Actually, far from it. I'm usually the last one on the bandwagon for the newest thing, but when I saw this on a TV ad, it immediately grabbed my attention. Do you, like me, hate cutting wrapping paper with scissors because of the often resultant ragged and/or veering edge? (I know, such serious problems!) This has always bugged me. I haven't been out much lately, so when I saw it for full price at the grocery store last week, I didn't do my usual *oh, I'll wait and check it out at Target for a better deal*...no, I bought it for full price and it was worth every penny!
This handy, dandy little gadget just glides along, cutting your paper neatly and precisely. Makes gift wrapping so much easier...no more hack, hack, hacking. Go ahead, treat yourself!
I wish I had more to share today...actually, I do, but no photos yet. My time has been limited because M was re-admitted to the hospital earlier in the week. Although he had made progress in his recuperation from the pneumonia, at a certain point he hit a wall and the decision was made to bring him back in and finally resolve this. Believe me when I say that this was good news to us, we were relieved when his doctor suggested it. Last week at home was a long ordeal. He'll probably be in for another few days. I've been in and out of the city daily...and am heading in again shortly. I've read all of your good wishes and want you to know that we both appreciate them. Back soon, with luck.
Prayers and best wishes. Perhaps some knitting can be done while sitting around.
Posted by: Bev | December 03, 2009 at 11:15 AM
Hoping M fully recovers soon!!
Posted by: amy | December 03, 2009 at 12:10 PM
WOW, that is a stubborn strain of flu! I'm praying for M's complete recovery and a peaceful holiday season for you both.
Posted by: Diane | December 03, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Wow Jan -- that's awful! I hope M gets better -- and for good this time. Thanks for the gadget tip -- like you, I'm not a gadget fan, but if they're good, I'll buy them!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | December 03, 2009 at 01:18 PM
You are both in our thoughts and prayers! I always found sitting around in the hospital a good time for small handwork projects. Please take good care of yourself! J
Posted by: jeanne hughes | December 03, 2009 at 02:24 PM
Totally bought that gadget too. Haven't used it yet, so I'm glad to know it gets your seal of approval.
Best wishes to you and M. SPEEDY RECOVERY!!!!!!
Posted by: cara | December 03, 2009 at 02:27 PM
Sending wishes for a speedy and complete recovery all the way from Nova Scotia.
Posted by: Barbara Robson | December 03, 2009 at 02:39 PM
I have seen the ad for the cutter about a hundred times. Looks like it works really well in the ad.
Posted by: Karen Beigh | December 03, 2009 at 04:15 PM
Oh
my
goodness.
Please know that while I'm sure he's doing better each day I am praying that he's well - and that you are okay too!
Posted by: blackbird | December 03, 2009 at 04:55 PM
Sorry to hear he's back in, this was one nasty bug!Hope everything goes well, and he's home soon...you are both in my thoughts and prayers!
Posted by: Wendy | December 03, 2009 at 05:15 PM
hope your trip in and out of Chicago was easy today...hope he is feeling better and better each day.
I will have to buy one of these I saw the commercial too and have to admit was wondering if it REALLY worked!
glad it does
Kathie
Posted by: kathie | December 03, 2009 at 06:31 PM
I really, really need one of those!
Hoping and praying that each day finds your husband healthier and stronger.
Posted by: Mary | December 03, 2009 at 06:39 PM
I am so sorry for your troubles. Hope M is on the mend for real!
Posted by: Carol | December 03, 2009 at 06:56 PM
Thinking of you Jan and hoping your husband is home and healthy soon.
Posted by: dee | December 04, 2009 at 07:48 AM
Oh - sorry to hear, but I'm sure you'll be relieved when he is well again. I'll keep a good thought!
I've had this cutter for years and love it - makes the job so much easier! happy wrapping.
barb
Posted by: barb | December 04, 2009 at 08:01 AM
Those IV antibiotics will kick that for sure! Will be thinking of you guys.
Posted by: pam | December 04, 2009 at 12:48 PM
I hope M is well on the road to recovery now.
Take care of yourself too.
Posted by: Miriam | December 04, 2009 at 05:22 PM
So sorry to hear that your husband is ill, but at least he's in the very best hands, receiving the care he needs for a speedy recovery. Sending warm thoughts to both of you - and don't forget to take care of yourself in the midst of all this now!
Posted by: mathea | December 05, 2009 at 06:53 AM
Sending healing thoughts to your hubby
Posted by: carol | December 05, 2009 at 09:36 AM
I'm a long-time reader but this may be my first comment. I was taught that when you're praying for somebody you should always tell them you are, so: I'm praying for your DH and for you, and for the medical professionals taking care of him!
Posted by: MaryB in Richmond | December 06, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Sorry to hear your husband's had a setback. It's frightening how persistent some of these illnesses can be. Hope by now he's improving steadily. Your story about his illness is one of the scariest I've ever heard.
Posted by: KathieB | December 06, 2009 at 12:10 PM
This was the greatest thing ever invented for wrapping presents.
Posted by: progress lighting | December 09, 2009 at 10:10 AM
What an amazing idea!! I love it. I haven't hit this blog in a little while so I went back to read what happened! I am so glad you got to the hospital on time! :)
Posted by: Maytina | December 09, 2009 at 03:04 PM
Best wishes for a smooth recovery ASAP for your husband.
(BTW I wonder if the cutter will also work on newspapers?)
Posted by: Lisa in Toronto | December 09, 2009 at 08:48 PM