Enveloped in darkness, the world laid still and expectant – holding its breath for a miracle. Wished into existence, something luminescent formed on the south side of a mountain in a crevice filled with debris.

Many tried to extract the Macy’s coupon, but fell prey to blindness due to its piercing rays. It was centuries before a sage scientist succeeded. After several years of experimentation in a European lab, she issued a public notice indicating how the everyday civilian could harness its power until April 17 to get:

• Free Shipping
• 20-50% off + Values

During what was later coined the Luxury Bed & Bath Event, hundreds of people from all walks of life came together and shopped as one. They bought Charter Club Damask Stripe 400 Thread-Count Sheet Sets, Lacoste Crocodi’l Bath Towels, and other household treasures.

Great joy filled the earth and its people. Forever, Macy’s was remembered with great reverence. And at the name of Dr. A. Tomica, every knee would bend.

The Macy’s coupon eventually faded into the horizon. But the impact it made upon the earth was so great that it has been said that its light can still be seen, which is why you should protect your eyes with sunglasses to this very day.

If your cat gets more daily exercise than you do, that’s the last straw. It’s time to stretch your muscles, enjoy the fresh air, and do your body some good. Vow to tone up while celebrating a healthy lifestyle starting today onward.

But before you get ready to leave your seat and hit the b-ball courts, wait up. You’ll want to hear about Modell’s limited-time coupon. You have until April 16 to get 20% off any single item! Okay, now go…and shop, shop, shop!

Which item will it be? It’s up to you. Here are my suggestions:

• Men’s Adidas ClimaCool Attune CC Cushion Running Shoe - Pounding the pavement shouldn’t leave your feet pounding
• Wave Street Surfboard - Carve downhill with a board that combines the feel of surfing, skateboarding & snowboarding
• Spalding NBA Tempered Glass 54″ Screw Jack Portable Basketball System - Shoot hoops anywhere & on the fly

For all your sports clothing, footwear, equipment, and accessories, shop at Modell’s today.

(When this 3-day offer expires, check out the other awesome coupons from Modell’s!)

Being single has many benefits (independence is one), but sometimes you can’t help but crave a companion. Maybe you’ve tried everything under the sun, only to have met the wrong people. Or perhaps you weren’t ready to date before, and you’re roaring to go now.

Give Lava Life a shot. You’ll be amazed by who’s waiting to meet you. Signing up is free, and for a limited time only, use the free coupon to get 15% off your membership!

Imagine finding someone who enjoys cooking meals and savors them by candlelight with you. Not your cup of tea or latte? Then picture meeting someone who shares your zombie-apocalypse obsession and your support of Obama.

Start meeting other singles who are as lively, fun, and witty as you. Browse thousands of members’ profiles at Lava Life, and connect with everyone from the handsome, tall, and academic to the pretty, petite, and athletic.

New and exciting friends and lovers are at Lava Life’s door. It’s up to you to answer.

Small talk. Big talk. One thing is for certain: we have lots to say no matter where we are! Phone conversations are the next best thing to actually being face-to-face with a person. And sometimes they’re the only viable solution.

Conference calls to executives oversea? Checking up on family members while out of the country on vacation? Clon Communications makes it happen with competitive pricing on calling cards. In fact, use the free coupon by May 11 for 15% off calling cards!

And talk about good timing! This offer’s just in time for Mother’s Day. Tell her all about your promotion and pay raise at work, plus the new dog, Denver, that you rescued from the animal shelter over the weekend.

Bringing you closer to the people you care about, Clon Communications is there to make sure you’re heard – loud, clear, and right now.

You don’t have to go far outside of Chicago to find the comforting suburban climes that make you forget all about the hectic city. Take a short drive down to Tinley Park, where it’s all good, all the time.

Count on exclusive FabulousSavings coupons to make it even better. Book at your choice of Tinley Park hotels through Orbitz and you save up to $75:

• Comfort Suites – Spacious suites with separate living rooms
• Holiday Inn Select Convention Center – Ideal for local conferences & other gatherings
• La Quinta Inn – Comfy rooms at a low rate
• Wingate by Wyndham – Great location

Like any good suburb, Tinley Park delivers fun activities and destinations for the whole family. So get out and enjoy:

• White Water Canyon – Kids’ interactive play area, diving well, waterslides, lazy river & more
• Odyssey Golf Course – Newest public course, designed by pro Curtis Strange
• Grand Victoria Casino – Vegas-style casino games

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Movies in the Plaza (June 21)

If you’re traveling with your family this summer, then head downtown to enjoy an outdoor family flick on the town’s giant blimp screen.

But what’s a movie without popcorn? Stock up on some of the best in the country from Dale and Thomas Popcorn. Take 15% off orders of $85 or more!

Music has the power to transport us. We could be taking public transit and be sandwiched in between a crowd of people, but our music takes our mind off it all, lifting our mood and putting a spring in our step.

And here’s a MusicSpace deal that’ll really get you moving. Redeem the free coupons by April 30 for:

• $5 off Orders of $30 or More
• $10 off Orders of $60 or More

MusicSpace covers a wide variety of genres including:

• 1980s
• Classics
• Kids
• Country
• R&B

Peruse the selection at MusicSpace, and round out your collection with favorite tunes, artists, and bands from today and days (or centuries) gone by.

National Pecan Day – Look familiar? Yeah, March 25th was Pecan Day (not National Pecan Day). Man, keeping up with these silly holidays is getting tough! Anyway, I covered pecan brittle, nut crates and chocolate pecan tarts in that post, so this time ’round, I’ll hook you up with Sweet Georgia Pecan popcorn from Dale and Thomas Popcorn! One of the store’s resident popcorn creators said he was “shooting for the taste of butter pecan ice cream” when he created this popcorn. You’re sure to love this caramel popcorn blended with pecan halves from Georgia. Enjoy 15% off orders of $85 or more.

Pssssst! To get coupons for pecan desserts at Mrs Fields, Mrs Beasleys & Davids Cookies, check out the March 25th Silly Holidays post.

Other April 14 Holidays -

• Meme Appreciation Day
• Children with Alopecia Day

April 14th - Another fabulous Monday.  Splash your face with cold water to wake up; grab a hot cup ‘a joe and smile. Even if you don’t feel like smiling, fake a huge grin…hold it there…walk to a mirror and look at yourself. You’ll laugh your head off, trust me! Now that we’re all cheered up and out of our Monday blues, let’s hear about some cool people.

1935 – Babe Ruth Plays First National League Game – Most people believe he was the most talented baseball player to ever grace the diamond. I believe his mindset combined with his talent is what took him so far. With inspirational phrases like “Every strike brings me closer to the next home run”, he simply believed he could be the best. Eventually, he became exactly what he envisioned, Babe Ruth. Get inspired by this legend with novelties like a Babe Ruth leather ball from the Baseball Savings for 20% – 60% off.

Famous Birthdays:

Brad Garrett, 48 - This tall actor with a very deep voice was Robert Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond. He now plays Eddie Stark on the sitcom ‘Til Death. There are many guys out there that are as tall as Garrett, but not all of them seem to know about big & tall stores. Avoid looking like you’re trying to fit into your prom outfit from 15 years ago by shopping at Rochester Big and Tall for 20% off when you spend $75 or more.

Sarah Michelle Gellar, 31 - She kicked some serious vampire behind on Buffy the Vampire Slayer.  If you’re looking for a sexy vampire costume or terrifyingly realistic makeup, head over to BuyCostumes for 10% off when you spend $50 or more.