Monday, December 9, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide 2013: Bodylogix Natural Isolate: Whey Protein Isolate



Natural Isolate: Whey Protein Isolate 

Amazon Price:
$43.99

Size:  
840 gm (1.85 lb)

ASIN: B00E4DP0TK
UPC: 694422031324

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Product Facts:
 All natural whey protein isolate sourced from grass-fed pasture-raised cattle.
Sweetened naturally with absolutely no artificial flavors, colors, or ingredients.
Tested to ensure protein is free of bovine growth hormone and antibiotic residue.
Provides 25 grams of protein per serving with ZERO fat or Carbs.
Available in the world’s first compostable protein bottle with up to 90% less plastic waste.


Billy's Review:

Blu-ray Review - Doctor Who: The Day Of The Doctor (50th Anniversary Special)




Doctor Who: The Day Of The Doctor (50th Anniversary Special)
Starring: Matt Smith, David Tennant, Jenna Coleman, with Billie Piper and John Hurt
Studio: BBC America
Release Date: December 10, 2013
ASIN: B00FAVRHBE
Running Time: 75 + bonus materieals
Rating: Not Rated

Retail:
Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack - $29.98
DVD - $24.98

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Billy's Review:

Holiday Gift Guide: I Even Funnier by James Patterson





I Even Funnier
A Middle School Story
By James Patterson & Chris Grabenstein
Illustrated By Laura Park
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date: December 9, 2013
ISBN: 978-0316206976
Pages: 368

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Book Description:

In this follow up to the #1 New York Times bestseller I Funny, middle schooler Jamie Grimm has big dreams of being the best stand-up comic in the world--and he won't let the fact that he's wheelchair-bound stand in his way. After winning the New York state finals in the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic Contest, Jamie's off to Boston to compete in the national semi-finals. But when one of his best buddies runs into trouble at school and a sudden family health scare rears its head, Jamie has to put his comedic ambitions on hold and stand by the people he cares about. Can Jamie pass up the big competition for the sake of his friends and family? (Includes more than 175 black-and-white illustrations.)


Billy's Review:

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Book Review - Skylark



Skylark
By
Dezső Kosztolányi
Translated by
Richard Aczel
Publisher: NYRB Classics
Pub. Date: 2010
First published in 1924
ISBN: 978-1590173398
Pages:  222
Genre:
Literary fiction
Source:
Public Library
Goodreads
Reading Challenge
Buy Link


Review:
I had the privilege to travel to Hungary back in 1988. Although the country was still under a totalitarian regime, this trip was very enjoyable for me. I believe part of my heart remained in this very attractive country, with hauntingly beautiful landscapes. Budapest is such a gorgeous European capital city. And you have the romantic Lake Balaton, and unforgettable countryside areas.
So for my reading challenges to cover 52 countries, I had to read one of the many famous Hungarian authors. I chose this classic, as it was available in my library.
The story takes place at the beginning of the 20th century. It’s about a very plain unmarried woman, Skylark, 35, lacking in intelligence and beauty, who takes care of her parents, doing the house chores.  They idolize her, even though it looked to me as if she was holding them a bit slave, not allowing them to get out of their tedious daily life habits.

Saturday, December 7, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide 2013: The Lone Ranger Blu-Ray




The Lone Ranger
Directed By: Gore Verbinski
Starring: Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer, Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner, Barry Pepper, 
James Badge Dale and Helena Bonham Carter
Studio: Disney Home Entertainment
Release Date: December 17, 2013
ASIN: B00DJYJWVW
Running Time: 149 minutes
Rating: PG-13

Retail:
Blu-ray Combo $39.99
DVD $29.99

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Billy's Review:

Friday, December 6, 2013

8" Green Earth Pan by Ozeri Review

Thanksgiving may be over and done with, but there are many more holiday dinners from Christmas Eve to New Year's Eve, and may people enjoy cooking those dinner themselves instead of catering or getting takeout, but of course, you can't make a delicious meal unless you have the proper pans to cook with.

Yes, I know there are many different brands of frying pans on the market and all of them claim to be the best. The most recent ones I have seen in the stores are the organic pans, which don't contain harmful chemicals.

Early this week, I received the 8" Green Earth Pan by Ozeri in the mail. The pan is made from GREBLON ceramic coating from Germany. It is the first frying pan to achieve non-stick performance while being completely free of PTEF, PFOA and other harmful chemicals. The ceramic in the pan is scratch-resistant and the ceramic coating is eco-friendly, meaning no harmful fumes will ever be omitted.


Book Blogger Hop: December 6th - 12th

Book Blogger Hop

Welcome to the new Book Blogger Hop!

If you want schedule next week's post, click here to find the next prompt question. To submit a question, fill out this form.

What to do:

1. Post on your blog answering this question:

Holiday Edition:
What book would you recommend for a Christmas present?

2. Enter the link to your post in the linky list below (enter your Blog Name and the direct link to your post answering this week’s question. Failure to do so will result in removal of your link).


3. Visit other blogs in the list and comment on their posts. Try to spend some time on the blogs reading other posts and possible become a new follower.  The purpose of the hop is to give bloggers a chance to follow other blogs, learn about new books, befriend other bloggers, and receive new followers to your own blog.
  

My Answer:

Witches of East End by Melissa de la Cruz
 Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay

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