Finding The Best Deals With Online Holiday Shopping

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Best Deals With Online Holiday Shopping

With the 2013 holiday season just around the corner, consumers and retailers are starting to gear up for online holiday shopping. There are many amazing deals to be found on the web throughout the year, but Christmas shopping offers even greater sales and specials. Finding the perfect presents without breaking the bank has never been easier for consumers.

Cyber Monday is one of the hottest days for shoppers to hit the web and seek out sales. Hundreds of retailers will be offering limited time sale prices and specials that savvy consumers can take advantage of. Discounts like free shipping will make it convenient to purchase items online and have them delivered in plenty of time for the holidays.

Black Friday is typically the biggest shopping day of the year in the United States, and online retailers have started to get in on the action by offering flash sales and limited time discounts. Sites like Amazon.com will be running special sales for those folks sticking close to home. Although it may not be the best day for web deals, Black Friday will still offer significant sales from many merchants.

Consumers can sign up for newsletters and email alerts from their favorite merchants now in order to stay updated on exclusive deals and offers. Pre planning can help shoppers save time when searching for the best bargains. Most major retailers will be offering lower prices on items from every department, including electronics, housewares, clothing, toys, and more. Online holiday shopping offers both retailers and consumers a chance to cash in at the end of the year.

New Range Of Gifts For Geeks

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New Range Of Gifts For Geeks 2013

It is fast approaching that time of year when thoughts turn to the Christmas period and all the planning that is associated with it. Although there are always unavoidable stresses along the way, it still retains its excitement and of course the best part remains the exchanging of gifts.

Individuals usually have check lists of people to buy for, and you will very often find in amongst these lists, those who are affectionately referred to as geeks. Not surprisingly, every year product developers are recognizing this fact, and creating more and more choice to satisfy their demand.

Gifts for geeks 2013 style, is no exception, with literally thousands of items on offer. The Smart Phone Film Scanner is one that will fascinate the technical geek, with its ability to scan 35mm film onto i-Phones and Android phones, bringing old photos into the 21st century.

A European variety of a strategy game, called Trajan, is tipped to be a leading contender for the most popular of gifts for geeks 2013. With its incredible attention to detail and astonishing art work,  this board game requires a lot of intellect to master it, meaning it will probably be tough on the average punter, but will be one to relish for the fully fledged geek.

Annually, the Star Trek fans have something new to enthuse about, and they will not be disappointed with the pizza cutter in the shape of the Enterprise. Its huge following will ensure that this lighthearted creation will rate highly, when the gifts for geeks 2013 top ten sellers are drawn up, early next year.

Christmas in July with the Salvation Army

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The Salvation Army logo (Anglophone Version)

The Salvation Army logo (Anglophone Version) (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Christmas in July with the Salvation Army

It may be 98 degrees out there and it’s definitely not snowing but the Salvation Army is making it feel like Christmas in July. The Red Army is here once again to rally support for those in need. It’s a given when we see the memorable Red Kettles and Bell Ringers, that the Salvation Army is planning something special.

This year, they aren’t waiting until December arrives, they are doing it right now. The project kicked off last July 22 and ended on the 27th. The Salvation Army is a Christian denomination and charitable organization with a quasi- military structure. Their main goal is to run charity shops, operate shelters for the homeless and provide disaster relief and humanitarian aid to developing countries. This organization consists of soldiers, officers, and other adherents or volunteers a.k.a Salvationists.

This project by the Salvation Army of Brown County, aims to raise more than $15, 000. They also mentioned that they are looking for volunteers and bell ringers, to sign up simply visit their website.

The campaign was a success since a lot of companies agreed to give donations for the week- long event. These are Schreiber Foods, Broadway Automotive, Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, Cellcom and Fox Communities Credit Union.
The county coordinator Captain Ken Shiels said that its a first for Brown County hosting such an event. He added that a number of other Army locations were inspired by the event to organize their own campaign.

Last year when Brown County held the Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, they were not able to reach their goal of 1.2 million dollars. They came 887, 000 dollars short. This made them more eager to be able to provide more for the needs of the community. He remarked that it is a great chance for people to be able to ring bells even if it’s the heart of summer. This proves that Christmas can be felt all- year round.

Aside from Festival Foods locations hosting the main event, Culver’s will also be hosting some special events in the area, in line with the Christmas in July campaign. They promised to donate 10% from all sales made between 5 to 8pm.

The Advisory Board Chair for the Salvation Army Dawn Foeller says that they are certain that even if it’s not the usual Red Kettle Campaign, people will be encouraged to donate for a good cause during Christmas in July. After all, being generous and charitable should not only be for the holiday season, but also throughout the year.

Sarah Palin’s New Book Tackles The War Of Christmas

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Sarah Palin’s New Book Tackles The War Of Christmas

Sarah Palin, former governor of Alaska and vice-presidential nominee believes that political correctness is destroying the spirit of Christmas. In her candid new book, she tackles the notion that Christmas has turned into a commercialized shopping holiday that has little to do with the birth of Christ. Her book challenges the “politically correct” removal of religious references to the holiday which replaces the phrase “Merry Christmas” with “Happy Holidays” or “Merry X-mas.”

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English: Camp Buehring, Kuwait – Alaska Governor Sarah Palin talks to Nome, Alaska, native 1st Sgt. Dewey Green. Palin visited the Soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Alaska National Guard to learn about their mission in Kuwait. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Known for her candor, Sarah Palin hopes to shed light on what she believes is an effort to remove Christ from the Christmas season. She provides advice for those that wish to “protect the spirit of Christmas,” and fight back against a movement to remove the religious elements of the holiday.

The book, which is scheduled for release in November, is a light-hearted, yet thought-provoking read that is a must for any true believer. In her new book, Sara Palin includes festive Christmas recipes that emphasize the true meaning of Christmas. She also offers tips on how to defend Christmas to the “politically correct” who want to destroy the spirit of the season.

Sara Palin argues for an increase in public displays of the holiday’s religious roots. She writes that Christmas pageants, nativity scenes and school plays are part of the Christian tradition and should be preserved in the true spirit of Christmas.

Sarah Palin’s new book is sure to provoke a debate into the true meaning of the Christmas season. A must read for Christians and non-Christians alike, this book will get people talking.

Christmas Carnival – November 28

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Christmas Tree with Lots of Presents Picture 2 of 2 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Welcome to the November 28, 2013 edition of Christmas 2013 Carnival. With the end of tax season, it feels a little bit like Christmas around the house today. Plus we had 19 submissions to the carnival which isn’t scheduled to be posted until November. If we get a lot of submissions again, there just might be a July carnival too. Take a look at our great articles and share them on all the social networks. Merry After Tax Day.

Jessica Smtih presents Prom Bouquet Ideas for 2013 posted at Flowers in Folsom, CA – Folsom Florist – Miracle Flowers, saying, “Prom is surely one of the most thrilling and unforgettable events of high school. After you have successfully chosen your formal wear, it is time for you to plan your prom flowers. The prom flowers should always complement you and your date’s dress and reflect your own unique character. Instead of using conventional corsage, a small nosegay or bouquet is a stylish trend today. From flower to color selection, there are many different prom bouquet ideas that you need to consider.”

Tim Hall presents 10 Lessons Leaders Learn from Youth Mission Trips posted at Summer Nanny Jobs, saying, “If you’re receptive to the experience and approach leading a youth mission trip with an open mind, these are only a sampling of the lessons you can learn along the way.”

Alex Oshunloye presents GiftsDirect.com posted at GiftsDirect.com, saying, “Gifts online, hamper for delivery in Ireland and worldwide. Gift ideas for birthday, wedding, new baby, all occasions. Shop online or call 35318611580.”

Michael Fisher presents L & S Episodes – Without A Trace Re-weavers posted at Home – Without A Trace Re-weavers, saying, “Without A Trace offers a range of services for sheepskin coats, women’s sheepskin jackets and of course all leather and suede coats and other garments. Cleaning and repair of leather coats are our specialty.”

Events

Jim Wilson presents 30 Blogs for Parents Who Love to Throw Elaborate Kids’ Parties posted at Babysitters, saying, “General party planning tips often fall to the wayside in favor of highlighting nifty, handcrafted decorative touches or the perfectly decorated cupcake.”

Layla Martinez presents 10 of the Best Places to Have a First Birthday Party posted at Live-In Nanny, saying, “Your child’s first birthday may not be a day that he’ll remember for the rest of his life, but it’s certainly a moment that you’ll never forget.”

Kaitlyn Johnson presents 20 Blogs with Ideas for Celebrating Baby’s First Easter posted at Newborn Care, saying, “When it comes to celebrating firsts, there’s something special about celebrating that first Easter together.”

Caleb Hill presents Getting the Most Out of Your Nanny Conference Experience posted at Nanny Classifieds, saying, “Each year nannies across the nation gather for various educational events that are put on by different nanny organizations.If you plan on attending one or all of these events, there are simple things you can do to make sure you get the most out of your conference experience.”

Fun

Denise Young presents 30 Blogs with Ideas for Making Traveling with Kids Fun posted at Au Pair Care, saying, “Traveling with kids can get a bit stressful when the kids become bored, and what can start out as a fun trip quickly turns dismal when fighting breaks out in the backseat.”

MITCHELL MORRIS presents 30 Blogs with Sample Scrapbook Pages posted at Full Time Nanny, saying, “Scrapbooking is a hobby that has been around for hundreds of years. It has evolved considerably since it first started with people saving newspaper clippings and writing poems in their books.”

Gifts

Steve Jackson presents 9 Ways to Recycle Your Christmas Tree posted at Housekeeping, saying, “Opting for a real Christmas tree lends a delicious and seasonal scent to your home that an artificial tree simply cannot replicate.”

Alaina Moore presents How to Make a Dipped Fruit Arrangement at Home posted at aupair.org, saying, “Dipped fruit arrangements are an exciting and edible alternative to traditional flower bouquets for centerpieces or gifts.”

Sarita Rajiv presents A dåse of love posted at Ilovegifting, saying, “Know someone who has been having a hard time in their life? How about giving them a Dåse of Love this Christmas?”

Arianna Lee presents Gift Etiquette for Kids’ Birthdays posted at Part Time Nanny, saying, “Even though the vibe surrounding a kid’s party tends to be more relaxed than its adult counterparts, there are still some basic rules of etiquette that you should take into account before you send out those invitations.”

Denise Thompson presents 30 Blogs Featuring the Most Unusual Gift Ideas for New Moms posted at Find A Babysitter, saying, “New moms love nothing more than opening gifts from friends, family members and colleagues. Behind the endless reams of wrapping paper, there lies a treasure trove of practical, thoughtful and sometimes highly unusual offerings for mom and new baby.”

Kaitlyn Johnson presents 10 Personalized Gift Ideas for a Baby’s Baptism posted at Newborn Care, saying, “Baptism is an important milestone in a child’s life , as a result, it’s customary to commemorate the occasion with a gift. For such an intensely personal occasion, a personalized gift may be more appropriate than a generic one.”

Stories

Diego Brown presents 10 Awesome Magic Spells from the Best Fairy Tales posted at National Nannies, saying, “No fairy tale would be complete without a witch, wizard or some mysterious character casting a spell to add the flair of mystery and excitement to the story.”

Simpsonsparadox presents Currier & Ives posted at Simpson’s Paradox.

Jana presents A Christmas Story About Expectations posted at Blog, saying, “A journey of self-discovery through the Christmas Season.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of christmas 2010 carnival using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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Christmas Carnival – January 8

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Welcome to the January 8, 2013 edition of Christmas 2012 Carnival. In this edition we have a nice post from Layla Martinez who looks at ways to celebrate the Holidays With Your Live-in Nanny. Jeff Moore has 30 Blogs that present Teacher Holiday Gift Ideas that you might like. And finally, Sharon Moore has a good number of Blogs that feature Handmade Gift Ideas. Hope that you enjoy the articles, bookmark, share, tweet, like on Facebook and come back for more seasonal gift ideals.

Teri Jones presents How To Become A Nanny posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, “Although there aren’t any specific requirements to work as a nanny, most agencies and families look for a solid foundation of education and experience.”

Events

Jonny Edwar presents Christmas Lights posted at jururekamphoto: from absurd-tivist.

Fun

Layla Martinez presents 5 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays With Your Live-in Nanny posted at Live-In Nanny, saying, “Your relationship with your live-in nanny is different than any other kind of employment relationship.”

Layla Martinez presents 30 Blogs with Tips for Planning Holiday Luncheons posted at Live-In Nanny, saying, “Holiday luncheons are almost as much of a staple during the holiday season as holiday parties are, with the main difference being that you’re usually dealing with bigger crowds and guests who are brought together because of similar interests or involvements.”

Gifts

Jeff Moore presents 30 Blogs with Great Teacher Holiday Gift Ideas posted at Babysitting Jobs, saying, “As Christmas break draws near, you’ve probably found yourself desperately trying to come up with ideas for what to get your kids’ teachers for Christmas.”

Sharon Moore presents 30 Blogs Featuring Handmade Gift Ideas posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, “Handmade gifts are something special that you can give those that you care about. Every gift you make includes a little piece of yourself.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of christmas 2010 carnival using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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