“Without question, the greatest invention in the history of mankind is beer. Oh, I grant you that the wheel was also a fine invention, but the wheel does not go nearly as well with pizza.” Dave Barry Since this is […]
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Six Wardrobe Staples That Adapt to Anything
Think of your wardrobe as a well-stocked fridge: From it, you only need a few basic ingredients to throw together a great combo. In fact, there are only six articles of clothing that you really must own, because of their […]
So You Missed Seeing RUSH at the Theater?
Oh, so you have kids and you’re busy and you missed the recent Formula 1 racing thriller RUSH when it hit theaters? That’s cool. Believe me, you’re not alone. We totally understand. But you’re in luck because the gripping 2013 […]
[MUSIC REVIEW] Recent Jam Band Releases
Grateful Dead – Sunshine Daydream (Veneta, Oregon 8/27/72) (Rhino Records) The Grateful Dead organization is known for regularly mining its live archives to reward fans with a steady stream of historic recordings. Despite the extensive live catalog, there are still […]
[MUSIC REVIEW] 2013 Holiday Music Roundup
The holidays are here and nothing sets the mood like seasonal music. One of my favorite activities this time of year is checking out the new Christmas and holiday music releases that will no doubt serve as the soundtrack for […]
[MUSIC REVIEW] Heidecker & Wood – Some Things Never Stay The Same
Heidecker & Wood – Some Things Never Stay The Same (Little Record Company) Tim Heidecker, one half of the celebrated Tim and Eric comedy team, can be a tough man to read. His ultra-dry sense of humor will sometimes […]
[MUSIC REVIEW] Arlo Guthrie – Rehashed 4:20 Sampler
Arlo Guthrie – Rehashed 4:20 Sampler (Rising Son Records) Every family has its own holiday traditions and one of my personal favorites happens on turkey day. Each Thanksgiving, usually while driving to a relative’s house for a big feast, I […]
[MUSIC REVIEW] The Badlees & Canadian Brass
The Badlees – See Me As A Picture: The Best, So Far 1990-2012 (S.A.M. Records) Unless you’re from Central Pennsylvania or spent time in or around that region sometime over the past 20+ years, you may not know of […]
[VIDEO REVIEW] – Fall/Winter Video Picks for Dads & Kids
The big summer blockbuster films have all come and gone for the year and the selection at the local megaplex is getting slimmer. The approaching colder fall/winter months provide the perfect setting for an evening inside with some good videos, […]
[REVIEW] Unlimited Plans from Walmart Family Mobile
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and their client. As you may have read earlier this month, I’ve been […]
Google Chromecast: Buy it now, save it for the future
There are plenty of Google Chromecast reviews from reputable sources already out there. I want to give you the “real world” review. I decided to purchase the Chromecast for one simple reason: the three months of free Netflix just about […]
How to Turn a Closet into an Office
With more and more people working from home, the need for a home office is greater than ever. But what if you don’t have a spare room you can dedicate to the task? Consider turning an underused closet into a […]
[REVIEW] Comedy overcomes stereotypes in Despicable Me 2
[box type=”alert” icon=”none”] Despicable Me 2 (MPAA Rating: PG) Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt Directors: Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud [/box] I have to say – there are few sequels that truly surpass the original, but Despicable Me 2 […]
Need a work flashlight? How about a work headlight instead!
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and their client. I recently took my son and made a quick trip […]
How to Connect Your TV to the Internet
Streaming Internet TV has quickly become the first choice for those frustrated with the high price of cable and satellite services. Though traditional television providers still have a lock on live sporting events and many first-run shows, a recent outpouring […]