Things That Are Nice

Rosemary and Olive Oil Triscuits

2007-01-09T17:27:00.000-08:00

1. Same texture and shape you know and love
2. Delicious flavour added
3. Great with a smear of goat cheese (if you like goat cheese)

Method cleaning products

2006-10-15T17:52:00.000-07:00

I have to first give some credit to Kathleen, a.k.a. MamaCat, who mentioned these products on one of her blogs a few months back. I have just recently purchased the bathroom wipes, shower spray, and all-purpose cleaner. As far as I know, Shopper's Drug Mart is currently the only store that carries the line in Canada.

1. Cleaning products range from all-purpose to specific. They have lines for laundry, body, dishes, surfaces, and air freshening.

2. All their products are all-natural, biodegradable, and non-toxic. That's a good feeling.

3. All wipes are flushable and biodegradable.

4. The packaging is pretty. Call me superficial, but I like a company that cares about its image.

5. The scents are fresh and not typically cleaner-y: cucumber, grapefruit, vanilla, eucalyptus & mint, vanilla & apple. And even though lately traditional cleaners try to have natural scents, there is always a lingering chemical aroma.

http://www.methodhome.com/

Seasons Changing

2006-10-11T15:12:00.000-07:00

1.Gives you an appreciation for new things and things you had forgotten.

2. Kicking crispy leaves, catching snowflakes, inhaling fresh spring air, the smell of fresh-cut grass...and so many other things.

3.Creates nostalgia and marks the passage of time.

Walking to Work

2006-10-04T19:18:00.000-07:00

1. Good for the body; arrive at work feeling refreshed

2. Good for the brain; no road rage

3. Allows you to enjoy the weather, even if only for five minutes

MyGEN Myspace Profile Creator

2006-09-15T15:05:00.000-07:00

1. Hundreds (thousands?) of profile layouts to chose from.
2. Every kind of style you can imagine, from trendy emo to cheesy to plain.
3. Shows you how to make your own if you want.
4. All you do is copy the code you want and paste it into your profile editor.

Avocados

2006-09-07T20:13:00.000-07:00

(for the record, I can't believe it took me 26 years of life to try an avocado)
1. If the colour green had a taste, this would be it. It's fresh and light
2. Very fun to cut and peel
3. The texture is suprisingly smooth and buttery. Something about that is satisfying
4. Adds dimension and interesting flavour to salads
5. I've hear guacamole is really good, but I'll have to get back to you on that

Bikini Zone Creme

2006-09-07T20:10:00.000-07:00

1. Helps form a protective layer over skin to prevent "chafing" (sorry for the ugly word)
2. Contains lidocaine, which medicates any irritation
3. Actually seems to reduce itching cause by shaving
4. Not just for the bikini zone!

Reese Bites

2006-07-26T13:44:00.000-07:00

1. Apparently I really like classic treats in new and exciting formats (see Leclerc Vanilla Wafer Rolls).

2. A Bite is generally less greasy and sweaty than its Cup counterpart.

3. Excellent chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio.

The Unrelated Bone Marrow Registry

2006-07-25T09:35:00.000-07:00

1. A division of the Canadian Blood Services, the Unrelated Bone Marrow Registry tracks and matches potential donors with those in need of a bone marrow transplant.
2. Free to join. All you need is a simple blood test.
3. Being registered does not mean that you must donate if a match is found (and unrelated matches are rare, so you may never even be asked). If your situation changes over time, you may decline at the time you are contacted.
4. You could save someone's life.

Gmail

2006-06-08T20:24:00.000-07:00

1. Lets you search all your emails the way Google searches (type in any word that the email contains), which eliminates the need for folders and clears out your inbox.
2. Built-in Google chat with other gmail users (no need to download a separate program like msn, so it's great for quick chatting at work!).
3. Autosaves drafts while you type (no more crying over lost ten-page emails).
4. Autosaves all sent mail.
5. Incoming mail with photos lets you see the pictures right in the email, without having to click a separate download button.
6. Autosaves and autotypes every email address you've sent to or received from.

Vileda Mop

2006-06-08T20:16:00.000-07:00

1. Great for washing walls as well as floors.
2. Jointed multi-directional head (Mamacat, stop laughing) allows you to reach every corner.
3. Cloth pad snaps off for machine washing.
4. The handle can be set to different lengths.

Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup at Hand

2006-05-08T16:49:00.000-07:00

1.Despite the waste factor, you can't argue with convenience. And the plastic cup is recyclable.
2.The mushroom one seems to have the nicest flavour, but the other ones are good too.
3.Only takes a minute to heat up to steamy, and it stays very warm while you eat (drink?) it.
4.The lid is called a "sip lip". How fun is that to say?
5.Very convenient while you're working or concentrating and would spill if using a spoon.

Swiffer Duster

2006-05-08T16:40:00.000-07:00

1.Even if you HATE dusting (like me), this is easy to use and doesn't require the spraying of any offensive products (or getting your hands damp and filthy).
2.Fits in nearly any small space or crevice.
3.It's quick ... if you have guests arriving, it can be a lifesaver.
4.Because it's disposable (sorry, Earth), you aren't left with a disgustingly dirty piece of fluff on a stick that will only push dust around.

Leclerc Vanilla Wafer Rolls

2006-05-08T16:38:00.000-07:00

1.Tastes like an Oreo, but in roll form.
2.I'm pretty sure #1 sums it up.
(unfortunately the only place I've been able to find them so far is Giant Tiger in Stratford)

Seashell chocolates

2006-04-27T15:07:00.000-07:00

1.Firm chocolate outer shell with praline (smooth hazelnut paste) filling.
2.Pretty.
3.Addictive (maybe not such a nice thing?).
4.You can pop them apart and eat in halves, which is always fun.

www.dooce.com

2006-04-18T16:24:00.000-07:00

1.Updated pretty much every weekday.
2.She's real, she's honest, and she can write better than you.
3.And she's funnier than you.
4.Her daughter and her dog are so cute it's not even fair.
5.She takes good photographs.
6.She supports her family financially by writing this blog, which could change the industry of publishing as we know it.

Durex Maximums

2006-04-18T15:29:00.000-07:00

1.Just take my word for it.

Grey's Anatomy

2006-04-18T15:18:00.000-07:00

(where do I even begin?)
1.Unprecedented balance of drama and comedy.
2.Genius writing.
3.Hot (and talented) cast.
4.Patrick Dempsey (yes, he stands alone as a reason).
5.Incredible music selections that fit every scene perfectly.
6.Combination of permanent (surgeon) and temporary (patient) cast members allows you to grow attached but never get bored.
7.Every episode has a theme that is meant to teach you something about life.
8.I have to stop now or I'll go on forever.
9. Patrick Dempsey.

The Killers

2006-04-02T20:19:00.000-07:00

1.Brandon Flowers is an amazing name.
2.I've got soul, but I'm not a soldier.
3.Appealing sound, no matter what your taste in music.
4.Intriguing music videos.

Opticrom allergy eye drops

2006-03-28T19:26:00.000-08:00

(I know this recommendation will only be beneficial for a select few)
1.We allergy sufferers know that Visene does NOT work.
2.Opticrom literally works within one minute.
3.Itching and redness are completely gone.
4.I have never found another allergy product that works this well.

"Chevre", a dish from The Martini House in Burlington

2006-03-25T21:34:00.000-08:00

(Not an actual photo)
1.This is one of the best things I have ever eaten because it combines many of my favourite ingredients, including...
2.Goat cheese,
3.Mixed greens,
4.Roasted mushrooms, red pepper and yellow pepper,
5.Crispy flatbread,
6.Balsamic vinegar.

RW&CO.

2006-03-25T18:04:00.000-08:00

1.The store itself is beautiful.

2.The clothes are excellent quality; when you touch them, you feel like they will last forever.

3.Their designs slightly echo the current trend but aren't enslaved to it.

4.They have a listening centre with big earphones and leather chairs. I've never used it but it looks like fun.

Dasani lemon-flavoured water

2006-03-25T17:56:00.000-08:00

1.Normal water is boring and tastes gross.
2.This tastes like real lemon, not artificial "lemonesque" flavouring.
3.It's sweetened with just a little Splenda (aspartame is Bad).
4.For people who hate drinking water but know they should, this is the perfect solution.

Pumpernickel bread

2006-03-25T17:34:00.000-08:00

1.Yummy with spinach dip.
2.Good on it's own, if fresh, with butter.
3.Healthier than white bread.
4.Fun to say.

Colonial At Home candles

2006-03-22T20:07:00.000-08:00

1.Burns clean in the glass, and you can use the jar after the candle is gone.
2.The scented oil is in all of the wax, not just the outside like in many candles.
3.The scents are authentic, strong, and unique.
4.New and seasonal scents introduced often.

Pho (vietnamese rice noodle soup)

2006-03-21T20:41:00.000-08:00

1.Seasoned with lime and cilantro, two delicious flavours.
2.It's fun to eat with chopsticks.
3.Quick and affordable meal.

American Eagle Boy Shorts underwear

2006-03-21T14:33:00.000-08:00

1. Cute designs, new ones all the time.
2.They go on sale often.
3.Flattering and comfortable.
(don't accept cheap imitations ... they're not as comfortable)

RealSimple magazine

2006-03-20T19:20:00.000-08:00

1.It tells you how to prioritize your life to make more time for the really important and basic things, like family, faith, and health.
2.It has pretty photos.
3.It makes you not want to read any other magazines because you want to simplify your mind, not clutter it up.
4.The recipes and projects are actually things real people can accomplish.
5.They use models of all ages.
6.It's aesthetically pleasing.
7.It makes you feel motivated to organize things.

Sun-Rype Fruit & Veggie Juice

2006-03-20T19:13:00.000-08:00

1.It's 100% real fruit juice.
2.No sugar added.
3.It comes in flavours like Strawberry Banana and Mango Pineapple.
4. They add extra vegetable puree for nutritents (from carrots, beets, spinach, etc.) but you can't taste it.
5.Less than 2 bucks a carton.

Trident Splash Vanilla Mint gum

2006-03-19T12:15:00.000-08:00

1. The mint is balanced by a sweet vanilla flavour.
2. A little blob of gel splurts out when you bite it.
3. I get bored of chewing it before the flavour is gone.