I've never needed much of an excuse to enjoy Mexican food and margaritas. Nonetheless, Cinco de Mayo will provide a pretty good one in just seven days. Not to be confused with Mexican Independence Day on September 16th, Cinco de Mayo (the 5th of May) honors the victory of the Mexican army in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

This is your chance for a fabulous, fun springtime party. Start your shopping at Kmart.com, where you'll find the Martha Stewart Everyday 5-piece Margarita Set for only $17.99. Get four glasses, a pitcher, a margarita recipe and a 1% rebate from ConsumerClub.com. (Depending on the size of your celebration, you may want to buy a few of these.)

Of course, there's no party without PlumParty.com. This time of year it's the colorful Mexican Celebration Bannersand traditional white wedding banners that catch my eye. You'll also find maracas, place mats, paper flowers, serving sets and the usual overload of cool party stuff from PlumParty.com.

Visit OrientalTradingCompany.com and search with the word "fiesta" and find sombreros, decorative mobiles, beads, plates, maracas, plastic margarita glasses and more, in addition to a 3% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.

Planning a party for the whole family? Visit Pinatas.com to find yes, pinatas, as well as more lovely paper flowers and other fun party stuff for the kiddos. Partying on the porch? You may need pest protection. I've found perhaps the best-looking citronella candles on the market: the Marrakech citronella candles on RedEnvelope.com, where you'll earn a 5% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.

Now all you need is fiesta music. Get a 3% rebate from ConsumerClub.com when you buy your party tunes from iTunes.com or BarnesandNoble.com.

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Maybe it's the fact that spring has finally arrived. Perhaps it's the gardening class I'm taking. Or maybe it's the Earth Day celebration ahead this weekend. Regardless of what's inspiring my current obsession with all things garden-related, today I'll share with you some special deals that will bring your landscape to life.

Since the weather may still be acting a bit fickle in your neck of the woods, start by visiting WindandWeather.com, where you can find products ranging from weathervanes and rain gauges to chimes, garden sculptures, watering cans and more. Shop now and earn a 6% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.

In honor of Earth Day, browse GardensAlive.com to track down environmentally friendly products for your outdoor space. This is also a great place to find pest control and pet care. No harsh chemicals involved. Of course, your money will be growing too as you earn a 9% rebate from ConsumerClub.com on GardensAlive.com purchases.

Want to wake up to fresh flowers greeting you in the garden? Look no further than DutchGardens.com, where everything travels from Holland to your home front. You'll get a 6% rebate from ConsumerClub.com, along with a rare gift on Mother Nature's turf: 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Not sure how to make your garden grow? Or what to plant in the first place? Visit SpringHillNursery.com, where you can enter your criteria and easily track down the best selections for your needs. You'll also find solid advice and earn a whopping 10% rebate from ConsumerClub.com. Another great spot for plants and flowers, gifts and garden accents: WhiteFlowerFarm.com, where the gardening advice grows on trees. Shop and earn a great 5% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.

What should you wear that won't compete with nature's intimidating good looks? Who cares? "Garden wear" is just an excuse to visit PlowandHearth.com in order to peruse all the beautiful home decor, patio furniture, garden accents and yes, some of the world's most comfortable clothing and shoes. Shop and earn a 5% rebate from ConsumerClub.com. Another great way to save? Check out the outlet for incredible deals on all of the above.

Last but not least, pick up a little something for your fine feathered friends. Visit ABirdsWorld.com for feeders, houses, fountains, wild-bird care products and much more for your garden, in addition to binoculars and art for your viewing enjoyment. You're not only finding another delightful excuse to enjoy the outdoors a bit more this spring — you're racking up yet another 5% rebate from ConsumerClub.com.

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Gas prices may be on the rise. But as of today, ConsumerClub.com members are getting a lucky break. Now you can receive $10 back on a gasoline purchase made before May 31, 2006 after spending just $100 online with participating ConsumerClub.com retailers.

Here's how it works:

1.) Spend $100 with participating ConsumerClub.com retailers between April 12 and May 31, 2006.

2.) Fill up your car with gas and keep the receipt.

3.) Print out/gather receipts proving the above-mentioned $100 in purchases along with a receipt for the tank of gas bought after the qualifying ConsumerClub.com purchases and before May 31, 2006.

4.) Mail all of the above to the following address on or before May 31, 2006:

ConsumerClub.com Gasoline Promotions
12000 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 803
Miami, FL 33181.

Seriously. Mail it any later and you'll be out of luck. This deal ends May 31, 2006.

5.) Keep in mind, you're only allowed one rebate per household. And in case you're wondering, rebates are not allowed for purchases that have been returned or refunded. (They do check these things out, by the way.)

Let the shopping begin.
You have the next seven weeks to browse the 700 retailers on ConsumerClub.com. Not that it's ever taken me more than an hour to do $100 of damage online. Happy shopping.

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We drink it hot. We drink it cold. We down it for a clear head in the morning. And sip it for a mellow mind in the evening. We serve it to soothe sore throats. Wash down desserts. Greet guests. And much more. These days, tea seems to come in more colors and flavors than candy. But unlike most candy, tea is actually quite good for us.

My mother used to grow her own chamomile, so I've enjoyed herbal teas forever. After living in Texas, I developed an appreciation for the iced variety. And in recent years, I've grown to love green tea (particularly the flavorful matcha) and floral red rooibos tea. All in all, I've enjoyed plenty of loose-leaf teas and bagged brands alike.

Whether you're a seasoned tea-lover or a newcomer looking for a lighter alternative to coffee, here are a few great spots to find the best tea on the web:

MightyLeaf.com
Mighty Leaf not only brings you artisan-crafted whole-leaf tea, but it also delivers that tea in stunning, hand-stitched silken pouches that pack in heaps of tastebud-twisting flavor. Each bag contains some of the best tea leaves, herbs, fruits and spices on earth. And this week you can save $5.00 on Mighty Leaf Tea trios at MightyLeaf.com. (African Nectar is my favorite, by the way.)

AdagioTeas.com
Buy tasty teas, tea pots, tea glasses and more. Read about different types of tea. Join TeaMuse, the monthly tea newsletter. Sign up for the tea-of-the-month club. Get free shipping on orders over $75. And earn 5% back from ConsumerClub.com when you shop AdagioTeas.com.

CoffeeAM.com
Don't let this web site's name deceive you. From rich chai mixes to flavorful loose-leaf green tea to fruity herbal blends, CoffeeAM.com has a delicious selection of teas. Shop CoffeeAM.com and get 5% back from ConsumerClub.com — as well as a free half pound of coffee with your purchase.

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