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…considering you don’t “really” know me and after this list…you might now want to. I hate mornings and have trained my youngest to go to bed almost immediately after the oldest heads out of the house for school. I pump an extra time before bed to make up for snacks I ate in the day. I LOVE Coke. [...]
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Do you remember The Great Toilet Paper Shortage of '73?Back in 1973 there was supposed to be a toilet paper shortage. I don't know if that was really true or not, but my grandparents believed it, apparently. They had a whole wall of toilet paper storage. Shelves and shelves of toilet paper.My mom got a kick out of it! In fact, she figured that they had enough toilet paper to last them the rest of
Oh Drama!How do you spell it?J-a-k-e / A-l-i!25 minutes of waiting, a lower lip pouting, and bad ponytails, and eye rubbing, and Jakie Poopractically telling her to "STAY... OR I'LL HAVE TO PICK HORSE FACED VIENNA to stay"all to end up with..."I have to go".Her job called and gave her the ole' ultimatum.I swear, I think it's a ploy.The stupid job people KNOW ahead of time, their employee is going
I had my last physical therapy session yesterday. I am actually very sad about this as my PT was extremely helpful and it was like I had a personal trainer that also did deep tissue massages and stretched for me. Everyone wished me good luck at my race and sent me on my way. So Saturday morning at 6:30am, I will be running 13.1 in Myrtle Beach. I am not nearly as prepared for this one as I was O
I am the Queen of the Quick Comebacks. The Princess of the snappy one-liners. If you know me well enough and I feel comfortable with you, I’ll let my guard down and let ‘em rip. It’s a blessing and a curse. I can break tension. I can take the piss out of myself in 30 seconds or [...]
I had a hard time choosing a photo for this week's challenge at I Heart Faces, but I finally settled on this one of my daughter with her aunt.Be sure to check out all the other kisses at I Heart Faces this week!
In honor of Simple Living Media’s launch yesterday, we want to celebrate this week with a celebration of you, our readers. And what better way to celebrate you than with a slew of giveaways! Head over to Simple Bites, Simple Homeschool, Simple Kids, and Simple Organic to enter the rest of the fabulous giveaways. Each site [...]CURRENT SPONSORS: Ali Edwards - document. celebrate. capt
"A baby will make love stronger, days shorter, nights longer, bankroll smaller, home happier, clothes shabbier, the past forgotten, and the future worth living for."- Author Unknown -
With Valentine’s Day approaching soon, I couldn’t resist purchasing this amazingly cool heart shaped frying pan. I’m not yet sure if I’ll serve the pancakes or the eggs, or maybe both… But I’m pretty sure my kids (and husband) will love them! I got mine from this shop here in the Netherlands, but it’s [...]
This photo didn't quite fit with the memes I did this weekend, so it's getting its own billing today. I'd never seen it before my sister, Judy (in the middle) posted it on Facebook on Saturday, and it moved me, for a few reasons. One is the slightly-troubled expression on my face (on the right.) It's not the face of a carefree kid, happily enjoying a beautiful summer day at the pool down t
When just beginning to walk, children sometimes need some extra help and encouragement. That help might come in the form of comfortable and warm shoes which also allow for sure footing and a toy which is adorable and fun to pull around could be an extra incentive. Robeez and Haba ...
Lots of decisions to be made in the Maven household... so the Music Monday post today is in spirit of this. Not to mention my love of Dierks who was FAB in concert... Aint no tellin where the wind might blow...Free and easy down the road I go If you only get to go around one time I'm gonna sit back and try to enjoy the ride I could make a million or wind up brokeFree and easy down the road I
We need to finally do something about the fact that 3 cats are way too many for us and in this house. We never meant to have more than 2 cats, but ended up keeping two of Snuggly’s kittens after she had that litter in June of 2008. We had decided early on to let the [...]---------------------------------------------- Thank you for visiting my site! Please join in the conversation by clicking thro
Today I met my sister's hump and she met mine.Does that sound weird?My sister Stephanie is in Arizona where doctors have inserted a balloon-type mechanism into her back. As this balloon expands so does the healthy skin, which creates a double hump on her backside. With this harvested skin they will be able to fix the skin on her neck and chin, thus helping her with mobility in those areas. I f
I cannot remember how old I am. Every time someone asks me my age, which quite honestly isn't that often because I've definitely reached the point where that kind of question is rude, I have to do math.I hate math.Math is the bane of my existence.It's always pissed me off.People have tried to tell me my whole life that math is important, but I don't buy it. I have always relied on my incredible
Welcome to Bossy’s Ear Worm, which features songs currently in Bossy’s headphones. Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. Zero 7, Swing. Bossy has always liked Zero 7, which is a UK duo with a successful background in audio engineering, who enlist a variety of singers on their records. This tune, off their latest 2009 release [...]
I woke up this morning to a migraine headache, something I get a few times a year, usually when a cold front is coming through and smashing up against a warm front. I was thankful that I had a few...
Running a race is very much a metaphor for life and all of its milestones. The ones you plan on and especially the ones you don't. You spend a lot of time working up to something. You get nervous before the big day. You face your fears, you hope you "studied" enough and that all the work and hours you've put in were enough, and finally, the big day comes. The day you've been training for. Whate
We went a few weeks ago for our 6 week check up with our midwives, Brynne and Deren of Mountain View Midwives. I have posted before on my birth story about how much we loved and appreciated our home birth experience. Our midwives have always taken the time to talk with us, let us make our [...]
I am not into politics. When I wans in school I knew kids tried to write the answers to their tests on their hands. I never did it. Now I hear the kids just send each other text messages. Technology has come along way. Sarah Palin was paid $100,000 to speak at the Tea Party Convention [...] Related posts:Anti-Obama Billboard Is Crazy Review & Giveaway: Myachi Hand Sacks Prayers For Mi
Get ready ladies, it’s time to Eat, Drink and Just Dance. You saw us Just Dance in San Diego, now we’re bringing it to Scottsdale! We’ll have prizes, drinks, food and of course more drinks. All you need to bring is yourself. RSVP here http://tweetvite.com/event/azjustdance
As I sit stand at the brink of our 20th Wedding Anniversary I can't believe we made it.Tomorrow at 10.30 we will cross that 'threshold' metaphorically. I am still dizzy at the thought. I am grateful in a way words cannot define that my husband has stood by with me. I love him beyond measure.The years fly.I can barely remember this time 20 yrs ago.When I think of all we have been through togethe
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I know that I’ve already told you that Oscar knows how to sign “sister” (rub your thumb along your right jaw and then take both index fingers and meet them together in front of your chest), but please indulge me. Despite the fact that we already know this sign, we gave it some practice today [...]
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This past weekend was a fun blur. On Saturday, the family went to see When Elmo Grows Up at Madison Square Garden. My husband’s aunt treated our family along with my brother-in-law’s family as a special early birthday gift for Sean. The little kids especially enjoyed the show. Sean kept saying, [...]
I would have posted the new giveaway today, but I had computer issues and had to reinstall Windows on my desktop and all of my programs. I'll be back tomorrow with a fabulous giveaway and to wet your appetite, here's a little sneak peak at what's up for grabs. So don't miss your chance. Check back tomorrow!
I had a bunch of incoming links from a place unknown to me so I decided to see what it was. Here is what a former reader of my blog thinks of me. This was in a discussion forum about a quiver full of snark and the nursery (at church) being bad, very bad: There was [...]
I know it sounds crazy but, I was thinking today about everyting I would love to do. My list can go on and on so I have narrowed it to just 20. Here they are. See all 4 of my kids graduate from high school Go to Jamaica Buy an RV Take my family camping Go on a cruise Get my [...] Related posts:I Am Not “Old” How To Keep Your Wife Happy What Would You Do If You Won The Lo
I have had the chance to travel just a bit. Mostly by car. Funny thing is, I have never had the chance to travel to the places I really would love to go. I am a water baby and love the warm weather and beach. That is one of the reasons I moved back to [...] Related posts:A Years Reflection: 2009 And The Beginning of Blogging Importing My Blogs New Hair Cut
I posted yesterday about the EA Sports Active game for the Wii. I just have to tell you how sore I am. My calves’ feel like rocks. Like someone has been punching me over and over. It hurts ot walk or even move my legs. I cannot believe how out of shape I am. I am [...] Related posts:EA Sports Active More Workouts for Wii Online Communities- Where Our Friends Are Not Good Enough
My hubby plays the lottery everyday. I would say he is addicted but, he would say I am addicted to blogging. He don’t go all out and spend lots of money on it but he does play almost everyday. Less than $5 a day. It makes him happy, so I really don’t mind. My hubby even [...] Related posts:Free Kitchen Knife How To Keep Your Wife Happy My Kids And Technology
Yet another series on MTV focusing on today’s teens. Sometimes I want to yell at MTV that teens are not the only ones who like MTV and music. 16 and pregnant follows several young women through their teenage pregnancy until the birth of the child. Actually, I am pretty glad that MTV is focusing on this. [...] Related posts:Pregnancy Cravings I Am Not “Old” NASA STS-130 Tw
Today is my husbands birthday. Last year we were able to take a trip to Las Vegas for his birthday. We stayed at the MGM. I wrote about it in this blog post. This year we wont be taking any trip. With me losing my job we will be barley making it as it is. I [...] Related posts:Happy Birthday Dr Martin Luther King Jr. How To Keep Your Wife Happy My Travels
My brother came to visit from Illinois. He loves to cook as much as I do. As we were thinking of what to cook for dinner he mentioned a tomato, basil, rotini. The ingredients were close to a caprese salad. I knew we needed meat in it to make it dinner. So my suggestion was [...] Related posts:Christmas Dinner- Gumbo Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herbs Cook It Up With Xterma
It is just before Valentines Day so I thought it would be beneficial to write how to keep your wife happy, in hopes that my hubby will read this. Not really, my hubby follows most of these tips, but he could polish up on a few of his skills. Always let your wife think she runs [...] Related posts:Happy Birthday Tommie A Cowboys Wife iPhone App What Would You Do If You Won The Lottery
I see myself as a democrat; however, I will switch sides if I see the need to. Texas has been a long time republican state. Both former presidents Bush were in politics in Texas. One candidate has stuck out to me. On aspect of his campaign was more intriguing than anything else. I was confused and [...] Related posts:FREEBIE: Don’t Mess With Texas Litter Bag (Texas Only) Snow? In Th
Effectively using Twitter is key to your brand. Twitter can be a powerful social media and marketing tool. It all depends on how you utilize it. You can promote yourself, company, or brand on Twitter. But, do you interact with others? You must interact with those who follow you or that you follow. You can have 10,000 [...] Related posts:What Is Social Media? 5 Exciting People Following
It’s been a good while since I’ve seen a legitimate test drive offer, so I was excited to learn about this test drive offer for the 2011 Kia Sorrento. Test-drive the all-new 2011 Kia Sorento between February 8, 2010, and March 15, 2010, and you’ll receive a $25 prepaid card! Just fill out the form, [...]
Wale Pretty Girls Video. Fans of Wale, here is the new music video of your Wale and artists like DJ Khaled, Clinton Portis, Ray Rice and more appear in this video so don't fail to check it out.
I lay here on the couch, finally getting around to doing my daily blogging. I lay here with a tissue stuffed up my left nostril. I lay here tending to my congested daughter while the hubby is sleeping on the other couch. I’m seriously going to smoother him with a pillow soon. He must be a [...]
From Chicago, the city that never shuts down even when they're expecting a foot of snow, it's Monday Sunday Sound Out starring your host, the woman who ate Vegemite and lived to tell the tale, Dawn Meehan!Did you know, there is someone in the middle of the ocean viewing your blog right now? Do you have a line to Atlantis? [map at the bottom of my blog that shows where in the world my visitors are
This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of PBM Products. All opinions are 100% mine. Toys R Us, the company that has always been our one stop shop for toys and baby just announced they are now offering Babies R Us branded infant formula and a new infant care line. This is just [...]
*Coincidence?* ————————————— Do you think it’s just a coincidence that right after a Republican is sworn in to take the seat held by Ted Kennedy for all those years, Washington, DC froze over? Just wondering.
It has been a minute since I have actually sat down and got into ma blog......A LOT has happened in a matter of a couple of weeks......its so AMAZING that you can go through some MAJOR storms and have EVERYTHING stripped from you till you are at the lowest you could ever imagine being in life and still after all of that you can still come out on top with a BEAUTIFUL smile with it! How? Well
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Warning: The following is not going to be pretty. It happens. The point to keep in mind is that everything tasted super yummy, so please don't be distracted by the failure of an empanada crust.Carry on.Start with one pound of lean ground beef. Saute it up. Get it nice and crispy. Mario Batali insists that ground meet is supposed to be well done, and I believe him.Chop up some red onions and green
