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Sadly, I have to use nasal spray. Time and time again, I try to go without and I run (no pun intended) into trouble. But I’m cheap, and the nasal spray isn’t (even the generic stuff). The doc says 2 sprays per nostril and I have discovered that one spray per nostril works! Do you realize what a huge savings that is? Yes, easy math. I know people don’t like talking about nose stuff…but isn’t that a great savings tip?
Robin – have you ever tried a Neti (sp) Pot? They are refillable, which ultimately makes them CHEAPER. Albeit, grosser than nasal spray.
Even better than the Neti Pot is a low pressure sinus rinse. (”Low pressure” being you hand-squeeze – as gently or strong as your ears can handle! – a little 8 oz bottle.) My dad has COPD and gets seriously life-threatening sinus infections on a regular basis. He started using the sinus rinse (it’s made by NeilMed, and you can get it at Cub Foods pharmacy – ask at the counter – for $12 and there’s a $3 rebate included in the instruction/adverstisement booklet) one month ago, and not only has he not had an infection, but his breathing has been better and his energy levels are higher. I was so impressed I went out and got one. It’s uncomfortable at first, but you get used to it pretty quickly, and BOY are my allergies better! According to my dad’s doctor, once you run out of the little packets, you can add up to 1 table spoon (yes, I said table spoon, make sure you SLOWLY work your way up to that amount!) of non-iodine salt (iodized salt will sting more) and a pinch of baking soda. Go to their website to learn more: http://www.neilmed.com/usa/index.php
Okay, this nose stuff is grossing me out.
Here’s a fabulous, free activity for families: Go to a farm and see animals with your kids. You don’t have to wait until pumpkin season to go hang out at a farm.
My family’s favorite is the Fall Harvest Orchard in Delano…
http://www.fallharvestorchard.com
They opened this weekend for the season. Lots of fun and worth the drive.
Sorry Marketing Mama…I can’t help but be thankful for Cheap Chick and Marti’s tips. I’ll give it a try however, I’m scared about the “water up the nose” effect from bad experiences in the pool. And what better time to get my allergies under control before I go to the Fall Harvest Orchard!
hi all you savers~ speaking of savers SAVERS is having a 50% off sale on Sept 1st Monday.
Everything in the store is 50% off except for NEW Halloween but all the previously owned costumes are 50% off.
2124 EAST LAKE STREET MPLS is the biggest and best stocked.
This is the time of the year they bring all the Vintage out. They back stock all Vintage all year and bring it out in September, they have a semi trailer full.
It is the BEST SAVERS in the company. How do I know? I am the manager. We will be serving coffee and pastries monday morning so please stop by.
Pick up a free calandar and find out all our daily specials for the days in SEPT. Every other day in SEPT if you say you are a “CHEAP CHICK” I will have my cashier give you your cheapest item FREE!!!
Check out the annual Gina B. Designs annual warehouse sale. Going on today (10/23) and tomorrow (10/24). Great deals on unique greeting cards and stationary products. Yes, a hand written note (not a cyber-note) is still a very nice touch.
http://www.ginabdesigns.com/news/whatsnew.aspx
I wanted to let you know about a local craft show called the No Coast show @ the Global Midtown Market. It is the first weekend in December. There are artist from all over the Tri state area. Cheap gifts and great stuff! Buying local keeps the $ in the local economy and gets you a “Green” gift.
I might be bias, because I’m a local artist. I have some work at a new store in Rosedale called Celebrate Art. It is a gallery of bargain art by local artist.
I heard that the art attack in nordeast last weekend was mobbed. People are spending less, and buying local! This will give a boost to the local businesses.
Better yet make your own cards and gifts for the holidays!
Ciao, Jeffery Gauss
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Enjoy Cheap Chicks!
Just a quick reminder for you to mark your calendars for the 6th Annual Stevens Square Rummage Sale (formerly known as the Early Bird Extravaganza.) This year’s sale is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. In addition to all the usual merchandise–furniture, housewares, antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, toys, tools, bikes, and clothing–we’ve also received a donation of thousands of books, so make sure to share the date with all your lit-loving friends.
The event, as usual, will be held at the Van Dusen Event Center at 1900 LaSalle Avenue. This year’s dates are:
Saturday, April 18th
8am-5pm
adults: $2.00
kids 12 & under: free admission
Sunday, April 19th
10am-3pm
free admission
super discounts
We are also still accepting donations for the sale (no electronics, please). For more information about how to donate, contact Dave Delvoye at 612.874.2840 or email him at mailto:dave_ssco@yahoo.com. All donations are tax-deductible, and proceeds fund arts, greening, safety, and outreach programs in our community.
About Stevens Square Community Organization ~
Stevens Square Community Organization, founded in 1976, is the officially-recognized citizen participation organization for the Stevens Square-Loring Heights neighborhood of Minneapolis. We provide a forum for community involvement and leadership that builds on neighborhood strengths to make Stevens Square-Loring Heights a fun, safe, and dynamic place to live, work, and play. Visit us online at http://www.sscoweb.org.
My favorites tips are always the fun little ones that kinda make you think – “That is a good idea, maybe I’ll try it!”
Pull out and wash your lint filter from your dryer every six months, use a tooth brush or some kind of brush, it is clean when water can go through the filter. Dryer sheets give off a waxing film, which covers your filter and air can not go through it, which could cause a fire or cause your heating element to burn out, cleaning your filter will extend the life of your dryer.
I went to JoAnn’s today and rummaged through the clearance bins. I came away with lots of buttons, a clasp and some tins all ranging from $2.97 to $0.25. The buttons say $0.50 – $0.97 but they rang up for $0.25!
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I need to share the best free kids educational crafts/worksheets website with you. http://www.kidzone.ws/
This website has every kind of writing exercise you could want for kids of all ages. It also has a tool that allows you to create a pre-printed tracer practice writing page. http://www.kidzone.ws/tracers/none/tracer-form.asp
We are old school and when are kids are naughty we make them spend extra time writing; specifically things they need to improve on.
Check it out!
Lou
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Discounted Nick U tickets:
I wanted to let you know about an option to buy discounted Nickelodeon Universe tickets, that only saves you money but benefits a local charity!
Operation Glass Slipper, a non-profit that helps Minnesota teens who could not otherwise afford to go to prom, is selling all-day unlimited wristbands to Nick U for $20. A portion of proceeds will go to Operation Glass Slipper to help outfit local teens for prom.
For more information or to order wristbands, please contact Operation Glass Slipper founder and director, Pam Philipp, at 651.994.7989 or pam.philipp@comcast.net to coordinate pick-up or delivery.
Ramy’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Pizzeria has By far the best Philly I have ever had! It is in the same spot that Two guys from Italy was. I have not tried anything else there because everytime I go in I want the philly but im sure its just as good. Tuesdays I think its the special and only like 6 dollars with fries! So not too bad. Very good! And close to my home.