Reviews by Friends of robertsonmdl

this2shallpass19 says "Not sure it does anything special, but it's a good idea." about Radius Natural Cranberry Floss

this2shallpass19 — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:00:20 GMT

Radius Natural Cranberry Floss is a dental floss with interesting claims and an unconventional ingredient for an oral hygiene product, so I guess curiosity got the best of me.

What makes this dental floss different from others are two things. The floss is spun in natural beeswax to help get into your teeth easily, and it is coated with "pure unsweetened cranberry essence" which is suppose to reverse and inhibit the clumping of bacteria which can cause irritation, disease and bad breath.

I already use a dental floss that I really love, Oral-B EssentialFloss, but I was interested to see what Radius Natural Cranberry Floss would be like. The floss is a pink color. Although it is coated with beeswax, I don't find it as easy to get in between my teeth as it should be, or as well as Oral-B EssentialFloss does. The Radius website says that the cranberry essence is "removed during the action of flossing and deposited on the gums to help break up plaque". I don't have plaque build-up,...

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this2shallpass19 says "Planet Zzz Footed Sleepers are the worst baby clothes ever!" about Planet Zzz Footed Sleeper

this2shallpass19 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:51:18 GMT

Knowing that I was looking for some warm, footed sleepers for my toddler, my friend bought my son some Planet Zzz Footed Sleepers that she found at a great price. Unfortunately, these are probably the worst clothing items my son has ever worn.

The Planet Zzz Footed Sleepers feel like they are made out of cheap materials, nothing like Carter's brand footed sleepers. They have a full-length zipper and cloth feet with rubber gripping in the words "Planet Zzz". The zipper even feels cheap, but whatever. I excitedly put my little guy in his new pajamas and felt good that he looked nice and warm. A couple hours later, I was changing his diaper and getting him ready for bed and I saw that there is already a hole in the foot! The seam in the foot was sewn so poorly, it unthreaded itself. It's not like this footed sleeper was too small either, my son wears a size 24 months and this Planet Zzz Footed Sleeper is a size 2T.

Based on the fact that these brand-new pajamas got a hole within...

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this2shallpass19 says "Surprisingly good meatless meal!" about Weight Watchers Smart Ones Broccoli and Cheddar Roasted Potatoes

this2shallpass19 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:53:08 GMT

I normally wouldn't buy a meatless entree, but my best friend said that Weight Watchers Smart Ones Broccoli and Cheddar Roasted Potatoes was really good, so I took her word for it. As it turns out, I can enjoy a meatless dish, but I do wish it had a little more texture.

This meal is very simple; just russet potatoes and broccoli florets covered in a cheddar cheese sauce. I have seen this entree in the freezer section many times, but it looked too plain and simple, so I never bought it. I'm glad I took a chance on it, because I do like it.

Although the cheddar cheese sauce isn't very authentic, it is still good. The potatoes are in small, bite-size pieces and nice & soft, the broccoli is a good addition, but I would like more texture. The potatoes are soft and so is the broccoli, so it would be nice to have some other kind of texture too. I'm not crazy about the processed, chewy meat that is in most frozen entrees, so this meal just might be good enough as is. It is surprisingly...

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this2shallpass19 says "A really nice soy candle that burns for FOREVER!" about Archipelago Lemon Eucalyptus Soy Candle

this2shallpass19 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:38:05 GMT

There are a couple things that I have an addiction to and candles are definitely one of those things. I love having a selection of candles to choose from when one burns out, so I always have a whole bunch in my "candle cupboard". Archipelago Lemon Eucalyptus Soy Candle was my most recent selection from my candle cupboard. It seemed like it would be great because it smelled really good in the jar and is made of soy wax, but I wish it smelled a little stronger while burning.

I don't normally like botanical fragrances like eucalyptus, but the combination of that with lemon is very refreshing. For some reason, I also pick up a slight cinnamon note too, but it seems to work out perfectly. What I like about this candle is that it is made with 70% natural soy wax, which burns longer and cleaner than traditional paraffin wax. This candle has an approximate burn time of 50 hours and I do have to say that it really does burn well. I have burned it for hours and hours and it burns...

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this2shallpass19 says "I get the raspberry, but where's the buttercream frosting?" about Jaqua Raspberry Buttercream Frosting Hand Creme

this2shallpass19 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:11:47 GMT

I think Jaqua needs to fire their scent specialist. I am experiencing the same problem with Jaqua Raspberry Buttercream Frosting Hand Creme that I experienced with their Pina Colada Hand Creme - scents that don't smell like their name.

As with Pina Colada, Raspberry Buttercream Frosting doesn't smell like Raspberry Buttercream Frosting. It smells like tart raspberries, and that's it. Buttercream Frosting (to me) implies a sweet, creamy and buttery scent. There is none of that in there!

This hand creme is a bright pink color. I mean you blended raspberries in the blender, bright pink. The texture of Jaqua Raspberry Buttercream Frosting Hand Creme is interesting. I like it because it is moisturizing and leaves your hands soft, but it is very greasy and takes a long time to fully absorb. I really don't like it's ingredients. Although it does contain some good ingredients, it is loaded with parabens. I won't buy anything that contains parabens, so even if the scent was...

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this2shallpass19 says "If you like spicy orange flavors, you'd love this Bigelow tea!" about Bigelow - Orange & Spice Herb Tea

this2shallpass19 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:04:39 GMT

When the seasons change and it starts to get cold outside, my morning cup of tea gravitates from regular fruit flavors to spiced fruit flavors. I recently bought Bigelow Orange & Spice Herb Tea and although it isn't as good as other teas in my assortment, it is a nice addition to my regular flavors.

A box of Bigelow Orange & Spice Herb Tea comes with individually wrapped tea bags for freshness. This tea is all natural and caffeine-free. I like to steep my tea bags the whole time I drink my tea, not just for a couple minutes. With that being said, this tea comes out very strong when doing so. With green tea, I could steep it forever and the flavors still aren't very strong. With herbal tea, especially Bigelow herbal tea, the flavors are very pronounced and strong - but I like that.

Orange & Spice is slightly tart and sweet. I can detect the flavors of the "spice" more than I can the "orange", which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. I really like citrus flavors and I...

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this2shallpass19 says "Green lips? Maybe, but I love Philosophy Spicy Pear Cobbler! " about Philosophy Spicy Pear Cobbler Lip Shine

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:06:26 GMT

I recently fell in love with Philosophy Ooey Gooey S'mores Lip Shine because of the delicious scent and the way it looks and feels on my lips. When I was at Philosophy's website recently, I saw they offered a Christmas ornament filled with a trio of lip shines in different scents, so I just had to have them! Included in the trio are the flavors: Spicy Pear Cobbler, Gingerbread and Orange Cranberry Spritzer. The set was only $15.00 and each lip balm normally sells for $12.00 a piece, so this was a great deal!

The scent of this lip gloss is amazing! I want to lick my lips and eat this stuff. This mouth-watering scent is like a ripe, juicy pair combined with a tart green apple and a little bit of spice. It's definitely more fruity than spicy, which I like. It is probably the best smelling lip product I have ever used.

I have to warn you. As fabulous as Philosophy Spicy Pear Cobbler Lip Shine is, it is a little weird. As you can see, the color of this lip shine is green. ...

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this2shallpass19 says "A great organic snack from Earth's Best and my son loves them!" about Earth's Best Organic Yogurt Rice Crisp Bars

this2shallpass19 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:37:22 GMT

I try to buy my son as many natural and organic products as possible. That includes body care products like diaper cream and shampoo, and food products too. Since Earth's Best is one of a couple organic companies that I can find, I end up buying their products more than others.

Earth's Best Organic Yogurt Rice Crisp Bars are just like Rice Crispy Treats, but they are made with all natural, organic ingredients and also made with wholesome yogurt. Instead of white rice, these are made with whole grain brown rice. They are also fortified with Iron, Zinc, Vitamin C and six B Vitamins. They come in two flavors: vanilla or banana.

My son has the vanilla flavor and although I didn't think they tasted that good, my son loves them. They are crisp, but easy to pull apart into smaller pieces. Since Earth's Best and Sesame Street have partnered together for some of their products, there are Sesame Street characters on the boxes. The vanilla flavor has Elmo on the cover, and banana

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this2shallpass19 says "Way better than Lean Pockets breakfast sandwiches!" about Weight Watchers Smart Ones Morning Express Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich

this2shallpass19 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:47:31 GMT

I like having quick breakfast foods on hand for when I don't have much time or I just don't feel like making something. I have tried another Weight Watchers breakfast, the Canadian Style Bacon English Muffin, and loved it, so I decided to try another variety: Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich. Although it isn't as good as the English muffin, it's still worth buying.

What I love about these Weight Watchers frozen breakfasts, is that they are so easy to prepare (just heat them in the microwave), and I feel like I am eating something substantial, filling and tasty, but they are low in fat and calories.

Weight Watchers Morning Express Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich is a small pocket sandwich similar to Hot Pockets. It is stuffed with egg whites, cheese, turkey bacon and vegetables. My only complaint about this product is the flaky pastry. It falls apart all over the place and makes a mess. However, the inside of the pocket makes up for it. I can't tell that the turkey bacon isn't real bacon,...

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this2shallpass19 says "Great idea, but it just doesn't work very well!" about Lasting Impressions Natural Timber Wick Vanilla Candle

this2shallpass19 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:27:43 GMT

Knowing I love candles, my mom recently gave me a Lasting Impressions Natural Timber Wick Vanilla Candle. At first glance, this candle appeared to be very cool, possibly the coolest candle I've ever owned. As it turned out, it's one of the worst candles I've ever owned.

What makes the Lasting Impressions Natural Timber Wick Vanilla Candle so neat is that the wick is actually a thin piece of wood. The label on the candle says "Natural Timber Wick...crackles as it burns!".

Just the aspect of a candle that would crackle was enough for me to light it immediately to satisfy my curiosity. If only I could get it to light. I almost threw it in the trash after several unsuccessful attempts of lighting the candle. Since the wick is a piece of wood, it doesn't just light up immediately like a traditional wick. I would light the timber wick and it would burn for a little bit and slowly burn out. Very aggravating. Probably on my sixth or seventh try, it finally took and kept burning. ...

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this2shallpass19 says "Wow! My son actually liked this meal!" about Gerber Graduates For Toddlers Lil' Entrees - Pasta Stars in Meat Sauce

this2shallpass19 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:01:12 GMT

I recently stocked up on a whole bunch of Gerber Graduates meals for my son because they have the perfect portion for toddlers and everything is in small, bite-size pieces. They are also great because they include a side dish of veggies too! Since my toddler son has gone on a veggie strike, it's a real feat that he enjoyed this meal!

Gerber Graduates For Toddlers Lil' Entrees Pasta Stars in Meat Sauce has two sides. One side is small pasta stars in a tomato-based meat sauce, and the other side is green beans that have been cut up in small pieces. I mixed both sides together to hide the green beans, and must have done a good job because my son actually liked this meal. He didn't turn his head or spit out the food!

Gerber Graduates says that this meal contains:

Full serving of vegetables
No preservatives
10% daily value for 4 vitamins & minerals
Provides protein
Is developmentally appropriate

I really like how I don't have to cut anything up, it's already the perfect size and the...

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this2shallpass19 says "Lash Stiletto gives length, but where's the shiny patent finish?" about Maybelline Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara

this2shallpass19 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:41:33 GMT

Even though Maybelline Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara has mixed reviews, I just had to try it for myself. I actually found it on the clearance rack at Target and it included a free eye shadow. Since I had a coupon, I HAD to try it!

This mascara claims to give you 70% longer lashes and leave a shiny patent finish. The brush is a little different from other brushes I have used; it's kind of spiky and soft looking. When you apply the mascara to your lashes, you notice instant darkening and length, but I didn't get the "shiny patent finish" at all. My lashes had the same matte look that all mascaras have given me, Maybelline Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara was no different. It also has a scent that I wasn't crazy about.

This mascara is very easy to apply, it doesn't leave any globs or clumps either on the brush or your lashes. It glides over your lashes effortlessly. What I didn't like about it is the lack of volume and the way my lashes look after applying. This...

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this2shallpass19 says "Trader Joe's Chicken Vindaloo is good, but missing something." about Trader Joe's Chicken Vindaloo

this2shallpass19 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:58:25 GMT

I love trying new products from Trader Joe's because they are almost always fabulous new finds that I continue to buy over and over again. Unfortunately, Trader Joe's Chicken Vindaloo isn't one of those products. As a one time lunch, it isn't too bad, but I wouldn't buy it again.

Vindaloo is a very spicy Indian curry made with vegetables and typical Indian spices like: turmeric, garlic and ginger. When I have eaten it at Indian restaurants, the sauce has been a vinegar/tomato base filled with seasonings, but the sauce in this Trader Joe's version is very different. Trader Joe's Chicken Vindaloo contains, white rice covered in a Vindaloo sauce with little pieces of white meat chicken and carrots, peas and potatoes.

Besides the sauce not being what I expected, the flavor seemed a little "flat". Earthy seasonings like turmeric, curry and masala really need salt added to them to make them pop. I had to add a generous sprinkling of salt to this meal, and I am generally, not a salt...

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this2shallpass19 says "Badger's Tangerine Breeze is one of my favorite lip balms." about Badger Tangerine Breeze Organic Lip Balm

this2shallpass19 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:45:48 GMT

I love all things citrus, and I am totally addicted to lip balm, so Badger Tangerine Breeze Organic Lip Balm looked like it would be right up my alley, and it is! Not only does this lip balm have a delicious tangerine scent, but it's organic and made with all natural ingredients too. Like with all Badger products, there is no animal testing.

I have also tried Badger Highland Mint Organic Lip Balm and loved it, so I knew I would love this one too. What I love best about this product is how smooth this lip balm is on the lips. It glides right on and feels so soft and silky. It's not thick and waxy like Chapstick, and the scent is wonderful. It really does smell like tangerines, it doesn't smell artificial at all. I have previously bought Badger Fresh Citrus Body Butter, and was totally disappointed because it smelled like lavender and did not smell anything like citrus. However, Badger Tangerine Breeze Organic Lip Balm really does smell like a real fruit.

Ingredients: organic...

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this2shallpass19 says "Bigelow's I Love Lemon Herb Tea is definitely for lemon lovers!" about Bigelow - I Love Lemon Herb Tea

this2shallpass19 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:35:52 GMT

Just like with lip balms, I love trying new flavors of tea; especially citrus flavored tea. My latest purchase is Bigelow I Love Lemon Herb Tea, and love lemon you should, if you buy this because it has a very bright lemon flavor.

When I make a cup of tea, I almost never remove my tea bag, and usually drink my whole cup of tea with the tea bag still in it. I like strongly flavored teas and they usually don't get strong enough for my liking. However, after steeping this tea for a couple minutes, I took a smell of the yellow/orange colored tea and could tell that it no longer needed to steep. I took a sip and yes, it was done! My first sip of Bigelow I Love Lemon Herb Tea made my mouth pucker! It tastes like lemon juice with a bit of tea added. But....the more I drank it, the more I liked it. This tea is not for someone who doesn't enjoy citrus flavored teas, or lemon flavors especially. The lemon flavor in this tea is very strong, bright and vibrant.

Like all nice teas...

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this2shallpass19 says "Nivea Good-Bye Cellulite Gel-Cream didn't say good-bye to mine!" about Nivea Good-Bye Cellulite Gel-Cream

this2shallpass19 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:17:01 GMT

I don't know why I even bought this product. I think I was lured into the fact that I can buy an over-the-counter product that can lessen the appearance of cellulite - and it's under $15.00! I must have been dreaming.

Nivea Good-Bye Cellulite Gel-Cream is a blue gel that feels cool on your skin. You are supposed to apply it to problem areas like: stomach, buttocks and thighs once or twice daily. It is designed to "visibly reduce the appearance of cellulite" because it contains L-Carnitine which is known for converting fat into energy. Nivea claims this product will give you:

Noticeably firmer skin within 2 weeks
Visible reduction in the appearance of cellulite within 4 weeks

My Experience

I used this product as directed for about a month. The results? Nothing. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't expecting the results of liposuction, but I didn't notice anything; not firmer skin or a reduction in the appearance of cellulite. The "gel-cream" takes forever to rub in completely. ...

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this2shallpass19 says "The Bicycle Card Shuffler is handy, but has it's disadvantages!" about Bicycle Automatic Card Shuffler

this2shallpass19 — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:59:58 GMT

I play a lot of poker; either with my husband, or when hosting a poker night at our house. When you play poker, you have to shuffle the deck pretty frequently, which can become not only time-consuming, but tedious. When I saw the Bicycle Automatic Card Shuffler at Target, I thought my card shuffling days would be over, which they kind of are, but not entirely.

The Bicycle Automatic Card Shuffler can shuffle either one or two decks of playing cards at once. It requires one, 9-volt battery and you're set. Divide the deck or decks of cards into two somewhat equal piles and place a pile on both sides of the card shuffler. When you're ready, press the "press down to operate" button and hold it down until all the cards have been shuffled and end up in the tray at the bottom of the shuffler.

What I like about the Bicycle Automatic Card Shuffler is that it shuffles a deck of cards in seconds. That really saves a lot of time when you are playing a game like poker, which requires you...

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this2shallpass19 says "Wellness Formula has everything you need to get better faster!" about Source Naturals Wellness Formula

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:55:57 GMT

When I worked at Whole Foods Market, I was responsible for ordering and stocking the shelves with body care and supplement products. One of the supplements was Source Naturals Wellness Formula. This product sold well all year long, but in the winter, when colds and flu are at their peak, this product would fly off the shelves.

This supplement is an immune-boosting blend of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, herbs and other all natural extracts. My husband and I take Source Naturals Wellness Formula at the first sign of illness to help get our immune system in high gear.

A couple of the MANY great ingredients in it are: garlic, vitamin C, Zinc, selenium, echinacea, edler berry extract, propolis, olive leaf extract, goldenseal, grape seed extract and astragalus root extract. There are many more, but too many to list.

Of course Source Naturals Wellness Formula shouldn't be taken instead of a product that will make you feel better, like Dayquil for example, but rather to boost your...

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this2shallpass19 says "Caress Evenly Gorgeous Body Wash smells good & works good too!" about Caress Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Body Wash

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:10:11 GMT

Normally, I wouldn't even consider using a product that isn't all natural, but I received a free sample of Caress Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Body Wash in the mail and I wanted to see what the hype was about. It had gotten great reviews, so I was curious to see what this product was like. As it turns out, I like it....and I'm totally surprised I do.

The appearance of Caress Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Body Wash through the bottle was enough to pique my interest. It is a gorgeous gold color that looks shimmery and pearlescent with small, brown beads flecked throughout. Unfortunately, those small brown beads are actually polyethylene, also known as....plastic! That means plastic is going down the drain and into our oceans, not a good thought.

Brown plastic beads aside, I love this body wash. It smells great. The bottle calls it "Burnt Brown Sugar & Karite Butter". It is unlike any scent I have ever smelled before; kind of savory and sweet at the same time. When you rub...

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this2shallpass19 says "Perfect size for when you don't want to carry your whole purse!" about New York & Company Pleated Wristlet

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:31:36 GMT

When my husband and I go out on a date, I don't feel like toting around my whole purse. If we go to a bar or walk around downtown, I don't want to be responsible for all the contents in my huge purse, so I usually give my husband my phone, lip balm and license to put in his pockets for me. He doesn't exactly complain, but he isn't thrilled to be carrying my stuff around either.

I recently went to New York & Company to return something and saw the New York & Company Pleated Wristlet on an accessory stand near the registers. Instead of getting a refund for my return, I decided to buy the cute wristlet. I immediately knew what I wanted it for - date nights! My husband no longer has to tote around my stuff and I got a really cute mini purse!

The New York & Company Pleated Wristlets come in a nice variety of colors. I chose black, like I do for everything else. It is pretty small: about 7 x 5 inches. The material is PVC, but kind of feels like a cheap leather. There...

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