New at Forever 21

Okay ladies, we all know that you love forever 21! However, the sizing is for juniors. Well, forever 21 has finally decided to update the demographics of their shoppers. Well, now they have the new Love 21, which is geared towards women sizes. It is their new contemporary, sophisticated line, but still with the same great prices. Check them out! This line can be found in select forever 21 stores, or it can be found on their website. Happy Shopping!


http://www.forever21.com/category.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=love21_main&page=all&pgCount=20

New exhibit at the High Museum of Art!!!!

Coming to the High Museum is the new summer theme exhibit. Starting June 6- August 23, Monet Water Lilies and Richard Misrach: On The Beach are coming! Reserve you tickets today. To reserve tickets you can go to the High Museum's website or you can call and reserve tickets. This seems like a great way for those that can't make it to an exotic garden or sensual beach to explore and have fun. All the while in air conditioning!!!!

The High Museum of Arts phone number: (404)-733-5000

Their website: http://www.high.org/main.taf?erube_fh=erblog&erblog.submit.PostDetail=true&erblog.blogid=31&erblog.BlogPostID=936

Summer Reading

Okay, so summer is almost here and I need to make a list of books that I plan to read. I usually set a goal and try to read that many books by the end of the summer. Last year, my goal was 15 books. This year, I plan to read approximately 20 books. I need to start my list now. I am currently reading Sophie Kinsella's Remember Me?. It is a fantastic book and I highly recommend this author. She wrote the shopaholic series. So I plan to read my 20 books and blog about each one over the summer. Any great book recommendations would be much appreciated. My favorite is Chick-lit, but I read everything. I think I may start off with a James Patterson book. I love Patterson. Especially, the women's murder club series. That is also fantastic series and I highly recommend it! The last series that I love (and terribly breaks my heart that there are no more new books) is the Harry Potter series. I read the new book every summer and this summer there isn't a new book...*sigh* (sniff...sniff). Anyway, let me know what you plan to read this summer. Maybe we can read and discuss some great books over the summer!!!! Happy Reading.

New Harry Potter Movie coming out this summer...

Get ready for Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Are you excited? I sure am!!!! Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince set to be realised on July 17, 2009!!!! Mark you calendars and get ready to get your tickets early. I love Harry and his wonderful adventures. I really miss reading Harry Potter. Over the last three summers, I would read the Harry Potter series. This summer, I will miss not having a new Harry Potter book to read (at least there is the new movie!). If you are interested in a sneak peak of the movie, you can find three movie trailers on this website (my favorite is trailer #1):

http://www.moviefone.com/movie/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince/27063/main?icid=webmail%7Cwbml-aol%7Cdl7%7Clink3%7Chttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.moviefone.com%2Fmovie%2Fharry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince%2F27063%2Fmain

Great pair of pearl earrings and an upcoming sale at Ann Taylor/Ann Taylor Loft

Well, I love pearl jewelry. Okay, truth be told, I just love jewelry. So, when I received the email that the jewelry store, Zales, had Honora 9.0-9.5mm button pearls on clearance for $12.99, I went to my local store and bought a pair. They have them on their site too. Great value and a lovely way to accessorize your wardrobe. You can never go wrong with classy pearls.

Check out the link:

http://www.zales.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3455840&kpc=1

Zales, had great service and I highly recommend these pearls.

Now, Ann Taylor/Ann Taylor Loft are having their friends and family sale this coming week. It starts April 28, 2009 - May 3, 2009. Just use the coupon code on their website or use the discount in the store.

Use Coupon Code: FRIENDS

Great deals at Victoria's Secret, My points, and Upromise

Okay ladies, Spring is here and it is time to spring clean. Clean out and get rid of the old undies. Victoria's secret is having a great sell on their panties and bras. Their panties are 7 pairs for $24.50. The bras are 25-40% off. They also have a few coupon codes and this great beauty deal. If you spend $35.00 on beauty products you can get this makeup case with their popular fragrances for an extra $10 dollars. Also, they have their money off discounts depending on how much you spend. Happy Shopping.

7 panties for $24.50 ends Monday April 27. Use this discount code: 7PTY

For the makeup case use this code: 10GIFT

Discount code. $20 off of orders that are 100, $30 off of orders that are $150, $75 off of orders that are $250. Use this code: 09Spring

In addition to the great sale at Victoria's secret, also get money for college (upromise) or earn gift cards through (mypoints). Both upromise and mypoints are great websites to get more for your buck. If you go to their sites first, you earn either points or a percentage of money and can use it towards gift cards or college. Both are great sites. I use one of them every time I shop! I have received money for college and I have gotten a Macy's gift card and Bloomingdale's gift card. There is no catch. Join either site today.

http://www.mypoints.com/

http://www.upromise.com/

Grease is the word..is the word... it's got groove, it's got meaning!

Okay Theatre Fans, get ready because on April 29th, Grease tickets will be on sale at the Fox theatre (Ticketmaster). The fox theatre dates are August 11- 16, 2009. Taylor Hicks (American Idol Fame), will be the star of this Broadway musical. Get you tickets early, because this show is sure to sell out.

Atlanta:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/114694/844058?brand=tots

Don't worry, for those that are not in Atlanta, you can see the show when it comes to your local town. Check out this link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=Grease

Macy's Friends and Family

Hello,

I just wanted to let everyone know that Macy's will have their friends and family sale starting Wednesday April 29th-May4 2009. The coupon code for the friends and family online store is the following: MACYSFF

The discount is 25% off regular, sale, and clearance. Some exclusions may apply! A great time to get something for yourself or a little something for Mom!

http://www.macys.com/

Mother's day is coming up

So it is that time of year again. Mother's day is right around the corner. How are you planning to celebrate? My top ideas are the following:

1) Jewelry is always on the top of most women's lists. I would highly recommend jewelry. So many stores have great sales going on at the moment. I would recommend Macy's because they have such great sales. If you shop online their have free shipping for any jewelry purchase of $125 or more. Also, check around for other coupon codes on sites such as www.retailmenot.com

2) Fragrance is another hot item on most women's lists. I would highly recommend a clean, fresh scent or a soft floral scent. My top picks are Prada Infusion D' Iris, Chanel #5, Vera Wang, Dolce and Gabbana's Light blue, and any of the Jo Malone fragrances.

3) A day at the spa or hair salon. This way Mom can have a relaxing day without the kids. Check around for local spas or salons in your area.

4) A lovely dinner or lunch would surely brighten mom's day! I would recommend that you try a place that you have never visited before. You will have a memorable Mother's Day when you try something new. Look for an Italian, Caribbean, Japanese, or other exotic restaurant.

5) Local organizations will be participating in Relay for Life on the weekend of Mother's Day. This is one of the biggest cancer fundraising events. I would highly recommend this event. It is a great way to meet people, raise awareness, and raise funds to eliminate cancer. Spend Mother's Day volunteering during this event. It will be a fun way to give back to your community and also an experience that will never be forgotten. Check out the American Cancer Society to find the local event in your area.
http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/findevent

Good Customer Service and Proper Etiquette

You know, there is something to be said about great customer service and proper etiquette. On tax day (I know my first mistake!), I went to pick up a package at the post office. I was standing in a long line for something that would have taken all of 5 minutes to pick up. So there was this lady who worked at the post office, so I asked her if she could get my package. She told me "no, and that I needed to stand back in line." So, I get back in line and it is almost my turn. I am the next person to be called, when the lady comes back and tells me she can get my package. She goes to get the package and then helps this other lady that is in front of me. Well, I was annoyed because she called me over to the counter and she wasn't even ready to help me. She was helping someone else. So I wasted even more time. Finally, the lady was ready to help me and she just slammed my package on the desk. I was thinking "hello! that is fragile!" So, I'm like geesh, whatever happened to good customer service?


I would also like to say that proper etiquette has gone out of the window too! The other day at school, I was sitting and enjoying my lunch, when all of a sudden this girl comes and sits down. I was annoyed because she did not ask if the seats were taken. Also, she just assumed it was okay. I'm like WTH! Granted, no one was joining me, but still, she should have asked. Luckily, her friend asked, was it okay to join me. His girlfriend told him, "well aren't you the polite one." UGH! Such awful manners.

So the reason that I posted these because I'm so sick of people without proper etiquette. Please allow a pregnant woman to sit on the train. If someone is holding something in their hands, please open the door for them. When someone, opens the door for you, remember to say "Thank You!" I mean these are common courteous acts. Also, if you work with people, remember to have great customer service skills. In the long run, proper manners and custom service will pay off!

Dunkin' Donuts has ice coffee for $.50 on April 21st!

I can always use a good pick-me-up! Run by Dunkin' Donuts on April 21st for ice coffee $0.50!!! Then later go to Ben&Jerry's for a free ice cream. What can be better? Check your local listings for a shop near you.

Book Spotlight: Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella

I am currently reading Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella. She is the wonderful author that wrote Confessions of a Shopaholic series. Both books are great summer/chick lit readings. This author is absolutely fantastic and I would highly recommend her if you like chick lit that is funny and a very light read. She is absolutely wonderful. Remember Me? is about 25 year old working gal with a snaggle tooth named, Lexi Smart, that has had an accident that caused her to have amnesia. She later wakes up in the hospital at the age of 28 with a multimillionaire husband, a great job, perfect teeth, perfect hair, and perfect body. So you ask, " how does all of that happen?" Well, you need to pick up Sophie Kinsella's book to find out! If you want to discuss the book, please feel free to do so!

Sophie Kinsella's official website:

http://www.randomhouse.com/bantamdell/kinsella/

Current Exhibits at the High Museum of Art

Now is the perfect time to visit the High Museum of Art. Currently, the Museum is hosting the exhibit, The First Emperor. The exhibit is fascinating and is a great example of art and history. The exhibit is specifically focused on the excavation of China's First Emperor's, Qin Shi Huangdi, tomb. Quin Shi Huangdi is considered the "man that created China." Many of the historical pieces found are the terracotta soldiers (approximately 1,000), tiles, and weapons. Unfortunately, the museum's exhibit is closing soon (April 2009). I highly recommend that you all go to this exhibit before it leaves Atlanta.

Also, the museum has an exhibit on the Louvre. If you have never been to Paris, this will be a perfect opportunity to see beautiful paintings and sculptures. The Louvre is a beautiful museum that holds some of the world's greatest paintings. I highly recommend that those that are near the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, take advantage of this opportunity. This exhibit stays until September 2009.

In general, I highly recommend that visitors of Atlanta make a point to visit the High Museum. It has fascinating artwork and many interesting exhibits.

If you went to the First Emperor exhibit, let me know your opinion on the exhibit! Also, if you have gone to the Louvre exhibit, give me your opinion!!!

http://www.high.org/main.taf?p=3

Tired of Paying for Movie Rentals?

Have you ever noticed those DVD rentals at Walmart called, Redbox? Well, if you sign up with their newsletter to receive text messages (standard text rates do apply), they will send you a free movie rental code every Monday. Watch a free movie once a week and never ever worry about missing out on those blockbuster thrillers. Also, their movie rentals are a dollar a day. Much better than paying $$ for rentals!

http://www.redbox.com/Help/Signup.aspx

I have a date with Ben & Jerry's (4-21-09) from noon-8pm

Ben & Jerry's is giving away a free ice cream of your choosing on the 21 of April. To find a Ben & Jerry's close to you check out their website.

http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/feature/free-cone-day/

Introducing myself

Let me start off by introducing myself. I am 24 years old, female that is born and raised in Atlanta, GA! ATL represent...LOL! I have a wonderful boyfriend of 4 years. I have two puppies named, scruffy and Lena. Scruffy is a mixed terrier and Lena is a German Shepherd. I have a tabby cat named, Coco. So you can see I have a soft spot for animals. I am graduating from university in May! I love to go to local plays, go to restaurants, to shop, and go to the park. I love to travel and have been to many places. I enjoy writing and I hope that we can a wonderful time discussing various topics. Please join me...and lets get to know one another! Happy Reading!