Mommy CT: October 2017

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Let's Make A Deal...Hand Over The Reese

Happy Halloween!! Hope It Was Spooktacular

Monday, October 30, 2017

Fall Back...Clock Changes This Sunday Nov 5th 2017

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Mom Of Three...

Being a Mom to three girls means always having someone there to help you do your makeup. It's these little moments that make your heart happy.

Halloween Fun Filled Weekend! Halloween is my favorite. Wasn't sure what to do this weekend with kids at their dad's but managed to fill my calendar up nicely. And it was spooktacular...From helping out at my daughter's school's Halloween party to going to a wine tasting paired with Halloween candy to eating spooktacular food at lunch today totally don't mind a rainy Sunday night in with my three munchkins. Hope you all had a great Halloween weekend.

Don't Break Our Wings... Women Halloween Humor

Wonder...Bring Books To Life Through Pumpkins & Classrooms

This week I got to join my daughter's classroom to help them create their pumpkin theme

for the book Wonder. The theme was for every class to bring a story to life through pumpkins. Then people got to vote and kids got to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win their class Pumpkin. There were some amazing pumpkins on display.

Kidville...We Will Miss You Tonya!

What an amazing, fun, Lady. We have been going for years and always greeted by Tonya's amazing smile. She will be missed but we wish her the best of luck on her new adventure!

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Keep Going...Don't Stop

Turkeys Wanted..Give Back To Those In Need

Monday, October 23, 2017

Candy Humor...What Type Of Candy You Give Out Says About You

Zombie Con Pub Crawl Stamford CT

Dry Dock in Norwalk Halloween Party

Protect Your Energy...It's Okay To...

Halloween Appertizer with Hummus

Image by Tribe

Marriage Killer...Bet You Never Guessed It...

Just read an article and this is so true and gave me some "aha" moments "The reason marriages end in divorce is because of one thing…unmet expectations.” That’s a marriage killer!" Yeah, who knew and makes complete sense! Not only with marriages but also applies to friendships, jobs and life in general. When we have expectations and they aren't met it leads to frustration and anger and fights and that is why things end the way they do!

Read More Here: http://www.inspiremore.com/marriage-killer/?utm_source=WOWO&utm_campaign=IM&utm_medium=social

Sunday, October 22, 2017

Sunday Motivation: You Are...

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Halloween Hustle 5k Run October 29th 2017

Learn More Here: http://www.wiltonchamber.com/

Good Morning Readers: Happy Saturday...

Music In The Meadow Today at Lachat Town Farm Weston CT

Learn More Here: http://www.lachattownfarm.org

Friday, October 20, 2017

Hand Made Uma Descendants Hat: Mommy Win

Oh my how Friday nights change when you're a parent....I couldn't find a hat or wig anywhere so decided to attempt one myself. Must say HUGE mommy win. Of course I spent my kid free Friday night making this and couldn't of done it without the help from my big sis. I took my daughter to Michael's craft store this week and she picked out this perfect yarn for $5. I found a pirate's hat at Party city for $8. My sister and I spent almost 3 hours on this project- I bribed her with dinner. But really we rocked this and can't wait for my little one to try it on with the rest of her costume. We attached the braids to safety pins and attached it to the hat. Last time I made her costume she was one years old so was fun to hang out and put my love for crafts to good use.

Isn't Your Plate Already too Full? Nope!

I switched schools this year for my daughter, some of it was due to personal reasons some were not regardless it was the best decision! She's happy, the atmosphere is more fitting for her, her values are peered up to kids with similar values, it's one of the best choices made this year! At her old school I was on the Governance Program, which is an awesome committee with parents, teachers, the principal and board of ed officials. You discuss issues about the school and how to handle issues, situations, you even have a say in certain situations in participating in hiring new teachers on etc...all depends on what's taking place at the school. I served the board one year and loved it. Why? Because it gave you an "inside" of what's happening in the school, board of ed, issues that affect your child and all the children. Spots were open at the new school and three positions had to be filled. One spot remainded and I finally nominated myself after a push from a mommy friend and had friends nominate me. Well out of eight parents on panel three could get voted in and we all got a chance to vote this week.

Guess who got elected a spot? Yep, mom of three, entrepreneur, running an awesome business that I love and raising some super awesome, smart kids- yeah I can brag- why not! Is my plate too full- maybe- but not for doing something you have passion for. We all know by now that if my voice can be heard I will rise at that opportunity to have it heard!

Why Is It Called Candy Corn?

No Explanations Needed!

Keep fighting for your happiness, you got this! ❤️

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Walk For A Cause Greenwich CT October 21 2017

Learn More Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paws-for-a-cause-tickets-38525181856

Thursday Motivation: You're Going To Move Mountains

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Let Go...Find Your Happiness

"She decided she wanted to be happy so she let go of everything that was making her unhappy."

CT Loves Puerto Rico Week: Dining For A Cause

Eat for a cause during CT Loves Puerto Rico week. There are a ton of awesome restaurants participating in this great cause. Check them out: http://www.ctpost.com/living/article/Eat-for-a-cause-during-CT-Loves-Puerto-Rico-week-12284281.php?cmpid=twitter-mobile

Feel Good Song: Broken Glass by Rachel Platten

The Universe Is Listening...Jump Off That Cycle

Halloween Costume Contest & Fun in Milford CT

Sunday, October 15, 2017

Best Place To Go Pumpkin Picking In CT

Jones Family Farms in Shelton is the best place to go Pumpkin Picking. There is so much entertainment for the kids and family. There is a tractor hay ride, corn maze, wood houses for the kids to play in. Thousands of pumpkins to pick from, all different shapes, colors and sizes. Truly not Fall without a trip here. Brings out the kid in you! http://www.jonesfamilyfarms.com/visit/driving-directions/pumpkinseed-hill-farm

Sunflowers In Bloom: Oh How You Make Me Happy

All I wanted to do was see the Sunflower fields at Ambler Farms over the summer. When we finally went in August they were already gone. I was so bummed and moody and thought next time I am going to go alone. We always focus on making other people happy all the time that sometimes we need to learn to make ourselves happy too. So today I was super excited and pumped to see the sunflowers in full bloom at Jones Farm in Shelton. I lite up. Then I came across one smiling and thanked the universe for that magical moment. People think it takes a lot to make someone happy but reality is if you just listen to them their needs aren't really that big and happiness isn't that hard to give.

When To Step Back & Reflect

I took my middle one to Stepping Stones Museum the other morning while her sisters where in school. I like spending one on one time with my girls. I feel

it gives me a chance to reflect and connect with them. So there's a blackboard there and an area for adults and kids to write a message. The top board says "Adults, how do you want your kids to feel?" So I wrote Happy. I asked my daughter. "What makes you happy? Draw it for me" She replied "You make me happy Mommy"

If was really heartfelt and had me take a step back and reflect. Life is crazy. There's some situations adults go through and try to keep things normal for the kids and sometimes you can and sometimes you can't. But our job as a parent is to protect our kids and make them happy and feel loved and secure. That's what parents need to fight for. That's what parents need to make as their lifetime goal.