Crap We Really Don't Need

Beer Gummies - Ahhh, only in England would they come up with these little "tasty" treats. What are they? Pint Pots. These are gummie candies that smell and taste just like beer, in glass bottles with foam on top.

That's right, beer-flavored gummy candies. What every kid wants. Umm, what is the point of candy that taste like beer? If you are that hard up for a beer, maybe you should be visiting a local AA chapter and not a candy store for beer gummies. And do we really want to get our kids hooked on the flavor of beer at the ripe old age of 10?


In-Car Coffee Makers - That's right! A coffee maker built into your car's console between the driver and front passenger. You can thank the fine folks at Audi for this nifty little gadget.

Aren't we distracted enough on the roads these days? We have cell phones to talk on, iPods to dial through, blackberries to text with, and soon, you will be able to make coffee while driving to work. Sometimes technology isn't a good thing.


The Potty-Putter - Wow, are folks really that hard up to practice their putting stroke that they need this in their bathroom? And do you actually practice good putting form while sitting on the can?

It even comes with a flag stick in case you can't see the hole and a "Do Not Disturb Sign" so no one can walk in on you using this toy. I think I would be more embarrassed about someone seeing me using this toy than walking in on me using the toilet.


Election Day Advent Calender
Just as a traditional Advent calendar counts down the days to Christmas, the Election Day Advent Calendar counts down the days up to Election Day. You’ll still get to open one little door each day, but instead of chocolate, each one has some democracy inside: trivia and questions about the US electoral process.

OK, I'll admit it. I actually think this one is creative and could be a fun and interesting way of teaching kids about government, democracy, and how we elect a president.