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Abercrombie & Fitch Doesn't Want Large Women in Their Stores — Is It Fair?

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:00:34 +0000

Fashion retailer Abercrombie & Fitch is coming under fire for its decision not to stock XL or XXL sizes for women, ostensibly because they don’t want that type of buyer in their stores. Last week Robin Lewis, CEO of the Robin Report and co-author of ‘The New Rules of Retail,’ said in an interview with Business [...]

Mommy Blogger Robyn L. – Modesty is the Best Policy

Robyn L. — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:35:41 +0000

Shopping for clothes is my least favorite chore. I know there are some people who consider shopping one of the great American pastimes. And there was a time in my life when I enjoyed browsing for hours and searching for a bargain. All of that stopped when I became a mom. Shopping is a hassle, [...]

Need Help Finding the Perfect Bra? Fit For the Cure® Coming to Amarillo.

Lori Crofford — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:49:22 +0000

Do you have a hard time finding the perfect bra? You know the kind the fits you perfectly in every way possible. If you are tired of having straps cutting into your shoulders or your bra cutting you in half, then it is time you got fitted properly for the perfect bra. Mark your calendars [...]

Toilet Paper Rolls Keep Shrinking As the Price Goes Up

Lori Crofford — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:43:44 +0000

I know in today’s world the manufacturers are looking for ways to make more money with less product. I know toilet paper has gotten smaller, but I didn’t realize how much smaller until yesterday. I realize I talk about some weird stuff, but stick with me on this one. I was in the restroom yesterday [...]

Weird Valentine's Day Gifts Found on Etsy

Lori Crofford — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:22:33 +0000

I just thought I would pop onto the Etsy website today and see if I could find some cute Valentine’s Day cards, and what I found were some really weird gifts, that were said to be perfect for Valentine’s Day. Nothing says I love you more than a big giant wooden spoon. Happy Valentine’s Day [...]

Hilarious Reviews of the Hutzler 571 Banana Slicer [Amazon]

Lori Crofford — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 17:24:40 +0000

You can find a ton of great products on Amazon.com. I shop there frequently. However, every now and then you will find a product that makes you stop and think, “Really?”. The Hutzler 571 Banana Slicer is one of those products. Does one really need a banana slicer? Check out 10 of the hilarious reviews. [...]

A New Special Fork That Helps With Weight Loss – The HAPIfork

Lori Crofford — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:28:48 +0000

Just when you thought the weight loss revolution couldn’t get any stranger, someone has invented a fork that helps you control what you eat. Now don’t get me wrong this could be a really good idea, but with all things weight loss, this may just be another product to shove in a drawer to collect [...]

Ruining Christmas By Snooping Through Credit Card Statements [POLL]

Lori Crofford — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:04:46 +0000

I had a friend the other day tell me that she knows what her husband got her for Christmas. My first reaction was did you go snooping around the Christmas Tree? She said no. I asked how the heck did she know, or was she just guessing? She told me that she knew what he [...]

Would You Do Your Christmas Shopping in January to Save Money? — Survey of the Day

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:01:53 +0000

We all know some of the best sales of the year come right after Christmas. So here's an interesting thought: Why not do your holiday shopping in early January and get more bang for your gift-giving buck?

If You Didn't Shop on Black Friday Here is What You Missed [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:59:23 +0000

Black Friday, the day to save a ton of money on Christmas presents. A day to get cheap flat screens and phone among other things. If you skipped out on Black Friday Shopping this year, here is what you missed. Yep, I stayed at home, warm, safe and in my PJs.

Salvation Army Angel Tree

Lori Crofford — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:30:17 +0000

While you are out and about doing your Christmas Shopping this weekend. Remember the Salvation Army Angel Tree this Holiday Season. The tree contains the names of children in the Panhandle Area who are in need of a Christmas this year. How does the Salvation Army Angel Tree Work: 1. You an your family head [...]

How to Shop Black Friday [VIDEOS]

Lori Crofford — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:35:58 +0000

I am not a Black Friday Shopper. The only time I shopped Black Friday was 6 years ago and that is because I was wanting a new washer and dryer. So I'm not the person to be giving awesome tips on Black Friday Shopping, so I found some great how to videos.