My Review of Knit Microplush Warming Blanket with Digital Controller

Originally submitted at CSN Stores

Features:

• Available in Twin, Full, Queen or King sizes
• Twin Size: 180 Watts (120Vac)
• Full Size: 180 Watts (120Vac)
• Queen Size: 130 Watts Per Side (120Vac)
• King Size: 180 Watts Per Side (120Vac)
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Knit Microplush Warming Blanket with Digital Controller

The Best Blanket I've ever had!

By Tina from GivingNSharing Blog from Omaha, NE on 12/29/2010

5out of 5

I used a gift certificate to purchase this item this fall - and it's been the best purchase I've made. It's extremely soft and thick and even when I don't use the heat feature, I've been plenty warm enough (at 30 degrees on up). I usually turn it on about an hour before I go to bed and the power turns off after 10 hours automatically so I don't have to worry about forgetting to turn it off when I leave (there's an off switch when I get to hot). 

I live in a very cold apartment and I have loved using it this winter! The blanket comes with a heating element that can be adjusted to whatever level of heat you need. I generally choose about an 7/8 but have also used it on the HI level and find that's usually too much for me. 

When I first received the blanket I was a little concerned because altho there are cords that wind in rows throughout the blanket it doesn't seem to warm up in the center, mostly on the outer edges. I don't know if that's normal or not, but I do stay plenty warm and that is the goal.

The instructions that came with this blanket state that it can be washed which I haven't tried yet. To be honest I'm a little scared to, but I'm sure there won't be any problem since the main power cord won't be attached. It also states it can be dried.

You can purchase a Biddeford Blankets Knit Microplush Warming Blanket with Digital Controller - 200D if you are interested.  It comes in several sizes (I purchased the full size), twin size to king size.  The Queen and King Size comes with dual controllers so 2 people can comfortably set the temperatures on each side to fit their needs.  I actually found out about this blanket on another blog through their review.  

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Disclaimer: I received a gift card from CSNStores.com for a review I had posted earlier in the year.  I was not required to post a review of a product that I purchased with the gift card.  All opinions are my own.

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Perfect One-Dish Dinners Review/Giveaway!

This contest is now closed and the winner has been notified.  They have until

Sunday 1/9 @ 10 pm to respond or I will choose another winner.  Thanks!

Are you all ready for some new recipes and yummy dishes for the New Year?  I have found a wonderful cookbook written by Pam Anderson and I love it!

Perfect One-Dish Dinners
All You Need for Easy Get-Togethers
by Pam Anderson
Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Photographed by Judd Pilossof

Everything in this cookbook is distinguished by one fact: you can make each main dish in One Pot, One Dish or One Roaster.  You'll find that each main dish is sufficient for your family and guests to enjoy without needing to add several other dishes to "complete" your meal.  But if you are having company, you also have the option of adding a salad, dessert and/or an appetizer.
The book is separated into several "chapters" each spotlighting a main dish along with a salad, appetizer and dessert suggested to round out a meal for your family and guests.  

Stews for all seasons: has a yummy recipe for Salsa Verde Chicken w/ Herbed Cornmeal Dumplings (now doesn't that sound really good on a cold night after shoveling all that snow the East received this weekend! - 32 inches!) Having guests? Pam suggests adding Pimento Cheese w/ Green Olives and Flatbread Crackers as your appetizer, Baby Spinach Salad w/ Mango, Avocado and Red Onion (this was awesome) and for dessert bring out Miniature Lemon-Raspberry Cakes!  

Big Summer Salads & Grilled Platters was another favorite chapter.  Why not have a ladies night or luncheon and serve: Grilled Salad Nicoise (with Tuna) along with the Fresh Tomato-Basil Bread Soup and for dessert Lemon-Cooler Cookies and White Wine-Marinated Strawberries! 

You can easily invite 8 friends over for a gab fest and FUN with these recipes.  The other thing I really liked about each "chapter" was that many of the recipes have "instant alternatives" to either shave off prep time or ideas that make it easier for the not so experienced cook.  The recipes are very well written and easy to follow and many of them only have a few steps so they aren't overwhelming.  Do you need a gift idea for a wedding or bridal shower?  This would be an ideal cookbook to give to a couple you know enjoy trying new foods and experiences.   

Would you like to add a glass of wine with your dinner or when you have guests?  The main dishes also give suggestions for serving a wine that matches the dish.  For example: serve a Provencal or other dry rose with the Grilled Salad Nicoise or a good aromatic white like Viognier or Argentine Torrontes with the Salsa Verde Chicken.

Are you getting hungry?

Pam is the New York Times best selling author of The Perfect Recipe, former editor for Cook's Illustrated, a columnist for USA Weekend and a contributing editor to Runner's World and Fine Cooking.  She has written 6 books and with her daughters Maggy and Sharon, writes a weekly blog at ThreeManyCooks where each week, they share their thoughts and ideas about recipes, cooking, and eating–and anything that comes with it.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing & Pam Anderson very generously offered to share a copy of Perfect One-Dish Dinners with one of you!



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What I just got in the mail.... You won't believe it!

I got home tonight and there was a box inside my screen door.  I wasn't sure what to expect, thought maybe it was my Walk-Eat-Lose program for WalkAtHome.com but no.....


It was 4 more cookbooks.  We are going to be eating so good during the Health Challenge Event next month.  I have 6 weeks to do reviews on 5 - yes, that's 5! cookbooks!  And some of them I get to do giveaways on.  Here they are:

 

 

Do any of you have any of these cookbooks?  

Which would you like me to start with?

Help!

(Actually the Crabby Cook book looks hilarious! I wasn't expecting that one or 

the Gluten Free book - so those were a nice bonus.  LOL)

The Anti-Inflammation Diet

Did you know that people with Fibromyalgia, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, allergies, heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's and diabetes can benefit from an anti-inflammation diet?  An anti-inflammation diet helps prevent health problems that can lead to disease and even death from heart and major organ disease.  Dr Weil has a wonderful anti-inflammation diet that you can look at here and a neat food pyramid that explains what you should and want to eat to get and stay healthy. You can get a 14 Day Trial Period and a 30% discount too.  (I'd be interested in your thoughts)

(The following information is from a post on SheKnows:)

WHAT IS AN ANTI-INFLAMMATION DIET?

The anti-inflammation diet is comprised of healthy, wholesome, unprocessed foods. 

Anti-inflammatory fats are a cornerstone of this diet. Lamphere recommends foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as wild salmon, sardines, herring, anchovies, flaxseed, hempseed and walnuts. In addition, other anti-inflammatory fats include extra-virgin olive oil, avocado oil, flaxseed oil, hempseed oil and walnut oil.

Fruits and vegetables are high in inflammation-reducing antioxidants. “Fruits and vegetableshigh antioxidants are important, especially onions, garlic, peppers and dark leafy greens,” says Lamphere. She adds, “These are high in inflammation-fighting carotenoids, vitamin K and vitamin E.”

Herbs and spices include compounds to fight inflammation. Lamphere explains, “Turmeric, oregano, rosemary, ginger and green tea contain bioflavonoids and polyphenols that reduce inflammation and limit free radical production.”

She adds, “Some of the most potent anti-inflammatory vegetables are peppers and the spices derived from them, such as cayenne pepper. All chili peppers include capsaicin (the hotter the pepper, the more capsaicin it has), which is a potent inhibitor of substance P, a neuropeptide associated with inflammatory processes.”

Include healthy proteins that are anti-inflammatory. “There is a difference in the saturated fat and omega-3 fat content in grain-fed versus grass-fed beef, with the latter being a more healthful choice for an anti-inflammation diet.” She adds, “In addition, organic pasteurized eggs have a better anti-inflammatory fatty acid profile than factory-farmed eggs.” Choose your proteins wisely and aim to reduce the amount of saturated fat in your diet. 

WHAT FOODS ARE PRO-INFLAMMATORY?

The standard American diet is a culprit in inflammatory conditions.

Unhealthy fats promote inflammation. “Most people eating a Western diet high in processed food or fast food consume a lot of omega-6 fats – and not enough of the anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats – and it is this imbalance between the two that promotes inflammation [in the body].”

Omega-6 fats are found in corn, safflower, sunflower, peanut and soybean oils. “[These fats] are inflammatory because they are metabolized into hormone-like compounds that actually promote inflammation,” says Lamphere.

Have you ever wondered why trans fat is unhealthy? Lamphere explains, “Another fat that is highly inflammatory in trans fat. This fat is found in processed or fast foods, especially those that are fried.” She warns, “It is best to avoid trans fat entirely.”

Refined carbohydrates are pro-inflammatory. Refined flour, sugar and foods high on theglycemic index exacerbate inflammatory conditions. Lamphere warns, “These foods elevate insulin and glucose levels, which raise levels of pro-inflammatory messengers.”

Food allergies or sensitivities can play a role in inflammation. “Many people are intolerant to the proteins in wheat and dairy, and this can initiate an inflammatory cascade that starts in the gut but can have far-reaching [systemic] effects,” says Lamphere. Check out these six tips to live gluten-free. 

TIPS TO START AN ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DIET

Lamphere recommends the anti-inflammatory diet for people with inflammatory conditions as well as healthy people who are looking for a healthy diet. Here are her tips to incorporate the anti-inflammatory diet into your healthy lifestyle.

1. Reduce your unhealthy fat intake. Eliminate the oils high in omega-6 (see above) as well as margarine, deep-fried foods and any foods that contain trans fat. Reduce your intake of foods high in saturated fat.

2. Increase your intake of monounsaturated oils. Include more extra-virgin olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish, fish oil, walnut and walnut oil, flax and flaxseed oil, and hempseed and hempseed oil.

3. Cut the unhealthy carbs. Eliminate refined flours, sugars and other foods that are high on the glycemic index.

4. Include plenty of fruits and vegetables. The produce with high antioxidant content is best.Blueberries, strawberries, and dark leafy greens are excellent choices.

5. Eat more anti-inflammatory herbs and spices. Kick up your dishes with ginger, turmeric, cayenne, garlic and onions.

6. Eliminate foods that cause sensitivities. Avoid foods that you are intolerant of or that result in sensitivities and allergies. If you are not sure which foods are causing you problems, Lamphere recommends trying an elimination diet.

7. Reduce your stress. Though this is not food-related, per se, reducing your stress can promote anti-inflammation. There is also a good chance that once you start eating anti-inflammatory foods, you will feel better and be able to deal more effectively with daily stressors, too.

What you eat can affect how you feel, especially if you suffer from inflammatory illnesses. Give the anti-inflammatory diet a try – you have nothing to lose and only health and healing to gain.

For more information on the anti-inflammtory diet, contact Karen Lamphere atwww.WholeFoodsNutrition.com 

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Improv(e) your Butt Challenge

Do we have any Quilters, sewers, crafters, designers, jewelers, etc......?  Here's a FUN way to motivate yourself to lose weight, improve your nutrition, exercise more - whatever YOU're goals are:




Jacquie over at Tall Grass Prairie Studio (here) and Katie at Sew Katie Did (here) challenged each other last year to take a break from sewing & quilting and get some exercise every once in a while and they came up with a plan to motivate themselves using something they LOVE as a reward.  I'm going to post their plan, and if you think it will help motivate you, go for it.  I'll add the link to sign up for the plan at the end - let me know if you're going to give it a try.  I just might - I love to sew & quilt!


Quilter's Butt and an Improv(e) Challenge


Alas, those of us who sit in front of sewing machines (and computers) for long periods of time are prone to that only whispered about in coffee shops syndrome known as the dreaded Quilter's Butt. There are similar maladies for other artist and crafter types who spend long hours doing anything but exercising and avoiding and making seriously legitimate excuses for not hopping on the treadmill, jumping on a bike or hitting the pool.

My friend Katie and I met on the internet and we initially connected trying to motivate each other to exercise. We know that exercise and healthy living will allow us to be more productive quilters and in the end isn't that what it's all about? We want to quilt longer and harder, so we need to be in shape.

When Katie was visiting Kansas last month she suggested I join this government site that tracks your exercise. It's a virtual transcontinental trip across the United States. She suggested that we become partners to motivate each other. I was all over that. I need all the help I can get!

Are you like that? You want to, you know you should, but you can't seem to get your quilter butt out of that chair? We thought it would be great if we could form a team and get a whole bunch of quilters to join with us. So, Team 'Quilter Butts' was formed and the 'Improv(E) Your Butt Challenge' was born.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS. To join in, you need to head to the site and sign up as a participant. It's all confidential too! You'll be able to set an individual exercise goal. When you sign up you'll get an ID number. To join Team Quilter Butts and the challenge, email me your id number and whatever you want me to put in the sidebar of my blog. (your first name, an alias and a link if you'd like.) Katie and I will add you to the team. My email is jgeringirre (at) yahoo (dot) com.

You can decide what activity you want to qualify as your exercise. The options on the site are biking, running, and run/walk, but Katie is counting her water aerobics and I'm counting my swimming. You can figure out how to convert your activity into miles. You can enter your exercise daily or whenever you have a minute or two. You'll be able to track your own miles as well as the team's. It's all on the honor system so you're on your own. Do you think that together we can make it all the way across America? We do!!

So, how does quilting fit into this challenge? Both Katie and I love to improvise, so this is an IMPROV challenge too. For every mile you log, you get one piece of fabric. My weekly goal is 15 miles. So, if I achieve my goal, at the end of the week, I get 15 pieces of fabric that I can sew together in some improvisational way. You can use scraps, or you can cut new fabric. You can add a piece one mile at a time or you can collect them on your design wall and then sew them together at the end. If you want to make a potholder from your first 15 pieces, go for it. It's up to you. Improvise!! We're going to try to keep the challenge going for at least 6 months...let's see... 4 weeks a month, 15 miles each week x 6 months...that's 360 pieces of fabric. Imagine what I or you could make from that!

I'm pretty sure I'm making a quilt. I haven't decided what colors or if I want to use scraps or cut new fabric, but I have time to decide. I'm only 5 miles into my trip across the US. I have a LONG way to go.

Let's report our weekly fitness and improv progress on Fridays. Fitness Friday has a nice ring to it, don't you think? Feel free to post photos of your quilty goodness in the Project Improv flickr group. We'll be cruising the group to look for in progress and finished work to highlight on our blogs. Be sure to let us know this is your 'Quilter's Butt' Challenge piece!

We're working on some fun motivation for all of us along the way. If you'd like to contribute to the cause, feel free to contact Katie or I.

Here's the code so you can add the button to your blog.

Enter HERE to sign up - then follow the directions in this post - or you can read the original post on Tall Grass Studio

Tools you may find helpful

Health Challenge Event - starts 1/15/11 - 

click here to sign up for the event.

Use the links below for additional information for health and wellness.

Curves Website:

Click on a link below for specific resource pages as referenced in the book Curves:

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•	Download Blank Metabolic Tune-up Tracking Charts
•	Download Blank Weekly Progress Report

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Health Challenge Event - starts 1/15/11

Hi - The Health Challenge Event will be a 6 week event starting 1/15/11.  I would love to have some of my bloggy friends join us so we can encourage each other to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise (what ever your goal is).  I'm only asking everyone to journal their progress (whether it's weight loss or just becoming more healthy) - you don't have to use the same program I am, so long as it's healthy and nutritious.

I will be kicking off the program 1/15/11 with the NEW Walk-Eat-Lose program from WalkAtHome.com and am looking for other items that would be beneficial to people trying to improve their health.
Would you please email me @ contact(dot)thebooklady@gmail(dot)com if you are interested so we can chat further? Thank you!

If you are interested in joining me please leave a comment below in the comments field.  I'd love to hear how you are doing, what "tricks" or things have worked for you and if you'd like to join me with Walk-Eat-Lose that would be awesome too!

Thanks!  Tina "The Book Lady"

Walk-Eat-Lose Program - Will you join me?

Today's Events:

  

How many of you are already starting to mull over ideas for your New Years Resolutions?  I think the only goal that I'm going to really consider is starting up an exercise plan and working on losing weight.  The last couple of years I've gained so much due to be excessively exhausted all the time & fighting some of the most severe headaches I've ever had.  It turns out my Thyroid had stopped working and my Vitamin D levels were almost non-existant.  While we are still having trouble regulating my Thyroid (I've been prescribed everything from 88 mcg to 150 (currently) mcg of Synthroid) I've noticed a big difference in my tiredness and pain (from Fibromyalgia).

So, I've contacted the Walking Off the Weight program to see about doing a review of the new Walk-Eat-Lose program online.  I'm planning on journaling my progress, sharing tips and ideas that will be beneficial to Fibromyalgia patients - and everyone else too. 

I've done several of the Leslie Sansone videos at home and also have one of their older programs.  It's a 4 DVD program that uses an incline step and 1 # balls with the videos.  It's wonderful.  I really like the idea that it focuses on weight loss through movement and as you lose weight be being more active you tend to start eating better naturally.

On the website:
This is MULTI-MUSCLE walking; not what you do in a typical stroll around the block. We put ALL MUSCLES in MOTION and in many directions. The arms work the upper body, the core muscles fire to get that tummy area slim and the legs move in new directions for MAXIMUM MUSCLE ACTIVATION!

The NEW Walk-Eat-Lose program is a 7 DVD walking program where you can walk at home in your living room, bedroom - where ever you have an area that you can move in.  I've done the 1 and 2 mile walks and I've always been amazed how fast they go by and you really do work up a sweat and work off calories. 

Walk-Eat-Lose is a 21-Day system where you will Walk, Eat, and Lose with Leslie Sansone and the Walk at Home Team!  The package comes with 7 DVDs, 12 miles, and a full week worth of meals - 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 dinners.  The first week is focused on Walking off Breakfast.  Our fast 2-Mile Walk will burn off any of the 7 breakfasts Leslie has prepared for you.  The second week is focused on Walking off Lunch with our 3-Mile Super Walk.  The final week is the real challenge: power through our 4-Mile Super Walk to burn off Dinner.  What makes Walk-Eat-Lose different than our other walks?  We added the Body Boost Cables!  These resistance cords wrap around your feet while you grip the handles with your hands to give you a total body workout.  Our Body Boost Cables are a great tool to boost your walk, burn more calories, and Walk It Off.  Here's how you purchase the Walk-Eat-Lose program: http://www.walkathome.com/store/product227.html   


Would you like to join me in January?
I'm going to set up a Linky where everyone participating can add themselves to it so we can follow and encourage each other and see how you're doing.  Set up a page on your blog where you can journal your experience.  You can keep track of whatever your focus is - exercise, weight loss, eating healthier, etc - and I'd like to ask everyone to be sure to update your journal 1-2 x's a week!

If you are interested in joining me with this accountability group, please click on the Walk At Home link and order your Walk-Eat-Lose program or if you'd prefer to join the Walk at Home Club you can do that instead.  The Walk at Home Club is nice because you can actually work out and do a different workout each day - you just download it on your computer and go.  It's perfect for working at home, the office, travelling - it's really versatile.

Post a comment below and be sure to add your email address so I can set up a newsletter for the group. 

You can add your email this way to avoid the little spambots:
contact(dot)thebooklady(at)gmail.com

Let me know your thoughts and ideas....
Tina "The Book Lady"

There's a NEW Claymation Christmas Episode coming!

I was given the opportunity to preview the new Claymation "Community" Christmas episode tonight and requested to blog my thoughts on the show.  I wasn't really sure what to expect since I've never seen the show "Community" sitcom.  


The new Claymation Christmas episode is similar to the old Christmas shows "Frosty the Snowman", "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" and the "Easter Bunny" show (sorry don't remember the name of that one).  The story is based on one of the characters wondering what the meaning of Christmas is and his friends are worried about him and decide to try to help him.  Why?  Because he is Muslim, wondering what Christmas is all about.  



This is not your typical Christmas special.  The characters in the show are Christian, Jewish, Muslim and I think one of them may even be atheist (although that's never said, it was just a feeling I got).  There is no mention of faith except in one phrase sung by Yvette Nicole Brown (Shirley) who sings about Baby Jesus.  The only mention of the Jewish faith is pointing out the Menorah and of course the main character in this particular episode is Muslim.  That is the extent of talking about the True Meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah and Ramadan.
I didn't particularly like the show or not.  It was a relief that there wasn't a lot of language or sexual innuendo (can you imagine?).  It's just a light comedy about Christmas and a shallow discussion of what "Christmas" is.  I wouldn't worry about kids watching the show - they'll probably enjoy the Claymation and watching a new holiday special.
Abed's Uncontrollable Christmas (rated PG) Thursday night December 9th (8/7pm) on NBC. 

If you'd like to learn more about the sitcom, click here to check out their website.
Disclosure: As a member of One2OneNetwork, I received a special advance preview of this show.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

CSN has a great selection of luggage for holiday travel!

Going on a trip anytime soon?  Maybe a trip to Florida or California to get away from the cold wet weather? Or maybe a business trip after the holidays?  Every January Usborne Books has their annual Winter Retreat (read that as training but retreat sounds even better) and you'll need luggage that will look good, isn't huge and you can carry onto the plane (save a little on luggage cost and carry it on) and of course the kids will need to go to Grandma's sometimes so you and the honey can have the occasional weekend to yourselves.

Look around at different Luggage Stores and you'll find CSN has just the styles & prices you need!

I found this awesome bag which would be perfect to pack full of books for homeshows, literacy events, personal shopping appointments and those once a year 'retreats'.  It's compact, roomy and would fit nicely in the car.

Or maybe you know of a couple getting married soon?  CSN is having an awesome sale on Hartmann Luggage right now - Hartmann luggage is strong, very well made and looks great. 

It's available in several styles, made with soft & luxious black pebbled grain leather and the hardware is a beautiful antique bronze.  (Note the bag above is a Hartmann bag too & it has FREE Shipping - YAY!)

40% Off the Entire Naturalist Collection! Take advantage of this great sale today.

Experience the difference in comfort and durability with the Naturalist collection from Hartmann. Featuring extremely durable fabric with a brown and black two tone dobby weave. Water and stain resistant black interior textured lining.

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