What a difference 12 years makes
347102
This is my first new camcorder.  The one I had been using was a old full size VHS camcorder with no special features.  It was a real beast.
Had this new camcorder about a week so far. I found it very easy start using right away.  I did a lot of research and this model rates very high for an "entry level" digital camcorder.  Some of the things I like most about it is Panasonics' reputation for quality and durability.  Also, it is one of the most ergonomically designed camcorders I looked at.  Not the smallest camcorder, but it fits your hand like a glove - with all the key features logically placed.  18X zoom is excellent (forget about the digital zoom, there all just gimicks). The dual image stabilizer works either during recording or playback and works very well.  However, there is a small reduction in picure quality when used, which I think is normal with most typical stabilizers.  It picks up sound very well.  Picture overall is very good, but not outstanding.  I am tough to please here.  I have only used it indoors thus far and have noticed a fair amount of picture graininess in low light.  My first accessory will be a light that other reviews said should help alot.  A remote would have been nice to include, but the buttons on the cmcorder are well placed - better than most VCR's.  Battery life is low for me, about 25 minutes.  The 73min claimed must be when no flip-out screen or zoom is used.  Still camera is good.  Overall, it appears to be a well built camcorder that is very comfortable and easy to use.  Now I gotta order that light.  When I do I'm sure my rating will go up.
1896851
I read this book 20 years ago when my three boys were pre teens and discovered there were things going on that needed my attention, but they did not say anything to me. As a single mom I didn't have a lot of time to be home, so I was looking for a way to cut to the direct communication without coming across as intrusive (which was not working), the suggestions in this book helped. Now i am sharing this info with my children and brothers and sisters so they can communicate with their children. We live in a different world today but the advise the book relates is still helpful.
4795873
The information is over 5 years old. But it's mainly about the Internet, and a lot has changed in 5 years. There's still some value here, but not as much as when it first came out.
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Im thankful for a review copy of a book that dropped me into 1962. Life and society were different then. The author says, Many things about the Camelot Years of Jackie and JFK were not what they seemed. Certainly, some things were better back then. Even statistics that measure certain aspects of society,..life was simpler and it would seem safer (the world blowing up by nuclear annihilation notwithstanding)serious problems were simmering beneath the surface.

Dan continued, It was interesting to see how life was in 1962. You could sense the undercurrents of a different spirit rising above the one depicted in shows like Leave it to Beaver or The Dick Van Dyke Show. Life wasn't as rosy as they were in these shows.

The author goes on to state, Part of the reason I decided to set this book in the early sixties was to explore how the timeless truths of the gospel could have applied on an average American family during this time period I think a more honest assessment would suggest that many Americans church experiences in the 50s and 60s had more to do with the religion of Christianity than a clear understanding of the gospel.

One particular week in 1962 the world almost ended and thats not an exaggeration. Everyone who lived back then knew it was true. Historians would later say things were even worse than President Kennedy and the politicians had let on. In some ways, even worse than they realized. If God had looked the other way for a single moment, wed all be dead. Every single one of us.

Of course, the world didn't end then. But for our family, one part sure did.

This novel starts out in the future with Colt Harrison, Timmys brother going to visit a house that had been given to him. He wasn't sure if he could live in this house. His wife says its ok if he doesnt want to retire there. They could sell the house and move somewhere else.

Memories flood his mind of a horrible day as soon as he enters the front door.  Colts remembrances of a Day that changed their family forever invade his mind. Then the book takes readers to October 1962. Colt and his little brother, Timmy have concocted a plan to run away from home to get their parents back together. One small problem Colt hadnt expected to happen was for Timmy to go missing.

Colt frantically tries to find Timmy on his own but quickly realizes he needs grown-up help. It was funny to read about how police go about searching for a missing child. Its not like it is today where the internet can have a Child Alert posted on the highway signs and an email sent nationwide looking for a missing child that would include pictures. There are other ways to get the word out quickly.

Another thing that struck me was the lack of intimacy and friendship in the marriage and family relationships depicted. I was also surprised to see how employers taxed an employees time giving no thought to the mans family life and/or situation.

Given the sex trafficking trade and other horrible things that we hear about today this book would have read a lot differently if the setting would have been in current time. But given it was set in 1962 times and situations were very different. Its an interesting read written with Dans style that make readers think about how much has changed for the good not just the bad. As he stated not everything was what it seemed back then.

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first time changed in four years and yes it made a difference.
231402
A very interesting book. it makes you aware of how things are now and how they haven't changed much from the past
117082
Interesting to see how different life was only 70 years ago.
1438202
I am slowly getting use to using it.  It is different from the one I bought seven years ago.  I like the improvements.
1955418
The 8 Net Gen norms struck me as being so right on for "kids" these days.  I even find some of them in myself, at the age of 40.  The internet has changed us all -- my mom of 68, is more of a collaborator, innovator, and scrutinizer, then she was a few years ago. Read this book for a deeper understanding of 12-30 years old, and even yourself.
1076247
I bought several of these in 2012, and they are all working great. They made a huge difference in our computers, and the price was good too!
172204
As a thirty-year-old who has been working in business for the past 12 years I found the information in this book common sense for me. I do believe this book would have benefited me greatly 12 years ago. This is a great book for those just starting out in the workforce. This was an insightful book, very easy to follow along and read. I enjoyed the examples in the book and the questions asked after. It was nice to see if you choose the same way to handle the situation as the author would.

***I received a complimentary product, in exchange, for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are 100% my own.
1690307
awesome, I am 64 and I have more hair than a 35 year old. takes about six months to notice change!!!
1752456
This book makes you think about how many things have changed in this country over the last 20-30 years.not all for the best.
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After 34 years of marriage I now understand why my marriage has come to an end.  The process of growing continues and the pain is necessary to make room for improvement if we are willing to learn from our past.
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20 years ago, my boyfriend and I got this book. We were still in highschool and so in love. We did a few questions here and there on dates and even if some of the questions were simple, we soon realized that we agreed on everything important. Some questions are this or that. But if you think about it they bring up personal, intimate insights. Like, what is your most cherished memory? We recently broke this book out for our 20th dating anniversary (married now almost 18 years, got married at 19). We decided we couldn't pick one, it was like a photo album, each time one of our 3 children was born, goofing off decorating the Christmas tree, or even that night where we took turns dog piling on top of each other with hugs and kisses. Too much happily ever after to put in one memory. Doing the book was fun but more predictable after you've known someone for awhile, but the question about true love for six months then they die, or what if they cheat. It's good for knowing where people stand. (If they cheat it never was love IMHO) I think this should be mandatory before people get married. It's less about the actual situations and more about personal philosophies. Highly recommend if you want to really know the heart of someone. Also, it's not gonna hurt. And, validating common ground may be a good psychological boost for the relationship. JS
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i bought this for my little sis, she is 12 years. i think that for her was fine, a little big but i understand that she is growing up
2170687
Product details say "12 months and up" and the packaging says "5 years and up".  Not cool.