Monday, March 14, 2011
HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP W/ THE EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS
HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP W/ THE EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS A friend of mine has family in Japan who passed this information along to her.
If you would like to know how to help in the relief efforts, please see the details below. Please pass on to your families... This is all voluntary and if you would like to contribute, I am sure anything you can would be greatly appreciated by those effected.
You can send items to these addresses through your local neighborhood Japanese Post Office:
They really need :
1.Foods (instant foods, dietary supplements, baby foods)
2.Warm blankets (That north part of Japan is still really cold now)
3.Cothings
4.Baby clothings, and DIAPERS!!!!
Send donations to:
*Attn: Earthquake relief supplies
Miyagi Prefectural Office
3-8-1, Honcho
Aoba-ku, Sendai city, Miyagi
980-8570, JAPAN
*Attn: Earthquake relief supplies
Iwate Prefectural Office
10-1 Uchimaru Morioka city, Iwate
020-8570,JAPAN
*Attn:Earthquake relief supplies
Aomori Prefectural Office
1-1-1 Nagashima, Aomori city,
Aomori, 030-8570, JAPAN
*Attn:earthquake relief supplies
Fukushima Prefectural Office
2-16 Sugitsuma-cho, Fukushima City
960-8670, JAPAN
If you would like to know how to help in the relief efforts, please see the details below. Please pass on to your families... This is all voluntary and if you would like to contribute, I am sure anything you can would be greatly appreciated by those effected.
You can send items to these addresses through your local neighborhood Japanese Post Office:
They really need :
1.Foods (instant foods, dietary supplements, baby foods)
2.Warm blankets (That north part of Japan is still really cold now)
3.Cothings
4.Baby clothings, and DIAPERS!!!!
Send donations to:
*Attn: Earthquake relief supplies
Miyagi Prefectural Office
3-8-1, Honcho
Aoba-ku, Sendai city, Miyagi
980-8570, JAPAN
*Attn: Earthquake relief supplies
Iwate Prefectural Office
10-1 Uchimaru Morioka city, Iwate
020-8570,JAPAN
*Attn:Earthquake relief supplies
Aomori Prefectural Office
1-1-1 Nagashima, Aomori city,
Aomori, 030-8570, JAPAN
*Attn:earthquake relief supplies
Fukushima Prefectural Office
2-16 Sugitsuma-cho, Fukushima City
960-8670, JAPAN
Make it Happen Quote
"Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen." Michael Jordan
Japan: How to help and where to donate
Want to help the people of Japan and not sure how? Want to make a contribution to an organization that is providing relief to the tragedy in Japan? This is a great article on Yahoo! about where you can donate and to what organization. How to Help Japan!
Give back today!
Give back today!
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Spring Ahead!!!
Happy Daylight Savings everyone. I LOVE this time of year. Spring is around the corner, the weather is warmer, I get to see my flowers start to bloom and then their is Easter-which is by far one of my favorite holidays.
I love how everyone is a little happier, I get to pull my lovely collection of flip flops out and bury my uncomfortable boring boots back in storage. I love how you can go out without a jacket, and take walks and have picnics...oh I love picnics down at the beach. And most importantly it stays lighter out longer so when I am making dinner at 6:00 it doesn't seem like it is 9:00 outside.
As you can tell I am starting off my day in a very cheerful way! Cheers to warm weather and Spring ahead!
I love how everyone is a little happier, I get to pull my lovely collection of flip flops out and bury my uncomfortable boring boots back in storage. I love how you can go out without a jacket, and take walks and have picnics...oh I love picnics down at the beach. And most importantly it stays lighter out longer so when I am making dinner at 6:00 it doesn't seem like it is 9:00 outside.
As you can tell I am starting off my day in a very cheerful way! Cheers to warm weather and Spring ahead!
"Spring is nature's way of saying, "Let's party!" ~Robin Williams
Friday, March 11, 2011
Pray for Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast
When a natural disaster hits is when we really need to take a step back and realize how short life is. We have to stop focusing on the negative in our lives and the things we have control over. Be grateful for today and everyday!
Please keep the people of Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast
in your prayers and thoughts today!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Avon Voices is celebrating International Women’s Day
Avon Voices wants your help in selecting who is going to become a global singing star. Watch their selection of round one contenders, and on April 22nd select your top pick!
How easy is that?! Go to http://www.avonvoices.com/ today and be part of making someone's dreams come true!
How easy is that?! Go to http://www.avonvoices.com/ today and be part of making someone's dreams come true!
Strong Woman Quote
"I like being a strong, independent woman, and to be honest, I was never afraid to be on my own." Dido Armstrong
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
MS Walk...Join Us or Donate Today
A dear friend of ours has been battling MS since he was diagnosed at the age of 23 yr. Since being diagnosed he turned his once disappointing situation into an encouraging, inspirational story. http://www.johnnyscrew.com/
Thank you!
Five Genetic Needs Quote
“We are driven by five genetic needs: survival, love and belonging, power, freedom, and fun."William Glasser
Monday, March 7, 2011
Go Get It Quote
"Don't sit back and wait for things to just happen...if you want to find happiness then go get it!"
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Your Future: If you could would you want to know?
It's funny how we live our lives preparing for our future. But my real question to all of you is if you could would you want to know what your future would be like? Would you want to know how things ended up, who you would marry, how many kids you would have, where you would live or what your career would be?
I always say for fun "Why not?" but deep down I think the whole thing freaks me out a little. I am all about psychics, palm reading, tarot cards, ect...But I must admit it's fun but doesn't mean it is my reality.
I went to a psychic about 10 years ago with a girlfriend and of course she said things...some that were true some that were not true and some I do not know yet if they will come true. It was fun, mysterious, gave me something to think about. But I must say and admit that if we all knew how things would end up, if we all knew how our lives would truly be we would probably fight the things we did not want to happen and not be surprised by the things that did happen!
I always say for fun "Why not?" but deep down I think the whole thing freaks me out a little. I am all about psychics, palm reading, tarot cards, ect...But I must admit it's fun but doesn't mean it is my reality.
I went to a psychic about 10 years ago with a girlfriend and of course she said things...some that were true some that were not true and some I do not know yet if they will come true. It was fun, mysterious, gave me something to think about. But I must say and admit that if we all knew how things would end up, if we all knew how our lives would truly be we would probably fight the things we did not want to happen and not be surprised by the things that did happen!
Survival through Humor Quote
“Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers. And once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it." Bill Cosby
Desire Quote
“Love is born with the pleasure of looking at each other, it is fed with the necessity of seeing each other, it is concluded with the impossibility of separation.” Similar Quotes
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Laughter Quote
"Laughter is key people...laugh as much as you can and you'll see how much happier your life could be."
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Feel Good Song: Tracy Chapman - Give me one reason
Another one of my favs...today is a Tracy Chapman kindof day!
Feel Good Song: Tracy Chapman - fast car Video
I love Tracy Chapman!
As a teenager I loved her c-d, I learned how to drive listening
to it, I went away with a girlfriend to florida and we were rained in
so all we did was did our own 'Karaoke' to this c-d. Everytime I hear
her songs it brings back great memories. She's def touched my life!
As a teenager I loved her c-d, I learned how to drive listening
to it, I went away with a girlfriend to florida and we were rained in
so all we did was did our own 'Karaoke' to this c-d. Everytime I hear
her songs it brings back great memories. She's def touched my life!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
"Feed" the Soul...Literally
I am an emotional eater, I always have been. I eat when I am happy, sad, nervous, mad, tired, down. The only time I do not eat a lot is when I am sick. I always blamed eating on the "Italian" in me but the reality is it is how I comfort myself. I use food as a comfort to my emotions.
The flip side to this is when I notice my pants getting a little snug I get upset about it and try to control what I eat. I worked in the medical field for 5 years and worked for surgeons who performed the weight loss procedure. It was amazing how many of us eat to fulfill an emotion we can not handle on our own. Luckily I realize when I am eating too much and take a step back. But for those who can't it gets tough and need some guidance.
We all have our own addictions and use different measures in helping us deal with our emotions but we also need to know when to take a step back and not abuse ourselves and make sure we stay healthy. The reality is when we do this to ourselves we are covering up a bigger issue, that sadly will not disappear or go away unless we resolve it. Some people need a friend to talk to or a buddy to join the gym with. Some people seek counseling and find it easier to vent to a stranger.
I know I need to go to the gym more and watch my portion control. I also know working from home does not help prevent myself from 'overeating' but Spring is around the corner and soon all the great fruits and veggies will be in available and bathing suit season will be here. Sounds depressing right!? But the reality is recognize why you do what you do and try to resolve it before it gets out of control. Also there is nothing wrong with "feeding" your soul...just as long as in the long run it won't end up harming it.
The flip side to this is when I notice my pants getting a little snug I get upset about it and try to control what I eat. I worked in the medical field for 5 years and worked for surgeons who performed the weight loss procedure. It was amazing how many of us eat to fulfill an emotion we can not handle on our own. Luckily I realize when I am eating too much and take a step back. But for those who can't it gets tough and need some guidance.
We all have our own addictions and use different measures in helping us deal with our emotions but we also need to know when to take a step back and not abuse ourselves and make sure we stay healthy. The reality is when we do this to ourselves we are covering up a bigger issue, that sadly will not disappear or go away unless we resolve it. Some people need a friend to talk to or a buddy to join the gym with. Some people seek counseling and find it easier to vent to a stranger.
I know I need to go to the gym more and watch my portion control. I also know working from home does not help prevent myself from 'overeating' but Spring is around the corner and soon all the great fruits and veggies will be in available and bathing suit season will be here. Sounds depressing right!? But the reality is recognize why you do what you do and try to resolve it before it gets out of control. Also there is nothing wrong with "feeding" your soul...just as long as in the long run it won't end up harming it.
"Eat well. Live well. Be well."
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Proactiv® Acne Solution-I highly recommend it!
Luckily as a child and teenager I never had to deal with the battle of acne. It wasn't until after I had my daughter that I developed acne. I immediately went to a dermatologist and ever since then I use the Proactiv® Acne Solution every morning and every night.
My family, friends and I all highly recommend this product. It is so easy to use and my skin has never looked better. I know you all have seen a ton of commercials on this but I promise you it is legit and REALLY works!!!
I love their face mask and use it weekly, and my husband even does the mask with me too. Their repairing lotion is great to use at night or during the day. So if you have acne issue or looking for a way to improve your skin then definitely give this product a try!
My family, friends and I all highly recommend this product. It is so easy to use and my skin has never looked better. I know you all have seen a ton of commercials on this but I promise you it is legit and REALLY works!!!
I love their face mask and use it weekly, and my husband even does the mask with me too. Their repairing lotion is great to use at night or during the day. So if you have acne issue or looking for a way to improve your skin then definitely give this product a try!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Pillsbury® Sweet Moments® Bite-Size Brownies Coupon
I must say the Pillsbury® Sweet Moments® Bite-Size Brownies look AMAZING!!! If you are like me or any other women out there, chocolate is my weakness, so when I saw these I had to share them with you all. These ready to eat bite-size snacks are available in three amazing flavors; Chocolate Fudge, Chocolate Caramel and Chocolate Chip. YUM!
Purchase them today in the fridge section of your grocery store and of course download this coupon today:
Coupon.
Enjoy!
Purchase them today in the fridge section of your grocery store and of course download this coupon today:
Coupon.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Follow Your Heart Quote
“Follow your heart, but be quiet for a while first. Ask questions, then feel the answer. Learn to trust your heart."Similar Quotes
Monday, February 21, 2011
Being Happy Quote
“Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections."Similar Quotes
Stop, Breathe & Enjoy the World Around You!
My husband usually puts my daughter to bed but tonight I decided to and I must say it was so fun and sad at the same time. She is now in a "big girl" bed and I LOVE it, so does she. Her room is yellow and all the bright colors and butterflies and toddler decorations make her room so cozy!
We were lying in her bed joking around and laughing. I could not believe how much she has grown. I was singing songs with her and cuddling, it was so much fun. And then of course through the laughter came the tears. No not from my daughter but from me. I could not believe this little girl is mine. I could not believe that 26 months ago she was in my belly and now singing songs with me.
I cherish those moments when nothing else matters, when it is her and I laughing and enjoying one another. She is amazing and those last 26 months flashed before my eyes. Here my baby girl, now a toddler, was in a big girl bed, talking away and giggling at the silly things we were saying. It is these moments in life that we need to stop and focus on. Forget work, forget your bills, forget the drama of the world and sit back every day for at least 30 minutes and take it all in. Stop breathe and enjoy the world around you!
We were lying in her bed joking around and laughing. I could not believe how much she has grown. I was singing songs with her and cuddling, it was so much fun. And then of course through the laughter came the tears. No not from my daughter but from me. I could not believe this little girl is mine. I could not believe that 26 months ago she was in my belly and now singing songs with me.
I cherish those moments when nothing else matters, when it is her and I laughing and enjoying one another. She is amazing and those last 26 months flashed before my eyes. Here my baby girl, now a toddler, was in a big girl bed, talking away and giggling at the silly things we were saying. It is these moments in life that we need to stop and focus on. Forget work, forget your bills, forget the drama of the world and sit back every day for at least 30 minutes and take it all in. Stop breathe and enjoy the world around you!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Donate and Make a Difference
It is funny how contagious generosity can be. I am a true believer of Karma and lately the smallest gestures make a huge difference. Whether it is a smile to a stranger or holding the door open for the elder, doing something good makes you feel good and whether you see it or not you in turn will receive something good!
Every year at this time I noticed that the request for donations come in. Not sure why or if there is a reason but they always seem to. I get my pile of donation requests filled with return labels, and notepads with my name on them and the ones with nickels and start to donate.
I know some people are not financially able to donate and that is fine, but for the majority of us please find a cause you believe in and give back. The feeling is rewarding in it's own way! I do not donate expecting something good in return, that defeats the whole purpose, but I give back because the cause I donate to has a special meaning to me or a loved one or just because I believe in the cause. So if you can make a difference and even it is just $5.00 every penny counts.
If you do not want to donate through the mail then get involved in a local community walk to raise money for a cause you believe in. There are a ton of local walks that I like to try to participate in and I make it fun by getting a group together to walk and in return we are giving back to our community.
Below are some of my favorite organizations to donate to.
Every year at this time I noticed that the request for donations come in. Not sure why or if there is a reason but they always seem to. I get my pile of donation requests filled with return labels, and notepads with my name on them and the ones with nickels and start to donate.
I know some people are not financially able to donate and that is fine, but for the majority of us please find a cause you believe in and give back. The feeling is rewarding in it's own way! I do not donate expecting something good in return, that defeats the whole purpose, but I give back because the cause I donate to has a special meaning to me or a loved one or just because I believe in the cause. So if you can make a difference and even it is just $5.00 every penny counts.
If you do not want to donate through the mail then get involved in a local community walk to raise money for a cause you believe in. There are a ton of local walks that I like to try to participate in and I make it fun by getting a group together to walk and in return we are giving back to our community.
Below are some of my favorite organizations to donate to.
- Susan G. Komen for the Cure
- Domestic Violence Crisis Center
- American Cancer Society
- Alzheimer's Association
- American Heart Association
- Special Olympics
Make a Difference Quote
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world." Anne Frank
Saturday, February 19, 2011
The Script - For The First Time
Great lyrics...remember through bad times hang in there because there is always a positive ending!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Where We Should Be Quote
"We often think 'what could have been', 'what would have been', or how things would have worked out if we did things differently but the reality is we are exactly where we 'should' be. We are the captains of our own destiny. So sit back and enjoy the ride!!"
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Raw Broccoli-YUM!
I love raw broccoli. I love dipping it in dressing and lately it is a must in my salads, which I try to eat at least once to twice a day! So I figured why not look up some facts on it to help me feel even better about eating it.
Did you know...
Did you know...
- 1 cup of Raw Broccoli has 135% of you daily value of Vitamin C Read More Here...
- Roman farmers called broccoli "the five green fingers of Jupiter." Read More Here...
The folic acid in broccoli helps women sustain normal tissue growth and is often used as a supplement when taking birth control pills and during pregnancies. Read More Here...
Hope Quote
“Never let go of hope. One day you will see that it all has finally come together. What you have always wished for has finally come to be. You will look back and laugh at what has passed and you will ask yourself... 'How did I get through all of that?" Similar Quotes
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Fun Valentine's Day Facts
I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's Day! My house is filled with chocolate and even though I should not love it I do!
So below are some fun Valentine facts I found that I thought you may enjoy.
So below are some fun Valentine facts I found that I thought you may enjoy.
- Teachers receive the most Valentine's Day cards, followed by children, mothers, wives, and then, sweethearts. Children between ages 6 to 10 exchange more than 650 million Valentine's cards with teachers, classmates, and family members. Read More...
- The red rose was the favorite flower of Venus, the Roman goddess of love. The color red stands for strong romantic feelings making the red rose the flower of love. Read More...
- 73% of Valentine Day flowers are bought by men, whereas women buy only 23% of Valentine flowers. Read More...
- The first Valentine's Day box of chocolates was introduced by Richard Cadbury in 1868. Read More...
Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day!!!
"When love is not madness, it is not love." Pedro Calderon de la Barca
“Your feet will bring you to where your heart is.” Irish Proverb
“Your feet will bring you to where your heart is.” Irish Proverb
Friday, February 11, 2011
TGIF Enjoy Life!
"Live and work but do not forget to play, to have fun in life and really enjoy it.”Eileen Caddy
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Cherish Your Child Quote
“Children will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them." Richard L. Evans
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Outgrowing Nap Time=More Vino for Mommy
These last two weeks my daughter has given me so much trouble while trying to put her down for a nap. It is exhausting. She is 26 months and I work while she sleeps so if she does not nap, I do not work and that means late night hours for me to try to play catch up.
The problem is she sits in her crib, and sings on top of her lungs. It would not be so bad if she read or played with her toys...nope she shouts and sings songs and calls for me until I give up and get her. Then she gets clumsy-like me-when she is over tired. I just do not get why she fights it...I promise I will not put up a fight if someone told me to take a nap!
I have a whole new perception on stay at home mom's since I typically am one-100% respect. I am exhausted by dinner and if I do not squeeze in a 20 minute nap I will not make it past 8:05 pm! I don't know how you mother's of multiples do it!
So I may have to stock the wine fridge to help me get through this little stage of life...hey why not don't they say a glass or maybe two are good to have a day!
The problem is she sits in her crib, and sings on top of her lungs. It would not be so bad if she read or played with her toys...nope she shouts and sings songs and calls for me until I give up and get her. Then she gets clumsy-like me-when she is over tired. I just do not get why she fights it...I promise I will not put up a fight if someone told me to take a nap!
I have a whole new perception on stay at home mom's since I typically am one-100% respect. I am exhausted by dinner and if I do not squeeze in a 20 minute nap I will not make it past 8:05 pm! I don't know how you mother's of multiples do it!
So I may have to stock the wine fridge to help me get through this little stage of life...hey why not don't they say a glass or maybe two are good to have a day!
Meet My lil Diva!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Snack time for Toddlers
My daughter loves snack time, so everyday I try to do something a little creative and healthy for her. Below are some of her favorite snack time treat combos.
- Sliced oranges and gold fish
- Pretzels and sliced grapes
- Ritz wheat crackers and american sliced cheese
- Yogurt and a banana
- Graham crackers dipped in milk
- Strawberries and dry Cheerios
- Cinnamon raisin bread and Watermelon
Men vs Women Forgiveness Quote
“Men forget but never forgive. Women forgive but never forget.” Similar Quotes
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Happy Super Bowl Sunday!
I must admit I do love Super Bowl Sunday but I am not a fan of football...I never even realize who is playing until the game starts. I love Super Bowl Sunday for the commercials and the food. It is like a holiday where you can excuse yourself for eating so much...my favorite: beer and Italian combo! YUM!
Below are some fun Super Bowl Facts that I thought you may enjoy.
Below are some fun Super Bowl Facts that I thought you may enjoy.
- Super Bowl Sunday is the number two food-consumption day of the year. The number one day … Thanksgiving. Read More
- According to Hallmark Cards, Inc., The Super Bowl represents the No. 1 at-home party event of the year. Read More
- 8 million pounds of guacamole is consumed on Super Bowl Sunday. Read More
Friday, February 4, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Man's Heart Quote
"The way to a man's heart is through his stomach"
This is so true, you may not think since my husband has a great built- he is tall and slender but ladies I must say if you can cook it is an easy access to any man's heart. As for all those men out there...every women loves a man who can cook and if you clean too then you're a golden catch!
This is so true, you may not think since my husband has a great built- he is tall and slender but ladies I must say if you can cook it is an easy access to any man's heart. As for all those men out there...every women loves a man who can cook and if you clean too then you're a golden catch!
Joke of the Day: The Italian Elbow
Like many other nationalities Italians love to spread love through food and gifts. You never go ANYWHERE empty handed! So when I read this joke I could not stop laughing. Enjoy!
The Italian Elbow
An Italian grandmother is giving directions to her grown grandson who is coming to visit with his wife.
"You comma to de front door of the apartmenta. I am inna apartmenta 301. There issa bigga panel at the front door. With you elbow , pusha button 301.I will buzza you in. Come inside, the elevator is on the right. Get in, and with you elbow , pusha 3.When you get out, I'mma on the left.With you elbow , hit my doorbell."
"Grandma, that sounds easy, but, why am I hitting all these buttons with my elbow?
"What . . . .. .. You coming empty handed?"
The Italian Elbow
An Italian grandmother is giving directions to her grown grandson who is coming to visit with his wife.
"You comma to de front door of the apartmenta. I am inna apartmenta 301. There issa bigga panel at the front door. With you elbow , pusha button 301.I will buzza you in. Come inside, the elevator is on the right. Get in, and with you elbow , pusha 3.When you get out, I'mma on the left.With you elbow , hit my doorbell."
"Grandma, that sounds easy, but, why am I hitting all these buttons with my elbow?
"What . . . .. .. You coming empty handed?"
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Did you know...The Average Couple Fights 312 Times a Year!
I have been with my husband long enough to know about the things I love about him and the things I do not love about him. But for some reason we still have our arguments. I am sure we all have our lists of things that bug us and I am sure my husband has his too. So when I came across this article I laughed out loud and thought you may enjoy it too!
"Couples argue 312 times a year (mostly on Thursday at 8pm for ten minutes)"
My favorite thing they mentioned was out of the TOP TEN things couples argue about the number one thing women nag their significant other over is....Stubble in the Sink! Boy were they right...maybe the mirror should not be over the sink!
Happy Reading Ladies :)
"Couples argue 312 times a year (mostly on Thursday at 8pm for ten minutes)"
My favorite thing they mentioned was out of the TOP TEN things couples argue about the number one thing women nag their significant other over is....Stubble in the Sink! Boy were they right...maybe the mirror should not be over the sink!
Happy Reading Ladies :)
Happy 1st of the Month
I love the first of the month. I feel like it is New Year's and you can start a new beginning every time the 1st of the month approaches. This month I anticipate will be great, I have a lot of great weekend events planned with friends that I have not seen in a while, I am taking some weekend trips and before you know it Spring will be here.
So cheers to a good month to all of you! May you leave your troubles behind you and look forward to the wonderful times ahead of you!
"Today a new sun rises for me; everything lives, everything is animated, everything seems to speak to me of my passion, everything invites me to cherish it.” Ninon de Lenclos
So cheers to a good month to all of you! May you leave your troubles behind you and look forward to the wonderful times ahead of you!
"Today a new sun rises for me; everything lives, everything is animated, everything seems to speak to me of my passion, everything invites me to cherish it.” Ninon de Lenclos
Monday, January 31, 2011
Article about Your Purpose In Life
I never realized how repetitive life was until I had a child. I woke up, made us breakfast, we played, then she had snack, play some more, made her lunch then nap time. Got her up, played, made dinner, put her down for bed and then went to bed to do it all over again. Yes, now that I am working from home in between I am working, dealing with clients, checking emails ect...But there comes a point in life when you think to yourself 'is this really it?!" You start adding different activities into the mix and make plans with friends and family so you have something to look forward to. But the reality is sometimes we need a refresher as to what really is our purpose in life.
This is a great article I came across that I thought you may enjoy. I have not read the book but I did enjoy this article.
Finding The Purpose Of Life by John Falls
This is a great article I came across that I thought you may enjoy. I have not read the book but I did enjoy this article.
Finding The Purpose Of Life by John Falls
Pillsbury $1 Million Dollar Cook Off
Calling all cooks, bakers and creative tasters... Pillsbury is having their 45th Pillsbury Bake-Off®
Consumers can submit recipes in one of four recipe categories:
*The Breakfast & Brunches category
*The Entertaining Appetizers category
*The Dinner Made Easy™
*The Sweet Treats category
Recipes will be judged on 1) taste, 2) appearance, 3) creativity and 4) consumer appeal.
Enter today at www.bakeoff.com, valid now until April 18, 2011. *One hundred lucky finalists will get a change to compete for the grand prize of $1 Million dollars during the contest finals.
Happy Cooking!!!
Consumers can submit recipes in one of four recipe categories:
*The Breakfast & Brunches category
*The Entertaining Appetizers category
*The Dinner Made Easy™
*The Sweet Treats category
Recipes will be judged on 1) taste, 2) appearance, 3) creativity and 4) consumer appeal.
Enter today at www.bakeoff.com, valid now until April 18, 2011. *One hundred lucky finalists will get a change to compete for the grand prize of $1 Million dollars during the contest finals.
Happy Cooking!!!
Enough Quote
"Don't ever give someone the satisfaction to make you feel as if you are not pretty enough, good enough or worthy enough!"
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Avon Voices-Online Singing Talent Search for Women
Here's your chance ladies to show off your talent and get a chance to win a record deal. To celebrate its 125th Anniversary, Avon Voices ,the company’s first-ever global online singing talent search for women and songwriting competition for men and women, are in search of two winners who will receive the chance to have a professionally recorded album.
All you have to do is sing out on a 30-second video clip from their approved song list at http://www.avonvoices.com/. Pick a song from their list, create a performance video and upload your video by February 13, 2011. How simple is that!
Your video will be judged by celebrities and music-industry greats including Fergie, and Natasha Bedingfield.
Here's your chance to shine! Submit your video today!
All you have to do is sing out on a 30-second video clip from their approved song list at http://www.avonvoices.com/. Pick a song from their list, create a performance video and upload your video by February 13, 2011. How simple is that!
Your video will be judged by celebrities and music-industry greats including Fergie, and Natasha Bedingfield.
Here's your chance to shine! Submit your video today!
Be True to Yourself Quote
“Above all, be true to yourself, and if you cannot put your heart in it, take yourself out of it.” Similar Quotes
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Best Friend Quote
“When it hurts to look back, and you're scared to look ahead, you can look beside you and your best friend will be there" Similar Quotes
More Snow Facts
I woke up this morning, rolled over and called my husband and asked "so did it snow last night?" his reply "are you serious?" I guess I should have looked outside before calling him since we got a foot of snow. He was already up since 3 am plowing with a buddy. I got up opened the back door and attempted to let the dogs out.
Yep, we were snowed it yet again. I did my part and shoveled my way out...well after 10 minutes I decided it was enough of an attempt and headed back inside.
Below are some more fun Snow Facts:
* For the average person who weighs 150lbs you burn 408 calories an hour when you shovel
** The average snowflake falls at a speed of 3.1 miles per hour
*** Snow acts like a layer of insulation to the ground and can keep plants insulated from the detrimental sub-zero freezing temperatures.
**** According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest snowflake on record measured 38cm wide and 20cm thick. It was observed in Montana, USA in 1887 and described by witnesses as "larger than a milk pan".
For all of you in the East Coast make some hot chocolate and stay in!
Links to facts:
* http://caloriecount.about.com/calories-burned-shoveling-snow-a170
** http://www.wsaz.com/blogs/askjosh/85642922.html
*** http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=6110678428377586722
**** http://www.telegraph.co.uk/topics/weather/4434773/Snow-Britain-10-facts-about-snow.html
Yep, we were snowed it yet again. I did my part and shoveled my way out...well after 10 minutes I decided it was enough of an attempt and headed back inside.
Below are some more fun Snow Facts:
* For the average person who weighs 150lbs you burn 408 calories an hour when you shovel
** The average snowflake falls at a speed of 3.1 miles per hour
*** Snow acts like a layer of insulation to the ground and can keep plants insulated from the detrimental sub-zero freezing temperatures.
**** According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest snowflake on record measured 38cm wide and 20cm thick. It was observed in Montana, USA in 1887 and described by witnesses as "larger than a milk pan".
For all of you in the East Coast make some hot chocolate and stay in!
Links to facts:
* http://caloriecount.about.com/calories-burned-shoveling-snow-a170
** http://www.wsaz.com/blogs/askjosh/85642922.html
*** http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=6110678428377586722
**** http://www.telegraph.co.uk/topics/weather/4434773/Snow-Britain-10-facts-about-snow.html
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Banana Smoothie
I had this smoothie every morning when I went to Dominican Republic. Every time my energy is a little low I make it and it is sooo refreshing!
* You could always add a scope of vanilla ice cream or a tsp of sugar!
- 1 Cup of Milk
- 1 Ripe Banana
- 1 cup of ice
* You could always add a scope of vanilla ice cream or a tsp of sugar!
Good Day vs Bad Day Quote
"The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude" Dennis S. Brown
Me and My lil one
Snowed in Craft Time
We have had a lot of snow, and yet again today it is snowing so we are snowed in. Since we can not go to Stew's or Stepping Stones I had to do something to distract my hyper little girl so out came out the craft bag of goodies.
We painted...until she wanted to paint her face. We played with play-doh until she insisted she wanted to wear it so I had to make bracelets and rings out of it. Then was the puzzle that ended up all over my floor. With all that said it was a great morning. Once the snow stops we'll go play outside with the doggies, then it'll be time for a nap for baby and me!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Multitasking- Don't Do It
I multitask all the time. I brush my teeth while I am showering. I empty the dishwasher while I talk on the phone, I even check my email while I am eating. We all do it and I notice as a mother I do it even more but as we all know when we multitask we aren't focusing 100% on the task we are working on. Sometimes we make huge errors that cost us more time to fix it then to actually focus on doing it right the first time.
So I did a little research as to why we should not be doing it:
And of course as I am writing this blog post I am speaking to my husband while checking my blackberry that keeps going off. I need to shut everything out and focus on one thing at a time. Reality is that 9 out of 10 times the things that are distracting us are the least important things we should not be focusing on.
*click on links to read more
So I did a little research as to why we should not be doing it:
*The Institute of Psychiatry at the University of London conducted a study to investigate what damages a person’s IQ more: multitasking, smoking marijuana, or losing a night of sleep. The results show multitasking temporarily lowers a person’s IQ by 10 points, according to http://chicagotribune.com/
And of course as I am writing this blog post I am speaking to my husband while checking my blackberry that keeps going off. I need to shut everything out and focus on one thing at a time. Reality is that 9 out of 10 times the things that are distracting us are the least important things we should not be focusing on.
*click on links to read more
Monday, January 24, 2011
Easy Apple Crisp
This is a great and easy recipe if you have left over apples and do not know what to do with them.
- 2 cups of oats-raw
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 stick of melted butter
- 4 small apples
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Beware-Potty Training in Session!
I must admit I am so not looking forward to this potty training thing at all. I mean I am constantly out with my daughter so it is hard to put a pull up on her, set the clock every 30 minutes and rush her to the potty. But with that said she is getting older so the pressure is up to ME to get her in the potty training mode.
I started two months ago with bringing out her potty. At first she hated it, she cried, did not even want to look at it. The first time I sat her down on it she got up, said "no potty" and stood in her own puddle...I just mopped the floor that morning.
Now she loves it, only problem she plays on it. She will sit, sing, count the tile on the ground but nothing happens. She even likes her privacy and has said "ok, be right back" and slammed the door in my face. So now the challenge is getting her to actually do something, getting me to set the timer and to get rid of these diapers for good!
I have done my reading on tips and believe what may work for one child may not work for another, ex: bribing kids with candy or chocolate-great idea but my daughter is like me and the minute she has a little sugar she gets super hyper. She already tries to run around the house without a diaper on forget about when she has a little sugar in her!
Below are some articles I read and am attempting some of their tips. In the meantime I put up a big sign on my front door to warn all visitors "Beware-Potty Training in Session!"
Some useful articles on Potty Training...
*20 Best-Ever Potty Training Tips
*13 TOILET-TRAINING TIPS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU START
*When to start potty training?
*Potty Training 101
I started two months ago with bringing out her potty. At first she hated it, she cried, did not even want to look at it. The first time I sat her down on it she got up, said "no potty" and stood in her own puddle...I just mopped the floor that morning.
Now she loves it, only problem she plays on it. She will sit, sing, count the tile on the ground but nothing happens. She even likes her privacy and has said "ok, be right back" and slammed the door in my face. So now the challenge is getting her to actually do something, getting me to set the timer and to get rid of these diapers for good!
I have done my reading on tips and believe what may work for one child may not work for another, ex: bribing kids with candy or chocolate-great idea but my daughter is like me and the minute she has a little sugar she gets super hyper. She already tries to run around the house without a diaper on forget about when she has a little sugar in her!
Below are some articles I read and am attempting some of their tips. In the meantime I put up a big sign on my front door to warn all visitors "Beware-Potty Training in Session!"
Some useful articles on Potty Training...
*20 Best-Ever Potty Training Tips
*13 TOILET-TRAINING TIPS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU START
*When to start potty training?
*Potty Training 101
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Rosie the Riveter Icon for Feminist Movement
How many times have we all seen this poster and never realize the story behind it? I have seen this image for years over and over again. Rosie the Riveter was an icon for the feminist movement. Funny how the designers pumped up her arms to look more masculine. She recently passed away at the age of 86. Read article here...
100 Best Companies to Work For
Great article on the top 100 Companies to work for. Read More Here...
I am proud to say my favorite store Stew Leonard's made the top 20! I was actually there today and when I told my daughter we were going there she said "we get ice cream cone, we see cow, we see horse?" Horse?! I could not stop laughing!
Read More Here...
I am proud to say my favorite store Stew Leonard's made the top 20! I was actually there today and when I told my daughter we were going there she said "we get ice cream cone, we see cow, we see horse?" Horse?! I could not stop laughing!
Read More Here...
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
The Ultimate Burger-Tastes Just Like a Big Mac
I love burgers and can name off a list of great places to eat the Ultimate Burger but if you are like me and like to cook then try out this easy recipe:
Spray a griddle with Pam cooking spray, cook burgers, season with garlic salt. Mix a salad with the Ken's dressing. Once the burger is cooked top with american cheese, pickles, ketchup and salad. Tastes just like a Big Mac!
*Healthy alternative is to use ground turkey meat to make a turkey burger. Enjoy!
- Burger- I make my own by making patties out of ground meat, shape them and cook
- Ken's Steak House Lite Creamy Caesar dressing
- Vlasic Kosher Dill Pickles
- American Cheese
- Buns-I like the garlic ones
- Lettuce
- Ketchup
Spray a griddle with Pam cooking spray, cook burgers, season with garlic salt. Mix a salad with the Ken's dressing. Once the burger is cooked top with american cheese, pickles, ketchup and salad. Tastes just like a Big Mac!
*Healthy alternative is to use ground turkey meat to make a turkey burger. Enjoy!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Driving Miss Daisy for The Actors Fund: Buy Your Tickets Today!
There is nothing I respect more than a person with talent. I love watching shows and plays and am always amazed with how people can transform into character in front of a crowd of people. I am very sociable but could never get up the courage to go on stage and perform...even though it seems like a ton of fun.
That is why I am glad to write about a great cause that "The Broadway company of Driving Miss Daisy will be adding a ninth performance to their already scheduled eight-show week in order to perform a benefit performance on Monday, February 7 at 8pm. All proceeds will go to The Actors Fund, a national human services organization that helps those working in performing arts and entertainment." Learn More Here
So for all of you out there who love entertainment and respect the art of acting please visit this performance and know that you are helping contribute to a wonderful cause!
Purchase Tickets Here!
That is why I am glad to write about a great cause that "The Broadway company of Driving Miss Daisy will be adding a ninth performance to their already scheduled eight-show week in order to perform a benefit performance on Monday, February 7 at 8pm. All proceeds will go to The Actors Fund, a national human services organization that helps those working in performing arts and entertainment." Learn More Here
So for all of you out there who love entertainment and respect the art of acting please visit this performance and know that you are helping contribute to a wonderful cause!
Purchase Tickets Here!
Getting Older Quote
"The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age." Lucille Ball
Greek Yogurt
I love yogurt, I always have. My daughter also loves it which is great since she refuses to drink milk. I am a huge fan of Chobani yogurt. I usually buy there vanilla yogurt and add a tablespoon of honey to it. I love the mixture of the plain yogurt with the honey. My second favorite is their peach yogurt. It has chunks of real peaches in it. Usually you can buy them 4 for $5.00 at the grocery store. Sign up here to receive a coupon and try one today!
Monday, January 17, 2011
Martin Luther King, Jr. Quote
"If a man hasn't discovered something that he will die for, he isn't fit to live." Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Great Article on Happiness and Success
We all work so hard but not all of us are really happy with what we do. In this article he talks about how you must be happy inorder to really be successful. Enjoy! Russell Simmons’ rules for getting “super rich”
"Learn to love what is in front of you!" Russell Simmons
Friday, January 14, 2011
Let Go Quote
"Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure." Oprah Winfrey
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Feel Good Song: Rihanna ft David Guetta Who's That Chick OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
Great song to work out to!
Relationship Quote
"Don't go for the looks, it can be quite deceiving. Don't go for wealth, even that fades away -- go for someone who makes you smile because only a smile makes a dark day seem bright. ” Similar Quotes.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Snow Facts
It's snowing again, third time this season, so I thought it may be fun to look up some fun Snow Facts.
- For it to snow the tops of the clouds must be below 0 degrees Celsius, or 32 degrees Fahrenheit. *
- Snow is actually clear/transparent. Snow appears white because the crystals act as prisms, breaking up the light of the sun into the entire spectrum of color.**
- There are five different shapes of snow crystals. A long needle shape, hollow column that is shaped like a six-sided prism, thin and flat six-sided plates, six-pointed stars and intricate dendrites.**
- The biggest snow storm in the United States occurred in 1967 in mid-western parts of the country. In Chicago, the storm accumulated 23 inches of snow in just 24 hours!***
We're expecting another 8-15"in the next 24 hrs. Stay warm and if you really have to go out then please drive safe!!
Life Quote
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” Similar Quotes
*I always loved this quote!!
*I always loved this quote!!
Monday, January 10, 2011
Power of Prayer
I know I've said it before but I can't emphasis enough about how strong the power of prayer is. We all have different beliefs and that is what makes this world such a wonderful place, but it is crazy how strong the power of prayer really is!
Someone really close to me is in the hospital. As I waited by the phone all day for updates I noticed I was driving myself crazy.
I decided I needed to leave the house for a distraction. I got my shoes on and packed my diaper bag. Before I left I made another call to the hospital, received an update that the patient was not doing better and we were not sure what the next step would be.
I put my daughter's shoes on her, sat on the couch next to her and began to pray. She was really cute as she tried to be serious as I prayed with her. I felt a little better got in my car and pulled out of my driveway. Two minutes later I received a call. The doctor's said the patient was on their way to recovery. Yes, I know you think I am crazy and yes it is a coincidence but when I went to the hospital tonight and told everyone the story it was as if we all knew it was some little miracle.
Pray...I do not care to who or what you pray to but pray and believe in the power of prayer! Trust me even if your prayers do not get answered you will feel much better!
Someone really close to me is in the hospital. As I waited by the phone all day for updates I noticed I was driving myself crazy.
I decided I needed to leave the house for a distraction. I got my shoes on and packed my diaper bag. Before I left I made another call to the hospital, received an update that the patient was not doing better and we were not sure what the next step would be.
I put my daughter's shoes on her, sat on the couch next to her and began to pray. She was really cute as she tried to be serious as I prayed with her. I felt a little better got in my car and pulled out of my driveway. Two minutes later I received a call. The doctor's said the patient was on their way to recovery. Yes, I know you think I am crazy and yes it is a coincidence but when I went to the hospital tonight and told everyone the story it was as if we all knew it was some little miracle.
Pray...I do not care to who or what you pray to but pray and believe in the power of prayer! Trust me even if your prayers do not get answered you will feel much better!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Don't Take Things for Granted
"It's amazing how much we take for granted and never realize it until we almost loose it!"
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Feel Good Song: John M - Say What You Need to Say
I always say too much but there are some people out there
who have trouble expressing themselves or are afraid to say how they
feel or what they want. So this song is for all of you out there...
to say too much is better than to say too little.
Friday, January 7, 2011
Having a Hard Time Falling Asleep?
This is a great article by Woman's Day on foods that can help you fall asleep at night. Although some of the foods they mention like milk and decaf tea we all grew up knowing about, they mention some really interesting foods like Edamame and Cherries which was news to me! Happy Zzz's
"10 Foods That Can Help You Sleep" by Woman's Day
"10 Foods That Can Help You Sleep" by Woman's Day
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Feel Quote
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou
Guess Who Got Into My Bathroom...
My daughter loves to play in my bathroom upstairs, it has high ceilings so she loves how her voice echos in there. So the other day I am putting my clothes away and notice she is a little too quiet in there. I walk in and find her playing with the toilet paper. The best thing is I was so mad that I brought her downstairs and later that evening when I went to the bathroom I forgot I left it like this and was cracking up!
Yep...just another day in the life of being a mom!
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Appreciation Quote
" Sometimes we need to take a step back and look around to really appreciate what we have and how we got here."
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
My husband bought my daughter and I a family membership for Christmas and I must say I love this place! Stepping Stones Museum is filled with interactive activities for children of all ages. I brought my daughter there over the weekend and we spent 2 hours having a blast.
There are a ton of Exhibits for children of all ages, they even had a Science Lab and an Art Studio. The Energy Lab is so cool, it's my favorite, it is a room filled with balls and water and kids play with the balls and water shoots up. My daughter has a blast in this room.
If you're ever in the area check it out, it is well worth it! http://www.steppingstonesmuseum.org/
There are a ton of Exhibits for children of all ages, they even had a Science Lab and an Art Studio. The Energy Lab is so cool, it's my favorite, it is a room filled with balls and water and kids play with the balls and water shoots up. My daughter has a blast in this room.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Dry Skin Remedies
The winter is horrible for my skin and I hate chapped lips so these are "must" do winter remedies to fight chapped lips and dry skin.
- Always drink lots of water
- Apply lotion to your body as soon as you get out of the shower
- Before bed apply hand cream-not lotion- but cream, some people even put rubber gloves on after they apply the cream so they wake up to extra soft hands
- Before bed apply chap stick, I love the Cherry Carmex or Blistex Lip Massage
- Also use chapstick over your lipstick when you leave the house
- Also make sure you have enough face lotion on so you do not get wind burn when you go out
Monday, January 3, 2011
Comfort Food to Soothe a Cold
These two weeks of partying caught up to me. I woke up this morning feeling pretty bad; sore throat, achy body, and tired. I am not one to run to the doctor every time I am under the weather unless I am really sick. So below are my home remedies to feeling better and comfort food to soothe any cold!
- Tylenol
- Tea with honey
- Water-lots of it
- Soup
- Peanut butter and jelly- this is my favorite comfort food of all time when I am not feeling well
- Sleep- lots of it
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Live Now Quote
"With the past, I have nothing to do; nor with the future. I live now." Ralph Waldo Emerson
New Year's Resolution
We all start the year off by creating a Resolution for the New Year in hopes of bettering our life and making a new start. So for this year I decided, even though it may sound selfish, to focus on the things in life that make me happy. I know it sounds silly with all the responsibilities I have but the reality is if I am happy then everyone around me will be happier!
I always lived my life a head of the game, I got married young, always worked and saved, I had a daughter young, I always focused on what was next. Well now I am focusing on the present, on a day to day basis. No more planning too ahead of time, no more focusing so ahead that I loose focus of today, the present!
I need to start living my life day by day, look forward to what the day will be not tomorrow. We need to live in the moment not in the future, because we do not know what the future will bring and I need to stop worrying about that!
I always lived my life a head of the game, I got married young, always worked and saved, I had a daughter young, I always focused on what was next. Well now I am focusing on the present, on a day to day basis. No more planning too ahead of time, no more focusing so ahead that I loose focus of today, the present!
I need to start living my life day by day, look forward to what the day will be not tomorrow. We need to live in the moment not in the future, because we do not know what the future will bring and I need to stop worrying about that!
Here's to a happier 2011!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy 1-1-11
Happy New Year Everyone! It's the first of the year and month so make it a great one. I hope you all had an amazing New Year and shared it with everyone you love! I am blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life and although I couldn't be with all of them to bring in the New Year, I was with most of them!
Cherish today and everyday!!!
Thursday, December 30, 2010
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
May 2011 bring you what 2010 couldn't!
Have a Safe & Happy New Year!
Cheers to a Wonderful 2011!!
Happy New Year Quote
“Look at life through the windshield, not the rear-view mirror” Byrd Baggett
This quote is perfect for the New Year. You can not go back and change what 2010 was but you can look forward to what 2011 will be! Let go of the past and look forward to the future and remember to live for today because you never know what tomorrow will bring!
This quote is perfect for the New Year. You can not go back and change what 2010 was but you can look forward to what 2011 will be! Let go of the past and look forward to the future and remember to live for today because you never know what tomorrow will bring!
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
StillTasty.com
This is the coolest site! I had an opened bottle of Smirnoff VanillaVodka and was not sure if it was still good so my girlfriend told me to look it up on this site. http://stilltasty.com/
This site is a shelf life guide to food and beverages. Some of their cool features are to check out how long something can last in the freezer or the shelf life of products. Great source for any food question! Try it today!
This site is a shelf life guide to food and beverages. Some of their cool features are to check out how long something can last in the freezer or the shelf life of products. Great source for any food question! Try it today!
Blue Teeth
I love when we have to get ready for parties and my daughter and husband are all ready and I am still running around trying to look presentable. So one day I am running up and down the stairs trying on different outfits, I assume my husband is in the living with my daughter when all of sudden he comes to me and asks "What did you give her that made her mouth all blue?!"
For a quick second I looked at him like he had two heads and ran to find my daughter. Yep, she got a hold of her blue crayon and decided to gnaw on it. So I did what every mom would do, and no I did not call the poison control, I got a wash cloth and her tooth brush and spent the next 20 minutes getting her teeth white again while shaking my head and holding back laughter at my blue faced little monster.
For a quick second I looked at him like he had two heads and ran to find my daughter. Yep, she got a hold of her blue crayon and decided to gnaw on it. So I did what every mom would do, and no I did not call the poison control, I got a wash cloth and her tooth brush and spent the next 20 minutes getting her teeth white again while shaking my head and holding back laughter at my blue faced little monster.
Yep...just another day in the life of being a mom!
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Easy Cocktails
If you are like me and stay in on New Years but still like to have a party then these are the perfect cocktails to serve!
*Beer Limeade:
*Red Sangria:
Mix all together, squeeze in fresh lemons and oranges and add chopped fruit. Best if sits overnight
* Drink responsibly and never drink and drive!*
*Beer Limeade:
- 1 can Minute Maid limeade
- Beer
*Red Sangria:
- Gallon of Merlot- I never end up using the whole thing
- Half Gallon of gingerale- I use less than half
- 3 shots of Stoli Orange
- 3 Shots of Brandy
- lemons and oranges
- 2 tsp splenda
- Chopped apples and grapes (only if you have grapes)
Mix all together, squeeze in fresh lemons and oranges and add chopped fruit. Best if sits overnight
* Drink responsibly and never drink and drive!*
Monday, December 27, 2010
The Ultimate Hot Chocolate
My mom always made this for us when we were kids. It is the ultimate hot chocolate recipe. YUM!
- Cup of milk
- Table spoon of real cocoa powder
- Teaspoon of sugar
Snowed In!
I love being snowed it. It is so cozy and even though I work from home and do not have to drive to get to work I still take some time out to take advantage of these quiet days. The wind was really strong but once it died down I took advantage of this snow day and went out side with my daughter, even the dogs ran around with us.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Inspiring Weather Quote
"Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather. " John Ruskin
Let it Snow!!!
Happy Day after Christmas Everyone. I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and Santa was good to you all!
We have a HUGE blizzard in my area and I must say I am loving it! I love how the snow always brings out the kid in everyone. It is super windy so I'll wait until tomorrow to bring my daughter out tubing and sledding. Maybe if we are lucky we'll be able to build a snow man. Even my dogs love the snow. They run around and bury their nose in the snow. It is hysterical.
My husband loves to plow so he is usually out and about with his buddies plowing our families drive ways and having fun. Before I had my daughter I would go with him too. It would be fun to help unbury cars or help cars that got stuck in the snow. For those in our area please do not go out unless you really have to and be safe out there!
I am just cozy by the fire and watching the snow fall outside. It's always nice to be snowed it, especially after two days of eating and partying! Be safe everyone and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
We have a HUGE blizzard in my area and I must say I am loving it! I love how the snow always brings out the kid in everyone. It is super windy so I'll wait until tomorrow to bring my daughter out tubing and sledding. Maybe if we are lucky we'll be able to build a snow man. Even my dogs love the snow. They run around and bury their nose in the snow. It is hysterical.
My husband loves to plow so he is usually out and about with his buddies plowing our families drive ways and having fun. Before I had my daughter I would go with him too. It would be fun to help unbury cars or help cars that got stuck in the snow. For those in our area please do not go out unless you really have to and be safe out there!
I am just cozy by the fire and watching the snow fall outside. It's always nice to be snowed it, especially after two days of eating and partying! Be safe everyone and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
Saturday, December 25, 2010
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Merry Christmas to You all and Your Families! May today and everyday you fill your life with love and laughter and cherish the ones you love!
Happy Holidays!
Friday, December 24, 2010
Holiday Wishes Quote
"May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility "Mary Anne Radmacher
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE!!!
Christmas Eve is HUGE in my family. It always has been. We always go to my parent's house for an all time eat feast and stay until mid night opening gifts with about 30 family members. I love Christmas Eve because it is my Christmas with my family and then of course now that I have my own little family I have Christmas Morning and Day to look forward to with my in-laws.
Christmas Eve always starts off with way too many appetizers, so much that normally when the main course comes out we are already sneaking into the dessert. My mom always has the seven different fishes and has added meat to the menu since we have people in the family who are now either allergic or do not eat fish. The main course usually consists of king crab with pasta or lobster tails and sauce, a non fish pasta, goat and salad. Yep... then there's dessert. Which we always have way too many but of course we all sample everything. Between all the food and spiked egg nog opening gifts is a sight!
We always made my mom the elf and in charge of handing out gifts. By then she had one too many glasses of wine and without her glasses she can not see so she is constantly reading off the wrong names to everyone. It is hysterical! My pop doesn't have the patience so he is normally no where to be found to give him his gifts and is walking in and out of the living room. I bet he never really knows who bought him what since he always opens his gifts half way and says "Did you get me the right size?!" but he always acts like he LOVES everything you got him, even if it ends up in his closet with the tags still on.
I try to get the love seat by the fire so I can make my pile near the couch and be cozy. We usually take a break for a drink, for those who smoke and to munch on more dessert. An hour into opening gifts the crowd usually dies down and the laughing turns into yawning.
I always pause and look around at everyone when we are all in one room opening gifts and take that moment in for as long as possible and am grateful to share another year with everyone. Family traditions are so important and as the years have come and gone we have gained and lost people but best of all we've been there for one another.
I am looking forward to tonight, like every Christmas Eve and hope you all have a wonderful night too and cherish those memories with loved ones, regardless of the fights and loud relatives, cherish one another because as we get older things change and those rare moments when we all can be together may change!!
Christmas Eve always starts off with way too many appetizers, so much that normally when the main course comes out we are already sneaking into the dessert. My mom always has the seven different fishes and has added meat to the menu since we have people in the family who are now either allergic or do not eat fish. The main course usually consists of king crab with pasta or lobster tails and sauce, a non fish pasta, goat and salad. Yep... then there's dessert. Which we always have way too many but of course we all sample everything. Between all the food and spiked egg nog opening gifts is a sight!
We always made my mom the elf and in charge of handing out gifts. By then she had one too many glasses of wine and without her glasses she can not see so she is constantly reading off the wrong names to everyone. It is hysterical! My pop doesn't have the patience so he is normally no where to be found to give him his gifts and is walking in and out of the living room. I bet he never really knows who bought him what since he always opens his gifts half way and says "Did you get me the right size?!" but he always acts like he LOVES everything you got him, even if it ends up in his closet with the tags still on.
I try to get the love seat by the fire so I can make my pile near the couch and be cozy. We usually take a break for a drink, for those who smoke and to munch on more dessert. An hour into opening gifts the crowd usually dies down and the laughing turns into yawning.
I always pause and look around at everyone when we are all in one room opening gifts and take that moment in for as long as possible and am grateful to share another year with everyone. Family traditions are so important and as the years have come and gone we have gained and lost people but best of all we've been there for one another.
I am looking forward to tonight, like every Christmas Eve and hope you all have a wonderful night too and cherish those memories with loved ones, regardless of the fights and loud relatives, cherish one another because as we get older things change and those rare moments when we all can be together may change!!
Merry Christmas Eve!
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wine, Chocolate and Girlfriends Quote
"There's nothing better than a bottle of wine, chocolate and a night in with girlfriends!"
THANKS CD XO
Sammy Meow...
I have two fury friends, a Rat Terrier dog named Spice and a long haired Chihuahua named Sammy. Now Spice, being a girl, always looked like a boy so when my daughter says "Spice...good boy" I could understand where the confusion may take place but when she looks at my 8 lb Chihuahua and says "Sammy Meow" I can not hold back the laughter!
No matter how much I try to tell her that Spice is a girl and Sammy is a dog not a cat, she insists on saying what she wants to say!
No matter how much I try to tell her that Spice is a girl and Sammy is a dog not a cat, she insists on saying what she wants to say!
Tough life these dogs have!
Yep...Just another day in the life of being a mom!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Prevent Stress This Holiday Season
There is always so much pressure and stress around the holidays. We always think we have all this time to buy gifts, make cookies, wrap everything, work, keep the house and kids in order but the reality is that no matter how prepared we are the pressure can add stress to something that should be enjoyable.
With the holidays just two days away I thought it would be good to share some useful tips I found to help me get through the pressures of the season.
With the holidays just two days away I thought it would be good to share some useful tips I found to help me get through the pressures of the season.
- *Stick to a budget. Before you go gift and food shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend. We all set a budget and then at the last minute spend so much money on last minute items!
- *Plan ahead. Set aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities. Plan your menus and then make your shopping list. Plan Plan Plan and stick to the plan! It is ok to not go to every party and gathering. It is ok to pick up dessert instead of making it. You can not do everything all in one day so plan ahead!
- *Take a breather. Make some time for yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. We all need a time out. Even if it means just going for a ride or getting a coffee alone. Take the phone off the hook and relax!
Blocks...blocks
My daughter loves to play with blocks. She usually drags the bag they are in around the house until I open them for her. Once they are opened she dumps them ALL out and asks me to build her a tower- which she will eventually knock down.
So one morning I am trying to get ready and she starts with the "blocks...blocks" she comes into the bathroom and hands me the bag. I tell her I will open them only if she plays with them in the playroom so I can finish getting ready. She looks up with me and says "blocks...blocks."
Being the good mom that I am I open the blocks and go back into the bathroom to finish blow drying my hair. I then feel this little tug on my leg and look down. She hands me a block, so I put it on the sink and continue getting ready. Before you know it she is handing me one block after another. I eventually run out of room on the sink and have no choice but to build her a tower while I blow dry my hair. My masterpiece is below:
So one morning I am trying to get ready and she starts with the "blocks...blocks" she comes into the bathroom and hands me the bag. I tell her I will open them only if she plays with them in the playroom so I can finish getting ready. She looks up with me and says "blocks...blocks."
Being the good mom that I am I open the blocks and go back into the bathroom to finish blow drying my hair. I then feel this little tug on my leg and look down. She hands me a block, so I put it on the sink and continue getting ready. Before you know it she is handing me one block after another. I eventually run out of room on the sink and have no choice but to build her a tower while I blow dry my hair. My masterpiece is below:
Yep...Just another day in the life of being a mom!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Easy Recipe: Sugar Cookies
I enjoy baking, although I prefer cooking, but every Christmas we make sugar cookies and cut them into shapes and decorate them...it would not feel like Christmas without sugar cookies. Below is an easy and yummy recipe.
Roll out dough, dip cookie cutters in flour and cut out shapes. Brush milk on cookies and add sprinkles. Bake for 12-15 mins at 350 degrees. Makes 2 dozen
Now I always end up covered in flour some how, and end up having to clean up sprinkles all over the floor, but they are fun to make and a great way to get into the holiday spirit!
- 3 tbsb. Butter soften
- 2/3 cup Sugar
- 1 Egg- room temperature
- 2 tsp. Vanilla
- 1 tbsp. Milk
- 2 cups of Flour
- 1/2 tsp. Baking Soda
- Sprinkles for decorating
Roll out dough, dip cookie cutters in flour and cut out shapes. Brush milk on cookies and add sprinkles. Bake for 12-15 mins at 350 degrees. Makes 2 dozen
Now I always end up covered in flour some how, and end up having to clean up sprinkles all over the floor, but they are fun to make and a great way to get into the holiday spirit!
Enjoy with a tall glass of milk!!
Baking vs Cooking
"Why is it that if I cook for 2 hrs I could feed an army, but if I bake for 2 hrs I only get two trays of cookies!"
This Week's Hot Holiday Deals-3
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Best Buy: Nintendo DSi $149.99 & get a $10 GC, 40" Sharp LCD HDTV $499.99 save $200 http://www.bestbuy.com/
P.C Richards: Keurig Mimi Single Serve Coffee Maker $99.97 http://www.pcrichard.com/
Staples: Garmin GOS $119.99 save $100, Amazon Kindle $379 http://www.staples.com/
Walmart: Kodak Digital Frame $69, Cannon Digital Camera $109 www.walmart.com
Happy Shopping!!
What We Want Quote
"Sometimes we act as if we are not sure of what we want, other times we know exactly what we want we just don't know how to get it!"
Monday, December 20, 2010
Friends Quote
"A loyal friend laughs at your jokes when they're not so good, and sympathizes with your problems when they're not so bad." Arnold H. Glasgow
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