tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49065642490603429232024-03-04T23:44:49.706-08:00What I BuyJellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-19747539908690124942010-09-24T17:28:00.000-07:002010-09-24T17:28:36.913-07:00There is a reason for the Christmas PhotoStay tuned.<br />
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<i>Disclaimer: All photos were taken by me, the whole me, nothing but the me, Jellytea!</i>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-77928369828019799572010-09-24T17:21:00.000-07:002010-09-24T17:27:01.630-07:00Next Post - All About Shopping. Until then...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqbV0HulvwKSfWat2OPhFeooiD0FEwYLf6KSLJv3DWUxb5cQMcmSNnLkf6qnd6m_NpVL-y31W0mAOn3_KLa_SAzOE-_Zm0P-lkTzd8nBNB6fFNrAiiM2vRZqHfZcvRsuEenoXqHo-GeR-B/s1600/OOTD_9242010_PR.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqbV0HulvwKSfWat2OPhFeooiD0FEwYLf6KSLJv3DWUxb5cQMcmSNnLkf6qnd6m_NpVL-y31W0mAOn3_KLa_SAzOE-_Zm0P-lkTzd8nBNB6fFNrAiiM2vRZqHfZcvRsuEenoXqHo-GeR-B/s320/OOTD_9242010_PR.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div><br />
</div>In my Google reader, there are over 1000 current posts at any given time. Most are passable and I don't ever regret "marking all as read." Yet there are several blogs that I have to read every post, every time the author writes. Such a blog is <a href="http://www.afrobella.com/">Afrobella</a> . I like reading/watching this lady because she seems to be a welcome non-crazy in the sometimes coocoo world of that is "African-American,/Black girl natural hair." This vivacious bella behind the afro scored an impromtu interview with my idol, Rachel Roy. This alone is read worthy but the topic of plus-sized fashion got my juices flowing and I joined the cause and decided on an additional way for my blog to make an impact. Like I said, I am still an infant blogger. This blog may go places I never intend. Please just enjoy the ride.<br />
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</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">So welcome to my first Outfit of the Day post and I will explain why..</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">. </span><br />
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</div><div>Well people who know me in the real world know I am passionate! Passion should be my middle name. (Thank you mom and dad for NOT doing that.) But we get the point. Of course, I am passionate about shopping. Who knew? I'm passionate about (in no particular order,) Hip-HOP, beauty, technology, clean food, Mercedes Benz's, JESUS, and so on and so on. One passion that I have neglected until recently was my absolute adoration of anything Fashion.<br />
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</div><div>It wasn't my fault really. Becoming a mother, getting laid off, and just recuperating from my blessed but turbulent life kinda too me off the runway path. For a short time, I even forgot about the clothing in my closet. Forgot that there were some Louboutins pining for me at Neimans. Dude, I had even forgotten about all my dear friends named Saks, Neiman Marcus, Nordstroms, Macy's, Barney's, and Bloomingdales. </div></div></div><div><br />
</div><div>Well returning to myself includes the return of renewed friendships with the lovelies above. But ya know what, do the designers really want me? I mean, since I have returned to shopping, I have yet to see anything to pine for except for things I cannot fit. Oh yeah, I forgot, I'm plus-sized and boring. There is no way that I like cute, trendy clothes. </div><div><br />
</div><div>So hear is the deal. I will be posting looks of the days to show them peeps that I, among other larger women, not only want the clothes, WE LOOK DARN GOOD IN THEM TOO! </div><div><br />
</div><div>Peep game: In pic: </div><div>Kinda Vintage <a href="http://www.vs.com/">Victoria's Secret</a> Macrame V-neck/V-Back blouse (circa hmm, 2004)</div><div>Jean Paul Gautier for <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target </a> Insect Skirt, no longer available (Spring, 2010)</div><div>Target Merona Lace Tights, available now in stores</div><div><a href="http://www.stevemadden.com/category.aspx?id=133">Steven by Steve Madden</a> Leather Booties, no longer available (Fall, 2009) </div><div>Torrid Silver Hoop Earrings, similar ones still available</div><div>Plastic Black Arm Band - Was my husbands. I wear everyday, since they gave it to me in the hospital. I wear it constantly. It was a solidarity band, but now it is my lucky charm. </div><div><br />
</div><div>Makeup: </div><div>My eyes are not showing but I am wearing:</div><div>YSL Radiance Brush Foundation in #13</div><div>Chanel Rose Temptation Blush </div><div>Chanel Lipliner in Vamp</div><div>Chanel Hydrabase Lipstick (discontinued formula,) in Fantastic Plum. </div><div><br />
</div><div>I will post some more shopping excursion posts in a few. Thanks for reading. </div><div><br />
</div><div><i>Disclaimer: ALL items in this post were purchased by me, nothing but the me, so help me: Jellytea! </i></div>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-41954962120239577492010-09-10T01:52:00.000-07:002010-09-10T01:52:30.075-07:00I'm on Bloglovin<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/1978539/what-i-buy?claim=znprwtek7mm">Follow my blog with bloglovin</a><br />
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Peace & BlessingsJellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-32672362369230956162010-08-14T16:38:00.000-07:002010-08-14T16:38:46.479-07:00What I Buy When I Don't Spend<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'MS Shell Dlg'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 2; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I've been gone for a few dear readers, busy preparing for returning to work. Once I have my groove in place, I plan to regularly update this blog. This is different type of entry one I think is very important in the infancy of this blog. I am a consumerist. Yet my consumption is to fulfill needs that I feel are essential to my being. Everything I buy is with good reason. I do not shop for shopping's sake. That being said, I am somewhat frugal in my pursuit if a good time. You should spend the day with me. I know how to save money and I know how to get what I want. </span></span><span style="font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 2; vertical-align: baseline;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 2; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">This leads me to yesterday. I had a lovely day with my mom and daughter yesterday. We drove down a couple of miles down PCH, (Pacific Coast Highway,) just to enjoy the ocean view. We went to the Pacific Mammal Rescue Center in Laguna Beach, (totally free to view the sea lions and other rescued animals,) only to find that we had gotten there too late. So we just turned around and went to Laguna Main Beach and played in the water. We had fun chasing the pelicans and the waves. My mom took pictures. The cheap day will be one we'll remember for a lifetime. I have many days like this especially since I haven't yet returned to work. I spent $2.00 on parking. Since I have a toddler and I try not to buy fast food or spend unnecessarily, I always pack mini meals in my purse. Unless I make plans to go eat, I rarely spend money on food outside of the home. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 2; vertical-align: baseline;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-outline-level: 2; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Coincidentally I came across an article today, over at Lifehacker.com, that stated</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 14.95pt; mso-outline-level: 1; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://lifehacker.com/5608980/spend-on-experiences-instead-of-possessions-for-longer-happiness"><span style="color: blue;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Spending on Experiences Instead of Possessions Results in More Satisfaction</span></span></a></span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> (click the link to go over to the article.) I have to agree with this. Even though I write a blog "What I Buy," most of my expenses, (other than necessities and bills,) come from spending on creating memories. </span></span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 3.4pt; mso-line-height-alt: 14.95pt; mso-outline-level: 1; vertical-align: baseline;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Don't get me wrong, I like stuff. Things I purchase bring me pleasure in some way or another. But I have become so much more aware of creating memories and traditions after becoming a widow and a mother that I try to ensure my dollar does more than it used to. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">So what I buy when I do not spend is memories and experiences that I can reflect on and give me pleasure for a lifetime. Hopefully more of my money from when I do spend will do the same. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">For more info on Tanaka Farms, please visit: </span></span><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">www.tanakafarms.com</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">For more info on Pacific Marine Mammal Rescue center in Laguna Beach, CA, please visit: </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.95pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">www.pacificmmc.org</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div></span></span><div style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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Why would someone blog about shopping? Well if you haven't figured out by now, I love to shop. Some people like to cook, some like to read, others like to play video games. I like to shop. Or should I say, hunt. That's it, I like to hunt. Hunt for the next, well, the next whatever. The next bargain, the next undiscovered local shop, the next great product, the next cool travel spot.<br />
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I have been unable to hunt for sometime now. Yes I know I have already posted about my grocery store hauls and etc. But the real hunts are non-existent at the moment. I am studying for some exams and I have a deadline to meet, so I have not really left the house at all lately. Plus, I am on a very extreme budget so my expenditures have been rather utilitarian. I am saying this to apologize and to say hang in there, I will shop again! I hope this blog turns into a "what's good now, where to go, what to try, etc," type of blog that will appeal to the inner hunter in my reader's souls. <br />
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But guess what? I did get to do a little shopping today. Yeaa! Not only did I get to shop, but I did it with my special little bitty. My little one is growing like a weed and her shoes seem as though they are shrinking over night. She has grown two shoe sizes in less than 2 months. Could you imagine your foot growing that fast? Amazing. She has yet to reach two, but her feet are almost as big as a kindergarteners. Hopefully this means she will be tall and not just a Bigfoot like her mommy :) I buy her good shoes, just as I do for myself. I am a very good shopper and I also resale anything I can. So we bought some quality shoes from<span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white;"> </span><a href="http://www.bergstroms.com/bergstroms/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Bergstrom's Children Store</span></span></b></a> in Irvine, for 20%-50% off, and if she grows out of them in a couple of weeks, I can sell them at my local shop, <a href="http://www.newportkidsconsignment.com/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Newport Kids Consignment</span></b></a><b>.</b><br />
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Ahh how I love <a href="http://www.newportkidsconsignment.com/"><b>Newport Kids Consignment</b></a>. I love it for the obvious reasons: I can make money off of my gently used items and I can save money by purchasing gently used goods. But if you haven't figured out by reading my posts, I am sort of granola. Not in the hippy way, but definitely in the "I care about my environment" sort if way. I care about waste in all kinds of different areas. So buying and selling and donating goods is one of the ways I control my family's impact on the Earth. So thank you Cindy for your lovely store. Ok, off the box and back to the good stuff!<br />
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I had a ball on my date with the baby. We went shopping, rode a carousel, and made a ruckus at the dinner table at yummy <a href="http://www.ztejas.com/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Z'Tejas</span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">.</span> I even treated myself to some items from the new <b>Fall 2010 <a href="http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/What's-New-89720"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Chanel</span></a> cosmetics line</b>. I did not buy all the items I wanted. (I am extremely loyal to my Neiman Marcus friend/salesperson, Denise, so yeah, the damage could have been substantial if I didn't want to buy from her.) But all in all, today was a little victory for patience, my budget, and willpower. Yeaaa me!<br />
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The urge to review my purchases is strong in this one. Maybe later. For now I need to get back to my studies. Please comment or ask any questions if you have any. Thanks!<br />
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7/10/2010 Date w/my daughter<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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<b>Bloomingdale's</b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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Chanel Eyeshadow - Vert Khaki<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>28.5<br />
Chanel Blush - Rose Temptation<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>42<br />
Chanel Nail Polish - Paradoxal<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>23<br />
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Checkcard Transaction<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>$101.68 w/tax<br />
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<b>Bergstrom's Childrens Store</b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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See Kai Run - Pink Fisherman Sandals<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>30.38<br />
PediPed - Olivia Shoes - Bright Fushia<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>15.29<br />
Squeakers - SIlver Sandals w/glitter<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>25.58<br />
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Checkcard Transaction<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>$77.48 total w/tax<br />
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<b>Smoked Chicken Chili Relleno*</b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>12.99<br />
Kids Grilled Chicken w/macaroni & veges<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>0<br />
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Cash Transaction<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>$17.00 w/tax and tip<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">Two Rides on Merry-go-Around (priceless) </span></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"> </span></b></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">2</span></b><br />
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Cash Transaction<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>$2.00 total<br />
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Total <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>$198.16<br />
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</div><div><b>* Grilled poblano pepper stuffed with chicken, pecans, apricots, raisins, a blend of spices and Jack cheese, served over a green chile and picante cream sauce with green chile rice and black beans (Z'Tejas, 2010, ztejas.com)</b></div><div><br />
</div>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-38727059240020336392010-07-04T02:58:00.000-07:002010-07-04T03:59:31.363-07:004th of July Eve Purchases<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitLGHOKVkwA5moBMdnDTtGR73ImpPrPlxZSObrPMRGN9SmBMAKxAXz2cmrI5LimBsOoOqiCl2RGGChjrlMYlT4XpXgyLsgm7wXC24GRw5coI4NRl_y35RRTHXMil5Kxr8j_fUzXqxSUFsr/s1600/732010.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 356px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitLGHOKVkwA5moBMdnDTtGR73ImpPrPlxZSObrPMRGN9SmBMAKxAXz2cmrI5LimBsOoOqiCl2RGGChjrlMYlT4XpXgyLsgm7wXC24GRw5coI4NRl_y35RRTHXMil5Kxr8j_fUzXqxSUFsr/s400/732010.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5489996099982760562" /></a><br />Happy Independence Day America! What's everyone up to? My life is definitely different now that I am a mother. I remember holiday weekends past of barely sleeping from all the partying. Now all I want to do is sleep and I get fussy that the partying is cutting into my sleep time. hehe. Of course here I am a 3 am writing a blog, but I am also up studying from some exams. I needed a little break from the monotony. <div><br /></div><div>Well I think I have a reader, at least my sister made a comment about my shopping list. I am pleased that my peeps in the forest really do make a sound. That being said, I look forward to seeing my sister and my niece, who I haven't seen in a few months. They are making the trip to the beach and I think I will take my daughter on her first bus ride to meet them down there. That way I can avoid all the crazy beach parking. I hope the logistics work out. Do you take strollers on buses or should I just carry her? This is why people spend so much money on convenience. I will probably end up driving a few miles to the beach, paying some crazy parking fee in a lot that is like a mile from the beach only to avoid carrying a stroller on a bus. </div><div><br /></div><div>Ahh convenience. It will get you all the time. This leads me to my purchases I have to share. The very closest grocery store to my home is a beautiful, lovely Calgon take me away type of place that I would love to shop at daily. Maybe not a fairy tale like as Bristol Farms but still a fun place to be. The deli is awesome and whenever my family needs any type of convenience food, I head straight there. Did I mention that Gelson's is probably about 30% higher than most stores? It is comparable to Whole Food's and Bristol Farms, if you are familiar, falling somewhere in between. It has a corner market feel and everyone truly knows my name. What's even better is that the deli is incredible. Once I made my homemade barbq chicken for dinner, I realized we needed potato salad to go with it. </div><div><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i>Don't forget yogurt and berries, says Mommy. And ice cream yells Granddaddy. Ahh, yeah, and cookies Mommy adds. And I better get some things for the beach tomorrow for the baby to snack on, I add to myself. Granddaddy butts in to my thoughts. He yells, we need to refill my candy jar, let's try the new M&Ms!</i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;">This little volley of convo is to help you understand that usually I do not buy regular grocery items at Gelson's. It is my deli store and sometime fish market. But I got bombarded with requests and I didn't process all that info as I was heading out the door. My mental job is to put them on my virtual list because I cannot reach my Iphone and its lovely <a href="http://www.groceryiq.com/groceryiq/index.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CCFF;">Grocery IQ</span></a> app while carrying a 30 pound child down the stairs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I hate buying regular things there because they are always marked up so high. What I should have done was went to Gelson's for their awesome potato salad and then drove back over to Ralph's for the rest. But I had some beach gear to buy at the Rite-Aid right next door from Gelson's and I knew I needed to use a free gift card I'd earned at Rite-Aid. The most <i>convenient <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">thing for me to do, especially with little mini-me in tow, was to do to Gelson's. Especially because my phone kept ringing with new requests like nuts and sundae sauce and Granddaddy wants "real" protein. Thus, my list:</span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><div style="text-align: left;">7/3/2010<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://gelsons.com/table/NN/July-2010.asp">Gelson's Market</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.rwknudsenfamily.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CCFF;">R.W. Knudsen Family</span></a> Organic Pear Juice - 3 boxes<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.19</div><div style="text-align: left;">Nabisco Chunky Chips Ahoy Cookies<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Hansen's Organic Junior Juice - Berry Medley - 4 boxes<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.19</div><div style="text-align: left;">Breyer's Ice Cream - Extra Vanilla<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.strausfamilycreamery.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#66FFFF;">Straus Family</span></a> Organic Yogurt - Plain Whole Milk<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Reddi Whip Whipped Cream - Extra Creamy<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Mrs. Richardson's Hot Fudge Topping<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.79</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.onenaturalexperience.com/?gclid=CLu_0_LE0aICFQNigwodsiBCxg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#66FFFF;">O.N.E.</span></a> Coconut Water - Pink Guava<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">3 Musketeer Bar- DK Choc. Mint<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0.79</div><div style="text-align: left;">Banana - Organic @ .99/lb<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.78</div><div style="text-align: left;">Plumcot - Dino Egg Organic @ 2.99/lb.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.86</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.ebfarm.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#66FFFF;">Earthbound Farm</span></a> Strawberrie - Organic<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Blueberries - Organic<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gelson's Calif. Cornbread<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gelson's Lobster Salad<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>5.05</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gelson's Homemade Potato Salad<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>8.24</div><div style="text-align: left;">Lamb Chops<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>6.43</div><div style="text-align: left;">Lamb Chops<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>6.71</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Checkcard Transaction</b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"><b> </b></span><b>$65.45 total w/tax & coupons</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://www.riteaid.com/">Rite Aid Pharmacy</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;">M&Ms - Coconut<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">M&Ms - Pretzel<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">M&Ms - Pretzel<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0</div><div style="text-align: left;">Blue Diamond Sliced Almonds<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.29</div><div style="text-align: left;">Beach Toy Set (Shovel & Bucket w/sand toys<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Beach Umbrella - 6FT<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>5.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Rite Aid Waterproof Band Aids<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.hylands.com/aboutmain.php"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#66FFFF;">Hyland's</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#66FFFF;"> </span>Sniffles 'n Sneezes 4Kids<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>6.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Checkcard Transaction</b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"><b> </b></span><b>$2.76 total/w tax, coupons, & gift card</b></div><div><br /></div><div>And I forgot the eggs! Well I kinda didn't, I refused to buy them there. But it was not a very convenient decision because now I won't have any for Sunday breakfast. Oatmeal it is! </div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Remember dear readers, I hyperlink to companies that I think deserve a second look, usually for their commitment to the consumer, to health, and to social responsibility. Take a look, you might learn something, just as I do! </i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>Have fun and be careful!</div><div><br /></div><div>Jellytea</div></span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span> </i></div>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-26187421956802154432010-07-02T16:01:00.000-07:002010-07-02T17:56:58.150-07:00Day One<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi92XuM5Ktb1iXSyr3fgp8fMlwhrJwwT-OesoBpYnZYz-OnInDZCgmXRTd7egvh4Nxxcsh9gMwmh5O1eRzq05xWWoJTfYviqrPd_-J9M6iYQMalcq_LlvwwBkPBzy78eIpnEsusleMjq7A_/s1600/DayOneListLG.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi92XuM5Ktb1iXSyr3fgp8fMlwhrJwwT-OesoBpYnZYz-OnInDZCgmXRTd7egvh4Nxxcsh9gMwmh5O1eRzq05xWWoJTfYviqrPd_-J9M6iYQMalcq_LlvwwBkPBzy78eIpnEsusleMjq7A_/s400/DayOneListLG.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5489469450866416978" /></a><br />Shall we get started? Yes we shall. I am pretty sure I am done with spending today, so I will list today's expenditures. Today I went shopping, in the order of my visits, at <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; "><b><i>Planet Beauty, </i></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; "><b><i>Torrid, </i></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; "><b><i>Forever 21, </i></b></span><i>Ralph's, </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; "><b><i>and </i></b></span><i>Mother's Market.</i> </b>Since it is the Independence Day holiday weekend, I had some major groceries to buy, plus I had to make sure I am cute for the festivities. hehehe. I'm sure most of my lists will not be this long because I usually do not do all my shopping in one day, but this should be fun.<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I've listed everything below, including hyperlinks to companies I think deserve a second look. I have also included a clickable photo to the right, with everything a little more clean. Readers (?) and future readers, any idea how to make this cleaner within the post?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have no idea if this is at all entertaining, but have fun. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. Until next time!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://planetbeauty.com">Planet Beauty</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;">OPI Nail Polish - Hot & Spicy<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>8.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">OPI Nail Polish - Jade is the New Black<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>8.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">OPI Nail Polish - Plugged in Plum<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>8.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">OPI Nail Polish - Flower to the Flower<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>free</div><div style="text-align: left;">Checkcard purchase<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$27.73 total w/tax</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://torrid.com">Torrid</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Goldtone Bracelets<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>11.4</div><div style="text-align: left;">Checkcard purchase<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$12.40 total w/tax</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://forever21.com">Forever 21</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"><b><i><a href="http://forever21.com"> </a></i></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Gold Sparkle Hoop Earrings<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.8</div><div style="text-align: left;">Multicolor Floral Ring<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.8</div><div style="text-align: left;">Three Strand Gold Cross Necklace<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>5.8</div><div style="text-align: left;">Purple Sparkly Necklace<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>5.8</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$20.88 total w/tax</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://ralphs.com">Ralph's Grocery</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"><b> </b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Smart Balance eggs<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.59</div><div style="text-align: left;">Jennie-O Turkey Meatballs<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>5.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Classico Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo Sauce<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.79</div><div style="text-align: left;">Don Francisco Espresso<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Frito Lays Lays Kettle Potato Chips<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.29</div><div style="text-align: left;">Lysol Neutra Air Starter Set<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>6.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Clorox Liquid Bleach<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.19</div><div style="text-align: left;">Private Selection Organic Baby Spinach<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>4.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Banana - Organic .99 lb.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.69</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://driscollfoods.com">Driscoll's</a> Blackberries - Organic<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://driscollfoods.com">Driscoll's</a> Strawberries - Organic<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Marzetti's Spinach Salad Dressing<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.5</div><div style="text-align: left;">Horizon Dairy Milk - Organic<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2</div><div style="text-align: left;">New York Steak 4.99 lb.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>10.25</div><div style="text-align: left;">Beef Roast <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>11.51</div><div style="text-align: left;">Foster Farms Chicken Wings<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.84</div><div style="text-align: left;">Foster Farms Chicken Wings<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.91</div><div style="text-align: left;">Hebrew National Kosher Beef Bologna<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Kroger Coffee Filters #4<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ralph's Pinto Beans<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Pepperidge Farms Whole Wheat Bread<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>3.59</div><div style="text-align: left;">Pepperidge Farms Whole Wheat Bread<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>0</div><div style="text-align: left;">No Yolks Extra Broad Noodles<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.99</div><div style="text-align: left;">Arm & Hammer Baking Soda<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.19</div><div style="text-align: left;">Santa Cruz Organic Mango Lemonade<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.6</div><div style="text-align: left;">Sabra Hummus<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>2.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$100.24 total w/tax & coupons</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i><a href="http://mothersmarket.com">Mother's Market</a></i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://http://www.worldpantry.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce/ExecMacro/napavalley/home.d2w/report">Napavalley Natural's</a> Organic Olive Oil 32 oz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>9.99</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://newmansownorganics.com">Newman's Own</a> Peppermint Cups<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.49</div><div style="text-align: left;">Oatmeal - Organic .99 lb<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1</div><div style="text-align: left;">Oranges - Valencia Organic .89 lb<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>1.66</div><div style="text-align: left;">Checkcard purchase<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$14.14 total</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Mother's Market (Round two) </i></b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"><b><i> </i></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cr/SeafoodWatch/web/sfw_factsheet.aspx?gid=41">Fish - Red Snapper (for visitor)</a><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>11.82</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cr/SeafoodWatch/web/sfw_factsheet.aspx?gid=17">Fish - Alaskan Salmon - Wild Caught Keta</a><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>38.29</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$50.11 total</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>$225.50 Day One total</div><div><br /></div></div>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4906564249060342923.post-73417661829770350772010-07-02T14:49:00.000-07:002010-07-02T15:40:42.456-07:00What's this all about?Hi and welcome to "<b>What I Buy</b>," the blog that basically lists what I, <b><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Jellytea</span></b>, (nice to meet you,) purchase on a day to day basis. It is that simple. It may evolve into something different, perhaps reviews of products, advice, and all other kinds of goodness. But as of today, my sole purpose is to list what I buy. This is not an attempt to gloat or show my love of capitalism. ( I do love to shop.) Rather, this blog is simply a list of what I buy. Call it a public Quicken, without all my personal info, and without publicly mentioning my budget. <div><br /></div><div>I have wanted to blog for sometime. But I really didn't have an idea of what I wanted to talk about. I love to read many different types of blogs and in some ways, feel that many of those writers do a great job on the particular topics, so no need for repetition from me. But since I am a marketing major, I have always been intrigued by what people buy, why they buy, and how they buy. My mother always asks me, "what did you buy today." She asks me this out of real interest, not criticism for shopping too much like some moms. :) I also notice that whenever I buy anything, groceries, gas, clothes, etc, I usually tell someone about the purchase: where I brought the items, what I like, what I dislike. </div><div><br /></div><div>I should introduce myself. I am Jellytea, semi-self employed, in my late 30's/early 40's as far as age is concerned, but closer to 20's in how I feel age. I'm healthy, but overweight. I have a loving family and many friends. I love God and my daughter is my new best friend. I am the sole provider for a four person household (which will explain some of my purchases,) and I love it. </div><div><br /></div><div>So that's it, nothing particularly amazing, but I do hope that some of my purchases inspire others and have a positive impact on my future readers. Can I do that with a shopping list? I think so. Not because I'm especially great, but many people come to me for purchasing advice, which usually leads to topics of discussions, like how to eat better, where to go for fun, etc. I do see how reviewing products might be tempting, but I am going to <i>try</i> to refrain from that. I want this blog to be more than a commercial. </div><div><br /></div><div>So hello and welcome, and hopefully I will not be talking to myself :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Jellyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08550765324296368194noreply@blogger.com0