Category Archives: cheap is cool

a dollar saved is a dollar you can spend on something fun

Learning NYC cheaponomics at Jamba Juice

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Cool Dad

Last week was the greatest smoothie week of my life. A kindred spirit in our church sent a printable Jamba Juice buy one, get one free coupon around the church Google group. Cool Mum and I took advantage of the … Continue reading →

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Cow Appreciation Day at Chick fil-A revisited

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Cool Dad

Last year, we made udder fools of ourselves for free Chick fil-A. Now, check out the non-anonymous photos from that mooving experience. (yes, I’m milking this joke for all it’s worth) Continue reading →

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Cheapo/uncool household tricks: Dangly earring solution

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Cool Mum

The solution to dangly earrings awaits at your local Office Depot.

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Target vs Wal-Mart: I’m just a sucker for cool

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Cool Dad

To get to and from Connecticut, we rented a ZipCar and packed 5 of us into a peppy Honda Fit. In an actual car, this was our chance to load up on goods without having to lug them across streets … Continue reading →

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Why I love living in a studio apartment with a toddler

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Cool Mum

I spent the past week in my parents’ mansion. It’s not really a mansion at all, but compared to our place, it is. Four bedrooms, two baths, formal living and dining areas, etc. I enjoyed it, but over the course … Continue reading →

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