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Sorel Boots

It seems that some parts of the country are already getting pounded with snow and cold weather. Ski season is in full swing and winter play has begun. If there is one thing that I hate about winter fun it is that my feet FREEZE. I can never put on enough socks or warm enough boots. This year, I am armed and ready! My feet will be all warm and cozy no matter how cold it gets. How do you like that Mr. Winter?!

What am I armed with? Ohhh, you are going to be drooling so get ready…

Sorel Boots, specifically the Sorel Caribou.
The original and best. Since 1972, the Sorel Caribou earned its reputation for warmth, durability and comfort the hard way: by protecting the feet of millions of Sorel customers through deep snow, harsh storms and the biting cold of long winters.

Rated to -40° below zero, the Caribou is the timeless choice for work and play in cold weather. The nubuck leather upper and handcrafted vulcanized rubber shell are seam-sealed for complete waterproofness and lined with a removable 9mm ThermoPlus^TM felt InnerBoot that traps heat next to your foot, where it belongs. Underfoot, a thick rubber midsole insulates the boot from cold ground, while the Sorel AeroTrac^TM non-loading outsole provides sure footing.

FEATURES:

* Seam-sealed waterproof construction with waterproof nubuck leather upper
* Removable 9mm ThermoPlus felt InnerBoot
* Sherpa Pile^TM snow cuff
* 2.5mm bonded felt frost plug
* Handcrafted waterproof vulcanized rubber shell with Sorel AeroTrac non-loading outsole
* Imported

Now these are some boots! I can romp, tromp and play in any weather and not have to worry about my feet being cold. Thank you Sorel! They use high quality materials and the craftsmanship is superb. If you remove the lining they are a little hard to get back in…just because everything fits together so well to provide your feet with the perfect fit.

What they say:

At Sorel, we make footwear that is honest, uncomplicated, and unpretentious. We believe that form follows function, and that the result is often quite beautiful. Since 1962, we’ve put craftsmanship first in the pursuit of making products that last. We believe that when your feet are taken care of, you can be more spontaneous, and that your boots should last as long as the experiences you have in them. We believe in being effortlessly outdoors no matter what the elements.

I love that! And I love their boots. You will have to check out their complete line of styles for women, men and children some rated to -100 degrees below zero for all of your winter footwear needs. Whether you just want to get out and play or live in the harshest of conditions Sorel has you covered!

Sorel provided me with a complimentary pair of boots to facilitate this review. All opinions are those of my own and are in no way influenced by any outside source.

MEGATESTER

I live in a house full of electrically charged people. Bric used to work around electricity constantly and still does some side jobs for people at times. Erin is going to college to be an engineer and can wire circuits with the best of them. Because of that, this makes the perfect tool to use around here. The MEGATESTER® is the safe, easy way to test electrical circuits, switches, fuses, cords, trace wires and more! This high-quality aluminum flashlight uses its built-in 3-volt battery to safely trace the electrical path that higher voltage would normally take. The MEGATESTER® is designed for use on unenergized circuits of 3-, 6-, 12-, 24-, 110- or 200-volts.

Once you turn on the MEGATESTER® flashlight and remove the attached clip, the light will go off. Simply unwind the wire, place the clip on one end of a circuit and the MEGATESTER® end cap on the other end. If the bulb lights up, the circuit is good; if not, you should replace the part being tested. It’s that easy!

Additional features:

* Tested and listed as safe by the UL®
* Troubleshoots electrical problems in less than a minute
* Tests tools, appliances, autos, boats, campers, trailers and much more
* Includes a spare bulb (built into the end cap), batteries and a usage guide
* Features belt holster clip for easy access

We have already had the opportunity to test and use the MEGATESTER on several occassions. It is accurate and easy to use even for people electrically challenged such as me.

Berry Ready!

Duri Cosmetics is rolling out the red carpet for sizzling summer toes with their new “Berry Ready for My Close-Up” Collection. The new line features six romantic movie-inspired shades so that you will be one step closer to winning that “Best Dressed” award!

And the Shades are:

* Everyday is a Valentine is heart warming red
* Sealed With a Kiss is a shimmery raspberry
* Runaway Bride is berry delicious
* Daddy’s Girl is a sweet girly pink
* Bachelorette Party is just peachy
* Happily Ever After will make you blush a hot pink

I love the Daddy’s girl and Happily Ever After. I am a pink kinda gal when it comes to showing off my toes. And with summer in full swing, you are never fully dressed without a sizzling new coat of paint. Check out all of Duri’s colors to match any outfit or pair of  flip-flops you have. They have a full line of great polishes that have staying power and they are affordable at $5 per bottle. And for that perfect touch you might want to try their award-winning  nail strenghtener, Rejuvacote or many of their other products to finish out that perfect self-manicure/pedicure.

The Scrunch Bottle Bib

Oh my word. Where in the heck was this product when I FIRST started having kids? And why did it take someone so long to come up with this idea? And why wasn’t it me?  I can’t really answer any of these questions. All I can say is I am GLAD  it is here now!

Nothing stinks worse than soured milk. Eww, I hate that smell. And when it get in the creases of a babies neck..not pleasant. It causes rashes. And makes babies uncomfortable. But now, there is a solution. The Scrunch Bottle Bib:

Auntie-Invented and mother approved, the new patent pending Scrunch Bottle Bib® puts an innovative twist on bottle feeding and is now being introduced to the World Wide Web and available for purchase online. This innovative bib for the bottle catches the spills that traditional bibs leave behind and serves as a much needed solution to sour necks and rashes on infants cause by spilled milk.

How great is that? Love it and you will too! The Scrunch Bottle Bib®  is made of 100% cotton and fits all bottle sizes. The product is machine washable and reversible for double usage.

The Scrunch Bottle Bib® is recommended for infants 0+, and is available in various boy, girl and neutral colors and retails for $7.99 each. They also make great unique baby shower gifts for friends and family. Purchase online at www.ScrunchBottleBib.com and the company is offering 10% off your entire order until August 1, 2009 using coupon code “BOSPR616″.

Guitar Hero for the Nintendo DS

Guitar Hero for the Nintendo DS has taken over our house. It is a fight for play time on a daily basis here. Everyone LOVES it! The game comes with an attachment that you hook to your DS that has the “keys” and a “guitar pick”. It is SOOO much fun.

The makers of Guitar Hero introduced Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits for the Nintendo DS system, a follow-up to the On Tour and Decades games previously released. The game features 28 songs, all radio-edits of modern rock hits from bands including Coldplay, Fall Out Boy, Weezer, The Strokes and Wolfmother. Besides being able to take the game on the road, the Nintendo DS has a wireless feature that allows song streaming and multiplayer modes. Imagine all of the kids in the backseat of your car entertaining themselves and challenging each other!

You can rock out virtually anywhere now with the portable version of Guitar Hero without worrying about being exposed to violence…except when you are fighting over play time. Check out the new Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits and Guitar Hero On Tour: Decades today and start rockin and rollin with your family today!

Thank you to MomCental for this opportunity!

Marcus Goldhaber

Marcus Goldhaber was born and raised in Buffalo, New York where he developed a passion for Jazz along side a 1928 Ivers and Pond upright piano that his Mother would sit him down at each night after dinner teaching him song after song. His love for music has inspired him throughout his life.

Marcus  is a New York-based singer/songwriter, jazz vocalist, and special event performer. Known in the music world for his intimate approach to straight-ahead jazz, his debut CD, “The Moment After,” (2006) received noteworthy praise from jazz and mainstream press alike, including international radio play.

As of November 25th, 2008, Marcus has released his follow-up album, “Take Me Anywhere,” which introduces Marcus for the first time as a songwriter, incorporating 7 original tracks (co-written with pianist, Jon Davis), album alongside 10 new interpretations of traditional jazz standards.

“Take Me” is the title track off of his new album that is a love story inspired by his grandparents. Simply Wonderful!His music is smooth and soulful. He is a Crooner to be ranked up there with the likes of Frank Sinatra. Check Marcus out, he will inspire you with a mix of yesterday and today. And that smile…well, it just goes straight to your heart.

Fasta Pasta

The Fasta Pasta is the revolutionary tool that will cook pasta in the microwave. Pasta in the microwave? Yep, you heard it right. It will also cook rice, vegetables, soups, even a chocolate cake. You can use it to cook spaghetti, fettuccini, macaroni, lasagna noodles, rotini and more! No waiting for a big pot of water to boil. Cook pasta to al dente perfection in the microwave everytime! The Fasta Pasta helps you to  saves time, energy and water.

The Fasta Pasta:
1. Is BPA free and made with FDA approved material.
2. No boil over, noodle sticking, or colanders.
3. Provides perfect al dente texture every time
4. Cooks pasta, from start to finish, in almost half the 30 minute stove-top time
5. Dishwasher safe
6. Made in the USA

The cookbook is full of great recipes and they have a recipe section on their website as well. It is fun to try out all the new ways you can use it to cook in the microwave and so easy a child can use it! The Fasta Pasta is PERFECT for people who don’t like to cook or struggle with cooking. It would be perfect for a college student that can only have a microwave in their dorm. It is perfect for anyone really.