Leslie

The Rules of Re-gifting

I'll admit it. I've re-gifted a gift. I've only done it maybe twice in my life, but if you have to re-gift, here's a guideline to re-gifting from Ramey Solutions. 1. Don’t be cheap We all know what it’s like to feel like an afterthought. That’s why rule number one is all about your motivation. It’s totally fine to re-gift—especially if you’re trying to hustle after those huge financial goals you…


Where to get a FREE Thanksgiving Dinner in the Ozarks

Here is a list of places in our community that are offering a free Thanksgiving dinner. Please share this info! All are open to the public, and no reservations are necessary. November 22 Passion Assembly of God Church – 806 N Forest Ave – 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. November 23 The Salvation Army – 1707 West Chestnut Expressway – 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial – 2:00…


Why cook when you can go out for Thanksgiving dinner?

If you don't feel like cooking this year or maybe you (and not Marie Callender) ruined Thanksgiving dinner, then you can go out & dine at a restaurant. Here's a list of restaurants in Springfield that will be open on Thanksgiving day. Cracker Barrel (2858 N. Glenstone Ave): 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Denny’s (4760 S. Campbell Ave): 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. Domino’s (all locations): 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Flat…


Hard Pass: "Holiday Sides Chocolate"

Maybe this isn't really a "hard pass", but at first it does sound pretty gnarly, but I do love sweet & savory stuff. Luxury chocolatier Phillip Ashley Chocolates is helping Campbell’s celebrate America’s love of sides with a sweet limited-edition launch inspired by classic Campbell’s side dishes. The Holiday Sides Collection is a six-piece, ‘soup infused,’ savory chocolate set inspired by…


Leslie's Playlist: Halloween

I realize that it's been a very long time since I shared a playlist with you, I'm so sorry! Things have been very busy over here at Casa de Q. But since Halloween is right around the corner, you know I HAVE to share my favorite spooky songs with you. So without further ado, here we go. No Halloween playlist is complete without this song from Dark Divine! It's the quintessential Halloween song.…


Record Store Day 2023

Vinyl lovers rejoice! Record Store Day 2023 is upon us! Mark your calendar for November 24th! There's a nice mix of metal & 90's artists to choose from. Check out this years list of releases that will be available!   SpecialReleases | RECORD STORE DAYRecord Store Day was conceived in 2007 at a gathering of independent record store owners and employees as a way to celebrate and spread the…


Top 10 Mullet Styles of 2023

I don' t know about you, but I'm not a fan of mullets. If you have a mullet, fine, I guess, but for me, it's a 100% effective form of birth control. HOWEVER, there seems to be several styles of mullets, so lets take a look at them.   Top 10 Mullet Styles of 2023 From rock icons like David Bowie and Joan Jett to modern trendsetters like Miley Cyrus, the mullet has consistently signaled a…


Where to get some coffee deals on National Coffee Day

Ah, coffee! As a commercial once sang to us, "the best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup". Can I get an Amen here?! Friday September 29th is National Coffee Day and there are some places around town that are giving their loyal customers deals & discounts on their coffee. Here's a list on what national chains are participating*. Dunkin' Participating Dunkin’ locations across the U.S.…


Where to find Fall Festivals in the Ozarks

If you're looking for something to do with the family, then check this out. The Fall Festivals are coming up and here's a pretty big list of places to go and things to do.   Sunflower Patches: Country Roads, Stotts City, Mo., Sunflower Festival September 2-17: CLICK HERE: https://countryroads.farm/missouri-sunflower-festival/ Willard Sunflower Days, September 7-September 21: CLICK HERE:…


Details for the 2023 Tax-Free Weekend

If you've got kids, or maybe you're getting ready to go back to college, this weekend is the tax free weekend! Here’s what qualifies: Clothes that have a taxable value of $100 or less. School supplies – not exceeding $50 per purchase. Computer software with a taxable value of $350 or less. Personal computers at $1,500 or less. Other computer devices like a mouse, keyboard, external disk drive…