Epinions Recent Reviews for samiam0917

The perfect under-seat carry-on bag

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:30:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I travel for work ~20 - 25 weeks/yr and must carry a laptop with me on every trip. I searched high and low for a bag that would hold my laptop as well as my other travel essentials, i.e., purse, book, bottle of water, etc. I also wanted the...

Superb flea, tick, mosquito protection for your dog

Sun, 9 Nov 2008 02:16:17 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I recently adopted a large breed dog and wanted to make sure I was giving him the best flea and tick treatment. It has been a long time since I owned a dog (I am from the days of flea collars), so the new once-a-month topical treatments were new to...

Healthy, natural, and yummy snack for your dog

Sun, 9 Nov 2008 01:37:25 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I recently adopted a large breed dog and wanted to make sure I was giving him the proper nutrition in both his food and his treats. He gets treats daily and I like to give him a variety of healthy snacks. While shopping one day at my local...

Healthy, natural snack for your dog

Sat, 8 Nov 2008 23:04:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I recently adopted a large breed dog and wanted to make sure I was giving him the proper nutrition in both his food and his treats. While shopping one day at my local PetSmart, I saw Nutro Natural Choice Crunchy Treats With Real Apples and decided...

Third time's a charm? Not really.

Fri, 28 Sep 2001 21:05:31 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I was excited when I saw the "Coming Soon" movie posters for Jurassic Park III. I enjoyed the first 2 movies so much that I automatically planned to see this one. As per my usual, I avoided all reviews, spoilers, and trailers as much as possible -- I...

No frills, but gets the job done

Sun, 10 Dec 2000 00:51:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I am not a "techno-junkie," thus don't purchase electronic items often. Don't get me wrong, I'm not anti-technology by any means, I just don't have the interest, inclination, or budget to support the newest/greatest/best electronics out there...

The (Girl) Power of 3

Sun, 10 Dec 2000 00:13:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - This is typically not the type of movie I run to see, but I have always been a big Charlie's Angels fan, so I felt obliged. I'm also a big Drew Barrymore fan and love Lucy Liu's "Ling" character on "Ally McBeal," so I was pretty sure...

The "M" now stands for mindless

Fri, 17 Nov 2000 15:50:35 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - It's 1981 and I'm 11 years old -- a prime age to be drawn to anything new or different or cool. Then, like a pre-teen's dream come true, MTV debuts on August 1, 1981 with "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles. "VJs" are born...

Good vs. evil with a twist

Fri, 3 Nov 2000 00:52:54 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - First things first...this is not an Alex Cross book. That said, I enjoyed it more than I have most of his other non-Cross books (think When the Wind Blows) AND more than his last Cross book, Pop Goes the Weasel, but alas...those are for...

Great food, great service -- just great!

Fri, 3 Nov 2000 00:33:40 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I've never left the Outback hungry or dissatisfied. In my experience, it is one of the best quality and most consistent chain restaurants you'll find. The food is superb, the service fantastic, and the atmosphere fun, friendly, and casual from start to...

The Best "Fast Food" Out There

Fri, 3 Nov 2000 00:15:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - When I think "fast food," I think McDonald's, Hardee's, Burger King, etc. Certainly, these were the original fast food restaurants as well as the first to take the "drive-thru" concept nationwide. However, as drive-thrus became...

Titus: MY kind of "reality" TV

Thu, 19 Oct 2000 21:40:23 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - To me, "Titus" is the "Roseanne" of this decade. Like Rosanne, Christopher Titus says the show is based on his life. It seems both of them managed to make something great out of something not-so-great using the formula...

A "scream" for sure, but not a scary one!

Thu, 19 Oct 2000 19:45:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - To my understanding, the Scream trilogy was intended to bring back the glory days of horror films by making the movie cast and the script with a bit more humor, thus not taking themselves so seriously. Well, I certainly feel they achieved that goal --...

Is it Friday yet?!

Thu, 19 Oct 2000 19:40:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - Friday's menu is one of the largest I've seen in any restaurant, local or chain. Appetizers range from the standard (potato skins, fried cheese) to the unusual (pot stickers, spinach and artichoke dip). Entree offerings include salads, burgers,...

Do they REALLY grill the macaroni?!

Thu, 19 Oct 2000 19:32:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - Seriously though, this is one of my all-time favorite restaurants. Slightly more upscale than the typical chain restaurant, the atmosphere stimulates your senses immediately. Upon entering, you hear the Italian music, smell the wood smoke and the yummy...

Yahoo Auctions: Free selling is better than fee selling!

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 00:12:56 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I've been selling exclusively on Yahoo! auctions for just over a year, have closed over 200 auctions, and have made a good profit without having to pay to do it. Since my selling is a hobby (I'm selling off an extensive personal collection of...

Perfect for the kids! Parents, just grin and bear it!

Tue, 10 Oct 2000 22:40:29 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I've spent many an afternoon and weekend night at Chuck E. Cheese and it's pretty much the same experience time after time. If you're a "newbie," here's a little preview of what to expect:

Arrival

You arrive at the...

Can't get blood from a turnip? I'll bet this woman could!

Tue, 10 Oct 2000 19:43:06 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I saw Amy Dacyczyn on a morning talk show several years ago and was intrigued by her innovative money-saving ideas, so I went out and bought the book (The Complete Tightwad Gazette) so I could have the full "experience." I skimmed the book...

I LOVE this camera!

Mon, 9 Oct 2000 21:01:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I bought this camera after years of using average $25 35mm cameras. I didn't take many pictures, just special occasions and holidays, so I couldn't imagine investing in a "good" camera. Then I discovered scrapbooking as a hobby and I knew I...

Great food, but "fast?" -- not really

Mon, 9 Oct 2000 20:12:37 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I've never had a bad meal at Arby's...I consider it one of the better fast food restaurants around. The food is fresh, the menu is diverse, and they frequently have specials, new items, value meals, etc. The service, on the other hand, is what keeps me...

Taco Bell can't TOUCH them!

Mon, 9 Oct 2000 20:07:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I discovered Taco Time nearly 15 years ago as a high school senior. It was new to our city and close to my school, allowing us time to dash off campus for a quick lunch. Still, it wasn't long before we were all addicted -- the crisp burritos,...

Never fails to make me laugh out loud!

Sun, 8 Oct 2000 19:46:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - Yes, I am a grown woman and have seen this movie at least a hundred times, yet I still laugh every time I watch it. In my book, it's a comedy classic. When Pee Wee slips on his bunny slippers and makes them sniff the carpet...when he makes his pancake...

A "Good Thing?" Not in my book!

Sun, 8 Oct 2000 19:29:17 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - Yes, it is the year 2000, but most women (myself included) still like to think they excel in the area of homemaking...even if it isn't their primary goal. Well, Martha Stewart is here to TELL you that you can do it, too...that is until she she SHOWS you...

A local favorite gone national

Sat, 7 Oct 2000 23:28:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I am lucky enough to reside in NC, the home of Krispy Kreme donuts, so my history with these delectable pastries is longer than most. I grew up with Krispy Kreme donuts, hot and fresh from the oven, at all times of the year...and all times of the day...

A step above your average sit-down chain restaurant

Fri, 6 Oct 2000 21:45:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author samiam0917 - I go to Tripp's once every couple of months and have never had a bad experience. The atmosphere is tasteful and understated (muted colors and brass fixtures), the waitstaff is knowledgeable and friendly (they make great recommendations if you can't...