Apr 13, 2009

Who Wants To Take A Peek? The Monday Giveaway.

For the last eternity, Bossy has been test driving a new mobile email device called Peek, and when Bossy says she has been test driving it, she really means her daughter:

Here’s the thing: Bossy’s daughter has been begging for a cell phone since 1863, and she’s all, “What if there’s an emergency and my two-hundred sixth-grade friends standing inches away holding cell phones aren’t able to lend me theirs?”

But Bossy is having none of it, because that’s why gah invented two-hundred sixth-grade friends with parents wealthier and nicer than Bossy.

Then along came Peek.

Bossy was intrigued with the idea of the Peek, since it allows you to send and receive emails wherever you happen to be, and this suits Bossy perfectly due to a little thing she likes to call Phone Phobia, where likes to call equals she most definitely does not like to call.

So Bossy used her Peek for a while, but she discovered one big issue with a mobile device: you sort of need to be mobile. And since Bossy mostly works at home, the thing was collecting some dust.

So Bossy handed the Peek off to her daughter one morning and told her to email if she found herself staying late after school. And Bossy’s daughter has been using it ever since.

Bossy likes this alternative to the cell phone, especially for kids, because it allows connectivity without the distraction of cell phone rings and cell phone cameras and cell phones. And depending on your cell phone plan, the Peek is usually less expensive and offers unlimited emailing and instant texting.

Peek even offers a website to help you calculate the savings compared to other email carriers.

Which is why Bossy was happy when her new friend Peek offered to give one Bossy reader a Peek device and a three-month paid trial. Just leave a comment below, one per person please.

Bossy will announce the winner tomorrow. And good luck!

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277 comments

1. 1
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:23 am
   Rebecca said:

   Ooh, I need that thing, whatever it is!


2. 2
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:25 am
   Lizzy said:

   I’ve never heard of Peek, and I obviously had NO IDEA what I’ve been missing! And, may I have some of those oyster crackers, please? Many thanks.


3. 3
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:26 am
   Mimi said:

   I’ve never heard of such thing but it looks really cool!!!


4. 4
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:30 am
   Ashley said:

   Count me in! Fabulous! Thanks, Bossy


5. 5
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:32 am
   Ginny said:

   This would be good for me….I cringe when the phone rings, because I do not like to talk on the phone unless I have to, then, get it finished and get off!!!


6. 6
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:32 am
   L said:

   Something else to stuff in my purse. Sounds like a nice little thing to have. very useful.


7. 7
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:34 am
   jodi said:

   I have to say…I hate the phone. I never used to…but then again, I used to peg my pants and tease my hair, so obviously, things change…I am annoyed when the phone rings. I love the text…unless your texts are one word…then, bite me man, if I am going to open the text, make it worth my time…
   Why did I feel like sharing this?
   Count me in for the free…if it’s free…it’s for me!


8. 8
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:41 am
   kim said:

   oh baby! i want one!


9. 9
   on April 13th, 2009 at 9:42 am
   Theresa said:

   I cringe when I get a text because I know it will take me YEARS longer to return it than if the person had just called. I DEFINITELY need a keypad thingy to help with my issues. This looks uber-cool.


10. 10
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:45 am
    Dorothy said:

    Wow, that looks like just what I need. I would love to be able to text my grandkids. They are so much smarter than me. So pick me, please. Thank you…


11. 11
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:46 am
    sherry said:

    I have many phobias, including the phone, but I carry my husband’s old cell around with me just in case I have an emergency. An emergency that does not require me to know how to send or receive a text message or retrieve a voice mail because I don’t know how to do that. The Peek sounds like an old-school pager and pager=awesome!


12. 12
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:49 am
    Me said:

    Hey, Bossy! Have a great day.


13. 13
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:53 am
    Cheri @ Blog This Mom! said:

    Interesting . . .

    Intriguing . . .

    I’m stickin’ with my iPhone boyfriend, natch. But I can understand the uses for this cutie.


14. 14
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:53 am
    SnowWhitemommy said:

    Oh Bossy…… a Peek would be perfect for my own preteen, phone deprived daughter!

    Fingers are crossed!


15. 15
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:53 am
    Cheri @ Blog This Mom! said:

    Ugh. I’m lucky 13.


16. 16
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:54 am
    Lynne said:

    Sweet! How have I not heard of this, yet?


17. 17
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:54 am
    SusanS said:

    Oooh…pick me…or peek me!


18. 18
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:58 am
    Liz said:

    because my ipod touch only gets service whent ehre is free wifi, this looks like a fun gadget.


19. 19
    on April 13th, 2009 at 9:59 am
    Melissa said:

    So cool! I definitely would put that to good use : )


20. 20
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:00 am
    dexter said:

    My doctors are trying to get me to stop talking to myself, but they didnt mention that emailing myself would be a problem. This unit may be healthy for me


21. 21
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:00 am
    Melissa said:

    So cool! I’m such an avid e-mailer.


22. 22
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:01 am
    tuesday said:

    What a great, little gadget!


23. 23
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:02 am
    marn said:

    My interest in the Peek is piqued!


24. 24
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:03 am
    Kelly said:

    Just a peek, man, Just a little Peek. So cool. I want one.


25. 25
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:03 am
    ddownes said:

    i LOVE this idea – it would be perfect for my daughter as well.


26. 26
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:05 am
    chocolatechic said:

    What a cool thing.

    Never heard of it before, but way cool!


27. 27
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:06 am
    Amy said:

    Looks awesome and a great way to “ease into” the cell phone for tweens….


28. 28
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:07 am
    The Domestic Goddess said:

    I never heard of it, but it sounds neat.


29. 29
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:08 am
    Virginia said:

    Peek me! Peek me!


30. 30
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:10 am
    Dayle said:

    I am still “cell phone free”. But a Peek? I thik I could handle that:)


31. 31
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:11 am
    Tatiana said:

    Wow, I want it!


32. 32
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:12 am
    Sarah said:

    Peek peek peek peek peek me, please!


33. 33
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:14 am
    Gretchen said:

    Ohhhh, a new toy! This sounds like it would be perfect for when I am stuck on the train on my way home.


34. 34
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:18 am
    bdaiss said:

    Huh. Never heard of it. But sounds interesting! I’m one of those that refuses to get a Crackberry type device – I like my simple cell thankyouverymuch. So this would be awesome.


35. 35
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:19 am
    hokgardner said:

    Ooh – pick me! pick me! I am phone phobic and never carry my cell phone with me, much to my husband’s dismay. But a peek – I’d carry that with me all the time.


36. 36
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:22 am
    Camille said:

    I too have a 6th grader who is in need of such a device. Please let my child have one too. Please oh please!


37. 37
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:25 am
    Jeni said:

    My 8th grader is in the technological dark ages. PLEASE can I have one?


38. 38
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:29 am
    M Rosenstengel said:

    I’ve never heard of Peek before but it sounds promising.


39. 39
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:34 am
    Cricket said:

    Ohhhhhh, shiny….I love gadgets…..I’d really love this one, and I promise I’d take wonderful care of it…


40. 40
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:35 am
    well read hostess said:

    Umm…yes please.


41. 41
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:36 am
    Kim S. said:

    This looks very cool!


42. 42
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:36 am
    Mary said:

    please please please I NEED one!!! So cute!!!!


43. 43
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:37 am
    Tricia said:

    I’m also not a phone talker. My cell phone battery’s been dead for 2 weeks, and I haven’t missed it. And, texting is weird and foreign to me. But, I’d be happy to try this.


44. 44
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:39 am
    km said:

    Oh gosh, I’d LOVE this !!!


45. 45
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:40 am
    ricky said:

    i’d use this! yay Bossy!


46. 46
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:42 am
    Linda_M said:

    sounds kinda cool – I’d give it a whirl


47. 47
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:42 am
    mcconk said:

    I am EXACTLY the same way with my pre-teens and cell phones! All their friends’ parents pay, why should I!


48. 48
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:42 am
    michelle said:

    Um. I sent 1,012 txt msg last month, and used 79 of my 700 minutes…this sounds like a way better deal!
    p.s. I am now a kefir convert, Thanks Bossy!


49. 49
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:44 am
    pamela said:

    sounds like fun!


50. 50
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:46 am
    gary rith said:

    OY YES, I’d give it a try!


51. 51
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:47 am
    Ashley said:

    I wanna try it!!!


52. 52
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:49 am
    Cindy said:

    Wow! Different buttons for different letters. Now there’s a good idea waiting to happen.


53. 53
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:51 am
    Mary G said:

    How great would it be to have a little Peek?


54. 54
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:53 am
    kristin said:

    this would be perfect being that i am currently computerless and job hunting.. thanks bossy!


55. 55
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:56 am
    Erin said:

    Would LOVE to get a peek of the peek! (my current cell phone is literally hanging together by tape and I am THIS close to chucking the whole cell phone thing all together–this would be a great alternative).


56. 56
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:59 am
    Melinda said:

    I have phone phobia too…and this would definitely help!


57. 57
    on April 13th, 2009 at 10:59 am
    Jeska said:

    Interesting. I have been looking for a cell phone alternative.


58. 58
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:00 am
    Jennifer said:

    ooooh, peek me Bossy!


59. 59
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:08 am
    Lee said:

    My phone contract is just about up. Maybe a peek is just what I need! Thanks Bossy


60. 60
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:08 am
    Courtney said:

    I’ve never heard of this either. Looks pretty neat. I’d love to try it!!


61. 61
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:09 am
    Camille said:

    This is my comment. : )


62. 62
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:13 am
    Joan said:

    Oooh, I’d like to try a Peek. Bossy, you make me laugh each and every day.


63. 63
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:15 am
    Patty said:

    Oh – that looks awesome!! I’d love to try it! You crack me up!


64. 64
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:15 am
    joeinvegas said:

    Did you count – how many text messages did daughter send in her first week on Peek?

    Thanks for the concept, but I am happy with my Iphone (aaaaa)


65. 65
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:16 am
    janny226 said:

    Oo yeah, I hate to talk on my cell phone. I go mobile when DuckyBoy has to spend an hour with his friends at the playground after school! This way I can justify that time to Husband… and does it come with the oyster crackers too? Just kidding, I won’t be greedy. Just the Peek will be fine.


66. 66
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:18 am
    Shelley said:

    I’ve never even heard of a Peek, but it looks awesome. Count me in!


67. 67
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:21 am
    Tammy said:

    I’d like to take a peek at a Peek.


68. 68
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:22 am
    Kristen said:

    this is exactly what I need…..


69. 69
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:23 am
    barbara said:

    I’d like to grab a peek at that!


70. 70
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:24 am
    Denise said:

    I’m right there with Bossy on the ‘borrow your friends if it’s an emergency’.
    I’m also with you on the Phone Phobia.


71. 71
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:24 am
    Gary said:

    What a neat ‘lil gadget! I’m in the Uk so don’t know if it’s designed to work here [but I see no reason why not]

    Yup, definately piqued [peeked] my interest.

    Keep up the excelent blog Bossy ;O)


72. 72
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:24 am
    Elaine said:

    Ooh, I’ve never heard of a Peek but it sounds great! Thanks, Bossy!


73. 73
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:32 am
    Kristi Dorson said:

    ooh! I am often mobile and am right there with you on the phone phobia thing. Peek sounds perfect for me!


74. 74
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:32 am
    CrossView said:

    Never heard of it! But I, too, have a middle schooler who doesn’t have a cell. I’m a bad mom! And this would be neat for us to share…..


75. 75
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:34 am
    Kate said:

    Hmm. Another electronic device to add to my phobia. I’m in!


76. 76
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:36 am
    Stacey Ball said:

    If I had this I would never have to talk on the phone again!


77. 77
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:37 am
    vuboq said:

    Ha! “Take a Peek!” It’s like a pun or something. Funny.
    Vuboq would prefer to receive some Peeps, since his Easter Bag from home was entirely devoid of all things candy-related. *sigh*

    At least I got a new toothbrush and some Christmas napkins.


78. 78
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:38 am
    Amanda said:

    That lil device looks neat-o! Thanks for offering the give-away….you’re one cool cat! :O) Amanda


79. 79
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:39 am
    Beth said:

    ooooooh me likey.


80. 80
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:39 am
    ron hysom said:

    Kool! I’d try it.


81. 81
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:39 am
    Emily said:

    I never knew this existed, but I bet I could use one!


82. 82
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:40 am
    K said:

    Ooooh, a new shiny gadget???

    I’m in.


83. 83
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:42 am
    Kristi said:

    Oooh la la!


84. 84
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:43 am
    Tracy (Oklahoma) said:

    Never heard of Peek! I am going to check it out, meanwhile, here’s my comment!


85. 85
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:45 am
    Baby Favorite said:

    I want a peek! Sounds totally cool.

    I love the part about the 200 sixth-graders!


86. 86
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:46 am
    Betsy said:

    hmmm, OK, I’ll try it.


87. 87
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:47 am
    michaela said:

    Ooh, I’ve been wanting one of these. Pick me, pick me!


88. 88
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:48 am
    Leslie said:

    Peek a boo on steroids….interesting little gadget there.


89. 89
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:48 am
    psjdp said:

    am I the only one who has a Blackberry?


90. 90
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:52 am
    Jenn @ Juggling Life said:

    I’m a phone person, but just plain old-fashioned calling and texting–this looks like fun!


91. 91
    on April 13th, 2009 at 11:53 am
    lindylou said:

    I’ll take a Peek…


92. 92
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
    Joni said:

    I’m game. Put me in the drawing.


93. 93
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
    Hope said:

    Is it wrong that I would like a peek AND a cell phone? Just cause.


94. 94
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:07 pm
    NutellaonToast said:

    A peek would be totally sweet.


95. 95
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
    RD said:

    I’ve never heard of the Peek–I’d love to check it out!


96. 96
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
    Mandy said:

    This may make me feel a little better about seriously considering a cell phone for my NINE YEAR OLD! I hate everything about my nine year old having a cell phone, but let’s face it, as a single mom I need her to be my eyes and ears for the younger ones. And to really face it, I would forget most school functions without her reminding me. She really is the responsible one of the bunch. I might have to check out the Peek. This may be a happy medium. And if I could win one? Niiiice.


97. 97
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
    Laura Jane said:

    I’d love to win!!! I’m random too!!


98. 98
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
    Berier3 said:

    ooo i want one!!


99. 99
    on April 13th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
    Cortney Miller said:

    What a great invention!


100. 100
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
     Grandma J said:

     I hate getting used to a new device.
     I’ll stick to my BlackJack II with all it’s bells and whistles. I email, text, call, take photos, use GPS and post comments on blogs.


101. 101
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:20 pm
     Linda said:

     sounds really cool — I’d like one


102. 102
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
     Me Thinks said:

     Me Thinks it would be WAY handy… I loathe the phone too.


103. 103
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
     rikki said:

     That looks like a fun little gadget! I also suffer from phone phobia so that would suit me just fine!


104. 104
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:23 pm
     psjdp said:

     Can we all just agree that it’s 2009, and an extra mobile phone for emergency use for your kid is $9 per month well spent? It’s the same as 2 Starbucks coffees.


105. 105
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
     Julie said:

     I too have the Phone Phobia. Anything with such a cute name needs to be the girlfriend of my ipod touch.


106. 106
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:25 pm
     The Mom Jen said:

     Interesting concept, would love to give it a try!


107. 107
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
     Sandy_Shoes said:

     Oh, I could really use that, since I’m the last person on Earth(besides Bossy’s daughter) to not have a cell phone!


108. 108
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
     carma said:

     I could sooooo use one of these. My son is the only kid at the school without a cell phone (or so I hear)


109. 109
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:29 pm
     cynthiagirl said:

     I happen to think text messaging is the coolest invention EVER.


110. 110
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:29 pm
     Von said:

     Yes please!!


111. 111
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
     kathy said:

     yea for peek and oyster crackers


112. 112
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
     Brooke said:

     I, too, have a cell phone phobia. Maybe a peek would help?


113. 113
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
     Scottsdale Girl said:

     Did you say PEEP? i love peeps.


114. 114
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
     M.J. Jacobsen said:

     Oyster crackers look good! Interesting new device!


115. 115
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:41 pm
     Jacquie said:

     color me intrigued!


116. 116
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
     Sarah said:

     I’d love to take a peek!


117. 117
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:44 pm
     Brava97 said:

     Sounds intriguing. Me please!


118. 118
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:46 pm
     Deborah said:

     Nifty!


119. 119
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:46 pm
     Lisa said:

     I’m in. Thanks!


120. 120
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:48 pm
     gala said:

     Peekaboo! I’d love a Peek. And it is cute.


121. 121
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:51 pm
     DONNA said:

     Great Idea!!


122. 122
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
     Not June Cleaver said:

     Oh, I could definitely use one of these!


123. 123
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
     Colette said:

     What a great find!


124. 124
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
     donna b said:

     sign me up!!


125. 125
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
     Beth said:

     Is that an optical illusion or are those oyster crackers HUGE! Yikes! Yes, throw me in the hat for the email thingy!


126. 126
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
     Diane G said:

     Looks cool! I am not a phone fan either and not sure why. Just happens to some of us, I guess?


127. 127
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
     Mindy Bradford said:

     10 year old son was just begging for a cell phone since all his baseball buddies get to call Mom when practice is over. Poor thing. I STAY everyday to support him and see what the coach says so we can work on it at home, but what a terrible Mom I am to not give him this needed object! Anywho, this sounds perfect and I will look into it. To win a FREE one would be great as I would also have to produce one for his twin sister! Fingers crossed! Love the blog. Makes me laugh!


128. 128
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
     Luanne said:

     Please, please, please!!!


129. 129
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:55 pm
     julie said:

     sign me up bossy!!!


130. 130
     on April 13th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
     Tuli said:

     I NEED this. I must give it to my boyfriend. So he can stop calling me with requests to check his email when he is not at his desk.


131. 131
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
     Clair said:

     I am a texting idiot, but this? With it’s full keyboard? I’d become a texting genius. Count me in!


132. 132
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
     Jackie Whitley said:

     Ds2 heads off to college so he could use this !

     Thanks !


133. 133
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:10 pm
     Chris said:

     My daughter has also been begging for a cell phone but I like this idea so much more!


134. 134
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:12 pm
     Catherine McP said:

     Well isnt that cool. This would be great!


135. 135
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
     Kelly said:

     I hope I win!!


136. 136
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
     Diane Banhidi said:

     Bossy, you’re the best! I love logging on every few days and reading your site. Please keep up the good work and thank you for many, many, many smiles.


137. 137
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
     Smoochiefrog said:

     I’ve never heard of a Peek, but would love to win one. My daughter thinks she needs a cell phone too, and she’s only 7!


138. 138
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
     Shannon said:

     I like free things


139. 139
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
     Mina said:

     Looks cool, and helps with my “No WAY to I want to be in contact with other people ALL THE TIME” syndrome.


140. 140
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
     hulagirlatheart said:

     Peek-a-boo, I need one too.


141. 141
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
     AnnB said:

     Pick me. Please…


142. 142
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
     Jill in Vermont said:

     I had never of this but it sounds interesting!


143. 143
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
     kay said:

     sound like just what I need so my boss can’t keep track of me!


144. 144
     on April 13th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
     kidsmom said:

     me seek peek.


145. 145
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
     Trenches of Mommyhood said:

     I’d love to take a Peek! Heh.


146. 146
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
     janet said:

     Aaggh! How come “keep reading post” is back?


147. 147
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
     lisa said:

     sounds great. I would love to have a Peek!

     lae


148. 148
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
     Virginia said:

     I too have the phone phobia


149. 149
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
     Hondo said:

     So many biddies. No other dudes read Bossy?


150. 150
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
     Dr. Liz said:

     Given that I ignore my Crackberry when it rings, and the camera has died (due to repeated contact with the pavement), and the only thing I use it for is email/texting, I could certainly use a new toy! Sign me up!


151. 151
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
     Alissa said:

     I’m not sure why I would want to be more connected than I am now but I certainly can see the benefit with the kids and the texting and such.


152. 152
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:18 pm
     EricaB/Crazy Momma said:

     Isn’t is just like a contest to bring out all the lurkers (myself included).

     I think this is an awesome idea and had never heard of it until now. So excited!


153. 153
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
     chantel said:

     I would send this my kid immediately.


154. 154
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
     carrie said:

     peek-a-licious


155. 155
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
     Liz said:

     Yaaay! So I can be notified instantly whenever important work emails arrive in my inbox, regardless of where I am, or what I’m doing!

     Oh wait…

     Seriously, though, I should probably try something like this. Or get a clue and update my cell phone to one of those smart ones with all of the keys…


156. 156
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:23 pm
     Michelle in SF said:

     I normally just lurk…but this peek at a Peek has peaked my interest (how many more times can I use peek in a sentence?!)
     My phone is no longer the newest tech gadget…and since I can never get a signal, I rarely use it to call anyone – just call me the texting queen…in search of a new gadget!


157. 157
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:30 pm
     Blackbeards Wyfe said:

     Bonus boy would love this!!! We have mixed feelings about the cell for him. I remember BEGGING my parents for a phone in my room. They said no. I survived having to talk on the family phone in the family room. They were SOOOOO MEAN!!!


158. 158
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
     MeL said:

     This intrigues me on multi-levels. First, I am finding phone phobia is much more common than I realized it. (I gots it, too…) and second, my so-called “smart” phone is apparently not smart enough to find my email, and therefore I now miss all the important messages because I am too busy wiping small behinds and battling the booby badger (my husband calls it “nursing the baby”, but that’s far too tame a description for the massacre upon my person). This Peek sounds like some goodness.


159. 159
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
     Dara said:

     Peek-a-boo!!!
     wha??? I have a 15 month old. I am constantly playing the above or singing “Twinkle, twinkle….or reading “Good night Moon”.
     I need this device to keep what little brain matter I have left.
     Thanks, Bossy!!


160. 160
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
     heyjoe said:

     Hell’s yes.


161. 161
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
     methodpam said:

     Very cool giveaway!


162. 162
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
     jeri said:

     I would love to take a peek at the peek…lol


163. 163
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
     Almudena said:

     Bossy – picking #163 will bring you much luck for many years. seriously.


164. 164
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
     Rebecca S said:

     Woo woo, sign me up.


165. 165
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
     Stacey said:

     Count me in – this think looks interesting!


166. 166
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:48 pm
     Jen said:

     How cool! I HATE to call people, e-mail is much better!


167. 167
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:48 pm
     Liza said:

     That thing looks great! I wonder if it works internationally. I’ve been trying to figure out what to get for my trip to India this summer. Is this it?


168. 168
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
     Yolanda said:

     Peek me! Peek me!


169. 169
     on April 13th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
     Cristina said:

     This would be PERFECT for my 10 year old who is starting junior high this fall (WTH). I have been thinking a lot about how I can keep in touch with him if need be. Awesome.


170. 170
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
     elisa said:

     ooohh! i love stuff that is free. good for bossy for not giving bossy’s daughter a cell phone. next if will be 6 year olds with iphones.


171. 171
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:04 pm
     Dee said:

     This would be fabulous for my dad who is a computer-phobic. Please Please Please Bossy peek me!!!


172. 172
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:07 pm
     reen said:

     Perfect for my own phone aversion. Count me in! Thanks, Bossy!


173. 173
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:08 pm
     judy said:

     Oh, yes, and I hope it comes with a charger to add to the l9, yes, 19 chargers that had to come with us on our family vacations – cell phones, ipods, digital cameras, dvd player, blah, blah, blah. 20 is such a round number. I hope it has a charger.


174. 174
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
     jenn said:

     I’m in! Supercool giveaway, Bossy!!


175. 175
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
     Avitable said:

     That is a very cool gadget! I’m not interested in winning it, so don’t include my name, but I just wanted to comment on it. Plus, oyster crackers? Yum!


176. 176
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
     KC said:

     Is it bad that I only comment on blogs when I might win something?


177. 177
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:28 pm
     Jamie said:

     my 11 year old daughter would “love me forever and like me for always” if i handed her one of those! i too, am against the pre-teen movement for cell phones, and as she lives far away with her step mom, being able to email with her more regularly would be nice for me as the mommy too!


178. 178
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
     Michele said:

     This sounds very cool! Not sure that access to email anywhere is a good thing…might not ever get anything done!


179. 179
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
     Evelyn said:

     What a fantastic idea! Have never heard of Peek before, but it sounds like a possible viable alternative to the current cell phone dilemma we’re having with our 16-year-old son.

     Evelyn


180. 180
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
     Lee of MWOB said:

     Well well well. This little Peek is quite interesting and I like the idea of the no phone thing too! But my kid is only six but she keeps asking when she’s going to be 16 because in her mind that’s when she can get an iPhone. If I win this Peek, I can give her that when she’s like 15. And that would be awesome for her. But how much dust will collect on that Peek if it sits around my house for like 9 years? Hmmmmm………


181. 181
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
     Andi said:

     I’d love to try it!


182. 182
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
     Julie G. said:

     What a cool idea! Love the fact that there’s no phone ringing but you’re still connected…


183. 183
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
     Caroline said:

     Peek-a-boo! Hope it’s my lucky day!


184. 184
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
     teri said:

     Pick me, pick me.


185. 185
     on April 13th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
     Sugared Harpy said:

     Oooh, I was just staring at this at Target yesterday for the exact same reasons as Bossy…”I’ll never have to TALK to people again!”


186. 186
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
     Tracy Lynn said:

     This would change my life, but in a good way, since I have a phone that is totally advanced way beyond my ability to use the damned thing.


187. 187
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
     Leslie M. said:

     The last thing I need is the ability to check my email wherever I am…. so of course I want it more than anything! I’ve never heard of the peek, sounds pretty awesome!


188. 188
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:05 pm
     Jennie said:

     Ooh how cool is that?


189. 189
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
     SueBoo said:

     I gots to get me one of those!!!!


190. 190
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:22 pm
     Lisa said:

     Never heard of it…..intrigued……hate cell phone bills…..7 kids………need I say More?


191. 191
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:22 pm
     hollygee said:

     I are on yur blog, commenting.

     Please.


192. 192
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:26 pm
     AuntBaaa said:

     Is Bossy’s daughter eligible to win the Peek? Or if I win it, can I give it to Bossy’s daughter?


193. 193
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:27 pm
     Melissa said:

     That’s so cool! Want!


194. 194
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:27 pm
     Caroline said:

     Usually I feel real lucky and never win. Not feeling too great today, so I guess that Peek is mine!!


195. 195
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
     sista #2 said:

     I never win but sign me up!!!

     peace
     #2


196. 196
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:36 pm
     Beth said:

     Texting without all the mess! NEAT!


197. 197
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
     LYNN said:

     That. Looks. Awesome!


198. 198
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
     lora said:

     I share your loathing of phone calls. This would be perfect for me! Sign me up!


199. 199
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:43 pm
     Jill said:

     I love it!!!


200. 200
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:47 pm
     Lisa said:

     Hmmmm… Very interesting! I have an aging iTouch and would love to compare the Peek – though I’ll bet I’d have to fight my husband for it…


201. 201
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
     Katie said:

     Oooh, I’ve never seen one of those before. Looks pretty cool. I think I would definitely love something like that.


202. 202
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:56 pm
     Reeb said:

     My best pal called me from the Newark airport (en route to Rome, how lovely for her!) while I was at lunch. She called work so only got my husband. He suggested that she call my cell phone. She hates to talk on phones, already had the info she was wanting, so she declined. I wonder if she would have peek’d me instead.

     Those Peek people sure know how to market. BTW, there’s a material that’s used in my line of work called PEEK. polyaryletheretheretherketone. Definitely not a “super thin and stylish device” as per your sort of Peek. Okay, I”m signed up now. Peek #202 please. Unless that’s not me.


203. 203
     on April 13th, 2009 at 4:57 pm
     Aimee said:

     I’ve never heard of it either….but I’m sure my son would enjoy it considering he stays with his father some weekends…sign me up!


204. 204
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:01 pm
     Gillian said:

     Oooh, oooh! Sign me up!


205. 205
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:05 pm
     Half Assed Kitchen said:

     I have an old, decrepit flip phone that makes me look all 2004. I’d love to be entered please.


206. 206
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
     jen said:

     Ok, but can you connect to Facecrack? I mean, Facebook?


207. 207
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
     Maria said:

     never heard of peek~but i love you bossy and pick me! pick me! oh wait. are you doing that random generator thing? dang.


208. 208
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:26 pm
     dgm said:

     Well, this is my lucky day (if you choose to make it so)!


209. 209
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:26 pm
     Kristi said:

     Don’t worry, Bossy, you are not the only mean mommy out there refusing to give cell phones to children.

     This Peek device sounds exactly what I need!


210. 210
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:34 pm
     angie a in mo said:

     My eleven year old thinks I am ridiculous for not letting him have a cell phone. (We don’t even get cell reception at our house!) I would love the Peek!


211. 211
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
     Maureen in IL said:

     A Monday giveaway? Bossy is the best. I, too am a phone phobe. I’m all about the text or email. That Peek looks pretty cool, I’m afraid to hope . . .


212. 212
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
     Adorable Girlfriend said:

     My friend from graduate school knows the person who created the Peek! I knew about it the day it was released. Who better than AG to win?!!

     Good stuff.


213. 213
     on April 13th, 2009 at 5:59 pm
     Janet said:

     This is awesome! I’ll be looking into getting one even if I don’t win


214. 214
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
     Daniel said:

     I’d love to get a peek at a Peek! Pick me Bossy, pick me!


215. 215
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
     Fabs said:

     So cool! I only have a cheap cell phone that I can’t text on, so I need one of these!


216. 216
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:21 pm
     lane said:

     looks handy!


217. 217
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:27 pm
     Mary Jo Johnson said:

     Oh, pick me! Pick me!!


218. 218
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:30 pm
     Peg said:

     Peg wants a Peek! Thanks!!


219. 219
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:33 pm
     Jennifer Manriquez said:

     Love it! This would be perfect to test drive with my 3 kids (or me!!). Thanks Bossy! Love your site.


220. 220
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:33 pm
     Stephanie said:

     How cool! Count me in


221. 221
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
     kj said:

     ooooo, please pick me! my 11 yr old son would LOVE to have this to stay in contact with me! (not kidding, he would!)


222. 222
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:44 pm
     Lotta said:

     Ooh! Count me in!


223. 223
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
     AshinMT said:

     Oooh! That looks way too cool for school! Thanks peekers and Bossy!


224. 224
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
     Gina P said:

     Peek me. Ha ha.


225. 225
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
     Marilyn said:

     never heard of this until today! Looks good!


226. 226
     on April 13th, 2009 at 6:52 pm
     Anita Mulligan said:

     Anita’s daughter, Maura, wants a Peek. She’s sure of that!

     Thanks, Bossy. Much love!


227. 227
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:01 pm
     Jen W. said:

     I too suffer from phone phobia.


228. 228
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:02 pm
     Annie W. said:

     I, too, had never heard of ‘peek’. What a great idea! It’s ‘peeked’ my curiousity…
     hugs


229. 229
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:03 pm
     Kristie said:

     Do I NEED this? Well, no.. not at all. But I’d be more than willing to play for awhile!


230. 230
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:23 pm
     Mary said:

     I would love to peek at a Peek. I have never heard of such a thing before.


231. 231
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:29 pm
     Slacker Mom said:

     Oh, yeah~I’m totally game~!


232. 232
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
     kate said:

     dear BOSSY,

     i hate the phone nearly as much as you do. where nearly as much as you do equals a hundred times more than you do. i am lobbying for an entirely phone free world. also lobbying for a spider free world. see what you can do about that, okay?

     love,

     kate


233. 233
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
     Linda said:

     Who knew? I sure didn’t and I want it!


234. 234
     on April 13th, 2009 at 7:45 pm
     Robin said:

     I don’t just want this, I NEED it.


235. 235
     on April 13th, 2009 at 8:15 pm
     Diane said:

     Looks very cool, considering I dread talking on the phone. Thanks for the info. I wonder though, is it available in Canada? I better check.


236. 236
     on April 13th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
     Rebekah said:

     I like it!


237. 237
     on April 13th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
     wendy said:

     this would be perfect for my 8 year old, she has been using my cell to text anyone she can.


238. 238
     on April 13th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
     Linda said:

     Peek a Boo!


239. 239
     on April 13th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
     melissa said:

     I am obviously uncool and never heard of this either. It sounds really neat though. I think I may need since I also suffer from phone phobia. I HATE talking on the phone.


240. 240
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:00 pm
     Lulu said:

     I’d love a separate texter and emailer thingy. He Who Created Cell Phone Accounts at our house decreed “No texting.” (Because he didn’t want to have to deal with work-related text msgs.) Yeah, I’m getting my own account when this contract is up…unless I get peeked.


241. 241
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
     Tamara Maddux said:

     Pick me, pick me!!!! That looks like so much fun!!


242. 242
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
     Sondra said:

     Hey, Bossy–

     Very cool for work, since… really do you care? I’m trying to make a clever post, but since you pick at random, I’ll just be random.


243. 243
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
     Abella said:

     I truly hate phones, and refuse to get one for my son, but when he’s at his dad’s house this would be the perfect thing for him. Please, Bossy!


244. 244
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:22 pm
     Mary said:

     I’m on my laptop 90% of the day. Please, please, help me fill that remaining 10% of time with technology. Thanks!


245. 245
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
     kris said:

     yay! thanks!


246. 246
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
     Jenifer Perez said:

     my 4th grader wants a cell phone too! way too early


247. 247
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
     Chesapeake Bay Woman said:

     Dear Gah,

     Please give me another device besides a computer which only performs dial-up internet.


248. 248
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
     Chesapeake Bay Woman said:

     Dear Gah,

     Hopefully it was clear above that I want a device that provides internect connectivity and not a device that does anything else.

     Thank you.


249. 249
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
     Chesapeake Bay Woman said:

     Dear Gah,

     What is internect?


250. 250
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
     Deb Coulter said:

     I have an almost 9 year old who is d.e.s.p.e.r.a.t.e. for a cell phone / texter / whatever… We heart Bossy!


251. 251
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
     Cassie said:

     My blackberry up and died today and I am not looking forward to the price of a new one. I only use my blackberry for the emaily goodness so the Peek sounds like a perfect solution! A peek, a simple phone used just for calling, think of the savings!


252. 252
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:56 pm
     sonnie said:

     i also do not like talking on the phone and would much rather email and text any day.


253. 253
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
     Mean.Mommy said:

     Ditto on the cell phones being plentiful and plenty annoying. Ugh, and to see how many 3rd graders have them! Yeesh, and to think of all we went though as kids!


254. 254
     on April 13th, 2009 at 9:59 pm
     Amy G. said:

     oh what the heck. looks fun.


255. 255
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:11 pm
     CupcakeMurphy said:

     I don’t know what it is but I would just love one.


256. 256
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:23 pm
     Naomi said:

     Bossy just enligtened me. I’ve never heard of such, but it looks cool.


257. 257
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:34 pm
     Laura said:

     Oooh, a new gadget! I want!


258. 258
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:36 pm
     Leslie B said:

     My 8 and 10 year old girls would kill for something like this…probably each other! How very cool!


259. 259
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
     islaygirl said:

     just what i need! another electronic device i can’t live without! EXCELLENT!!


260. 260
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
     Jessica said:

     oooh, I want a mobile email device!


261. 261
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
     Stacy (mama-om) said:

     Is that a keyboard, with buttons that are really, you know, like buttons, not just images on a screen?

     I want it.


262. 262
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:44 pm
     Jaclyn said:

     I have a phone phobia, too. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one Peek looks like something I could be fast friends with.


263. 263
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
     jewelee said:

     Ooo Peek me! Peek me!


264. 264
     on April 13th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
     jeri said:

     I learn so much from you! First the ham seder, now the Peek! What’s next?


265. 265
     on April 13th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
     sugarpie said:

     Oh for God’s sake, Bossy! Cant be bothered to read all 264 comments, but am assuming everyone wants one of these doggone things. I’d much rather hear a review of the rained-out Marianne Faithfull concert.


266. 266
     on April 13th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
     snicketyone said:

     It’s cute and I like the name. I hope I win!


267. 267
     on April 13th, 2009 at 11:28 pm
     earthmother said:

     So glad I took a peek at your blog before heading off to B-E-D. Woot!


268. 268
     on April 13th, 2009 at 11:34 pm
     Maggie said:

     Interesting…hadn’t heard of this before. So it’s no calls, just texts and emails? Hmm. Intriguing concept!


269. 269
     on April 14th, 2009 at 12:14 am
     Bellacantare said:

     Well, isn’t that interesting…


270. 270
     on April 14th, 2009 at 12:36 am
     Rachel said:

     ok, I’ll play!


271. 271
     on April 14th, 2009 at 12:52 am
     Melissa said:

     I want to Peek! Ooh, sounds dirty.


272. 272
     on April 14th, 2009 at 1:18 am
     queenoqueens said:

     I am not technologically inclined, but this might change things. Hate the phone as well….my only worry is….are my fingers small enough to type on this thing?


273. 273
     on April 14th, 2009 at 1:19 am
     Lis said:

     Yes, please…but if I don’t win the Peek, may I have the olives?


274. 274
     on April 14th, 2009 at 1:30 am
     Keet said:

     Golly.
     From
     never-knew-it-existed
     to
     can’t-live-without-this
     in
     about 45 seconds.


275. 275
     on April 14th, 2009 at 5:52 am
     jp said:

     Would be perfect for my parents!!!

     Thx

     jp


276. 276
     on April 14th, 2009 at 7:29 am
     Stickman said:

     This reminds me of my first Blackberry waaaaay back in 2000. It was an email/web only device – no phone. My how the times change. Pretty cool little gadget!


277. 277
     on April 14th, 2009 at 7:32 am
     sevedra said:

     I hadn’t ever heard of this. But I have a 15 year old begging for a phone all the time. So, count me in on the random numberizing.
     Thanks