Things I Like: February 2013

Thursday, February 28, 2013

What Are The Best Binoculars for Safari?

One of my many dreams is to go on safari. I find them fascinating when I see them on tv. The majesty of the African cats and the thunder of the herds of elephants are things to be seen in person.
As much as I want to go, I do want the bumper of space. Ever since I saw a recent video of a man being gored by a rhino on safari, I decided that I'm going to invest in a good pair of binoculars. I'll spend a few dollars and save myself a puncturing.
To check out my best choice, visit http://www.squidoo.com/what-are-the-best-binoculars-for-safari

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Celestron 127EQ PowerSeeker Telescope Review

I am an astronomy addict. Growing up, I lived on a bright street with no real view of the sky. The best views of stars I got was through books and the local planetarium. My parents got me an inexpensive telescope so I could pursue my passion, but the only place in my neighborhood dark enough to look through the 'scope was a desolate, abandoned parking lot.

When I got older, I pursued my passion. I was able to away from city lights and closer to the stars. I've been used various telescopes over the years, but I still have that great little telescope that my dad gave me. I could never get rid of it. Too many memories of the belief that I could see the heavens one day.

I have found another favorite telescope. The review is at http://www.squidoo.com/celestron-127eq-powerseeker-telescope

Friday, February 15, 2013

How To Help Someone Having a Seizure

Epilepsy has plagued me for many years. It runs in my family. A lot of people don't understand how to help someone suffering from a seizure. I wrote a short piece about how to help. You can find it here:

http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-help-someone-having-a-seizure

Monday, February 11, 2013

Portable Bathtub Spas

After a day like today (I just helped my friend move...oh, the pain in my old body) I really want to relax in a hot bath. This seems like just the thing.
I had to get a personal whirlpool for my tub. The whirlpools that came with my tub don't work any more.

These are nice replacements.

Sunday, February 10, 2013

Marvel Villains Action Figures

I'm a geek. I'm a collector. I'm a nerd.
I collect action figures. NOT dolls! ACTION FIGURES!
I need me some Marvel. Marvel Villains especially are the best.
I can stop collecting at any time. Really.
These are a few of my favorite Marvel Villain Figures:
http://www.squidoo.com/marvel-villains-action-figures

Friday, February 8, 2013

Richard Brautigan Books

English: Richard Brautigan, last of the beat. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Ever since I was a kid, I've loved reading Richard Brautigan books. I know, what would a young kid have known about the last of the beats.

The thing was, I couldn't tell you. But something resonated. Something odd, something bizarre.

Something...familiar.

His twists of phrase and juxtaposition on reality somehow reminded me of myself. Again, I have no idea how that could have happened at the age of 13 but it did. Here's more on some of my favorite Brautigan books.http://www.squidoo.com/richard-brautigan-books