loyalty scheme will also be aimed at midweek diners.

Call up the veterinarian's office midweek and ask to introduce yourself on the telephone or in person.

Visit the Pennsylvania Ski Area Association website, and download a five dollar discount coupon, which can be used toward any midweek Learn a Snow Sport Package at any of the association's 22 ski resorts.

Be flexible about travel time; avoid traveling during the holiday season.  Also, flying midweek is cheaper than the weekends.  It's a good idea to price out several different dates before purchasing.

Betsy's California schedule coupled with the time difference precluded us from conducting any midweek session.