My name is Angie and I’m a Verified Influencer for Dealspotr.com. Have you heard of it?  It’s quickly becoming one of my fave sites as a deal hunter.  With a more custom deal finding experience with the New Feeds that have been added, interests, and following your dealspotr friends, what is not to love?

What Is It?

Dealspotr is run by Zipfworks.  With the idea that finding products and deals isn’t the latest billboard or magazine ad anymore. It’s people sharing product on facebook, blogging about a cool find, instagramming that dress you love,  or tweeting to people about the good deal you just grabbed. I mean look at what Chewbacca mom did for Kohls!

On Dealspotr you can get coupons for the stores you want, learn about a clearance only people that sign up for the newsletter know about, and catch amazing product deals that savvy deal hunters find both online and off.

Dealspotr has added aspects like “Feeds” (read more below) to allow you to have a more customized deal finding experience.

Why Dealspotr?

First of all, it’s FREE, so no worries there. It’s not just a coupon site.  Think of it more as a social media site for people wanting to save money.

There are feeds. Feeds for newly listed stores, feeds for “hot deal” leadersboard so you know who to follow to find the best deals, feeds for interests…like if you’re a foodie and you really want to stay up to date on restaurant deals you can follow the “Restaurants and Eating” feed. If you are always on the look out for deals and gift ideas you can follow the “Gifts and Gift Ideas” feed (curated by yours truly).  There are feeds for outdoor enthusiasts, fashionistas, and more.

It’s also a sort of social network. Follow your friends, discover your favorite deal hunters, comment on deals, post deals you find, spot deals you like, so on and so forth.

Maybe a big draw to the site is you earn points for doing lots of things. You earn points for posting deals, you earn points if you deal goes “hot”, you earn points for commenting on other’s posts, earn points for referring our friends, and earn points for correctly spotting hot deals.  What do you do with those points?  Turn them into FREE Amazon gift cards.  Seriously.

With the new Feeds find the deals you actually want as soon as you log into Dealspotr. You can always add more or remove more categories as you discover Dealspotr.

How Do I Create An Account?

I told you how you could earn points but didn’t really show you how.  The first thing you’ll need to do is register for a Dealspotr account (yes it’s free).  You’ll be taken to a page that looks like this

This is where you’ll create your username that will show up when you post, create your password, and register the email you want to use to get notifications for things like when you gain a referral, one of your deals go hot, etc.

You can see in the screenshot you can earn points at registration. You will then be taken to a page to choose interests.  You’ll see feeds for deals in the categories you choose and will be listed under “My interests” in your account. Then you’ll choose a few stores to follow and it will generate your initial deal feed. Don’t worry you can change and add more later if you like.

 

**NEW** How Feeds Work

Feeds is a newer feature on Dealspotr. As mentioned above, when you create a Dealspotr account You’ll select stores to follow and interests.  You can always add or remove some later. Once you’re signed up you can also follow other Dealspotrs like @LuvSavingMoney for example.

This is the beginning of setting up your feeds.  Feeds are a way to get a more catered way of seeing the deals you want to see.  Perhaps you don’t have pets so you’re really not interested in seeing pet supply deals. Maybe you’re not the outdoorsy type so deals from stores like Gander Mountain or REI aren’t really of interest to you.

Once you’re logged in you’ll see deals from your interests, stores you follow, and other Dealspotrs you follow.  If you’d rather just see deals from your favorite stores you can click the “stores” link in the “Your Feed” bar.  at the top.

You might also notice the box to the left in the picture above. It says “Your Feed”  and then lists things like “On Fire Deals” and “Hot Deals” which are the popular deals in your feed.  “My Deals” would be deals you have posted.

To add more interests, stores, etc go to the top of your screen on Dealspotr. You’ll see categories for, Deals, Interests, Brands, and People. Each has their own drop down box to let you choose from different options. Find hot deals, Automotive deals, just added brands, etc.

For instance, I clicked on interests and chose “Restaurants & eating out”  and I’ll get a page that pulls up like this:

Notice the “Follow this Interest” button on the top right? Click that and you’ll now see Restaurant deals in your feed.  Simple right?

Feeds allow you to make Dealspotr your own, letting you decide what kinds of deals you’d like to see more of.

 

How Do I Earn Points On Dealspotr?

• Posting Deals:  You can find deals just about anywhere.  I find deals and coupon codes through emails I’ve signed up for, facebook ads, twitter feed, and even snail mail. Now instead of seeing junk mail or clogged email boxes I see a potential to earn free Amazon gift cards.

There are 2 different ways to post deals. You can post for sales or sitewide deals or you can post deals on individual items. For example maybe you see Gamestop has a specific video game for $10 off regular price until Sunday. So If I want to post about the Gamestop deal I’d click “add deal” at the top of the Dealpspotr page, choose “Product Deal” Then fill out the form with the name of the store, link to the product, end date for sale, etc. If the deal has already been posted it will say so in red letters before you submit it.

• Spotting Deals:  Next to your username, in the bar at the top of the Dealspotr page you’ll see an up arrow with a number beside it (circled in blue below). That’s the number of deals you can “spot” when you see a good one.  If you correctly spot good deals you’ll earn points. If you’re the first one to spot the deal you’ll earn more points than, say, the 4th one to spot the same deal.

Each deal has a similar up arrow underneath it. If you think something is a good deal hit that up arrow. Use them wisely though, you only get so many a day!

• Commenting on deals:  This one is pretty self explanatory.  Under each deal posted is a comment button that looks like a thought bubble. It’s right next to that up arrow to spot the deal.  Add your comments, reply to other people’s comments on the deals.
• Posting Hot or Fire Deals:  If enough people are interested in a deal you posted it will go “hot” if A LOT of people are interested in the deal you posted it will “catch fire”. You earn extra points for a deal that goes hot and even more for a deal that catches fire.
• Referring Friends: Once you get the hang of it you’re sure to love it.  Why not tell your frugal friends about the best place to find deals, connect with other deal hunters, and earn free Amazon gift cards.
• Daily Checklists: Each day you’ll have a new checklist in your dashboard with 3 different tasks for your to complete on the site.  It might be “comment on 5 deals today) or “post a sitewide deal” If you complete your checklist for the day you’ll earn extra points.  Click on your picture at the top of the dealspotr page, from the drop down box choose “My dashboard” you’ll see the check list on the right side of the page.

How Do I Redeem Points for Amazon Gift Cards?

Once you reach 10,000 points (which sounds like a lot but you’ll earn them quickly) You can go to “Points & Rewards” under “My Dashboard” You’ll see how many points you’ve earned. Once you’ve earned at least 10,000 points a green “Redeem Now” button will be available click that button and you’re on your way to getting your Amazon gift card.  Just a note, if you’d rather save up and cash out later you can. That’s what I like to do but the choice is yours.

Still have questions? Dealspotr and Verified Influencers like me are happy to help, you just have to ask!

 

I wrote this post as a Verified Influencer for Dealspotr. I was compensated for my time.

ClubsGalore Gift of the Month Clubs are the perfect way to celebrate any occasion for more than just one day. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, thank you, retirement, or other special event, the multi-touch programs allow you to show that special someone you care – again and again.

Choose from LOTS of club choices.  If you’re looking for ideas for Father’s Day they have options like: Bacon Sampler, Coffee and Biscotti, Bourbon, Gourmet Foods, and lots more. Look under the Father’s Day tab for special clubs for dad like “Man Cave Collection Club” and “Sports Pack Club” to name just a couple.

I had the opportunity to try the Coffee and Biscotti Club . My first box was not a disappointment at all. I received two bags of whole bean coffee: Monsooned Malabar and Expresso 1977. I also received 3 different flavors of biscotti, a pour-over-coffee brewing cone, and filters to fit the brewing cone

All the biscotti I received was absolutely delicious. Melt in your mouth, flakey, buttery biscotti that was packed with flavor.  My kids enjoyed the biscotti too

Just FYI you have a choice when ordering the coffee and biscotti. You can choose whole bean or ground coffee. I chose whole bean.  I had never used a pour over coffee brewing cone either so it was neat to have one of those. You never know when it might come in handy like if your coffee pot decides to quit on you.

My daughter just HAD to get in the pictures too. When I was trying to take product pictures she said “Take a picture of me mommy”

Check out amazing clubs  to see all they have to offer. They’re also having different deals every day until Father’s Day. Today use code SUPERDAD to get $15 off the Super Dad gift club and a $25 clubs galore gift card for a future purchase. Tomorrow it will be a new deal.

I received the above mentioned product as part of the US Family Guide blogger program. Any opinions expressed are my own.

 

 

We’ve all seen the tens of energy drinks available out there. But what about if you just want to relax. Maybe you’re nervous about a speech you have coming up.  Maybe you’re meeting the SO’s family. Perhaps you have a big test coming up.  Maybe you’re so busy you forget what it’s like to relax when you have the chance.  That’s where Take5 Drink can help.

For me it was a busy Memorial Day weekend. It started off it was just going to be the regular local family coming. Then my husband drops it on me he invited some people from work. Then some out-of-town guests were in the area and stopped by. Don’t get me wrong, I love having the space to be able to host and I love seeing friends and family but our guest list went from about 20 to 39 within a couple days. We just moved into our house in October. There were people coming that hadn’t seen our house yet. I wanted everything to be as perfect as can be with 4 kids living in it. I cleaned like a mad women, prepped, shopped, and hosted. It all turned out great but man I was busy.

Of course after such an event is clean up, getting kids to bed, etc. I slept well that night but the next day I still felt a bit stressed. There were still thing to do like taking down the volleyball net, figuring out what belonged to whom with the things that were left behind. I figured this would be the perfect opportunity to try Take5 Drink!  Especially since I also had a bunch of work to get done with my blog.

Take5 has a light fruity flavor. Not super sweet like I expected. It was rather refreshing.  It worked surprisingly well and didn’t take that long for me to feel a difference. That’s not the only good things about this drink though.

Take5 is an all natural drink. It uses superfood ingredients like the L-Theanine, an amino acid in green tea along with other superfood ingredients to give you a zen-like feeling after drinking Take5.   Take5 is non-drowsy, zero calories, caffeine free, and lasts for up to 4 hours.

If you’re still not sure about it, Take5 has a 30 day money back guarantee. If it doesn’t work for you, they’ll give you a full refund.

Take5 worked so well for me.  The next day I was heading to my son’s 8th grade promotion ceremony.  My son’s going to been in high school next year I can’t believe it!  I was already a bit emotional and then I had to take my 3 year old daughter a long with me. I had no idea if she would be able to sit through the ceremony. I also wanted to make sure I got pictures.  So I downed a Take5 Drink before I went.  Honestly I don’t know if I’ve ever been so focused having a toddler, ceremony, and trying to grab pics at the same time.

I got some momento pics. I made it through without crying, and actually felt pretty calm afterward. This stuff really works!

You can order Take5 on the Take5 website. Free shipping in the US  You can also find Take5 on Facebook and you can find Take5 on Instagram.

Tell me a time where you wish you would have had a Take5 Drink handy.

I received the above mentioned product at no cost in order to complete an honest review. Any opinions expressed are my own. 

So back in January I was determined to lose weight.  I had seen a bunch of my friends around me losing all this weight with the 21 Day Fix.  What I liked about it was everything was spelled out for you, recipes galore, no complicated or time consuming calorie counting.  One of my friends is a coach, an awesome coach. Been doing it for over a year and lost a lot of weight.  Tons of energy and always encouraging.

So I did it for 4 months. I lost 12 lbs and was feeling great. My family and I are headed to the beach his summer and I was determined to have that beach body (no pun intended). Then my depression kick up. It was bad. To the point that I could barely get myself out of bed in the morning much less do my exercises. I felt like everyone and everything was against me. I also don’t have a whole lot of support in my house. It’s basically you’re doing that that’s cool, you didn’t buy junk food that’s ok I’m gonna make a junk food run and hubby comes in with 4 grocery bags full of stuff like iced tea, donuts, bags of chips, etc. When I would have my cheat meal I’d get “I see you’re not doing so well with your diet” even though it was allowed. I let the depression beat me. I let the negative comments get to me (which is easy to do when you’re in the downward spiral of depression). Didn’t help that my pharmacy insisted they didn’t get my anti-depressant/anti-anxiety refill request via the app even though they received my UC meds that were all put in on the same order.

Well I’m trying really hard to lift myself out of the depression. I’m trying really hard to take steps to get back on the 21 day fix because I did feel good about myself when I did it. I also felt good, period. I had more energy, my clothes weren’t tight, I felt accomplished.

Well one of the things about the 21 day fix is water intake. They push that hard and for good reason.

I got a 6 pack of 18 oz glass water bottle from Brieftons to review.  I noticed that the  mouth was wide enough to be able to add small or crushed ice cubes. It was plenty big enough to add just about any fruit or herbs one might want to add to the water. I thought, ok I didn’t get this review by chance. Six 18 oz glass water bottles. Fill ’em, Chill ’em, and drink ’em and get my water intake.  I’m gonna do this again.

Now regular ice cub tray ice cubes are not going to fit in here. These ice cubes are from the ice maker in my fridge. They’re more of an oblong shape. Crushed ice will, of course, fit.  I also made up a water bottle with some ice, a lime wedge, and some raspberries.  that worked out fine too.  Not gonna lie, I  had to use a spoon to help me get the lime wedge back out. In future uses I will probably cute the lime or lemon wedges thinner and just add a couple then.

These glass bottles are made well. The caps are stainless steel. The 6 pack comes with a bottle brush to make cleaning them easy.  The bottles are dishwasher safe but they recommend the caps be hand washed.

These bottles are a good choice for anyone worried about if plastic bottles are truly BPA free.

You can find the Brieftons 6 pack of 18 oz glass water bottles on Amazon:

I received the above mentioned product at no cost in order to complete an honest review. Any opinions expressed are my own. This post also contains affiliate links. Regardless I only post legitimate offers from trusted sites.

Guys I’m speaking on my husband’s experiences. He has a couple pair of boxers that he just loves, his favorite ones. I’ve seen him walk around with holes in his boxers because he refuses to part with his favorite boxers.  One time I went as far as to throw them away when he wasn’t looking.  I know I know but really, you should have seen these things. I guess I get it, I have bras that are more comfortable than others. That being said, what if your favorite pair of boxer briefs came with a lifetime guarantee?

Cariloha crazy soft boxer briefs with fly just might be your new favorite pair of boxer briefs. Super soft, breathable, light weight boxer briefs made from ecofriendly viscose from bamboo.  The are available in 4 different colors on Amazon.  My one son chose the steel color which is a nice bluish gray color.

He says they’re really comfortable and fit just right. I prefer my boys where boxer briefs when they’re wearing shorts just for modestly reasons. My middle son prefers boxer briefs all the time though.

My son liked them so much in fact that he’s hoping I’ll get him a few more pair. With the lifetime guarantee it seems worth it too. The lifetime guarantee covers ripping, tearing, and pilling so that seems to be the most common things to experience with a pair of boxers. Not really sure about what happens when holes are worn in them due to years of washing and wearing.

I received the above mentioned product at a discount in order to complete an honest review. Any opinions expressed are my own. This post also contains affiliate links. Regardless I only posts legitimate offers from trusted sites.