by A Thrifty Geek on 01/27/2012
NoMoreRack is having a promotion through the 30th of January and if Kentuckiana Youth For Christ can get friends and family to sign up for No More Rack they will earn points for items for the new building in Louisville Ky. This building is strategically placed in the Shawnee neighborhood that is going to reach a community that suffering. The mission is to Rebuild, Restore, and Renew the community of Shawnee by reaching the youth.
All you have to do is use this link and register at No More Rack. I have talked about this site before and how wonderful the deals are on this site. I have bought several items from here and have been 100% pleased with them each time. It is a daily deal site.
When you sign up you can choose to be notified daily with an email update of what is on sale or you can opt out. I use my secondary email account for sites like this.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! For doing this. Be sure to use this link to sign up or the credit will not be given.
This is my personal link for No More Rack but all proceeds from this link is going to help furnish the building for Youth for Christ, Kentuckiana.
Below are the items we are shooting for. So please send your friends, family and workers to this post and have them sign up too! Let’s help impact this community with just one click!
by A Thrifty Geek on 01/26/2012
One of the big things that eats up money is food shopping. It is so easy to go to the store and wander around the aisles with a trolley, throwing in everything that you think you will need. You may think that this is efficient, but actually when you reach the checkout, you will more often than not have a nasty surprise. How can you avoid this? I have found that the best way to make sure that you spend only what you need to and no more, is by making a list before you go to the store.
The point of making a list is that when you are in the store, you will not be as tempted to pick up everything that you think you might like. Before you leave to go shopping, after having breakfast or checking a site like lovemoney.com for savings tips, have a look in your cupboards and fridge to see what you actually need. Plan your meals for the week and write down what you will need to buy for these. It is helpful if you can come up with meals that share ingredients, so that you can buy things in bulk and save money in the long run.
Once you have made a list, remember to bring it with you to the store. This may sound silly, but I can’t tell you how many times I have left without it and had to try and remember all the items. When in the store, try your best to stick to the list. If you are tempted by something, think about when you were back at home deciding what to eat for the week, and whether or not you thought you needed it. If you can get to the checkout with minimal extra items, then that will be a success, and you can worry less about wincing at your final bill.
by A Thrifty Geek on 01/26/2012
Social Media Moms and Esurance has teamed up with A Thrifty Geek to share with some trip to be safe while driving this winter. I know what you are thinking…. WHAT WINTER!. We live in Kentucky and we have not had a winter yet. It has been really strange but I believe that winter is still coming. (hopeful thinking) I think we will have days of snow this year and we need to be prepared and ready to drive in the winter elements. Here are a few tips that this southern girl has learned over the years while living in Kentucky on how to drive in the snow as well as what Esurance suggest.
- Clean all windshields before entering the roads. I know it is freezing outside when there is snow or heavy frost on the windows but it is so important that you have all your windows cleaned off before you enter the roadway. The driver needs full visual of what is happening around them. I can remember seeing a person driving down the road one time with just peep holes out the front window and the two front side windows. That scared me to death because I knew their sight was limited to what was going on around them.
- Keep plenty of space between you and the other cars. It is ok to have a 6 car length between you and the car in front of you. Drive with distance between allows you plenty of time to react to what the car is doing and allowing time if your car starts to slide. If you do this, it will cut down the chances of you sliding into another car drastically.
- Tire condition is so important as you are heading into the winter months. According to Esurance Blog, the tires should be at least 6 /32 inch deep. A new tire is 10/32 inch deep. The grip of the tire is important when there is snow and slush on the roads. This is something that is not thought of until it is too late but be sure to check all the tires on your cars and make sure the tread has not got to “bald”, as we call it in our household. If you tires are below the recommended tread, grab a bag of sand and a shovel to keep in your trunk in case you get stuck somewhere.
- Stock Up for the car. It is not a bad idea to keep supplies in the car for if you get stuck somewhere. I use to do this all the time when my children was little but I always make sure I have supplies in the car when winter comes. Here is what I put in my reusable grocery bag that stays in my trunk.
- fleece blanket
- Bottled waters (2-4)
- Granola bars
- flash light
- trash bag
- extra set of gloves and hat
- matches
- candle
5. Keep all your car information in one place. Place all your documents such as car insurance, registration and even a copy of your license all in one envelope and in one place in the car. If you get into an accident or pulled over, it will be easy to find and you won’t be stressing out digging through your documents or purse.
After reading through the Esurance Blog I know there is many more great tips to keep you safe but these are the top tips that I make sure I am doing each winter. My view is that you can never be under prepared. Bring on winter!!
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by A Thrifty Geek on 01/26/2012
My mom had leukemia for 20 years and passed away this past October. We were blessed to have her sister as a perfect match and her marrow sustained her over the course of 20 years with several infusions and treatments.
There are thousands of people waiting for a marrow transplant that have not found their donor yet. Just a little over 1/2 of them get to have a transplant.
Be the Match Morrow Donor program normally cost $100 to register and to offset the lab cost but during the month of January America Express Foundation is paying for each person that registers. You can still make a donation if you would like but it is not required. Thank you American Express Foundation!
It is very simple to register. It took me less than 5 minutes. You will receive the lab kit in the mail in a few days and all you have to do is swab the inside of your mouth with a q tip and send it back in. They even provide the postage paid envelope.
What a honor it would be to help give someone a chance at life.
In memory of my mom, I am asking you to consider registering during the month of January. PLEASE leave me a comment below and let me know if you registered. I would love to see how many people we can get to sign up. If you don’t want to leave a comment, just email me and let me know.
Thank you SO much for making a difference.
Thank you Southern Savers for sharing this too!
by A Thrifty Geek on 01/26/2012
I know you are like me and have several pictures from Christmas festivities and you want to keep them to look at for many years to come. MY Publisher is offering a FREE hardcover Photo book. I have done several of these and I love everyone of them.One way that I do the photo books is to just put the pictures in the book and when I get the book, I journal on each page. This way I have more time to think about what I want to say on each page.
You have until Jan. 31, 2012 to get this ordered to receive it FREE. You will be charged shipping for your book and it usually runs about $9.99 to have it shipped. Even having to pay $9.99 to ship, this is an AWESOME deal for a photo book. Top notch.
by A Thrifty Geek on 01/25/2012
Nomorerack.com is an addictive site. it refreshes every day at noon with deals that sometimes I have to hold back to not buy. This site is so addictive that my son is now calling me when he sees deals on it.
No More Rack now has a shop. That is not good for the deal seekers…. it has way too many in the shop. I found these two purses tonight that I have had to talk myself out of buying. They were regular $64 for $22 each.
Check out the insanity deals too! My son and I both have seen i pads, Xboxes and Kindle Fires on here for insane deals. They go fast so you have to act fast.
Remember to check the site daily at noon or a little after. Go ahead and get your account signed up to where you can act fast to grab the deals before they sale out.
I ABSOLUTELY love this site!!!!
