was originally released titled, "Push" in 1996. It was renamed Precious, I think, because it was made into a movie that has yet to be released. I learned about the book Precious from Oprah Winfrey, who recommends the book.

NO SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW:

Precious is an illiterate girl who has been sexually abused by her father, physically abused by her mother, and is pregnant with her second child from her father. For many reasons, the book Precious is difficult to read. There is graphic descriptions of the abuse that Precious suffers at the hands of both her parents, which is difficult in itself. When Precious gives birth to her first child, it is born with many birth defects and is quickly taken away from her. Pregnant with her second child at twelve years old, Precious is confused and concerned about her unborn child's health and wellness, and how she will care for it once it is born.

The book Precious is written AS Precious herself speaks. Her language...

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jasyjen says "Better than any travel mug I have ever owned" about Chinet Comfort Cups

jasyjen — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:26:22 GMT

It seems that I am always on the go, running the kids somewhere that they need to be. Between football practice, baseball practice, school event, work, and everything in between, there is always somewhere that I need to be. As a coffee lover, I have tried several different types of travel mugs so that I can enjoy my coffee on the go. No matter how much I spend, or what type of brand I buy, travel mugs always leak and drip coffee on my clothing! It frustrates me to no end.

On a recent trip to Walgreens, I saw Chinet Comfort Cups on sale. I liked the fact that they came with lids and a chique' pattern that looked like something you'd see from your corner coffee shop. The cups came 10 to a pack, with lids, for a price of right around $ 3.00.

As soon as I tried the Chinet Comfort Cups, I began telling everyone I know about how great they are. These things are better than ANY travel mug I have ever owned! They don't leak, they keep my coffee nice and warm, and they look nice...

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