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Too Broke For Turkey? Top Tips For A Cheap Thanksgiving

Jennifer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:42:19 +0000

Has the economy bit you hard this year? You’re not alone. Thanksgiving is a great holiday but a big spread of food can really set you back. Fortunately there are ways to put a turkey and the trimmings on the table without going broke. Keep in mind, if you are truly poor, first try to find a free turkey or free holiday meal – usually these are offered by churches, the Salvation Army, food banks, civic groups, etc. Certain places may require proof of low income. Again, this is only for those who are genuinely poor; don’t take advantage of charity if you don’t honestly need it.

Now, assuming you do have a few dollars to spend on your meal, here are some great ways to save:

First, find the bargains. One of the best overall deals is at Wal-Mart, where they are selling a "$20 Thanksgiving feast" that feeds eight. The recession-busting deal includes:

One 12-pound Grade A turkey, 40 cents a pound at most Wal-Mart stores (Prices and availability may vary in AK, HI, OK, NM, WI)
Three 11 to 15.5-ounce cans Green Giant vegetables
Two 14-ounce cans Ocean Spray cranberry sauce
Three 6-ounce boxes of Stove Top stuffing
One 5-pound bag of red potatoes
One 12-count package of Sara Lee dinner rolls
One 22-ounce pumpkin roll cake

Limit two turkeys per customer; weights and brands vary by store. Find your nearest Wal-Mart: Store Locator

Wal-Mart is not your only choice; there are other discount groceries such as Aldi Foods: Store Locator

Aldi’s turkeys cost more than Wal-Mart’s, but their side dishes are very cheap. Check out any other discount grocers in your area, and comparison shop all the sales fliers you get.

No matter where you buy your Thanksgiving food, there are numerous other ways to keep your costs low:

Don’t do it all yourself! Make it a potluck and have each guest bring a different dish.
Make a list and stick to it tightly. Supermarkets are hoping you’ll be tempted to buy lots of unnecessary items while you’re there for the turkey. Don’t succumb.
Prune the menu. Do you really need that many side dishes?
Check online for coupons for the items on your shopping list, such as cranberries, pumpkin, etc.
Ask yourself: do you really need to generate a refrigerator’s worth of leftovers? Too often people throw out leftovers instead of finishing them. Make a realistic estimate and don’t buy more food than that

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Lowe’s Free Build and Grow Clinics for Kids

Sunnie — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:53:09 +0000

Free build and grow clinic for the kid’s at Lowes. Clinics are being held nationwide this Saturday, November 21st from 10-11am. Also December 5th and 12th. It’s easy to sign up. Pick which clinic you would like to attend choices are Snowman, Gingerbread House or Christmas Ornaments. Select the number of children you will have in attendance. Then you will be prompted to submit a short on-line registration form to reserve your spot. Limit 10 kids per e-mail address and this is recommended for kids from 1st to 5th grades. The first 50 kids that show up on time (10 am) will receive a free kit, apron and goggles!

What a great alternative from the hypnotizing Saturday morning cartoon routine. Get the kids geared up for the Christmas season by making fantastic keepsakes. Fun for them a treasure for us!

Mark writes:

I wish I was off this Saturday, so I could take my nephew to this Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. I think he would love to build a snowman and then in a couple weeks, make a gingerbread house. Hopefully my sister and brother in law will take him, instead of watching cartoons all day like Sunnie said.

Expiration Date: 12/12/2009

Lowe’s Free Build and Grow Clinics for Kids

eHarmony Free Weekend Communication Special

Mark — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:36:56 +0000

eHarmony.com is offering Free Communication Weekend until November 22, 2009. No Obligation or Cost and No Credit Card needed. They match you when you use 29 Dimensions of Compatibility. It’s free to receive and review matches. eHarmony uses Scientific Matching with rigorous relationship research and 35 years of Clinical experience.

I see the eHarmony commericals on TV, while at work on break. It’s seems so much easier than going to a bar or nightclub to find your soulmate or the one you’re meant to be with. If you’re a die hard romantic but too afraid to show it, here is your chance to try it risk free.

Expiration Date: 11/22/2009

eHarmony Free Weekend Communication Special

Restaurant.com GIFT Discount – 70% Off

Mark — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:16:56 +0000

Restaurant.com is offering 70% Off, Dinner of the Month Club and $25 Gift Certificates. Use Coupon Code: GIVE. Their $25 Gift Certificates usually costs $10, but with this discount, you only pay $3. There are over 13,000 restaurants nationwide to choose from. Customers have saved over $100 million with Restaurant.com Gift Certificates.

I should have bought some of these gift certificates before I went to New York and California in April. I could have tried all different kinds of cuisine, that I can’t find in Hawaii. I could have tried Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. I could also compare the difference between Chinese Food in Hawaii, California and New York, the taste and way they cook food.

Expiration Date: 11/22/2009

Restaurant.com GIFT Discount – 70% Off

Another Gap Discount – 25% Off

Mark — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:48:59 +0000

Gap is offering 25% Off Regular Priced merchandise. Use Coupon Code: GIFT123. Gap is offering Free Shipping with $50 orders. This discount is online exclusive and certain restrictions apply. Some exclusions are Gap Product RED, Stella McCartney for GapKids/ babyGap and Converse.

I need a new pair of jeans, because it’s getting a little cold in Hawaii, but not as cold as California and the rest of the US. When I was in California in October, it was in the 50’s and I was cold. I don’t know how people can handle when it gets into the 30’s and snow. I wish I could play in the snow and go snowboarding, but I would have to fly to Utah or Canada.

Expiration Date: 11/22/2009

Another Gap Discount – 25% Off

Smartbargains Double Coupon Special

Mark — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:25:27 +0000

Smartbargains.com is offering 22% Off instead of 12% Off and Free Shipping with $100 orders for New Customers. 10% Off and Free Shipping for All Customers, instead of Free Shipping with $75 orders. Luxury Sheets, Home Decor, Outerwear, Luggage and AeroBed Mattresses are available with this discount. See Site for more details.

I can’t wait to get some new Luggage, because I like to travel and my old suitcase is falling apart. My 2 handles are shredding apart and something sliced my outside pocket. I better hurry and take advantage of the 22% Off and free shipping discount, before I fly to California and Hilo.

Expiration Date: 11/20/2009

Smartbargains Double Coupon Special

Entertainment Book Discount – 20% Off and Free Shipping

Mark — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:38:23 +0000

Entertainment.com is offering 20% Off their 2010 Entertainment Books. They are also offering Free Shipping with all orders. Another Hot Deal is each additional book is only $20. Entertainment has been around for 50 years and have 3 ways to help you save money.

This would be a great christmas gift for your loved ones, because it will help them save money. The book prices ranges from $35 to $50. If you buy more than one book, you could save up to 50% Off each additional book. That is more bang for your bucks. You could also get books for when you take a family vacation to Hawaii.

Expiration Date: 11/24/2009

Entertainment Book Discount – 20% Off and Free Shipping

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Free Taster’s Choice Gourmet Single Coffee Sample

Jennifer — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:01:13 +0000

Get a free sample of NESCAFÉ Taster’s Choice gourmet coffee single-serve varieties. To receive your complimentary sample pack, enter your email address at their site. Offer good in the US only. Offer valid only while supplies last. Limit one sample pack per person and maximum two samples per household or address. Flavors: Original, 100% Columbian, Hazelnut, Vanilla and Decaf.

Usually I don’t love instant coffee. My kind of coffee is strong enough to make your spoon stand up. But hey, this instant stuff is free and the flavors sound good. This would be nice to stash away at the desk for those days you are so rushed that you forget your coffee. I know I can’t get my day started without that caffeine rush.

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Vision Direct Black Friday Discount – $20 Off

Mark — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:28:25 +0000

Vision Direct is offering $20 Off $100 Contact Lens Orders. Use Coupon Code: BLACKFRIDAY09. They also have free shipping on $99 orders and 105% Price Guarantee. Vision Directs has Acuvue, Bausch & Lomb, FreshLook and Soflens.

I like that I get 5% cash back for my contact lenses. It saves me time and money, because I don’t have to drive to my optometrist’s office or Costco to get my contacts. I can get it mailed directly to my house and qualify for rebates to save more money.

Expiration Date: 12/1/2009

Vision Direct Black Friday Discount – $20 Off

Gap Give And Get Discount – 30% Off

Jennifer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:14:27 +0000

Get 30% off all purchases in-store at Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy. Plus, 5% of your purchase amount will be donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Offer valid in-store only and expires on 11/15/09. Use the coupon as many time as you want before it expires. Certain restrictions apply, see store for details.

Well, I know where I will be this weekend…out scoring some bargains! This is the perfect time for some early holiday shopping or just to stock up on useful things for myself like jeans (Gap) dress shirts (Banana Republic) or sweaters (Old Navy). And there’s always gloves and socks to replace the ones I always lose.

Expiration Date: 11/15/2009

Gap Give And Get Discount – 30% Off

Free Huggies Little Movers Diaper Sample

Mark — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:02:23 +0000

Get a free sample of Huggies Little Movers Diapers. It’s available in size 3, 4 or 5. Little Movers are shaped to fit toddlers and babies as they play and move. Huggies is also available in Little Snugglers, Overnites, Pure & Natural and Snug & Dry.

I wish they had these Little Mover diapers a couple years ago, when my nephew was younger. He was really active and like to move around a lot. These diapers would fit his body better than the regular Kirkland Signature diapers. I was worried that his poop might fall on the carpet.

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Free Huggies Little Movers Diaper Sample

Walgreens BHEALTHY Discount – $10 Off

Mark — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:24:27 +0000

Walgreens is offering $10 off $40 orders. Use Coupon Code: BHEALTHY. They have Beauty, Baby, Electronics, Personal Care, Home Medical products and Photo Center. Walgreens offers free shipping with $50 orders. Walgreen sells As Seen On TV products and their private brand products.

Walgreens has a Health Info page on there website that gives great details about diabetes, high blood pressure, flu and many other subjects. You can get your flu shots at certain Walgreens that have a Take Care Clinic located inside. I don’t think I am gonna get a flu shot this year, because the last time I got the shot. I just happened to get sick and I don’t feel like staying home and not being able to do anything.

Expiration Date: 11/14/2009

Walgreens BHEALTHY Discount – $10 Off

Free 7 Day Bally Total Fitness Guest Pass

Mark — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:23:58 +0000

Get a free 7 Day Guest Pass to Bally Total Fitness. Bally has over 300 locations nationwide. They offer pilates, martials arts, personal training and many different exercise machines. Bally has memberships for every budget and every lifestyle.

I still need to get into shape, because I am too lazy to go to the gym. I feel ashamed, when I go to the gym and see all these people in shape. I still have to try P90X, but am afraid of how sore, I will be the next morning. Maybe, I should just join 24 Hour Fitness or the YMCA and start living healthy.

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Free 7 Day Bally Total Fitness Guest Pass

Free GNC Sun-Rype Fruit Source Bar Sample

Jennifer — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:31:25 +0000

Get a free Sun-Rype Fruitsource nutrition bar from your nearest GNC. There is also a coupon for $2 off a box of 15 Sun-Rype bars. These bars are 100% fruit, all natural, and no extra sugar. They come in flavors such as strawberry, blueberry-pomegranate, and raspberry.

I’m a fruit addict. I just love fresh fruit but sometimes that’s not a convenient option. These fruit bars count as two servings of fruit and they’re good anytime, anywhere.

Mark writes:

My dad bought this from Costco and I ate the Strawberry and Blueberry-Pomegrante flavors and eat it like fruit roll ups. This helps me with eating a little healthier than I normally do.

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Free GNC Sun-Rype Fruit Source Bar Sample

Free Dentek Triple Clean Floss Pick Sample

Mark — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:17:36 +0000

Get a free sample of Dentek Triple Clean Floss Picks. This pick does 3 jobs with one tool. Floss with fluoride coated, deep-cleaning micro-filament floss. A textured pick to get rid of food between teeth and scrape plaque off teeth. A tongue scrapper to clean and leave a mint taste.

I can’t wait to try this because it will help keep my mouth feeling fresh. It’s easier to get this, then pay more and buy a tongue cleaner, toothpicks and dental floss. Less mess with Dentek Triple Clean Floss Picks, after use, just throw it away. I don’t have to worry about how to keep my tongue cleaner sanitary, because of Dentek.

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Free Dentek Triple Clean Floss Pick Sample

Free Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Cream Sample

Sunnie — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:03:47 +0000

Get a free sample of Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Sun Damage daily eye cream from Walmart. This eye cream has an SPF of 15 and helps reverse the signs of sun damage around the eye area. This product can be used daily and all year long with skin nutrients including vitamin C, lycopene and magnesium.

Garnier is a line of quality products for skin care to hair care. We’ve used their hair care products with fabulous results. At an affordable price point, it’s definitely worth sampling and purchasing.

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Free Garnier Nurtitioniste Skin Renew Cream Sample

10 Things Parents Should Teach Their Kids About Money

Jennifer — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:55:58 +0000

Yes, it doesn’t grow on trees…but there’s a lot more to tell kids about money. Get your children on the right foot early in life and establish thrifty habits that will always serve them well. Here are ten tips:

1. It’s never too early to start learning about money. Even a preschooler can be told there is such a thing as a job. I remember explaining to my young son about how Mommy and Daddy needed to go to their jobs, because we earned money to pay for food, clothes and toys for him.

2. Ben Franklin once said, "a penny saved is a penny earned." Start a savings habit early. A good old-fashioned piggy bank is a fun teaching tool. Give your child a goal – a special toy or treat to save up for, and help him or her track the savings.

3. Teach them how to curb spending. Take your kids grocery shopping and show them how you compare prices and use coupons. Bring a calculator so they can keep a running total and see if their numbers are accurate when you reach the cashier.

4. Tie allowances to chores, so your kids earn their money and get an understanding of the rewards of work.

5. Have family meetings to talk about family finances (e.g., paying for the house, food, gas, vacations, etc.).

6. There’s no such thing as a free lunch. Kids may not realize that pizza delivery and restaurant meals cost your hard earned cash. Point to the prices on the menu, show them the bill at the end of the meal, and explain how tips and taxes are added to it. They may be amazed at how much it costs to eat meals out.

7. Turn a bank trip into a learning experience. Teach the kids that money doesn’t just magically spit out of ATM’s for free, it comes from your paycheck and goes into the bank before it comes out of the machine. Inside a bank, explain what they do; show your safe deposit box too, if you have one.

8. By the time a kid is in high school, he or she should have, and know how to use, a savings account and be taught how to use checking accounts and ATM’s.

9. Ben Franklin also said there is nothing certain in life except death and taxes. When they’re teens, show your kids how to fill out a simple tax return such as the IRS EZ form.

10. Knowledge isn’t cheap, if you want college credit for it. Kids need to prepare for the cost of college; go on www.collegeboard.com or other sites with your kids to research and plan for the costs of the colleges they may want to attend.

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Applebee’s Veteran’s Day Special

Sunnie — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:51:25 +0000

Veteran’s and active duty military eat free at Applebee’s on Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2009. From open to close at any participating location choose either Three-Cheese Chicken Penne, Fire Pit Bacon Burger, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Chicken Tenders Platter, 7 oz. House Sirloin or Oriental Chicken Salad. Proof of military I.D. (check the blue box on the link to this freebie for acceptable military ID) is required and tax and gratuity are not included.

My father’s a veteran and I think I’ll have to take him out to dinner on me and Applebee’s on Veteran’s day. With these delicious menu choices my dad will have no problem choosing a delicious entree for dinner. A win win for both of us, great meal for Dad at half the cost for me!

Expiration Date: 11/11/2009

Applebee’s Veteran’s Day Special

Free Lysol Healthy Habits For Kids Activity Booklets

Jennifer — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:15:08 +0000

Get free downloadable (or mailed to you) activity booklets that teach kids how to wash their hands and avoid germs, eat properly, brush their teeth and stay safe. These booklets have puzzles and games to make it fun for kids to learn, plus a cute dog mascot named Scrubs. The booklets are offered by the makers of Lysol in conjunction with the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).

Sounds logical that the Lysol folks want to teach us how to avoid germs. And with flu and H1N1 a big concern now, especially in schools, this is timely advice. It’s sound, basic stuff like telling kids to wash their hands after sneezing and before eating. The free publications don’t push Lysol products; they seem pretty objective and it helps to have a respected nurses’ organization involved.

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Exclusive Vision Direct Discount – $20 Off

Mark — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:35:14 +0000

Vision Direct is offering $20 Off $100 contact lenses orders. Use Coupon Code: OPTICAL20. They offering Free Shipping with $99 orders and 105% Price Guarantee. Vision Direct has a cash back of 5% on every purchase. Acuvue, CIBA, Bausch & Lomb and FreshLook are some of the top brands that Vision Direct offers.

I better hurry and order some color contact lenses, because I am running low. With their auto reorder program, I will get my contacts mailed to me, so I don’t have to worry about going to Costco to order more contacts. That helps me save time, money and gas.

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Exclusive Vision Direct Discount – $20 Off

Boston Market $1 Real Chicken Meal and Coupons

Jennifer — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:14:24 +0000

Get a 3 piece dark chicken or quarter white chicken meal with mashed potatoes and cornbread at Boston Market for only $1. Good through 11/1/09. Taxes extra. Also, through 11/28/09, get coupons for $1 off one meal, $2 off 10 purchase, and $4 off a $20 purchase. Find your nearest Boston Market here.

An entire meal for only a buck? Holy cow…er, I mean, chicken. What a great deal for a quick meal out this weekend, and it’s a full serving, not just a small sample size portion. Plus you can always use the other coupons later.

Expiration Date: 11/1/2009

Boston Market $1 Real Chicken Meal and Coupons

Sears Halloween Free Mattel Toy – $5 Off Coupon

Jennifer — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:17:16 +0000

On Oct 31st, bring your child dressed in their Halloween costume to the new Sears Toy Shop and receive a FREE Mattel toy, while supplies last. Also, print out the page for $5 off $20 toy purchase for regular priced merchandise in store only.

I don’t know what sort of toy they’re giving away, but the important thing is, it’s free. So if you can, swing by the mall at stop in Sears before or after you take your child hunting for candy. The toy will be a nice extra little treat and it won’t cause cavities.

Expiration Date: 10/31/2009

Sears Halloween Free Mattel Toy – $5 Off Coupon

White Castle BOGO Cheeseburger Sliders Deal

Jennifer — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:45:22 +0000

White Caste is offering buy one Cheeseburger Slider, Get One Free. Get their signature burger with cheese, steamed onions and pickle, with this printable coupon. Besides burgers, they have french fries, chicken rings and onion rings. You can also find White Castle products in the Freezer section of your nearest Grocery Store.

White Castle burgers are small, so it’s a good idea to get two of them to fill yourself up. Regrettably, there aren’t any White Castles in my area so I’ll leave this for others to enjoy.

Mark writes:

I always wanted to try White Castle burgers, because I love to eat hamburgers. I seen White Caste on Ugly Betty and Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle. When I go to California or Las Vegas, I have to make a stop to In and Out Burger, just to satisfy my burger craving.

Expiration Date: 10/31/2009

White Castle BOGO Cheeseburger Sliders Deal

Free Taco Bell Black Jack Taco Sample

Sunnie — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:29:51 +0000

Get a free Black Jack Taco at Taco Bell on Halloween from 6pm until midnight or while supplies last. Just stop on in and ask for yours, if that’s the only treat you require then no purchase is necessary, no tricks. Limit 1 free taco per guest, so bring a car full of your little ghosts and goblins and get in line.

We love Taco Bell and my husband has tried the Black Jack taco. He gives it two thumbs up for taste and originality. I give the price this freebie two thumbs up for saving my budget and filling my tummy.

Mark writes:

I can’t wait to get my free black jack taco on Halloween. I seen it advertised on the tube and it looks good. I don’t know if i should dress up as a New York Yankees baseball player or as a Chef? What is everyone going to be for halloween, this year?

Expiration Date: 10/31/2009

Free Taco Bell Black Jack Taco Sample

Site Problems Resolved

Dean — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:40:24 +0000

Sorry everyone, the website was having some problems and some links on the site were not working properly.

I have resolved this issue but please let me know if there are any problems.

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Free bareMinerals Gift Set – $44 Value

Sunnie — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:32:04 +0000

Get a free 4 piece bareMinerals gift set with any $44 bare minerals purchase. Your gift includes prime time eye lid primer, natural lip gloss in wild honey and full size bare minerals wild beauty eye color all in a handsome travel case. Any bareMinerals product qualifies for the free gift, which is valued at $44. This offer is good online and in-store, expiring on 10/31/09 or while supplies last.

It’s no secret that ULTA is one of my absolute favorite stores for anything and everything beauty. bareMinerals is the originator of the mineral make up craze and with that honor there’s a price tag that comes with it. With a freebie and the already reduced ULTA price, it’s worth the splurge to try a faithful stand by and try something new.

Expiration Date: 10/31/2009

Free bareMinerals Gift Set – $44 Value

13 Vampire Energy Sucking Devices In Your Home

Jennifer — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:43:35 +0000

Did you know there are vampires in your home right now? This is not a Halloween story. It’s real. They are sucking the life out of your household energy budget. I’m talking about energy vampires, the gadgets and appliances that drain your electricity and your wallet even when you are not using them.
There are so many devices that have a standby mode, which means they use up energy even when turned off. Vampire power can cost you up to 10% of your electric bill. In fact, on a national basis, standby power accounts for more than 100 billion kilowatt hours of annual U.S. electricity consumption and more than $10 billion in annual energy costs.

The first challenge is to identify products that draw standby power. Here are clues to recognizing products that draw power continuously:

    * Remote control
    * External power supply
    * Digital display, LED status light, or digital clock
    * Contains a battery charger
    * Has soft-touch key-pad

A product with one or more these features will have standby power use; however, other products won’t have any of these and may still have standby. The only way to be sure is to measure them with a meter.

Here are the 13 worst energy suckers, followed by ways to drive the proverbial stake through the heart of their vampire-like behavior:

1. Set-top box for TV (such as a DVR, VCR or cable box)

2. Television – rear projection and plasma TV’s are the worst offenders

3. Desktop and laptop computers

4. Audio systems – powered subwoofers are the biggest energy suckers

5. Printers and scanners

6. CD and DVD players

7. Cordless telephone

8. Fax machine

9. Wireless router

10. Microwave oven

11. External USB hard drive

12. DSL modem

13. Computer monitors

EASY WAYS TO SLAY THE ENERGY VAMPIRES

Use a power strip as a central "turn off" point when you are done using equipment, which completely disconnects the power supply. You can use one for your computer and all peripheral equipment, and another for your home electronics (TV, VCR, DVD, stereo, gaming). Keep in mind, however, that if you’ve set a timer to wake up a product, such as programming a DVR or VCR to record a program, then the product must remain plugged in (and able to draw standby power) to function as intended.

Unplug your chargers: cell phone chargers, camera chargers, battery chargers or power adapters, etc. These are drawing some amount of energy even when not in use (and even when not connected to an end-use product).

Buy low-standby products if you can find them. Look for products labeled Energy Star, which means they meet certain government guidelines for energy savings. Get more help from the U.S. Dept. of Energy at: www.energystar.gov

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Free Kentucky Grilled Chicken Sample

Jennifer — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:52:39 +0000

Get a free piece of grilled chicken from KFC on 10/26/2009 – and they hope that this time, there won’t be any problems to squawk about. You may remember KFC had this giveaway in May. The chain was overwhelmed with responses, and some stores ran out of chicken and they gave out rainchecks instead. Click here to find your nearest KFC restaurant.

Grilled chicken was introduced only this year at KFC and already it accounts for more than 30 percent of sales. If you haven’t tried it yet, here’s your chance to do it for free and see if it’s worth all the fuss.

Mark writes:

This would be great, if it was valid in Hawaii, because the last time, the Oprah effect, took over everyone got a free meal, except me. I would love to try it, but I really go to KFC for their original recipe fried chicken, biscuits and hot wings.

Expiration Date: 10/26/2009

Free Kentucky Grilled Chicken Sample

Golfsmith 20% Off Discount and Cash For Clubs

Mark — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:44:17 +0000

Golfsmith.com is offering 20% Off a single Non-Club Item of $50 or more. Use Coupon Code: EPS940TWE. They are also having their Cash For Clubs trade in program. Golfsmith is taking all clubs, no matter how old and condition they are in.

I have 3 sets of golf clubs in my house. I have 2 set of Pings and a Adams set. This would be a good way to get rid of my old clubs, that i don’t use anymore. Too bad, there is no Golfsmith in Hawaii. I think I might order a SkyCaddie or a new Golf Bag with this discount.

Expiration Date: 10/25/2009

Golfsmith 20% Off Discount and Cash For Clubs

Walgreens HOTDEAL $10 Coupon

Mark — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:38:53 +0000

Walgreens.com is offering $10 Off $30 orders. Use Coupon Code: HOTDEAL. Free Shipping with $50 orders. Walgreens also has 20% Off Halloween Costumes until 10/27/2009. Use Coupon Code: PUMPKIN. Walgreen has online photo service, health products, groceries and personal products.

Walgreens is a one stop shop, that you can find everything you need. This past April, when I was in Sacramento, California, I need to buy some supplies for Dharma School. I went to Target, which was closer, but was closed because it was Easter Sunday, Lucky for me, a couple blocks down the street, Walgreens was open.

Expiration Date: 10/21/2009

Walgreens HOTDEAL $10 Coupon