Mom's Gadgets

I spend a great deal of time online. Some of that time is spent in networking, either through a social networking group, a micro-blog such as Twitter, or sometimes on occasion in a chat room or webinar.  I also listen to podcasts periodically while sitting at my computer, so I discovered a while back a need for a good quality headset.

After doing some research I finally ordered one very similar to this one.  It came in the mail and I was giddy to try it.  The only issues I have sometimes with it is a bit of static if I move too much, but other than that it is great.  You can block out background noise whether you are listening to or recording a podcast.  Yes it has a mic too it’s not JUST a headset.

It is also comfortable and lightweight so you truly don’t mind wearing it.  Plus it hooks up to your computer via USB so most likely you have more than one plug and can use other attachments simultaneously unlike one that may just hook into the place for your microphone.

So, if you do alot of listening and recording online or at your computer then this is a useful tool for you!

Just recently I decided to get acrylic nails.  My own fingernails have always left a bit to be desired.  So, I was excited to get them, however there was one thing I dreaded doing with them, dishes.  I have a dishwasher but apparently it is not the very best, it does not get my dishes clean.  So lately I’ve been trying to wash more of them by hand. No fun, but someone’s gotta do it.

So, yesterday I was in the local dollar store, and I was searching for gloves to use to cover my pretty nails when doing dreaded dishes.  Instead, I happened upon this great gadget,  a dishwashing liquid dispensing wand and scrubber for doing dishes.  It was super cheap, and though I’ve seen more expensive models I decided to opt for it and give it a try.

I got the gadget home and had to try it out. I whizzed through the dishes in not time, and even better barely had to get my hands wet.  I was one happy momma.  You can get a similar wand to the one I was using here.

Ok, so I’m expecting, and therefore have “cravings”.  One of my latest, shaved ice.  It is just something about the cold, the crunch.  So, I go off in search of the perfect ice shaver.  I have to have one, one that makes the best shaved ice possible.  As a teenager I worked in a snow cone stand, the machine we had make the most heavenly shaved ice for those snow cones.  If I could only find one of those.  But, alas, those are pricey and I’m on a budget so I go shopping…here’s what I find:

The Hawaian Shaved Ice Maker, and it’s reasonably priced at $34.95.  Not bad huh?  Now I can have have that heavenly ice that I crave.  It’s perfect for hot summer days too with the kids, or for a fun treat anytime.  Get some Kool aid and you’re all set.

These also make fun drinks to make at your next party or back yard BBQ.  It will be a great addition to your other kitchen gadgets, and one I’m sure you’ll find yourself using more than you ever expected. I know I sure will!