Hubby and I

I'm surprised there are some areas with NO internet access!!!

Thanks for the guest post by Donn Schroeder

When my husband and I moved here one of the first things I did was look up satellite internet service in my area. I knew since it was really rural out here we might have trouble finding a provider but it’s actually been easier than I gave it credit for in the first place. I think it’s amazing so many people go without internet at home but I do so much of my shopping online and my personal communication via email I don’t know how I would survive one day without the web. Aside from that I don’t really get cell service out here at my house so I really need to have email to keep in touch with my family and everyone else who might be wondering what I’m up to. I think I’m going to like it here but it is going to take some getting used to being out here in the country and not so much in the city. It’s a different lifestyle, though, and I knew it!

NerdyShirts Fighting Cancer and Diabetes with Dean Haspiel and Oliver Barrett

Hey there.  You know, I've contributed my fair share to charity.  I've played a small part in Toys for Tots and clothes that are no longer wanted go straight to the Salvation Army.  Even though it's a small thing, it makes you feel good, you know.  That's why I love it when an organization uses it's influence to help charitable causes.  That's exactly why I'm giving the good people at Nerdyshirts.com a big thumbs up!

10% Off the Lenovo ThinkVision 14" LCD Screen

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lenovo for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Hey there.  Wouldn't be great to have an extra pair of hands?  With all the work that many of us do, it would be great to have that extra set of hands to get more things done.  Whether it be typing up a report while organizing your files or washing and drying dishes at the same time.  Extra help is always welcomed.  So why would you shy away from an extra screen during presentations?  With the Lenovo ThinkVision 14" LCD Screen, you can multitask and have that extra screen to make a better impression during a presentation.

Get the Best Lawn Care with Scotts Snap Spreader System

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Hey there.  You know what the worst part of Winter is?  The fact that you need to protect your plants and grass from the cold conditions.  Those of us with snow know that it will eventually kill your grass and those of us with much cooler air know that patches of grass are going to end up dying.  Before Spring starts, you'll have a patch of grass here, yellow grass there, and dirt patches in between.  For the lawn enthusiats, it's a time to plan for lawn care for Srping.  Well... at least that was the plan BEFORE discovering Scotts® Snap® Spreader System!

Sprint's Limited Time Offer on the Nexus S 4G and the HTC EVO 3D Ends Feb. 8th

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sprint for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Hey there.  With more and more great phones coming out and each one being better than the last, it's tough to come up with a great deal on an awesome phone when there are so many to choose from.  I have written about my disdain for Sprint in the past, but like I mentioned in my last post, they are slowly winning me over.  I complained about their lack of sales and less than stellar customer service but you have to give credit where credit is due and Sprint is making all the right moves!  For a limited time only, Sprint is offering the Nexus S™ 4G and the HTC EVO™ 3D at insanely low prices.

Join Walgreen's Prescription Savings Club Today

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Hey there.  At one point or another, we're going to get sick and we're going to need medicine to get better.  It's unavoidable.  It's the reason why many of us have insurance.  But some of us are not as fortunate enough to be covered or prescription medicine is just too much.  If that describes your situation then you're in luck!  For a limited time, the Prescription Savings Club at Walgreens is only $35 to cover a family and pets for a full year and it's only $20 for an indivisual plan.

Reducing the Glare From Your Glasses

Great picture of my son and I...  but it would
 have been better if that glare was gone!

Hey there.  I wear my glasses all the time.   And I mean, ALL THE TIME.  lol  I only take them off when I shower and sleep.  I just can't see without them and when I can't see, it frustrates me.  So I simply will keep them on to avoid that.  But because I keep them on all the time, especially during sports activities, they end up breaking more often than not.  At one point in my life, I must have been going at a rate of 2 pairs of glasses a year.  Anyways, because I always have em them on, I tend to have plenty of pictures with glares on them.  Annoying, right?  I know that there have been more than a few pictures where everything was perfect except for those bright lights where my eyes should be.  It can be quite annoying to take several pictures to avoid that dreaded "glasses glare" in pictures.  What I need to look into are these new oleophobic lenses that will reduce glares on lenses!

Mini Moo Cards are Awesome

Hey there.  Look what I got in the mail!!!  My moo cards!!! How awesome are these!  Because I'm considered to be influential by Klout, I was selected to receive a free set of 100 mini Moo cards.  And you know what... I couldn't be happier with them!

I've been wanting to start the new year with a new outlook and a new direction for my site and you can't start off any better than with a new set of business cards.  There will be some changes in Metallman's Reverie in the coming weeks, which will include a blog overhaul.  But right now, let's take it one step at a time.  Check out my brand new Moo cards!

Express Scripts No Longer a Part of the Walgreens Family

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Hey there.  You know, when you have kids, it's almost a given that sometime during the year, you will be off in the middle of the night looking for an open pharmacy to get some medication for your your little ones.  It's inevitable.  I remember this particular time, a few years ago, when my young one had a nasty cough and we couldn't get it to calm down.  I was on the phone, calling pharmacies at 1 am in the morning trying to find one that was open.  Even though there were many 24 hour stores open, the pharmacies would be closed.  When I found out that my local Walgreens had a 24 hour pharmacy, I was off to consult the pharmacist.  Thankfully, the pharmacist pointed me to right medicine and I was able to help our young one get better.  Coincidentally, my prescription meds were covered by Express Scripts at the time.  If needed, I would have been able to get any prescribed medicine at the same Walgreens if I were to need it.  Why bring up Express Scripts?  Because Walgreens and Express Scripts could not agree on a contract and because of it, as of Jan. 1st, 2012, Walgreens will no longer be a part of the Express Scripts pharmacy provider network.

Final Fantasy XIII-2 Collectors Edition

Hey there.  There are few games that I pay full price for.  There are even fewer franchises that I am willing to shell out extra for the limited edition or collectors edition.  Final Fantasy, however, is one franchise that I would definitely spend the money on a collectors edition. When I ventured into Gamestop a few weeks ago and saw that I could reserve my copy of Final Fantasy XIII-2, I just had to do it.  Recently, I learned that you can upgrade your reservation to the collectors edition!  I NEED THE COLLECTOR'S EDITION!!!

Deep Discounts at NoMoreRack.com

Hey there.  The holidays are upon us and we're all looking to save some cash during our holiday spending.  You want to be able to get gifts for the whole family but you don't want the quality of the gift to suffer because you're on a budget.  Fear not, my good friends!  You must check out the deals found at NoMoreRack.com.  If you're an online shopper like myself, you'll know that there are many too good to be true deals floating around. You either need to pay to place a bid or enter some sort of auction for a CHANCE to grab an item at an great deal.  Scams are everywhere, but trust me, you will not see, "nomorerack scam" anywhere on the internet.  This is a great site with awesome deals.  Let me explain.

Motivational Monday - Black Friday

I have experienced this hell first hand...  Thank goodness for Cyber Monday!

Are You Ready For Some UNO Roboto?

Hey there.  Who doesn't like to play the classic game of UNO?  I used to play this with my family and friends all the time.  When ever a deck of UNO cards were sitting around in someone's house, we'd all gather to play. Even today, it's one of the few games from my childhood that I enjoy playing.  It has it all, deception, unpredictability, strategy, and plenty of laughs!  So when the opportunity came knocking to try out UNO Roboto, I just had to jump on it.

Get Better Connected with the T-Mobile Exclusive LG Double Play Phone

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Hey there.  I'm tired of my phone.  I've been sporting a BB 8250 for quite some time and now I believe it's time for a change.  For one, it's not touch screen, it seems that it doesn't have the power to handle some heavy usage.  Also, the track pad has lost it's touch.  There are times when I simply can't even scroll and that is one frustrating experience.  It's time to move on.  It's time to upgrade and I have my sights on the LG DoublePlay™.

Sunshyn: Our Batman Arkham Asylum Winner

Hey there.  Check out this pic that I recently received from our recent winner, Sunshyn!

Thanks, Sunshyn!  Your name has become a regular on my giveaways and I'm glad you get to partner up with the Dark Knight and kick some Joker butt!  Congrats once again!  Sunshyn also makes this awesome chainmail jewelry that she sells on her online stores.  You can check out SBlades.com or their online store, Chainmail & More to check out her wide selection.  I may be wrong, but it looks like she may be displaying one of her pieces around her neck.  Looks pretty awesome to me!  

Thanks for the picture, Sunshyn!  Hope to see you around for future giveaways.  Later!

Jenn: Our Monster Hunter Tri Winner

Hey there.  Check out this pic that I recently received from my latest winner, Jenn!

Thanks Jenn!  You definitely rock on this site since you have entered nearly every game giveaway I've had and have come close to winning on several occasions!  Though I do wonder if you walk around with a single sock every day.  lol  I kid, I kid!  Jenn is also the awesome person that searches through Amazon to find the best deals and posts them on her site.  Head on over to The Amazon Addiction and check out the latest in Amazon steals!  Jenn also has a risque side and showcases that adventurous nature on Sleeping In the Wetspot.  Her reviews, recommendations, and experiences with adult entertainment is a great read and very informative stuff for those of you looking to venture into the wild side.

Thanks for the picture, Jenn, and hope you'll stick around for the next game giveaway!  Later!

Are DVDs Surging or Losing the Battle with Online Streaming Media?

Hey there. I'm a movie guy. I love movies. I'll try to catch movies whenever I can. But you know what... I've found myself watching more movies via streaming media more than anything else. Is that a good thing? I don't find myself buying many dvd movies as much as I used to since I usually find what I'm looking for on Netflix.  But the separation of streaming and DVD plans have irked many customers.  They love the streaming aspect of it but do not want to pay extras for DVD or Blu-ray formats.  So...  does this mean that Red Box will take that business away from Netflix?

TGI Fridays "Entree for One" is Making Dinner Easy for Dad's Everywhere

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Hey there.  As of late, my wife has been out of commission.  Since she had surgery (more on that real soon), she's been confined to her bed resting.  That leaves me to tend to her, the kids, and the house work and let me tell you something... it's hard work!  Between the cleaning, the laundry, the dogs, the kids, and all other chores, I need to think about dinner.  Now, let's get this straight.  I'm no Chef Ramsey.  Yeah, I can get some of the basics down and they're more than edible (I think so at least) but mac and cheese and hot dogs can get pretty old pretty fast.  That's why I've turned to quick and easy cooking during my time as both mom and dad.  Good thing that T.G.I. FRiDAY’S “Entrées for One” has been perfet for our family.

Straight Talk Cell Phone Plans

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Hey there.  With the competition between the big name cell phone carriers getting heated, many overlook some of the smaller guys in their quest to provide high quality phones and high quality cell phone service.  Hook, line and sinker strategies may work for some companies but not  with the little guys.  While the big name companies have commercials, the small guys have their reputation and word of mouth.  Which means that unless you know someone that uses the service, you won't know how great it is.  It's a shame that many people miss out on great deals simply because they don't know about them.  Well, my friends, I am here to spread the word about Straight Talk cell phone plans and phones!

Feeling Refreshed with the Febreze Set and Refresh Scented Oil Kit

Hey there.  Have you seen those Febreze commercials where they blindfold a person, place them in a filthy room, and have them describe the smell?  I'm sure you had the same thought that I had when you first saw it.  There's no way that a small scented air freshener will make a room like that smell fresh.  There's just no way... right?  Well let me tell you about my Febreze Set and Refresh experience.