9 a.m. Monday or Tuesday

For the best Goodwill deals (or whenever your local thrift store opens). People tend to drop off donations over the weekend after cleanouts or garage sales. That means you’ll find a better selection on mornings early in the week. Should I start featuring a thrifting segment? I’d call it secondhand news.

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Dirty diaper returned to Amazon

Whenever I get something from Amazon, I always inspect it THOROUGHLY.

Reading is FUN-damental

Here are some of my favorites you’ll use time and time again.

  • A clip-on portable book light is great for traveling or finishing that last chapter without disturbing your spouse! Adjust the brightness or choose a warm amber light for better sleep. It’s on sale for $14.
  • It’s a real page turner (literally) for your newer Kindle or iPad, and it’s 71% off now.
  • Get a tablet floor stand for hands-free, comfortable reading. This one is sturdy, 33% off and works with lots of tablets.
  • This durable canvas book sleeve protects pages from sand or rain for around $13.
  • Bookmarks are great until they’re sliding out of place. These magnetic bookmarks are desert sunset chic and stay put for $8.

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Don’t trust Amazon reviews: More proof is out that Amazon sellers are trading cash and free products for five-star ratings. Some even pay for negative reviews on competitors’ pages. Tips to spot the fakes? Language and timing. Look for multiple reviews using similar phrasing with no details.

Why astronauts are drinking pee

Inspired by the movie Dune, NASA gives you…recycled drinking water.

No more messy cabinets

  • Under-sink pipes? Not a problem. This under-sink cabinet organizer works around the pipes, and it’s 20% off. 
  • If you’re a tea drinker like I am, grab a tea organizer station so you can toss the bulky boxes. The white one is on sale for $5 and holds nine types of teas and sweeteners.
  • Organize cutting boards, cookie sheets and other items that’d otherwise lay flat with this rack, now 20% off.
  • Free up space with spray bottle hangers, on sale for under 10 bucks.
  • Clear plastic storage bins (20% off for a pack of four) can help you organize the clutter in your cabinets.

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Get smart

Given how often smartwatches save lives, you need one. They can spot health issues and contact emergency services if there’s a fall or accident. Bonus: They’re all on sale right now.

🤣 Having a smartwatch is great. On the one hand, you have something you can use to answer calls; on the other hand, you don’t.

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✨ Sparkling clean ✨

Just how I like my house before the weekend!

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Home updates anyone can do

Calling all renters and DIYers! You just found your next weekend project.

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Don’t be a pill

Avoid double dosing or forgetting medications with these handy organizers and tools.

  • Keep all your pills in one place. This super-duper organizer has six sections, including one extra-large compartment, to streamline your meds or supplements. Grab it on sale for $12.
  • Organize your pills by the time and day for a full week. This one gets points for portability — bring the colorful day’s capsule with you. It’s on sale for $9.49.
  • Fill this organizer once a month and you’re done, a.m. and p.m. 
  • Easily see if you (or a loved one) have taken today’s medications by setting out this simple visual tracker. It’s an affordable $14 solution.
  • Great for over-the-counter meds while traveling, too, this organizer comes with label stickers, and it’s only $6.99.

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Rise and shine

Wake up with a smile on your face!

  • The new Amazon Echo Spot (44% off) is sweet if you’re looking for an alarm clock-slash-smart speaker with tidbits of useful info to start your day.
  • Gradually wake up with a sunrise clock and sound machine, on sale now for $30. It’s not connected to the internet, so it’s significantly cheaper and more privacy-oriented than “smart” alternatives.
  • This 10% off alarm clock projects the time and temp in an eye-friendly red light. It has the forecast, too.
  • An alarm clock that doubles as home decor with a 6-inch mirror surface; get it on sale for $13.
  • OK, so you just want an old-fashioned alarm clock. This back-to-the-basics battery-powered option is 10% off.

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