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I have a love hate relationship with wrapping paper. There’s nothing like a lovely packaged gift, tied up neatly with the perfect bow and tag. And yet, we literally spend our hard earned cash on items that will wind up in the trash after a frenzied unwrapping. It’s estimated that Americans spend $3.2 billion dollars on wrapping paper, bows, and tags every year. That’s quite a bit of money on trash.
‘Tis the season for holiday snacking. But with the wrapping and the shopping and the decorating and the fa, la, la-ing, there’s not much time left to prepare elaborate holiday dishes. Enter easy these recipes that can be made without much thought or hassle. Whether you need a a sweet treat or a savory bite, check out these three ingredient Christmas snacks to keep your elves happy and full of
Parents everywhere know it to be true at Christmas time and every other month of the year. Toys mate and multiply like rabbits in the middle of the night! Pure joy floods a child’s face when she opens a gift on Christmas morn, but fear strikes in the heart of those who care for the spaces they keep. There are plenty of wonderful gifts to be given that don’t require
The turkey is long gone. The flurry of Black Friday passed. As you head back into a new work week, one question burns in your brain. Is Cyber Monday really worth it or a lot of hype? The answer is complicated. Yes, you can score some fantastic deals on Cyber Monday. But if not careful, you may overspend. These essential Cyber Monday Shopping hacks keep your budget on target with
Looking for all of the Black Friday Info? Don’t miss My Comprehensive Guide to the Black Friday Ads 2017. Whether you choose to shop this Black Friday or not, there are plenty of deals to be had. It’s no surprise, some of the best bets can be found in toys and electronics. But other items are at their lowest price of the year. Read the Top 5 Categories of Black
Probably one of the biggest shopping days of the year, Black Friday turns out shoppers in droves. Don’t get caught lollygagging and miss all of the best deals. These simple strategies can maximize the money you spend. Sign Up for Rewards & Loyalty Programs If you’re going to be spending money, you should definitely take advantage of any rewards programs your store offers. Some of my favorite deals every year are
Black Friday Season is upon us friends! Long gone are the days when you had to leaf through the special edition of the Thanksgiving Day paper to find the best deals. Nearly every major retailers has dropped their ad already. Some began the reveal in late October, even. Most have their specials linked on their site. They may even feature maps to where you can find the doorbuster in store.
Hooray for a season of gratitude! As we gather around the table together, we realize we have so much to be grateful for this year. However. if we’re not careful we fall into traps of overspending at this time of the year. As you do your turkey day shopping, avoid these Thanksgiving budget busters to make the most of the special day! Avoid Overspending on Paper Goods Oh those cute
Oh how we love Veterans! We’re grateful for their service and sacrifice. So many businesses and companies choose to honor these brave men and women every year. If you know and love a Veteran, be sure to share this post with them. Without further ado, check out all of the great Veterans Day 2017 Freebies! Events Parades: In Indianapolis, on Saturday November 11th at noon, don’t miss the Veterans Day
Hang onto your costume hats, friends. We’re about to set a record in the United States. Projections show that collectively Americans will spend a whopping $1.9 billion (with a capital B) on Halloween this year. According to the National Retail Federation, that amount will be spread out over 179 million consumers with an average of $86.10 per person. Obviously some shoppers will spend more and some will spend less, but
