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Win a Trip to Paris!

2011-06-19T12:54:00.000-05:00

Don't wait an extra minute! Click right on over to the Oh Happy Day blog to enter to win a trip for two to Paris. Plus you have got to see the hotel that is hosting the lucky winner. It is the fabulous Mama Shelter designed by Phillipe Starck.

Grosgrain: SILHOUETTE SD MACHINE GIVEAWAY!!!!

2011-05-17T12:08:00.000-05:00

Want a chance to win a Silhouette SD Machine (oh so fabulous)?!!

Follow the link below:

Grosgrain: SILHOUETTE SD MACHINE GIVEAWAY!!!!

Saving Money on Gasoline

2011-03-09T19:33:00.000-06:00

WOW! Gas sure has risen in price in the last few weeks. I know that we are all looking for ways to save on fuel. I got an interesting email today with lots of tips on saving money at the gas pump. I have no idea if these are true, so let me know via comment if they don't ring true. Also leave a comment regarding what you are doing (if anything) to save on gas.

The Gas Savings Tips

Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground. The colder the ground the more dense the gasoline, when it gets warmer gasoline expands, so buying in the afternoon or in the evening....your gallon is not exactly a gallon. In the petroleum business, the specific gravity, and the temperature of the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, ethanol and other petroleum products plays an important role.

A 1-degree rise in temperature is a big deal for this business. But the service stations do not have temperature compensation at the pumps.

When you're filling up do not squeeze the trigger of the nozzle to a fast mode If you look you will see that the trigger has three (3) stages: low, middle, and high. You should be pumping on low mode, thereby minimizing the vapors that are created while you are pumping. All hoses at the pump have a vapor return. If you are pumping on the fast rate, some of the liquid that goes to your tank becomes vapor. Those vapors are being sucked up and back into the underground storage tank so you're getting less worth for your money.

One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is HALF FULL. The reason for this is the more gas you have in your tank the less air occupying its empty space. Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine. Gasoline storage tanks have an internal floating roof. This roof serves as zero clearance between the gas and the atmosphere, so it minimizes the evaporation. Unlike service stations, here where I work, every truck that we load is temperature compensated so that every gallon is actually the exact amount.

Another reminder, if there is a gasoline truck pumping into the storage tanks when you stop to buy gas, DO NOT fill up; most likely the gasoline is being stirred up as the gas is being delivered, and you might pick up some of the dirt that normally settles on the bottom.

Groupon: Gallery-Wrapped Canvas $45 ($126 .95 value) at Canvas on Demand

2011-02-08T13:43:00.000-06:00

Groupon has a great deal on one of my favorites...gallery-wrapped canvases! Pretty soon I think that every room in my house is going to be adorned with works of photo-art!!

Here's how to take advantage of this offer. Go to Groupon using this link. If you are not already a member--JOIN! Otherwise, you are missing out on some great daily deals. Then change your city to Chicago. Look down on the right hand column and you will see the CanvasonDemand.com deal listed. Because it is an internet deal you don't need to live in Chicago to take part in the super deal!

THIS DEAL IS NOW DEAD! Cookie.com: $10 for $25 Toys 'R Us or Babies 'R Us Gift Card

2011-02-06T12:27:00.002-06:00

This Deal Rocks! Please just follow my link over to this new daily deal site called cookie.com which has an awesome deal going on today in the New York area (but available to EVERYONE) for a $25 gift card to Toys'R Us or Babies'R Us (online or in store--it never expires) for just $10.

Just use THIS LINK to get this wonderful deal!!

Lubbock Real Estate: Wonderful 3/2/2 in Frenship ISD--$111,900

2011-02-01T20:40:00.001-06:00

If you have a friend or family member looking for a home in the Lubbock area, please let them know about this nice home located at 6024 72nd Street that is listed at just $111,900. It has many features that you typically don't see in a home at this price point:

Sprinkler system
RO drinking water
Renovated master and guest baths
Updated light fixtures
New energy efficient 1.5 ton AC system with digital controls
New water heater
Covered patio, great backyard landscaping and herb garden

You can find out more HERE, or simply comment on this posting and I will contact you for a private showing.

Deal Pulp: $1 for a Box of Pre-Loved Kids Clothes from thredUP.com

2011-01-31T16:14:00.003-06:00

THIS is a really neat deal and I can't wait to see what kind of clothes I can get to fit one one of my boys!

It comes from a(nother!) new daily deal site called Deal Pulp.

When you join the site with this link , you'll get a $5 credit. Then just follow the directions below to purchase today's deal which is from an online retailer that sells gently worn children's clothes. You can read descriptions of the boxes of clothes available on their website before you order.

For a $1 investment, I think this sounds like fun. If you only get one thing within the box that you really love then it is still a great deal. Just make sure to use this link to get your $5 credit!

Pick a box of pre-loved kids clothes in the size and gender you need for only $6, and have it delivered to your door for free
The average box on thredUP contains 15 clothing items and includes top brands like: GAP, Carter's. Children's Place, Osh Kosh and Gymboree
At checkout your $5 credit will be added so your total will be just $1!

Quizno's: $2.99 Prime Rib Sub

2011-01-31T13:39:00.000-06:00

Go HERE to fill out a short form and then print your coupon(s). There are 6 different prime rib subs on their menu and you'll have your choice. When you print, make sure to print out one for each person in your family.

Lubbock: A Cup of Yo, Frozen Yogurt $5 for $10 of Yogurt

2011-01-31T13:15:00.000-06:00

My boys and I are suckers for frozen yogurt!! So when I saw THIS DEAL for $5 for $10 of frozen yogurt on Living Social I just had to jump at it!! This yogurt place is one where you fill your own "Cup of Yo" mixing and matching amounts and flavors as you please and adding yummy toppings. When you are finished with your decadent creation, they weigh it. You then pay by the ounce.

Make sure to take advantage of the deal now, because it is only available today!

Zulily: Wrapped Canvas Prints 2 for $29!

2011-01-29T19:11:00.003-06:00

I'm always looking for great deals on wrapped canvas prints--LOVE THEM! HERE is one for you from Zulily! Zulily is a daily deal site like Groupon. So go JOIN right now!! When you purchase the $39 voucher (a $104 value), you will receive a 16 x 20 x 3/4 inch thick gallery-wrapped canvas print, ready to hang, and a bonus 5 x 7 canvas print. This combo would usually cost more than $100! Both prints from your same original image—one to keep and one for Grandma, perhaps?

To save another $10 off your order making this purchase just $29, put the code BABIES10 in as your coupon code. Please note: this offer does not include shipping ($11.95 at time of order and paid directly to Image Canvas) but it is still a terrific deal.

FREE Meal at Pei Wei

2011-01-26T10:46:00.000-06:00

Stop by any Pei Wei location today or tomorrow (January 26-27, 2011) to get a coupon for a free Korean BBQ meal. You can redeem your free meal coupon anytime between January 31 and February 6, 2011.

$25 for $50 of Label Daddy labels on Zulilly

2011-01-20T17:05:00.000-06:00

I love labeling my children's things. Here is a wonderful deal on labels from everything from shoe labels to cute return address labels on Zulilly. Zulilly is a site of deals kind of like Groupon but with children in mind. Go HERE to take advantage of this great deal as well as get on board for future great deals on things for your children.

Lubbock Restaurant Galvan's: Get $20.00 worth of menu items for $10.00 on Living Social

2011-01-05T12:22:00.001-06:00

My family and I love Galvan's Restaurant on 50th Street behind Market Street. It is Tex-Mex and a little bit of down home food. They have great daily specials that run between $3.99-$5.99 including drinks. You will be able to feed a family of 4 for $10.00 with this deal!

CLICK HERE for the link to purchase it today only from Living Social which is a daily deal site like Groupon.

Bath & Body Works: FREE Travel Size Product with any purchase

2011-01-04T17:07:00.000-06:00

HERE is a link to a coupon for a FREE Signature Collection Travel Size Item up to a value of $5.00.

I love these Bath & Body Works coupons! There is a great 75% off sale going on so you can get a great deal here! I usually buy the smallest or best value product to get my FREE item. This coupon doesn't expire until January 26th so you may be able to print a couple and use them on several different trips!

Carino's: Family Platter for the Price of a Single Entree

2011-01-03T20:27:00.000-06:00

Last week I took a friend to dinner for her birthday at Carino's. I happened upon a great deal. On Monday evenings at our location (it probably is Mondays at your location too, but find your closest location HERE and call ahead to ask) you can buy a "Grande" family size entree for the price of a single entree (which is half price). The family size portion easily feeds the 2 adults and 2 children in our family, especially if we add a salad. You will save even more if you call the order in and go pick it up. For example, the Chicken Scallopini Grande family size entree is usually $25.99. On Monday nights you get it for $13.00! What a great meal at a wonderful price!

COUPONS: P&G Home Made Simple

2011-01-03T15:44:00.001-06:00

Click HERE to sign up for a coupon booklet of $35.00 worth of coupons for P&G products.

Organizing Idea: Get a "JUNK" Email Address

2011-01-03T15:39:00.001-06:00

If you love signing up for freebie's and deals online, think seriously about setting up an additional "junk" email address. That way you won't clutter up your "real" email address with lots of advertisements, etc. Setting up a new free email is as easy as going HERE and getting a free account that you can access anywhere and anytime from online.

If you have any questions or comments about this post, feel free to share a comment here!

Dickey's BBQ: $1 Pulled Pork Sandwich Mondays thru Jan. 31st

2011-01-03T15:25:00.001-06:00

Dickey's BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches are just $1.00 (regularly $3.00) every Monday in January through the 31st. There is a limit of two sandwiches per person, so make sure to take your spouse or kids along while ordering!

To find a location near you click HERE.

EVERSAVE: Register TODAY for a $5.00 Account Credit!

2010-12-31T19:26:00.002-06:00

Eversave (use THIS LINK) is a daily saving deal like Groupon. If you sign-up for an account TODAY (12/31) they will credit your account with $5.00. If you wait until tomorrow 1/1/2011 they will only credit you $2.00. There are lots of national deals so don't worry if they don't have your city listed yet. Just pick a close major city!

There is no need to use your credit today. Your credit will not expire and you can use it toward your future purchase.

ARBY'S: FREE Jr. Shake

2010-12-30T13:09:00.000-06:00

HERE is a great coupon for a FREE Jr. Shake at Arby's. Make sure to print one out for each child because it is good for one per customer, per visit! The coupon expires on January 2nd.

Target: 75% Christmas Merchandise!

2010-12-30T12:51:00.001-06:00

I got a call from a friend earlier this morning that Target had lowered all of the Christmas merchandise to 75% OFF! They hadn't marked it yet, but it was scanning at that markdown %.

When you go, look at the stocking stuffer area for great deals. Keep in mind that you may find things that you haven't seen before, because many stores had stock that never made it to the floor. I spoke with a logistics manager this morning who said that he had just brought out 25 pallets of new inventory that was already marked down to 75%. Gotta love it!!

Target: FREE, Almost FREE or Moneymakers

2010-12-29T22:33:00.000-06:00

I just stopped by my local Target to check on how much of their Christmas merchandise was still in the store. Surprisingly, there was a whole lot. I'm waiting for it to go to 75%, which should be any day now, to make my purchases.

I also checked the FREEBIES and was able to score some really great deals!

Olay Bar Soap, 1 pack $0.97
$2.00/1 Olay bar, bodywash, in shower body lotion, or hand and body lotion from PG 12/26

Final Price: FREE (plus overage)

Up & Up Pantiliners, $0.87
$0.75/1 Up & Up Feminine Car Product from Target Store Coupons

Final Price: $0.12

Market Pantry Mini Chicken Sandwiches, $1.99

$3.00/2 Market Pantry Frozen Chicken Items from Target Store Coupons

Final Price: $0.50 ea. when you buy 2

Suave Shampoos and Conditioners, assorted, $0.84
$1.00/1 Suave Hair Product from Target Coupons

Final Price: FREE (plus overage)

Sunday Coupon Inserts

2010-12-29T18:42:00.000-06:00

Several people have asked me where to get additional coupon inserts when Sunday papers are long gone off the shelf. Wal-Mart will sell them until they are gone. So sometimes you can find Sunday papers there throughout the week. You can also get specific coupons on E-Bay. Entire inserts, like last Sunday's Proctor and Gamble insert, can be purchased online at places like THIS.

Happy Couponing!!

Kohls.com: Great CLEARANCE deals

2010-12-28T20:12:00.000-06:00

Kohl's currently has some great clearance deals online at kohls.com. In addition to the great clearance prices use the code TWENTY4U for an additional 20% off your entire order. To top it off, shipping is just .99 per item. Check all the areas but there are some good deals especially in the Men's department. For instance, these Arrow brand men's shirts

are $7.07 including shipping!

As with all good deals, I put things in my cart that were unavailable by the time that I checked out. So go ahead and see what might interest you and get it ordered!

Tissue Tees

2010-12-27T12:54:00.000-06:00

I LOVE tissue tees. I suggest you run--not walk--to Target and stock up before they are all gone. For the last several years they have carried these really thin, almost tissue weight (thus the name), t-shirts in crew neck, short and long sleeves, turtle necks, v-necks, etc. Stores like JCrew also carry them but at a much higher price.

What is so special you ask? Well, the fabric is so soft and lightweight, which makes it an essential layering piece. These especially come in handy in Texas where you want or need an extra layer but not the bulk of a heavier shirt. My sister Catherine, true style guru, even wears them under her pajamas!

I found a neat little video blog about tissue tees that you can find HERE.