Did anyone NOT watch American Idol last night?

So, I'm a recent convert to facebook. I converted from rebelling against it and now I'm hittin' google up left and right trying to find a 'facebook addicts' support group. It is WAY too much fun and I've gotten back in contact with tons of old friends. Having dinner on Friday night with a fabulous friend from high school...love meeting pals over sushi! :)

One thing I thought was hilarious last night while on facebook was that 99% of the people on my friends list updated their statuses to read that they were watching American Idol. I'm thinking the only 'show' that will get more viewers will be Obama's inauguration. Our country's priorities...not so sure they are that bad....we need some laughter in this crazy world these days.


First deal of the day... Restaurant.com update: 60% off!! $25 Gift Certificates for only $4!! Use code EXCLUSIVE - Ends 1/19/09.

Anyone as fascinated by Planet Earth as we are? Lots of deals on the series HERE.

Anyone freaked by the Valentine's Day ads everywhere? I'm still in denial that we're not counting down the days to Christmas. Where's that Delorean from Back to the Future when you need to go back in time a bit? Or rather, where's the gadget that can slow time down a little? For those of you who are interested in Valentine's gifts...
$5 off any order of $25 or more at Limoges Jewelry. Enter code SALECLEAR
Valid: 1.1.09-1.31.09

Instead of spending your money on Valentines, I vote that you save your pennies and put them toward a fabulous vacation! ;-)
HOT DEALS at Orbitz:
--Orbitz Winter Cruise Event: SAVE up to 80%! (Exp 2-7-09)
--Orbitz WINTER SALE: SAVE up to 50% on Hotels worldwide! Exp 3-29-09.
--SAVE $400 on 4+nightor $300 on 3 night Bermuda vacations- Promo codes: 4BERMUDA400 or 3BERMUDA300 on Orbitz! Exp 3-27-09

New Years Resolution help from drugstore.com...
--Resolve to lose weight. Save big at drugstore.com.
--Resolve to quit smoking. Save big at drugstore.com.
--Resolve to get fit. Save big at drugstore.com.
--Resolve to go green. Save big at drugstore.com.

Never heard of Wii Ubisoft games, but hey they're buy 1 get 1 free! Worth checkin' out!
Buy One, Get One Free on Select Ubisoft Wii Games

Question of the Day
American Idol ... fan?Oh and this is me :::::waving:::::: to everyone who welcomed me back!!

I'm over shopping in real life...online rules & Menu Plan Monday

WINNERS FROM YESTERDAY: Here are the 3 randomly chosen winners of the Restaurant.com gift certificates from yesterday...CONGRATS! I'll be contacting you. :)
1. Joanne
2. Jennifer
3. Mrs. Langhans

Winners...please email me your full name, the state you live in and the email address you'd like me to email the certificate to. I'll be contacting you in case you don't see the blog this morning. :)


ENTER ONE LAST TIME for another chance to win one of THREE $10 gift certificates to Restaurant.com! This will be the last giveaway. I liked all the fun comments over the weekend so I'm going to apply the same rules...leave as many comment entries as you want on this post (any comment) today by midnight PST as well as a way for me to contact you. I'll randomly choose 3 winners and post them tomorrow. GOOD LUCK!

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Wowsers, I just had a crazy busy weekend. Thank goodness I have a mom who lives a few streets over and wants to watch the baby. I did all the rest of my Christmas shopping over the weekend (which took FOREVER because of the wrap-around-lines to check out), baked 8 wine cakes for the neighbors, went grocery shopping with the 1,283,329 people who were in line with me when I went Christmas shopping, finished decorating the house (I know, kinda late), went clothes shopping for myself (because I haven't done that in a year), ran a bazillion errands and then signed up on Facebook.com. As if I didn't have enough things keeping me on the computer! This Facebook stuff is SO addicting! I've been on for two whole days and have over 100 friends (I know all of them, I promise)...it's amazing how you can reconnect with so many long lost friends. I even reconnected with a few childhood pals that I haven't seen in 22 years! Crazy!

Oh and by the way, I loved all your frugal tips that you left over the weekend!

Before I get to the food, make way for some deals...

For all those New Years resolutions...
--Save $100 on the Proform 775 Crosstrainer Treadmill and get Free Silver Service Delivery at SportsAuthority.com! Ends 12.31
--Save $100 on the New Balance 2500 Treadmill and Get Free Silver Service Delivery at SportsAuthority.com! Ends 12.31
--Take 10% off the Proform Ergo Strider 3.0 Elliptical at SportsAuthority.com! Ends 12.31
--Save $30 on the Spartan Sports 2 in 1 Recumbent Bike & Rower at SportsAuthority.com! Ends 12.31
--Gaiam: Take an extra 30% off already reduced outlet prices for savings as much as 70% off PLUS receive FREE 2-day FedEx upgrade. Offer expires Sunday, December 21. Use promotion code CSFFX at checkout.
--Amazon: Exercise & Fitness Equipment 50% off or more

Take care of your feet when you work out next year...
Buy One Get One 50% Off On Men's, Women's, and Kid's Athletic Footwear From 12.21 to 12.24 at DicksSportingGoods.com!

Free Shipping for the Mom-to-be...
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Ends SOOOOON...
--FREE 2nd DAY SHIPPING + FREE SAMPLE TRIO with any purchase at Prescriptives.com! Just enter code 2NDSHIP at checkout by 3PM ET on Dec. 22.
--Free Gift Wrap with every purchase through Dec. 23rd or while supplies last at Prescriptives.com.
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A little frosting for your wrist...
Up to 40% off on Bulova Watches

Swanky threads...
Armani Exchange: 20%-50% off Select Styles

Mamma loves her some makeup...
Marvelous Makeup at 40% Off or MORE


And now for the FOOD portion of the show...
This is the week for the Crock Pot! We'll be having lots of friends and family over this week so the Crock Pot will be my best friend! Click on the links to view the recipe.

Monday: Lentils & Sausage - EASY Slow Cooker Recipe
Tuesday: French Dip - Another EASY Slow Cooker Recipe
Wednesday: Apple, Cheddar & Turkey Meatballs (The only turkey we're having this Christmas.) - Oh look ANOTHER Slow Cooker Recipe!
Thursday: MERRY CHRISTMAS!! We're hosting Christmas with a Tex-Mex theme! Tamales, Beans, Rice, Jalapeno Corn Bread...mmmmm! The picture to the right is what it will look like.
Friday: Leftovers!

Head over to orgjunkie.com for more fabulous meals!

Question of the Day
Did you go shopping over the weekend?
Do tell me about your experience.
Oh and what did ya buy me?

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Oh and remember...you can leave as many comment entries
today as you want for the giveaway!

Restraunt.com GIVEAWAY - 3 Winners & The FRIDAY Sale!

GIVEAWAY: Because I LOVE LOVE LOVE my readers, here's a chance for 3 of you to win a $10 gift certificate to Restaurant.com! Just leave a comment on this post (any comment) as well as a way for me to contact you. I'll pick a winner after midnight tonight PST. GOOD LUCK! ...and keep coming back because I plan on giving a lot more of these away whenever I post all the way until Christmas!

**If you haven't already...GO ENTER MY LANDS' END GIVEAWAY**

Just bought my Christmas cards yesterday...I'm such a slacker! I wanted to do photo cards, but that just isn't going to happen. I got the CUTEST 'Paper People' cards and personalized the cards with little Christmas people with our names under us, a Christmas tree and presents. SO adorable! Oh and I got 40% off and FREE shipping. You can, too! Go to Expressionery.com and enter SUPER40 at checkout. The free shipping is great, but you're going to need rush shipping now in order to get them in town. Still makes a good deal considering the 40% off and their prices are pretty good to start with. Oh and there are TONS of great ideas for gifts, too!

Thank you all for the fabulous gift ideas for my little Pumpkin Doodles! I'm having a blast looking into them right now! Kids are so much fun!! Thanks again for all the help!! You ladies are pros at this. ;-)

CHRISTMAS MUSIC FREEBIES!!
Every day through December 25, Amazon is unveiling a new holiday song available to download FREE for a limited time!! Check back daily to see what's next! Click HERE.

Now on with the FRIDAY SALE...

Cute top! Can you say New Years Party? It would look adorable with a black skirt or black flowy pants...
XOXO Junior's Ruffle Front Halter
List Price: $39.00
Today's Sale Price: $19.99 - 48% off
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping

The reviews are kind of all over, but hey the price makes it worth a try!
Pike Street Solid 135-Gram Flannel Sheet Sets
List Price: $24.99
Today's Sale Price: $9.99 - 60% off
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping

OHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I WANT THEM! I WANT THEM! I WANT THEM! Holy cow, 1000 thread count! I have sateen sheets and they are AWESOME...just not 1000 tc!
Pike Street 1000-Thread Count Luxury Single-Ply Sateen Sheet Set
List Price: $200.00
Today's Sale Price: $60.99 - 70% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

I've seen the commercial for these and I just think they're cool. This one screams college girl gift...
Dirt Devil Kone Cordless Hand Vacuum - Pink
List Price: $59.95
Today's Sale Price: $30.35 - 49% off
FREE SHIPPING

I love tea! This set not only has the cutest tea pot, but it also comes with tons of fabulous reviews! Great gift idea!
Numi's Bouquet Bamboo Gift Set with Clear Teapot and Nine Flowering Teas
List Price: $33.00
Today's Sale Price: $17.00 - 48% off
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping

I've always wanted to try these...
Caruso Professional ION Steam Hairsetter
List Price: $46.99
Today's Sale Price: $32.99 - 30% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

Not sure if I really care for the watch, but it's a fab deal! Love the tie and the box though! lol
Manhattan Men's Tie and Watch Set
List Price: $125.00
Today's Sale Price: $27.99 - 78% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

Oooooo pretty set! Can steak knives be pretty? Great gift for the chef on your list!
Pinzon 8-Piece Stainless Steel Steak Knife Set With Wooden Storage Box
List Price: $80.00
Today's Sale Price: $29.99 - 63% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

I'm suddenly in the mood for french fries and onion rings...homemade, of course.
DeLonghi Cool Touch ROTO Electric Fryer
List Price: $250.00
Today's Sale Price: $79.99 - 68% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

Awwwww I love these!! What a great find! (There is a 3 piece Spode Hostess set in the Friday Sale, too...go find it.) ;-)
Spode Christmas Tree Pedestal Goblets, Set of 4
List Price: $50.00
Today's Sale Price: $21.99 - 56% off
Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping

Oh Oh Oh I'm going to have a giveaway for this soon!!
SmartShopper Grocery List Organizer
List Price: $149.95
Today's Sale Price: $54.99 - 63% off
FREE Super Saver Shipping

Alrighty, that's all I have time for. There is a LOT more where these came from so if you want to see it all...go knock yourself out! Click HERE.

Question of the Day
What's your favorite restaurant and what do you order there?