© 1999-2009 Shopping.com, Inc. This feed is subject to our terms of use: http://www.epinions.com/help/rss_terms http://www.epinions.com/user-pilarzmom Recent reviews written by member pilarzmom en-us 121 37 http://www.epinions.com/ http://img.epinions.com/images/epi_images/logos/epinions_121.gif http://www.epinions.com/content_476030930564?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I've used a couple products from Alba in the past and loved them. So when I spotted Alba Hawaiian Jasmine and Vitamin E Moisture Cream while perusing the beauty section at Whole Foods, I didn't hesitate at all in getting it. And WOW! Now I look... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~476030930564 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:08:12 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_476030930564?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_475901628036?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - While I usually like to camp when staying in a national park, I knew from experience that June weather in Wyoming can be unpredictable, so I decided I'd prefer to have a real roof over my head, rather than just a tent, when we visited Grand Teton... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~475901628036 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 17:00:28 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_475901628036?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_475670154884?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - While I'm not as picky about hotels and motels when I'm staying just one night on an extended road trip, I do have certain criteria and expectations. Sadly, the Best Western Antlers in Vernal, Utah met very few of them. Location... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~475670154884 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:31:07 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_475670154884?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_473408310916?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - It's been years since I flew United, but enticed by cheap airfares I recently made a quick trip to Medford, Oregon for a family wedding, flying United. All the airlines were offering bargain basement prices ($150 RT between major hubs), but since... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~473408310916 Tue, 9 Jun 2009 22:23:29 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_473408310916?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_472819076740?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I've been buying more of my beauty products at Whole Foods recently as they offer a nice selection of natural and organic brands. One such purchase was Kiss My Face SPF 30 Sun Screen with Oat Protein Complex. Product Details... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~472819076740 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 19:18:35 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_472819076740?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_471878766212?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I purchased Skechers Bikers Excursion Sandals in March after searching for over a year for a pair of biking sandals. But it was worth the effort, as these sandals fit me perfectly, while still being lightweight and comfortable. Sandal... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~471878766212 Wed, 27 May 2009 16:27:16 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_471878766212?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_471211085444?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - Along with eating more natural and organic food this year, I am also making an effort to use more beauty products that contain fewer questionable chemical ingredients, such as parabens. Earth Science Almond-Aloe Moisturizer SPF 15 is one such... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~471211085444 Thu, 21 May 2009 17:05:07 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_471211085444?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_470867414660?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - It soon became fairly obvious after bringing home our puppy last year that we needed to get some chew toys to keep his little mouth busy. A local dog trainer recommended raw hide or Bully sticks. We tried a few different ones and came to like the rawhide... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~470867414660 Mon, 18 May 2009 17:03:22 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_470867414660?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_470150975108?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - Mother's Day marks the official beginning to the planting season here in Colorado. But before I could plant one flower in the ground, I needed to do some major cleanup in my yard, clearing the flower beds of dead plants, leaves and other debris. Last... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~470150975108 Tue, 12 May 2009 14:44:22 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_470150975108?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_470046576260?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - With the spread of Swine Flu, it seems we've all become much more conscientious about washing our hands or using hand sanitizers. Whenever possible I opt for good old soap and water, but sometimes it's not convenient when eating out or when we're on the... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~470046576260 Mon, 11 May 2009 17:22:20 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_470046576260?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_469491355268?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - After cutting my hair into a shorter bob hairstyle I came to the quick realization that I needed some hair products to keep my new look looking good. One of the first things I purchased was Big Sexy Hair Root Pump Spray Mousse to help my hair from... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~469491355268 Wed, 6 May 2009 15:07:02 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_469491355268?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_469276724868?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I wasn't surprised to see Hefty come out with their OneZip Fresh Extend Bags, riding on the coattails of the success of the Debbie Meyer Green Bags. While I never did get around to trying the Debbie Meyer Bags, I did decide to go ahead and test... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~469276724868 Mon, 4 May 2009 17:30:21 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_469276724868?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_468796345988?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I've quickly learned as a new dog owner that dogs can be as picky about their toys as kids are and that what one dog loves the next one can do without. Such is the case with the Aspen Soft Bite Floppy Disc. What it is This... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~468796345988 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:56:31 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_468796345988?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_468080365188?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - For the last couple years I've been using Costco dryer sheets and really saw no reason to consider changing. But I recently did find myself deciding to try Bounce again since the addition of a dog to our family had me wanting to see if their sheets... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~468080365188 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:06:10 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_468080365188?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_467259264644?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - As a first time dog owner, I never cease to be amazed what goes into my dog's mouth. It seems nothing is off limits if it's in the path of his mouth.  Needless to say, this can cause some digestive problems, and that's why using a product like... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~467259264644 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:36:00 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_467259264644?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_467028381316?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - Women like me with hereditary dark circles will try just about anything in hopes of making those pesky raccoon eyes a little less, well, raccoonish. I've tried many with little success. At least nowadays I am a little wiser and stay away from those... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~467028381316 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:24:11 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_467028381316?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_466512809604?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - My kids were really looking forward to our recent vacation to Disney World. I, on the other hand, was not perhaps as eager as they were.  Why? Well, I knew my middle-aged feet and legs didn't stand up to long days of walking and standing in line as... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~466512809604 Thu, 9 Apr 2009 16:48:13 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_466512809604?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_466292215428?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - Normally my family shuns the guided bus tours on our vacations, but I made an exception on our recent vacation to Orlando.  Without my usual chauffer (that is, my husband), I decided to leave the driving to Gator Tours/Grayline Orlando for our day... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~466292215428 Tue, 7 Apr 2009 16:49:33 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_466292215428?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_465824026244?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - When researching accommodations for our Orlando vacation, it became readily apparent that the Disney properties were not a good value. Sure, they're convenient, with cute themed décor and pools that often appeal to the youngsters.  But since... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~465824026244 Fri, 3 Apr 2009 16:02:08 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_465824026244?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_465506897540?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I never imagined that the little 2-month-old Pug I brought home 6 months ago would become the faithful walking companion that he is today. At the time it was a major effort just to get him to walk around the block, as he was more interested in sniffing... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~465506897540 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:49:33 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_465506897540?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_465398566532?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I always thought that to make a decent cup of espresso you needed a big bulky machine that cluttered up the countertop. Then my wonderful neighbor back in California introduced me to the world of stovetop espresso makers (also known as "macchinettas")... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~465398566532 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:02:33 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_465398566532?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_464282291844?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - In an effort to get myself motivated to dust more, I recently purchased a can of Swiffer Dust & Shine. Well, I was also pleased to discover that it's not only a dusting product, but can be used to clean granite and leather as well. It since... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~464282291844 Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:34:18 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_464282291844?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_464085159556?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - When I saw that Cover Girl's new product, Simply Ageless Foundation, was a solid cream-based product designed to be applied with a sponge, I was a bit skeptical as to whether I would like it. I had previously used one other similarly formulated... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~464085159556 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:14:24 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_464085159556?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_463970143876?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - I've been buying Lysol Disenfecting Wipes for several years as something to keep in the bathrooms to make it easier for my boys to clean up after themselves. While they do remember to keep the toilet area clean, they still do a pretty bad job around the... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~463970143876 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:08:52 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_463970143876?linkin_id=8003929 http://www.epinions.com/content_463501102724?linkin_id=8003929 rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pilarzmom - Few would argue that La Fortuna is one of the picturesque little towns in Costa Rica, thanks to having Arenal Volcano as a majestic backdrop. So it's not surprising that plenty of tour operators offer day trips or short overnight stays here. But after... http://www.epinions.com/content/submit.html/comment_~463501102724 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:28:44 GMT http://www.epinions.com/content_463501102724?linkin_id=8003929