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Episode 25- SPECIAL EDITION 25 Motherhood Tips/Observations

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I am all about celebrating small successes. Getting to Episode 25 is a huge one for me! I literally just sat down and came up with 25 tips and observations I’ve had over my almost 9 years of being a mom. Some are practical, some are opinion, and some are a little vulnerable. I’m happy you are here with me. I know you’ll be able to relate to a lot of these!

Listen to Episode 25 on your favorite podcast app or listen directly below.

SHOW NOTES: This post contains affiliate links. You don’t pay any extra, and I earn a small commission. I’d also like to call attention if prices I mentioned in this episode were prices I paid at the current time and may not reflect the prices you would pay at the time of reading or listening to this.

Marpac Dohm-SS Single Speed All-Natural White Noise Sound Machine
Vtech KidiZoom Camera

**The adorable picture I referenced for my #25 thing is Poof! Missing! Of course…. I should probably come up with a better organization system. If I ever find it again, I’ll post it here. But, just picture two little adorable toddlers with marker ALLLLLLLL over their faces. 🙂

Episode 24- Don’t Light $20 On Fire

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In this episode, you’ll walk away with some practical applications of what not to do with raw meat, a way for you to wow your guests if you’re entertaining for Easter, and introduce you to a smoke free bonfire. Thank you for adding this podcast to part of your week. As always, if you have any additions to add for a future episode, please email me at Laura@shortcutshopper.com.

Listen to Episode 24 on your favorite podcast app or on the player below. Happy Listening!

SHOW NOTES: This post contains affiliate links. You don’t pay any extra, and I earn a small commission. I’d also like to call attention if prices I mentioned in this episode were prices I paid at the current time and may not reflect the prices you would pay at the time of reading or listening to this.

Laura Lessons
beef light money on fire

Pondering Purchases
Solo stove bonfire pit
Auto feeder for the cats
Esalon or Madison Reed hair color

Trying
Litter Robot

Loving
Keller’s butter sculpted bunny at target

News
Lucky Charms Is Helping Families Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2021 With New Brand Partnerships
-working with Hasbro on a Lucky Charms Themed Candy Land Board (can buy on their website)
-working with Cold Stone Creamery Ice cream place with a special gold glitter ice cream and shake spotlight
-working with Crocs who themed charms including horseshoes, clovers and blue moons to celebrate the holiday (Wow!! I tried to find the link for you, but I just confirmed with Crocs Customer Service….they are sold out! Obviously, these were a huge hit!)

Disney is closing close to 20% of their North American stores & embracing the shift to online shopping.

Sonic is launching a line of eight hard seltzers using the restaurant chain’s slush flavors including Cherry Limeade, Orange Pineapple and Melon Medley. Will be in supermarkets nationwide starting May 1st. Pepsico has also started to do this as well. Non-Alcoholic beverage companies trying to tap into the popular seltzer category.

Episode 23- Canned Snow Doesn’t Melt Off Windows

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In this episode, I talk about the air quality in my house, my dog (Rusty) being an old fart, a delicious new honey I tried that YOU just to have to get, and many other things, of course. Glad you’re here! You can listen to Episode 23 on your favorite podcast app or listen directly on the player below. Enjoy!

SHOW NOTES: This post contains affiliate links. You don’t pay any extra, and I earn a small commission. I’d also like to call attention if prices I mentioned in this episode were prices I paid at the current time and may not reflect the prices you would pay at the time of reading or listening to this.

Laura Lessons
If you put canned snow on your windows for Christmas, you will have to clean it off one day.

Pondering
Walmart+ – I like the premise, but I am VERY concerned about my refrigerated items keeping cold upon delivery!
Air purifier Winix True HEPA 4 Stage Air Purifier with Wi-Fi – The kitties are causing me to get another one

Trying
New dog bowl to try and prevent Rusty’s ears from carrying his next dinner
Dish Detergent (Finish powerball max in 1)

Loving
Finally found a mask that Ellie approves! (Bespoke washable face covering YOUTH size)
Mikes Hot Honey (SOOOOO amazingly good!)

News
-Chick-Fil-A sauces are now sold in the grocery store!
-As states start lifting mask wearing protocols, many retailers have chosen to not update. (So far, Kroger, Target, Aldi, and Home Depot fall in that category. So, basically this just means, have your mask handy.)
–Albertsons is trying out robot grocery delivery within a 3 mile radius of store.

Episode 22- SNOVID 2021 Products I Used (Special Edition)

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Wow! Most of the country and Texas in a BIG WAY (where I live) was hit with a terrible winter storm that is being referred to as SNOVID 2021. 🙂 My family was without power for 50+ hours in extremely low temperatures. To say it was hard is an understatement.

In this episode, I give a recap of my family’s experience and list out the products I was grateful to have on hand. We were not prepared to be without heat! I learned a lot and want to learn so much more, so I can help YOU be prepared for anything like that in the future.

Listen to Episode 22 on your favorite podcast app or simply click on the button below. I’ll talk to you soon!

SHOW NOTES: This post contains affiliate links. You don’t pay any extra, and I earn a small commission. I’d also like to call attention if prices I mentioned in this episode were prices I paid at the current time and may not reflect the prices you would pay at the time of reading or listening to this.

Weber grill (this one is similar to what I have. We actually redeemed points for ours close to 10 years ago and it’s still going strong!)
Calphalon stainless steel pot (forgot to mention this one! We put this pot on the grill. I can’t find a link to the one I have)
Gas fire place Witt gas logs
RTIC ice chest (this is the exact one I have. I’m really happy with it. I ended up finding this on sale at one point) 
Rusty’s crate (this is what I stacked my food in and filled with snow.)
Episode 007- A Tale of Turmoil (My raccoon episode)
Lighter
Glow sticks
Lantern flash light Costco doesn’t have the ones I have anymore, but these are the same concept
Hand warmers
Cars
Carbon monoxide detector
Snow
Foil
Deep freezer I believe this is how large mine is. I don’t recall paying this much money, but it was a big purchase. I’ve had mine for about 8 years now
Fleece lined leggings
Hats
Snow Gloves These are the ones I bought the girls from Bass Pro
Plenty of food
Wine
Resolve Carpet Cleaner
Sled
Tarp