Posts under ‘Shopping’

Grabbing your somewhat cumbersome diaper bag as you leave the house can be a hassle – especially when you are just going out for a short time. For a limited time with the purchase of any Pampers Big Pack (48 ct or larger), consumers can receive a small, lightweight diaper clutch that is just big [...]

I was watching a house hunting show on television last evening and was amazed at how many of the potential buyers just went with an agent’s recommendation and didn’t do some comparison shopping. I always try to do that. It’s worth the time for the money I save OR the extras I snag. I did [...]

And just when is a BARGAIN no bargain? Many advertisers offer product rebates with original sales receipt and proof or purchase. This is certainly fair and reasonable even though manufacturers advertise such promotions knowing many consumers won’t mail as required. After all, that truly is the customer’s responsibility. However, what about the many shoppers who [...]

I know advertisers want to get their products out there, still it bugs me how some stores fill the aisles with cardboard displays that belongs on an end cap. It simply amazes me though that the local law enforcement officials do not step in and cite offending merchandisers. If there were a fire, the situation [...]

I am a frugal shopper. I comparison shop. I scout out sales. I use coupons. I wait for clearance. About the only thing I ever pay full price for is my husband, children, and grandchildren’s big Christmas presents. Recently I was introduced to NearbyNow, a site designed to make shopping easier for people that browse [...]

What is Blue Advantage? If you are a K-Mart shopper, you know it as the blue light special. The manager will offer a super deal or what he thinks is a super deal. Customers flock to check out the offer. Sometimes it is an overstocked item; other times it is clearance. Either way it is [...]

Recently I found myself shopping in a super supermarket. I have been shopping the traditional way most of my life. I pick up what I need, bring it to the front register, have the girl/guy ring up my order, and then pay for it. This super supermarket does things differently. When I walked into the [...]