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Dremel Multi-Max Review
Since we are getting ready to get our house in order to put on the market my honey-do list has gotten even larger. There has been one thing that has needed to be done for years but I am not the most knowledgeable person when it comes to home repairs. I have needed to replace a broken door in the house but really didn’t know what all went in to even getting ready to hang the door. I could not for the life of me figure out how to chisel out the notches where the door latches rest. Thanks to the people over at Dremel that actually came to the rescue and made me look quite competent to my family with the Dremel Cordless Multi-Max.
The cordless Dremel Multi-Max oscillating tool allows users to tackle a variety of repair, remodel, and restoration projects wherever you need them to be done. No cords attached on this bad boy. Its high-performance motor combined with a 12VMAX Lithium-Ion battery offers users the same high performance level of a corded oscillating tool, allowing users to grind, sand, scrape, cut and remove grout with all Dremel oscillating accessories and attachments. The tool also boasts sleek ergonomics, a handy Quick Fit accessory change system and an attractive price tag (SRP: $149.99).
About Dremel
Since inventing the high-speed rotary tool more than 75 years ago, Dremel has become the trusted name in high-speed rotary tool technology, providing creative solutions for hands-on professionals, homeowners, craftspeople and artists alike. The Dremel brand’s leadership in design and manufacturing has made it the top selling rotary tool in the world, a reflection of the company’s commitment to innovation and quality.
Today, as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation in Mount Prospect, Ill., Dremel continues to build upon this legacy with a full line of high-performance rotary tools and rotary tool attachments and accessories, specialty tools and an oscillating tool and oscillating accessories, delivering the perfect solution for almost any job. Regardless of what the task may be, users quickly realize they can depend on the Dremel brand to provide the satisfaction of a job well done. For information on Dremel products, project ideas and problem-solving tips, visit us at www.dremel.com or call Dremel at 1-800-437-3635.
General Applications
- Cut
- Saw
- Scrape
- Separate
- Sand
- Grind
- Notch
- Flush cut
- Smooth
- Remove grout
- The cordless Multi-Max’s high-performance motor and 12VMAX Lithium-Ion battery provide the same high performance level of the corded Multi-Max at all speeds
- A separate on/off switch and speed control retain speed settings for ease of use and the perfect speed every time
- With a variable speed range from 3,000 – 21,000 oscillations per minute (OPM), the cordless Dremel Multi-Max offers added detail, precision and optimal performance in a variety of materials and do-it-yourself applications
- The cordless Dremel Multi-Max offers a soft-start feature that minimizes abrupt starts and provides a feeling of control as the tool ramps up to the desired speed, as well as an electric break that stops the tool’s oscillation immediately when it is turned off
More Info
Also here is a link to money saving winter projects using the Multi-Max:
http://dremelnewsroom.com/epks/Trio_Multi-Max/index.html.
You can find more project ideas by visiting:
http://www.dremel.com/en-us/projectsandcommunity/projects/Pages/default.
Ryan’s Rating: 8 out of 10!!
Pros: Great workmanship, ergonomic and great feeling in the hand, and very powerful.
Cons: A little tough to figure what all it can do right out of the box without really reading a lot about it.
Giveaway
One (1) winer will win a Dremel Multi-Max tool!
How to Enter
Tell me a project that needs to be done at your house.
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This giveaway will end on February 28th at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
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Where’s Walrus Giveaway
I got this new book the other day called Where’s Walrus and was immediately confused why there weren’t any words in it. Really. I was seriously puzzled. I guess in a picture book you don’t really need words though. The kiddos loved this book and they loved it because we could create a different story just about every time we read it. We could tell the story from the Walrus’s point of view, the zoo keeper’s point of view, or even all of the people that get involved with the Walrus and pretend to see it from their point of view.
About the book
Bored with life at the zoo, an adventurous walrus escapes to the outside world. With the zookeeper in hot pursuit, Walrus cleverly tries on all sorts of hats to disguise himself. Will a yellow hardhat point to a new life as a construction worker? Or will a red swimming cap reveal his true talents? Follow the happy-go-lucky runaway as he hides amongst firefighters, businessmen, and even high-stepping dancers in this delightful wordless picture book.
About the author
Stephen Savage is the illustrator of the acclaimed New York Times bestselling picture book Polar Bear Night. His editorial illustrations have appeared in dozens of major newspapers and magazines including the New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic Monthly, The New Republic and The Wall Street Journal. When Stephen is not on the run, he lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife and daughter.
Giveaway
Three (3) winners will receive a copy of Where’s Walrus!
How to Enter
Tell me your favorite animal at the zoo.
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This giveaway will end on February 21st at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
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The Logitech Alert
A handful of weeks ago my wife was at home and needed to call the dog inside who had been taking care of his business. She walked outside and noticed that an unfamiliar truck was in our neighbor’s driveway across the street. There was a person at their house that should have not been there taking things from their garage. She immediately ran back inside and watched a bit longer wondering if she should call the police or if this was a person who was a friend that had permission. Needless to say our other neighbor (who happens to be a good watchdog) busted up in the driveway and confronted the thief. The chase ensued and the cops caught up with them both and the crook was caught and justice served.
The thing that bothered us the most about this is “what if that was my garage?” or “what if our garage was a stepping stone to the inside of the house?” Other questions arose like what if our neighbors weren’t paying attention and someone came and robbed our house blind and no one ever got the chance to stop them? Our concerns were totally bothering me but I just did not know what to do about the situation. We did not want to install a huge security system that required off-site monitoring, false alarms, and not to mention a huge price tag.
Fortunately for me Logitech contacted me a couple of days after the incident and filled me in on the Logitech Alert system. The Logitech Alert is a complete home video security system that you can set up yourself. It comes with software that provides motion alerts and a live view from an internet-connected computer, your smartphone or Google TV systems. Plus, you can set it to send instant emails or texts when your camera detects motion. There are two camera types for different environments that you may need to keep an eye on.
The weatherproof outdoor security camera is equipped with night vision, so you can stay alert around the clock. And with high-quality, wide-angle HD picture, you can make out details such as faces and license plates. The indoor camera is also equipped with HD picture. It’s easily placed on any flat surface with the included stand, or pointed out a window with the suction cup. Now, you probably are wondering what sort of thing controls all of this. Each Logitech Alert Master System comes with Logitech Alert Commander, a powerful desktop application for your PC that lets you configure your video security system, watch live video, store video on your PC and review recorded video.
In addition to all that, Commander provides all sorts of sweet features—a few even the people who charge you an arm and a leg don’t have. Here’s what else you can do:
- Control and configure your video security system
- Manage up to six cameras
- View live and recorded video in HD resolution
- Set up motion zones for individual cameras
- Create and manage e-mail and mobile phone motion alerts
- Perform Digital Pan, Tilt and zoom
- Back up video stored on your cameras to your PC
- Manage account and security settings
- Receive desktop notification of important events
Here is a shot from the living room camera. As you can see, this camera covers all of our living room and the kitchen. It also covers all three doors that lead in and out of my house. If someone was to enter in through any of these areas while we were away for the day or during a vacation the Logitech alert would notify me immediately of movement in the form of an email. I do also like this because when I get homesick during a long day at work it is really nice to pull up the app on my iPhone and check out what the kiddos are doing.
Ryan’s Rating: 9 out of 10!!
Pros: Perfect piece of mind while away from your home.
Cons: You have to use several outlets and there are some wires showing
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Honeywell MyChime Wireless Doorbell
Have you ever got home to see one of those little tags on your front door saying that the delivery people missed you and that they needed a signature for the package that the were bringing for you? Funny thing is that it has happened to me and I had been there the entire time homedude was slamming his knuckles against the door! I didn’t have a doorbell installed to chime loudly and let me know some goodies has arrived for me so I had to either wait till after the weekend to see if I would actually get to hear them the next time or have to drive down to the place and pick it up.
Now, we hear loud and clear when someone arrives at our house. The MyChime by Honeywell allows you to customize your doorbell ringers, and also comes equipped with holiday tones and 24 other custom sounds. The wireless feature allows for very easy installation. The unit can be mounted on the wall, but is also portable.
- 7 Built-in chime tunes on door chime, plus ability add your own
- Holiday soundcard included in package with 4 pre-recorded holiday themed chime tunes
- Converts .MIDI, .WAV, and .MP3 sound files to chimes tunes (software to convert sound files sold separately). Supports Windows 2000 or XP
- Wireless for easy installation
- CD-quality sounds with 4 volume levels
- Portable or wall mounted
- Additional pre-recorded soundcards available (sold separately)
- Halloween sounds
- Christmas sounds
- Sports sounds
If you and your family need to hear when someone is at your door about to bother you then the Honeywell MYChime is for you!
The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely that of the blog owners. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. I have been given a product free of charge, but that does not impact my views or opinions.
Gnomeo & Juliet Giveaway
So, the wife got to go to LA to attend the red carpet opening of this movie and I must say I was a little jealous. I think that this movie is going to hilar-i-ous. I’ve checked out the trailer and I heard a ton of familiar voices in it and I am looking forward to see how they take the story that runs so parallel to Romeo and Juliet. I hope you guys check out the trailer and go see it when it comes out on February 11th and make it a classic that your family will come to gnome and love!
The greatest love story ever told, starring…garden gnomes? In the upcoming “Gnomeo & Juliet,” Shakespeare’s revered tale gets a comical, off-the-wall makeover. Directed by Kelly Asbury (“Shrek 2”) and showcasing both classic and original songs by Elton John, the film features the voices of James McAvoy and Emily Blunt as Gnomeo and Juliet, who have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. But with plastic pink flamingos and thrilling lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find lasting happiness?
Like I said from above, the amount of voice talent that this film has is pretty gnarly! Actors like James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Michael Caine, Maggie Smith, Jason Statham, Patrick Stewart, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Matt Lucas, Jim Cummings, Julie Walters, Richard Wilson, Ozzy Osbourne, Dolly Parton, Hulk Hogan have all provided a little bit of their vocal skills to make one phe-gnome-inal movie!
Giveaway
Two winners will receive A Gnomeo & Juliet prize pack that contains a youth-sized t-shirt, beanie and mini-notebook!
How to Enter
Tell me who you look forward to hearing from in the voice cast the most.
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This giveaway will end on January 11th at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
Prilosec OTC Giveaway
Sometimes I eat some food that I love but my complex system of food devouring does not agree with my choices. Prilosec OTC swoops in and comes to the rescue with there anti heartburn super powers. Also, a super deal is going on now when you buy two 42-count Prilosec OTC products in a single transaction you can get a $25 gift card! Details are here and you can print out a form for this awesome offer.
Giveaway
One winner will receive a Prilosec OTC gift pack, complete with a $100 AMEX giftcard for you to splurge on your favorite foods without the fear of heartburn!
How to Enter
Tell me your favorite guilty-pleasure food. Mine is a Triple Meat Whataburger with extra mustard and 4 pieces of cheese.
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This giveaway will end on January 29th at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
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Tassimo T20 Brewbot Review
So, it’s been about a month since I first received my Brewbot. I got a Tassimo T20 in the mail and hooked it up and so far it has been really neat-o getting aqainted with this little guy. The T20 makes seven different styles of coffeehouse drinks, including lattes, cappuccinos, cafe crema, espresso, hot chocolate, tea and coffee! I am a huge coffee fan, Crystal is a big coffee fan but enjoys her tea’s, and the kids love hot chocolate. Everyone in the house is well taken care of now and we don’t have to have the microwave going, the coffee pot on, or the kettle boiling on the stove to get what we each want.
- Makes coffee, tea, cappuccino, latte, crema, espresso and hot cocoa.
- Makes drinks in about 1 minute.
- Includes an exclusive flow–through water heater for faster, quieter brewing.
- Space saving design ideal for apartments, dorm rooms and countertops.
- Smart bar code technology allows the brewer to adjust each beverage with the proper temperature pressure and amount of water.
After trying several different varieties of beverages I think it is a tie between the Gevalia Espresso and the Starbucks Breakfast Blend coffee for me. Crystal fell in love with the Gevalia Signature Blend Coffee and sometimes I come home and she is right in the middle of her spirits being lifted by this blend. I think next we are going to try some of the Milka brand Hot Chocolate to stay warm while catching a movie on the couch.
Ryan’s Rating: 7 out of 10!!
Pros: Makes all kind of beverages in your own home.
Cons: Makes quite a mess on the counter with all of the splatter.
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A Change of Plans Giveaway
The weather is cold here and we are all tired and worn out from the holidays. Sometimes we just want to all bundle up and climb up on the couch and take in a movie. P&G and Walmart recently sent us a movie preview kit for the upcoming film “A Change of Plans”, which airs on FOX on January 8 at 8/7c. I received a selection of treats to chomp on during the movie including candy, popcorn, and a blanket to snuggle under!
About
Up to this point, Sally Danville’s life has played out just as she hoped it would. A beautiful and free-spirited musician, she and her fighter-pilot husband, Jason, live life on the go, free of domestic responsibilities. But with a single phone call from Child & Family Services case worker, Dorothy (Phylicia Rashad, The Cosby Show), she learns that things don’t always go according to plan. Sally (Brooke White, American Idol) is met with the news that her best friend from college has died in a tragic accident on a Peace Corps mission and has named Sally the legal guardian of her four kids – 3 of them adopted from third-world countries. Now Sally and Jason (Joe Flanigan, Stargate Atlantis) must quickly learn to parent this instant family and help the kids deal with the culture clash of life in America. The story is both humorous and heartwarming, revealing how fulfilling life can be when you look beyond your own plans and invest in the lives of others.
Giveaway
One winner will receive a fleece blanket and all the P&G/Walmart family movies to date. (3) Movies!
- “Secrets of The Mountain”
- “Jenson Project”
- “A Walk in My Shoes”
How to Enter
Tell me your favorite feel good movie.
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This giveaway will end on January 16th at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely that of the blog owners. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. I have been given a product free of charge, but that does not impact my views or opinions.
Epic Mickey Review and Giveaway
I’m sorry to say that my interest in the Wii has been waining for a while now. I just haven’t been excited about most of the games that have been coming out lately. There was one game that did catch my eye and got me excited when I heard about it’s upcoming release. That game was rumored to feature someone that I wouldn’t normally play a game with him in it. Don’t get me wrong, I like the guy, but I usually play games that are more…not in his realm. I was a bit more closer to him growing up but as I started getting older he and I started to grow apart. We recently crossed paths again and started to catch up. I told him about me and my family and he told me all about his wonderful world of Disney. His name is Mickey Mouse.
About the Game
Disney Epic Mickey is an action-adventure platforming game for the Wii console that sends Mickey Mouse on an epic journey of creativity and discovery. As Mickey, the player is propelled into Wasteland, an alternate world made up of Disney’s long forgotten characters and attractions, and is given the power to wield paint and paint thinner to dynamically change the world while determining Mickey’s path to becoming an epic hero.
Through the use of this unique paint and paint thinner, the key components of animation and Mickey’s tools for impacting his world, players will have the ability to shape how the story unfolds as they discover the concept of “Playstyle Matters” – an innovative style of gameplay created by Disney Interactive Studios’ Junction Point, led by industry luminary Warren Spector, where players creatively tackle different challenges in the world to explore all the possibilities and storylines – but with consequences for their chosen actions.
I popped this game into the Wii, and between the kids and I, the excitement was huge. The game starts off and immediately gets right into a new and captivating story. This time around it seems that this Mickey is not the Mickey from Mickey’s Clubhouse or Mickey’s House of Mouse but a a more mischievous Mickey Mouse. This Mickey is one who gets into a messes constantly it seems. The controls of the game are very fluid and they were easy enough for the kids to navigate Mickey into many areas of magic.
- Use paint and paint thinner to change the world, interact with friends and enemies and solve challenges.
- Choose the best path to become an epic hero because play style really matters and your choices will change the outcome of the game.
- Explore and solve challenges in an alternate Disney world ruled by Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Walt Disney’s first cartoon star.
- Travel between lands in Wasteland through classic platforming levels inspired by animated films and shorts.
- Experience an innovative mix of platforming, action-adventure and light role playing game elements.
Ryan’s Rating: 9 out of 10!!
Pros: This game is brilliant! Great story and looks outstanding on the Wii.
Cons: Leaves me wanting more Oswald the Rabbit.
Where to buy
You can grab your copy of Disney Epic Mickey
Epic Mickey on Facebook
Check out Epic Mickey on Facebook and become a fan here.
Giveaway
One winner will receive
- A copy of Epic Mickey signed by the creator Warren Spector.
How to Enter
Tell me your favorite character in a Disney film.
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This giveaway will end on January 11th at 10:00 PM Central time. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Giveaway is open to US entries. The winner must contact me in 24 hours to claim their prize. Good luck to everyone!
The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely that of the blog owners. Any product claim, statistic, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. I have been given a product free of charge, but that does not impact my views or opinions.
Madeline’s Christmas & Other Wintery Tales
By the middle of the month of December the kiddos have pretty much seen every Holiday movie out there. Some are the same ol’ ones and some are just way too over played. Luckily this year we stumbled across Madeline’s Christmas & Other Wintery Tales. Inspired by the beloved classic books that introduced us to a dozen delightful girls who live in an old house in Paris covered with vines, Madeline’s Christmas & Other Wintery Tales is full of spirited seasonal fun.
Snow! Santa! And holidays galore! From Ludwig Bemelmans best-selling childrens books comes little Madeline and her wintery adventures with her dog Genevieve, her loyal friends from Miss Clavels class and next-door neighbor Pepito!
Five Brilliantly Fun Adventures, Including:
- Madelines Winter Vacation
- Madeline And Santa
- Madeline At The North Pole
- Madelines Holiday With Mr. Grump
- Madeline And The Ice Skates
Ryan’s Rating: 7 out of 10!!
Pros: This movie kept my kids quiet and intrigued for 2 1/2 hours!
Cons: You talk with a french accent afterwards for 2 1/2 hours.
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