Rise and Shine is my way of sitting down and having a cup of coffee with you! We talk about the new deals of the day, highlights from yesterday, and anything else that might help us save time, money or energy. Published Monday through Friday – as I’m able.
Good morning! How is your day going? Yesterday we took the metro into Washington DC for another day of exploring. The kids earned their Junior Ranger badges for the National Mall and Memorials. We checked out the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial – which I loved and then we grabbed some hot dogs from a food truck and explored the Smithsonian National History Museum and the National Archives. We got to see the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence at the National Archives – so impressive.
Then we all sort of hit a wall. For some reason we were just all crabby and exhausted – even though we’d taken it easy the day before – we all sort of melted down and decided we were done for the day. Usually we do pretty good on “exploring days” because we purposely take days off in between, but for whatever reason yesterday we were just tired. When this happens, we just change plans and adjust! We went back home – with both kids falling asleep on the metro on the way back – and by the time we got back to our trailer, everyone was feeling better. The night ended on a good note with a campfire with s’mores and we all got a solid night’s sleep last night.
Today we’re taking it easy. We have to move spots at our campground – moving next to another full-time Airstream family with kids (yay!) and we have plans to get caught up on homeschool and work stuff. The weather this week should be beautiful – lots of sunshine and crisp fall days and I’m looking forward to it.
How is your week going so far?
Yesterday we shared a post on Target’s Price Match Policy – 9 Important Things to Know! I especially love that Target price matches Amazon – I use it all the time on the road since ordering from Amazon isn’t as easy as it used to be since all our mail is forwarded. They price match so many retailers – you can’t go wrong with it! Read the post here.
Coupons
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Online and Retail Sale
Target Unadvertised Deals October 12 – Reynolds $0.24, Life Savers $0.81, Del Monte $1, and more!
Get a one-year subscription to Working Mother magazine for only $4.99 when you use promo code QUEENBEE at checkout. This magazine has 8 issues per subscriptions and you can buy up to a 3-year subscription. To order additional years, just select “quantity” for the number of years you’d like. This offer expires Tuesday 10/13/15 at 11:59 PM EST.
Shutterfly –LAST DAY! $20 off order $20 or more when you use code FIRSTGIFT at checkout. Plus save up to 30% on photo books, cards, wall art and home decor. Shipping is FREE on orders $39 or more with code SHIP39 at checkout. Offer ends October 13. Shop Shutterfly here.
One Hanes Place and Just My Size – 55% off all Bras by Playtex, Bali, Maidenform and Lillyette. Valid through October 13. Shop One Hanes Place and Just My Size here.
Zulily is featuring the Fisher-Price Collection up to 40% off. Included in this sale is the Fisher-Price Nativity for $26.99 (reg. $45). Shipping is around $5.95 per order, but can vary depending on your order size. Once you place an order from Zulily, you’ll get FREE Shipping on any other orders you place that same day.
*Updated* If your fall preparations include getting ready for Halloween, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite Online Halloween Shops and any current promotions happening. Deals on costumes, accessories, party supplies, home decor and more. We’ll update this list as we find new sales available.
Crazy 8 – 30% off Best Dressed Party Styles. Shop Crazy 8 here.
Zulily – Featuring Silhouette, S.T.E.M. Learning Toys, Disney Princess Collection, Naturalizer, Canon and more. Shipping is around $5.95 per order, but can vary depending on your order size. Shop Zulily here.
Disney Store – FREE Personalization on PJ’s, Blankets and more with code FREEPZ at checkout (valid through October 15) plus 40% off Costumes and Accessories and Classic Dolls Buy One Get One for $1. Shop Disney Store here.
Target – Up to 20% off home goods, plus spend $75, save extra $10 when you use store pickup. FREE Shipping on orders $25 or more. Save an additional 5% with Target REDcard debit or credit card. Shop Target here.
Old Navy – Layer up for Fall Sale – up to 50% off sweaters, jeans and flanner shirts, plus Buy More Save More up to 35% off with code MYSTYLE at checkout. FREE Shipping on $25 order when you use code FREEDOM at checkout. Shop Old Navy here.
Kohls.com – Flash Sale – 30% off until 12noon CT and 20% off until 12am CT. Shop Kohl’s here.
REI Outlet Deal of the Day – Sherpani Chloe LE Shoulder Bag – Women’s – $21.73 (reg. $48.95). FREE in-store pick up , no minimum required. Shop REI Outlet Deal of the Day here.
Joe’s New Balance Deal of the Day – New Balance 750 Women’s Running Shoe – $32.99 (reg. $74.95). Shipping is a flat $6.95. Shop Joe’s New Balance Deal of the Day here.
GAP – Fall Farewell Sale – up to 50% off plus extra 30% off online purchase (including sale items) when you use code BEST at checkout. Extra 30% off valid today only. Shop GAP here.
Walmart Daily Savings Center – Ozark Trail Folding Wagon, Red – $47.98 (reg. $72.56). FREE Shipping to store or on orders $50 or more. Today only, while supplies last. Shop Walmart here.
Walmart Daily Savings Center – 10 Spring Street Verona Tufted Arm Chair – $61.30 (reg. $99). FREE Shipping to store or on orders $50 or more. While supplies last. Shop Walmart here.
Home Depot Special Buy of the Day – Up to 30% off select portable lights (patio lamp, flashlights, headlamps). Shipping costs vary depending on product. Avoid shipping charges by opting for in-store pick-up if available at your local store. Shop Home Depot Special Buy of the Day here.
Lane Bryant – Buy One Get One 50% off, Pants, Jeans and Sweaters. Shop Lane Bryant here.
Build-a-Bear – Furry Friends 2 for $35. Must buy 2 to get sale price Valid through October 15. Shop Build-a-Bear here.
Through October 14, you can save $10 on every pair of Rock & Republic Jeans when you use code ROCK10 at checkout. Men, Women and Plus size jeans starting as low as $26.40 each. And today only save up to an extra 30% off your order. FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more.
Through October 14, you can save an extra 15% off on items from Kohl’s Halloween Shop when you use code TRICK15 at checkout. And today only save up to an extra 30% off your order. FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more.
Gymboree – Everything $16.99 or less and Dresses, Outerwear and Shoes 40% off. Shop Gymboree here.
Stride Rite – select styles $24.99 plus save an extra 15% with code S4S15 at checkout. Valid through October 19. Shop Stride Rite here.
Right now you can sign up for a Weight Watchers plan for FREE (starter fee waived) and if you lose 10 lbs in the first 2 months it’s on us! Valid through October 26. Available in select markets only. Read details on how to submit for your 2-month refund here.
Entertainment Book – 2016 Entertainment Books available – as low as $35 plus FREE Shipping! Try the first month of Entertainment Mobile App for just $0.99 ($4.95 per month after). Entertainment Books are available for locations nationwide and contain thousands of 2-for-1 and up to 50% off discounts and coupons for fine & casual dining, local attractions, shopping, travel & more. Shop Entertainment Books here.
The Nintendo New 3DS XL – Hyrule Gold Edition is available for pre-order as a Gamestop exclusive for $199.99. Shipping starts at $8.00. This is likely to be a popular item this holiday season. You won’t be charged until item is shipped. Pre-order price guarantee. Scheduled to be released October 30. Also available is the Nintendo New 3DS XL – Hyrule Gold Edition with The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes for $239.98. Release date also October 30.
Amazon Deals
We post Amazon deals throughout the day, see the latest Amazon deals here. See all of Amazon’s Deals of the Days here.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Rubbermaid 1857418 20-Piece Premier Food Storage Container Set, Red – $17.99 (reg. $29.99). This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Amazon Deal of the Day – iRobot Looj 330 Gutter Cleaning Robot – $199 (reg. $299.99), BEST price. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Up to 75% off Expressive Diamond Jewelry. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
Amazon Deal of the Day – Up to 60% off select Printing and Labeling products from Brother. This deal good today only, while supplies last.
LEGO Star Wars ARC-170 Starfighter Toy – $7.39 (reg. $11.99), BEST price
Neat-Oh! LEGO Chima ZipBin Battle Case, just $3.81 (reg. $14.99), add-on item, BEST price
Step2 Whisper Ride Touring Wagon – $89.20 (reg. $119.99), BEST price
Earlier Amazon just announced seven NEW additions to the Amazon Fire family for 2015, including 4 Kindle Fire Tablets and 3 Fire TV products. The first of these new products, the new Kindle Tablets are all released and some are currently on backorder. The first of the Amazon Fire TV products have been released with one product to be released October 22. All orders will ship as soon as stock becomes available. FREE 2-day shipping with an Amazon Prime Membership.
I know we have awhile before Christmas, but these LEGO Advent Calendars are part of our holiday tradition and the LEGO Advent Calendars 2015 are now available to order! These calendars rarely drop in price and always sell out online before the holidays.
My family has been LOVING this 3-month trial to Audible.com promotion! I signed up a few months ago thanks to this special offer from Amazon giving all Prime members a 3-month FREE trial for Audible (it’s usually just a 1-month trial offer). At $14.95/month, this is $44.85 value.
Recipes, meal planning, grocery store
See this week’s grocery ads here – Fred Meyer, Safeway and Albertsons and QFC deals and WinCo deals. Get the latest Costco coupon deals here.
Best Halloween candy deals of the week – includes Costco!
Pacific Northwest Deals
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Patrice says
It sounds like there was too much to take in all in one day. I could spend a week at the Smithsonian alone! That said, I’d rather spend a week camped in a public fishing access in Montana…
Heather Clarke says
Patrice – I would take a week at a public fishing access spot in Montana over a a week in a big city – any day! We have enjoyed seeing the historic stuff on the east coast, but I am definitely ready for a slower pace as we head into the south!
Debi Durkee says
Maybe the crabby afternoon was a result of the “chemicals” in the hot dogs.
Just saying…some contain lots of weird ingredients.
Heather Clarke says
Debi – I have no doubt that hot dogs have some weird ingredients. But my son and husband had pizza from the same food cart – and we all hit a wall. I honestly think we were all just tired and needed another day to recoup!