Games that pay you back

by Mir | Mar 29, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

There’s a whole slew of video games at F.Y.E. with rebates, right now. Perhaps the Easter Bunny is thinking of leaving a really nice gift this year…? Who knows! Check out the Wii games with rebates up to $20 back, as well as the DS games with rebates up to...

Twitter pays off

by Mir | Mar 24, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

I guess Toys ‘R’ Us decided to do a promotion via Twitter as a little social experiment. Good for them! Unfortunately, they gave out a code to their followers and it appears to me that anyone can use it. Good for us! Heh. Coupon code Twitterdeal24 will...

Scoop up the savings

by Mir | Mar 23, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!, What to Wear

It looks like a slew of new items have been added to the Company Kids Clearance, including a wide variety of winter gear that’s marked 75% off. I can tell you from past experience that sizes/colors sell out fast, so if you want snow pants or whatever for next...

Yes, LEGO Space Skulls

by Mir | Mar 20, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

At first look, when I saw this LEGO Space Skulls set, I thought it was the dumbest thing I’d ever seen. But then I found myself oddly intrigued. And now I’m trying to figure out if I can justify spending $19.98 (down from $100!) on it to put in the gift...

Summer playing: When to buy

by Mir | Mar 19, 2009 | Everyday Wisdom, For the kids, Questions Answered

The very pretty Kristen writes: Hey Mir, I have a 2-year-old and want to get her some summer/outdoor toys and was wondering if there is a good time of year to buy them and which sites/stores are good for bargains? Is it better to wait until closer to the season (i.e....

Radio controlled ick

by Mir | Mar 17, 2009 | For the kids, Hot Hot Hot!

I don’t like insects. There, I said it. I just don’t. So, personally, I’d like my kid to have a giant remote-control insect about as much as I’d like to stick a fork in my eye. But maybe that’s just me. Anyway, if you’re feeling a...