Logitech R800 Professional Presenter with Green Laser Pointer This was one of my first purchases when I began my teaching career. While I often take the time to walk over and physically touch a word on a wall with my hand (this forces me to slow down my delivery), there are times when you need to be able to point from a distance. I sit in the class circle (my classroom is … [Read more...] about Logitech R800 Professional Presenter with Green Laser Pointer
7-Quart Lodge Logic Cast Iron Dutch Oven
7-Quart Lodge Logic Cast Iron Dutch Oven I think of my cast iron cooking in two different eras: before dutch oven (BD) and after dutch (AD) oven. Well, not really, but I can't overstate how much versatility this single piece of cookware added to my kitchen. This dutch oven is available in three different sizes. The 7-quart option is best for the majority of cooks … [Read more...] about 7-Quart Lodge Logic Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Murphy’s Oil Soap
Murphy's Oil Soap Although it's labeled as a wood cleaner, Murphy's Oil Soap is an effective all-purpose cleaner that has been around for over 100 years. The manufacturer touts the fact that 98% of the ingredients are naturally-derived. Murphy's Oil Soap leaves a subtle, natural shine on your hardwood floors--no rinsing required. You don't need to use very much--in … [Read more...] about Murphy’s Oil Soap
Barkeeper’s Friend Powdered Cleanser
Barkeeper's Friend Powdered Cleanser Think of Barkeeper's Friend as a polish for maintaining and restoring surfaces rather than as a cleaner. Comet–which contains bleach–is a better option for routine cleaning and scrubbing, as it also disinfects. Barkeeper's Friend is the best solution I have found for actually removing surface stains (something that Comet does not do … [Read more...] about Barkeeper’s Friend Powdered Cleanser
“Crash Club” by Henry Gregor Felson
"Crash Club" by Henry Gregor Felson I read this book for the first time in fifth or sixth grade – well before I was of driving age. I recall that this was the book that really got me interested in reading for enjoyment. My dad had a clever little incentive system for me and my brother to read books in order to earn money to buy Sega Genesis games. I read Crash Club the … [Read more...] about “Crash Club” by Henry Gregor Felson