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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 31st, 2012    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice

Men's StyleWhen it comes to fashion, men have had a free pass for far too long. In the Information Age, not knowing any better simply doesn't cut it. Though casual attire is showing up in an increasing number of workplaces, there's still something to dressing for success.

Stocking up on a few new looks might postpone your impending PlayStation 3 purchase, but it doesn't have to drain your bank account. There are plenty of affordable ways to create a professional wardrobe. Before you start buying up penny loafers and blazers, consider a few of these money-saving style tips for men.

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May
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 30th, 2012    Filed in: Discounts, Coupons & Deals

This post brought to you by MyPoints. All opinions are 100% mine.

Long ago, in a time far, far away...before I was a teacher, before I was a wife and before I was a mother, I was a bargain hunter.  Some things never change, for I still know how to sniff out a mean bargain, but there's one online site that's helped since the beginning...  MyPoints.  I can remember opening my MyPoints account back when I first graduated from college.  Never heard of the Great Offers and Deals at MyPoints?  Then please keep reading to learn more about an online shopping rewards site that offers it all!

Before there were sites like Groupon and Ebates, there was MyPoints.  MyPoints is a pioneer and leader of online shopping rewards sites with so many ways to rack up a ton of points, quickly and easily.  With MyPoints.com, you can save money with unique deals and offers as well as earn points for what you’re already doing online: shopping, taking surveys, playing games, booking travel, couponing and more!

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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 25th, 2012    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice

Memorial Day SaleIt's time to set sail for Memorial Day deals! You'll want to be ship shape first, however, so invest some prep time to make the most out of special events offered by stores. Read on for a few tips and get the most bang for your buck:

1. Make a List

Memorial Day sales aren't just about preparing for the summer. This is a good time to buy items needed for the next school year or even as Christmas, wedding and birthday presents. A comprehensive list will allow you to make the most of deals often offered by stores for just one weekend.

2. Scan Circulars

Stores frequently advertise early in Sunday or Wednesday circulars, so make sure you check your local paper to determine which merchants will offer the best buys. Websites like MainStreet and SavvySugar offered roundups for last year's Memorial Day sales, so check online resources for information as well.

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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 25th, 2012    Filed in: Discounts, Coupons & Deals

To celebrate our American heritage, every (yes, every!) Step2 item ships FREE now through Monday, Memorial Day (5/28). No coupon coded needed. Free shipping is reflected on the product pages. Not valid on Canadian shipments or Infantino items.

Step2 Memorial Day Sale

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May
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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 21st, 2012    Filed in: Product Reviews

GalleryDirect.comOne of the features I love best about my home are the deep red colored walls in our living room and game room.  The dark color is very soothing and makes the overall tone of the room a relaxing one.  Of course these plain, bare walls needed just the right artistic touch to make our family room even more inviting.

This quest for quality artwork led me to GalleryDirect.com, a fine art publisher who believes in the motto "Fine Art for Everyone!"  Keep reading to learn more about an online retailer who can instantly beautify your home for less!

I reviewed the following framed wall art from Gallery Direct:

  • Shadow Branch Burst I by Sara Abbott (AB221A) - Size Medium (17" x 24") - Framed Canvas with a 3.5" Natural Very Dark Brown with Pewter Lip Frame (F0106), which retails for $344.00, but is currently on sale for $241.00.

Take 50% OFF Canvas Gallery Wraps and 30% OFF everything else with FREE SHIPPING!  Sale ends Monday (4/21) at Midnight!

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Posted by: Melissa @ Mommy Living the Life of Riley on May 16th, 2012    Filed in: Tips, Techniques, How-Tos & Advice

I Love Deals Tough financial times call for smarter shopping measures. For some of us this means going to extremes and cutting up credit cards. For others, it just means clipping coupons and unplugging appliances.

No matter what your money-saving solution, merchants are catching on to these smart shopping tactics. Stores are constantly developing their own methods to make sure we keep buying. Many times, this comes in the form of a sale that looks great on the surface, but actually ends up saving next to nothing.

In fact, recent studies suggest that plenty of shoppers are overwhelmed with the flood of daily deals they receive. With so many special offers flying around, here are eight tips to help you avoid drowning in deals.

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