RECARO Young Sport Review

by admin - Jennifer on July 3, 2009

RECARO

RECARO has been around for over 100 years and actually started out as a body factory that made bodies for cars like the Porsche 356, VW Beetle and the BMW 328. Below is their history…

  • RECARO is founded by the master saddler Wilhelm Reutter in Germany
  • RECARO introduced the first seat with integrated seat belt
  • Introduction of the first racing shell with head protection
  • RECARO strengthens its newest field of business, “child seating” by taking over the German traditional company “Storchenmuehle”
  • The lightest serially-produced seat in the world at that time was brought onto the market as the carbon shell seat of the Porsche Carrera GT
  • RECARO decided to move beyond automotive OEM seating, automotive Aftermarket seating, and Motorsports seating into the market of Child restraints for the United States
  • The end result is a line of child restraints which the children love the comfort of and parents love the safety

I recently received a Young Sport car seat from RECARO’s line to review and I noticed one thing right away the first time I put my daughter into it. I felt that without a doubt that she was safe, I can’t say that I felt this way with the other car seat she had or about any of the seats that I have used for my children. Now, I am not saying they aren’t safe, I am just saying I didn’t walk away with a feeling of safeness that I did with RECARO.

Ebony Young Sport

These are all the reasons why I love this seat:

  • It fits a toddler all the way through 12 years. From 20 – 80 lbs. and up to 59 inches.
  • It has side impact protection (love this feature, it also helps your child to be more comfortable when they fall asleep, their head doesn’t flop around).
  • 5-point harness up to 40 lbs.
  • Adjustable headrest
  • Recline position
  • Adjustable harness
  • Microfiber cover (spills come out much easier)
  • removable comfort cushion

Little A in RECARO
I will say for me this car seat is the Porsche of all car seats, it is durable, classy, sturdy, strong and above all else, it is safe, and again makes me really feel that my daughter is 100% safe in the car. Now I don’t know this for fact, because my daughter can’t put the words “This is one comfortable car seat Mom” together yet but it is a very comfortable looking seat and I would actually like to have the drivers seat made to be just like this REACARO Young Sport.

One of the pluses for me that was a big step up from her last seat was the padding on the belt for her shoulders. I am sure that is more comfortable for her.

(I was not finished getting her in when the picture was taken, so the belt is not on correctly, I did fix it before we left)

I give the Young Sport by RECARO very high marks and recommend it to everyone. I love the seat and love that I feel completely at ease now driving with my daughter in the car.

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How To Instantly Connect With Anyone | Book Review

by admin - Jennifer on July 3, 2009

Book Cover

Meet new people and converse with confidence – Be credible and charismatic in every social and business situation – Make friends and important contacts wherever you go – Command the respect of everyone you meet

You know who they are. They’re the people who, regardless of money, education, looks, or personality, make an impression wherever they go. They are master communicators, and everyone enjoys talking to them. How to Develop Great People Skills shows you how to be one of those lucky few.

Communication guru Leil Lowndes arms you with ninety-six all-new, cutting edge, research-based communications techniques for success in life, love, and business. You will smash the invisible glass ceiling that keeps many people down both personally and professionally. Your new weapon is a neurologically and psychologically sound concept called “Emotional Prediction,” or E.P. Leil Lowndes explains the power of EP and shows you how to harness it through deceptively simple methods to reach greater success in all of your relationships.

Lowndes offers best-case scenarios and flat-out social nightmares where some of her tricks could have come in handy. Designed to put you at ease and make everyone around you gather closer, you’ll learn the little secrets connecting with people immediately.

  • Why your last impression is as vital as your first
  • How to come out smelling like a rose (even if you’re dead wrong)
  • Why you should always put your signatures in blue ink
  • How to begin and end a meaningful email
  • The power of making eye contact (on an interview or with that special someone)
  • Why stretching out a compliment makes it unforgettable
  • The perfect icebreaker questions
  • What to say when you forget or fumble someones name
  • Getting the opposite sex to notice you – every time

This book also features the 10 Dumbest Things You Should Never Say Or Do if you want to maintain your connections.

You will find all the information you need in this book to become a shining star when meeting and connecting with anyone. From the break the ice tips to how to maintain all your connections in business and your personal life you will find the help you need. I am a somewhat “social” person, I always make friends and chat people up at parties and gatherings. But I still to this day have trouble not being shy or slightly embarrassed at any first meeting. Most people are like “She’s so quiet”, when I want to shout out “Oh no I am not! Once I stop talking you will say she never shuts up”! In a good way of course, it’s just that first meeting I am never sure about. This book will help me overcome some of those problems. It is a good read and I recommend it to everyone!

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July 3rd Winners Are…

by admin - Jennifer on July 3, 2009

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Kenny Loggins: All Join In | Pre-Order Announcement

July 2, 2009

Kenny Loggins All Join In Pre-order is now live – get it here
All Join In contains 13 tracks + Bonus track – “Mother Nature’s Son” (Lennon/McCartney)

Kenny Loggins, one of pop music’s greatest hit makers with over 25 million albums sold worldwide, is back with All Join In, a lovingly crafted, extremely entertaining, up-tempo [...]

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Mary Kaye: Music Box | CD Review & Giveaway

July 2, 2009

I love to be exposed to new music, especially children’s music as some of what is out there today can be scary. I was pleasantly surprised by Mary Kaye’s Music Box. It has a down to earth feel to it and I love her warbly voice, and smooth lyrics. My toddler really got to dancing [...]

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Read In Style | Reading Glasses | Review

July 2, 2009

I have recently been introduced to Read in Style a Denver, Colorado based Reading Glasses company. I was able to review a pair of their very stylish reading glasses.They have so many classy looking pairs that it was hard for me to choose, but I eventually settled on the ones below:

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TCM ESSENTIALS JR. | John Lithgow | Giveaway

July 2, 2009

Award-Winning actor and children’s author, John Lithgow joins Turner Classic Movies for TCM ESSENTIALS, JR. Summer Showcase, weekly movie presentations perfect for the entire family.
Tony®, Emmy® and Golden Globe®-winning actor John Lithgow is coming to Turner Classic Movies (TCM) to host this summer’s edition of TCM ESSENTIALS JR.  Lithgow, who has also earned acclaim as [...]

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New York Liberty | Announcement

July 2, 2009

The Liberty ladies have created a special promotion just for mothers.
The offer is a package deal that includes:

$10 off select tickets
$10 parking voucher (no fee for parking voucher)
Food Voucher for a small popcorn (no fee for food)

Use code LIBMOM to redeem at Ticketmaster.com, 877-WNBA-TIX, The Garden Box Office, Radio City Box Office, or TM Outlets.

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Radio City Christmas Spectacular | Announcement

July 2, 2009

Until July 10th, we are offering family four-packs of tickets for $199 – which translates into saving 30% per ticket. You will also receive free food and drink vouchers. Use code JUNEFOUR at checkout here.
You may purchase tickets and have the opportunity to exchange until October. So if you are unsure of [...]

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July 2nd Winners Are…

July 2, 2009

Pillsbury Gift Set winner is…
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