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As May draws close to June, we start seeing more about graduations. Whether the graduation is from preschool, kindergarten, high school, college, or even grad school, we are all looking for the perfect gift and party ideas. Today the Sunshine Rewards ladies reviewed three merchants that you do not necessarily think of first when you think about graduation: TheFlip.com, Shindigz. and Magazines.com.

Show notes:

• Tricia and Cindy relived Tricia’s high school graduation and the fact that Cindy repainted the whole house.
• Cindy reviewed TheFlip.com, the official store of the Flip videocamera. Who does the Flip make a great graduation present for? Pretty much everyone on your list. (Get Free shipping and 2% back when you buy your Flip through SR)
• The ladies talked about the different ways that they use their Flip cameras, including for fun, work, and school projects. We pretty much use the Flip for every video in this videoblog.
• Angie walked us through the Shindigz website. In addition to party supplies, they have tips for throwing parties and party activities. Check out our Shindigz coupons and videos.
• Tricia discussed Magazines.com and how to find a magazine that fits for your graduation gift recipient. Get Magazines.com coupons plus GREAT cash back through our SR page.

No major glitches today. Next podcast: weddings and anniversaries. Check out all of our Graduation merchants at Sunshine Rewards.

Tags: coupons, flip, graduation, graduation gifts, magazines, party supplies, podcast

We’d all love to be able to get a good workout just by walking. Skechers claims with its new Skechers Shape Ups that you can improve posture, tone muscles, and lose weight just by walking.

The shoes were designed to stimulate walking on soft ground. This forces you to use muscles that you do not usually use when walking. I can definitely say that running on sand in Florida was much different than running at home in Indiana. But does it make a difference in how much you tone your muscles?

We’ve seen a couple of different shoes come out that claim to improve your leg muscles more than regular shoes. I will say for the Skechers ones that they are at least cute! They come in flip flops, Mary Janes, and sneakers. Sizes are somewhat limited at this point, so you will have to check back frequently to find the kind you want in your size. They are a little expensive (although not compared to other comparable shoes), so you will want to check out the Sunshine Rewards Skechers coupons and cash back.

Here’s a video for more information about the Skechers Shape Ups:

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Tags: coupons, exercise, shoes, skechers, sneakers, weight loss

Summer is coming, which means we are all looking for things for the kids to do. My girls love getting magazines in the mail. I especially love the ones with educational activities for them. That’s why we subscribe to a number of magazines produced by Highlights. Highlights itself is pretty much the same magazine you remember from the dentist’s office when you were a kid. It has stories, jokes, crafts, and Hidden Pictures. However, Highlights also produced some other great magazines that my kids love.

High Five is like Highlights only geared toward kids aged 2-6. It contains some of the same types of activities as Highlights, only it is easier to read and has more pictures.

Puzzle Buzz is the biggest hit in my house. My just-turned-six-year-old has been getting it since last summer. When the magazines come in the mail, I have to hide one of the two of them from her or she will sit for hours and not move. There are so many activities that are age appropriate for her that she is not only learning but having fun.

Puzzlemania is the fourth Highlights subscription that we get. It’s for my 8-year-old who loves word finds, crossword puzzles, and writing activities. I always keep one in the car for when we are stuck waiting in parking lots or driving any distances. All it takes is a pencil and she will be occupied for hours.

If you have kids in the 2-10 age range, you should definitely check out Highlights. In the Highlights video below, you will see some of the types of activities included in each book. The Highlights magazines come by subscription paid up front and the puzzle books come on a regular basis but you can cancel at any time. Be sure to shop for Highlights at Sunshine Rewards to get your cash back!

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Tags: books, education, kids, magazines, puzzles, school, subscription

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Mother’s Day is May 10, which means that there is no time like the present to get Mother’s Day gifts ordered. It’s not too late to order even personalized gifts. But if you don’t want to pay a fortune for shipping, you should get your orders made quickly. The three moms at Sunshine Rewards are Mother’s Day gift experts! At least we think we are, given all of the Mother’s Day gifts that we have both sent and received over the past years.

Show Notes:

• Favorite Mother’s Day gifts from the past? Cindy can’t remember most of them. (What does that say about the gifts?) Angie likes gifts with a personal touch.
• Some moms love flowers but others think they are kind of a waste (send Tricia flowers!!).
• What should you do with Mom on Mother’s Day? Whatever Mom wants! (Even if it doesn’t include you.)
• Cindy reviewed her favorite online jewelry store, My Jewelry Box. High points are their quality, selection, and good prices.
• MJB often runs coupons and free shipping specials and includes a gift box with every purchase. Right now you can get a free pearl necklace with $50 purchases. (Current SR MyJewelryBox coupon: MyJewelryBox.com free shipping and 15% off My Jewelry Box Use code SW045115PA)
• Tricia gushes profusely about Sephora and considers herself a Sephora junkie. Great gift ideas for mom? Philosophy gift packs with a variety of scented shampoo, gel, and bubble bath choices.
• Sephora ships all purchases with a gift bag as well as free samples. Be sure to look for gift with purchase coupons and free shipping. (Current SR Sephora coupon: Free shipping over $50)
• Angie led a discussion about Canvas on Demand. Have your family pictures (or animal pictures if you are Cindy) made into beautiful canvases.
• Operation: Hi Mom is a chance for 500 military men and women to have a free canvas sent to their moms this Mother’s Day. It’s terrific to see a company supporting the military like that.
• Canvas on Demand gifts are personal and affordable and actually ships very quickly (less than a week).

This was our longest podcast yet and full of lots of great gift ideas. Let us know what kinds of merchants you want reviewed next.

And be sure to check out our entire Mother’s Day Shopping Category.

Tags: canvas on demand, coupons, discounts, free shipping, gifts, mother's day, my jewelry box, necklaces, picture gifts, pictures, podcast, sephora

One of my favorite merchants is MyJewelryBox.com. Not only do they have beautiful jewelry, but it is all affordable. I have several pieces from MyJewelryBox.com and always get compliments on them when I wear them.

This Mother’s Day, why not surprise Mom with a gift from My Jewelry Box? When you use the My Jewelry Box coupons, free shipping, and cash back at Sunshine Rewards, you will be saving money while getting Mom a gift that she will always cherish. Plus, for a limited time you will receive a free 18″ pearl necklace with every purchase over $50.

Check out the Black and White Diamond Heart Pendant featured in my video below. Regularly $300, it is now only $129 before your Sunshine Rewards 15% coupon. You’ll get free FedEx shipping plus your Sunshine Rewards cash back.

Visit MyJewelryBox.com today to find terrific specials on Mother’s Day jewelry.

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Tags: coupons, diamond, free shipping, jewelry, mother's day, necklace, pendant