Apr 182012
 

It’s that time of the year (at least in the Northeast) where we begin to think about replacing or adding new additions to our outdoor spaces.  Two of the all-time home favorites in my area are picnic tables and Adirondack chairs.  Many people place two Adirondack chairs with a table in between on their front lawns so they can sit out front and watch the traffic go by on major secondary roads.  These chairs can be made from wood or recycled plastic.  The recycled plastic is an awesome choice because it outperforms wooden ones.  Picnic tables are also made from these substances along with metal and aluminum.  These come in a variety of sizes, styles, and colors.  One can get these being freestanding or if you worry about theft – there are mounted ones available.

Then there are park benches.  Park benches aren’t just for parks.  They come in various sizes and styles to fit anyone’s taste.  These have become more and more popular for home use.  People place them near their gardens, on their porches, in a wooded area on their property, their decks, and near entrances.  Park benches are great additions because more than one person can sit on these.  If they are placed in the yard, one can place planters on either side of the bench dressing it up.  These can be made from many materials including  thermoplastic coatings, wood, recycled plastics, aluminum, concrete and more.

Regardless of what your preferences may be – if you’ve got the outdoor space, utilize it – you’re paying for it!

Apr 172012
 

Thanks for the post from Hal Potter

There is a moment in my life that I will never forget. It was exactly one year ago today. I visited with my doctor as I always had and was told that there was no way around knee surgery, that it was my only option at that point. My knee has been the biggest complication in my life, causing me unrelenting pain for as long as I can remember. I tried to keep it under control without surgery, but the pain became unbearable, so the doctor set the date and the surgery was done. I remember being in even more pain after, but I was hopeful it would get better. I was confined to a bed for about a week. At first I was bored out of my mind. I am usually never home, much less laid up in the bed all day. I decided quickly that I should go to www.expertsatellite.com and sign up for satellite television service so I could at least have something to watch. Instead of lying there feeling sorry for myself, I was able to take my mind off everything and escape into a fictional world.

Apr 152012
 

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Apr 152012
 

Are you a fan of Crocs?  I LOVE mine.  Below are two new collections they’ve come out with – the Disney Collection and the Chameleons.   The Chameleons are VERY cool!  They change colors in the sun.  There are many more styles to choose from in the Chameleons.

Introducing the new Disney Collection at Crocs.com!

More from the Disney Collection

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The Chameleons – color changing Crocs! (showing one of many styles)

           Crocs Bubblegum / Fuchsia Crocs Chameleons Translucent Clog Kids Leopard Shoes

These Crocs change colors in the sun! Take a look:

Croc Chameleon

Apr 152012
 
qbedding 3pc quilt set

Qbedding is an online retailer offering more than just bedding.  Bedding, is by far their specialty, but one can also purchase seat covers, neck support pillows, pillows, an array of stunning umbrellas, curtains and much more.  I was recently asked to review one of their 3-pc quilt sets.  I chose the one you see below made by Mercury – no, the fur babies are mine – there was just no way I was going to get this on the bed without them torturing me.

qbedding 3pc quilt set

I have to tell you – I hadn’t read the details on the packaging – that is until I went to write this review.  I was surprised to learn the quilt was made of 100% polyester.  I would have never thought that to be the case.  The fabric feels like it’s very expensive cotton – no kidding! It’s so soft – almost having the feeling of the expensive cotton sateen sheets one can buy.  I was actually worried about how much the quilt would shrink after being washed as I was placing it on my bed.  My mind was quickly set at ease, as since it’s made of polyester, it shouldn’t shrink at all.

The size I chose was for a queen-size bed.  If I was to do it all over again, I would have ordered the king size, and here’s why – I have a queen-size bed with deep mattresses.  The queen size did not cover the end of my mattress, and I am not one for rolling down the first foot or so at the top of the bed when I make it, which if I were, then the quilt would have covered the end.  Of course, this is all a matter of preference:)

3pc quilt qbedding

 

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As you can see above, Chunka Chunka has everything under control.  She’s decided she’s taking my side of the bed (not)! All kidding aside, do you see the pillow covers?  Do you see how one is of a rosebud-like pattern and the other matches the quilt pattern itself (you can also see this in the first picture near the bottom of the bed and to the right)?  This is because this quilt is completely reversible.  In addition, if you enlarge the picture above, you can see the nicely added detail of the satin ribbons used to tie the back opening together.  The pillow covers themselves are a generous size and constructed of the same material as the quilt.

Although I couldn’t find this particular quilt set on their site, there are many more.  Qbedding also carries ‘green’ products including, organic quilts, pillows, a bamboo series and the tatami series. They also have a line of home products, and products for kids.

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