Powerocks Charger

Do you have some Christmas money that you are dying to spend??? If so, I have the product for you! It's the portable Magicstick charger from Powerocks. 

The Powerocks company was kind enough to send me one of their Magicsticks to try out for myself. I love it. Since I just purchased my new iPhone a couple of months ago this comes in handy when I'm out and about and don't have my charger with me. 

The charge is equal to 2 full charges! So, you will never need to worry about being near an outlet to charge up your phone, mp3 player, camera, gps device, or e-reader. Just use the Magicstick and you're good to go!!!

Here's a little info from their web site about the Magicstick:

You’ll never feel powerless when you have the Magicstick 2800mAh rechargeable battery handy. This compact and lightweight mobile charger will quickly become must have for any person on-the-go. The Magicstick 2800mAH is the perfect size for any pocket, purse, or backpack. Never get stuck with a dead phone or other mobile device again. The Magicstick is easy to use and carry. A single USB port and corresponding cable with micro to USB connectionslet you charge a variety of devices seamlessly. This cable can also be used to charge the Magicstick from any high current USB port. A single button illuminates when pressed and shows the power capacity via a colored LED light, so you know at a glance how much charge is left. The Magicstick also features a smooth, brushed aluminum finish available in a variety of colors. An included drawstring carry case keeps it protected and always handy for use. Just grab, go, and get charged up with the Magicstick.










The Magicstick is priced at $49.99 and comes in a variety of colors and fun patterns.  Be sure to check it out and try one for yourself or give it as a "powerful" gift for a friend!

Karol's Baby

The story of the iPhone begins in 2007. I was so eager for the keynote speech by Steve Jobs and I vividly remember following along to see the big reveal (see video below):




After watching the keynote (it still gives me chills to watch this), I was hooked! When and where could I get my hands on this cool new iPhone?! With the new phone came a new hefty price and we weren't in the market for that expense at the time.

One evening John came home from a golf tournament that had a silent auction. At the auction he bid on and won the new iPhone. He got it for a great price. He brought it home and ceremoniously handed me my new phone. But, seconds later he took it back and requested that I check on eBay to see if we could sell it for a higher price than he had paid. Sure enough, I could sell it and make about $100 on the deal. So, that's what I did! And, within just a few days the iPhone (which was still in the box and never opened) was no longer mine. 

Fast forward to 2013---several new iPhones have been introduced and still I sit without one using a non smartphone for my communication. I have waited, sometimes patiently and sometimes not so patiently, to one day own my very own iPhone. A device that I am well versed in its operation and have helped many friends and family learn how to use (ironic? yes.). 

But, October 17th, 2013 will go down in history (right along with that date in January of 2007) as the date that I finally got my shiny new iPhone!!!!!!!!!!! It was a beautiful moment. It arrived at my doorstep and I carefully opened the box. And, as I looked at that phone I think I might have heard angels singing above me (or was that just my mom---a lover of electronic gadgets!).



This may all sound a bit dramatic, but waiting to receive this piece of incredible technology has felt dramatic.

I have even named her and I think it's only fitting~

Karol's Baby

And now, I must go...my phone is calling me!

Some iPhone Photos

Over the past few days, I've caught various images with the iPhone. Here's are some of them:

A sweet photo of John and the girls on my birthday. They made my day so great.

Cute note cards from my sister for my birthday

Relaxing on the deck with my feet up on the new coffee table!

A painting of me that sits in our guest bedroom. This was done in the 70s at Disneyland.

A collage of our Sunday---the new deck love seat, some KK doughnuts, and the collection of shoes that need to be put away

Lily's volleyball team went to a local frozen yogurt shop for a treat after their game on Monday

iPhone Photos

Recently found some pictures on my iPhone that I didn't know we're there. Here are a few to share:

The Simple Things

It really is the simple things in life that make my heart sing. I use John's (very) old iPhone as my version of an iPod Touch. It basically does everything but make phone calls. I had the same cover for over a year and then suddenly noticed it was looking icky. So, I lucked out and found a cover for a 3G at TJ Maxx for $4.99. It was pink and sparkly and cheap...perfect.

Phone Envy

Have I told you that I have phone envy???? Well, I do. About two weeks ago John got the iPhone to replace his Blackberry. I was never much of a Berry fan. It didn't seem to have the little extras on it that intrigued me with the iPhone. And once he got his new phone I fell in love. Really. It is so easy to use, cool, practical with a funky little twist. So although I have absolutely no need for such a fancy phone, but I still lust after his. I guess the fringe benefit is that I can play with his phone every now and then.

Here are some photos taken at the carnival using his iPhone: