Calling all speed demons and racecar enthusiasts – northwestern Utah is home to an ancient glacial lake turned speedway that holds quite a history. Located west of the Great Salt Lake, the Bonneville Salt Flats is one of the largest of its kind, measuring 159 square miles. Accessible by Interstate 80, locals and tourists alike come to take pictures, test out their vehicles, as well as enjoy the sights and sounds of the Bonneville Speedway.

In 1896, it was W.D. Rishel, who first recognized the potential of the Bonneville Salt Flats, as he searched for suitable bike-racing grounds. The location showed promise for prime speed testing and continued to gain interest throughout the years. During the 1930’s, an international spotlight blanketed the salt flats, as Malcolm Campbell (the first person to drive a car more than 300 miles per hour), set his final land speed record at Bonneville in 1935. There is even an old motorcycle named the Triumph Bonneville – after the salt flats that served as a site for many motorcycle speed records.

Today, the Bonneville Speedway plays host to many different high-speed racecar competitions – some of which have reached speeds of 600 miles per hour. Each year, tourists and participants rally up for Speed Week, a festival that takes advantage of the best weather conditions for achieving top speeds. For example, the Ford Hydrogen Fusion 999 (a fuel cell car) hit 200 mph at the salt flats.

Cool Fact: Portions of Hollywood hits, such as “Independence Day” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” have been filmed at the salt flats.

During a trip to one of the best health food stores in Syracuse (Natur-Tyme), I received a recyclable bag filled with samples and goodies. One of the items enclosed was a chocolate EnviroKidz Organic Crispy Rice Bar – a treat that donates 1% of all sales to wildlife causes.

Possessing a harder texture than I would have expected, I’d say the bar is somewhere between a Rice Krispie treat and Little Debbie’s Star Crunch Cosmic Snacks. With no artificial contents or additives, I think it was a passable snack bar. However, I can’t imagine children jumping aboard, as it had a ‘weird’ taste to it. Ironically, it was almost a borderline, chemical taste. I really like the concept and the charitable donations associated with the EnviroKidz Organic Crispy Rice Bar, but it’s not something I would purchase for a kid or myself.

A 6-ounce box sells for around $4 and contains ingredients like organic brown rice flour, organic evaporated cane juice, sea salt, organic molasses, and rice extract. The bar is low in sodium, low in fat, and satisfies the requirements of a gluten-free diet.

Other flavors of EnviroKidz Organic Crispy Rice Bars include: Berry, Peanut Choco Drizzle, Peanut Butter, and Fruity Burst. The company behind the EnviroKidz line of products, which includes cereals and animal cookies, is called Nature’s Path.

Made with whole grain, the Garlic Chicken White Pizza Lean Pocket offers delicious grilled white meat chicken combined with mozzarella, Parmesan, and fontina cheeses – blanketed with a garlic sauce that is irresistibly creamy. To add to the already satisfying taste, a Parmesan basil topped crust elevates the overall experience. This is by far the best Lean Pocket that I’ve tasted to date because it supplies an interesting and pleasing mixture of ingredients.

The size of the pocket is also satisfying and almost looks larger (or elongated) than other selections I’ve sampled before. I find no cons to speak of and at 270 calories, Garlic Chicken White Pizza is an appetizing way to enjoy a guiltless lunch or dinner. Also, don’t forget the 3 grams of dietary fiber contained in this variety of Lean Pocket, which is equivalent to consuming one slice of whole grain bread.

Other options under the Whole Wheat line of Lean Pocket products to consider:

• Chicken, Broccoli, & Cheddar
• Grilled Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach
• Ham & Cheddar
• Meatballs & Mozzarella
• Supreme Pizza
• Whole Grain Pizzeria – Supreme Pizza
• Turkey & Ham with Cheese
• Turkey, Broccoli & Cheese

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Quaker Rice Cakes seem to have been around forever, and I vaguely remember turning my nose up at them as a kid. What’s a child to do when Oreos are calling her name? However, as an adult – I’ve grown to appreciate the low-calorie, filling snack that helps tide me over until lunch or dinner. Today, Quaker supplies a wide-range of flavors that surpasses the once plain rice cake. From Apple Cinnamon to Peanut Butter to Chocolate Crunch to Cracker Jack, flavors tempting enough for a kid to fall in love with now line grocery store shelves.

I absolutely love Quaker White Cheddar Rice Cakes, especially when I get a hold of one that is dusting over with the powdery flavoring. It’s a good sitting-at-the-computer-typing snack. I’ve also sampled the Caramel Corn (decent) and Honey Vanilla (a big disappointment) varieties. Spread peanut butter on a plain rice cake to enjoy a quick energy-boosting snack. To me, nothing compares to the White Cheddar flavor.

Quaker also makes it easy to expand upon the rice cake and turn it into a “mini” meal or dessert. Each package comes with a recipe to follow, but an interesting collection of ideas is found on the Quaker Rice Cake website. My brother tried one that used basil pesto, roasted peppers, and light cream cheese. He said it was pretty good. I’m interested in trying out the Guiltless Pizza and Taco-y Tostado Cake.

Ever wonder just how a rice cake is made? Click here for the lowdown.

Becoming a Facebook fan of Starburst and Facebook fan of Skittles means you’ll receive a Buy One Get One Free coupon for a pack of Starburst and bag of Skittles. Be prepared to print out your coupon – all you have to do is enter a few details, like name and email address, to immediately receive your coupons.  Now, that’s what I call a sweet deal,  don’t you think?

Kraft offers a convenient and fun way to eat breakfast, which has appealing points for both children and adults. For starters, you save time with Bagel-fuls because there is no need to go through the arduous task of spreading cream cheese across a bagel and sometimes, getting a little on your clothes before rushing off to wherever you need to be. For children, the stick-like shape is accommodating for smaller hands. They also fit nicely into lunchboxes and purses.

Bagel-fuls can be kept in the freezer (for up to one year), creating a warm treat after popping one into the microwave for a bit. In the refrigerator, they are ready-to-go and last for about two weeks. The way to store and eat your Bagel-fuls is purely by preference. I’ve tried both ways and I think it all depends on what kind of mood you are in. Microwaved Bagel-fuls are creamy, warm and the bagel is softer. I actually prefer the refrigerated alternative.

Currently, there are eight Bagel-ful selections to enjoy:

• Original – Plain bagel with plain cream cheese
  Cinnamon – Cinnamon and brown sugar bagel with cinnamon cream cheese
  Strawberry – Plain bagel with strawberry cream cheese
• Strawberry and Cream Cheese – Plain bagel with strawberry filling and plain cream cheese
  Chive – Plain bagel with chive cream cheese
  Blueberry – Blueberry bagel with plain cream cheese
• Cherry – Plain bagel with cherry filling and plain cream cheese
• Apple Cinnamon – Cinnamon and brown sugar bagel with apple filling and plain cream cheese

I sampled Strawberry Bagel-fuls and was quite pleased with the taste. I’m curious to see how the cinnamon and chive flavors taste, as you really can’t make a mess of strawberry-flavored cream cheese bagels, can you? The bagel portion was enjoyably soft and did not crumble regardless of the method of storage. Overall, I think it is a neat treat, breakfast, snack…

It wasn’t the dancing lizards that encouraged me to sample this flavor of vitamin enhanced water beverage that contains taurine, ginseng, and a healthy dose of vitamin C. The mixture of pomegranate and cherry SoBe Life Water was intriguing and unlike many other watery beverages lining the shelves, I have to say that the taste is pretty decent.

There isn’t an overbearing aftertaste or sickening sweetness. I thought the flavor was just right – kinda like watered down cranberry juice with a kiss. Looking at the rest of the ingredients, elderberry juice concentrate is listed, which (to me) is more prevalent in flavor than the pomegranate and cherries.

Just got around to renting “Things We Lost in the Fire.” Don’t know what I expected from this movie, but it was successful in keeping my attention until the very end. If you appreciate the craft of an actor and actress, then consider “Things We Lost in the Fire” brilliant – with Halle Berry and Benicio Del Toro delivering heartfelt, riveting performances centered on the theme of loss.

You can actually feel the anger and conflict surround you in regards to Berry’s character. Del Toro was able to execute a touching portrayal of a drug addict with a sense of humor. Throughout the movie, special attention is paid to the eyes and hands, which is quite beautiful in itself.

I would have to say that the movie possessed a quality much like watching a play unfold across a stage instead of a film that entertains mainstream theatergoers. All in all – it was a visual treat for the senses if you allow yourself to accept it.

Ever since childhood, Krystle of Dkjewels, has been crafting works of art – inspired by “vintage items, oriental artwork, southwestern fashion, and nature“. According to her profile, she’s a real jack-of-all-trades – painting, revamping old furniture found in flea markets, making soap, and designing hair bows.

The Etsy shop Dkjewels mainly offers necklaces, bracelets, and an assortment of earrings, including striking gemstone and pearl creations. It is the earrings that I like the most – especially the ones shaped like blossoms. Earrings by Dkjewels are perfect for wedding and prom attire. Give as gifts to bridesmaids and best friends. Wrap up for a delightful Mother’s Day present. Wear Dkjewels when you want to feel special. The possibilities are endless.

A few standouts include:

Limited Edition Mauve Blossoms: Matte or frosted mauve bell flowers are capped with a silver plated leaf cap. Other features include a solid sterling bali daisy spacer bead and a 4mm rose alabaster swarovski crystal.

Pumpkin Spice Earrings: Handcrafted lucite flowers offer an attractive orange frosted watercolor flower with a frosted orange flower nestled inside. Other accents include a crystal copper swarovski crystal and decorative copper bead cap.

Limited Edition Golden Crest Lily Earrings: Offering a matte golden finish, this lily bead shimmers with a delicate white bell flower and swarovski jonquil crystal.

Jonquil Blossoms: Matte or frosted soft yellow bell flowers capped with a silver plated leaf cap, solid sterling bali daisy spacer bead, and a 4mm matte jonquil swarovski bicone bead.

Little Teal Planets: Imagine matching a dress of the same color with these bright teal frosted glass beads that hang with bali spacers on sterling silver earwires.

Blue Montana Bracelet: A mixture of genuine sodalite 8mm rounds, 6mm swarovski Montana bicone crystals, and 3mm sterling silver beads are held together with a sterling silver lobster clasp.

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