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Other Thoughts on Black Friday

For some, today is not about shopping the biggest sales of the year. Many people will avoid making any purchases because today has also been designated, “Buy Nothing Day,” an event encouraged by AdBusters Magazine (but apparently not MTV). While the spirit of the event seems to make sense, avoiding commercialism, I have to wonder… does it really have an impact on retailers’ bottom lines? It may in fact hurt Friday’s sales, but won’t people simply stock up in advance or by more on Saturday and following days? People are going to buy Christmas presents, decorations, party foods, wrapping paper, … Continue reading →

What are you doing on this Black Friday?

Did you wake up before dawn reciting your attack strategy in your head as you dressed for the biggest shopping day of the year? Were you one of the brave ones who fearlessly faced the crowds vying for great gifts at unbelievable prices? If so, I hope it was all you expected. I’m taking the day off not only from Black Friday but also from housework. I have no houseguests this year, so cleaning will be minimal and there are plenty of leftovers so while some warming up may occur, there will be no cooking. I am going to eat … Continue reading →

Walmart Black Friday Ads (3)

The Walmart Black Friday Specials are now available. Take a look at this list and check off your bargains. Ready, set, go!Items are grouped by type. This is page 3. Acer 20″ LCD Widescreen Monitor: $168.00 24 DVD Sets Season 1: $19.96 24 DVD Sets Season 2: $19.96 24 DVD Sets Season 3: $19.96 24 DVD Sets Season 4: $19.96 24 DVD Sets Season 5: $19.96 Assorted DVDs: $2.96 Assorted Hit DVDs: $5.88 Assorted Recent DVD Titles: $9.72 Beyonce Live DVD: $9.72 Casino Royale DVD: $9.72 Dale Earnhardt CD And DVD Collection: $24.96 Da Vinci Code DVD: $5.88 Eragon DVD: … Continue reading →

Walmart Black Friday Ads (2)

The Walmart Black Friday Specials are now available. Take a look at this list and check off your bargains. Ready, set, go! Items are grouped by type. This is page 2. Compaq Presario Desktop Bundle w/1GB RAM / 120GB HD / 17″ LCD Monitor: $398.00 Dell I1501P-H003W 15.4″ Laptop Computer: $598.00 Dell Inspiron I531DTP-H003W Desktop Computer With 19″ Widescreen LCD: $598.00 HP Pavilion DV6629WM-B 15.4″ Notebook Bundle w/1GB RAM / 160GB Hard Drive: $798.00 Digital Concepts Camera Bag With Bonus Battery Charger And Cleaning Kit: $11.47 HP Photosmart 5MP Digital Camera And Photo Printer Bundle: $119.00 Kodak EasyShare C713 7.1 … Continue reading →

Walmart Black Friday Ads (1)

The Walmart Black Friday Specials are now available. Take a look at this list and check off your bargains. Ready, set, o! Items are grouped by type. This is page 1. Gerber 2 Pack Blanket Sleeper For Boys: $7.00 Gerber 2 Pack Blanket Sleeper For Girls: $7.00 Gerber 2 Pack Blanket Sleeper For Infant Boys: $7.00 Gerber 2 Pack Blanket Sleeper For Infant Girls: $7.00 Girls’ Or Infant/Toddler Two Piece Character PJ Set:$5.00 Infant And Toddler Christmas Fleece Top Or Pants: $3.00 Eight Piece Comforter Set Any Size: $49.00 HomeTrends 400 Thread Count Cotton Sateen Sheet Set: $29.00 Mainstays Two … Continue reading →

Kohl’s Black Friday Ad (4)

Ready for Black Friday? Check out this advanced ad for Black Friday at Kohls. This is page 4. Shoes for Men: $19.99 Early bird special Birthstone Babies Charms: $15.99 Early bird special Dockers Cordursy Blazers: $59.99 Early bird special Chaps V-neck Sweaters for Misses: $19.99 Early bird special Traveling Golf Bag: $39.99 Early bird special Mockneck and Turtleneck Tops for Men: $7.99 Early bird special Sonoma Crewneck Tees for MIsses and Petites: $6.99 Early bird special Arrow Shirt Jackets for Men: $24.99 Early bird special Stamp Collections for Misses: 50 percent off Early bird special Axist/Hagger Q/Sonoma lift+style/Croft & Barrow: … Continue reading →

Kohl’s Black Friday Ad (2)

Ready for Black Friday? Check out this advanced ad for Black Friday at Kohls. The store opens at 4 am! This is page 2. Reebok Shoes for Women: $24.99 Early bird special L.A. Gear Shoes for Women: $15.99 Early bird special Corduroy and Cropped Pants for Misses: 60 percent off Early bird special Graphic Fleece Tops for Young Men: 60 percent off Early bird special Villager & Carthy Daniels Collection for Misses: 50 percent off Early bird special Leather Jackets or Parkas for Misses: $47.99 Early bird special Character 4-pc Slumber Sets: $17.99 Early bird special Active Pants for Juniors: … Continue reading →

Toys R Us Black Friday Deals (4)

Shopping on Black Friday this year? Check out the Toys R Us Deals for 2007! Toys R Us opens at 5 am on Black Friday. This is page 4 of the deals. Spin Master R/C Plane Value Pack: $39.99 Early bird special Barbie Fairy 2-Pack: $9.98 Pirates of the Caribbean Action Figures – B1G1 Free Stats XXL 10 Pin Bowling Set: $14.99 Early bird special Hot Wheels Performance Track Set: $23.99 Early bird special First Act 61-key Electronic Keyboard: $49.99 All Niko 1:16 Scale R/C Cars: $12.99 Early bird special Spy Gear Spy Shooter Super Set: $24.99 Early bird special … Continue reading →

Christmas Shopping: Give the Gift of Literacy!

Radio stations are already playing Christmas music and the stores are stocking the shelves with everything from ornaments to candy, cards to jewelry. Even though we haven’t made it to Thanksgiving yet, the yuletide season is upon us and many shoppers are working on their lists now, to avoid the rush later on. As you look over your gift-giving needs and contemplate what to give Aunt Gladys or little Johnny, may we here in Media Reviews suggest that you give books this year? The ability to read is one of our most choice blessings. Of all the skills we can … Continue reading →

Wooden Train Table and Trains Deal!

Shop early for the holidays and take advantage of this great deal on one of the most beloved types of toys. Kids love those wooden train sets, especially when they are mounted on a nice sturdy table that is right at kids height. Whenever we go into any kind of toy store that has one of those sets, my kids immediately gravitate toward it, even though they are three different ages. There is just something about the trains that is fun. I don’t know if it is the bridges or the stations or the feel of the trains themselves, but … Continue reading →