DYSON

I actually vacuumed today (a small miracle) and it got me thinking that I should post about my vacuum (the Dyson). I used to think that it just had a good marketing scheme and wasn't worth $400. I swore I would never own one, but I got it for a good price back in September and decided to get one. The main reason I bought it is for the "telescoping wand" that extends 17 ft. so you can clean your stairs easily. I have been very happy with this vacuum and it really does have good suction as advertised. If you do decide to buy one, do not pay full price! The best place to buy a Dyson (unless there is a special deal/sale) is at Linens n' Things or Bed Bath and Beyond. This is because you can use their 20% off coupons on Dyson products. So..instead of $400, it would cost $320. A lot of money, but at least you aren't paying full price!

Tell me your thoughts! Do you have a vacuum you really like?

REAL DEALS DECOR

There is a company called Real Deals Decor www.realdeals.net They pride themselves on having great Home Decor at a GREAT price. Their business model is to only be open 2 days a week. Typically on Tuesdays and Saturdays. They are primarily on the West Coast; Oregon, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Arizona, etc. I checked out their store in Holladay, Utah and was pretty impressed. They had some unique things and pretty good pricing. I told the owner I saw them on Good Things Utah and she said when I am ready to buy something that they will give me 15% off for mentioning it. So, if you go to a Utah location then tell about the discount!

COOKBOOKS

A friend suggested I do a post on these 2 cookbooks. The first helps to have good and healthy food choices for kids. Deceptively Delicious was written by Jerry Seinfield's wife and is full of recipes to help put vegetables in all types of foods and help you to get your kids to eat healthy.

STAINLESS STEEL CLEANER

I LOVE this stainless steel cleaner. I looked for a good one for years and I found this at Sam's Club of all places (in Utah). That is the only place I have seen it for sale. the brand is Sprayway and their website doesn't show where you can buy it, so I am sorry if you don't have a membership or live in Utah. The best part about it is that it is cheap! $5.87 for 2 cans. I really like it because it isn't like the kinds that are a cream where it leaves part of your stainless steel a different color. This co. also makes a great glass cleaner that you can get at Sam's Club as well.