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How To Change The Batteries in an Accutire MS-4021b Tire Gauge
If you enjoyed my review of the Accutire MS-4021b tire pressure gauge, you may also be interested in how to change the battery. Changing the batteries inside an Accutire MS-4021b tire pressure gauge is...
View Article2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala Turn Signals Not Working: Solved
I recently went on a 600 mile road trip with our 2004 Chevy Impala. On the way home the turn signals stopped functioning normally. The indicator light in the dashboard would stay lit without blinking...
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Bouncing the built-in flash on a Canon 60D
There's plenty of literature out there about on-camera and off-camera bounce flash techniques. But if you don't have a powerful external flash unit for your Canon DSLR, you can still play with bounce...
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What is a Kalimba?
In case you were curious, the kalimba is a musical instrument that originated in Africa. Shown above is an alto kalimba, with 15 tuned steel bars that are played by the thumbs. This particular model is...
View ArticleAre you sick of the Kohls "sale" pricing strategy?
Isn't it remarkable how Kohls is always having a sale? My local Kohls store, for example, is always mailing out flyers advertising 50% off the entire stock of this or that. I'm not knocking it - there...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: Introduction
My 2000 Toyota Echo is 12 years old, and I feel like it's finally time to give it a review on my blog! This is the first in a series of posts that will attempt to detail my ownership experience with...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: Notes for Tall Drivers (or Why I Chose the...
I drive a 2000 Toyota Echo and I’m here to tell you that the Echo is an amazing car for tall drivers. I am 6 feet 9 inches tall with a beanpole figure, and while I do have to do a little turtling...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: Notes on MPG
Part of what makes the Toyota Echo so attractive to me is the efficiency. While you would expect an economy-class car like the Echo to be fairly frugal, even I was surprised and skeptical when I read...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: Highway Cruising & Cabin Comfort: Not Bad,...
The Toyota Echo wouldn’t be my first choice of car for a highway cruiser. Here’s why: the short wheelbase and jaunty handling characteristics that accompany it are well-suited for urban treks, but they...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: What is it like driving an Echo in the snow?
I live in the Midwest and drive a 2000 Toyota Echo sedan with automatic transmission. While you’re probably aware that it snows a lot in the Midwest, you might be curious how a economy-class,...
View ArticleToyota Echo Ownership Experience: True Cost to Own a Toyota Echo
The Toyota Echo is ridiculously cheap to own. I’ve had my 2000 Toyota Echo sedan for more than two years without a single incident of anything going wrong. Check out a few online forums on the topic –...
View ArticleBook Review: Anthony Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the...
Anthony Bourdain’s autobiographical book Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly delivers on its promise to give readers a glimpse behind the kitchen doors. It’s a work that jumps...
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Merkur 39C Slant Bar Review
I've been hooked on traditional wetshaving for over a year now and finally feel qualified to give a review of my latest toy, the Merkur 39C long-handled slant bar razor. It's shown above with the box...
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Lisle 63600 Oil Filter Wrench Review
I picked up the Lisle 63600 oil filter wrench for less than $9 at a local farm supply store and couldn't wait to put it to the test. It performed as well as all the other reviews suggested, but there...
View ArticleGuide To Buying a Refurbished Mac Computer
Part 1: Decide What To GetI decided it's finally time to replace my HP Pavillion dv5000 laptop. Since I'm sure nobody has even heard of that model anymore, let's just say it's amazing it still works,...
View ArticleA Note About Making Baked Mac & Cheese with Pre-Shredded Cheese
Just a brief note to anyone making baked macaroni and cheese. If you are wondering if you can use pre-shredded cheese in the cheesy sauce, don't do it! Prepackaged shredded cheeses have anti-clumping...
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Silhouettes Eyeglasses Frames Review
Pros:Lightweight, comfortable designNo hinges to break or bendFreedom to customize lens shapesUnquestionably stylishFairly durable, stand up to knocks and bumpsCons:Take some getting used to (for you...
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Aldi Lullabies Baby Wipes vs Pampers Sensitive Baby Wipes
Thinking about trying Aldi's Lullabies Baby Wipes, but want a little more info before testing them out? This review will attempt to compare the Aldi Lullabies wipes to name-brand premium wipes,...
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Aldi Millville Toaster Tarts vs. Kellogg's Pop Tarts: Toaster Pastry Comparison
I've found that Aldi's Millville brand toaster tarts are a cheap and tasty alternative to Kellogg's pop tarts and wanted to share my impressions of how they are different for anyone who wanted to try...
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Buying A New Vs. Used Car To Save Money
Choosing to buy a new or used car ultimately depends on balancing your lifestyle with your transportation needs. But if you’re looking strictly at the money angle, here’s my take on it.Buying Used...
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Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard Review
I recently bought the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard and thought there might be a few points that other reviews left out that I could explain. I spend all day, every day at my day job hammering...
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Diaper Bags vs Diaper Backpacks
Here's a question for all you parents out there: do you prefer a diaper bag or a diaper backpack?Photo by Dirk Franke is licensed under CC BY 3.0Here is kind of what I'm thinking most people carry for...
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Vaniply For Baby Eczema
The first months of your new baby’s life are going fine. He or she has amazingly soft skin. You’re using baby soaps and washing their clothes with gentle laundry detergent. But as soon as winter...
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Vaniply Vs. Vanicream, Aquaphor, CeraVe
In case you're curious, here are some general notes about Vaniply and a brief comparison of Vaniply vs. Vanicream, Aquaphor and CeraVe skin products. All of these products were recommended to us for...
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Tips & Advice That Work For Baby Eczema
We received a lot of infant eczema advice from friends and family. When we told them about our son’s eczema almost everyone seemed to know someone who had a child with eczema and they all recommended...
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