Destined to Be Quote

“Some things are destined to be -- it just takes us a couple of tries to get there.”  J.R. Ward

Happy "Post" St. Patty's Day!

I hope you all had a great St. Patty's Day! Funny how although I am not Irish I, like most of us, still really enjoy this day. When I was younger it was all about the drinking but now that I am older it's a fun holiday that we can celebrate by dressing up silly, making everything we eat and drink green and for once a holiday you can have fun without having to buy anyone a gift!

I spent most of my saturday with my lil one and two nephews. We had a great day filled with corn beef and cabage, green cupcakes, green apple sauce and I even had my own marching band :)

Saturday night I was able to spend it with my fav Irish gal- my best friend and had some Summer Ale with some friends. Needless to say it was a great day. I hope you all had a great St. Patty's Day as well!

"Irish Blessings" To All Of You!



"May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back . May the sun shine warm upon your face, And the rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again

May God hold you in the palm of his hand."

"Wishing you always - Walls for the wind And a rood for rain And tea beside the fire. Laughter to cheer you,And those you love near you,

And all that your heart might desire!"

My "Pot of Gold"

My Juggling Act

I feel like life is a juggling act. I am a part time worker and a mom and I seem to constantly be juggling the two. For example tonight I am making my daughter green cupcakes for her St. Patty's day party at her preschool while checking my email for work. I am 40% worker, 55 % mom, 5% "me" and 100% go go go.

I know that you are all thinking the same way. I mean think about it. In life we all juggle different parts of who we are. For me I am a mother, worker, wife, friend, daughter, sister, aunt...and the list goes on. I juggle being there for my child, putting her in activities that I think would be good for her social skills, trying to be involved in her schools-yes she is currently in two different preschools which means pack snack for one and doing projects for another.

Then I am a worker with multiple clients, I juggle different tasks all day long for different clients. Then there's the "me" part. The person who loves to go to the gym, have date night with my hubby, grab drinks with my girlfriends, and when I have the time write or blog and catch up with family and friends. I have been so accustomed to this juggling act that even when I do get that free moment to lay on the couch I am reading the paper or a magazine while watching T.V.

If someone asks me to give up a part of my juggling act I couldn't. Being a mom was what I'm meant to be, working helps me grow a part of who I want to be and the "me" part...well let's face it we all need some "me" time.

So I guess my juggling act will have to continue. I may age a little faster from it but I guess at the end of the day all those parts really do make up who I really am!

Event to Support the Boys & Girls Village to Help the Children of CT

Enjoy a night out while helping a great cause! Fairfield Coupon is teaming up with the Boys and Girls Village to promote their "Laugh Out Loud" event Saturday, March 31st at Fairfield University's Quick Center. The Comedy show begins at 8:00pm featuring comedian Richard Lewis, who stars in HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

Tickets go on sale the weekend of March 23rd at http://www.fairfieldcoupon.com/ and best of all Fairfield Coupon will be donating 100% of their profits from this event to the Boys and Girls Village.

So mark your calendars! Tickets go on sale March 23rd at http://www.fairfieldcoupon.com/.

Feel Good Song: We are Young

This is a great song!!!

Be Happy Quote :)

"For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

My Lil One's First Day at Big Girl Preschool

"There may not be a lot of things in my life I was made to be but one thing I know for sure is I  was made to be a mom!!" 

My Soul :)

Feel Good Song: Have a Little Faith in Me

What We're Meant To Be Quote

"In the end we're all destined to be what we're meant to be"

Life Quote

"Funny how the things we all complain about, the things we cry about,  the things we all worry about are all the things that make up what life is all about! You can't escape from it so you might as well try to enjoy it"

Pick Yourself Back Up

"Sometimes you have to let yourself breakdown before you can build yourself back up"

I saw this quote today and wanted to share it with all of you. I feel this quote says a lot. We go through life feeling one way, ignoring things that bother us and smiling even when we aren't truly happy. So I wanted to let my readers know that breaking down is not a sign of weakness. Ignoring how you feel and  hiding your true feelings will only cause you harm. So you have my permission to let go and feel but the trick is to remember to then pick yourself  back up.

Have a Little Faith In Yourself Quote

"Change is hard, but also not knowing what you want is harder. Always have faith in yourself that you will do what you need to do regardless of what other's think you should do! At the end of the day it's your happiness that should guide you."

All Dogs Go to Heaven

Today I lost a very special animal, my family dog Toto. He was the cutest little long haired Chiwawa and only 12. It's crazy how losing a pet can feel like you lost a family member!

My daughter is only 3 so it is funny how you never know how to tell her about death. I explained that he had to go to heaven because he was sick but he'll always be with us. It's also crazy how the other dogs know he is no longer here.

I personally have two dogs and sometimes it feels like having two more children, and that is just what they are. Animals are our children and look at us to protect them, provide for them and nurture them. No one wants to see an animal go but when they are in pain and you know you can no longer help them you have to learn to let them go.

It was a very rough day for all of us but one person said it well. "All Dogs Go to Heaven." And I know he is running around up there!

You Are Your Only Solution Quote

" To the question of your life, you are the only answer.  To the problems of your life, you are the only solution." Jo Coudert

Feel Good Song: Katy Perry Part of Me

RIP Whitney Houston

Reports state we lost an amazing singer today, Whitney Houston. So young, so gifted, so talented, so sad! May her soul rest in peace and her music live on forever!

Laughter & Life Quote

"A sense of humor... is needed armor. Joy in one's heart and some laughter on one's lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp of life." Hugh Sidey

It's Never Too Late...

We all reach a point in our life at one time or another when we wonder "Is this really it?" When that happens we usually have reached a point in our life when our everyday routine isn't fun anymore or enjoyable, when our emotions become a little stale and we dread our every day lifestyle. It is like when sleeping becomes more fun then waking up and when things that used to excite us don't anymore. I know sounds depressing right!? Well when we reach that point it's a HUGE WAKE UP call for us to make a change.

Change is hard, believe me I know. We are accustomed to routine and change makes us uncomfortable. But when you take that first step, that HUGE step towards making a change then things seem to get a little easier.
Recently my husband decided to go back to school. Although I gave him that extra push to go it was a change for me as well. I know we'll be spending a lot of time without him and I will be spending nights alone but I am super excited for him. At first it was very hard for him and frustrating but now he is getting the hang of it and we are both getting used to the new routine.

We keep thinking life is what we make of it, but the reality is we need to make changes in order for things to get a little better. We are in control of our lives. I again want to emphasis how hard change is and no one wants to deal with it but most of the time change is for the better!

So remember "It's Never Too Late to Be What You Want to Be!"

Coping with Conflict Quote

“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it.” Similar Quotes

Feel Good Song: This One's For The Girls

Blind to Reality Quote by Dalai Lama

"When we are angry we are blind to reality. Anger may bring us a temporary burst of energy, but that energy is blind and it blocks the part of our brain that distinguishes right from wrong. To deal with our problems, we need to be practical and realistic. If we are to be realistic, we need to use our human intelligence properly, which means we need a calm mind." Dalai Lama

Happy Monday All!

Happy Monday Everyone! Not only is it Monday but it is also the end of the month and that means...well whatever you want it to mean but to me it means a fresh month.

January was ok to me...funny cause I am such a believer in signs and "The Secret" but yet I blame months on my bad experiences. So let me refresh, I allowed myself to get a little too stressed and overworked myself in the month of January, a lot of minor-unavoidable situations happened.  But with that said I did start working out again 3hours a week and I did not put on weight for the holidays, and I did drop another pants size YAY! More positives: I did work extra hours, I did book our big family vaca, I did have an amazing girls weekend so January was bad but yet so good in so many ways as well!

If you are going to take the good you have to take the bad too in every situation!

Happy Monday!

Laughter Quote

"A day without laughter is a day wasted." Charlie Chaplin

Cereal Just Got Even Better...

Did you know the Dietary Guidelines recommend people get at least 48 grams of whole grain in their daily diets. Thanks to General Mills you now can start your morning, have an afternoon snack of enjoy a bowl at night feeling even better about eating cereal. Cereal should not only taste good but also make you feel good for eating it. General Mills has added more whole grain fiber to their cereals. Same great taste, just more whole grain fiber!

I personally enjoy cereal throughout the day and night and not just for breakfast. I also love to mix the different General Mills brands together. Knowing that I am contributing to my daily recommended value of whole grain makes me enjoy eating it even more! Cheers to healthy eating!

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Peace of Mind Quote

"To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one's own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will naturally come to him." Buddha

Snow Day

Today was the first snow day we had in 2012. Gratefully it was on a Saturday so there was no rush to plow the drive way and clean off the cars. My lil on is sick so it was a great day for us to stay in our PJ's and watch movies on the couch. We even got to nap together. It was a great Snow Day!

My dog and lil one dying to play outside in the snow.

Feel Good Song: Kelly Clarkson Stronger-What Doesn't Kill You

Life is a Test

Everything that happens in life is a test. It's a test to see what can break you, but really it's about learning how to fix you, and make you stronger. It's funny how you think you are having a bad day and you hear about someone else having an even worse day then you and you think, well it can be worse.

The reality is life is not easy, life can really suck sometimes, but every situation we are faced with is a test to see how strong we are, it helps us build our character, it helps us get by the bad situations because we've dealt with even worse situations.

Sometimes I want to throw in the towel and say I give up but then I think about how much stronger I become. I also realize that every situation I encounter helps me look at life differently. I start to realize I am creating who I am everytime I handle a situation. I once had a friend ask how I manage to do it all and honestly just like the rest of you I don't. Some days I can do it all other days I give it all I can and whatever doesn't get done will have to wait. We just do what we have to do and smile along the way.

I always thought by the time I was an adult I would have life figured out and then something happens and I am learning about what life is about all over again. Life is a test, you can NOT fail this test, you can only pass and what I mean by this that we will make mistakes, we will do things and later look ourselves in the mirror and laugh at ourselves. We will have crappy days but then really good days. Don't let the bad days break you.

I love the expression "What we cry about today, we'll laugh about tomorrow." It is so true. So remember when your day is bad just remember tomorrow is another day. When your day is awesome, cherish it. Take it from me when they say "Life is what you make of it" they are not lying. And remember whenever you encounter a bad day just repeat to yourself that this too shall pass. Don't allow the things in life to bring you down. Allow yourself to grow with every experience and be good to yourself. Love yourself and when things bring you down pick yourself back up! Most importantly smile and be grateful because this life won't last forever!

Make an Impression Without Words Quote

"Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression by remaining silent"  Dalai Lama

Feel Good Song: Bon Jovi - Blaze of glory

Just Doing Zumba is Not Enough

I see so many people doing the treadmill and then go to a Zumba class. I love Zumba and doing cardio but after speaking with trainers and people into weight loss I think it is important to share this information: Zumba is NOT enough for weight loss.


I will be the first to admit that my body type needs cardio in order to loose weight and cardio helps you burn calories. Cardio is great for the brain and honestly the best stress releaser for me. Burning calories is great but what you need to add to your routine is weight training. Weight training helps burn fat and build muscle. I am not telling you to lift 15lbs of free weights to start with. Begin with 3lbs weights, then 5lbs and gradually increase.



My husband and trainer always tell me to lift less weight and do more reps. So if you get on the machine try lifting 20lbs and do four sets for 12 times each. Instead of lifting 30lbs and doing three sets for 10 times each. This burns fat and tones muscles. As a woman I do not want big muscles, but I do want to burn fat that is why I lift a little less. However, make sure you feel it, if you don't increase the weight. You want to make sure you are lifting enough.  Also when you do weight training your body continues to burn calories throughout the day vs. just doing cardio.

Below are some great articles to help you understand this better:

• How Much Weight Should You Lift? http://exercise.about.com/od/exerciseworkouts/a/liftingheavy.htm
• The Best Strength Training for Women http://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/weight-training-tips
• The 3 Best Strength Training Tips For Women: The 3 Rules Of 3 http://thebeautybean.com/site/sweat/the-3-best-strength-training-tips-for-women-the-3-rules-of-3/

*Please note I am not a doctor. I write based on my own personal experiences. Please consult with your doctor prior to doing any exercises!

Speak Less Quote

"When you speak less people will listen more."

Children Quote

"While we try to teach our children all about life, Our children teach us what life is all about." Angela Schwindt

My Daughter is Good for My Soul

It's funny how different children can make you feel. People always say having children makes your life more difficult, and although it is harder due to the fact that you have someone else to take care of I feel like my daughter makes my life easier at times. She helps me stop and appreciate the little things in life.

Life can be complicated, it's so easy for us to get stressed out and over work ourselves. But whenever times get tough I take a time out and just being with my daughter makes all the worries go away. She has this certain smile and way that calms me.

At night when she's sleeping I want to just curl up in her bed and forget all the problems of my day. When I have a really hectic day I tend to stop working early and pick her up. My mom is always wondering why I finished work early and my response was "I just needed a break so I wanted to see my daughter." Strange right?!

Reality is kids are simple, they look at life in a simple way and sometimes us adults need to be reminded of that. Life can be as complicated or as simple as we wish. Sometimes things are not in our control but when we look at life through our child's eyes it much more beautiful then we imagined it would be.

So stop and enjoy the little, simple things. I know I need to do that more for sure and my daughter is a constant reminder to help me do that! She's good for my soul and we all say we were brought here on earth for a purpose and I truly believe she was brought here to help me enjoy my life more.

Lay OFF the Scale!

I know we all have at least one scale in our house, I actually have two and if I could recommend anything to anyone it would be to Lay off the Scale!

Weight loss has always been a focus in my life, I tried different diets, exercises, diet programs, and I must say dieting is not fun! But the reality is if you really want to get in shape and remain in shape as a long term life goal then lay off the diets and change your "lifestyle."

I had a lifestyle change 6 months ago and I must say it is one I will stick with forever. Which consists of  protein with every meal, no caffeine and exercise at least 3 hours a week. At first I weighed myself all the time and it was VERY discouraging. But then I decided to lay off the scale and measure myself. It's funny how I always thought girls were the ones always obsessed with the scale but lately I have been hearing more men who are and my advice to them is to start measuring themselves.

The scale is our worst enemy but you can not deny the inches you track when you measure yourself. I suggest you measure your arms, legs, waist-above your belly button, thighs, chest-under your boobs and hips. I even measure my neck, and wrist, A week after working out and your "lifestyle" change" measure yourself again then wait two weeks and do it again. Keep a little journal of your measurements and once you start seeing results then you can hop on the scale. But don't let it discourage you, if you are building muscle it weighs more than fat. I always lose inches faster then lbs so this system always worked well for me.

Below are great sites on how to measure yourself:

• 4 Ways to Track Your Weight Loss Progress: Take Your Measurements Website: http://exercise.about.com/od/weightloss/a/weightlosstrack_2.htm
• How to Take Measurements: For Women Website: http://www.wikihow.com/Take-Measurements-%28For-Women%29
• How to Take Your Measurements: Website: http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-take-your-measurements/

Cheers to healthy living!

Jealousy is a form of Flattery

We all have someone in our life that does things to us out of spite and jealousy. Honestly if it wasn't for the my mother I probably wouldn't have this person in my life. See it has been repeated in my head that when someone is jealous they are weak and instead of shutting them out we should help them. Trust me that is not easy for me to do or anyone to do. The reality is that when someone is jealous of you we need to accept it as a form of flattery.

Yes, it's frustrating but reality is that if someone will steep so low to copy everything you do and not own up to it then it's their demon to face not yours. We can not control other people's actions but we can control our reactions.

I have been blessed to have a lot of great, strong women in my life who help me see things in a different point of view. They have taught me that you can not cut people out of your life but you can change the way you deal with them. So for the people in your life who are jealous of you just be happy you're not them, and realize that if they are jealous then obviously you are doing something right so take their jealously as a form of flattery!

"Jealousy is a form of flattery!"

Feel good Song: Adele Set Fire to the Rain

This song is really deep and  gives me goose bumps!. Her official video may be offencive to some people so I chose not to post it but if you have seen it unfortunately there are dysfunctional relationships out there. Let it be a lesson to all of us as to what we should and shouldn't accept in a relationship. Reality is sometimes love makes us do crazy things. 

Not Getting What You Want Quote

"Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck." Dalai Lama

Feel Good Song: I Love Rock n Roll Joan Jett & the Blackhearts

Great Song to do Karaoke to!!!

Your Life is Your Own Quote

“The best day of your life is the one on which you decide your life is your own. No apologies or excuses. No one to lean on, rely on, or blame. The gift is yours - it is an amazing journey - and you alone are responsible for the quality of it. This is the day your life really begins."  Bob Moawad

Never Say Never...

Ever judge someone and turn around to do exactly what you judged them on? Ever say you would never do something to just turn around and do it?

The point I am getting at is never say never. Never say you will not do something or put up with something or feel a certain way when in reality when you say that then you will be faced with it. And I bet the way you handled it will shock you. It's like the law of attraction, what you put out you get in return. What you focus on preventing you will have to on day face.

I changed a lot these last couple of years. I became less judgemental and opened my eyes to other's points of view and the reason for this is that: you may say you will handle a situation one way and once you are faced with it, you handle it the complete opposite way.

We all have a boundary as to what we will stand for in our lives and what we won't but the reality is our true being and beliefs come out when we have to face a problem head on. I have always had an opinion on people, I always felt one strong way, but as I got older I learned to stop having such a strong opinion and to be more open.

I never thought I would work from home, I never thought I would even want to work while having children, I never thought I would want to be as independent as I am. I always said I wanted to get educated and go to college, get married and raise a family. Who wouldn't!?  Yes, I did get a college degree, got married, had a child but I do not want to stop at that. I want to be more, have more, do more. I like having a career, I like being independent, I like being a role model to my daughter. I was not happy when I was not working. 10 years ago if you said I would be where I am at today I would say you're wrong.

My point to all of you is we need to stop judging and start learning. The man who cheats and the wife who stays or vice verse is because it is harder to leave then to stay, the kid who takes drugs and hangs with the wrong crowd is not a bad person they just have deep issues that no one wants to take the time to deal with. The one who judges most is the one who is feared of being judged.

Never say never...never say not my child or I would never...always remember that God gives you what you can handle. Look back on any situation in your life and pay attention to how you dealt with it, how you could have prevented it and how you learned from it. After all the journey of life is a journey. The mistakes we make happen so we do not repeat them. The stories we hear remind us that yes anything can happen. The people who come in and out of our lives are there for a reason. We can prevent things, but you can not prevent fate or destiny but you can change the way you interpret it and change the way you handle the things that come in your life. You can change, people do every day but if you decide to do it make sure it is for the best. Life is too short to keep making the same mistakes and not learn from it. Be true to who you are and what you want and make sure to not hurt people along the way.

I read a quote today that I came across that made me stop and think: "To die well you need to live well, but living well is it’s own reward." Dan Kuban

Good for the Soul Quote

"Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom." Marcel Proust

Winter Fun at Killington Resort

No snow yet no problem. Head over to Killington Resort for some awesome Winter deals and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Whether you enjoy skiing, snow boarding or off-mountain activities like Killington Tubing Park; dog sledding; cross country skiing; snowshoeing; ice skating; and snowmobiling, there is something for everyone.

Check out their Winter deals and activities today!

Your Path in Life Quote

"The road least taken is the road most feared. Pay attention to the signs but always follow your intuition."

Marriage is like a Deck of Cards Quote

"Marriage is like a deck of cards.

In the beginning all you need is two

hearts and a diamond. By the end,

you wish you had a club and a spade."

Hope you all enjoyed the laugh!

Do You Work Out? If Not... Why Not?

I can not emphasis enough how important it is to work out. Now I am not trying to preach about how important it is to work out only for your health but for your mind too. Over the holidays I did not stick to my routine as much due to a hectic schedule but boy did my moods change due to missing my workouts.

Working out is so important for the mind and body. It is an excellent stress reliever! I am not asking you to work out to push yourself beyond the limits you can not handle, I am asking you to start off 3x a week for just 30 mins. That's it. Try that for a couple of weeks and add more time and days once you get comfortable.

I work out 3x a week for an hour. Some days more some days less, but I try to do a total of 3 hrs a week. It feels good once you start to do it that you'll be pushing yourself to "leave" the gym.

The key to a good workout is to first find a gym you feel comfortable in. I look like crap when I work out and really do not care. I am not there to socialize and love that my gym is filled with people who are there to sweat and work out not make friends and date. 

My suggestion to you is to eat a lite meal with protein before you go. Don't work out on an empty stomach, bring a great play list with your favorite songs and water. Water is so important. Stretch before and after and make sure you listen to your body. Don't push yourself too much at first.



Please note I am not a doctor, I am an average person like you sharing my tips on a healthier lifestyle. SO please consult your doctor before doing any work out if you have any health conditions! We are all different so what may work for me may not work for you. 

Cheers to a healthier life! 

Help Fight Hunger Today With ShopRite´s "Get Can Canned"

For those who shop at ShopRite are well aware of their Can Can deals but now you too can help in the fight against hunger.

All you have to do is become a fan of their Facebook fan page...yep it's that simple. Simply go to http://on.fb.me/SRFbook and like the page and they'll donate a can of food for every like they receive.

During their 2012 Can Can Sale (1/5 - 1/21), ShopRite will donate one can of food (up to 50,000 cans) to local food banks in the communities it serves, on behalf of every new ShopRite Facebook fan.*

Thank you in advance for helping in the fight against hunger!

Wanna have some fun then check out this fun Can Can Check line up you too can be a part of. Upload a personal photo and become a virtual ShopRite Can Can dancer http://www.shopritecancan.com/cancan_start.php?userImageId=0
 
 
*Information was provided by ShopRite through MyBlogSpark.

New Years Resolution... Did you make one?

Every year I normally make a resolution, sometimes I stick to it, sometimes I forget about it, but this year I decided not to make one. The reason for this is that we always think a new year means a new beginning but the reality is that everyday is a new beginning. I think 2011 really tested me in believing a lot of things, things I used to believe in that I don't anymore.

As a child my mom warned me that the older you got the less shocked you got from the events that took place around you. You see it all, heard it all been through it all. 2011 was kind of my eye opener for a lot of things. Things I could have prevented, things that made my life better, things that made my life more complicated and things that had nothing to do with me but somehow affected me.

With that said do know that every day, every hour, every minute, every second can be changed. You do not need a resolution to make a change, you need to believe in yourself to make a change. I guess I wish I could go back to when I was younger and oblivious but in reality when the tough gets going we just get stronger.

Be happy in 2012, love yourself, be good to yourself and the people around you. Remember everyday you can make a change. Life is short, life changes by the second, embrace it, love it and know that bad things happen fast but good things happen even faster.

Cheers to 2012!

Fate Quote

"A person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it." Jean de La Fontaine

Feel Good Song: Glad You Came

Happy 2012 Everyone!!!

“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” Oprah Winfrey

Happy New Year's Eve!

Happy New Year's Eve everyone! Lately we have had so many parties and gatherings over the course of December due to the holidays that I am actually looking forward to a nice, quiet dinner at one of our fav restaurants and hoping I stay awake to see the ball drop.

I hope 2012 brings you everything 2011 couldn't and I wish you, your family and loved ones an amazing 2012! New Year's means new goals, new hope and a chance to take on life all over again. Embrace it and be good to yourself and to the people around you!

Happy New Year's

 &

 Cheers to Happiness for 2012!

Past vs Future Quote

"Your past is as important as your future, only difference is you can't change what happened in the past but you can better your future."

Cheers to a Wonderful 2012!

Feel Good Song: I love you like a love song

Don't Change Quote

"Never change yourself to make someone else happy. Your happiness should always come first!"

Holiday Fun!

I hope you all had a great holiday!!! Mine was filled with great food, drinks and lots and lots of gifts...guess Santa thought I was good this year :)

Holidays are so different when you have a child. It is like you become a child with them with all their excitement. My lil one is really into outer space, astronauts and the solar system so much that sometimes I wonder if she is really mine- just kidding. So Santa bought her a telescope, among many other great gifts, and today we went to the Discovery Museum and Planetarium in Bridgeport. It was so much fun that we decided to buy her a year membership.

I also took some time off of work and although I felt like all I did was find room in my house to put all these gifts it was actually really fun!!! For the first time I didn't log in at all-shocking I know!

I hope you all enjoyed the holidays as well! Cheers to a wonderful 2012

Happy Holidays Everyone!

Merry Christmas, Buon Natale

and Feliz Navidad Everyone!

Happy Holidays from My Family to Yours!

Holiday Song: Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer

This song brings me back to my childhood. Happy Holidays Everyone!

If Santa Was a Woman Quote

"If Santa were a woman he wouldn't need elves". Kyle Richards


I love this quote and think it is sooo true. The other night I was venting to my hubby how the holidays has become so much work that I am starting not to enjoy them. Between all the get togethers, the cooking, baking, shopping, wrapping I am exhausted. My house looks like Christmas already exploded in it. I feel like there is never enough time in the day to accomplish all the things I need and want to do.

His suggestion was that I needed to "embrace the moment. To look around and be happy since it only comes once a year" Embrace the moment?! I finally turned to him and said you know what I need to start handing out some of my duties to you so you can help me "Embrace the moment!" So this quote is perfect for all us women that "do it all" while the men get to sit back and get to "Embrace" the holidays.

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Be Happy Quote

"At the end of the day all we really want is for the people we care about to be happy!"

Road to Happiness Quote

"People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness.  Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost." H. Jackson Brown

Great Gift Ideas for Him or Her

The count down to Christmas has begun so for all you last minute shoppers below are some great holiday gift ideas for everyone!

• Foxwoods: If you know people like me who love the casinos a gift certificate to Foxwoods is a great idea. They can use these certificates towards restaurants, shows, spas, and shopping. They can not use them for gambling though. Best of all you can still have them shipped 2 day UPS for $11 in time for the holidays
• Harmons: is a great discount store to buy great yet inexpensive stocking stuffers. You can even find these stores in sections of Bed, Bath and Beyond! 
• Sephora: I love their make up! They have great discount prices on holiday gifts and although some of their makeup is expensive just remember you can't put a price on beauty!
• Spa Finder: I love getting these gift certificates. Basically you purchase a gift certificate and people can use it at any spa that participates with them. They have hundreds of spas to choose from and best of all they get to decide if they want to use it towards a massage, facial, pedicure, manicure, hair cut, wax or any service that their spa offers! You can print the gift certicates right off their website.

Happy Shopping and Happy Holidays!!!

Holiday Song: Band Aid-Do They Know It's Christmas

I LOVE this Christmas Song... 

All I want for Christmas...

At my age it's funny when people ask me what I want for Christmas. My husband and I exchange gifts but the reality is that whatever we really want we just go out and buy ourselves. As you get older the holidays becomes a time when you reflect on your life and appreciate what you have, realize the reason you don't have certain things and make a goal to achieve the things you are missing in your life.

I love giving gifts, I love how creative I get when buying gifts and the joy people get opening gifts. I enjoy my daughter's reaction when she opens up a gift she least expected and I love being able to be around those I care about. Granted the holidays makes us realize those we can not be with but we should appreciate the ones we are with. So with that said if Santa was REALLY real I would ask for....



"All I want for Christmas is a a housekeeper, personal chef and full time personal trainer."

Holiday Song: Eurythmics - Winter Wonderland

Letting Go vs. Fighting For Quote

"There comes a point in your life when you need to realize that there are things worth letting go of and then there are things worth fighting for."

Christmas Spirit Quote

"I wish we could put up some of the Christmas spirit in jars and open a jar of it every month."  Harlan Miller (Better Homes and Gardens)

Holiday Song: Rocking Christmas Anna Phoebe with Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Great "Rock" mix

Holiday Deals This Week...

The countdown to the holidays has begun and honestly I am looking forward to the last minute running around to burn off the extra calories I've been consuming these past couple of weeks :)

• Old Navy:  $5 Performance fleece sets, $10 children PJ sets, 50% off men outer wear, $5 sock sets.
• Sephora:  has great deals and free shipping on order $50 and up. Eye makeup, half priced items, and great value sets. I love their foundation and although it is $34 it lasts me at least a couple of months.
• Walgreens: Buy 1 get 1 50% off on wrapping paper. Buy one toy at $6.99 get 1 free-these are great to donate to Toys for Tots.  

Happy Shopping!

Holiday Song: Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Canon

This song is amazing and by far my favorite all time holiday song!

Holiday Song: Carol of the Bells - Celtic Woman

Happy Saturday Everyone!

Finding Happiness Quote

"In order to truly be happy you need to first come to terms with and fix what is making you unhappy."

Feel Good Song: Christmas Carols - Christmas Time Is Here

This is my lil one's fav song to sing...so cute!

Give Back This Holiday Season

The holidays are a great time to give back to the community and to donate to those in need. Below are a couple of organizations that are my personal favorite:

• Toys For Tots: This is a great organization to donate toys for children. Price does not matter-it's the thought that counts!
• Children's Bank: They use donations to fulfill holiday wishes primarily for children who have been abused, neglected and/or in foster care.
• Toy/Game Donation Programs : Great website to find an organization in your area to donate to.

Please help spread holiday cheer this holiday season!

Holiday Deals This Week...

Here are some great holiday deals for this week:

• Walgreens: Wrapping Paper only $1.99 plus buy one get one free. $9.99 toys only $5 with coupon in flyer-this is great for gifts to buy for Toys for Tots!
• Toys r Us: Buy 1 video game get 1 half off
• Kohls: Everything is on sale...Chaps Sport Jackets reg $80 on sale for under $40

Happy Shopping!

Holiday Song: Celine Dion

It's that time of year :)

Holiday Deals:This Week at Snapfish

Snapfish is a GREAT free site to load images and they always have great deals on great products!

Below are some of my favorite deals they have this week:

• Free Shipping: Coupon code FSNOV25 good until November 30th.
• Penny prints: Get up to 500 4” x 6” prints for only a penny.  Coupon code PENNYNOV good until December 3rd.
• 50% off Products:  Save 50% on just about everything. They have awesome mugs and not just any mugs check out their magic picture mugs. Ornaments are also GREAT holiday gifts. Coupon code CYBER50 good until December 3rd.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!
 

My Baby is Turning 3

My lil one turns 3 tomorrow and over the weekend we had her birthday party. It was great having Friday off to prepare for it. My lil one insisted she have an astronaut party so I had to do a little research to make sure her wishes were fulfilled.

I ordered her plates and decorations online.

I found a astronaut from the theme "Toy Story" from Walmart which has heels because it's barbie astronaut to put on her cake-which I loved. I was going to attempt to make a cake but instead ordered one from Carvel with a rocket ship and for favors I ordered Astronaut Ice Cream-which was a hit!
                                                                                                                                                                         

I made a number 3 out of crescent rolls-which were the Stop and Shop brand because they are more tasty then the name brands and chopped out hot dogs-which tasted like corn dogs and even the adults loved them.

We have a friend who makes designs out of fruit. He made us a Mouse and seals. They were a hit and looked great on the dessert table.

My sister and brother in-law took her on a shopping spree at Toys R Us.

Overall it was a great party, my lil one loved her cake and decorations, our guests loved the food and favors and the weather was perfect.

Happy 3rd Birthday My Angel

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!


I hope today and everyday you surround yourself with the people you love. Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on all your blessing and cherish the gifts of family, friends, loved ones and all the people you have been blessed with. Cherish one another and be grateful for what you have! I'm thankful for all of my readers and want to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving!

"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our thanksgiving." W.T. Purkiser

Be Thankful Quote

"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough." Oprah Winfrey

Feel Good Song: Good Feeling by Flo Rida

This is a great song!

Thanksgiving This Week...

I can not believe that Thanksgiving is this week already. I must say I am pretty excited about it. 3 years ago I went into labor on Thanksgiving so every year I am so grateful for my little one and all the wonderful people in my life. I must say Thanksgiving isn't only about the food but about being around those you love and cherish.

I am being a little lazy this Thanksgiving since I've been so busy these past couple of weeks with planning my lil one's 3rd birthday and trying to squeeze in some holiday shopping that I decided to just make Pumpkin Muffins-per my lil  one's request-to bring to my Aunt's for Thanksgiving. But I must admit they sound pretty amazing!

Pillsbury® Pumpkin Muffins

 

FILLING

• Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

 

MUFFINS

• 1 (14 oz.) package Pillsbury® Pumpkin Quick Bread 
• 3/4 cup milk 
• 2 tablespoons Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
• 1 large egg 
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted 
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans- I am using almonds instead

HEAT oven to 350°F. Coat 12 muffin cups with no-stick cooking spray. BEAT cream cheese in medium bowl with electric mixer until soft. Add egg, sugar and lemon peel. Beat until smooth. PLACE pumpkin bread mix into large bowl. Remove 3/4 cup dry mix and set aside in small bowl to make topping. Add milk, oil and egg to remaining bread mix in large bowl. Stir 50 strokes or until blended.

FILL each muffin cup with about 1/4 cup batter. Make indentation in batter with small measuring spoon sprayed with no-stick cooking spray. Put 1 heaping tablespoon cream cheese mixture in center of each muffin. ADD melted butter to reserved dry mix. Stir with fork until crumbly. Add pecans. Crumble about 1 tablespoon over each muffin. BAKE 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes in pan. Remove muffins from pan. Place on baking rack to finish cooling.

Marriage Quote

"Marriage isn't easy, it's just like everything else in life; you have your good moments and your bad. But the ones that last are the ones that can see past all that!"

Everything Happens for a Reason Quote by Marilyn Monroe

“I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” Marilyn Monroe

Peace of Mind Quote

"Every goal, every action, every thought, every feeling one experiences, whether it be consciously or unconsciously known, is an attempt to increase one's level of peace of mind."  Sydney Madwed

Face Your Fears

Ever had to Face Your Fears? We all have them, some are bigger than others, but reality is once you do it feels pretty good.

I know this sounds silly to most people but I have a huge fear of attics, so much that when I was looking to buy a home I insisted it could not have one. Silly right? But amazingly my house doesn't have one and I love it. So with that said the other day one of my sisters was telling me that she kept having this weird dream about my parent's attic. She wanted to go up it so she could try to figure out what it was about it that she kept dreaming about. We're all very into reading signs and over analyzing situations, ect...

Now my parent’s attic is freaky. It is one of those walk up these small steps and their house is a fairly large ranch so the attic is the whole lengthen of the house. I insisted she was on her own, so much that I felt sick to my stomach. So long story short I ended up making my way up to the attic with her, first time in my life. Yes at first I was shaking, pale, and freaking out but once I got up there I was ok.

Yes, this may be a small "Face Your Fears" to you but to me this was huge. I would have nightmares about this attic, not really sure why, but I faced one of my fears and am now over it. Life is about over come our fears, fears that hold us back and prevent us from moving forward. Not sure if I will ever really like attics after this but I figured trying to overcome this fear would only make me better not worse.

There’ll always be situations we have to face that we don’t want to face, some really big ones, some really small ones. Reality is facing up to them allows you to move past them. I have been trying my best to face up to some things that have been holding me back in my life, and at the end of the day it helps me move forward.
So tell me have you ever "Faced Your Fears?"

Alcohol Effects After a Night Out Drinking

Ever have a night out and wonder why the next day you feel so depressed? It's a common feeling among my friends and I. Although I must admit I am not really a "drinker" I do enjoy my nights out. With that said the next day I always feel like the weight of the world is on my shoulders and want to sleep all my worries away. So I decided to do some research since so many of us feel the same way after a night out.

Alcohol Effects After a Night Out Drinking:

• Alcohol is a depressant, so the depression caused by alcohol alone goes with the territory
• Alcohol tends to potentiate the mood of the user. Thus, if one is sad, alcohol may make you sadder. If you are happy, alcohol may make you happier.
• Alcohol affects the chemistry of the brain, increasing the risk of depression.
• It is now known that some of the systems that are involved in producing the symptoms of low mood, anxiety, poor sleep and reduced appetite in depression are also affected by alcohol.
• Alcohol diminishes the function of the mind through various processes. It affects many of the hormone functions in the brain within 1-2 minutes of consumption. Besides that, alcohol intake slows glycogen metabolism. This means the brain receives less glycogen, so it doesn't have much energy

"We can more easily be fooled when we drink alcohol or smoke. I want to be sure of the real world around me as possible, and they can fuzz the edge of rationality and reasoning powers - I do not use either of them.”
June Russell

Sources:
http://howistoppeddrinking.org/depression-and-loneliness-after-a-night-of-drinking
http://chemcases.com/alcohol/alc-07.htm
http://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mentalhealthinfoforall/problems/alcoholanddrugs/alcoholdepression.aspx
http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Anxiety/Anxiety-panic-attacks-the-day-after-drinking/show/514905
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/swordchucks3.htm

Feel Good Song: Andy Grammer Keep Your Head Up

Great feel good song! Happy Saturday Everyone :)



Remember "only rainbows after rain"

Who Do You Want to Be Quote

"Never mind searching for who you are.  Search for the person you aspire to be." Robert Brault

Happy 11-11-11

Funny how so many of us believe in signs and are superstitious...like today is a lucky day because it's 11-11-11. Not really sure where that came from but we all have known forever that 11-11 is good luck for some reason.

Growing up my girlfriend and I would always say make a wish when the clock struck 11:11. I think we all just like to know that there is a little magical, fictional world we all live in. Gives us something to look forward to, be hopeful for and feel that signs help bring us to our destiny. It's fun to let your imagination run free once in a while especially with the way the world has been these past couple of years. So with that said I hope you all had a great and lucky 11-11-11!

Great Coupon and Deal Websites

The Internet is full of great sources for deals and coupons. Below are a couple of sites that I use and recommend and are FREE to join.


*Groupon: you buy coupons and receive discounts. ex: Pay $15 for $30 worth of food at a restaurant. Great website http://www.groupon.com
*Living Social: similar to Groupon, buy coupons and receive discounts only difference is they have AMAZING deals on getaways, hotels, spas. I have seen packages up to 75% off. http://livingsocial.com
*Ebates.com: sign up and receive coupons for stores you shop at PLUS cash back on purchases. http://www.ebates.com/

Happy Shopping!!!

Happy Veteran's Day!

"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!" Maya Angelou

My little Astronaut

My lil one insisted that she was not going to be a pirate but an astronaut for Halloween and I must say she made a really cute one! I hope you all had a wonderful Halloween as well!!!

1st Toddler on the Moon!

Lose Weight While Eating Every 2 Hours

In the past 6 months I have been devoted to watching what I eat, working out and living a healthier life style. I began eating every two hours and 6 months later I HAVE to eat every two hours. Now with that said, I eat 5 small meals a day. I have trained my metabolism to "wake up" and it burns calories faster. Bad thing is that I MUST eat every two hours or else I am starving. I keep extra bars and 100 calorie packs of almonds in my purse just in case I am not home or someplace I can eat.


Now this is not easy to do without preparation. Most of the time I make a meal and split it in half so I can eat the other half in a couple of hours. Once you train yourself you get fuller faster. It takes some work at first but once you get used to creating meals and teaming up foods it becomes very easy. Below are some examples:


• Egg Sandwich on 9 grain bagel: In a pan use Pam Olive Oil spray, add 3 eggs-1 with the yoke the others white. Top with a slice of cheese. Toast bagel but take out some of the middle you do not need the extra bread or calories. EAT HALF, save other Half for two hours later. This has about 12 grams of protein at each serving.

• Yogurt and almonds: Nonfat Chobani yogurt and roasted almonds. This has about 15 grams of protein

• Grilled Chicken Wraps: Buy the low carb wraps. I like the 100 calorie ones. Add grilled chicken with salad and balsamic dressing. This is about 14 grams of protein.


These are just some quick, easy, yummy treats. Make sure whatever you eat is high in protein, low in sugar and fat.

Below are great articles on why eating every two hours is important in weight loss:

• How to Lose Weight Eating Every 2 Hours
• Eat More Often, Lose More Weight
• How to Lose Weight With 6 Small Meals

Exercise is VERY important with aiding with weight loss. I work out 3 x a week for about an hour and I mix up my routine every time. I do an hour class a week, and the other two days cardio and weights/machines. Challenge yourself, start off slow and stick to a plan that will work for you. After years of the scale going up and down I am loving this new "lifestyle" that I created that helped me get back in shape and more importantly, stay in shape! I love having the same body I had 7 years ago!

Change Within Quote

"Change must start from within. You can't change a situation until you change the way you think and feel about the situation ."

Life Quote

"Things aren't always as they seem; sometimes they're better, sometimes they're worse!"

Happy Halloween!!!

I hope you all have a Spooktacular Day!!!

Feel Good Song: Cough Syrup - The Jakes

Beauty Quote

“It's beauty that captures your attention; personality which captures your heart.” SM Quotes

Feel Good Song: Coldplay Paradise

This is an amazing, beautiful song, Coldplay is amazing!

Happiness in Contagious Quote

" Happiness is contagious! Be happy and spread happiness!"

This Week's Halloween "Spooktacular" Deals

Halloween is a week away. Check out these last minute Halloween Deals:

• CVS: 25% odd Halloween lights. Buy 4 bags of candy for $10 and receive $3 back in "extrabucks"
• Rite Aid: 50% off Halloween lights, wigs, costumes and masks
• Toys R Us: $1.99 bags of candy plus 40% off costumes and accessories
• Walgreens: Halloween makeup kits just $6.99

Happy Shopping!!!

Halloween is a week away...Halloween Edible Treats

I love Halloween and I love how it brings out the kid in everyone. I am throwing an adult Halloween party this upcoming weekend and am excited for all the cool Halloween creepy foods I found to make.

Below are some awesome Halloween edible creations and treats that are sure to please your guests! Click on the links to view the images and get the recipes.

Halloween Pumpkin Shaped Cake- awesome Halloween cake perfect for a center piece
Snake Bites- who knew crescent rolls would be so much fun to use
Halloween Deviled Eggs- these look like eye balls


I'll be sure to post pictures of my creations once I make them...

Change within Yourself Quote

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” Victor Frankl　

Meaning in Life Quote

"At one point in your life you either have the thing you want or the reasons why you don’t." Andy Roddick

Did you know...What name 'Halloween' means...

The word Halloween is a shortened word for "All Hallows' Even," which is the eve of All Hallows' Day which is another name for All Saints' Day, the day Catholics commemorate all the saints.

So there you go, next time you want to trick your friends instead of saying Happy Halloween, just say Happy All Saint's Day!

Source: http://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays/halloween1.htm

Runner's "High"

I love to run. Now that it's colder out I've been running at the gym. It feels so good and even though I am not the best runner, I enjoy every minute of it. My friend posted this the other day and I thought it was so funny and true.. Thought I would share the laugh with you all!

Understanding to Move Forward Quote

“You don't need strength to let go of something. What you really need is understanding." Guy Finley

Did you know...Facts on Candy Corn

I have a love hate relationship with Candy Corn, it isn't a particular candy I keep in the house but whenever I eat them I can't just eat one.

Here are some Fun Facts About Candy Corn:

• Candy Corn was invented in the 1880's by George Renninger
• October 30th is National Candy Corn Day
• Candy Corn is only 3.75 calories each
• One serving is only 140 calories

Source:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candy_corn
Source:  http://www.candy-corn.info/cc/Candy_Corn_Facts.asp

Holding on to People in Your Life Quote

"Before you let someone go try to envision your life without them. If you can then let them go, if you can't then make some changes."

Did you know...What Countries Celebrate Halloween

North America and Canada are the two top countries that celebrate this holiday. Ireland, Spain, The Philippines, Germany, France, Italy also celebrate this holiday.

Source: http://www.novareinna.com/festive/world.html
Source: http://www.thelongestwayhome.com/blog/how-to-live-overseas/travel-vs-halloween-vs-all-saints-day/

Don't Fear Change Quote

     “Courage is the power to let go of the familiar.” Raymond Lindquist

Did you know...Top Favorite Halloween Candy is...

Reese's peanut butter cups was named America's Favorite Halloween Candy! I beleive it, a bag of Reese's peanut butter cups lasts maybe just three days in my house.

Source: http://www.helium.com/items/1969845-most-popular-halloween-candies-2010

Did you know...The History of Halloween

Halloween's origins back to 2,000 years ago in the area of Ireland by the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.This festival was the celebrations that the ghosts of the dead will return to earth. Spooky!


Learn More Here: http://www.history.com/topics/halloween

Halloween is in the air...

I love Halloween and since it is a couple of weeks away I thought it would be fun to help you get into the Halloween spirit. I loved it as a child and love it even more as an adult. It gives us adults a chance to dress up and reveal the kid in all of us. I love hay rides and haunted houses-even though I am not fond of scary movies. I love how the air smells in October and decorating the house. I even love carving pumpkins and making fresh pumpkin pie. So stay tuned for some fun Halloween facts I will be sharing in the upcoming weeks and let the child in all of you come out for this Halloween season!



"Clothes make a statement. Costumes tell a story." Mason Cooley

Oh My...Cinnamon and Banana Pancakes

Pancakes are one of my weakness and since they are my daughters all time favorite I figured why not make them for dinner with a twist!

Cinnamon and Banana Pancakes

• 2 cups of Bisquick
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup of Fat Free Milk
• 1 tablespoon of Cinnamon
• 1 mashed up banana
• Olivio Butter
• Pam Spray
• Lite syrup
• Lite whip cream

Follow the directions behind the Bisquick box. Add cinnamon and mashed up banana to mix. Spray griddle with Pam spray and cook pancakes golden lite brown. Top with butter, syrup and whip cream. So good taste like a naughty dessert. Enjoy!

Focus on the Positive Quote

"Instead of wasting your time on focusing all the wrongs in your life, be appreciative of all the rights in your life."

Fall is here...

I LOVE Fall...I know I know people say it's depressing because it gets colder, darker earlier and it means bath suit season is over BUT think how beautiful it is when the leaves change color, the air smells so much fresher and I love wearing a light sweater with flip flops.

I love Apple picking and drinking fresh cider. The house smells amazing from baking apple crisps and making pumpkin pie- which is my all time favorite. Corn mazes are so cool and stop and grab a roasted corn at your favorite farm while pumpkin picking-pumpkin picking is so much fun. You can go on hay rides and Halloween is so much fun for all ages- gives us adults a chance to dress up and feel like a kid again. I love laying in my living room while the fire is going and fire pits are the perfect way to unwind after a long day. So yes there are many FUN and BEAUTIFUL things about Fall. You have to just embrace it the best you can!



"Bittersweet October.  The mellow, messy, leaf-kicking, perfect pause between the opposing miseries of summer and winter." Carol Bishop Hipps

Perceptions of Ourselves Quotes

“Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.” Wayne W. Dyer

Don't Take Life So Serious Quote

"You have to laugh at yourself, because you'd cry your eyes out if you didn't" Emily Saliers - Indigo Girls

Cook Book...Bake for the Cure®

ACH Food Companies, Inc has teamed up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in the fight against breast cancer and is offering a cookbook, Bake for the Cure® in celebration of Love & Hope. This 48 page cookbook is only $2.00.

Order yours today http://www.bakeforthecure.com/pdfs/BFC_cookbook_offer.pdf and help in the fight of Breast Cancer.

Also check out their website for awesome recipes and additional information: Bake for the Cure® http://www.bakeforthecure.com

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! This is a very sensitive subject to me and millions of people out there. We all know some who has or had breast cancer and it is so important to educate yourself.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure is an amazing organization to donate to or to get educated to understanding Breast Cancer, prevention, and how you can help others or cope.  

Remember ladies get your yearly mammograms and now mammograms are not just recommended for women over 40. If you have a strong family history be sure to notify your doctor so you can get checked prior to being 40. Trust me, they are not the worst test to go through and it is better to be safe. Early prevention is the best way to curing yourself from this horrible disease.

Did you know... according to the American Cancer Society about 230,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women was estimated in 2011. Help donate to this cause today.

Finding Happiness Quote

"Our ultimate goal in life should be to find happiness, create happiness, spread happiness in order to truly end up being happy! We should not cheat ourselves thinking anything else would satisfy us because reality is it won't!"

You Create Your Life Path Quote

“Life is 10 percent what you make it and 90 percent how you take it.” Irving Berlin

This quote is so true. We always read between the lines, try to plan ahead and never fully live in the moment. We do things, regret things, wish things would change and be different but we need to take life for what it really is and see how much happier you will really be!

Laugh More Quote

"The human race has only one really effective weapon and that is laughter.” Mark Twain