A couple of Amazon deals

by Mir | Aug 18, 2009 | Hot Hot Hot!

They’re calling it a “dorm organization kit,” but I think today’s Gold Box Deal is actually well-suited to just about any bedroom. If only it came with a way to get the kids to actually put their stuff away, then they’d really be on to...

I hear the siren song of markdowns

by Mir | Aug 18, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!, What to Wear

Well, we’ve been back to school for a couple of weeks, now, but I finally know it’s the end of summer. How do I know? Well, the first virus came home from school (thanks, kids), and The Children’s Place is finally having their end-of-summer sale....

Addicted to grocery specials

by Mir | Aug 17, 2009 | Groceries, Hot Hot Hot!

I have a confession to make. I think I’m addicted to the “Manager’s Specials” at Amazon. I can’t help it! I’m powerless over a good deal! Where else am I going to find these Ginger-Os for around $2/package after Subscribe &...

Fast food gets fabulous

by Mir | Aug 17, 2009 | Contests

Whoever invented those grocery-store kids’ lunches with the crackers and stuff is probably rich now, right? But if you’ve ever actually purchased one you know that 1) they’re overpriced and 2) they may or may not be actual food you’re okay with...

Convection Junction

by Mir | Aug 17, 2009 | Pimp my kitchen

When we last left off, the installation of my new Frigidaire kitchen appliances had hit a small hiccup. And by “small hiccup” I of course mean “possible disaster.” It took five tries, but I now have a flawless range/oven—it’s a...