Epinions Recent Reviews for sandyfl

When Kansas is Unhappy...Ain't No State Happy

Thu, 25 May 2006 13:32:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - In the afterfog of my son's 4th birthday party (which I had both the liberating pleasure and exhaustive pain of throwing without my hubby's help due to his recent career change), I plopped down at the kitchen table in my semi-comfy Wal-Mart dining chair...

Mountain Vistas and Breathtaking Snowscapes Do Not a FoolProof Romance Make

Tue, 16 May 2006 02:30:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Time truly flies. My little review stack has been growing lately, but dwarfed by other pressing things and my recent fascination with write-offs and Writer's Corner. Still, the Books section is my favorite Epinions kingdom, so back to my cozy little...

Educational, Cute and Classic Fun For Young Pooh Fans

Sat, 22 Apr 2006 17:03:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - After renting the exciting “Piglet’s Big Game” 3D animated Playstation 2 game for our young son, my hubby and I thought buying the PC version for him would be a blast. We were sadly disappointed when we finished installing this game and...

A Boy’s Heaven but Fun For Girls, Too

Sat, 15 Apr 2006 13:25:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - “Wheels!” is one of many delightful children’s books in the “Step Into Reading” Series produced by Random House. The series was specially developed with young readers and their parents/caregivers in mind, and its books are categorized...

Enjoyable and Unique for Veggie Tales Fans & Non-Fans Alike

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 19:23:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - After my last few reviews, I felt it was time to dig out something I could rave about. I've been sounding more and more like a grouchy, hard-to-please woman lately, so it's time to be more like my sunny, chipper self with a review that's 100% honest and...

Missing the Point - Not What I Expected From Precious Moments

Tue, 11 Apr 2006 23:14:09 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Inspired by heather
h's
review of an Easter book, I decided to plop this one on the top of the books I have lined up to review. As she said, Easter is coming soon. Great time to let parents know if a book on the topic is...

Short, Sweet & Bright, A Good Introduction to the Bible

Tue, 11 Apr 2006 15:14:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - With the host of choices out there these days, finding a good beginner’s Bible for your child is no easy task, if you have even a few basic standards for judging by. Here’s the lowdown on this one. When our son was around two years old, my hubby...

Don't We Wish Reading a Book Would Make Them Do That!

Sat, 8 Apr 2006 22:53:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Anyone who has experienced hearing the same annoying sound twenty times in a row can sympathize when I tell you how many times I've wanted to bash this book's sound button with my heavy cast iron frying pan. I would tell you, but I've lost count...

Simple but Fascinating Food Book for Young Children

Sat, 8 Apr 2006 21:02:41 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Buying a load of assorted stuff sight unseen over a year ago proved to be a good investment for my hubby and me. In the midst of a ton of secondhand clothing, toys, bedding, furniture, etc., sat a dozen or so books that have delighted our son countless...

A Favorite Bible Story Used to Teach Kids to Read

Fri, 7 Apr 2006 23:00:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - If a child you know is learning to read, the "Step into Reading" series is a wonderful place to start their journey at home, and to reinforce what they're learning at school. I have, for the most part, thoroughly enjoyed all of the books I own from this...

The Alphabet Illustrated By Our Favorite Oversized Red Dog

Fri, 7 Apr 2006 19:49:09 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - My aunt, as a Spanish teacher and substitute English teacher of many years, thinks the best gift a kid can get is a book. I have to admit, I share her sentiments, and I usually trust her taste. That was why when I settled into a comfy couch with my 3...

Location, Service and Comfort Make Seeing the Best of KC a Pleasure

Thu, 6 Apr 2006 18:17:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Before you make your decision on where to slumber in KC, let me present my best case for why your hard-earned dollars should (or shouldn't) be passed over the counter at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center. Price If you're paying the individual...

Taxi Your Biplane into Denver to Find Love With The Eight Stars of Colorado Wings

Wed, 5 Apr 2006 20:03:16 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Barbour Publishing’s four-in-one romances have had me completely enthralled lately. Seriously – my hubby thinks I’m in another universe most of the time. But this book left the other five I’ve read recently in its dust. If you’ve...

Ride Your Stallion Into the Barren Desert and Flush Your Cheeks With Passion's Warmth

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 14:36:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - If you’ve read some of my latest reviews, you know me to be a total romance novel fanatic. I especially love Christian romance novels that fan the fires of both my passionate soul and my faith, with inspirational and uplifting stories. I got all that...

Redden Your Face with the Heat of Paradise...and the Warmth of Love

Tue, 14 Mar 2006 19:32:41 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - The very name ”Key West” fills my mind with images of palm trees swaying in the breeze, white sandy beaches, swirling turquoise and dark blue ocean waters, and blinding sunlight. Many a writer has profited from a tropical setting for romantic value,...

Mush Your Dog Team or Drive Your Car Through Untamed Wilderness and Discover Love

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 14:41:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - If you enjoy Christian romance but have never picked up a “Barbour Publishing” Four-in-One novel, you’re in for a unique and pleasant reading experience. If you have read one before, you already know that these books feature four different love stories,...

Journey to Africa With the Amazing Mossmans and Discover Healing

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 10:50:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - What do you expect from a typical Christian novel? Inspirational but sometimes predictable journeys for characters that are either average sinners or average saints? Some adventure and romance thrown into the mix, but perhaps rather shallow & not...

The Sims 2 for Windows: The Sims 2: The Sequel Dreams are Made Of!

Tue, 28 Sep 2004 17:15:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Beware! This game is monstrously addictive and may cause a desire for endless gameplay hampered only by sleep and the need for food. Be sure to say goodbye to your friends and family and tell them you're going on vacation for awhile before you begin...

A Lesson on the Meaning of Easter - and a Load of Laughs

Thu, 8 Jul 2004 23:53:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Star of Christmas fans, here is the sequel that does not disappoint! But even if you're new to Veggie Tales (see below), don't hesitate to rent this one! Like "The Star of Christmas", this DVD breaks the classic Veggie style with the absence of the usual...

Turbulence - Why Would They Sequel This?

Sat, 12 Apr 2003 20:01:03 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Having watched this again on cable the other day, I felt motivated to let the unsuspecting soul who missed it know what they have and haven't been missing.

A Line-Up of the Actors:

Rachel Ticotin • Heidi Kling • Ray Liotta...

The Sims Online - Magnificent Idea, Poor Execution.

Sat, 12 Apr 2003 17:47:29 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - The Sims and all of it's expansion packs has become an icon, a level to which many programmers have yet to aspire, a true giant in the pc game industry. The demand has become so great as to inspire release on the Xbox and Playstation 2 systems as well...

NetFlix: Keep movies you want as long as you want...it's the life Movie Buffs dream of!

Thu, 10 Apr 2003 00:23:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - If you own a DVD player and have never experienced Netflix, you're missing out on so much! Imagine never having to pay another late fee on a movie, (or get up early on a Saturday to make the noon deadline to avoid the late fee). Imagine relaxing in your...

What Can I Say About Part 2's...Continued

Wed, 9 Apr 2003 23:47:12 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Ok, so what do you really expect from a sequel? You usually want the same characters from the first movie, played by the same actors as the first movie (it just turns me 3 shades of red when they try that replacement actor junk), and a similar story line...

Swing 'N Lock - The Ultimate in Baby Blocking

Tue, 18 Feb 2003 20:16:12 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - So far, this gate has given me an overall pleasant experience, with few problems. Here are the specs:

The gate is adjustable to fit doorways from 26" to 42"

Intended for ages 6 mos. - 24 mos.

Takes about 10 - 15 min. to assemble &...

Some of My Best Teenage Memories Took Place at Ha Ha Tonka

Thu, 29 Aug 2002 10:42:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sandyfl - Just seeing the name takes me back. Driving down the winding roads that lead to the entrance of the park, the excitement built up so much I could hardly stand it. One of the first times I visited, my family and some close friends of ours stayed for the...