Thanksgiving For All

Thanksgiving is a time for togetherness... it's an occasion to be spent in the warm and loving company of family, loved ones and friends enjoying turkey roast and pumpkin pies with them. Thanksgiving is also an opportunity to renew the ties that bind us with the ones we love... it is a time for remembering, cherishing and being thankful for all the good things you have been blessed with. So it's time to say 'Happy Thanksgiving'

Thursday, November 23, 2006

Giving Heartfelt Thanks


Dear Heavenly Father,
Please make us an instrument of your peace; Where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. As we pray together today, let us remember that things don't happen over night. Let us not forget the struggles we all are going thru in this movement for economic injustice. Even if frustration may set in. Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart(Gal.6:9) Amen.
I began writing this blog purely out of my passion and great love for Thanksgiving. As a child, I was well aware of the history of our country and the efforts the Pilgrims put in to build a strong and worthy nation. But in order to impress upon me the true meaning of Thanksgiving, my mom wrote down some prayers in my little diary one fine morning and asked me to ponder over them. The true significance of Thanksgiving, an act of expressing thanks to the Supreme Creator for his unconditional love, grace and blessings through prayers, charity and goodwill dawned on me filling my heart with earnest gratitude. Life is not just about taking or asking for more. In fact, a simple act of thanking the Lord or donating for the upliftment of the poor and the underprivileged functions to accentuate the beauty of this world and our lives as well. Just visit these sites to help the less fortunate ones secure a meal on Thanksgiving:

I still find it hard to believe that this is my closing post but for all those who visited my blog and found it interesting and helpful, there is good news, I will be returning again next year with new and more intrigueing information on Thanksgiving. Besides, you all can check out my Christmas and recently launched Valentines Day blog as well. So, this is certainly not a word of farewell. However, I would like to thank all my visitors for considering me and my blog worthy of notice. May the first light of dawn bring immense happiness, love and success in your lives. May a rainbow of hope enwrap your homes and make all your dreams come true. A Prayer of Thanksgiving from me to all:

Dear Lord, Bless these angelic beings, and their families. Make their lives blossom with love, luck and happiness each day, every day and for years to come.

-Amen

Well, its now time for me and you all to immerse in the spirit of Thanksgiving with guests, friends and family.


The final preparation before the festive celebration has begun.


The sweet anticipation and joyous emotion has gripped everyone.


In this salubrious mood, there is only one thing left to say,

Happy Thanksgiving Day.

Labels: ,

Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Best deal jewelry


Décor plays an very important part. Be it exterior, interior or decorating oneself! Most of the people if you ask would definitely say that first impression makes a huge difference. Human beings have been decorating themselves with various kind of jewelry from ancient time. Jewelry plays an important part and parcel of women's trousseau. So beside only thinking about how to decorate your house and table spend some amount of dollar buying some exquisite jewelry for yourself and for your loved ones. The top 20 jewelry to spend for are:

  • 14k white gold Diamond 7 stone journey Pendant $ 179

  • 14k cultured freshwater black pearl strand $ 49.99

  • 14k gold ½ ct round diamond solitaire earrings $ 269.99

  • men's tungsten carbide beveled-edge ring $119.99

  • sterling silver large heart toggle bracelet $ 29.99

  • men's titanium band $ 42.99

  • 10-kt gold & 1/8-ct TW 33 stone diamond ring $ 55.99

  • 18k gold over sterling silver blue topaz and diamond set $ 32.99

  • women's 14k gold ½ ct.t.w diamond 2-piece bridal set

  • American flag lapel pin or tie pin $5

  • Bahamas 10 cent “bone fish” two tone gold on silver world coin tie track $25.95

  • gold tie clip with sparkling accent $ 55

  • knot shirt stud set $ 55

  • black onyx shirt stud set $75

  • new york two tone statehood quarter hinged money clip $ 34.95

  • Blair gift boxed cuff links men's $ 12.49

The best jewelry shops are:

    Asprey

725 Fifth Avenue, at 56th Street, 212-688-1811

With its regal Anglo crests and purple logo, Asprey stands out from the other glittering emporiums lining Fifth Avenue in the Fifties. The rocks are big and blinding, yes, but Asprey deserves credit for hiring exciting young designers (most famously Jade Jagger) to keep things from getting too “God Save the Queen.”

Tenthousandthings

137 West 19th Street, 212-352-1333

This place understands that not everyone needs their bling to show up on satellite. Wildly unusual stones are set in organic, delicate, perfectly wrought shapes. Look for colored diamonds cut into small, glittering beads, and charm necklaces that combine unusual, milky pearls.

Doyle & Doyle

189 Orchard Street, 212-677-9991

Unlike many antique and vintage jewelry stores, this Lower East Side shop, owned by two young sisters, one of whom is a gemologist, has nothing cluttered about it. Eras range from Edwardian to Art Nouveau, and there’s a great selection of estate and antique diamond engagement rings and wedding bands.

Borealis

229 Elizabeth Street, 917-237-0152

A beautifully curated boutique with jewelry by a number of up-and-coming designers. Everything is unusual, and there’s a nice range of price points. Where else could you find embroidered pewter and deer-hide bracelets made in the Laplands by Maria Rudman (under $200), and Susan Belle’s exquisitely detailed, gold and pearl filigree earrings under the same roof?

http://newyork.citysearch.com/bestof/winners/jewelry

http://www.ny.com/shopping/jewelry/

http://gonyc.about.com/od/shopping/p/tiffanys.htm

The count down has begun....are you ready with your shopping bags and comfort shoes...

10

9

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

God bless you and cheer all the way through!

Thanksgiving Recipes: Pumpkin Pie




A Thanksgiving feast is incomplete without food, wine and ofcourse pumpkin pie which adds the final touch of sweet but zestful spelendor. Take a look:

  • Perfect Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients:

  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
  • 1 (14 ounce) can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust


Directions:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Whisk pumpkin, EAGLE BRAND®, eggs, spices and salt in medium bowl until smooth. Pour into crust. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F and continue baking 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from crust comes out clean. Cool. Garnish as desired. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

  • Pumpkin Toffee Pie


Ingredients:

  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
  • 3/4 cup toffee baking bits
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 eggs


Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Sprinkle toffee bits into pie shell; set aside. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla and salt. Beat in the milk, cream and eggs until filling is smooth and creamy. Pour filling over toffee bits in pie shell. Place on baking sheet in the middle of the oven. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 90 minutes, or until filling is set and crust is golden brown.

  • Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients:

  • 9" pie shell
  • 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1-1/4 cups pumpkin puree (canned is fine)
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar,1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon , 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar, 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degree C.) In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1/4 cup sugar, then add vanilla and 1 egg. Beat mixture until light and smooth. Chill mixture for 30 minutes, then pour into pastry shell.In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined. Pour the pumpkin mixture over cream cheese layer in pie shell. Cover edges of crust with aluminum foil to prevent excess browning. Bake in 350 degree F oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil from edges and bake an additional 25 minutes. While pie is in oven, combine flour and 2 Tbsp. brown sugar in a small bowl. Mix well, then add softened butter and stir until ingredients are combined. Mix in pecans. Set pecan streusel aside. After pie has been in oven for 50 minutes, remove and sprinkle pecan streusel evenly over top. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and streusel topping is golden. 8 servings

  • Vermont Maple Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients:

  • 1-1/3 cups cooked, mashed pumpkin (one 15-oz. can)
  • 3/4 cup Pure Vermont Maple Syrup
  • 1-1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 unbaked pie shell
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ginger


Directions:

Beat or blend all ingredients thoroughly together. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake in 350 degree oven for 45 minutes or just until firm in the middle.

  • Streusal Topped Pumpkin Pie


Ingredients

1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin
  • 1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon, each ground ginger, nutmeg and salt
  • 1 (6-ounce) Keebler® Ready Crust® Graham Cracker Pie Crust
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter or margarine
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts


Directions:

Preheat oven to 425°. With mixer or wire whisk, beat pumpkin, Eagle Brand, egg, 3/4 tsp. cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt. Pour into crust.Bake 15 Minutes. Meanwhile, combine sugar, flour and remaining 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Remove crust from oven; reduce oven to 350°. Sprinkle streusel mixture over pie.Bake 40 minutes or until set. Cool. Serve warm or at room temperature. Refrigerate leftovers. Top with whipped cream.

For more check out :

http://www.pastrywiz.com/archive/category/pumpkin.htm

http://allrecipes.com/recipes/desserts/dessert-pies/pumpkin-pies/main.aspx

http://southernfood.about.com/od/pumpkinpies/r/?once=true&


Thanksgiving Mashed And Sweet Potato Recipes



Its time to rush through some last minute grocery shopping, bring out the large pots and pans and start chopping/mashing/ cooking the potatoes and other vegetables for the gala feast about to happen. How about checking out these sweet savoury recipes for the same:



  • Baked Cranberry Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients:
  • 8 sweet potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided use
  • 1 large firm but ripe pear, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
  • 4 teaspoons minced and peeled fresh ginger
  • 4 teaspoons (packed) light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheet with foil. Pierce potatoes in several places with fork; place on baking sheet. Bake until potatoes are tender, 55 minutes. Cool slightly. Place cranberries in small bowl; pour hot water over to cover. Let stand 5 minutes to soften. Drain. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pears and sauté until tender and golden. Stir in cranberries, pecans, ginger, and brown sugar; sauté 1 minute. Mix in 2 teaspoons vinegar and ½ teaspoon salt. Cut off top quarter of each potato lengthwise; discard tops. Using fork, gently mash pulp inside each potato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in small saucepan over low heat. Whisk in remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar. Drizzle about 1 teaspoon butter-vinegar mixture into each potato; mix with fork to blend. Mound cranberry mixture in sweet potatoes.

  • Apricot Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds Sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup Brown sugar -- packed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 cup apricot puree
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 2 tablespoons grated orange peel
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions:
Peel sweet potatoes. Cook until tender. Drain and cool. Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Stir in apricot puree, hot water and orange peel. Bring to a full boil stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in butter. Pour over potatoes until glazed. Refrigerate overnight. Bake covered in 375F oven for 25 minutes.

  • Sweet Potato Croquettes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes, about 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • fine dry bread crumbs, plain
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • oil for deep frying

Directions:
Combine mashed sweet potatoes, butter, salt, pepper, and brown sugar; beat until smooth and well blended. Chill thoroughly. Shape chilled mixture into croquettes. Mix slightly beaten egg with water. Dip sweet potato croquettes into crumbs, then into beaten egg mixture, then in crumbs again.
Fry in hot deep fat, about 370°, until sweet potato croquettes are golden brown. Drain well. Recipe for sweet potato croquettes serves 4.

  • Sweet Potato and Sausage Bake

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup apple sauce
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 pound link sausage, cooked and drained

Directions:
Mix sweet potatoes with applesauce, eggs, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon into a buttered shallow 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Arrange sausage on sweet potato mixture. Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.Serves 4.

For more check out http://southernfood.about.com/cs/sweetpotatoes/a/sweet_potatoes_2.htm

Mashed Potatoes

  • Crockpot Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 5 lbs. potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 2 slightly beaten egg whites
  • 3 Tbsp. Butter


Directions:
Cook the potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until they are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well and return to dry pot. Shake over low heat for about 1 minute. Then mash until there are no lumps.Beat in the cream cheese, sour cream, onion powder, salt, pepper and egg whites. Place potatoes in a greased 9x13" baking dish. Melt butter and drizzle over the potatoes. Cool for 20 minutes, cover and refrigerate up to 3 days. Take potatoes out of refrigerator about 3-1/2 hours before serving time. Place in crockpot. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours, stirring once or twice. They can be held an additional 30 minutes or more. 15 servings.

  • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 7 baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Place garlic cloves in a small baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, cover, and bake 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Boil a pot of lightly salted water. Add potatoes, and cook until tender. Drain, and transfer to a mixing bowl. Place roasted garlic, milk, Parmesan cheese, and butter into the bowl with the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Beat to desired consistency with an electric mixer.

  • Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered length-wise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 Tbsp heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp milk
  • Salt and Pepper

Directions:

Put potatoes into a saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add water until potatoes are covered. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 15-20 minutes, or until done - a fork can easily be poked through them. Warm cream and melt butter, together, either in microwave or in a pan on the stove. Drain water from potatoes. Put hot potatoes into a bowl. Add cream and melted butter. Mash the potatoes. Use a strong spoon to beat further adding milk. Salt and pepper to taste. Serves 4.


  • Bacon and Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes


Ingredients:

  • 3 slices bacon
  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or scallion tops, chopped

Directions:
Saute bacon in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes, or until crisp. Transfer to paper towels and drain, reserving 1 1/2 teaspoons drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. Cook potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water about 30 minutes, or until very tender. Drain well. Return potatoes to pot. Add buttermilk, reserved bacon and drippings and salt and pepper to taste. Mash and add chives. Serve hot.

Check out :

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Make-Ahead-Mashed-Potatoes-2/Detail.aspx

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

Thanksgiving Best Bargains in Gadgets and Gizmos



I have a recurring dream once every fortnight. I see myself in a room surrounded with the latest Apple iPods, Xbox 360, Laptops, Canon or Sony Digicams/ camcorders, the Zune software, Playstation 3 and Wii Ninetendo. Its like inhabiting paradise.Well, its time to fulfill these dreams and secret desires. Take a look at the latest hot gadgets below and enjoy the joyride:






Best Buy

  • Garmin nuvi 350 GPS Navigation System $499.99
  • Insignia 2GB Video Mp3 player 99.99
  • Hitachi 51" Widescreen HDTV (Projection) $699.99
  • PNY 1GB USB Flash Drive $14.99

Circuit City

  • Creative Labs 8GB Zen Photo Mp3 Player $129.99
  • Polaroid 2GB Secure Digital Memory Card $29.99
  • Optoma DLP Digital Media Projector and Projector Screen $449.99
  • Grey's Anatomy Season 1 DVD $8.99

Walmart

  • ilo 26-inch LCD HDTV $618.00
  • Sony PSP Video Game System 169.24 (Early Bird)
  • Fisher Price Can Play Piano Teaching System $64.77
  • Krempasky Blogging Workstation $49.96

Meijer

  • Sylvania 37-inch High Definition LCD TV $699.99
  • 24 TV Series DVD Seasons 1-4 $24.00 each
  • Samsung A503 Digital Camera $99.99

Target

  • Samsung Mini-DV Camcorder $179.99
  • Atari Flashback Game System $ 19.87

Check out:

www.consumerist.com/consumer/exclusive/best-black-friday-deals-215004.php

  • Xbox 360 Wireless Controller $37.99
  • Sony Playstation 2 Cordless action Controller $29.82
  • Sony Playstation 2 Silver console $129.99
  • Logitech Premium Stereo Headset with noise cancelling microphone $18.94
  • Canon Canoscan 8400F Flatbed Scanner $98.95
  • Guitar Hero SG Controller $29.95
  • Wireless Baby Monitor - IR/Color Cam & LCD Monitor $64.50

Home Theatre Systems


Digicams

  • Canon PowerShot A530 5MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom
    $149.00
  • Kodak EasyShare C530 5MP Digital Camera and EasyShare Series 3 Printer Dock Bundle
    $149.99
  • Sony Cybershot DSCW50 6MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom
    $279.99
  • Apple® - iPod™ nano 4GB* MP3 Player - Blue $199.99

  • Samsung - 2GB* MP3 Player and Image Viewer - Purple $149.99

  • Creative Labs - Zen V 2GB* MP3 Player - White/Green $119.99

  • CSIT DP001 Digital photo album with keychin $34.99
    It can store upto 56 pictures.
    Casio W87H-1V Casual Sports Watch $19.99

Laptops

    • Apple MacBook MA699LL/A 13.3" Notebook PC (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Combo Drive) – White
      $1099.99
    • Toshiba Satellite A105-S4284 15.4" Notebook PC (Intel Core Duo Processor T2050, 1 GB RAM, 100 GB Hard Drive, DVD SuperMulti Drive)
      $899.99
    • Sony mylo Personal Communicator COM-1 2.4" LCD- (White)
      $339.99

Gadget gifts for women

  • Chumby, WiFi Touchscreen Friend

  • Griffin Disko Ipod Cases

  • Laptop bags

    • Charisma Notebook Case $49.95
    • Clava Leather colored Vachett small tab tote handbag $124.99

  • Top ipod Accesoories

    • iTrip transmitter from Griffin $49.99
    • Nyko iboost battery pack for ipod $31.99

  • Stereos

    • Panasonic SC-PM53 Shelf System $99.00
    • JVC FS- Y1 Bookshelf Audio /Video Ststem $129.95

Digicams

  • Kodak easyshare CX7330 Zoom Digital camera $119.95
  • Hp Photosmart 435 $90.99- 97.00

For more gadgets and gizmo gifts for women, check out

Also take a look at the following for more on latest deals on gadgets:


Monday, November 20, 2006

Thrifty Gifts Within $75


Have you shopped for the gifts yet? No? Me too. I am waiting for 24th of November the “the “ day for shopping. Melissa( my cousin) will be accompanying me for shopping for gifts. As Christmas is not far off and there is no other spare day to shop i will fully exploit this golder opportunity. She has made a huge list of shops from where we can get gifts for all in much less price! Sounds interesting?? I thought why not share them with all of you. We all are finding the best way to bring smile on the face of the loved one's right? But we should also spend according to the budget. Some of the best deal gifts can be:

  • harvest centerpiece $59.95
  • blooming pumpkin $44.95
  • autumn amber bouquet $ 59.95
  • fall berries $ 69.95
  • gold trimmed roses $ 69.95

find out more on http://www.gifttree.com/holidays/Fall-Gifts.html

  • luxury spa basket $ 64.95 plus
  • mad about chocolate(gift basket) $49.45

GAP is offering huge discounts and the items are :

  • men's straight fit (mehanic blue) $ 49.99
  • industrial jeans ( blue crunch ) $ 29.99
  • light fade straight jeans $ 14.99
  • women's slouch jean $ 19.99
  • sleek nylon denim $ 19.99
  • boy's camo cargo pants $ 24.99
  • girl's sequined velvet skirt $ 24.99
  • girl's multi-stripe tights $5.99

Cutter and Bucks are offering with a wide variety of accessories:

  • Brighton watch $ 85.00
  • Brighton calypso post earrings $ 29.00
  • tribeca drop post earrings $33.00
  • etched heart earrings $21.00

Other accessories which can be made a part of gifts are:

  • jingle bell cuff watch $ 29.99
  • handcrafted wood bracelets $ 14.99
  • longevity necklace $ 29.99
  • holy family pin $ 24.99
  • pearl stacking ring $ 29.99
  • gem ring watches $8.99
  • gem keeper box $ 19.99
  • Digital photo key chain $50
  • handle light grill light $ 50
  • compact wine opener $40
  • panasonic hair trimmer $39
  • new motorized cd/dvd repair $ 39


For the people who don't have much time to hop from one shop to another they can be benefitted from:
http://nickscape.net/gifts.htm
http://www.brookstone.com/store
http://gonyc.about.com/od/shopping/tp/nyc_dept_stores.htm
http://newyork.citysearch.com/


Thanksgiving Black Friday Best Deals





Thanksgiving Black Friday Best Deals
I have already provided you with a huge list of deals and bargains available at WalMart on Black Friday. But the other departmental stores like Kmart, Sears, Target, Toysrus and so on also need mention. My sister loves to shop at Kmart and mom at Macy’s and Walmart. Everyone has their own personal favorite. So where are you guys hopping off to shop this Friday? The big deals and discounts mentioned below might help you decide better.

Sears- Top 25 Black Friday deals

  • 6Foot Inflatable Peanuts Snowglobe (Sears Exclusive)
  • $159.99 7.5Foot Appalachian Pine Christmas Tree with 800 Lights $149.99
  • Apostrophe Misses' Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater $13.99
  • Audiovox 7" Portable DVD Player with Car Adapter $69.99
  • Basic Essentials 23Piece Utensil/Knife Carousel $17.99
  • Classic Elements Misses Chenille Cardigans & Turtlenecks $14.99
  • Classic Elements Misses Holiday Sweaters $19.99
  • Colormate Comforter Set (Queen) $19.99
  • Dual GPS Navigation System with MP3 Player $249.99
  • DVDs (Bourne Supremacy, Am. Pie 2, Ray, 2 Fast 2 Furious) $5.99
  • Entire Stock of Handbags from Rosetti, Relic and more (50% Off)
  • Entire Stock of LED Christmas Lights (50% Off)
  • Free $10 Gift Card to First 200 Customers FREE
  • GE Prelit 6.5Foot Douglas Fir Christmas Tree with 400 Lights $99.99
  • Home Theater System with DVD Player & 6 Speakers $49.99
  • Microsoft Xbox 360 Premium Video Game System $399.99
  • Microsoft Zune MP3 Player $249.99
  • Outerwear and Sweaters for the Family (50% Off)
  • Philips Progressive Scan DVD Player / VCR Combo $59.99
  • Protron 32" Widescreen LCD HDTV with ATSC Tuner $599.99
  • Samsung 10MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom $249.99
  • Samsung NeXus 25 XM Satellite Radio & MP3 Player $49.99
  • Sing Along with Elmo $14.99
  • Sony Playstation 2 Video Game System $129.99
  • Toshiba 32D46 32" Color Television with Digital Tuner $299.99

For more visit: http://www.theblackfriday.com/sears_blackfriday.shtml

K-Mart- Top 25 Deals

  • 10-kt. Gold Earrings $9.9910-kt.
  • 4-Foot Santa Snowglobe with Tree $49.99
  • 4-Foot Snowman Family Snowglobe $49.99
  • Animated 48" Standing Deer $14.99
  • Basic Editions Mockneck Shirt $3.99
  • Basic Editions Short Sleeve Polo Shirts - 50% off
  • Basic Editions V-Neck Sweaters - 70% off
  • Bob the Builder Remote Control Vehicle $24.99
  • Crew, V-Neck and Pocket T-Shirts $5.00
  • Disney Princess Sparkle Cinderella Barbie - 50% off
  • Emerson Stainless Steel Microwave $49.99
  • Entire Stock Cold Weather Accessories - 50% off
  • Fisher-Price Kid Tough Digital Camera $55.99
  • George Foreman SuperSize Grill $49.99
  • Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel 3L Deep Fryer $27.99
  • Holly Hobbie My First Gift Set $24.99
  • Martha Stewart Everyday Copper Mountain 7.5" Christmas Tree $99.99
  • Massage Cushion 6-Point with Heat $17.49
  • Mini Plastic Chocolate Fountain $17.99
  • Nikko 1:16 Remote-Controlled Car $9.99
  • Protron 32" LCD HD-Ready Television $679.99
  • Puffy Nylon Jackets - 50% off
  • Sony DSC-S500 6MP Digital Camera $149.99
  • Sylvania 27" Flat Screen Color Television $219.99
  • Ultra Soft Comforters $9.99

K-Mart- Thanksgiving Day Deals

  • Cars Talking McQueen Car $29.99
  • Curtis DVD Player / VCR Combo $49.99
  • Entire Stock of Fine Jewelry (70% Off)
  • Entire Stock of Sterling Silver Jewelry (70% Off)
  • Essential Home 44-Piece Cutlery Block $9.99
  • Fuji 25-Pack DVD+R Blank Media $4.99
  • Gold over Sterling Silver Necklace $29.99
  • Home Theater in a Box $29.99
  • Kenmore Bagless Canister Vacuum $29.99
  • Kodak Easyshare C533 5MP Digital Camera Bundle $169.99
  • Martha Stewart 18" Wreath $7.49
  • Martha Stewart 6.5-Foot Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas Tree $64.99
  • Martha Stewart 7-Foot Aspen Mountain Slim Christmas Tree $64.99
  • Selected DVD Movies $9.99
  • Selected Music CDs $7.99
  • Shiatsu Back Massager $79.99
  • Sterling Silver Simulated Ruby Bracelet $26.99
  • Sterling Silver Simulated Ruby Pendant $11.99

TOP 25 deals at Toys R US

  • Assorted Lego Sets ($4.49 - $34.99) FREE
  • Baby Einstein's Baby Santa's (DVD) $7.99
  • Barbie (DVD) $4.99
  • Bratz Sweet Dreamz Styling Head $12.49
  • Brother Bear 2 (DVD) $12.99
  • Buy 1, Get 1 Free on ALL Superman Returns Action Figures & Roleplay Sets FREE
  • Chicken Little (DVD) $12.99
  • Curtis 15" LCD TV $179.99
  • Disney Princess Digital Camera $19.99
  • Disney's Cinderella (GBA) $7.49
  • Lizzie McGuire 3: Homecoming Havoc (GBA) $7.49
  • Musical Santaland Train Set $29.89
  • Pacman Collection (GBA) $9.99
  • PlayStation 2 Freedom Wireless Controller when You Buy Any PS2 Game $4.99
  • Rubber Piano $9.99
  • Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (DVD) $7.99
  • Shark Tale (DVD) $4.99
  • Stuart Little 2 (DVD) $4.99
  • Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild (DVD) $7.99
  • The Chronicles of Narnia (DVD) $12.99
  • The Grinch Who Stole Christmas (DVD) $4.99
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas (GBA) $7.49
  • The Sound of Music (DVD) $7.99
  • Tyco R/C Rebound Superbike Stunt Vehicle $29.99

Visit http://www.blackfriday.info/ads/toysrus-black-friday-ad.html for more information on deals.

Top 25 deals at Target

  • Firefly Mobile Phone - $69.99
  • Boys' Legendary Gold Jeans - $6.
  • Infants' Toddlers' And Kids' Turtlenecks - $3.99
  • Gilligan & O'Malley Long-Sleeve Knit V-Neck Sleep Tee - $8.00
  • Men's Cherokee Sweater - $10.00
  • Select Women's Denim Jeans - $16.00
  • Women's Long-Sleeve Strech V-Neck Or Crew-Neck Tee - $7.00
  • Women's Long-Sleeve V-Neck Or Crew-Neck Tee - $7.00
  • Free $25 Gift Card w/iPod Purchase
  • Leadsinger Hand-Held Karaoke - $59.95
  • Emerson Stainless Steel Microwave - $35.00
  • Select DVD Movies (Click / Monster House / Walk the Line) - $8.98
  • Select DVD Movies (Harry Potter / Geisha / Pink Panther) - $3.98
  • The Da Vinci Code DVD - $15.00
  • Apple 30GB iPod MP3 Player - $249.99
  • Barry Manilow - The Greatest Songs CD - $9.98
  • Tony Bennett - Duets CD - $9.98
  • Pre-Lit Artificial Pine Tree And Wreath - $29.88
  • 16" Barbie Or Hot Wheels Bike - $47.99
  • Barbie Christmas Morning Doll - $6.00
  • Radio Flyer Pathfinder Wagon - $50.00
  • Spider-Man 2-In-1 Pop-Up Arcade Zone - $16.00
  • Call Of Duty 3 (XBox - PS2) - $39.87
  • Nintendo DS Lite Starter Kit - $29.99
  • XBox 360 Console w/Free Ghost Recon Game - $399.99

Check out http://www.theblackfriday.com/target_blackfriday.shtml for more.

Go Ahead and Shop Till You Drop!

Friday, November 17, 2006

Track The Thanksgiving Trivia



Lets get down with the trivia fever. Only a week to go.There are lot of trivias related to Thanksgiving. Turkey trivia, trivia quiz, thanksgiving day traditions, food trivia, movie trivia, Macy's parade trivia etc. Thanksgiving in America goes back to the winter of 1621. It is an occasion to be spent in the warm and loving company of family , loved ones and friends. So what does Thanksgiving actually means? Does Thanksgiving only means turkey, cranberries or there is more to add to it? Well the answer, there is more to add to the list. Thanksgiving has lot of trivia associated with it they are:

Thanksgiving is an occasion to be with your family. And playing games with them are one of the joyous occasion. Quizzing is an important game for both the old and the young. So are you ready to spoof or be spoofed! You can check out the the popular trivia quizzes and catch your near and dear ones unprepared! Check out http://www.sploofus.com/triviacategory/

  • The story behind thanksgiving started with the rock, the big boulder which was rumoured to be the one in which the pilgrims first stepped was in Massachusetts. It is taken as a symbol of America's freedom. To know more check out http://www.brownielocks.com/thanksgiving.html

  • Dinner should always be accompanied with wine. The two main indicators of quality are:balance and length i.e the component parts of the wine. Do you know what makes a better quality wine? The way grapes are grown makes a lot of difference in the quality. To open champagne or sparkling wine chill the wine well and don't shake the bottle. The wine will taste better and more will stay in the bottle. Finally to serve with style, put your thumb up the the “punt” and pour slowly.

  • Do u know about Pocahontas( Mataoka or Lady Rebecca)?she is considered auspicious as she saved the life of Capitan John Smith from the execution by her tribe. She was then converted as a Christian. Married to successful tobacco planter. The significance lie in saving Smith's life,she helped bring food tot he starving English colonists helped bring peace between English colonists and the Indians. Showed England that not all “Indians” were savages.

  • Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has a special attraction. Thousands of New Yorkers and visitors assemble to watch the giant balloons. Lot of work goes into inflating these balloons:both professionals and Macy's employees join in containing these giants as they fill the lighter than air gas. Macy's parade is popular because they have different theme of balloons each year and people are always looking forward to it.

  • Some of the famous tongue twisters can be practiced. They are real fun. It all started as to fill in some fun and excitement in the air. A get together would serve as an occasion where all the loved once would like to ease out their tension. What can be the best way to ease out your tension rather than having fun! Check out some of the tongue twisters and do practice them.http://www.bethanyroberts.com/Thanksgivingfunp3.htm

  • Turkey's were hunted for its sweet, juicy meat. Their's feathers were used to stabilize arrows and also adorn ceremonial dress. There are more to know about this. I found this site which talks about turkey trivia you can check out too .http://www.woodbridgechips.com/turkeytrivia.html

Thanksgiving Trivias always attracts people because they want to know more about the occasion. Thanksgiving is an interesting and exciting event for all of us! If u want to know more about Thanksgiving Trivia's you can check out this post.

Thanksgiving Prayers and Psalms

Oh Lord, know that I am thankful for everything you gave me, for the challenges that made me think hard and work better. I'm also thankful for having such a loving creator.
The Thanksgiving Holiday is a time to share love with our family and friends. When the mind and body is overburdened and exhausted, proximity to the home and hearth proves the best and ultimate stress buster. The simple but significant act of gathering around the table to thank the Lord for his powerful blessings helps to reinstate our much dwindling faith. On this day, not just believers, but non believers as well join hands to pray and thank God for relieving them of their struggles, worries and supporting them in times of extreme pain.





Thankgiving Day Prayer

  • Heavenly Father, on Thanksgiving Day,
    We bow our hearts to You and pray.
    We give You thanks for all You've done
    Especially for the gift of Jesus, Your Son.
    For beauty in nature, Your glory we see
    For joy and health, friends and family,
    For daily provision, Your mercy and care
    These are the blessings You graciously share.
    So today we offer this response of praise
    With a promise to follow You all of our days.
    - Mary Fairchild

A Short Family Thanksgiving Prayer

  • Jesus, thank you for loving us;
    And providing food, shelter, and each other.
    Every moment of our lives is a gift;
    And we appreciate all the time You have given us.
    Thank you for all our good fortune.

A Thanksgiving Prayer by Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) who taught us the power of 'Self Reliance'

  • For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy goodness sends. Amen

Traditional Thanksgiving Hymn

  • We gather together to ask the Lord's blessing;
    He chastens and hastens his will to make known;
    The wicked oppressing now cease from distressing,
    Sing praises to his name: He forgets not his own.
    Beside us to guide us, our God with us joining,
    Ordaining, maintaining his kingdom divine;
    So from the beginning the fight we were winning;
    Thou, Lord, wast at our side, All glory be thine!
    We all do extol thee, thou leader triumphant,
    And pray that thou still our defender wilt be.
    Let thy congregation escape tribulation;
    Thy name be ever praised!
    O Lord, make us free!

Before Meal Prayers for Children

  • Be present at our table, Lord,
    Be here and everywhere adored.
    Thy creatures bless and grant that we
    May feast in paradise with Thee.
  • Great God, Thou Giver of all good,
    Accept our praise and bless our food.
    Grace, health, and strength to us afford
    Through Jesus Christ, our blessed Lord.

After Meal Prayers for Kids and all

  • Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me bless His holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.

  • Accept, O Lord, our thankful praises
    For all Thy goodness did bestow;
    May it increase our faith and lead us
    Our praise by godly lives to show,
    That every deed and word may prove
    We trust and own our Father's love.

Catholic Thankgiving Prayer

  • Thank you God for all the wonderful blessings,
    For our daily meals, for clean drinking water,
    For sunlight and for the cool breeze.
    I'm thankful for my family, my husband, my friends, and my health.
    I'm thankful for my friends, to love and be loved and for freedom.
    I'm thankful to be employed;
    I'm thankful to be alive and praise you for all these wonders.
    I'm thankful that you have been so gracious
    To give your only Son to us
    Who gave his life and bore the UnbearableFor us sinners.
    On this Thanksgiving Day, I take the Opportunity to thank for countless other
    things you provide us with on a daily basis.

  • Click here for more Thanksgiving prayers

A special way to share your faith with your family and friends is to find a part of a Psalm that speaks to your heart and read it.

Psalm 23

  • Your holy spirit
    illuminates the dark places of the heart
    of your servant,
    with light like the sun.
    I look to the covenants made by men,
    worthless.Only your truth shines,
    and those who love it are wise
    and walk in the glow
    of your light.
    From darkness you raise hearts.
    Let light shine on your servant.
    Your light is everlasting.

Psalm 31:19

  • How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow in the sight of men on those who take refuge in you.

Psalm 107:1

  • Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

  • For more Psalms:

www.twilightbridge.com/hobbies/festivals/thanksgiving/prayer.htm

http://christianity.about.com/od/thanksgivingverses/a/thanksgivingver.htm


Thursday, November 16, 2006

Thanksgiving Wine Special


There is such an amazing variety of wines available that its hard to choose. Each variety comes with a different flavor and aroma. In general, white wines complement lightly flavored meals, whereas red wines accentuate richly spiced up ones. Pairing therefore is essentially a skill one needs to excel in. My guests have varying tastes and in order to provide succour to each one's palate, I decided to delve into the world of wine online.

Red Wine

  • Reminds me of the beautiful vineyards in France I had once witnessed. Red wine can be served with turkey breast, or stuffed with sausage, herbs, nuts and fruits as well. Its sensuous color and rich fruity aroma extols the spirt of fall. A highly aromatic wine, Pinot Noir (also called ' Starter Reds') is the most loved on any Thanksgiving table. It is generally light in body with a soft texture. Syrah, another variety has strong black pepper qualities. Cabernet Sauvignon, is characterized by its high tanin content which goes well with red meats, pasta and lamb.Tempranillo and Zinfandel are other quality wines.

Price range and variety:

  • 1998 Borsao, Campo de Borja ($4.99)- Strawberry flavored and comes with a soft hint of cedar goes well with both dark and white meat.
  • 1997 Chateau Valcombe, Cotes du Ventoux, Signature ($8.99)- Packed with the flavor of plums, dried figs and some hint of wood. This wine provides an authentic countryside feel.
  • 2004 Napa Valley Pinot Noir; $32
  • 2005 Petite Sirah; $26
  • 2004 Napa Valley Merlot; $50

  • 2002 Hogue Cellar's Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington) $10

White wine

  • Chardonnay, made in a dry but fresh fruity style is perhaps the best pairing for turkey and other traditional side dishes. Some tangy ones are: Viognier, low on acidity and comes with the essence of peach, apricot and pear. Chenin Blanc, spicy and slightly sweet with high acidity. Sauvignon Blanc, light and crisp, with grassy or herbaceous flavors. Higher acidity. Riesling, from Washington or the Finger Lakes region of New York are great for Thanksgiving dinner. Either dry or sweet as well as spicy, with touches of peach or apricots and a floral fragrance, this wine appeals to a wide audience. Gewurztraminer, dry or sweet. These wines are highly aromatic with floral touches and spice notes such as cloves or nutmeg. They pair well with Asian dishes, chicken wings or barbeque.

Price range and variety:

  • 2005 Macrostie Winery & Vineyards Chardonnay $16.99
    Pale gold in color, the aromas are tropical fruit mixed with a bit of herb, like pineapple sage. In the mouth it is quite rich, more like pineapple upside-down cake, minus the sugar.
  • 2001 Chappellet Dry Chenin Blanc ($13)

  • 2005 Viognier Sanford & Bendict Vineyard; $35
  • Claiborne & Churchill Vintners
    1998 Dry Gewürztraminer, $12-
    With .03% residual sugar, a tinge of sweetness makes the flavors more approachable to the American palate than a traditional Alsatian style.
  • 2004 Gewürztraminer

  • 2005 Sauvignon Blanc; $11

  • Trefethem-2005 Dry Riesling; $18- Exotic taste of apple blossom, tropical fruit and lime.

Sparkling Wine

  • The fine bubbly bite of a great sparkling wine makes any event more lively and special. If you're serving a sparkling wine with dinner, be sure it is labeled brut (which means it is dry) and not a sweet sparkling wine such as Italy's Asti Spumante.Another good choice for a delicious sparkling wine for this holiday meal is one from the Loire Valley in France. These wines are made from the Chenin Blanc grape, and offer fresh and luscious fruit flavors that harmonize well with all of the traditional Thanksgiving delights.

Price range and variety:

  • Blanc de Noir; $34
  • Krug Grande Année Brut $130
  • 1999 Perrier Jouët Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs $220
  • Pugliese Vineyards Sparkling Merlot $16.99
    An ideal dessert accompaniment.
  • Simple Peach Sparkling Peach $13.99

Rose Wines

  • It's true that dry rose wines go well with almost any dish, and with so many flavors on the table at Thanksgiving, rose can be a great choice. If your taste runs to drier wines, a rose from the Cotes du Rhone or Provence regions in France will be light, crisp, and flavorful, but won't overpower the meal. A dry rose from California--made from one of the Rhone grape varieties such as Grenache--will also nicely fill the bill.
    If your tastes run to the slightly sweeter and fruitier wines, White Zinfandel is a good choice, with supple, ripe fruit flavors that fit right in with sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and the sweet onion flavors of most stuffings.

Price range and variety:

  • 2005 Syrah; $17
  • 2004 Francis Coppola Sofia Pinot Noir Rose $13.99
  • Bright and lively, this wine offers generous flavors of juicy black cherry, raspberry and kiwi fruit while being dry and refreshing on the palate
  • 2005 Wolffer Estate Rose $9.99
  • Peter Vella White Zinfandel $14.99
  • 2005 Beringer White Zinfandel $12.99

For more information, click on:

Online retailers:


In case you would like some tips on How to pick a wine on Thanksgiving, click here.

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Black Friday's best bargains from Walmart


Its the time for all you guys to bring out your shopping bag and count on the dollars you have. Have you planned out strategies to shop already? I have already started to search on net and my Mom told me that I have become nuts about the whole thing. This year I am planning to go on hunting for the cheapest stuff. The Black Friday deals are simply irresistible. What do you think? Did you know according to the NRF(National Retail Federation), when it comes to service, customers say they expect the most from restaurants, which had a 4.46 rating out of 5.0. Specialty stores (4.40) and department stores (4.12) were next on the list. Although they expect more from some retailers than others, shoppers’ expectations of service rose in all categories this year compared to last. According to the survey, customers’ service expectations have risen the most with warehouse clubs (a 3.86 rating this year compared to a 3.58 rating in 2005, a 7.95% increase), discount stores (3.40 vs. 3.21, a 5.88% increase) and online (3.92 vs. 3.71, a 5.75% increase). Imagine the shopping spree people are getting into. With lot of net searching i have come to a conclusion that would be a better idea to take my cousins Robin & Sam with me for the shopping. Always be accompanied by some one while shopping it helps you to decide on things you want to buy. Check out the latest big deals. You will definitely love them.


Electronics :

  • 20" TV/DVD Player Combo (Brand Unknown) - $129.83
  • 23" Color Television (Brand Unknown) - $99.72 256MB
  • USB Flash Memory Drive (Brand Unknown) - $13.88
  • Casio 61-Key Music Keyboard - $89.76
  • Cyberhome CH-DVR1200 DVD Recorder - $79.86
  • Delphi RoadyXT XM Satellite Receiver - $76.36
  • Durabrand 5-Disc CD Home Stereo - $38.77
  • DVD/VHS Combo Recorder (Brand Unknown) - $168.87
  • Emerson Dual Screen 7" LCD DVD Player - $149.84
  • Fuji FinePix F10 6.3MP Digital Camera - $348.47
  • HP Pavillion 1203w-b Desktop + 15" LCD Monitor - $398.00
  • HP Pavillion ze2308wm Notebook Computer - $398.00
  • HP Photosmart E317 Digital Camera - $98.88
  • HP Photosmart M415v Digital Camera - $148.76
  • ilo 26" Widescreen LCD HD-Ready TV (DVI) - $696.00
  • JVC GR-D244US MiniDV Digital Camcorder - $248.00
  • Kodak EasyShare CD33 Digital Camera - $129.74
  • Kodak Z760 Digital Camera + Cradle - $199.00
  • LCD Television Wall Mount Kit - $32.86
  • Lexmark X1185 Multifunction Printer - $39.88
  • Memorex Portable Karaoke System (CD+G) - $24.96
  • Nintendo Gameboy Advance SP - $48.88
  • Philips HDD077 2GB MP3 Player - $99.72
  • Polaroid 15" Flat Panel LCD TV - $194.00
  • Progressive Scan DVD Player (Brand Unknown) - $29.83
  • RCA Lyra RD1028 128MB MP3 Player - $39.44
  • Sanyo DVW-7200 DVD/VHS Combo Player - $69.87
  • Trac Phone + 40 Minutes Airtime - $19.98
  • Venturer 6.2" LCD DVD Player - $79.86
  • Wireless Keyboard + Mouse (Brand Unknown) - $14.88

Entertainment :

  • Assorted DVD Movies - $3.44 each
  • Assorted DVD Box Sets - $19.86

General :

  • 10kt Gold 18" or 20" Figaro or Rope Chain - $18.88
  • 16-quart Roaster Oven - $20.00
  • Boys' Athletic Works Reversible Vest - $7.00
  • Boys' Faded Glory Carpenter Jeans - $6.47
  • Brother Sewing Machine - $55.00
  • Canister Vacuum (Brand Unknown) - $20.00
  • Coffeemarket, Food Chopper, Slow Cooker - $4.24 each
  • Farberware 24-Piece Cookware and Bakeware Set - $49.97
  • Flatware 48-Piece Set - $19.83
  • Girls' Faded Glory Embroidered Jeans - $6.00
  • Girls' Faded Glory Ribbed Sweater - $6.00
  • Hamilton Beach BrewStation 12-Cup Coffeemaker - $32.47
  • Hamilton Beach Toaster Oven - $32.47
  • Hamilton Beach WaveStation 8-Speed Blender - $32.47
  • Ladies' 3-Piece Sleepwear Set - $10.00
  • Ladies' Down Vest - $10.00
  • Ladies' White Stag Sweaters - $7.00
  • Lighted Wire Frame Reindeer - $14.88
  • Magic Bullet Blender Set - $44.88
  • Mens' 1/4-Zip Polar Fleece Jacket - $7.00
  • Mens' Athletic Works Reversible Vest - $10.00
  • Mens' Faded Glory Carpenter Jeans - $7.47
  • Springmaid Cotton Luxury Towels - $3.00
  • Stanley 10-Drawer Tool Chest + 79-Piece Tool Set - $79.83

Toys:

  • Assorted Mermaid Barbie Dolls - $5.00
  • Bratz Big Babyz 14" Doll - $19.66
  • Cabbage Patch Newborn - $10.00
  • Care Bear + Bonus DVD - $5.00
  • Cinderella Solstice Roadster - $199.44
  • Dora the Explorer Talking Kitchen - $79.94
  • Fisher Price Little People Animal Sounds Zoo Playset - $10.00
  • Fisher Price Little People Noah's Ark Playset - $10.00
  • Fisher-Price Dora Talking Dollhouse - $44.87
  • Fisher-Price Dora Talking House Furniture - $14.97
  • Fisher-Price Dress and Dance Dora - $24.88
  • Fisher-Price Elmo Knows Your Name Plush Doll - $38.88
  • Fisher-Price Pooh Knows Your Name Plush Doll - $38.88
  • Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Learning Home - $54.47
  • Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Musical Learning Chair - $24.77
  • Fisher-Price Star Station Entertainment System - $49.76
  • Fisher-Price Stride-to-Ride Learning Car Walker - $27.77
  • Fisher-Price Tumble Time Tigger - $24.88
  • Furby Emototronic Friend - $29.88
  • Girls Quest Tetra or Boys Quest Boomer 20" Bike - $25.88
  • Hot Wheels AcceleRacers AcceleDrome Track - $49.97
  • Hot Wheels Gravity Set (2-Pack) - $5.00
  • Hummer H2 1/10-Scale RC Vehicle - $20.00
  • Jeep 1/10-Scale RC Vehicle - $20.00
  • Jeep 4x4 Power Wheels - $79.89
  • LeapFrog Leapster Learning System - $89.88
  • LeapFrog My First LeapPad Alphabet Bus - $29.44
  • LeapPad Plus Writing System - $25.00
  • Lifetime Acrylic Portable Basketball Goal - $99.83
  • Little Tikes Hummer H2 Yellow - $199.77
  • My Little Pony Butterfly Island Playset - $39.84
  • Playskool Cool Crew Talkin' Tool Bench - $32.97
  • Playskool VideoNow Jr. Player - $49.84
  • Pool, Table Tennis, and Poker Game Table - $98.00
  • Power Wheels Grave Digger Monster Truck - $269.66
  • Quest X-Fire 26" 15-Speed Dual Suspension Bike - $49.88
  • Star Wars Electronic Light Saber - $8.00
  • Thomas and Friends Train Cars - $9.88
  • Thomas and Friends Train Set - $39.76
  • Trampoline with Basketball Hoop - $184.00
  • UNO Attack! Card Game - $9.97
  • VTech V.Smile Pocket Portable Game System - $79.88
  • VTech V.Smile TV Learning System - $49.84
  • Yu-Gi-Oh Trading Card Gift Set - $18.00
    source: http://www.dummocrats.com/links/view_comments.php?thread_id=35430


Some of the most wanted sales include some selected DVD's, flat screen color t.v, digital camera, gift card, digital audio, Duraband Hand Mixer, Compaq Presari Notebook, 2- Pack Family Games, 10-kt Gold Earrings, i Dog Electronic Pet, Rayovac Batteries AA or AAA of 30 pk, Hot Wheels 20-pack assorted. While Pcs and peripherals such as MP3 players have traditionally topped tech wish lists, the retailers are expecting some changes this year. There is huge deal regarding electronic goods. For the rest the jwellery hit the chart the next. Gadgets are "becoming more compatible, more mobile, easier to use and more aesthetic, and every year the technology becomes more affordable," said Michael Linton, vice president of consumer and brand marketing at retailer Best Buy in 2003. this is true this year too. Though women will have gala time shopping for jwellery. Some of the early bird items in WALMART for this Thanksgiving 2006 are :

  1. 1.0 ct.tw diamond stud earrings
  2. Barbie fashion fever dolls
  3. Beyonce 2-pack CD with DVD
  4. Bissell 3-in-1 stick vacuum
  5. brother sewing machine with 2 stitch functions
  6. case logic portable DVD player case
  7. children's slumber gift set
  8. girl's or boy's Levi Strauss signature jeans
  9. girl's or boy's 4 piece sleep set


So there is varied number of products to chose from. When you are spending then its a better idea to spend appropriately. One should also keep in mind to avoid the busy hours for shopping and opt for things which are of need first. Don't forget to put on your comfy shoes because you don't want to come back home and soak your feet in the hot tub brooding over the shoes you wore! Always keep the credit card and shopping list handy. Wow its lot of infomation and now I have to really rush to get my stuff. And you can still decide. Ciao!



Send ThisEcard


http://bfads.net/
http://www.theblackfriday.com/
http://blackfriday.gottadeal.com/PressRoom
http://www.fatwallet.com/news/

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

All about Thanksgiving décor!

Decorating your home for Thanksgiving is a great way to bring our family together. The celebration of thanksgiving is a joyous time where all gather and rejoice the blessings. With no time to waste anymore, roll up your sleeves, get hold of the aprons, bring out the decorative pieces, shine those brass and silver ware.... the time has come for celebration. Decoration is very important part of an occasion. And one must have a theme for the decoration. All of you have definitely planned for the big occasion already but I thought why not give you all some of my ideas and also share some of yours. Decoration can be divided into exterior and interior decors. There should be parity between them. It should compliment each other.


Exterior décor: This year I have planned out to decorate the porch and the front stairs with spectacular plant arrangement. The fences in front of the main door and in the backyard will have small pumpkins.( I got the pumpkins from John's garden, they look so cute) This year I would decorate the door with twig or flower wreath.

  • The fruit wreath is also “ in” this season. As this occasion celebrates the harvest, incorporation of fruits, vegetables, seasonal flowers and twigs are some of the best ideas.
  • If you have a large mansion or stone house of some kind then you can decorate the stone stairs (which will lead the invitees to your house) with pumpkins. Also decorating the area with plants and gourds is not a bad idea.
  • Lighting up the house is very important. You don't want a gloomy party do u? So creative people, here are few tips to express your creation. One can get hold of the dried twigs and assemble it together to make your creation or the scraggly twigs over the outdoor light is also not a made idea! It gives the feel of the “fall”. Pumpkins can be carved out to make table lamps. Or else use the Halloween lightings again! Its not bad to repeat if it goes with the theme of your party. The planning of the decor should compliment the color scheme used.
    http://interiordec.about.com/cs/autumndecor/l/blfallprlist2.htm
    http://www.ehow.com/how_6925_decorate-entrance-house.html
    http://www.ehow.com/how_8633_make-harvest-garland.html
    http://www.ehow.com/how_8607_make-cornucopia.html

Interior décor: Interior design is the process of shaping of interior shape through manipulation of spatial volume and also with the decoration. This year I would keep this in mind. The interior should look spacious as well as the guests should feel the warmth. Whether novice (like me) or a skilled pro this is the time to be in action. My mom always follow step by step detail action with the décor part.

  • The table décor is an important part of thanksgiving. This year I have planned out a special centerpiece made to of seasonal flowers and fruits. My aunt, Emma, who specializes in centerpiece art work is helping me out with it.
  • Chocolate brown is hot for decorating! Vases filled with chocolate chips and then stuffed with pink and red flowers would look fabulous! The combination of brown and pinks are in vogue. You can even insert a candle in it. Harvest corn taper candles are the latest attraction this year at my place. You can even check them out in the departmental stores near you.
  • Fresh apples in a basket, simple pumpkin decoration are few decorative pieces you can try. If you donot have time to keep up fresh pumpkin you can obviously opt for ceramic pumpkins easily available in the stores.
  • If the table décor has been decided then one shouldn't forget about the mantle and the fireplace. The mantle and the fireplace can be decorated with mini pumpkins. The mantle garland can be made out if silk and seasonal flowers keeping in mind the theme. This year I am decorating it with twigs. This year we have fall season's theme. Brown is the dominant color for this year's decoration. The mantle will be decorated with twigs and dried maple foliage. It will give an essence of the season. Here are few links which will help all of you to make the planning more vivid and attractive.
    http://www.bjcraftsupplies.com/holiday/fall1.asp
    http://interiordec.about.com/cs/fallindex/l/blfallpr000.htm
    http://www.lnt.com/category
You can check out more on the decorations with Thanksgiving Decoration and Thanksgiving Table Decor.

Monday, November 13, 2006

Restaurants serving Thanksgiving lip smacking delights





  • Gather your family and friends for that exquisite luncheon or dinner at one of the city's plush restaurants. I guess you all must be wondering why I am suddenly directing you all to restaurants coz after all, Thanksgiving is about spending time with family in the cozy interiors of one's home sweet home. True...but considering that the restaurants in your and my neighborhood are offering a number of wonderful discounts and delicacies this year, why not try them out once.

    Here is a list of restaurants in various cities across United States offering delectable Thanksgiving feasts:
  • Boston
  • Four Seasons Hotel
  • 200 Boylston StreetBoston, MA 02116
  • (617) 338-4400
  • www.fourseasons.com/boston

  • The exquisite service, elaborate buffet and elegant ambience exudes in both restaurants as well as the family-oriented Grand Ballroom buffet. Executive Chef Brooke Vosika and his team will prepare more than sixty selections of savory and sweet dishes, some traditional and some haute cuisine, guaranteed to satisfy all guests.The buffet starts from 10 a.m and goes on till late night.




  • Ritz-Carlton
  • 15 Arlington Street
  • Boston, MA 02117
  • (617) 912-3355
  • www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/boston

  • Offers a variety of gourmet choices including traditional favorites and some culinary surprises. The Thanksgiving turkey with all the trimmings will be served in the fairy-tale Grand Ballroom Thanksgiving to-go , the takeaway section includes pumpkin soup, a roasted turkey stuffed with chestnut dressing, salads, traditional vegetables, a dozen corn muffins and a freshly-baked pumpkin pie.


  • For more inputs on restaurants in and around Boston offering amazing Thanksgiving food, check out:
    http://www.bostonusa.com/images/admin/logos/Thanksgiving06webpage.htm


  • Los Angeles

  • Ambrosia Restaurant
  • Santa Ana

  • CUISINE- Contemporary French
  • 4-course menu highlighted by an oven-roasted “Bourbon Red Heritage” turkey with all the "fixins’". Chef Rossi has also included a crispy harvest pumpkin risotto cake with wild mushrooms and maple sage butter; house made dungeness crab ravioli’s in an heirloom apple and curry broth, spiced carrot cake with ginger ice cream and much more. $55 per person; $15 for children.

  • Chimayo at the beach


  • Huntington Beach/Seal Beach
  • CUISINE- Seafood

  • Chimayo offers a traditonal turkey dinner with all the trimmings and limited selections from the coastal seafood menu.


  • Visit http://www.opentable.com/promo.aspx?pid=1&m=6 for more inforamtion on restaurants in Los Angeles.



  • Pittsburgh
  • Gateway Clipper
  • 350 Station Square West, South Side

  • Two dinner cruises, available - one boarding at 12 noon and the second at 4:30 p.m. Enjoy traditional Thanksgiving fare and a live band. Great for singles who don't want to spend the holiday alone!



  • The Terrace Room
  • Omni William Penn Hotel, Downtown
  • www.omnihotels.com


  • The Terrace Room at the beautiful William Penn, one of Pittsburgh's treasured landmarks, is serving a four course Thanksgiving dinner with tableside carving.
    Hours: From noon to 6 p.m. Price: $39; children 6-12, $19.50; under 6, free.
  • http://pittsburgh.about.com/od/thanksgiving/a/dinner.htm
    is where you will find more information regarding restaurants in Pittsburgh.

  • Cave B Inn at SageCliffe
  • 344 Silica Road NWQuincy,Washington 98.
  • Call (509) 785-2283 for reservations.
  • Thanksgiving Dinner at TendrilsChoose from traditional roast turkey, roasted leg of pork or roasted beef sirloin with all the trimmings plus dessert for $30 per person (children under 12, ½ price)


  • Ye Olde Tavern
  • 5183 Main Street, P.O. Box 2682
  • Manchester Center, Vermont 05255
  • e-mail 1790@yeoldetavern.net

  • phone (802) 362-0611

  • Menu includes: Traditional Roast Tom Turkey, Long Island Duckling, Alaskan King Crab & Lobster Tail, Pork Chop, Martini Pasta, New York Sirloin etc Holiday feast starts from 3:00p.m. with last seating at 7:00p.m.
  • Reservation suggested.


Sunday, November 12, 2006

The Ultimate Turkey Know-How


Time has come for celebration and merry making. With lot to plan and less time to implement. Have you started with the guest list and the menu yet? If yes then this would be an important time to get all information about the all time favorite- Turkey! Are you planning to surprise your guests with something different and unique? The smell of cranberries and smoked vegetables are already in the air. The most important step of planning is getting the right turkey. You would not like your guests to have a tug of war with the bird, would you?. So for a plump, juicy and fork tender turkey one has to chose the best from the huge variety. Selection is made lot easy with the departmental stores and food marts. A huge amount of time is saved with online shopping now. With the busy days heading, there is huge crisis of time and management of the same has become difficult too. Here are few places from where you can get your Turkey. Last year I too shopped online and believe me these guys really deliver good stuff to you. Also the packing keeps it fresh and juicy.

http://www.webordering.peapod.com/onlinestore/storeSelect.htm
http://www.hudsonvalleysmokehouse.com/store/1550369/product/T-300

Next comes the lip smacking recipes. This year I am planning to help out my mom with some new menu on the platter. The guests should have the essence of being served the unique and different. I like experimenting with food and also trying out assorted menu. Starting with the sauce, stuffing, smoked meat, pies and many more. There are brilliant new carte du jour (see I am adding new words to my vocabulary thanks to Amanda)for turkey. America, the melting pot of cultures, is fast becoming the melting point of cuisines,too. The chefs are on their toes to satisfy the growing demand for variety. Fusion cooking in vogue now. So I am really trying some of them this year .There should be complimentary side dishes with the main course. Oh, how can I forget the sweet dish? Always try to make the pie if u plan to, a day before the main event.
http://www.cooks.com/rec/search?q=turkey+
http://www.eatturkey.com/consumer/main.htm http://lowfatcooking.about.com/od/poultrydishes/



My mother is always worried about the leftovers. But this year she has got a big fat cook book which talks about different kind of recipes with the left over food. That means this year not only Thanksgiving but also on Black Friday we will have a great feast!Wow......!! For the people who are planning for grand dinner away from home there are various restaurants which will serve with their best and exotic dish for this special event. But it is always fun to be at home on thanksgiving with your near and dear ones. Still its the time for celebration and one can have their own ways to do it.
http://www.epicurious.com/restaurants/best_eats/diners

I am looking forward for the “the” day . Planning is almost done. We will have our turkey soon delivered. Mom is real busy. What are you guys waiting for? Decide on the outfit soon! You definitely want look the best! Whether dinning out or at home dressing is important too. Got to go now as I have to check out whats in fashion!

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Thanking The Sons of America




Do we ever think about who had put the soldiers to die on that battle field? Be it the two World Wars or the Vietnam war, the soldiers unquestionably sacrificed their lives! And we, just “Thank”them on a specified day, 11th November. For me, I am deeply concerned about them. They are the strength for any country. The Veterans Of America are uniting new generation veterans with those from past wars to address the causes, conduct and consequences of the present day wars. They are deeply concerned about the mourning human and political cost for wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Have you ever thought that the modern day wars have created emboldened and unprecedented threats to our national security. ASIA TIMES reports that US military officials says that 30% troops returning from Iraq has developed stress related mental problems. Mental and emotional health issues have become serious enough concern for the Pentagon. I stand-by and salute them. They are concerned about the future. There is a massive change in the scene from the past. This day stands for a concern for troops who are still fighting, missing home when all of us are planning for a splendid dinner with family. Have you read “The uncensored war: the Media and Vietnam” by Daniel C. Halin or “The View From The Ground” by Martha Gellhom? The books really made a difference in my life. Now I can really feel the pain of Melissa who had lost her brother in the Iraq war and this thanksgiving its his death anniversary. So at one end people will enjoy and at the other a homage will be paid to a veteran. This would be a best way of thanking him as he sacrificed his life for all of us! We will aways be proud of the soldiers who brought us peace and freedom! Thank you for all your daring feats!

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Thanksgiving Travel Deals and Details











Thanksgiving is a holiday weekend and some of us might be unwilling to spend all our time at home, so here is a wonderful option to chill out and visit places. Here's a glimpse of the deals for hotels, airfare, and restaurants across United States.

  • Airfare

Travelocity (tel. 888/872-8356; www.travelocity.com) has an airfare special for roundtrip flights for $199 or less that the company is calling "Oh, the Places You Can Go." Sample routes include Cleveland-St. Louis $103, Dallas-Miami $183, Detroit-Los Angeles $183, Memphis-Atlanta $71; Chicago-San Antonio $172 -- but there dozens more.

  • Continental Airlines (tel. 800/523-3273; www.continental.com) is offering a special sale on travel November 18-24, and again December 16-January 5. Typically, these are time periods when blackout dates apply to many fare sales. This is not for the light of wallet, however: the deal is for business class fares.
  • Hotels.com (tel. 800/246-8357; www.hotels.com) is featuring Thanksgiving travel in its "thanksgiving deals-a-plenty" with hotel prices reduced in a number of cities large and small across the United States. Buffalo's Adam's Mark Hotel is priced from $119, the Spring Creek Ranch in Jackson Hole, WY, is priced from $119.85, and the Radisson Hotel Manchester in New Hampshire is priced from $124.00.

  • Boston

The Lenox Hotel (tel. 800/225-7676; www.lenoxhotel.com) has an offer for $299 per room, per night, based on double occupancy, available for Thanksgiving Day that includes deluxe accommodations, Thanksgiving dinner for two at the hotel's award-winning restaurant Azure, and breakfast as well.

Royal Sonesta Hotel (tel. 800/SONESTA; www.sonesta.com), located in Cambridge just across the Charles River, is offering a rate of $179 for the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Video games, both wired and wireless Internet, access to the hotel's pool and health club are a few of the amenities available.

  • Chicago


Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel (tel. 800/621-8140; www.millenniumhotels.com) is offering a Holiday Shopping package, valid November 1 - December 30. Located on the Magnificent Mile, the hotel is close to Bloomingdale's and many other stores. The overnight packages start at $199 per room, including shopping discount cards. The hotel's bistro, NiX, plans a delicious Thanksgiving buffet available from noon to 9p.m.

  • New York


For information on restaurants, hotels in New York, it's useful to start at NYC's Visitor's Site (tel. 800/NYC-VISIT; www.nycvisit.com)

Hotel Pennsylvania (tel. 800/223-8585; www.hotelpenn.com) offers a no. of special deals on its website throughout Thanksgiving. The Shopper's Special Package gives guests discounts at a number of stores, including Macy's, Skechers, Crouch & Fitzgerald, etc. The hotel also offers a 4-for-3 package. Pay for three nights and get the fourth night free. You can call the hotel to book, or use this page. The shopper's package availability during Thanksgiving week costs about $299 per night. Tocqueville(tel. 212/647-1515; www.tocquevillerestaurant.com) known for its Thanksgiving dinner will be open Thanksgiving Day from 12p.m to 10p.m.

For more information, just click here.