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Suck at math? Target has a great “deal” for you.

Martha Kostyra — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:05:40 +0000

Do you like, totally suck at math, and stuff? Do you also happen to need a bunch of rechargeable batteries to bring life to all the lousy clearance electronics your aunt bought you from now-defunct retailers Linens 'N' Things and the Sharper Image?

Well you, dear numerically-challenged reader, are in luck. Target has just the deal for you...

Curious Usage of the Term “Lower Price” at Home Depot

Martha Kostyra — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 02:28:06 +0000

I made a quick stop by Home Depot today and spotted something rather unusual.

Take a look at the picture below and see if you notice anything... odd.

Light Up Your Christmas Spirit

Martha Kostyra — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:15:29 +0000

Nothing says "I'm celebrating the true spirit of Christmas" quite like a $2 light-up necklace, am I right?

The best part about this totally classy fashion accessory is probably the awesome glamor shot model on the packaging.

Delicious, Crunchy Wild Animals

Martha Kostyra — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:11:48 +0000

It's a total mystery to me why Kellogg's Wild Animal Crunch failed to be a smashing success, but was instead doomed to haunt the aisles of Grocery Outlet, selling at a massive discount of $1.50 per 11 oz. box.

Google: Buy Some Hebrew DVDs

Martha Kostyra — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 18:49:11 +0000

Just had this text ad appear at the top of my Gmail inbox...

That Fresh From the Farm Feeling

Martha Kostyra — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:33:51 +0000

You've always envied farmers and their ability to come home from a long day at work, and just relax in a nice warm bath of cow's milk and unwind. Well now you too can get that feeling, thanks to this "Wholesome Milk Bath" available only at your Ross Dress for Less outlet.

The Wonders of Modern Science

Martha Kostyra — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:05:17 +0000

PetCo apparently has some incredibly skilled (and crazy) genetic engineers on staff. Check out the intriguing pet they're selling (I circled the important area in yellow).

Welcome to Retailtastic!

Martha Kostyra — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:26:13 +0000

Welcome to the new Naked Loon blog Retailtastic, everybody! I love to shop, and I am totally excited about the opportunity to share some of my exhilarating shopping experiences with you all!

Occasionally when I'm out shopping I'll notice something crazy, and I think "wow, I really wish I could tell a bunch of people about this." Well now I can! Lucky you!