Saturday, April 30, 2016

My last pair of grilling gloves was good up too 500 degrees and were bulky. It was hard to do anything but grip a spatula. The Heat Hunter gloves are amazing! They are good to over 900 degrees. This allows me to do everything I want to do at the grill without pulling my hand away because it heats up. They also are a more natural fit. You can cut or perform finer motor skills more easily than the gloves you see in the As Seen on TV aisle.
These are my new go to gloves!

I received a discount on this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. I rely on reviews for just about everything I purchase. I tend to ignore the ones that just rave about a product without giving clear reasons. I pay close attention to critical reviews. Unhappy customers tend to a greater motivation to leave a review than happy customers. While they may be writing out of frustration because they had a bad experience, they will often point out valid concerns the positive reviewers will glaze over or ignore. With any review, I encourage you to read between the lines. If the review is generic and could be written for any product then ignore it. I find reviews valuable, so I strive to leave valuable reviews.http://www.amazon.com/Gardening-Heat-Hunter-Resistant-Protectant/dp/B01CZ399DS

Thursday, April 28, 2016


During warmer weather we do a lot of outdoor cooking, and these BBQsafe Heat Resistant Silicone Gloves for Grilling BBQ Oven Cooking Baking Smoking & Potholder Mitts - Non-Slip - Easy Cleaning - Food Grade arrived just in time. These silicone barbecue gloves work great to keep my hands shielded from the heat of the barbecue grill so I won't be burning myself while wearing these. The bright orange color makes them easy to spot if I accidentally set them down somewhere. I can't tell you how many times I have misplaced my oven mitts while barbecuing, only to find them setting right in plain site later on, but since these are so easy to spot, this will not be a problem anymore. They are heat resistant up to 425 degrees, so I won't need to worry about them melting or not performing http://amzn.to/1LPC5yCtheir duties. They are a bit large for smaller hands, but still easy enough to maneuver and I can grip things quite easily. I actually like that they are a bit bigger because this way when my son needs to take over the grilling, he can easily use the same pair of cooking gloves even though his hands are much larger than mine. I love how easily these clean up too. They can be wiped down with a damp cloth if you happen to get food on them while cooking, and when you are finished, you can easily wash them in warm soapy water, or even toss them in the dishwasher. They are completely waterproof, so you don't have to worry about getting them wet. As a bonus, I like that this silicone material makes gripping so easy that they also work well to open stubborn jars. I was happy to discover this during our last cookout when I couldn't get the pickles opened, but these gloves easily got the job done. Although I was offered this product at a discount or received a complimentary sample in exchange for my fair and honest review, all thoughts and opinions on the products I review are always my own and have not been influenced by any discounts or samples which may have been provided to me for testing purposes. Questions and comments are welcomed.
#bbqsafe     http://amzn.to/1LPC5yC

Friday, April 22, 2016

WHAT'S INCLUDED:
When you order this mug, you are getting 1 100% copper Moscow Mule mug.

WHAT IS A MOSCOW MULE?
It's a cocktail made from vodka, ginger beer, lime juice and a wedge of lime. It became popular in the 1950's.

IS IT SAFE TO DRINK OTHER DRINKS USING THIS MUG?
It depends...Copper is safe to drink from in general (and cook with). However, users should use caution when using copper with heated drinks that are acidic (i.e. coffee, lemons, limes, tomatoes, etc.). Both heat and acidity dissolve copper causing it to potentially leak into your drink.

CARE FOR YOUR MUG
With proper care and storage, your mug will last for years. Improper care can cause your copper mugs to develop a patina and prematurely wear your copper mugs. Please do not put these mugs in the dishwasher under any circumstances! These should be hand washed only!

WHO IS THIS PRODUCT DESIGNED FOR?
+ Fans of the Moscow Mule or other cocktails to give it that extra special taste
+ If you want keep their drinks cold and and also transfer that cold temperature to the mug/handle
+ If you want to put it in the freezer with a drink to get it colder quicker
+ If you like getting that frost on the mug when drinking a cold drink
+ Those that like the design or look of the mug
+ If you are handy (or at least have a steady hand), you could likely etch the mug to personalize it

WHO DOES THIS PRODUCT NOT SUIT?
- If you plan to use this to drink coffee or a hot acidic drink of some sort, I suggest you find another safer mug (for the reasons outlined above)
- If you are looking for a mug to put in the dishwasher

REVIEW:
Overall, I like the design of this mug. I also really like the look and feel when I use it on cold drinks. This mug is handy to use when you want to freeze a drink a bit quicker.

FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION (FTC) DISCLAIMER:
I received this product for free. However, the opinions expressed herein were formulated based on my personal use of the product. I welcome all suggestions, feedback and/or product questions! #GearUltimate
http://www.amazon.com/Moscow-Mule-Pure-Copper-Mug/dp/B010WQKEA2

Wednesday, April 20, 2016


I was surprised how heavy this brush was when I got it. It is a really good quality and will last a long time. It works well to clean off the grill and you do not have to worry about breaking it while using it. The three brushes make it easier to clean around the pieces of the grill top. The tongs are not the best quality but it was nice to have an added feature with the brush. I did not include the tongs in the rating for the brush because I did not buy this product for them. The brush is great and I am very happy with it, cleaning the grill is so much easier now. This would make a great gift for fathers day or a birthday of someone who loves to grill. Throw in some sauce, beer, or an apron and you are set! I recieved this product for free or a discounted price in exchange for an honest unbiased review. This has not influenced my opinions on the product. I have written honestly about how I view the product. #bbqpromotion
http://www.amazon.com/Best-BBQ-Grill-Brush-Stainless/dp/B01ABXEFWY/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459419735&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=bbq+grill+brush

Tuesday, April 19, 2016


Great Paddle at a great price, getting ready for summer!! This is a great paddle, it has a very good curve to the paddle, unlike some cheap paddles, and you will be able to get a good paddle and good push through the water to go fast, it will also give you very good control to stop, or turn. I have had many other paddles, and they are not made like this at all. I really like this paddle and can not wait to jump in and kayak with it. It does come in two pieces and that is great as you will be able to store it very easy. and it feels great when snapped together, does not feel loose or anything. I agree with the other reviewers that they do need to fix they way they ship the paddle, I am not going to doc a star for that, but it does come in a bag, and the bag was tore when I got it, with a portion of the paddle out, it was fine though, and just shows how tuff this paddle is. but they do need to wrap it up better or in a box. over all I love the paddle, and it is a great paddle and you will not find another one better for the price.
I received a discount for my honest review. All statements are true and my own. I was not paid for this review.
I was very happy with how well this actually fit, I've had problems finding filters in the past, and none at such a great price. The curvy pleated filter is great at catching dust and debris before they go up into our vents. The cardboard keeps everything stable so nothing moves around. The foam on the side helps fill the gaps between the filter and the furnace walls which is something I had never seen before but I think it aids in keeping absolutely all the debris and dust from entering the vents better than previous filters. The filters are clearly labeled so you do not forget the measurements when it's time to purchase more. There is also an arrow directing your placement so you know its put in correctly and you know it has the best fit. I am very happy with these filters and I am even more happy I found some that fit at such a great price. Product provided for evaluation.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CR9JD0O

Buy these now! Trust me, you won't be sorry. I was immediately impressed with these little powerhouses. They are small but feel very durable and have a metal outer shell. Each light takes 3 AAA batteries which are not included. I love that each light comes with a lanyard attached as some I've purchased either didn't have any or had they came separately and I had to try and put them on which is way easier said than done. I got these flashlights because we live in the country and drive many miles of country road with no streetlights at night. I have one light in each car and the 4th is in my nightstand in case of power outages. I love that they are so compact that they take up virtually no room.

Also, these suckers are BRIGHT. I read some of the older reviews where people were underwhelmed with the output but they must have changed something since then because, wow...bright! My husband who is the gadget dork in our house, immediately exclaimed "wow, these are so much better than the Coastal lights I paid $40 for". And I said... "You paid $40 for one freaking flashlight are you kidding me,?" He corrected my by saying "no, I bought 2 of them" but that's another story SMH! I have included photos of the output and side by side of these flashlights next to the now infamous in my household Coastal flashlight for comparison. I don't even need to point out which is which in the light photo. This little guy also has a flash mode for emergencies and you can slide the neck down to focus the light (as pictured). Seriously, that's $4 a light. Even if you only need one, the others would make great stocking stuffers etc. I was lucky enough to receive a complimentary set of these flashlights for testing and review but I have NO hesitation recommending them and will most likely be buying some for the people in my life (I'm not about to give up one of mine!)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V639BNC

Monday, April 18, 2016

Great gift for a teacher. I got this cup for my teacher. It has white writing that is visible with and without any liquid inside. I certainly recommend this product as a gift. My teacher loved it and he is using it as a pen holding cup. #TeacherGifts

http://www.amazon.com/Best-Teacher-Ever-Glass-Coffee/dp/B017QPR3QA/ref=sr_1_96?ie=UTF8&qid=1458683255&sr=8-96&keywords=teacher+gifts


Friday, April 8, 2016

I got this car air purifier for my work car. I work in law enforcement field which requires being inside the car a lot. I can't tell for sure if it purifies the air inside the car because I don't have any tools to check that. However, I can say that I don't smell any unwanted odors inside my car anymore. It also has a nice blue backlight. #Ecobreezehttp://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AS1U0Q4



Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Great water bottle for athletes...I got this water bottle because of the straw, I like that it is easy to drink and nothing spills. It fits a lot of water and the water was still cold after five hours in the heat. The only drawback is that the straw falls off when you put it on. You have to manually attach the straw every time you put the lid on. But once you put it on it stays on. It was my first water bottle with the straw, so I can't compare to any other water bottle with the straw to comment whether or not it is a common issue. Other than that, this bottle is great. #SteadyDoggie
http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Insulated-Interchangeable-Sports-Compatible/dp/B018DSSR46/ref=sr_1_80?ie=UTF8&qid=1457825392&sr=8-80&keywords=insulated+water+bottle


Friday, April 1, 2016

Great loop resistance bands for strength building. I got these bands for leg workouts...I like that there are multiple strength hardness bands which helps when I use it as a starter. They also last for long...I used my bands for approximately a week and they are not worn-out yet. #liveinfinitelyhttp://www.amazon.com/Resistance-Live-Infinitely-Crossfit-Workouts-/dp/B019V0I6TQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458377540&sr=8-1&keywords=rubberizedish+bands