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Christmas Shopping, Almost Done!

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC

With a sigh of relief, I have completed, almost all of my Christmas shopping.  Keeping a list, not going overboard, but, sticking to the plan.  Staying within my budget and still, making everyone happy.  No, I am not giving out many giftcards!

Left my house this morning, at 5:30am.  My first store to hit was Sam's Club.  They, actually, were serving breakfast to all members!  Nice touch!  The coffee was welcomed by everyone!  They had many things marked down, for this special day, but, I only purchased the few that I had on my list.  I, also, ordered my Christmas photo cards.  This weekend, Sam's Club, is offering 100 photo cards for $15.00!  Whoo Hoo!

They had television sets, really marked down!  Cameras, laptops, desktops, printers, ink cartridges, toys, books, and more, were offered at deeply discounted prices.  I did appreciate that there was a good supply of product.  You didn't have to worry that you had missed out.

Next, on to BJ's.  A few things for my, now 6 month old, GrandSon, and I was done. 

I am grateful for the savings that they offered.  I totalled up my receipts and found that I had saved, more than $100.00, between both clubs.

The items that are left on my list, will need to be purchased elsewhere and that's okay. 

Sorry, that I cannot let you know which products I saved on, but, I wouldn't want to give away the surprise of Christmas to anyone who is receiving a gift from me.

Hope that you have a good start on your Christmas gift list!  Today was a good day to go shopping:) 

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Sharing the good life,

Frances   

Oh, By the Way...if you know of someone who could use my good services, please send me their contact information.  I will follow-up and take good care of them for you.  I am never to busy for you or your referrals!

 

Comments(6)

Todd & Devona Garrigus
Garrigus Real Estate - Beaumont, CA
Broker / REALTORS®

Fran - You have more guts than me shopping on Black Friday! Congratulations! There's nothing like knowing your Christmas shopping is done! :)

Nov 26, 2010 04:15 AM
Ann Allen Hoover
RE/MAX Advantage South - Hoover, AL
CDPE SRES ASP e-PRO Realtor - Homes for Sale - AL

Hi Fran!  Congratulations......it's a good feeling to have some of that shopping behind you.  I won't be shopping today!  A week and a half ago I had not bought the first gift, but I'm pretty happy with what I've accomplished since then.

Nov 26, 2010 04:22 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Fran

That's the way to go, it always feels good to get the Christmas shopping done.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Nov 26, 2010 11:55 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Frances, I wish I could say that we were done with Xmas shopping but we are just getting started.  Sounds like you got great buys today.

Nov 26, 2010 12:53 PM
Carol Letcher
Desert Properties Realty - Chandler, AZ
Owner/Broker

Hi Fran, I also completed most of my shopping yesterday, but I left home at a more "reasonable" hour!!! Costco was giving away free cookbooks (never seen them do that before) which was an unexpected treat.  I spent the evening last night doing the Christmas tree and baking for clients that were on the list today to visit.  Enjoy the weekend!

Nov 27, 2010 06:30 AM
Frances C. Rokicki
Fran Rokicki Realty, LLC - Bolton, CT
Broker-Mentor,CRS

Garrigus, I just started doing this shopping excursion on Black Friday, in the last few years.  Have to pinch those pennies (dollars).  So, I have made several changes to survive the economy.

Ann, It does make you feel good to get it done!  Have a wonderful holiday!

Lou, Yes, staying in control with the shopping is key:)

George, Remember, my kids are grown up and this is all new for me:)  It does give me a good feeling:)  Oh, and our new Grandson, is done, too:)  He is such a joy that it's hard to wait with the gifts!

Carol,  Nice!  You are now, ahead of me!  Baking for your clients is so good! 

 

Nov 28, 2010 02:04 AM