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Mictay
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09-29-2006

Monday, December 01, 2008 - 8:42 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mictay a private message Print Post    
I went shopping on black friday and bought my daughter an IPOD(purple) for $146.00 and then got A $20.00 Best Buy gift card.So I really got it for $126.00,which I think is good.Right?I searched everywhere for one cheaper but didn't find anything cheaper is that about the going rate about $150.00?

Escapee
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06-15-2004

Monday, December 01, 2008 - 9:32 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Escapee a private message Print Post    
I was at Kohl's at 3:30, Gottschalks at 5 and Target at 6. I got all my shopping done. It was great. I also bought some great pots and pans for super cheap and some new boots which I will post a pic of in the shoe thread.

Ladytex
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09-27-2001

Thursday, December 18, 2008 - 8:53 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ladytex a private message Print Post    
Today is Free Shipping Day. There are a bunch of businesses that have free shipping today with a guaranteed Christmas delivery. You can find a bunch of them here

Julieboo
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02-05-2002

Thursday, December 18, 2008 - 10:05 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Julieboo a private message Print Post    
Thanks Lady!!

ETA: Don't get too excited. I checked out about 8 of them, and all but one had "catches." Like $29 to join a year of site to store shipping (Walmart) and most of the rest you had to spend $49 or $99 to get free shipping!! Poo!!

Ladytex
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09-27-2001

Monday, December 22, 2008 - 6:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ladytex a private message Print Post    
I went to Circuit City and Dick's Sporting Goods, today. I was happy, but sad for them, that neither of these stores or the parking lots were crowded. The check out lines had no waits either ...

Pamy
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01-02-2002

Monday, December 22, 2008 - 7:04 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Pamy a private message Print Post    
they are closing many CCity stores here. I guess between Walmart and Best Buy the others dont stand a chance

Beckie03
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07-05-2007

Monday, December 22, 2008 - 10:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Beckie03 a private message Print Post    
texannie, i saw that picture of the stadium and i knew it was save mart center. that is so funny. harlem globetrotters have always been huge in fresno for whatever reason...everyone likes them.

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 5:21 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
Beckie, that's good to know. They are going to be here next month too.

Panda
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07-15-2005

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 6:09 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Panda a private message Print Post    
My mom has been complaining that her bedroom set is too summery looking for winter...lol So I set out to buy her a new comforter or quilt set. I found a really nice quilt set with deep colors (very wintery) @ Sears and not knowing it was on clearance, came to $11!!! So mom also got a nice set of flannel sheets to match. You never know when a bargain will hit!

Juju2bigdog
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10-27-2000

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 7:57 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Juju2bigdog a private message Print Post    
We went shopping at Marshalls, Ross and Dillards (major department store) yesterday. Marshalls was not crowded, Ross more so. Dillards was pretty crowded.

Grooch
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06-16-2006

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 9:37 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Grooch a private message Print Post    
I thought Circuit City went bankrupt and is going out of business. (As well as Kay-bee Toys and Sound Advice, Anne Taylor (possibly))

Depressing watching the TODAY show this morning.

A lot more stores going out that way and a lot of shopping centers and malls will go bankrupt also, because there are no new stores to fill up the spaces the other ones are leaving behind.

Sorry, I feel "Bah Humbug!" this morning after watching the news.

Denecee
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09-05-2002

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 10:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Denecee a private message Print Post    
I think after 3 trips to the grocery store, we have all the fixings for Christmas dinner. I might go to Kohl's tomorrow if I get off work early. I'm looking for a Manny doll for my grandson(2 1/2 yrs old)

Wink
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10-06-2000

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 11:15 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wink a private message Print Post    
I was at Michaels this morning and you could shoot a cannon and not hit anybody. Tons of stuff 50 and 70% off. I sure hope they're not on the hit list.

Cablejockey
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12-27-2001

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 12:24 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cablejockey a private message Print Post    
Everywhere I've been for the past 2 days, it looks like Christmas Eve!Long lineups, packed parking lots, busy roads, clogged malls---and I still have stuff to get!!

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 1:55 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
everywhere i have been is packed.

Watching2
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07-07-2001

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 2:05 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Watching2 a private message Print Post    
It was busy when I went out shopping last night, too. I did stay away from the mall, though. People are trying to catch up from the storms over the weekend which kept a lot of people indoors and not shopping.

Circuit City isn't closing "yet" but they did file for Chapter 11. I'll hate if they close. I love shopping there over any of the other electronic stores. I get so many of my Christmas presents there, plus my computers. I hope they can keep it together even if there are fewer stores. Just keep mine. ;)

Beckie03
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07-05-2007

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 2:45 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Beckie03 a private message Print Post    
Beckie, that's good to know. They are going to be here next month too.

and if they haven't gone there yet. you should tell them to hit up doghouse grill before the globetrotters. best place for tri-tip.

and if they have been, there...they know that already. lol.

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 3:44 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
LOL Becki, I will ask. They have lived in Fresno for 10 years or so.

Oldtex
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03-06-2006

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 10:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Oldtex a private message Print Post    
I finally started my Christmas shopping today. I also finished my Christmas shopping today.

Hit the liquor store, busy, but as I went up to the counter, a cashier just opened and motioned for me in her direction. In and out in just a few minutes.

Went to Toys R Us, parking lot was pretty full as was the store. Had to buy 5 gifts, took awhile only because I couldn't make up my mind. Went to check out - no line as all registers were open. The checkers all looked "tuckered out".

Tomorrow all I have to do is wrap. Colorado brother is staying with my other bro, but is coming to visit me tomorrow.

We are having a small (i.e. gifts only for kids and one's own spouse) gift exchange. But will spend all of Christmas Day together...DH & I, Big Bro & wife and Colorado Bro. Will visit with nieces and their little ones Friday.

My back is killing me from walking around the toy store, but was worth the pain!

I'm starting next year's Christmas shopping in June! Can't believe I got everything done in 1 day. That's a record for me.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Tuesday, December 23, 2008 - 10:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
I have to go to the grocery store in the morning to get all the things I need for Christmas dinner. We have the turkey, just need the sides.

I also have to hit up Target and Borders in the morning for stocking stuffers. I've been out of it with a cold and sore throat so I am lagging this year.

Christy358
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07-10-2007

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 1:27 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Christy358 a private message Print Post    
Seems to me that customers were cranky today. I work in a dept store and they all wanted everything on sale and available in exactly the size and color they wanted.

I worked in the ornament dept for a bit....one man asked if the ornaments are on sale....I told him "after Christmas" in my most cheerful manner.... and he said..."then I hope you keep them"

I have to share that this is most unusual. Most years you can tease and have fun with those who are out on the 23rd. They either are done and just getting a fun gift, or are power shopping and know they are late. Easy fun sales.

this year, not so much. Too many people waited for the last min.

Wargod
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 2:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wargod a private message Print Post    
Wink, Michaels is one of my favorite places and I'm in there at least once a week, ours is usually pretty crowded. We waited in line there yesterday for 20 minutes. For as long as I can remember, they put their stuff (especially kids craft kits) on huge sales right before and after Christmas.

I have to go out tomorrow for two gifts (one for my mom from my aunt and then pull some cash for Kota for clothes shopping...didn't buy her clothes cuz I couldn't figure out sizes for her, lol.) Also have to go to the grocery store for sodas (my contribution for the family get together) and some cleaners.

Will probably end up going to Michaels for moms gift and pull cash from Vons.

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 4:31 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
Besides being up far to early, I am in good shape today. I just need to do a little housekeeping (laundry, vacumn), chop onions and celery for the dressing (but i think my motherinlaw is going to do that), get my chili going in the crockpot. I am going to church at 5. My dad, sm, aunt and uncle are coming over for traditional chili and tamales at 7.

Panda
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07-15-2005

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 7:00 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Panda a private message Print Post    
still need ONE more gift!!! every year it happens..lol

Dipo
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04-23-2002

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 11:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dipo a private message Print Post    
I put my last christmas cards into the mail today, and I have to stop at the grocery store on the way home from work for a couple of things! I can't believe I have to go to the grocery store, it will be packed!

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 12:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
I finished up and it wasn't so bad. I'm ticked off at my husband though. I asked if he could run to the grocery store near his work at lunch to pick up one gift card for me and he hemmed and hawed about not feeling well. Hello! I shop for every one, he shops for me.

Wargod
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - 1:39 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wargod a private message Print Post    
I finished too, just had the two gifts to pick up and some stuff for the Christmas get together. Ended up just going to Walmart, was busy but not real crowded yet.