Friday, April 29, 2016

Corkscrew Wine Opener - Classic Two Arm Design - Optimal Balance and Control when Removing Corks - Also Functions as a Bottle Cap Opener - Durable - Stainless Steel - Diamond Shield Retail Pack

The Corkscrew Wine Opener with a Classic Two Arm Design finally worked for me. The last 2 corkscrews I had broke the first time I used them. One was a very cheap T shaped one where you twist it in and pull. The other one looked much like this one. Both of those broke the first use and we had to jimmy the cork out with the screw broken off in it. So I wasn't holding out much hope for this one. I was pleasantly surprised! I have only used it once but it worked with out breaking.
It seems to be heavy duty and not all flimsy.
You hold it on the bottle and turn the top and the screw goes into the bottle as the arms raise. Then you pull the arms down together and it pulls the cork out with little effort.
It is dishwasher safe but I will handwash it if it ever needs it.
It is a nice looking product if you want to use it as a gift. You could put this with a bottle of wine in a wind bucket for a housewarming gift.
This fits in a drawer easily. That way you can find it whenever you need it.
I would recommend this corkscrew wine opener for someone that is looking for a nice wine opener. There are fancier ones out there but they require a bit more money. I think you will like this one though.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Big Smooth Coffee Single Serve Cups for Keurig Brewers

The Big Smooth Coffee Single Serve Cups for Keurig Brewers tasted good. I am not sure what ll I can say about a coffee but there was no surprise with these. They tasted good and smelled great brewing. I love the smell of coffee as it brews. It is not flavored but it almost smells like it. May be I am just dreaming though.
The cups worked well in my Keurig brewer. They did not leak or fall apart.
The taste was rather mild. I like it a bit stronger than this though. So don't use it if you need a big boost. It was fine for me though since I get my big boost from my diet cola. This coffee does not have a bitter taste at all.
So if you like a mild, smooth coffee and have a Keurig brewer, this would be right for you.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.





GridLite Portable LED Camping Lantern Flashlight for Hiking, Camping, Blackouts - Water Resistant - Lightweight - Collapsible - Black - Durable

I love the GridLite Portable LED Camping Lantern Flashlight. I have another one similar to this one and wanted another.
It is about the size of a can of soda. May be just a tiny bit fatter.
It has handles too. They fold down when not in use and then you pull them up and pull the lantern and it comes up and turns on. When you want to turn off the lantern you just push it closed again. You can hang it from the handles too. Or you can just set it on a table or the floor. I will be hanging it from the ceiling of my tent.
It is lightweight. I can even hook it onto my belt with a caribiner. It is light enough that it doesn't pull down too hard but sends light where I am working.
It is really surprising how much light this little thing puts out. The light nicely fills a room.
My only problem with it is that the batteries are not included. It really bothers me when things don't come with batteries. Definitely not a deal breaker but bothers me. Also, it is easy to change the batteries. You don't need any tools. The bottom of the lantern just unscrews (like a lid) and you put the 3 AA batteries in.
I have and plan to use this for when the electricity goes off in the house, camping, picnics, in the van in case of car trouble, and for in the treehouse. I hope you won't be disappointed.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.



Friday, April 22, 2016

Hisen Picnic Basket Insulated Folding 20L (Green)

I love how the Hisen Picnic Basket Insulated Folding 20L (Green) folds nice and flat. I used to have a picnic basket that took up lots of space. I do wish that this was just a little bit bigger. I can put a 9x13 cake pan in it but that is very snug on the bottom of the basket. I will just deep that in mind when planning what I am taking.
The colors in the picture are off a bit. From the pictures I thought that it was going to be more teal but it is definitely green. And the stripes are much brighter too. I am ok with that but you should be aware if you are trying to match anything.
Because the basket is insulated canvas, it collapses for storage. The handle folds down also. It probably collapses to about 3-4 inches. When you want to use it you just hold the handle and pull the bottom down.
The canvas velcros onto the metal frame so you could wash it if needed. I have not done that but you could. I would not put it in the dryer though.
The top has a zipper so you can close it up tight to keep the hot or cold in. I also like that it zips from both sides. The zipper pulls are metal but the zipper is the regular plastic zipper like most of our clothes have nowadays.
The handle has a velcro canvas piece on it too so that you don't have to just hang onto the metal handle.
The stitching seems very well done and I do not see it coming apart any time soon.
I would recommend this to someone looking to buy something for keeping your food cold or hot at a picnic. It would make a great gift for someone filled with picnic stuff. My only thing is that I wish it was a little larger to fit a 9x13 better.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Microbiology: An Introduction Plus MasteringMicrobiology with eText -- Access Card Package (12th Edition)


Microbiology: An Introduction Plus MasteringMicrobiology with eText -- Access Card Package (12th Edition) was what was required for my online class of microbiology What can I say about it? This is not my favorite class but it is a decent book. It comes with an access code. I also had to get a lab kit to go with it. This was something from the school though. The book is not cheap but none of my college classbooks have been. This one is not out of line but about the same.


Go2Link USB Charging Station Travel Charger Power Adapter (15w/2.1a 3-port) for Ipad, Iphone 6, Iphone 5s, 5, Samsung S5, S4, S3, Note 3,HTC One (M8) and Other Usb-powered Mobile Devices

The Go2Link USB Charging Station Travel Charger Power Adapter (15w/2.1a 3-port) for Ipad, Iphone 6, Iphone 5s, 5, Samsung S5, S4, S3, Note 3,HTC One (M8) and Other Usb-powered Mobile Devices works great. I got this since I can always find a cord to plug into my device but then I need the part that plugs into the outlet. You would think it would be in the wall but it never is. Now this one will always be plugged in ready and waiting for my USB to plug into it.
When you plug the usb into the charging station a little blue light goes on. This tells me that it is working.
I like that is has 3 usb outlets. I can plug in my phone, kindle and my ipod all at the same time. I really like that idea. Otherwise I am waiting for the one to charge so I can plug in the next.
Where the charging station plugs into the wall outlet it leaves room for something else to be plugged into the outlet too.
This would be great for travel too. I know that hotels never seem to have enough outlets for me. With this I can plug it in and then use it to provide more outlets.
I would recommend this for anyone who has trouble with having enough outlets for their devices.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


Easy Grip Silicone Kitchen Tongs, Stainless Steel Set of 2 New 12 and 9 Inch Tongs, YumYum Utensils

The Easy Grip Silicone Kitchen Tongs, Stainless Steel Set of 2 New 12 and 9 Inch Tongs, YumYum Utensils are ok. I found that the silicone holds up to the heat very nicely.
They are dishwasher safe and the silicone also did not stain. They do not rust either.
The ends of the tongs are flat which is different than any of the others I have. Sometimes I like the rounded but these work better when I am breading chicken cutlets. These do not work though when you are trying to get hard boiled eggs out of the water. They work great for flipping bacon.
The ends of the tongs are a bit flimsy. They work better if you are using them on something that is not too heavy.
The handles have silicone on them too which help with gripping them. They also have a thumb indent to help with slippage.
These work well for salad tongs. I never have anything that works well for a lettuce salad but this works well.
I would recommend these if you need tongs for lighter things that are not round.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.


Galaxy S6 Screen Protector, Maxboost® [Tempered Glass] Screen Protector For Samsung Galaxy S6 - 0.2mm Ballistic Glass Screen Protection Case Fit 99% Touch Accurate – Clear

I got the Galaxy S6 Screen Protector, Maxboost® [Tempered Glass] Screen Protector For Samsung Galaxy S6 - 0.2mm Ballistic Glass Screen Protection Case Fit 99% Touch Accurate – Clear for our phones. I was impressed by it. I had not used a tempered glass screen protector before this. I actually got 2 different ones and they were exactly alike except for the logos. We put them on together so we could compare. We did not find any difference between them.
When we put it on the phone I found that it wasn't a hard process. Included with the screen protector were wipes so I could get off all of the finger prints and anything else that does not belong on the screen. Then there were also little sticky tab things that we used to pick off any little lint or such that was left behind by the wipes. This way I did not refinger print the screen.
The cutouts were in exactly the correct spots. My friend got hers off to the side a little but it still worked fine.
The feel to the finger is smooth and I noticed no difference from the screen itself.
Neither of us have dropped our phones yet to see if they worked but we aren't going to try to drop them either.
We decided we would recommend either one of these since they were the same. They went on easy and work fine. The other one was the Trianium Galaxy S6 Glass Screen Protector.
I received this product for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.






Zlipy Sleep Mask - Therapeutic Gel Eye Mask for Sleeping with Cold & Hot Gel For Puffy Eyes, Travel, Meditation, Insomnia & Migraine. Soft Night Blindfold with Ear Plugs & Adjustable Band

The Zlipy Sleep Mask - Therapeutic Gel Eye Mask for Sleeping with Cold & Hot Gel For Puffy Eyes, Travel, Meditation, Insomnia & Migraine. Soft Night Blindfold with Ear Plugs & Adjustable Band is good for when you get those headaches that feel like it is just behind the eyes. I don't get these as much as I used to but now my daughter gets them too. In the past I have taken a larger gel ice pack and put it in a towel and then put it on my eyes. It was all that would help relieve my head ache. When I saw this product I thought I would try it.
It has a gel pack that fits inside the mask. I put it into the freezer and that is where I keep it. That way it is ready any time I need it. When I took it out, it was nice and cold. I slipped it inside the mask and put it on. I could fell the coolness and I am sure that it will work next time I get a head ache.
I can't say it was the heaviest of materials but I don't plan to use it daily so it will work find for me. I am not sure it would hold up very well to every day use.
The strap is adjustable and elastic. This way you should be able to get the fit that works for you. When it came it was too tight for me but after an adjustment it fits perfectly.
It also came with a carrying bag which would be good for traveling. It also came with earplugs which I did not try since I hate earplugs so I wouldn't have anything good to say. That is just me and my hatred for them.
I would recommend this for anyone that gets head aches right behind their eyes.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.






Monday, April 18, 2016

The FizzVac Champagne Opener, Satin Nickel Finish

To be honest I never even knew there was such a thing as The FizzVac Champagne Opener, Satin Nickel Finish.  When I got the opportunity to try it I thought why not try it.  Well, I am so glad I did.  I hate opening the champagne bottle.  I have too many movies where the cork goes flying and breaks things.  Then it is something like a jack-in-the-box.  You never know when it is going to give and go popping out.
Well, this product is great.  For starters it is nice and heavy.  It is very sturdy and I don't worry about it breaking any time soon.  The finish is really nice too.  The handle has a nice padded grippy part underneath where you pull so you don't hurt your hands either.  And you won't loose your grip.
I cannot believe how easy this is to use.  You just open it up and put it over the cork. Be sure that the cork is in the spot for it.  Then grip the opener below the cork.  Hold onto it and pull the handle up.  The cork lifts up and doesn't go flying.  It just lifts enough to let the poof out.  It couldn't be much easier.
It would be a great gift with a bottle of champagne for an anniversary gift.  They will probably thank you for forever. They probably don't know there is such a thing either just like me.
I received this product for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

http://www.amazon.com/FizzVac-Champagne-Opener-Nickel-Finish/dp/B01AU7MFQY?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

Fittin Womem Bras Double Layer Seamless Push Up High Impact Racerback Yoga Sports Bra

The Fittin Womem Bras Double Layer Seamless Push Up High Impact Racerback Yoga Sports Bra is a really nice bra.  My daughter loves it and is looking to get the 3 pack too.  She wears sports bras all the time and she thinks this one it great.  I would one size up from what you normally wear since it runs small.  We got a medium and am a 34B.  We will get a large when we order again.
The design is really cool.  It gives the look of having 2 bras on.  The back has the black razor back part come up through the back of  gray opening.  It is really great looking.  The black razor back has little holes to make it breathable and as it comes to the front it changes to a regular material.  The gray has breathable straps.  There is medium amount of padding in the black part on the front.
The stitching looks very well done and should hold up to her workouts.
The material is soft and comfortable.  It stretches well during workouts.
This is an attractive bra either by itself or under a tank top.  Under the tank top it gives a really nice layered look without actually having extra layers.
I would recommend this bra for anyone that is looking for an attractive sports bra.  Just be sure to order one size larger than you think you should.  Otherwise, you will be disappointed.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

You can find it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Fittin-Double-Seamless-Impact-Racerback/dp/B01B5HM608?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00



Block Tape for Kids Lego Toys,Building Block Tape 6 Rolls 3.3ft/Roll Self-Adhesive Brick Base Plates Non-Toxic Safe Reusable Silicone Tapes for Kids Christmas Birthday Gift

I never even knew about this stuff until I was looking for gifts for my grandkids. This stuff is really neat. It bends so you can make ro...