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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

Episode 21- I Need To Stop Calling 911

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This week’s episode shares a very important Laura Lesson that all iPhone users need to hear. Of course, I share my pondering purchases, items I’m trying, loving, and more. You can listen on your favorite podcast app or listen 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.

LAURA LESSONS
Apple directions for SOS calling

PONDERING PURCHASES
Venus Fly Trap Plant
Litter Robot

TRYING
Pet Grooming Glove Hair Remover Brush (this is the one I have). This one also has good reviews.
Mkicesky Contour Pillow  – Lady Size

LOVING
Vetworks Pill Treats (look at your Costco warehouse)
Grillo’s Pickles….oh my gosh. so good!

NEWS
Coca-Cola is expanding their Topo Chico line- new flavor is Twist of Tangerine.

Secret and Old Spice are launching refillable antiperspirant cases. They will also be expanding their offering of aluminum free deodorants in recyclable paper tube packaging made of 90% recycled paperboard.

Ikea is launching a line of furniture and accessories with more than 30 items designed for video gaming this year. includes gaming desk and chairs, accessories, etc.

Shake Shack is teaming up with Door Dash and Boys II Men for a very special Valentine’s virtual concert called Love Delivered. Check it out on February 14, 2021 at 8pm EST. Here’s a promo video for it with the details

Episode 20: Beware! Pokemon Will Suck Your Wallet Dry!

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The biggest takeaway from Episode 20 is to remember to breathe and take a step back when your kids get on the bandwagon of everything Pokemon! Learn from my mistake! Of course, I’m also sharing my pondering purchases, what I’m trying, loving, and the latest consumer news I think YOU might be interested in.

Also please email me at Laura@shortcutshopper.com and tell me if you LOVE your pillow and what it is. In fact, if you just LIKE your pillow, that’s good enough for me. I’d love to share some responses on a future episode.

Listen to the episode on your favorite podcast app or click the play button below. Have a great week!

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: Don’t give in to your kids whims of Pokemon! Here’s what I purchased them: https://amzn.to/2MAkvFJ

Pondering Purchases: Always Pan by Our Place (click the link for $20 off) Blue Light Glasses, Shower Head

Trying: Serenity by Tempur-Pedic Mattress Topper , Mercari (this is my referral link)

Loving: Waterpik Powerpulse Therapeutic Massage Hand Held Showerhead, Theragun (it’s pricey but really works well.) I would also recommend looking at Sharper Image Deep Tissue Percussion Pro Massager ($99), Jeff’s Garden Jalapeno Peppers (good crunch to them!)

BIGGEST NEWS: Kroger is testing 20 smart shopping carts that tally up your items as you shop

Walmart launched it’s 3,000th store that delivers groceries. To celebrate, they are waiving grocery delivery fees off 3 orders of $50 or more. Use promo code: “delivery”….valid nationwide!

Episode 19- Do Not Reward Your Kids With Fish

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It’s been too long since my last podcast episode, but here we are…..new name (Shortcut Shopper)…new year….2021 🙂 Each episode with be broken into categories usually ranging with what I’m loving, pondering purchases, Laura Lessons, what I’m trying, and relevant product/services news that I think will be of value to you.

Thank you for being here with me! You can listen to Episode 19 on your favorite podcast app or click 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.

LAURA LESSONS
GloFish Aquarium Kit Fish Tank with LED Lighting and Filtration Included (This is similar to what I purchased)

LOVING

3 in 1 Cosco Folding Series Hand Truck/Cart/Platform Cart (that I bought at Costco. 🙂

Brother P-touch PTD210 Label Maker See the end of this post for pictures of Hannah’s label creations…I think Ellie helped a bit on some of them as well. 🙂

TRYING
Sutera Dream Deep Memory Foam Pillow– this is actually a link to a 2 pack. I personally like ordering on Amazon, because it’s fast, but you can check out Sutera’s direct website if you only want one.

Vetworks Pet Pill Treats- I couldn’t find these on Costco’s website, but they are definitely at my warehouse. Check your warehouse in the pet aisle.

Noom– They got me with the ads.🙂 Here is my referral link if you’ve been on the fence like me. We’ll see how it turns out!🙂

PONDERING PURCHASES

Fabric Shaver– going to use this to get those little fabric bumps off my kids socks!!

Satin pillowcases– supposed to help lessen knots and tangles in hair. If I was going with real silk (which is the best), I would probably get this: Hydrophonic Starter Kit- I want to grow real lettuce in water!!!

NEWS
Coca-Cola Coffee launched this week
Apple is testing foldable iphones, inphone finger print reader and will be launching airtags later this year
Barilla now has spotify playlists that time perfect with cooking their pasta

Hannah went rogue and stole my label maker! See pics below: