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Thursday, November 22, 2012

Traditional Black Friday or Black Friday Online?

As you may know by now, this Friday is "Black Friday". Black Friday is the name given to the day after the American holiday, Thanksgiving. This day kicks off the shopping holiday season. Black Friday was first introduced in 1961, and has been a tradition ever since.

Basically, it is a key time for retailers, as they have the opportunity to give you what you are looking for, at super-discounted prices, while boosting their sales and profitability. This helps make the economy go around.

Traditionally, stores would open as early as 6am, then later, 4am, and now as early as midnight. This year, Walmart plans to outrun its competition, by opening at 8pm on Thanksgiving evening.

What has also become a tradition is: the Traditional Cyber Monday, the day that's included in the Black Friday sales event, but takes place online. Black Friday was once an in-store sales event, while Cyber Monday took place online. Today, that has changed. Black Friday has become infamous for its online blow-out deals. And it seems that the online sales event is taking over as a preference for Black Friday shoppers. But why?


In the recent years, Black Friday, has become a time of great turmoil, and even grave danger. Time and time again, we have heard how countless amounts of people have been badly hurt, or tragically, killed during these sales events. In these headlines, you can see that Black Friday has taken on a new feel for customers; where the event is supposed to take the retailers out of the red, and move their sales back into the Black, thus, it has become a "black" or "dark" Friday for everyone involved.


Black Friday Turns Deadly; Hundreds Left Unconscious, Injured and Trampled [Graphic VIDEOS]-Ibtimes.com







This video was recorded at a Walmart SuperStore, at last year's Black Friday event, (2011)


Walmart still battling Black Friday trampling fine from 2008-BostonGlobe.com

In 2008, a Walmart associate was trampled to death, during a Black Friday event, in a Walmart Store. OSHA allegedly fined the mega retailer, $7,000, in a claim that Walmart did not do enough to control the crowds. According to the findings in this article, the case is still pending.




Did you hear? In addition, a pregnant woman was trampled upon, and suffered a miscarriage. And three others were injured on that day.



Here's another article on the same matter by USAToday.com, from back in 2010

Walmart fights $7,000 fine in Black Friday death-USAToday.com

In the article, Walmart made a statement that it would gather a committee to work on better safety. Don't quote me on this, but I believe this is another reason the store has decided to beat the crowds on Friday. I believe this is a way for them to better handle the rush, if people can get to the deals, before the streets and stores become crowded with people. So opening on 8pm on Thanksgiving is not just to get more sales than the competition. It's about safety. 


And if death isn't tragic enough, how about feeling like you are dead? This next video talks about the women who would do anything to get an Xbox360 at 50% off. Can someone say, "That's my Xbox... mine, mine, mine." This is exactly how childish this women acted this day. Take a look.





Pepper spray? Really? And she even sprayed little children. Now, did you hear the Fox News reporter state that she's not going to get away with this? Well, actually, she did. The police eventually found her, but she was not charged. They concluded that there was just not enough evidence to prosecute.

See more details in this next article:
No Felony Charges for LA Walmart Pepper Sprayer-Yahoo News


This Black Friday, shoppers are expressing their concerns. Worried Walmart shoppers in Porter Ranch met with officials Tuesday to make sure Black Friday runs without a "stich" this year. KCAL9's Kristine Lazar reports.

Yahoo News reports that shoppers met with Walmart officials on Tuesday, to find out what the megastore is doing this year to assure their security.

View the video report here:





Despite all this "bad and tragic news", many people still love the Traditional feel of Black Friday.


So, what do you think? Traditional Black Friday or Black Friday Online?

Will you be staying home this Black Friday, or will you "brave it out", and head to the stores? I would love to hear your take on all of this. Feel free to add your comments below. 

Whatever you decide to do, remember, safety is the most important part of this day. Nothing in these stores are worth harming another over, or losing your life over.

Happy and Safe Black Friday Shopping Day to you!


 
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Coupons & Deals Loaded: More Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals

Black Friday has officially kicked off! Some stores have been offering deals for a little over a week now. And the deals keep rolling in. You can start your Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping early, and right here, online. Loads of deals below!




Corel's Black Friday Sale



Black Friday Bonanza - Free Shipping on Restaurant & Entertaining Supplies Over $50. Use Code BFENTERTAIN. Expires 11/25.

Black Friday Bonanza - 10% OFF All Batteries. Use Code BFBATTERIES. Expires 11/25.

Broderbund 120x60 Logo

Black Friday - 88% Off Print Shop 3.0 Professional Print Pack Bundle at Broderbund.com. Black Friday Only, no code required!


Harbor Freight Tools - Save 25% to 50% Off!

Harbor Freight Tools Black Friday Sale Nov 23, 2012

Save 25% to 50% Off at Harbor Freight!





Black Friday and Cyber Monday DEALS. BIG savings on Costa Rica Gourmet Coffee


FALL '12 - FALL SALE!

Black Friday Deals at Executive Essentials!


Black Friday Promotion


Shop Advance Auto Parts


Black Friday Deal! Starting 11.25, Receive 20% Off Everything at AdvancedAutoParts.com! Offer ends 11.27








Groupon Black Friday Sale


Once You Know, You Newegg

Shop Black Friday Peripherals Deals at Newegg.com! Exp. 11/25


Stacks & Stacks Thousands of Organization Solution

BLACK FRIDAY THROUGH CYBER MONDAY - SAVE Up to $60 off select birdhouses at Stacks and Stacks! Offer valid 11/23/12-11/26/12. Shop now!


Take our fashion quiz at JustFab.com

JustFab.com - Black Friday Promo: $20 off $75. Valid 11/23 to 11/25.


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Black Friday! 20% off SITEWIDE with code BLACK20


CellphoneAccents.com Up to 75% Retail Prices

25% Off Faceplates & Covers at CellPhoneAccents.com!

Get a Free Bluetooth with Every Order Over $30! Valued at 24.99!


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1101_Shop Black Friday Sale plus Free Shipping at CHEFS Catalog!


BlackFriday_ EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE + Free Shipping at CHEFS | November 16th-26th

Calphalon Unison Nonstick Sauce Pan for $159.95 ($40 off MSRP) + Free Shipping at CHEFS Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale

Take $25 off your order of $200 or more + Free Shipping at CHEFS Black Friday Weekend Sale - Shop Now!

18022_BF Code: Everyone saves an extra 15% off w/ Code: BLACKFRI + Free Shipping on $50 (11/21-11/23)

BF Early Birds: $3.99 Holiday print accent rugs - 20x30", reg. $15.99

BF Early Birds: 30% off all video games. Choose from Nintendo Wii or DS, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360

BF: 60% off all outerwear for girls 4-16, boys 4-7, & toddlers from SO, Mudd and SONOMA life +style.

BF Early Birds: 10-20% off all fine fragrance for men and women

BF Early Birds: 55-60% + an extra 20% off all fine jewelry and silver jewelry.

BF Early Birds: 15-20% off all fragrance gift sets.

BF Early Birds: 30-50% NFL & NCAA team apparel for her. Select styles.





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Battle of the Brands, Black Friday & Cyber Monday: 30% Off Prince Lionheart Bath/Potty Seats & More

Battle of the Brands, Black Friday & Cyber Monday: 30% Off Earth's Best Baby Food



47238_Black Friday Deals: 30 - 50% Off Sitewide at PUMA

30% Off Women's Sneakers


Free Shipping on ALL Orders Thanksgiving and Black Friday





Black Friday Sale at Heels.com



Black Friday Sale - Shop Linens 'n Things and save up to 80% on select products! Offer valid 11/19 –11/23




205772_Black Friday 2012


Free Shipping


Black Friday 25% off




Bargain Outfitters Black Friday Bargains!

Well, this concludes Black Friday deals, for now. If I come across some last-minute specials, I'll be sure to post. Happy Thanksgiving weekend. Hope you find the deals you are looking for. It feels great to find what you want, and save $$$.  Happy Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping to you.



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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Black Friday Deals! Start Shopping Today

Whew! I just had my Turkey & all the trimmings, with family. We had an early Thanksgiving. It's going to be a busy week. My hubby works in the Medical field, so he doesn't get this holiday off. But that's OK. He's got the day before, so we took advantage of it, and had a wonderful time.

The stores have shelled out some great Black Friday Deals, and they're out pretty early, too. I've found quite a few for you. Many of the deals start earlier than Black Friday. Just browse the deals, and click on the links to start your shopping.


Black Friday Deals

Alibris: Books, Music, & Movies

Get $6 off $40+ with code TURKEY at Alibris.com. Valid 9pm PST on 11/18 through 11:59pm PST on 11/23.

Cyber Monday Deals


Get $5 off $35+ with code ICICLE at Alibris.com. Valid 9pm PST on 11/24 through 11:59pm PST on 11/27.

Get $9 off $60+ with code SNOWMAN at Alibris.com. Valid 9pm PST on 11/24 through 11:59pm PST on 11/27.

Save on Jewelry at Allurez.com

Black Friday Sale! 5% OFF with discount code SHOP10


Shop on a budget at Beauty.com!

Check out our Holiday Staff Picks at Beauty.com! Expires 12/31/2012

Buy stocking stuffers at Beauty.com - $25 and under!Expires 12/26/2012



Cafe Britt

Black Friday and Cyber Monday DEALS. BIG savings on Costa Rica Gourmet Coffee.-Expires 11/30/2012

Cafe Britt's Biggest sale of the year! $50 OFF + Free shipping on 20 bags of Gourmet Coffee Expires 11/30/2012

Cafe Britt is giving away your dreamed vacation. Any order counts! Exp Nov 30 Expires 11/30/2012




Free Shipping



Black Friday Deal- 2 Days Only! Free Shipping on Any Order. Click here to activate offer. Offer valid 11/22-11/23/2012.

Cyber Monday Deal- 2 Days Only! 30% Off Plus FREE Shipping on Any Order. Click here to activate offer. Offer valid 11/26-11/27/2012.





CookiesKids

Shop Cookies.com on Black Friday For 10% Off and Free Shipping-Expires 11/26/2012

Shop Cookies.com on Cyber Monday For 10% Off and Free Shipping-Expires 11/26/2012


drugstore.com

Save 50% on Balance Bars (including the brand new dark chocolate flavors) at drugstore.com! Offer ends 12.01.2012.

Get Duracell Coppertop AAA Batteries 34 ct for only $17.99 (40% off) at drugstore.com. Limited time only!

Philips Docking Clock Speaker for iPhones; iPods & MP3 Links for only $49.99 (save 44%). Limited time only!

Philips Prism Portable Speaker, Model SBA1710 for only $14.99 at drugstore.com. Limited time only!


Find wholesale wedding and event decorations at Event Decor Direct.

Free Shipping on Any order from EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: FREESHIP4ME Expires 12/17/2012

Cyber Monday Sale - 10% OFF Everything at EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: CYBMON10 Expires 12/1/2012

Thanksgiving Sale - $20 OFF Super-Bright, Color-Changing Par64 LED Uplights at EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: 20PAR64 Expires 11/24/2012

Thanksgiving Sale - $35 OFF Super-Bright 3.3ft Color-Changing LED Light Bar at EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: 35LEDBAR Expires 11/24/2012

Black Friday - $100 OFF orders of $999+ from EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: 100BUCKS Expires 11/24/2012

10% off rhinestone mesh products from EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: RSTONE Expires 11/24/2012

10% off EL wire products from EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: WIRED Expires 11/30/2012

$50 off any ceiling draping kit from EventDecorDirect.com! Use Promo Code: CD50Expires 11/30/2012


Discount Center: Save 20% To 60%,Free Shipping@Focalprice.com

6%~46% OFF Black Friday with Free Shipping. Expires 11/25/2012


FragranceNet.com

Save 15% on Your FragranceNet.com Holiday Gifts This Year! Ends 11.26.12. Expires 11/26/2012


MONTHLY DEALS. Enjoy EXTRA 25%-40% OFF FRAMES. Ends November 25, 2012. Time's limited, hurry!


BLACK FRIDAY SALE. Buy one get one FREE, Use coupon: FREEONE. It's our BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR. Offer Ends Nov. 25th. Shop Now!

interstatebatteries.com


Skip the long lines on Black Friday with 25% off and FREE shipping from interstatebatteries.com on Cyber Monday. Coupon code: CYBER12



Lakeside Collection


5 days only Black Friday sale. November 22-26

Mark Cosmetics (Avon)

Perfect for the Holidays: Get the Over Ice Necklace from mark. now $30!

Subtle sequins for the holidays from mark.! Get the Wish Me Luxe Sweater for $34!

Save 33% on the Little Bit of Edge Jacket from mark.! Now 33% off while supplies last! Valid 11.16-11.29.12.

Get the Keep it Casual Sweatshirt from mark.! Save 21% while supplies last! Valid 11.16-11.29.12.

Get the Make It a Double Necklace from mark.! Save 50% while supplies last! Valid 11.16-11.29.12.

Get the Party Lines Skirt from mark.! Now 44% off while supplies last! Valid 11.16-11.29.12.

Get the Triple Threat Earring Set from mark.! Save 50% while supplies last! Valid 11.16-11.29.12.

Shop Now at mark. and get free shipping on orders over $40. No code needed!

Office Depot, Inc

Black Friday Prices Start Online Today! Save $320 on HP Laptop Computer $379.99 at OfficeDepot.com! While Supplies Last, Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Ultratab by Jazz 7" Tablet, only $69.99 - $60 savings! Only at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Save $200 on Toshiba Satellite Computer, only $399.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Samsung Laptop & Tablet Bundle all for $469.98 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Lenovo Ideatab Tablet, $199.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Great Printer Deals! 80% off at OfficeDepot.com. HP Fax Machine only $19.99 save $20 plus save over 50% on printers. Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Save $60 HP Officejet 4500 All In One, only $39.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

WOW Prices. Lowest prices of the Season! Save $100 Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS 16.1-Megapixel Digital Camera, only $129.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

WOW $49.99 Chairs and $89.99 Desks LOWEST Prices of the Season at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

WOW Prices! Sandisk® Cruzer ® Flash Drive. 16GB, Value is $7.99; Save $22 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Save $10 on Vivitar® DVR426HD Digital Video Recorder With Camera only $19.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Buy 1 get 1 50% off select cases for iPhone® 4/4S cases at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

Microsoft® Office Home and Student 2010 3 user. Only $99.99 after $50 Savings from OfficeDepot.com! Plus get the next version Free.* Valid 11/22/12-11/24/12

BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND OFFER: Free shipping after spending $25 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/22/12-11/26/12

Office Depot Surprizes: Spend $10 online or in store today and get your SurPrize! Valid 11/22/12-11/27/12

Take 50% off. Canon PIXMA™ MG3120 Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One Printer $39.99 at OfficeDepot.com!

WOW Desks & Chairs as LOW as $99.99 at OfficeDepot.com!

Take 10% off when you buy 3 HP Toners for the same HP color LaserJet Printer *Multipacks count as one at OfficeDepot.com!

Buy your Windows 8 PC or Tablet today at OfficeDepot.com!

Save $150 on Toshiba Satellite® Laptop Computer, $379.99 at OfficeDepot.com!

Black Friday Prices Start Now! Save $100 on Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 WiFi 16GB Tablet $299.99 at OfficeDepot.com!

HP 2000-2b20NR Laptop Computer only $359.99, a $90 savings at OfficeDepot.com! While Supplies Last.


Cyber Monday Deals


CYBER MONDAY ONLY! Last Day to earn your SurPrize Card Plus Today Only get an extra SurPrize card with a $10 purchase or more at OfficeDepot.com!

QuickBooks Two Day Sale! Save $100 on QuickBooks Pro and $200 on QuickBooks Premier at OfficeDepot.com!

2 Days Only! Western Digital ® 2TB Passport Portable USB 3.0. Value $129.99. Save $20 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/25/12-11/26/12

Microsoft® Office Home and Student 2010 3 user. Only $99.99, a $50 savings from OfficeDepot.com! Plus get the next version Free.* Valid 11/25/12-11/26/12

Spend $10 online or in store and get a SurPrize! You could save up to $250 on your next purchase at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/25/12-11/26/12

Online Only! Save 50% off HP Deskjet 3520 e-All-In-One only $49.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/25/12-11/26/12

Save $70 on HP Officejet 6700 Premium e-All-In-One Printer OJ Pro 6700 $99.99 at OfficeDepot.com! Valid 11/25/12-11/26/12

Take 20% off Select Coffee at OfficeDepot.com!

Save 20% off Coffee Appliances at OfficeDepot.com

Lowest Prices of the Season: Only $199.98 for our Best-Selling Desk & Hutch Bundle. As Low As $59.99 on select Chairs.

Cyber Monday Deals Start Early Save over 50% on Select Computers, Technology & More. Plus more exclusive deals on Monday at OfficeDepot.com!


onehanesplace.com (Hanesbrands Inc.)

Special Offer! Take 40% off highest price non-sale item. Savings reflected in shopping bag. Offer valid 11/23/2012.

Two Days Only! Free Shipping with $30 order. Offer valid 11/25- 11/26/2012

Limited Time! $2 shipping on all orders. Offer valid 11/28-11/30/2012.


120x60 Paul Fredrick New Logo

Buy 1 item and get 50% off the next plus Free Shipping at PaulFredrick.com Enter HXPRBF at checkout.

Get Free Shipping on any order at PaulFredrick.com

Cyber Monday Deals

Take 15% Off purchases of $100 or 25% Off purchases of $200 or more at PaulFredrick.com.

Perfume.com

Don’t Wait in Line this Black Friday - 15% Off All Stock

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Black Friday starts 1 day early online! Save up to 50% during our Black Friday Sale at PetSmart.com! Offer Valid 11.22 – 11.23.


Find charming figurines, collectibles and gifts for all occasions from Precious Moments.

BLACK FRIDAY - A Free Gift Just for You with your order of $50 or more from Precious Moments - a $30 value! Use promo code: BFGIFT12. Offer valid 11/22/12-11/23/12. Shop now!


SkyMall, Inc.

Take 22% off your order at SkyMall – no minimum to buy! Enter code LSR16 at checkout. Offer valid 11/24–11/29.

Free standard shipping on all SkyMall orders – no minimum to buy! Enter code LSS22 at checkout. Offer valid 11/24–11/29.

Take $10 off your purchase of $30 or more at SkyMall! Enter code LST88 at checkout. Offer valid 11/24–11/29.

Spend $50 at SkyMall and receive a $25 gift card for your next purchase! Enter code LSV35 at checkout. Offer valid 11/24–11/29.


Soccer.com

Get 20% OFF orders of $100 or more from Soccer.com!* Use promo code: 1JOY. Offer valid 11/21/12-11/25/12. *Restrictions apply. Shop now!

CYBER MONDAY - Get $10 OFF orders of $100 or more from Soccer.com!* Use promo code: 1CYBER12. Offer valid 11/26/12-11/28/12. *Restrictions apply. Shop now!


WorldJewels

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! Save 7% on all fine jewelry purchases at WorldJewels.com. Code: "blackfriday7" SHOP NOW!



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