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Wednesday, September 11, 2024

The Best Affordable LED Light for Selfies, Social Media, Zoom Calls

The Newmowa 60 LED High Power Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light is a versatile and portable lighting solution designed to enhance video quality for video conferencing, selfies, vlogging, TikTok, and more.

With its compact size, front and back clip options, adjustable brightness, and three light modes, this LED light works with a variety of devices, including mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and more. This makes it ideal for anyone looking to improve their lighting for virtual meetings (professional or family get-togethers) or social media content.

The best affordable clip-on LED fill light for mobile phones, tablets, and laptops

Whether I'm on a Zoom call with my family members on the other side of the country or just snapping a quick photo or selfie, getting a decent picture requires good lighting. That nearly always means a supplementary light source vs. just ambient lighting. Recently, frustrated with the need to lug my large, folding, rechargeable LED lamp around to light my shots or video calls, I decided to order a clip-on LED light recommended by a friend who is a beauty influencer on social media.

I couldn't be more pleased with the Newmova Mobile Phone LED Light (model SL-60AI), for which I paid a little more than $30 on Amazon.

Here are some examples of photos I took using only ambient room light and then with the Newmova clip-on LED light on different color temperature settings so you can see the difference it makes.

Photo of bowl of potpourri - ambient room light only

Photo of bowl of potpourri - with Newmova LED light cool setting

Photo of bowl of potpourri - with Newmova LED light warm setting

Photo of bowl of potpourri - with Newmova LED light daylight (mixed cool/warm) setting

The difference in the detail, color, and picture quality of these simple photos taken with an iPhone 11 Pro Max phone is striking, isn't it?

Design and Features

Compact and Portable: This clip-on LED light features a sleek design that is small enough to fit easily into a drawer, pocket or bag, ensuring that your lighting solution is always accessible and making it ideal for on-the-go use.
Front and Back Clip Options: The included front and back clips allow for easy attachment to smartphones, tablets, and laptops, ensuring a secure and adjustable fit. This dual clip system enhances its versatility by allowing it to be mounted on different devices or even standalone setups. Both jaws of the clothespin-style clip are lined with rubber for a secure attachment and to avoid marring your devices. The jaws also open wide enough to accommodate even very thick phone cases as well as mounting on a laptop screen.
Rechargeable Battery: This clip-on LED light is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, eliminating the need for external power sources and providing freedom and convenience. A full charge offers several hours of usage, depending on the brightness level you choose.
Adjustable Lighting Modes: The light offers three lighting modes with three different color temperatures: warm light (3200K), cool light (5600K), and daylight mode (mixed), allowing users to adapt the lighting to different environments, preferences, and skin tones. So, it’s easy to get more flattering selfies or look better in Zoom calls.
10 Brightness Levels: Within each lighting mode, you can easily adjust the brightness to achieve the desired level of illumination and light intensity, ensuring that details are highlighted without overexposure in photo and video applications.
Durable Construction: The light is built to withstand everyday use, with a sturdy construction that ensures long-lasting performance.

The Newmowa SL-60AI clip-on mobile LED light comes with two mounting attachments, a USB cord for charging the rechargeable battery, and an instruction leaflet.

Performance and Usage

Bright and Even Illumination: The 60 high-power LEDs provide ample brightness, effectively illuminating subjects and reducing shadows. The light distribution is generally even, ensuring consistent lighting across the scene to ensure clear visibility during video calls or content creation. I have been extremely impressed with the brightness of this small, compact, clip-on LED light!
Battery Life: The rechargeable battery offers a decent battery life, allowing for extended use on a single charge. However, the exact battery life may vary depending on usage patterns and environmental factors.
Ease of Use: The light is simple to use, with intuitive controls that allow for quick adjustments to the lighting settings. As you can see in the photo, there is a power button that not only powers the light on and off, but can be pressed repeatedly while the light is powered on to rotate among the three color temperature settings. There are also two smaller buttons to turn the brightness up or down. The clip mechanism is also easy to operate and provides a secure hold on devices.

The Newmowa Mobile Phone LED Light control buttons are simple and intuitive

Pros and Cons

Pros:

Compact and portable design
Versatile clip for easy attachment
Rechargeable battery for convenience
Adjustable lighting modes and brightness levels
Durable construction

Cons:

Color rendering may vary slightly
Battery life may be limited for heavy users

A Great Gift for Anyone

Since most people spend a considerable amount of time on their mobile phones, tablets, and laptops and sharing photos and videos (of themselves, others, products they love, etc.) on social media or by email, the Newmowa clip-on mobile phone LED light would make a welcome gift at an affordable price.

Newmowa 60 LED High Power Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light with Front & Back Clip, Adjusted 3 Light Modes for Phone, iPhone, Android, iPad, Laptop, for Makeup, TikTok, Selfie, Vlog

Conclusion

The Newmowa 60 LED High Power Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light is a valuable tool for anyone looking to improve the quality of their photos or videos, especially on the go. The compact size, light weight, versatile clip/mounting options, adjustable lighting modes and brightness levels, and rechargeable battery make this clip-on LED light a very convenient and effective choice for a wide range of applications. The overall performance and ease of use make it a solid pick for someone who wants to enhance their photo and video content quickly, easily and affordably.

The Best Affordable LED Light for Selfies, Social Media, Zoom Calls by Margaret Schindel

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Cleaning my Grill with Easy-Off Oven Cleaner - Reviewed

Keeping my grill in top condition ensures my grilling is always a hit. I have a Char-Griller Smokin Champ, a combination smoker, and a charcoal grill.

Over time, grease, charred bits, and food residue can build up, affecting the food's taste and the grill's performance.

I have discovered that Easy-Off oven cleaner is not only for cleaning your oven but also very effective in cleaning my grill.

Easy-Off is known for its ability to break down stubborn grease and grime. It's specifically designed for tough kitchen jobs, making it perfect for cleaning grills.

Safety First: Here is What You'll Need

Make sure you follow all the safety instructions on the can.

Easy-Off oven cleaner (I use the Heavy Duty version)
Rubber gloves to protect your hands
A sponge or grill brush ( I use a Scrub Daddy)
A bucket of warm water for rinsing
Paper towels of cloth

After spraying the Easy-Off Heavy Duty I let it set for about an hour. Then, I use the scrub daddy and warm water to wipe out the grease. After I have all of the grease cleaned out I use the paper towels to wipe it dry. There is no doubt about it, this is a messy job but, the results are satisfying and it works well.

This was my cooking chamber in my grill before I cleaned it with Easy-Off oven cleaner.

Here is my cooking chamber after I cleaned it.

After cleaning, I wiped the cooking chamber and grill grates with cooking oil and added a chimney full of hot charcoal. I closed the lid to let the temperature rise to 500 degrees.

Then, let the grill cool naturally. This process is to reseason the grill, and the grates to prevent rust. I do this because the grates are cast iron and the cooking chamber is all metal.

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Monday, September 9, 2024

Fresh Banana Peppers with Bread Stuffing

This banana pepper recipe review is an excellent way to use your garden harvest of fresh banana peppers. If you don't have a garden you can buy fresh banana peppers at your local farmers market, or grocery store.

This recipe is how my mother made these delicious stuffed garden peppers and brings back so many fond memories. These peppers stuffed with savory bread stuffing are a perfect choice for a meatless meal on your menu.

Fresh Banana Peppers with Bread Stuffing

Banana Peppers with Bread Stuffing Recipe:

Ingredients:

10 to 12 large sweet banana peppers

12 cups unseasoned bread cubes or 1-1/2 loaf of Italian bread cut into cubes

4 large eggs beaten

2 celery stalks, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon fresh or dried basil

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

If you're using Italian bread, cut it into cubes and spread them on a cookie sheet. Bake at 275 degrees for about 10 minutes.
In a large bowl mix all the ingredients with the bread cubes. Mix well until the stuffing forms. If it seems too wet add some more bread cubes or breadcrumbs.
Cut off the top of the peppers, carefully wash, and clean out the insides.
Spoon the stuffing inside the peppers
Place in a greased glass baking dish. We used our 15 x 10 glass baking dish.
Bake at 375 degrees for 45 to 55 minutes until the peppers are done. The peppers should be soft and you will see a wrinkle in them.

Serve these stuffed peppers as a side dish, or appetizer, or if you're like me make them a meal.

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Sunday, September 8, 2024

A Walk in the Woods: A Five Star Movie Review

About the Storyline

"A Walk in the Woods" is a delightful story about two old friends who reconnect and challenge themselves as they hike the Appalachian Trail.

Released in 2015, the story centers around Bill Bryson, played by Robert Redford, who, after spending years living a comfortable life as a writer, decides to hike the trail as a way to recapture some adventure in his life.

Along for the ride is his old buddy Stephen Katz, played by Nick Nolte, who's not exactly in peak physical condition. What follows is a mix of beautiful scenery, humorous encounters, and a lot of reflection on life's choices.

The Stellar Cast

The movie is carried by the fantastic performances of Robert Redford and Nick Nolte.

Redford brings a subtle charm to the role of Bryson, perfectly portraying a man who's both wise and a bit weary of the world.

Nolte's character, Katz, is the perfect counterbalance—gruff, out of shape, but full of heart. Their chemistry is undeniable, making their friendship feel authentic and relatable.

The supporting cast, including Emma Thompson as Bryson's wife, adds depth to the story, but Redford and Nolte steal the show.

Why I Liked This Movie

What I loved most about "A Walk in the Woods" is its emphasis on the possibility of meeting unfulfilled dreams and desires at any age, as long as we have the drive to do what's necessary.

The movie made me feel hopeful about what we can accomplish, even later in life. It reminds us that it's always possible to go after what we want and that sometimes, the journey is just as important as the destination.

I also enjoyed the humor, the challenges the characters faced, and the general clean, hopeful storyline. It's a film that leaves you feeling good and with a renewed sense of what's possible in life.

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A Review of Twinings Chai Tea

Chai - the Hindu word for tea.

Chai tea is a flavored black tea made from a blend of the sweet & savory spice flavors of cinnamon, cardamon, clovers and ginger.

In India it is a cherished beverage thought to bring peace of mind and to preserve health.

I was first introduced to Chai tea by my darling daughter-in-law who grew up in South Korea where she learned her love of tea.

Chai Tea by Twinings

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While there are a number of brands on the market producing Chai Tea, the only one I’ve tried (to date) and the one featured in this review, is by Twinings - a well-known British marketer of tea and other beverages since the early 1700s. I am quite sure Chai tea by other brands is equally as good, but I am very pleased with the taste of the Twinings Chai tea blended with delicious spices. The multiple health benefits of Chai Tea is also nice to know.

Twinings calls their Chai Tea a delicious wellbeing drink that tastes great and will do you good.

How to Brew Chai Tea

I do not like strong coffee, so for years, whenever I made tea with tea bags, I only put the bag in the water for a short amount of time, worried the drink would become too strong. I did not realize, until I (finally) tried it, what a difference ‘steeping’ your tea makes in the taste.

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Chai Tea is good hot or iced. The brewing instructions on the Twinings package of Chai Tea are as follows:

For Hot Tea: pour boiling water over the tea bag and steep for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bag. Enjoy!

For Iced Tea: Fill half a pitcher with boiling water. Steep 4 tea bags for 3 minutes. Remove tea bags. Add ice to desired strength.

For a single glass of iced tea, use one tea bag in a heat resistant glass.

Summary

Happiness is finding a delicious new (to me) tea drink I really love. Give Twinings Chai Tea a try today and see if you don’t agree.

Twinings Chai Individually Wrapped Black Tea Bags, 20 Count (Pack of 6), Sweet, Savoury Spices, Caffeinated, Enjoy Hot or Iced

Twinings Chai Black Tea K-Cup Pods for Keurig, 24 Count (Pack of 1), Naturally Sweet and Savoury Spice Flavours, Caffeinated, Enjoy Hot or Iced | Packaging May Vary

*Twinings Chai Tea Review written by Wednesday Elf

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Friday, September 6, 2024

The Magic of Lemon Drops (2024) - Hallmark Movie Review

I'm not particularly fond of hard candy, but lemon is my favorite flavor, therefore The Magic of Lemon Drops was a must-see for me as soon as it was available to watch.

This is a cute movie about seeing what life would be like if the main character had made different decisions along the way. That has been a popular movie and book theme for decades. Each movie has a different "avenue" used to show alternate lives, but eating a magic lemon drop is pretty unique.

Since lemon meringue pies are one of my favorite desserts, showing them in the previews was another draw to this movie for me. I would not have thought to decorate a lemon meringue pie, but Lolly and her mother decorate their lemon meringue pies with lemon drops. The lemon drops look rather pretty nestled in the meringue topping.

After seeing "The Magic of Lemon Drops", I doubt I will ever see another lemon drop without thinking of this movie.

The Magic of Lemon Drops Synopsis

The Magic of Lemon DropsCheck PriceLolly is rather frustrated by her humdrum life. She had hoped for so much more, including owning her own restaurant where she could set the menu. Instead, she works for her father in their family diner, which is the same thing she has always done.

She would have liked to have gotten married to her high school sweetheart, but she broke up with him when he chose to go to Duke University and she didn't want him to go. That is one of her main regrets that seem to haunt her life.

Lolly is reminded of all of the things she wanted to do in her life when she and her sister come across her old scrapbook in their attic. When her Aunt Gert offers her a way to see what her life could have been, it is an offer she cannot refuse.

Would her own restaurant have been the great success she had envisioned?

What would life have been like if her mom had not died?

And, what if she had married Rory?

I'm not going to tell you Lolly's final choice. You will need to watch The Magic of Lemon Drops to find out.

Currently, The Magic of Lemon Drops is available on Amazon, the Hallmark Channel or on a streaming service that offers the Hallmark Channel movies (I watched it on Frndly TV, but is is also available on Peacock).

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Thursday, September 5, 2024

Alternative Toys for Cats Review

For many of us cat lovers, we strive to please our fur babies. Many times we buy the next toy at the pet store hoping this will be the one to strike their fancy. Today, I will share some of the lesser known toys for cats that you won't find at the pet store.

First up is hair bands. I purchased a package of thick ones, made for pony tails. I wanted thicker ones, figuring that they would hold up longer and probably go farther than the thinner ones. I shot the thick hair band across the floor, and it caught Tori's attention. She was after it in no time.

Tori is most intrigued with the hair band when I shoot it but has also been observed playing swat and bat it around, and carry it, without my input. That's a winner for me. The ones that I bought are around 5/8 of an inch wide, and are rated as no damage as far as hair goes. You can check out the options for these types of hair bands on Amazon.

While I was checking out things that might intrigue my cat, I considered other alternative options that fly. Hince, the paper airplane.

The first one I made was from a post it note. Post it note airplanes do not travel far at all, but they do kind of float down. Tori was somewhat intrigued, and also showed interest in it even when I didn't make it fly. But not as much interest as she showed in the hair band. I give the Post it note airplane a medium thumbs up.

Then I tried making an airplane from a larger sheet of paper, without any takiness on the edge of it. It too, didn't go that far. Then I added a flip up on the long folded edge. I also did this modification to the Post it note airplane; they both went further! Yay! Tori's interest however was short lived, even with the longer distance. She did though prefer to bat the smaller airplane around in some of her passings though. So if you make paper airplanes for your cat(s), I recommend the smaller size.

If you need a refresher course on how to fold a paper airplane, here is one of the options.

If your cat or cats like the proverbial cardboard box, then a box train can be a fun alternative for your cat(s). Some pet owners have made a train with multiple boxes attached; some held together better than others. It can also be a fun alternative for a single cat. This video shows how the cord can be more entertaining than riding in the box. However, it is still a fun adventure. It is one I'm definitely considering once I get a good box size that is in decent shape.

For my last alternative cat toy option today, I present the idea of Dominos. From what I've seen, the Dominos cat adventure appears to be more of a spectator sport. Unless the cats already know how to press buttons, in a way that the Dominos builder has made in an intriguing way for the cat to nudge a Domino, it is pretty much just the cats being aware of all the Dominos falling in various formations. If you have lots of time on your hands and want to entertain your fur babies in this way, I would pass on this. But there are many people who love building Dominos in this way.

In this video, however, is a fun toy meant for children, where a cat was most intrigued in trying to retrieve a ball that was ready to go down a spinning hole. I would say, forget the Dominio buildng, and play with the spinning ball toy. Here you go:

The marble run toy looks similar to this one. I chose the one with the Lego base, as I figure it would be less likely to get knocked over, and would make for a longer, and therefore more playing time with your cat(s).

Marble Run Toy on Amazon

What are your opinions? Do you have a favorite alternative you would like to try with your cat(s)? Do you have a different cat toy alternative that you would like to share?

Thank you in advance for your comment.

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Cheryl Paton

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Wednesday, September 4, 2024

An Aging Dilemma ~ Walking Carefully and Safely~ A Product Review

For years we have been told by doctors and other professionals that exercise is important and becomes more important as we age.

There are many ways to keep ourselves healthy and one of the most important after eating well and drinking lots of water, is to walk! There should not be a day that goes by where you don't walk for at least 10 minutes. This exercise is completely available to everyone!

But as we age, even taking a walk can be a source of anxiety. All you need to do is fall once and the fear is entrenched.

So let's do the walking safely, so that a fall is not what happens ever.

When we are younger, our bodies react better to outside stimulus. Looking up at birds, trees, planes and things around us is not a problem. But once you are over 65, our bodies don't react the same way.

We can and should focus on our steps. Putting one foot in front of the other and having a good pair of shoes on will make walking so much safer for older individuals. Our eyes and bodies need to be focused on the job at hand.

Walking should be the ultimate easy way to stay fit, so could I suggest that after making the choice to walk for fitness, you then make sure you have a good pair of walking shoes.

I like athletic type shoes for my walking as the soles are well padded and the treads on the bottom are deep, giving me great traction in all kinds of weather. Puddles should not stop us from getting those walking minutes in. If the weather is inclement then let's take our walking inside at a shopping mall. Many malls now have walking clubs that are available to anyone, or you can just go there and do your walk on your own.

If you need a little extra help, Nordic Walking Poles are a great addition and add a little extra stability and balance. My other half and I have these Fit Life Walking Poles and we use them often. They are light weight and yet sturdy. The difference it makes when walking is amazing. I would never have thought that holding onto these poles would make such a difference in my gait and the ability to walk even further than I thought possible. But they really do help a lot!

Now that summer is on it's way out, it's time to make a new fitness challenge ours. Let's all start by taking a nice walk in the autumn air to enjoy the change in weather as well as the beautiful changes in nature.

Make your walk a daily habit and I bet you will be pleased with the results in both your physical health as well as your mental health.

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In closing I just want to say that I am not a doctor, and the health benefits of walking are something that I have personally felt after committing to walking daily. Check with your own physician to make sure that this is a good fit for you!

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