My Own Critic

USB Ballpoint Pen

2009-03-25T23:21:00.010-04:00

So, I went to check the mail today and noticed a FedEx tag on my door that said "Left package by door." I looked down and there it was, a tiny package on my door stoop.

This cute little pen was in the package. I wish I knew the manufacturer...or even who sent it to me, for that matter. There was no information on the box, except for my own.

The package the pen is in has nothing except the words "1GB" (it is a 1gig drive) and USB Ballpoint Pen.

The pen in a whole is a bit heavy, so I cannot see myself using this as an everyday, all day type of pen...but, it is very convenient for carry documents that may need to be printed from the drive and then signed. I like how the pen writes. It is very smooth. I have yet to figure out how to change the ink though. If the ink in this pen cannot be changed, I think I may have to change my outlook on it. You cannot expect to the ink to last as long as the memory drive. I will update if I ever figure this thing out.

Too bad I cannot give credit where it is due! Kudos to whoever sent it...thumbs up to whoever manufactured it!

Yanni Voices

2009-03-24T14:26:00.007-04:00

I just got Yanni Voices today from One2One. All I have to say is if you like Yanni by himself, you will LOVE this CD. This is the first time ever that Yanni has brought vocals to the forefront of his music.

Yanni includes brilliant voices to this album, including Nathan Pacheco, Leslie Mills, Chloe, and Ender Thomas.

Something else I noticed is, this album was released by Disney! What a great status Yanni!

My favorite tracks on the album are Kill Me With Your Love and The Keeper.

This album will definitely put you in a calm state of mind. I have a 3 year old trying to sing along...APPROVED!!

I brought the CD to work with me and had a couple of my coworkers, who claimed they would never be caught listening to Yanni, listen to it. Their perspective changed and they all said they would be purchasing this album for their collection!

This one has a billion thumbs up for me. I have already transferred all the songs to my Zune!

Childrens chewable Claritin

2009-03-21T14:42:00.002-04:00

If you have kids, then you know that getting a child to swallow a pill is like pulling teeth without sedation.

These things are great! I love what Claritin does for me, so I was all on when BzzAgent offered me the ability to test this product.

My kids were kind of reluctant to take it at first...that is, until I told them to chew...

I wish all medicines were this easy to take. And best thing is, their allergy symptoms go away and they love the taste!

Oral B Stages

2009-03-20T23:26:00.003-04:00

I had the honor of being selected as a SheSpeaks tester of the Oral-B stages toothbrush.

Have a kid that's not particularly fond of teeth brushing? If you have kids that put up a fight when it comes to teeth brushing, you may want to consider a change in their tooth brush.

Your kid will soon become a tooth brushing extraordinaire! They may be something like my 3 year old. When I gave him the toothbrush with cars on it, I had to pry the brush from him.

I like the way the bristles are contoured to "cup" the teeth as they are brushed. The design is just the perfect size to fit in tiny hands! The bright colors and known characters make this a must have if you have kids that are ready to start being more independent with teeth brushing.

Afrin PureSea

2009-03-20T14:52:00.004-04:00

If you have sinusitis like me, then you may have just found a new friend!

I received the Afrin PureSea Nasal Rinse from BzzAgent. At first I was reluctant to accept this campain, but now I am glad I did.

I received this and within hours I built up enough courage to try it. The product is a bit intimidating, especially if you have never used a neti pot.

The concept is: if you rinse your sinuses, it will rid the gunk that is making you suffer...

IT WORKS!!!

The only con for me is that it does dry the inside of your nose a little. You may need to put some type of lubricant in your nose if you are sensitive after use.

Victoria's Secret

2009-03-14T22:19:00.001-04:00

I received a coupon in my email for a free sample of Victoria's Secret Energizing Body Lotion with organic citrus & mint.

I gobbled up the chance to get free stuff from Victoria's Secret. What drew me to this one, was the word ORGANIC!

So I went into the store and handed the lady the coupon...she gave me this 1oz bottle of lotion to sample and I immediately applied it.

After walking through the mall, I strolled back to Vickie's and picked up a full sized bottle after feeling the effects of the lotion while walking through the mall.

This lotion is very silky and the smell is great! Kudos for making a product that even my picky 6 year old daughter likes!

Emergen-C Kidz

2009-02-15T23:33:00.002-05:00

I received an invite through SheSpeaks to test the new Emergen-C Kiz.

My kidz HATED this stuff. When you pour it, the stuff is the consistency of liquid puke. My son first said it tasted like flat soda, then by the end said it was yucky.

My daughter took a tiny sip and then looked like she was going to throw it back up.

I even gave some to my 3 year old. Even the 3 year old said "EWWWW" when tasting it! I do not recommend this product. 10 thumbs down (2 from each in the house..)

Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate with PB Filling Squares

2009-01-30T23:40:00.003-05:00

I don't even like peanut butter and these things were like silk to me!

I had the honor of tasting the Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate with PB Filling Squares through SheSpeaks. I thought I was in peanut buttery heaven...lol

How can someone who hates peanut butter love it so much? Taste the Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate with PB Filling Squares and ye shall see!