I just learned about P&G Good Everyday Rewards– It’s a pretty great way to save on products you love, help others, and earn cashback!
P&G Good Everyday is a Rewards Program for your favorite brands, like Tide, Crest, Dawn Bounty, and 60 more. Earn up to $150 + in Rewards annually for Brands you already use and love. Enter for chances to win Free P&G Products. And, P&G Donates to Charity on your behalf. More participation = More Rewards and More Donations.
To learn more, click here.
Once again, there are not too many freebies for Earth Day. Between the pandemic and stores not being open or making a lot of money, there are barely any freebies. I’m not posting deals for Earth Day, because really, do we need to go out and shop?
While the free day to visit the National Parks has passed for earth Day/National Parks Week, don’t fret. There are several other days as well. You can find the complete list here. The only National Park in San Diego is Cabrillo Monument on Point Loma. If you have a 4th grader in your home (We do!!), Check out Every Kid Outdoors. It’s a free program for 4th graders and their families to visit National Parks for free through August 2021!
The next Freebie isn’t super fun, but it might be needed. We’ve been doing a lot of deep purging and cleaning the past year, and I’ve got a bunch of papers that need to be shredded (oh hi 20-year-old tax paperwork!). Check out your local Office Max/Office Depot- Armed with this coupon (Scroll to the bottom of the page) you can score up to 5 lbs of shredding for FREE!! This deal is valid through 4/24/2021.
And perhaps my favorite freebie this April: if you live in Southern California and have utilities with SDG&E, PG&E, or SoCal Edison, you can join OhmConnect for free and start conserving electricity and earning money (as well as saving on your utility bills). And through the end of April, when you sign up and connect your utility account (it literally takes 5 minutes), You’ll earn $25 straightaway! You can learn all about OhmConnect here. We’ve been using it for 5+ years, and have saved hundreds on our SDG&E bill, and earned almost $1000 from OhmConnect.
And once again, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but…
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.
So, that’s it. I know, it’s kinda depressing, but I’ll be on the hunt for freebies for you this week, and I’ll report back on Friday morning.
Focus Group Connections is a research company located in Southern California. They conduct studies and surveys all over the US.
Currently, Focus Group Connection is looking for men and women to participate in an online consumer research project taking place between April 28th and May 12th. This study will be a two-hour online interview and will require that you have a desktop/laptop computer with high-speed internet and a working webcam.
The topic is alcohol. I looked over the pre-screener, and it appears to be about low-calorie/healthier beer/hard seltzer options/low gluten/gluten-free beers.
If you’re selected to participate, you will receive $150.00 for your time and insights.
The CSA emails us in advance to give us a heads up as to what may be in our boxes on Monday, so that’s helped me be able to meal prep.
The kids and I went to the store this morning and picked up milk and some stuff for their school lunches. OH YEAH- School starts full-time TOMORROW!!!
This past week we didn’t follow the meal plan because a mystery illness swept the household. Everyone is better, so hopefully, this week will easier. and also now with 50% more SCHOOL!
Veggies and fruit are delivered each Monday by Yasukochi Family Farms CSA. For $25, 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 $25. Seriously. It’s a deal. I spend about an hour on Monday afternoon cleaning and prepping veggies for the rest of the week.
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. If you are looking for a kitchen inventory printable, I like the kitchen inventories here. They are great printables.
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. The kids are nuts about pancakes. The Big Kid has been on a protein shake kick in the AM.
Lunch: Kids take lunch to school. I eat leftovers. Everyone rejoices.
Dinner: Usually, I do a crockpot meal on Mondays, but now that we are home all the time, we’ve been having an odd combination of fully home-cooked, scratch meals, and frozen entrees and veggies. I have been posting our meal plans on Instagram too- As well as pics of stuff we are doing to keep busy.
Please stay safe you guys!
Talk Back: What are you cooking for dinner this week?
Recently I learned about Hostess with the Mostess, and wow! I love throwing parties, and Hostess with the Mostess makes doing DIY parties a cinch and looks AMAZING.
If you are like me, I host 5-8 parties a year (pre and post-pandemic, but the post will def. be different/smaller). Birthdays, Girls Nights, Holidays (Our family 4th of July Party is LIT). In the past, I’ve handwritten labels, signs, and all sorts of party stuff. I love doing calligraphy, but with a Design Hero All Access Pass from Hostess with the Mostess, I have access to over 120 themes to make any event or party awesome! The Design Hero All-Access Pass also includes:
And the price- Incredible! Only $99 for a one-year pass, and my readers can save an extra $10 off with coupon code: hewesfamilyfun. If you love hosting parties, making special events even more special with customized printables (including invitations, cards, and wrapping paper), you have to check out Hostess with the Mostess!
Here are a few of the recent pieces I’ve made Hostess with the Mostess. My friend’s birthday is this week, and she loves Champagne. I made printables to go with her gift (which is a case of her favorite sparkling white wine).
Bonus! I’m giving away a one-year pass to one of my readers! Entering is easy. Leave a comment on this post with a memory of your favorite party. I’ll choose a winner on April 27, 2021. The winner will be notified via email!
This week I took it easy. I picked up a couple UFC’s (Unfinished Crafts) and finished them. No pics, as they are gifts.
I’ve been working so hard for the past few months and I’ve been feeling a little burned out, so this week you may have noticed fewer posts this week.
A new year means new birthday freebies. I put together a list for 2021. 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:
10 Free Disney Movie Insiders Points
Free BBQ with Rollors Party
Free Ultra Slim Computer Monitor
Possible Free Bliss Skincare Products
Possible Free 12 Piece Makeup Pencil Set
Free Ellenos Real Greek Yogurt
Free Lamination of COVID-19 Vaccine Card at Office Depot/Max
Free Bai Boost at Select Stores
Free Lane Bryant Gift Card Giveaway
Free Planters
Free Rise Brewing Co. Nitro Cold Brew Coffee
Free AHC Sensitive Antiperspirant Pads Sample Pack
Free Dentemp Oral Care Product
Free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Magnet
Free Life is Better with Clean Hands Magnet
Free Xyron Glue Gun
Free Maker’s Mark Ambassador Gifts Every Year
Free Hunter Athletics Products
Possible Free $150 Restaurants Research Study
Free Life is Better with Clean Hands Window Cling
Free $5 Debit Card for Those Who are Vaccinated
Free Subscription to Entrepreneur Magazine
Free La’Re Boudoir Beauty Body Balm & Mocha Scrub Sample
Free Moosejaw Flag
Free Sample of Michael Kors Wonderlust Sublime
Free Subscription to Cosmopolitan Magazine
Free 8×10 Photo Print at Walgreens
Free Urban Decay All Night Setting Spray – TikTok Users
Possible Free IL MAKIAGE Skincare Products
Free Gardening Gifts at Lowes in April
Free InfinitiPRO by Conair Luxe Pro Dryer
Free Jr. NBA Magnet
Teachers – Free School Mate Planners, Agendas, Folders & More
Free Sample of Astroglide Toy ‘N Joy
Deals:
My First Library Board Book Block 12-Book Set $9.59 (Reg. $16)
Fingerprint Smart Deadbolt Door Lock ONLY $134.99 (Reg $240)
Minimalist RFID Blocking Wallet ONLY $4.99 (Reg. $20)
Outdoor Tackle Box ONLY $9.88 (Reg. $19)
MUK LUKS Women’s Cheyenne Slippers ONLY $18.99 (Reg. $40)
Lunch Box Stove ONLY $34.95 Shipped (Reg. $60)
Time and Tru Women’s Feather Flats ONLY $9.00 (Reg. $15)
Mom Heart Shape Pendant Necklace ONLY $15 (Reg $75)
Comfort Insole Slip-on Sneakers ONLY $16.99 (Reg $50)
MUK LUKS Women’s Chiara Slippers ONLY $14.99 (Reg. $30)
ionvac SmartClean 2000 Robovac ONLY $99 (Reg. $180)
BioShock The Collection for Nintendo Switch $19.99 (Reg. $50)
MUK LUKS Women’s Groove Music Sandals ONLY $29.99 (Reg $60)
Rubbermaid 42-Piece Food Storage Set ONLY $19.98 at Walmart
Mom Heart Bangle Bracelet ONLY $15.99 at JCPenney (Reg $60)
Shark ION Robot Vacuum ONLY $149 (Reg $300)
Instant Pot VIVA 6-Qt 9-in-1 Multi-Cooker ONLY $59 (reg $99)
I was cruising my favorite coupon sites this morning and I found some great stuff.
The two sites I use the most for printable coupons are:
Here are a few coupons that have me kinda stoked:
Save $1.00 on ANY ONE (1) Garnier® Fructis® shampoo, conditioner, treatment or styling products (exclusions apply)
Save $1.00 on ANY ONE (1) Garnier® Whole Blends® shampoo, conditioner or treatment product (exclusions apply)
Save $1.00 on ANY ONE (1) L’Oreal Paris Elvive or Ever conditioner (excludes any 1oz. & 3oz. product, twin packs, value packs and kits)
Save $2.00 on any ONE (1) Degree Maximum Recovery Body Wash & Soak, Massage Bar Soap, Epsom Salt Muscle Soak, Deep Clean Bar Soap, or Body
And if you are looking for more ways to save, check out my Smart Phone App Page. It’s got all kinds of great apps to help you save and earn cash back on all of your grocery and home essential shopping!
AO Opinions is another Market Research company that I get information from. Right now they are recruiting for two upcoming research studies.
Project 1 is on the topic of Groceries
Compensation: $40-$90 (if chosen)
Open to: Ages 18-65
Study Date: Monday April 19th, 2021
To be considered, please fill out the screener questionnaire here.
Project 2 is on the topic of Entertainment.
Compensation: $250 (if chosen)
Open to: Ages 18-64
Study Dates: Monday, April 19, 2021 – Sunday, April 25, 2021 (approximately 3-hrs total)
To be considered, please fill out the screener questionnaire here.
Yum! It’s National
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day!
To celebrate, I’ve got a recipe and a deal from Fetch Rewards!
Instead of Wonder Bread and American Cheese Singles, let’s get a little more adult and celebrate with a 4-Way Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
4-Way Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients
Directions:
Fetch Rewards is hooking us up with a great deal to celebrate the day!
Buy 1 Sargento Sliced Cheese and 1 Sara Lee product, any variety through 4/12/2021 and you’ll earn 1000 points!
And if you are new to Fetch Rewards, you can sign up and earn a 2000 point bonus when you scan in your first receipt. And you probably have a receipt in your purse or wallet.
If you are new Fetch Rewards, learn more about it here. What I love is that it is not store specific, which is great. Use my code ND2TB when you sign up and share the love (and referral points!). When you sign up, leave your referral code in the comments!
The CSA emails us in advance to give us a heads up as to what may be in our boxes on Monday, so that’s helped me be able to meal prep and write up this post last night.. But I went to bed early and forgot to hit POST.
I picked up a full order from Dream Dinners on Friday afternoon, and I’ve got three DD meals planned for this week. I’m working through the freezer too, and I’m planning on making vegetable soup with some homemade stock in the freezer and some freshly frozen veggies. I freeze fresh veggies towards the end of the week so that we have room in the fridge for all of the new CSA goodies.
Veggies and fruit are delivered each Monday by Yasukochi Family Farms CSA. For $25, 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 $25. Seriously. It’s a deal. I spend about an hour on Monday afternoon cleaning and prepping veggies for the rest of the week.
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. If you are looking for a kitchen inventory printable, I like the kitchen inventories here. They are great printables.
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. The kids are nuts about pancakes. The Big Kid has been on a protein shake kick in the AM.
Lunch: The little kiddo and I usually have something quick and filling, lately it’s been sandwiches on croissants, and strawberry yogurt. Big kid takes his lunch to school.
Dinner: Usually, I do a crockpot meal on Mondays, but now that we are home all the time, we’ve been having an odd combination of fully home-cooked, scratch meals, and frozen entrees and veggies. I have been posting our meal plans on Instagram too- As well as pics of stuff we are doing to keep busy.
Please stay safe you guys!
Talk Back: What are you cooking for dinner this week?
Hewes Family Fun 