Boman, Party of 5

Spring has Sprung....

2011-03-21T14:12:00.000-07:00

What an amazingly beautiful day! God has blessed us with the BEST Spring Break weather EVAH!!!! The kids and I are out and about enjoying the sunshine. It's amazing how fast time goes by. The kiddos will be out of school before I know it. I'm SO excited by that very fact. I love having them home and enjoying them daily. It truly is a blessing to be a stay-at-home mom during the Summer. I'm so thankful to my sweet hubby for allowing me to do so. What a lucky girl am I?!?!
Hope you are having beautiful weather in your neck of the woods....
Blessings,

An Irish Prayer....

2011-03-17T06:58:00.000-07:00

May God give you...

For every storm, a rainbow,

For every tear, a smile,

For every care, a promise,

And a blessing in each trial.

For every problem life sends,

A faithful friend to share,

For every sigh, a sweet song,

And an answer for each prayer.

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Hope your day is full of happiness and sunshine!

A new toy...

2011-03-07T06:59:00.001-08:00

This is the Nook. On Friday, my sweet hubby took me to Best Buy and let me buy one of these awesome do-dads! I'm here to tell you...if you are a reader, this is one of the greatest inventions evah!!! It literally takes seconds to download a new book. However, I'm having second thoughts. I went with the original Nook because the sales guy talked me into it. It retails for $149. My dilemma is that after purchasing the original I went to the local book store and played around with the Nook Color. It retails for $249. It's a full touch screen as well as color. So, I think I may return the original Nook and exchange it for Nook Color. I just can't decide if it's worth spending $100 more just for the full touchscreen and color...Any thoughts???

Our newest addition....

2011-03-04T07:11:00.001-08:00

Meet Baxter! He is the newest addition to our family. A friend of mine posted some pictures of some puppies that had been rescued from a hoarding situation. So, we loaded up the fam and headed to the local humane society. I walked in the door and my heart stopped when I saw him. Those sweet little eyes and his quiet dispostion. He had to be mine. I never dreamed The Daddy would go for it, but yes was there upon his lips before I uttered the last word of the question. I was dumbfounded. He said yes!!! We are getting a puppy!!! I've been in bliss ever since!!! He is precious and we all adore him. He's gonna be spoiled rotten. And so it begins......

A big ouch!

2011-03-02T06:20:00.000-08:00

My poor baby. Yesterday while visiting with his grandparents, he tripped over a rug and hit an iron stool. Then to add insult to injury..or just another injury all together, he fell in the kitchen and hit a bar stool. Needless to say it was not a good day for the bug-a-boo. I may have to invest in a bubble....

Just a note...

2011-02-14T10:36:00.000-08:00

Hope your day is a wonderful one!

Sorry for the absence!

2011-02-09T13:34:00.000-08:00

Things have been crazy around here. We have had record breaking snow totals and no school for nearly 2 weeks. I haven't had anytime to post. So, here I am posting... I have every intention of posting pics of my Valentine's decor, but I have no batteries for my camera and cant' get out to get any. LOL! So, hopefully we will thaw out this weekend and I will be able to get some up for you all to see.
Hope life is treating everyone well.

Sweetest days....

2011-01-28T11:38:00.000-08:00

I can't believe how fast time seems to be going by these days. This is a picture of bug-a-boo that was taken in late October. He was 13 months old in this picture. I can't believe that tomorrow he will be 16months. =( Who know having a third child would be the best thing that ever happened to us?!?! These are the sweetest days of our lives and we are going to cherish every moment of it.

Happy 16months Bug-a-boo! Love you to the moon and back!

Winter blahs...

2011-01-18T13:31:00.000-08:00

It's about that time of the year when the winter blues start to creep in. I'm ready for flowers, birds singing and long for the sunshine. So, I've decided that it's time to break out the paper crafting stuff and make some Valentine's Day decor. Not sure where I'm going with it, but when inspiration hits.....

So, stay tuned and see what things I come up with.

Have a blessed day,

The skinny on the weigh in....

2011-01-12T08:11:00.000-08:00

So, I had my weigh in last night....The good news is I didn't gain anything. The bad news is I didn't lose anything either. I've decided to take this as a positive and start fresh today. I'm making mini goals for myself to achieve. My goal today is to eat 5 servings of fruits/vegetables. I'll be sure to let you know how that works out.

Have a warm and cozy day,

Praying for a snow day.

2011-01-10T07:10:00.001-08:00

It's finally here! It's snowing for the first time in 2011. It's so beautiful outside. I LOVE it. I'm hoping this will bring a snow day for tomorrow. Bug-a-boo is gonna love it too. Can't wait to see him in all his snow clothes. Will post more pictures soon.

Have a warm and snuggly day,

Ugh!

2011-01-08T23:10:00.000-08:00

It's been such a hard week. I'm glad to see it coming to an end. With that being said, I am dreading Tuesday's weigh in. I have done completely horrible with my eating habits this week. Self-sabatoge anyone?!?! Good grief! Anyhow, I will be back on track and rearing to go with a new begining this week. That's the beauty of WW. It's a journey and if you fall off the horse you can just jump right back on. Simple as that. So, here's to a new week and a new, fresh beginning.

Standing at a loss.....

2011-01-04T18:25:00.000-08:00

I'm SO excited!!! Last week I joined Weight Watchers. Tonight, I went to my weekly meeting and weighed in. To my surprise, I am down 2 pounds!!!! That's 2 pounds after a holiday weekend! WOOHOO!!!! I'm just thrilled. I've done it before and lost 20lbs. I know it works and I am so excited to share this journey with you. So looking forward to what I can do THIS week!!!!

Hope you are all having a blessed New Year!

Date Night....

2010-12-30T20:08:00.000-08:00

I had an incredible time with The Daddy tonight. Sad to say, but we only went out to eat and then browsed the local bookstore. That would be one of the disadvantages to living in a fairly small town. Regardless, we had SO much fun together! Just laughing, talking and holding hands. It's amazing how just a couple hours of alone time can relieve so much stress. To top the evening off, we had a nice surprise...two of our three kiddos decided to stay the night at Memaw's. WOOHOO!!! Now we are about to snuggle up on the couch and watch a movie. Oh how much I love date night!!!

Until next time,

The little things...

2010-12-28T10:18:00.000-08:00

Sometimes in life it's just the little things that make me smile. Right now, here are my top 5:
* Finding out that Coffeemate has made their Peppermint Mocha creamer available ALL year! WOOHOO!

* Knowing I have 5 gift cards in my purse that I get to use for ME! Although, knowing me they will be spent on my kids somehow...lol!

*Even though I'm sad to see Christmas go, I know that I can start dreaming about Spring and gardening! ;-)

*The fact that my cute little hubby is bringing me lunch today. =0)

And last, but not least.... And not so much of a little thing:

*Watching my kiddos play with what they got for Christmas and sharing with each other while laughing together. Pure bliss!

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!

What are your top 5 Little things???

Taking some time....

2010-12-20T11:27:00.000-08:00

I'm sorry I've been away so much lately. Things are SERIOUSLY busy around here. I have the best of intentions of getting here nightly, but that just never seems to happen. So, I've decided to make myself feel less guilty, I'm officially taking this week off. Not that I haven't had the last couple off. LOL! I just needed to "say" it offically. So, I will be back next week after Christmas with a few surprises. Have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

With Love,

And the winner is....

2010-12-17T15:36:00.000-08:00

Janice who said "January warmer! That's very pretty!"....Thanks to all that commented on here as well as FB! Be watching there will be another giveaway in January!!!!
Hope you are having a wonderful Friday!

Giveaway alert....

2010-12-14T09:56:00.000-08:00

On my Scentsy FB page:
Okay my Scentsy friends...time for a game. If Santa were to bring you any warmer you wanted, which would it be? Leave a comment letting me know your favorite and I will randomly pick a winner....Up for grabs is a $15 gift certificate.
Hope you are having a blessed day!
Always,

It's beginning to look alot like Christmas....

2010-12-08T07:59:00.000-08:00

Now that I am officially over the bah humbugs I am turning into a decorating machine... I will post pics soon!!!
I am so thankful to be over that hump! I can't wait to go shopping this weekend. I already have everything planned out. WOOHOO!!! I LOVE this time of year and I am SO thankful for our sweet precious Jesus! I'm looking forward to spending his birthday with family and friends alike. What are your special plans for this holiday season?

Finally....

2010-12-07T14:29:00.000-08:00

The Christmas Spirit has arrived. Not really sure how or when, but I am officially over my Bah Humbugs. Thank you to all of you that commented. That helped out a bunch. Getting ready to get out some more decorations and bake some goodies...Yum!!!

Hope you are all having a blessed Tuesday!

Hugs to you,

Bah Humbug Blues...

2010-12-03T07:14:00.001-08:00

Okay...So I am one of THOSE people that LOVE Christmas. I mean it is my very FAVORITE!!! However, this year I am having a terrible time getting into the spirit. It feels I am being pulled into 100 different directions and that everyone needs something. I'm not enjoying this feeling... I want to savor every moment of this Christmas; remembering the story of our precious Saviour's birth. One night. One star. One set of two weary-eyed parents. One name...JESUS!

Hope you are having a blessed day,

Happ Thanksgiving!

2010-11-25T08:50:00.000-08:00

A Happy Thanksgiving wish to you and yours. May your day be filled with all of God's blessings and amazing love.
Always,

Grosgrain: ANOTHER SILHOUETTE MACHINE GIVEAWAY!!!!

2010-11-23T13:47:00.000-08:00

An amazing giveaway if you are into the Silhouette...which I am! Go check it out...
Grosgrain: ANOTHER SILHOUETTE MACHINE GIVEAWAY!!!!

So sorry...

2010-11-21T15:56:00.000-08:00

I must apologize for being gone for awhile(again). The sickness season has already reared it's ugly head in our household. Little man came down with some virus that absessed his tonsil. Yuck! So this has thrown my 30 days of Thanksgiving out of whack. So, I've decided to give you a list instead. Here goes...... I am thankful for:

*The fact that, this year, my dad will be celebrating Thanksgiving cancer free.

*That I live within 20 minutes of every single family member I have.

*That The Daddy and I are fortunate enough to have me be a stay-at-home mom to The Bug, Little Man and Bug-a-boo.

*That I have utilities to pay, because it means I have a home.

*That I have to pay over $2.00 for a gallon of gas, because it means I have a car.

*That my pants are a little too tight, because it means I have more than enough to eat.

*That I have such awesome friends (bloggy friends included =)).

*That I have a family that means the world to me.

*That God gave his one and only son to die on the cross FOR ME. So, that I can live with HIM forever in Paradise......

For all of these things and more I am grateful!

What are you thankful for today?

Always,

30 days of Thanksgiving...

2010-11-14T11:31:00.000-08:00

I'm so sorry to have missed a few days. The Daddy was out of town and I was super busy. Life gets to be so crazy while be a single parent. ;)

So, for this joyous occasion of The Daddy's return I must say I am thankful that I am NOT a single parent. I can't imagine how you all, that are, do it. I've realized that I have come to rely on The Daddy so much for such little things. I know I have posted how thankful I am for him, but today I am thankful that he is home safely and that life can go back to being our kind of normal for awhile.

Thanks to all of you single parents out there that are working your tails off for your kiddos. I hope that God blesses you in abundance this season and always. It's a hard job and if you are doing it alone then you are truly amazing!!!

Hope you are having a blessed weekend!

With Love,

30 days of Thanksgiving...8 & 9

2010-11-09T09:20:00.000-08:00

Today I am thankful for my sisters. They are there thru thick and thin. I am so blessed to have such amazing sisters.

This is my sweet oldest sister with little man and bug-a-boo....She's not only an awesome sister, she is a great aunt as well...

This is my younger sister and me last Christmas...Isn't she a cutie?!?!

I'm so lucky. Not every girl gets to have sisters that are also their best friends. We do alot together. I love them dearly! So thankful!

What about you, what are you thankful for today?
Happy Tuesday,

30 days....day 7

2010-11-07T20:24:00.000-08:00

Today, I am thankful that we live in a country where we are allowed to practice freedom of religion. Can you imagine what it would be like...having to hide your light for Jesus. Today, as I sat in church giving worship to our AMAZING God, I couldn't help but think of those that have learned about our Lord and aren't allowed to even mention his name let alone praise and worship him. My heart breaks for them. Especially knowing there are so many that just CHOOSE not to worship him in our country. My prayer goes out to them as well.

Thank you God for loving me and blessing me with your mercy and grace. For this I am FOREVER thankful!

Always,

30 days of Thanksgiving #5 and #6

2010-11-06T19:15:00.001-07:00

Sorry I missed yesterday. I was getting ready for a craft show and got sidetracked.... So, I will be combining todays with yesterday.
Today I am thankful for my family. My in-laws are AMAZING and my parents are GREAT as well. I have been blessed beyond measure. They are all the kind of people that are there for you whenever you need them... no matter what. Just wonderful people with alot of love to give. I'm so lucky to be one to receive it.
What are you thankful for today?

Always,

Friday Snapshot...

2010-11-05T13:37:00.000-07:00

This is my 8:00 am snapshop for Snapshots of life hosted by Eighteen25.

Linking to:

Happy Friday!

Giving Thanks....Day 4

2010-11-04T20:27:00.001-07:00

Today I am thankful for my accountablity group. We are a small group of 6 women that meet once a month. They are some of the BEST women that you could ever meet. We have been thru LOTS together. Babies, divorce and even a kidney transplant. God has blessed me with some of the greatest friends a woman could ever have.

These pictures were taken quite awhile back (I've lost 40lbs since then). Also I don't have pictures of all of them. But here are a few ....

Feeling VERY blessed today. How about you? What are you thankful for today?

Happy Thursday!

Giving Thanks #3....

2010-11-03T05:50:00.001-07:00

Today I am SO thankful for The Daddy! Any man can be a father but it takes a special man to be a daddy! I am so blessed to have a husband that LOVES being a daddy. He is there for our kiddos thru thick and thru thin.

It also takes a special man to be an amazing husband. This man is the greatest thing since sliced bread...just sayin'! I'm VERY lucky to have him. He is my soul mate, my true north. After 14 years of marriage he still makes my heart pitter patter...

I love you mister!

What are you thankful for today?

Happy Wednesday!

Gving Thanks #2

2010-11-02T09:43:00.001-07:00

Today I am thankful for my boys! Little Man's rough and tumble spirit and Bug-a-boo's sweetness. I am blessed beyond measure at how much love I get from these two little men in my life. They bring me so much joy! Little Man you are SO precious to me! You are destined to be great! Bug-a-boo your smile lights up my world and melts my heart. I love you both SO much! I am one lucky mama!

What are you thankful for today?

Always,

30 days of Thanksgiving....

2010-11-01T12:23:00.001-07:00

I often feel I don't spend enough time counting my blessings. So, for this special month of thanks I have decided to spend the next 30 days posting about things of which I am thankful for. Note- These are in no special order...

Day one:

I am so thankful that God gave me a sweet girl! A daughter with whom I can share laughter and stories. Someone that makes my heart melt with just a smile. A creative and thoughtful little girl that makes my heart burst at the seams with pride. For this, today and everyday, I am thankful!
I Love you Bug! You are a bright ray of light on a cloudy day! YOU are my sunshine!

What are you thankful for today???

Have a blessed day,

They're baaack!

2010-10-30T09:36:00.001-07:00

It's no secret that I LOVE me some coffee... What do I love more than coffee you might ask, well Coffee-mate Holiday Flavored Creamers of course! I was THRILLED to find that my local grocery already has my very most favorite...Peppermint Mocha. Yeah...I bought two large containers and mark my words...they will be gone in 2 weeks tops. I'm that addicted!! I think I may need a 12-step program. LOL!

After buying said creamer I found this recipe online. I am anxious to try it soon. But first, I am going to share it with you...If you try it, let me know what you think.

1 pint fat-free half-and-half (or regular, but I like the fat free, lol)
1/4 cup white chocolate chips
1/8 cup peppermint syrup (I got mine at Starbucks for about $6)
Change Measurements: US Metric

Directions:Prep Time: 1 mins
Total Time: 4 mins
1 pour the half and half into a medium saucepan. 2 stir chocolate chips into the pan. 3 turn the heat onto medium-low and melt the chocolate into the half and half. 4 DO NOT LET THIS BOIL. 5 Once the chocolate is melted turn the heat off. 6 give it a good stir and mix in the peppermint syrup. 7 Store in a container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks :)

Happy Saturday to you,

Here's lookin at you....and a WINNER!!!!

2010-10-29T10:24:00.000-07:00

This is one of Bug-a-boo's most recent pictures....I just had to share it. I know you just LOVE it don't ya????

And the winner is....
Heidi@TheCraftMonkey said...
I think I'd get a clean breeze scent circle pack...or maybe a diff scent...I love the scent circles for my car though.

Please shoot me an email to let me know your info: bomanpartyof5@live.com
Congratulations!!!

Hope you have a great Friday,

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WOOHOO! 100 followers...

2010-10-25T16:53:00.001-07:00

I'm so excited to announce that I have hit the 100 follower mark! This makes my heart leap for joy!!! In honor of said event, I believe it's time for a giveaway!!! Yep, that's right...I said GIVEAWAY!! Holla!!! What is this giveaway might you ask??? Well, I have decided to give one winner a $15.00 Scentsy gift certificate (to be used thru me only).

To enter:

1. Become a follower of Boman, party of 5 and leave a comment to let me know. (Followers just leave a comment letting me know you are already a follower;))

2. Go to my website: https://lindsayb.scentsy.us/Buy and leave a separate comment letting me know what you would buy.

3. Like my FB fan page and leave me a separate comment letting me know this as well.

You will receive one entry per comment.

Giveaway will end Thursday, October 28th @ midnight!

Good luck and Thank You from the bottom of my heart!!! Couldn't have done it without you!

Yummy Cookbook...

2010-10-24T06:58:00.000-07:00

If your kiddos are like mine, they are super picky. Recently our church had an amazing women's ministry event that featured an amazing speaker. She suggested this cookbook for busy families. With the name of the book fresh on my mind, I set out to find it as soon as I got home. First, I went to Gooseberry Patch.com and was disappointed to find it cost about $30. So the thrifty girl in me went to work to find it cheaper. Well, the stars aligned and fate was on my side....I found it on Amazon.com for a mere fraction of the original cost. Boy am I glad I did! This book is chock full of AMAZING recipes. Not just any recipes, but recipes my kids will actually EAT! Easy Chicken Pot Pie, Oven-Baked Chicken Fingers and Pizza Mac & Cheese....just to name a few. If you have picky eaters or just a busy schedule that doesn't allow alot of time for cooking, this book may be for you! Go check it out. I'm sure you won't be sorry that you did.
Happy Sunday,

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A trip to the patch...

2010-10-22T16:35:00.000-07:00

Every year we go to a local pumpkin patch. Sometimes I would like to try a different one, but I have become so fond this one in particular it's hard to break tradition.
Here is The Bug and sweet Bug-a-boo. What an amazing big sister she is. She adores him. In fact, I believe it to be a mutual admiration society! LOL!

How cute is this fella???

Me and our Little Man! Can't believe how big he is these days. Plus, the kid eats like a horse. I can't imagine what it will be like when he is a teen and Bug-a-boo is his age..Yikes!

The Daddy and Bug-a-boo...

Finding the perfect pumpkin...

Happy Friday,

14 years...

2010-10-22T07:56:00.000-07:00

I can't believe how quickly time flies...On Tuesday, The Daddy and I celebrated 14 years of wedded bliss. It doesn't seem like it's been that long. Yet, looking back at all that's happened in that time it seems like a lifetime ago. I am so thankful to have such an amazing man in my life. God must have been thinking of me when he created him. I feel so blessed to be married to my very best friend. We laugh together, love together and play together. Happy Anniversay Mister! I love you to the moon and back!
Happy Friday,

Aprons-a-plenty

2010-10-16T13:32:00.000-07:00

There is just something about aprons that bring me great joy. Especially vintage or homemade aprons. Maybe it's the history behind each one, or the time and love that goes into making one. Here are just a few of my favorites....

This one is for kiddos and I LOVE it! Isn't is just darling?? I found it at Sugar Chic Baby

My daughter may need one of those. They are just so sweet!

And how cute are these??? Certainly too cute to cook in! I found them on Bandelle Blog. I ADORE Them....

I must say Jessie Steele sure knows how to make work look pretty... Plus, don't ya just love the vintage kitchen??

I wouldn't mind cooking and looking beautiful while doing it! How about you? Do you have a favorite apron??? Or better yet, an apron with a story to tell?

So, I've been playing....

2010-10-15T09:14:00.001-07:00

My lovely sister and I have decided to open an Etsy store. I am so thrilled about this, yet VERY scared. My sister is amazingly talented. She sews and crafts with ease. Me...well, not-so-much. I'm pretty sure that when God was giving out the creativity gene I was in the bathroom. However, I promised her I would try to come up with some things to add to this new store. Here is my first...It's not good. I was just practicing. I just got a new-to-me sewing machine and have every intention of learning to use it, but until then...I had to hand sew. Ugh!!! At least this gives you some kind of idea of what will be in our Etsy store...only it will look 100times better than this:

I'll be keeping you all posted. Have a lovely Friday,

It's more than time....

2010-10-11T13:55:00.000-07:00

So, I've decided that it is time to lose some weight. In April I had my gallbladder removed and since then I have gained 20lbs. Ugh! I was down to a size that I never would have dreamed being in again. And now, the weight is creeping back on. So, today I took action. I'm so excited to say that I broke down and exercised!!! WOOHOO! I only walked a mile in 20mins, but still that's gotta count for something...right?? Anyhow, I have decided to make Monday my weigh in days and will keep you all posted. In the meantime, I'm trying to find some great recipes that I will be sharing with you before long. Have a recipe you think I should try? Feel free to send me an email bomanpartyof5@live.com!
Feeling a little lighter already,

I Love Candy...

2010-10-08T20:30:00.000-07:00

I heard this song on KLOVE the other day and thought it was just too cute. I hope you enjoy it as well.

A "hop" in my step....

2010-10-03T22:43:00.000-07:00

I love blog hops! They have helped me reach lots of followers that I wouldn't have found otherwise. So pop on over to Inspiring you to Save and link up to:

Have wonderful Monday,

friends homo sapiens

2010-10-02T22:18:00.000-07:00

It's no secret that I love, no I mean LOVE the show Friends! I miss it so much (sniffing back a tear right this minute..). So, tonight I was watching a re-run and felt the need to share it with you:

Laughing...hystericaly!!!!
Hope your weekend has been as fun as mine,

One..

2010-09-29T08:28:00.000-07:00

One year ago today...

One set of 2 wearied-eyed and very proud parents...

One bundle of joy...

One proud Mommy....

One look at your beautiful face....

One today...
Happy 1st Birthday Bug-a-boo! I love you so much.

Tuesday Tip..{Stop Fading}

2010-09-28T20:01:00.000-07:00

Autumn is upon us and it's time to break out those fabulous jeans. Today's tip is how to keep those bad boys ( or would they be girls??) from fading..
To keep dark denim pristine, wash your jeans as infrequently as possible. When you do, turn them inside out and clean in cold water on the gentle cycle, then air-dry.
Hope you find this tip helpful!

Warm and Cozy Wishes,

Boo!

2010-09-26T20:17:00.000-07:00

I love Autumn! I love the sights, the sounds, the smells....what's not to love, right?!?! I'm looking forward to our annual fall party, the pumpkin patch, trick or treating....

Cozy fireside nights, hot chocolate (Starbucks for me, of course!), snuggling with The daddy. Yep, Autumn is upon us and I am so excited! What do you love about fall?

Warm and Cozy Wishes,

Awww...another award!

2010-09-25T19:33:00.000-07:00

Okay Y'all! I'm starting to feel a little special here. I'm very honored to accept the versatile blog award from Patty-Cake Manners. Thank you so much.
To accept the award, you must do the following -
1. Thank the Blogger who passed the award on to you (check!)
2. Share 7 things about yourself with the Blogging world....

I'm one of 6 kids and my parents (the crazies that they are (for having 6 kids, of course) ) have been married for 40 years.

I've been married to my cutie patootie (otherwise known as The Daddy) for 14 years on October 19th.

Scrapbooking and papercrafts are my true loves, but I would also love to learn how to sew, knit and a to do a little embroidery.

When I was little (and even now on occasion) my dad called me Lindsarella. Yeah, like the princess.... ;-)

I'm a very happy-go-lucky girl and always (well, most of the time) see my glass as half-full!

I {heart} Starbucks in a serious way!!! Addiction might be an understatement...just sayin'.

I'm a cozy, curl up with a good book, by the fire with a cup of yummy coffee (see above) on a rainy, snowy sort of day kind of girl....

3. Pass the award on to some of your favorite Blogs:

Katies Keepers

1 Funky Woman

Mom of Two Boys

Finding myFeet and last but not least....
Home sweet Home

Hope you all have a wonderful Sunday!

Always,

The Mommy

Wordless Wednesday...

2010-09-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

2010-09-20T18:43:00.000-07:00

I Love blog hops!!! They are so much fun! They are also a GREAT way to meet new bloggers and find yourself some wonderful followers. Pop on over the Meet Me Monday Blog Hop at Inspiring you to save.
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Always,

A horsin' good time....

2010-09-20T13:52:00.000-07:00

The makings of a great horse party...

The Guests...

The Bug...

The Daddy...

The present's....

and sweet Bug-a-boo!

Oh, so much fun!!!

Always,

A blog Award!!!

2010-09-16T13:18:00.000-07:00

I would like to thank Kenna at Our Crazy Little Life for giving me this blog award! How fun! Thank you so much!!!

Now here are the rules to accepting the award!
1. Accept the award.
(Post it on your blog with the name of the person
who has granted the award and his or her blog link.)
2. Pay it forward to 15 other bloggers that you have newly discovered.
3. Contact those blog owners and let them know they’ve been chosen.

So, I have chosen:

The life of a Sippy Cup Mom

Little Birdie Secrets

Boobies, babies and a blog

Quick Tattletales

Romanian Princess

And last but not least....

Little Yayas

Always,

Bug-a-boo's first horse ride

2010-09-15T13:41:00.000-07:00

On Sunday night our church had our Fall Family Round-up! We had so much fun. Of the many things to do, a dear friend of ours had his horse there to take for a ride... At first CGB wasn't having it....

Then I was able to get him on. Turns out he was more afraid of the horse's face than he was of actually riding it.

After we started going, he seemed to actually enjoy himself. Talking every now and again...

The man that was leading us is Bob! We love him!!! Such a wonderful man. He is going to let J-bug have all her friends come over for a party, so they can ride his horses. How sweet is he?!?!

Hope your day is a blessed one!

Follow me back Tuesdays...

2010-09-13T21:15:00.000-07:00

I'm joining a blog hop over at Survey Junkie! Lot's of great bloggers over there. If your blog is a new one, go check it out and link up. It's a great way to get followers for your blog.

A great blog with tutorials...

2010-09-13T19:15:00.000-07:00

Today I participated in a blog hop and found this blog. It is fantastic! It's full of tutorials for your blog. So pop on over to Design it Chic and check it out!!!
Always,

Made it myself Monday- Freezer Paper Stencils

2010-09-13T09:50:00.000-07:00

This is a project that we learned to do at MOPS. I am officially additcted!!! (shhh, don't tell my husband!)
To get started you just need a few simple things: freezer paper, scissors, fabric paint, a foam brush, a t-shirt or any other thing you may want to paint on and an iron.

First, you need to cut out your stencil from the freezer paper. Making sure the shiny side of the freezer paper is facing down. I used my cricut to cut this ship, but you can trace something or draw yours by hand. After cutting it out you will have a negative and a positive image. I used the negative. (I think! That still confuses me. LOL!!)
Next you will need to iron the freezer paper stencil (shiny side down) to the shirt.

Then paint the area inside the stencil as shown below (as if you didn't already know that!) ...

This is what it looks like while drying. (Nothing like watching paint dry!) Do not remove the stencil until the paint is completely dry. Then place a towel over the image and run a warm iron over it to heat set. Now you are finished!

And here is the finished product. My son LOVES it. He was so excited that he wore it to school the next day. There are limitless possiblities! It's inexpensive and lots of fun (and who can't use a little fun??) !!!

Hope you all have a wonderful day!

Linking up to:

Meet Me Monday

and

Warm hugs,

The Mommy

Giveaway alert...

2010-09-07T17:29:00.000-07:00

Tam over at Sew Dang Cute has almost reached 1000 followers. If you are interested at all in sewing, you must visit this blog. Her projects are AMAZING! Check out the link above for more info on the giveaway.
Speaking of which, I will be doing my own giveaway very soon. *Hint- Smells like Fall!!!

Hugs,
The Mommy

Random Tidbits and such....

2010-09-07T16:07:00.000-07:00

It's raining! I love the rain. It makes everything feel cleaner.

I'm ready for fall. I can't wait to start decorating!!!

We have an annual fall party and I'm way behind on the planning. OOPS!

Peppermint Mochas from Starbucks make me happy! Starbucks is my happy place! =) Hey! Don't judge!

I'm a closet chocolate-aholic. Shhh don't tell anyone.

I made the very best pasta the other day and can't remember the recipe. =(

I have to work tomorrow and this makes me sad...Although, I absolutely LOVE Wednesdays and look forward to spending the evening with my family!

Complete and total randomness....

Until next time,

The Mommy

Tuesday Tip-

2010-09-07T11:52:00.000-07:00

If you've spritzed yourself a few times too many, dab your wrists-or wherever you overapplied- with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol.

Hugs and wishes for a great day,
The Mommy

*source-All You Magazine

Owl City - Fireflies

2010-09-02T19:34:00.000-07:00

Love this song....

Tuesday Tip {Growth spurt}

2010-08-24T20:13:00.000-07:00

No, unfortunately for me coffee won't make ya grow. Doggone it! However, if you dilute your coffee leftovers (leftovers??? I drink the whole pot!) with equal parts water, you can use it as a fertilizer on indoor and outdoor plants. This YUMMY treat is good for all I tell ya. Just one more reason to start drinking coffee for all of you (crazies...J/K) that don't...I'm just sayin'!

Happy Tuesday Y'all!

The Mommy

I did it!!!

2010-08-20T19:32:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I posted about possibly joining the Scentsy family. Well, obviously it took me awhile to think about it and I finally joined today. So it's official! I am now a consultant with Scentsy. So, this brings about an upcoming giveaway. I'll give you a little hint...it will be a Scentsy product. Stay tuned!!! In the meantime, feel free to check out my website and let me know what you think....

Always,
The Mommy

It happened...

2010-08-19T20:06:00.000-07:00

My sweet bug-a-boo decided that he is brave enough to take his 1st two steps. This both saddens and thrills me. Time is going by so fast. He is growing by leaps and bounds and learning new things EVERYday. What a sweet little guy I have. So excited to join him on this adventure we call life.
Hope you all have a wonderful Friday!

Sending hugs,
The Mommy

So Sad...

2010-08-19T12:23:00.000-07:00

Summer is officially over and school has begun. There were so many things that we did, yet so many left undone. The summer seems to go by faster and faster with each passing year. I miss the sounds of Wizzards of Waverly Place coming from the family room. I miss the sound of water splashing in the pool and the uproarious laughter. I miss afternoon quiet time spent reading a book together. I miss playing the animal guessing game while traveling in the car. I miss them all day!

However, I love spending alone time with my bug-a-boo. I love cleaning up a mess and not having to start over when I am finished. I love the quiet during naptime. I look forward to school parties, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas break. My life is so blessed. I am sad that school has started once again, but I have so much to be thankful for and to be happy about. Life is good!

Always,

The Mommy

Four Simple Goals....

2010-08-13T22:05:00.001-07:00

Elsie at A Beautiful Mess has proposed an idea for 4 Simple Goals before 2011, which you can read about here. I have decided to jump on the bandwagon. So, what are my 4 simple goals you ask??? Well, I thought you might...So, here you have it:

Every year I make a resolution to read my bible in a year. Every year I fail. So, rather than making a goal to read it all in a year, I think I will make my goal to try to read it everyday. That's what counts really, right. I don't think God cares if you read it all in a year, just so long as you are in the word daily.

Secondly, I want to spend more quality with my cutie patootie...The Daddy! It seems lately we have not had enough time for each other. We spend so much time taking care of the kiddos, that we are too exhausted to do much other than sleep. So, more date nights with The Daddy!

Thirdly, I want to eat fresh fruits and veggies EVERYday! I need to eat more healthy and this is something that I want my entire family to do. So, I will make the goal to serve at least one fruit and one veggie at dinner EVERYnight.

Fourth and final goal....More cleaning. Lately, my poor house has been a bit neglected. So, my goal is to spend 15 mins in every room re-organinzing and de-cluttering.

Wow! I feel better now. I'm so excited to do this. It was an incredible idea and I hope some of you will follow along.

Always,
The Mommy

Just ONE Week {{Sad}}....

2010-08-11T17:28:00.000-07:00

I cannot believe that school starts next Wednesday! Where has all the time gone??? I can't begin to tell you just how sad this makes me. Before we know it, it will be Christmas. Ugh. I'm certainly not ready for that.
Anywho, since we have very little time due to Little Man's football practice EVERY night, we are going to play ALL we can. Tonight, we are eating steak and playing games on the Wii. Followed by a walk of course. =) Gotta get that exercise in there, ya know.
So, how are you spending your last days before the BIG day??? I'd love to hear your plans....

Always,
The Mommy

Teriffic Tip...Bottoms Up

2010-08-09T17:53:00.001-07:00

It's certainly Summer time around these parts and my kiddos are way into ice cream cones right now. So, this brings me to todays tip........To keep Ice cream from dripping out of the tip of the cone, stuff a mini marshmallow into the bottom. An easy and tasty solution.

Sleepless

2010-08-07T22:40:00.000-07:00

Here it is at 12:42am and where am I? Sitting in front of the laptop looking for answers that I know I will not find. I will not find a solution here. I will not find the peace I am searching for. I will not find slumber. I am hurting and concerned. I am nervous and misguided. I am hopeful and yet discontent. It's gonna be a long night... Hopefully, my soul will find peace, my hurt will find comfort and my eyes will find rest.

Goodnight my friends,
The Mommy

Tuesday Tip...

2010-08-03T17:22:00.000-07:00

If you are like me, you can never find the right size or color... So, hit the mall on Thursdays for the best selection- stores stock the shelves early for the weekend!!! You may also find the newest markdowns... So what do ya say, shopping anyone???

Always,

The Mommy

*source: Luke Knowles, freeshipping.org

One sick kiddo...

2010-07-27T22:04:00.001-07:00

How is it that we are near the end of July and my sweet J-bug has bronchitis??? She is so sick that she:
*has to have 4 breathing treatments daily for 7 days
* is on a steroid(sp?)
* taking a Z-pack
* and has to be on an anti-biotic for swimmer's ear as well for 7 days.

I feel so sorry for her. She absolutely HATES the breathing treatments. I'm pretty sure she deserves something special for all that she is having to go thru. Poor girl!
Anyhow, I missed Tuesday's Tip...Imagine that. I will be posting that sometime tomorrow...or I guess now that would be today. I think I need to go to bed. =)
Well, I hope all is well in your world. Here's to another week of taking great care of a sweet one. Ciao for now,
The Mommy

Terrific Tip Tuesday...{Chic Catch-All}

2010-07-20T14:29:00.000-07:00

Reclaim a forgotten frame as a tray for baubles and bottles. Gather pretty printed fabric, cardboard, scissors, masking tape, four inexpensive half-inch beads to match your frame, and a hot glue gun. Remove the glass from the frame; trace glass onto cardboard; cut to fit. Snip out a slightly larger piece of fabric. Cover cardboard with cloth, taping excess tautly to the back. Reassemble the frame (if needed, gently pry or cut off the attached easel back). To create feet, glue the beads to the bottom.

This is more of a craft, rather than a tip. However, I feel that it fits both categories. So, show me what you've got. I'd love to see your version of this great idea.

Always,
The Mommy

**Source: Goodhousekeeping Mar. 2010

To sell or not to sell....

2010-07-17T21:30:00.000-07:00

that is the question. I have done several home based businesses and have never found one that really "fits". However, the other night I went to a party and fell in LOVE! I'd heard about Scentsy before, but had never been to a party. Anyhow, after going to said party, I came home all pumped up about these amazing products. The Daddy and I have been discussing this topic in deep detail and I think I am going to go out on a limb just one last time and become a consultant.

What do you think? Have you done a home based business? How well did it work out for you? I would LOVE to hear your feedback. Thanks in advance.

Always,

The Mommy

Late again... {{Return to Beauty}}

2010-07-14T08:27:00.001-07:00

Yesterday was a crazy day! Spent with some wonderful women! Fun, but very busy...therefore no post for the Tuesday Terrific Tip. So, here I am a day late...AGAIN!

This week's tip:

Before you discard those morning coffee grounds, rub a small scoop into your hands as a gentle scrub. The exfoliation leaves skin smooth and younger looking...You can amp up the treatment by mixing in honey, yogurt or a little olive oil if your skin is dry.

Hope you enjoyed this weeks tip! Make sure to check back next week for a Chic Catch-All!!!

Always,

The Mommy

**Source- "Return to Beauty: Old World Recipes for Great Radiant Skin"--Narine Nikogosian

The County Fair

2010-07-10T07:28:00.000-07:00

I'm always looking for things that our family can do together. This time around we loaded up and headed to the county fair. We had such a fun night. Complete with homeade root beer and a ride on a mechanical bull...for real!!! We may have to make this an every year tradition. Here are some of the highlights....

Bug-a-boo- rode the bull for a complete 8 seconds! (Hahahaha)

Up close and personal with a horse....

The kiddos got the biggest kick out of the littlest horse of all....

No fair is complete without.....bunnies???

My little dog-lover!

Why yes, I am indeed holding a rooster.

This one was The Bug's most very favorite of all...a horse named Dollar...

We had a little bit of rain, but all in all it was a fantastic night. I'm already looking forward to our next family adventure. Stay tuned!

Always,

The Mommy

Summer Fun....

2010-07-07T10:54:00.000-07:00

Every year Tamko puts on a Family Fun night. This year it was at a local amusement park. The kids had a blast! We all did really!!! The Bumper Boats were the favorite of the night. Here is Will rearin' to go....

The Daddy on the hunt for a unsuspecting victim.....

Looks like he found one...

Oh well, in the end seems he wound up just as wet as she did....

What a fun night indeed! What are you doing with your summer?

Always,
The Mommy

Terrific Tip Tuesday-- (Un) Tie the knot

2010-07-06T09:10:00.000-07:00

No need to get in a twist over knotted necklaces. A straight pin is the perfect tool to get out the kinks. For stubborn tangles, place the chain on a hard nonporous surface, like glass, and apply several drops of baby or mineral oil, then try untangling again. Prevent knots by hanging necklaces or storing delicate strands, clasps closed, in clear plastic bags (hanging necklaces w/heavy pendants can strain the chains).

**Bonus tip: Stash two jewelry-polishing cloths- one for tarnished silver, one for anything else- with accessories, so you can quick-clean pieces before wearing!

Hope this is a helpful tip!

Always,
The Mommy

*Resource- Good Housekeeping 3/10

2010-07-02T10:55:00.001-07:00

I must apologize for skipping Tuesday's tip. My sweet bug-a-boo has been sick. We went to the Dr. yesterday to find that it's a virus. Poor little guy. However, please check back soon...I feel a giveaway coming on!!!! ;-)

Blessings to you,
The Mommy

I {{Heart}} Thriving Family

2010-06-28T12:42:00.000-07:00

If you have a family or are thinking of starting one you need Thriving Family magazine. I received the first issue as a charter member and I Love it! It is packed full of not only ideas on how to grow a Godly family, but also stories that will warm your heart and soul. Click here to see for yourself....
Have a blessed Monday!

Always,
The Mommy

Terrific Tip Tuesday...

2010-06-22T14:02:00.000-07:00

{As a new blog feature I hope to present you with helpful tips each Tuesday. Please let me know what you all think.}

This week's Tip:

*Help retail returns to go smoothly- When you buy an item at the mall, always ask for a gift receipt. If you have one, retailers may be more lenient when you decide to return your purchase. With a regular receipt you often have 30 days to take goods back, but stores often accept a gift receipt for up to 60 days.

Hope this helps!
The Mommy

*Source: Leah Ingram, author of Suddenly Frugal: How to Live Happier and Healthier for Less

In honor of Father's Day {a day late...}

2010-06-21T18:39:00.000-07:00

Since my sweets has been a daddy for 10 years...I thought I would list 10 things I love about him....

1. He is a man of God!
2. He loves me fully and treats me like a queen..(should that be 2)
3. He has patience in all the areas that count the most.
4. He is a hard worker.
5. He honors his parents.
6. He is "Our best Daddy ever!"
7. He makes my heart beat a little faster when he walks into a room
8. He often surprises me in big ways by the little things
9. He keeps me on my toes
and last but certainly not least....
10. He has made me the best person I can be.
I love you Jase...Happy Father's Day!(a day late ;-))

Always,
The Mommy

Memorial Day Weekend

2010-06-08T14:50:00.000-07:00

Sorry for such a long absence. Things have been crazy in our little party of five. Summer break is upon us, which undoubtedly means fun in the sun.... So, to mark my bloggin come-back occassion, I decided to post some pics of our fun weekend....I hope you enjoy...
Always,
The Mommy

2010-05-10T19:53:00.000-07:00

Good grief! I know it's been awhile! I'm feeling better and promise to be back on top of things. Anywho, here are a few photos for ya...

Surgery

2010-04-21T18:31:00.000-07:00

Seems I will be out of commission for a few days. The reason being I will be having surgery to remove that pesky gallbladder on Friday morning. Thus the reason I've been away for so long. Who knew such a tiny thing could make you so sick. Sure, I've lost over 60lbs and that is a plus, but the sickness has got to go! So, hopefully I will be back on track in a week or so....

Wish me luck and say some prayers!
The Mommy

Ugh....

2010-04-14T20:26:00.000-07:00

I've had the best of intentions. I really have. However, life seems to get in the way sometimes. I have the cutest pictures to post and can't at the moment. Bad Words!!!!
Anyhow, I will be posting some pictures soon. Don't give up on me!
I hope you are having sunshining days and cozy nights!
Sending warm mommy hugs,
The Mommy

Happy Easter!

2010-04-04T20:31:00.000-07:00

Can you believe that Easter is here already??? Time goes by so quickly. It's unbelievable that it's April. Our Easter was great. We had a fun time with family and friends. It was a beautiful day and I have some great pictures to post. I will have to get to that tomorrow. I am so tired and it has been a long day. I hope you all were as blessed as I am.

Easter Hugs,
The Mommy

Just a wordless Wednesday...

2010-03-24T15:24:00.000-07:00

Besties!

2010-03-23T13:54:00.000-07:00

So, this is the bug with one of her very besties, E. These girls are too cute together. E. is like a sister to my little bug. She adores her. When I think of besties, I think of these two. They are ADDICTED to Littlest Pet Shops and American Girl Dolls. They are infamous for sleep overs and staying up late. I love that they have each other. I hope that their friendship lasts forever!

Hugs to you,
The Mommy

Crazy weather and a fun Spring giveaway

2010-03-21T09:01:00.000-07:00

So Friday it was 70 degrees out and today it's freezing rain. What's wrong with this picture?? Oh how I long for the days of flip flops and capri pants.
Well, since the weather is yucky, I am on a blogging adventure. I've been to so many blogs today I can't count. However, I did come across Oopsey Daisy and she is having a fun giveaway. These burlap bunnies are too cute. So, go check it out and become a follower. Her blog is too fun!

Warm hugs,
The Mommy

A fun give-a-way...

2010-03-15T11:03:00.000-07:00

Two posts in one day??? I am so on the ball. LOL!
Wanted to let you know about a fun give-a-way. You can find it here! Hope you check it out.

Always,
The Mommy

{{Sigh}}...In need of Spring

2010-03-15T10:52:00.000-07:00

I'm so ready for Spring...
The flowers...
The sunshine...
The warm breeze...
Leaves on the trees...
A new gardening season...
and my favorite....
Garage Sales!
I love Garage Sales! I love to find fun things to repurpose. It's so fun and exciting. I can't wait!
Tell me, what do you LOVE about Spring???

Always,
The Mommy

Grateful

2010-03-10T16:11:00.000-08:00

This post is inspired by a fellow blogger. You can read her post here.
It seems sometimes the only time we stop to think about what we are grateful for is around Thanksgiving. So here is my non-Thanksgiving grateful list:
~ I am grateful that God is the center of my life. I have full faith in Jesus Christ and know that someday I will spend eternity with him.
~ I am grateful for my sweet family. It's the most wonderful gift I could have ever received.
~ I am grateful that I have an amazing husband that loves me and our kiddos beyond the shadow of a doubt. He would go to the ends of the earth just to prove it.
~ I am grateful for amazing friends that are there no matter what time, no matter what the issue.
and last but certainly not least...
~ I am grateful for my blogging friends that inspire me to do things that I wouldn't have thought otherwise to do. You are an amazing group of people and touch my life in so many ways. Thank you!

WHat are you grateful for?

Always,
The Mommy

A date with The Daddy

2010-03-09T20:01:00.000-08:00

It's not very often that The Daddy and I get to have a night out, but his company had a special dinner that we attended last week. It was soooo nice. It was catered by a local greek restaurant that is to die for. This picture isn't the greatest, but it's the only one we've got. So, it will have to do.
Here's to a job well done sweet one! I love you and appreciate all that you do for our family. You are an amazing man and God couldn't have given me a better husband!

Always,
The Mommy

{ A new hat...}

2010-03-03T14:25:00.000-08:00

Our sweet bug-a-boo needed a new hat. Believe it or not he outgrew his old one. I just love the way it frames his sweet little face. Just thought I would share....

Always,
The Mommy

{To the moon, Alice....}

2010-03-02T14:26:00.000-08:00

My little man loves all things space and rocket ships. So, to no surprise when he got money for his birthday he bought himself a rocket. We had the big launch yesterday...Complete with a countdown and all. He was thrilled. So, of course, I had to take some pictures. ;-)

Always,
The Mommy

{a little lonely...}

2010-03-01T12:05:00.001-08:00

I hate Mondays! Not because of the typical reasons, but because I always feel just a little lonely after the weekend with my family is over. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy spending alone time with my bug-a-boo. However, when he is napping, I miss the laughter of the other two. I could go without the fighting, but beggars can't be choosers, right???
As I am typing this, I am counting down the minutes until I see that familiar school bus....when I can hear those running feet and see two smiling faces. Then Monday will not be so bad anymore. At least, not until the next one....

Always,
The Mommy

{One Year Ago Today...}

2010-02-27T06:28:00.000-08:00

Slightly nauseous...
4 weeks late...
Craving Roast Beef from Arby's...
The test bought...
The test complete...
"I'm pregnant?"....
"Really?"...
"I. Am. pregnant!!!!"....
So happy!...
So blessed!...
So thankful!...

Always,
The Mommy

{Those Moments...}

2010-02-26T13:13:00.000-08:00

The moment of silence before everyone else gets up...
The moment I smell freshly brewed coffee...
The moment I hear a little someone stirring, about to wake up from his nap...
The moment I see a yellow school bus bringing home my precious cargo...
The moment I hear The Daddy's car in the driveway...
The moment he says "Hello" after a long days work...
The moment just after saying a prayer when I hear a sweet little voice say "amen"...
The moment three sweet kiddos are asleep and I finally get to spend some quiet time with him...
The moments! These are what I live for everyday....

Always,
The Mommy

{Sweetness}....

2010-02-25T15:35:00.000-08:00

The squeals,
The smiles,
The bubbles,
The almost laugh.
You are my sunshine,
Baby Mine....
How I love you!

The Mommy

My little man...

2010-02-23T20:40:00.000-08:00

Every once in awhile I am taken back by how much my little man is no longer such a little boy. Last Saturday he went with The Daddy to cut wood at his Papaw's house. He was so proud of himself. He loves helping. Today he helped me clean the living room and I told him I would give him some $ for it. Much to my surprise he said "No, Mom. That's my job to help you. I don't need any $." Isn't that sweet?? Maybe I am doing something right after all. Here's to hopin'!

The Mommy

Boman, Party of 5

Spring has Sprung....

An Irish Prayer....

A new toy...

Our newest addition....

A big ouch!

Just a note...

Sorry for the absence!

Sweetest days....

Winter blahs...

The skinny on the weigh in....

Praying for a snow day.

Ugh!

Standing at a loss.....

Date Night....

The little things...

Taking some time....

And the winner is....

Giveaway alert....

It's beginning to look alot like Christmas....

Finally....

Bah Humbug Blues...

Happ Thanksgiving!

Grosgrain: ANOTHER SILHOUETTE MACHINE GIVEAWAY!!!!

So sorry...

30 days of Thanksgiving...

30 days of Thanksgiving...8 & 9

30 days....day 7

30 days of Thanksgiving #5 and #6

Friday Snapshot...

Giving Thanks....Day 4

Giving Thanks #3....

Gving Thanks #2

30 days of Thanksgiving....

They're baaack!

Here's lookin at you....and a WINNER!!!!

WOOHOO! 100 followers...

Yummy Cookbook...

A trip to the patch...

14 years...

Aprons-a-plenty

So, I've been playing....

It's more than time....

I Love Candy...

A "hop" in my step....

friends homo sapiens

One..

Tuesday Tip..{Stop Fading}

Boo!

Awww...another award!

Wordless Wednesday...

A horsin' good time....

A blog Award!!!

Bug-a-boo's first horse ride

Follow me back Tuesdays...

A great blog with tutorials...

Made it myself Monday- Freezer Paper Stencils

Giveaway alert...

Random Tidbits and such....

Tuesday Tip-

Owl City - Fireflies

Tuesday Tip {Growth spurt}

I did it!!!

It happened...

So Sad...

Four Simple Goals....

Just ONE Week {{Sad}}....

Teriffic Tip...Bottoms Up

Sleepless

Tuesday Tip...

One sick kiddo...

Terrific Tip Tuesday...{Chic Catch-All}

To sell or not to sell....

Late again... {{Return to Beauty}}

The County Fair

Summer Fun....

Terrific Tip Tuesday-- (Un) Tie the knot

{{Sorry}}

I {{Heart}} Thriving Family

Terrific Tip Tuesday...