Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Top Reasons Why Books Make a Great Gift

Hey there. Still looking for that last minute gift?  You can get all kind of small trinkets that will fit comfortably inside of a stocking but the problem with that is that they are small, impersonal items that your young ones will forget as soon as they receive them.  Why not put their imagination to work!  Give them a book!

"Metallman, you are a fool!  I don't want to read!  I want to play video games!"

I hear ya, friend.  But books can be just as awesome of games.  Books can be just as intense as an action packed FPS, they can be just as intriguing as a compelling RPG, and they can be just as terrifying as a survival horror game.  I, for one, love to read and I wouldn't mind receiving a good book under the christmas tree!  Still not convinced?  No problem, check out the infographic below for a few reasons why books make a great gift!

Sunday, December 15, 2013

Get a Life Ep. 13 - The One About Next Gen Consoles and The Xbox One Parity Clause

Hey there.  Are you ready for another episode of the Get a Life podcast?!  I sure hope so!  We haven't had an episode recorded since APRIL!  How crazy is that?!  Brian and I have had many projects since then and we've also experienced some technical issues.  But all that is done and done and we are BACK recording new episodes of the Get a Life Podcast!

This week, Brian and I discuss the next gen consoles and give our opinion on the Xbox One Indie Dev Parity Clause!  Brian also gives us a run down of his experience with the PS4.  Now, the Get a Life Podcast Ep 13 - The One About Next Gen Consoles and The Xbox One Parity Clause!!!  Enjoy!

Friday, December 13, 2013

Create Your Own LEGO Minifigure Postcard

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of LEGO for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
LEGO Minifiure Family Postcard
Hey there.  Check out this awesome LEGO Minifigure Family postcard that I created at MiniFigureFamily.com.  I have been playing with LEGO blocks for as long as I can remember and I am glad to see that they have expanded to more than just blocks.  As popular as they are, I love that they are still a simple concept with limitless creative possibilities.  Even as a 30 year old, I still have fun creating using LEGO blocks.  I still find myself creating stuffs with my young son.  Before I know it, more than hour has passed and we're still having fun and building.  Creatin with LEGO blocks is just plain fun.  Even in a virtual world.  The above postcard was created in just a few minutes and I was able to get the whole family involved!  Let me tell you just how easy it is to create your own LEGO minifigure postcard.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Zact Mobile is Perfect for Introducing Smartphones to Kids #MC

Hey there.  My 14 and 12 year kids have smartphones on their holiday wish list.  Though I know that it would be practical for them to have one, I do have some reservations about mobile phone usage and risks.  What if they go over on minutes?  What if their texting get out of control?  Well, with Zact Mobile, I can get the kids smartphones and still be in control.  With Zact, I can easily set text limits, set curfews, and all at a low cost.  The average Zact mobile bill averages out to about $22.  And it doesn't hurt that Zact was recently awarded The National Parenting Center seal of approval.  Need more info?  Check out the below video!

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

MicroTouch SwitchBlade All in One Groomer Review

Hey there.  Like most men, I have a morning ritual.  I get up, get dressed, brush my teeth, comb my hair, and then I shave.  That shaving one is optional.  I can go a few mornings without shaving and it's mainly because I don't want to take the time to get everything I need for the best possible shave.  And other times, I don't need a full one shave.  I need to touch up on some rouge strands of hair in my 'stache or goatee.  I want to look my best at the office but sometimes I just don't have the time in the mornings.  Enter the MicroTouch SwitchBlade All in One Groomer.  Our good friends at Ideavillage and FuelMyBlog provided me with this great grooming tool to try out and review and let me tell you...  this groomer is absolutely perfect for touch ups.  Before I get into my experience with the MicroTouch SwitchBlade, let's get into some product details.