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 | Lego Preschool IP Thomas the Tank CargoLoading Cranky (3301) | |
 | "Love Cranky" | 2009-04-29 |
| I agree with some reviews that this item is difficult to put together, however if your child loves Legos and Thomas, this is a must for your collection, if you can find it. I try to encourage my son to keep the Thomas and Friend pieces put together so he can play with them like he does his other trains, and he just uses other Legos to build with. | ||
 | VillaWare 2005 Uno Petite Belgian Waffle Maker - silver, black | |
 | "Love this little waffle maker!" | 2009-04-25 |
| My family loves this waffle maker. We liberally spray it with Pam before each batch so we have had no problems with sticking. My only complaint is that the top of the waffle does not fully form so it does not look perfect. But this may be the waffle batter I am using- we just got it so have only tried one kind. I also love how quickly the waffles cook- it's really easy to make enough for a family of four, quickly. The chirp is a little annoying, but oh well! The small size is so nice. | ||
 | Wire in the Blood - The Complete First Season (The Mermaids Singing / Shadows Rising / Justice Painted Blind) | |
 | "Way too graphic...." | 2008-08-02 |
| I must admit that I only watched about 45 minutes of the first episode, but that was because the torture scenes were WAY too graphic- hence the low review. I love BBC crime dramas and am not squeamish at all (loved "300", "Prime Suspect and "Cracker" for example) but some of these scenes were so over the top that I was unable to enjoy the movie; it made me sick to my stomach. I realize that the episode was about a serial killer, but I have watched many other movies with similar themes that did not cross the line like this one. I do wish I had sampled one of the other episodes to see if it was a little more watchable. I did like both the leads. | ||
 | Wire in the Blood - Complete First Season | |
| "Way too graphic...." | 2008-08-02 |
| I must admit that I only watched about 45 minutes of the first episode, but that was because the torture scenes were WAY too graphic- hence the low review. I love BBC crime dramas and am not squeamish at all (loved "300", "Prime Suspect and "Cracker" for example) but some of these scenes were so over the top that I was unable to enjoy the movie; it made me sick to my stomach. I realize that the episode was about a serial killer, but I have watched many other movies with similar themes that did not cross the line like this one. I do wish I had sampled one of the other episodes to see if it was a little more watchable. I did like both the leads. | ||
 | PUR CRF9504 Ultimate Replacement Filter 4 Pack | |
| "Good product, but be careful...." | 2008-06-12 |
| I have had a Pur water cooler for about three years now, back when the filters were flat on top with the little gauge that showed you when to change the filter. I love Pur water products but it you have anything besides the pitcher, I would not buy these online. Proctor & Gamble changed the design to the one currently pictured (with the very high domed top) and they DO NOT fit the coolers. I am pretty sure they are okay with pitchers though. Over a year later, the redesigned filters are FINALLY making their way to the stores, but given my recent experience buying filters online (through another retailer) there are now three different styles floating (the flat topped filter, the one pictured, and the brand new one) around in stores' inventories, and I think they all have the same item numbers. The new design is still domed, but much shorter, plus there are three very distinct holes on the top, which you can clearly see on the packaging. Also, I was told by Pur customer service that the filter must have a lot number, stamped on the bottom, starting in the 8000s. So, if you are trying to purchase these filters for your cooler, go to a store: you cannot rely on pictures and item numbers, at least in my experience. Also, many reviewers seem to be upset because there is no longer a "gauge" to tell you when to change the filter. I never go by this- use common sense and change the filters when the water starts to taste bad. | ||
 | PUR CRF9503 Replacement Water Filter - Pack of 3 | |
| "Good product, but be careful...." | 2008-06-12 |
| I have had a Pur water cooler for about three years now, back when the filters were flat on top with the little gauge that showed you when to change the filter. I love Pur water products but it you have anything besides the pitcher, I would not buy these online. Proctor & Gamble changed the design to the one currently pictured (with the very high domed top) and they DO NOT fit the coolers. I am pretty sure they are okay with pitchers though. Over a year later, the redesigned filters are FINALLY making their way to the stores, but given my recent experience buying filters online (through another retailer) there are now three different styles floating (the flat topped filter, the one pictured, and the brand new one) around in stores' inventories, and I think they all have the same item numbers. The new design is still domed, but much shorter, plus there are three very distinct holes on the top, which you can clearly see on the packaging. Also, I was told by Pur customer service that the filter must have a lot number, stamped on the bottom, starting in the 8000s. So, if you are trying to purchase these filters for your cooler, go to a store: you cannot rely on pictures and item numbers, at least in my experience. Also, many reviewers seem to be upset because there is no longer a "gauge" to tell you when to change the filter. I never go by this- use common sense and change the filters when the water starts to taste bad. | ||
 | PUR CRF950 Replacement Water Filter | |
| "Good product, but be careful...." | 2008-06-12 |
| I have had a Pur water cooler for about three years now, back when the filters were flat on top with the little gauge that showed you when to change the filter. I love Pur water products but it you have anything besides the pitcher, I would not buy these online. Proctor & Gamble changed the design to the one currently pictured (with the very high domed top) and they DO NOT fit the coolers. I am pretty sure they are okay with pitchers though. Over a year later, the redesigned filters are FINALLY making their way to the stores, but given my recent experience buying filters online (through another retailer) there are now three different styles floating (the flat topped filter, the one pictured, and the brand new one) around in stores' inventories, and I think they all have the same item numbers. The new design is still domed, but much shorter, plus there are three very distinct holes on the top, which you can clearly see on the packaging. Also, I was told by Pur customer service that the filter must have a lot number, stamped on the bottom, starting in the 8000s. So, if you are trying to purchase these filters for your cooler, go to a store: you cannot rely on pictures and item numbers, at least in my experience. Also, many reviewers seem to be upset because there is no longer a "gauge" to tell you when to change the filter. I never go by this- use common sense and change the filters when the water starts to taste bad. | ||
 | My Granny's Purse | |
| "Great idea but...." | 2008-02-19 |
| We received this as a gift. It is a really cute idea and cleverly designed, but not very practical for little kids. It's pretty flimsy considering it's suppose to stand up to the attention of a toddler- it's only made out of cardboard. There are so many little pieces that are easily lost. Like I said- wonderful idea but you would be better off just taking an old purse and filling it up with real items- old keys, old plastic sunglasses, etc. | ||
 | Classic Disney: 60 Years of Musical Magic | |
 | "Great selection" | 2007-11-12 |
| I love the songs on this one- lots of the standards plus tons I was not as familiar with. My only complaint though it that the volume of the CD is very low- I have to totally crank the volume on both my computer and car, and can still barely hear it. I have never experienced this with a CD before. I am not sure if my copy is defective, or that is just how this title was produced. | ||
 | Classic Disney: 60 Years of Musical Magic | |
| "Great selection" | 2007-11-12 |
| I love the songs on this one- lots of the standards plus tons I was not as familiar with. My only complaint though it that the volume of the CD is very low- I have to totally crank the volume on both my computer and car, and can still barely hear it. I have never experienced this with a CD before. I am not sure if my copy is defective, or that is just how this title was produced. | ||
 | Easy Prey | |
| "Can hardly get through it...." | 2007-06-14 |
| I have been zipping through the "Prey" series and have been loving every book. And then.....I hit this one and can barely get through it! I'm glad to see I am not the only one. If this is your first attempt at a "Prey" book please just start with the first of the series and don't judge Lucas Davenport or John Sandford by this attempt. | ||
 | Jump N Slide | |
| "So far so good...." | 2007-04-12 |
| We have only had ours for two days, but so far we have been very pleased. I definitely hear the air coming out of the seams, as some people have "complained" about, but I think that is perfectly normal so that the fabric does not burst. Also, it says on the inflation tube that air leakage is normal. Because we are trying it out inside, I think the sound is more noticeable. The fan is not too bad, like a hair dryer on high blast. Again, once outside, I am sure it will not seem so loud. I definitely was worried about the lack of bounce when we first blew it up, but my daughter, who is 4, bounces just fine- she really loves it. The back exit could potentially be a problem- would definitely recommend supervision at all times with this toy. I would highly recommend this toy. Though we bought it primarily to use at my daughter's upcoming birthday, and for future parties, I can see that we will use it often when it is very hot/cold outside. | ||
 | Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller, Orange | |
| "Great!" | 2006-08-16 |
| I just bought this stroller as my 3 year daughter still likes to ride in the stroller, and my son is now too big for a Bjorn. Definitely a life saver for people with two toddlers! My chief complaint is that in an effort to make this stroller shorter than the traditional double strollers, the front seat, where the younger child presumably sits, is a little short. My son's legs hang over two-three inches (most seats hit children right where the knees bend) so I worry that it is uncomfortable, but there is a footrest that goes all the way up so that they could rest with their legs supported if they were uncomfortable. Along those same lines, if your older child wants to sit rather than stand, the back of the front seat has too be totally upright, it cannot be reclined at all, say if your child is sleeping or anything. This is also a BIG stroller when folded, comparable to a Peg, so it will take up a lot of trunck space, for those of us used to an umbrella stroller. But overall it is great and my daughter loves to ride in it. One thing- am not sure why they say children cannot be more than 40" tall (for the tandem part.) See no reason why height should be an issue. | ||
 | Ghost of a Chance (Chintz'n China) | |
 | "Couldn't Even Finish It!" | 2004-01-31 |
| I was really excited about this book, but was disappointed to find that I just couldn't get that interested in it! I tried about five or six times to pick it back up, but finally quit for good. A couple of main points that bothered me...there may be some "SPOILERS" ahead: -as another reviewer mentioned, the sex scenes are just way too much and totally unexpected in this genre, a total turn off; -I felt as though I had started in the middle of a series. I don't mind when authors refer to something in the characters' past, for example, I didn't mind that it was already known by the town that Emerald had psychic powers or that her tea shop was already established, but I started to feel like there was just way too much going on...her friend Harlow's wild past is just dumped out in the middle of the book, perhaps she could have introduced her son's psychic powers, etc. Just felt like too much had already gone on; -the "mystery" part was a REALLY boring, dit nothing to draw me in and make me care what happened, and this was midway through the book! | ||
 | A Walk on the Moon | |
| "Worth a viewing...." | 2003-12-30 |
| I watched this movie last night and while it did not seem exceptional at the time, I have found myself thinking about it all day. I enjoyed this movie and found that it was like watching a super-sized episode of "The Wonder Years." Diane Lane was good, but I found her character too similiar to the one she played in "Unfaithful." I have to admit that I decided to watch this movie because of Viggo Mortensen. However, I was disasppointed in his performance and found him very stiff and unimpressive, similar to "A Perfect Murder." Cute, but not much else. It is actually hard to believe that this is the same actor who is so incredible as Aragorn in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Anna Paquin is good, but I actually felt the husband, Liev Schreiber, gave the most impressive performance. I found myself rooting for him throughout the movie and hoping that Diane Lane would get her act together. Anyway, a good movie but don't expect to get blown away. This is a well worn topic. | ||
 | Baby Call Nursery Monitor - 27 Channel | |
| "Wonderful!" | 2003-12-30 |
| My husband and I love this monitor! It is a little expensive, but I feel it was worth it because we have heard so many bad things about some of the other, more popular brands. We have never had problems with static, which seems to be the main complaint with other models. I love the sleek design. It is so powerful that it picks up the slightest sound with wonderful clarity with none of the "white" noise! The only feature I wish it had is an intercom. | ||
 | The Da Vinci Code | |
| "Left me speechless..." | 2003-08-12 |
| This has got to be one of the most amazing mysteries I have EVER read. I initially resisted this book becuase of all the initial hype (don't ask!) but finally decided to give it a shot- I'm so glad I did. This book grabbed me from the first few pages and I stayed up all night to read it. As a first time mom of a 3 month old, willing to give up precious hours of sleep is a BIG deal! I wish this book had been another 300 pages long, I did not want it to end. My only complaint is that I wish the publishers had included illustrations of the three paintings discussed in the novel, instead, I just hopped online to see if I could catch some of the things Dan Brown talked about. Loved the book and also "Angels and Demons" is very good too! | ||
 | Together: Creating Family Traditions | |
| "A gem...." | 2002-04-03 |
| What a great find...I was given this book as a gift and I can't wait to try these projects and recipes with my nieces and nephews. Not only is this filled with beautiful pictures and a joy to look through, but when reading it, I couldn't help but recall memories from my own childhood. I especially like the fact that the projects are for children of all ages, this book is for everyone! I highly recommend "Together"...it makes a wonderful gift, and I know that first hand. This book definitely stands out from any others I have come across! | ||
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