Shopping for a Few of My Favorite Things

With the economy in a state of royal craptitude, 2008 will be the year of the discount when it comes to your holiday shopping. This will be most evident on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, and the day that traditionally kicks off the holiday shopping season.

Here are a few of the doorbuster bargains that will be available tomorrow morning at retail chains across the nation:

• Wal-Mart: Black Friday doorbuster specials available from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m, in-store only. Ad may be viewed online. Specials include:
  • Emerson® 32″ LCD HDTV for $388
  • Garmin® 3.5″ Nuvi 200 GPS system for $97
• Kohls: Black Friday doorbuster specials available in store from 4 a.m. to 1 p.m., or online from 1 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. Ad may be viewed online. Specials include:
  •  60% plus 20% off all fine and sterling silver jewelry
  • 50% off the entire stock of toys
  • All shoppers will receive a $10 Kohl’s Cash coupon for every $50 spent, with the coupon redeemable between Nov. 30 - Dec. 6 for sale-, regular-, or clearance-priced merchandise.
  • Online shoppers also receive free shipping on orders over $75.
• JCPenney: Black Friday doorbuster specials available from 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ad may be viewed online, and many items are available online at doorbuster prices. Specials include:
  • Protocol® Portsmouth 5-piece luggage set for $38.88
  • Extra 25% off entire stock of sale-priced fine jewelry
  • Online shoppers receive free shipping on orders over $25 with coupon code 44FS25 
• Best Buy: Shop online on Thursday, November 27, or instore on Black Friday, November 28, as early as 5 a.m. Specials include:
  • Magellan® Roadmate 1212 Portable GPS for $79.99
  • Seasons 1 and 2 of hit television show Entourage on DVD for just $9.99 apiece
  • Toshiba® Satellite laptop (model L305D-S5892) with AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core Mobile Technology for $379.99 (in-stores only)

Obviously, this is but a small piece of the doorbuster specials that will be available to eager shoppers on Black Friday 2008. Before you head out to the stores, check your favorite retailers’ websites for coupons that can be printed for in-store use and advertisements so that you know exactly what you’re looking for when the doors open. Wear comfortable shoes, travel light, and be sure to stay hydrated as you shop, shop, shop for holiday gifts for your loved ones.

Have fun, support our economy, and be safe this Black Friday!

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