Who doesn't like saving?

Seriously who doesn't like saving? And with being on a budget everyone can use a little extra. I am all for saving, and helping provide things for my family. These are just some things you can easily do and save money without to much effort.

1.  Couponing

Couponing is a great way to save money for your family and get the things that you need for your family. Here are some sites, and groups I found to help with all this.

• https://www.facebook.com/groups/gianteaglecouponers/
• http://www.ladysavings.com/

   2.  Product Testing

   Product testing does require some time. As you have to order the products(this usually requires Amazon prime to get free 2 day shipping), then once it arrives you have to test it out, and then leave a honest review about it on Amazon. Amazon has some strict rules, which can be found HERE. Below are a couple starter sites for you. There are review groups on facebook but the majority of them want you to be fairly versed in reviewing before joining. You can get awesome items some that maybe you needed anyways!

• https://www.amzreviewtrader.com/  (This is my personal favorite)
• http://homeproducttesting.org/ 
• https://www.snagshout.com
• http://ahdeo.com/Pages/login.aspx (invite only)
• http://www.thirdvoicemarketing.com/ (this is a more elite one with big items like fitbits, crockpots, ect.)
• http://shopwithreviews.com/page.php?id=13
• http://amazingdealsgroup.com/

  3. Earning Giftcards

       This is a great way to get some cash for Christmas, or just random purchases.

• www.swagbucks.com/refer/LuvrofMCR
• http://www.instagc.com/192147
• http://producttube.com/ (this requires you filming short videos use referral code XXEMO8020)

Phone apps

          You can use these paired with your every day purchases to get some money back in the form of gift card or cash

• Ibotta (use referral code 9ddyg to join my team)
• ReceiptHog (use referral code stent760 to get free spins)
• Savings Star
• Checkout 21
• walmarts receipt app

Survey sites:

• https://www.pineconeresearch.com/index.asp
• https://www.valuedopinions.com/eng/home/dashboard/
• https://www.springboardamerica.com/Portal/members/default.aspx
• https://www.yourword.com/

This should be a pretty good start, I will add more as I think of them/as I come across them. Also feel free to ask questions, I'll do my best to help. Also you can check out facebook and blogs for LOADS of giveaways! 

• These are just links to help you. I do not own any of them. I take no responsibility for them. These links all belong to other companies, and again I have no responsibility when it comes to them or you, or your use of them.

My Body Utopia Review

There are so many harsh chemicals in nearly everything we use anymore, including products we use on ourselves every day like soap and deodorant. Now there are lots of diy ideas out there on the internet but if you are like me you just don't have the time for that kind of thing. Usually I am so busy running around and doing everything under the sun that the very idea of making my own deodorant sounds crazy. Sure you have a few "natural" deodorants in the store as well...but honestly I haven't found one of them that works for me. 

My Body Utopia is a different story though. They not only have natural deodorant but they have a pretty nice variety when it comes to scents. Guys never fear! They even have great manly scents for you!

I personally was given the chance to try their Fruity splash deodorant. They come in a very nice sized little stick, making it very easy to use and put on...but it also seems to last for a good long time as well. The scent isn't to over powering but it does smell very nice and really seems to do a good job at keeping me from smelling even on the really hot days. 

Along with the Fruity Splash deodorant I was also able to try out their Dude Degreaser soap...or rather my husband was able too. First thing he noticed when he opened the soap was the "manly smell". He said it reminded him of a different, non-natural deodorant that he used to use. However, the best part is it actually does it's job very well and even when my husband spend the day out at the farm fixing the tractors he is usually able to clean up quickly with this. After he was all finished he had no residue left on him from the oil or from the soap itself.

Other than the fact that they are natural, they are also much safer to use, because you have a lot less chance of an allergic reaction. So they are perfect for anyone with sensative skin. 

If you are interested you can find there items on the following pages:
http://www.mybodyutopia.com/collections/all?page=1
https://www.facebook.com/mybodyutopia

• I received these items for free or at a discount in order to test and inspect and give an honest and unbiased opinion on.
• I do not own or run the external links provided.

Chocolate Coconut water! Review!

Eating healthy has turned into a main concern for my family. My son loves this stuff! He calls it chocolate milk for some weird reason, but he loves it so I won't complain. Usually for breakfast I will give him about half a cup and then for lunch he gets a cup and for dinner he gets another. He's pretty much hooked now. He will ask for it multiple times through out the day. I am very glad because before this we were a pretty hard core soda family. Lately we have been trying to drink more healthy stuff, and this has really helped on cutting out the bad soda. The chocolate flavor is nice and rich and really gives the coconut water a completely different taste.

Our favorite is freezing this delicious water in his little rocket ship molds and making home made popsicles. Nothing is as good as home made popsicles, and you add the fact that these are pretty healthy for you and you have a sure fire winner. 

If you are interested in trying this for yourself feel free to check it out Here

• I received this item for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
• I do not own amazon

Coffee Grinder Review!

I paired this awesome coffee grinder with my french press and they are a match made in heaven. My husband works night shifts and where he works they do not have a coffee maker so I got him this coffee grinder and a french press, now he can enjoy fresh coffee whenever he needs it. The grinder itself seems very durable and like itwould lasta good long time. My husband has already accidently knocked it over a couple of times with no issues.

The grinder is very easy to use and the glass makes it a very easy clean, so my husband can just clean it at work and keep it there. He now swearsby this thing, and has repeatidly told meifit ever breaks we are buying a new one right away.

If you are interested in checking it out it can be found HERE!

• I received this item for free for my inspection and honest opinion.
• I do not own amazon.

Anti-cellulite Review!

After two kids cellulite became an unfortunate issue for me. My worst areas were certainly my upper legs and my stomach. As most women are, I was ashamed of it and tended to hide it as best I could, but truthfully what person wants to be ashamed of their body? No one! So I started looking for solutions, as everyone knows there are about a million different anti-cellulite creams out there,so shopping for them and finding the right one is definitely overwhelming. What works for one might not work for the other unfortunately. 

However this one I found woks great for me. The best part about this cream of course is that it is all natural which is a massive plus for me! The cream is easy to use, you simply squirt a little in your hands and rub it into the desired area. it absorbs fast and doesn't leave any nasty oily residue like I have had some others do in the past.  After about two weeks of use I started noticing a difference in the cellulite, it seems to be fading and becoming lighter. I am very excited to see more results.

If you are interested in checking this out for yourself it can be found HERE!

• I received this item free for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• I do not own or control amazon.

Furniture Afterlife

A lot of time I fall behind in the cleaning, given that I have two little ones, dusting is the least of my worries. This furniture polish really helps me keep up with keeping my furniture looking the best it can! It smells really good to begin with, it has a very nice and citrus smell to it, so I don't have to worry about getting headaches from it.

It's very easy to use as well, which is always a good thing. I just spray a little onto a rag and then quickly wipe down my furniture,and in no time at all it is looking and smelling great. This gives the furniture a nice clean shine, and helps keep the dust off of it as well. This bottle will last us a good long time I am sure.

If you are interested in checking this polish out for yourself, you can find it HERE

• I received this item for free for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• This page contains links to amazon which I do not own or run.

Toddler pillow and pillow case Review!

My son is terrible with pillows. They usually don't last him a very long time at all. He has ripped his pillows, he has spilled things on it, and so much more. I've been looking for a good alternative that would hold up better to him.

This pillow and pillow case have been exactly what I was looking for. Not only do they hold up pretty well to him and all his playing with them(because come on it's never just a pillow), but this pillow is also super easy to wash which with kids it is ALWAYS a plus! The  pillowcase is just as easy to wash and seems to withstand the dirt extremely well. 

The best part of this is that it is perfectly his size. It's smaller than a normal pillow and he loves that it is just his size, fitting great on his toddler bed. 

If you are interested in trying them out for yourself the pillow can be found HERE and the pillowcase can be found HERE'

• I received this item at a complete discount for my honest and unbiased opinion
• This post contains a link to amazon, which I do not own or control.

Healthy pancake recipe! and coconut water review

I've never really used coconut water before. Sure I've heard of it, but never actually tried it. I decided to look up a recipe and put my own spin to it and give it a try.

Here's the recipe for some yummy pancakes

1 cup flour
1 1/2 T Sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1tsp salt
1 half cup of blueberries
1 C coconut water
1 1/2 T coconut oil (melted)
1 egg

And to cook them you just mix all the ingredients together and fry the pancakes like normal. Soon you will be enjoying delicious and healthy pancakes!

The price for this coconut water is actually very reasonable and can be found HERE

• I received this item for free for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• This post contains outside links.

Waist trimmer! Review!

I wasn't to sure how to use this thing at first to be honest with you.  The waist trimmer seems very well made, and all the fabric seems perfect. The stitching seems nice and even with no lose threads. The trimmer is very adjustable and will fit almost anyone. It looks fine under clothing to which is a huge plus for me.

Now on to what this is for. The basic idea is that it will help you sweat out your access water. Which in return will help you slim down and lose weight. It seems to work pretty well for me. You can wear it all day, or just when you are working out. It all depends on which you prefer. I like to wear it all day as it makes you look and feel slimmer, and it looks great underneath clothing!

If you are interested in checking out this product you can find it HERE

• I received this item for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• I do not own amazon or sell this item, sorry.

Bluetooth headphones! Review!

Working out is so much easier when you aren't tethered to your music player! I love working out but who likes working out in the silence is not the funnest thing in the world. However some times you just can''t have speakers, maybe because you have other people around you or maybe because you are outside and can't have them. 

This really eliminates that issue. I can listen to my music without the annoying cords, and without getting tangled or anything. I love these things, they are so easy to use and connect seamlessly to my ipod. The best part is that I don't have any issues with static or interference.

If you are interested in checking these out for yourself they can be found HERE

• I received this item for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• I do not own or sell on amazon.

Teething Pendant Review!

My little girl just turned a year old this past week. Unfortunately she is still teething and some days it's been miserable. However teething pendants are such a good way to deal with this issue. This teething necklace has a soft silicone pendant on it that is absolutely great for her to chew on. It's gentle on her gums but tough enough that it helps ease the pain. The fact that it is made out of silicone also makes it really easy to clean when she is done with it.

However this necklace has a double use. I'm also nursing my daughter and this works great as a nursing necklace. It gives her something to play with while she is eating, and it keeps her from pinching me(which for some reason she has a fascination with while eating). 

If you are interested in checking it out for yourself you can find it HERE

Magnetic close shoes! Review!

Sometimes getting kids to wear shoes is one of the hardest parenting jobs. My son hates shoes. Not that I can blame him cause generally I don't like shoes either. However he is rather fond of his boots, but I knew with summer coming boots aren't really reasonable. It gets so hot here in the summer! 

I am so glad I got selected to try these sandals. They work so well and he loves them. The coolest thing is that they have magnetic closures so he feels special because he can fasten them without my help! Another reason he really loves these shoes is because they have awesome cars on them, and he just loves the cars.

If you are interested in checking these awesome sandals out for yourself you can find them HERE

• I received this item for my honest and unbiased opinion.
• I do not own or control amazon sorry.

Chalk marker and label review

I have seen these chalk markers pretty much every where and I knew I wanted to give them a try. So when I was selected to try out these calk markers afood for nd the labels I was so excited! This set included 10 markers, 2 extra tips for them and 8 chalk board labels. I thought it was a very nice set. 

I have to admit I LOVED this. The chalk board labels are so easy to put on and write on, and then to rewrite on them you simply clean them off with a little water and you are ready to go. The chalk markers really have so many uses!! I used my chalk board markers and labels to label my herb plants. They work perfectly on my planters and stick fairly well, just avoid getting the back of them dirty as it will keep them from sticking.

I have also used the markers alone to make signs, and even label my food for in the fridge or freeze, just allow them to dry before putting them in or else it will mess it up. Definitely a useful set to keep around the house.

If you are interested in checking these out for yourself they can be found HERE

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• This post contains links to sites i don't own or control.

Blue tooth headphones review!

I have been trying to get more active, with summer on it's way(sort of...if Pa ever makes up it's mind) I am hoping to get out more. Walking with the kids is one of my favorite hobbies, but sometimes it would be nice to listen to music when I am walking, but come on no one wants to deal with the mess of the cords. Well, these headphones completely eliminate that issue! 

These headphones are bluetooth so all you have to do is set up your music and your phone or mp3 player, put the player in your pocket and put the headphones on and you will be all set! The sounds is pretty awesome and they are a perfect fit in my ears. They are really nice and soft head phones and work well with my ipod.

If you would like to see more about these headphones you can check them out Here

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• This contains a link to amazon. I do not run that site or sell this item,

PurSabino Yoga Socks Review

I love trying new things, and yoga has always been something I have been interested in trying.

 So when I was selected to try these socks I was definitely excited. When I first got them I was a little confused by them as was my husband. However, I quickly put them on, got out my mat and gave them a shot. It didn't take long to realize just why they look the way they do.

The open toes make it easy for you to be able to move around and get into different positions, but they also really help you grip the yoga mat as well. The socks were a good fit, not to tight but not falling down while I was wearing them either. 

If you are interested in checking out these Yoga Socks they can be found Here.

• Disclosure: I received one or more of the products mentioned above in exchange for review from Giveaway Service website. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. Reference ID: pm917fac06d4daae681dabfe964ca8c74e
• Remember amazons prices are always changing I can not control this.

Pillow case review!

Pillow cases, I know everyone thinks every pillow case is the same.Usually I agree because I'm not really one to be to picky. The set that I received came in pink, which works great because I have a little girl and she just loves this color, of course she is one so she loves all colors. It is a very vibrant color and the case itself seemed to be pretty well made, with no lose strings or tears or rips in the fabric. 

As you can see they came in a set of two, which is ideal because most people have two pillows on their bed. it came very neatly packaged and even though my ups man left it out in the rain it was completely untouched.

If you are interested in checking out these pillow cases they can be found here once they are back in stock.

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• This post contains a link to a site I do not own or run.

Incredible Dorka Ebook Review.

I love reading and thankfully I passed that to my children. My little girl and my little boy adore reading with mommy and daddy, so naturally when I got a childrens book to review I was happy. However my happiness didn't last long. When I hear kids book I sort of expect pictures...and was sad to see the only picture was on the front of the book(though this may have just been the copy I was sent). So needless to say my kids weren't very interested because they are at the stage where the pictures kind of make it easier to follow along. 

The story itself wasn't bad and it would have been a great read for this kids, but again without pictures they just weren't really interested in it. maybe it was meant for older children than mine and perhaps if they were older they would have enjoyed it more but for now really all I can say is it was a cute and good story, definitely not for toddlers as there are no pictures.

• I received this item for my honest opinion, yours might vary from mine.

Bubble bathReview

My kids love bubble baths but so do I! It's a great chance for mom to relax without the kids and a great break. When I got selected to try this bubble bath out I was super excited. When I received it, it was wrapped tightly in bubble wrap, so their were no issues with it breaking or spilling. The bottle itself was a little smaller than I was expecting but I quickly learned that a little bit of this stuff goes a long way. 

It has an amazing smell that really makes you feel relaxed. Not only does it smell good but it also dissolves completely in the water and doesn't leave any gross residue like some other bubble bath I have used in the past. It is also all natural which means it is gentle enough to use on a baby as well! Not only is it bubble bath but it is also good for shampoo and body wash making it a great 3-in-1 product.

If you are interested in checking out this product it can be found HERE

And you can check out their facebook page HERE

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• This contains links to other pages that are not mine and I have nothing to do with.

Dish cloths Review!

I wasn't to sure about the idea of these scrub cloths at first, but after trying them first hand I am very pleased. Where I live we have really terrible hard water, which makes it nearly impossible to keep any dishcloth or sponge for long because they start smelling after a couple uses. This is different, i didn't have that problem at all, plus they are washer safe, so when they need it I just toss them in the laundry and they are good to go allover again.

They work well on dishes and are gentle enough that I can use them on my non-stick pans as well as all my other dishes. Which is another bonus cause I don't have to switch cleaning cloths while doing dishes I can just use the same one for everything. 

If you are interested in trying out these new washcloths they can be found HERE

• I received this item at a discount for my honest opinion.
• Amazon's prices are always changing I can't help this

Aeropress Metal Filter review

The Aeropess is a great coffee maker but with all coffee makers you need a good filter. Luckily I was chosen to product test this one by The Bean tree company, and I am very pleased. it works perfectly with my Aeropress and the best part about it is reusable and super easy to clean as well. The stainless steel it is made of makes it last for a good long time, especially if you take care of it.

Such a better and more green option than those paper ones! This is a money saving and all in all a great option! It's durable and seems to be well made, I've been using it for a couple weeks now without an issue.

I use this to make my favorite coffee and it really helps brew the perfect cup every time. The filter is just the right thickness, it keeps all the grounds out of my coffee and makes a great cup.

The filter also comes with a 60 day free trail so if you end up not liking it then you can return it for full refund. That's a pretty good deal if you ask me.

If you are interested in learning more check it out HERE!

Gold Class Matcha! Review

Admittedly I wasn't sure how this worked or how to use it when this arrived. I was expecting like a loose leaf tea, though if I had read I would have realized that's not what this was. This comes in a 1.06 oz tin. You mix about 1tsp in to every 2ozs of water, more or less if you prefer a stronger or less strong taste. Then you simply drink it! It has such a rich and delicious tea!

The little tin makes a good amount of tea, but this is pretty much the top quality that you can get, and it is generally only used for ceremonial reasons, however it is delicious enough that you can drink it any time! This tea isn't just delicious but it also has amazing benefits! This is great for your immune system and great for your digestive system as well. It has a lot more benefits to so if you are interested I highly recommend looking more into it and doing some research on the internet.

If you are interested in trying this it can be found HERE for around 25 dollars.

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• Amazon is always changing their prices I can not control this.

Hot chocolate review!

If you're like me then you love delicious drinks! I've always loved hot chocolate, so naturally when I was selected to test a k-cup version of hot chocolate I was super excited! Turns out I had every reason to be excited because this hot chocolate is rich and delicious! Truthfully it's some of the best hot chocolate I have ever had, and it's even better because they are k-cups so they are quick and easy, and would be great for a cold day!

This came in a 24 pack, which is pretty big, making 24 cups of hot chocolate. The price is great, especially compared to most k-cups. They are rich and delicious, truly a great cup of hot chocolate.

If you are interested in trying this for yourself you can purchase it HERE for about $16 right now! That's a steal for this many k-cups!

• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• Amazon's prices are always changing I can't help that.

MeasuPro Blood Pressure monitor

High blood pressure has always ran high in my husbands family,and that has always been a big concern of mine. He is a hard working guy, so getting him to go to the doctors is no easy task, between everything we have going on and the fact that he is so stubborn it is pretty much impossible to get him to go to the doctors unless he is practically dying.

So naturally getting a chance to try out a blood pressure cuff was kind of a great thing for me! Or rather him. The MeasuPro blood pressure monitor is a pretty simple product to use. Their aren't a lot of buttons and it is a pretty straight forward system, though you should always read directions to be safe. The system can store 60 records for 2 people, for a total of 120 recorded measurements.

If you are interested in checking it out for yourself it can be found HERE for right around 55 dollars at the moment which is a great deal for peace of mind.

• Remember Amazons prices are always changing I can't control this.
• I received this item for my honest opinion
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Vanilla Mint Deodorant Creme! Review! AND GIVEAWAY!!!!!

 I got the privilege of trying this Vanilla Mint Deodorant Creme thanks to Tomoson! I am always looking for natural alternatives for things, and deodorant is one I've never had any luck with. Sure there are other natural deodorants out there but none of them seemed to last or work for me. I had pretty much given up on the idea of a natural alternative when I seen this. 

It works excellent for me, and have a very nice smell to it. A lot better than most normal deodorant that I have tried. It's pretty easy to use and put on, you simply get a small dab on your finger and rub it into your arm pits. A little bit goes a long way and the 2oz container will probably last you a good long time.

Not only did I get to try this awesome natural deodorant but one of my lucky readers will be able to as well! You read that right the company is giving one lucky reader their own 2oz container to try for themselves!  So if you want to win this giveaway here is how I am going to run it: Everyone comment on this blog post once telling me, Do you prefer natural items or do you not care either way? For a second entry visit my facebook page HERE, feel free to like it if you want. I will then take the comments and use random.org to select a winner! Will pick a winner on 4/30

If you can't wait and want to purchase this for yourself it can be found HERE

• I am not sending out this product I am not responsible for prize fulfillment, that is solely Bella Organics job.
• I received this item for my honest opinion.
• The winner of the giveaway will be RANDOM

Fractionated Coconut oil! Review

I got the pleasure of testing this Fractionated Coconut oil for free thanks to Tomoson and I must say I am in love! It has so many amazing uses! Not only that but it is hypoallergenic, and so soft that its safe for on babies. It has no smell to it, but you can easily add your own smell! It also works as a great carrier oil for essential oils!

Not only is this coconut oil great to add with essential oils but it is also great for a lot more uses. Here are some of my personal favorites!

• diaper cream
• Soaps
• lotions
• bodywscrubs

I also found out the painful way that it is great on burns. One night I spilled a boiling cup of tea all over my hand, after looking for ways to relieve the pain i quickly found lots of places that said to mix a little coconut oil with lavender and rub it into the burnt area. It worked awesome and really helped reduce the pain in my hand.

If you are interested in trying out this coconut oil yourself it can be found HERE for right around 14 dollars!