Results may vary (or be shaggy)

by Mir | Apr 28, 2008 | Hot Hot Hot!, Product Talk

Being as frugal as I am, at some point along the way I taught myself how to cut hair. Oh, it’s not very hard, really. Watch a hairdresser do it a few times and you’ll be able to do it, too. I’m not talking super fancy cuts, or anything, but you can...

Get it for less at Scholastic

by Mir | Apr 28, 2008 | Hot Hot Hot!

Whether you want books for the kids or are looking for that perfect thank-you gift for a teacher, The Scholastic Store’s got you covered. Check out the Sale Section for the best savings, and also enjoy saving 20% through June 1st, 2008, with coupon code CCMOM08....

More summer fun in the dark

by Mir | Apr 28, 2008 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

This is for anyone who missed out on the firefly lantern deal from earlier…. Check out this light-up kite from Deep Discount. Never flown a kite in the dark? Me either! But it sort of looks like fun! Their price is $12.48 shipped; today only (April 28th, 2008),...

This year, make Mom Flip

by Mir | Apr 28, 2008 | Contests, Product Talk

It’s nearly Mother’s Day, folks. Mama wants a camcorder that fits in her purse. You can buy the Flip Ultra Series 60-minute Camcorder from Amazon right now for $139.99, which—trust me—is a pretty great price for this tiny little powerhouse, but...

Pack light or pay through the nose

by Mir | Apr 28, 2008 | Quick Tips, Travel

Before you take the skies, take everything you don’t need out of your suitcase. The rising cost of gasoline has some of us considering flying over driving for our summer plans—find a fare deal and flying could be cheaper—but you’ll need to pay...