12 Reasons to Avoid Black Friday & Enter My Giveaway Instead.

How many of us are regretting not stretching before running towards the items we wanted today after gorging ourselves yesterday? Or are sore from sleeping on the ground outside our favorite establishments for those door buster deals? Yeah me neither.

I worked in retail and I hate Black Friday. Stupid consumerist holiday, literally. I promised myself after Borders closed (which always had the easiest Black Friday in retail) that I wouldn't work another Black Friday. Well, I lied. Last year I worked at Best Buy. Even when I didn't have to work Black Friday I never participated. I come from a family where we have no money for x-mas presents ever. We celebrate with family and I almost always have my presents done by October because I don't want to deal with holiday retail. If I could avoid going to the store during Nov-Dec I would.

Anyways onto the real reason you are here. Back in the beginning of the month I began compiling some things for a giveaway. A massive giveaway full of all sorts of goodies with the intent of giving them away for X-Mas, you know, as it is better to give than to receive. I began to think, what could I give people for the holidays? I'll give you all of my favorite things!


Here's what you get:
  1. 3 Sample Packets of Murad's Anti-Aging Moisterizer with SPF 20 for Acne Prone Skin
  2. 1 Package Accent False Eyelashes
  3. 1 NYC Nail Polish in Lincoln Center
  4. 1 Sephora Brand Liquid Eyeliner in Black
  5. 1 Maybelline's Mega Plush Gel Mascara in Very Black
  6. 1 Elf Eye Pack with 2 Eyeshadow and Eye Primer
  7. 2 Handi-Bacs from Bath & Body Works (Fresh Strawberry and Market Fresh Apple)
  8. 1 Ed Hardy's Love & Luck Bath & Shower Gel
  9. 1 Yes to Cucumbers Make Up Remover Towelettes for Sensitive Skin
  10. 1 White Rain Rose Soap from my homemade soap collection Spellbound Soaps
  11. 1 Eucalyptus Peppermint Bar of Soap from my homemade soap collection Spellbound Soaps
  12. 1 Month Large Ad Space on My Blog
That's a lot of stuff. I hope you're excited! Due to postal regulations this contest is only open to U.S (Alaska, Hawaii & Puerto Rico ARE included) & Canada residents. Entering is simple enough. Complete the tasks below and I will pick one winner to receive all of this loot!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

What non-material thing would you like for the holidays?
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54 comments :

  1. awshum:]November 23, 2012 1:43 AM

    my mom thought you were me when i was watching your video :]

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  2. Rebekah AnneNovember 23, 2012 10:33 AM

    I would love some time with my friends who are away at college this Christmas season!

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  3. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 7:42 PM

    Non material itemi would want for Christmas is to have the day off to spebd with my family

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  4. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 7:44 PM

    I would want to have the day off on xmas to spend with the family

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  5. amy63096peaceNovember 23, 2012 9:27 PM

    Time with my boyfriend :)

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  6. 2jetsmomNovember 25, 2012 4:16 AM

    I wish my brother could still be with us. He died at Christmas six years ago.

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  7. sunriseinfallNovember 25, 2012 4:41 AM

    For a non-material gift for me, for Christmas would have to be for my family to genuinely be joyful and for there to be no arguments at all Christmas day. Thank you for asking about my Christmas wishes. :)

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  8. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 5:01 AM

    for all my children to get along

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  9. Lisa SchweizerNovember 25, 2012 8:26 AM

    To have one more Christmas with my brother, he passed away last New Years Eve

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  10. HollyNovember 25, 2012 10:54 AM

    I would love to have time to hang out with my friends! I work full-time and go to school full-time so I don't see them as often as I would like!

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  11. thecarrinatorNovember 25, 2012 11:14 AM

    Willpower to EASILY turn down all those delicious treats that DO NOT coincide with my diet.

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  12. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 11:49 AM

    Stopping by from the SITS sharefest! This is a great giveaway!

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  13. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 11:49 AM

    Time with my fiance :)

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  14. Dot MarieNovember 25, 2012 12:16 PM

    Time with my daughter!

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  15. Kit-KatNovember 25, 2012 1:35 PM

    I'd love for my husband to have off from work, he's working so much I hardly ever get to see him.

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  16. JenniferNovember 25, 2012 1:59 PM

    Time off from work and home with my kids/dog/spouse.

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  17. SGNovember 25, 2012 2:14 PM

    I wish my father was still alive...

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  18. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 2:35 PM

    I'd love to spend some time with my family members that are up in Michigan

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  19. mediawormNovember 25, 2012 6:38 PM

    I would love to actually be with my fiance over in Algeria so we could get married and I would love for my kids to be there with us even if it would be via Skype but I would love to be able to actually marry my love. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway. Happy Holidays to you and your family and to all of your readers!

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  20. KaciOhioNovember 25, 2012 6:56 PM

    Relief from having migraines!! I'd love that for Christmas above everything else!! That and my children to just smile and enjoy the holiday season.
    Kaci Guisinger Harrison

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  21. AnonymousNovember 25, 2012 7:40 PM

    Time with my three grown children.

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  22. Karla SNovember 25, 2012 7:57 PM

    I would like to spend Christmas with my whole family.

    (Karla Sceviour on rafflecopter)

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  23. SallyNovember 25, 2012 8:08 PM

    The love from my family.

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  24. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 8:11 PM

    For my brother to get better. He is pretty sick!!!

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  25. UnknownNovember 25, 2012 8:31 PM

    I hope macarons count as non-material. lol.

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  26. Jamie Leigh MartinNovember 26, 2012 3:35 AM

    To be with my family.. <3

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  27. DoxNovember 26, 2012 12:22 PM

    Time with my husband, a lot of time.

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  28. mrshill0611November 26, 2012 4:05 PM

    Make peace with my stepdaughter

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  29. Huguette EnNovember 27, 2012 1:11 AM

    Quality time with the family

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  30. Niclan80November 27, 2012 6:28 AM

    The non-material item I want is a happy family for the holidays.

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  31. AprilNovember 27, 2012 1:15 PM

    I'm visiting from SITS! What a great giveaway! I just want time with my family...whom I love so very much!

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  32. AshNovember 27, 2012 2:27 PM

    I volunteer at a local humane society and I'd like for lots of the dogs and cats to get new forever-homes for Christmas.

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  33. HilaryNovember 27, 2012 5:09 PM

    For my foster kitty to get adopted!
    x Hilary
    hilary . l . adams @ gmail . com

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  34. Marie-EveNovember 27, 2012 5:09 PM

    For the holidays i want to be able to spend quality time with my kids

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  35. StephanieNovember 27, 2012 5:10 PM

    I agree with Ash, I'd do anything to get all shelter animals a home for Christmas.

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  36. UnknownNovember 27, 2012 5:53 PM

    A happy Christmas day with all my family... and the doggies:)
    Emma x

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  37. Desirae November 27, 2012 6:30 PM

    Merry Christmas. I am asking Santa for all around health for my little boy this year. I think that is non-materialistic? LOL.

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  38. Sarah November 27, 2012 7:13 PM

    NON material item I want: a full time teaching job!

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  39. wendipooh13November 27, 2012 9:03 PM

    time together as a family, just to hang out in our pjs, watch movies and have no where to be for a few days

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  40. AllyNovember 27, 2012 11:10 PM

    I would like for my grandfather's health to improve.

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  41. JessiNovember 27, 2012 11:12 PM

    A happy day of relaxation and laughter with my dearest hubby:)
    -Jessi
    haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.com

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  42. Be-Quoted.comNovember 28, 2012 12:05 AM

    This is one heck of a giveaway...and, I don't have to stand in the freezing cold or flight Black Friday consumer nights to win! Alright! Visiting from SITS and entering the contest. I feel lucky (I really don't but I'll claim to just to boost my chances. If you so believe it you will receive it.)

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  43. Be-Quoted.comNovember 28, 2012 12:08 AM

    Oh, didn't see the question the first time. I'd like more quality time with my hubby, and since I've been fairly nice this year, I'd also ask for a growing career in community health.

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  44. HelgaNovember 28, 2012 12:26 AM

    to spend the holidays with friends

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  45. hhkaufman78November 28, 2012 9:19 AM

    We are USAF stationed in Germany for the last 4 years. I would love to spend the holidays with our family back home.

    eg kaufman

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  46. UnknownNovember 28, 2012 12:26 PM

    I would really love a night in with my love just cuddling and enjoying our Christmas tree together.

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  47. AnonymousNovember 29, 2012 4:58 AM

    I would like to share snow with my boyfriend who has never seen it before.

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  48. Jacinda CoteNovember 29, 2012 11:13 AM

    I'd love a day with just me and my hubby! :)The whole day all together!

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  49. Jacinda CoteNovember 29, 2012 11:14 AM

    I would Love a whole day with Just me and my Hubby!!

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  50. StephanieNovember 29, 2012 11:56 AM

    I want a day with my family sitting around, playing board games, drinking margaritas and eating mini quiche. Oddly specific, I know.

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  51. VenassaNovember 29, 2012 12:13 PM

    I spent money on Black Friday, but only on clothing and winter accessories that my baby girl needed anyway.
    If I could get one non-material thing for Christmas it would be more patience. I'm failing in that department lately, and I feel like a horrible mother because of it.

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  52. Jonnie (JB)November 29, 2012 10:13 PM

    A few days of uninterrupted family time

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  53. lmurley2000December 01, 2012 8:47 PM

    i need some new clothes

    lmurley2000@yahoo.com

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  54. Stacey GibbonDecember 02, 2012 12:05 AM

    I would love for my husband to get PCS orders out of Wyoming :)

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