Who’s a good pet owner? You are! Yes you are!

by Mir | Jun 12, 2008 | Hot Hot Hot!, Pets

I don’t currently have a pet. Well, unless you want to count the lizard who lives on our deck. And I don’t count him, because no matter how many times I say to him, “Bob! Good to see you!” he remains cold and aloof, because it turns out that...

For the cooking freshman

by Mir | Jun 12, 2008 | Hot Hot Hot!

Whether you’re a newbie chef or just looking to supplement your kitchen, today’s the day to check out the Cooking 101 sets at Linens ‘N’ Things. They’re $19.99 $14.99 apiece, but buy one and the second one is half price—plus your...

Never leave hippies in charge of the coffee

by Mir | Jun 12, 2008 | Retail gone wrong

So, yesterday I was perusing the grocery clearance items at Amazon which I’d linked to, because after I post a deal like that I often go in and do a bit of shopping, myself. And then I stumbled across this little item. I cannot imagine why it’s on...

Winner of the Hello Kitty contest

by Mir | Jun 12, 2008 | Contests

The competition was fast and furious… er, well, the competition was plentiful, anyway. I don’t know if any race for Hello Kitty can be called fast and furious, really. Maybe fluffy and adorable? Whatever. The contest to win Tropical Hello Kitty and a...

Don’t forget the Thursday Morning Markdown

by Mir | Jun 12, 2008 | Hot Hot Hot!, What to Wear

It’s a Swift River cardigan sweater, over at LL Bean. Today only it’s just $14. Choose from three colors. While you’re there, you may want to take a look at the book packs on sale—get a jump on school shopping, maybe. (I finally broke down and...