Question: My favorite business book!

If you are in business for yourself, thinking of launching a business or juggling a career and kids in between, this is the perfect book to read. I love how authentic and raw this book is in her sharing of creating an iconic brand. She shares her ups and downs in a way that truly resonates with the human side of business. I have read many business books, and this one stands out for me as a first ever no frills, no sugar but real connectivity to the reader. You can feel her intention through out the pages of the book, reaching out to those looking to balance it all, amongst so many roles. 5 STARS! Thank you Joan Barnes for sharing yourself and the lessons you learned along the way.

One of my favorite authors. Always keeps you guessing and gives you a lot to think about, but no shortage of action and intrigue.

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Question: Memory is a kind of homesickness

One of the best reads I've had in a long time. Touching, brilliantly and vividly descriptive. Ivan Doig's words are textures, fabrics. You are transported through time and place to his memories, his fantastically detailed memories, reaching back to six years old, his mother's tragic early death. Doig and his father and grandmother are a somewhat unlikely trio, but their lives are filled to the brim with Montana, ranching, growing up, and endless copious amounts of love and tolerance.

This story touched me strongly. Mainly, in particular, due to Doig's interactions with his father. His father was a good man, a lifelong smoker and occasional drunk, but a hardworking, self-taught man who transferred his skills to his son, encouraged him in his schooling, always trusted him and knew when to be cantankerous. Bluntly put, Doig's father was a simple man. And herein I was touched. Doig loved him with all the love a heart can muster. Theirs is a truly special bond, between Doig--a future writer with a gorgeous touch for expression and an envious vocabulary, but a person that Doig Sr. just plainly saw as his son--and his father--a simple man who worked all his years as a ranchhand and ranch manager, a man who can be numbered hundreds of thousands of times over, a man who would be forgotten otherwise. A simple man, but a remarkable man. Doig spectacularly captures this soul, along with his grandmother's near-equally amazingness. There is palpable love here. Plain relationships that are familiar to us all, but that we envy regardless. These are everyday, American, western relationships, yet they're also universal, spreading, ignorant of boundary. Captured here is the true heart and soul and *meaning* of what it is to be family. To stick together.

Tale upon tale, this book will always haunt me. It has inspired me like nothing since probably Ed Abbey's Desert Solitaire. As a father, I strive now, harder and more conscious, to pass along that which is worth passing along, to be a father work remembering--simple or not. To love love love.

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"Life was to be lived as it came. If it came hard, you bowed your neck a bit more and endured." (116)

"Memory is a kind of homesickness, and like homesickness, it falls short of the actualities on almost every count." (239)

"the contant clasp of keeping me at your side, whatever the place or the hour or the weather or the mood or task or venture" (273, said regarding his father and his childhood)

I've been using this laser at work (Carpenter) the last two weeks mainly installing suspended ceilings and I've been very happy with it's performance.

It is easy to set up, lightweight and accurate.  It has a bright beam and has a loud alarm when unit is out of level.
One of the nicest things about this laser is that it gives you a 360 laser line in both positions, vertical and horizontal.
The mounting bracket is awesome and has a lot of vertical adjustment on it.

I really like that it came with the protective hard case and a bonus was the portable soft pouch included too.

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Question: I will always love these books, no matter how old I get

All of Edward Eager's books are fantastic. My mother read them when she was a kid, she read them to me when I was a kid, and now at age 30, I still enjoy the nostalgia of reading them (no kids of my own to read them to yet). Eager's writing doesn't patronize children; his characters (both girls and boys, youngest and oldest)  are clever, independent and resourceful. To the reviewer who gave it only 2 stars for having too many "not used anymore words" - this book was written over half a century ago! (and having to look up words in the dictionary will only improve vocabulary) just saying...

Just what I needed!  Perfect size for my camera!

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Question: The colors are vibrant, and they write perfectly - ...

The colors are vibrant, and they write perfectly - no globbing of ink, no smudging, and almost no bleeding through to the other side of the page

Simple to install, with clear instructions included. Flexible pigtail fit nicely inside a single-gang box and allowed for an easy, snug connection to my HDMI cable.

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Question: Good introduction to jQuery using a unique approach

When writing and publishing a book, there are many ways to approach a complex subject such as a scripting language. Using a more unconventional approach, the "Head First" series of books attempt to present technical subjects in a more approchable way. A seasoned programmer may find this approach too indirect but for a more non-technically inclined person, the Head First approach may be just what the doctor ordered.

What is the unconventional approach? Well if you've ever read a more conventionally written book on programming before, you quickly realize that they can be pretty dry and to the point. That style of writing is almost typical for programming books and to a newbie, it can be a deterrent when trying to learn the language.

The approach taken in the Head First books is to get you involved by way of cartoon-like illustrations, speech bubbles, exercises and a more casual and conversational writing style. Bottom line is you either appreciate that approach or you don't. I can't make that determination for you but encourage you to read a sample page or two to see if it fits your expectation.

I am a novice when it comes to jQuery so I was hoping this book would give me a good solid base from which to expand my knowledge of the subject. I think the book does that quite well. The material is presented in a non-threatening way and I would consider it very approachable. I did begin to grow a bit weary of the continual attempts at humor though and wish that as the book progressed, it could have toned down the easy-going approach and drifted to a more "serious" tone.

I have no real complaints on the material covered. The book is nicely paced and definitely geared to a beginner-intermediate level reader.

The book describes how to install a web development environment on your computer. I was quite surprised that the authors did not even mention XAMPP or MAMP, two out-of-the box solutions that make it incredibly easy to install a web development environment on your computer with none of the complication involved in the more tedious method they describe. The method they describe is sound, it's just that to me it seems that for a beginner, the XAMPP or MAMP approach would be easier to get a newbie up and running although I cannot discount the fact that it is helpful to know how to install the environment "the old-fashioned way."

The book is well-suited to beginner-intermediates hoping to learn jQuery. It is easy to read, and the more unconventional approach will appeal to some people much more so than the typical dryly written programming book. The exercises really help a lot and are well-conceived.

Slim, smooth, great colour. Does wear or crack easily on the inside front seam though.

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Question: The unit is very loud and it will scare any person with bad intentions. I like that its not pin activated ...

I bought the unit for my daughter, since she comes from work when its dark.  The unit is very loud and it will scare any person with bad intentions.
I like that its not pin activated and to shut it off there is an easier way than replacing the pin.
I will most likely buy another.

I have been looking for this title for some time. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the films of the late 1940s and early 1950s.

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Question: I bought this product for my water fountain and ended ...

I bought this product for my water fountain and ended up using it indoors to add some light to a collection of dolls in a cabinet. The color is very soft and elegant.

These pants looked good, were made well, and they fit my 6'2" (143 lbs) son really well, but for some reason, he doesn't like adidas apparel. He complained, so I sent them back....even though I didn't want to.  Of course after I returned them, he asked where they were so he could wear them. Hopefully for him, lesson learned.  I got them for $20, too!

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Question: Good Coffee. Very Nice Price

I love the San Francisco coffees. When I was working I drank quite a bit more coffee. Now I'm retired and my wife's hypertension resulted in quite a bit less consumption so we no longer subscribe. I was getting the Fog Chaser coffee. Now I just buy a bit at a time. This was my first time to try the Kona Blend. I like it. It has a rich but not too overpowering taste. All of the San Francisco coffees are environment friendly and so far I've loved the taste. I think this one is my new favorite.

So this thing was an utter pain to put together. It took me forever to do it. But I knew that going in from the reviews. But with you tube I was able to put it together in the shape that I wanted. We have had it for a year now and it still works great. It hasn't fallen apart or come apart in any way while hanging up. Putting the cord with light bulb in are easy once you get it together and then it stays together well. I am very satisfied with this product.

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Question: or the power they're receiving as I have other HDMI to VGA adapters that work fine.

These devices work well when they support the device they're connected to.  However, they have issues outputting only a purple screen when connected to certain miracast boxes and appleTVs.  I wasn't able to figure out any rhyme or reason to it, but we have 6 of these and the problem is not with the resolution, the output device, the HDTV, or the power they're receiving as I have other HDMI to VGA adapters that work fine.

Really like this as a gift I gave during Christmas. Although a little pricey, I like to give business to family owned companies like this one!

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Question: Spagetti Western+Video Game=Super FUN!

I'm a huge fan of the westerns. Mostly Clint Eastwood Westerns. Not so much a fan of "The Duke." You know, the Sergeio Leone ones with the real gritty look.
I saw an ad for this game and was instantly intrigued by it. Wow, a great shoot-em-up western has finally made it the gaming world. I read some mixed reviews about it, some of which said that the game was not worth it. Being that I'm such a huge western fan, I decided to buy it and review it myself.
It looks amazing!!! The screen shots look just like some old Clint Eastwood western. Real Gritty!!! The game play is very arcade style which is fast and fun. Controlling the camera and your character can get a bit frustrating but whatever! It's real run. Quick Draw and Dead Eye add a lot to its playability. The only thing that I really don't like about the game so far is that there isn't so much of a range in the speeds in the characters movement. Its real similar to controlling whatshisface from GTA Vice City. To much running. The analog does not easily allow you to walk to stride to brisk walk to run to sprint. All in all, I'm feeling this game a lot and I haven't even finished playing it. Either way, I'm going down in a blaze of glory

The shoes are exactly what I ordered.  I all ready had a pair of the these shoes that I loved.

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Question: Very please with this product so far. Haven't taken ...

Very please with this product so far. Haven't taken it camping yet. But it will definetly light up a dark room.

I am very impressed with the quality and value of this purchase. I was looking for a Bosu ball to add stability excercise to my workouts, when I came upon this combo set which was priced less than the ball alone and included free shipping. Item was well packed and shipped promptly. Assembly was a breeze, took less than 20 minutes, and fit together well. I've enjoyed adding the Bosu to my workouts and the variety has increased my strength and confidence. The videos included are pretty good if you are looking for some basic cardio and stability excercise. I have recommended this item to several of my workout friends - get one while you can.

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Question: Good product that performs as advertised

Good product that performs as advertised.  It is very compact and does a good job of lighting my 90 gal. Aquarium.  I recently added a 2nd for even more light for my plants.  The small size means that I could add another if I chose to in the future.

Purchased this generato while remodeling a pool in Oklahoma. It works great so far. It is nice not having to mess with chlorine. Did not install myself as I have zero knowledge of plumbing or electric.  A lot of the local pool companies wanted to charge me ridiculous amounts of money to install and many were telling me not to use salt because it will corrode everything. Do not listen to that garbage. The amount of salt you put in the pool is equivalent to a bit more than what you would have with a water softener. It does not taste salty and I have seen zero rust probs or stone corrosion. They want I sell you chlorine. I had a plumber friend install with help from electrician for around $300. Most local companies wanted to charge me around $2500 for the generator and install. It took about 2hrs to install.

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Question: For anyone who was involved in the fellowship it is a useful book to enable them to revisit those times again

For anyone who was involved in the fellowship it is a useful book to enable them to revisit those times again ...

This is the personal record and reflection of DrJohn Kelly who along with Peter Yarr founded the Bangor Fellowship, which later became B.C.T and later Kings's Fellowship under John Kelly and D.C.T. ( Down Christian Trust), and later again, C.F.C. (Christian Fellowship Church) under Peter Yarr. It is a multifaceted book being in various measures historical, biblical, theological, personal, confessional, instructional as well as being highly reflective. At the end of each chapter there is a section entitled 'Review and Reflection' and as the title suggests the author reflects on the previous chapter. Then at the end of this section there is yet another section entitled 'Prompts for personal reflection ' where there are questions listed that the reader can ask himself. For instance in chapter 11 the author asks the reader: In what ways have you found church history has inspired you, or provided perspective on what God is doing at present? Have you experienced the death of Jesus at work in you to bring the life of Jesus to others?

The author discusses in detail the influences of both William Still and Derek Prince on the fellowship as well as the key books and hymns which inspired its early growth. There are also many theological themes which are reflected upon. These themes include Spiritual Warfare, Covenantal theology, Revival, Restoration, the Charismatic movement, Shepherding, the theology of glory / theology of the cross etc. It is interesting that the Reformer John Calvin is perhaps the most often quoted writer apart from William Still and Derek Prince. At the end of the book there are also some very inspiring hymns printed out in full, and include 'Desire for God' by F.W. Faber and 'My High Tower' by Paul Gerhardt, which adds to the author's holistic approach to the book.

It is quite certain that many who were involved in the fellowship throughout this period may well have both a different perspective and come to different conclusions to that of the author. However, for anyone who was involved in the fellowship it is a useful book to enable them to revisit those times again and reflect on both the good times, as well as the mistakes that were made. I knew of many who at the beginning found the fellowship. which was based on a desire for God and influenced by the likes of William Still, Tozer, Tersteegen etc to be something akin to 'heaven on earth', but later when the 'Shepherding' influence came from the U.S.A., what previously had been a wonderful freedom in Christ, sadly became a place where there was a control and legalism which pushed out that open relationship with the Lord- similar to the Galatian experience.

As this is only the first of three volumes which are planned by the author (this volume takes us up to the mid 1980's), it will be interesting to read volume 2 and 3 to see how the fellowship later developed and the authors's theological reflection upon it.

Well made, fit my application and gave me an extra 1/2" of filter height for better intake air at a reasonable price.

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Question: It sat nicely on the wheels and was open enough to lift ...

With a little bit of adaptation (tape and folding the back), this will turn your stroller into a pirate ship.  It sat nicely on the wheels and was open enough to lift our daughter in and out.  She was a pirate princess for Halloween and was a hit last year at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween.  We bought acrylic paint to color it instead of markers, and that took us about 3 evenings to complete.  The cardboard folded nicely for transporting into the park and held up well for the evening, which was amazing since it lightly rained off and on all evening.  It was starting to sag a little by the end of the night.  We only used it the one time and could probably used it one or two more, especially if it hadn't gotten a little soggy.

Very small. Very tight over top of foot. Too thick of a sole in my opinion for an early walker. Had to return...

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Question: This story is too much... god it's so good!

I can't believe all that's happened so far. And with the way this book ended I am in shock. What will happen next?! I want to know! it's that good of a story. With every book in this series I keep thinking oh wow nothing beats this next part but I'm always proven wrong because here I am finished with book 4 part 2 and I can't get over how Author Apryl Baker can keep making Mattie's story even better each time! Despite all the horror and tragic events there's so many surprises and keeps me guessing what will happen next. It's awesome. I can't believe there's one last book left to come for this story... I cant wait to see how this story ends!

A beautiful, haunting tale about the poetry of flying in the desert at night.  Kind of like *The Little Prince*, but *totally* different!

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Question: I use this as a base under my makeup for ...

I use this as a base under my makeup for my oily skin. It's weird, but it helps me from looking too greasy in the summer sun. Haven't used it as a laxative though.

This plush is a good size and is extremely soft. Made with good material and is adorable and perfect for any Pokmon fan or collector.

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Question: Great way for marvel comics to allow the reader to ...

Great way for marvel comics to allow the reader to enter the age of apocalypse and see old favorite characters of one of xmen biggest story arcs.

This is a great monitor but I need to emphasize that there IS NO DISPLAY PORT. I know it says there is a display port but there is not (Unless it's hidden by some shenanigans). The cables that come with it are short, good for most people, however I am using an articulating dual arm monitor mount and my cable management is messed up due to the short ac adapter, I can get a replacement with no issues since it's generic, but minor nuisance.

If this monitor was true to the ad, I would not have subtracted one star for the "displayport" that it claims to have but other than that, color depth, color recreation is great, and the brightness is insane, I had to turn the brightness all the way down and it's still lighting up a dark room. All in all very happy with it. Except for the lack of display port.... .... ...

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Question: Only for decoration not for protection.

I did not like this case because it was very fragile. I dropped it one time and the front plastic broke. It is secure on the sides and you do not need to take the case off to charge which is what I was looking for but it doesn't provide much in the way of protection. It is a waste of money if you're looking for anything other then a decorative case which makes your phone bulky.

I enjoyed this story of virtual love and dating. The references to pop culture fit the geek protagonist of the story. Plus,the descriptions of how much he hated his boss were fantastic. I could feel his loathing.

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Question: Well Thought Out Melodies

I decided to get this Nirvana EP by Sam Smith after spotting it in the recommendations feature of another song that I had purchased. This Nirvana EP by Sam Smith has him masterfully spilling out his heart on how he would proceed in certain romantic affarins. For instance, Safe With Me expressed his sentiment that he does not care about the romantic partners past and only cares about their time together.  It also appears to be a song where he is expressing that he only plans to keep the affair between the two of them.  Nirvana by Sam Smith seems to be a satisfying tune about how the casual hookup with a certain person gives him feelings of bliss and that he plans to enjoy their company even if it does not last for a lifetime. I have heard Latch on the radio and like the up-tempo version that is played. However, the quieter version o Latch that is on the Nirvana EP by Sam Smith is also well done.

Not the average size of an poster.
I obviously overlooked that detail when ordering but the picture quality is great

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Question: Beautiful dress - Great company to work with!

Excellent quality dress - fits as expected.  This dress is beautiful - but we decided to go with a maxi style dress - company was excellent to work with on return - highly recommend them and I'll definitely shop with them again!

This product is as described.  It is a great way to get the most out of your soap while not worrying about it sitting around in water and breaking down quicker.  Other products are not shaped the same way and have a larger slot which allows the soap to fall through quicker.  This one is longer ~5" and tapers down at the bottom which allows even small pieces of bar soap to be contained.  It has a 3M sticker on the back, which is the only reason I did not give 5 stars, I would prefer a suction cup.

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Question: Great characters that are not super heroes but persistently try ...

I found a winner!!  Great characters that are not super heroes but persistently try to improve their lives as they encounter the challenges life has presented them with.  Don Hanson is a good contrast to Tony Crow as they renew a past relationship and find ways to work together even tough they have very different gifts. Suspenseful story that gets stickier and stickier as it goes along. I feel like I'm just getting to know a new friend that hopefully I will enjoy being with for many books to come

I would sprinkle this on absolutely anything.  It is divine and makes a hell of a good tikka masala.

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Question: Great to go with a 'Lucy' costume

I bought these to go with a 'Lucy' (Charlie Brown) costume.  I was looking for something I could comfortably wear, but which had an 'exaggerated' look to them to fit the costume.  These fit the bill perfectly.  I ordered based on my actual shoe size, and they fit fine -  they seem to be designed to give you that slightly oversized, exaggerated look while still fitting.

Wonderful book whose ideas, if understood and practiced, would do a great deal to make our own lives and the world we all share a much better more humane place. Bravo! I hope that it will be widely read!

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Question: Hoping for more Ann Goering!

Loved this whole series!  So sad to have seen it come to an end... Looking forward to more from Ann Goering in the future!

For those who can't open or close this stool, all it needs is a firm push!  I think it works great.  It is solid, locks into the open position, and folds easily for storage or transport.  I bought this to help load and unload my fishing kayak on my roof racks.  The kayak is 14 feet long and weighs 85 pounds.  This stool works perfectly for giving me the extra height I need to get up to roof level.  Then I fold it up, through it in the trunk, and unfold it when I get to the river.  Also works great for changing light bulbs, batteries in fire alarms, reaching high shelves in the kitchen, etc., although those are bonus uses.

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Question: Amazing....you will not be able to put it down!!!

Amazing! I started this book and I could not put it down. Beautifully written, great love story with incredibly steamy hot scenes....I really loved Jessica...and I so look forward to reading many more books from Travis Neighbor Ward!

Works and east to install. Wish there was a tool for when you wanted to remove it.

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Question: Works OK if you don't have any silicon jacket on ...

Works OK if you don't have any silicon jacket on the Q10 and it is completely naked. Otherwise, it won't fit in it.

There is is nothing a could say bad about my L.B. evan's Moccasins. When they wear out I know I will get another pair. They feel good...and stay on your feet when walking around. What more can you ask for... If your thinking about getting a pair don't hesitate, you won't be sorry.

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Question: Excellent product - a "must buy".

I'm typing this review one-handed because I'm using my other hand to play with my kitten, using this toy. I didn't buy this from Amazon, but I'm compelled to comment here because it's such a fun product.

The banner is made from a kind of synthetic terry cloth which is very colorful, very stretchy, and very resilient. The banner is firmly attached to a flexible polycarbonate wand which gives great freedom of movement and can handle quite a bit of tension. And, as some others have mentioned, this toy stimulates your cat so much that she'll happily play with it ENTIRELY on her own, and for long periods of time.

*whew* just got both hands back...

And, the deciding factor: it's made in the USA. Buy now, and tell your friends.

SJZ

Broke as soon as I tried it. End popped out. Never crimped .

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Question: Awesome Christmas ornament.

Very nice Christmas decoration. The design is really unique.

Have had the printer for just a few weeks after my Epson printer refused to print in black anymore.  It was painfully easy to set up (and I'm not a techie) and the quality of the printing is excellent.  I also signed up for the ink delivery - I read a few reviews before I chose to do it and it sounds like a great deal, plus it makes my life easier - delivered to you on a you-choose how regular basis.

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Question: This is a cute and trendy shoe but feels cheap ...

This is a cute and trendy shoe but feels cheap and is very uncomfortable.  No cushion under the foot and slippery sole.  If you want style and comfort this is not the shoe for you.

Very lightweight and plastic feeling, plus it doesn't fit the support post nearly as nicely as the original... lots of wobble where the post inserts into the socket. The socket hole is straight, so post doesn't fit properly.

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Question: Great buy and smells AWESOME

I bought this at home goods for $7.99 for the small, $12.99 for the large. Smells wonderful and not overpowering.

The curious Inincident of the dog at night time helped me bring a new perspective of reading when it comes to the disability. It's well written, brought different thinking levels and images for the reading to easily understand what the main character though process is like.
the book receives  4 stars  out of 5 only because it slowly loses its momentum in the story. Thus in the end, the reader reciebes a simple conclusion Instead of a creative and more meaningful one.

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Question: Includes Insight into Jedwabne-Like German Non-Recording of All Their Massacres

The diary of the Pole, Kazimierz Sakowicz, is unique in that it is the only known surviving diary that records the mass shootings of Jews by Germans (and their local collaborators) in the wake of Operation Barbarossa. Sakowicz and Editor Arad note that the Karaites, a Jewish sect, were declared non-Jews by the Nazis and spared. (p. 18). The shootings at Ponary (near Wilno) were not only of Jews, but also of Poles, especially prominent ones, and later of members of the Polish Underground. Sakowicz quotes some Shaulists who said that Jews about to be shot cry and plead for their lives, while Poles don't. (p. 114).

In early October 1943, Sakowicz recorded the practice, by Germans and their Lithuanian (Shaulist) collaborators, of separating the last few Jews from those massacred before their eyes, and (briefly) sparing their lives in exchange for their going out and uncovering fellow Jews in hiding. He commented: "It seems that separating 4-5 Jews and temporarily offering them their lives yields good results for their executioners...excellent results for the executioners and a fatal ending for the Judases." (p. 127). (How many cases of fugitive Jews not surviving the war, automatically blamed on Polish denunciations, were actually the deeds of Jewish denouncers--coerced or not?)

On another subject, Editor Yitzhak Arad discusses a particular group of shootings, the largest of which was labeled an anti-criminal action despite the inclusion of child victims. He comments: "Six small Aktionen, the last in the first great wave of murder that began with the occupation of the city, were conducted in Wilno in December 1941. There is nothing in either Jewish sources or the Einsatzgruppen reports about an Aktion in late November or early December that would correspond to Sakowicz's December 5 diary entry about 360 prisoners, mainly women and children." (pp. 40-41).

Now consider the fact that Jan T. Gross has argued that the Germans couldn't have been responsible for the massacre of Jews at Jedwabne because, according to him, no Einsatzgruppen or other German records mention the Germans as committing the deed. His argument is, at best, an argument from silence. Moreover, the deeds recorded by Sakowicz show that the Germans are perfectly capable of massacring at least hundreds of people, yet for one reason or another failing to record that particular event in their Einsatzgruppen or other reports. [Note also, for purpose of numerical comparison, that the number of Jedwabne victims was very likely less than 360.]

The massacres of Poles at Naliboki and Koniuchy by Soviets and Jews are beyond the purview of this diary. However, Editor Yitzhak Arad candidly admits that: "Jews constituted a substantial proportion of the Soviet partisans in Rudnicka Forest." (p. 125).

Editor Arad excuses the banditry of fugitive Jews by saying that they needed to live. (p. 92). What he forgets is the fact that the local non-Jews also needed to live--to retain their possessions in order to survive the occupation. Moreover, Jewish bandits were very aggressive, and not lacking in provisions. Sakowicz comments (July 1943): "...attacking individual houses in the villages and even whole villages (Zwierzyniec). They also carry out attacks on the roads...They stole shoes and food and are ruthless. The villagers escaped and begin to defend themselves, turning Jews over to the Lithuanians...a manhunt...About 30-40 Jews were killed...Both the Jews and the Bolsheviks are well-armed...The attacks by Jews were not dictated by necessity, that is, lack of money. No, during the manhunt the Lithuanians found considerable sums of money on the bodies...In the forest, there are cows..." (pp. 95-97).

Unfortunately, Sakowicz's diary breaks off in late 1943, probably because more recent entries have not survived or been located. He was killed later in the war.

Good light, it would be nice for the light to have an adjustment for the timer for the bright mode. Or a manual auto button.

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Question: liked it but wonder why the summary of the fourth novel is in the description for this book

I recently bought this novel along with two others and doesn't take too long to read with 225 pages (I think it took me a little over an hour to read through it, though I tend to go through a book quickly when it's short). The inside cover page features a colored illustration while the others in the novel are three black and white images and a sketch illustration at the end of the book. The book's size is small enough for comfortable reading and the chapters are separated with title pages. Overall I think the story was good, though the ending fight seemed resolved quickly and the afterword for this novel has a short comic strip about Ed.

*NOTE: I was looking around for information about the novels and thought it was odd that Amazon and other websites I looked at had the summary of the fourth novel (Under the Faraway Sky: [...] for the summary of this novel. The copy I bought was not titled "To Each His Own Bonds" like the image on here (my attached images are of the version I received without a Vol 5 on the cover and titled "The Ties That Bind", which I'm guessing was the version included in the 27 volume box set of the manga).

Many people have complained about the "atheist" or "agnostic" theme of these books. I say that they are wrong... there clearly IS a God in this book, he's just not a good guy. Instead, this book is a good way to introduce your child to early Christian thought, including that of the Gnostics, who seem to agree more with this book than atheists.
As far as the book is concerned, I always found it a little difficult to read, and the concepts were a bit slow going. If your kid doesn't like to be challenged, then he or she should not read this book. However, if you're willing to put a little bit of effort into reading, I think the payback is worth it. Children don't renounce their religion because of a book, not if they've been raised correctly.

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Question: Young Gay Readers Have A New Source of Positive Gay Images!!

A song from the musical FANTASTIKS was entitled TRY TO REMEMBER, and a line in the song refers us to remember "...when you were a young and callow fellow...."  Charles Raines writes a nearly lyrical novel about such a young and callow fellow...living in Marseilles where he's translating a "best seller" into French.  The young Englishman is dapper, attired in suit and tie daily, but has an emptiness within that drives him out to sit in a cemetery on a bench where he meditates on his life's need for peace and love.  A man comes along....  In other scenes our hero actively seeks contact with other males for relief from the tensions building in his vibrant youth.  Poignant bittersweet English lessons to a petulant adolescent boy transform into  exquisite arousal and passion.  Walks in the Arab quarter lead to sudden explosive sensual encounters.  The whole time the main character is relating from an intimate first person point of view all the surging and swirling emotional needs and reactions to his world slowly moving toward a climactic resolution which leaves the reader breathless and heated up grandly!  Available on Amazon STRANGER IN TRANSLATION is a clearly written delightful novel. The love making is tastefully presented yet rises to the standard of stimulating the reader to pleasurable visceral responses.

I believe this book is so tastefully and well written that it would be suitable for mature adolescents, especially those who are aware of their sexual orientation and in need of positive images of gay life, not sorrid exaggerations of sexuality.  Charles Raines is like a kind counselor as he takes you into his vision of male-male love and he paints a very hopeful portrait of our future as gay men.

I would say that Charles Raines will be swept up in a whirlwind of popularity with younger gay readers.  Such a long time waiting for the answer to this need in the gay community.

Check it out! The novel is about 80 pages long, a crisp read, and intro offer of $ 0.99 cents!  Amazing! And PRIME MEMBERS like myself can read it for free!  This is a book to tell your friends about.

This is your typical white shower curtain. I usually buy the ones with metal rings on top but I ordered this and my kids haven't destroyed it yet. I have had it for a week and it is still in great condition.

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Question: Be Afraid - Be Very Afraid

Fears - everyone has them. Some may be rational, some not. But we all have them. In her latest book, "Exposure", by mistress of suspense, Brandilyn Collins, fear is brought to life. This book scared the crud out of me! As usual, Collins is masterful at weaving suspense, drama, tension and twists and turns together in a way that absolutely grips the reader. The pace is fast and it is incredibly difficult to put down.

One of the things that I love so much about Collins' books is the way she crafts the power and faithfulness of God into her stories without being preachy or over-the-top. In "Exposure", she shows us how the power of faith over fear, and good over evil, does triumph in the end. Yes, in fiction and in life, there are boogeymen out there, but the will to survive and the power of Christ can certainly overcome.

"Exposure" is a stand-alone book, not a part of a series (though I could certainly see it becoming one). It is fantastic! Do I recommend it? Yes . . . With a disclaimer:

If you are easily scared or somewhat paranoid, maybe this book isn't for you. For the rest, get it. Read it. With the doors locked. During the day. With the lights on. And be sure you're not alone. Buckle up - it's quite a ride!

Well-made, look nice, but haven't put them on yet because I need a drill.

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Question: No more ruined slacks

I ordered this "apron" for my husband to use when working on his woodworking projects.  The fit is generous and the material is sturdy.  He loves all the pockets--both at the chest level and larger ones at the waist.  I even threw it in the washer/dryer and it came out good as new (except for the glue and paint stains).  His only complaint is the method for securing around the neck and waist.  Would be easier if the (waist) straps secured in the front where he could easily reach (and see)them.  Otherwise, we are both pleased with this purchase and Amazon's fast service.

Not really happy with this center punch, when compressing the spring, often times it will not release and punch, it kind of sticks,  maybe I just got a bad one, maybe LaCasa could send me one that works ?

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Question: Failed after 4000 miles now motor is shot!

Chain failed after 4000 miles and took out the motor since it's a interference motor. Pistons hit the valves which bent them, broke the cam hold downs and now the motor is bad. No help from the company to help replace the motor since its their part that caused the engine to be damaged. Chose to buy their part since it had a 5 star rating but I would pass since the part failed and no help from the company. Had to choose 1 star because it won't let me choose none.

After the first use, pieces of the tripod became dislodged, making it difficult to set up and take down. Each of the leg extension joints has two small plastic pieces that fit against the leg, so that the leg can be lengthened. (Leg extension is the part that has to be screwed/unscrewed to adjust the height of the legs) These plastic pieces help create a secure fit when the joint is tightened. If unscrewed too much, the whole joint comes loose, and the two small plastic pieces fall out.
All this to say -- with this tripod one has to take care to loosen the joints only a little bit, so that the joint does not come loose. Otherwise, expect to spend some time carefully reassembling the plastic pieces back into the joint. In the field, I am typically trying to set up the tripod very quickly. So I have dislodged several of these pieces in just 2 uses. Three legs, four joints each. Returning the tripod.

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Question: Tightened the screw and it worked better than before

Worked well for trimming my 3 Burmese Mountain dogs. Struggled a little to get through their thick winter coats a little. Noticed some rattling when I switched out blades at one point. Removed the blade and noticed a loose screw. Tightened the screw and it worked better than before. Does get hot to hold near the blade after about 15 minutes of use, but adjusting my grip worked fine. Cools quickly when shut off. Would recommend it!

somewhat dated, but well written and a good historical perspective to the effect of the computer in today's society.  Strongly recommended.

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Question: Product is great quality, a little small.

Product is excellent quality. The slipper runs a little small (my husband is a 7.5 and these are snug on him.) I'll need to stretch them.

.This movie has funny parts. Julie Andrews can't get a regular job as a singer, but can get a  job as a singing at a gay bar dressed as a male
James Garner falls in love with her but thinks she is guy.  Later he is happy to find out JUlie is really a women.

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Question: Perfect fit and good quality

Perfect fit and good quality, much cheaper than the local parts store and seems to be the same product, would recommend to anyone

Good stuff, but this is a BIG brick, not the small ones you find at the local big-box store. Same great taste, but takes a lot longer to use up. Keep that in mind.

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Question: Clean Pages That Are Not Too Busy!

So many planners are too busy with narrowly spaced lines on the pages that even before you write they appear crowded.  I like the open space in this planner that allows me to write without feeling like I am cramming print between lines.  I use this for a homeschool planner for my two boys.  I add a diagonal line thru the subject boxes and it gives me area to record both of my boys school work.

Faultless smooth transaction, would do business again.
Highly recommended.  I was more than satisfied  with the quality of the product.

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Question: Bluetooth has an issue

The bluetooth does not work consistently. Sometime it lost connection. Otherwise, great product.

Great boots! Just what I was looking for. Very comfortable and lots of tread for snowy days. Two thumbs up!

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Question: Small Town Politics, Drug Deals, Stalkers, Family Drama, and a Second Chance Romance

Summer Butler is a television star whose star has fallen. When she was a teen she played a teenage private eye whose signature line was "Gotcha." But ten years later she can't find a job, her manager mother ran off with all her earnings, and she is about to lose her house and lose the family farm. Salvation might be at hand if she is willing to go the route of reality TV...

Summer finds herself in her hometown of Sweet Briar, Alabama where her first boyfriend, and the only man she's ever loved, is now Chief of Police Luke Montgomery and the lady at the diner runs a Facebook page filled with local gossip. She is reunited with her cousin Dixie who is playing her assistant and the grandmother who disowned her when she couldn't leave her film site in Southeast Asia to attend the funerals of her grandfather, aunt and uncle when they died in a fire Dixie was convicted of causing.

Summer arrives to find that most of the cases that she will be working on for the show have been set up by her incredibly ambitious producer. The cases range from a missing person to finding out which neighborhood pooch impregnated another. She spends most of the time on the case of the missing man. Otto Olson drinks and going missing for a few days isn't unusual but his sister is concerned because he has now been missing for a week.

Summer, Dixie and their cameraman Bill are secretly trying to solve the case of Otto's disappearance even after the producer has made them move on to other cases. When they find Otto's body and the bodies of two other men, Summer knows that they might have bitten off a little more than they could chew. But despite Luke's orders to leave the investigation alone, Summer needs to prove herself.

This story had small town politics, drug deals, stalkers, family drama, and a nice second chance romance. Summer is a great character and I look forward to reading more of her adventures.

Received headphones and the sound quality is good. However, the feedback I received from caller's during my conversations were that they couldn't hear me from the background sounds. I was in my car with no radio on and the other times at home with television volume at approximately 11.  Seems it picks up every sound. Frustrated, I'm going to give them away and search for another pair.

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Question: Hands Down The Best Book I've Ever Read, Bought, and Owned!!

Hands down the best book I ever read and/or own! This book is great for everyone. This is a owners manual to life. Everything in this book useful. For a bachlor like myself this is a life saver. It has everthing in this book! I mean "everything"! From cooking, home remedies, kung fu, wilderness survival, and yoga. You name it this book has it! This is very usful to anyone. Also for a outdoors man like myself this is by far the best survival guide I ever purchased. I bought and read many outdoor survival books and guides before and this is far better than any I own. Much more useful than actual military survival guides(I have many of these and they don't compare to this book) Not being a Army Ranger or MacGyver type I found this book to be the best book ever because its practical, useful, and very to the point. Its written so simple a child could use it. I sure wish I had this book when I was a kid. I can't tell you how much I learned from this book. I tried many thing in this book and they WORK! Everything has a picture to it. This book helped me out so much its unreal! There is just so much usful info in this book. Also I love the asian theme. The book is very illustrated and entertaining as well. This book makes it fun to learn with funny captions and pictures too. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!  I recommend this book to everyone, young or old. Great for people anywhere and people that travel. I kept this book on my coffee table and my guest paid more attention to the book that me! Also I had to literally pry people's hands off my book before they left out the door with it! You just have to get this book its way worth the money doller for doller! Trust me you won't be wasting your money or regret buying it!

So far have added to cup of fresh brewed coffee and it is delicious!  Will be making icing later today!  Thanks for organic choice!!

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Question: These work great. My sons play with them all the time

These work great. My sons play with them all the time. They build towers as tall as me hahah. So great. Definitely recommend them. I have already purchased more to ass to their collection

It's about on par with other mice in its price range.  It's nice and compact, reasonably comfortable and has a nice compact receiver which stores conveniently in the body.  So why only 3 stars?

Well in the grand scheme of mice, it's pretty average.  I've been using the Logitech VX Nano for a while and the Verbatim isn't even close.  I know the Logitech costs $30 more.  But it delivers a whole lot more performance too.

The Verbatim has no speed scroll and no extra buttons for scrolling forward and backwards through web pages.  These buttons are extremely handy and more than worth the extra cost to have.  It feels a little bit cheap in its construction, and I've also noticed that the pointer on the screen tends to drift even when the mouse isn't moving.  The mouse is on a level surface and I'm not even touching it and I'll see the mouse pointer start to slide across the screen.  This only happens when the Verbatim mouse is plugged in, so I have to assume the problem is related to it.

All that being said, if you need a bare-bones mouse you could do a lot worse than this one.  It isn't a bad mouse.  It just lacks key features that I consider essential.  I'd pay extra for a more full-featured mouse.

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Question: The ice cream came out perfect. It kept its consistency and no ice crystals ...

I ABSOLUTELY adore these containers.  About two years ago I started my journey creating homemade ice cream.  I used every rubbermaid and gladware product on the shelf to try and store my ice cream, but to no avail!  I always ended up with frozen particles on the top and the ice cream itself also over froze into a block in which I had to shave to even get my content out.  One might argue that it had to do with my ice cream recipe, except I saw an add for this product and decided to try it anyway.  I assumed I could use it for any number of other delicious creations if it didn't work with my ice cream.  My first time using the Tolovo Tub I used an ice cream maker and just put it directly into the container to freeze.  The ice cream came out perfect.  It kept its consistency and no ice crystals formed.  The second time I used my Tolovo Tub I directly added the ice cream custard mix in and placed it into the freezer.  Much to my surprise, again, my ice cream was perfect.  It stayed creamy and no ice crystals formed.  I've since bought several more tubs and I've had my homemade ice cream left in the freezer for months and its still fresh when I open it.  No ice crystals.

I highly recommend this product to the home ice cream maker!

I am not a beer drinker but I AM addicted to ice! Year 'round, I keep ice at my side. All containers I tried quickly melted the ice. With the Growler I am able to keep ice for over 36 hours. It does not melt into a big blob either. The cubes, from my free standing ice maker, remain individual and easily pour out of the Growler. Thank goodness for the Growler! Can't wait for summer to try it at the beach. I have to end with, my husband suggested using it to keep soup warm. I tried it and when poured several hours later, we had to wait for it to cool prior to eating! (this is my first time to review anything on Amazon and I am a Prime member, purchasing things several times a week. Trust me, the Growler is good!)

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Question: Fascinating new information

I must admit I am a little bent that the public forum does not discuss both sides of history, from a Biblical as well as the dominant modernist starting point.  I found this book to be very well tied together and footnoted thoroughly.  Anyone who acts afraid of reading such a book to challenge and optimize their core beliefs is either afraid of real truth or an ignorant nitwit.

I love this lettuce knife.  Its sharp enough on the end to cut out the core!

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Question: Pleased with how well case is made-not cheap looking

Case arrived on time. Pleased with how well case is made-not cheap looking. Fits snug and protects all sides of phone.

These lights fit my under the cupboard fixtures in our kitchen. Since our fixtures take a total of 18 of them, replacement can be very expensive if I bought them at local hardware stores. These are fairly inexpensive and seem to last just as long as the brand-name bulbs.

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Question: Finally a great shoe rack!

I love this shoe rack. I usually ask my husband to put things together for me but I was so excited about this show rack that I couldn't wait. I tried it myself and it was SUPER easy. It's lightweight but sturdy enough to serve its purpose! It's holding about 40 pairs for me which includes boots (so I left one shelf out) and my husbands shoes (which take up more space) I have mine I my closet but with the cover down you it can sit out in your room and still look nice. I'm definitely satisfied with my purchase and would recommend this item to anyone.

I needed a device that would let me be able to answer my cell phone at work that didn't tie up my hands since I'm a software developer, but I've been putting it off for while since It's been years since I've worn one of these and they were just so uncomfortable. You remember what I'm talking, the big bulky Bluetooth ear pieces people use to have in their ears with the big loop that went over your ear. Not only were they uncomfortable but they also just looked goofy coming down your chin. Well it's been getting more and more important for me to find something so I decided to look for something small that didn't stick out like a sore thumb. Pretty much the only thing I could find small was real expensive until I ran across this. From th pic it looked bigger than most of the more expensive ones but since the price was right I decided to give it a shot. When I got here and and I opened it I was shocked what found inside. This thing is beyond mini, it's just plain tiny. My hair is decently long so when I put it in you can't even tell I'm wearing it. It does feel like it could end up falling out but so far I haven't had that happen and it's actually comfortable. I'm so glad it doesn't have to go around my ear.

As far as functionality wise I did have a little trouble pairing it but that is only because I don't look at instructions unless I have no other options. I finally realized I had to hold the answer button until until the lights are flashing blue and red. Then I just had to go to my phones Bluetooth settings and select the device and I was ready to go. First thing I tried was playing music on it to see sound quality and I was amazed with the sound that was coming from this tiny speaker. It is just plain perfect and I will probably now be using it to listen to music than anything else. I then got my dad to call me. I pressed the answer button and no surprise I could hear him perfectly. I was a little nervous every about the mic being so far away from my mouth, but he said it sounded perfect and that he wouldn't of known I was on it if I wouldn't of told him.

All in all this is a perfect device for anyone that's wanting a comfortable and cheap way to wirelessly listen to music and to make and answer calls without ever having to touch your phone. Just plain amazing.

 I was given a discount on this product for my honest and unbiased review and that is exactly what this is. I have no ties to this seller or manufacturer. I am not getting paid for this review nor has the seller try to convenience me to give only a positive review. I knew just as much about this product before purchasing it as any other buyer here. I know buyers have been seeing a lot of these disclaimers in reviews lately on Amazon, and I've seen other reviews stating these reviews are fake. I honestly can not speak for other reviewers, but if they are anything like me i assure you they are giving as honest of a review as anyone else and they usually have better more detail reviews than anyone else so please don't skip over them thinking what they are saying is not true.

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Question: My favorite rosewater spray!

Favorite facial toner, I love to use it to sheer out more full coverage foundation as well!

I have the traditional version with a shoe backing. I ordered the same size, but it's a little harder to fit the top of my foot through on this pair.  Next time, I would size up.

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Question: Comfortable But Squeaky

This sandal was very comfortable, but for walking around an office all day, definitely wasn't as quiet as I needed (or expected it to be!) and I couldn't live with squeaking around an office.

Definitely a nice style and color, but just not for me!

Very fun, more durable than I thought it would be, glad it doesn't play music, good manageable size, the crinkle paper has held up well.

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Question: I would have given the product a 5 star review ...

I would have given the product a 5 star review but the package was CRUSHED! Thankfully the product wasn't crushed and it took over a month to get it. The light is universal of where you can place it because it is rechargeable, the charge doesn't last all that long.

I've read Public Enemy Zero and was expecting something as thrilling as it is, but was very disappointed.

The idea of the book is very interesting, but the plot itself isn't well structured.

First, there is the Damien character which is SO smart and has millions of dollars, marksmanship with long range rifle, magician and is very loose in the plot itself, but at the same time a major piece of it.

The book starts to loose grip with the angel killer itself (about the middle of the book) a scenario that was forced too much.

I'll read the others books from Mayne due to the Public Enemy Zero, but this one could have been a lot better.

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Question: I like having many bobbins for each color of thread that ...

Work well. I like having many bobbins for each color of thread that I use, so I don't have to wind all the time or wind over thread, which is not good for your machine, my sewing machine book say's.

This book is an excellent book as far as I am concerned. I like the way this book is laid out, when I need something specific, I can look in the Table of  contents  and problem solved.  Without those clear diagrams, I would find it very challenging.

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Question: Great new idea in bag closures

I really like this design.  Beats the heck out of clothes pins or bulky bag clips.  Easy to store and slips on really easy.  The variation of sizes is especially good.  I originally was given just the large size by a friend and that worked well but having the smaller sizes looks better.

I kept waiting for it to get better but it didn't.  One thousand pages is a long wait for a book to be good.  Blah!

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Question: It's built like an elevated revolving cake-stand

As anyone can see, the item is absolutely gorgeous, but it is structurally unsound. It's built like an elevated revolving cake-stand, & it broke tilting to one side with the mere weight of spice jars after 12 hours in my cabinet. I heart a popping noise, & I found the Glass pedestool had cracked away from it's base. Lousy design!!

Rembrandt discontinued their peroxide whitening toothpaste over a year ago, Finally something that compares! For best results hold in in your mouth as long as possible after brushing.

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Question: I bought these for my father, and once he ...

I bought these for my father, and once he gets the on he loves them, but they are hard to put on...

Awesome book. Great writer who isn't afraid to do some soul searching while keeping it humorous, yet honest. Not only did I learn a lot from this book, but so many things he discovered and talked about were easy to relate to. Perfect blend of a travel essay, introspection, and cultural history. Deep book, but still a fun read.

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Question: I bought them for my grand kids because you never know about them Zombies?????????

I Bought them as gifts for my Grandkids, the Knives are very well made, and the Zombie Theme is Popular with Young People, and they really liked them.

I found the beginning to be very slow and cumbersome.  The ending was disappointing.  Character development was mediocre and disappointing.  Some of the events didn't flow; there seemed to be gaps that were never seamed.  The affair between Skrim and Pella made absolutely no sense and did nothing to the plot, especially when she and Schwartz resumed their relationship.
I would not recommend it.

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Question: Just another outstanding work by Sanford

I have read, with total satisfaction, every one the previous 'Prey' works.  Same result with this one.  I anxiously await the sequel.

Seems to be a better design than my last one, which required batteries and had a button that the case broke on.  The new doorbell has a sensitive touch pad for a button.  also, the chime is loud and clear.  The unknown factor is how long it will last.

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Question: a great childrens movie

a great childrens movie , your children will love this one , the action , the animation , the story line ,

This mug is exactly as advertised.  It looks good and feels solid in the hand.  If you are in the market for a copper mug, I highly recommend this one.

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Question: Fascinating character study

I found this movie to be a more accurate, and less romantic, depiction of life aboard ship in the days of sail. It was often brutal, extremely difficult, and for better or worse, captains had absolute power. Benedict Cumberbatch's performance was brilliant! I felt that he humanized a fairly unsympathetic character, and it was fascinating to watch him grow and learn. We tend to judge these people against our own time and culture, when we should be observing them as products of their own time and place. As such, I found all the characters endlessly interesting, and enjoyed following each of their personal journeys.

Needs adapter, would be better if it were wireless.  My fault, I didn't realize this when I ordered it.  Nothing wrong with it.

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Question: FINALLY!!!  THANK YOU :)

NOT you typical love story...and thank heavens for that.  I am starting to realize a pattern; the older novels have got it right with the time period, (1970-1980's) and make for far more interesting books and help really build character.  I am SO sick of boy meets girl, girl falls madly in love with boy, whom the boy is already so crazy in love with the girl, i.e. love at first sight...right.  That only happens in the movies and for my hubby and I.  Ok, it was second sight, but it was 15 yrs ago :) What happened to playing hard to get? building a story line?  If you are someone who is enjoying the "newer" novels and like the love at first sight...this is NOT for you.

*SPOILER*
This book does contain rape (multiple times).  Violence towards women.  The H being with "other" women.  If these are a problem for you in the books that you read, then I wouldn't recommend this book.  But if you are one that can look past this and are sick to death of the new romance novel and....then this is a MUST get book.  Remember, it is a book, the imagination of the author and the author is trying to keep the story as close to the time period as possible.  Happy reading

One of my all time favorite live albums is Rainbow's late 70's opus "On Stage".  It was the album that introduced me to vocalist Ronnie James Dio who in my opinion is one of the great rock vocalists of all time.  By this time the band was really an all star project with Richie Blackmore (Deep Purple, Blackmore's Night), Cozy Powell (Black Sabbath, ELP, Brian May many others), Tony Carey (Planet P) and Jimmy Bain (Ozzy).  The band changed lineups over it's years as a performing entity, but the lineup on this album  remains what most people consider to be the classic band.  I own several Rainbow discs on vinyl, but this is the only one that I have on CD.  I think that this is their best studio album.  There are only 6 tracks on the disc, and 5 of them are classics.  The only one that does not really work for me is "Do You Close Your Eyes" which does not really seem to fit with the rest of the album.  The other 5 tracks, "Tarot Woman", "Run With The Wolf", "Starstruck", "Stargazer" and the rocking finale "A Light In The Black" are all great.  There is plenty of meaty guitar work from Richie Blackmore and Tony Cary throws in some great keyboard solos as well.  Of course Dio soars over the top of all of this with his incredible set of pipes. If you like 70's hard rock with a bit of progressive rock influence this album is a recommended purchase.

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Question: Way cheaper elsewhere

I wanted a setoff these lights for use outdoors.  The lights themselves are nice, the random blinking looks better then having sections blink the old fashioned way.  BUT, these lights are available at Lowes for less then half the price - $12.98.

These will be going back.

The author is a professor of geopolitics, and the book has strong emphasis on Antarctic governance and geopolitics. If you're interested in these topics, you will like the book more than I did. I on the other hand, would prefer the author devoted more space than he did to discovery, exploration and modern science of Antarctic.

Amazon doesn't list Table of Contents, so here it is:
Defining the Antarctic 1
Discovering the Antarctic 23
Claiming and negotiating the Antarctic 48
Governing the Antarctic 69
Doing the Antarctic science 89
Exploiting and protecting the Antarctic 109
Further reading 133
Index 137

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Question: Great product works great!

Great product, works wonderfull. I like the idea that the ring isn't closed so you can adjust it depending on the size of the bottle/cup.

Great read...twists and turns that go and on...exhausting as you find yourself immersed with the characters when reading. Just when you think things couldn't get any worse...you are surprised with a momentary sigh of relief. There comes a point when you begin to realize the 'bad guys' are possibly not the worst ones to worry about...enjoyed this book and looking forward to the next one!

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Question: Boys Will Be Boys As Long As Their Dogs Look After Them

Cookies For Punch The old rhyme that boys are made of puppy dog tails comes true for Tyler when he decides that Punch's doggie treats are irresistible. So what is a boy to do when everything seems to go wrong? That's where this hilarious story takes off. No spoilers here, but I'll just say that Tyler would be in the dog house if it wasn't for his pal, Punch.

Author, Allyn Stotz, does a wonderful job of combining humor with the love a dog has for his master in this imaginative story. And, she even includes a doggie treat recipe. in addition, there are the vivid illustrations by Jack Foster, and you definitely have a book the kids will read again and again.

I was given the opportunity to read this book for an honest review, and I give it 5 stars!

Love this remote!!! Super easy to program and reprogram - I was getting so tired of switching between the three remotes to control the TV, Cable box and receiver - this solves that and more!  Best purchase I've made in a while!  It's price point really makes it only worth it if you are need to set it up for multiple devices, otherwise a less expensive universal remote would work (I got a different one to control the TV and Roku box in the office) - but the fact that I can control my smart TV, Receiver, TV, Cable Box, Roku and Playstation with a single remote is priceless to me - especially since the volume for all of these is controlled by the receiver so I was constantly having to use at least two controllers for everything....this remote allowed me to pre-program the specific input settings on the receiver so with the push of a single button I can go from watching netflix, to watching Live TV or listening to internet radio....Would highly recommend!

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Question: Good Read-Just needed a little something else

This book has a great plot and characters. It just needed a little more finesse/detail in certain spots. I love the originality of the Male leads background story, and the female lead is quit the character. She was a refreshing part to the story. The book was steamy, and it is written well, just needed a little something more-especially at the end.

The boots are nice and a good price.  I think they run a half size or maybe while size big.

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Question: Less than a year old, used just seasonally and ...

Less than a year old, used just seasonally and the mechanism is broken.  Can not open the lid at all.

Perfect way to organize your pan lids.  I love it. Good quality and engineering.

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Question: my soccer player takes this to every practice and game it is easy to use and holds plenty of ice water to ...

Highly met expectations, my soccer player takes this to every practice and game it is easy to use and holds plenty of ice water to keep him cool. Would definitely buy again

My only regret that I didn't buy two of these.  Great product, as new as described.

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Question: Arrived on time and looks just like the old one

Arrived on time and looks just like the old one. The old one is taking a long time to start working when the switch is on. I'm about to replace it with this new one. I have to find a hex key long enough to remove the fan.

This was an awesome read!!! Never have I read a book about a vendetta that was so detailed and lasted through generations and decades of one family.
A friendship that was once very close would in one day change forever after a horrific death  of the main characters sister. It was stunning reading how one man's grief, hatred and anger devastated so many lives for such a long time,even his own family suffered !
The book is rich in detail and flicks back and forth in time from the 1940's to present day giving you insights into what was happening in each family as this feud was continuing..The work that went into this book I would imagine was extensive, but it was worth it. A masterpiece !!

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Question: A good (but imperfect) fit.

Fits my Bodum coffee press well, but not perfectly. It's more of a loose fit than the original, but does seem to work well. For the price, it's worthwhile.

pros: very easy read with a tongue and cheek style, good for a beginner

Cons: was hoping for some new information but this is the same as any other diet and fitness book. Basically to sum it up eat clean and exercise consistently and there you have it folks. She promotes paleo diet so you can google paleo diet and you will be set.

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Question: OOMA for over 3 years now

I purchased an OOMA Hub over 3 years ago and all I can say is that it has been perfect for me.  A couple of minor problem but not even worth mentioning.  On the rare occasion I have called OOMA they were knowledgeable and respectful.  An occasional call to Europe (England) is only 3 cents a minute.

The mat is much larger and thicker than the one I was using. I'm very pleased with the job that it's doing.

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Question: This bag is almost paper mache

This item was very thin and cheaply made. I immediately returned it, added a few bucks and bought a quality bag.

Scraps of Life Book Club Review:
What a lovely book!  I'm a HUGE fan of Christian Romance novel especially the books published through Thomas Nelson Publishers.  This book is in the "Women of Faith" series which works to share the message of hope and grace with millions of women across the country.

I could not put this book down.  I read it from cover to cover.  Speaking of the cover, it is beautiful! The story leads Abigail into a love adventure of big sky country in Moose Creek, Montana.  Abigail was sent from hustle and bustle of big city Chicago to check on her Aunt and to rest in the middle-of-nowhere Montana.  The writing was descriptive and the characters were very believable.  I feel in love with Abigail, Aunt Lucy, Maddy and hunky "Sexiest Man Alive," Wade.

Abigail has brought with her a deep down pain and suffering that she is not admitting and for the most part, unaware of.  She meets up with Wade & Maddy who also have deep down pain and suffering.  All three find a glimpse of hope and love in each other that is shown daily.  All three are longing for love, acceptance and forgiveness.  I love the gradual summer romance that was built up between Abigail & Wade.  Love build up joy & hope for all three and then their world crashes back in on them.

We read and experience pain which in the long run makes everyone involved a better person.  Their love is tested, the pain is dark and hurtful but it doesn't last.  Healing happens, love and hot kisses are restored and, yes, good things happen!  This book is a true example of christian romance and I loved it.  It was very predictable at the beginning that Abigail & Wade were headed into weeks and weeks of romance but the twist and turns were not so predicable!

I'm a HUGE fan of books with Reading group guides.  Thank you, Denise Hunter for including this in your book!
To read more book reviews & giveaways do a search for my blog, SusieQTpies Scraps of Life.  Thank you.

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Question: Pins for Horse Show Numbers.

Saw these and ordered on a whim to attach numbers on saddle pads and shirt backs while showing horses. I love that they're different colors to match different outfits. They're heavy enough to go through blanket layers. Even my hardened horseman husband was impressed with my findings. :)

I don't think there is the need to add any more regarding the contents of this book, because the other reviewers have already done a great job there.
The combo-pack of Steph and Lula is really a disaster waiting to happen. Besides trying to apprehend Samuel Singh and Steph's being hunted by the Carnation Killer/The Web Master they fight their way through Lula's membership with "FatBusters", Lula's new supermodel diet which might give her carnivore incisors, Steph's new haircut ("cute" or looking like Ron King, depending on how you look at it), not-so-saintlike-anymore Valerie working her way through umpteenth layers of food (having gained 70 punds during pregnancy), Grandma Bella's Italian Voodoo (her giving the eye to people) and Lula living in a size-seven white world despite of being a plus-size black woman.
I would have loved to see Lula's "King Kong thong" (nope, I am not going to give away the scene but it is on p. 145) Would also have loved to see Steph in her state of "euphoric slobbering contentment" (p. 218) or Steph's "hair disaster of biblical proportions" (p. 224).
Steph doesn't wreck cars in this book, but causes havoc among Ranger's "Merry Men" (one broken leg, one concussion and one smashed hand). Neither does Grandma Mazur pay respects at Stiva's (but has a nice spikey hairdo...hehehe).
However, Grandma Mazur still lusts after Ranger (just like every other female on the Plum-planet), the situation in her parents' house is getting even worse (with the new baby being born and Albert Kloughn moving in as well) and Steph is even thinking about having a baby.
It was good to have a little less of Grandma Mazur's antics and more of Lula's histrionics of a "retired 'ho'".
Steph's adventures may not be the most thrilling around, but they are definitely the funniest:
This book is hilariously funny from page one right to the very end. I couldn't put it down and kept chuckling right through (e.g. "genuine fake tiger", Lula in regard to her tee, p. 7), because I knew the next Plum-disaster was right around the corner and I wasn't disappointed.
Reading this book is like visiting with old and dear friends who become dearer each time you meet them.
Neither can I wait for book No. 10 in this series nor can I wait for the screen adaption!
Mrs. Evanovich got me hooked!
Result: Definitely 5 stars!

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Question: Cheaply Made and You Pay RETURN COSTS

This item is cheaply made. When it arrived the black foot pad was dirty and it fell off the second I placed my foot on it to see the size level. Only tilt adjusts.  I gave it two stars for the size. BUYER BEWARE If you return it, YOU HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET $10.95 FOR RETURN COSTS. Purchase another product worthy of customers with free return policies that stand by their product and customer satisfaction.

In the chapter on Sexuality, asexuality is not mentioned in any context.  It is completely missing from the conversation.  I would consider this a huge miss, and recommend a re-evaluation of this chapter for future versions.

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Question: Gets the job done, but...

I wouldn't expect it to last long. The pump handle is really flimsy. I feel like with just a few more uses it'll be broken.

Not too much you can say about a lawn mower part - it either works or it doesn't. This one was identical to the broken part, went on in a snap, and works perfectly.  Exactly what you want when you're just trying to get back to cutting the grass already!  Good stuff!

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Question: This zombie-hater loved it!

As one who does not watch nor ready anything scary, zombies included, I loved this book by first-time author, Hugh Williams!  I am from southern Illinois and graduated from SIUC so I enjoyed the backdrop of the story from the beginning.  I was surprised by how much I liked reading about zombies and the thoughts and actions of those who to chose to fight them.  The characters develop nicely through the story and you get a sense of the personalities of the main characters by the end.  I enjoyed the politics of it all from the author's view.  I think politics would always play a part in any apocalyptic world -- no sense trying to leave them out.  I found myself wanting to stop what I was doing to read it (I have small children - stopping what I am doing is easier said then done).  I think this was an excellent first book for a lawyer-turned-author and am looking forward to reading the second in the series.

Okay, for all the complaining I've seen in reviews for video/photo studio equipment, this stuff rocks. Set up was surprisingly fast. The equipment was sturdy and good. Cast great lighting. Teardown was easy. All went back into the boxes and case perfectly. Stores out of the way.

I couldn't be happier with this.

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Question: This solved the one shortcoming of the Kenwood HT

The one thing I did not like about my Kenwood TH-F6A was the battery recharging system.  You had to plug the power cord directly into the radio and wait up to seven hours to recharge a depleted battery.  During that time, you could not use the radio.  Furthermore, there was a warning in the owner's manual NOT to leave the radio plugged in after the batter was fully recharged or it would lessen the battery life.

I kept looking for a way around this, and finally stumbled on to the Expert Power desktop recharger and high capacity battery.  I bought both.  The desktop recharger is faster than the original charger. plus you can recharge one battery while using the other in the radio.  Even the high capacity battery will recharge in less time than you can deplete the stock battery.

I am extremely happy with both the ExpertPower recharge and battery and recommend both to anyone with the Kenwood radio.

If you are looking for nice and easy but entertaining reading this series is one I would recommend reading in sequence.

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Question: I saved $203 && no not with Geico!

My headlight went out in my Acura, went to AutoZone, priced other car stores, with tax, 1 headlight was going to cost $107, I wanted to change them both at once, so it makes it easier to remember when I changed them. Anyways, I went on Amazon & got a pair of lights for $10.59. && they work!! I am happy that I came across your store & you didn't do too much damage in my wallet!

I bought this because it was the cheapest re-chargeable mouse I could find.  I use it for work, so gaming wasn't a factor, but I see the benefits.  It's bigger than a standard cheapey mouse, which added to the comfort.  The item comes with two batteries, so that you can always have one charging while using the other. I will point out that the batteries do not last as long as regular batteries.  The mouse is only used weekdays 8 - 5, and after charging the batteries initially, I got about two work days out of them.  I would definitely buy one for home if my other wireless mouse dies (it was part of a set and isn't used nearly as much).  What's great about this is the buttons to change the DPI are on the mouse.  You can set it to three levels, which is useful when people who do not normally use a responsive mouse take hold, or when you need more precision for shooting someone in the head.  Overall, definitely a great rechargeable mouse even if you're not gaming with it.

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Question: Really good investment. It keeps my hot( I use it ...

Really good investment. It keeps my hot( I use it only for hot drinks) drinks warm for almost 8 hours. I love it and gave a couple for gifts.

Installed pump in a 1998 Monte Carlo.  Has worked without issue for 3 months.  Be sure to flush the old fluid from the system when installing the new unit.

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Question: Unfortunately the glow in the dark green looks nothing like it does in the picture

Item does what its supposed to. Unfortunately the glow in the dark green looks nothing like it does in the picture. The green is actually very dull sort of like a "glow stick".

Love this book. It was easy to read and understand. I highly recommend it.

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Question: Do not use this nude!!!

Do not use this while being nude!  Your hot dog will be grilled and burnt.

My wife suggested I get this to make fabulous pizza and all we got was burnt hot dog!

1/10 would not grill wiener again.

I use it to get wrinkles out of shirts and dresses that wrinkle easily or have been hung to dry. The steamer heats up very quickly and does the job well.

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Question: Richly Atmospheric and Enchanting

Suffering the effects of her broken relationship and the recent death of her mother, Jen Anderson has recently found herself back in the town where she grew up on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Preferring her own company and the beauty of the forest and the bird life that surrounds her dilapidated cottage instead of the gossip-mongering of the townsfolk, her only visitor is a young high school student by the name of Henry to whom she gives art lessons.

When Henry arrives for his lesson one day after school, she notices that he is not his usual self and asks him what is wrong. He tells her that his friend, Caitlin, has disappeared and has been reported missing.

Immediately, thoughts of a twenty-year old mystery are brought to mind  thoughts of her best friend Michael who also disappeared without a trace and her father who abandoned them  and she finds herself examining her own feelings of loss and disenchantment with the life she has lived.

If youve ever sat in the midst of a thicket of trees and just given yourself up to the overall beauty and sounds surrounding you, you will love this new novel by Inga Simpson which, I have no doubt, will also inspire you to learn more about our beautiful Australian flora and fauna.

A novel which I considered to be quite timely and like salve for my soul during a time in which I was experiencing a great deal of stress in my life, the themes which wind their way through the narrative such as abandonment, mental illness, loss and regret resonated strongly within me as I found myself immersed in Jens gentle soliloquy both to nature and herself.

Ingas words meander like some of the paths that Jen takes in the novel and, although at times her thoughts can be slightly dark, Inga balances this out with the beautiful birds, scenery and happiness that comes of Jen savouring the sights and sounds that she wakes up to every day, almost like opening a new gift but at the same time building her own nest.

Her skilful use of dialogue as well as Jens reflections indirectly offer up details about what has happened in her life so far which is made even more compelling by her use of third person narration.

Long-listed for the 2015 Stella Prize, Nest abounds in vivid description and detail, from Jens remembrances to the flora and fauna which surrounds her, whilst Ingas beautiful prose with poetic nuances, draws you in to the world that she inhabits.

Richly atmospheric and enchanting, Nest is, at its heart, a story about real life  survival, hope, love, disappointment and complex relationships  and how we shuffle the cards that life has dealt us.

Extremely powerful CPU that I purchased to use in a HTPC build. It runs cool and near silent, and the integrated graphics are able to play everything I throw at it. The best part is that it sips power. Highly recommended.

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Question: Bit cuts pretty well. Decent amount of carbide on it

Bit cuts pretty well. Decent amount of carbide on it. Its not as sharp as Freud bits, but it does the job well.

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World A wonderful read.  You may have to be an Iowa native to fullly appreciate the story.  I enjoyed reading about the history of Spencer..my best friend's mother was from there. I am sending the book to my friend.  :)

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Question: Not good for wedding use

Smaller than they appear in pictures - we should have looked at them closer.
Not even sure they were used.

its an ok mat but comes rolled up so tightly that i've had weights sitting on it for a week and still cannot get it to lay flat so therefore the wheels of the chair are constantly hooking it. the one we bought previously came in a flat container and we were able to  use right out of the box,

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Question: Great Series with HEA for every book.

I am loving this series.  So far I am on Book 5.  These are my favorite kind, you get your HEA but you also see the characters in the next book as supporting cast.
These books are great, you get romance, sex, and mystery.  Everything you could ask for and then some.  I haven't found an author this good since Kristen Ashley.

I met the author, Dave Kerpen, in 2007 at the first WOMMA Summit (Word of Mouth Marketing Association) that I attended. I knew from the start that Dave would be a key influencer of my education in social engagement and a valuable resource for "how to" information that is based on real life case studies and experiences. At the time, I didn't know that I would become the Board President of WOMMA or that he would become an author and thought leader on the effective use of Facebook (as well as Twitter, You Tube and more). Since that time, Dave and I have come to be good friends, colleagues, and benefactors of each others shared experiences.

In "Likeable Media" Dave gives freely of his experience and drives home the point that consumers are increasingly responsible for the success or failure of brands by what they like and what they say about our brands. Dave has filled his first book with entertaining and interesting case studies and anecdotes that make the 18 lessons easy to understand and apply. It's an ideal book for those that are just getting started, as well as semi-seasoned veterans who are looking for an edge to move them forward in ways that engage and leverage existing and new relationships. Dave is the master of "Likeability" and he shares his insights in a way that is both easy to understand and apply. I found myself noting several opportunities for our business, a northwest regional insurance company, to incorporate Dave's tips in several ways that will increase our fan base, our edge rank, and the number of "likes" that we generate.

I've already passed my copy (which still needs to be autographed by the way) along to a college student that I've helped to mentor over the past year. She'll learn more from this book in a few hours than she could possibly learn in her classes over the next year.

The only criticism that I have for the book is that there were numerous references to the agency that Dave owns and operates... so much so that I started feeling as if I was reading corporate collateral for Likeable Media (the agency). If you are able to look past those repetitive mentions and the reference to his clients, you will come away with a wealth of information that is actionable and very beneficial. Dave gives away in his book what many consultants try to sell at a premium.

Thanks Dave. And congratulations!

NOTE: The opinions offered in this review are my own and do not reflect the views of WOMMA or my employer.

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Question: Good for stacking or on petite woman or young girl

very small beads, does fit my wrist. Good for stacking or on petite woman or young girl.

Far less expensive than the one made by JBL. Materials have a nice feel to them, and the zipper works smoothly. Speaker fits very snuggly inside the case

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Question: The good: The amount of reflected light is amazing

The good:  The amount of reflected light is amazing.  In the month or so I've had it, I've had 5 people roll down their windows while driving by to ask who makes it and to compliment how visible it is.  So, do I feel safer wearing it?  Yes, absolutely, I think it increases my visibility on the bike.

The downside:  The jacket is one of the worst I've worn in terms of breath-ability.  It has vents on it, but if it is more than 40 degrees F outside, I can't wear it, it is too hot.  I commute very early in the morning, so it is often cold, especially in the winter.  I often ride in when it is 30-35 degrees without issue.  But as soon as the temp rises a little, the jacket becomes unbearably warm.  The sizing is weird.  I wasn't sure if I should have ordered a L or an XL, and I got the XL.  Some of the previous reviews were conflicting.  I'm a big guy, 6-3 and 225.  I should have ordered the L, even though I measured out as an XL based on their sizing chart.

Absolute GARBAGE! I immediately threw these in the trash. I didn't want to go through the trouble of sending them back, I was so angry. The clear film separates from the adhesive backing....USELESS. I'll never buy another thing from this company.

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