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Pizza Hut announces 10.00 Pizzas in 2010 #giveaway

January 6, 2010 By 757 Comments

Pizza Hut you are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when skies are gray. I love Pizza Hut. We try different brands of pizza, I’ve blogged about different brands of pizza. But, I always come back to my favorite. That’s right, it’s yummy Pizza Hut. Now, the last time I ordered pizza from there. I had a heart attack. I mean, did the prize of pizza really get that high. Remember when you can get to large one tipping pizza’s for 15.99? Was it really that long ago? Well, Pizza hut must have read my mind and realized that a price reduction was in order. Not as low as in my dreams but in reality that price was in 1994. So wanna hear the scoop?

Pizza Hut is starting the new year off right with an amazing deal for Pizza Hut fans — now any pizza from Pizza Hut is just $10. That means customers can order any size pizza, with any crust and any toppings for $10. For only a dollar more, customers can get Stuffed Crust Pizza.

So go crazy! Get the largest size with as many toppings as you want. We’ll still only get a very plain pizza because I have a picky family member but, that doesn’t mean you should hold back.

"We are excited to kick off 2010 with a delicious value for our customers," said Scott Bergren, Pizza Hut President and Chief Concept Officer. "Any way you slice it, no other pizza can compare to the satisfaction and taste you get from Pizza Hut. Our customers have known and loved our signature recipes for years, and now they can get their favorite pizzas from Pizza Hut for just $10."

For ten bucks, pizza fans will be able to pick any size pizza they want, select from more than a dozen topping options, and choose from Pizza Hut’s signature crusts – including Pan Pizza, Hand Tossed Style Pizza, and Thin ‘N Crispy® Pizza. All Pizza Hut specialty pizzas, such as Meat Lovers® and Supreme, are also included in the deal. For a dollar more, customers can enjoy Pizza Hut’s signature crust, Stuffed Crust Pizza.

Pizza Hut’s $10 offer will be available for a limited time and no coupon is required.

Those in need of pizza inspiration can go to pizzahut.com where they can build the pizza of their dreams, ask @pizzahut what to order at twitter.com/pizzahut, or request suggestions by writing on our wall at facebook.com/pizzahut. Or you can always ask me. I worked in pizza sales for about seven years.

About Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut, America’s Favorite Pizza, delivers more pizza, pasta and wings than any other restaurant. The only pizza company to be named a top ten franchise in 2009 by Entrepreneur Magazine, Pizza Hut began 50 years ago in Wichita, Kansas and today operates more than 10,000 restaurants in over 90 countries. Pizza Hut, Inc. is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc. ( YUM). To check out what’s new at Pizza Hut visit pizzahut.com. 

To Enter:

Tell me what your favorite kind of pizza is, toppings, size and how many do you like to order?

Follow Pizza Hut on twitter (2 extra entries)

Extra Entries:

Advertise this giveaway on any giveaway site and tell me where you advertised it. 10 Extra Entries
Subscribe to my blog (recommended so that you don’t miss winner’s announcements) 
Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
Blog or facebook about the giveaway include a link to me and to the sponsor for 10 extra entries
Tweet about the giveaway and include a link to the giveaway.
Comment on any other non giveaway post and come back and tell me you did
Use any of the Share options at the bottom of this post: (two entries for each one)
Add my button/blog to your blogroll/friend list 3 extra entries
Email anyone you know to tell them about the giveaway include a link to the giveaway, carbon copy louise@looksblue.com (1 extra per e-mail address)

Leave a comment for every entry

The contest will run until January 25th  11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org. All rules can be found under giveaway rules.

 

Pizza hut is providing the prize and I will receive a 10.00 gift card for hosting this giveaway.

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Winners for Jan 4th giveaways.

January 6, 2010 By 3 Comments

Another Last minute Gift Idea BBC TV Favorites Holiday #Giveaway

December 21, 2009 · Filed Under giveaway · 904 Comments (Edit)

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    • Last Minute Stocking Stuffer Audiovox EarBudeez, The Cool Headphones #giveaway

    December 19, 2009 · Filed Under christmasguide, giveaway · 566 Comments (Edit)

    Donna K on January 4th, 2010 11:57 pm (Edit)

    follow on twitter (donnak4)

    Melissa and Doug Lemonade Stand reversible Grocery Store #giveaway

    December 19, 2009 · Filed Under giveaway · 1,188 Comments (Edit)

    Angela G on January 3rd, 2010 8:07 pm (Edit)

    I follow Melissa and Doug on twitter ag1414

    Celebrate the New Year Entertaining with Jimmy Dean Sausage Recipes #giveaway

    December 19, 2009 · Filed Under giveaway · 560 Comments (Edit)

    Anita W. on January 1st, 2010 10:57 am (Edit)

    I love the holiday cheese & sausage balls, but my favorite way to eat sausage is with gravy and scrabbled eggs at breakfast.

    50.00 American Express Giveaway sponsored by Flit.com

    December 19, 2009 · Filed Under giveaway · 1,192 Comments (Edit)

    anne on December 19th, 2009 4:20 pm (Edit)

    They have all my faves– amazon, ebay, target, the list goes on. Great find!

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    Mom Start Saving Guest Post: Elizabeth Cutten, My Ultimate Guide to Finding Coupons

    January 6, 2010 By 4 Comments

    This is a guest post brought to you by Elizabeth Cutten. she helps write, and manage Find Cash Backwards, a blog that showcases the best ways to find coupons, and more.

    My Ultimate Guide to Finding Coupons

    From an early age, when I grew up with my parents, I always knew that it was wrong to purchase things at full price. Since I saw my Mom, and Dad use coupons on EVERYTHING, I knew it was just silly to go purchase something for full price, because I knew I could get a great deal. Today, I want to show you how you can save more than 10-20% on your purchase every time. Let me walk you step by step on how you should purchase something online.

    Get the right price: Before you even start shopping, you should know what you have in mind. Don’t just head to a store for the fun of it, and purchase. Instead, you’ll want to find the best price possible on that product. You’ll want to use something such as PriceGrabber.com that will find the best price across the board. Use this to your advantage.

    Have a cash back account: If you’re not earning cash back on your purchases, you’ll want to start doing this immediately. You can sign up with companies such as Ebates.com, FatWallet, or my personal favorite, Bank of America’s AdditUp. AdditUp is my favorite because they put the cash back savings right into your savings account, and they also offer some of the best rates possible in terms of cash back.

    What is a cash back account?

    Let me touch on this really quick. Let’s say that you wanted to purchase something from Sears. What you’ll do is log into your account, look for sears, and see how much you’re going to get back. With Bank of America, I would get 6% of my purchase back. I’ll click on the link, and do my shopping.

    Browse for coupon codes: Coupons are everywhere, and no matter what you’re buying, you’re going to be able to save. Before you ever buy something online, make sure you always look for coupon codes. A simple Google search, such as “(company name) coupon codes” will suffice. When you do this search though, make sure you look at the recent results on Google, to ensure that you get fresh results.

    Buy your coupons: If you’re extremely patient like me, you can buy your coupons. This sounds silly, doesn’t it? Let me explain though. You’re going to want to head to eBay, and search for coupons. I’ve searched for everything, and anything, and there’s always a coupon! Bid on it, but make sure you’re not paying too much, and wait for it to arrive.

    Get a cash back credit card: Credit cards aren’t evil. You can save money with them, especially if you have a rewards card. For example, my Chase card will give me 1%-3% back on my purchases. As long as you pay your bill off in full, you can take full advantage. Make sure that you make your purchases with a card like this at the checkout. If you want, you can always bill pay the card right away, so that you don’t forget.

    How I saved just the other day…

    My nephew the other day wanted some clothes from American Eagle. Since I couldn’t really do the PriceGrabber.com thing, I was able to still get a great deal. First off, I bought him 2 pairs of jeans. They were both marked at $39.50, for a total of $79. I headed off to eBay, bought a $50 gift card for $47.50, with free shipping. I then was able to find a 15% off my purchase, with free shipping. After the 15% was applied, it brought my total down to $67.15. I already saved $2.50 with the gift card.

    Here’s how it breaks down…

    · $79 x 15% off = $67.15

    · $50 gift card for $47.50 off eBay = $2.50 savings

    · $67.15 – 4% with Bank of America ($2.69) = $64.46

    · $64.46 – $2.50 (gift card savings) = $61.96

    Now, if I wouldn’t have done this, I would have paid $79, plus shipping, which would have brought my purchase to $80+. As you can see, with some patience, and research, I was able to save $20+ off 2 pairs of jeans. I’m hoping this guide works for you, and I’m hoping that you can save big bucks as well. Good luck!

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    Mastermind a game of logic review and #giveaway

    January 5, 2010 By 443 Comments

    additional product imageMastermind is a classic game of strategy. I’ve played it many times, it was one of my roommates favorite games. She and her boyfriend played it all the time in the apartment we lived in in college. I love logic games so it was fun to watch them play and fun to play myself. It’s still a great game. I was recently sent one of these games to review but since I already know all about it I’m going to donate it without opening. it. Thanks to Pressman, I am able to make this donation and offer one to giveaway to one of you.

    But first, let’s make sure you know how to play the game:

    This game is for two players only and is for ages 8 plus, but you know your child and their ability at logic. So use your judgment. Just know that there are small pieces in it and that they make a mastermind for kids. (ages 6 +)

    It’s the Codemaker vs the Codebreaker

    You set up your code and your opponent must guess  you code in a certain amount of turns.

    The code is made up of four pegs. You choose your code based on six different colors in the order and pattern of your choice. The codebreaker has 10 chances to duplicate your code based on clues you provide. You provide clues or feedback rather on the responses that the codebreaker made as guesses. Did he get two colors right? One color right? There are more than 2,000 possible code combinations and every game can be a challenge. Which is why I love it so.

    When I was in college I remember my favorite professor used to complain about how they no longer teach logic in school. I was taught logic in school, but I went to a private school. Do they really not teach logic anymore? That’s insane. So if it’s true then get your children some games that will encourage logic. I find it a very important skill.

     

    Enter to Win one for yourself.

    To Enter:

    Visit Pressman and tell me what other games you might like to try from them. (required)

     

    Extra Entries:

    Advertise this giveaway on any giveaway site and tell me where you advertised it. 10 Extra Entries
    Subscribe to my blog
    Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
    Blog or facebook about the giveaway include a link to me and to the sponsor for 10 extra entries
    Tweet about the giveaway and include a link to the giveaway.
    Comment on any other non giveaway post and come back and tell me you did
    Use any of the Share options at the bottom of this post: (two entries for each one)
    Add my button/blog to your blogroll/friend list 3 extra entries
    Email anyone you know to tell them about the giveaway, carbon copy louise@looksblue.com (1 extra per e-mail address)

    Leave a comment for every entry

    The contest will run until January 25th  11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org. All rules can be found under giveaway rules.

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    Wordless Wednesday – Static

    January 5, 2010 By 51 Comments

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    Stay up to date and save money with the Home Depot Savings Newsletter

    January 5, 2010 By 2 Comments

    Home Depot Savings Newsletter

     

     

    Sign up to save money, see do it yourself projects, and what’s new at Home Depot.

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    Random Tuesday – one of my new changes for 2010

    January 4, 2010 By 17 Comments

    randomtuesday Random Tuesday Thoughts Im Talking A Lot Of Shit TodayOne of my new years resolutions was to grow my blog and to do that I think I need to reach out to more than just the giveaway crowd. I want to write, I love to write, I always have. I just never thought of it as a career before. I still don’t think of it as a career but it’s a nice hobby. Anyways, this leads me to writing about different things and having more family photos on my blog.

     

     

    Last night my husband said he noticed that I was putting more pictures up. He wasn’t upset which shocked me. Instead he asked me what photo I chose yesterday, well, since yesterday was my daughter’s birthday I posted a ton of photos of her and didn’t really consider it a photo post.

    Thinking about my daughter turning three makes me think even more about the fact that I’m turning 30 this year. What a number, it’s stuck in my head. I just don’t know what to do with being 30. My husband asked me what I wanted to do for my birthday and I have no idea. I think I’d love to have a day at the spa and just be by myself. Get my hair done and relax. Which makes me think of that fact that I really could use a new hairstyle right now. I want to get my hair done before I go to Blissdom. If I was a company, I would look at me and say, that’s not my spokesperson right there. Not being the key word. Not that hair is a magic job in a bottle.

    I should probably go visit my mother for my birthday. Take the kids and spend two weeks in Florida. That would be a relaxing time if my mother didn’t work the whole time. I just not sure she would take any time off from her job. She seems to think no one can do it for her. I’m the same way though. When I was a manager, I didn’t trust anyone else to do it right. So I was a workaholic, but I think I’m a workaholic when it comes to this blog too.

    Will I ever learn?

    Link Up!

     

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    Nature’s Peak Premium Frozen Fruit Review and #giveaway

    January 4, 2010 By 165 Comments

    Nature’s Peak Frozen Fruit is the pinnacle of ease for mother’s. It’s pre-cut ready to eat fruit. You can blend it frozen and add it to yogurt for a smoothie or drop it into a salad or make a healthy dessert. I have a very difficult time with fresh fruit. One, we usually waste so much of it so I feel like I’m wasting money. My kids need fruit though. In fact, since summer time I would have to say that I haven’t even purchased any fruit. Shame on me.

    The Nature’s Peak line of premium frozen fruit offers your favorite varieties of fruit individually quick frozen at the peak of ripeness to preserve their color, shape, and taste. When they quick freeze it they don’t add any sugar so it’s like having fresh fruit. Now another thing they thought of for us mothers is that each variety comes ready to serve in a resalable pouch, making it easy and convenient. Everything I think should come in a resalable freezer bag. 

     

    One of the fruit flavors that I received was Berry Quartet. Now it’s not my favorite flavor, only because I hate little tiny seeds, but my kids love it. They love strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries. This fruit package is an excellent source of dietary fiber and provides a good source of vitamin C.

     

     

     

    Other Blend Flavors include:

    Paradise Fruit Medley

    Summer Fruit Salad

    Sun-Ripened Trio

    For a Single fruit sample we received the Sunburst Mango. It came with a yummy recipe on the back of the bag. You can find more fruit recipes on their site.

     

    Mango Black Bean Salsa

    Ingredients:

    • 1 (15.5 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen sweet corn, cooked according to package instructions, drained and cooled
    • 1/2 cup chopped red pepper
    • 1/3 cup chopped red onion
    • 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro
    • 2 cups Nature’s Peak™ Sunburst Mangoes, chopped into 1/4-inch cubes
    • 2-3 tbsps. fresh lime juice
    • 1/2 cup Smucker’s™ Sweet Orange Marmalade, or Smucker’s™ Guava Jelly
    • 1-2 serrano peppers, seeded, chopped, to taste

    Directions:
    1. COMBINE all ingredients in medium bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with lime-flavored tortilla chips or as an accompaniment to grilled fish, chicken, or pork.

    Only available in these locations:

    Link to locations listing:
    http://thedebroffdebrief.momcentral.com/2010/01/natures-peak-premium-frozen-fruit.html
    List of places where Nature’s Peak is available:
        Florida (All Regions)
        New England (All Regions)
        New Jersey (All Regions)
        Maryland (All Regions)
        Virginia (All Regions)
       Washington (Seattle Area)
       Oregon (Portland Area)
       California (Los Angeles, San Jose Areas)
       Arizona (Phoenix Area)
       North Carolina (South West Area)
       South Carolina (North West Area)
       Georgia (South East and North East Areas)
       Missouri (Northern Area)
       Louisiana (New Orleans Area)
       Arkansas (Little Rock Area)

    To Enter:

    Visit Nature’s Peak and tell me which single fruit or fruit blend you would like to try with your coupons.

    Extra Entries:

    Advertise this giveaway on any giveaway site and tell me where you advertised it. 10 Extra Entries
    Subscribe to my blog
    Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
    Blog or facebook about the giveaway include a link to me and to the sponsor for 10 extra entries
    Tweet about the giveaway and include a link to the giveaway.
    Comment on any other non giveaway post and come back and tell me you did
    Use any of the Share options at the bottom of this post: (two entries for each one)
    Add my button/blog to your blogroll/friend list 3 extra entries
    Email anyone you know to tell them about the giveaway, carbon copy louise@looksblue.com (1 extra per e-mail address)

    Leave a comment for every entry

    The contest will run until January 25th  11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org. All rules can be found under giveaway rules.

    Thanks to Mom Central and Nature’s Peak I received two samples of frozen fruit to try and two coupons for a giveaway. In addition, Mom Central sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

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    Read about BooYah Baby Muff and a BooYAH Baby Stroller Liner #Giveaway

    January 4, 2010 By 245 Comments

    My readers can enjoy a 15 % off with this coupon code “BLD15off” until January 15, 2010!!

    As the leaves continue to fall and the air turns crisp, luxurious warmth is needed for little ones while they enjoy their outings with Mom and Dad!  BooYah Baby Muff is brand new, from your friends at BooYah Baby.

    About BooYah Baby Muff:

    clip_image001Adjustable for Newborns to Toddlers

    Universal fit for prams, strollers, & joggers

    Embroidered pre-cut 5-point harness holes

    Compatible with or without the BooYah Baby Stroller Liner

    Convenient middle zipper

    Luxurious minky fabric

    Water resistant outer layer

    Machine washable

    Versatile; opens to form a baby play mat once you reach your destination!

    A $99 retail value, on-the-go families everywhere will be keeping their little ones cozy and warm.  No more bulky coats to mess with, adjusting and re-adjusting the stroller straps over and over again to accommodate extra blankets and snow suits!  With an easy and convenient middle zipper {to get baby in and out}, the BooYah Baby Muff is perfect for traveling or simply taking a walk down the street!

    About BooYah Stroller Liners:

    clip_image002BooYah Baby makes fabulous designer baby accessories and all BooYah products make great baby GIFTS and REGISTRY gifts . The BooYah Stroller Liner is the chic and practical choice for the discerning Mom. “Save” your expensive stroller from the elements and everything your child can throw, OR spruce up an plain old stroller with some stylish and grace {best part, the liners are reversible!}; the BooYah Baby Stroller Liner and the new Baby Muff partnered together to create an ideal outing for all hip babies and their parents!  Our Stroller Pads protect and dress up any stroller. Choose a matching luxury blanket, bib, diapers & wipes case, burp cloth or hooded towel to go with your ORIGINAL BooYah Baby Stroller Liner.

     

     

     

    About BooYah Baby:

    Two hip moms (one from back East and one from Los Angeles) are both pushing their strollers down Robertson Boulevard one day, complaining about their ugly strollers and brainstorming a solution as they pass the Ivy. By the time they hit Melrose, they give birth to a brilliant new "necessary" for the fashion forward infants and toddlers in their lives: the stroller liner.  BOOYAH BABY IS FOR BABIES! BooYah Baby’s lead product is a stylish and practical stroller liner which comes in a variety of color combinations and is compatible with all the major stroller brands (Bugaboo, Maclaren, Peg Perego, Graco and more). We’ve even seen some pretty smart toddlers put them in and take them out themselves.

    BoohYah has offered one lucky reader a stroller liner (69.00 Value)

    To Enter:

    Visit BooYah Baby and tell me what color liner you would like to win.

    Extra Entries:

    Add the Baby Event Button to your blog or facebook (5 extra entries)

     

    Advertise this giveaway on any giveaway site and tell me where you advertised it. 10 Extra Entries
    Subscribe to my blog
    Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
    Blog or facebook about the giveaway include a link to me and to the sponsor for 10 extra entries
    Tweet about the giveaway and include a link to the giveaway.
    Comment on any other non giveaway post and come back and tell me you did
    Use any of the Share options at the bottom of this post: (two entries for each one)
    Add my button/blog to your blogroll/friend list 3 extra entries
    Email anyone you know to tell them about the giveaway, carbon copy louise@looksblue.com (1 extra per e-mail address)

    Leave a comment for every entry

    The contest will run until January 18th  11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org. All rules can be found under giveaway rules.

     

    BooYah Baby is providing the stroller liner for the giveaway, nothing was received for this post.

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    Meal Plan Monday – It’s Lasagna Week (w/linky)

    January 4, 2010 By 7 Comments

    We eat so little in my house that when I make a meal it lasts half the week. So this week will be easy and I’m grateful for that because I still need some rest and bending over is difficult.

    Monday – Lasagna

    Tuesday – Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

                  – Left Over Lasagna

    Wednesday – Peanut Butter and Jelly

                       – Left Over Lasagna

    Thursday – Destination Dinner’s Chicken Curry ( never got it made)

                   – Pancakes

    Friday – Left overs of some sort

    Saturday – Chili Cream Cheese Dip

    Sunday – Potato Soup

    Link up and I’ll come leave a comment on yours

    For more Meals visit the Org Junkie.

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