sorry for the neglect… its been a while since i’ve been on here- mostly because i’ve been so busy i haven’t had a moment to write- with summer and baseball in full force now that the typhonic rains have slowed, coupled with my earnest desire to leave town on friday has left me little time for my masses.
the real frenzy began three weeks ago when i had to take a little bizness trip for work. not being prone to those kinds of things, naturally, i reveled in the opportunity to sleep in a nice hotel room alone without the heavy tread of a child in the middle of the night. also, high on the list of priorities was taking a bath alone- without an audience or streaker around.
before i get to today’s topic, i have to give a quick shoutout to hotel sierra—an extraordinarily fine establishment. they are populous as days inn, but they are boutique and lovely at a very nice price. check them out if you get the chance.
now some of you travel regularly and have many opportunities to take advantage of the guilty pleasure of which i’m about to expound- sky mall magazine. that’s right, located in the seat pocket in front of you (behind the 747 layout card). i love perusing this particular magazine for the sheer wizardry that i can’t live without at 32,000 feet cruising altitude. but this particular edition (late spring 2009) really caught my eye with the following teaser copy:
the only countertop with antimicrobial protection (page 10).
now even at a cruising altitude, do i still need to be reminded that my kitchen countertops are probably not in the most sanitary conditions. and with a mere investment of $1400, i was tempted to whip out the airphone in front of me, swipe a credit card and charge a call at $5 a minute to order one up. because who doesn’t need a $1400 kitchen countertop while in the air between dallas and atlanta?
other notable mentions:
hair treatments for men: both the x5 (laser hair therapy) and toppik look very promising for those thinning on top. the x5 looks like a high-tech mouse you rub over your head. later in the magazine, if you strike out with those, there’s always the hairmax laser comb.
the remote controlled manta ray: again, who doesn’t need a $120 pool toy. however, read the fine print because its only for freshwater use. funny, most pool are either chlorinated or salt-water.
voice activated r2d2- like i need another headstrong little droid running round my house.
fish mat- that’s right, an ordinary door mat which sets you back $149
then there’s always a delightful assortment of travel amenities- guaranteed to make your flight easier:
sky rest- makes even the most uncomfortable spots downright pleasant. however, as a side note, you probably won’t get the 3 ½ ounce complimentary soda they offer you since this takes up the entire tray table.
rolling garment bags- you get your choice of color, style, material. there are so many i wonder why samsonite still sells in department stores.
komfort kollar pillow- so you can sleep upright and still get your complimentary beverage.
ultimate gear management clothing- has 22 hidden, no bulge pockets. i wonder if the gearhead knows about this…
ladies, i know you’re thinking that i’m leaving you out but alas, i bring you the mascara warmer and eyelash curling iron combo. only $35.99 now i know many of you ladies can work magic with a regular curling iron, but i’ll have to buy the pirate eye patch just in case i screw up…
R.E.M spring bar- removed unwanted hair on the upper lip- seriously, it says it won’t leave rashes, redness or sores like waxing can. Just $19.99 for the pleasure of ripping that hair out with a mini-slinky yourself.
and last but not least, my favorite is still the neckpro traction device… and a steal at only $54.95
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