Reviews by Friends of houdiniphile

PrincessAM says "Dreaming is believing" about Unknown DREAMER BELIEVER

PrincessAM — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:51:14 GMT

Common, the Chicago artist is back with his first release since 2008. This album has a coffee bold fluidity and is an escape from the usual... today's so-called 'hip-hop' artists who are doing it for the money and not the love of the genre. The album begins with the song "The Believer" which features cool rhymes and an original poem by Maya Angeleou, later the third track "Blue Sky" has a feeling of 'living in the moment' and similarly the later track "Cloth" is also a chills-giver, the album ends with "Pops Belief" in which Comm's father speaks over a catchy piano(?) rhythmn - an excellent end to an excellent album.

I rate this a 10/10.

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londonteatime says "Cute, comfortable shirt!" about Bongo Junior Girl's Poncho T-Shirt

londonteatime — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:29:44 GMT

I love these Bongo tops! They are soooo comfortable and easy to wear and they look great on! I love the sportiness of this particular shirt. You can wear it with shorts, sweats, yoga pants, jeans, just about anything!

This has become my go-to top for layering! Here in Texas, our days can go from chilly to warm fairly quickly. So, I've been wearing this top with a tank or t-shirt underneath. The poncho shirt can be added or taken off easily, depending on the weather. It's awesome!

These shirts wash and dry well, too. I haven't had a problem with shrinking or fading. They're very easy-care and seem like good quality that will last! The only reason I didn't give it five stars is that the style might become out-dated. won't stop me from wearing mine, lol, but some people might discard the style in time.

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LoisRobinson says "Hamilton Beach Mixer w/snap on case is so convenient" about Hamilton Beach Hamilton Beach Hand Mixer with Snap-On Case

LoisRobinson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:55:00 GMT

I have been looking for a new mixer to replace my 20 year old one with the bent beaters and the electrical tape around the cord. Well, I not only found a quality mixer but it is in my favorite color and it has a snap on compartment to hold the beaters so that I never lose them. It also has a slow start speed so that I don't get splatters everywhere when I first start mixing. The best part of all is that it was on sale at $5.00 off the regular price.

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tilleycs says "Best-selling Lego Game So Far" about PS3,Lego Batman (Releases 9/23/08)

tilleycs — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:12:34 GMT

I have played most of the Lego video games, and they are a lot of fun. My wife, who has never played video games in her life, has had a blast playing Lego video games with me. I have also been a life-long superhero fan, so the Lego Batman video game has two of my life's biggest passions in one (I know - sad, right? But everyone's a geek for something...).

There are so many positives to the Lego video games, and to this one in particular - the controls are easy to learn and use, there are plenty of "hidden" things to find and discover, there is a lot of "money" (the Lego version, of course) to accumulate and use to buy characters and vehicles after you unlock them, there are lots of characters that most people will recognize from the Batman mythos (Batgirl, Robin, Catwoman, The Penguin, The Joker, The Riddler, etc.).

There is a HIGH replay value, as there are things that you cannot do/finish playing all the levels in the regular "story" mode. Once you have completed a level in the...

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londonteatime says "Comfy, warm pajamas" about Joe Boxer Women's Flannel Pajamas

londonteatime — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:48:21 GMT

I love Joe Boxer flannel pajamas. They are very soft brushed flannel, which makes them very comfortable to wear. The weight of the pajamas is perfect -- they are neither too heavy nor too thin. This makes them suitable for most winter nights, unless you live in a really cold climate.

The pajamas come in a great selection of colors and prints! I have two pair -- gray flannel and also an animal print design. You can find just about any color and print to match your style, and the cheery prints make the pajamas look more feminine. The fabric and prints hold up well in the washer and dryer. With just a little bit of care taken, they won't fade or shrink much.

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madgolfer says "Stellar display" about GE Color Effects 26 LED Ice Crystal Icicle Color Changing Christmas Light Show Set

madgolfer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:24:03 GMT

GE color changing icicle lights are bright and attractive with fourteen chasing/blinking/solid patterns to choose from the wireless remote control. The remote also turns the lights on or off so no timer to set. Best price is after Christmas. 21' long, 26 lights, 7 colors each.

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cincybeth says "Eucerin hand creme moisturizes hands and keeps them soft." about Eucerin Hand Creme, Plus Intensive Repair, 2.7 oz (78 g)

cincybeth — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:15:11 GMT

I've been using the body lotion from this line and it works very well so I thought I would try the hand creme too. The cream absorbs fast and is also fragrance free so it won't interfere with other scents you might be wearing. It contains alpha hydroxy which exfoliates the dry skin away and lets the moisturizers soften your skin. One thing to remember about alpha hydroxy is that since it exfoliates your skin, it may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun. As long as you remember to use sunscreen while using this product, you will be better protected.

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laurelS says "Classic look is fun" about Timex Classic Digital

laurelS — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:13:56 GMT

Keeps time well and looks cool. Like the classic look!

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ALPOE says "Very Good Machine" about Hoover SteamVacuum Dual Vacuum Cleaner Widepath Carpet Cleaner (F7412900)

ALPOE — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:10:00 GMT

OMG a machine that really does what it says, Quick setup and easy to use, cleans it all short and high carpet areas and lifts out stains too. I;ll be using this a few times per year and save all that rental unit money because this works just as good. A great price with Sears warranty was what sold me and the demo at the store was right on the spot which he removed while I watched,, demo's just don;t any better, now get on down to Sears for your demo and you;ll be sold just like me. The Hoover name has always had very good products and have honored the warranties over the years. I own several Hoover products and will not consider another brand at this stage in my life.

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ALPOE says "WOW THE POWER IS OVER DOUBLE ON MY OLD CP" about Craftsman Professional 1/2-in. Professional Composite Impact Wrench

ALPOE — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:09:59 GMT

After readin all the reviews I was sold and now having this unit is the very best I;ve ever owned. My old CP was worn out after 20 plus years and this impact makes me proud to be a life long Sears Craftsman user. The price is right and the warranty for me was a true sell.

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here2help says "Great Tablet, won't break the bank like the IPad!!!" about ePad Zenithink 10 inch Droid Tablet PC - Best Selling 10 inch tablet!

here2help — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:49:36 GMT

Purchased the Zenithink ZT 102 (Z280) in January and I love it!!! Great tablet for under $250! Has the same sturdy construction feel and design of an Ipad and looks very sleek and does not feel or look cheap at all! The unti will come loaded with Android 2.3. Has built in Flash and full web browser support so you can look at the full webpage and not watered down mobile webpages of retailers and watch videos from youtube or from other websites like foxnews etc... It has built in GPS so you can use Google maps and navigation, FULL Android market, built in Wi-FI and 3G support (requires separate 3G dongle you can purchase online) so it can be used with 3g speeds. The unit has the new Cortex A9 1 GHZ processor, which is one newer step up processor than the Ipad, which is the older Cortex A8 so the unit is really fast and responsive. The only downside is it has the older resistive touch screen compared to the new capacitive touch screen, but not a big deal once you get used to it or if your...

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cincybeth says "The Keebler peanut butter and toast crackers are delicious!!!" about Keebler Sandwich Crackers, Toast & Peanut Butter, 8 - 1.38 oz packages [11.04 oz (312 g)]

cincybeth — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:24:37 GMT

These crackers have been a favorite of mine for many years. The creamy peanut butter tastes great but it's the toasted crackers that make this snack more special. They are crunchier than other crackers. These packages come with six sandwich crackers to each pack and there are eight packs to a box. They are very convenient to carry individually in a purse, backpack, or briefcase or the box can be left in a desktop drawer at work for snacking during breaks. The added bonus to these snacks is that the protein keeps me feel fuller longer so I won't be tempted by other fried snacks.

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cincybeth says "The GoFit exercise ball is a great way to stretch and tone." about GoFit 55cm Exercise Ball With Pump

cincybeth — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:15:55 GMT

I've been looking for a new exercise routine and decided to give this product a try. Its appeal to me was that it seemed interesting and I could also use this while watching the television. It was very easy to remove the ball plug and use the pump to inflate the ball and after waiting the recommended 24 hours, I was finally able to exercise. Since the ball is an unstable surface, it allows the user to work the smaller, stabilizing muscles that help with balance and alignment. I've only used this a few times and I can really feel that I've worked out. There are some exercises they recommend for specific areas you want help with like triceps, thighs, and hamstrings. They also give more advice on other products and how to use them at gofit.net

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Mark40511 says "Wait 2 years before writing a review on this!" about Kenmore Progressive Canister Vacuum Cleaner, Red

Mark40511 — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:25:08 GMT

First of all, this is a GREAT vacuum with great suction and is very user friendly. But here's the problem: They will NOT hold up (EVEN if taken care of). The connections will eventually "short out" either in the handle or the quick release from power nozzle to wand. And this is EVEN if you turn the power OFF to the power nozzle before using the quick release! (which you should always do FYI) If you leave the power nozzle ON & pull out the wand that will shorten the connections life even more quickly! Don't do that! You might get lucky & it will last a couple of more years. I haven't been and I take very good care of my items. People write great reviews when they get it home and test it and think how AWESOME it is, but of COURSE it's going to be awesome at first. Just wait until you use it a while & then watch things start to slowly go wrong. If ONLY they would make a vacuum like this that would LAST.......Only a high end vacuum will & at this price, it's getting almost to high end, but...

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jsdva1 says "LYS Women's Plus Sharkbit Hem Sequin Tank is So Awesome" about Love Your Style, Love Your Size Women's Plus Sharkbite Hem Sequin Tank

jsdva1 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:31:49 GMT

What a great tank!! It's not the usual tank either, which is what makes it so great! The sharkbite hem gives it such a flattering, sexy look, while the sequins bring it up a notch from just plain casual tanks. The sizing is great, colors are fabulous, and it feels so good on. I definitely and highly recommend this LYS tank! And, hey Kmart, keep up the great work in giving us this brand!! Let's see a lot more!!

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jsdva1 says "LYS Women's Plus Scoopneck Top" about Love Your Style, Love Your Size Women's Plus-Size Scoopneck Top

jsdva1 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:31:48 GMT

I ordered this online, and just got this delivered today. I tried it on immediately, and absolutely loved the shirt on from the front view. It was true to size too. Then, I turned around to get a look at how it looks on the backside. Well...they did say it was open weave, but it is more like completely see through. Don't know why they would do this, especially for a plus size top, but then again, I can't see it for any size top. Anyhow, I gave it four stars because I love, love, love the front, but I couldn't go the five stars because of the back. It would have been a perfectly beautiful shirt if they'd made the back the same material as the front.

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PrincessAM says "hip hop hit of the 'Ilmatic'" about Illmatic 10 Years AnniversaryPlatinum Series (CD NEW)

PrincessAM — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:58:08 GMT

Yo, this album is amazing. Recorded in 1992 to 1993 and released in 1994 (this 2-CD anniversary edition is from 2004 though), so it represents this young MC's debut that was not only a debut but a breakthrough, one of the best rap CD's of all the rap CDs I own. And in this 10th anniversary edition it includes a second disk with remixes. The best songs from disc 1 are in my opinion "Life's a *****", "The World is Yours", "Memory Lane (Sittin' in da Park)", and most very definately I must include "It Ain't Hard to Tell" which is an excellent track. On disk 2 there's a clean remix of "One Love" which in is very good and catchy in a pop-like way. If you like conscious alternative hip-hop then I would recommend this, although it probably might not appeal to people who don't usually listen to / or who usually have deep dislike for rap, that much. And also, the songs are less-filler and shorter, but also includes Nas' amazing rhyming capabilities to make for the folks who like 7:00 minute songs...

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cincybeth says "These handkerchiefs look very nice and are at a great price." about Dockers Cotton Handkerchiefs

cincybeth — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:46:17 GMT

There are some products that are hard to find in the stores these days and even more difficult, was my search for plain, white handkerchiefs. My father was having trouble finding these in the stores so I searched the Sear's site and fortunately, found them right away. The Dockers' brand was much larger than the handkerchiefs my father was currently using and he felt they were softer than others he had used in the past. In addition to being relieved that he didn't have to look for them anymore, he was very satisfied with my choice.

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laurelS says "Great for new parents with baby beginning to sit up" about Bumbo Baby Seat, Aqua

laurelS — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:51:09 GMT

Helpful for feeding!

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rstinnett says "Quiet, Powerful, Techy and Awesome!" about Craftsman AssureLink Internet Connected DC Belt Drive Garage Door Opener with DieHard Battery Backup

rstinnett — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:19:55 GMT

After almost 15 years our garage door was due for replacement -- we decided that if we were going to do the door we were going to get a whole new system. Our old system was chain driver and noisy. Not to mention that when it closed the door it almost "slammed" it down. Wanting something quieter (since the garage sits under a bedroom) we decided to evaluate belt driven units and came across this unit from Sears. We gave it a shot and couldn't be more happier!

First, let me say that when I mean quiet I'm talking about Q...U...I...E...T. Compared to our old opener this is like night and day. It has a very smooth operation that will gently open and lower the door. I like the fact that as the door is nearing the end of its travel that it slows down automatically so you don't have this "slamming" effect. No doubt this is saving a tremendous amount of wear and tear on the garage door.

The battery backup is also very handy for those times when the power goes out (especially during storms)....

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