Category Archives: Quirky Stuff

Win a Stop & Shop Guaranteed Value Gift Pack

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  Stop & Shop has recently announced a new look and assortment of Guaranteed Value items. You can see from the picture that the line is now in a bright orange and white packaging, making it really stand out on shelves. Each of the packages has a silhouette of the food inside so you can…

Weight Loss on a Budget–Chat with Dr. James Anderson

I don’t believe in New Year’s Resolutions about losing weight. It’s too easy and too depressing to fall off the wagon and revert to your old habits. I do believe in making small changes every day that have a positive impact on your health and life as a whole. If you can maintain those small…

Dancinig Deer Delights

As someone who loves to bake, I’m not all that fond of pre-packaged baked goods. The cookies are always too crispy and the brownies too chewy. But one notable exception is Dancing Deer Baking Co., a local company, whose Molasses Clove Cookies are so chewy and flavorful that I have often selected them over a…

Win Pennsylvania Dutch Noodles for a Year… and a Yummy Recipe

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A recipe for sun-dried tomato cream sauce and a chance to win Pennsylvania Dutch Noodles for a year.

Gift Baskets for People Who Have Everything

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We all have those people on our lists. They have everything they need and the money to buy whatever else they want. It’s hard to shop for them, but you still want to give something special. I think a carefully chosen gift basket is a nice option.

New Sam’s Club App Makes Shopping Easy

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While some people enjoy the “excitement” of heading to the mall for holiday shopping, there are those of us who like a more laid-back approach. I, for one, do almost all of my shopping online. It allows me to compare prices, access items I wouldn’t otherwise find, and save on gas. When Sam’s Club invited…

Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in Boston

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  I saw the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in New York City ages ago. My boyfriend at the time really wanted to take me and I was honestly a bit reluctant. It turned out to be a really amazing show, however, and I’ve always wanted to go back. This year, I have the opportunity to…

Cyber Monday Deals on Gift Guide Items

There are some great Cyber Monday deals on some of the items in our Holiday Gift Guide. Please visit the sites below to shop with a discount! These expire at midnight tonight unless otherwise specified. Barefoot Books Atlas – 20% off and free shipping with purchase of $60 or more Nanoblock – Take a Nanoblock…

Clickit!togiftit! – eGift Cards for Last Minute Gift-Giving

I take a lot of pride in my gift giving. I like to find the perfect gift for each person. Sometimes, though, the perfect gift is a gift card that allows your friends and family to have a special experience or the joy of a shopping trip they couldn’t otherwise afford. And sometimes you’re in…

Win a Four-Pack of Tickets to Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

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Who are your favorite Disney characters? Rapunzel? Jasmine? Pumbaa and Timon? The Queen of Hearts? Tinker Bell? No matter which Disney movies are your favorites, there’s a good chance you’ll see some of the characters in Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove. The show includes all of the Disney Princesses, as well as beloved characters from…