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Monday, July 11, 2011

A mothers night of insomnia - and a storm to boot!

I can't sleep: I'll watch a movie, I will watch HP7 part 1 on my iPod. After all part 2 is coming out and I should catch up on it. Whoa, it's 11pm, Ok, I am into this...I'll watch the rest & fall asleep. Nope. It's 1 am. I will listen to Nature Sounds...rain. Nope. There is REAL rain out side, a mansoon. And from the sounds on the monitor, it's keeping Eme awake, and our labs who are on the verge of suicide. Shaking and chattering at our door. Whinning. Now I can't stop thinking about what is blowing away & getting wet outside. Should I let the dogs in our room? No, they will just keep me awake. It's 3 am, naturally I should go outside & secure whatever it is I think is blowing away at and getting wet.

Well, now, it is only 4 am, I should use this last hour to really get some sleep. Sleep. Sleep. Sleep. Damit, are you not listening? I said SLEEP!! I mean it! Not working. Rain nature sounds be damned!! Ok, well there is only 20 mins left before the alarm goes off, the least you can do is relax...try and rest...before....zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! Holy crap, what just happened?? What? Where? Who? Oh, I must have finally got to sleep - Yeah, that just happen! Monday? Really!? Hopefully tonight will go better...

Monday, June 20, 2011

My Review of Spectrum&Trade; Scoop Toss (Pack of 6)

Originally submitted at S&S Worldwide

Scoop Toss is an indispensable tool for teaching eye-hand coordination and is a good lead-in to P.E. lacrosse games. The "big" scoop set contains one of each color set for a total of 12 scoops and 6 Lite Flite balls. Get the "Scoop" today! Don't pay a lot and still bring yo...

Great, Teens loved them!

By Recreation from Fountain Hills, AZ on 6/20/2011

Pros: Great colors, Easy to use, All Weather, Affordable, Easy Assembly

Cons: Not for competitive play

Best Uses: Camps, Teen Events

Describe Yourself: Recreational player

Was this a gift?: No

Great colors, and affordable way to get lots of product for teens or kids to play with. Not the MOST sturdy thing ever made - so I wouldn't suggest it for competitive play. But for recreation and occasional events with kids - great!

(legalese)

My Review of Color Splash!® Budget Lacing (Pack of 15)

Originally submitted at S&S Worldwide

This lacing is perfect for every lacing project. Solid plastic lace will not crack, chip or peel and is more pliable, durable and flame resistant than your average budget lacing. An excellent medium preferred by healthcare facilities, camps, schools and recreation programs. Colors include Orange, N...

Ok but a little thin

By Recreation from Fountain Hills, AZ on 6/20/2011

Pros: Good Variety, Stores Easily

Cons: Poor Quality, Too thin

Best Uses: Scrapbooking/Cardmaking, Art, Camp, Teen crafts

Describe Yourself: Child Care Provider

Primary use: Business

Was this a gift?: No

It was Ok. I am used to the thick laces we have gotten in the past. And this was really too thin for the project we were using it for, and there seemed to be a lot less of it (meaning quantity) but that could be becuase it was so much thinner than I exspected. Good for beading and scrapbooking becuase it's light wieght.

(legalese)

My Review of Spectrum&Trade; Mesh Duffel Bag, 15"X36"

Originally submitted at S&S Worldwide

Easily organize equipment for each class with these mesh bags. Match ball colors to the bag's color. Eliminate confusion between yourself and fellow teachers. Mesh duffel bags come with an adjustable shoulder strap and easy-open zipper. 15" x 36". Please specify red, yellow, blue, gr...

Ok for ligth wieght stuff

By Recreation from Mesa, AZ on 6/20/2011

Pros: Affordable

Cons: Not good for heavy stuff, Not good for bulky stuff, Flimsy

Best Uses: Recreation

Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational

Was this a gift?: No

Bought it becuase it was cheap and we needed just something to put our new equipment in. Luckily it was light wieght (i.e. waffle balls) and not too bulky becuase it worked. But it is not a very sturdy bag - so I would not recommend even basketballs in it. Just foam, or dodgeballs or field hockey stuff - if its not heavy.

(legalese)

My Review of Spectrum&Trade; Table Tennis Paddle Set (Set of 6)

Originally submitted at S&S Worldwide

6 virtually unbreakable plastic table tennis paddles, one in each of our Spectrum colors. Perfect recreational paddles in everyone’s favorite colors! Don't pay a lot and still bring your "A" Game. That's the Spectrum Difference. Spectrum products deliver superior quality at...

Great for Teen events

By Recreation from Mesa, AZ on 6/20/2011

Pros: Lightweight, Easy Storage, Sturdy

Cons: Not for competitive play

Best Uses: Teen Events, Camps, Kids, Recreation Facility

Describe Yourself: Casual Player

Was this a gift?: No

Great, teens just LOVE ping pong, and this was an affordable way to get LOTS of paddles that would last without spending a ton of money. Not for competitive play though - those players are a little more picky. But the fun colors make them popular and easy to find.

(legalese)

My Review of Spectrum&Trade; Scoop Toss (Pack of 6)

Originally submitted at S&S Worldwide

So much for fun for camp/events

By Recreation from Mesa, AZ on 6/20/2011

Pros: Easy to use, Easy To Transport, Fun colors, Sturdy

Best Uses: Teen Events, Camps, Daily kids activity

Describe Yourself: Recreational player

Was this a gift?: No

Great for needing a "bulk" item and easy to use game for camp or teen event. So popular and fun colors. Again, easy to use and sturdy enough to hand out. Not competitive stregth though.

(legalese)