Vroooooooommmmmmm

Excalibur Electronics designed a neat new toy, the Motorized Pool Lounger. 

I know this toy was designed for use in a pool, however the more adventurous side of me wonders how it would fare in our waves here in surf city?  So lets say you go ahead and install a seat belt, replace the fans with some sort of James Bond type rocket gadget and head out into the deep blue with the surfers, what's the worst that could happen?  Capsize?  I don't know the wild ride sounds like a lot of fun, but then I always enjoyed a wild ride.  The motors might not like the salt water, but oh what a memory you would have. 

Hey if Tom Hanks had this in Castaway, or if Gilligan and the crew had one of these they may not have been gone so long. 

Posted on April 22, 2007 02:32:27 by Laurie.Manny

New Toys for the Rich and Famous

OH Honey, it's Bedtime!

A floating magnetic bed.

What next?

I found this while cruising around the web tonight and thought those of you considering redecorating might be interested.  It should be interesting finding the square footage for this toy anywhere near the beach.  Invented by a Dutch architect,the bed costs about as much as a home on one of our famous Long Beach - Naples Island canals.

Inventor: Janjaap Ruijssenaars
Availability: Now; $1.5 million
To learn more visit universearchitecture.com

Posted on April 22, 2007 01:26:05 by Laurie.Manny

Wind or Hot Air?

OK, we would all like to conserve energy, but at what cost?  Does a gadget that pays for itself after 16.67 years of use fit the bill in an area where most folks trade up every 5 years or so?  Invented by Southwest Power this nifty toy will provide you with about 80% of your household energy but will cost you about $10,000, including installation.  It will however save you about $600 per year on your annual utility costs. 

To learn more visit skystreamenergy.com.

Best inventions 2006

Posted on April 22, 2007 00:54:36 by Laurie.Manny

Long Beach Condo Fire Are You Thinking About Buying a Long Beach Condo?

LONG BEACH REAL ESTATE

There are many factors to consider when purchasing a high-rise Long Beach Condo.  One that we don't think about often is fire safety.  Does the building you are considering buying into have adequate protection in the event of a fire?  Are there Sprinklers?  Some interesting facts have arisen from a recent Long Beach tragedy which should certainly be considered when purchasing your Long Beach Condo:

LONG BEACH CALIFORNIA:  Wednesday, March 29, 2007 at 9:30 PM, a deadly fire broke out in the east wing of the luxury Long Beach high rise, Galaxy Towers Condominiums at 2999 Ocean Blvd., in Historic Bluff Park, Long Beach CA.   The fire claimed the life of one man, John Carlyle Crews who tragically jumped to his death from his 18th floor balcony.  Apparently the Galaxy Tower Condominiums were not required to install a sprinkler system, due to grandfathering, which could have minimized this tragedy according to Long Beach Fire Capt. Mike Duree.

Other high rise Long Beach Condos, such as the Broadlind in the East Village Arts District in Downtown Long Beach, and the Historic Villa Riviera, in Alamitos Beach, had sprinklers installed, even though they too were grandfathered in and not required to do so.  There are approximately 10 high-rise Long Beach Condos that are not required to install sprinklers, due to grandfathering, at this time.  (Definitely something to think about if you are considering purchasing a high-rise Long Beach Condo)

There have been several recent fires in Long Beach Condo complexes.  It really should make a buyer stop and think "What If".  Wouldn't you want to know that if tragedy struck that the damage would at least be minimal?

The Long Beach City Council will, once again, be discussing fire impact fees at their next Tuesday meeting.  The City of Long Beach wants to levy fees on Long Beach developers and Long Beach builders of residential, commercial and industrial construction of over 3,000 square feet to pay for Long Beach fire and safety improvements.  Proposed distribution of these funds: Long Beach Police Department would receive 58.7 percent of the fees raised from residential properties and 62.3 percent of the fees raised from nonresidential properties. The Long Beach Fire Department would receive the rest. 

The hefty fees, of course, will be passed along to Long Beach Condo and Long Beach Home and property Buyers.  

Amidst the tragedy of the Long Beach Galaxy Tower fire Jay Beeler, the Publisher of the Beachcomber, a local publication covering news and events on the east side of Long Beach, was arrested while attempting to cover the story.  Jay is currently attempting to organize other media representatives to join him in a class action lawsuit against the Long Beach Police Department for obstructing his right to passage.  He is especially pissed off at Long Beach Police Officer Gjersvold who, Jay says, thinks he is above the law.........READ THE WHOLE STORY...

If you are considering purchasing a Long Beach Condo, call the expert: Laurie Manny (562) 212-5420

Posted on April 08, 2007 08:14:52 by Laurie.Manny

The Queen of Long Beach CA

The Sun Deck Gallery aboard the historic Queen Mary in Downtown Long Beach California, is proud to present Rockin Hollywood, a new exhibition featuring 80 images of classic rock and movie legends by photographer Michael Childers. The exhibit will open June 15 and run through September 6, 2007. An opening reception with Michael Childers is scheduled at the Gallery on Sunday afternoon, June 17, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., and the public is welcome to attend. 

Posted on April 03, 2007 12:13:10 by Laurie.Manny