The have pigs and chickens on the property. Wood animals kids can sit on. They even have little houses the children play in. So entertaining. It was a super awesome morning.
Monday, October 3, 2016
Pumpkin Picking At Jones Farm In Shelton
I took the girls pumpkin picking at Jones Farm this morning. We arrived right at 10 when it opened. The view is breath taking very zen. It was empty so we got to roam the place without any crowds. We did the hay ride which was $3.50 a person. Children 2 and under free. The tractor rides around the premises. There is a corn maze that my daughter and sister went through. The pumpkins are super cool. Price range from $1.50 to $30. We spent $12 on little pumpkins.
Is It Time To Reconnect?
I reconnected with a friend over the weekend. It's probably been almost two years since we have spoken or seen eachother. I didn't have bad feelings towards her. We both just let our friendship fade away and didn't fight for it. At the time our lives were completely focused on two different things and directions.
It was nice to put that past us. It was nice to hang like old times.
Past couple weekends I have seen people from past experiences and it's nice to know there's no bad blood, nice to see how people are doing.
It makes you think that we are all connected and meet for a reason. We are all in someone's life for a reason. Never close ties with anyone. And if you miss someone or want them in your life reach out.
She reached out to me and it was nice. I didn't say no. Have someone in your life you want to reconnect with? What's stopping you!
Sunday, October 2, 2016
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Be sure to get your mammograms ladies!!!
Holiday Count Down...
Not really sure if this is exciting or depressing! Regardless the holidays are coming...be prepared.
It's Never Too Late To Live Your Life
Every once in a while I read a story that sticks with me. This happens to be one: a story about a woman in her early 90's who is a widow decides to enjoy the last moments of her life verse doing treatments and goes on an adventure of a lifetime. Now if she were younger maybe she would have opted for treatment but regardless she took matters into her own hands and lived the last year enjoying her life. ENJOYING LIFE!
How many of us half her age aren't even really living the life we really want? Makes you think!
91-year-old who dumped chemo for road-trip adventure dies http://www.cbsnews.com/news/norma-jean-bauerschmidt-91-year-old-who-dumped-chemo-for-road-trip-adventure-dies
Everything In Life Is Temporary!
We all go through stuff in life and when it's happening we think we can't get through it and then we do!
I wake up in a great mood. Think today's a good day and I find something. It's like a light bulb goes off and see a "sign" that shifts my happiness to being pissed off. I then pause and think no bring that happiness back. See we all ask (God, spiritual leaders or whatever higher figure you look up to) for signs. For direction. To give us the Stregthen to tackle certain things. Well along that we are getting "signs" but they only work if you listen to them.
So my point is when you ask for guidance look and see the "signs" are there. For years I ignored them. Really I did. Today I won't anymore.
Pumpkin Picking In Connecticut
Since there's no school tomorrow figured may be fun to go Pumpkin picking. Of course where to go is always the question!
Now I have been to a lot of farms and love them all but sometimes distance is a factor, sometimes price is a factor, sometimes I like to try someplace new. Regardless how lucky are we to live in an area where we have a TON of places to pick from!
Check this out and let me know what's YOUR favorite pumpkin patch!
Halloween New England: Connecticut Pumpkin Patches
http://halloweennewengland.com/connecticut/pumpkin-patches/
Saturday, October 1, 2016
We All Have Problems...Share Your Joys
I know too many people like this. It's like they don't even know they'll playing the victim. It's the truth. We all have some crap we have been dealt and we are dealing with it. No ones life is "easy" BUT let's try to focus on the good. Let's try to not be a "Debbie downer" all the time. It's pretty toxic how some people are.
Some people act like "well J you're always positive so you don't get it" Um I do. I have had my perfect share of shitty situations and continue to do so. I actually plan on writing a book about some of them one day but I also realize you get mad, yell about it then deal and move on. That's life people. No ones life is perfect no matter who you are. But I will tell you spreading Joy now that's something people enjoy. Being happy, it spreads happiness. It's good for the body, mind and soul. Try it!
Touch-A-Truck Event Oct 8th 2016 Taylor Farms
These events are so much fun. I went to the Norwalk Public Works one today and the girls loved it!
I went to this one a couple of years ago and was a blast. It's Saturday Oct 8th 10-3:00 pm. Great entertainment for the kids and the money that is raised is going to a great cause.
Parents if you have never been-go! You can climb on the vehicles too. They are insane. *Bonus this year: Kids come in their costumes dressed up and can go trick or treating.
Fall October Festivals & Fun
Happy October!!!
I already have a pumpkin on my stairs. I am super excited for all the Halloween/Fall fun that has filled up my calendar.
Not sure what to do, or looking for some family fun activities to do? Well check out this awesome guide to Fall, fun activities taking place in Connecticut. It's going to spooktacular Month!
Friday, September 30, 2016
Enjoy Comfort Food Guilt Free
I am Italian, food is my comfort zone. Everything is done around And involving food. With being health conscious lately it's always nice to find alternate ways to enjoy comfort food without the added calories. Check out this fun article full of alternate ways to still enjoy the food that you love.
11 Comfort Food Makeovers—375 Calories or Less! http://undrarmr.co/2cy7gPL
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Blue Apron You Rock!
Past year have been contemplating trying Blue Apron and I finally did it and only regret I have is not doing it sooner.
Here's the deal. You select how many meals you want and they ship the day you pick. It comes UNCOOKED but with everything to go with that dish. Recipe cards. Oils (not olive oil) vegetables. Spices. You name it.
I signed up for three meals a week for two people. I needed a change. I always end up cooking two meals anyway since kids eat same old stuff and am sick of the same boring dishes. I told my husband if I do it he has to try everything I cook. I also have been working a lot more and don't have time to think about dinner and sides etc. Blue Apron does it for me now!
First week I got $40 off. For three meals a week for two people is $60. Comes down to almost $10 a person a meal and shipping is free.
I got catfish, chicken and shredded beef with all vegetable and spices. I unpacked the box of fresh ingredients and split them up according to the recipe. That way everything night I pulled out a bag and just started cooking.
They give you a big recipe card to follow. Rinse veggies and chop. You will not believe that in 30 mins I had amazing dishes cooked. Even sides too! Fancy! Like I was at a restaurant. The best part: the kids wanted to try it. My 7 year old ate catfish for first time and loved it. They are learning about different types of foods. It's amazing. I receive my box Monday night (crockpot something Monday) and cook Blue Apron meals on Tuesday, Wed, Thursday. Friday is Pizza night. Weekends we are out.
Now you can always receive Friday and cook everything Sunday and reheat during the week. You have options.
Now if you don't like the recipe you have scheduled to receive you can switch it out. You can also stop whenever you want or pause a week and start up again.
I LOVE to cook. I hate to plan when I am already juggling after school schedules for three kids. Trust me you will love this!
Learn more here: https://www.blueapron.com/
BTW:Soon I will be getting free meals to send out. Message me if you're interested in trying. I have my extended family already interested since I keep making them a bowl to sample.
Example of Recipe Card:
So excited for next week's package!
Mom's Love Your Body!
Love this! No body shaming. We gave birth, 3 kids for me! I love my "baby" marks. Love yours too!
To Stay Healthy You Must Let Go Of Anger & Laugh Instead!
Free Coffee: Yes Please!!
Happy National Coffee a Day! Where to get free coffee today and great deals: http://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/where-to-get-the-best-deals-on-national-coffee-day/
Fun Travel Locations That a won't Break The Piggybank
Love to travel but don't have the funds? Here's a fun travel guide for you!
Article:16 Affordable Places To Go If You’re Young, Broke And Want To Travel The World http://rbl.ms/2bYcqFw
Be Prepared: Even New Beginnings Are In The Forecast
"If you were waiting for a push from the Universe to get you out of your rut, this is it. Starting over and new beginnings are two catalysts for this Black Moon’s energies, and you will feel them both."
Article: Rare Black Moon Rises In Scorpio September 30th: Get Ready For A Major Energy Shift http://unisoultheory.com/index.php/2016/08/28/black-moon/
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Let's Travel The USA and EAT!
My lifetime goal is to drive across country and eat. My husband and I always talk about it. Stop at mom and pop restaurants and shops and dive bars. Then I saw this!
How fun would it be to drive around the USA and try the best Food Trucks? Sign me up!
Article: Have you tried America's best food trucks? http://www.hlntv.com/shows/the-daily-share/articles/2016/03/14/have-you-tried-america-s-
Halloween Tasty Treats
I love Halloween! Where you can dress up and be whatever you want to be. Where you can make sweet or spooky crafts and desserts. Below are two fun ones I found recently and will be trying out with the kids.
This is perfect to put ontop of a cake, cupcake or donut.
Source: Instagram
Source: Taste of Home
Pumpkin Tortilla Chips and Fun Salsa At Trader Joes
How perfect are these two! The chips are delicious. Have a nice pumpkin taste to them. With a hint of nutmeg. The Fall Harvest salsa has some mild heat to it. They pair together perfectly.
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
FitBit Challenge: Neck To Neck
My older sister and I are in heavy competition mode. I am not a good competitor I don't like competing BUT this time we are having fun with it and if I can lose some weight doing it so be it.
I stopped by her house this morning and she's already a thousand steps ahead of me. Man I have to get moving. We bring our two youngest to Costco. Racing down the aisle. Fighting over who will go to the back of the store to get an item we forgot. Not sure how we don't have a television show already.
This afternoon I go to my parents to get my children. I am only at 7700 steps. My goal is 10,000. I am hoping in place ringing the doorbell and she sees me in the window. She starts jogging in place.
I say I am going to play some basketball with my oldest to get some exercise and my sister steps in. It's on! All of a sudden her wrist vibrates. She reaches 10,000 I am trailing behind. Competition is one. I hit 10,000 steps in 19 mins of playing Basketball and we are a sweaty mess.
I am still trailing behind her but have surpassed my goal and am at 11846 steps. Just now I check her and I am trailing behind.
Guess I will be waking in my sleep...our steps saw far this week.
Fun Autumn Activities In CT
Why is Fall and living in Connecticut awesome? Because there's so much to do!
Think about it...my best friend lives in Florida. Pumpkin picking with palm trees in the background? Come on that's not Fall. But all jokes aside with every season comes the good and the bad.
Embrace the good and enjoy these activities.
7 Awesome Autumn Activities in Connecticut https://shar.es/1xJWia
Animal Lovers This Event Is For You
Stacey,who is doing this event, is so awesome. She is really passionate about rescuing animals. You can help join in raising money and awareness to help her rescue more furry friends. Really never met anyone more passionate for animals then her.
Join her on Oct 14th for her Animal Rescue event.
More information below:
It's Newtown & Sandy Hook Restaurant Week
Sept 26th to Oct 1st is restaurant week in Newton and Sandyhook CT. I love going out to dinner and trying new restaurants. Now you can too with restaurant week. Great prices, fun selections.
Check out the restaurants participating: http://www.connecticutrestaurantweek.com/restaurant-weeks-ct/newtown-restaurant-week/
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