639197 Fri Jul 24 12:40:58 -0700 2009 2 41 Cookware 0 4887879 We have an Amex Blue Card and received a notice that we can redeem points at a discounted rate through the end of July. A $50 gift card would normally require 5000 points; it's only 4000 right now. We have another card where we squirrel away most of our big points for travel but this was a limited time 0% interest rate card so have *only* enough for $200 worth of gift cards!!!!! I opted for all Crate & Barrel and am going to treat myself to a few little items. Just thought others might want to check and see if they have this offer also. I missed it for a while. Fri Jul 24 12:40:58 -0700 2009 131001 c oliver 1 4894569 Was the discount just for those two stores or were there others it applies to as well? Mon Jul 27 12:35:43 -0700 2009 4887879 26117 baloo 2 4894588 I was just getting ready to toss it in recycling since the cards arrived today! Yay. No, it was also Home Depot, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and West Elm. But since they're not especially chow--related (well, I guess they can be) I didn't include them. Now that I think about it, I should have. I'm rubbing my hands with glee looking forward to some shopping. I've really cut back on buying things so this feels like a late birthday or early Christmas present :) Mon Jul 27 12:43:08 -0700 2009 4894569 131001 c oliver