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March 17, 2010
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3:38 pm
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frugalista:
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Don't forget #dealchat tonight at 8 p.m. est. This week's topic: Entertainment! You know I'm a reformed *cough* party girl. Don't miss out! |
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3:40 pm
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msjetsetter:
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RT @frugalista: Don't forget #dealchat tonight at 8 p.m. est. This week's topic: Entertainment! You know I'm a reformed *cough* party girl. Don't miss out! |
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3:41 pm
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SmartysWorld:
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RT @frugalista: Don't forget #dealchat tonight at 8 p.m. est. This week's topic: Entertainment! Don't miss out! |
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3:42 pm
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BlackTieBBQ:
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dont forget #dealchat 2nite at 8 p.m. est. ths week's topic: Entertainment! Rt @frugalista |
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4:18 pm
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frugalista:
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@msjetsetter @blacktiebbq @chonjib @smartysworld Don't be tardy for the pah-tay! heehee! xoxo! #dealchat |
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11:26 pm
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frugalista:
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I feel a #dealchat coming on! Be there at 8 p.m. est. Don't be tardy for the party! We chat entertainment! |
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11:26 pm
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dealchat:
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I feel a #dealchat coming on! Be there at 8 p.m. est. Don't be tardy for the party! We chat entertainment! |
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11:31 pm
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eclectikchic:
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RT @frugalista: I feel a #dealchat coming on! Be there at 8 p.m. est. Don't be tardy for the party! We chat entertainment! |
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11:46 pm
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frugalista:
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RT @GuiltlessPurse: @frugalista Can't wait for #dealchat! Is est?? |
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11:50 pm
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nickimayonews:
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#dealchat tonight at 8 p.m. est. Follow @frugalista and @dealchat for the goods. Tonight's topic: ENTERTAINMENT!! How do u save n have fun? |
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11:52 pm
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frugalista:
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9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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11:52 pm
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dealchat:
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9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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11:54 pm
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imperfctconcept:
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RT @frugalista: 9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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11:55 pm
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RubyBranch1:
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RT @frugalista: 9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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11:55 pm
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eclectikchic:
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Yay !RT @frugalista: 9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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11:59 pm
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msjetsetter:
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Can't wait! Just finished cooking so I'll be ready :)RT @eclectikchic Yay !RT @frugalista: 9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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March 18, 2010
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frugalista:
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RT @msjetsetter: Can't wait! Just finished cooking so I'll be ready :)RT @eclectikchic Yay !RT @frugalista: 9 minutes until #dealchat blastoff! Yay! |
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12:02 am
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frugalista:
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Yay! It's your favorite time of the week! #dealchat is back and today we are bringing the fabulous to the frugal! #frugalista |
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12:02 am
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dealchat:
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Yay! It's your favorite time of the week! #dealchat is back and today we are bringing the fabulous to the frugal! #frugalista |
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12:02 am
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SmartysWorld:
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#dealchat with @frugalista starts NOW! |
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12:03 am
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frugalista:
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Today's topic is entertainment! How do we get it for less? We love to have fun but we love deals just as much! #dealchat |
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12:03 am
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dealchat:
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Today's topic is entertainment! How do we get it for less? We love to have fun but we love deals just as much! #dealchat |
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12:03 am
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frugalista:
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Some rules of engagement: use the #dealchat hash tag so we can keep up with each other! |
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12:03 am
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dealchat:
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Some rules of engagement: use the #dealchat hash tag so we can keep up with each other! |
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12:03 am
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frugalista:
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And as always, have fun! I don't bite! #dealchat |
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12:03 am
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dealchat:
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And as always, have fun! I don't bite! #dealchat |
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12:05 am
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frugalista:
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Q1: What is your favorite entertainment and how do you get it on sale? #dealchat |
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12:05 am
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dealchat:
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Q1: What is your favorite entertainment and how do you get it on sale? #dealchat |
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12:06 am
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frugalista:
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For me, I love live music! I was able to see Erykah Badu for free by signing up for giantstep.net The site nice free concerts. #dealchat |
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12:08 am
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frugalista:
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I also love free museums. Bank of America has museums on us for its customers: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/ #dealchat |
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12:08 am
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eclectikchic:
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I love concerts.but I usually get free movie passes from contests. #dealchat |
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12:08 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista I buy movie tickets at costco. The prepaid passes! #dealchat |
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12:09 am
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frugalista:
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RT @JummyWTKR: @frugalista I buy movie tickets at costco. The prepaid passes! #dealchat |
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12:09 am
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frugalista:
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RT @eclectikchic: I love concerts.but I usually get free movie passes from contests. #dealchat |
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12:09 am
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frugalista:
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So @eclectikchic How do you get free movie passes from contests? By entering on the radio? #dealchat |
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12:10 am
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frugalista:
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So @Jummywtkr Movies tickets are SOO expensive. That's an excellent tip to buy at Costco. Do you go early in the day, too? #dealchat |
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12:11 am
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eclectikchic:
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Yes, I listen to different radio stations to get the movie passes. #dealchat |
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12:11 am
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frugalista:
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I know I am always tweeting about this site, but groupon.com also has good entertainment deals. #dealchat |
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12:11 am
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jpolk122907:
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@frugalista favorite entertainment is renting movies and we use @Blockbuster Access, although Red Box is a better deal #dealchat |
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12:11 am
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frugalista:
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If you are looking for cheap alcohol near your area, myopenbar.com is the place to check first! #dealchat |
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12:11 am
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frugalista:
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RT @jpolk122907: @frugalista favorite entertainment is renting movies and we use @Blockbuster Access, although Red Box is a better deal #dealchat |
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12:12 am
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eclectikchic:
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I have started going to matinee shows because it is cheaper than going later. am I cheap? LOL! #dealchat |
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12:12 am
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frugalista:
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@jpolk122907 I had another friend swear by Red Box! What do you like about it? #dealchat |
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12:12 am
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eclectikchic:
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I have to try redbox. I heard it is the best new thing. #dealchat |
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12:12 am
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frugalista:
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@eclectikchic No, you are not cheap, you are smart! Movies cost a designer purse for a family! #dealchat #frugalista! |
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12:13 am
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Courtney_EL:
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@frugalista Summer Concerts in NYC - Summerstage, Prospect Park, Lincoln Center. I've seen so many amazing shows for free #dealchat |
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12:13 am
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frugalista:
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Rt @eclectikchic I have started going to matinee shows because it is cheaper than going later. am I cheap? LOL! #dealchat <--role model! |
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12:13 am
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JLHadley:
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Hey everyone! Love the #dealchat! I use craigslist for concert tix, or 5 Buck Club for movie tix for $5 that are out after 2 weeks |
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12:13 am
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frugalista:
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Does anyone go to the library for DVDs? That's super frugal. #dealchat |
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12:13 am
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frugalista:
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RT @JLHadley: Hey everyone! Love the #dealchat! I use craigslist for concert tix, or 5 Buck Club for movie tix for $5 that are out after 2 weeks |
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12:13 am
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frugalista:
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RT @Courtney_EL: @frugalista Summer Concerts in NYC - Summerstage, Prospect Park, Lincoln Center. I've seen so many amazing shows for free #dealchat |
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12:14 am
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nickimayonews:
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I love dancing, just hate crowds & paying 2 get in clubs. It's all about free b4 10/11 club promotions. #dealchat http://myloc.me/4VDSn |
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12:14 am
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bigjohnmarsh:
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RT @frugalista: Does anyone go to the library for DVDs? That's super frugal. #dealchat |
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12:14 am
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eclectikchic:
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I have never tried going to the library for dvds. #dealchat |
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12:14 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: I love dancing, just hate crowds & paying 2 get in clubs. It's all about free b4 10/11 club promotions. #dealchat http://myloc.me/4VDSn |
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12:15 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista It's also good to catch movie matinees because you can usually catch them for like $5 #dealchat |
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12:15 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista yes! Sunday after church is the best time I go if I can!! Its so cheap!! #dealchat |
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12:15 am
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nickimayonews:
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We all hear the radio ads "ladies drink free" or "free b4 11".. Helps especially when I know I don't really want to b there late #dealchat |
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12:16 am
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frugalista:
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RT @JummyWTKR: @frugalista yes! Sunday after church is the best time I go if I can!! Its so cheap!! #dealchat |
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12:16 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: @frugalista It's also good to catch movie matinees because you can usually catch them for like $5 #dealchat |
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12:16 am
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frugalista:
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Does anyone go to the second-run theater for movies? My mother always made us go, growing up! #dealchat LOL |
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12:16 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista the only thing about going to the library for DVDs, you run the risk of them being damaged. You end up more frustrated #dealchat |
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12:16 am
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eclectikchic:
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If i am attending a function, I always check to see if it is cheaper to go when the doors open. #dealchat |
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12:17 am
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eclectikchic:
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RT @frugalista: I also love free museums. Bank of America has museums on us for its customers: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/ #dealchat |
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12:17 am
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frugalista:
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Do any of you like those movie/tv scene tours? If so www.screentours.com has a 10 % discount type in Frugalista10 for the code! #dealchat |
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12:17 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Sorry Im late. What have I missed? |
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12:17 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista I wasn't even aware of second-run theaters until I got to college. #dealchat |
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12:17 am
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frugalista:
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RT @eclectikchic: If i am attending a function, I always check to see if it is cheaper to go when the doors open. #dealchat |
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12:18 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: @frugalista the only thing about going to the library for DVDs, you run the risk of them being damaged. You end up more frustrated #dealchat |
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12:18 am
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bigjohnmarsh:
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RT @frugalista: Do any of you like those movie/tv scene tours? If so www.screentours.com has a 10 % discount type in Frugalista10 for the code! #dealchat |
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12:18 am
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frugalista:
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@smartysworld I've had a few damaged DVDs from blockbuster too! It's an epidemic, no? #dealchat |
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12:19 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista perhaps, but you can always exchange it, sometimes with a refund. ;-) #dealchat |
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12:19 am
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frugalista:
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Do any of you like theater? How do you find deals with that? It's better to go with a civic group for bulk rates. #dealchat |
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12:19 am
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nickimayonews:
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"Late is not fashionable for frugalistas!" I have to put that on a t-shirt LOL "don't b tardy 4 the party." it cost too much #dealchat |
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12:20 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I'm a big fan of 2nd run movies! |
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12:20 am
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SmartysWorld:
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#shamelessplug You guys should check free pubs for local events. More often than not, you get info for free or discounted info. #dealchat |
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12:20 am
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frugalista:
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What about restaurant.com? Do any of you use it to get the local specials? #dealchat |
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12:21 am
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janicel80:
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Yay! It's your favorite time of the week! #dealchat is back and today we are bringing the fabulous to the frugal! #frugalista |
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12:21 am
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frugalista:
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A lot of my friends swear by restaurant.com . You can get a $20 meal for $10 sometimes #dealchat |
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12:21 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: #shamelessplug You guys should check free pubs for local events. More often than not, you get info for free or discounted info. #dealchat |
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12:21 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat for plays in New York, get 1/2 price tix at TKTS in Times Square. On and off Broadway. |
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12:22 am
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frugalista:
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@SmartysWorld By free pubs, you mean like the alternative news weeklies? #dealchat ? |
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12:22 am
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frugalista:
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RT @benetwilson: #dealchat for plays in New York, get 1/2 price tix at TKTS in Times Square. On and off Broadway. |
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12:22 am
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josieinthecity:
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RT @frugalista: A lot of my friends swear by restaurant.com . You can get a $20 meal for $10 sometimes #dealchat |
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12:22 am
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frugalista:
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When I lived in North Carolina, we would go see the farm baseball team. Farm teams are really affordable. #dealchat |
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12:22 am
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eclectikchic:
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We have a discount theatre and it is $2 per person. The snacks are cheaper too. #dealchat |
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12:23 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I've gotten some great restaurant deals on @Groupon. Just got Houlihans half price. |
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12:23 am
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frugalista:
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Are there any party girls? Where do you find the best affordable parties? #dealchat |
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12:23 am
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Courtney_EL:
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@coovents - tweets drink specials (in nyc at least) I wonder who attends these 8am happy hours #dealchat |
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12:24 am
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janicel80:
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Does anyone go to the library for DVDs? That's super frugal. #dealchat |
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12:24 am
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nickimayonews:
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On DVD/bluray rentals, the library works. I did that as a teacher ALL the time. Now I swap w/ my friends. #dealchat http://myloc.me/4VEK7 |
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12:24 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat farm baseball also do all kinds of deals & giveaways to lure peeps in. |
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12:24 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista yes, alternative news weeklies have the best info. Love Creative Loafing. Check the weeklies of local daily papers. #dealchat |
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12:25 am
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frugalista:
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When I was in NYC, I went to a $5 jazz night on Thursday at Lincoln Center! http://www.jalc.org/dccc/index09.asp #dealchat |
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12:25 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: On DVD/bluray rentals, the library works. I did that as a teacher ALL the time. Now I swap w/ my friends. #dealchat http://myloc.me/4VEK7 |
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12:25 am
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frugalista:
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RT @benetwilson: #dealchat farm baseball also do all kinds of deals & giveaways to lure peeps in. |
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12:25 am
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SmartysWorld:
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RT @frugalista: What about restaurant.com? Do any of you use it to get the local specials? #dealchat |
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12:25 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: @frugalista yes, alternative news weeklies have the best info. Love Creative Loafing. Check the weeklies of local daily papers. #dealchat |
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12:26 am
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frugalista:
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Yes, Miami New Times keeps the pulse on what's going on! #dealchat |
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12:26 am
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frugalista:
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Now, how do you all feel about buying coupon books for entertainment deals? I'm a little nervous about that. #dealchat |
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12:27 am
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frugalista:
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I guess if you have a large family and go out a lot, those coupon books can work. #dealchat |
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12:27 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista More often than not, the papers do coupon books for groups to sell as fundraisers. I tell myself it's for a good cause #dealchat |
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12:27 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista my mom used to buy them in middle school and high school. didnt seem worth the price. #dealchat |
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12:28 am
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frugalista:
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Where do you all find your music for cheap? #dealchat |
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12:28 am
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frugalista:
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RT @JummyWTKR: @frugalista my mom used to buy them in middle school and high school. didnt seem worth the price. #dealchat |
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12:28 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: @frugalista More often than not, the papers do coupon books for groups to sell as fundraisers. I tell myself it's for a good cause #dealchat |
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12:28 am
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frugalista:
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@jummywtkr @smartysworld Yep, I don't think the coupon book fits in with my lifestyle! Not complaining, either! #dealchat |
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12:28 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I rarely do the big coupon books. I never use them, so it's a waste of my $$$ |
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12:29 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista They usually offer dinner + another dinner at half price. I usually find a friend and we split it. #dealchat |
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12:29 am
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nickimayonews:
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Hey, closet party girl here. A lot of companies sponsor nights to promote and dish out new products on wed/thurs nights. #dealchat |
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12:29 am
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TVNewsguy:
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@frugalista we have used it all over country. never had problems. #dealchat |
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12:29 am
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frugalista:
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No one gets deals on music? Here's one: Free Coldplay album! http://www.coldplay.com/lrlrl/lr.html #dealchat |
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12:29 am
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VOTEDEM:
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RT @frugalista: Do any of you like theater?How do you find deals...#dealchat // www.culturalconnection.org 1/2 price same day tix in SoFL |
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12:30 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: Hey, closet party girl here. A lot of companies sponsor nights to promote and dish out new products on wed/thurs nights. #dealchat |
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12:30 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I love the library for music. I also borrow from my friends and load up my iPod. |
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12:30 am
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frugalista:
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To make my dining out more affordable, I try to eat lunch and not dinner! #dealchat |
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12:30 am
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frugalista:
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RT @VOTEDEM: RT @frugalista: Do any of you like theater?How do you find deals...#dealchat // www.culturalconnection.org 1/2 price same day tix in SoFL |
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12:31 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat my party girl days are over! LOL |
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12:31 am
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SmartysWorld:
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I hate to say it, but hang out with some journalists. We're forever getting in places free. #dealchat |
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12:31 am
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frugalista:
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@TVNewsguy What did you use? #dealchat ? A coupon book? |
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12:31 am
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frugalista:
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@smartysworld Don't tell the secrets! #dealchat |
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12:31 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista im going to nyc in 2 weeks. wanna see somethin on broadway. can you ask the #dealchat crew where to go? |
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12:32 am
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benetwilson:
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@SmartysWorld True dat! #dealchat |
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12:32 am
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frugalista:
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Ok, @smartyjones says hang with journalists to get into places free! She told the secret! #dealchat |
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12:32 am
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SmartysWorld:
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LoL! Sorry. RT @frugalista: @smartysworld Don't tell the secrets! #dealchat |
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12:32 am
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Courtney_EL:
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RT @frugalista: Where do you all find your music for cheap? #dealchat <<<Made me think if Dave Chapelle's If the Internet Was a Real Place |
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12:32 am
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frugalista:
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RT @JummyWTKR: @frugalista im going to nyc in 2 weeks. wanna see somethin on broadway. can you ask the #dealchat crew where to go? |
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12:32 am
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sickathanavg:
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RT @frugalista: No one gets deals on music? Here's one: Free Coldplay album! http://www.coldplay.com/lrlrl/lr.html #dealchat |
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12:32 am
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eclectikchic:
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I use the book I buy from my son's school. The entertainment book has great coupons for restaurants. #dealchat |
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12:33 am
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pretailers:
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RT @bigjohnmarsh RT @frugalista: Does NE1 go 2 D library 4 DVDs? That's super frugal. #dealchat :) |
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12:33 am
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frugalista:
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@JummyWTKR If you want to see Fela for cheap: visit BroadwayOffers.com and use code FE4NFP9 #dealchat |
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12:33 am
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frugalista:
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@eclectikchic Do you use them all? #dealchat |
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12:34 am
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RubyBranch1:
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I always check several of my favorite restaurant's website for coupons or special offers, before I decide where to eat out... #dealchat |
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12:34 am
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benetwilson:
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@JummyWTKR Go 2 Times Square TKTS booth day you want to see play. board lists plays avail. Good seats, at least 1/2 price. #dealchat |
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12:34 am
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frugalista:
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Ok, so @jummywtkr is going to NYC: Any suggestions for things to do for a frugal and fabulous time? #dealchat |
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12:35 am
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SmartysWorld:
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For music, I still don't think you can get any cheaper than iTunes. I spend more $ on iTunes than I do for any other entertainment #dealchat |
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12:35 am
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frugalista:
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RT @RubyBranch1: I always check several of my favorite restaurant's website for coupons or special offers, before I decide where to eat out... #dealchat |
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12:35 am
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frugalista:
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RT @Courtney_EL: RT @frugalista: Where do you all find your music for cheap? #dealchat <<<Made me think if Dave Chapelle's If the Internet Was a Real Place |
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12:35 am
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frugalista:
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@SmartysWorld ITunes took away my petty cash fund! Those $1 add up! #dealchat |
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12:36 am
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benetwilson:
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@JummyWTKR you can google tkts for more info. #dealchat |
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12:36 am
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msjetsetter:
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I go to Happy Hour just before the specials end and order lots of appetizers for 1/2 the price. Then I'm full for dinner #dealchat |
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12:36 am
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SmartysWorld:
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NYC Tweeps? RT @frugalista: Ok, so @jummywtkr is going to NYC: Any suggestions for things to do for a frugal and fabulous time? #dealchat |
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12:37 am
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frugalista:
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@jummywtkr If you want to go on a movie/tv scene tour, screentours.com has a 10 percent discount if you use frugalista10 #dealchat |
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12:37 am
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frugalista:
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RT @msjetsetter: I go to Happy Hour just before the specials end and order lots of appetizers for 1/2 the price. Then I'm full for dinner #dealchat |
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12:37 am
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frugalista:
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@msjetsetter Yes! My girl! Appetizers are awesome! #dealchat |
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12:37 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista oooo ill take that!! and the fela one!! thanks! #dealchat |
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12:38 am
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frugalista:
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So, are there anymore happy hour queens? *raises hands* I get my boogie on before 11 p.m. Cheaper parking! #dealchat |
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12:38 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista they do add up, but I prefer to spend $20 on 20 songs I like than for a CD with maybe two songs I like. frugal = value #dealchat |
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12:38 am
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frugalista:
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@JummyWTKR $5 jazz at the Lincoln Center, Club Dizzies And it has a $5 menu and $5 drinks! #dealchat |
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12:38 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@benetwilson thank you!!! #dealchat |
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12:39 am
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nickimayonews:
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Frugal fun in NYC. Get a friend w/ a hook up for the nightspots. Watch those parking tickets and NO turns on red. Those add up$$$ #dealchat |
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12:39 am
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frugalista:
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So what do you all think of iTunes? Will it make you go poor, $1 at a time or is it a value because you buy what you want? #dealchat |
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12:39 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: Frugal fun in NYC. Get a friend w/ a hook up for the nightspots. Watch those parking tickets and NO turns on red. Those add up$$$ #dealchat |
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12:39 am
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eclectikchic:
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@frugalista yep. I use them mostly. Travel deals are in there also. #dealchat |
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12:39 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista oooo im guessin this is all in "downtown" right? #dealchat |
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12:40 am
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frugalista:
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Does anyone use public transportation? It's so much cheaper than parking. When I go to Miami Heat games, I take the people mover. #dealchat |
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12:40 am
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benetwilson:
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@JummyWTKR glad to help. Was in NYC last weekend. Took my daughter to see Mary Poppins. Great seats! #dealchat |
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12:41 am
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frugalista:
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@JummyWTKR um, girl, hmm. Near Times square I think. The $5 jazz is only Thursday nights. #dealchat |
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12:42 am
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janicel80:
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Frugal fun in NYC. Get a friend w/ a hook up for the nightspots. Watch those parking tickets and NO turns on red. Those add up$$$ #dealchat |
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12:42 am
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msjetsetter:
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@frugalista I look for places that have free valet or try to car pool #dealchat |
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12:42 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat sorry-no public transport for me unless I'm in New York. |
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12:42 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista when im home in DC i take the metro everywhere!! #dealchat |
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12:42 am
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frugalista:
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Any other places you all like to go/do for fun? We've covered sports, museums, bars, movies? Any cloggers in the group? LOL #dealchat |
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12:42 am
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SmartysWorld:
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Anytime you travel anywhere, your best bet is to hook up with someone local so you don't fall into tourist traps. #dealchat |
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12:43 am
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tyronem:
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@SmartysWorld Try Amazon.com's music store - most tracks are also .99 and you get actual MP3s. #dealchat |
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12:43 am
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frugalista:
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Ok,, so @eclectikchic is Team Coupon Book. She likes the travel deals. Any one else? #dealchat |
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12:43 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@27andfrugal ok thanks! someone else suggested that too! #dealchat |
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12:43 am
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frugalista:
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RT @27andfrugal: @frugalista Public transportation for 1-2 people is a deal. 3+ and it's definitely too expensive! #dealchat |
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12:43 am
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frugalista:
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RT @msjetsetter: @frugalista I look for places that have free valet or try to car pool #dealchat |
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12:44 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Oops! I do use DC Metro! |
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12:44 am
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frugalista:
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@msjetsetter I forgot about the car pool! You don't get impatient? :) #dealchat |
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12:44 am
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SmartysWorld:
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RT @tyronem: @SmartysWorld Try Amazon.com's music store - most tracks are also .99 and you get actual MP3s. #dealchat |
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12:44 am
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frugalista:
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@27andfrugal Public transportation is too expensive? Aw! It's so environmentally friendly! #dealchat :) |
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12:44 am
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sharlyn_lauby:
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@frugalista You can easily go broke on iTunes with impulse buying. Show restraint and it can be a deal. #dealchat |
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12:44 am
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frugalista:
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RT @sharlyn_lauby: @frugalista You can easily go broke on iTunes with impulse buying. Show restraint and it can be a deal. #dealchat |
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12:44 am
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nickimayonews:
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Public Trans is free in the entertainment special events districts in Buffalo. Check local transit 2 see if there's any free zones #dealchat |
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12:45 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Im not afraid to share a cab with people. |
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12:45 am
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frugalista:
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@sharlyn_lauby Yes! iTunes is addicting! I had to step away! #dealchat |
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12:46 am
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frugalista:
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Would you do like @benetwilson and share a cab with someone? You'd meet interesting people? #dealchat #onceajournalist |
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12:46 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: Public Trans is free in the entertainment special events districts in Buffalo. Check local transit 2 see if there's any free zones #dealchat |
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12:46 am
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eclectikchic:
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I love itunes ! #dealchat |
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12:46 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat my man gives me iTunes cards. Otherwise I abstain. That 99 cents adds up! |
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12:46 am
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SmartysWorld:
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Public transportation is not exactly an option down here, but carpooling is. #dealchat |
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12:46 am
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frugalista:
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Yes, public transportation is the best! #dealchat |
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12:47 am
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frugalista:
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Ok, so do any of you smuggle in your own candy to the movie theater? I won't tell! #dealchat |
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12:47 am
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TheHostessChick:
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RT @frugalista: Where do you all find your music for cheap? #dealchat amazon 5 or less cds |
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12:47 am
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frugalista:
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Rt @benetwilson #dealchat my man gives me iTunes cards. Otherwise I abstain. That 99 cents adds up! <-He's a keeper! |
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12:47 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Hitchster is in certain cities and helps match you with peeps wanting to share cabs. |
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12:48 am
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SmartysWorld:
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LoL! *raises hand* RT @frugalista: Ok, so do any of you smuggle in your own candy to the movie theater? I won't tell! #dealchat |
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12:48 am
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tyronem:
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@SmartysWorld where is this #dealchat you participate in? |
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12:48 am
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eclectikchic:
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I love taking free classes. Dance, cooking, etc. #dealchat |
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12:48 am
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msjetsetter:
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@frugalista I do!! That's why I prefer places that have free valet, in Houston, that's more popular, I HATE to pay for parking #dealchat |
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12:48 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista But I buy my popcorn there so it will be hot and the chocolate in the M&Ms melts when I pour them in. #dealchat |
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12:49 am
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frugalista:
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Do any of you buy bootleg DVDs? I did once. It came with it's own laugh track, NOT associated with the movie! #dealchat |
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12:49 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Yes I bring my own candy/food to movies. Food costs mote than tickets!! I'm not ashamed! |
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12:49 am
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frugalista:
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RT @benetwilson: #dealchat Hitchster is in certain cities and helps match you with peeps wanting to share cabs. |
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12:49 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@tyronem Right here on Twitter, sir. You use the #hashtag and you can search for everything going on in #dealchat It's cool! |
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12:49 am
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eclectikchic:
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For the plus size fashionistas, the entertainment book has LaneBryant coupons too. #dealchat |
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12:49 am
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msjetsetter:
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@frugalista I ask hubby for those $25 iTunes gift cards. I'm amazed at how fast it goes. #dealchat |
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12:50 am
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TheHostessChick:
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RT @frugalista: So, are there anymore happy hour queens? *raises hands* I get my boogie on before 11 p.m. Cheaper parking! #dealchat -Me! |
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12:50 am
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frugalista:
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@eclectikchic Um, dish! How do you find these free cooking classes, etc. #dealchat |
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12:50 am
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frugalista:
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RT @eclectikchic: For the plus size fashionistas, the entertainment book has LaneBryant coupons too. #dealchat |
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12:50 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista hypothetically speaking, you don't need to BUY bootlegs if you've got internet access. #dealchat #soimtold |
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12:50 am
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frugalista:
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RT @TheHostessChick: RT @frugalista: Where do you all find your music for cheap? #dealchat amazon 5 or less cds |
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12:50 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@frugalista oh yes! candy and a bottle of water into the movie theater! always! #dealchat |
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12:50 am
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misslori:
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RT @eclectikchic: For the plus size fashionistas, the entertainment book has @lanebryant coupons too. #dealchat |
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12:51 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I use iTunes more for apps than music these days. |
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12:51 am
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frugalista:
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Ok, we have a second person in this chat who gets ITune gift cards from their mate. Jewelry is overrated! #dealchat |
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12:51 am
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sharlyn_lauby:
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@frugalista @benetwilson totally agree! Manage your spending with iTunes gift cards. #dealchat |
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12:51 am
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SmartysWorld:
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Check their web site too! RT @eclectikchic: For the plus size fashionistas, the entertainment book has LaneBryant coupons too. #dealchat |
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12:52 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@TheHostessChick yes amazon is amazing! i got an uber cheap memory card for my dig-cam, and one of my school text books! cheap! #dealchat |
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12:52 am
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eclectikchic:
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Yep!! RT @frugalista: Ok, so do any of you smuggle in your own candy to the movie theater? I won't tell! #dealchat |
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12:52 am
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nickimayonews:
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I'm not endorsing taking candy in the movies. But I've heard the dollar store has the big boxes of milk duds n junior mints LOL :D #dealchat |
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12:52 am
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Courtney_EL:
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Re: music @lastfm (my fav), @pandora_radio, @grooveshark and so on...#dealchat |
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12:52 am
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frugalista:
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RT @nickimayonews: I'm not endorsing taking candy in the movies. But I've heard the dollar store has the big boxes of milk duds n junior mints LOL :D #dealchat |
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12:53 am
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frugalista:
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@jummywtkr and @thehostesschick Team Amazon over here, too! #dealchat |
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12:53 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I am a BIG fan of @dollartree for movie snacks and other things. |
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12:53 am
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frugalista:
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Yay @courtney_El for the music hook ups! I also like blip.fm ! I listen to it at work. #dealchat |
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12:53 am
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frugalista:
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RT @Courtney_EL: Re: music @lastfm (my fav), @pandora_radio, @grooveshark and so on...#dealchat |
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12:54 am
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eclectikchic:
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@frugalista I hate seeing people get up. Buy real dvd. Lol. #bootleg #dealchat |
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12:54 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat I really like the used book/cd deals on Amazon.com |
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12:54 am
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frugalista:
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@eclectikchic HAHAHAH! I remember a shot of a girl in the audience with a large pony tail! #dealchat #don'tbuybootleg! |
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12:54 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista I still do half.com for new music and DVDs at rock bottom prices. Got the Chappelle's Show box set for like $25 new #dealchat |
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12:55 am
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frugalista:
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@benetwilson You were pleased with their quality? Inquiring minds! #dealchat |
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12:55 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: @frugalista I still do half.com for new music and DVDs at rock bottom prices. Got the Chappelle's Show box set for like $25 new #dealchat |
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12:55 am
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Kiplyn:
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Yes candy/snacks! RT @frugalista: Ok, so do any of you smuggle in your own candy to the movie theater? I won't tell! #dealchat |
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12:55 am
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TVNewsguy:
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RT @frugalista: we use restaurant.com. have saved hundreds $$$ taking family & friends to dinner. #dealchat |
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12:56 am
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frugalista:
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RT @TVNewsguy: RT @frugalista: we use restaurant.com. have saved hundreds $$$ taking family & friends to dinner. #dealchat |
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12:56 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat you can also score great DVD/cd deals on eBay because there's mucho selection. |
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12:56 am
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frugalista:
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@TVNewsguy Yay! I hear it's the best! Any tips for the best way to use restaurant.com ? #dealchat |
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12:57 am
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msjetsetter:
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@eclectikchic @frugalista I sneak in candy, water, chex mix, you name it. LOL #dealchat |
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12:57 am
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frugalista:
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@benetwilson I like the international selection on Ebay! I was able to find City of God, which is a great movie! #dealchat |
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12:57 am
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SmartysWorld:
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#truth RT @benetwilson: #dealchat you can also score great DVD/cd deals on eBay because there's mucho selection. |
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12:58 am
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frugalista:
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Ok, so it's getting late! I had a great time tonight! What do you want to chat about next week? #dealchat |
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12:58 am
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SmartysWorld:
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@frugalista if you're a CD or DVD collector, you can also try Craig's List for huge lots the folks are trying to get rid of. #dealchat |
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12:58 am
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benetwilson:
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@frugalista eBay DVD selection is great! #dealchat |
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12:59 am
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TheHostessChick:
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@JummyWTKR #dealchat I gor rihanna cd for 5 Chrisette for 3.99 |
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12:59 am
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TVNewsguy:
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@frugalista FYI in NYC you can find greatly discounted parking lot deals. Google central parking & icon parking. #dealchat #onceajournalist |
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1:00 am
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frugalista:
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RT @TVNewsguy: @frugalista FYI in NYC you can find greatly discounted parking lot deals. Google central parking & icon parking. #dealchat #onceajournalist |
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1:00 am
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frugalista:
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@TVNewsguy Who knew!? Thank you! NYC parking for discount? #dealchat |
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1:01 am
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frugalista:
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@RubyBranch1 OMG! That's a MEAL! I know the kiddies follow behind you, loving the smell! #dealchat |
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1:01 am
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benetwilson:
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#dealchat Good night everyone. Thanks @frugalista for another great show! |
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1:01 am
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frugalista:
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Thanks @benetwilson! So no one has an idea for next week's chat? I'll be creative #dealchat |
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1:02 am
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frugalista:
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I'm going to start posting chat transcripts on thefrugalista.com so check it out tomorrow! #dealchat |
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1:02 am
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traveljonez:
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How in the heck did I miss the #dealchat again this week. #daylightsavingskillingmesoftly |
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1:02 am
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frugalista:
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Thank you all for an AWESOME Wednesday night and fantastic deals! #dealchat |
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1:02 am
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TVNewsguy:
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@frugalista planning a trip, check out places that city, if u can wait for deep discount 80-90% off. good for year #dealchat |
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1:02 am
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SmartysWorld:
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You guys missed a great #dealchat. @frugalista or @dealchat is here every Wed., hanging out like wet clothes. Next week, you should join us! |
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1:03 am
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frugalista:
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@traveljonez I'm posting transcripts tomorrow! #dealchat #igotyouboo! |
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1:03 am
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frugalista:
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RT @SmartysWorld: You guys missed a great #dealchat. @frugalista or @dealchat is here every Wed., hanging out like wet clothes. Next week, you should join us! |
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1:04 am
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RubyBranch1:
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RT @SmartysWorld: You guys missed a great #dealchat. @frugalista or @dealchat is here every Wed., hanging out like wet clothes. Next week, you should join us! |
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1:04 am
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JummyWTKR:
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@TheHostessChick i got rihannas for 99 cents on itunes :) #dealchat |
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1:04 am
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TVNewsguy:
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@frugalista big time discounts, last time all day was $15. you may need to walk a block or so. #dealchat |
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1:04 am
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frugalista:
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Also, Miami peeps, I'm doing a Disney giveaway this week at thefrugalista.com! #dealchat #miami #frugalista |
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1:05 am
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SmartysWorld:
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Uh, Disney. LoL! RT @frugalista: Also, Miami peeps, I'm doing a Disney giveaway this week at thefrugalista.com! #dealchat #miami #frugalista |
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1:06 am
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Courtney_EL:
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If get my hands on a dollar again, I'm gonna squeeze it til the eagle grins. #dealchat ...bye! |
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1:07 am
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nickimayonews:
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GREAT #dealchat 2nite! Follow @frugalista and @dealchat for the goods on $$$. If u missed it view transcripts Thurs on thefrugalista.com :D |
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1:08 am
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traveljonez:
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@frugalista next week #dealchat should be about shoes! Springs coming up. New shoes and ooh pedicure/spa deals too. #nocrustyfeet |
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1:16 am
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bigstevepeacock:
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RT @nickimayonews: I'm not endorsing taking candy in the movies. But I've heard the dollar store has the big boxes of milk duds n junior mints LOL :D #dealchat |
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1:50 am
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XoXoJH:
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@frugalista Have you done travel deals? #dealchat |
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1:56 am
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traveljonez:
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RT @Courtney_EL If get my hands on a dollar again, I'm gonna squeeze it til the eagle grins. #dealchat ...bye! {{Ha! Ha! I love that!}} |
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8:19 am
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frugalista:
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@XoXoJH We did travel deals two weeks ago. #dealchat |
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10:12 am
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XoXoJH:
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I missed it! I'll pull it up. Thanks. RT @frugalista: @XoXoJH We did travel deals two weeks ago. #dealchat |
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1:39 pm
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meikame:
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@frugalista What about a #dealchat for parents, expecting parents, hopeful parents? Not sure how big the group would be, but just a thought. |
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1:40 pm
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meikame:
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@frugalista @dealchat It would be a #dealchat on how to save money while raising a family, etc. Just a thought. Keep up the great work! :-) |
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1:42 pm
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SmartysWorld:
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@meikame it could even be on gifting, too, i.e. birthdays, baby showers and wedding season is coming up. @frugalista @dealchat #dealchat |
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1:43 pm
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meikame:
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@SmartysWorld I like the way you think! That would be a huge help to us aunties! @frugalista @dealchat #dealchat |
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2:37 pm
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frugalista:
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@smartysworld and @meikame I love it! Let's do one on gifting! That would include kids, parents, friends Would that work? #dealchat |
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4:20 pm
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F_Uitlist:
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@frugalista Sorry I missed #dealchat last night. with the new high powered education regiment I have CJ on, I might be MIA for a bit |
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4:33 pm
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F_Uitlist:
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one dozen Cannolli's for a mere $9 how can you lose? http://bit.ly/c1TrfV #dealchat #sweettooth |
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6:31 pm
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frugalista:
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Rt @FrancesLimon Don't tell anyone, but I borrow music from the library and rip it. Free music! <--Love it! #dealchat #frugalista |
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11:47 pm
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jpolk122907:
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@frugalista they have most new releases and its $1/day thats a 1/3 of the price for a movie @blockbuster #dealchat |
