Hi Friends,

Sorry I’ve been so quiet this week. My world was turned upside down early Wednesday morning. I need to be with my family and they need me, too. Just a few more days and I hope to be back with you.

Since you’re all experts at this coupon game by now, you’ll do fine for a couple of days without me, right? ;)

Have a super weekend and give out a few extra hugs to the people you love most, ok?

Jolon

Sorry it has been a little slow around here this week.  It’s not due to the lack of deals and frugal living tips, but because I’m in a really exciting transition.  I have so many ideas to bring you more and better West Michigan deals, but haven’t had the time to execute all my plans due to my full-time job, volunteering with Special Olympics, and all of life’s other commitments.  I’ve been shifting around my priorities and, as of this week, I’ll be able to spend a bit more time focusing on this blog!

This week I took a step back to get everything ready to GO.  Thanks for your patience.

In the meantime, can you please help me out by letting me know what kinds of deals you’d like to see more of in the future?  What’s been the most helpful or your favorite kind of deal?  Are there specific things you need help saving money on?  Just leave me a quick suggestion in the comments section of this post.

Thanks so much for your continued support. I couldn’t do this without you!

PS Will I see you at the Griffins game tomorrow? Still time to get discounted tickets benefiting Feeding America West Michigan.

First trail run of the year 2/28/11

Two days ago, I did my first outdoor run of the year on the ice and snow. It reminded me how much I can’t wait for the snow to melt!  But before we get to fair-weather running, it really is a great time to stock up on cold-weather workout gear for next year.

Get an additional 20% off clearance items at Nike with code 3PTSHOT through 3/7/11. FREE shipping on orders of $100+ for Nike members (free) with free returns.

Don’t forget to shop through Ebates for 6% cash back, log in (or create an account for a $5 sign-up bonus!), type Nike into the search box, and shop through the new window that opens. *If you’re not familiar with Ebates or Shop at Home, please read this tutorial on cash back sites.

I hope 2010 was everything you dreamed it would be.  Thanks for making this year so, so good for me.  I appreciate all of you.  Here’s to making 2011 the best year yet!  Cheers!

That’s my last post until after Christmas.  I’m going to enjoy some time with family and friends and I hope you do the same!

Wishing each of you a very Merry Christmas!