Blogging About Gifts

Surf’s up! This handmade puzzle is somewhat intimidating and hard to handle, but can be manipulated and controlled with the right technique. The object is to remove the heavy ring. The solution requires multi-step sequences with close tolerances. More perseverance than luck is needed. I also got this puzzle for my family’s game room, and people love trying to solve this intimidating puzzle. Many think its almost impossible to solve, however, I have solved it before. This keeps kids and adults entertained for hours!

Double down on this easy-to-play video blackjack game. It’s just like the real thing. You can split, double down, surrender, buy insurance, let it ride, or even have a variable bet. There’s automatic scorekeeping, and realistic casino sounds. Game closes for easy storage and transport. Plays 1, 2 or 6 decks. Single player games; ages 8-up. Runs on 3 AA batteries or with household power adaptor (included). I got this for my family’s game room, and everyone cant believe how fun this game is. Actually, both my sister and mom have a hard time taking turns, its that fun! This was a great addition to my game room, without breaking the bank.

The Franklin® Hoops To Go™ Electronic Basketball game showcases the Sensor System™ sound effects for exciting feedback while you play. The Trac Tec™ door attachment and height adjustment system makes this game easy to set up in your home. This includes an 18″ x 18″ Backboard and Rim with a built-in carry case, and a Trac Tec height adjustable door attachment. A 3 ft x 1.5 ft suspended ball return net wide side netting and a two 4″ translucent basketballs included. I got this for my son, and he thinks its the coolest toy ever. Now when its a rainy day outside, he can still get his exercise inside the barn, or in his room. This is incredibly easy to carry and set up wherever.

Play all day or all night with this LED bean bag toss game. Includes two 35″x 24″ solid wood platforms with built-in LED lights around the holes, 8 bean bags and 8 glow sticks that attach to the bags. It measures out 35″X24″ with Solid Wood Construction, with 2 Lighted Game Platforms, 8 Bags (6″ X 6″) with Glow stick included. Lighted target for night time play and a convenient carry handle with a hidden pouch to store bags. I got this game for my family reunion, and everyone absolutely loved it. They loved the lighted bags and board. We actually played until about 2am! This is now an annual event at our reunions. Great purchase!

It looks so simple! Just swing the Blongo balls at the target, where they wrap around the rail. But once you try it, that’s when the challenge begins. Get more points when you hit the lower rails. Knock off your opponent’s Blongo balls and they lose points. Great family fun! I got this for my family reunion, and everyone absolutely loved it! They couldn’t believe how fun this simple game is. Not only did the kids enjoy it, the adults loved it! Great purchase!

The Switch™ Goggle System is revolutionary in its design and performance. The patent pending 1.4 turn snap lock system is fast and secure, making lens changing simple. The outer frame holds the lens in place with no extruding edge or protruding tabs; just clean looking style. The inner frame structure provides a secure platform for the lens and frame to compress together, giving stability under the most severe of impacts. The split frame and lens is secured in place by right and left locking tabs. Once assembled, the split frame system hold your lens securely into place while providing comfort and style. The patent pending locking tabs allow you to change lenses in seconds. The Switch™ FS System comes standard with an advanced triodial anti-fog clear lens and a co-molded combination density mask for flex under play. The multi-ported earpiece allows unrestricted audible transfer to take place without sacrificing any ear protection and provides total comfort with two-layer foam. Sleek adjustable shade visor comes standard. I got this great goggle system for my boyfriend and he absolutely loves it! Now when he’s painballing, he doesn’t get paint shot through his mask, onto his face and eyes. He couldn’t stop telling me how great it was.

For years now, my family has had an intex above ground 18 foot round pool. Its seen its better days, and is starting to get worn out. We don’t know how strong the rubber is, and we really don’t want to spring a leak. So we started looking at larger above ground pools. We found this one at Cabela’s: Description- Reinforced, straight-up sides give these roomy pools maximum surface space. Available in three sizes. Assembly takes about an hour before they are ready for water. Model-specific, 1,500-4,000 gallons-per-hour, 100-120-volt pumps keep water fresh. All models include surface skimmer, maintenance kit, pool cover, ground cloth, entrance ladder, volleyball set and instructional DVD. We bought this pool, and it works great! Its perfect for floating and swimming laps. Awesome purchase!

Do you want to start doing tricks on the terrain park? If so, these ski’s are for you! If you’re a young jibbette who dreams of big airs and pro parks, this is the twin tip that will provide the presto chango. Light, easy and peppy, the Abracadabra will have you seeing your name in the stars. I got these ski’s for myself and I absolutely love them! They are very lightweight and easy to maneuver. Love them!

Have you been looking for a snowboard that suits your personality? This is for you! Burton’s description- The effortless feel of the Lip-Stick™ is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Its secret? V-Rocker™, which lifts tip and tail contact points while focusing foot control between the bindings, creating a board that’s easy to press, loaded with pop, and virtually impossible to catch an edge on. The enhanced grip of Pressure Distribution Edges creates Porsche-like agility. Bottom line? This board lets you land more stuff. New tricks? Bring ‘em on. I got this board for myself and I absolutely love it! The flex is perfect, and its great putting around on the terrain park.

Have you ever wanted to go scuba diving, but don’t know how to swim? Then this Sea Scooter’s for you! With improved speed and performance, the entry-level SeaScooter Aqua Ranger will propel you through the water in style when snorkeling. Its increased depth rating down to 30 ft. makes it the ideal diving buddy for scuba. Chase fish at a cruising speed of up to 2mph. Safety features include auto shut-off, dual-trigger control, caged propeller casing, and positive buoyancy. The extremely compact design weighs only 12.6 lbs. including the battery. Runs up to 1.5 hours with normal use. I gave this to my mother for her anniversary to Cuba. She really wants to go scuba diving, but cant swim well. So I figured she would absolutely love this!