It’s that time again – when all of the gifts come from different places sending me well wishes and coupons for free desserts, entrees and other goodies via email. I’d say about half of the free coupons I may not use, but there are quite a few that I will use – such  as going to a restaurant that I really like and getting an entree for free.  Also, I get discounts at a couple of places that I frequent and purposely save Christmas and birthday money to get extra deals on things. To save money on items I would already buy, I don’t mind giving up my birthdate (and email address).