Epinions Recent Reviews for mgabriele

Florist.com: Florist.com - when you need to send the very best.

Fri, 10 Aug 2001 20:07:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I have always hated buying floral arrangements over the phone. You know what you want but you may not get it (like the time my husband asked our local florist to send me a nice summer arrangement and I got one orchid). It was pretty but not my style...

Quick Desserts: 5 Cup Fruit Salad

Wed, 8 Aug 2001 20:20:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - This is a great dessert for the summer. It takes about two minutes to throw it all together.

Ingredients

1 20 oz can of crushed pineapple

1 can of mandarin oranges,drained

1 cup of mini marshmallows

1 cup of sour cream
...

Boy,I didn't know I was going to need to take out a second mortgage!

Tue, 17 Jul 2001 21:19:36 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - They recently opened a Ben & Jerry's at our mall food court. I had taken my children on an infrequent trip to the mall and thought it would be nice to stop for an ice cream. Big mistake! Let's just say my jaw dropped when I saw the prices. But what was I...

94th Aero Squadron - next time,I think I'll fly by

Sun, 15 Jul 2001 19:50:38 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I had been to this restaurant several years ago and since we were in the Northeast area,decided to try it out again. I think I would have been better off remembering what it was like.

The 94th Aero Squadron is located at the Northeast...

Rodeway Inn Waco: If you're really stuck,then I guess Rodeway will do.

Tue, 10 Jul 2001 20:39:36 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - This epinion is about the Rodeway in Lancaster,Pa. It was my own fault we ended up there. I waited till the last minute to make reservations and couldn't get into any other hotel.

The Rodeway is located on the Route 30 strip in Lancaster,a...

Island Beach State Park - look no further if you are in New Jersey

Mon, 9 Jul 2001 15:59:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - This is primarily a review of the beach at Island Beach State Park. There are many other things at the park besides the beach,but we were on a very limited time schedule so our time was spent at the beach.

Island Beach State Park is in central...

Grocery Stores: Genuardi's -the best supermarket in SE Pennsylvania

Tue, 29 May 2001 22:38:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I have to say that I live in an area that is a grocery shopper's dream. There are about 10 different chains within a 20 minute drive from my home. Almost all of them have some sort of doubling policy. My favorite though is Genuardi's.

Their...

Greenpoints: Remember Green Stamps -this is the Internet version.

Sun, 20 May 2001 17:58:21 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - If you were born in the 50's,you probably remember your mom getting those Green stamps and having to lick,lick,lick them into those little books. Save up enough and you got to order from their catalog. Green points is the new,updated,though not...

It's a small,small world on a nice,nice ride.

Thu, 10 May 2001 19:56:17 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - Ok,the song can drive you nuts but It's a Small,Small World is one of the most relaxing rides in the Magic Kingdom.

The theme of this ride is about peace and togetherness. The dolls are dressed as natives of all different countries and the...

Traffic school and LA - this is one funny movie

Sat, 5 May 2001 19:54:10 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I happened upon this movie one day when I went to rent some videos. It was one of those bargain - rent 7 days for 49 cent deals. I'm not sure what caught my eye but I picked it up. I figured if it was a dud,no harm done.

Let me tell you,this...

This Biore doesn't have what it takes.

Sun, 29 Apr 2001 19:05:01 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I have to say I was very disappointed in this product. I had never tried Biore products before but they were on sale so I thought I would try them out.

The whole concept of this product is its supposedly warming effect when you apply it to...

St Martaan - Think twice before renting a car.

Sat, 28 Apr 2001 15:19:10 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - We went to Saint Martaan on our honeymoon. I was really looking forward to what I thought would be a great trip. Suffice to say,I was disappointed in this island.

This island is divided into two parts, Dutch and French. The Dutch side is where...

If we can ever get this to work,it would be great.

Wed, 25 Apr 2001 21:04:41 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - Mindspring DSL was not our first choice for DSL service. We had DSL through our local ISP with Fastpoint. Unfortunately,Fastpoint went out of business and our local provider did not want to have the hassle of providing third party DSL. We were given two...

I think I'll stick with regular Blistex next time.

Sun, 22 Apr 2001 19:50:44 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I recently tried this product for the first time. First,let me say,that I have always used regular Blistex and been happy with it

Blistex Herbal Lip Balms comes in both a stick and ointment. I am not a big fan of sticks,(I feel they don't...

My cat POUNCES for Pounce.

Sat, 21 Apr 2001 18:03:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - Unfortunately, like you and I, if a cat does not have clean teeth, it can cause a lot of harm to his entire body. We can go out and buy a toothbrush,toothpaste and floss and take care of ourselves. A cat cannot.

That is why it is important...

It's not just about donuts!

Fri, 20 Apr 2001 20:11:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - The first thing I have to admit was that I was very skeptical about Dunkin Donuts. I remember one as a kid growing up. It was not very attractive and I would rather go to a bakery if I wanted a donuts.

Last October, my brother, who is probably...

Lotrimin is not just for your feet!

Mon, 16 Apr 2001 20:54:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I have used Lotrimin in the past when someone in my family had athlete's foot. But,did I ever think I would use it on my face! I would have said "are you crazy?".But,I am here to tell you that I have and it works very well.

What Lotrimin does...

Ethel Kennedy - how the other half lives

Fri, 13 Apr 2001 09:50:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - This book is a biography of Ethel Skakel Kennedy.

It starts with her grandparents and then goes on from there. Ethel Kennedy came from a wealthy family in their own right and the book speaks about how her family became wealthy. While the...

JFK - a wonderful remembrance.

Thu, 12 Apr 2001 19:14:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I realize this is slightly off topic. This review is about the JFK Museum and Library,located in Dorchester,Ma.

The JFK Museum is on Morrisey Blvd, next to the University of Massachusetts in Boston. It is easily accessable by car or by public...

25 cent soda,free movies and inexpensive - what more could you want!

Tue, 10 Apr 2001 21:25:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - If you are going to Boston and looking for a hotel in the suburban Boston area,you cannot go wrong with Candlewood Suites.

I just returned from a long weekend stay there and all I can say,is I doubt I will look for another hotel to stay at...

When your child can't hold it,GoodNites will!

Mon, 19 Mar 2001 21:51:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - If you have ever had a child that has a weak bladder,you will know what a blessing GoodNites are.

My son is 7 and still has trouble keeping dry all night. I have tried waking him up,stopping liquids early in the evening,etc but he has a small...

I wouldn't want to depend on Bekins for a big move.

Sat, 17 Mar 2001 22:49:59 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I did not chose Bekins,I had no choice in the matter. My 30th anniversary with my employer will be next month and I was eligible for a reward. There were several choices and one was a curio cabinet. Since I need furniture,I decided to pick that. In the...

It's not a miracle worker,but it helps!

Sat, 17 Mar 2001 12:15:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - For various health reasons,I have a hard time cleaning. I had seen an infomercial for the Steam Buggy on tv,but was hesitant to buy something sight unseen. The next week,I saw an ad for the Eureka Enviro Steamer in one of our circulars and decided to try...

Milesource.com: Milesource is a good reward program.

Sat, 17 Feb 2001 18:23:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - I started to use Milesource when Powerdime went belly up. Unlike many of the other click to earn programs, I think Milesource is easy to do and the points are attainable.

There are several ways to earn points. The easiest and one I do everyday...

Holiday Inn Hotel and Resorts Chain: Going to Orlando? Try Holiday Inn.

Sat, 17 Feb 2001 16:44:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mgabriele - When we decided to make our big trip to Disney, we weighed the pros and cons of staying inside or outside the park. We decided to stay at the Holiday Inn in Kissimmee,Florida.

Many of the rooms at this hotel are Kid Suites. Basically,what you...