Epinions Recent Reviews for KateTPZ

A Convincing Case for Tort Reform

Mon, 31 Mar 2003 21:27:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - It's obvious to readers that John Grisham the author is also John Grisham the lawyer. He may no longer practice law, but his background and education lend credibility to the terminology, the inside scoops, and what seems to ring true as the straight...

War Games Meets Armageddon - With A Dash of Airport 77

Sun, 30 Mar 2003 10:29:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - I refuse to call The Core a bad movie. If the world classifies it as a "B" movie, it's the best "B" movie I've ever seen. It's entertaining, it's visually appealing, and if you can forget everything you know about science and technology,...

Rhyme & Sachs take on North Carolina Rednecks

Fri, 27 Jul 2001 17:56:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - I like Jeffery Deaver, whether he's writing about his most familiar characters, such as Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs, less popular characters such as Rune (Manhattan Is My Beat and Hard News) or introducing new characters such as Parker...

Travel Agencies: "Learning On Location" has great PR but poor follow-through.

Sun, 10 Jun 2001 03:05:10 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Nine months ago my son's theatre troupe started raising money and making plans for an educational and fun trip to New York City. We had big plans and a small budget, but were blessed with an enthusiastic group of parents determined to make it happen...

Marriott: Marriott Marquis - NYC Location, Location, Location (And that's ALL!)

Mon, 4 Jun 2001 17:30:24 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - In any other location, I suspect Marriott hotels wouldn't put their name on this property. But the location of the Marriott Marquis in Time Square is excellent - just leave lots of time to get to the ground floor - you'll be waiting for elevator -...

Seventy-six Trombones and 44 Somewhat Disappointed Theatre Lovers

Mon, 4 Jun 2001 14:46:20 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - The Music Man is a classic of American theatre, opening on Broadway originally in the 1950's. This revival, directed and choreographed by Susan Stroman, opened in April of 2000 at the Neil Simon Theatre. Our group of 44 theatre lovers were...

Planet Hollywood in NYC - BAD Choice for a Large Group

Mon, 4 Jun 2001 07:29:17 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - My son's theatre group and assorted teachers and family members recently ventured to New York City to experience Broadway theatre, take some classes, and see the sights. It was an adventure and a good experience for many of these young people who, like...

Some Characters Just Completely Win Me Over

Thu, 17 May 2001 06:40:43 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Sometimes a book wins me over with a plot that is compelling, full of surprises, or written around a topic that I find fascinating. Other times I'm won over by the language, the way the author tells the story, unfolding just the right details at the...

Is Mediocrity Contagious? What about Excellence? What's Really Happening in our Schools?

Mon, 14 May 2001 01:47:02 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - I don't like to read things that make me feel angry, frustrated, or helpless. I also find it hard to recommend a book that gave me no joy in its reading. I've done the former, however, and I am about to do the latter. Please know that I'm not enjoying...

Trenton's strength is out of town!

Wed, 9 May 2001 12:43:48 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - If I didn't have family and friends in the Trenton area I have to confess that I wouldn't visit. I was born there, at St. Francis Hospital on Chambers street, but more than once I've joked that it wasn't by choice. I tried to get my Mom go across...

It's the Little Things; usually it's the little things.

Sun, 6 May 2001 10:56:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - A robot-like mad man opens fire with an Uzi in the metro center, killing and wounding dozens. A note is delivered to the mayor demanding $20 million or, the note warns, the killing will continue. The note's author, it says, is the only one who can stop...

Kids Love Scamper And Snowflake!

Fri, 27 Apr 2001 22:52:17 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Finding movies that are appropriate for young children, aren't annoying to parents, and remain enjoyable for children as they get older, is a big challenge. Add teaching values to the requirement list and challenge becomes an over-simplification. For my...

Do You Want To Get Married? (No, Not to me, Silly!)

Wed, 25 Apr 2001 19:52:54 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Disclaimer: Getting married is not one of my life goals. I've "been there, done that." My marriage lasted 12 years before ending badly, and I'm certainly not anti-marriage. It just isn't a priority. I've got my boys to raise, a career, and lots of...

Shout To The Lord In Praise And Worship

Wed, 25 Apr 2001 18:29:42 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - You've probably seen the commercial, joyful congregations singing their praises while the announcer talks about Time Life Music's Songs 4 Worship. If you're a Christian who likes contemporary Christian music, you were probably interested and...

Shhhh .... Don't Cry - There's Nothing to Be Afraid Of.

Sat, 21 Apr 2001 20:11:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - I began reading bedtime stories to my sons when they were infants. The bedtime story became a treasured part of our bedtime routine, the time we slowed down, cuddled, relaxed, and unwound from the day. Then my boys got older, started reading on their...

Got A Stinky Dog? I Used To! Want To Know My Secret?

Mon, 16 Apr 2001 21:57:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - It's not really a secret, exactly. Although no advertising told me about it nor did my veterinarian.

Some Background: My family adopted "Pepper," a young black lab-mix puppy, from the animal shelter in February. It had been a long time...

Clutter Doesn't Have to Take Over Your Life!

Thu, 12 Apr 2001 18:55:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - My friend Tracy is getting ready to move, so this past weekend I went over to help her do some packing. In the "junk room" of her house - the room things somehow end up in - amongst a lot of clutter, I found this two-cassette audio book, How to...

Is There A Connection Between Yeast And Poor Health?

Tue, 10 Apr 2001 01:16:15 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Note: If you've read my review on the book The Yeast Syndrome, the Background section that begins this review is a repeat of text in that review. If you haven't read it, and you're interested, it can be found at

Are Americans Suffering From The Yeast Syndrome?

Tue, 10 Apr 2001 00:15:49 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Here's how it happened: I've been having non-specific medical problems for a couple years nows, including weight gain without an obvious reason, frequent ear infections, chronic fatigue, insomnia, acne and/or rosacea, frequent gastro-intestinal...

Penguins And Puzzles - Cool Moves, Indeed!

Sun, 8 Apr 2001 21:21:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - As a kid, I was always drawn to manipulation puzzles. When traveling with my parents and sister, we always managed to stop at restaurants (diners) that had one type of puzzle or another on the table. Dad and I would challenge each other while Mom and...

You've Got To Get Up Every Morning With A Smile On Your Face ...

Sun, 8 Apr 2001 21:02:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - The song title is "Beautiful," it was written by Carole King, and you can find it on the Tapestry album/CD. And the line that hit me, that changed my outlook on life, is actually a verse:

You've got to get up every...

In The Boy Realm, Arrogance Is Performance Art!

Fri, 6 Apr 2001 18:37:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Speaking Of Boys is a question and answer book about raising boys. Written by Michael Thompson, Ph.D., co-aouthor of Raising Cain, it was written in response to questions received while on book tours and holding parenting seminars...

Bissell ProHeat Plus Does An Amazing Job!

Mon, 2 Apr 2001 14:28:13 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - In a few months I'll be moving and will be blessed with hardwood floors. Until then, however, I'm living in an apartment with wall-to-wall carpeting. Of course it's cheap carpeting, too, "contractor standard" is what I think it's called. I also have...

Most Annoying Children's Movie? The Rugrats Movie - No Contest!

Mon, 2 Apr 2001 12:06:33 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - When mtbat organized the Most Annoying Children's Movie write-off I just knew I had to participate. As a Mom of two boys who watch very little television but have a massive video collection, I knew finding a truly bad movie would be a...

Mix a Proven Formula With An Attractive Cast and You Get: Someone Like You!

Sun, 1 Apr 2001 19:23:50 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author KateTPZ - Although I don't recommend this movie, I have to tell you that it's not a bad movie. In fact it's probably a fine movie for a rainy Sunday afternoon when you don't need a nap, have no phone calls or reading to catch up on, and your kids or partner or...