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.
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| I had a lot of Packages from Amazon this year |
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| Gots to protect my iPhone |
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| One copy for my brother. One copy for me. |
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| This was my dad's gift..... he opened before Christmas and decided he didn't want it. |
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| Now we can ALL play Madden together. |
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| One of my friends needed a PS3. So my friend and I got on for him |
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| Reusable Hand Warmer, for my older sis. |
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| Virgin Mobile MiFi. For when I need 3G internet on the go |
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| Mini Simpsons Lunch Box. Matthew L had to love this. |
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| A Camera cover. So now you can take pics in adverse weather conditions. |
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| Rhett really wanted this... So I got it. I'll borrow it when he's done |
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| A scarf for my sis.... which turned into a scarf for my nephew. At least the gift will get good use. |
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| 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. |
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| But... I did keep the Jazz Plush throw blanket for myself. |
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| A Jazz tie for the Jazz fans who work in the office. |
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| My mom's laptop speakers suck. So this was "just what she needed." |
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| When the Jazz are good. Alex will hang this proudly |
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| I am Batman |
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| Well.... I had to get both of them |
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| Needed it to complete the Trilogy |
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| One of Vu's favorite movies |
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| One of my best friend's is a Gator now...so A gator shirt and a beach towel! |
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| A Hair Straightener... I wonder if it's a good one |
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| Really cool US Open Towel for my brother |
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| Now Matt will have the FRESHEST cereal |
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| Portable Iphone Charger |
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| A huge coffee cup from Central Perk |
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| My bro in law needed some sneakers. BAM! |
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| My good friend just had a baby. BABY SHOWER! (Too bad he has to grow up as a Bills fan) |
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| Earmuffs for my Madre. |
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| Not just for Christmas....got my Halloween costume too |
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| 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!
