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  1. For anyone interested, this is quoted from the latest Best Buy flyer, here is what it says:

     

    "Buy Neverwinter Nights Diamond and get Neverwinter Nights Kingmaker for $9.99"

     

    NWN Diamond is on sale for $24.99 which in itself is not a bad deal, but the

    Diamond edition already includes the Kingmaker expansion!

     

    C Snyder

  2. I suggest you find a good reputable local shop and have them custom build a

    machine for you. Many of these shops will go out of their way to provide good

    service and support. You also don't have to settle for the crap that the big

    OEMs like to preload on their machines.

     

    C Snyder

  3. Man this is tough. The max I can spend is ~$1000 and I want to get the extended warranty. I saw the circuit city ads and I didn't see it so I guess they're not offering the 0% financing on their BF sales items?

     

    I'm torn between this tv:

    http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/productDetail.do?oid=136248&WT.mc_n=57&WT.mc_t=U&cm_ven=AFFILIATE%20MARKETING&cm_cat=BEFREE&cm_pla=DATAFEED-%3EPRODUCTS&cm_ite=1%20PRODUCT&cm_keycode=57

    and this one:

    http://product.samsung.com/cgi-bin/nabc/product/b2c_product_detail.jsp?prod_id=HCR4755WX%2fXAA

     

    Which tv will give me the best bang for my buck? I want HD and I want to be able to hook up my HTPC to it and be able to play games on it.

     

    I wouldn't mind spending more but I want to finance it if I'm going to be spending more.

    I am considering the HCR4755W myself. Is it listed as a BF item, and if so,

    where? I have seen on another forum that it is, but I can't confirm it yet.

     

    C Snyder

  4. Your husband might enjoy Metroid Prime, especially if he is a fan of this series.

    I second the comment on all the Mario Games, especially for Multiplayer.

    The Zelda games are great as well.

     

    C Snyder

  5. My son has loved his "Little Touch LeapPad" He has had it for about two years,

    and is almost three. He doesn't spend as much time with it now that he did

    up until about a month ago, but he still uses it. My wife and I are getting

    the "My First LeapPad" for him this Xmas. There are two very important points

    to keep in mind with either of these products. First, don't be stingy with the

    "books". The more material there is to use , the better it will hold their interest.

    Many popular books such as Dr. Suess have received the leappad treatment, so

    works as a great tie-in to reading real books. The "Little Touch" library

    unfortunately is not as big as I would have liked (My First LeapPad library is

    better), but still several titles available. Second important point, these products

    are designed to be used with a parent/adult, not the child by him or herself.

    Think of it more as an educational tool than a toy (just don't tell your child that

    ;). Once they get advanced enough, they certainly can use it more independently.

    My son has been able to use his "Little Touch" by himself for a few months now.

     

     

    I also highly recommend "Fridge Phonics". My son loved learning his letters with

    this toy. The letters from this can also be used with the "Word Whammer" toy

    to great more words. This is also on my son's xmas list.

     

    The leapfrog DVD series is not bad either.

     

    C Snyder

  6. Do you like DDR Mario Mix? We are thinking of getting it, but dont have a DDR or the PS2. This will be our 1st one. I think the kids will really enjoy it, and heck, maybe I can loose some weight!lol

     

    Yes I do, my wife and I both enjoy it. I have found the harder settings to be

    more difficult than what Gamespot has given it credit for. I just wish the extra

    dance pads were already available.

     

    C Snyder

  7. My vote is for the Gamecube. Multiplayer is great, especially for families.

    Mario Kart, Mario Golf, Super Smash Bros, and the new Mario Dance Revolution

    are all very fun. My wife actually plays these with me. Most of the sports

    game found on the PS2 are also available on the GC.

     

    C Snyder

  8. Please do not buy any instrument from Sam's, Walmart, Sears, Costco, Target

    etc.

     

    The instruments they carry might look just like their more expensive cousins at

    a real music store, but they are not any anywhere close. These instruments

    are usually made in China or India, and are not manufactured with good quality

    control. The materials used are also third rate. Once these instruments break

    or get damaged, they often cannot be fixed due to the inferior materials used

    to make it. Worst of all, they play terrible!

     

    Regardless of where the instrument is made or what brand it is, they all need

    some maintainance. Trumpets and Trombones usually just require an occasional

    cleaning and periodic lubrication. Nothing major.

     

    For a young child, I highly recommend you check with your local music store

    about a rental plan. Most plans work like this:

     

    1. Payments go toward purchase of the instrument (many offer an extra

    discount toward purchase after so many months)

    2. If your child switches instruments, the money you paid toward the first

    instrument is credited to the new instrument.

    3. Most repairs (those that are needed if the playing condition is impaired)

    are covered at no extra charge.

    4. If the instrument is lost or stolen, usually replaced at no extra charge.

     

    Again your mileage may vary. If you absolutley must purchase, buy a used

    instrument. It might not look pretty, but many still play like they're brand

    new. Be sure to ask your local pawn shop about their return policy. Many of

    the good brands (Selmer, Bach, King, Conn, Holton) are usually made in

    Indiana or New York, just look on the bell of the instrument (Yamaha is made

    in Japan, but usually still good).

     

    I apologize for the long post, but I hope this helps!

     

    C Snyder

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