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Simple Financial Budgeting

With the holiday shopping season already upon us and all of us worrying about our budgets this year, I decided that now is probably a great time to review a great new service called Mint.com.

mint.comMint.com is an amazing, FREE new service that helps to you track nearly every dollar that you spend every month. This might not sound so exciting but those of use that charge so many purchases to our credit cards and then forget about them, this is a great way to know where all our money is going.

Let me tell you, seeing how you really spend all you money at the end of the month is a real eye opener. Once you begin to realize how much of your money goes to unimportant purchases like eating out and shopping, you definitely start to make different (more frugal) decision about spending.

One of the things that makes Mint.com so easy is that it automatically downloads all your purchases from your credit card company and organizes the purchases into categories for you. It can also sync up to your stock trades and bank balances. And because there is no book keeping needed it is so easy.

I definitely recommend Mint.com to anyone out there who is concerned about their money and is trying to figure out how to spend less. It’s not everyday that great services like this are offered for free, so you should definitely start using it now.

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By Rachel – November 30, 2009

Ab Circle Pro Review

Ab Circle Pro

Ab Circle Pro

Today I want to tell you a little about a new exercise routine that I’ve been doing lately to strengthen and flatten my stomach. I’ve been using a great new machine called the Ab Circle Pro. You may have seen it in on TV. It’s the one with Jennifer Nicole Lee on the commercial.

I think the Ab Circle is one of the best exercise machines that I’ve seen in a long time. Here are a few of the reason that I like it so much:

  1. It was really easy to assemble and start using. You can see how easy it is to build on this youtube video.
  2. It’s much more fun to use than most other ab exercise machines. The swivel motion is actually a lot of fun.
  3. The fact that I’m facing forward rather that lying on my back means that I can also watch TV comfortably while I exercise. That definitely, helps to stay motivated and fight off the boredom that often comes during exercise. I can definitely say that being distracted is a great way to increase the length of your exercise. And to feel like you’re multi tasking.
  4. The Ab Circle folds away really easily so you can store it under a bed or in a closet.

My biggest complaint about the Ab Circle is that the knee pads are a little hard. However, by putting a small towel or wash cloth on the pads, they become much more comfortable. All things considered, this is a pretty minor problem that is easily fixed.

I took advantage of their $14.99 trial offer and was so happy with it that I decided to keep it. If you’re trying to exercise and get in shape (and who isn’t?), then I highly recommend that you check out the Ab Circle Pro for yourself.

Here’s a link to the Ab Circle Website.

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By Rachel – November 23, 2009

Perfect Brownie Reviewed

Perfect Brownie

OK, so with Thanksgiving and the holidays coming up, I’ve been starting to freak out a little and think about ways to minimize the time that I spend in the kitchen so I can maximize the time that I get to spend with my family that’s coming in from out of town. (This year my sister and her family are coming to us for Thanksgiving and I’m so excited). That’s why I decided to check out the Perfect Brownie Pan.

My favorite thing about the perfect brownie pan is that it helps all my brownies to bake evenly. I used to get so annoyed when the middle parts would be raw while the outside parts were over-cooked. The metal from the brownie divider helps to move the heat of the oven toward the center brownies so they all cook more evenly.

The other great thing about the Perfect Brownie is that it makes baking, cutting and servicing just one process. Because the divider is placed in before the brownies bake, they all come out perfectly ready to serve. And because the bottom of the tray pops out, you don’t even need to scoop them out of the tray to serve them. Watch can see the video on their website if you don’t understand what I mean.

The Perfect Brownie is definite worth the $19.99 just for the amount of time that is saves me from being in the kitchen and allows me to spend with my sister.

Check out the Prefect Brownie for yourself here.

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By Rachel – November 12, 2009

Jupiter Jack Reviews

Have you ever had trouble finding that ringing cell phone as you cruise along in your vehicle? You can spend too much time taking your eyes off of the road while shuffling through your pockets or purse to find it. Or maybe you need to make a call before you arrive at your destination. Having to look down at the phone and then preoccupying one of your hands as you talk is not the safest thing to do while driving. Holding a phone to one ear while driving can also impair your ability to hear surrounding sounds. No one needs the inconvenience and safety risks using a cell phone in the car provides, but in today’s busy, connected world, it seems like a necessary evil some times.

This is where the Jupiter Jack can come in handy. The Jupiter Jack is a small device that allows you to use your cell phone hands free while driving. One of the first things I noticed about this convenient device is that it is much simpler to use than expensive blue tooth wireless systems. The price is really easy on the pocket book too. It works with any type of cell phone by transmitting the signal to your car radio. You get clear sound quality as loud as you need it to be to hear over traffic, while still being able to see the road and hear surrounding noise. Jupiter Jack is small, light, and very portable. Using it is as easy as just plugging it into the cell phone. This is a fantastic product with a great price. Not only does it make talking on the phone while driving more convenient, it makes it a lot safer too.

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By Rachel – November 5, 2009

Neckline Slimmer Reviews





I have noticed things about my body I wish I could change. I wish I could afford the expensive treatments and surgery that the stars in Hollywood get. My neckline is not exactly how I would like it to look and I recently went on a search to find a solution. I came across the neckline slimmer and really think this could be the answer that I have been looking for. The before and after pictures are amazing and look very believable. The science behind this product really makes sense. I think the neckline slimmer looks very easy to use and it offers an excellent alternative to cosmetic surgery.

One of the best features of the neckline slimmer is that it only takes two minutes per day. I love this because I am very busy and do not have much free time during the day. I want to improve my appearance without having to spend hours grooming myself each day. I really like that this is a pain free option as well and will finally help me tone my double chin. Another great benefit is the ability to improve loose sagging skin. I am so excited and think this will help me look at least five or ten years younger.

The science behind this product is very impressive. It was developed by a world-renowned physiotherapist. His words helped me feel confident that this product will really make a difference in my appearance. In our busy lives we often put things off such as skipping certain beauty steps when getting ready for the day. This tool opens the door to women like me that want to make changes to their appearance. We finally have an option that we can afford and all of us can fit in two minutes per day. The best thing about the neckline slimmer is that it helps women feel beautiful and look younger.

Click here to visit the official Neckline Slimmer website.

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By Rachel – November 4, 2009

Instyler Reviews

The Instyler, what a wonderful invention!

While up late one night, I came across an infomercial for the Instyler rotating hair iron. I watched the whole production, jaw hanging open…I had been waiting my whole life for this creation! Growing up with extremely curly hair has always been a burden on the days that I wanted sleek, shiny, straight hair. Along came The Instyler…

After ordering The Instyler, I patiently waited 6 weeks for it to arrive – yeah right, I was bouncing in my seat, like a little kid waiting to play on the playground! I couldn’t wait to try out The Instyler on this bushy mane of mine. My routine before The Instyler: blow dry, straighten, straighten again, use curlers for volume and sometimes, REPEAT! Aggravating.

The first time I used The Instyler, I fell in love. After placing the first section of hair on The Instyler for maybe 10 seconds, I had a perfect, volumnized, straight piece of hair. After 20 minutes, my WHOLE head of hair was done! Before The Instyler, it would take me 2 hours to get my hair perfectly straight and volumnized.

The Instyler has a rotating cylinder, instead of 2 flat metal plates that can possibly damage your hair. The rotating cylinder of The Instyler is lined by 2 sets of soft bristles, seperating your hair strand-by-strand while rotating. Since The Instyler is round, instead of flat, you can create so many different hairstyles! Curl your hair under, flip it out, Farah Fawcett styles, and the feature that most caught my eye – the “bump”! Every woman I know, dreams of perfect volume, on the crown of their heads. Pick your section of hair, place The Instyler at the base of the section, over direct the instyler for a few seconds longer than normal, and BOOM perfect volume!

The Instyler is a wonderful, wonderful product!

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By Rachel – November 3, 2009

Swivel Sweeper G2 Reviews

Cleaning doesn’t have to be back breaking or dirty work. When I picked up the Swivel Sweeper G2, I wasn’t expecting much. I’ve used lightweight models before, but they either didn’t do a great job with cleaning or they weren’t as much lightweight as they said. That is, until I found the Swivel Sweeper G2. Lighter than two pounds but incredibly powerful, this is a model that is sure to get your home clean fast.

I have some elbow joint pain, and what I liked was that this Swivel Sweeper had a pole that bends so that I didn’t have to overexert my back. This plus the lightweight of the model makes cleaning that much easier. Similarly, the 360 degree swivel component of the model makes it easy to clean all nooks and crannies of your home. Long gone are the days where I’d have to push and shove other sweepers and vacuums.

Who wants to empty a Sweeper after cleaning? This model is great because you won’t have to touch the tray in order to empty it. Instead, there is a touchless dirt tray that enables you to dispose of dirt and debris without getting your hands dirty.

I particularly loved that the model was cordless and rechargeable. This way, you can sweep around the house and move from room to room without having to unplug the model or deal with a long cord. For as much as 45 minutes, you can clean without needing to recharge. I like how easy this model made cleaning. In fact, it made me eager to keep up with chores knowing that all I’d have to do was push the model around for just a few minutes and the floor would be clean.

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By Rachel – November 3, 2009

Flavorwave Oven Reviews

As one of the many busy women out there I came across the Flavorwave Oven and was immediately curious over this product that claims to decrease the amount of time you spend cooking while still giving you great meals. I checked it out for myself and was pleasantly surprised at what I found. If you are not familiar with the Flavorwave here a quick review of this truly unique invention.

The Flavorwave oven was specifically designed for people in today’s world. Time is something that most of us just do not have enough of so cooking with this was easy and fun. It uses special halogen heat and infared wave and convection cooking to do large family meals within a matter of minutes! To begin with the Flavorwave can hold up to 8 pounds of meat which is ideal for people like me with a larger family. Secondly it can roast, bake, broil, steam, brown, fry, grill or just about anything else you need done! All of this gets done in half the time it would normally take to prepare your meals. One of the best advantages of owning a Flavorwave is that on days when you have forgotten to get your meat out to thaw beforehand there are no worries. Whether it is frozen or thawed out the Flavorwave can cook it for you.

You may be thinking to yourself “Well sure it can cook fast but does the food still taste good?”. The answer is yes. Unlike similar products that leave your food lacking flavor the Flavorwave keeps those special juices in and not only keeps the original flavor but enhances it as well. Your meals will taste even more delicious than if you were to cook them the regular old fashioned way.

The part I like best about using the Flavorwave is that it is basically self cleaning. No one enjoys cleaning up after a meal. Your Flavorwave might need a quick wipe down and then it is clean.

All in all, this is one of the better products on the market for those of us who do not want to sacrifice taste for convenience.

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By Rachel – November 1, 2009

Software You Can Afford Reviews

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By Rachel – October 30, 2009

Big Boss Grill Reviews

As a busy mother of two children I often look for ways to make my life easier. Dinner time creates a significant amount of stress when I am low on time. My friend told me about the Big Boss Grill and all of the benefits it offers. I decided to check it out and see if it would be something that could benefit me and my family. I wanted to find out more about the features and how it could make my life easier.

I am very excited about this grill and how much time it could save me in the kitchen. I cannot believe all the interchangeable plates that this grill offers. I also think the small compact size would be very convenient. I do not have much counter space and think this product would be perfect in my kitchen.

One thing that really caught my eye was the donut plate. I think it would be a fun activity for my children to help me make donuts on the weekends. I also think the grill plate will come in very handy when I need a quick dinner for my family. This grill could really help me on those stressful evenings when I am short on time. I need something fast and healthy for my family to eat and the grill plate looks like it would be the perfect answer.

I have tried similar products like this in the past and they were difficult to use. Some of the plates were too big and bulky and difficult to handle. The Big Boss grill is smaller, lighter and will not take up much space on my counter. When they created this grill they must have had my family in mind. I cannot tell you how much time this product would save me and the peace of mind it would bring. It is the perfect tool for busy moms that need a fast way to make meals for their families.

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By Rachel – October 22, 2009