I have been so busy for the last couple of weeks that I just haven't had time to share with you. This week I had fun doing a research study for frozen dinners. This is a great way to earn a little extra pocket money and have a good time too. There are numerous research companies in every metropolitan area as well as some on line companies. This particular study was to compare two frozen entrees (they were furnished.....yeah! free food!) and then you took part in their panel discussion and gave your opinions. That's it! And it paid $150! The drawbacks are these: You had to drive to their office and pick up the food. You spent two hours in discussion in their office. You had to fill out "homework" which consisted of a questionaire rating the products (2 pgs) and they ask you to make a collage. The upside was this: Free food. Validated parking. Meeting new people (who actually wanted your opinion) and of course a visa debit card for $150. This particular company is Field Research and I have also done studies for Plaza Research. Both have offices in other cities. And there are studies available on line as well. You can earn points that you can turn into prizes and you also get freebies to test. I tested toothpaste recently from an on-line company.
My other savings tip this week goes back to my prior topic: Pets. I decided I could no longer afford to groom my two Westies every 4-6 weeks. At between $60-100, I had to find another way. Walmart sells dog grooming kits for around $30. They contain the clippers, scissors, comb, and even a dvd on grooming the different breeds. I will admit to a learning curve, but I think I did pretty well for a first time. I may have to take them in 2-3 times a year for trims, but I am saving mega bucks.
I even sheared hubby while I was at it.
Check out my other blog:
http://3peas-in-a-podprim.blogspot.com/ for some ideas on building a pathway out of found objects too.
Till next time......................
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