Poor Man Toolbox: February 2014

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Heat Holders

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As a Law Enforcement Officer I am always out in the worst weather from the extreme heat to the extreme cold. Louisiana usually has very mild winters but this year has been one of the coldest I can ever remember. I have cold weather clothes that keep me warm but there was always my feet. I would wear two pair of socks to keep my feet warm, after a few minutes my feet would start sweating and they would get cold. Once my feet would get cold I stayed cold all day no matter how much clothing was worn. I have tried several products to keep my feet warm and dry.

My Wife told me she had gotten a pair of Heat Holders.

When she told me her feet stayed warm all day and did not sweat it struck my curiosity. I had to know why and how. I found this video to explain everything.

After I received my pair of Heat Holders I was amazed at how soft and warm they were. I wore them at work and my feet stayed warm and dry for a full 12 hour shift. There is finally a product designed for people who work and play outdoors. Heat Holders have turned the tables on winter.
There are several other products available and just a few are Pictured below.

I will be ordering some of the stripped ones to wear for dress occasions. Heat Holders will make a great addition to any toolbox.

Friday, February 21, 2014

Petco

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Petco Amazing Aquatic Event Feb. 22nd

from

10am-2pm

Bring your kids ages 6-12 to

this fun event!!!

Betta fish tend to be a bit misunderstood because they are known to be a “fighting” fish.

In reality, these Southeast Asia natives are low-maintenance pets that show off their individual personalities through their vibrant colors and friendly gestures.

On February 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., children 6- to 12-years-old are invited to Petco’s Amazing Aquatics Event to learn about the amazing lives of Betta fish and how they make great first pets for kids.

Below are some insightful myth busters about fish that prove Bettas make great pets for kids and adults, alike.

• Myth #1: Fish need a lot of room to swim. Bettas may actually do better in a smaller bowl because they don’t like a current. They like stagnant water because their natural habitat is living in puddles in rice paddies.

• Myth #2: Fish cannot breath oxygen. This is true for most fish, but Bettas have elaborate gills that allow them to breath oxygen, which is why they can be kept in smaller habitats. They can gulp air rather use their gills because they are labyrinth fish, which also helps them survive in dirty puddles.

• Myth #3: Some fish cannot be kept with other fish in the same tank. Keeping more than one Betta in a fish tank should be avoided, but Bettas can actually be in the same tank with nonaggressive fish such as swords, platies, mollies and guppies.

• Myth #4: Fish cannot be trained. Betta’s are smarter than you think! With proper training, Bettas can be trained to jump out of the water, flare on command, and even swim through a hoop.

• Myth #5: Fish floating on their side is never a good thing. Not for Bettas! Bettas will often float on their side and lay motionless at times because they are native to puddles. In fact, they can even survive without water for short periods of time.

• Myth #6: Fish require frequent tank cleanings. Some fish need fresh water more often than others. Bettas only need about 25-50 percent of new, fresh water added to its tank every week or so.

• Myth #7: Goldfish are the perfect “starter” fish. Actually, Bettas are known to be the best kinds of fish to start with. Many people see goldfish as the perfect starter fish, but a recent study shows that 85 percent of the people in the aquarium trade got started with a Betta.

• Myth #8: Fish cannot show emotion. Betta fish have plenty of emotion to show off! In fact, they will make bubble nests on top of their water to show that they are happy. Some Betta fish owners even say they are greeted by their Betta fish as they are approach its fish bowl.

Friday, February 14, 2014

$100 Amazon Gift Card

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Monday, February 3, 2014

EZwipers' Anco wipers review and giveaway

The windshield wipers on My truck were getting worn and starting to streak. Louisiana is heading into the rainy season or at least it seems that way. The wifey had just told me about Ezwipers.com a website to buy wipers online. I was kind of hesitant, but I went to the website. I was completely amazed at the ease of using the website. I was able to find the size wipers I needed, and pick a pair in less than 2 minutes. I know as a man I hate to read the directions for anything but I checked out the How to install section. They had the pictures of exactly how to remove and install the wipers. Finally a website for me, no nonsense, just quick in and quick out the way I like to shop. In just a few days I received a pair for wipers for my 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500hd. I was able to install the new wipers in just minutes.

I am able to see the road and no more complaining from wifey about she can not see from the passenger side of the vehicle.

The Anco series 31 wipers are as close to the original windshield wipers as the factory ones installed on my truck. The windshield wipers kept up with sleet from the latest winter storm. Ezwipers is now giving away a pair of Anco 31 wipers for your vehicle. Enter below for a set Anco Series 31 windshield wipers. The contest is for one set (1 driver and 1 passenger).

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Sunday, February 2, 2014

$25 Lowe's GC

Win a $25 Lowe's GC!!!!

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Pre-Spring Giveaway

Spring time is close and the honey-do list will be growing

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RavPower Luster

The wife and I take trips and I find our phones are always needing to be charged. It seems like we always forget to bring the wall charger.

I received RAVPower Luster 6000mAh external battery pack I thought this would be great for trips.

I charged the Luster and off we went. I didn't charge my phone the night before. I plugged the Phone into the Luster. When we got to our first stop I checked the phone and it was fully charged and the Luster had turned off to conserve power. Later that night I plugged in the wife's electronic cigarette. It charged the e-cigarette faster than plugging into the laptop or wall. I plugged my phone into the Luster pack to charge for the night and again the phone was fully charged. The next morning I plugged in the wife's phone, it charged her phone also. I used the Luster for several days without charging it and it is still had a 3/4 charge. I would have never thought it would have had that much power. The RavPower Luster pack has led lights to indicate amount of power. It only weights a little over 5 ounces. The Luster has a bright LED flashlight. The flash light is bright enough to get through emergency situations.

The Luster comes with a Charging cable, instructions and comes with a carrying bag.

The Luster comes in four colors black, blue, gold , and pink. I am thinking of purchasing the wife a pink one to use on her pink polka dot scooter.

If you use your electronics on the road and and just never have enough power to last through the day the RavPower Luster is a must have for your toolbox. With Hurricane season coming soon the Luster should be in your emergency preparedness bag. It would also make a nice addition to the candy and flowers given for Valentines Day.

It seems like every thing electronic now comes with a cord to plug into a USB and a wall adapter. There is never an empty plug on my power strip. RavPower has an 4 port USB wall charger.

I can now unplug my phone, tablet, RavPower Luster, and rechargeable speakers from the power strip. With the 4 port charger I can just plug in one cord into the power strip.

Thanks to Adventures of Piglet Scooter for the Referral.