I just love a license to shop

by Mir | Oct 23, 2006 | Questions Answered

The lovely barbie2be writes: Dear Wise and Lovely Mir, As a member of my company entertainment committee I have been asked to come up with five gift ideas for our company holiday party raffle. My first thought was of that portable DVD player that you posted about but...

Kiss My Face (for less!)

by Mir | Oct 23, 2006 | Hot Hot Hot!

No, don’t kiss my face; I have no idea where you’ve been. Let’s just wave at each other. Thanks to Jill for alerting me to the current Kisses For a Buck or Two promotion at Kiss My Face. Periodically they drastically reduce items that are either...

Get hooked on phonics for less

by Mir | Oct 23, 2006 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

As annoying as the commercials are (“Hooked on Phonics worked for ME!”), the Hooked on Phonics materials do enjoy quite a following. But if you’ve checked out their website, you know the prices are not cheap. Been wanting to get Hooked, without...

Stock up on groceries at Amazon

by Mir | Oct 21, 2006 | Groceries, Hot Hot Hot!

Did you notice there’s another grocery deal at Amazon right now? Through November 30th, 2006, use coupon code GROCERY3 to save $10 off your $49+ order, instantly. They carry a huge variety of brands, all with free Super Saver Shipping over $25. Lots of stuff is...

Freebie for short survey

by Mir | Oct 21, 2006 | Hot Hot Hot!

Go do this survey and receive a free compass/whistle/keylight. Maybe it’ll come in time to stuff into someone’s stocking! I just plan to toss it into the middle of the floor and let the kids duel it out for it. I think that’s fair....