Epinions Recent Reviews for rachelcaron

Honda Pilot 2006 – Great Mid-Size SUV

Fri, 28 Oct 2005 13:26:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I traded in my 2001 Nissan Maxima and got a Pilot about a month ago. We were looking for a mid-sized SUV that was easy to drive and didn’t feel like a truck. We also tested out the Toyota Highlander, BMW X3, and Honda CRV but decided the Pilot was...

You should Tryams Iams! Lizzy Dog loves it!

Tue, 3 Feb 2004 13:37:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I picked up Lizzy from the animal shelter about five months ago. She was a small energetic 3-month-old Golden Retriever/Lab mix. I fell in love with her right away and wanted only the best for her. I began my search for the best dog food. Since...

Gre Exam: The story of the girl who needed to improve her GRE scores

Thu, 16 Aug 2001 16:23:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Once upon a time there was a recent college graduate, named Rachel. As much as she enjoyed not having papers to write and tests to study for… she was thinking it was about time to go back to school. In her town it was not easy to find a job with just a...

Quarterlife Crisis: You’re not the only one feeling like this

Thu, 9 Aug 2001 12:03:25 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Ok, everyone has heard of the midlife crisis. Bald men buy red-hot convertibles, couples married for years have affairs, and many people just plain have a nervous breakdown. But a quarterlife crisis? What’s that, you ask.

The Quarterlife...

RCA Digital Camera- Small Price, Lots of fun!

Tue, 1 May 2001 01:01:05 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - This is my first digital camera. I was so excited to get it. I bought it off of ebay for $52. I was a little leery at first. I’d never bought an item for that much on ebay, even though that is cheap for digital camera. Also, I really did not know...

Hally Tosis (P.U.!) Saves the Day!

Thu, 26 Apr 2001 03:20:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - First, let me tell you how I came across this book. I was at Barnes and Nobles a few weeks ago looking through their “Employees Recommendations” section. Being a dog lover, this book caught my eye. The title “Dog Breath” drew in my attention. As all...

Compact, Inexpensive, Reliable Cell Phone. Sound good? Read on!

Sat, 24 Feb 2001 15:30:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Are you looking for a compact, inexpensive, reliable cell phone ? Look no further. StarTAC, by Motorola, is the one for you.

I have had my StarTAC for about 4 months now and have been very pleased with it.

What’s so...

The Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How of SUBSTITUTE TEACHING

Tue, 30 Jan 2001 22:10:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Looking for a part time, or even full time, job to help you get through school?

Looking for a way to find out if education is a field you would like to enter?

BECOME A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER!

* (please read my note at the...

Bill Nye Rocks! Bill Bill Bill Bill! Education made fun!

Fri, 26 Jan 2001 20:41:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Bill! Bill! Bill! Bill! Bill Nye the Science Guy!

Educational, fun, exciting, humorous? All in the same sentence? Well, Bill Nye does it.

How does he do it?

Bill Nye the Science Guy is a wonderful program...

Hot Salsa! Dance the night away in Austin, Texas

Thu, 4 Jan 2001 01:24:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Add some spice to your night. Head down to the Warehouse district and get ready for the time of your life. Hit the Latin dance clubs for some fun salsa and meringue music. Explore the side of Austin, Texas that will leave you coming back for more.
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A song so romantic it will give you goose bumps.

Sun, 24 Dec 2000 07:29:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - This song will sweep you off your feet

Even if you don’t speak Spanish, I recommend listening to the song “A Puro Dolor” (or in English, “Purest of Pain”) by Son by Four. I heard this song for the first time when I was in Costa Rica. As...

Positano -beach & mts -It doesn't get much better than this!

Sat, 23 Dec 2000 21:42:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Picture this: A beautiful Italian city over looking the Mediterranean sea, yet also in the mountains. You have to blink twice just to make sure you are not dreaming. The view is breathtaking. Quaint little colorful cliffside houses stacked...

Improve the look of your skin and protect it from the sun

Thu, 14 Dec 2000 15:28:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I started using Neutrogena Healthy Skin Face Lotion a couple of years ago. I have been very happy with this product.

Advantages

My skin is pretty sensitive and I have had problems finding lotions that wont irritate my skin-...

Costa Rica es Pura Vida! People, Climate, Culture, Advice..

Thu, 30 Nov 2000 01:16:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Costa Rica

Costa Rica : I had the time of my life. I learned so much about the culture, the Spanish language, and myself.

Spanish

First of all, I found the Spanish there was a lot easier to understand than the Spanish...

Total SPANISH Immersion! Study Spanish at Intercultura

Tue, 21 Nov 2000 00:17:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Looking for a fun and fast way to learn Spanish? Want to enjoy the beautiful beaches, friendly people, and salsa and meringue dancing in Costa Rica? Come study at Intercultura: Centro de Idiomas in Heredia, Costa Rica.

I found...

Sip a MARGARITA and relax in a HAMMOCK in PUERTO VIEJO, CR

Thu, 16 Nov 2000 19:36:40 GMT

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

Puerto Viejo is a little town on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. This laid back area of the beach is a popular place for all types of travelers. There you will find surfer dudes,...

Volcan Arenal - Relax in hot springs, watch a volcano erupt

Sat, 11 Nov 2000 20:57:22 GMT

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

If you go to Costa Rica (which I highly recommend) you must go to Volcan Arenal. It was absolutely beautiful. In fact, it was one of the most amazing things I have ever seen. You can...

General Reviews of Verizon Customer Service: What's up with this service? GOODBYE VERIZON WIRELESS!

Tue, 7 Nov 2000 21:42:41 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - About a year ago I bought a phone and service through PrimeCo. I got the top of the line phone at that time, or at least that’s what the salesperson told me. I was pretty happy with both the phone and the service for most of the time. I had what I...

Graduated from UT- Now what???

Sat, 24 Jun 2000 03:32:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Well, I just graduated from the University of Texas with a double major in Psychology and Spanish and a minor in business. What do I do now? Well, now I need to find a job, but hopefully I wont have such a hard time after graduating from UT.

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ISRAEL- Partnership 2000 - Kefiada

Wed, 17 May 2000 21:00:55 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - Kefiada- Partnership 2000 was a great experience. It gave me the chance to learn about Israel, the people, and Judaism. Partnership 2000 is a U.S. organization that helps out Israel. Each region of the U.S. is assigned to a certain region of Israel...

~ Where to Stay In Rome: A great little hostel/hotel

Tue, 9 May 2000 23:15:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I went to Rome last summer and absolutely loved it. There is so much to do there and so many amazing things to see, but part of the reason I loved it so much was because I found a great place to stay.

The name of the place is Casa Olmata...

* Sevilla Weather* BE PREPARED!

Sat, 6 May 2000 02:08:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I spent a semester studying abroad in Sevilla. Here is some information about the weather in Sevilla.

When I arrived in January it was pretty cold outside. Most of the houses have no heat or air conditioners. In the main room under the...

? Tired of the same old thing? See the Latin side of Dallas

Thu, 20 Apr 2000 20:43:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - I grew up in Dallas, but now I am living in Austin. Growing up I always thought Dallas was pretty boring and that there was nothing to do. I felt like I was always doing the same thing - going to coffee houses and movie theaters. I recently found out...

~ Spanish Comida (food) and Bebidas (drinks)

Wed, 12 Apr 2000 19:53:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - SPANISH FOOD:

I spent a semester studying abroad in Spain. Here are some of the observations I have made about Spanish food and drinks.

The food: They cook with a lot of olive oil, eggs, potatoes, and tomatoes. The Spaniards don’t...

! Viva Espana! The Culture, The People, The Way of Life...

Wed, 12 Apr 2000 19:33:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author rachelcaron - SPAIN: WHAT I HAVE LEARNED

I spent a semester studying abroad in Spain. Here are some of my observations about the people, culture, and just general way of life in Spain.

I remember the first day I arrived in Madrid. One of the...