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Fourth of July Buzzed Driving Outreach

The Fourth of July is right around the corner!
Whether attending a family picnic or viewing the local fireworks display, many of us will be on the road this Independence Day.
So I though I'd take a moment to mention the dangers of buzzed driving and to remind people that Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving, and the best way to stay safe is simply to plan ahead.

This is an issue that really hits home for me, as my mother passed away in a drunk driving accident in 2001.

I'm pretty sure most people are "aware" of the dangers of drinking and driving, and don't specifically plan on getting plastered, then getting in their vehicle and driving.
But that's where the danger lies - in not planning ahead.
Many people, I'm sure, will have a few drinks and think they are okay to drive, when in reality, they might not be. That's what booze does to people!

Here are some steps you should take to protect your loved ones on the Fourth of July:

1.) Designate a sober driver before you leave for your Fourth of July events.

2.) Be ready to take alternate transportation such as a bus or taxi.

3.) Have the phone number of a taxi service stored in your phone before you leave for the party.

4.) Call 9-1-1 if you see an impaired driver on the road.

Even if you will not be drinking alcoholic beverages this Fourth of July, keep in mind that over the course of 2008, 1,179 people in other vehicles were killed in crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers.
And there were a total of 491 motor vehicle traffic fatalities during the Fourth of July Holiday period (Thursday, July 3rd, 6 pm to Monday, July 7th, 5:59 am).
And for those who say they don't plan on over-indulging . . . a buzzed driving crash looks the same as a drunk driving crash.

To learn more about the impact buzzed driving can have on a life, please watch this important video about the financial and personal repercussions of getting a DUI.

Remember: Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving.
Plan ahead and ask your loved ones to do the same.

As a member of the Global Influence Network, I opted to write this post as part of their campaign with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) and the Ad Council as they continue their efforts with the "Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving" PSA. Statistics were provided to me by Global Influence Network.

If You Haven't Signed up for Swagbucks YET......

What on earth have you been waiting for?!?!
I signed up almost 6 months ago, but I've already been able to redeem my Swagbucks for 5 gift cards!!

Well you slackers are in luck because right now happens to be
a great time to sign up!!
Typically you receive 30 Swagbucks just for signing up, but through Friday evening (11:59 PDT, to be exact),
you can score an additional 20 Swagbucks when you
use the code SweetTweeting at sign-up!!
That's 50 Swagbucks just for signing up!

A $5 Amazon gift code is only 450 Swagbucks, so you will be well on your way!

So no more waiting!
Sign up today and start getting rewarded
for something you're already doing everyday - searching the web!

Need to read more about how Swagbucks works?
Read my intro post here.

Join the Coffee-mate Brew Crew for Samples, Coupons, and Gift Cards!

Like Coffee-mate?

Apply to be part of Coffee-mate's Brew Crew for a chance to receive promotional items, samples, and coupons! You can also earn points that can be redeemed for gift cards for places like Target, Amazon, Home Depot and more!

I filled out the questionnaire quite some time ago, and finally received word that I was approved.
When I logged into my account for the first time, there were lots of activities for me to complete, like completing my profile, tweeting, etc., and I was actually able to earn enough points for a $10 Amazon gift card in one day!!

Go here to fill out the questionnaire and hopefully you'll be approved!

This gift card will go nicely with the Amazon cards I've been earning from Swagbucks, My survey and My points!

FYI: Once you get an Amazon gift code, you can just add it to your account for later use.
Meaning, you can stack gift cards up, and use them all at once.
I'm saving up for something BIG!

Friday Freebies!

It's that time of the week again!
I'm putting together a BIG list of Birthday Freebies, so if you know of any, please submit them here.

Here are your fantastic Friday freebies:

Health and Beauty samples:

FREE sample of NEW Pantene

FREE sample of Bodycology lotion

FREE luxury bathrobe for reviewing Dove hair care

FREE sample of CamoCare organic anti-aging skincare

FREE sample of Nivea Happy Sensation lotion


Photo freebies:

FREE 8x10 Collage Print from Walgreens thru 6/19


Food and Drink freebies:

FREE sample of Starbucks VIA

FREE sample of Starbucks VIA (different link)

Kraft Sandwich shop mayo (scroll down for the free sample)


Free gift cards:

FREE $10 Amazon Video on Demand credit thru 6/30

FREE $50 Barnes & Noble card when you buy the nook

Earn gift cards with Swagbucks (I got one this week!)

Earn gift cards with My Survey (I got one this week!)

Earn gift cards with My Points (I got one this week!)


FREE magazines and publications:

FREE subscription to Food Arts magazine

FREE Twitter: Best practices and Tips guide

FREE guide: The Mac Manual - This guide supplies you with numerous tips, tricks and free applications. Get the hang of the interface and discover what your Mac is really capable of.

FREE subscription to Financial Advisor magazine

See what other FREE magazine subscriptions you qualify for!

FREE coupons:

10% off at Home Depot - Save up to $200!

$1 off All Laundry detergent

$1 off 2 Lean Cuisines

$3 off 2 Right Guard deodorants

Save $1.50 on Little Swimmers diapers

$1 off 2 Starbucks Ice Cream

$1 off Listerine Whitening

$5 off Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner

$1 off Garnier Fructis

$1 off Sally Hansen

$1 off Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs

$1 off Visine

$1 off L'Oreal skincare

$2 off L'Oreal EverStrong or EverPure

Be sure to subscribe to Kristie's List by email, or in a reader,
to keep up with the latest free offers!

*I always try to share only the real deals with you, but always use your own judgment when it comes to requesting freebies.

FREE $10 Amazon Video on Demand Credit!!

Now through 6/30, follow AmazonVideo on Twitter
and receive a $10 code good towards select TV shows!

The code will come within 48 hours via Direct Message.
Some eligible shows include The Office, Law and Order, House and more!
If you’re already a follower, you can still get a code by replying and sending them a direct message for a code.

You can stream OR download the shows,
but if you want to download them,
you have to download the Amazon Unbox program.
You can also download them to a TiVo.

Go here for more details about this offer.

Thanks, Freebie Blogger!

Do you know of any birthday freebies?

[Image credit: D Sharon Pruitt]

My birthday is right around the corner (in about a month),
so I thought it would be a great time to post a nice big list of birthday freebies!

I'm already signed up for several, and the birthday emails have already started rolling in. But I plan on posting the list just after my birthday, so I can confirm what is still being offered.

And you can help!
If you know of any birthday freebies, please submit them below!
You can enter as many as you want into the form.
If you enter your email address, you can also claim extra giveaway entries for upcoming giveaways.*
An email is not required, and if you do add it, it will NOT be shared with ANYONE.

*No matter how many freebies you submit, you will still only be eligible for 1 extra entry per eligible giveaway.

$50 worth of Burt's Bees products for only $25!!

MmmMmmM! I love Burt's Bees!

Right now, Burt's Bees is offering grab bags for only $25!
The grab bags will include 5 full-sized products, 14 mini-sized products and 5 special gifts!
The bag is worth over $50 MSRP!
This would be a great gift idea,
or great even if you just wanna stock up!
Go here to check out the offer.

My favorite Burt's Bees products are the lemon butter cuticle creme
(I always keep one in my purse!), and the coconut foot creme -
what are your favorites?