Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when retailers traditionally kick off bargains, is coming around sooner than you think.

The Internet has made it easier than ever to plan your strategy in these cash-strapped times. Check out this cool site -- http://bfads.net/ --to sign up for e-mail alerts on deals, ads and giveaways. They already have info on Walgreens and Sears ads for Black Friday.

Enter this morning before 1 p.m. to win a $25 Gift Certificate to Sears (sponsored by Sears), a $50 Gift Certificate to Target and two BFAds t-shirts.

Just enter once to be eligible for all daily give-aways.

Do you know why it is called Black Friday? It's the first time retailers get in the black (profit column) for the year.

XOXO -- Shopper Girl

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