Epinions Recent Reviews for tritter72

Looking for Dust Bunnies in The Future Homemakers of America

Sat, 22 Feb 2003 20:50:01 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - The year is 1952, and we find a group of five American women living in Drampton, England. They are brought together by one main commonality: all are married to men in the Air Force. It is the friendships between these women that form the basis for the...

If You're Happy and You Know It...Happy Cement Mixer

Wed, 19 Feb 2003 18:33:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Almost a year ago, we purchased the Happy Crane Construction set for our son. As we saw the level of enjoyment our then-ten-month-old was getting from it, we started to build our collection of accessory vehicles slowly but surely. One of the ones we...

Bump 'n Crash Cars - SUV: Will Your Furniture Thank You?

Wed, 12 Feb 2003 17:40:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - When my husband came home with a Bump 'n Crash Car, I wasn't exactly sure what the attraction was. Now, I'm no expert on toy cars, other than knowing that for one reason or another my son loves them. "Car" was one of his first words, and...

Carter Beats the Devil: A Magical Mystery Tour for the Reader

Sun, 9 Feb 2003 19:01:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - This book had been on my "to-read list" for quite a while. After finally sitting down and reading Carter Beats the Devil, I consider Glen David Gold to be something of a magician. In writing his wonderful novel, whose main character is the real...

Wheeeee! It's the Little People Fun Park

Fri, 7 Feb 2003 12:41:57 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - We had the Fisher-Price Little People Fun Park stocked away for quite a while. We were eagerly awaiting the holiday season, when our son would be old enough to get some enjoyment out of it. Like kids ourselves, my husband and I were anxious to...

Get Set for a Field Trip: Little People Animal Sounds Zoo

Sat, 1 Feb 2003 18:42:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - When my brother and I were kids, my parents strongly believed in the quality of Fisher-Price toys. As a result, we had many Little People sets between us. That was back in the days when the Little People were little more than a wooden cylinder with a...

Little Tikes ActionPower Workshop: It Has More Power!

Tue, 28 Jan 2003 17:20:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - My parents were on a mission to buy my son a great under-the-tree gift this holiday season. They love to spoil their only grandchild and were definitely in search of a showstopper. Knowing that my son would be more interested in tearing the wrapping...

Apples to Apples Core Game: One Bad Apple Might Be a Winner!

Wed, 22 Jan 2003 12:18:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Author's Note: It seems like forever since I've written a review that has nothing to do with my child. I'm giddy with excitement!

I can always count on my husband to give me an unusual gift for the holidays, and this year was no...

Barney Picture Day Camera Book: Barney Picture Day Camera Book: Super-Dee-Duper?

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 12:23:59 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - It seems like I'm in the minority when it comes to Barney. I didn't cringe with horror when my son tore the wrapping paper from his brand new Barney book, nor was I particularly thrilled to see it. In truth, my feelings for Barney are...

Safety 1st Hospital's Choice Deluxe Grooming Set: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff!

Mon, 30 Dec 2002 02:04:54 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - When I was expecting my son, there were times when I felt more than a little overwhelmed. He's my first, and though I was thrilled at the prospect of being a mother, I was scared too. Bringing home a fragile, vulnerable newborn for the first time and...

Discovery Toys Busy Time Playbox: More Than Just a Shape Sorter!

Thu, 12 Dec 2002 18:23:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Have you ever noticed that shape sorters are everywhere? These classic toys are available in such a wide variety of designs that one could easily fill a toybox with them. In fact, it seems that we're on our way to making that happen here at my house...

Safety 1st 2 in 1 Discovery Farm: Old MacDonald Would Be Jealous!

Fri, 6 Dec 2002 18:33:55 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - When it came time to purchase a "stationary entertainer," my husband and I were impressed with the variety of models that were available. From previous experience with a friend's child, we knew we wanted an entertainer that bounced. Other than that, we...

Dinner's Served! The First Years Smart Serve Sectioned Bowl with Spoon

Sun, 17 Nov 2002 18:18:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - It's been a year now since my little guy started eating solid foods, and as a result I've had the opportunity to put several different feeding items to the test. One that we've owned right from the beginning is The First Years Smart Serve Sectioned...

Kids II I.D. Car Activity Center: Let the Good Times Roll!

Thu, 31 Oct 2002 17:26:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - In my last review, I mentioned the intense dislike my son used to have for riding in the car. Though many babies seem to love time spent in the car and even find it to be soothing, my son wanted none of it. His cries from the backseat made for a...

Baby 500 Car Seat Toy for Your Little Back Seat Driver

Mon, 7 Oct 2002 15:06:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - My son used to hate riding in the car. I'm not exaggerating when I say that a 10 minute ride to the grocery store resulted in 10 minutes of tears. It was to the point where I dreaded getting in the car, and we were in a vicious cycle. Off we...

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...Super Yummy Teether!

Fri, 20 Sep 2002 16:42:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Expecting a super hero? Well, I'm sorry to disappoint you, but what I'm here to review today is actually a baby's teether. A baby's teether? Must we really do research now before even buying the simplest of baby items? Well, Super Yummy...

Earlyears First Blocks: Simple, But Versatile (TOAST w/o)

Fri, 13 Sep 2002 16:09:59 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Do you ever wonder how many toys one child can actually play with? Or for that matter, do you ever wonder how many toys your home can actually hold? I know I certainly do. Both my husband and I love toys, but my son is only 16 months old and already...

Lamaze Fill & Spill: From Playroom to Bath Tub to Swimming Pool!

Fri, 6 Sep 2002 15:41:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - I'll admit that my husband and I are somewhat partial to Fisher-Price toys. It's not that they're the only ones we'll buy, but we do believe that they are high-quality products in general. That being the case, it took my aunt and uncle to introduce us...

Safety 1st Secure Stand Gate: Watch for Falling Plastic!

Mon, 2 Sep 2002 15:55:50 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Safety is a big issue at my house. I have an increasingly curious 16-month-old who delights in exploring our house from top to bottom. We have done our best to childproof all areas, and that includes not one but two flights of stairs, one leading to...

Share a Hug With VeggieTales Thankful Larry Bedtime Friend

Wed, 28 Aug 2002 17:14:02 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Being a first-time parent, I'm receiving quite an education on "kid stuff." I now know more than I ever thought I would about breast pumps. I can set up a Pack 'n Play in no time flat. Send me to the grocery store and I can quickly find the...

Eating Out? Better Bring a Table Topper!

Sat, 24 Aug 2002 16:10:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - If you're the parent of a toddler, you probably know the scenario. You head to a restaurant, child in tow, hoping that the wait won't be too long, You step up to the greeter, who tells you they're clearing a table right now. Great! You'll get...

Listen to the Rhythm of the Rainfall Rattle

Fri, 16 Aug 2002 16:53:00 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - When my son was 6 months old, we happened to be attending a Vendor Fair at which a Discovery Toys consultant would be present. I was thrilled, because I was hoping to order a Crab Pal rattle for a friend who was expecting a baby in a few months. I'm...

Light-Up Ladybug: So Much Fun, We Have to Hide It!

Wed, 14 Aug 2002 14:02:26 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - My husband and I love toys, and our son has no shortage of them. We do, at the same time, however, try to be somewhat discriminating in our purchases. We have some basic ideas about the kinds of toys we want our son to have: a hammering toy and...

Mamma Mia! I'm an ABBA Fan (Guilty Pleasures W/O)

Mon, 12 Aug 2002 00:59:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - Spandex. Disco. The 70s. ABBA. Though many of my friends would never believe it, I'm a huge ABBA fan. Thanks to AliventiAsylum, I'm here today to own up to my "guilty pleasure" and, at the same time, to tell you a little something about a...

Do These Cups Measure Up?

Wed, 7 Aug 2002 00:11:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tritter72 - A few months back, I wrote a review on Stack Up Cups. My mother had bought that set of cups for my son, and they were a major hit. Not long after that, my Discovery Toys consultant recommended a set of cups manufactured by her company. Since I...