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2012: Happy Election Day!

November 6, 2012 by Tracy

Happy Election Day
Happy Election Day

Photograph Credit: Microsoft Images

Embarking on a day filled with numbers and speculation, I am embracing this Election Day! In the United States, we still have the freedom to vote for our leaders.

Preparing to spend all morning at the polling location, Paul, my youngest daughter, and I headed out with our jackets, snacks, stroller, and iPad.

With only about a 50-minute wait, my daughter and I strolled the empty hallways while she pushed the stroller, we looked at the trophy cases, and chatted with the lady ahead of us.

The lines moved quickly, and I was thankful that our almost 3-hour wait four years ago shrunk down to less than an hour’s wait today. Oh what a privilege to vote in a location with a fast Internet connection! 🙂

As you head to the polls to cast your vote, arm yourself with patience as you continue using time wisely exercising your American privilege.

Happy Election Day!

Question: How long did you wait to cast your vote?

Filed Under: Holidays, Uncategorized Tagged With: Election Day

2012: Happy Halloween!

October 31, 2012 by Tracy

Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween

Photograph Credit: Microsoft Images

Wishing you and all your princesses and pirates a fun and safe Halloween!

In keeping to our traditions, our family will reverse trick-or-treat before heading out for our own candy.

My little princesses and soccer player will venture out to Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and our Publix (between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.) for Halloween celebrations before heading out into our neighborhood this evening.

However you spend your Halloween, enjoy using time wisely with your family and friends.

Happy Halloween!

Filed Under: Holidays, Uncategorized Tagged With: Halloween

The 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life Giveaway Winners

October 28, 2012 by Tracy

21 Days to a More Disciplined LifeAngela W.

Shannon R.

Connie S.

Lori G.

Debbie T.

Congratulations! Winners, please check your e-mail account for instructions on claiming your gift.

Thank you to each of you who entered the 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life giveaway. I appreciate your participation and congratulate the winners!   

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: giveaway

2012 Third Quick Tip Week: Free Kids’ Haircuts

October 20, 2012 by Tracy

Free kids' haircuts
Free kids' haircuts

Photograph Credit: JCP

Quick Tip Week continues! Hope this week of shorter posts highlighting one tip in each category helps you in using time wisely.

For series already in progress, I will continue with the next segment following our Quick Tip Week.

Embrace this week, add your tips in the comments, and continue using time wisely!

Quick Tip #7: Free Kids’ Haircuts

Beginning on Sunday, November 4, 2012, J. C. Penney will offer free kids’ haircuts every Sunday. With the success of their back-to-school promotion, J.C. Penney’s CEO has chosen to make the promotion permanent for all students in kindergarten through 6th grade.

Are you feeling the generosity of J. C. Penney recently? They are definitely reaching out to customers. From the free family portrait to the free kids’ haircuts, J. C. Penney really wants you visiting their locations to see their new format and to spend your money.

In using time wisely while stretching your dollars, make a reservation for your qualified students’ free haircut on any Sunday beginning in November at your local J. C. Penney location. Happy savings!

Question: What do you think of J.C. Penney’s generosity?

Filed Under: Services, Quick Tip Week, Stretching Your Dollars, Uncategorized Tagged With: haircut

2012 Third Quick Tip Week: Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut

October 19, 2012 by Tracy

Free Krispy Kreme doughnut - Halloween
Free Krispy Kreme doughnut - Halloween

Photograph Credit: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Quick Tip Week continues! Hope this week of shorter posts highlighting one tip in each category helps you in using time wisely.

For series already in progress, I will continue with the next segment following our Quick Tip Week.

Embrace this week, add your tips in the comments, and continue using time wisely!

Quick Tip #6: Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut

Per Krispy Kreme Doughnut’s Facebook Page:

Visit any participating Krispy Kreme location and show us your costume and receive a free doughnut.

Dressing up as who knows who? A fairy, a goblin, or something that boos.

Wear your favorite costume to Krispy Kreme on October 31st to receive your FREE Halloween or Pumpkin Spice Doughnut. No purchase necessary.

Find a store near you- http://locations.krispykreme.com/.

Offer good for one doughnut per customer at participating stores on October 31st only.

Visit http://KrispySkremes.com/ to see all of our haunting delicious treats.

This offer is good in the United States and Canada. Now off to choose a costume and a delicious doughnut. Enjoy!

Question: Do you plan to dress up on Halloween?

Filed Under: Quick Tip Week, Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities, Uncategorized Tagged With: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

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