Pandora's Casket

Everyone that knows me knows that for years I have been shopping on line for the ease of it all. I like the ability to sit comfortably shopping for the items that I am looking for. No crowds, no hassles. This year on line shopping at Kmart is even better!

They have so many specials for those of us that shop on line it is nearly unbelievable. Take for example the special on Attention Women's Kimono Wrap Sweater for one of those special ladies on your list. They are nicely made and in lovely colors. Sure to be a gift that they will love. You are able to earn an extra 10% off online only (search ID# 70198911). A really good deal. My oldest daughter, Sab's would love to have one or even two of those to wear on chilly winter nights.

Browsing along I found many, many deals for us on line shoppers. There is even an ornament that has extra savings when you find it. Rather like a scavenger hunt! How fun is that? This ornament will be shown each with a secret coupon code to use at check out.

As I ventured further on the site, the one thing that I was looking for were new bedding for my youngest daughter Shay. She has been complaining (A LOT) about her ratty old sheet sets that she owns. Since she is going to buy a new bed I thought some really pretty bedding would be perfect for her. I found a sale on this as well. I looked at the Abbey Hill bedding Medallion Dream bedding collection. Finding the perfect set for her! AND I get an extra 30%taken off! This is for those that shop online only (search ID# 96096112).

Since I have a lot of gifts to buy from young ladies to young boys I found great deals in most of the departments. I mad some stops at the boys department and found some great deals on boys tops. Nick will like the shirts I found for him.

Time is running out on these great discounts. The special discounts do end for online discounts on November 26th. Since it is on line you have some time left.

There are great deals to be had by shopping on line. Kmart is giving those on line shoppers a great perk!

All discounts are shown in the shopping cart, not the actual product page. So when you see that do not be alarmed. The discount will be given.

Start your shopping tonight to catch a few fabulous deals for tomorrow!

Let me tell you this prep day has been so long.

My children all helped with a few things that needed to be done. Jamie made a rhubarb pie for tomorrow. Of course, those that tasted the rhubarb and compared with sour war heads. haha
It looks absolutely tasty though. A very pretty pie for a first time pie maker.

The rest was the things that I had to prepare. I started the broth for the stuffing and the gravy. I use a vegetable stock of onions, celery, tomatoes (fresh) and garlic. Along with the parts of the turkey that makes the children go ewwww. It gives the stuffing and gravy a flavorful taste. Much better than plain chicken or turkey stock. I found that recipe last year watching Martha Stewart.

The first turkey is completely cooked. Thank Eros for that. The worst part was fighting with one of the cats, DC. She would not leave the home made bread cubes alone. I mean come on, it's dried bread for God's sake! A couple of times I wanted to shove her out the door.

I am just happy I have completed as much as I did.

Tomorrow is the main cooking day. Yuck

Our men and women that are serving our grand country are wishing for a special Christmas for their families. Most are asking for shoes, coats and toys for the children. As they are over seas they wish their families to have a great Christmas even while they are not there. Maybe due to special circumstances, as there were some that I read, or just the need to please, their stories are heart warming and may bring a tear to your eye.

Such was the case of the man with the family of 9 in Texas. Heart warming to say the least.

It is easy to donate. Simply place the dollar amount in and that is that. Sears sends out equal amounts of funds in the form of gift cards to all the families. When I checked the site they already have had over 525,000 donations. The families that will be helped are well over 30,000.

This is certainly a cause that is justified for the holiday season. With Sears being trusted and well known you are assured that the funds that you donate go exactly where they say it will.

Donate to the families that are in need for our fine and courageous service men and women. Making a special Christmas for them and their families!

Well, it is here. Thanksgiving preparation day.

Today I spend most of the day and evening doing all the prep work for tomorrow. I am also cooking that extra turkey.

I think that is one reason that I do not like T-Day. To much cooking. Although for two days the aroma in the house is wonderful.

I will take the lap top down stairs so I can work as well as cook. Only a half day for me