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It’s officially summer — well, at least school is no longer in session! I know the actual first date of summer isn’t until later in June. But with school being out, we have a very different rhythm and schedule for our days. Because of that, I decided to set goals for the entire summer instead of just for one month at a time.

As many of you know (if you follow me on Instagram), I started strength training classes at the gym two months ago and that has been such an amazing thing! I’m not only loving it, but it’s inspiring me to really prioritize my health.

So in addition to goals for our family and business and personal goals, I’m also dubbing this the Get Stronger Summer. I set some specific goals for that and am excited to see the progress I make over the next two months!

Crystal’s Goals For Summer (to be completed by August 15, 2025)

Potty train Micah. (He’s doing so well with this that it seems this goal is going to be much easier than I thought.)
60 meals around the table together.
Finish 20 books (either physical copies or audiobooks).
Finish My Father’s World Kindergarten (We’re doing this over summer since Kierstyn is just loving learning right now. She already knows how to read so we’re skipping some parts and aiming to finish 2-3 weeks in one week because of this.)
Finish ABC dates with Jesse (We’re on T right now and trying to do at least one date per week.)
Watch 4 full seasons of shows together (either with Jesse and/or one of the older kids.)
Try 8 new-to-me ideas. (I’ll be sharing the results here! Look for my first one soon — I made Lavender London Fog.)
Finish The One-Hour Savings Plan product and a brand-new product to help women set up a business in 30 days. (More details coming soon!)
Set up first coaching product/opportunity — stay tuned for more details on this!
300 hours outside.

Get Stronger Summer Goals (to be accomplished by August 15, 2025)

120+ grams of protein per day at least 50 days.
Strength Train at least 25 times (class at gym or home workout circuit – 45-60 mins each time).
10k+ steps per day at least 50 days.
7+ hours of sleep per night at least 45 nights.
Drink at least 70 oz of water at least 50 days.
Track macros at least 50 days with My Fitness Pal.

I am going back to using the Strides app to track these so I have one place to track them all easily. I used that last summer and in the fall and really loved it. It’s such an easy way to see where you are at with goals like this!

Do you have any goals for summer? I’d love to hear what they are in the comments!

Misfits Market Discount Code (25% Off Your First Four Orders)

Do you struggle to afford fresh produce for your family? Check out this honest review of Misfits Market for a possible solution that might save you money on groceries!

And be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post for a Misfits Market discount code that will save you 25% off your first four boxes!

Guest post from Samantha Hatcher.

Several months ago, I discovered Misfits Market through a friend.

I had read many reviews and was curious, so I finally decided to give it a try… I was so pleased!

Everything was fresh and delivered right to my house in two days. Some of the produce was odd-shaped or sized, but I didn’t mind. And almost every item was something I would have purchased from the store anyway.

I was hooked after my first box as I knew I couldn’t get that much produce at the store for such a great price — especially since it was all organic.

I decided to keep my subscription going, knowing we could cancel at any time.

What is Misfits Market?

Misfits Market is an online grocery store that offers organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, and other sustainably-sourced groceries for up to 40% less than grocery store prices.

They sell the items grocery stores won’t put on their shelves (usually because the produce items are too small, too big, or “ugly”) and deliver them directly to your door in a matter of days.

Misfits Market vs. Imperfect Foods

There are many similar companies popping up around the nation — two of the most popular are Misfits Market and Imperfect Foods.

Imperfect Foods has slightly more variety of items to choose from, but Misfits Market offers all organic produce (which is not the case with Imperfect Foods).

Both companies are free to sign up. Misfits Market has a $30 minimum order, Imperfect Foods has NO minimum order.

The cost of Misfits Market’s boxes are $35 or $40. Imperfect Foods has several box options from $15 – $40.

Misfits Market delivers to the lower 48 states with a $7 delivery charge, while Imperfect Foods delivers to “most big cities in the US” with a $6 delivery charge.

Both companies have excellent customer service and the mission behind both is so great — it really just comes down to your personal preference and maybe where you live!

Misfit Market Reviews: Is Misfits Market Worth It?

The Cost of Produce

Besides meat, produce is usually the most expensive item for most families.

When you are trying to make sure your family has a nice variety of fruits and vegetables, it can start to add up in cost. And when not everything is in-season, the prices of out-of-season imported produce are even higher!

My family has their favorite veggies and fruits that I almost always pick up at Aldi, and while they Aldi does have some of the best prices for organic produce, their out-of-season produce isn’t very flavorful.

Misfits Market Costs

Misfits Market currently offers 2 boxes:

an 11-14 item box for $35
a 12-15 item box for $40

Misfits Market has a $30 minimum order with a $6.99 flat-rate shipping fee.

(Want to save 25% off? Just use code CACTUS100 to get 25% off your first four orders!!)

The Struggle with Buying Produce

Buying produce can be overwhelming.

Maybe you pick up the same exact produce each shopping trip, despite being sick of eating it. Why? Because you know these tried and true purchases will work for your family.

Or perhaps you stand there not knowing what to buy, overwhelmed by the rainbow of produce in front of you.

Or maybe you’re the mom who doesn’t have time to go to the store to buy real food between work, errands, and kids’ activities. You don’t care what they eat; you wish it would show up at your door like magic.

I have dealt with all these struggles during different seasons of my life. I know the stress and brainpower it takes to plan meals, shop, put the groceries away, and cook all the meals.

This past year I realized I desperately needed a solution — one that would take care of all these struggles and not break the bank.

Misfits Market Review: Changing up our New Favorite Produce

When my first Misfits Market box arrived, everything looked like something we would eat, except for eggplant.

I have only eaten eggplant a few times in my life. It was slimy and gross, but I was determined to give it a try. I found this great recipe for eggplant fries, and that changed everything. The first night we tried them, we ran out of eggplant fries instead of chicken, and my children were asking for more!

We had a hit on our hands.

The next box contained swiss chard and more eggplant. We made the fries again, and we roasted the swiss chard with gnocchi. Yum!

Once again, something new was a big hit for our family.

When our third box arrives, my six-year-old said, “Oh, goodie, I hope there is an eggplant.” To her disappointment, there wasn’t eggplant, but we discovered how much we loved pomegranates!

Misfits Market Review: Why we LOVE it!

Because of Misfits Market, I no longer make mid-paycheck trips to the grocery store, which saves our family so much money!

Misfits Market has not only saved me time and money at the grocery store, it has also pushed me to expand my culinary skills and our children’s taste buds.

Never did I imagine that any of my children would be excited for eggplant. Never did I imagine my kids would be so eager to try new foods.

But here we are! I have cut my grocery bill by $250 each month, my family is trying new things, and my children are learning to like new things that I would never have bought before.

Needless to say, I’ve become a faithful Misfits Market subscriber!

Misfits Market FAQs

Does Misfits Market accept EBT?

Misfits Market currently does not accept EPT or SNAP benefits.

Where does Misfits Market ship from?

Misfits partners with various farms throughout the country (although they don’t currently list these farms on their website). They have a few different distribution centers across the United States, so your order would most likely ship from the closets distribution center.

Want to give Misfits Market a try without paying full price? You’re in luck!

Just sign up through this link and use code CACTUS100 to get 25% off your first box (up to $100+)!

Have you tried this service yet? I’d love to hear your Misfits Market reviews, if so!

Samantha is a SAHM of 7 children who has spent 25 years learning how to live on one income. She used the wisdom of her Grandma Lucile, who grew up during the depression, to learn how to get the best bang for her buck.

FREE Printable: 50 Cheap & Easy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Weekday Mornings!

Struggle with breakfast on busy weekday mornings? Download these 50 FREE Cheap & Easy Breakfast Ideas for some simple make-ahead solutions!

Do you have a difficult time coming up with nutritious breakfast ideas on busy mornings? If so, you’ll want to download this brand new FREEBIE: 50 Easy & Cheap Breakfast Ideas for Busy Weekday Mornings!

If you’ve been following along here for a while, you probably already know what BIG fans of breakfast we are in our home. (In fact, we often make breakfast for dinner!)

And I know how much of a struggle it can be to find quick and healthy breakfast ideas on busy mornings, so I wanted to put together this list of some of our favorite breakfast recipes from over the years!

With this FREE list of breakfast ideas, you’ll get:

A huge variety of easy breakfast ideas, including: savory eats, waffles & pancakes, muffins & breads, oatmeal, sweet splurges, smoothies, and more!
SO many ideas for making breakfast ahead of time! This is my biggest tip for easy weekday breakfasts, and almost all of these recipes can be made ahead of time (with the exception of the smoothies).
Tons of delicious, freezer-friendly breads and treats.
Tricks for sneaking in extra fruits, veggies, and protein during breakfast.

I’m so excited for you to download this list — breakfast time will be so much easier with these ideas on hand! You are going to very quickly see how making breakfast ahead of time is SUCH a game-changer on those busy weekday mornings!