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First Sign of Christmas 2016 – July 29
Posted by: | July 29, 2016
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For the last several years the first sign of Christmas at Costco was these Christmas ribbons. I always see them in late July. Today, July 29th, at my Costco shopping, I expected to see those Christmas ribbons, and there they were.

We still have long Summer months ahead. But seeing these ribbons changes my internal energy. Things will be different now that Costco has officially hinted at Christmas 2016.

We will have a good time this Winter. And, soon, 2016 will be history. So, now is time to show love to my friends and family before I look back with regret.

LED Tubes at Costco – Died after 11 months
Posted by: | July 12, 2016
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One of my LED light tubes died after 11 months. It’s supposed to last 45 years. It didn’t even make 1 year. I guess it happens.

I took it back the next day (Costco handled it no problem) – and I bought the same pair as a replacement. I hope they last 45 years as they promise. This was a little hassle (a waste of my time), but I was glad I bought them from Costco. Imagine if I bought them from elsewhere, or an online store, etc.. then I’ll have to package them and ship them back??? I avoided a major hassle because I shopped at Costco.

Buying a defective item is something you cannot avoid. It’s nobody’s fault.

Below is my blog from 11 months ago – about the light tube.

Below: “11-04” written by the prior homeowner. 
This irritates me. Did he mean November 2004? or April 2011 ?

Important Reminder – Your AmEx card will stop working tomorrow
Posted by: | June 19, 2016
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Starting tomorrow, your AmEx/Costoco card will stop working PERIOD. Don’t get confused and think you can still use your AmEx/Costco card at other places outside of Costco. 

Your card will stop working completely. According to the AmEx website, you can’t even access your web account starting tomorrow (June 20, 2016).

Keep using AmEx until 19th – Start Using Citi at 20th
Posted by: | June 9, 2016
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Keep using your American Express Costco card through June 19th (Sunday)
Start using your new Citi card on Monday, June 20th. 

Your Costco rewards will be carried over to your Citi card automatically

If you received your new Citi card, activate/check-in your card. You can do so by calling or getting online. It took me about 5 minutes (or less) to check-in online.

I don’t know about you, but I have absolutely no reason to use an American Express card anymore. I’ve always thought American Express was hoity-toity. Costco was the only reason I opened the account.

Takeya Thermoflask Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle 40 oz (Twin Pack)
Posted by: | April 9, 2016
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You pay less at Costco for 2 bottles, compared to a single bottle from Amazon.

If you are lucky enough to find these Takeya Thermoflasks at your local Costco, just so you know, this is a really good price. This twin pack was $34.99. Usually, a single canister goes for $35. These high-quality canisters keep cold drinks cold for 24 hours, and hot drinks hot for 12. I haven’t used it yet, but I believe this is a good buy.

This is why I shop at Costco frequently. I never know what I’m going to find. 

Amazon is selling the identical bottle for $32.18 (plus shipping). 
So, you pay less at Costco for 2 bottles, compared to a single bottle from Amazon.

Keep Using Your American Express TrueEarnings Card
Posted by: | April 5, 2016
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If you are an American Express TrueEarnings member, a replacement card (Citi Visa) will be delivered to you by June 20, 2016. We can start using the card on June 20, 2016.

There is nothing we need to do. All process will be taken care of for us.

Most of all, keep using your current American Express TrueEarnings card. The reward dollars will be transferred to your new card automatically.

Thanksgiving 2015 – Turkey
Posted by: | December 11, 2015
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Sorry about my late upload. 

My turkey came out very good.

Turkey was from Costco. And everything else you see on the plate was from Costco as well. Half of the bird is vacuumed and frozen.