Month: January 2009

The Almond Roca Theory

Just before we left work for our week-and-a-half vacation, I mentioned to a few of my coworkers my theory about Almond Roca candies. Now don't get me wrong--they are very tasty and very fattening. In fact, did you know there's more fat in three Almond Roca pieces (15g) than in a McDonald's cheeseburger (12g)? If … Continue reading The Almond Roca Theory →

Taking it Easy

Here's the deal. My knees effing ache tonight. I mean, seriously hurt to the point of not being able to lift The Kid out from the bathtub after his bath/imaginary scuba diving expedition. I could attribute this condition to a number of things: it's been cold, I started to walk again at work (and need … Continue reading Taking it Easy →

Bargain Hunting

Ann and I made our first trip to Target yesterday to see what was left of their Christmas stuff. There wasn't much left, but when you take into consideration that it was all marked down to 75% off, I guess you can't really expect much.  But oh, I did score a few goodies worth mentioning.  First … Continue reading Bargain Hunting →

Could They Spare It?

Like every other mass merchant on the face of Mother Earth, CVS Pharmacy offers a Rewards Program designed to entice shoppers to buy from them rather than the competition. And for the most part their rewards have been worth getting: we once got one for $10 off a purchase of $20 or more, which was … Continue reading Could They Spare It? →