Swagbucks? The Library? What are you talking about?

I get asked all the time, "Huu, why are you always at the library?" I always have to say it's complicated because it's a long story. Well, I have time now. I was basically earning "money" for my Christmas presents this year. No seriously. I was using a "Search and Earn" site called Swagbucks. What is Swagbucks? Well....simply put, it's a search engine, like Google, except every once in a while they give you rewards or "swag bucks" for a search. So if I used Swagbucks instead of Google to search I have a chance to win. (Among other features on the website.) In turn, I can use those swag bucks winnings for prizes. In my instance, I was buying tons of Amazon Gift Cards. I was able to accumulate a pretty good amount in a year's worth. To prove it, I documented all the gifts I got. At the bottom is the total I "spent." You might be surprised.

But the question was.... Why was I at the library all the time. Not to get all technical, but let's just say I could win more by being at the library then being at my home computer. Now you see why I couldn't explain to everyone simply what I was doing all the time.

I had a lot of Packages from Amazon this year

Gots to protect my iPhone

One copy for my brother. One copy for me. 

This was my dad's gift..... he opened before Christmas and decided he didn't want it.

Now we can ALL play Madden together.

One of my friends needed a PS3. So my friend and I got on for him

Reusable Hand Warmer, for my older sis.

Virgin Mobile MiFi. For when I need 3G internet on the go

Mini Simpsons Lunch Box. Matthew L had to love this.

A Camera cover. So now you can take pics in adverse weather conditions.

Rhett really wanted this... So I got it. I'll borrow it when he's done

A scarf for my sis.... which turned into a scarf for my nephew. At least the gift will get good use.

Phineas and Ferb blanket! I wanted to keep it for myself. However, I think the Jarman's and the little one would like it more than me.

But... I did keep the Jazz Plush throw blanket for myself.

A Jazz tie for the Jazz fans who work in the office.

My mom's laptop speakers suck. So this was "just what she needed."

When the Jazz are good. Alex will hang this proudly

I am Batman

Well.... I had to get both of them

Needed it to complete the Trilogy

One of Vu's favorite movies

One of my best friend's is a Gator now...so A gator shirt and a beach towel!

A Hair Straightener... I wonder if it's a good one

Really cool US Open Towel for my brother

Now Matt will have the FRESHEST cereal

Portable Iphone Charger

A huge coffee cup from Central Perk

My bro in law needed some sneakers. BAM!

My good friend just had a baby. BABY SHOWER! (Too bad he has to grow up as a Bills fan)

Earmuffs for my Madre. 

Not just for Christmas....got my Halloween costume too

Just a quick glimpse of what the "SwagBucks" look like.

I had a Merry Christmas. I was able to use $1,103.86 on Amazon.com with me spending very little out of pocket. Yup. I spent over a thousand bucks!

Maybe you're interested in joining. If you use the computer a lot during the day, I definitely recommend it. I'm Hardcore, I don't expect everyone to get 1,000 bucks a year, but who knows? Doesn't hurt to try. Use this link to sign up. (Edit Note)

If you have any questions, feel free to hit me up. I know a lot of tricks of the trade to help you to rack up the points. I actually love talking about getting deals. It's my own personal crack you know.... metaphorically. (Edit Note)

PS. I would like to thank my good friend Melissa Bolton for making my blog look TONS better. Check her blog out: http://maeboltonphoto.blogspot.com/

Editor's Note: Had a slight problem with swag bucks. I don' have a link right now. If you want to join Facebook or email me huutantran@gmail.com and I will send you a link as well as tips!