Epinions Recent Reviews for SEMAJ

Works for a while and then it doesn't

Fri, 2 Jun 2006 21:26:06 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - I purchased my Craftsman Blower/Vac 358 at the local Sears store with the assumption that Craftsman = Quality... It did work great for a few months and then, it died suddenly of unknown causes. As a self professed motorhead, my natural instincts were to...

Perfect home base of operations for your casino ventures

Tue, 16 Aug 2005 00:19:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - So you want to do some casino gambling and combine that with some cultural pursuits and you're not heading to one of the major destinations such as Atlantic City or Vegas, well, you may want to consider a stop off in Detroit and an over night stay at the...

Gen X version of The Dukes Of Hazzard

Mon, 8 Aug 2005 23:35:14 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Some things seem just not capable of transition from generation to generation. It appears as though the movie industry is going to learn this lesson the hard way just as the auto industry had to learn to change with the generational tide. The thought...

Country Club Hot Rod

Wed, 27 Jul 2005 01:06:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - While searching for a replacement for my trusty 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK, the thought of considering an offering from any of the numerous American, Japanese and German Merc wannabe's never really crossed my mind. So, off I went to my favorite M/B dealer...

Marriott Niagara Falls: The Marriott property has the best views of Horseshoe falls

Sun, 2 Jan 2005 01:22:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Purchase the optional voucher which includes a $65.22 Canadian credit for one dinner and two $24.00 Canadian buffet breakfast servings for two in the Tarrapin restaurant, which by the way is the only restaurant in the hotel and rightfully so when you...

Flying with the Aviator

Wed, 29 Dec 2004 14:59:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - As one who has seen the Spruce Goose in person, the thought that a skilled aviator the likes of Howard Hughes actually believed in the project and the end result instead of bilking the government out of millions is a far fetch. Overall, the flick does...

A film that should have been released in October 2000

Mon, 5 Jul 2004 03:15:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Perhaps if this movie had been produced, released in some basic form and with a different title prior to the November 2000 presidential election, the following review would never have been written. Nevertheless, "W" did win the election allegedly as a...

New Amp with Vintage Sound

Tue, 13 Apr 2004 22:03:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Trying to find that 1950's & early 60's sound in an amp manufactured from 1970 to the present has been nearly impossible, unless you found a pre- 1970 tube amp in good shape and had an amp guru rework the electronics with new speaker(s), tubes, caps,...

Excellent small business/professional phone.

Fri, 19 Dec 2003 02:53:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Operating a small business or professional office and trying to find the ideal phone system is quite a chore. Custom phone system providers tend to offer products that are either outdated or don't offer the option for mobility within an office setting...

Exceptional All-In-One

Sun, 16 Nov 2003 01:29:23 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Following the purchase and immediate return of an HP7110 all-in-one, the Canon MultiPASS MP730 can best be described as nothing short of phenomenal. First, print quality is first rate even in normal print mode. Sending and receiving fax documents is a...

Big, fumbling, noisy, slow All-In-One contraption

Sun, 26 Oct 2003 02:18:10 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - While strolling through Staples I stumbled across what appeared to be an irresistibly priced All-In –One HP printer/scanner/copier/fax. In short, following the advice of an enthusiastic sales rep and without first checking out the latest E-Pinion revie...

2004 Toyota Solara V6: Perfect Sport Coupe for the price

Mon, 13 Oct 2003 00:45:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - While searching for the perfect replacement for a flawless "98" Accord EX V6 coupe and comparing the various sport product offerings from Mercedes Benz, BMW, Jaguar, Lexus, Acura and Honda, one particular model just stood out like a dandelion on a world c...

Free From Attachments

Fri, 10 Jan 2003 20:28:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - The feeling of being free from attachment to a computer is an experience every cyber junkie can appreciate once they break the bonds and purchase a Logitech Cordless Elite Duo Keyboard and Mouse.

The keyboard is just loaded with function buttons out...

The only real beach in Geneva on the Lake

Mon, 19 Aug 2002 20:39:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Just a mile west of S.R. 534 and one mile south of Geneva on the Lake is a charming little State park beach complete with picnic tables, modern restroom/changing facilities, ample parking, a clean sandy beach approximately 1/4 mile in length by 100 feet...

Crown Jewel of Pennsylvania

Thu, 4 Jul 2002 23:32:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - As an easy day trip from western Pennsylvania, northeastern Ohio or Western New York, Presque Isle State Park can best be described as the Crown Jewel of Pennsylvania. Located on a seven mile long peninsula jutting out into Lake Erie four miles west of...

Sunday, December 7, 1941

Sun, 27 May 2001 13:51:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - As one of those who has personally visited the site of the greatest American military fiasco, i.e., Pearl Harbor, as well as the F.D.R. home at Hyde Park, N.Y., the film really hits home in a number of ways.

First and foremost, the riveting...

Microsoft FrontPage 2000: How to become a web publisher A.S.A.P.

Tue, 6 Feb 2001 23:31:10 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Bookstores currently offer a plethora of Microsoft Front Page 2000 instruction and self help manuals designed to assist prospective authors to create professional looking web sites. In reality, if you want to learn FP2000 software, jump right in and...

Shutter Bugs' Camera

Mon, 11 Dec 2000 23:15:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - If you want an awesome digital camera that requires a high level of technical competency or else a lot of patience scouring the user's manual to sort through the myriad of options and abundance of techno-wiz gadgetry you'll encounter, then, this model is...

Beach Lovers Beach

Fri, 1 Dec 2000 03:07:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - As a certified Beach Nut who has sampled the environs of the beach scene at every locale from Monaco, Maui, La Jolla, Waikiki, Cape Cod, Virginia Beach, the Outer Banks, Aruba, Acapulco, Cancun, Ft.Lauderdale, South Beach, etc., etc., one beach in my...

Gettysburg - A real live history lesson

Wed, 1 Nov 2000 00:06:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Review Topic: Stark realities regarding the events leading to and culminating with the huge battle of Gettysburg which occurred during the days prior to the fourth of July holiday in 1863 can only truly be experienced by a visit to the site...

Fairmont Acapulco Princess: Pyramid Palace

Wed, 25 Oct 2000 01:21:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - Shaped like a great Aztec pyramid and situated on what locals claim to be the best surfing beach in all of Mexico, i.e., Revolcadero Beach, the Alcapulco Princess is truly a timeless architectural masterpiece.

Travel to this property during...

The First Lady of Hawaii

Fri, 20 Oct 2000 01:54:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - While considering beach front accommodations on Waikiki Beach in Oahu, Hawaii, the range of options appeared to be quite diverse in the fact that we were able to choose from ultramodern high rise luxury resorts, franchise chain hotels and landmark...

Place where grown men become little boys

Tue, 17 Oct 2000 02:08:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

On a recent fall whirlwind weekend tour of the Pocono resort area of Pennsylvania, we stumbled across what I consider to be a National treasure, i.e., Steamtown National Historic Site.
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Grand Hotel: Grand Old Lady

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 00:08:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - While searching for labor day weekend getaway ideas, the thought of spending a few days on Mackinac island at the Grand Hotel during the annual Jazz festival was just irresistible. As for 99% of the adult population born during this century, the...

Travel the world care free...

Wed, 11 Oct 2000 00:05:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SEMAJ - For experienced travelers, there is only one clear cut choice in luggage, i.e., the 28" Briggs and Riley w/garment carrier.

If you're a clothes horse like me, then you will appreciate the little details that really make a big difference...