Bourne Ultimatum
December 30, 2007 | Movies

"He is SO cool!" I found myself saying this about Matt Damon's character, Jason Bourne throughout the third Bourne movie. And that's how the whole movie was...SO cool. If you liked the first two, you're going to love this one. In this movie, Bourne is being chased by authorities as they believe he has committed a crime while he is simply trying to find the truth about his beginnings as Jason Bourne.

The movie moves quickly and is filled with tons of actions. But it's not empty, violent filled action (if there is such). It's smart, it's inventive, it's unique and it's just SO COOL.

I don't want to spoil the details of the plot but it's definitely worth checking out and buying when it comes out on DVD!

Bed Head Superstar Leave-in Conditioner
December 21, 2007 |

The summer has not been kind to my already fine (and I don't mean hot or pretty) hair. We put a pool in so my hair has been doused with chemicals almost daily. At my latest stop at the salon last week, my stylist immediately put on Bed Head's newest leave-in conditioner. She recommended using it every day for normal styling and also putting some in before I got in the pool to protect my hair from absorbing the pool chemicals. This stuff has been great. This is the newest hair product at the top of my list. It makes my hair soft and shiny without leaving it greasy in the least. It's easy as pie to spray in and in full Bed Head product fashion, it smells great!

Hairspray
July 27, 2007 | Movies

I have never seen a version of this movie..whether the original movie, on Broadway or even a high school play. Honestly, I was a little skeptical. But my sister who had seen it on Broadway this year insisted it would be great. I walked out of the theater saying, "I love that movie. That was a great movie."

Nikki Blonsky was perfect for the role and she did a fabulous job. She hardly quit smiling or dancing the entire time and she just did such a great job. John Travolta was hilarious as her mother. And hearing him say tired as "tard" or iron "ern" made me crack up every time. Amanda Bynes was cute as could be and her physical humor always entertains me. Although my sister tells me Diana DeGarmo fulfilled the role better on Broadway.

Veterans Christopher Walken and Michelle Pfeiffer did a great job. Michelle had a very Cruella Deville vibe about her that went over well. One might have hardly recognized Zac Efron with the suits and slicked back hair. His blue eyes and inate charm pulled off the Elvis type role of Link to a tee.
The storyline was great. The fluff of the dance show seemed to be grounded with the deep-rooted integration issues they dealt with.

My only issue with this movie was that there were SO MANY songs. Yes, it was a musical but every time they turned around they were singing. And according to my sister, there were songs in it that were not in the original. The songs weren't bad, in fact I enjoyed them. Just be prepared to hear a lot of singing. If you enjoyed movies like Grease or High School Musical, you will definitely like this. And even if you didn't, give this one a try. You might be surprised.

Twix Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
July 24, 2007 | Junk Food

As I get closer to a milestone birthday, I find that I am less able to eat yummy stuff like this and not notice a difference. It's too bad because if I could, I'd eat as many as these as I got my hands on. This bar replaces the traditional caramel Twix with a chocolate bar on the bottom and peanut butter on top, all coated with chocolate. Yummy. When I was eating it, I thought it tasted just like an Oreo might with peanut butter instead of icing. Ironically, that same week I ran into Oreo's new peanut butter cookies at Target. Go figure. Anyway, these new Twix PB bars are definitely on my candy bar list.

Evan Almighty
July 20, 2007 | Movies

I was a fan of Jim Carrey and Bruce Almighty . And I'm a fan of Steve Carell (please watch The Office if you do not). But I am NOT a fan of Evan Almighty. I honestly could write a screen's worth about this movie. What I liked was Steve Carell, Ed Helms (also from The Office. You should watch that show if you don't, you know) and Wanda Sykes. They were really funny. I also liked that the movie wasn't irreverant toward God or the story of Noah and the Ark. Steven Carell can be humorous but take things overboard in some of his stuff (think 40 Year Old Virgin) but this had a positive spin on God and the story. Here comes a BIG "but".


But I'm really disappointed in the plot. It was extremely hard to believe even with all that suspension of disbelief stuff. The way he interacted with his work personnel was just weird. I mean all those birds in the office and how his coworkers in reality seemed to accept his explanation? That just wasn't good. And why the beard and why the outfit? And why would he stuff his outfit into his regular clothes and no one say anything until they were piled up on his desk?? And my biggest pet peeve about the movie were the animals. In the original Noah's Ark, the animals were on there to save them and repopulate the earth. I get that. *spoiler here* But this was a local flood and there were all kinds of animals including polar bears and penguins brought in from all over the earth to get on the ark. And then they take a two minute ride into DC with all the animals and then it's over. Why the animals?? And how come they just flooded the country's capital and no one mentioned it or mentioned ANY after affect of it? OK, I'm on a rant. Needless to say either I don't get something or I'm being too picky. Either way, I'm sorry I can't recommend this one.

TrueBlue - Blueberry drink
July 16, 2007 | Drinks

I'm not a big "drink fan". Some people I know are always on the lookout for new drinks and and constantly have a drink nearby. I'm not really one of those. Especially when it comes to any type of fruit drink. Old-fashioned grape juice and orange juice and maybe some apple juice are about as far as I go. So I was a little hesitant on trying this Blueberry juice. But honestly, the drink was REALLY good. It reminds me a lot of grape juice but lighter and less tangy. It's a very smooth fruit drink and doesn't taste like you're drinking liquid sugar. However, my kids enjoyed it all the same. Definitely one worth trying!

Enrique Iglesias - Insomniac
June 25, 2007 | Music

I've been a fan of Enrique for at least six years that I can recall. And it's been about that long since he's come out with a new CD. I preordered mine weeks before it was even released a few weeks ago. I've got a mixed review on this one.

Some observations I have about the CD: He's got several Spanish and mix tracks on there (I have the iTunes version). I skip those and I kind of wish they weren't on the CD . Although I do have to say I actually like the Spanish versions better. His voice suits it well but you know, the whole I don't know Spanish thing kind of gets in the way.

Most of the songs are ballads, classic Enrique material. However, there's so many in the middle of the CD they sort of just become forgettable and I usually skip songs like Sweet Isabel and Little Girl.
He's got some heavy pop and hip hop influences on the CD which I think is great. In the past, I think he's had a hard time coming into mainstream American radio. His sound is really unique and it never has seemed to fit anywhere.


The lyrics of a couple of the songs are VERY suggestive, even downright explicit in some cases. I kind of cringe at those. On the flip side, a lot of the songs are very sweet and romantic.
Fans of Enrique will enjoy songs like Miss You and Don't Forget About Me. The latin genre influence is clear and old fans will liken it to his older music.

Several of the songs have potential to be BIG radio hits despite or in some cases because of the lyrics. I imagine Do You Know, Push, On Top of You, Tired of Being Sorry and Somebody's Me will all do well.
I'm guessing unless you are an established fan of Enrique, there's no need to buy the whole CD. However, songs like Somebody's Me is worth checking out by just about anyone.

Banana Boat SunDial Self-Tanning Moisturizer
June 7, 2007 | Beauty

Banana Boat's SunDial Self-Tanning Moisturizer is the best I've tried so far. I like the fact it is as simple as putting on lotion. And in fact, this tanning lotion let's you "dial" your shade of tanning going from all lotion to all tanning lotion to any mix in between. They say the lotion has some sort of chemicals to make the tanner go on more smoothly but you know, you never can tell. Even though I am pretty pale, I found using the dial all the way to the tanner was just fine for me. In fact, it took two applications to get the shade I wanted. So I'm not really sure how well the whole idea of "dialing" your shade is but I guess when I run out of the tanner, I'll just use the rest of the lotion. I like the fact the color was very natural, not orange at all and it was not streaky in the least. It also handled the tough spots--the knees, ankles and elbows--with grace. No dirty looking knees here. I also liked that this didn't leave you smelling all self-tanning-lotiony. It didn't have a great smell to it, but it wasn't a bad or annoying smell either. The only real problem I have with it is it the same as what I like-it's like putting on lotion. That's hard to do by yourself on your back and hope to get any semblance of evenness. However I think this one will be the one I stick with for now and it's good enough to recommend.

Google Checkout
June 4, 2007 | Website

Wow, that was way too easy and could get me in some major trouble in the future. What am I babbling about? Google Checkout of course. One of Google's newest service stores all of your payment information in one place and allows one to checkout in any participating online store without having to register there. I decided to spend my $10 signup bonus before it expired and after adding my items to the shopping cart at Aeropostale and clicking Checkout, it gave me the option to enter my account information for Aeropostale or choosing Google Checkout. I chose Google Checkout and then was prompted for my Google password. After that, all I had to do was confirm the purchase and within about 2 seconds received 2 confirmation emails that the purchase was complete. No address to fill in, no new password to remember, no typing in credit card pin numbers, AGAIN. It was incredibly easy. I'm not a huge online shopper but wow, even doing it once convinced me to use this whenever possible. See, that's what I love about Google, it makes my life EASIER! So go Checkout Google Checkout!

Fruity Cheerios
June 1, 2007 | Breakfast

Cheerios are sort of staple at my house and not always seen in a bowl of cereal. They could be seen in a car seat, under the couch sofas, in toy kitchen bowls, well, you get the idea. Hence, Fruity Cheerios didn't seem too appetizing to me to be honest. The whole Cheerios thing I thought was ruined for me. And plus, they looked like a bad version of the classic Fruit Loops. I have to say though I was pleasantly surprised. They have a great fruity taste, very similar to Fruit Loops and yes, less sugar but somehow it tasted light and airy and still sweet enough. And from what I can tell, the nutrition values are much better. My kids think they're great because of the colors. I think these will definitely be a new staple in our pantry...and couch...and carpet...and van...but hey, at least they'll be easier to find with the bright colors.

Maroon 5 It Won't Be Soon Before Long
May 29, 2007 | Music

I heard the single Make Me Wonder on the radio and thought it was a great song and actually was counting down the days until their album came out on iTunes. And then Blake Lewis sang their previous songs on American Idol and I got even more excited to buy their new album. I know they've had previous hits but the samples for the new songs seemed so fresh and different. I've got it playing now and it's so great! It's like a combination of alternative, retro, dance, 80s, electronic, rock, pop. And maybe I left out some, who knows. It's just a really cool, unique sound. You can listen to it front to back, over and over. A few of my favorites are Make Me Wonder, Won't Go Home Without You, Wake Up Call and Figure it Out. Definitely worth buying the new Maroon 5 CD!

Shrek the Third
May 24, 2007 | Movies

So I was one of the millions that saw Shrek the Third on opening weekend. We made it a family affair and it was my 2 year old's first visit to the theater--she did great by the way. Shrek realizes he doesn't want to be a king, finds out there is one more heir to the throne, Arthur, and spends the movie on a hunt for him while Fiona is back home protecting the kingdom from the bad guy, Prince Charming. They each meet some interesting characters in this movie including Merlin who helps them get back home and Disney Princesses who help Fiona. I thought Merlin was quite funny but didn't care for the version of mean step-sisters that trailed along with Fiona. And Snow White got pretty evil looking at one point. However, they did provide some pretty funny comedy. Nothing was side-splitting funny but there were funny parts and it had a pretty good storyline. I don't think it compares to the first Shrek but it is worth seeing. However, I wouldn't spend the 20 or 30 bucks for the fam to go see in the theaters. This one is a wait-for-video.

Oreo Strawberry Milkshake Limited Edition
May 21, 2007 | Junk Food

I'm sort of getting tired of saying how much I love chocolate...you too? Hopefully not too much. But oreos certainly fall under the I love chocolate category so when I saw the newest Strawberry Milkshake edition, I of course couldn't resist. Limited editions of classic foods are quite questionable but this doesn't disappoint. The taste actually comes close to strawberries and chocolate without be overwhelming. The amount of cream is sufficient, somewhere between regular oreos and double-stuff. What I love most is when you eat it, it still tastes close enough to the original oreo, but distinct enough to be a special edition. Definitely worth picking up before they're off the shelves!

Edy's Dibs - Bite Sized Ice Cream Snacks
May 18, 2007 | Junk Food

My family seriously ate the entire container of these Edy's Dibs 60 bite-sized ice cream snacks on the way home from Wal-Mart last night. They are SO good. We chowed down on the cookies and cream version but also got the coffee version which is equally good (as I pop another one in as I type this!). I love the fact that my kids were just as clean when they were done eating these as they were when they started unlike when a bowl of ice cream or even a popsicle is eaten. And I loved it because It's almost like eating a little bag of M&Ms or popping in potato chips but it's ice cream! Yum-my. I find the nutritional information is generous in it's serving size of 26 pieces, 2 1/2 per container, but the down size is each bite-sized piece is over 1g of fat! Yikes! These will be bought in moderation as a special treat but this one definitely earns it's Addictive label.

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The First Years Insulated Sippy Cup
May 17, 2007 | Baby Gear

This may be my oddest review yet because I certainly don't use a sippy cup and probably neither do you. But like lots of you I have 3 feet little people around me that do and a lot. And for some reason, finding a good sippy cup is actually pretty tough. After four years of sippy cups, I do have a favorite [for my girls]. It is First Years by Learning Curve's 9oz insulated cup. Why I love this as a mother? Most importantly it doesn't spill. I can't tell you how many non-spill sippy cups don't live up to that promise. This certainly does and the best part about that is there are NO "insides" to the cup to keep up with. I have found other sippy cups that don't spill but none of them do it without some sort of apparatus on the inside that has to be taken out, washed and then put back in only to come out when the cup is thrown on the floor halfway through the drink. It is SO nice to be able to just grab the top and put it on without searching my dishwasher for parts that have flown around during the cycle. And of course the cup is insulated keeping the drink cooler longer and it's a good size at 9oz so you're not filling the cup up halfway through a meal. My girls like it for the design on the outside and it's known as the princess cup at my house. And of course they offer other popular characters. They aren't the cheapest cup around but I find mine in packs of 2 at my local Target.

Sally Hansen Airbrush Tan
May 11, 2007 | Beauty

Imagine spray painting something with Color Wonder paint. Great concept for kids, not so much for the tanning process. The part that you spray right looks great but there are runs where the paint was gloppy and the missed spots are obvious. It irritatingly asks you to rub the application in after sprayed on which to me defeats the whole purpose of spray. In any case, it comes out clear from the bottle and dries in 60 seconds so after spraying you have right about 23 seconds to rub it in to make sure the coverage is ok, still not really knowing if you are getting it right.
The good news is it isn't streaky, it actually does start showing up in about an hour as the packaging promises and it lasts about a week. The tan is nice when it is applied just right but that's easier said than done. I can't wholeheartedly recommend Sally Hansen's - Airbrush Tan ($10) since it's not foolproof but if I don't find another product that leaves a tan as quickly and as well, I may just have to make the extra effort with the application process.

Katharine McPhee
May 3, 2007 | Music

First let me say the album artwork, full of pictures of Katharine McPhee, are beautiful. But the album itself was hard to review for me. This is the second review I've written for this, undecided which way to go with it. I guess this is the version I'm going with.

The album is pure pop. Katharine wants to be a pop star, no doubt. I thought of Britney, Christina and JoJo while listening through. And I'm a sucker for pop music, so I really want to love this album. But I just don't think I do. The lyrics aren't fabulous as a whole and most of the ballads were simply boring. But the good news is that doesn't mean this album is a flop. I have decided that being pop music, the goal for it is to be popular. Ok, duh, I know. And that being said, she sounds great on here and I do think she has several songs that could easily be overplayed on your local Top 40 station, added to our iTunes playlists and then disappear altogether a few weeks or months later. OK, that was said a little tongue in cheeck and maybe a little harsh. But really it's true.

Take Open Toes for example. That song makes me want to dance every time I listen to it and I can definitely hear it on the radio but I can not get over the lyrics! Open Toes? Really? I suppose if Fergie's lyrics can make it to radio with success, it has a shot but I always hope for so much more every time I hear it. And if it does have radio success, I don't imagine it carrying any weight in a few years. Just to be clear, I'm not dissing Fergie too much..hey, I was a Kids Incorporated fan too and she sounded great on American Idol this season. I'm just sayin' I don't think songs like London Bridge or Open Toes have too much longevity to them.

As for her current single Over It, she did well picking that as the first single as it's easily the best song on there. I can listen to that on repeat with no problems. Others that I think have a chance...Love Story, Home, Not Ur Girl, Do What You Do, Dangerous and Neglected. So see, that's not bad. So what's my recommendation? Save yourself a few dollars and buy the singles you like as they become popular on the radio.

Bucky Covington - Bucky
April 30, 2007 | Music

Bucky Covington’s album came out today and I got to listen to the whole thing through clearchannelmusic.com. I was shocked and amazed. He sounded REALLY good on there. Not all the songs were great songs but he has a fantastic recording voice. His voice reminded me of a George Strait, maybe Tim McGraw-ish shound but it’s very distinct. It has this raw, authentic country sound that I think country fans will appreciate. He may not have proven to be the best performer/dancer on American Idol but I think he should get some good radio hits out of this one. Really impressed. Maybe because my expectations weren’t high, I’m not sure, but it’s worth checking out.

Blockbuster Total Access
April 26, 2007 | Rentals

I recommend this online movie rental service to anyone that asks. Every time the Blockbuster clerk asks me how I like their online service, I emphatically say I love it! Blockbuster Total Access has several plans available, two of which I've tried. The first included 3 movies at a time, one monthly free rental coupon and then of course with all of their plans, the ability to exchange the shipped movie with a rental from the store. The second plan is the same except it is 1 movie at at time instead of 3. Unless you plan to watch a movie every single night or your household has several people wanting to rent different movies, the 1 at a time plan should be sufficient. I usually can watch 2 movies a week with that plan making the $7.99 cost well worth it. And what I've found is if I do need more movies, I head over to the Harris Teeter and rent it for $1 in their Red Box that Asem reviewed. And from what I understand from gamer friends, you can also rent games with the service. The only drawbacks I can see from this is if you don't have a Blockbuster near you--mine is about a mile away--or if you are interested in obscure or older movies, apparently NetFlix has a better selection. All in all, I don't think this can be beat!

Longhorn Steakhouse - Flo's Filet
April 24, 2007 | Meals

I tend to be a pretty loyal person. When I find something I like, I usually stick to it. Especially when it comes to food at restaurants. My family can usually order for me without me saying a word just because it's pretty predictable. But there is one menu item I'm almost psychotic about...ok maybe psychotic is a strong word...but I do not ever order anything but Flo's Filet at Longhorn Steakhouse. Juicy, tender and plenty of peppered taste cooked to perfection. Add in the salad, fries and bread and it's worthy of a last meal for me. You'd be crazy not to try it at least once. Well, unless of course you don't eat beef I guess you're excused. Otherwise, get you some Flo's Filet!

Neutrogena MicroMist Sunless Tanning Spray
April 16, 2007 | Beauty

Summer is coming upon us and that means my lack of a tan is becoming more apparent as the days go by. My last attempt at a sunless tan was Neutrogena's MicroMist Sunless Tanning Spray. A couple good things...it was extremely easy to apply, even on your back. The results were not streaky and even. It dried quickly. That's about it for the good stuff. My complaints start at the application. In the past I have used sunless tanners that have a bronzer included and it was so nice to have an instant tan so I could walk out the door with results and also tell where I had applied it. The spray was completely clear and besides your skin looking "wet", there was no other way to make sure you had good coverage. But my biggest disappointment was the lack of tan! I am very pale and bought the Deep shade hoping for good results and the next day I honestly couldn't tell if I had applied it or not. And even after I applied it two days in a row, I still saw very little results on the 3rd day. Unfortunately, this one didn't make the cut.

Elliott Yamin self-title album Elliott Yamin
April 12, 2007 | Music

OK, so I'm "Movin On" in my reviews of former American Idol contestants albums. Which, if you've checked out Elliott's new CD, "Movin' On" is his first song. Very catchy, pop tune that I happen to like. Another faster tempo song on this CD I love is "Alright". Probably my favorite on there. It has this addictive, make-you-want-to-move beat that works out great while sweating away on the elliptical. The other ballads that are easy to listen to although a bit repetitive in the lyrics and full of Elliott's sometimes excessive vibrato are "Wait For You", "One Word", "You Are the One", "I'm the Man", "Train Wreck", "Take My Breath Away". Other songs I haven't listed unfortunately I simply skip. They're just not good songs to me and I'm disappointed in those. As a whole, I would say this is a soulful, pop/smooth R&B type sound that is nice to listen to. Although there are some songs I can't recommend I think the good outweighs the bad and it's worth checking out.

Tide To Go
April 11, 2007 | Cleaning

Tide To Go pen is an instant stain remover that as a mother (and coworker to messy eaters lol), I keep in my purse at all times. The good thing is, this thing actually works. Just press down the top and erase away the stain. Almost like a magic eraser in a pen. The bad thing is, it doesn't work well for large stains and it works better on some fabrics and doesn't work much at all on others. Although I can't promise that it will get out any stain you put in front of it, it's definitely worth having one around to give it a try.

Wendy's Chicken Salad Frescata Sandwich
April 5, 2007 | Snacks

I'm not a big fan of Wendy's (besides the Frosty's of course). That being said, I've found myself there twice in the past week. And both times I've gotten their new Chicken Salad Frescata sandwich. The chicken is big, white, chunky pieces drowned in some type of light mayonaise sauce. It comes with tomato and lettuce, but you know, I gotta put that aside. The bread has been fresh, which makes it even more scrumptious. And the sandwich is huge and filling, no need for unhealthy fries to fill you up. So "do what tastes right" and go try one!

Fiber One Oats and Chocolate
April 2, 2007 | Snacks

Yummy. That pretty much sums up these bars. They are chewy, made sweet by something that tastes of honey and has small chunks of chocolate inside and drizzled on top. It actually reminds me of the consistency of a rice crispy bar. Soft and chewy, but not stick to your teeth kind of chewy. And just enough chocolate to feel like a "real snack" and yet they tell me it's good for me. AND, my kids think it's a chocolate chip cookie shaped like a bar. So yay for us being healthy! My only concern might be for people who like a little crunch in their health bars. I've tasted some recently that had whole nuts in it and it was actually a good texture with it. And seeing the pack only comes with 5 bars (um, hello, we could eat that in a day), I'm sure we'll be buying plenty more boxes.

BeWiseAboutBeauty.org
March 28, 2007 | Website

Bewiseaboutbeauty.org is a site designed to give information about plastic and cosmetic surgery to those considering surgery and dispel popular myths associated with each. Upon entering Bewiseaboutbeauty.org, the site is streamlined and appealing. The navigation is simple and straightforward, making it easy and clear to figure out what is located where. Information on the site includes general information about types of surgeries, a quiz to determine if a candidate is qualified for surgery, myth/fact list, current news and statistics related to surgery and also help on finding a surgeon. The information is presented in a concise, easy to understand format and I actually did learn some things while visiting the site. I found the information on each specific surgery a little generic. If I were really considering a breast lift or augmentation (that is not a confession), they mention different techniques but don't get into much detail about what they are. Another site or more information would be required to actually understand the details of each technique and becoming well-informed before making a visit to the doctor. Overall the site was appealing, concise, easy to navigate and informational. I would doubt it would be a site I would revisit often but serves more of a one-time brochure to introduce you to the world of surgery. That being the case, it does an excellent job with its purpose.

Tostitos Creamy Spinach Dip
March 27, 2007 | Snacks

"Come try this!" That's the first thing I said after taking a bite of this spinach dip. It tastes good cool or warm. It's great with tortilla chips or even bread. Only bad thing is it's quite addictive. But it has spinach in it so I think that counts for my veggie of the day!

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
March 22, 2007 | Cleaning

Magic Eraser. I thought everyone used these but I've run into a couple people lately that haven't. So. I'm going to sing my praises of this product so everyone (well, at least everyone that reads this) knows about it. Magic Eraser is nothing short of magic in my household. Crayons are the enemy and Magic Eraser is my knight in shining armor. My walls, dressers, headboard, cabinets, floors, doors, doorjams, toys, etc. get written on by my children on a pretty consistent basis. Yes, I know an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure but how can I refuse my two year old crayons for goodness sakes? Anyway, the Magic Eraser looks like a sponge but has some sort of magical chemical or something that magically erases the crayon off of most surfaces. The only places I have found that it does not do well on is wood that has not been painted or stained, textured plastic (it works but you have to scrub hard) and of course places like my fabric covered foot stool. Um, yeah. But what I discovered is it can clean many more things including pencil marks, grime around door handles from use, dirt stuck in scratches in my linoleum and I think my sister even uses one version of it for her tub. The bad thing is it dissolves quickly. I keep at least a box of 4 at a time around the house and even last night it took almost 2 of them to completely remove all the red crayon down my hallway. But whatever the price or no matter how many I have to use, saving my hallways from 10 coats of paint and furniture that looks like Harold and the Purple Crayon had created them, it's worth it. Find a four pack for about $3 at any local drugstore or grocery store.

Schick Women's Quattro Razor
March 20, 2007 | Health | Hygiene | OTC Products

So I've moved on from those "exfoliating" Venus razor blades and am on to Schick's Women's Quattro. This is a man's razor made all pink and pretty for women. And finally women can stop borrowing their husband's razor. The four-blade razor actually pulls through with its packaging promises--a smooth and close shave. The razor even comes with a shower stick-on holder and offers a travel case in some packaging. I must not be the only one that likes it because they have a whole site dedicated just to the razor where you can "trick out" your razor and join a fan club. Yes, a fan club for a razor. And while I won't be joining any razor fan club any time soon, I will definitely be buying and recommending the Quattro For Women razor. So here's to unwaxed, unlasered, smooth shaven legs!

Nature Valley Cereal
March 16, 2007 |

I think it's just going to be easier to review these two products together. I have to qualify this review and say that I have a huge sweet-tooth and my favorite cereals are "lucky" or "fruity" or any of that sort of sugar filled variety. But once in a while I do decide to go for the "healthy stuff" and actually use it as a meal replacement or snack. So I tried the Nature Valley Cereal Cinnamon variety first. It was crunchy and sweet and had these nifty little granola bar pieces that were sweet with cinnammon. It had a great, crunchy taste but by the end of the bowl there seemed to be too much granola and cinnamon and not enough flakes. I tried the Oats and Honey the next day and despite it's healthier sounding name, I liked this one much better. The honey granola made the cereal sweet enough without being overwhelming. Looking back, these were actually terrific "healthy" cereals and I won't be surprised if I pick up a box when my sweet-tooth decides to let me.