Music is a huge part of my life, for a lot of reasons. I have music with me everywhere: I listen to it on my computer, in my car, on my iPhone, and I even have a special waterproof radio that hangs off the showerhead in my bathroom! The only…
Welcome to a special edition of Nerdy or Novice?, our technology column! In today's installment, we will not only be sharing our thoughts on the new Linksys EA2700 wireless router, but one lucky reader will have a chance to win this router for themselves as well, so read on! In…
Are you and your family ready for the beginning of summer next month? While you plan your fun in the sun, don't forget to pack some protection from the sun, too. To help you prepare, Beyond Coastal Sun Care are offering one lucky winner a prize pack of their sunscreen…
Food gifts are one of my favorite things to both give and receive. And picking something like a nice package of quality nuts is a great option, because it's something that you can add to a lunchbox or eat as a great snack, will stay fresh for some time, and…
We're big fans of popcorn around here. Air-popped or microwaved, flavored or plain, it's all good. So when I had a chance to sample a complimentary bag of Orville Redenbacher’s brand new Ready-to-Eat Gourmet Popcorn, I was eager to try it out. This is a different kind of Orville Redenbacher…
I've always been a fan of meal supplement bars. They are so handy to have in the cupboards for a quick meal-on-the-go, to tuck into lunch sacks, or grab any time you need a quick bite. Fruition is a great new line from PROBAR that is gluten-free and combines the…
Millet isn't just for the birds! This versatile whole grain can be cooked up for use in everything from your morning breakfast to cooking into savory dishes as a filling or side. Want to try it out for yourself? One lucky Contest Corner reader will win a 5-lb bag of…
The weather is warming up, and you know what that means: Bugs. Pests come in a variety of forms, but among the nastiest are stinging insects like wasps and hornets. If you're preparing to deal with these stingers this year, then you might like to have a tool like TERRO's…
Flats-To-Go is a clever shoe product that we've featured here a few times. These portable shoes fold up and fit into a small plastic case that can be tossed in a purse for quick changes after a long day on your feet in heels. I was just telling Jai a…
It's no secret that I'm a fan of energy drinks and supplements. I'm always looking for and trying "The next best thing" for staying alert during crazy long days. An emerging market running concurrent to this that also fascinates me is the growing trend for "Relaxation drinks" - supplements that…
