Tall Moms

Is it a scam?

Frequent online shoppers, you’ll want to read this one! I’ve had a few people ask me about these cash back shopping sites that are popping up. I know there are a lot out there and I can’t vouch for them all. But the two I am most familiar with and use regularly are Shop at Home and Cashbaq. These are sites that set up affiliate accounts with most major retailers. It is a brilliant business model, and completely legitimate.

So how does it work? Basically, these sites have deals with a bunch of stores that pay them a percentage of what you spend when they refer you. They turn around and share a portion of their earnings with you. (Everything is tracked online. Just make sure you are logged in to get credit.) It is brilliant, because everyone wins. The stores get your business, cash back sites get a small percentage, and you earn a little back on the shopping you would have done anyway. You can also earn more by referring friends.

If you frequently shop online the earnings can add up quickly, so I highly recommend signing up with one of these. I have gotten in the habit of going through these sites when shopping line. I earn a little back each time, and use the checks from them to do what? Keep shopping online of course!

Feel free to email me with questions, or check them out yourself at Shop at Home and Cashbaq.

No more slouching in the kitchen

Anybody else have a dream home list? I have a list in the back of my journal with all the things I would put in my dream house if I ever build. One of the things on my list is higher countertops in my kitchen. A reader emailed me about her very tall friend who had a custom chopping block made.  (Make sure you scroll down to see the pictures.) Now I’m not as tall as her, but what a great idea!

Buy Online: AWP Butcher Block
Price: ?

Tall Shopping on EBay

While it is encouraging that more retailers are offering tall sizes these days, it can still be frustrating because they are often more expensive. One possible solution is eBay. I have come across some good tall finds on eBay, but it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. If you have time to do some searching, it may be a good option.

Susan’s Tall Fashions is an eBay store specializing in tall sizes. They sell discontinued items from some of the tall retailers. I have found a couple great deals there, check them out!

Buy Online: EBay
Price: Varies

Sale ends midnight tonight

Long Elegant Legs is having a huge sale on their site right now. Almost everything on their site is on sale, up to 70% off! This jacket is $46, usually $69. Hurry, because the sale ends tonight at midnight!

Buy Online: Long Elegant Legs
Price: Varies, up to 70% off

Earn cash for shopping tall

Most stores don’t carry their tall styles on line, so we tall women often end up shopping online. There are pros (shopping without kids and and trying things on in the comfort of your home) and cons (paying shipping if something doesn’t work for you).

One of the perks of shopping online is using sites like Cashbaq to earn money on your purchases.  How it works? They have affiliate accounts set up with most popular stores, meaning the stores give them a portion of what their referred customers (you) spend.  Then Cashbaq gives a portion of that back to us.

So here is what you do.  Let’s say you hear that Old Navy is having a great sale and carries tall sizes. Instead of going directly to Old Navy’s site, go to Cashbaq’s site.  Login and choose Old Navy from their extensive list of stores.  When you checkout, a percentage of what you spend at Old Navy will be credited to your Cashbaq account. They also give you a $5 credit just for signing up for a free account.  They start paying you when your account balance reaches $10.  It only took me a couple purchases to reach that. They have all kinds of stores, not just clothes. In fact, just today I sent flowers to a friend and earned 8% back of what I spent.

They also frequently have promotional codes & discounts. Just choose where you want to shop, and you’ll see any discounts for that store.  Try it out, it’s definitely worth a few minutes of your time.

Shop Online: Cashbaq

Considering Adoption?

This is one of my best friends Helen and her sweet family. She is a tall mom hoping to adopt again soon. Know anyone considering adoption? Please help me spread the word.

Check out Helen & Ryan’s adoption blog, and read their adoption profile. You can email them directly (at the address beneath their picture) or email me. I’ve known them both for years & love them! They are amazing people, and are going to make someone’s baby very happy.

The search for tall hose

A reader sent in a question that stumped me. Where do you find tall pantyhose? Well I lived in the hot desert for years, and was happy to be able to wear sandals most of the time. But now I am back in cold country, & open-toed shoes just don’t cut it in -20 degree weather. I haven’t shopped for pantyhose in a long time. But I actually need to. I used to just order up a size or two, because on their size charts, my weight and height lined up with a non-existant size.

Does anyone make extra tall pantyhose? And tall sizes that come in a wide weight range? If you have any great suggestions, email me and I’ll do a follow up post. Thanks!

Lots of Tall Clearance

Long Tall Sally has a lot of clearance right now, up to 70% off. They have a currency converter in the top right corner.

This cute pencil skirt is only $15. They have a lot of shirts starting at $5 and $8. They are based in the UK so you pay international shipping. But if you get a few of the clearance items, you’ll more than make up for it with these low prices. The cutest items are going quickly, so check it out!

Buy Online: Long Tall Sally
Price: Varies, up to 70% off

Tall moms have tall babies, right?

At least a lot of us do.   There are dozens of baby-related things that people of “normal height” would never think of.  Tall people need taller strollers.  I find myself with a backache any time I push a stroller too long.  If you have a tall/long baby, there are other things you may need to take into consideration: the back height or leg room in your car seat, swing, carrier, etc.  Or what about the height of seatbelt straps? 

By 8 months, my babies grow out of their back-facing car seat, and I am tempted to turn them around before their first birthday.  I know, I shouldn’t even consider that.  But when they weigh as much as most two year olds and their legs are so long they are buckled against the back seat, my mind begins to wander.  

I just came across a site that has done a lot of the homework for us moms of tall babies & kids.  They have researched & reviewed a variety of things, from tall/long baby clothes, to tall strollers, nursery furniture, car seats, & more.  Check them out, it just may save you some time.

Online: Tall Baby Stuff 

Extra long camis

My 18 year old body didn’t mind so much if a shirt was a bit short and showed my tummy or back when I bent over. But my “32 years old and 2 & 3/4 kids later” body? Yeah, that’s not happening. I’d rather keep things covered.

Thank goodness for long camisoles. They’re great for layering. Sakura Rose has a nice selection of extra long camis in several colors, some with lace and some without. Plus they’re reasonably priced.

Buy Online: Sakura Rose
Price: $5.99-14.99