Epinions Recent Reviews for ms_block

A step back in time

Sun, 16 Jan 2005 01:02:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - If you are in the mood for something different on Independence Day and you are in southeastern Minnesota, I would like to suggest a visit to Forestville State Park. The Historical Town of Forestville is inside the park, and is the main reason to...

Running around Afton State Park

Thu, 10 Oct 2002 13:12:38 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - “Afton State Park has the best trail running anywhere.” That was the comment that sent me to visit this park located on the border of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Although I didn’t do any trail running, I did a lot of walking and could...

The beauty and seclusion of nature

Tue, 1 Oct 2002 14:42:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Bright green underbrush, white birch bark, golden fall leaves, shiny blue berries bobbing on thin stems, and fiery red, yellow, and orange mushrooms grace the scenery of George H. Crosby Manitou State Park in northeastern Minnesota. The beauty of the...

Scratch and Sniff Irony

Tue, 2 Apr 2002 13:24:02 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - I was attracted to Clinique Special Hand and Body Lotion because of the words 100% fragrance free printed on the label. This product is good at smoothing skin, but I don't recommend it for one ironic reason: the smell.

"But wait," you say,...

Do you have fine lines?

Fri, 4 Jan 2002 10:51:45 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - "Have you noticed any problem areas?" the Clinique representative asked. "Yes, I have noticed lines around my eyes. I don't understand why; I wear a hat, try to avoid the sun, and drink lots of water." I stared into the mirror. "I suppose I could...

Hiking the Savanna Portage Trail

Thu, 6 Sep 2001 19:05:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - The Savanna Portage Trail is listed as a favorite experience of visitors to Savanna Portage State Park. I hiked the length of it, and the trail itself is worthy of its own review. If you are curious about other features of the state park, I plan to...

Soudan Underground Mine State Park : A little like Indiana Jones

Wed, 5 Sep 2001 10:31:14 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - The Soudan Underground Mine State Park is not what I typically think of when "state park" comes to mind. Although there are hiking trails, there is no camping here; the main attraction is what it is named after, the Soudan Underground Mine. The mine...

Canoeing, hiking, and bird watching

Tue, 4 Sep 2001 11:52:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - I fear that Rice Lake State Park would lose in a straight comparison contest with the Boundary Waters Wilderness. Spend much time in Minnesota, and people will inevitably tell you that you must go to the Boundary Waters. But going to the Boundary...

If you like to read sick jokes

Thu, 5 Apr 2001 16:45:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Do you have cancer, chronic pain, chronic illness, or are just always fighting your body to stay healthy? If you believe that laughter is the best medicine, then this is the book for you.

Browsing through a bookstore, I noticed what appeared...

Gold, yellow, red . . . ahh, beautiful Great River Bluffs in autumn

Wed, 1 Nov 2000 19:27:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Review Topic: Sights & Attractions Great River Bluffs State Park is spectacular in the fall. This Minnesota State park is located right on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border, so you see spectacular views from the bluffs, not only of the fall...

America's Job Bank: Free service for Employers too!

Wed, 1 Nov 2000 18:16:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Are you an employer who wants to decrease turnover related expense? There are several media to use to find new workers, but advertising is expensive and it adds up over time. Employers use word of mouth, newspaper classified ads, radio, and television...

Monster.com: Monstrous fees & service for employers

Wed, 1 Nov 2000 11:17:14 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Monster is the most popular service! Well, at least it is the most reviewed here at Epinions, and it is heavily advertised. But is it the most practical for employers? According to Nation Job's "comparison shopping" Monster.com ranks as the...

Better than EVER!

Wed, 11 Oct 2000 15:16:02 GMT

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

There are some new and exciting changes to Minnesota’s State Parks recently, changes that are certainly welcome to Ms. Block. New funding has been appropriated to the parks to keep them...

Archived Web Services Reviews: How to give a gift to anyone!

Tue, 3 Oct 2000 12:51:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - My profile makes it clear that I like to give gifts, the more creative and special the better. Some people have even emailed me asking for ideas about what to give a certain someone in their life. Choosing a gift is not an easy task, especially if you...

Squishy pineapple muffin?

Mon, 28 Aug 2000 15:20:49 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - I used to think that airlines are basically the same. Not one stands out as particularly better or particularly worse. They all are designed to move the most people as quickly, efficiently, and as cheaply as possible. In general I fly United or...

Archived Web Services Reviews: The best job search resource

Mon, 21 Aug 2000 17:41:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Introducing a great new job search web site called "Workforce Organizer On-Line!" This site is modeled after a program (called, amazingly enough, the WorkForce Organizer) found in Resource Areas in Minnesota Workforce Centers. This...

Adidas Tango Take Off improves my best shot

Fri, 4 Aug 2000 12:32:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Have you ever used equipment of your own and found it decent, but later found it incredibly lacking after using something better? That is how I feel when comparing my hard, old, cracking, nameless soccer ball with my new Adidas Tango.

This is...

Comin' around the mountain - Yipes!

Fri, 21 Jul 2000 11:05:20 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - This is not a good SUV to use running around the mountain. The overall impression I have of the KIA Sportage is a poor one. I had the longest test drive you can have: a rental car. I drove over 1,100 miles in eleven days throughout the San Francisco...

Three butts in the backseat

Tue, 18 Jul 2000 13:20:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - I chose Dollar Rent a Car because I have read here in Epinions that Dollar has the best rates. I just turned 25, which means I can finally rent a car with no extra penalty. Good thing too, because I have recently had need to rent one during a trip to...

When a mosquito is a bird

Thu, 22 Jun 2000 12:47:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Living in Minnesota brings new appreciation for products that stop the itch caused by all manner of bugs and critters.

My first exposure to the wonders of this product was not with a mosquito bite, prolific as they are in Minnesota. No, I was...

My husband has turned into a liar

Wed, 21 Jun 2000 15:48:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - "(GASP!) What's wrong, what are you doing?"

"Sorry, honey," my husband said as he gained control of the car. He frowned. "It doesn't seem to want to turn left."

"Well we're almost home . . ."

He...

Toothpastes: Aquafresh Sensitive

Mon, 12 Jun 2000 16:07:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - I have had a sensitive tooth for several years, and have used several types of toothpaste to remedy this. For a while the only thing on the market was Sensodyne, which is excellent but expensive. Now there are a few brands that make toothpaste for...

High Gas prices got you down? Not me!

Mon, 12 Jun 2000 13:03:48 GMT

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

Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

In much of Minnesota and Wisconsin, many cities, towns, and rural areas have converted old rail systems into trail systems. After...

I think those men are staring at me

Tue, 6 Jun 2000 10:15:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block - Like most Americans, I have heard about Mt. Rushmore for as long as I can remember and consider it an icon along the lines of the Statue of Liberty. I have studied about these presidents in school, and know their contributions to our country. As we...

Tag in the Redwood Forest

Fri, 2 Jun 2000 14:49:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ms_block -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

Redwood Park in Arcata, CA has something for everyone. Nestled in the Redwoods, this park is a great place to explore a redwood forest, play a very challenging round of Disc (Frisbee)...