Simply Eartha Soy Candles

Posted on November 18, 2013 by FCA Editor

Pick up a bunch of these 8oz Hand Poured soy candles to give as gifts. Share the words or keep them as reminders.

“Don’t Panic” Simply Woodsy: A soft sensual musk, with notes of mimosa flowers and apricots, with hints of oak and juniper.
“Never Miss an Opportunity to Shut Up” Simply Flora: Soft floral (begins with narcissus, Bulgarian rose, jasmine and white lilies combined with blue violets, clove and gardenia petals) with a touch of soft musk.
“My Flaws Make Me Who I Am” Simply Oakmoss and Amber: A rich woodsy musk combined with a blend of herbs and amber.
“Just Thinking” Simply Woodsy: A soft sensual musk, with notes of mimosa flowers and apricots, with hints of oak and juniper.

Soy Candles are hand poured in 11 oz finely crafted heavy glass tumbler jars.
Soy wax is made from a natural, renewable resource grown by farmers.
Soy Candles burn much cleaner and is all natural, non-toxic, and non-hazardous.
Soy Candles burn cooler and longer due to a lower melting point.
Soy wax is completely biodegradable.
Soy Candles emit much less soot than paraffin.
Soy wax can be cleaned up with warm water and soap.
Purchasing Soy Candles supports America’s agriculture and green living.
Keep wick trimmed to 1/4 inch at all times to avoid carbon build up.
Allow candle to cool before trimming wick or relighting.

History Channel Commemorates the 50th Anniversary of JFK’s Assassination

Posted on November 18, 2013 by FCA Editor

November 22, 2013 will mark the 50^th anniversary of the assassination of President Kennedy. On that night History Channel will air two new documentaries.

JFK Assassination: The Definitive Guide

“A single day can change the course of history.” November 22, 1963 was one of those days. Even though it has been 50 years, most Americans do not think the truth about that day has been released, or might not even be known. There are hundreds of conspiracy theories and because of the many things that happened before, during, and after the shooting, the theories have gained credibility. For instance, 71% of those interviewed in an extensive poll of Americans from every state do not believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. 61% do not believe he was the lone gunman. 67% think the government acted suspiciously. 82% think Oswald’s claim of being “a patsy” is true.

After any major event there are theories that sprout up. This documentary examines several of the conspiracy theories and talks to everyday Americans and experts about them. Today there are 311 specific theories about Dallas 1963. The majority of those polled believe the mob was behind the assassination. Some believe it was the CIA and others think it was the Soviets. No matter what you think, it’s interesting to see how Americans responded to the poll.

JFK Assassination: The Definitive Guide will air Friday, November 22, 2013 at 8 pm ET on History Channel.

Lee Harvey Oswald: 48 Hours to Live

Immediately following the JFK special, History Channel will air Lee Harvey Oswald: 48 Hours to Live. This documentary traces the last two days of Oswald’s life, hour by hour, and in many instances, minute by minute.

Who was this strange little man and how did he act and react? Because he was killed not long after JFK, Oswald never had the chance to tell his side of the story, other than to say he was “a patsy.”

Both of these new History Channel specials add a different perspective to the events of November 22, 1963.

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Ask Not by Max Allan Collins – Book Review

Posted on November 18, 2013 by FCA Editor

This year is the 50^th anniversary of the assassination of President John Kennedy. There have been many new documentaries, films, and books about JFK, and Ask Not is one of them. This one, however, is a work of fiction. Written by Max Allan Collins, Ask Not is the sequel to his previous book Target Lancer, although it is a stand-alone book and readers do not have to read Target Lancer to understand this story.

Ask Not is set in the time immediately after the assassination. Private detective Nathan Heller finds himself in the middle of a far-fetched situation. As he delves into the clues he receives, he is drawn into the nitty gritty of the assassination. The Warren Commission is set to find that there was a lone gunman without any ties to any others. The case of the assassination of JFK is cut and dried. But what Heller discovers is that it is far from that.

Witnesses to the assassination are dropping like flies, either by “accident,” murder, or “suicide.” Where do the clues lead? Back to the new president, Lyndon Johnson? Things get dicey for Heller and his cohort, journalist Flo Kilgore, when they start looking into the mysterious happenings that lead to high places. With the approval of Heller’s friend Bobby Kennedy, he and Flo set out to get to the bottom of this mystery. Heller, as readers know from the past novel, is not a stranger to CIA plots and the mafia. He has friends in high and low places. So, he is the perfect PI for this job.

What makes this book intriguing is the way Collins weaves together fiction and non-fiction. He writes like he is telling a true story, and with names we all know, the story takes on an eerie realness. His previous Nathan Heller novels have forged into the assassination plans for killing JFK, the case of Marilyn Monroe, and more. He is magically able to integrate facts with fiction to create his mesmerizing stories.

Ask Not is a timely tale in the sense that it hits the shelves at a time when our consciousness is being flooded by JFK anniversary stories on the news, in the theaters, on bookshelves, and especially on TV.

This is a fun detective story for anyone who knows anything about the 1960s.

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Turbo Combo Pack

Posted on November 18, 2013 by FCA Editor

“No dream is too big and no dreamer is too small.” Turbo is a cute animated movie about one little snail’s need for speed.

Theo (voiced by Ryan Reynolds) is an average little garden snail. Well, he’s really not so average. This little guy has dreams of racing in the Indy 500. Yep, the big car race. In the garden he’s thought of as strange, and even his brother Chet (voiced by Paul Giamatti) is embarrassed by his antics. But nothing will stop Theo from his need for speed. And, thanks to a freak accident, Theo gets to realize his dreams.

Theo is magically changed into a speed machine, well, actually, a speed snail. This little fellow can really move. When he and Chet find themselves “snailnapped” by a taco salesman, they discover they are supposed to “race” against other snails. Apparently, the owners of the few stores in a dilapidated strip mall find fun in racing snails. They are blown out of their seats when Theo, now called Turbo, shows what he can do. To drum up business for the mall, they decide to enter Turbo in the Indy 500. Although Chet thinks this is crazy, Turbo is on cloud nine. “One snail’s ‘crazy’ is another snail’s ‘awesome.’”

The moral to this story is to never give up. While we all cannot be freakishly transformed with super powers, we can all strive to attain our goals. Turbo and his friends are fun little characters and kids will definitely enjoy watching them interact. Although, the next time they see a real snail slowly maneuvering down the sidewalk, they might think differently about squashing it!

Bonus features include deleted scenes and little tidbits about the film and the characters. Turbo is available in a combo pack that includes Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD. It is part of the Fox Home Entertainment Holiday Collection and is rated PG for some mild action and thematic elements.

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The Christmas Ornament on Hallmark Channel

Posted on November 14, 2013 by FCA Editor

Kellie Martin and Cameron Mathison star in this Hallmark Channel original movie about love, loss, and life. The Christmas Ornament is a story about letting go of the past and embracing the future.

Kathy (Martin) is a young widow struggling to keep her bike shop afloat. Dream Cycles was her husband’s store and his dream. Now that he is gone, Kathy feels the strain of keeping everything the way he would have wanted it to be. The thing is, her life is on hold. She is having a hard time finding a balance between the past and the present.

Tim (Mathison) owns a Christmas tree lot. He and Kathy strike up a friendship that goes beyond anything either of them expected. For the first time since her husband’s death Kathy is starting to think about her own life. Tim helps her realize that the bike shop is not what she wants to do with her life and she is trying to keep her husband’s memory alive through the things he loved. But, as he points out, her husband also loved her and would not want her to be unhappy, and she’s obviously not happy with the bike shop.

Kathy idolizes the memory of her husband, but slowly figures out how to merge old memories with new beginnings. This is a sentimental story with a happy ending. What else? It’s a Christmas movie after all, and a Hallmark Channel movie at that. So, viewers can expect a sweet, sensitive story that will leave them feeling positive.

The twist is the Christmas ornament, which I won’t spoil for viewers by divulging its little secret. You’ll have to watch the show for that.

The Christmas Ornament premiers November 16, 2013 on Hallmark Channel.

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PlayMG – Portable Android Gaming Device for Kids

Posted on November 14, 2013 by FCA Editor

PlayMG, the first pocketable Wi-Fi Android App-gaming system kids can call their own. No more borrowing Mom and Dad’s cell phone! MG Topline Features:

First pocketable Wi-Fi app-playing device for the Android market
Big 4″ touchscreen encased in a sleek, sophisticated and sturdy “pocketable” design: rounded corners and grip provide a perfect hold on the app-play experience
Built in Wi-Fi allows entry into the unlimited world of low-cost and free app gaming
>MG Family Collaboration System: Includes $10 offer from SpendSmartTM prepaid MasterCard®, “Digital Wallet” and “Remote Trust” notification functions.
$10 worth of top EA Mobile games ‘Need for Speed Hot Pursuit’ and ‘NBA JAM’ preloaded
1.3 Megapixel Front-Facing Camera and ability to shoot and play video
Stereo Headset Jack
Operating on ICS 4.0 ; includes new Face Unlock security feature

Questimate! by Motion Math

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

Questimate! Is the first game where players create their own questions.

The Problem: Estimation and measurement are crucial math skills, but very difficult to teach on the chalkboard; skillful estimation comes from lots of practice with real world problems. A fun learning game to facilitate engaged practice.

Main Insight; Kids love being in control, and they love to create. These games empower children to decide what they will learn.

Solution: The first game where players make their own questions. Questimate’s unique game mechanic allows players to choose between various phases to formulate a question, following their own curiosity. This process of creation increases the player’s engagement, their desire to estimate correctly, and their interest in exploring the real answer.

Questimate! Contains four diverse quests covering animals, geography, history and concept of speed. There are thousands of fascinating questions to create, estimate, share and explore. Two other noteworthy features that make Questimate! Fun for the whole family:

*Three different forms of answer entry; a slider, a calculator, and a “picture pincher” that allows the player to directly manipulate the relative sizes of pictures.

* By touching the “Really?!” button, players can learn more about an answer or see the web source for information.

The GiggleBellies Musical Adventures, Volume 2 by 3D Magic Factory

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

The GiggleBellies take your little ones on more whimsical adventures in Volume 2. Featuring another blend of popular traditional children’s songs that have a GiggleBelly twist, and a few more fun original GiggleBellie tunes. New characters are integrated and dance along with the familiar favorites.

Approximately 32 minutes long, it includes thirteen fully animated songs and MP3s of all the songs; ten coloring pages and thirteen fully illustrated lyric sheets. The unique sound inspires movement and active participation from kids with a sound that parents can also enjoy.

Woombie

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

The mom/nurse invented Woombie is the safest, most effective way to swaddle baby from birth to the time baby rolls. The unique design requires no wrapping and its signature fabric softly cocoons baby without restricting mobility/development. Re-creating the womb environment, Woombie has been shown to calm baby resulting in longer periods of sleep with less restlessness. The newest design is Woombie Air^TM – the first breathable swaddle that regulates baby’s body temperature allowing excess heat to escape. Preventing issues such as startling, face scratching, overheating and dangerous loose unraveled blankets, Woombie has helped over a half million families and counting!

Where on Earth? The Ultimate Atlas of What's Where in the World

Posted on November 13, 2013 by FCA Editor

Where on Earth is a collection of more than 75 3-D maps that show not only where everything is, but also why it’s there. Spectacular illustrations and pictures. A MUST HAVE BOOK!