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2/26/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals

Abby H.
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This week was chill compared to the last three weeks. I’m looking forward to a slow, quiet weekend full of play time and naps (at least for me).

My birthday was earlier this month and I rocked a bunch of freebies. Wanna check out my list of goodies? Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free Cool Beans Frozen Wrap
Free Philips Products
Free Subscription to Men’s Health Magazine
Old Orchard Fan Club – Earn Free Juice, Gifts & More
Free Bitsy’s Good Cookies
Free Best Face and ClarityRX Day Creams
Free Sample of Alia Superfood Energy Powder
Free SOS Hydration Electrolyte Drink Mix
Free Ananda Hemp CBD Full Spectrum Softgels Samples
Free Goodnites Underwear Sample
Free Parks & Nash Bone Broth Soup
8 Free Jade Bloom Essential Oils
Free Autographed Holly Clark Hero Card
Free Coffee Wednesdays at Dunkin
Free Danodan Hemp Flower CBD Shot Samples
Free Innisfree My Real Squeeze Masks
Free PetSafe Pet Products
Free Morning Brew Rise & Grind Swag
Free Febreze Plug-In at Kroger & Affiliates

Deals:

3 Layer Freshwater Pearl Necklace ONLY $1.40 Shipped
Ecovacs Robot Vacuum ONLY $169 Shipped (Reg $550)
Toddler 3-Piece Pajama Sets ONLY $6.49 at Walmart (Reg $13)
Adventure Academy 62% Off – ONLY $3.75 per Month
Sargent Art 400-Count ONLY $17.34 (Reg $37)
Gibson Home Bakeware Set 5-Piece ONLY $22.49 (Reg $30)
Ultrean 4.2-Quart Air Fryer ONLY $59.49 Shipped (Reg $96)
Aukey Wireless Earbuds ONLY $23.79 (Reg $34)
Two Months of ABCmouse ONLY $5.00 (Reg. $20)
Nuby Floating Purple Octopus ONLY $6.89 on Amazon
My First Library Board Book Block 12-Book Set $9.59 (Reg. $16)
Disney Electronic Reader Hardcover ONLY $19.00 (Reg. $33)
3-Piece Husky 144-Tooth Ratchet Set ONLY $49.97 (Reg $70)
Atomic Marvel Crisis Protocol Game ONLY $68 (Reg $100)
Nature’s Miracle Litter Box Odor Destroyer ONLY $3.99 (Reg. $12)
Melissa & Doug Mega Race-Car Carrier $16.60 (Reg. $30)
Disney Princess Sing & Shimmer Ariel Doll $19.10 (Reg. $30)

At Home Educational Opportunities for Kids!

Abby H.

Most of us are burned the heck out from distance learning, hybrid learning, or jumping feet first into homeschooling. This last year has put us through the wringer.

I’ve been doing some research on apps, online programs, and ways for my kids to learn without them feeling like the weight of school is pressing down on them. I’m tired of Zoom Meetings, regardless of what they are for (the least useful for me at least was the telehealth appointment for physical therapy for one of the kids).

Here are some of the cool stuff I’ve found:

I’m sure most of you have heard of ABC Mouse. Right now when you sign up and receive a 30 Day FREE Trial of ABCmouse.
When I discovered this deal, I signed up for it. Bitty Bird needs a little help with phonics and reading, and I figured with a deal like this, we should give ABC Mouse a shot.

Membership includes: 8,500+ Learning Activities, Access on All Devices, Comprehensive Online Learning, and Advanced Progress Tracking.

Add up to 3 children for the price of one.

If your kiddo is older than 2nd grade, ABCMouse isn’t for you, but there is still a great program for your big kiddos!

Adventure Academy is a great way for older kids to learn, and you can try the first 30 days free.

Membership includes: 8,500+ Learning Activities, Access on All Devices, Comprehensive Online Learning and Advanced Progress Tracking

Add up to 3 children for the price of one.

 

And did you know that Hooked on Phonics is still around? Your first month is $1!

Here ‘s What You’ll Get Monthly:

  • Unlimited access to the Learn to Read app
  • Get a FREE Disney Bookbag with your welcome package. Your FREE gift will be automatically added to your cart. Offer valid for new members only.
  • Workbooks that direct you through each step of the program
  • 2 or 3 books specifically written to reinforce the lessons learned
  • Discussion questions about each book designed to strengthen reading comprehension.
  • Celebration stickers to reward reading milestones
  • Tips & ideas on how to extend the learning at home and on the go
And one of my favorite freebies is the amazing varieties of free Kindle e-books available on Amazon when you have a subscription to Amazon Prime!

2/19/2021 Friday Freebies & Deals

Abby H.
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This week was a lot calmer than last, but we still had a few bumps in the road, including broken glasses, which resulted in a trip to the optometrist. Being an adult is never dull.

My birthday was earlier this month and I rocked a bunch of freebies. Wanna check out my list of goodies? Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free Entree at The Old Spaghetti Factory
Free NEATwipes – Kills 99.9% of Germs
Free Tropicana Premium Drinks at Walmart
Free Tylenol Products After Rebate
Free Ice Cream at Baskin Robbins
Free Short Stack of Pancakes at IHOP
Free Tom Ford Traceless Soft Matte Foundation Sample
Free Contadina San Marzano Style Whole Canned Tomatoes
Free Sample of Vitafol Ultra or Gummies Prenatal Vitamins
Free 6 Months of Apple News+
Free Arm & Hammer AbsorbX Cat Litter with Mail-In Rebate
Free Dr. Charles Stanley Love Lessons DVD
Free Ocean’s Halo Organic Soy-Free Dressing
Free Maker’s Mark Ambassador Gifts Every Year
Free Astroglide Oil Liquid & Massage Lotion
Free Kite Hill Dairy Free Yogurt at Select Stores
Free Mane ‘n Tail Quin Houff Hero Card
Free Samples of Nature Nate’s Honey Minis
Free 4-pk of Seemore Meat & Veggies Natural Sausages
Free Sample of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

 

Deals:

Crayola Toy Story 4 Coloring Pages ONLY $4.99 (Reg. $10)
Womens Clog Slippers With Memory Foam ONLY $19.99 (Reg $35)
Power Rangers Beast-X King Morpher ONLY $9.99 (Reg. $20)
Play-Doh Party Pack ONLY $4.49 (Reg. $8)
Women’s Leggings ONLY $4.79 at JCPenney (Reg $16)
Kids Snow Boots ONLY $9.99 (Reg. $30)
I Love You to the Moon and Back Board Book ONLY $3.59 (Reg. $8)
Glow in The Dark Acrylic Paint Set on $13.72 (Reg. $40)
Toozey Puppy Toys for Small Dogs 7-Pack $12.74 (Reg. $30)
Ply-Doh Cash Register Toy ONLY $8.08 (Reg $15)
Gillette5 Men’s Razor Blade Refills 12-ct ONLY $14.81 (Reg $25)
Portable Generator on Sale for $199 (was $417) – Hurry
Medical Thermometer with Fever Alert ONLY $5.77 (Reg. $16)
Carter’s Baby Girls 4-Piece Pajama Set ONLY $10.79 (Reg $36)

Virtual Moms Meet Wow Summit is Next Month!

Abby H.

In less than a month I’m attending the Moms Meet Virtual WOW Summit!

I’m so excited to be attending the Moms Meet Virtual WOW Summit! This three-day online event is focused on raising happy and healthy families, and you can do it all from the comfort of your own home! Join Moms Meet and me for Virtual WOW Summit from March 9–11.

From attending educational workshops and hearing from compelling speakers to networking with like-minded moms, you’ll walk away equipped with the knowledge you need to raise a happy and healthy family. The best part—it’s totally free to attend if you are a member of Moms Meet (and joining Moms Meet is free)! There’s even a unique Track just for bloggers and influencers. Learn more here.

I’ve been to two Wow Summits in the past- It’s an amazing experience, definitely an event worth your time!

2/16/2021 New Coupons!

Abby H.

It’s the middle of February, and if one of your goals for the new year is to save money, check out the coupons below! I’ve been printing and clipping coupons for years (decades really), and while the coupon values have dwindled over the past few years, I still manage to find some good ones to share with you a few times a month.

I’m all about keeping cash in your pocket!

Save $1.00 on any ONE (1) SlimFast® Original or Advanced product

Save $0.50 on any ONE (1) pack of Energizer® Batteries

Save $2.00 ANY ONE (1) Garnier® Whole Blends® Sulfate Free Remedy or Miracle Treatment product

Save $1.00 On any Unbun product, limit one per visit

 

New Healthy Freebies From Social Nature!

Abby H.

 If you are into Organic/Natural/Healthy products, then Social Nature is up your alley. Sign up and apply to sample products that you are interested in. I get probably 1-2 products to sample each month. And most of the time it’s full-size products, not just a tiny sample.

Most of the time, Social Nature will mail me a coupon for a free product and I go to my local Target, Sprouts, or other retailer and pick up the item. I’ve gotten products valued at $20+ too. I recently sampled and reviewed skincare products, kombucha, frozen entrees, and veggie burgers to name a few.

Right now there about a dozen new products that you can apply to try from Social Nature!

And one of the things I love about Social nature is that they don’t leave our friends with food allergies out. There are sampling offers for Gluten-free, nut-free, meat-free foods frequently.

Canadian Friends- You are in luck, there are sampling opportunities for you too!

 

2/12/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.
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I discovered that I never published this post! Talk about busy!

This was  my busy week! I’m glad I had some time to sit and write this post before I had to dash off and start my Friday. I’m hoping to have some great posts up this evening and throughout the weekend.

My birthday was earlier this month and I rocked a bunch of freebies. Wanna check out my list of goodies? Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free Hair Tools & Accessories
Free The Bear & The Rat Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats
Join our New Group on Facebook – Exclusive Deals & Coupon Codes
Free Haven’s Kitchen Fresh Sauce
Free GoodGram & Kate Aurora Shower Liners, Throw Blankets & More
Free Purina EverRoot Dog Supplements
Free GoodGram & Kate Aurora Window Panels & Window Valances
Free Incontinence Products
Free Philadelphia Cheesecake Crumble at Select Stores
Free Bulletproof Cold Brew Latte at Whole Foods
Free Small Order of Spring Rolls at Panda Express
Free Veeam T-Shirt
Free Infantino Giant Sensory Discovery Mat
Free Trident Gum at Select Stores
Free Glad Fanny Pack & Butter Churner
Free Childrens Hospitals Week Bandages
Free Core Bar at Aldi
Free Wild Planet Skipjack Wild Tuna
Free Personal Lubricant
Free Doggie Ice Cream Sundaes & More at PetSmart
Free Conair 753 InfinitiPro Frizz Free Compact Dryer
Possible Free Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Free Pain Medication Products
Free Naturals Rose Sheet Mask
Free Galentine’s Day Card
Free Siddha Remedies Chocolate Bar

 

Deals:

Queen Helene Mint Julep Facial Scrub ONLY $2.41 Shipped
LEGO BrickHeadz Easter Sheep ONLY $9.99 on Amazon
Queen Helene Cocoa Butter ONLY $1.56 Shipped
MUK LUKS Cass Booties ONLY $24.99 (Reg $76)
60% Off Baby, Toddler & Kids Clothes – Price start at $1.99
Giant Backyard Waterslide ONLY $99.98 (Reg. $180)
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Learning Table $19.91 (Reg. $40)
Stanley Classic Thermos ONLY $19.82 (Reg. $40)
57-Piece First Aid Emergency Kit ONLY $11.21 (Reg $22)
LEGO Amazing Vehicles Hardcover Book ONLY $10.89 (Reg. $20)
Room Essentials Dinnerware ONLY $0.50 at Target

2/5/2021 Friday Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.
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Friday Fun Times! We’ve got a three day weekend ahead of us- The kids and I are planning on a trip to the zoo sometime over the weekend.

My birthday was earlier this week and I rocked a bunch of freebies. Wanna check out my list of goodies? Check it out here.

Most of these freebies and deals are online. I am not encouraging anyone to go into stores or go out into public. Mask up, wash your paws, stay socially distanced!

Freebies:

Free $135 Snacks Research Study
Free Sample of IT Cosmetics Hello Results Retinol Cream
Free Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Duo Samples
Free Medicated Shampoo
Free Casey’s Gift Card Giveaway
Free Subscription to People Magazine
Free Goody Bag at buybuy BABY Stores
Free Mountain Dew Melon at Publix
Free Hand Cream
Mack’s Free Ear Plug’s Giveaway – Every Weekday at 11am EST
Free Coors Light 6-Pack
Free Sample of Sasmar Personal Lubricant
Free Subscription to Cosmopolitan Magazine
Free 4 Hass Avocados at Winn-Dixie
10 Free Disney Movie Insiders Points
2 Free Setting Powders + $25 Amazon Gift Card
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Valentines Day Postcard
Teachers – Free Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Kit
Good Housekeeping Institute Panel – Free Products
Free Cool Beans Frozen Wrap
Get on Betty Crocker’s Free Sample List
Free COOLA Great Barrier Cream Sample
Free Subscription to Shape Magazine
Become a Funovation Toy Tester & Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card
Free Pinkberry Yogurt for Your Birthday
Free Subscription to Parents Magazine
Free Subscription to Better Homes and Gardens Magazine
Free Progresso Toppers Soup at Publix
Free Scotch-Brite Stainless Steel Hood Degreaser Wipes
Free Urban Skin Rx Clear Complexion for Healthcare Workers
Free Macy’s Fragrances
Banfield Pet Hospital – Free Office Visit & Consultation
Free Sample of Tim Hortons Coffee Pods at Sam’s
Free L.A. Girl Jetsetter Mascara or Eyeliner
Free Vital Proteins Collagen Peptide at Sam’s
Free Collagen Gold Eye Mask & Collagen Lips Mask Set
Free Hot or Iced Coffee at Pret A Manger on Fridays

Deals:

Dinosaur Bring Along Backpack and Dinosaur Toy $6.50 (Reg. $23)
KidKraft Waterfall Mountain Train Set & Table $85.26 (Reg. $230)
Disney Plush & Stuffed Animals as Low as $1.98 at ShopDisney
Relative Insanity Party Game ONLY $12.18 (Reg. $21)
Clarks Women’s Sillian Tana SOLO $29.99 Shipped (Reg $120)
Cooks 3-Piece Cast Iron Fry Pan Set ONLY $22.49 (Reg $50)
Baby Alive Tea n Sparkles Doll ONLY $7.49 (Reg $20)
Sun Joe Cordless Handheld Vacuum ONLY $20.99 (Reg $28)
Hello Kitty Modern Kitchen Play Set ONLY $47.99 (Reg $100)
Finding Nemo Baby Bath Toys Set ONLY $6.64 (Reg $11)
TRESemme Shampoo & Conditioner ONLY $2.53 (Reg. $8)
Kim Rogers 3-Piece Handbag Set ONLY $31 (Reg $78)
Multipet Loofa Dog Plush Dog Toy ONLY $3.99 Shipped (Reg $10)
Frigidaire Portable Retro Mini Fridge ONLY $24
Dental Tools 6-Piece ONLY $8.47 (Reg $17)
MUK LUKS Women’s Janet Boots ONLY $24.99 (Reg $65)
Walgreens Custom Photo Poster $1.99 with Coupon (Reg. $11)
10-Piece Food Storage Set ONLY $11.99 at Amazon
Bella Pro Series Analog Air Fryer 2qt ONLY $17.99 (Reg $40)
Women’s Sherpa Jacket ONLY $7.88 at Walmart (Reg $20)
Wakeman Folding Utility Cart ONLY $89.99 (Reg $159.99)
NUK Rest Easy Spoons 6-Pack ONLY $2.82
Free $10 Nordstrom Rack Gift Card When You Ship to Store
T-fal Nonstick 10 Saute Pan with Lid ONLY $31.81 (Reg. $56)

Tax Time is Here!

Abby H.

Hard to believe, but tax season is in full swing! I’ve got a couple ways for you to save money on filing your taxes, and some tips to make it a little easier.

I already prepared and filed our taxes using Turbo Tax online. It’s quick and they walk you through everything. Because of our tax situation, we are unable to do our taxes for free, so for my family, TurboTax is the best/easiest solution. If you want to try Turbo Tax out, here is a link where you can receive up to 20% off any paid online federal product!

If you make $72,000 or less, check out the IRS Free File.

There is also E-File, which offers free federal tax returns for those who qualify for a 1040ez.

    • Free Error Correction – Our software will automatically check your tax return for common errors. If our software finds any errors, it will prompt you to correct them.
    • Get Your Refund Quick – Who doesn’t want their refund quickly? Filing online allows you to receive your refund quicker than off-line.
    • Helpful Software – Our software will walk you through common deductions and credits that you may be eligible for with its easy and quick question & answer format.

If you aren’t sure what you need to file your taxes, here are just a few pieces of paperwork you may need (depending on your tax situation):

  • W-2’s- one from each of your jobs
  • 1099’s: if you are an independent contractor
  • DMV paperwork (if you don’t have this, then the VIN and license plate # from your car, and go here– CA only, I’m sure other states may have something similar).
  • Receipts for any tax-deductible donations
  • Receipts for any medical expenses (co-pays, prescriptions)
  • Paperwork from your Mortgage Company regarding your interest paid
  • Paperwork regarding your property taxes paid
  • Dependents Social Security Numbers
  • IRA Year-End Statements
  • Interest Statements from banks

I start a folder (like this one) each year and I put all of the paperwork in it as it comes into the house. Then, after we do our taxes, I print a copy out, pull out all of our supporting documents, put them into a manilla envelope, write the year on the front, seal it, and stash it with our other past years’ taxes. We keep 10 years’ worth of tax records, just in case.

 

Talk Back: Have you done your taxes yet?

 

Food Resources for February 2021 (San Diego County)

Abby H.

I’ve decided to put together a monthly round-up of food resources for San Diego County.

You can still find resources here for Central and East County, and Here for North County.

Neighborhood Distributions for February 2021:

These Distributions are primarily produce/fruits & veg, however, some locations may also distribute canned goods, dairy, and bread.

Super Pantry Locations can be found here (this listing is countywide).

If you have a child attending public school in San Diego County, check to see if your school distributes free lunches daily.

In Eastern San Diego County, Grossmont Union High School District schools are distributing lunches to kids ages 2-18, Monday through Friday at various times (Check your closest school to find out exact times and locations within each school). They also do Pizza Fridays, where each kid receives a pizza, drink, salad, plus food to be eaten over the weekend. It is definitely more than enough food to keep kids fed over the weekend.

 

If you know of other resources, please leave a comment! And feel free to share this post with anyone you may know in need.