DId you know....?

A. You can reduce your intake of pesticides by 90% on these 12 items by buying fresh or organic. These 12 items are refered to as the "dirty dozen" having the highest pesticide residue. (Some of the side effects of ingesting pesticides are, infertility, birth defects, even cancer.)

• Peaches
• Apples
• Bell Peppers
• Celery
• Nectarines
• Strawberries
• Cherries
• Pears
• Imported Grapes
• Spinach
• Lettuce
• Potatoes

*Source from the Nutrition Diva podcast.

B. Target's markdown schedule: so you can get those cookies at 15% off....

• Monday markdowns include electronics, kid’s clothing, and stationery (which includes giftwrap, cards, and partyware).
• Tuesday is the day for saving on domestics, women’s clothing, pet supplies, and food.
• Wednesday is when the men’s clothing, toys, lawn & garden, and health & beauty items are clearanced out.
• Thursday sale items usually include housewares, lingerie, sporting goods, shoes, music/movie/books, décor, and luggage
• Friday automotive items, cosmetics, hardware, and jewelry

Holiday Markdowns:

• 50% off the day after the holiday and an additional 3 days
• 75% off the 4th day after the holiday and an additional 3 days
• 90% off the 7th day after the holiday and an additional 1-2 days

*Source from the Dealista podcast.

C. A good source for any coupon you just might need: www.fatwallet.com
(There's even a coupon for a domain name from GoDaddy.com)

D. Isaac Asimov has works published in 9 of the 10 major categories of the Dewey-decimal system: the exception being in the 100's philosophy and psychology.

•It's amazing what you can learn on Wikipedia.

E. The original eight flavors of Jelly Belly beans introduced in 1976 were Very Cherry, Root Beer, Cream Soda, Tangerine, Green Apple, Lemon, Licorice and Grape. *Jelly Belly