Hey Kellogg, leggo my Eggo!

For the past month, my boyfriend and I have scoured the frozen food aisle at H-E-B for Kellogg's whole wheat blueberry waffles.

Each trip, we cross our fingers that our favorite Eggos will magically appear. Instead, we gaze into a lonely freezer section, scratching our heads as we decide which non-brand waffle to take a chance on.

Wednesday, Kellogg reported there is a nationwide shortage of Eggo frozen waffles. A shortage that might not be made right until the SUMMER!

Interruptions in production at two of the four Eggo plants are to blame, according to the Associated Press.

"The company's Atlanta plant was shut down for an undisclosed period by a September storm that dumped historic amounts of rain in the area. Meanwhile, several production lines at its largest bakery in Rossville, Tenn. are closed indefinitely for repairs, company spokeswoman Kris Charles said in an e-mail," the AP reported.

A loyal Eggo fan, I am not sure what to do about this dilemma. Any substitute recommendations for the best whole wheat waffles?

Gap offers 25 percent off online purchases

Are you a Gap shopper?

Right now, you can save 25 percent off your total purchase at Gap.com with the coupon code GIFT123 at the checkout.

Happy Shopping!

Buy holiday gift cards, score $10 for yourself

Having a hard time deciding what to get your husband's aunt in Idaho? Don't send fruitcake this Christmas, instead send gift cards!

Barnes & Noble is offering a $10 online gift certificate for every $100 worth of gift cards you buy. Themes include snowflakes, Santa and Hannukah.

Looking for something to do tonight?

Goodfella's, the new Beaumont restaurant located behind Mathews Jewelers on Dowlen Road in Tuscany Park (old Poblano Grill location), posted this on their Facebook page tonight: "hope your hungry 'cause the kitchens open at goodfella's tonight!"

If you are in the mood for drinks, check out WineStyles, 4008 Dowlen Road. Owners are offering a wine tasting tonight till 8 p.m. Bottoms up!

Madison's on Dowlen Road is also happening tonight with El Floppy Tacos on the patio stage.

On Thursday night, Madison's will offer "a prime rib dinner, $3 cosmos and 'tinis, $4 bombs and no cover for 21 and up...plus your chance to win backstage passes, a limo, dinners at Madisons and Goodfellas, an acoustic set with Kelly Clarkson and more....but you have to be there to win!" according to thier Facebook page.

Shop like a VIP on Black Friday

Want a Black Friday limo ride and early, VIP access to the best sales?

Best Buy is asking Black Friday shopping pros to share what they're most looking forward to this year.

Winners will receive a $1,000 gift card and VIP treatment. Enter the contest here.

Target rewarding green shoppers

Target announced Monday they will give customers 5 cents back on purchases for every reusable bag used instead of paper or plastic.

Might not sound like much, but why not get paid for loving the earth?

Happy shopping.

Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

Do something to make a child's Christmas brighter this year.

Macy's announced today they will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for every letter to Santa brought in to the store's "Believe Station" - up to $1 million.

(On a side note, Macy's will sponsor the new holiday movie, "Yes, Virginia," at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11 on CBS. The animated special will retell the classic "Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.")

Eatin' fresh earlier in the day

I am almost ashamed to admit how excited I was to learn Subway will soon offer breakfast items.

A creature of habit, I eat lunch at the downtown Subway 2-3 times a week. (Always ordering the same thing: 6-inch turkey and ham on wheat).

Now, I can add breakfast to the mix. The chain is expected to offer breakfast sandwiches with various meats, cheese and egg combinations, as well as cinnamon rolls, juice and Seattle's Best coffee. No breakfast start date has been announced, but I suspect Subway will roll out the news with a somewhat irritating commercial for a footlong scramble.

Stollers recalled for amputation risks

Like new parents need another thing to worry about!

The Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced a recall on Maclaren umbrella-style strollers. According to the CPSC, the stroller "poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller."

So far, a handful of infants have lost fingers to Maclaren strollers.

The recall applies to every umbrella stroller Maclaren has distributed since 1999, according to National Public Radio. The specific models are: Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller.

"The company isn't replacing or refunding money spent on the affected models. Instead, Maclaren asks consumer to stop using them 'immediately' and call for a free 'repair kit' to cover the hinge," NPR is reporting.

Yeah, nothing makes you feel secure like repairing a near death-trap with a tiny Allen Wrench and some parts issued by a company that has already sold you faulty equipment.

Yipes! It's getting more expensive to terminate your cell service

I recently broke up with one cellphone provider for another.

My guy was a lying bully who liked to abuse me with random charges and hidden fees. Turns out my new cellphone boyfriend might be just as bad.

According to one tech blogger, Verizon is going to double their early termination fee to $350 on Nov. 15. In short, if you end a real relationship with a spouse or boyfriend/girlfriend, you better be ready to pay some money to get them off your account.

Wal-Mart one-day sale begins Saturday

Saturday, I will be in the merry ol' land of mead and jousting (the Texas Renaissance Festival).

But you can make your own merriment with Walmart's one-day sale. Featured items include a HP 250 GB laptop for $300, a Sony Blu-Ray disc player for $148 and 42-inch Sharp HDTV for $498.

Deals are for in-store shoppers only. Sale starts at 8 a.m.

Happy shopping!

Chrysler bidding adieu to Dakota, Viper and others

Oh Dodge Dakota, we hardly knew ye.

Chrysler (Fiat) is announcing the termination of certain brands and the addition of others.

Next year, be prepared to say good-bye to the Dodge Viper, Caliber and Dakota. In their place, look for a new Charger body style, a commercial van and some kind of new mid-size truck to be named at a later date.

On the larger financial scene, Dodge is planning to introduce a Ram brand, perhaps capitalizing on one of their most popular sales.

Jeep is also saying so long to some models: Jeep Compass, Commander and Patriot. New body styles are expected in coming years for the Cherokee, Liberty and some kind of crossover. The Jeep Wrangler is also expected to be released in 20TEN with diesel engines.

And finally, PT Cruiser fans, it's time to let go of the Monopoly car. Chrysler is pulling the model at the end of next year. But there is a silver lining, Fiat is planning a replacement that will be similar to the Cruiser.

Also look for a new Chrysler 300, Town & Country, Grand Caravan and a new mid-size car in the coming years.

More Black Friday sales released early

Sears has joined the retailer pack releasing Black Friday sales ads early.

Deals include digital picture frames as low as $30 and 32-inch Sony HDTVs from $380. Check out these Sears bargains and more here.

Want a 6.5 foot Christmas tree for less than $40? Click here.

Find Black Friday deals at Gander Mountain, Lowe's, Office Max and Toys R Us here.

Know of any other Black Friday Sales? Let me know!

Win a free trip home for the holidays

Folgers wants to send you home for holidays.

Five grand-prize winners will receive a seven day/ six-night round trip to their hometown (in the continental United States), lodging, a rental car, $1,000 in spending money, a digital camera and a Folgers Gift Basket this December.

All you have to do to enter the contest is tell Folgers (in 200 words or less) your story on "What is the best part of wakin' up at home during the holidays."

You can enter now through Saturday. Winners will be notified sometime after Nov. 11.

Starbucks offering sweet holiday treats

I've got some news to warm your heart (perhaps, more like your gut if you are a stickler for details).

Starbucks will begin offering holiday drinks in their signature "Red Cup" Tuesday. Flavors include Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint Mocha and Eggnog Latte.

I am generally a scrooge about early Christmas marketing campaigns, but this one is too tasty to hate.

Know any queens?

The Nederland Heritage Festival is short a few beauty queens.

I caught this post today on the NHF's Facebook:

"We are desperately looking for Contestants for the Miss Nederland (11th & 12th Grade) Scholarship pageant. We only have 3. There is $3750.00 in scholarship money to be won. At the present we have NO contestants for the Jr. Miss pageant (9th & 10th Grade). Contestants must reside in the Nederland ISD. DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 13TH. Please let all your Nederland friends know!!!!"

Halloween is over, but there is still time to share your fright

BeaumontEnterprise.com user swampkitty shared this photo of her Halloween monkey. Did you send us your 2009 costume shots?

Upload your Halloween photos here.

Who knows? They might end up in print.

Web site gives sneak peak into Black Friday sales

The beginning of holiday sales started yesterday with the Toys R Us Big Toy Book's Christmas sales section.

All of my married with children friends are already gearing up for Christmas. But, before you go and drop a wad of cash on ZhuZhu Pets, the oddly realistic faux hamsters, check out the Black Friday sales already released here.