Epinions Recent Reviews for waslo

Our Family Did Love Marineland!!

Sun, 20 Aug 2000 22:45:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - As you venture over the boarder into Canada by the Falls, you are just a few minutes away from one of the most enjoyable family parks that our gang has visited: Marineland. There slogan is easy to remember..."everyone loves Marineland". It's...

A Wonderful Family Vacation

Thu, 17 Aug 2000 22:39:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - Even if your kids are young, Niagara Falls can be a wonderful vacation. We took our nine, six and four year old and they loved it. A joy to look at and explore and very educational.

We did the MasterPass thing. Very affordable for the family...

A Wonderful, Wild Time

Fri, 9 Jun 2000 00:12:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - If you are passing near Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium is a great place to stop. We live in the suburbs and are members. Our kids love it so much, we go over 10 times a year. To see experience the whole zoo, you'll need 3 - 5 hours if you...

Geauga Lake Park Disappoints

Thu, 24 Feb 2000 23:53:13 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - NOTE: UPDATE 5/15/00...I wrote this prior to Six Flags Acquisition. They have a great reputation. The fact that the previous ownership group was selling would explain a lot of the problems we experienced.
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Take the Kids to Altoona PA: Trains, Pretzels, Park, Swim

Wed, 16 Feb 2000 23:47:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - More summer vacation planning. Another fantastic day trip or stop through. Altoona, PA is a great day trip. There are three great components:

1) Horseshoe Curve - This is a state or national park. At the top of a big, big hill which you either...

Idlewild Park - The Perfect Family Trip for Young Kids

Sun, 13 Feb 2000 22:29:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - My family goes anywhere a road and map will take us. We are always in the hunt for great family fun. About 90 minutes east of Pittsburgh is the perfect park for young families. I am talking about kids less than 12.

It's the perfect place to...

Deflating a Child's Joy

Sun, 13 Feb 2000 00:00:46 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - My three year old daughter loves the chair. Unfortunately. You see, it leaks. And leaks. And leaks. I have come to the conclusion that it is the valves.

It is a great concept. She loves the show and loves watching TV in the chair. The sound...

The Perfect Show for Young Kids

Sat, 12 Feb 2000 00:44:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - It was easy for me to fall in love with Arthur. I have an eight year old son and a six and three year old daughters. Just like Arthur, DW and baby Kate.

What makes the show great? The characters act just like real kids do. They face the...

A Great Place To Visit

Thu, 10 Feb 2000 23:32:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - First of all, I am a cautious person. I don't like to take chances and visit strange places. I found myself in New York on business. I was staying in a hotel in Manhattan. I was there for three days and ventured out to see how many tourist things I could...

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: They Did It Right!

Thu, 10 Feb 2000 00:01:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - Growing up in Pittsburgh, we had two major newspapers. There was the morning Post Gazette or the evening Pittsburgh Press. You loved one or the other, but not both. The PG had Ann Landers. The Press had Abby. Both had different comics an different sports...

Think This Choice Through

Wed, 9 Feb 2000 23:50:26 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I am a graduate of Pitt. I received a bachelors, masters and doctorate in Psychology. I spent about 10 years at the University, living on campus for the final six. I was also a teaching fellow.

I can tell you that you can get a good...

Great Education for the Entire Family

Tue, 8 Feb 2000 22:46:57 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I have come to love the History Channel. A wide range of historical topics are covered. Even my eight year old watches certain shows with me. It can really stimulate some parent / child conversation. You should keep in mind that some are inappropriate...

Making of Millionaires - Wish We Had A Vote

Mon, 7 Feb 2000 23:39:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I like the show "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire". I think Regis is great, the format is good and I like playing along. There is only one change that I would like to see: FEWER OBNOXIOUS CONTESTANTS.

Where do the find some of these...

MyPoints.com: Give This Site A Shot, You'll Like The Rewards

Mon, 7 Feb 2000 23:20:34 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I can't remember how I found MyPoints, it might have been through the Harris Opinion poll. I do know this, I am glad I found them. I'm not much into reward programs. I think most give you very little for your time, purchases and loyalty.

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Command: NOT FOR CHILDREN

Fri, 4 Feb 2000 20:36:00 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - For the record, it does says right on the box that this is for "TEEN" and older and that there is animated violence. I had picked up this one for my Dad who loves this stuff. Turns out he already had it and since he loved it so much and it won...

Kids Think Its Cool

Fri, 4 Feb 2000 20:23:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I got this as part of that action pack (Battleship, Axis & Allies, Risk and Stratego). We have the board game and love it. My eight year old son is the one who plays this. The rules are the same as the board game. He plays against the computer, and...

Marble Drop: A Great Addition

Fri, 4 Feb 2000 00:38:09 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - Got a lot of computer games and looking for something different. Here is one that appeals to kids and adults. My eight year old is fascinated by it. It really makes you think and helps teaches kids how "machinery" works. Cause and effect...

Fantastic Package / Great Buy

Fri, 4 Feb 2000 00:30:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - This one is a real winner. If you purchased each of these separately, you'd be pleased with each. Bundled together at a low price, this is a bargain to good to pass up. There is something here for kids of all ages. Play Doh is the most adorable. It...

Little Bear: This Show is Absolutely Adorable

Mon, 31 Jan 2000 16:23:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - My two young girls watch this show. My three year old adores it. She likes it better than Barney, Thomas and most of the others. The main character is Little Bear. He has many fury and feathery friends and one special friend named Emily. They are...

Yahtzee Still Rolls!

Fri, 28 Jan 2000 18:39:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - It's fun to see your kids get excited about the same games as we used to have as kids. This was a favorite when we were early Teens. The whole neighborhood (ok it was a small portion) would get together and play. Yahtzee combines strategy and luck...

Little Tikes Picnic Table: Lot's of Benefits to this Table

Wed, 26 Jan 2000 22:51:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I strongly recommend that every family with more than one young child buy a picnic table like this one. They are very sturdy and don't tip over even when six small ones load on in. The material is very strong and durable, we now keep our table out under...

The Young Ones Love the Flintstone Car

Tue, 25 Jan 2000 23:19:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I never quite got this one. ALL of the kids on the street love what we affectionately call the Flintstone Car. The young ones get in and its foot power just like Fred and Barney. The car is not flashy. The functionality doesn't go much beyond the door...

Handyman Needed

Thu, 20 Jan 2000 23:14:41 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - I do like my snow blower, I just don't love it. I have come to accept that when you pull it out for the first time every winter, it is not going to start unless you take it apart and put it back together. This is actually pretty simple if you know what...

BRIO Tracks, Turntables & Switches: Pay more for quality

Tue, 18 Jan 2000 21:09:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - We have a lot of wooden train stuff. Thomas, Brio and generic names. My eight year old son has probably pushed around trains on the track for hundreds of hours. We have lots of track and accessories. Over time, one thing is clear. It is better to pay...

Axis & Allies: Axis & Allies - PC Version

Sat, 15 Jan 2000 23:09:40 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author waslo - After years of playing the board game, I was curious to try the PC version. I have to admit, I like it much better. The game moves quicker, the rules are programmed in and eliminate mistakes. There are many different game options to customize the...