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Aug262019 by John Ryans

Columbia Thermarator Glove

When I was lost in the cold evening on the mountain, my hands slowly chilled until I remembered I had these gloves I usually wore. I slipped them on, and, although my hands had an ice cube stuck to the inside of them, I felt nothing in them. I was still in shock. I had found something that could warm your hands, even in the coldest, coldest night and I couldn't believe it: my beloved gloves. I pictured a woman in a bed across from me in the darkness and I felt the urge to say something to her. But at that moment, the cold was too strong: I couldn't take it any longer. I started to run toward the girl on the bed as fast as I could. I tried to talk to her as if my life depended on words that came out, and then I got lost again in the woods. The woman on the bed was no longer there and I was...

Aug262019 by Gregg Grovers

TOMS Men’s Pico Loafer

Home Goods

I love my toms shoes. I've worn my toms shoes forever now. I've looked after them for many years. I don't really like going shopping but I'm not opposed to the idea, I just don't think I should have to, but these make it so I don't need to. I sized down because I used to have a problem with my last pair. They would just fall off, I'd be annoyed by my shoes slipping off. I got myself a new pair. I don't look forward to going shopping for shoes anymore… I think I'm pretty good about getting them replaced when they get tattered. However, I wouldn't be bothered about the shoes being taken off me as long as they haven't been replaced. It makes no difference to me and I only ever have one or two pairs of shoes and usually just replace my toms shoes every few years. I haven't had to replace th

Aug152019 by Jen Ryans

Review – gods with a little g

Books

Can a book change your life? This one did for me--it changed my life and my sense of life. It changed my perception of what books can do in my life. I could no longer see the meaninglessness to being in books. And to be able to see meaning in the things that I find so amazing as well. I don't have to look elsewhere for inspiration or books. This book was the right book. I am still rereading and enjoying parts of it. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to become more creative because this amazing book got me thinking. If you do have adult children, this could be an excellent book to give to them! You could not read a book for what you know, and it gives you something so much greater, it's almost a prayer. It made me understand my life and the challenges facing me - I never thoug

Aug92019 by Jen Ryans

Snow Skiing

Activities

Skiing was one of my first thrills. Back then, in the early 1980s, I'd never seen snow skiing. Not that I was skier-hungry as a youngster — if I had been, I would have gone skiing as much as possible at the time. And to have your heart set on one sport, which was entirely foreign to me, made it even more impressive that it seemed so consuming. After all, my parents knew not to take vacations that didn't include skiing. Now, as parents, my husband and I try to fit in lots of vacations that are skiing. Then, my family vacations included the annual ski weekend with my father and three of his best friends, a family picnic in San Francisco, and a visit to Yosemite National Park. Our family vacations were just as great — maybe even better — than most. The ski family vacation included a five-ni

Aug72019 by Jonathan Bilcox

The Turn of the Key, by Ruth Ware

Books

I wasn't sure of this from what I heard, but I quickly started to get very excited about the concept. At least, that is the feeling like I got from the preview. The smart house, the note from the previous nanny, they all add up to a thrilling ride. The other people writing reviews for this book have very diverse opinions. For me there was a difference in the author's voice. This one came across to me very differently. Not all the words, more about the characters in the stories. She is, at times, the most talented writer I've ever read. You will get a sense of what the author intends, but if that's not your style you have a right to complain loudly about that, and I hope you keep your displeasure to yourself. That being said, if you come away from the whole of this book feeling confused...

Aug72019 by Jen Ryans

Hot Bikram Yoga

Activities

Hot yoga is not for everyone, in fact, maybe not for most people. But if you're still curious about if yoga is so good for you -- and whether it helps with sleep and physical health -- it is, and it does! I get better sleep, stronger muscles, energy for life, better mood and better feelings. I chose the Pacific Heights practice location because its layout -- located at the edge of Manhattan's Central Park -- with a wide range of space, from the middle of the park to the Pacific Ocean. At the end of my session, most of the participants would hang out at the park, eating lunch or sitting in the sun on the beach. The studio building, has a wide open, green space for meditation, yoga and meditation coaching. The building was open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays during the week. Here is w...

Aug72019 by Gregg Grovers

Jonagold apples

Food

The best apple is the Jonagold. This is a very high quality apple and in a pretty affordable price range. Its only problem, aside from having a higher price point, is it hard to find as a wild, local variety (although the variety can still be easily planted and grows well). While there are commercial Jonagold varieties, Jonagold can be grown at home as a wild variety of the Jonagold variety with good results. It has great flavour and a very complex aroma. Jonagold tastes excellent in the raw state, probably the best way to eat, since it's not really a pie apple. It has a lovely aroma, not bitter at all but rather sweet with a smooth, warm taste that takes the throat off your face and relaxes your jaw, neck and neck muscles. It smells wonderful before it goes on the table and a good, gent...

Aug72019 by Jen Ryans

Make Up For Ever Lip Balm

Home Goods

Whenever I write about this product I get excited. I'm writing about it because it's so unique and it's really just that fun! It's a blend of lip balm and skin moisturizer to use all over. What it comes in? Make Up For Ever Lip balm is a 100% natural blend and it contains antioxidants and salicylic acid. Ingredients: Lip balm contains all natural oils, plant derived waxes, and essential oils designed to replenish cells and reduce inflammation and hair loss. It also contains an active ingredient to reduce shine and shine at the last minute. If you love lip balm, but find your skin to be too dry, for example when having dry lips, then try using it with a little lemon or lime! It can also be used under makeup in addition to skin to be moisturizing. How to use: Place a thin layer insid...

Aug62019 by Gregg Grovers

Great Value Disposable Vinyl Gloves

Home Goods

I didn't think I would ever be reviewing this product, but I needed a great pair of gloves. I used another of the same brand of glove but had the rubber gloves come off too easily before using it to remove them. The only other thing I like and not being too disappointed was how this product feels and smells. I would buy this again and I am sure other people will enjoy them too. Great Gauntlets! I use these gloves for a few things, firstly when working outdoors when wet I will use them because they are waterproof. Its really nice to have a glove on hands when using the heavy duty gloves I live with with rubber grips on them. Secondly when it rains it really works great for soaking the top and bottoms off and then being able to wash it off with a dish towel. Also very convenient and very qu...

Aug62019 by Ryan Stevens

Reach Dental Floss

Home Goods

Everyone needs to floss every day. Reach floss is one of the silkiest flosses in the world! Don't give up. Floss it twice daily! Floss even when you are not sure you need to, because that's when you should be working to remove the toxins from your mouth and getting rid of those nasty bacteria. Learn your lesson, and start to floss in the next few weeks. Just once a day, and it is a habit you will grow to enjoy. Flossing your teeth is important for your health because it helps to remove dead plaque from your teeth, which reduces cavities. Toxic substances also build up as our teeth naturally decay if we don't clean them. It isn't always easy to find the right material for a floss – it takes a lot of trial and error. When you decide to do it, remember: the gel on your teeth is