AO Opinions is another Market Research company that I get information from. Right now they are recruiting for an upcoming research study on the topic of snacks!
The gang over at Cents of Style has done it again! The Botanicals Collection is a signature collection created and designed by your friends at Cents of Style with you in mind. These pieces were curated to remind us to take time to stop & smell the flowers! When we stop and look around this life is really wonderful.
They have 5 different unique and inspiring graphics with sizes ranging from XS-3XL, and now through 4/27/2022 you can score these cute new shirts and save! Use coupon code FRESHPICKS at checkout and enjoy 20% OFF any of these graphics in this collection- making them all ONLY $19.99! Don’t forget FREE Shipping over $40!
Q-insights is another company where I do research groups, focus groups, and online surveys to earn extra money.
They have a lot of stuff in South Orange County, and less often San Diego County. This upcoming survey takes place virtually!
Q-Insights is currently recruiting for an online interview on the topic of consumer products.
Interviews are 2 hours and held during the week of May 3rd. Compensation for completing the interview is a $175 gift card redeemable as Visa, Amazon, or 93 other retailers.
If you are interested in participating in any upcoming market research studies pertaining to these products, please fill out the survey here. If you pre-qualify, a recruiter will call you to ask some additional qualifying questions.
Focus Group Connection, a research company in the Southern California area is currently recruiting for an upcoming study on the topic of “Social Issues.” This study will be two hours (120 minutes) in length. To participate, you must have a working Desktop or Laptop computer with high-speed Internet, audio, and a working webcam. If selected, you will receive $150.00 for your time and insights.
They are looking for Men and Women to participate in an online Consumer Research Project taking place between May 4th – May 10th.
We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food. You can learn more about Tryazon here.
Fun, effective music education is now easier than ever to achieve with this Tryazon Featured Party opportunity from Keys & Kingdoms! Featuring the first ever role-playing adventure game for kids (ages 6-15), Keys & Kingdoms teaches real musical skills and abilities in a whole new way! Unlike traditional games, kids master the piano as they explore immersive lands, craft weapons, learn new songs and unlock the musical power hidden within themselves!
Y’all know I love Dream Dinners. Check out this amazing deal- It’s only good through tomorrow, and it’s the perfect way to start the year off with easy, healthy meals.
A Medium Meal feeds 2-3 adults (honestly, it’s usually 3+ in our house), so you’ll be getting 18-27 restaurant-quality meals for $185!
Our local store here in East County is La Mesa, run by Marsi and her friendly staff! Store Email: lamesaca@dreamdinners.com Store Phone Number: 619-460-6800
Earth Day is April 22, 2022. Unlike in past years, there aren’t a lot of cool freebies for those of us in Southern CA. There are freebies in other parts of the country, but I won’t focus on those because, well, I’m in Southern CA, and freebies in the midwest don’t do me any good.
Freebies:
Deals:
There are a lot of free shipping deals, or free samples when you purchase deals for Earth Day, but I’m not really about those. One deal that I do love that is available all year round, but really ties into Earth Day is the the H&M clothing recycling offer. You’ll recieve a 15% off voucher when you take in a bag of clothes to be recycled, up to 4 vouchers for a large trash bag. More info and details can be found here.
If you have a little kid, Target is running it’s carseat trade-in April 18-30, 2022. During that time, guests will have the opportunity to recycle an old, expired or damaged car seat and redeem a coupon on their Target app or Target.com/circle for 20% off one car seat, stroller or select baby gear. The coupon can be redeemed through May 14, 2022.
And if you are looking to recycle or sell your old technology, check out Gazelle.
You can sell or recycle your old technology (phones, tablets, laptops, etc.) and earn cash or a discount on a new/new to you device. Help Mother Earth and yourself!
Despite what you read online there are NO Origin Freebies, Disney Store Freebies, Free milkshakes on the west coast, Mac Freebies, Sephora Freebies, Ice Cream Freebies, or free coffee from Starbucks.
And don’t forget, there will be more Freebies and Deals on Friday morning!
Costco is one of my favorite places to stock up on essentials. If you haven’t been in a while, it’s time to mask up and head over!
Right now there is a great deal for new memberships! Purchase a Costco Membership Activation Certificate to join as a new member and receive a Costco Shop Card.
It’s as easy as 1,2,3!
Here are my top five Costco Bargains:
I got to cook over the weekend and go some meal prep- it was awesome. I roasted veggies using some seasoning blends from Urban Accents. Citrus Pepper on Cauliflower, and Balsamic and Roasted Onion on baby Brussels Sprouts. I also made a huge pot of Veggie Loaded Tuscan Soup (Zuppa Toscana) to use up the rest of our CSA veggies from last week.
This afternoon once I’m home from work, I’ll get to work on this weeks CSA Box- Chopped and preparing! Our veggies and fruit are delivered by Yasukochi Family Farms CSA. For $28, it’s a great deal. I don’t have to pick anything, go to the store, or carry it upstairs. I can’t go to the store and get the same amount we get weekly for $28. Seriously. It’s a deal. They email a preview of what will be in the boxes over the weekend, so I can start thinking about what I’d like to make.
A quick trip to the store to pick up milk, cheese, bananas, and a few other things and we’ll be good for the week!
We’ve been trying a lot of new foods lately, thanks to the really great freebies from Social Nature lately too. It’s fun to try new foods.
For those of you that are new to meal planning, I’ve got an easy 101 style post here with super easy tips and steps. After you get that down, here is info about batch or freezer cooking.
I’ve gotten a pretty good inventory of the pantry, freezer, and fridge done (I try to update it after every shopping trip), so I’m able to plan meals and use up what we’ve got with little waste.
I only post our dinner plans for the week, because our other meals are usually the same each day.
Breakfast: Coffee with 1/2 and 1/2 for me, and pancakes or something along those lines for the kids. They are also into fruit and bagels for breakfast. Lately, the big kid has been digging protein shakes in the morning. This is his favorite kind.
Lunch: I have a plastic tote in the cupboard full of self-serve snacks. I buy treats and snacks in bulk and fill up snack-sized zip-top bags. I’m back to packing lunches again. However, school lunches are free this year- Little Bit has been buying her lunch and expanding her palate. The big kid still brings lunch from home.
Dinner: I picked up our April Dream Dinners order on Friday afternoon and we’ve got meals for the next month or so. When we have them, I serve 2 Dream Dinners a week. It’s perfect for those nights when we have lots going on, and it’s a great way for the kids to try new cuisines!
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I love Mabel’s Labels. Each kid has a set, I have a set (unicorns if you had to know), and we have a family set for our bigger pool toys and camping equipment.
If you’ve got campers or really busy kids, this sale is what you need!
Mabel’s Labels best-selling camp labels will be 20% off until May 31, 2022. Shop the early access sale here!
Products include:
And until April 30, 2022, you can use code CAMP10 at check out for 10% off the Starter Label Pack!
Features of any of Mabel’s Labels Camp Starter Label Packs:
Note: coupons cannot be stacked on top of the products discounted at 20% off.
Don’t forget, Mabel’s Labels also offers free standard shipping on all orders!
This is my favorite!
Hewes Family Fun 