I am notorious about forgetting my pens underneath papers or a file folder on my desk or underneat my computer keyboard. Also, it's hard to keep a pen in my car that will survive the rigors of Texas summers … more
I bought this pen as an "emergency" pen I could keep in my Kindle-DX folio as an "emergency pen" if I got away from my office without one of my Shaeffer pens in my pocket. I went to a meeting and had … more
I own 2 of this model -- the first I purchased back in June for my office and the second a couple of weeks ago for my home office because I liked the first one so much (and because the previous year's … more
While it's true that the quality of the stories varies from the excellent to the so-so, most of them are quite enjoyable if you like the genre. It's a great book to have on the night table so you can … more
I just bought two more of these, having bought the first two about a month ago. They are super for organizing all of the little stuff that will fall to the bottom of a briefcase or backpack. I have one … more
This lotion does a great job after showering to keep your face fresh, and I use it in connection with the Nivea scrub to keep my seborrheic dermatitis under control. It feels good all day and has definitely … more
I finally succumbed and bought the new Kindle DX a couple of weeks ago. The primary reason I bought it (at least at first) was to read law books and Continuing Legal Education materials. First … more
When I installed Windows 7 on my desktop at home, all my USB card readers quit working, so I thought I'd give this model from SIIG a try. It came today, installed instantly via … more
It's nice to buy a gift that's a real hit with someone. I bought this for my wife, who loves it. It is luxuriously soft knit, but it holds its shape during wear. She says it feels … more
This is enjoyable vacation reading, beginning with an interesting plausible mysterious murder surrounding a sympathetic character we are sure is innocent and a likeable "detective." I … more
For those of us lawyers who still who have prospective clients come in and tell their stories and ask for our help, this is an indispensible part by focusing us immediately on what we must prove to make … more
The pros and cons of the sound quality of these speakers has been well-addressed by other reviewers. I'm an audiophile, and when I wanted some good speakers in my home office, I chose these. Genera … more
Other reviewers have stressed the Blu Ray quality and Internet media streaming of this equipment, so I thought I'd address a couple of other apects which make this an excellent addition to your home network … more
Another great Mapleshade recording, which will broaden the musical horizons of many of us. One could play this as background to quiet conversation, but that would be an injustice … more
As a creative, organizationally-challenged person, I found the advice in this book simple to implement, effective, and very practical. You take a quiz to determine your personality … more
Nine months ago, one of these showed up by the sink in the kitchen at my office, which is shared by around 50 people. I have been intrigued as I watched it reliably deliver a "dab" of diswhashing soap … more
I used three different mice I have on this product, and all worked well. The large surface of the pad gives one plenty of room for quick moves in gaming, or in just working at the computer. The sewing … more
Abnett's Titanicus concerns giant military machines approximately 38,000 years in the future. Mankind has spread across the Galazy and is ruled by a God-Emperor, and opposed by forces of Chaos. The world … more
Jennifer Armintrout has written a very fine introductory novel to a fantasy trilogy dealing primarily with an Earth where the worlds of supernatural creatures such as faeries, trolls, and dragons has … more
The sex book as I came of age was The Joy of Sex, which was just right for the 70s. It does have a friendly and inviting cover, which should perhaps add the words "Don't panic" … more
I had never heard of Bill Willingham's Fable series of comic books before receiving this audio book to review, so I had no real idea of what to expect. Let me explain that I was priviledged to grow up … more
Okay, so that's the way it really works! Every now and then, I come along a book that challenges enough lifelong assumptions I've held about myself and others to be "enlightening", … more
Mass Effect 2 is a huge game, and unless one is a very experienced gamer familiar with both role-playing-games and first-person-shooters, it's very difficult not to be a bit overwhelmed in the beginning … more
This is an enjoyable book handling some complex food science with aplomb and in a light and enjoyable fashion. Frying, fruits, vegatables, and meats all get an interesting "popularized" survey of the … more
FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF A NON-SHOOTER: As I said 3 months ago with Dragon Age Origins review, that title marked my first return (and a beautiful experience that has been) to computer roll playing … more
ON BALLS IN GENERAL: My wife decided that sitting on an inflatable ball, rather than a chair, for part of our work at our desks at home would be good for her, and purchased this sturdy product. I used … more
This is an inflatable cusion divice, which is has a pattern of bumps along one side while the other is smooth, and it is very effective in removing the pressure of prolonged sitting in an one place. Despite … more
As I slogged through all of the various competing (literally) villains in C. L. Werner's "Forged by Chaos", a question occurred to me -- can one write an enjoyable novel where one likes and identifies … more
This book does a good job of covering the basics of frying, but I confess I wanted more detailed knowledge of frying. I wanted to understand better the ramifications of using different oils, or different … more
It is hard writing this review and separating my opinions of the total series from this ultimate novel. Goodkind started out in the early novels as an excellent storyteller. Events happened. You learned … more
These labels make it really easy to re-label and re-use file folders, preventing "label buildup" on tabs as well as ripping the outer layer of stock off a tab when pulling a old-label off. I … more
Patrick Lee's "The Breach" is delightful read, but a hard novel to characterize, combining elements of terrorism, special operations, and "X-Files" type mysteries. However one characterizes it, Lee keeps … more
The Love Revolution is good spiritual advice for authentic Christians confronting all the misery of the world. My perspective is from traditional Protestant mainstream denominational Christianity, and … more
This is another in the Black Library Warhammer Series, and the first I have read of the Gotrek (a one-eyed dwarf "slayer" who has been dishonored and taken an oath to his god to meet his fate) and Felix … more
This is not a particular beef with LG or with this model, but if you are buying this or any other electronic device which streams Netflix, you need to know what my experience (and after many hours this … more
Kathleen Falsani's book contains fairly brief synopses of the Coen Brothers' movies. At first, I had to agree with others who found them somewhat superficial -- there was no deeper truth to some of the … more
These green sticky tabs are a heavyweight plastic, with adhesive that is plenty sticky, yet does not seem to pull ink off the page. If one writes in pencil, one can easily wipe off and re-write a label. … more
PERFORMANCE - C+ RECORDING - B- I did two things causing me to need to refine my review. WATCH THE DVD BEFORE LISTENING TO THE CD; DO NOT EXPECT A DVD-AUDIO … more
I saw these on sale on Amazon for a price that was too good for me to ignore. I bought them for the kitchen. I have several other kitchen sheers, which I use, but these are the most comfortable. They … more
I have been somewhat critical of the Warhammer series of the Black Library by various authors, but Chris Wraight distinguishes himself in the way he handles this military fantasy adventure. The protagonist, … more