Saturday, October 18, 2014

Hot August Night!
A Tribute to Neil Diamond
Starring Dean Colley

Dean Colley, Neil Diamond impersonator
Dean Colley, Neil Diamond impersonator

A dear friend and Oma are huge Neil Diamond fans. Therefore, a girls outing to the “Hot August Night” Neil Diamond tribute seemed perfect.

Well not really perfect. Dean Colley, the Diamond impersonator was more like “diamond in the rough.” His raspy voice failed to capture the original’s smooth yet earthy tones.

Hot August Night
Hot August Night

Nevertheless, the evening of Diamond music, from the 60’s on, proved to invoke many favorable memories. Particularly noteworthy was the audience participation in the song “Song Sung Blue.” Additionally, historical notes, like Diamond’s involvement in the Monkee’s song, “I’m a Believer” was enlightening.

Stacey and Oma started the night with a small pizza from Urbn Pizza (203 Main St, Vista, CA 92084). This ‘Back-to-Basics’ pizzeria chain serves coal-fired pies featuring a choose-your-own gourmet toppings options; A little pricey, but well worth it.  My small Red Sauce Eggplant with Bacon pizza was delicious! Hint: a small pizza pie will satisfy two people easily.

Oma had never been to the AVO Playhouse (303 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084) before and found it very picturesque. This Quonset hut-style theater was opened in December 1948 as a neighborhood movie house.

 It was designed by architect S. Charles Lee. It was purchased by the City of Vista and elegantly restored to accommodate live performances in 1995. The seats were comfortable and accommodates an audience of 382.


Photo Credit: Stacey Kuhns

Garlic Press and Peeler Set
Review #AlphaGrillers




With the Alpha Grillers Garlic Press, you can easily press garlic cloves, both peeled and unpeeled. It is well built and sturdy. The Press is also ergonomically designed for easy squeezing and its sleek and sturdy design is aesthetically appealing.




The Press is packaged with a Peeler. For more years than Oma wishes to count, she has been struggling to peel garlic. It is a difficult job that leaves your hands both sticky and smelly . . . . right?  Not anymore :

The Best Peeler on The Market:


- Simple to use: insert clove -> roll back and forth -> tip out perfectly peeled clove - Extensively tested to identify the best texture and thickness of silicone for optimal peeling - Highly durable and dishwasher safe

Really dishwasher safe too!?! Oma wishes she would have found this invaluable kitchen tool sooner.


The Alpha Grillers Garlic Press and Peeler Set is the perfect give for anyone who likes to cook! To make it even more of a no brainer, buy today and you will receive a 100% MONEY BACK LIFETIME GUARANTEE.

But that’s not all, with your order, you get a BONUS EBOOK: "50 Delicious Recipes Using Crushed and Sliced Garlic"



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With the Alpha Grillers Garlic Peeler and Press, there is no need to buy the “already-minced garlic.” Fresh garlic tastes so much better and is easy to prepare with these quality kitchen tools.



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Sports Armband Review #sportsarmband


 iArrow Sport Armband For Apple iPhone 5 / iPhone 5S

Oma uses her iphone to map her hikes. It is always so awkward to hike with a phone in your pocket. The iArrow Sports Armband solves that problem nicely.  As advertised it is very sturdy and strong.

The Velcro strap is also very strong and super thick. The best part of the iArrow Sports Armband is that it easily and comfortably fits any arm - big or small!!!  It comes with a case, arm band, and screen protectors.

Right now the iArrow Sport Armband For Apple iPhone 5 / iPhone 5S is on sale for just $15.99.


http://www.amazon.com/iArrow-Rubberized-Lifetime-Guarantee-PROTECTOR/dp/B00KGGNIDO/




Product Description


  • Ultimate iPhone 5 Exercise Accessory - With 3-1 functionality, the iArrow is a custom-fit armband, phone cover and screen protector. If you exercise frequently and you have an iPhone 5 or 5s, this is the protection tool that you need to safe and functional!
  • Lighter Weight For Better Performance - Forget about bulky, non-adjustable and uncomfortable iPhone 5/5s armband cases because the iArrow is lightweight, easy-to-adjust, and versatile. Experience unmatched comfort! No other case comes close.
  • High Quality Indestructible Design - The case you can't break-and if you do, we'll replace it. Our 200% guarantee proves it. If the iArrow breaks for any reason, we will give you a new one and give you your money back. Who else does that?
  • Function, Form, And Fit - More than a fashion accessory! You'll look great, but you'll also be able to exercise in comfort while protecting your Apple iPhone. The iArrow stands out while showing off your iPhone. It also fits perfectly too!
  • Included SCREEN PROTECTOR - Forget about plastic covers with built-in screen protectors-these only scratch your phone! The iArrow includes a custom-fit screen protector that retains functionality and protects your screen.



DOUBLE GUARANTEE


We Are Putting All the Risk on Our Shoulders Giving You What Has Never Been Seen Before in This Industry. The iArrow Armband Is Backed by a Lifetime No-Hassle Money-Back Guarantee. Besides the Refund, We Will Ship to Your Address a Brand New Armband. Simply Send Us an Email with Your Order ID And We Will Be Happy To Attend To Your Need.



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Smart Weigh 500 x 0.01g Digital Pro Pocket Scale Review #TOP500


Smart Weigh 500 x 0.01g Digital Pro Pocket Scale

The Smart Weigh 500 x 0.01g Digital Pro Pocket Scale comes with clear trays that snap on to the top of the platform and bottom of the scale for easy storage and travel. It features a unique and simple design with its stainless steel 3.94″ x 3.7″ platform.

You can use the scale to measure in grams, ounces, troy ounces, pennyweight, grains, and carats. It measures as low as .01 gram and as high as 500 grams.

Honestly, Oma did not even know what a troy ounce was! Oma has since learned that a troy ounce is a unit of imperial measure and most commonly used to gauge the mass of precious metals. One troy ounce is currently defined as exactly 0.0311034768 kg or 31.1034768 g.

The Smart Weigh 500 x 0.01g Digital Pro Pocket Scale is easy to use and accurate. Its bright, back-lit display makes it easy to read the display screen. It is real User Friendly.

Tip: You can also use this scale to check the weight of “Snail Mail!” And if your package is larger than the scale, it has a hold button you can press and then take your package off and still be able to see what the weight is.





The Smart Weigh 500 x 0.01g Digital Pro Pocket Scale
Product Description:

  • Features - the top500 is strong, accurate, fast, and user-friendly; will work great for any of your mailing, jewelry, reloading, and cooking needs
  • Functions - this scale can double up as a postal scale; the pcs function gives you an accurate count and the hold function will lock weight readings
  • Design - features a clear LCD screen lit by a bright blue backlight; will display readings in g, OZ, OZT, dwt, GN, and CT
  • Precision - manufactured with high precision sensors to provide the most accurate weight readings; weighs up to 500 grams in 0.01 Increments
  • Includes - 2 AAA batteries with a two minute auto shut off feature; the tare function will provide a net weight




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Children Picture Book Animals Tails Review #KidsBook


Animal’s Tails by Dan Jackson

This is a cute eBook, geared towards children and is all about the many uses of an animal’s tails! The photography is stunning and descriptive in a way words fail.   This book is perfect to help your little student learn about animals.

The fox curls up and covers its nose with its tail to keep warm.

Honestly, this book even taught Oma a few things. For example, Oma did not know:

In cold weather, fox generally curls up and covers its nose and paws with its tail to keep its body warm. When the fox climbs hills, it can balance its weight with the tail.

My grandson, Reed Indy loves animals the most. For just $2.99, Animal’s Tails by Dan Jackson would be a great addition to any eLibrary. 



http://www.amazon.com/dp/b00nb5jzkw



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Friday, October 17, 2014

Pet Moodycards
Review #moodycards


Moodycards are hilarious desk type messages that tell everyone how you feel


Product Description


Moodycards are hilarious desk type messages that tell everyone how you feel and what’s on your mind without saying a word, and get a laugh while you’re doing it! With over 20 moods, you're sure to find one that suits!




Moody Cards - Rough Night . . .
It took Oma a few tries to get this desktop “Moody Cardboard” to stand up. The trick is to bend the bottom all the way in; then just let it flex back to form a triangle. 

With twenty different moods and messages you will be sure to find a doggie to express your mood adequately.  Moodycards are really cute and a great conversation starter.

Currently on sale on Amazon for $8.99 – Pet Moodys would make a great office secret Santa gift and/or a stocking stuffing.


http://www.amazon.com/Funny-Office-Gifts-Moodycards-Everybodys/dp/B00MFAFZ6M/ie=UTF8?m=A146G7NZANLZ9G&keywords=funny+gifts


Pet Moodys are 5 x 5 x 2 inches. The cards were all double sided, colored and laminated. 


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***Bonus – With the product delivery, Oma received a coupon to get another set of moody cards to give to a friend for only $1. Two Pet Moodys for $10 is a bargain! 


Don't be Grumpy! - Mody Cards




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