CheapJules

We always hit Staples first, and our always out within 5 minutes. One year we scored many free after rebate items, over $60 worth. Then on to Sears for clothing deals. In the past, we've done Best Buy, but they dont' have anything that worth the 2-3 hour wait in line to me. Since my kids are older, I don't have to brave the lines at KB or TRU anymore either. We also really like going to CVS, Walgreens, Brooks, the smaller stores. They're rarely busy but have great hidden finds!

My daughter & I don't eat right away since we leave at 4 a.m. Around 6:30 after we've hit a few stores, it's a tradition to grab Dunkachinos from Dunkin Donuts though! Sometimes we grab a bagel or donut too, and keep shopping. Later in the morning, we grab a light lunch. Last year Old Navy was giving out energy bars and coupons, good idea! I see lots of store giving out munchies now!

I'm still sittin on 2 of the knife sets from L&T's, still in boxes of course.