GDA: Office Calendar

Have you gotten your 2010 Office calendar yet? I hope not, because it's down to $7! What a great deal. The hubs and I get a kick out of reading the new quote for the day each morning in the kitchen. So funny!

Do You Love Friends?

Head over to my giveaway blog for a chance to win my gently-used set of Volumes 1-4 of The Best of Friends.

Now that I have all 10 seasons on DVD, I don't need TBOF anymore!

GDA: 1 year of Health magazine $5

You Can Never Have Too Many Lippies

or can you?

Would it change your answer if I told you this is just *part* of my collection?

I'm thinking of working my way through the collection by wearing a different lippie each day. In the process, I'd weed it out (because I have this insane habit of keeping things that don't work for me, just in case I might need them later), and post a review of what I wear each day.

What do you think?

Christmas and Birthday Roundup

My fabulous family took such good care of me on Christmas and my birthday this year. Here are a few of my favorite things.

Coach Earrings from my in-laws

The Hangover DVD from my husband's brother and his wife

Canon 50mm lens for my Rebel from my husband

Pioneer Woman Cooks from my in-laws

Crockpot cookbook from my in-laws

a fabulous Sephora gift card from my husband sister's and her husband- watch for a post on some things I've picked out!

I Am Mad At Every Single One Of You

because not one of you emailed me to tell me I needed to watch The Hangover.

It has now surpassed Wedding Crashers, Swingers, and Old School to become my Most. Favorite. Movie. Ever.

Andy Bernard, Will Tippin, Vegas..... it just couldn't get any better.

If you haven't seen it, rush out and get it and watch it tonight. And that's an order.

I Never Thought I'd See This

Those of you who know where we live- can you believe what we saw on 36th Street yesterday?

This guy skiing down the road...... isn't that the craziest thing you've ever seen?????

Merry Christmas!

Local Gals/Guys

Fisher-Price Imaginext DC Super Friends Batcave

Last night the hubs let the kids write a letter to Santa and The Politician swears this is all he wants for Christmas. (Cutoff for Christmas requests is Dec 10 as far as I'm concerned, but we are slacker parents and didn't do our jobs this year re: Christmas letters, so that cutoff is null and void I suppose.)

Edited to add: Found it! Thanks for all the suggestions!

GDA: King of Queens Complete Series $90

My brother-in-law loved this show and I agree that it's hilarious. This would not arrive by Christmas, but is a great deal if you want to treat yourself!

Are You Rue-la-la-ing?

I've heard so much about Yummie Tummie and their midriff-smoothing tanks.... and today they have a boutique with half-price items on Rue La La - where Members get their most wanted designers at private sale prices. And if you sign up by December 24, they'll start you and I both off with a $10 Credit!

Yummie Tummie says their tanks contain secret minimizing panel shapes entire waistline from bust to hips, visibly taking off inches.

http://www.ruelala.com/invite/sashasays

Someday

The Politician is going to kill me for having this pic.

Look at that face!

His class was playing a game where they passed the present to the next person every time the teacher read the word "the" and he had his heart set on getting the gift he brought! So when he had to pass it on.... he was so disappointed!

Right after this pic, we stepped out in the hall for an attitude adjustment and a good time was had by all. He ended up with a Skippy John Jones book and he loves it.

Have Yourself

"a Merry Little Christmas", said The Politician and The Wild Child.

GDA: $5 and $10 Magazine Subscriptions

Amazon is still doing magazine sales, and a year of In Style is only $10 right now. I LOVE this mag but could never justify the high price... so this is perfect! Merry Christmas me!

And they are still running some $5 and $10 mags. Great gifts if you are a procrastinator like me!

Would You Still Be My Friend?

If I got We Cheer 2 for the Wii my family is getting for Christmas from Santa?

Remember, I was an All-American Drill Team member back in the day.....

Amazon Prime: Only 3 days left to order for Christmas!

Super price on Joey- $5!

M&D Cake is still $10. Super cute!

Product Rave: John Frieda Root Awakening Collection

Last May I posted about the new John Frieda Root Awakening collection that BzzAgent introduced me to and how much I was loving the Nourishing Moisture shampoo and conditioner.

It's now December and I am still using and loving the products and have re-purchased them a number of times! In addition to the Nourishing Moisture shampoo and conditioner, I also using the Health Boosting Detangling Spray on both my daughter and myself and absolutely love it.

If you are looking for some fabulous, reasonably-priced hair products (around $5 at Target) to try, I cannot recommend this enough. I did try one of the other formulas of this product line and did not care for them at all- so I suggest you stick with the Nourishing Moisture formula.

Giveaway at Manicure Mommas!

It looks like I've overbought, and you can benefit from my over-shopping!

I'm going to give away these two Sephora by OPI shades. So pretty- but I don't need two!

One winner will win both shades, both new and unopened.

Sephora by OPI Meet for Drinks (indoor pic)

Sephora by OPI Queen of Everything (outdoor pic)

To enter:

Head on over to Manicure Mommas before Friday at 10 CST!

Making My Way Through My Millions of Mascaras

L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara

I picked this up locally for retail price in Blackest Black.

First, it was sort of greyish. And I just did not like the ball applicator- I ended up with large clumps everywhere and had to go back with an eyelash comb and separate my lashes after using this mascara. I never have to do that!

I have to admit this ended up in the trash- I just couldn't get a good result from it and did not like it at all.

Have you tried it? Did you like it?

GDA: 1 year Oprah Magazine for $5

I don't read this myself, but do you?

GDA: Little House Books

Did you read the Little House books growing up? I did , and wish WC was a little older, and I'd be all over this 9 book set which is only $37!

Makeup Rave: Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF15

Just wanted to give a shout-out and a rave for my new foundation find- Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF15.

I purchased mine for $24.50 at my local Dillard's during a GWP (of course!).

I was noticing that the mineral powder foundation I'd been using was settling in my fine lines and making me look a bit older than I liked. I realized that during the colder, dryer weather, I need a foundation that will give me natural-looking coverage, yet still cover some of the skin inperfections I am seeing as I age (almost 36 y'all!).

After hearing all of my requirements, the Clinique counter recommended Even Better in the shade Cream Whip for me and it's been a great match. I apply it with a damp foundation brush and I absolutely love it. Afterwards, I dust on some mineral finishing powder and I'm shine-free all day. I've been using this product for a few months and have yet to experience a break-out.

GDA: Melissa and Doug Birthday Cake $10

This is super-cute and $10- I ordered this for WC's bday, which is right after Christmas.

GDA: Crayola color Wonder Light Brush $8

I think I paid $13 for this a few weeks ago, and now it's $8. I think I'll average down and order a few more to use as birthday gifts.

This is why I love the internet

I am sure you have heard me go on and on about Curious George and how much I've always loved him. I even did P's nursery in CG back in 2003, even before the new movie came out and the PBS show started and he became such a big deal again.

Of course I broke down the door to Target to get George's new movie, A Very Monkey Christmas when it came out this year. We have watched it over and over and it's absolutely adorable and both kids love it.

Small problem, though. P started singing songs from the movie, but he was singing them all wrong and it was driving me batty! I tried to decipher the words myself, but was having a rough time and feeling like we were "kissing this guy."

George and I are friends on Facebook, so I left him a little note on his wall and asked for some lyrics. And lo and behold, George posted some lyrics for me (and so far 42 people like it!). And maybe the Man with the Yellow Hat did it, but hey, I've got my lyrics!

GDA: PlayFoam Half Price

I've been looking for stuff to do with my kids, who both have sensory issues. This will be perfect!

GDA: Pedipeds

I want these for WC so bad, $23 and free shipping!

Note on Fridge at Work

Gossip Catch-Up

I've been a little out of the loop, but I just read that Jessica Simpson and Billy Corgan from the Smashing Pumpkins are a couple? What?

And also MTV has a new reality show called Jersey Shore about some guidos and guidoettes that is all the rage?

Is the world coming to an end?

Gift for my HTBF dad

Not an exciting bargain, but I was glad to find something to get for my HTBF (Hard To Buy For) dad. I think he'll enjoy this.

I found out my mom is loving Glee, so I am thinking about getting her the DVD, but the deal isn't good enough for me yet. Let me know if you see it on sale!

GDA: Crayola Town Zoo or Construction Sets $5

These have great reviews and look like a great thing to have tucked away for a rainy day. I think both P and WC would have a great time with these. I just ordered both!

GDA: Scene It? Games $8

Scene It? games are only $7.99 at Amazon right now. Choose from Twlight, 80s, Simpsons, and 2 Disney versions.

I've heard these are fun- anyone have them?

GDA: Monty $30 at Amazon

Locals: Good Condition Barbie Jeep $50

I have a friend with a pink Barbie 4 wheeler for sale. It is 2 years old, in good condition and comes with the charger and 2 batteries. The speed is 3.5 mph, and has a 6-volt battery. My friend is asking $50.

Let me know if you want her contact info!

Edited to add: Sold!

GDA: Bugsy Reading System $15

This is a lightning deal and it's only $14.99 now. Hurry! You MUST click on the lightning deal link on the right side of the page to get the special price.

I think P will love it.

Choose Your Own Adventure For the Younger Kids

I have fond memories of being "one of the guys" in elementary school and reading the Choose Your Own Adventure books. I remember my parents taking me to the big bookstore in The City and being so excited to have a new book to take to school to show everyone.

I was so excited to find out that they've created a set of books called Dragonlarks that are simpler in content and intended for the younger kids ages 5-8. If you aren't familiar with Choose Your Own Adventure, these are books that give options from time to time that allow the reader to make a decision and based on what you decide, it will tell you page to go to next.

COYA kindly sent me two titles to read with The Politician to introduce him to the series.

Always Picked Last ($6.99 at Amazon and part of the 4-3 promotion)



Caravan ($6.99 at Amazon and part of the 4-3 promotion)

P and I had a great time with these books. He loved that there were choices for him to make and he would get the funniest looks on his face when we read the results of his decision. He'd be shocked at what happened one time, and just so pleased the next when it was a good result.

Of course, at his age (6) he's not reading anything other than emergent reader books, so I actually read these books to him and let him make the decisions. I am sure as he gets older he'll be reading these on his own and still enjoying them since the story is different each time you read.

I've put the other Dragonlark books on his Christmas list and hopefully Santa (grandma) will bring him some!

GDA: Seinfeld Complete Series- $85

I can't believe how cheap some of these complete series sets are!

Still Shopping....

If P were just a few years younger... perfect for a boy like him who loves firemen.

And don't forget the free Amazon MP3 downloads

GDA: BEARPAW Boots Half Price

Half price should show once you get to checkout... I would be all over this, but I am so hot-natured I'd think they'd be too warm for me!

GDA: Fancy Nancy Christmas Book

Since P has been enjoying the Mater Christmas book I ordered for him last week, I thought WC probably needed a Christmas book too, so I found this one and just ordered it for her. I love Prime! (Have I already told you that?)

GDA: Fisher Price TRIO Kings Castle $24.09

Use code TRIOSAVE to get it for $24.09 with free shipping. Hurry, this will go fast!

B&M Prices: Half off at Kmart for $30 right now, $74.99 at Target and marked down to $59.97 from $74.97 at Walmart.

Dear Target,

WHERE ARE THE 12 PACKS OF DIET POMEGRANATE 7-UP?????

You've been teasing me for weeks with that empty spot on the shelf with a label on there, all ready for the product to go there.

And as much as I'm in Target, I was sure I'd see it. But no..... I swear, you haven't put any out yet.

Please, I am craving it so bad! (And no, the 2 liter bottle just won't do, I don't like 2 liter bottles of pop, I'm weird like that.)

Lylas,

Sasha

GDA: Lost Seasons 1-5 $73 with free shipping!

I love Lost so much, I am so tempted to buy this..... $73 for seasons 1-5! Amazing deal.

It's a Sickness, Really

Here's what I have purchased today from Amazon:

Picked this up for $10 for our a teenage girl in our Operation Santa family our Sunday School is adopting.

It's a Lightning Deal and is still good- click here.

Both teenage boys wanted an MP3 player so I got two of these for $30 each.

Got this one a lightning deal for $20 for WC.

A second Wii remote for the Wii we are giving WC and P for Christmas. What other Wii accessories do we need?

Squee! Glee Vol 2 shipped!

Just got an email from Amazon that Glee Vol 2 just shipped! I can't wait....

GDA: Arrested Development -Complete Series- $28.99

Amazing price- $28.99 for the complete series! And free shipping of course.

If I didn't already have seasons 1 and 2, I'd be all over this. I love this show!

GDA: Britax Marathon $150 + free shipping

Britax Marathon in Hannah- $150 at Target.com and free shipping

GDA: $5 Magazines at Amazon

$5 Magazines are back at Amazon.

1 year of mags like Cosmo, Good Housekeeping, Marie Claire, etc. You can purchase them as gifts and send to another address- super-easy!

GDA: Star Wars Fans

Another half price play doh set.

GDA: Play-doh Burger Builder $10!

This is half price- hell of a deal. Now, I already picked this up for WC at WM on BF, but if you don't have it yet, grab it!

See, this is when you need Amazon Prime- so you can just order one item quickly! That's what I've been doing, and I've been getting about a package each day.

GDA: Bakugan $1.99

Bakugans for $1.99- awesome! I hear there is a limit of 3. Go for it fast!

GDA: Dirty Dancing $4.99

Such a great movie.

GDA: Fisher Price TRIO Castle $49.99

From what I understand, this is a fabulous deal at $49.99. It's $79 at TRU and $59 at Target.

Try using TRIOSAVE for $10 more off.

Giveaway at Sasha Says Giveaway!

Head over to Sasha Says Giveaway for a chance to win one of two full-sized tubes of RoC Deep Wrinkle Night Cream.

On the Hunt For

Rescue Squad Mater

Locals, let me know if you see this in town. Target was out of it, and Amazon doesn't have any reasonably priced ones. It's just the small car, so it should be $7-8.

Thanks!

It looks like P is back on the Car kick again after seeing all the Mater videos on the Disney website (www.disney.com/cars).

I just ordered these books for him. I am loving Prime.

Locals: Up for Trade #2

We also have this Little Einsteins Transform and Go Rocket- really a cute toy- but again, he's too old for it.

For a six pack of Mike's, it's yours!

Edited to add: Claimed!

Local Gals: Up for Trade

We are cleaning out our toys, and P volunteered to let go of his Tigger and Pooh Changing Tree. It's really probably for younger kids, although he was dying to have it for Christmas last year when he was 5.

I also purchased some extra figures to go with it since it only came with a few. We have pretty much all the characters that were available- both regular and SS Darby, both Tiggers, both Poohs, a Buster, Roo, and Piglet. I'm currently search for more, so stay tuned- more figures may turn up.

Let me know, and it's yours if you'll bring me a six pack of Mike's Hard Light Cranberry Lemonade (they have it at Target but not at WM).

By the way, lest you think I'm kidding, I'm totally serious. I promise I'll spend the money I would have spent on the Mike's on Christmas gifts for the kiddos.

Watch for more toy-for-beer trades!

Edited to add: Claimed!

Swagbucks

Are you doing Swagbucks? I am hearing you can earn Amazon $5 gift cards pretty easy. Join in!

GDA: Crayola Glow Station $20

Crayola Glow Station- $20- half price!

WC Says

"Where are all the good Amazon deals today?"

A Few More Amazon Deals

Amazon has Seasons 1-4 of How I Met Your Mother for $60 with free shipping. If I didn't already have 1-3 I'd be all over that!

Amazon also has Uncle Buck on DVD for $2.99. They also have several other DVDs on sale from as low as $3.49. Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or if you spend $25 or more.

Burn After Reading $3.49
The Family Man $3.49
Brick $3.49
You've Got Mail (Deluxe Edition) $3.99
The Princess Bride (20th Anniv Edition) $3.99
The Devil Wears Prada (WS Edition) $3.99
Untraceable $3.99
Heathers 20th High School Reunion Edition $3.99 (LOVE this movie!)
Fanboys $3.99
The Other Boleyn Girl $3.99
Casino Royale (2-Disc FS Edition) $3.99
The Jane Austen Book Club $3.99
The Patriot (Extended Cut) $3.99
American History X $3.99

Free Song Each Day at Amazon

The link below should get you to the 25 free days of Christmas songs from Amazon. Today is Joy to the World by Casting Crowns.

Amazon Free Songs