JazzMama

Nope - it's one of our paid holidays

My family - thinks it's completely normal My husband and his family - think it's completely crazy My coworkers - look at me like I'm from another planet

Well, I answered $200+ because I do have Christmas Club/bonus set aside (even though it's not been received yet), BUT all my BF purchases are going on a credit card, so I guess I have more than one answer.

Thanks OP! Got a Cabelas PS2 game for a stocking stuffer for less than $9 shipped. Everything else I tried was out-of-stock.

I have my GottaDeal BF shopping list (makes it soooo much easier to have everything together) and a wristlette that has my cell phone, car/house keys, debit/credit card, and drivers license (since it goes around my wrist and is very small, I can palm it in my hand and don't have to worry)

Jeans, long-sleeve t, jacket, gloves, (AND THE MOST IMPORTANT) comfy shoes

It honestly depends on the ads. I am, almost always, out at the stores by no later than 4:15. Last year, I think I was home by 10:00.

I people watch when I'm waiting to get in, plastic to be cut @ Walmart, and waiting to pay. Otherwise, the only time I see anyone is if they're about to run into me (I'm a very focused shopper )

Unfortunately, we don't get our Christmas bonus until the middle of December. However, I'm planning on using a 0% int credit card for BF purchases and then pay it off with the bonus, so I guess

We usually stop for breakfast. Then, when I get home, I rest for a little bit. Then, it's nothing but holiday music and decorating for the rest of the weekend!

Jonesboro, AR

I usually wait until the day after (Saturday) to wrap.

Wow - lucky you! Mine was down to 50% at Jonesboro,AR. I still ended up getting a few more packages of markers, crayons,etc. Our house can never have enough of those. Also, they've marked the Senseo Mild Roast pods to 50% off, making them $1.98 (there's been a few $1/2 coupons floating around for awhile, so it's a good time to use them)

Nice site - found lots of info. Thanks to all of you for your help! Keep it coming

Found the following today (forgive any repeats; I haven't read through the latest postings): OFF active lotion $1.38 Franklin Croquet set (comes in zippered case) $3.75 Extra-long twin sheet set 200tc $9.08

My husband and I have finally decided to try to plan a trip to Walt Disney World during Christmas 07. We'd like to go ahead and start saving up and planning our stay. Does anyone have any tips on who to contact for hotel/ticket/possible dining packages or how to get some really good discounts? We haven't decided whether or not we'll fly or drive, but any tips on airline tickets would be greatly appreciated also. Please reply or PM me with any information or links. TIA!

Well, that did it (my bed is also a queen size) - placed my order today. I can't wait!

New item for my Christmas/Birthday closet: My Little Pony PC Play pack including Baby Pony, Sparkleberry Swirl (Reg price $19.99) $4.98 Item description: Ponyville comes to live on your PC! Spend the day with one of four beautiful ponies and help them get ready for the Friendship Ball. Choose from Sunny Daze, Sky Wishes, Pinkie Pie or Sparkleworks. Help with over 20 important jobs. Choose hairstyles, jewelry, and clothing. Decorate the Celebration Castle. Bake a cake at the Cotton Candy Cafe. Print out coloring pages, cake recipes, and party invitations.

I think either my store found a new stash or something! I went in this morning to kill some time and came out with some great Christmas presents and stocking stuffers... LiteBrite My Little Pony sheets $0.98 (reg $3.99) Mermadia dress-up shoes $0.74 (didn't have reg price) Barbie Pegasus doll - didn't scan, but tried to check-out anyway. The girl asks what I'm willing to pay; I asked her what was fair? She gave it to me for $2.00 (I think around Christmas, this was maybe $15-20). I'm so doing the happy dance now!

I guess mine is more of a color theme. We have alot of jewel-tone blown glass ornaments and tabletop pieces. We also have lots of pine sprigs/berries and crystal candleholders on all of the tables, entertainment center, etc. My main thing, though, is having lots of holiday-scented candles lit nearly every evening. Last year it was the pine tree scent from Bath&Body Works, but who knows for this year.

Wow - my store was completely wiped (although I did meet a woman with 2-cartloads full, so maybe she was the one who got to it all ), but I did get the Fairytopia Mermaidia Barbie for $2.98! Also, picked up (2) of the Circo tank tops in the girls' section for 75% off ($1.24/each). My daughter loves to sleep in these. Their bulk houshold items are currently 15% off (hoping to catch some of these on 30-50%), but would definitely be a good time to go through your coupons to save alot.

Got it - YAY!

Quite a bit of patio stuff @ 75% still at my store (Jonesboro, AR), but nothing really caught my eye. I did get the following, however: Trivial Pursuit Disney edition $12.48 (I know it might go down to 75%, but I've been wanting it for awhile now, so ...) Cover Girl Advance Radiance foundation w/ Olay sample $2.42 2-pk Gillette Fusion shave gel and aftershave set $4.24

Thanks - was running low on mascara anyway. Great deal!