There are no neckties in this gift list. Not even funny ones. But there are some other fun items that will make your dad chuckle, and
that he’ll likely use at least sometime between now and next Father’s
Day and maybe even longer. Here are 10 fun Father’s Day gifts for new
dads, old dads, geek dads, golfer dads, foodie dads, and even single
dads….
Barker’s not just any dog; he belongs to Andy Storms, a Seattle
softgoods designer and outdoorsman, who loves to hike and camp with his
best pal. Barker’s a tough dog; he hikes trails with Andy and he can
get down and dirty with the best of them, but when night time comes, he likes to
be cuddly and warm at the bottom of Andy’s sleeping bag. Problem is
that while Barker stays warm, Andy’s feet freeze.
Poor posture, bad back, stiff neck, lack of circulation in your legs….
These are just a few of the dozens of health problems that can be
caused by sitting all day, especially if you’re watching a screen for a
good percentage of it. You could, of course, buy a standing desk. Or,
you could look into getting one of the amazingly versatile Varidesk®
designs that let you move your desk up and down as you stand or sit.
Nice to have a choice, eh?
Those who want to practice meditation are often initially challenged to
pick ‘the best way’ to meditate. Some experts argue for mindfulness
meditation, like focusing on your breathing or on body parts, or about a
specific object or even a real problem one is experiencing. Others
prefer a non-directed, open-minded meditation in which one allows
thoughts to come and go without dwelling on them or judging them or even
reacting to them. A team of researchers from the Norwegian University
of Science and Technology, the University of Oslo, and the University of
Sydney recently published their findings on the respective methods and
their effects on the brain as seen on magnetic resonance imagery (MRI).
In the world of Web 2.0, while corporations have struggled with just how much social media their employees should
be allowed to engage in, opinions differ widely as to its usage. From
strict guidelines that prohibit using Facebook, Twitter, G+ or even
LinkedIn at all in the workplace, to companies like Zappos
that encourage their employees to become company advocates and engage
to their heart’s content, there a wide range . . .
We believe cat cafés were originally a Japanese concept;
at least the world press has given the Japanese credit for them.
According to reports, they are very popular in Tokyo, where a soul can
readily get a yen for cat cuddling in the anonymity of the city. So
too, the folks in New York City might want to get a little free love
during their coffee or tea breaks, but a tip may be required. Cat cafés will open in the U.S. this year, but the competition for the very first cat café is close…
While the world is just becoming aware of the number of ‘digital wallets’ in the market today, even the early adopters
are hesitant as to which one of the myriad of options to choose one.
From PayPal to Google Wallet to Square Wallet to cryptographic currency
such as Bitcoins, at this stage of development, the percentage of usage
is very low.
Maybe your must have gadgets are all collecting dust right now, but there are always more ahead to look forward to… And, lo and behold, Edison Nation is always looking for the next one. This time those folks are looking for a must have gadget for a guy!
Still the most memorable robot in film history, R2-D2 has also become a
popular embodiment for a variety of toys and gadgets. This set of R2-D2 Measuring Cups and Spoons
pays tribute to the movie star in its likeness and adds a surprise
element to your kitchen counter. This Lucasfim licensed charmer makes a
super gift for a fan too!
Is it getting to be a pain (literally) to get in and out of your car?
What about turning your head half way around to see what is in your
"blind spot?" Can you see while driving at night? Well, here are 5
nifty products that will help you continue to drive without hurting
yourself; they’ll also help to keep you and other drivers safe.
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