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Cables Unlimited USB 2.0 7-Port Desktop Hub (USB1870)

Amazon Price: $34.99 (as of 06/01/2012)

"As colourful, cute and ergonomic as the above daisy-chained USB cables are (and they are terrific idea), nothing beats a reliable, powered USB hub such as this one from Cables Unlimited: it adds an additional 7 USB 2.0 ports to your PC or MAC. Perfect for the busy family on the go: if you need to charge your smartphone (and your spouse's smartphone), plug in a keyboard or mouse, add an external hard drive (or several drives), use a USB headset, connect a flash drive and your camera in any combination, this hub will connect them all without breaking a sweat. Compact and easy to store, you can take it on the road with your laptop and confidently plug in and charge all your electronic toys." ~ sousababy's head computer geek.

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Utilo Teabag Holder with Storage Cup

Amazon Price: (as of 06/01/2012)

I really like the price and durability of this set. Dishwasher-safe and no ugly tea bag lying about. Men who drink tea will love this set as many were very feminine in design (and breakable too). Who wants to clean up broken porcelain these days - who has time?

A set of four of these would match any decor too. Stainless steel.

Schlage FE595VCAM619ACC Camelot Keypad Accent Lever Door Lock, Satin Nickel

Amazon Price: $100.89 (as of 06/01/2012)
List Price: $278.00

I have been researching the newer fingerprint-recognition based locks and sadly, after 6 months, many fail to work all of the time. Speculation is that they do not recognize fingerprints as much (a possible design flaw) or perhaps outdoor elements (rain, wind, snow, UV rays) adversely affect the 'reader' within the unit.
In any case, industry leaders I have spoken to have regarded the Schlage line of locks as their current choice of high quality locks for homes and businesses. I agree. I have never had any problem with a Schlage lock. LESS THAN HALF price (as of April 12th, 2011) is the one shown here.

Progressive International Pizza Scissors

Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 06/01/2012)

This is perfect for small pizzas with maybe one or two (easy-to-cut) toppings. Most kids love just cheese or pepperoni pizza. These work well. Although for tougher crusts or many toppings you will need to wipe these clean often or else the scissor blades may jam on occasion.

WMF Profi Plus Stainless Steel Double Wheel Pizza Cutter

Amazon Price: $33.90 (as of 06/01/2012)

I thought I'd see what the guys (and girls) use at my favorite wood oven pizza restaurant in Toronto (Canada). I was expecting to see some large chef's knife. But no, it was this double-wheeled ergonomic slicer that can go back and forth like a knife through butter. (Similar to adding multiple blades to shaving razors). Since this restaurant makes hundreds of pizzas per day (and some really loaded with toppings) I quickly observed how this spared time (and overuse injuries, like 'pizza-elbow' - ha, in their employees). Made of 18/10 stainless steel, seamless, hygienic, and dishwasher-safe.

Deglon 59052 2-Inch Finger Guard Digiclass, Stainless Steel

Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 06/01/2012)

I like that this protects the knuckles as well as the fingers. Made of stainless steel with an adjustable ring that secures it to your middle finger. It even holds the food in place while slicing. Made in France, eronomically shaped and dishwasher-safe. I feel this will cut down (pun intended) on trips to bandage up your fingers while you are prepping in the kitchen.

Over Bed Table

Amazon Price: $47.22 (as of 06/01/2012)
List Price: $187.95

This is the closest thing I could find that I liked. It is adjustable in height and very sturdy. Given a 4.5-Star rating (76 reviews) and currently is the best price I found. The ones that sit on the bed can cause drinks to spill as soon as you try to sit up (by pressing down with your hands on the mattress). The plastic ones or others have components which fatigue or break easily.

What we use in the hospital lasts, is easy to clean and can be rolled out of the way with ease. Until we see the white bedside table set (shown above) on Amazon, this would be the next best thing for the price and durability.

Premiere Products 5RCAT Resin Convert-A-Bench

Amazon Price: $113.97 (as of 06/01/2012)

When you click on other views and how components can be turned over, if it were to rain, I thought one could re-stack the back of the bench in such a manner that you could then sit on the dry portion. The price is excellent too (covers for benches are about $40). This all-weather maintenance free design is quick and easy to assemble for indoor or outdoor use.
Given a 5-Star rating and very easy to assemble.

Ideaworks JB5798 Handy Lap Tray

Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 06/01/2012)

I love the clear one shown above, however I could still foresee a coffee spilling mishap (in clumsy me). The one shown here (at left) is very reasonably priced and I love that it has a cup holder that actually hugs your large Tim Horton's coffee or large drink at lunch. This was actually designed as a wheelchair lap tray. Made of sturdy molded plastic. easy to wipe-clean. with end pockets. Also great for scooters, auto, sofa's and more.

Trudeau Amazing Pot Clip Stainless Steel Pot Clip Heat Resistant Pot Clip to Hold Utensils to Cookware, Three

Amazon Price: $19.25 (as of 06/01/2012)

After reading the section titled 'What's New' on page 68 of the November 2010 edition of Good Times magazine, I just had to buy these. Made of stainless steel and heat-resistant silicone, they remain cool to the touch. I have this tendency to try and balance spatulas, wooden spoons and ladles on the edge of a pot. Oh, but then it falls and splatter goes everywhere (including on me). No more stove top messes and less clean up than using a spoon rest. Heat-resistant to 600 degrees F and dishwasher-safe.

Rubbermaid Premier Stain Resistant 28 Piece Set ~ BPA FREE

Amazon Price: $46.95 (as of 06/01/2012)

Just a few years ago I remember hearing, 'there's really no way to remove that orange-tinged stain left behind' in your food storage containers. (You know, after you have stored leftover pasta sauce or lasagna in them). Sometimes they even smell! (Not good if you put jello into a container that reeks of garlic). Shown at left are shatterproof, BPA-free, plastic containers with stackable lids. They resist food stains and odors even AFTER reheating food in them. They can be bought individually (about $3.99 - $11.49 each).