Dear Phone Company,
I know I just moved and got a new phone number, but please, as a courtesy to your new customers please ask them if they'd want to be on the Do Not Call List and then sign them up for it. Check a box, make a notation, but can you please make adding the new phone number to the DNC Registry one less thing I need to do?
I've been in the new house for a little over a week and vulture telemarketers started calling the day I moved in.
Perhaps you would have a conflict of interest in selling my contact information if you started offering this service, but as the consumer of your service, we should be your focus.
It was easy for me to sign up at the site, but it was just one more thing on my to-do list. Give the option of you handling the enrollment in the Do Not Call List Registry as a value-added service to your valued customers. Send the confirmation to our email address you ask for anyway during account setup and we'll click the "confirm" button from our end.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Just Another Customer With an Option
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Monday, November 30, 2009
And Now What's a Housewife to Do?
What does a housewife do?
I still ask myself that question, and I'm now back to being at home full time with the kids and the new house.
I can say that keeping up with the destruction the kids cause on an ongoing basis keeps me fairly occupied. Then there's the unpacking, organizing, cleaning, laundry, and myriad phone calls needed to start or stop a service for the house.
Now that the holidays are right around the corner (gasp), I get to deal with the shopping for everyone, too. So in between the regular day-to-day tasks associated with keeping a house, I'm searching for the best deals out there for the stuff my family wants--and coming up with creative gifts for those hard-to-shop-for people as well.
So, I think a housewife does EVERYTHING--they make the impossible possible.
I still ask myself that question, and I'm now back to being at home full time with the kids and the new house.
I can say that keeping up with the destruction the kids cause on an ongoing basis keeps me fairly occupied. Then there's the unpacking, organizing, cleaning, laundry, and myriad phone calls needed to start or stop a service for the house.
Now that the holidays are right around the corner (gasp), I get to deal with the shopping for everyone, too. So in between the regular day-to-day tasks associated with keeping a house, I'm searching for the best deals out there for the stuff my family wants--and coming up with creative gifts for those hard-to-shop-for people as well.
So, I think a housewife does EVERYTHING--they make the impossible possible.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Cyber Monday: Shopping Deals & Discounts
Just when you think you survived Black Friday, here's Cyber Monday for you!
I actually enjoy Cyber Monday much more than Black Friday since you can shop fabulous deals from the comfort of your home (or work).
I've found some great discounts and codes for you--perfect gift ideas for this holiday season.
Liz Claiborne is offering 50% off everything and free shipping on orders $50 or more through 11:59 ET 11/29/09. Enter code CYBERFUN during checkout.
Get FREE US shipping with any $25 Benefit Cosmetics order. Enter SHIP2009 at checkout. Offer valid 11.27.09–11.30.09. Not valid with other offers. Excludes sale items & sharpeners. Offer valid one time per customer.
New Nine West doorbusters! TODAY, MONDAY11/30 ONLY, plus shop up to 50% off (select styles).
Receive 12 FREE Samples in an airline approved ULTA bag with ANY $35 online purchase
I actually enjoy Cyber Monday much more than Black Friday since you can shop fabulous deals from the comfort of your home (or work).
I've found some great discounts and codes for you--perfect gift ideas for this holiday season.
Receive 20% off 1 item at ULTA.com - use code 21597 at checkout
Free Shipping On All Orders $25 or More at ULTA.com - Use Code 33069Personalized Frames & Albums Starting at $9.99! Valid thru November 30th at Things Remembered.
Exclusively Online, 11/30 Only!20% off + Free Shipping on $0 from Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime & Athleta. Enter Code MONDAY
Through 12/2/09, Verabradley.com will be offering the popular the Vera and Large Duffel for $40 ! (Regularly priced at $78–$80). This offer is only valid from Sunday 11/29 – Wednesday 12/2 so make sure to take advantage of this great deal!
Take 30% off all sale merchandise at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders!Offer valid through 11/30.
and
Shoe SALE! Take 30% off all regular priced shoes at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders! Offer ends 11/30/09.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Even Moms Need a Time Out
My husband sure does know how to treat a girl right...and for less than $9, too.He jokingly got me the "Mommy Time Out" wine since my kids have made it a personal goal to drive me insane before the end of the month--and they're doing a fine job.
Surprisingly tasty, this wine is exactly what a mom who's on the brink needs.
Black Friday Shopping Deals & Discounts
Welcome to Black Friday!
No need to rush into the stores before the crack of dawn when you can shop from here and save money in the process.
Keep in mind, these deals are for Black Friday (11/27/09) and may extend through the weekend.
Cyber Monday deals will be posted separately.
Happy shopping!
Get FREE US shipping with any $25 Benefit Cosmetics order. Enter SHIP2009 at checkout. Offer valid 11.27.09–11.30.09. Not valid with other offers. Excludes sale items & sharpeners. Offer valid one time per customer.
Nine West Thanksgiving Doorbuster Specials. Ends 11.27.09 at 11am est.
At Vera Bradley:FOUR DAY DEAL: The Vera and Large Duffel for $40!
and
FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more at VeraBradley.com no code required! Valid 11.25 – 12.2.09
Take 30% off all sale merchandise at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders!Offer valid 11/26-11/30.
and
Shoe SALE! Take 30% off all regular priced shoes at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders! Offer valid 11/26-11.30.
30% off ALL Sweaters, Outerwear and More! Online only! Starts 11/26 and ends 11/29.
and
Free Shipping on orders of $50 or more. Available at checkout. Ends 12/15.
$3.50 off any $10 Purchase at Ulta.com - use code 26403 at checkout valid 11/28-11/28/09
and
FREE Hurricane Candle Holders (a $50 Value) with any $30 Fragrance Purchase valid 11/28-11/28/09
and
Free Shipping On All Orders $25 or More at ULTA.com - Use Code 33069 valid 11/28-11/28/09
No need to rush into the stores before the crack of dawn when you can shop from here and save money in the process.
Keep in mind, these deals are for Black Friday (11/27/09) and may extend through the weekend.
Cyber Monday deals will be posted separately.
Happy shopping!
Get FREE US shipping with any $25 Benefit Cosmetics order. Enter SHIP2009 at checkout. Offer valid 11.27.09–11.30.09. Not valid with other offers. Excludes sale items & sharpeners. Offer valid one time per customer.
Nine West Thanksgiving Doorbuster Specials. Ends 11.27.09 at 11am est.
At Vera Bradley:FOUR DAY DEAL: The Vera and Large Duffel for $40!
and
FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more at VeraBradley.com no code required! Valid 11.25 – 12.2.09
Take 30% off all sale merchandise at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders!Offer valid 11/26-11/30.
and
Shoe SALE! Take 30% off all regular priced shoes at Anne Klein. Plus receive free shipping on all orders! Offer valid 11/26-11.30.
30% off ALL Sweaters, Outerwear and More! Online only! Starts 11/26 and ends 11/29.
and
Free Shipping on orders of $50 or more. Available at checkout. Ends 12/15.
$3.50 off any $10 Purchase at Ulta.com - use code 26403 at checkout valid 11/28-11/28/09
and
FREE Hurricane Candle Holders (a $50 Value) with any $30 Fragrance Purchase valid 11/28-11/28/09
and
Free Shipping On All Orders $25 or More at ULTA.com - Use Code 33069 valid 11/28-11/28/09
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
All Moved In
We made it! My family and I have successfully survived a move.
Our new neighborhood is fantastic and we love our new home.
All I can say is if you're planning a move in the Baltimore area, definitely use Marney Kirk of Keller Williams Excellence to help you buy and/or sell. I can't say enough good things about her!
I debated whether or not to spend the money on movers (renting a UHaul truck and doing it ourselves is so much cheaper), but in the end, spending the money on professional movers is definitely money well spent.
I wound up using Baltimore Mayflower and we had the best group of guys possible. We did all our packing ourselves (including finding all the boxes) and they loaded the truck--disassembling our furniture at the old house and reassembling it at the new one--it's a amazing how they can fit an entire house in a truck.
All in all, the move was a success. Our family is happy in our new home and we're having fun getting to know the area.
Our new neighborhood is fantastic and we love our new home.
All I can say is if you're planning a move in the Baltimore area, definitely use Marney Kirk of Keller Williams Excellence to help you buy and/or sell. I can't say enough good things about her!
I debated whether or not to spend the money on movers (renting a UHaul truck and doing it ourselves is so much cheaper), but in the end, spending the money on professional movers is definitely money well spent.
I wound up using Baltimore Mayflower and we had the best group of guys possible. We did all our packing ourselves (including finding all the boxes) and they loaded the truck--disassembling our furniture at the old house and reassembling it at the new one--it's a amazing how they can fit an entire house in a truck.
All in all, the move was a success. Our family is happy in our new home and we're having fun getting to know the area.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Black Friday: Participate or Not?
Black Friday.
Then, in the afternoon, the same news channel typically reports of "mob scenes" and a trampling or two.
It's rumored that you can get a great deal during one of these Black Friday events. Last year I did participate in Black Friday, but there was NO WAY I was getting up in the wee hours of the morning to deal with crowds. Instead, I decided to shop online for the best deal.
Shopping online -- no lines, no wondering if you got the best deal, no crowded parking lines and no one fighting with you or giving you that holly-jolly attitude known as the "holiday spirit".
Many online retailers offer free shipping at the very least for Black Friday, and many more cut prices so dramatically on limited-inventory products to compete with their brick-and-mortar counterparts.
With Black Friday quickly approaching, I'm interested to see who's discounting what and by how much.
The day after Thanksgiving.Watch the news on the night before Black Friday or that morning, and you're usually presented with at least one live scene of a shopping mall or store with a line around the corner. Patrons anxiously anticipating the early opening and bargain basement deals on toys, clothes and other widgets and gadgets.
The unofficial start to the Christmas shopping season.
The day when retailers' books go from being in the red, to the black (negative, to positive).
Then, in the afternoon, the same news channel typically reports of "mob scenes" and a trampling or two.
It's rumored that you can get a great deal during one of these Black Friday events. Last year I did participate in Black Friday, but there was NO WAY I was getting up in the wee hours of the morning to deal with crowds. Instead, I decided to shop online for the best deal.
Shopping online -- no lines, no wondering if you got the best deal, no crowded parking lines and no one fighting with you or giving you that holly-jolly attitude known as the "holiday spirit".
Many online retailers offer free shipping at the very least for Black Friday, and many more cut prices so dramatically on limited-inventory products to compete with their brick-and-mortar counterparts.
With Black Friday quickly approaching, I'm interested to see who's discounting what and by how much.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Sale on Small Tic Tac Tote by Vera Bradley
Through 11/30/09, Vera Bradley is offering you another way to look good while saving money by discounting the price of their popular Small Tic Tac Tote.
This tote is normally $55, but through 11/20/09, you can get this stunning bag for just $19!
The small Tic Tac Tote comes in 16 colors/designs and at $19 each, you can get multiples and not worry about spending too much. (Vera Bradley bags make a wonderful gift.)
Get your Vera Bradley Small Tic Tac Tote now for just $19. Hurry, this special sale ends 11/20/09. (No code required for special pricing.)
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