More Ways to Lose Weight in 2008

Check out the Sonoma Diet!
The Sonoma Diet is a diet in which meals are about celebration, not deprivation! That’s because when you're on The Sonoma Diet, you don’t lose weight by avoiding foods. Instead, you lose weight by enjoying satisfying amounts of some of the best foods on the planet.

The Sonoma Diet was inspired by the Mediterranean diet and emphasizes eating a generous variety of foods that boost your vitality, protect your heart, and improve your overall health.

There’s no "diet food" here — just wholesome, fresh, and delicious everyday foods that are easy to find, even easier to prepare, and proven to help you lose weight and boost your health!

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Work out and Diet with Denie Austin!

I have been a fan of Denise Austin for many years. I use to watch her exercise program in the morning on the Lifetime Network. She is super perky and super fit , but really knows her stuff. You can get dvds, videos and equipment online now. You can even join a Denise Austin diet program. Online Diet Program: Let America's favorite fitness guru help you with recipes, tips, more.

Is Jessica Simpson the Next Suzanne Somers?

Jessica Simpson recently had the worst movie box office numbers ever for her movie "Blonde Ambition." It was released in her hometown in Texas and flopped. None of her films before it did well except Dukes of Hazzard which had minor success. Despite failed films and poor CD sales, she keeps getting merchandising deals. I think she is in the process of reinventing herself. Given her lack of success is tradional show business, this is a good move.

Those of you who are old-enough remember the thighmaster? Suzanne Somers famously used it in a low-budget infomercial which launched her new career as a health and beauty billionaire. She has books, clothing, exercise gear, jewelry, food and anything else you can stick a label on. Jessica Simpson is moving in the same direction. I just saw on TV that she now has a swimsuit line. Ms. Simpson also has hair extenstions, footwear, handbags, clothing, and beauty products. There is a trend here.

I was never a fan of Jessica's music but I found her amusing on her MTV reality show. But her footwear line isn't bad and from the clip I saw on TV of her swimwear line - it shows promise. There a couple a pair of her boots that I definitely would wear. Here are a few Jessica Simpson labeled products. Judge for yourself, is she the next Suzanne Somers? Will you buy her stuff?


Jessica Simpson Women's Jamela$89.99

Jessica Simpson Delfina Hobo Bag

Jessica Simpson Leopard-Print One-Piece Swimsuit Women's Swimsuit

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Start the New Year with Online Weight Loss and Meal Delivery Programs

Every year we all have a goal of losing weight. There are so many options for diet monitoring. Well there are no excuses! Sign up and get started with any of the great online programs such as South Beach or Nutrisystem. There even online weight loss programs for kids. Here are some of the many online diet plans and meal delivery programs available with special deals to get you started:

New year! New you Start your weight loss today at NutriSystem and eat& free for 2weeks with purchase of a 28-Day program on Auto-Delivery.

Get 3 additional FREE months of Diet.com Premium Membership when you purchase a 6-month membership. Use code CJ2007 on the payment page.


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Free Movies:AMC Theaters Movie Watcher Card Update!

In a recent post, I talked about joining movie theater loyalty programs. Since then, I have gone to the movies and gotten a few freebies with my AMC Entertainment Movie Watchers card. As with most programs, you receive email updates about the Movie Watcher program. I was thrilled to see the following email update:

"What other program rewards you for doing something you already love? Just like seeing a great movie over and over again, your MovieWatcher® membership gets better every time you come back.

It doesn’t take long to earn your first reward. You’ll get a free small popcorn at the 10-point level. And with each visit, the rewards get bigger. Reach 100 points and score a free night at the movies. We’re talking a free ticket, popcorn, and soft drink — all for being a MovieWatcher. And the great news? When you redeem your points, you don’t start back at zero."


Ok - so just by joining this program, going to the movies and having your card swiped each time, you earn points for a completely free movie night. This is a tremendous deal! Sign up and start earning your points. Remember, each time they swipe the card when you buy tickets, you get something either a coupon for the concession or even something free from the concession.

If you are true savvy consumer, this is a very smart way to save while spending.


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SkinStore.com Offers Spa Brands and Daily Specials for All!

Check out our special offers at SkinStore.com!

Have you checked out Skinstore.com? I was just on the site and many of your favorite skincare brands for mena and women are available. I love beauty products. I have the most fun trying different brands. Skinstore.com runs a daily special on a popular brand and product. Many of the daily specials are 30% off or more on high end brands. Many of the brands found at Skinstore.com are carried primarily by spas. Here are some of the brands you can find at Skinstore.com:


GoSMILE Go All Out Kit

FREE Shipping. 115% Price Protection. When you want to flash a dazzling smile, you've gotta go all out. GoALL OUT has got all you need to take your smile from drab to fab for an all out gorgeous smile. Dr. Jonathan B Levine, New York City aesthetic dentist and smile expert recommends three simple steps to make your smile all out healthy and beautiful. Go all out wow when you Whiten, Maintain and Protect your smile with GoSMILE. This set contains: Advanced Formula B1 Tooth Whitening On the Go (7 day whitening system), 7 Daily ampoules, Mini AM and PM Toothpastes, and a Silver GoSMILE Compact. $120.00



Strivectin SD 6oz Best Price Offer

The best-selling stretch mark repair and anti-aging breakthrough is now available in a NEW SPF 15 formula. StriVectin SD SPF 15 offers all the benefits of the original Strivectin SD, while protecting your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. StriVectin SD was originally developed to repair stretch marks but has grown in popularity as a wrinkle reducing cream and claims of being "Better than Botox." StriVectin SD is clinically proven to reduce the actual length, depth, and volume of wrinkles. Directions For Use:Begin with clean, dry skin. Apply StriVectin SD SPF 15 three times daily, every day if using on stretch marks (do not exceed 3 applications in a 24 hour period). Apply twice a day, every day, if using on wrinkles. Use sparingly as StriVectin SD SPF 15 is a concentrated formula. Massage a small amount of StriVectin SD into the target area using a circular motion until product is absorbed. $135

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Dermablend Corrective Cosmetics


Mederma

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Peter Thomas Roth clinical skin care has an extensive range of corrective and therapeutic products for men and women of all skin types.

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Best Buy 3 Day Sale!

Best Buy is having great sales this week. First a two day sale and now a three day sale. Redeem your gift cards and save with the discounts this week.



3 Days only: 5% - 15% off select speakers at BestBuy.com. Valid from 12/27-12/29.
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Winter Boots Shopping at Shoebuy.com!

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Jessica Simpson Faia (Women's) - Dark Tan Oil Bread/Brown Stacked





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Timberland Trailscape Low Gore-Tex XCR Endurance (Men's) - Brown/Rust

Shoes up to 65% off!

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NE Patriot vs. NY Giants 12/29 Tickets and Bowl Tickets at Stubhub

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10% Off Snow Sports Gear at Overstock.com

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Tony Romo's Jessica Simpson Pink NFL Jersey

Jessica Simpson who is reportedly dating Tony Romo, showed up at a game a few weeks ago, but was blamed for Tony's botched playing. But the ladies watching, can't get enough of Jessica's pink Jersey. The Jersey is hard to find, but you can get the T-shirt.

You can buy a Reebok Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo Womens Player T-Shirt inside the NFLShop.com!

Advice on Holiday Tipping - Who Do You Tip and How Much?

I patronize a smoothie cart in New York City nearly every morning. It is a small business run by a husband and wife. They are nice people. Over the last year, I have spent an estimated $700 with them. I am definitely a regular.

I tend not to tip because I am a regular customer and they can count on me almost daily Monday - Friday. I witnessed another regular customer purchase $3 box of cut fruit and then droppeing a $20 bill in the tip box. Even the business owner was surprised. This gentleman is a regular customer, but he said it was the holidays and it was "that time of the year." I do not think excessive tipping is appropriate for businesses you patronize on a daily basis. Rather, I think tips should be reserved for people who work hard to make us comfortable.

Tipping everyone who helps you can become quite taxing on the wallet. Here are some tips suggestions for the people who make our lives easier:

Baby sitter - One night's pay, plus a small gift from your child.
Full-time nanny - One week to one month of pay based on tenure, plus a small gift from your child.
Day care service - $25-70, plus a small gift from your child.
Teacher -A $25 gift certificate is always appropriate. If you are unsure, ask your principal first.
Coaches, tutors, dance instructors, music teachers - A small gift from your child.

Maid - One week's pay. If you use a service and never know who is coming out, don't tip at all.
Gardener - $20-50 If you use a service and never know who is coming out, don't tip at all.
Garbage collector(s)- $15-30 each. If your garbage collectors are really truck drivers who operate an arm that does all the work, there is no need to tip.

Country Club - Tipping at Christmas/holiday season is appropriate regardless of the club's tipping policy. $50 for your special waiters, locker-room personnel, front-desk employees and golf professionals. For headwaiters or special service, make it $100.
Regular Parking attendants - $10-20 each
Driver/limousine service - $20-50 each - If this is your regular driver tip 20% of a month's bill.

Apartment building superintendent - $50-200. Tip less if you tip throughout the year.
Apartment Doorman/concierge - $10-80 or more each, depending upon building. Those who serve you more should get a bigger tip.
Apartment building handyman - $15-40 each
Apartment building elevator operators - $15-40 each

Shampoo - $10
Manicurist/pedicurist - Cost of 1 session ($15 or more)
Hairdresser/stylist - Cost of 1 session ($15 or more)
Massage therapist - Cost of 1 session $15 or more
Personal trainer - $60-100 upon reaching goal, or cost of 1 session

USPS Mail carrier - Non-cash gifts not to exceed the value of $20. This is for mail carriers that you know and see regularly.*
UPS - Regular driver Has no formal policy. Drivers don't expect tips but can accept them.
FedEx - Not allowed to accept anything over the value of $75. No cash gifts accepted.
Newspaper carrier Daily - $25 - 50, weekend - $10
Regular overnight delivery person - $10-30





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Holiday Shopping Tips for Maximizing Your Department Store Coupons

Combine Customer Rewards with Coupons for Major Discounts!

Recently, I shopped at Macy's to make a purchase over $100. As a Macy’s credit card holder, I receive tons of coupons in the mail. I also receive bonus reward certificates of $25 when I spend a certain amount of money.

On this particular occasion, I had a $25 off of $100 coupon, $25 a bonus reward certificate and 20% off coupon. My total purchase came to about $110. Of course, I pulled out my calculator to do the math.

If I used the 20% off coupon, I would only have saved an estimated $22, so I opted to use my $25 off $100 coupon. That got me down to $85. To seal the discount deal, I used my $25 bonus rewards certificate. The final sale was around $60. I saved $50 using coupons a.k.a. FREE MONEY.

Whenever you have a coupon, maximize the discount by combining the coupon you’re your bonus rewards.


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