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1	Relax and enjoy	While this may not be the best book in the English language, it's close. Unfortunately,so many reveiwers take Robbins literally. If the reader had any experience of the Robbins bibliography, he/she knows he's a satirist at heart and nothing, nothing at all is off-limits. To read into his work that he promotes pedophilia, necrophilia, or dancing spoons is just plain ludicrous. To those of you who can't seem to get the cosmic joke, get over yourselves. As I turn the pages of Fierce Invalids for the fourth time, I constantly ask myself where the hell that last line came from. Obviously, from the razor sharp mind and wit of a true genius. To even conjure up a cursed man crossing the desert on a wheel chair and racing toy boats in Pike Street market is beyond my imagination. The 4th reading won't be my last. I'll enjoy many more. Bravo, Tom. You are truly magic!Ron LealosAuthor of Don't Mean Nuthin'	positive
1	Wonderful and visually unmatched text!	Hricak's text is thorough, comprehensive and visually stunning. The 700 plus images contribute to an area of medicine that has been historically overlooked: the Scrotum. His use of cutting edge computer generated and digital imaging, accompanied by an austere yet revealing textual analysis make this text required reading for any medical professional or researcher working in the field of "Advanced Scrotal Dynamics". The asthetic merits of the word--scrotum--notwithstanding, the textbook and atlas is not limited to the subject of its title. It includes much needed material relating to the Cowpers Gland and Seminal Vesicle as well. Imaging of the Scrotum is a veritable feast for the eyes. Be swept up in the cutting edge academic field "Advanced Scrotal Dynamics". This is a must-read for anyone as fascinated with the field as I am!If so, then "Imaging of the Scrotum" is exactly your kind of bag!(no pun intended)	positive
0	poor writing surface, save the money	My three year old often carries the note book around now only having to pretend to use it. The writing surface works poorly after only a few hours of play. Try magna doodle or paper instead.	negative
0	Messy blender	I bought this blender because of the Krups name and the claim to crush ice and make frozen drinks. I liked the glass container also, but am very dissappointed in the fact that it leaks a lot and makes a big mess, spraying liquid out the back base. I tried changing the ring, using it wet, dry, but nothing helped. I wish I had read the reviews before I bought it.	negative
1	Best electric kettle (than similar Sanyo/GE brand)	This is my third kettle. My previous kettles are Sanyo and GE of similar capacity. And they rust(GE and Sanyo)/died(SAnyo) and explode on me (GE). For the GE the plate separating the heating element and container gave way and a loud crack, cement looking water splash out onto the four walls of the kitchen. Luckily no one is around when this happens. This aroma one is good, does not rust after months of using. Boils the water fast and does not leak. Sometimes, the 'good brands' do not always make the best products. I used only filtered water in all my kettles to prevent carbonate build up.	positive
1	Book reveals life of Bruce & Brandon Lee	This is a very well written book: straight to the point, with lots of interesting facts. This book also has pictures of Bruce & Brandon Lee (& others) that I had never seen before. A great book for fans of Bruce & Brandon Lee.	positive
0	Just a Quake 3 update	This game is graphically stunning. The textures are beautiful; the backgrounds are amazing; the fire and explosions are realistic. BUT - the gameplay is horrible. If you are a Quake 3 fan, you'll love this game because it is the exact same gameplay as that old title. But is it worth the price to essentially just buy a graphical game update? No way. On top of that, the single player mode is just plain bad. It is contrived and inflexible, leading you through the levels like you're on a leash. If you want a good single player game (with an outstanding online multiplayer game as well) I suggest Half-Life 2.Wait until this drops to the $20 range and then it might be worth it.	negative
1	We Got More	The album is a 'listen in one go' item for me. And I must say I feel sorry for you guys...I got a version of this magnificent piece of Noise, where a ninth track called: No Soul, No Fear was added.(I can only smile)René - Product:00 - EWA Productions	positive
1	Science-Fiction Fan	When I read all the books my 8th grade teacher had available (the books my teacher we like a 6th grade reading level to me), I went in search of a book. Not just any book. I was looking for a challenge and I came upon this book. I picked it up thinking, what a weird cover. I started reading it and immediatly got hooked. I bought it from the store, took it home, went to my room, and never came out for hours. When I finished the book I read it again. I can't wait to read the second book! Michael A. Stackpole is now my favorite author. Keep up the good work!	positive
1	Powerful, emotional, melodic, and moving	I like everything Sarah McLachlan has done but this is easily my favorite album of hers. In between the pure emotion and talent of Solace and the fine-tuned stylings of Surfacing, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy has that elusive mix of art and artistry that undeniably draws you to it. After years in my playlist it's still there, and no matter how many times I listen it remains untarnished by time.	positive
1	Extraordinary!	Even a voracious reader (such as myself) can sometimes be unaware of a new voice in the land....I was unaware of Barbara Kingslover, until about a month ago, when a friend of mine handed me a copy of "The Bean Trees," mentioning that I "might like it."To say that I "liked" it is extreme understatement ... This is a book I wish I had written....It's all about the beauty, the glory, the heartaches, the joys, and the realities of being a woman alive in the world today -- without heavy-handed political harangues or in-your-face proselytizing. Instead, this book is filled with wisdom, warmth, out-loud laughs and a quiet, satisfying inner recognition of all that is truly wonderful in a woman's mind, spirit, heart and life.I've found a friend in Ms. Kingslover. I wish she lived next door	positive
1	Jump blues, at it's rockinest!	Talk about rockin' jump blues, these sides feature Watson's hot guitar riffs, and hsi appealing rough vocals, that sound so hip and cool! Most of the tracks feature plenty solo space for Watson's unique and creative and even improvisational playing, all the tracks, or at least most have big band backing, or at least a few wailin' horns in the background. this is a rollicking set, and swing dancers will love the livlier tracks, and even the laid back ones rock! Exellent cd, buy thsi along with 2 Hours Past Midnight, and The Very best Of...	positive
0	Not working at all!!	This cable should be cheaper. It is too expensive for poor quality. It works only one way! I am disappointed.Update from 2 stars to 1 star!Only after a few days. It is not working at all. It shows like it is charging, but it doesn't. After some time it will pop up warning message on my iPhone 5: "Charging is not supported with this accessory".Don't waste your money.	negative
0	Makes my eyes burn horribly	I own an old bottle of Alba SPF 30, in a bottle that looks just like this. It's a couple years old, and about empty, so I ordered this one.I was so disappointed, because they have changed the ingredients. This one makes my eyes burn HORRIBLY once I get my face wet after applying it. Traditional sunscreen does the same thing, but none of my organic sunscreens, including my old Alba green tea 30, ever had that effect. I won't even be able to use up this bottle because it was so painful. Why did they have to take a great product and make it worse?	negative
1	Powerful	I just recently finished reading this book. I thought that it was a little different than Sparks' others but different in a good way. The main character is young in this story and Sparks does a wonderful job transforming his adult-like vocabulary to a teenage voice. I would recommend this book for all of those who love a little cry every now and again.	positive
1	Durable	360 Red is the best fragrance i've ever bought and the scent lasts all day with just a couple of sprays.	positive
1	Good book to learn how to reach more distance	This is good book to improve your skiills on surfcasting, not surf fishing.This book will not tech you techniques on surf fishing, it will do verywell what the title says: "Surfcasting".i liked they way it is explained, information about knots, tackle needed.Pros:Recommended tackle for the beginner and upgrades once skills are improved.Several explained casting techniques.Tips for more distance and long distance fishing.lot fo drawings and just the necesary pictures.Cons:At least should include information about what is the right tackle for long distance fishing(in terms of hooks, weight shapes and lures, hook to weight distance and configurations) and some drawings about how to attach them.Highly recommended.	positive
0	Sad	Frankly, I cannot believe someone put time and or effort into this work. I bought this in a bargain bin (no wonder...) and it is a collection of various people wrecking morricone tunes. Think sound quality on par with those little donkey kong hand held games beloved by kids in the 80s. It sounds like primitive midi-orchestrated synth cheese. Do not under any circumstances by this.	negative
0	Two good songs and a barrage of below average garbage.	High Noon and It's on Me.....thats it. Plus a cover from a good band Forkboy (Lard). Yet another below average album from this below average band.	negative
0	Broken after two uses on a 16 lb dog.	I purchased this brand of retractable leash thinking that it was a quality product, especially after seeing the very poor reviews that other retractable leash brands received. Unfortunately, I only managed to get two days of use out of it, two walks with my 16 lb dog and the belt frayed and nearly tore in half. Very disappointing.	negative
0	Too long to ship out	Why is this item taking so long to ship out? Most items I have ordered in the past are shipped out the next day or two. I am on the verge of cancelling this item and going to my local store to make this purchase.	negative
0	nut driver	I bought these because i had a set of craftman drivers ,with the colored handles. These are not as good as those. I would have gotten the Craftsman or klein set but i dont like the smaller handles, on the smaller drivers and no color on the handle. The Stanleys are not marked on the ends either.	negative
0	This is no Robin Hood.	This book is entertaining at first, with multiple parallel stories. However, in the beginning of the second volume, it starts to get a little crazy. The protagonists are constantly drunk or eating mountains of meat. They are often crude and without reason, acting like bullies to those who do not sate their appetites. There are several events that make the protagonists extremely unlikable. It is outrageous how one of the protragonists would stick his neck out to help one organized crime boss over another, thinking that he is actually doing something righteous. In another instance that same character not only takes revenge on those who wronged, but also kills the women and children that live with them. He goes on to kill several more innocent people, and all the while gets off scott free. I just couldn't read anymore after that.	negative
0	Already leaking at two years!	I loved this teapot and have owned it for a little over two years. I use it almost daily. Last week, I found that it was leaking just under the spout---all over the counter. Apparently, the weld isn't holding. I contacted [...] from whom I purchased it on 6/24/10. Today is 6/29 and I have had not reply to my inquiry about returning it to them. At about $50 (including the shipping), I'm not happy and unfortunately cannot recommend this pot to anyone and am not too happy with this distributor, either.	negative
0	Very Slow Going!	I tried to get into this book because of all the rave reviews. It just seemed to be a painful slow journey the writing does not resemble Tolkien to me. But that is my opinion.	negative
1	A GREAT book	This is a tremendous book that will help you understand HOW certain positions obtain in the middlegame, and how to navigate them. This book helped me understand practically every positional and tactical concept I'd previously encountered.	positive
0	It made me disoriented	After a couple of days use ( one pill/day ) this stuff seamed to make me disoriented. This product may be useful for others, though not for me. Two days after I discontinue use, the disorientation was gone.	negative
0	no assembly directions!!! and impossile to reach manufacturer	can't use it if I can't put it together and I'm not experienced enough to do it without assembly directions. can't get in touch with the manufacturer either to arrange to have directions mailed to me. VERY FRUSTRATING!!	negative
0	absolutly uninspiring!	this is NOT the original johann strauss orchestra - what a cheat!!!compare horrible andre rieu recordings and cheap entertainment with the wonderful timeless recordings of the original vienna johann strauss orchestra.The Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra: Edition 4, Manuscripts - Conductor: Franz Bauer-Theussldont go for this release - there are wonderful releases available from the vienna philharmonic orchestra and the original vienna johanns trauss orchestra - god knows why this release appears first, it is totally uninspiring ...	negative
0	Awful	I can't say enough bad about this book. Fortunately I only paid $1.00 for it at a used book store. A silly story written to please those with execessive macho proclivities, I guess. Given that he had written Absolute Power on which the movie was based, I stuffed the urge to throw it away many times as my reading progressed, thinking I'd come to some redeeming value. I didn't. Now I'll throw it away.	negative
0	GE DECT 6.0 SS wall mounted telephone	In my 70 years, this is by far the worst purchase i have ever made. Handset feed=back when on speaker fone unless your 3 - 4 feet away. Voice mail can only delete if you disassemble all the menu items. This has turned me off GE and its Product line. I will look elsewhere.	negative
1	Canon Lens hood EW78BII A Must	As I stated in my review of the 28-135mm IS USM lens, this Lens Hood is a must. Surprising, the quality of the hood surpasses its relatively inexpensive price.The interior felt tended to pick/up some unwanted debris, but I found a good Oral B tooth brush (no floss needed) to fix the problems. Hey, we live in a filthy world!The only real negative I will mention: not one Camera store in NYC stocks the Lens Hood. There I was with a piece of cardboard in my hand trying to block out the sun - looked real Photo 101. I recommend getting the Lens Hood if you plan on purchasing the 28-135mm while on vacation, etc.	positive
1	A true American Hero	John Pina Craven's The Silent War is written by a genius, a patriot and an important figure of our Cold War victory. Those who have criticized the book on the basis of its chronicling of the author's recollection of his own role in the events depicted must suffer from their own inferiority complexes; Craven was there, and he played the role he played. That's history, folks. Blind Man's Bluff, which predated his book and which he did NOT write, confirms this. Finally, as one who has had the privilege and pleasure of sitting down with him and hearing some of the exploits of those he writes about, I can report that he is a true patriot and a man of peace, who did what he did to prevent war at all costs - billions but worth every penny.	positive
0	AMBER ALERT FOR EDDIE MONEY AND DICKEY BETTS VOICES!	Wow, a lot of talking. No, a L O T of talking on this concert. The sound is not even that great. Eddie Money sounded so bad I couldn't look at my TV set. That is 6 bucks I will never get back again...the only strong points were Michael Bolton and Loverboy.	negative
1	Lot's of fun...	My baby loves this gym. The bright colors really attract his attention. The blanket is really great for "tummy time"", also. We registered for this one, not really knowing how it compared with the others. I'm glad we did. It's well worth the money.	positive
1	About Time	I really loved this CD. Since I write for a living, I usually don't end up sending blathering reviews out of products I like.Unfortunately, I really liked this title, and now I must write a review:Whatever Messrs. Winstin and ERM did to pick out the repertoire - keep it up. These were inspired choices. I admired the juxtaposition of styles and it kept my interest throughout the opus.Here's the question: Why is ERM the only one's to feature such fabulous work? I listen to a lot of recordings and, for the most part, they are way too tame.Now, I am a man in my sixties and I shouldn't be jumping through hoops about this kind of stuff - but, damn it - it's really worth listening to a few dozen times - and thats a whole lot more than the other CD that came home with me the same day I bought this one.Good show!Tom WolfeNew York	positive
0	Planned Obselesence?	This little fan worked nicely for a couple summers of occasional use. Then it was slow to start up and now it doesn't work at all. It was never abused or left to run more than 6 hours at a time. Now it's worthless except to help pollute the planet. Nice work, Honeywell!	negative
1	Brittney Spears rocks my world and other fans!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	I just have to say that I love every single song that Britney has. It rocks mine and other fans world. I think of Britney as adorable and really,really,really pretty. I would say that for the people who hate Britney and her songs, well the fans and I we can say whatever we what and if you don't like her or her music it doesn't matter because for the people that like Britney,some of us don't like or care on what you say, BRITNEY STILL ROCKS OUR WORLD.From a number one fan	positive
0	They messed it up	I have the first edition of this book and it's very good. When I saw the "Premium Edition", I just knew it had to be better. Boy, was I wrong. I see from the cover that they changed authors, so perhaps that's what went wrong, but the information in this edition contradicts information in the first edition and in many cases, even contradicts the specs on the W3C web site. I've put mine up for sale as used and I'm sticking with the first book.	negative
1	Finally a butt kickin' chick vampire!	So I just got this game and so far I am very excited about it. As a girl into gore, it is hard to find an action game like this where you get to play a bad a** chick.Overall, the beginning is good. I like her attitude and some of her one-liners are cute, though a tad repetitive. Perhaps it is my own lack of coordination, but I am thus far finding it hard to control her; mostly, I find it hard to fight, suck blood, defend myself, and make the camera go in the right way all at the same time.I like the graphics and the game is addictive. I think it will be more fun once I gain better control over the actions. Though, there is an option in the setup in which you can simplify the actions and buttons.. for the less capable or coordinated players. Good game. Great action.	positive
0	boring	This was so boring that I couldn't even finish it. On the other hand it was free so I can't complain to much.	negative
1	Bought as a gift for my nephew	I bought this as a gift for my nephew and he absolutely loves it. It is fun and educational which I love, as does his mother!! i can not yet comment on its durability as he has only had it for a few days but it looks like it will last.The only slight problem is that he has a hard time opening the container and if left to play with it by himself he may over do it on the sparkles. I would suggest that this toy is definatley used with adult supervision for any child under the age of 12.	positive
1	A Christmas Classic !	What makes this album so great is its mix of the traditional Christmas carols (Deck The Halls)and popular tunes (Rudolph). It's great listening and there is a something for everyone on this disc. A wonderful addition to the holiday collection.	positive
0	Don't Bother!	After less than 1 year of very light use the sound totally disappeared! Picture is still OK, but who cares now! Will try another brand next time.	negative
1	guyton is the best book for a begginer	i am a first year student,and i think that no one else has made physiology as simple as guyton;hats off to the authors	positive
1	Rockin', Smokin' & Hootin'	This is one of my more favorite Bette Midler collections. She was so fabulous in the film and the music reminds me of my youth. I wish more teenagers today would pick up this one and LISTEN!	positive
1	Nelson returns to his guitar roots.	After almost two decades of making some of the most interesting electronic music of our time, Nelson here returns to his first love, the guitar. No words, just music, and what music it is. If you are impressed with Beck, Clapton and Eddie Van Halen, then take this disc for a spin. What Nelson does with his guitar isn't so much play it and take it on trips into his incredibly creative mind. Perhaps the single most overlooked rock artist of the 80s. END	positive
0	DVD cover a bit deceiving	This was certainly not the greatest movie, but despite my feelings on it, I did want to just point out that I found the fact that these three guys on the cover do NOT appear in the film at all to be a bit strange....anyone else think this was weird?	negative
1	great text	this is a great textbook - I have recommended it to lots of the kids I work with in churches - it is balanced and treats all the traditions with equal respect. Good readable style and good resources for further study.	positive
0	Outisde my box	Not the worst book I've ever read, but definitely not the best either. I read this as part of a book group. We all thought it was meh. There was nothing sympathetic about the main character. And honestly, I couldn't wait to be finished with it. But, it was outside of my box, so there was that.	negative
1	The Rewind Button is your friend	Okay, let's set the record straight. This movie was in concept and script a very awesome choice for the average viewer, but some scenes were elegantly pulled off, and some were just pulled off. The lead character "Josh" was a convincing complicated teenager (except if you read into it, you can tell that JRM is originally irish)and Matthew Modine is a beautifully acted older brother. Now the I already told you that the actors were great and so was the script, but the scenes were jumpy and sometimes hard to catch. Seeing the movie a second time is highly recommended, not only because the movie was wonderful, but to laugh at some pretty funny scenes (aka josh being pulled over by the chick cop).Overall? Highly recommended.	positive
1	Yum!	This is my favorite tea. Who knew strawberry tea could be so juicy. Give it a try. You will be pleasantly surprised.	positive
0	Farr fails as historian and excells as a painter with broad	brush strokes. Never before have I read such conjecture...truly, I am appalled by the liberties Farr takes in construing the facts to suit her case. Indeed, I too am of the opinion that Marie Antoinette and Fersen were lovers; however nothing concrete has ever surfaced in any correspondence before and after the Queen's death to concusively determine the exact nature of the relationship. According to the publisher, Farr makes use of previously unpublished documents...really? Which ones? Did I miss something? This message is less a review to benefit other readers than a severe admonition to Farr: you have given the public nothing with this tissue of loosely woven fantasy...seemingly your fantasy. Stanley Loomis wrote the definitive book on this subject with The Fatal Friendship. Don't flatter yourself, Farr, the "story" has been told often enough (and more accurately) before you.	negative
0	Anybody have a chainsaw?	You'll need one to cut through this wooden performance. Save your [money] and buy a John Tesh album.	negative
0	Would you spend more money for brand name salt?	Monster is a joke! You can get the same quality speaker wire for 1/10 the price. I wish consumers would get wise to Monster's scams.	negative
1	Love These	These sunglasses are awesome. They were really cheep which was good, but sometimes the leses pop out. It is ok though because you canjust pop them back in.	positive
0	Friends don't let friends play World of Warcraft	This game is really, really addictive. The sad thing is it's only moderatly fun because it get's very repetitive. You will find yourself wasting tons of time on this game, and when you're not playing and you're at school or work, you will be thinking about playing it as soon as you get home. Buyer beware this game is worse than nicotine and crack combined. . . friends don't let friends play WoW . . .	negative
1	SD850IS sharp pictures!	I have used in the pass several different compact digital cameras and wasn't happy with the images (focus problems) so I didn't want to purchase one. I have done many pictures with a 35m Nikon camera in the pass so I know how sharp picture should look like. With this camera I have to say I have not yet made one bad picture, all pictures are very sharp with out an effort. I have done a lot of research and waited for this camera and it was worth the wait. You will not be disappointed.	positive
1	Their best CD	I love this CD/DVD. I had another of this one, but I played and listened to it so often that it eventually got damaged. I ordered another to replace it.I particularly enjoy looking at the DVD occasionally- it brings back the memories of seeing them in concert.I can't help but move, tap, sing, dance to their music it is so lively.Keep it up guys. This is the best one yet.	positive
1	Wiggly Safari Rocks!	A wonderful musical trip to the Australia zoo with catchy and informative songs. Highly entertaining for the little ones. My 22 month old daughter often chooses this video over the one with nursery rhymes.The Wiggles: Wiggly Safari	positive
1	Worth it, but not as good as I hoped	Not sure what I would have done without this scraper. The sunward side of the house needed to be scraped to the wood. All in all I went from scraping approximately 10sg ft in 2hours without the metabo, to doing the same area in less that 20 minutes.I used it on 75 year old clapboards, that I'm reasonably certain had the original paint. When the clapboards were curled inward, the scraper only really removed the worst of the paint, due to the scraper not being able to reach the paint on the worst boards. Boards that were curled out were easier, but you need to be careful not to grind them down too much. Like others have said, the guards disappeared within a couple of days of usage. I did find one guard close to 25ft away from where I was using it, to give you an idea about the power of the motor.Eye protection is a must and once the guards are gone (and they will disappear) you'll want gloves as the chips will hit your hands as they're thrown.	positive
0	Still hoping.	I ordered this coffee maker after reading the Cook's Illustrated review. I had been dissatisfied with drip coffee makers because they did not heat the coffee hot enough, and Cook's Illustrated said this machine heated the coffee to 203 degrees. I used the machine twice, and the coffee was barely 180 degrees, which is not hot enough to extract the full flavor from the beans. I also though the coffee was not as strong as I would prefer, although I didn't use it enough to experiment with various amounts of ground coffee. I sent it back for a replacement.By the way, the previous reviewer apparently had a defective unit. There was no need to twist the pot on the base to engage the electrical connection. I do agree with the reviewers who said that it is easy to make a mess with the grounds when taking the unit apart for cleaning.	negative
1	The Witness of Preaching	This is a good resource for my pulpit ministry class. It is easy to follow for the most part and is very helpful in writing sermons.	positive
0	No drivers for Windows Vista or Windows 7	Although the product description states "Supports most PC operating systems", and the technical details goes further to say "Jumperless configuration and support for all major operating systems", this does NOT include modern Windows versions such as Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008. Also, no 64 bit OS support. StarTech tech support says there is no plan to add drivers for these Windows versions.	negative
0	Customer service and product broken!	I'm completely shocked at customer service for TARGUS! They were absolutely horrible! I had bought this product 4 days ago and still could not charge it enough to get it to work for more then 45 minutes. I talked with customer service about the issue and they told me to replace the rechargeable batteries. I told them I just bought the product 4 days ago. They said if you want your product to work buy some new batteries. I ask if they would send me some and they said I would have to buy them. I told them I'll return the product and never buy TARGUS product again. Problem Solved!!!!	negative
0	One of Al's weakest	Sure, "Poodle Hat" contains the brilliant "Hardware Store" and "A Complicated Song," but it's mostly "Weird Al" Yankovic's most forgettable set of tunes, from boring originals like "Genius in France" to yet ANOTHER parody about watching TV, "Couch Potato."He squanders his greatest opportunity with "Ode to a Superhero," by finally parodying Billy Joel's "Piano Man" but wasting it with lyrics making fun of a superhero movie from a year ago! When "Running With Scissors" came out, "Episode I" had just premiered in theaters, making "The Saga Begins" a very funny and current song. But with "Spider-Man" already gathering dust on DVD shelves (not to mention HBO showing it ad nauseum), "Ode to a Superhero" is stale.So chalk up "Poodle Hat" as a big disappointment, especially since "Scissors" was one of Al's finest efforts.	negative
0	Worst Instructions for a Classroom text Book I've Ever Encountered!	I had to purchase this book for a college course I'm currently finishing. All I'll have to say is that some of the book is OK, but the authors and publisher need to hire someone who knows how to write a textbook, with clearly written instructions on how to accomplish the tasks in the book. The authors need to make sure the instructions are COMPLETE from beginning to end, and are CLEAR to the newbie, so that they can accomplish the tasks. There are come chapters that are good, and others, that I scratch and bang my head on the desk. I think that I might have been better off trying to figure out how to use the applications WITHOUT this book, unfortunately, the classroom lessons were tied to this awful book...If you are serious about learning Adobe applications, try the courses from Lynda.com	negative
1	Love it!!	I really love this lens, The closeups are great. Iv been into photography for years and always wanted a macro lens, and I don't regret getting this one. The sharpness blows me away. I do recommend this lens.	positive
0	Stopped working, very bad customer service	My Rio Karma worked fine for a couple of months. Then, without any apparent reason, it stopped working. It would freeze and prompt a message "Bar Karma" or bad hard drive. This was after the very short 3 months warranty. I called customer service several times and they were not helpful at all. I am not buying another product from Rio ever again.	negative
1	dont have a subject.	My granddaughter and I love the mystery of this program and have watched it since the very first airing. Love it.	positive
1	UNIGUE	if you are sick of the same old same old from country cd's, then check this one out! great mix of tracks, ranging from slow soft melody to rip roaring rock! this is hottest cd in my collection!	positive
0	Repetition and Tipsy	The little boy I nannied received this table as a gift and I HATED it. The poor guy would pull it onto himself every time he tried to pull up on it (the age for which the table is reccommended, I believe), and when he got up there with my help, he really wanted to read the "book". Too bad the page turns ONCE?! Why even have a book-like thingy? I was really disappointed in the top-heavy-ness of this table, and took the legs off so he could actually play with it.	negative
1	Buy it, hate it, then LOVE it!	I started off feeling kind of so-what about this book. There's lots of useful stuff in it, but most seemed pretty obvious. Not so! I found myself making lots of notes and underlining whole pages. By the time I was finished reading, I had figured out how to fix a usability problem I've been wrestling with for a long time and had lots of other great ideas! The usability solution wasn't in the book, but the inspiration WAS! This book got me to THINKING BETTER. It's been a long time since a computer book did that for me.	positive
1	PAPA ROACH DOES NOT SING HERE!!!!	Does everyone think Papa Roach sings on Anxiety? It is Pillar. Does anyone not know this? Give credit where credit is due. Papa Roach is a good band. But they did not sing on that song!	positive
1	Great little compressor, works for tires too!	I'd looked all over locally for a little compressor to keep in the garage to top off my car tires. I found either huge AC powered ones or tiny ones powered off a lighter plug. I got a clue to look for "sports inflators" and found this one, which is a reasonable size and runs off of AC with a decent length cord. I've used it 5 or 6 times in the past couple of months, and it's just what I wanted!For the reviewer who wanted specs:Weight: about 8 poundsGauge: up to 60 lbs pressurePower: 1/8 horsepowerVolt: 115V/60HzRPM: 1700AMP: 0.6 A	positive
0	Could be better	This book can be adequate for a beginner but for an intermediate or a more advanced trainer it is no good. Especially it lacked exact descriptions of many moves, and in vain it classifies many moves as 'advanced' although there is nothing 'advanced' in them. Also more precise advices on how-to-do and how-not-to-do different moves with better pictures would be a definite advantage. Additionally, weight training nutrition should be covered in much more detail. I think the next edition of this book could benefit from having a male author among the authors (nothing against female writers really). This could sometimes bring an alternative view to things.	negative
1	Interesting Reading	I loved this book as it really captured Annie Lennox for me. She's such an extraordinary woman who on one hand likes to keep herself to herself and on the other writes all her experiences down in her songs. It's amazing that she's managed to juggle family and a pop career and I hope she makes another comeback soon!	positive
0	Useless	Useless, unnecessary, and does not work. I bought because was cheap compared to the Laser Distance Measurer. I do not recommend.	negative
1	OHHH---A Picture Book!!	Somehow I missed that this was a large (12 X 8-ish) Picture Book. We will still enjoy the story, of course! Just wasn't what I was expecting. Very nice pictures!	positive
0	This and Hudson Hawk are the only two movies I have ever walked out on.	I found this movie to be dreadful. As to the people who say this is a companion piece to "Young Frankenstein" I can only shake my head in complete amazement.The gags in this are so broad, so old, that you tire of it immediately. It's nothing like the genius that was "Young Frankenstein."Brooks' problem is that he can't be allowed to work alone. He has to have someone to contain him, someone like Gene Wilder did with "YF."Otherwise he will go total Borsh Belt and with it lose an audience.Never watch this. Instead Watch Young Frankenstein, The Producers, High Anxiety, or a Test Pattern (if one could still be found in the age of cable."	negative
0	Cheaply made; Falls apart	This costume is so cheaply made. The wand fell apart within 15 minutes; the body suit is held together by Velcro and comes undone and is very uncomfortable. The "fur" is coming undone already and she wore it for a simple event for 30 minutes. The wings have velcro straps that came apart at the event and I had to rig it to stay on. I had to hot glue those back together. I bought this for my 4 yr old and I bought the bumblebee costume for my 1 yr old. I would NOT recommend this costume. Very disappointed and my daughter has to wear it 3 more times and now I have to sew it; glue it; tie it.	negative
1	Christmas Gift	This was a Christmas gift for my nieces 5 year old.... yes I said 5 year old...She just loves WKRP... That sure made her day....	positive
0	Cheap was more expensive	Bought this power supply for my research lab. Very cheap as compared to equivalent, established brands. After 6 month, and very little use with moderate load, it short circuited internally. Manufacture warranty had just expired. No reasonable repair possible, just recycle. Beware, sometimes cheap is more expensive.	negative
0	It Has To Be Seen And Heard To Be Disbelieved	The dialogue, the set design, the "performances," the plot development - What blender did it all come out of? Who sat in the screening room and thought, "Hey! The kids will love it!" It's almost as obscure and illogical as most of the performance art that I've seen. They must have had a suicide hotline installed on the set. This was shown on TCM as part of their "Underground" series, along with "Roller Boogie" on the same night. See it if you dare, or if you're a well-mannered drag queen who wants a laugh at someone else's expense.	negative
1	Funny & Irreverent	Christopher Moore makes me laugh so hard. How can you not laugh at the thought of Jesus having a best friend named "Biff"? Of course, it is completely irreverent, so if you shock easily, maybe this isn't the book for you. Biff is quite the character, with his sinning (human) ways, which plays nicely next to Jesus' very austere self. I think everyone needs a friend that keeps you in check. It was interesting to hear those gaps of Christ's childhood filled in (if not accurately, then at least entertainingly).	positive
0	Worst Movie Ever!!! (Negative 1 million stars)	This is the worst movie that I have ever seen. I wish I could get the 73 mins that I wasted watching this crap. The storyline, acting, grammar, still shots of Vegas, everything about it was horrible. Recommending this movie to anyone would be a cruel and unfair punishment.	negative
0	Does not fit video cards	I bought this cable to power an Nvidia PCIx video card. It was not the correct plug shape for the power connection on the card. I tried modifying the connector (on the cable) so that it would fit. It took some work to get it to fit but I was able to do it. I had to press the plug onto the card VERY hard. In the end I had to get a new power supply since my existing one didn't provide enough power.The new one came with the correct PCIx power connectors. So, I didn't have to use this one (thank goodness). If you are looking to power a 6 pin PCIx video card from the 4 pin power cords, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT!	negative
0	The Blue Print 2 The Gift The Curse The Waste of Money	Of all the CD'S I have ever spent my hard-earned money on this one has to be the bigest waste of [$$] ever. Today ... I purchased The Blue Print 2 beacuse of the song 03 Bonnie & Clyde and I thought if that CD is anything like that song than then it must be good...Man was I wrong. THE CD is terrible. The rhymes make no sence and after hering 5 minutes I wanted to throw it out of the window of my mothers van. I will admit I havent bought a Jay-Z CD sence The Dynasty but this Cd is not worth buying. I am not one to say a CD is bad without listing to the whole thing personly I have lost and an hour of my life I will never get back. Dont waste your money on this CD!...	negative
0	Not that useful...	Since Dirtblaster was pretty much a requirement for the electrical powerwashers I automatically got one for my gas driven one(Karcher G2500OH). So far I have had no use for it.With the dirtblaster nozzle you do get higher pressure, but I found it a little too uneven. If you are not careful you may ruin you concrete surface(as I did). To me a waste of money. The default nozzles for my powerwasher are good enough...	negative
0	Even with 1-star, this is an overrating	This must be the worst trimmer I have ever owned in my life.Besides being a good item to release some steam by slamming this piece of junk against my sidewalk, everything about this trimmer is bad:1) almost next to impossible to start the engine2) next to impossible to keep in going for longer than few minutes3) next to impossible to control the throttle4) shaft not long enough for any comfortable hand positioningSave your money, stay away from this, and probably any other Homelite product. It will make your wallet light but not the work.	negative
1	Lots of fun in the bathroom	If you're looking for a fun little bathroom, this is it. The toilet seat lifts up, the medicine cabinet opens to reveal an assortment of items on the shelves (sticker). The cabinet below the sink also opens. It comes with a potty chair that also has a lid that opens. And the claw-footed tub with a hand-held shower head is cute. It's great fun for kids who are learning about brushing their tooth, bathing, and using the potty.	positive
1	The Reason GameCube Was Invented	This is one of the best games I've ever played and the best Nintendo game I've ever played. The Graphics are 5/5, the music is 5/5, and gameplay is 5/5.This is a must for Poke'mon fans, Nintendo fans, Gamecube fans, fighting game fans, gamers, and anyone that likes to play a good game.	positive
1	useful tool	I used this for a Neurology class as an additional study guide and I found it to be very beneficial tool for the learning process and who does not love to color! Yes, buy it if you need the extra help. It gets detailed in the later chapters (our brains are complex :) ,but I find if you go over the things you need the work on the most, it will help.	positive
1	OUTSTANDING!	This movie deals with the subject matter in such a tender and wonderful way.The cinematography is just great and the acting is superb.Though this is a subject that is rather "taboo" in most circles, this story is refreshingand reaches out to show us that love can develop and last, even when society says it should not.I highly recommend this movie to open minded, thoughtful people, who can see and reason beyondsocietal or religious dogmas.It gets a 5 star rating from me.	positive
0	The cover is the best part on this book!	What a disappointment! Anybody with a Kodak instamatic camera can take pictures like this. Stick to photobooks by Leibovitz, Helmut Newton, LaChapelle, and Mark Selliger, and you'll get your money's worth. I wish I never bought this book and will refund it!	negative
0	Very Irritating	The beginning of the book was slow and it continued through the whole book. The heroine was weak and very childish. The hero was deliberately annoying to her and immature. He was also a control freak. They never agreed on anything (out loud) and they never had any serious conversations long enough to learn about each other. The reader knew the characters but the characters didn't know each other.	negative
0	Despicable, Disgusting and Disturbing	I rented this movie because it had an all-star cast of actors that I had enjoyed seeing in other movies. In particular, I had just seen 'Broadcast News' again with Holly Hunter, and was anxious to see her performance here.But this movie is completely twisted--sick beyond belief. I am shocked that these stars would have ever agreed to be in the flick. What a 'downer' for their respective careers. If I was a Movie Cop, I would have all these people arrested and thrown in jail for putting out such indiscribable trash!Do yourself a favor, and don't waste your time on this one.	negative
1	Great service	The book arrived in very good time but I was not expecting it in the format it is in - large, A4 style. While this isn't exactly bad it was a surprise but when I look back and read the details the information was always there. It would be good to have this pointed out in plain English ie. copy of original hardback as A4 paperback.	positive
1	LIFE CHANGING INFORMATION!	This book is life changing. The content is all about connection between you and your child(ren) and how to achieve it in a loving, caring way. Every person who reads it will be able to relate to several stories in the book and walk away with new, positive ways to parent their children. It is easy to read, yet so profound. It has not only helped me trememdously with my parenting, but also with dealing with people in every day life. Thank you Bonnie!	positive
1	Great book on new crochet styles!!	Wow, I loved this book at the first sight, believe or not. And it turned out as one of the best book I like to use all the time. It has an equal amount of boys' wears as girls', so I could make them for my son and daughter. The instruction and material list are quite clear and simple to follow on this book, and most of all, you can just find any yarn to make those cute outfits for the little ones. Great book!!	positive

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Relax and enjoy

While this may not be the best book in the English language, it's close. Unfortunately,so many reveiwers take Robbins literally. If the reader had any experience of the Robbins bibliography, he/she knows he's a satirist at heart and nothing, nothing at all is off-limits. To read into his work that he promotes pedophilia, necrophilia, or dancing spoons is just plain ludicrous. To those of you who can't seem to get the cosmic joke, get over yourselves. As I turn the pages of Fierce Invalids for the fourth time, I constantly ask myself where the hell that last line came from. Obviously, from the razor sharp mind and wit of a true genius. To even conjure up a cursed man crossing the desert on a wheel chair and racing toy boats in Pike Street market is beyond my imagination. The 4th reading won't be my last. I'll enjoy many more. Bravo, Tom. You are truly magic!Ron LealosAuthor of Don't Mean Nuthin'

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Wonderful and visually unmatched text!

Hricak's text is thorough, comprehensive and visually stunning. The 700 plus images contribute to an area of medicine that has been historically overlooked: the Scrotum. His use of cutting edge computer generated and digital imaging, accompanied by an austere yet revealing textual analysis make this text required reading for any medical professional or researcher working in the field of "Advanced Scrotal Dynamics". The asthetic merits of the word--scrotum--notwithstanding, the textbook and atlas is not limited to the subject of its title. It includes much needed material relating to the Cowpers Gland and Seminal Vesicle as well. Imaging of the Scrotum is a veritable feast for the eyes. Be swept up in the cutting edge academic field "Advanced Scrotal Dynamics". This is a must-read for anyone as fascinated with the field as I am!If so, then "Imaging of the Scrotum" is exactly your kind of bag!(no pun intended)

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poor writing surface, save the money

My three year old often carries the note book around now only having to pretend to use it. The writing surface works poorly after only a few hours of play. Try magna doodle or paper instead.

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Messy blender

I bought this blender because of the Krups name and the claim to crush ice and make frozen drinks. I liked the glass container also, but am very dissappointed in the fact that it leaks a lot and makes a big mess, spraying liquid out the back base. I tried changing the ring, using it wet, dry, but nothing helped. I wish I had read the reviews before I bought it.

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Best electric kettle (than similar Sanyo/GE brand)

This is my third kettle. My previous kettles are Sanyo and GE of similar capacity. And they rust(GE and Sanyo)/died(SAnyo) and explode on me (GE). For the GE the plate separating the heating element and container gave way and a loud crack, cement looking water splash out onto the four walls of the kitchen. Luckily no one is around when this happens. This aroma one is good, does not rust after months of using. Boils the water fast and does not leak. Sometimes, the 'good brands' do not always make the best products. I used only filtered water in all my kettles to prevent carbonate build up.

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Book reveals life of Bruce & Brandon Lee

This is a very well written book: straight to the point, with lots of interesting facts. This book also has pictures of Bruce & Brandon Lee (& others) that I had never seen before. A great book for fans of Bruce & Brandon Lee.

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Just a Quake 3 update

This game is graphically stunning. The textures are beautiful; the backgrounds are amazing; the fire and explosions are realistic. BUT - the gameplay is horrible. If you are a Quake 3 fan, you'll love this game because it is the exact same gameplay as that old title. But is it worth the price to essentially just buy a graphical game update? No way. On top of that, the single player mode is just plain bad. It is contrived and inflexible, leading you through the levels like you're on a leash. If you want a good single player game (with an outstanding online multiplayer game as well) I suggest Half-Life 2.Wait until this drops to the $20 range and then it might be worth it.

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We Got More

The album is a 'listen in one go' item for me. And I must say I feel sorry for you guys...I got a version of this magnificent piece of Noise, where a ninth track called: No Soul, No Fear was added.(I can only smile)René - Product:00 - EWA Productions

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Science-Fiction Fan

When I read all the books my 8th grade teacher had available (the books my teacher we like a 6th grade reading level to me), I went in search of a book. Not just any book. I was looking for a challenge and I came upon this book. I picked it up thinking, what a weird cover. I started reading it and immediatly got hooked. I bought it from the store, took it home, went to my room, and never came out for hours. When I finished the book I read it again. I can't wait to read the second book! Michael A. Stackpole is now my favorite author. Keep up the good work!

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Powerful, emotional, melodic, and moving

I like everything Sarah McLachlan has done but this is easily my favorite album of hers. In between the pure emotion and talent of Solace and the fine-tuned stylings of Surfacing, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy has that elusive mix of art and artistry that undeniably draws you to it. After years in my playlist it's still there, and no matter how many times I listen it remains untarnished by time.

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Extraordinary!

Even a voracious reader (such as myself) can sometimes be unaware of a new voice in the land....I was unaware of Barbara Kingslover, until about a month ago, when a friend of mine handed me a copy of "The Bean Trees," mentioning that I "might like it."To say that I "liked" it is extreme understatement ... This is a book I wish I had written....It's all about the beauty, the glory, the heartaches, the joys, and the realities of being a woman alive in the world today -- without heavy-handed political harangues or in-your-face proselytizing. Instead, this book is filled with wisdom, warmth, out-loud laughs and a quiet, satisfying inner recognition of all that is truly wonderful in a woman's mind, spirit, heart and life.I've found a friend in Ms. Kingslover. I wish she lived next door

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Jump blues, at it's rockinest!

Talk about rockin' jump blues, these sides feature Watson's hot guitar riffs, and hsi appealing rough vocals, that sound so hip and cool! Most of the tracks feature plenty solo space for Watson's unique and creative and even improvisational playing, all the tracks, or at least most have big band backing, or at least a few wailin' horns in the background. this is a rollicking set, and swing dancers will love the livlier tracks, and even the laid back ones rock! Exellent cd, buy thsi along with 2 Hours Past Midnight, and The Very best Of...

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Not working at all!!

This cable should be cheaper. It is too expensive for poor quality. It works only one way! I am disappointed.Update from 2 stars to 1 star!Only after a few days. It is not working at all. It shows like it is charging, but it doesn't. After some time it will pop up warning message on my iPhone 5: "Charging is not supported with this accessory".Don't waste your money.

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Makes my eyes burn horribly

I own an old bottle of Alba SPF 30, in a bottle that looks just like this. It's a couple years old, and about empty, so I ordered this one.I was so disappointed, because they have changed the ingredients. This one makes my eyes burn HORRIBLY once I get my face wet after applying it. Traditional sunscreen does the same thing, but none of my organic sunscreens, including my old Alba green tea 30, ever had that effect. I won't even be able to use up this bottle because it was so painful. Why did they have to take a great product and make it worse?

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Powerful

I just recently finished reading this book. I thought that it was a little different than Sparks' others but different in a good way. The main character is young in this story and Sparks does a wonderful job transforming his adult-like vocabulary to a teenage voice. I would recommend this book for all of those who love a little cry every now and again.

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Durable

360 Red is the best fragrance i've ever bought and the scent lasts all day with just a couple of sprays.

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Good book to learn how to reach more distance

This is good book to improve your skiills on surfcasting, not surf fishing.This book will not tech you techniques on surf fishing, it will do verywell what the title says: "Surfcasting".i liked they way it is explained, information about knots, tackle needed.Pros:*Recommended tackle for the beginner and upgrades once skills are improved.*Several explained casting techniques.*Tips for more distance and long distance fishing.*lot fo drawings and just the necesary pictures.Cons:At least should include information about what is the right tackle for long distance fishing(in terms of hooks, weight shapes and lures, hook to weight distance and configurations) and some drawings about how to attach them.Highly recommended.

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Sad

Frankly, I cannot believe someone put time and or effort into this work. I bought this in a bargain bin (no wonder...) and it is a collection of various people wrecking morricone tunes. Think sound quality on par with those little donkey kong hand held games beloved by kids in the 80s. It sounds like primitive midi-orchestrated synth cheese. Do not under any circumstances by this.

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Two good songs and a barrage of below average garbage.

High Noon and It's on Me.....thats it. Plus a cover from a good band Forkboy (Lard). Yet another below average album from this below average band.

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Broken after two uses on a 16 lb dog.

I purchased this brand of retractable leash thinking that it was a quality product, especially after seeing the very poor reviews that other retractable leash brands received. Unfortunately, I only managed to get two days of use out of it, two walks with my 16 lb dog and the belt frayed and nearly tore in half. Very disappointing.

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Too long to ship out

Why is this item taking so long to ship out? Most items I have ordered in the past are shipped out the next day or two. I am on the verge of cancelling this item and going to my local store to make this purchase.

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nut driver

I bought these because i had a set of craftman drivers ,with the colored handles. These are not as good as those. I would have gotten the Craftsman or klein set but i dont like the smaller handles, on the smaller drivers and no color on the handle. The Stanleys are not marked on the ends either.

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This is no Robin Hood.

This book is entertaining at first, with multiple parallel stories. However, in the beginning of the second volume, it starts to get a little crazy. The protagonists are constantly drunk or eating mountains of meat. They are often crude and without reason, acting like bullies to those who do not sate their appetites. There are several events that make the protagonists extremely unlikable. It is outrageous how one of the protragonists would stick his neck out to help one organized crime boss over another, thinking that he is actually doing something righteous. In another instance that same character not only takes revenge on those who wronged, but also kills the women and children that live with them. He goes on to kill several more innocent people, and all the while gets off scott free. I just couldn't read anymore after that.

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Already leaking at two years!

I loved this teapot and have owned it for a little over two years. I use it almost daily. Last week, I found that it was leaking just under the spout---all over the counter. Apparently, the weld isn't holding. I contacted [...] from whom I purchased it on 6/24/10. Today is 6/29 and I have had not reply to my inquiry about returning it to them. At about $50 (including the shipping), I'm not happy and unfortunately cannot recommend this pot to anyone and am not too happy with this distributor, either.

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Very Slow Going!

I tried to get into this book because of all the rave reviews. It just seemed to be a painful slow journey the writing does not resemble Tolkien to me. But that is my opinion.

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A GREAT book

This is a tremendous book that will help you understand HOW certain positions obtain in the middlegame, and how to navigate them. This book helped me understand practically every positional and tactical concept I'd previously encountered.

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It made me disoriented

After a couple of days use ( one pill/day ) this stuff seamed to make me disoriented. This product may be useful for others, though not for me. Two days after I discontinue use, the disorientation was gone.

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no assembly directions!!! and impossile to reach manufacturer

can't use it if I can't put it together and I'm not experienced enough to do it without assembly directions. can't get in touch with the manufacturer either to arrange to have directions mailed to me. VERY FRUSTRATING!!

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absolutly uninspiring!

this is NOT the original johann strauss orchestra - what a cheat!!!compare horrible andre rieu recordings and cheap entertainment with the wonderful timeless recordings of the original vienna johann strauss orchestra.The Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra: Edition 4, Manuscripts - Conductor: Franz Bauer-Theussldont go for this release - there are wonderful releases available from the vienna philharmonic orchestra and the original vienna johanns trauss orchestra - god knows why this release appears first, it is totally uninspiring ...

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Awful

I can't say enough bad about this book. Fortunately I only paid $1.00 for it at a used book store. A silly story written to please those with execessive macho proclivities, I guess. Given that he had written Absolute Power on which the movie was based, I stuffed the urge to throw it away many times as my reading progressed, thinking I'd come to some redeeming value. I didn't. Now I'll throw it away.

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GE DECT 6.0 SS wall mounted telephone

In my 70 years, this is by far the worst purchase i have ever made. Handset feed=back when on speaker fone unless your 3 - 4 feet away. Voice mail can only delete if you disassemble all the menu items. This has turned me off GE and its Product line. I will look elsewhere.

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Canon Lens hood EW78BII A Must

As I stated in my review of the 28-135mm IS USM lens, this Lens Hood is a must. Surprising, the quality of the hood surpasses its relatively inexpensive price.The interior felt tended to pick/up some unwanted debris, but I found a good Oral B tooth brush (no floss needed) to fix the problems. Hey, we live in a filthy world!The only real negative I will mention: not one Camera store in NYC stocks the Lens Hood. There I was with a piece of cardboard in my hand trying to block out the sun - looked real Photo 101. I recommend getting the Lens Hood if you plan on purchasing the 28-135mm while on vacation, etc.

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A true American Hero

John Pina Craven's The Silent War is written by a genius, a patriot and an important figure of our Cold War victory. Those who have criticized the book on the basis of its chronicling of the author's recollection of his own role in the events depicted must suffer from their own inferiority complexes; Craven was there, and he played the role he played. That's history, folks. Blind Man's Bluff, which predated his book and which he did NOT write, confirms this. Finally, as one who has had the privilege and pleasure of sitting down with him and hearing some of the exploits of those he writes about, I can report that he is a true patriot and a man of peace, who did what he did to prevent war at all costs - billions but worth every penny.

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AMBER ALERT FOR EDDIE MONEY AND DICKEY BETTS VOICES!

Wow, a lot of talking. No, a L O T of talking on this concert. The sound is not even that great. Eddie Money sounded so bad I couldn't look at my TV set. That is 6 bucks I will never get back again...the only strong points were Michael Bolton and Loverboy.

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Lot's of fun...

My baby loves this gym. The bright colors really attract his attention. The blanket is really great for "tummy time"", also. We registered for this one, not really knowing how it compared with the others. I'm glad we did. It's well worth the money.

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About Time

I really loved this CD. Since I write for a living, I usually don't end up sending blathering reviews out of products I like.Unfortunately, I really liked this title, and now I must write a review:Whatever Messrs. Winstin and ERM did to pick out the repertoire - keep it up. These were inspired choices. I admired the juxtaposition of styles and it kept my interest throughout the opus.Here's the question: Why is ERM the only one's to feature such fabulous work? I listen to a lot of recordings and, for the most part, they are way too tame.Now, I am a man in my sixties and I shouldn't be jumping through hoops about this kind of stuff - but, damn it - it's really worth listening to a few dozen times - and thats a whole lot more than the other CD that came home with me the same day I bought this one.Good show!Tom WolfeNew York

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Planned Obselesence?

This little fan worked nicely for a couple summers of occasional use. Then it was slow to start up and now it doesn't work at all. It was never abused or left to run more than 6 hours at a time. Now it's worthless except to help pollute the planet. Nice work, Honeywell!

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Brittney Spears rocks my world and other fans!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just have to say that I love every single song that Britney has. It rocks mine and other fans world. I think of Britney as adorable and really,really,really pretty. I would say that for the people who hate Britney and her songs, well the fans and I we can say whatever we what and if you don't like her or her music it doesn't matter because for the people that like Britney,some of us don't like or care on what you say, BRITNEY STILL ROCKS OUR WORLD.From a number one fan

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They messed it up

I have the first edition of this book and it's very good. When I saw the "Premium Edition", I just knew it had to be better. Boy, was I wrong. I see from the cover that they changed authors, so perhaps that's what went wrong, but the information in this edition contradicts information in the first edition and in many cases, even contradicts the specs on the W3C web site. I've put mine up for sale as used and I'm sticking with the first book.

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Finally a butt kickin' chick vampire!

So I just got this game and so far I am very excited about it. As a girl into gore, it is hard to find an action game like this where you get to play a bad a** chick.Overall, the beginning is good. I like her attitude and some of her one-liners are cute, though a tad repetitive. Perhaps it is my own lack of coordination, but I am thus far finding it hard to control her; mostly, I find it hard to fight, suck blood, defend myself, and make the camera go in the right way all at the same time.I like the graphics and the game is addictive. I think it will be more fun once I gain better control over the actions. Though, there is an option in the setup in which you can simplify the actions and buttons.. for the less capable or coordinated players. Good game. Great action.

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boring

This was so boring that I couldn't even finish it. On the other hand it was free so I can't complain to much.

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Bought as a gift for my nephew

I bought this as a gift for my nephew and he absolutely loves it. It is fun and educational which I love, as does his mother!! i can not yet comment on its durability as he has only had it for a few days but it looks like it will last.The only slight problem is that he has a hard time opening the container and if left to play with it by himself he may over do it on the sparkles. I would suggest that this toy is definatley used with adult supervision for any child under the age of 12.

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A Christmas Classic !

What makes this album so great is its mix of the traditional Christmas carols (Deck The Halls)and popular tunes (Rudolph). It's great listening and there is a something for everyone on this disc. A wonderful addition to the holiday collection.

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Don't Bother!

After less than 1 year of very light use the sound totally disappeared! Picture is still OK, but who cares now! Will try another brand next time.

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guyton is the best book for a begginer

i am a first year student,and i think that no one else has made physiology as simple as guyton;hats off to the authors

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Rockin', Smokin' & Hootin'

This is one of my more favorite Bette Midler collections. She was so fabulous in the film and the music reminds me of my youth. I wish more teenagers today would pick up this one and LISTEN!

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Nelson returns to his guitar roots.

After almost two decades of making some of the most interesting electronic music of our time, Nelson here returns to his first love, the guitar. No words, just music, and what music it is. If you are impressed with Beck, Clapton and Eddie Van Halen, then take this disc for a spin. What Nelson does with his guitar isn't so much play it and take it on trips into his incredibly creative mind. Perhaps the single most overlooked rock artist of the 80s. END

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DVD cover a bit deceiving

This was certainly not the greatest movie, but despite my feelings on it, I did want to just point out that I found the fact that these three guys on the cover do NOT appear in the film at all to be a bit strange....anyone else think this was weird?

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great text

this is a great textbook - I have recommended it to lots of the kids I work with in churches - it is balanced and treats all the traditions with equal respect. Good readable style and good resources for further study.

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Outisde my box

Not the worst book I've ever read, but definitely not the best either. I read this as part of a book group. We all thought it was meh. There was nothing sympathetic about the main character. And honestly, I couldn't wait to be finished with it. But, it was outside of my box, so there was that.

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The Rewind Button is your friend

Okay, let's set the record straight. This movie was in concept and script a very awesome choice for the average viewer, but some scenes were elegantly pulled off, and some were just pulled off. The lead character "Josh" was a convincing complicated teenager (except if you read into it, you can tell that JRM is originally irish)and Matthew Modine is a beautifully acted older brother. Now the I already told you that the actors were great and so was the script, but the scenes were jumpy and sometimes hard to catch. Seeing the movie a second time is highly recommended, not only because the movie was wonderful, but to laugh at some pretty funny scenes (aka josh being pulled over by the chick cop).Overall? Highly recommended.

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Yum!

This is my favorite tea. Who knew strawberry tea could be so juicy. Give it a try. You will be pleasantly surprised.

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Farr fails as historian and excells as a painter with broad

brush strokes. Never before have I read such conjecture...truly, I am appalled by the liberties Farr takes in construing the facts to suit her case. Indeed, I too am of the opinion that Marie Antoinette and Fersen were lovers; however nothing concrete has ever surfaced in any correspondence before and after the Queen's death to concusively determine the exact nature of the relationship. According to the publisher, Farr makes use of previously unpublished documents...really? Which ones? Did I miss something? This message is less a review to benefit other readers than a severe admonition to Farr: you have given the public nothing with this tissue of loosely woven fantasy...seemingly your fantasy. Stanley Loomis wrote the definitive book on this subject with The Fatal Friendship. Don't flatter yourself, Farr, the "story" has been told often enough (and more accurately) before you.

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Anybody have a chainsaw?

You'll need one to cut through this wooden performance. Save your [money] and buy a John Tesh album.

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Would you spend more money for brand name salt?

Monster is a joke! You can get the same quality speaker wire for 1/10 the price. I wish consumers would get wise to Monster's scams.

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Love These

These sunglasses are awesome. They were really cheep which was good, but sometimes the leses pop out. It is ok though because you canjust pop them back in.

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Friends don't let friends play World of Warcraft

This game is really, really addictive. The sad thing is it's only moderatly fun because it get's very repetitive. You will find yourself wasting tons of time on this game, and when you're not playing and you're at school or work, you will be thinking about playing it as soon as you get home. Buyer beware this game is worse than nicotine and crack combined. . . friends don't let friends play WoW . . .

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SD850IS sharp pictures!

I have used in the pass several different compact digital cameras and wasn't happy with the images (focus problems) so I didn't want to purchase one. I have done many pictures with a 35m Nikon camera in the pass so I know how sharp picture should look like. With this camera I have to say I have not yet made one bad picture, all pictures are very sharp with out an effort. I have done a lot of research and waited for this camera and it was worth the wait. You will not be disappointed.

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Their best CD

I love this CD/DVD. I had another of this one, but I played and listened to it so often that it eventually got damaged. I ordered another to replace it.I particularly enjoy looking at the DVD occasionally- it brings back the memories of seeing them in concert.I can't help but move, tap, sing, dance to their music it is so lively.Keep it up guys. This is the best one yet.

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Wiggly Safari Rocks!

A wonderful musical trip to the Australia zoo with catchy and informative songs. Highly entertaining for the little ones. My 22 month old daughter often chooses this video over the one with nursery rhymes.The Wiggles: Wiggly Safari

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Worth it, but not as good as I hoped

Not sure what I would have done without this scraper. The sunward side of the house needed to be scraped to the wood. All in all I went from scraping approximately 10sg ft in 2hours without the metabo, to doing the same area in less that 20 minutes.I used it on 75 year old clapboards, that I'm reasonably certain had the original paint. When the clapboards were curled inward, the scraper only really removed the worst of the paint, due to the scraper not being able to reach the paint on the worst boards. Boards that were curled out were easier, but you need to be careful not to grind them down too much. Like others have said, the guards disappeared within a couple of days of usage. I did find one guard close to 25ft away from where I was using it, to give you an idea about the power of the motor.Eye protection is a must and once the guards are gone (and they will disappear) you'll want gloves as the chips will hit your hands as they're thrown.

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Still hoping.

I ordered this coffee maker after reading the Cook's Illustrated review. I had been dissatisfied with drip coffee makers because they did not heat the coffee hot enough, and Cook's Illustrated said this machine heated the coffee to 203 degrees. I used the machine twice, and the coffee was barely 180 degrees, which is not hot enough to extract the full flavor from the beans. I also though the coffee was not as strong as I would prefer, although I didn't use it enough to experiment with various amounts of ground coffee. I sent it back for a replacement.By the way, the previous reviewer apparently had a defective unit. There was no need to twist the pot on the base to engage the electrical connection. I do agree with the reviewers who said that it is easy to make a mess with the grounds when taking the unit apart for cleaning.

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The Witness of Preaching

This is a good resource for my pulpit ministry class. It is easy to follow for the most part and is very helpful in writing sermons.

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No drivers for Windows Vista or Windows 7

Although the product description states "Supports most PC operating systems", and the technical details goes further to say "Jumperless configuration and support for all major operating systems", this does NOT include modern Windows versions such as Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008. Also, no 64 bit OS support. StarTech tech support says there is no plan to add drivers for these Windows versions.

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Customer service and product broken!

I'm completely shocked at customer service for TARGUS! They were absolutely horrible! I had bought this product 4 days ago and still could not charge it enough to get it to work for more then 45 minutes. I talked with customer service about the issue and they told me to replace the rechargeable batteries. I told them I just bought the product 4 days ago. They said if you want your product to work buy some new batteries. I ask if they would send me some and they said I would have to buy them. I told them I'll return the product and never buy TARGUS product again. Problem Solved!!!!

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One of Al's weakest

Sure, "Poodle Hat" contains the brilliant "Hardware Store" and "A Complicated Song," but it's mostly "Weird Al" Yankovic's most forgettable set of tunes, from boring originals like "Genius in France" to yet ANOTHER parody about watching TV, "Couch Potato."He squanders his greatest opportunity with "Ode to a Superhero," by finally parodying Billy Joel's "Piano Man" but wasting it with lyrics making fun of a superhero movie from a year ago! When "Running With Scissors" came out, "Episode I" had just premiered in theaters, making "The Saga Begins" a very funny and current song. But with "Spider-Man" already gathering dust on DVD shelves (not to mention HBO showing it ad nauseum), "Ode to a Superhero" is stale.So chalk up "Poodle Hat" as a big disappointment, especially since "Scissors" was one of Al's finest efforts.

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Worst Instructions for a Classroom text Book I've Ever Encountered!

I had to purchase this book for a college course I'm currently finishing. All I'll have to say is that some of the book is OK, but the authors and publisher need to hire someone who knows how to write a textbook, with clearly written instructions on how to accomplish the tasks in the book. The authors need to make sure the instructions are COMPLETE from beginning to end, and are CLEAR to the newbie, so that they can accomplish the tasks. There are come chapters that are good, and others, that I scratch and bang my head on the desk. I think that I might have been better off trying to figure out how to use the applications WITHOUT this book, unfortunately, the classroom lessons were tied to this awful book...If you are serious about learning Adobe applications, try the courses from Lynda.com

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Love it!!

I really love this lens, The closeups are great. Iv been into photography for years and always wanted a macro lens, and I don't regret getting this one. The sharpness blows me away. I do recommend this lens.

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Stopped working, very bad customer service

My Rio Karma worked fine for a couple of months. Then, without any apparent reason, it stopped working. It would freeze and prompt a message "Bar Karma" or bad hard drive. This was after the very short 3 months warranty. I called customer service several times and they were not helpful at all. I am not buying another product from Rio ever again.

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dont have a subject.

My granddaughter and I love the mystery of this program and have watched it since the very first airing. Love it.

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UNIGUE

if you are sick of the same old same old from country cd's, then check this one out! great mix of tracks, ranging from slow soft melody to rip roaring rock! this is hottest cd in my collection!

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Repetition and Tipsy

The little boy I nannied received this table as a gift and I HATED it. The poor guy would pull it onto himself every time he tried to pull up on it (the age for which the table is reccommended, I believe), and when he got up there with my help, he really wanted to read the "book". Too bad the page turns ONCE?! Why even have a book-like thingy? I was really disappointed in the top-heavy-ness of this table, and took the legs off so he could actually play with it.

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Buy it, hate it, then LOVE it!

I started off feeling kind of so-what about this book. There's lots of useful stuff in it, but most seemed pretty obvious. Not so! I found myself making lots of notes and underlining whole pages. By the time I was finished reading, I had figured out how to fix a usability problem I've been wrestling with for a long time and had lots of other great ideas! The usability solution wasn't in the book, but the inspiration WAS! This book got me to THINKING BETTER. It's been a long time since a computer book did that for me.

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PAPA ROACH DOES NOT SING HERE!!!!

Does everyone think Papa Roach sings on Anxiety? It is Pillar. Does anyone not know this? Give credit where credit is due. Papa Roach is a good band. But they did not sing on that song!

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Great little compressor, works for tires too!

I'd looked all over locally for a little compressor to keep in the garage to top off my car tires. I found either huge AC powered ones or tiny ones powered off a lighter plug. I got a clue to look for "sports inflators" and found this one, which is a reasonable size and runs off of AC with a decent length cord. I've used it 5 or 6 times in the past couple of months, and it's just what I wanted!For the reviewer who wanted specs:Weight: about 8 poundsGauge: up to 60 lbs pressurePower: 1/8 horsepowerVolt: 115V/60HzRPM: 1700AMP: 0.6 A

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Could be better

This book can be adequate for a beginner but for an intermediate or a more advanced trainer it is no good. Especially it lacked exact descriptions of many moves, and in vain it classifies many moves as 'advanced' although there is nothing 'advanced' in them. Also more precise advices on how-to-do and how-not-to-do different moves with better pictures would be a definite advantage. Additionally, weight training nutrition should be covered in much more detail. I think the next edition of this book could benefit from having a male author among the authors (nothing against female writers really). This could sometimes bring an alternative view to things.

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Interesting Reading

I loved this book as it really captured Annie Lennox for me. She's such an extraordinary woman who on one hand likes to keep herself to herself and on the other writes all her experiences down in her songs. It's amazing that she's managed to juggle family and a pop career and I hope she makes another comeback soon!

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Useless

Useless, unnecessary, and does not work. I bought because was cheap compared to the Laser Distance Measurer. I do not recommend.

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OHHH---A Picture Book!!

Somehow I missed that this was a large (12 X 8-ish) Picture Book. We will still enjoy the story, of course! Just wasn't what I was expecting. Very nice pictures!

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This and Hudson Hawk are the only two movies I have ever walked out on.

I found this movie to be dreadful. As to the people who say this is a companion piece to "Young Frankenstein" I can only shake my head in complete amazement.The gags in this are so broad, so old, that you tire of it immediately. It's nothing like the genius that was "Young Frankenstein."Brooks' problem is that he can't be allowed to work alone. He has to have someone to contain him, someone like Gene Wilder did with "YF."Otherwise he will go total Borsh Belt and with it lose an audience.Never watch this. Instead Watch Young Frankenstein, The Producers, High Anxiety, or a Test Pattern (if one could still be found in the age of cable."

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Cheaply made; Falls apart

This costume is so cheaply made. The wand fell apart within 15 minutes; the body suit is held together by Velcro and comes undone and is very uncomfortable. The "fur" is coming undone already and she wore it for a simple event for 30 minutes. The wings have velcro straps that came apart at the event and I had to rig it to stay on. I had to hot glue those back together. I bought this for my 4 yr old and I bought the bumblebee costume for my 1 yr old. I would NOT recommend this costume. Very disappointed and my daughter has to wear it 3 more times and now I have to sew it; glue it; tie it.

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Christmas Gift

This was a Christmas gift for my nieces 5 year old.... yes I said 5 year old...She just loves WKRP... That sure made her day....

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Cheap was more expensive

Bought this power supply for my research lab. Very cheap as compared to equivalent, established brands. After 6 month, and very little use with moderate load, it short circuited internally. Manufacture warranty had just expired. No reasonable repair possible, just recycle. Beware, sometimes cheap is more expensive.

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It Has To Be Seen And Heard To Be Disbelieved

The dialogue, the set design, the "performances," the plot development - What blender did it all come out of? Who sat in the screening room and thought, "Hey! The kids will love it!" It's almost as obscure and illogical as most of the performance art that I've seen. They must have had a suicide hotline installed on the set. This was shown on TCM as part of their "Underground" series, along with "Roller Boogie" on the same night. See it if you dare, or if you're a well-mannered drag queen who wants a laugh at someone else's expense.

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Funny & Irreverent

Christopher Moore makes me laugh so hard. How can you not laugh at the thought of Jesus having a best friend named "Biff"? Of course, it is completely irreverent, so if you shock easily, maybe this isn't the book for you. Biff is quite the character, with his sinning (human) ways, which plays nicely next to Jesus' very austere self. I think everyone needs a friend that keeps you in check. It was interesting to hear those gaps of Christ's childhood filled in (if not accurately, then at least entertainingly).

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Worst Movie Ever!!! (Negative 1 million stars)

This is the worst movie that I have ever seen. I wish I could get the 73 mins that I wasted watching this crap. The storyline, acting, grammar, still shots of Vegas, everything about it was horrible. Recommending this movie to anyone would be a cruel and unfair punishment.

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Does not fit video cards

I bought this cable to power an Nvidia PCIx video card. It was not the correct plug shape for the power connection on the card. I tried modifying the connector (on the cable) so that it would fit. It took some work to get it to fit but I was able to do it. I had to press the plug onto the card VERY hard. In the end I had to get a new power supply since my existing one didn't provide enough power.The new one came with the correct PCIx power connectors. So, I didn't have to use this one (thank goodness). If you are looking to power a 6 pin PCIx video card from the 4 pin power cords, DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT!

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The Blue Print 2 The Gift The Curse The Waste of Money

Of all the CD'S I have ever spent my hard-earned money on this one has to be the bigest waste of [$$] ever. Today ... I purchased The Blue Print 2 beacuse of the song 03 Bonnie & Clyde and I thought if that CD is anything like that song than then it must be good...Man was I wrong. THE CD is terrible. The rhymes make no sence and after hering 5 minutes I wanted to throw it out of the window of my mothers van. I will admit I havent bought a Jay-Z CD sence The Dynasty but this Cd is not worth buying. I am not one to say a CD is bad without listing to the whole thing personly I have lost and an hour of my life I will never get back. Dont waste your money on this CD!...

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Not that useful...

Since Dirtblaster was pretty much a requirement for the electrical powerwashers I automatically got one for my gas driven one(Karcher G2500OH). So far I have had no use for it.With the dirtblaster nozzle you do get higher pressure, but I found it a little too uneven. If you are not careful you may ruin you concrete surface(as I did). To me a waste of money. The default nozzles for my powerwasher are good enough...

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Even with 1-star, this is an overrating

This must be the worst trimmer I have ever owned in my life.Besides being a good item to release some steam by slamming this piece of junk against my sidewalk, everything about this trimmer is bad:1) almost next to impossible to start the engine2) next to impossible to keep in going for longer than few minutes3) next to impossible to control the throttle4) shaft not long enough for any comfortable hand positioningSave your money, stay away from this, and probably any other Homelite product. It will make your wallet light but not the work.

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Lots of fun in the bathroom

If you're looking for a fun little bathroom, this is it. The toilet seat lifts up, the medicine cabinet opens to reveal an assortment of items on the shelves (sticker). The cabinet below the sink also opens. It comes with a potty chair that also has a lid that opens. And the claw-footed tub with a hand-held shower head is cute. It's great fun for kids who are learning about brushing their tooth, bathing, and using the potty.

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The Reason GameCube Was Invented

This is one of the best games I've ever played and the best Nintendo game I've ever played. The Graphics are 5/5, the music is 5/5, and gameplay is 5/5.This is a must for Poke'mon fans, Nintendo fans, Gamecube fans, fighting game fans, gamers, and anyone that likes to play a good game.

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useful tool

I used this for a Neurology class as an additional study guide and I found it to be very beneficial tool for the learning process and who does not love to color! Yes, buy it if you need the extra help. It gets detailed in the later chapters (our brains are complex :) ,but I find if you go over the things you need the work on the most, it will help.

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OUTSTANDING!

This movie deals with the subject matter in such a tender and wonderful way.The cinematography is just great and the acting is superb.Though this is a subject that is rather "taboo" in most circles, this story is refreshingand reaches out to show us that love can develop and last, even when society says it should not.I highly recommend this movie to open minded, thoughtful people, who can see and reason beyondsocietal or religious dogmas.It gets a 5 star rating from me.

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The cover is the best part on this book!

What a disappointment! Anybody with a Kodak instamatic camera can take pictures like this. Stick to photobooks by Leibovitz, Helmut Newton, LaChapelle, and Mark Selliger, and you'll get your money's worth. I wish I never bought this book and will refund it!

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Very Irritating

The beginning of the book was slow and it continued through the whole book. The heroine was weak and very childish. The hero was deliberately annoying to her and immature. He was also a control freak. They never agreed on anything (out loud) and they never had any serious conversations long enough to learn about each other. The reader knew the characters but the characters didn't know each other.

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Despicable, Disgusting and Disturbing

I rented this movie because it had an all-star cast of actors that I had enjoyed seeing in other movies. In particular, I had just seen 'Broadcast News' again with Holly Hunter, and was anxious to see her performance here.But this movie is completely twisted--sick beyond belief. I am shocked that these stars would have ever agreed to be in the flick. What a 'downer' for their respective careers. If I was a Movie Cop, I would have all these people arrested and thrown in jail for putting out such indiscribable trash!Do yourself a favor, and don't waste your time on this one.

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Great service

The book arrived in very good time but I was not expecting it in the format it is in - large, A4 style. While this isn't exactly bad it was a surprise but when I look back and read the details the information was always there. It would be good to have this pointed out in plain English ie. copy of original hardback as A4 paperback.

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LIFE CHANGING INFORMATION!

This book is life changing. The content is all about connection between you and your child(ren) and how to achieve it in a loving, caring way. Every person who reads it will be able to relate to several stories in the book and walk away with new, positive ways to parent their children. It is easy to read, yet so profound. It has not only helped me trememdously with my parenting, but also with dealing with people in every day life. Thank you Bonnie!

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Great book on new crochet styles!!

Wow, I loved this book at the first sight, believe or not. And it turned out as one of the best book I like to use all the time. It has an equal amount of boys' wears as girls', so I could make them for my son and daughter. The instruction and material list are quite clear and simple to follow on this book, and most of all, you can just find any yarn to make those cute outfits for the little ones. Great book!!

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