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Freddie Hammer and Chuck Boozer on WRHI Palmetto Mornings.

Sullivan Shops Fathers Day 2013

Dad’s, their day is this Sunday and you’ve got to really step it up this year!  Ditch the ties and head to Nichols store on Mt. Holly Road there in Rock Hill.  Dad always thinks he’s so smart so get him a screaming owl call!  He’ll really sound wise when he blows that call.

Nichols Store in Rockhill is a dad’s paradise!

Nichols Store Inc.

1980 Mt. Holly Rd

Rock Hill, SC 29730

803.328.9792

Beer Mug

When your dad goes off to work in the morning with a mug of freshly brewed coffee, think of the joy he’ll have when the mug looks like a glass of beer. Think of the hilarity that will ensue when a cop pulls him over, sees the mug and think he’s violating open container laws.

Superman Boxers   

Dad always says he’s a super man, so with these cape-covered boxers, your Dad will really be the man of steel! The fact you’re also hiding his fat behind is just a side benefit.

Bottle Opener T-shirt 

If Dad likes to be both the hero and the life of the party, this combination shirt/ bottle opener will make that possible. Of course, if your dad’s a tool, this shirt will just make him a useful one.

Family owned and operated since 1975, Imperial Pool and Patio is the Upstate’s largest pool and patio supplier!

Get grilling and party ideas, games and more at Imperial Pool’s website! 

975 North Anderson Rd

Rock Hill, SC 29731

803-366-8111

Big Bobber

In earlier times, Dad was forced to choose between napping on a pool raft OR sitting near the beer cooler. That’s no way to live. The Big Bobber floats in the water and keeps beer cool and right near Dad so he doesn’t get too nervous.

Wine Glass Holder Necklace 

Is your dad one of those guys that talks with his hands — especially after a few glasses of wine? The wine glass holder necklace lets him get his drink on, while still telling boring stories with wild and nervous hand gestures.

Butt Putt Practice Putter

After ties, golf products are the most stereotypical Father’s Day gifts. Here’s one though that will surely liven up the party: The Butt Putt is perhaps the noisiest gift you can give Dad. When he makes it in the hole, the device makes one of seven different gasing (farting) noises

Couch Potato Cross Trainer 

Your Dad’s doctor probably wants him to get more exercise, but daddy probably just wants to chill and watch the tube. The Couch Potato Cross Trainer satisfies both. It’s a weight that attaches poorly to a remote control, giving Dad a chance to get some weight training while he’s channel surfing.  Wow, what big arms dad!

IDenta Touch&Know Drug Tester

It’s the thought that counts and while there may be more expensive gifts, nothing says love to a suspicious Dad than giving him permission to drug test you whenever he feels like.  Plus all the fun he’ll have at parties and with strangers!

Maple Bacon Coffee 

You already gave your Dad bacon for Christmas, now you can give him bacon-flavored coffee.  Once Dad ingests the caffeine to make his heart pump faster, combined with bacon’s well-known artery-clogging properties, well just say the fun is just beginning!

 

Giant Tweezers 

Does your dad hate dipping his meaty paws into a jar trying to get the last olive for his martini?  Maybe trying to peer over his belly to get to his feet.  These giant tweezers will allow him to get it whether from a jar or some part of his body.  Doctor approved!

Bacon Bandages 

Everything’s better with bacon. Even bruises and scrapes? Yes! Though not scratch n’ sniff, Dad we’ll look like he’s truly bringing home the bacon

 

Extinguisher Drink Dispenser 

If your dad is a gadget guy, he will love this drink dispenser disguised as a fire extinguisher. He will walk around with margaritas or whatever and make jokes about “fire water.”  He can also extinguish an unruly guest or family member.

Power Flask  

If Dad gets nervous if his smartphone charge gets below 50 percent, this flask will ease him mind. It keeps up to three devices charged while you’re out and about, allowing him to have a clear mind (unless he’s drinking from a different kind of flash at the same time).  Not to mention all the potential radiation frying his body. (nice one dad!)

Bacon Candle

If there is such as a thing as truth in advertising, it’s this bacon-scented candle. It smells overpoweringly like bacon, almost oppressively so. Fool the family on those mornings when you didn’t cook any bacon at all!

Glove-based Sensor

Dads who play golf can improve their swing with this glove that records the motion of the swing and sends it to his smartphone so he can analyze it over and over forever. The product is obviously geared toward real golf, but it will probably work on miniature golf as well except on the windmill hole.

Man Hands Soap 

Most soaps are filled with perfumes and make men smell like women. Man Hands soap tries to reverse decades of perfumed prejudice by making soaps scented like manly things such as bacon, beer and bonfire.  Which one to use first!

Edible Arrangements!
Dad loves to eat so let him eat his gift!  Edible Arrangements in Rock Hill offers a variety of baskets filled with everything dad loves (and you can always add to it when you leave the store…) 305 Herlong Ave #304  Rock Hill, SC 29732 (803) 329-3300

There’s always more great ideas at SullivanShops.com

 

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Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday!!! Whether your mom is your “mama” or your wife, here are some great ideas for Mother’s Day listeners of Palmetto Mornings on WRHI!

Online shipping is a little more expensive now but still doable (but isn’t mom worth it!)  so you’ll probably want to shop local in order to get more for your money and not spending $ on 2 day shipping.  Here are a few ideas…some traditional like jewelry and some out of the box as you’ll see below.

First, what does mom want, what does mom need?  Kids can create something and color it…that’s cute, but what mom really wants—and you’ll agree Freddie, is jewelry!!!!  And lot’s of it!! Right?! I like local and HEGE JEWELERS. (Pronounced like Peggy with an H)  

HEGE                                               
(803) 327-7850
143 Herlong Ave
Rock Hill, SC 29732 

Unlike those large chain jewelry stores at the mall, HEGE Jewelers will customize jewelry from older pieces.  Turn a ring into a necklace, a necklace into a bracelet.  Surprise mom with something refreshing from a piece she no longer wears.  Yes, old is new again! Family owned and operated gives you more flexibility and boutique selection. 

 But guys, Chuck, Mom may have all the jewelry she wants so perhaps she wants to be pampered.  That’s what mom really wants.  Splurge on a spa treatment.  …I like SERENITY SPA in Rock Hill.  Mom can relax with a variety of delightful pampering services like Oxygen facial, hand and foot care, massage, manicure or pedicure, or hair style!  Mention Chuck and Freddie on Palmetto Mornings when you book 3 services from their salon menu and receive 10% off! 

Serenity Spa Salon
1622 Ebenezer Road
Park Place
Rock Hill, SC 29732
Phone: 803-980-6200

 On a budget?

·  Draw her a bubble bath:  (get a pen and paper…make the picture pretty–NOT) Get some bath salts, rose petals, add a little baking soda to make her skin softer, light some candles, put on some music (something SHE loves)  and keep the kids occupied (maybe buy them a new dvd to watch). This will allow Mom to enjoy a little piece of spa-living right at home!

·  Make her a candlelight dinner: even if it’s a simple meal, the gesture will make her feel like it’s back in the days when you were courting her.  (Please, no TV microwave dinners.) And yes, YOU clean up the kitchen!! And then WATCH A CHICK FLICK!!!  “The Notebook” is always a favorite!

Here’s another great idea I found from Parent’s magazine:

*Arrange a lunch with her friends: surprise her with a lunch date! Get in contact with some of the husband’s of your wife’s friends. Make plans ahead of time for all of the Dads to babysit for the kids so the mom’s can go out to a nice lunch.  Go ahead and make the reservations for them and everything!  Thankfully, you can’t reserve a spot in the drive-thru.  She’ll be grateful for the splurge, and still get to enjoy most of the day with the people that matter most to her – you and the kids!

Mom may like some more time for herself and that means sleeping in late, maybe breakfast in bed and some dessert, ahem!  If you’ve got kids, keep them quiet. 

How about a family picture?  You can then load it in a photo frame that you’ve pre-loaded with tons of pictures of you, the kids, the pets…plug it in and it’s ready to go! 

Check groupon for deals in the Rock Hill area.  I’ve got the link on SullivanShops.com.  Groupon Rockhill Here. Everything from bowling at the fun center, golf, art classes, food, fitness and even flying lessons!! And if you go up with mom, just make sure she’s in a good mood that day to bring you down—safely. More groupon here.

Remember, the most special gift doesn’t have to come from a store.  As a matter of fact, it comes from the heart.  (Chuck, please start the piano music.)  Mom just wants time to feel appreciated on Sunday AND that you’re really putting yourself out there to make the day feel special for her.  Turn off the TV, put down the remote and devote the entire day to whatever she wants.  It’s her day.  We love you mom.

Find more ideas at SullivanShops.com

 

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Valentines Day 2013

Love is in the air and guys especially, it’s that time again!  Hello!!

WIN $25,000 for you and your sweetheart!  Thanks to Better Homes and Garden’s!

Remember every father’s day you get a tie?  Boring!  I feel women probably feel the same way…right Colleen?  Do you want jewelry for Valentines? (OF COURSE!!)  But why not be surprised!  So whoever you may be buying for, MIX IT UP!!  Jewelry AND something she may not be expecting!

Let’s start with the jewelry.

HEGE JEWELERS. (Pronounced like Peggy with an H)
(803) 327-7850
143 Herlong Ave
Rock Hill, SC 29732

Hege jewelers is a staple there in Rock Hill.  Mom Kathleen has been running this family business for 35 years!!  Daughter Linda and her brother Mike work there as well.  Hege Jewelers offers beautiful jewelry, AND Custom jewelry.  Take a ring or something sitting in a drawer and repurpose it into a necklace.  Let Hege show you how.

Here’s something you can do (and should do often) as a little surprise.  Chuck, I know you do this for your wife all the time!  (No, not complain!)  Slip a love note, card, sticky note into their bag…their laptop (when they open it, surprise!)  her purse, his wallet, the refrigerator, on the remote…in the car on sun visor!   Cut out hearts from magazines or print a couple out and make a card!!!  Write down something deep here.  Not just “I love you” but why…what is it your wife, husband, partner does that makes you love them?  Express it!  Send an electronic card too!  TEXT a little something something to them during the day…Now, be warned!! Make sure you have the number correct.  Don’t want to send a fun note to your wife and have it go to your boss Bob!

 

Flowers!  Roses are red but any flower will do.

White Daisies:  The white petals of daisies signify loyal love, purity, beauty, innocence, patience, and simplicity — Red tulips symbolize perfect love. 

Red carnations represent admiration, deep love, and affection.

Find out all the meanings of flowers at Better Homes and Gardens magazine online :

 

Decorate your home!  Buy a bouquet of heart shaped balloons from Dollar Tree or any dollar store.  They’re bigger and last longer!  12 for $12 and you can surprise your Valentine by slipping them out of your trunk after he/she has gone to bed and put in the kitchen or bring them to bed in the morning!!!
We love coupons, right?  Print out your own coupons and tie red ribbon around them all…then tie them to a bottle of red wine or champagne!  Think of the fun you’ll have redeeming them!  You can use a 3×5 card or buy red blank cards and create your own fun!

Got a little more time?  Create a video of pictures of the two of you in a montage theme with a favorite love song.  Maybe your favorite song is Elton John “Sorry seems to be the hardest word!” (joke.)   Editing software online or on most computers allow you to drop in pix and add a song.  I like Muvee Reveal (simple 3 step process) and there is a link at SullivanShops.com

Bake a dessert!  Chuck, are you good in the kitchen? Cooking?!!  Just buy Pillsbury or ready to bake cookies and let the kids cut them out using a heart shaped cookie cutter available at most grocery stores.  The kids can decorate (and eat) them too!  It doesn’t have to be fancy just heart shaped and as they say, the thought that counts…and in this case, taste as well!
Colleen, you’ve been slaving over a hot microphone all morning and I bet you’d love to have dinner prepared for you, right?!  Surprise your Valentine with a home cooked meal.  Now if he or she is there all day, go buy a prepared meal and then surprise them but just don’t make them serve it and clean it up.  You do it all! Yes, even the dishwasher!!

Watch a Romantic movie!  Guys, this is not what you may be thinking!! Ahem.  Colleen, what’s your favorite romantic movie?  Chuck?  Go by Red Box or your movie store (they still have those, right?) and pick up the dvd.  Call ahead to reserve it!  I bet Titanic will still be on the shelf though.

I think you really have to be in tune with your Valentine to win with whatever you may be planning.  There is always the gift card route too…dinner out is a nice treat (just not a drive through!) and if all else fails, a hot bubble bath in a clean tub by candlelight and a new piece of lingerie  could be all that you need.

Oh yeah, If you’re buying a massage from a local spa, ask them to post date the certificate so you don’t look like you waited until the last minute….

More including other gift ideas at SullivanShops.com

(scroll down unless you’re listening live on the radio then don’t read and drive. Thank You.)

 

 

Hope you had a great Black Friday and Cyber Monday experience!

The Deals are still out there!  Keep shopping online and keep shopping for deals in store. 

 

December 19, 2012

Sullivan Shops!

Chuck and Colleen

Coming down to the wire on a sleigh as Christmas is a week from yesterday!!  2 Day shipping and more expensive 1 day shipping if you really need it.  Get free 2 day shipping with an Amazon.com Prime trial!!

Stocking Stuffers:

Coffee.  When I worked at the radio station it was a staple! I discovered coffee that is the best I’ve ever had. (I prefer the mellowness of the “Mid City” roast.  And treat yourself to a bag of the best Chocolate coffee you’ve ever tasted!)  As a matter of fact, the Emperor of China buys his coffee from the same coffee farm so you know it’s good!!  Phoenix Community Coffee Company (PCC) is a coffee company connecting coffee with a cause to provide relief to a global community.

As a nonprofit, we promote sustainability on international coffee farms. We support community development in those regions. And we deploy teams around the world. Our coffee with a cause model invites others to take part in GREAT COFFEE with a GREAT CAUSE.

FUNDRAISING:  Through the sale of our delicious coffee, organizations such as schools, clubs, charities, nonprofits, and churches can create a continuous source of revenue.  We take the mess out of fundraising. With our simple, three step process, you are able to create your own privatized website and share it with your community. We process payments. We handle distribution. And you receive a check for everything sold! You are even able to monitor your account success. You can invite others to fundraise with you as members.  PhoenixCommunityCoffee.com

Charitable Giving!  Teach your children the spirit of giving and support Prepare the Meal.org which feeds a child in Kenya for just 5 cents per meal! Think of how many nickels you have in your pocket.  That’s a meal for each nickel!!  My friends Jim, Steve and Joe are spearheading this great cause.  Donate $5.00 and you feed 25 families of four!! Watch the numbers tick up.  It’s fun and you will feel great!

Baby It’s cold outside!! And when it’s cold and you have gloves on…you know how hard it is to operate a phone because you can’t use your touch screen?  DIGITS to the rescue!!   Digits are conductive “pins” that attach to your gloves and allow you to operate electronic touchscreen devices such as MP3 players in cold weather.  Even when it’s below zero! Set of four pins. Each pin measures .4″ x .4″ x .25″.    $9.99  Shop online at BBB for all your items and then reserve for pick up in the store!  Saves time.  Use your 20% off coupon too (find them online too)…and those by the way the store accepts them even if they have expired!! And I’ve seen shoppers in line using a coupon for each item!  You can find tons of stocking stuffers at BBB.

 

 

 

 

Do you have an “all in 1 drawer” where you keep pens, change, screwdrivers?  How many times have you misplaced a tool or can’t find one when you need it.  Kelvin.23 Comes in Ninja black or Power Pink!  At just $25, you get one tool to fix hundreds of jobs and compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand.  23 of the most commonly used tools and features into a compact, rugged, and stylish urban design. The cast aluminum body, and rubber touch handle are ergonomically integrated to act tough and feel good. Tons of different screw head bits, tape measure, magnetic to hold those small screws you drop and lose, light, level, hammer and all tucks in a drawer with all your other stuff!  O magazine says “It’s the next best thing to living with a handy-man.”  You can also find a comparable tool at any Hardware store or home improvement warehouse.

Tired of having someone else open all those tightly closed jars?  I found an opener that works like a breeze! Jar Pop looks like an opener but you are actually releasing the seal on the jar to loosen the lid.  The best opener I’ve ever used!  About $5.99 depending on where you shop…Sears, Kmart, etc….

Plastic bottles fill landfills and now Hydra Bottle brings you a reusable plastic bottle that you can actually clean!  The bottle unscrews in the middle for easy cleaning and if you want to add some fruit in your water now you can. It is made from super durable Tritan  (from the planet Krypton) and is 100% BPA free.  Now that we love!  16.9 ounces

My mom always loaded our stocking with a grapefruit or orange to fill space.  Do it and watch your kids reaction.  Under $1.00 and the look: Priceless!  Try apples or bananas too!
Lottery tickets are great stocking stuffers!  Scratch offs are fun too!  Want to have fun yourself? Sign the back of the tickets!!!
Go to your local drugstore,  Super Wal-mart, Target for health and beauty items like toothpaste, floss, Razor blades.  Guys love razor blades but we typically don’t like buying them.

Do a scavenger hunt with clues starting in the stocking.  Then each clue can lead them to another location where either the gift is hidden OR there is a prize for whoever returns the most clues!!  Local movie theatre tickets make great stocking stuffers.
Again, New Years resolutions coming up and your Rock Hill YMCA offers tons of locations at an unbeatable family price.

Call your parent’s cable company and make a payment on their account for a month of cable!  You can do this with their cell phones, house phones and the like.  It’s little things like this which are a monthly expense that is a welcome surprise!

Gift cards to restaurants, local merchants make great gifts for anyone.  Those gift card kiosks are convenient but remember you have to buy preset amounts.  Go directly to a merchant and buy a gift card where you can set the amount.  Use your imagination…think outside the box and into the stocking.  If it fits, it’s a go!

More info on shopping at SullivanShops.com!

 

Sullivan Shops

December 10, 2012

Hi Coleen and Chuck!  Only 15 days until Christmas, Hanukkah started Saturday at Sundown so Happy Happy Hanukkah!!

Shopping around town…have you been to Badcock furniture?  I thought they just sold furniture but nooooo! They’ve got MORE!  New mattress and box springs, adjustable bed frames, pillows and mattress covers.  Electronics:  Big screen TV’s, Home theatre systems for that mancave!, Camcorders to capture baby’s first Christmas or dad’s reaction, DVD players to watch all your favorite movies, Stereos to listen to Palmetto Mornings with Chuck and Colleen! Stands and furniture to hold it all and even Small electronics.  Hot under the collar? Badcock sells Air Conditioners!  Surprise mom with a new dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Vacuum or Washer and Dryer….Bedding, Lamps, Wall Décor, Rugs, Home décor, and outside with Grills, lawnmowers, tractors, Smokers, tillers, and trimmers! And MORE!!

And of course Furniture from the baby’s room to the Living room and in between.  Over 300 locations of Badcock furniture and one close to you in York.  717C E Liberty  York, SC 29745

 

Hungry? Southern Salads and Sandwich Company has you covered!  Clay Henderson a Rock Hill native has been in the food business for 30 years and has grown Southern Salads and Sandwich Company into a local favorite.  TRY THE PIMENTO CHEESE!! Homemade Chicken salad on warm bread is my choice for lunch today and you might want to add some of that delicious homemade BBQ sauce everyone raves about!  This Christmas  stuff their stockings with gift cards…cater the company holiday party or surprise your co-workers with a catered lunch to say thanks for a job well done!  A fast casual restaurant with fresh homemade soups, salads and sandwiches.  They’re open for lunch and early dinner. 

SOUTHERN SALADS and SANDWICH Company
1724 Ebenezer Road (next to the Food Lion)
Rock Hill, SC  29732
(803) 981-9222   (803) 981-9333 fax

Shopping could be called a habit and when you shop online at MYHABIT.com from Amazon and you’ll learn why!  Just found out about this last night at a Christmas party. Of course I am a amazon size fan of Amazon.com

MYHABIT is a private fashion sale site offering up to 60% off hand-picked selections from designer and boutique brands.  Founded by Amazon.com, offering free, instant membership; fast, free shipping on U.S. orders and free return shipping in the U.S.

Shop for women, men, children, Home and Designer.  Sales only last 72 hours or until sold out.  Amazing quality and styles on the site….  This has the SullivanShops.com stamp of approval.  Right now, invite 5 friends and get $25 dollars to spend on the site!

MyHabit.com offers you free shipping BOTH WAYS! Order by Dec. 21st to receive by Christmas eve!

Tom Sullivan is a TV Host and radio personality who’s passion for saving money is not only smart but fun!  Visit Tom’s website:  http://www.TomOnAir.com

 

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Sullivan Shops!
December 4, 2012

I love local and small family owned businesses.  That’s why I want to spotlight a couple each time I’m on.

 

First up: 

HEGE JEWELERS. (Pronounced like Peggy with an H)
(803) 327-7850
143 Herlong Ave
Rock Hill, SC 29732

Mom Kathleen has been running this family business for 35 years!!  Daughter Linda and her brother Mike work there as well.  Hege Jewelers offers beautiful jewelry, watches with all work performed on the premises.  They service what they sell.  Yes, they repair watches and clocks!!

Let’s say you have a ring from your grandmother or passed down through the family…or maybe a necklace you’d like to make into a ring.  Hege Jewelers does customer jewelery!  Transform a ring into a necklace or a necklace into a ring…or a bracelet.  Your style, your idea custom made!  Bring new life to an old piece of jewelery.

Time Santa’s arrival for the stroke of midnight Christmas eve with a new Pulsar or Seiko watch from Hege Jewelers.  Hege also buys gold so make some extra ca$h this holiday!

Upper Palmetto YMCA.

http://www.upymca.org/

The Upper Palmetto YMCA is a perfect gift for yourself or any member of the family.  Half the battle of losing weight and getting in shape is convenience.  With 10 locations, you’ve got choices!  Established in 1913 and going strong today, Upper Palmetto YMCA which is all about

Is a deal for families.  $75 dollars a month gets you and your family in to ALL locations!  So for example a mom and dad with 5 kids can access all 10 locations of the Upper Palmetto YMCA and all classes are included…from cardio to yoga…Zumba!  Plus, free Child Watch at each location.  Now amenities vary by location so you can go to their website UPYMCA.ORG  and click on each location to see what they have…indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasiums, ….  Hi to the C.E.O. Moe Bell and the entire team at Upper Palmetto Y M C A!
Digital Cameras.  You’ve taken hundreds and hundreds of pictures and now where are they?  Get them off your computer and onto the coffee table with a custom photo album that’s simple to do.  Online sites like Shutterfly.com or Snapfish.com are the 2 most popular but many sites offer them and in different styles.  You can also put your pictures on just about anything!  Surprise a grandparent with a photo coffee mug or dad with a photo mouse pad where you’ll be just a click away from being reminded of you!

How about your pictures on an ipod case? You can do it!

Even better,  buy a digital picture frame and load it with your favorite pictures and wrap it up so when your gift recipient opens it up on Christmas day or Hanukkah, they’ll have instant memories when they plug it in.

How about this!  I got my mom and dads wedding album and scanned all the pictures into my computer.  I adjusted the contrast and brightness and then made a video of all the pictures set to my mom and dad’s first wedding dance songs!  There’s different software.  I like Pinnacle for more in depth video editing or Muvee Reveal for a simplified approach to making videos with your pictures.  And you can read all about it on my website SullivanShops.com

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November 27, 2012

Some fun gifts under $25:

Let’s start with a local favorite:

Animal Supply House on North Anderson Road.  I love this place.  20 years in business serving all your animal needs. From  Dogs, Cats, Birds, small animals,  food, Grooming and Supplies.  

We are what we eat and same is true for your dog.  How about Holistic Foods from Animal Supply House for your dog and they’re free of By-products!  Take their 28 day food challenge.  You have nothing to lose.   Animal Supply House guarantees it!

Gotta have toys for your dog or cat.  Jeff told me Animal Supply House just put up their Holiday Toy display featuring crinkly fun Reindeer, penguins, santa claus, octopus, gingerbread men and more!  $4.99 and up. Yes, they all crinkle –like Kris!!!  Also just arrived–Jingle bell collars!! $4.99-$6.99 in 3 sizes.  Tons of treats too!  Go by and sniff around!  Say hi to any of the friendly staff at Animal Supply House on North Anderson Road.

1025 North Anderson Road  Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 366-2959

 

 

On the subject of pets, here’s a great idea for anyone who loves dogs.  A brand new book titled “Divinity of Dogs” features stories of love, compassion, joy and more.  I’m proud to say my dogs Angel and Parker are both included in this Amazon.com best seller.  It’s also being published around the world…in Portuguese and soon in Italian! Under $15 or download  for under $11!  Also check out the companion c.d. of music from composer George Skaroulis  …music to calm both dogs and their owners! Divinity of Dogs. (can also order from Amazon, iTunes, etc….) 

Looking for an Outdoor paradise? Nichols Store!  Nichols has you covered with all your outdoor needs from hunting, fishing, camping…This store is HUGE!  22,000 sq feet and family owned and operated. 

Chuck and Colleen: His and Hers Browning pocket knives  just $14.99!  Assorted colors too!  From opening letters and packages to you name it, these little pocket knives from Browning are the perfect stocking stuffer!  I use my pocket knife all the time.   And ladies if you’re tired of calling your husband to dinner, pick up a turkey call that he’ll surely hear!  From Antelope to Woodpecker and everything in between—even squirrel!!  From $6.99 and up!

Darren, Shannon, Tina and the friendly staff at Nichols Store are ready to help ya get out there!

Nichols Store – Outdoor Paradise. The one stop location for all you hunting, fishing, camping and outdoor needs.
1980 Mount Holly Road  Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 328-9792

 

And you know how guys never get rid of their wallets?  Think George on Seinfeld.  Mighty Wallets to the rescue!  Made of Tyvek, the same material used in overnight envelopes.  Over a 100 styles ranging from your fav. TV shows to food.  My favorite:  DINERO  wallet—looks like $100 bills!      The Mighty Wallet® is tear-resistant, water-resistant, expandable and recyclable.  These cool wallets resist tearing because of thousands of interlocking plastic fibers spun in random patterns, giving them incredible strength.

And having a party?  These Oprah “O” list candles are chalk board ready in black or school green.  They come with colored chalk too so you can write guests names on them or a holiday message or erase it and start over!  Fun for all and under $25.  Ladies just love them!  

Find all these deals and shopping tips at Sullivan Shops.com

Tom Sullivan is a TV Host and radio personality who’s passion for saving money is not only smart but fun!  Visit Tom’s website:  http://www.TomOnAir.com

 

Regardless when you are shopping, remember these tips:

 Black Friday ads online in one place! http://BlackFriday.com/

*MAKE A LIST!!  First thing! (and check it twice.)  Family, friends, co-workers.  Write down prices of what you want to spend and stick to your budget.

*RETURN POLICY!  How long you have to return item? Exchange only? Credit in store or cash back? If bought online can item be returned to store or do you have to repack and ship back?  Gift receipt required?  Empower yourself  BEFORE shopping. (especially for online purchases!!)  I like Costco for 90 days on most electronic items.  Some stores have restocking fees (electronics…)  Seasonal items like Christmas lights return at sale price regardless of receipt. (Target)

*COMPARE PRICES from store ads to online merchants.  Will store match online prices?  More are these days.  Remember that buying online offers convenience of never leaving home or in-store pickup but also means you may have to ship it back (KNOW RETURN POLICY!!)  or your gift recipient will so take that into consideration.   Download scanner like red-line to your smart phone so you can scan UPC codes in store and compare prices to other merchants.  Also take advantage of QR codes (Quick Response) is a square matrix bar code.  When you “opt-in” you have access to manufacturer or store website and they have your contact info to send you sales, deals.  They’ll also send you text messages/emails that can be annoying at the repetitive nature or depending on your cell plan could cost you money. (I never sign up my actual home address with these services.)  Are the savings worth the time and gas across town (s) to pick up?

*TAKE ADS WITH YOU TO STORE!  Buy Thursday paper (on Wednesday afternoon) and go through ads to find what you want and what’s on sale.  Sometimes merchants make mistakes so proof of ad saves you time and money.  Not every store associate will know every sale advertised. Computers are programmed by humans and there can be errors!

*SAFETY!  Watch your personal belongings…purses, children, purchases.  Put valuables in trunk OUT OF SIGHT.  Don’t leave purse in cart when browsing.  Pack lightly for shopping (less to carry!)   Don’t take a lot of ca$h to store.  Thieves watch to see when you open your purse or wallet if you are carrying a lot of $.

ONLINE SHOPPING:

*CYBER MONDAY! Monday, November 26^th,  2012 is an internet special – online only offers for that day.  Many retailers already started online offers…now Cyber Turkey!  Sears started last Sunday (-Wed only, then will change.)  I love Amazon.com  for all my purchases.  HUGE (largest in world) and Free shipping (over $25) and tons of reviews on products from real users.  Remember:  When shopping Amazon.com, try to buy from a merchant this is fulfilled by Amazon which has better return policy and gets you toward the $25 floor for free shipping.

*SMARTPHONE USERS:  download store app to get exclusive online only offers or sign up for their members club.

**USE A DIFFERENT EMAIL than your primary address.  I formed an email account for use with all online purchases.  This way your primary email doesn’t get spam and the like.  Free to set up at your internet provider or yahoo or gmail -my favorites.**

*CHECK URL ADDRESS!  Cyber theft is up!  Did you misspell the retailer online? Instead of Amazon.com you typed Amzon.com and could be directed to bogus site.  Something seems too good to be true, it probably is!  **Double check your order BEFORE you hit submit.  Did you enter correct address?  Credit card info correct?  Item color and size correct?   Will it arrive BEFORE Christmas/Hanukkah?  Is there additional handling charges on each item or is it flat rate shipping based on amount purchased, not total items.

*PROMO CODES!  You get to check out online and there is space for promo code or discount code.  Open another window on your computer and search on Google the retailer name for discount (retailer name+coupon code or promo code) to see if there is an online code.   Also search “free shipping”.

*FBI  has a website with tips to avoid being scammed: http://www.fbi.gov/news/news_blog/holiday-shopping-tips

*VIRUS PROTECTION:  And run your virus scans often…your virus protection is up to date isn’t it?  Great free protection: Avast. 

THE EASIEST GIFTS FOR THAT HARD TO BUY FOR PERSON?

GIFT CARDS:  One size fits all!!!  Gift card kiosks at Home Depot, Lowe’s, grocery stores feature cards from many retailers but it also means they are pre determined amounts which may be more than you want to spend.  For example you may want a Target gift card but the grocery store kiosk has $25 and $50 cards only.  Go directly to Target allows you the flexibility to customize the amount.   KNOW if the card loses value if not used by certain date, dormancy fee or carries a fee to activate (like AMEX or Visa/Mastercard)

*RECEIPTS:  Put them all in a folder so you can locate them after holidays.  No receipt means the store is in control and can give you lowest selling price from anytime during the year OR no return OR no $ back.  AND CHECK YOUR RECEIPTS BEFORE you leave store for accuracy: sale prices, quantity, etc.

Tom Sullivan is a TV Host and radio personality who’s passion for saving money is not only smart but fun!  Visit Tom’s website:  http://www.TomOnAir.com

 

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