Lizzie's blog
It Was 40 Years Ago Today
Posted Friday, October 30th, 2009 by Lizzie |
It was 40 years ago today that the internet officially came into being. Engineers at UCLA and the Stanford Research Institue in California sent the first data between nodes, then known as Arpanet. You are reading this story now because of them. They used phone lines so that two computers could talk to each other. With this Skype Skybee USB Internet Phone, you can use your computer to talk to someone using their computer over the phone line. |
The Time It Is A-Changin'
Posted Thursday, October 29th, 2009 by Lizzie |
If you live in the US then you know it's coming - the dreaded Daylight Saving Time! Just when you think you have it all under control WHAM! they go and change the time on you. Fall back, fall forward - who knows? With the Atomic Digital Alarm Clock you'll always know the correct time because it's linked in to the time signal of the atomic clock in Colorado. The suction cup on the back lets you stick it on the bathroom mirror or tile wall. Great idea, Benjamin Franklin. Thanks a lot. :d |
Monsters - On A Stick!
Posted Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 by Lizzie |
Take a bite out of one of these Chocolate Monster Pops and wreak your revenge! Actually, these guys aren't scary at all. Each one is molded from creamy milk and white chocolate. Set of 5 different monsters. Hurry! Hallowe'en is Saturday! |
Come Dance with the Green Fairy
Posted Friday, October 23rd, 2009 by Lizzie |
Absinthe was called The Green Fairy (la Fee Verte) because it has a natural light green color. These Absinthe Mints have the herbal anise flavor of the original beverage without, of course, the high alcohol content. Comes in a cool tin with flying green fairies. |
Lookout - Here Comes "Tank Kitty"!
Posted Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 by Lizzie |
Beware all you mousies and doggies - kitty's got you covered! This Cat Playhouse Tank is a great place to hide and pounce from, and you get the laughs when you see kitty's head poking out of the turrent. Also available in airplane and firetruck. |
Never Gonna Do It Without The Fez On
Posted Friday, October 16th, 2009 by Lizzie |
This type of hat originated in Fez, Morocco. Red is the most common color, but they can also be black or white. My grandfather was a Shriner, so he had a really fancy Fez. This Red Fez comes straight from Egypt through Virtual Khan. The perfect finishing touch for that genie costume! No I'm never gonna do it without the fez on, Oh no. - Steely Dan |
Wash Those Germy Hands!
Posted Thursday, October 15th, 2009 by Lizzie |
Make hand washing fun with this cute Common Cold Shaped Soap Dispenser. You could also use it for hand gel. Great for reminding the kids WHY you're always telling them to wash those germy hands! Global Handwashing Day - Sponsored by UNICEF |
Crackin' Good Cheese!
Posted Friday, October 9th, 2009 by Lizzie |
Today is Moldy Cheese Day. Sounds kinda yucky, but cheese connoisseurs know that cheese can have a mold on the outside like Brie and Camembert; or cheese can have mold injected into the inside like Roquefort, Stilton and Gogorgonzola. This Ultimate Cheese Collection Gift Basket includes flavorful cheese varieties chosen to perfectly pair with favorite wines. Includes a cheese knife, crackers and olives. Yum! |
Zombie Survival Kit
Posted Thursday, October 8th, 2009 by Lizzie |
Having trouble getting your kids or co-workers to take the H1N1 flu seriously? Use a little psychology and give them a Zombie Survival Kit! Great for the car, school locker, dorm room or office, this 15 piece kit includes a N95 surgical mask, hand gel, alcohol wipes, tissues and vinyl gloves. Recommended by the CDC, the WHO, and 9 out of 10 zombie survival experts! |
Shades of Roller Disco!
Posted Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 by Lizzie |
The moment I saw this I thought "Roller Disco!" This Red Sequin Cap was a must for the trendy gals (and a few guys) on the roller disco rink. Now where did I put those leg warmers... A million lights are dancing - And there you are Xanadu, Xanadu, now we are here In Xanadu
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