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Tax Day Freebies

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If ever there’s a day when we need a treat, it’s today! Pick up one (or all!) of these Tax Day freebies:

FREE Curly Fries at Arby’s

FREE Medium Slurpee at 7-Eleven

FREE “The Original Sandwich” at Schlotzsky’s  (must buy chips/drink)

FREE Chocolate Chip Cookie at Great American Cookie 

FREE Hydro Massages  (Good thru 4/18)

FREE Document Shredding At Office Depot  (up to 5 pounds)

FREE Popcorn From AMC Theatres

FREE Dinner At Hard Rock Café  (You have to be willing to sing!)

FREE Set Of 20 Photo Cards at Walgreens

FREE Chips & Dip at California Tortilla (must buy entrée)

*Not free but still cheap*

Half-Price Drinks and Slushes at Sonic

Half-Price BBQ Specials at Sonny’s BBQ

Discounted Chicken meals at Boston Market  (2 for $10.40)

All-you-can-fill yogurt at Orange Leaf Yogurt  ($4.15)

 

Remember, not every location participates, so I recommend calling ahead to avoid disappointment. Also, check your local stores. Sometimes they’ll have promotions, too. I’ve seen specials in my area at coffee shops and florists!

 

 

Giveaway – “Insomniac Survival Kit”

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Chronically sleepless, this giveaway is for you! As a lifelong insomniac, I truly feel your pain. All of these items have helped me, so don’t hesitate to try them if you’re suffering as well.

The winner will receive an Insomniac Survival Kit, consisting of:

1 Breath Right Advanced

1 Somnapure PM

1 Sleep Sheets

1 Air Essentials Sleep/Snore

Between nose strips, nose inserts, sleeping pills, and tongue sheets, you should be able to find relief somewhere!

Enter here for your chance to win. This giveaway ends on 4/29. Good luck!

 

Are you an insomniac?  

Packed Lunch Options

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When compared, the savings of packing a lunch daily vs. buying one is astronomical! It’s especially true for those who make multiple lunches.

Most people understand this, yet the majority still buy. I think that’s due to a combination of factors—short on time, boredom/redundancy of the food, easier to drive-thru, etc.

A good lunch require planning. By packing at night, you save time during the morning rush. By varying the contents, you liven up the meals. The best lunches provide a combination of protein, produce, and whole grains. Protein is what makes us feel full. A lunch without it will have no staying power. Produce and whole grains provide the necessary vitamins and fiber. Try building your next lunch with one item from each of the 3 categories:

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*Protein*

Hard-boiled egg

Peanut butter

Slice of deli meat

Hummus

Cheese

Yogurt

Guacamole

Nuts

Tofu

Beans

Tuna Fish

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*Fruit/Veggie*

Carrot or celery sticks

Cherry tomatoes

Pepper strips

Grapes

Lettuce leaves (used as a wrap instead of bread)

Applesauce

Olives

Any whole fruit (apple, orange, banana)

Dried fruit (mini boxes of raisins are perfect)

Salad

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*Whole Grains*

Granola Bar

Bread (slices, bagel, pita)

Popcorn

Crackers

Cereal cups

Rice

 

Some days you could try packing sandwiches or salad. Soup is great during the colder months. Other times, try a bunch of snack-y stuff to munch on. If all else fails, hit up Subway (kidding)!

 

Do you pack lunches?

 

 

Praying For The Kansas Jewish Community

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I am praying for the Kansas Jewish Community who are in the midst of a horrible tragedy. 3 of its members—2 men and 1 lady—were murdered. Others were injured. It is truly a nightmare!

I am shocked, saddened, and in tears. This reminds me of a similar event that happened years ago to the Los Angeles Jewish community. These Anti-Semitic nuts who worship Hitler are not only against Jews, they are against America. Many Righteous Gentiles died fighting in WWII.

No rational people would ever want to associate themselves with Hitler in any shape or form.

All of the facts aren’t in yet and I don’t want to jump to any conclusions, but this appears to be a hate crime perpetrated by a lone gunman. I don’t know him but I do know one thing for sure: He is a coward!

Only a coward would shoot at innocent families whose only “offense” was to enjoy a talent show at the JCC. Only a coward would shoot at elderly residents of a Jewish Assisted Living facility.

I am heartbroken that those victims were taken far too soon, only a day before they would’ve enjoyed a Passover Seder. It is so unbearably unjust…

Please join me in praying for the families affected. We want them to know that a few bad people will never outnumber all of the good. Jewish Kansans, we love you, we support you, and we’re here for you during this difficult time.