Park Ridge Elongated Toilet Seat

Park Ridge Elongated Toilet Seat

This toilet seat was highly praised on Amazon.com. It came with quick release hardware; fits all elongated one and two piece toilets, quick install hinges allow for easy release for quick cleaning, and it comes with a 1 year limited warranty. Sounds good, right?

However, it looks nothing like the photograph. It does state that its made out of polypropylene. I wasn't expecting it to be so lightweight and flimsy, or to look like I got it at the dollar store! It is ugly and cheap looking.

Amazon states it's currently out of stock, and doesn't have a list price for it. They don't know when, or if, it will be back in stock.

Let's hope it doesn't come back in stock.

You'd have to be desperate to want to purchase this thing. See the contour of the seat? Very uncomfortable! Save yourself whatever this will cost when it comes back in stock, go to Lowe's or Home Depot and buy a real wooden toilet seat. Something that will hold up!

Oh, and if for some reason you do purchase this, I don't recommend the you let the fat lady who sings sit upon this throne seat. It probably won't hold up to her pressure!

I give this one star, only because it won't allow me to give no stars.

And a big thumbs down.

You can see more about this toilet seat on Amazon.com here.

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Sports Activity PAK of ChafeZone, PainZone, BlisterZone and BurnZone by MedZone

MedZone Sports Activity Pak

Everything you need for your gym bag related to sports boo-boos. From chafing, to burns, to sore muscles, all in one convenient pack.

You receive three tear open packets of Burn Zone. Perfect for any kind of burn. Relieves pain instantly. A rub on Blister Zone, good for several treatments. Helps to prevent blisters from happening. A rub on Chafe Zone, to help prevent chafing. And a roll on Pain Zone for relief of sore, achy muscles. Each bottle holds about 0.5oz. of medication.

Keep in your gym bag for workouts. In your home first aid kit. In your car first aid kit. Great for sports. And all athletic activity. Also great for scouts, and elderly.

My only wish is that they came in larger amounts! I especially loved the Pain Zone for my bad back!

I give this 5 stars.

A big thumbs up.

And I highly recommend it.

You can find the MedZone Sports Pak on Amazon.com here, it retails for $24.99.

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Levi Strauss Signature Skinny Jeans for Women

Levi Strauss Signature Skinny Jeans for Women

80% Cotton, 18% Polyester, 2% Elastane

I guess I wasn't paying attention to the waistline of these jeans when I ordered them. I am NOT a hip hugger kind of gal. I enjoy, what my daughters refer to as, Mommy jeans. The kind that come up to my natural waist line. So these, nice as they are, had one check mark against them before I even put them on.

Determined to give them a chance, I did wear them for the whole day. They were delightfully comfortable. And had enough stretch that they didn't pinch, or bind, at the waist line. The color is good. (I had jeans that look striated after washing as so many stretch jeans do!) These retained their look, even after two washings!

I wear jeans with dressy blouses and blazers to work, so I am a little picky about them. I prefer them a bit longer, especially in the winter. But these will be great in summer with heels or sandals. For now, I am wearing them tucked into my boots for warmth. Not a bad look for winter!

I give these jeans five stars.

A big thumbs up.

And I highly recommend them.

They can be found on Amazon.com here. They are on sale for $23.99 right now.

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DII Summer Plaid Tablecloth

Summer Plaid Tablecloth

60" x 104"

A generous sized tablecloth that is perfect for picnics, or a dinner party at home.

100% cotton, it does require a light touch up with the iron if you plan to use it in a formal setting. Perfect for a beachy look in the dining room! Large enough to seat 6-10 individuals comfortably.

Looks great against my maple dining furniture.

Washing is a breeze. Just toss in cool or warm water and wash as you would normally anything cotton. I don't recommend using it in the dryer on high heat, but a cool setting so as to prevent any drawing of the stitching.

Whether your table is set with country china for a dinner party, Grandma's tea cups for a tea party, or paper plates at a picnic table, this is an all duty tablecloth you will be sure to enjoy for a long time to come!

I give this five stars.

A big thumbs up.

And I highly recommend it.

You can purchase this tablecloth on Amazon.com here. The current price is $35.99.

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Garnier Whole Blends Leave in Conditioner

Garnier Whole Blends

Leave In Conditioner

According to the bottle this conditioner is made from virgin pressed olive oil, and doesn't weigh down your hair. However, when I applied it as directed on the bottle, I simply ended up with oily looking hair that clung to my neck and face. I attempted to blow dry it to try to ease some of the oily look out, but even that didn't help. About the only good thing I can say for it, when used as directed, was that it does smell nice, as all Garnier products have that I've tried before.

I did wash it out. In my next shower, I used it as I would regular conditioner and was more pleased with the results. I left it in for about 5 minutes as I showered, and then rinsed it out. I have coarse grey hair, and it left me with soft manageable hair.

Whole Blends comes in a 10.2 fluid ounce bottle and retails for $5.89 on Amazon.com here.

I am pleased when using it the way I did. However, as per directions on the bottle, I was not happy. I give this 2 stars.

And I can not give it a thumbs up. The exact opposite.

In reading reviews, I do see where others have liked it, and so I ask you to judge for yourself. These are my opinions only, and the results of my use of the product, which may vary vastly from others.

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Tom's of Maine Wicked Cool Deodorant

Tom's of Maine

Wicked Cool Children's Deodorant

This is an awesome deodorant (does not contain aluminum, parabens or artificial fragrance), and is perfect for your tween to teen. Wicked Cool scent is an almost bubble gum like scent which your child is sure to love. It is gentle and not harsh as many adult deodorants are, which means if your kid is funky smelling, they may need to apply it more than once a day.

This does not contain an anti-perspirant, so don't look for your sweaty child not to have wet rings under their arms if they tend to be sweaty. But do look for them not to develop acne due to clogged sweat glands!  A huge plus!

I may not be a tween, but I've been using it for a week now, to try it out, and I love it. Glides on smooth and dry. No white marks on my clothing. And hey, after all, who says a Granny can't smell like bubble gum now and then?

Comes with 6 deodorant sticks, for $28.44. Enough for 3 to 6 months of smell 'em good for your tween. You can purchase Tom's of Maine Wicked Cool on Amazon.com here.

I give this five stars.

A big thumbs up.

And highly recommended.

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Matcha Green Tea

Matcha Green Tea

by Lipton Tea

This is a wonderfully tasting green tea. Lipton, well known for the excellence in their teas, has surpassed their own greatness with this choice of blend. This blend contains pure matcha.

From Health.com we read the following regarding Matcha:

"Because matcha is made from high-quality tea, and the whole leaves are ingested, it’s a more potent source of nutrients than steeped green tea. In addition to providing small amounts of vitamins and minerals, matcha is rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, which have been tied to protection against heart disease and cancer, as well as better blood sugar regulation, blood pressure reduction, and anti-aging. Another polyphenol in matcha called EGCG has been shown in research to boost metabolism, and slow or halt the growth of cancer cells."

Plus it's been shown to boost your mental alertness due to the caffeine it contains.

Each large tea bag makes one mug of tea. Just steep the bag as you would normally do for tea. Sweeten with honey or sugar if you like. Or drink it plain, however, I found that to be a little harsh, and so I did sweeten it a bit.

Sold in boxes of 15 bags, the tea can be purchased from Amazon.com here. It comes in 3 flavors, ginger, mint, and original. And don't let the price throw you off. It's $13.96, but that's for 4 boxes of tea bags with 15 bags in each box. Enough for 30 days if you drink it twice daily, or 2 months if you only drink it once daily.

I give this tea five stars.

A big thumbs up.

And I highly recommend it.

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Hyland's 4 Kids Cold & Mucus Liquid

Hyland's 4 Kids Cold 'n Mucus Nightime Liquid

My granddaughter got to try this out first hand. And it worked wonderfully. Decongested her chest and nasal passages. It also helped her to sleep through the night with minimal coughing. She awoke the next morning without that "dragging" feeling, refreshed and breathing much easier than the night before. And it lowered her fever.

For children 2-12 years of age, I give this five stars.

A big thumbs up.

And my highly recommended award.

Available on Amazon.com here.

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DII Microfiber Women's Hair Wrap

DII Women's Microfiber, Machine Washable, Perfect for College Dorm, Pools, Gyms, Beaches, Locker Rooms, Bathroom, Shower Hair Wrap, Hair Towel, Set of 3, Lattice Gray

These microfiber wraps, match the bath wrap that I reviewed yesterday!

I love how these keep my head warm in my drafty home when I get out of the shower. Perfect until I get to the hair dryer, they absorb most of the water from your hair when wet.

Simply place your head, bent forward, with your hair pulled toward your face. Place your head in the opening of the large end. Slide your hair into the wrap. Grab hold of the smaller end and twist a couple of times. Grab the hidden elastic loop at the back of your head and bring it over and around the button on the small end. And just like that, you have a water absorbing turban.

I have been using this style of hair wraps (turbans) for years. Perfect for very short, or for very long, hair. I don't get in the shower until my bath wrap, and hair wrap are on the stool beside my shower. Ready for me to keep warm and get dry!

You can find these hair wraps on Amazon.com here. A set of three retails for $11.99.

I give these 5 Stars!

A Big Thumbs Up!

And my Highly Recommended Award!

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Francois et Mimi Bar Set

Francois et Mimi Stainless Steel Bar Tools Set, Including Ice Bucket, Wine Chiller, Cocktail Shaker and Serving Tray

I have been seeking a nice bar set for quite some time. Nothing really caught my eye, except for pure silver, or antique, either of which cost more than I can afford. Until I saw this lovely set! The stainless steel bar tools are excellent! And just what I wanted!

Decorated with a hammered look around the middles of the ice bucket, shaker and wine cooler, and around the edge of the serving try, this set is elegant. It goes from a contemporary home to a traditional home with no problems! Looks great for casual use, or for a party! You'll be the toast of the town when your bar is set with these!

I give this set 5 Stars!

A Big Thumbs Up!

And my personal Highly Recommended Award!

You can find this set on Amazon.com here. It retails for $59.95.



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Fossil Grant Chronograph Watch

Fossil Grant Chronograph Watch

You might laugh, but this is a woman who chooses to wear a man's watch. No they aren't dainty to look at. But most can be mistaken for a unisex watch these days, and this is no different.

I absolutely love the thick, heavy leather band. And it's long enough for my larger than most women"s wrist!

The watch came set for my time zone and is already up and running. Keeping perfect time! I also love it's many features! Stopwatch, timer, etc. Instructions are included, and are easy to understand.

I have to give this beautiful watch 5 Stars!

A Big Thumbs up!

And my Highly Recommended Award!

The item can be found on Amazon.com here, and retails for $135. And it's worth every cent!



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DII 100% Cotton Every Day Tablecloth

DII 100% Cotton Everyday Tablecloth

I love cotton. It can be pressed, or starched to feel very elegant. Or simply put it through the dryer after washing for a relaxed look. Dress it up  with a lovely runner, or a floral arrangement. Use placemats or not. Paper napkins, or cotton. Or use elegant silk or satin to make it special. China and crystal for a dinner party. Or paper plates for pizza night with canned colas.

This great tablecloth measures a generous 60" x 104", and easily fits 8-10 dinner guests. So leave the leaves in your dinner table!

Use it in the formal dining room. Or on the farmhouse table in the kitchen. Either way, it's a perfect cloth for your table!

I give this 5 Stars!

A big Thumbs Up!

And my personal Highly Recommended Award!~

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Signature by Levi Strauss, Mens Boot Cut Jeans

 

Levi Strauss Signature Mens Boot Cut Jean

 Received this garment today. It did not match the description exactly. These are faded jeans, but to the point that there isn't a lot of wear left in them. I don't mind faded, but when the material is thin, to the point of you are afraid of a garment mishap, I don't want to pay good money for them.

They are also very, very tight fitting. DH normally wears a 34 waist, and has no problem. These are too tight for comfort, although he says he will wear them anyway, simply because they are Levi brand. Hmmmm

Length is as expected.

I give these 4 stars, because the garment is well constructed. I cannot give it my thumbs up or recommend them, however.

If you're into the "grunge" look, these are probably for you.

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New Designs Bowl Covers

 

New Designs Bowl Covers

I don't know about everyone else, but in my house, we are trying to make things as simplified, and green, as possible. These bowl covers meet the need in a big way!

The set comes in a medium and a large bowl cover. And each cover will fit a varying size of bowls. The exterior of the covers is made from 100% cotton. Great on the environment, and safe for you to use near food products! And the lining is made from a food safe layer of material. Perfect for just about anything you plan to put away! 

These keep salads fresh, and without wilting for a couple of days. And I've used them on everything from bread to beans. All with great success.

The covers are 100% machine washable and dryable. 

You can purchase them on Amazon.com here. They are $17.99 a set. A little pricey to be sure, but when you consider that they will last a long time, and you won't have to purchase aluminum foil, or plastic wrap as often, you can see where you will save in the long run!

I give these covers...

 Five Stars...

and a ...

Big Thumbs Up!

I also give it my...

Highly Recommended Award!

 

 

 

 

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