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Gist- Substantive Social Media for You!

August 4, 2026August 4, 2026Abby H.Leave a comment

I’m tired of the random crap the algorithm serves me on Instagram. I don’t need mommy shaming content, or perfect minimalism scenes, or whatever else the algorithm is serving.

I recently discovered Gist. Gist is the best parts of social media combined. Real lifestyle (not tons of sponsored content designed to get you to buy crap you don’t need), travel carousels (that are realistic and budget-friendly), career advice (From people who are actually working in the fields they are talking about), and real-life recommendations instead of viral chatter.

I’ve been posting my recipes there, and the engagement is real. People asking questions, offering suggestions, not mindless clicks of a heart or thumbs up buttons.

The best part is that Gist is invitation-only right now. You have to know someone to make an account and start posting.

Because my following is small, and y’all like what I post, I thought I’d share my invitation code. Use the invitation code CHUMPY (haha, funny, I know) and download the app here. Gist is encouraging people with codes to join and become part of the community. When you join, they are offering a bonus to get you started with the community. It’s simple: Complete 3 simple tasks to get $5. It takes less than 30 minutes.

And once you are on Gist, if you want to follow me, my user name is @Abbybob!

Walmart: School Supplies starting at .25!

August 4, 2026August 3, 2026Abby H.Leave a comment

I know we just finished school and there is a vast ocean of time before we need to buy supplies; however, Walmart has already dropped the prices on classroom supplies.

Seriously, from Crayola markers, to pencils, Filler paper, spiral-bound notebooks, highlighters, and crayons. I’ve already placed my order!

And if you aren’t sure what is going to be on your kids’ back-to-school list, here are a few things that classrooms always need:

Glue sticks
Erasers– the ones that go on the end of pencils are always a hit with my kids. The large pink ones usually end up getting stabbed with pencils and not used as erasers. I have no idea why.
Pencils- Ticonderoga are the best pencils. They cost a little more, but they last longer and don’t break as easily (in my experience).
Tissues
Disinfecting wipes- The first month back at school is peak illness time. We are all getting to know each other and new germs are popping up left and right.
Whiteboard markers – In most classrooms these days, kids have their own whiteboards (in place of scratch paper), so whiteboard markers are a must.

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8/32026 PRC Research Study Round Up!

August 3, 2026August 3, 2026Abby H.Leave a comment

PRC is a nationwide research study company. They are always conducting studies and seeking additional respondents. They email me once a week about the online studies they are looking to fill. Research studies are a great way to earn a little extra money, and most of them can be completed from the comfort of your own home, using your computer or laptop.

Topic: Feminine Urinary Incontinence
Who: Females, 45 and older
When: August 14 – August 31, 2026
Where: From the comforts of your home
Length: 14-days product test + two pre-use and two after-use questionnaires online
Incentive: $350