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Keeping the Castle - Housekeeping & Homemaking Tips

August 5th, 2008

Two Weeks Worth of CVS Savings

The savvy CVS shoppers I know make it a point to visit and shop there at least once a week. Last week, there weren’t many deals, except for candy. So that’s what I stocked up on to generate a decent amount of Extra Care Bucks (ECBs). Here’s a summary of last week’s transactions:
Transaction 1 […]

By Maricar -- 3 comments

August 4th, 2008

Basic College Essentials

There have been reminders going my way about the coming school year: back-to-school sales, which I’ve been taking advantage of, as you should; my son’s list of things to bring to the first day of class. Everything he needs would fit nicely in a backpack. Not so for the college student, especially one who will […]

By Maricar -- 0 comments

August 2nd, 2008

The Winner of the Domino Magazine Subscription

Thanks to everyone who threw their names into the hat to win a 1-year subscription to Domino magazine!
I picked the winning comment using random.org. And the number that was picked was:

#85! Congratulations to Patti!
PattiJul 30, 2008 at 6:26 pm
This magazine is wonderful. I’ve picked it up a few times, but don’t subscribe! Thanks […]

By Maricar -- 0 comments

August 1st, 2008

Today’s Useful Links (8-01-08)

I’ve been reading some useful info at several blogs today. Here are some, which I know you’ll enjoy too!
* 101 green changes to save some green (written for small business owners, but totally applicable to the home) at Greener Assets
* No-bake Mango Griddle Scones from Baking Delights
* Turn old uniforms into a cool diaper bag, […]

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August 1st, 2008

Hot Beverage Maker from Braun Tassimo

Even coffee-makers are smarter these days. As example is the Braun Tassimo Coffee Maker can deliver coffee, tea, espresso, hot chocolate, cappuccinos and lattes. Discs containing measured ingredients for your drink of choice are brewed perfectly each time. The secret are barcodes in the discs. The machine reads the barcode and knows the temperature, amount […]

By Maricar -- 0 comments

July 31st, 2008

A Mobile Office for People who Work from Home

Working from home presents certain challenges with regards to separating work and family life. To maximize productivity, it’s best to set aside an area for storing files, references, and projects, as well as actually doing the work you need to do. The best solution is to have an entire office or at least, a dedicated […]

By Maricar -- 3 comments

July 30th, 2008

More Freebies from the Bloggy Giveaways

Have you visited the Bloggy Giveaways? There are lots of cool and lovely stuff you can win at the participating blogs! Here are some you may want to visit:
* Coach Soho Multi Print Hobo Bag from La Vie de Laurie
* SweetPea3 MP3 player from Mom Most Traveled
* Gifts from a Jar cookbooks (2) from […]

By Maricar -- 2 comments

July 29th, 2008

Bloggy Giveaway - Domino Magazine Subscription

It’s the week of the Bloggy Giveaways! Here at Keeping the Castle, there’s a 1-year subscription to Domino magazine for one lucky reader!
 
Domino is my current fave homemaking and decor magazine. I find a lot of inspiration in the pages of this magazine. If you want to win this giveaway, just leave a comment. […]

By Maricar -- 172 comments