These parents have been fans of Vincent Shoes since our preschooler became a walker, which has been a couple of years now. Most recently, you will find our daughter trotting around in the Midwest snow wearing her pink Susan’s pictured here:
We also have a pair of Betty’s, which unfortunately, the little lady has just grown out of. These shoes got a lot of wear and were easily one of our favorites based on comfort and style.
Vincent is offering 50% off on ALL regular priced items through tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16th. So, I can easily purchase Betty in a bigger size and we’re all set for the Spring. Although, there are so many ridiculously cool styles to choose from, I may go with something different, since I already know the comfort and quality craftsmanship is there. Here is what you need to know to get your 50% off:
*Enter coupon code HOLIDEAL at checkout
As much as I want you to stay and mill around on my site, I MUST tell you to get over to Vincent Shoes online and take your pick from their many styles of babies and kids shoes. While you’re there, check out their Closeout Cubby for up to 75% of select styles. The pickin’s are getting slim, so don’t wait around for too long! (Click the button below to be taken to the Cubby)
*The special 50% off deal above cannot be used with items listed in the Closetout Cubby sale.
Also, ground shipping is FREE on orders of $75 (net after promotional discount) and up.
How did the conversation go? You really want to know? I mean, because really, it’s not a big deal at all. Me and Patrick are like “this” (do the whole, cross your fingers thing – yeah, that one).
Ok, so you really want to know what we talked about? This is kind of silly because I mean, geez, we get on like any other regular buddies do. Alright, you’ve pulled my arm.
So, I called up Patrick. Yeah, I have his number. Although, he really ought to let up on the security over the phone…making me “announce” myself and give a “passcode” and whatnot. Come on now Patrick! Is all of that really necessary?
I digress. I called him up and we made small talk. Of course, he’s such a popular guy, he had to mute me on occasion to accept a delivery at his door and oh, that pesky call waiting of his. We must have been interrupted by other callers a million times. Anyway, I called him up because he’s got this fantastic new fragrance with Avon called “Unscripted” and I just HAD to talk to him first-hand about it. Here was our conversation, in a nutshell:
Me: Hey Patrick! How are ya? How are Jillian and the kids? Gosh, it’s been so long! Are you all ready for the holidays? I’d love to drop by again soon, I have gifts for the kids.
Patrick: Hey Aims! Good to hear from you! The family is doing great. Man, when was the last time we spoke? My goodness, has it been that long? Gifts for the kids? Oh, you SHOULDN’T have! You’re the best, Aims.
Me: So, Patrick! Tell me ALL ABOUT Unscripted! I’m just so THRILLED for you! It must have been something, designing this lovely scent from start to finish. It’s just so…unexpected! I just couldn’t be happier for you!
Patrick: Yes, well, it has been amazing being involved in the entire process. I love the scent, I wear it every day. I’m so glad to hear that Eric likes it! I really had him in mind when choosing the layers, including the black pepper in the top layer and the lavender in the middle – come on, Aims, I knew that you’d love that one! And of course the finishing touches of musk, vetiver and patchouli. This scent is really all about following your passion.
Me: Well, Patrick, you have really hit the nail on the head with Unscripted. I can imagine there will be a lot of great smelling men and their very pleased ladies after they get a bottle of your new fragrance in their hands. I hate to cut our conversation short, really, I do! But I must get going now. Tell the family hello and lets not wait so long to chat again, shall we?
Hmm? You visit their blogs too? Oh, alright. You caught my bluff. We were all on the call with Patrick together. Rain on my parade, why don’t ya? Oh well. A girl can dream, can’t she? Thanks to Maria for making this call happen and including all of us star-struck bloggers (who, by the way, Patrick really appreciates!).
We have some McDreaminess to share with you. How would you like to surprise your man (or men, surprise your women?) with Patrick’s brand new fragrance, Unscripted? Here’s your chance.
To enter to win a bottle of Unscripted, leave a comment on this post. In your entry comment, tell me what YOU would ask Patrick about Unscripted if you had the opportunity to sit down and chat with him. Please keep it tasteful and related to Patrick’s involvement with Unscripted. I know, I know, I’m asking a lot of you. Believe me. I know.
A winner will be chosen at random and emailed the day after the giveaway closes. Last day to enter is Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at midnight PST. Be sure to check your SPAM folder so you don’t miss the email notification. This post will also be updated with the winner’s name and blog/website (if provided).
**We also have a free standard shipping code for all of you:
Promo Code – JINGLE30
Expires – 1/31/09
Good for free standard shipping with a $30 order when you shop with an Avon eRepresentative
So, we think this is a pretty cool thing that Staples has going on. In a nutshell, 10,000 Staples customers will have their purchases (up to $5,000) PAID FOR by Staples.
The rules are pretty cut and dry.
Make a purchase (or multiple purchases) at a Staples retail store or Staples online between November 16, 2008 and December 24, 2008 (by 11:59 PM EST).
Go to www.giftitforfree.com and enter the special code from your Staples receipt or from your online confirmation code.
If you are a Staples Rewards Member, you don’t even have to take the extra step to enter – as you are entered once automatically for each time you use your Rewards card within the promotion period.
You can enter as many times as you’d like, as long as you have a valid code to enter. For example, if you shop one day, you enter the code from that receipt. If you happen to forget something and have to go back, you can center the code from that receipt too. Boom. There you go. TWO entries.
I personally can think of MANY things that could be purchased at Staples for myself or for gifts. These are some products that I like or recommend:
Ok, so I’m getting a little carried away. Honestly though, If I knew I could be one of ten THOUSAND people that would receive my purchases for FREE, I wouldn’t feel so bad dropping all of this cash on myself. I’m sitting here, talking myself into things…hmmm.
Anyway, just wanted to give you all a “heads up” about this sweet sweepstakes. Here are some links, so you can gather up all of the information you need before you head out to a Staples near you or click over and shop online. If you enter, GOOD LUCK! Not that you need it. TEN THOUSAND WINNERS up to $5,000 bucks each?! Hello?!
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