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Merry Halloween.
Posted by etipton – September 29, 2007 10:48 AM
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Since the holiday of Halloween is second only to Christmas, why not get a Halloween tree. Here is one that is crafted from durable PVC, and features movable limbs for perfect posing. The spooky tree arrives pre-planted in a sturdy, gothic-themed planter. Decorate with home-made decorations from the kids, or these fun set of six Halloween ornaments includes two bats, two spiders, one crow, and one ball ornament. The tree is priced around $50, and the ornaments are priced around $20.
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Keep filthy paws off my keyboard.
Posted by etipton – September 28, 2007 11:29 AM
As we move into the winter months, the incidence of illness rises. Unfortunately, most employees are unable to stay home when they are sick. They either do not get paid, cannot find someone to cover them, or know they tend to get more rest at work then they do at home. I can just feel myself getting sick when I return from lunch and find a germy person answering a call on my phone or looking something up on my computer. I pull out the Lysol, but I always worry that it might short-circuit my keyboard. This is why I need the wireless washable keyboard. The SpillSeal®-protected water- and dust-proof keyboard provides an easy solution to the problem of bacterial infection. It is washable, and the sealed structure lets you put it under running water. It is easy to disinfect and holds up to being immersed in antibacterial solutions and rinsed under a tap to reduce spread of germs. This is great for home, too. Last year my husband and I passed strep throat back and forth for four months. We had a laptop, so I could only do minimal disinfecting of the computer. This really would have come in handy.
Priced around $50.
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A new light at the end of the tunnel.
Posted by etipton – September 27, 2007 4:24 PM
My friends re-did their den last month, and she was looking for lamps. I suggested she look at a lighting website. You can get an idea of what is out there, and what you want. I have found nice lamps at lighting galleries, furniture stores, discount stores, department stores, off-price retailers and every where in between. The problem is most of these places do not have a wide variety of lamps. I haven't seen her final selection, but I found this one at website I use for gifts. I wouldn't have thought to look there. Priced less than $100.
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Bitter pill to swallow.
Posted by etipton – September 26, 2007 5:05 PM
Don't let the pain of arthritis or the weakness of a fragile wrist come between you and your medication. Simply place this Medicine Cap Remover by Jokari® on your medicine bottle lid and twist. I have been sick enough that it is hard to get the lid off the medicine before. That is not fun. Priced less than $3.
Also, if the insurance company or your doctor prescribed a half a dose use this pill cutter to cut your pills effortlessly. The 2x magnifier allows you to easily see while you cut. The magnifier ensures that you cut exactly where you want to. The stainless steel blade easily slices through the pills without leaving a mess. The cover will trap the two halves, preventing them from flying away. This pill cutter can cut pills of all sizes and shapes. Priced less than $10.
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Little gadgets.
Posted by etipton – September 25, 2007 1:13 PM
They say it is the little things that make life worth living. I know the little things in the gadget world can make a huge difference. Take this sponge holder. I first saw one at my aunt and uncle's home last Christmas. It is simple in design and very inexpensive. With this holder my sponge is easy to find. No more fumbling around in cold, dirty water. Priced less than $2 for a set of two.
While you are at it, why have a boring sponge when you can have a Wonder Sponge! As seen in Good Housekeeping, Budget Living, Chicago Style, and others, this Wonder Sponge by Casabella® is not your ordinary cleaning sponge. The textured surface scrubs away even the toughest dirt and grime, yet is gentle enough to use on most surfaces. This sponge has been treated with Ultra-Fresh®, an EPA registered antimicrobial and is fully biodegradable. Priced less than $4.
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Bath Time!
Posted by etipton – September 24, 2007 2:59 PM
I love to take a nice bath, but that pesky bath tub drain keeps my water from reaching the desired level. I know, it is a safety feature that keeps me from flooding the house, but who cares? I want a nice hot bath that reaches my shoulders. This deep water bath overflow overrides the drain on your tub allowing for a deeper bath in any tub. The cover attaches with 12 suction cups, and gives you about three more inches of bath water. Priced around $7. 
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Band it!
Posted by etipton – September 20, 2007 3:44 PM
These high quality elastic bands fit under the upper lip of 20 to 33 gallon trash/leaf cans to keep your bag from slipping. Liners stay in place, and don't sink down in their containers. While I am thinking leaves you can also use them for securing outside air conditioner covers, keeping storage boxes tights or anything else you need bundled together. Priced under $2. 
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Leaf pile.
Posted by etipton – September 20, 2007 3:37 PM
The hardest part of raking is getting the pile of leaves into the trash bags. Make quick work of the pile with these Garden Grabbers from Orvis. They are handy, over-sized plastic scoops. Tough polypropylene scoops with handles and wrist straps become an extension of your arm, keeping hands away from muck, bugs, and thorns. Just hose off for cleanup. Sold as a set of right- and left-handed scoops. Priced under $30.
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Fall fun.
Posted by etipton – September 18, 2007 12:52 PM
Fall seems to be the time I find more huge, creepy spiders inside my house than any other time of year. Remove them the easy way with this spider catcher. The Spider Catcher allows you to practice catch-and-release spiders, while keeping yourself a comfortable distance away from the creatures. Grasp the handle and press the trigger to open a gentle fan of bristles that surround the spider. The bristles close gently, catching the spider safely. You can then relocate the spider to the wild. No batteries needed and the Spider Catcher works on a variety of insects including wasps, moths, daddy long-legs and butterflies. Priced less than $20.
Here is another version that keeps you a little closer to the buy, but it still works nicely.
Priced under $10.
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Fall coverings.
Posted by etipton – September 18, 2007 12:41 PM
There is nothing more enjoyable then sitting outside on a pretty day. It is so enjoyable that you purchased expensive patio furniture just for such occasions. In the winter, your furniture sets out, forgotten, just waiting for that precious, warm day you come outside. You go outside, and your furniture is too gross to sit on. It is caked with dirt and mildew. While it is warm enough to sit outside, it is not warm enough to drag out the water hose, clean your furniture, and drain the hose just to have it all happen again after the next rain or snow. That is why you need furniture covers. They have covers for every shape of furniture, from chaise loungers to stack chairs. The weatherproof cover is easily washable and protects your chairs from rain, dust, storms, and other kinds of damage. You will thank me in the spring. Priced from $15.
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Rolla Roaster of love.
Posted by etipton – September 15, 2007 9:12 AM
This weekend it felt like fall. There was a cool breeze, and it felt wonderful outside. Our group of friends decided to roast marshmallows with the kids. There were 11 kids under the age of five, so that really makes for an adventure. We hadn’t planned ahead. It was a more spur-of-the-minute idea, so we didn’t have very good sticks available. Everything worked out fine, but I wish I had the Rolla Roaster my mom told me about. It is a telescoping stainless steel fork used to cook hot dogs, marshmallows or anything else you usually cook on a stick. The fork telescopes from 12" long for backyard BBQs to 42" inches long for campfire cooking. The beautifully crafted wooden handle never overheats. The fork is perfect for hot dogs, marshmallows, s’mores, toasted buns and more! The Rolla Roaster now comes in 9 different handle colors. With Christmas just around the corner, order an extra set to give as a gift. I'm betting your recipient doesn't already have this. Two Rolla Roasters included per set. Priced at $12.00 per set of two.
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Spray fires away.
Posted by etipton – September 14, 2007 6:45 PM
The last product I'd like to highlight this week is this neat, inexpensive fire spray. Because fires spread so quickly, you need a solution that's quick and easy. The Tundra Fire Extinguishing Spray is that solution. Just point and spray to stop household fires including those involving paper, fabric, wood, cooking oils, electrical appliances and equipment. With its small size, it's great for use in the kitchen, garage, office, fireplace, camping, grilling, boating, RVs, cars, workshops, any room in the home with candles and other fire dangers. You can have more than one can around the house. Priced less than $20.
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Fire woman, you're to blame.
Posted by etipton – September 13, 2007 2:22 PM
If you have a house fire, one of the hardest things to do is replace all of your important documents. Many times you need to be able to prove who you are, and if everything you own was destroyed that is nearly impossible. A fire safe is an inexpensive way to protect passports, birth certificates, bonds and other valuables from water and fire damage. Most of these safes protect paper up to 1550°F during a fire for 30 minutes and helps keep them safe from water damage. Safes start around $40.
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Stop, drop and roll.
Posted by etipton – September 11, 2007 8:24 PM
No one plans to have a house fire, but by having a safety plan in place you are more prepared if disaster strikes. Growing up, our plan was to meet by the mailbox. It would be horrible to run back into a burning house looking for someone who was already safe outside. Another good aspect of a safety plan is a fire ladder. Our house is on one level, so we are not too high to jump out a window if necessary. If you live in a multi-story house, you need an escape ladder. There are many different styles and options, depending on the height you need. Prices start around $35.
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Sound the alarm.
Posted by etipton – September 11, 2007 11:02 AM
Our smoke detectors have been going off a lot lately. High temperatures can shorten battery life, so I'm not sure if it is the hot weather or my cooking that has been sounding the alarm. Why is it that the batteries in a smoke detector always die around 4 a.m.? Whenever the smoke or carbon monoxide detector sounds, you have to attend to it and make sure nothing is wrong. After the 4 a.m. sound-off, my candle got a little too smoky the other night and set it off again. When I changed the battery I noticed a little spot that had room to write the date. Apparently you are supposed to replace smoke detectors every 10 years. I did not know that.
Smoke detectors are not very expensive, and you should have more than one in your home. There should be, at a minimum, one installed on every floor of your home. It is best to place them near the bedrooms, and if you are a heavy sleeper, maybe even inside each bedroom. It is also helpful to have a smoke detector in the kitchen, laundry room, garage and in stairwells. These are places that have increased fire risk. If you cannot afford a smoke detector, most fire stations have some for free or at a reduced cost. So whether you need additional detectors, or it is time to replace yours, basic smoke detectors start around $5.
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Safe sounds.
Posted by etipton – September 10, 2007 10:41 AM
They have recently discovered that kids don't respond as well to traditional smoke detectors. You may have noticed this if your child uses a beeping alarm clock. This Vocal Smoke Alarm uses three different alarms to awaken your child, and since you can record the audio message in your voice, your child will hear his name spoken in a recognizable tone. The Vocal Smoke Alarm includes an alarm tone, a vocal message, and a bright light ring that illuminates during drills. In case of an alarm, your child is three times more likely to respond. Priced less than $40.
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Something to cheer about.
Posted by etipton – September 7, 2007 10:57 AM
Have the most spirited dessert with this cute stadium-shaped cake pan. It is perfect for your kid's high school team, your alma mater or Sunday NFL tailgate party. Simply decorate your favorite bundt cake with the team colors and server. If you don't want to get that complicated, just tint a glaze icing and it is ready to serve. Priced around $35.
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Unnecessary Roughness
Posted by etipton – September 5, 2007 8:05 PM
Avoid the unnecessary roughness of dragging out a bunch of chairs (or standing all day) with this instant bench. The bench features a heavy-duty steel frame, and it holds up to 250 lbs. per seat. When folded up, the bench is compact, lightweight and portable. The included carry-bag has adjustable shoulder strap and reinforced bottom. The bench offers a quick, easy set-up with no assembly required. I always love to hear of an item that has an easy set-up. That usually means I can get set up sometime before kick-off. The bench with seating for six is priced around $100, while the three-seater is priced around $65.
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Forward pass.
Posted by etipton – September 5, 2007 4:05 PM
Food is the best part of tailgating, and nothing beats the taste of grilled food. We have eaten grilled pork, chicken, burgers, hot dogs and seafood depending on who we are playing. Most have been grilled on a small hibachi grill, or come from a store ready to eat. Do not pass on this grill. It is even shaped like a football, so your friends will get a real kick out of it. The unique design makes this BBQ grill easy to transport while at the same time minimizing spilling any ash. Charcoal not included. Priced less than $70.
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Go team!
Posted by etipton – September 4, 2007 11:14 AM
I live in the South, where tailgating is a required part of the football game. Fans really put out a spread before and after the game. A 3:00 kickoff requires leaving your house by 8:00 in the morning to get set up for lunch. While looking for good tailgating equipment, I found this college team stainless BBQ branding iron. This one does not attach to the grill. You just heat it up in the flame and then brand the meat. This brand is especially neat because you can use it in the kitchen on the stove to brand things like tortillas. I have one that screws on to the grilling surface, and you have to put each piece of meat on the brand. I do not use it because it is so inconvenient. Priced around 35. 
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