Download my 2008 photos onto DVD's and get them off my computer- Get a job
- Make a paycheck
- Start a savings
- Continue on my spring cleaning
- Make arrangements for my children's spring vacation
- Finish my latest book and move forward
- Get my paperwork complete for taxes
- Finish my resume
- Remind myself of how fabulous I am
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
10 Things on Your “To-Do” List
Monday, March 30, 2009
Whose on my MP3 Player???
- Twilight Score (I am addicted to everything Twilight)
- Daughtry (His voice rocks)
- Taylor Swift (She is a doll and I love all of her songs)
- Creed (God damn, why did they break up???)
- Evanescence (Amy sings like an Angel)
- Dave Grohl (He's the man!)
- Pearl Jam (Ten is my favorite album)
- Fuel (Love raunchy, gruff dude voices!)
- Gretchen Wilson (Hello!)
- Coldplay (Everyone needs a song or two)
- Dave Matthews (It's Dave!!! )
What's on yours????
Music Monday - Going Under
Sometimes you just feel like you are going under!!!!
The Simple Women's Daybook - March 30th
For Today...
Outside my window... Cold, cold, cold! Spots of sunshine but mostly cloudy.
I am thinking... That I need to call my last job to get my employment dates.
From the learning rooms... Loving yourself is so important to good mental health.
I am thankful for...Spending time with my girlfriends at a baby shower this weekend.
From the kitchen... Not much! Not hungry.
I am wearing...Jeans, brown belt and peach yoga top.
I am reading... Twilight (again) and The Middle Place (look for my review coming up)
I am hoping... To find a job that challenges me, pays well, & works with my children's schedule.
I am creating... My updated resume.
I am hearing... My girlfriend talking about our kids summer schedule, my son play Wii and my daughter watching Frosty!
Around the house... Vacuuming needs to be done. Dining room and living room were cleaned today.
One of my favorite things...zoning out with a good book.
A few plans for the rest of the week... Getting my resume printed and moving on.
Here is a picture I would like to share with you...
Product Review - Sinupret for Kids Prize Package - 14 Winners
| Keeping our children healthy is one of the hardest jobs we have as parents. I hate giving my children medicine. Will it help them? Is this what they need? Is it safe? With constant product recalls, the fear escalates. Now we use Sinupret. Sinupret is blend of natural ingredients that can help your child's immune system to fight against sinus and respiratory issues. This is a safe alternative to otherwise chemically charged medications that could make your child feel sicker before they are better because of caffeine, stimulants, ephedra or pseudoephedrine and other additives in most medications. For more information on Sinupret, head over here or below where I have included information from their website. | | | |
Support for Healthy Sinus and Respiratory Function*
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- Supports the upper respiratory system.*
- Promotes healthy nasal passages.*
- Strengthens the immune system.*
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- Does not contain stimulants, caffeine, ephedra or pseudoephedrine.
- Sinupret has no history of dangerous side effects
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Renowned Pharmacist, Internist, Medical Doctor
Now for the Giveaway Details:
I am so pleased to make this announcement: One of my Favorite PR contacts has contacted me to offer 14 samples of Sinupret to my readers.
Prize Description: 14 lucky readers will the following:
A copy of Dr. Bob Sears bestselling book The Healthiest Kids in the Neighborhood
A sample of Sinupret
Yellow children's binoculars
Sinupret for Kids Activity Books
Sinupret for Kids Stickers
Mini Plush Bear
Deadline: April 11, 2009 by Midnight
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Sunday, March 29, 2009
Product Review & Giveaway- Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometer
This week I received a Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometer. March has been an extremely bad month for all kinds of colds in my house. We had ear infections, throat infections, colds, coughs, and fevers ranging from 99.9 - 103.
Exergen Temporal Thermometer takes an accurate temperature with a gentle swipe of the forehead.
- Take off the protective cap.
- Put the thermometer in the center of the forehead.
- Push down the grey, scan button
- Drag the thermometer across the forehead until you reach the hair line.
- Read the temperature on the LCD screen.
- DONE!
No more beeping in a sleeping child's ear with an ear thermometer.
How does it work? The temporal artery is directly connected to the carotid artery (the artery leading to the heart).
In A Nutshell: For a price of $29.99 - $34.92 you can't go wrong. For a totally non-invasive way to get an accurate temperature without complaints. Who could ask for more. In fact, my children were actually begging me to take their temperature. You've got to love that!
To find out where you can get one of your own go here.
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: One lucky reader will receive their own Exergen Temporal Thermometer.
How to Enter: Simple, just leave me a comment, any old comment. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: April 10, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
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Saturday, March 28, 2009
Amateur Movie Review - The History Channel - The Great Depression
Take an in-depth look at the decade that defined a generation, from the stock market crash of 1929 to the recovery spurred by the coming of WWII, Americans came to grips with this disaster in THE GREAT DEPRESSION, a four-part series from HISTORY. - THE GREAT SHAKE UP: Examine the changes that swept the shaken nation during the first year of the Great Depression, from the landslide victory of FDR in 1932, to the California migrations of Dust Bowl farmers.
- FACE THE MUSIC: Faced with hard times, Americans sought release wherever they could find it, from marathon dancing to going to the movies. Using extensive film clips and photos, this episode shows how the media came of age to become an integral part of daily life.
- STRIKING BACK: As the Depression lingered and the New Deal failed to live up to people’s expectations, some Americans fought back against a system they felt had betrayed them. Illuminating rare footage and revealing interviews relive the desperate acts of people who had been pushed too far by the crisis.
- DESPERATE MEASURES: Finally, after years of crisis, World War II approached and did what all the protests and recovery programs failed to do – end the Great Depression.
To order this DVD for $12.95, head over here.
Game Review - Trivia Pursuit for Wii
Trivia Pursuit is one of those games that can either make you feel really smart or really dumb. When I play with my husband and our friends S & S I feel like a complete idiot. When I play with anyone else, I feel somewhat good about myself.
EA Games is my favorite game company due to my huge obsession with The Sims, more than a couple of years ago.
Bringing Trivia Pursuit to the electronic, game age was necessary since we are all playing on home consoles. It makes total marketing sense to bring it to Wii.
There are three modes you can play:
- The classic pie wedge style for us old schoolers
- Facts and Friends where there is one pie wedge for each category. You can even steal pie wedges from your friends.
- And my personal favorite called Clear the Board. I like playing Trivia Pursuit alone after years of feeling inadequate. There is no one besides me that can do a victory lap. Hooray!!
The only thing missing from this game is that I can't play my friends unless they are in my house. Playing remote gamers, is for me, the biggest plus side of playing high tech rather than the classic board game.
In A Nutshell: I LOVE IT!!!! This is a great addition to your Wii Game collection. The virtual game pieces floating around are fun. The questions, although they are the classic 6 categories, use photos, multiple choice and interactive maps which really add to the appeal of electronic gaming. Buy it, you'll love it!
My 1,115 Post - Saturday 9
The host of the famous Bravo series, actor, professor and host James Lipton asks actors these 9 questions (among many others). Today we will ask you those questions!
1. What is your favorite word? LOVE!
2. What is your least favorite word? Stupid, hate
3. What turns you on, creatively, spiritually, or emotionally? Someone who stands by their convictions and stays true to themselves.
4. What turns you off? Close minded people
5. What is your favorite curse word? FUCK!
6. What sound or noise do you love? My kids saying I love you
7. What sound or noise do you hate? Horns beeping and kids screaming
8. What profession other than yours would you like to attempt? I want to be a photographer for Playgirl!
9. If heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates? You were everything I intended you to be.
Amateur Book Review - Emergency by Neil Strauss-Giveaway
I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of Neil Strauss' Emergency from Harper Collins. I was really interested in diving into this book for so many reasons. I needed a diversion and this is one crazy world we live in and protecting my family is something I think about all the time since 9/11.
We have all heard of Survival of the Fittest but how about Survival of the Most Prepared. Neil takes us on a sometime radical journey of surviving the trials and tribulations of America.
One of my favorite quotes from the book is "I'd rather be a running wimp than a dead hero." Nothing wrong with that. Hiding out sounds like a good thing if you are prepared and you can keep your cool.
While I think this book is mostly tongue in cheek, there were quite a few interesting tidbits that could change the way you view life as we currently live it.
You have to love the titles of some of the chapters too:
I personally loved the chapter called Five Steps to Tax Free and How to Become Immortal in One Easy Step.
In A Nutshell: Very interesting, quick read, entertaining and thought provoking. Word of Caution: This book will NOT save your life! It is not big enough or thick enough to take a bullet for you. However, if you need kindling you will be able to start a nice big fire with it.
Join Emergency on Facebook, take the Survival quiz and see if you could survive a disaster.
What can you do when it all hits the fan?
You can learn to be self-sufficient and survive without the system.
**I've started to look at the world through apocalypse eyes.** So begins Neil Strauss' harrowing new book.
After the last few years of violence and terror, of ethnic and religious hatred, of tsunamis and hurricanes–and now of world financial meltdown–Strauss, like most of his generation, came to the sobering realization that, even in America, anything can happen. But rather than watch helplessly, he decided to do something about it. And so he spent three years traveling through a country that's lost its sense of safety, equipping himself with the tools necessary to save himself and his loved ones from an uncertain future.
It's one man's story of a dangerous world–and how to stay alive in it.
Before the next disaster strikes, you're going to want to read this book. And you'll want to do everything it suggests. Because tomorrow doesn't come with a guarantee...
BTW...Did you know you can turn a cigarette into a knife?
Thanks to my Harper Collins Connection I have 1 copy of Neil Strauss' Emergency to give away.
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: One lucky reader will receive a copy of Emergency (This book will save your life) by Neil Strauss a New York Times Bestselling Author.
How to Enter: Tell me why you want to read this book. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: April 8, 2009 by Midnight
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We have all heard of Survival of the Fittest but how about Survival of the Most Prepared. Neil takes us on a sometime radical journey of surviving the trials and tribulations of America.
One of my favorite quotes from the book is "I'd rather be a running wimp than a dead hero." Nothing wrong with that. Hiding out sounds like a good thing if you are prepared and you can keep your cool.
While I think this book is mostly tongue in cheek, there were quite a few interesting tidbits that could change the way you view life as we currently live it.
You have to love the titles of some of the chapters too:
- Why knocking up a Brazilian Women can save your life
- Why you should think of the Zoo as a restaurant
- The Britney Spears school of pregnant surfing
Inside Emergency, you’ll discover…
- How to Protect Yourself From Inflation, Hackers, and Celine Dion
- Why Knocking Up a Brazilian Woman Can Save Your Life
- Life-Saving Properties of Toilet Tanks
- Surviving Snipers, Dirty Bombs, and Salad Bars
- The Gone With the Wind Guide to Asset Protection
- How to Become Immortal
- Why You Should Think of the Zoo as a Restaurant
- Proper Care and Handling of Hawaiian Tropic Girls
- How to Pick a Lock with a Beer Can
- Where to Swim Across the Border
- Mental Health Guidelines For Air Travelers
- Secrets of Escaped Felons; Birth Control Tips from Billionaires
- Birthday Clowns to Avoid
- Five Steps to a Tax-Free Life
- The Art of Disappearing
- Tips on Death Cult Etiquette
- A Ninja's Guide to Bringing Weapons on Airplanes
- How to Turn Your Credit Card Into a Knife
- Your Odds of Dying Horribly And much, much more…
I personally loved the chapter called Five Steps to Tax Free and How to Become Immortal in One Easy Step.
In A Nutshell: Very interesting, quick read, entertaining and thought provoking. Word of Caution: This book will NOT save your life! It is not big enough or thick enough to take a bullet for you. However, if you need kindling you will be able to start a nice big fire with it.
Join Emergency on Facebook, take the Survival quiz and see if you could survive a disaster.
Book Description
Terrorist attacks. Natural disasters. Domestic crackdowns. Economic collapse. Riots. Wars. Disease. Starvation. What can you do when it all hits the fan?
You can learn to be self-sufficient and survive without the system.
**I've started to look at the world through apocalypse eyes.** So begins Neil Strauss' harrowing new book.
After the last few years of violence and terror, of ethnic and religious hatred, of tsunamis and hurricanes–and now of world financial meltdown–Strauss, like most of his generation, came to the sobering realization that, even in America, anything can happen. But rather than watch helplessly, he decided to do something about it. And so he spent three years traveling through a country that's lost its sense of safety, equipping himself with the tools necessary to save himself and his loved ones from an uncertain future.
It's one man's story of a dangerous world–and how to stay alive in it.
Before the next disaster strikes, you're going to want to read this book. And you'll want to do everything it suggests. Because tomorrow doesn't come with a guarantee...
BTW...Did you know you can turn a cigarette into a knife?
Thanks to my Harper Collins Connection I have 1 copy of Neil Strauss' Emergency to give away.
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: One lucky reader will receive a copy of Emergency (This book will save your life) by Neil Strauss a New York Times Bestselling Author.
How to Enter: Tell me why you want to read this book. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: April 8, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
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A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Amateur Movie Review - The History Channel-The Founding of America
The inspiring early days of America – the personalities, the battles, the bravery, the losses, and even the romance – spring to life in spellbinding detail in this sweeping 14-DVD set from A&E Home Video.
FOUNDING FATHERS and FOUNDING BROTHERS examine the relationships of the very human men who risked their fortunes and lives for independence. THE REVOLUTION recounts great battles, devastating losses, and miraculous victories. BEN FRANKLIN and BENEDICT ARNOLD: A QUESTION OF HONOR look at the critical roles played by both men--one a hero, the other a traitor--while WASHINGTON THE WARRIOR and THE CROSSING pay tribute to the soul-stirring leadership of our first president.
With performances by Kelsey Grammar, Aidan Quinn, and Jeff Daniels, rare archival material, and commentary by leading historians, THE FOUNDING OF AMERICA presents historical programming at its comprehensive best.
DVD Features “History in the Making: The Revolution”; Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes; Behind-the-Scenes "History in the Making"; “Declaration of Independence” episode of SAVE OUR HISTORY; “The Many Faces of Ben Franklin”; Timeline; Anecdotes; Quotes; List of Innovations and Inventions; Benedict Arnold: Triumph and Treason (50-minute Biography episode); Cast Biographies/Filmographies.
For a breakdown of information on each of the 14 DVDs head over here.
In A Nutshell: Great documentary on the history of America. Like a years worth of History Lessons in 1 DVD set. There are over 27 hours with of documentary here for only $69.98. A real great gift for the history buff. The case is a beautiful addition to your library too. There are some great recreations with actors Jeff Daniels, Aiden Quinn, and Kelsey Grammer done really, very well. Enjoyable watch, with a current feel to American history.
Giveaways Around the Web
- Yoplait Kids Summer Fun Giveaway-April 9
- Adorable Hand-MadeJournal-April 7th
- Spring/Easter Gift Tags-April 4
- AiryFairy Ring or Earring Giveaway/April 5
- Friends Forever Girls Giveaway - April 6
- One Of A Kind Necklace-April 2
Essence of Twilight Giveaway over at Book Room Reviews. Do you want to smell like Twilight? I do!
Stop by Ohana Mama and enter to win a Boon Trio Animal Bag. We so need two of these.
How cute are these Kimochis over at The Funky Monkey? Enter here to win.
Head over to the Dirty Shirt to enter the Fiber Friend Face Off.
Thursday Thunks on Friday
This week we will answer some crazy questions brought to you by THE THURSDAY THUNKERS, the color brown and the number 1.
1. What is your favorite type of soda (if you drink soda)? I don't drink Soda but I love Dr. Pepper. It has been a few years since I had a taste though.
2. Do you believe in astrology? If so, what does your sign say about you? I think there is something there but I don't put as much thought into it as I used to. I am a Leo. The Zodiac says:
The Leo type is the most dominant, spontaneously creative and extrovert of all the zodiacal characters. In grandeur of manner, splendor of bearing and magnanimity of personality, they are the monarch's among humans as the lion is king of beasts. They are ambitious, courageous, dominant, strong willed, positive, independent, self-confident there is no such a word as doubt in their vocabularies, and they are self-controlled. Born leaders, either in support of, or in revolt against, the status quo. They are at their most effective when in a position of command, their personal magnetism and innate courtesy of mind bringing out the best of loyalty from subordinates. They are uncomplicated, knowing exactly what they want and using all their energies, creativeness and resolution to get it, as well as being certain that they will get whatever they are after. Their followers know where they are with Leonians. Leonians think and act bigger than others would normally dare; the ambitiousness of their schemes and idealism sometimes daunt their followers, their practical hardheadedness and ability to go straight to the heart of any problem reassures those who depend on them. If Leonians meet with setbacks they thrive on the adversity.
On the whole they are powers for good, for they are strongly idealistic, humane, and beneficent. They have powerful intelligence and are of a broad philosophical, sometimes religious, turn of mind. Those who are devout may become very obstinate in upholding traditional beliefs and will cling tenaciously, but with complete sincerity, to practices and doctrines which liberal thinkers regard as absurdly out-of-date. These will be found as the 'lions' of industries, and in the forefront of the cutting edge of technologies.
3. Who is John Galt? A man?!
4. What is the last thing you do before you go to sleep at night? Kiss my husband
5. Who's your Daddy? A man, I think.
6. Jelly beans or Jelly Bellies? Neither
7. What do you think about yellow car? Why car manufacturer actually made yellow cars? Whatever floats your boat!
8. Holding on or Letting go? Holding on but if I have to let go, I will.
9. What kind of underwear, if any, do you wear? I only wear thongs. I hate underwear.
10. Who is your daddy and what does he do? A man who does nothing.
11. Spring - is it here yet?? It is getting here.
12. Does Google Streetview scare you? Nope!
13. What is your favorite brand of ice cream? Haagen
14. What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? Coffee
15. Do you ever get tired of your everyday routine? Yes, daily
16. What inspires you? My kids, books, photography, the weather, everything.
17. It’s springtime-do you spend more time outdoors? Oh yes....
18. When do you think Bud will let us see the DVD of him and the french twins? Is there a DVD?
19. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you, and why? I would live where I am right now. Why not?
20. Why do you blog? So many reasons; to keep up my computer skills, to network, to be creative, to leave a legacy for my kids, to write, to keep myself sane. Imagine taking care of kids, watching TV, doing house cleaning and laundry all day. Then imagine you never have time to yourself to just be with your own thoughts for 10 minutes! It would make you pretty crazy. Blogging allows me an escape for 2 seconds.
21. What are electrolytes and why are they good for us? Electrolyte is a "medical/scientific" term for salts, specifically ions. Electrolytes are important because they are what your cells (especially nerve, heart, muscle) use to maintain voltages across their cell membranes and to carry electrical impulses (nerve impulses, muscle contractions) across themselves and to other cells. Your kidneys work to keep the electrolyte concentrations in your blood constant despite changes in your body. Duh, everyone knows that.
22. Do you twitter? Why or why not? Yes. I Twitter because it is what Bloggers do.
23. What did you dream last night? I never dream, you have to enter REM sleep to dream.
24. What is the strangest thing you've eaten? I don't eat strange things.
25. What was the last picture that you took? It was my kids playing soccer with their father.
26. what is your favorite part of spring? The sunny, breezy feeling.
27. what is one thing that you did this past week that no one knows about? I watched Twilight 4 times this week. 2 times in 1 night.
28. What kind of bandages do you typically have in your household? Band-Aid brand
Friday Memes
1. "In a hole in the ground there lived a bunny named Hopper. Hopper loved to sit and watch the children playing in the school yard. Secretly Hopper wanted to be human but he would never admit that to his bunny friends.
2. "I have a few grays but that ain't no matter."
3. "After dark the rain began to fall again, and the creeps come out at night."
4. "The brooch she wore upon her breast were from the hold of the Spanish galleon."
5. "There was a hand in the darkness, and a scream escaped her throat as the realization seeped in.
6. "Accidents ambush the unsuspecting, tourists.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to ummm...errr...watching Twilight for the fifth time. Tomorrow my plans include just trying to catch up on a million and one errands and Sunday, I want to hang with my girlfriends at a baby shower.
- To whom do you normally turn when you need to complain about something? I have an amazing group of girlfriends. All of them have a unique purpose. I usually turn to my girlfriend Teresa or Susan. They are the ones who aren't afraid to speak their mind or worried about offending me.
- Which annual season-turning do you enjoy the most? I love summer to fall. The colors of Fall amaze me.
- Where can you get a really good turnover? I don't really love turnovers. It isn't something I would look for but Entemann's has good ones.
- What’s employee turnover like where you work? Unfortunately, were I work, I am the only employee. The pay really sucks, the hours are even worse.
- One of the Wonder Twins could turn into any form of water, while the other could turn into any animal. Which of these powers would be more useful to you? I would prefer being an animal! A bird who can take flight, soar above the trees and return home with the swoop of a wing sounds great.
Food 4 Thought Friday
Food 4 Thought Friday ~ This week's questions
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Breakfast
What is the last thing you ordered on-line? I pre-ordered my obsession: Twilight DVDLunch
What is your favorite dessert at a restaurant? Something with melted chocolate
Dinner
What is the funnest game you have played recently? Trivia Pursuit for Wii
What is the funnest game you have played recently? Trivia Pursuit for Wii
Midnight Snack
What job(s) did you have while in high school/college? When I was in college I worked at Kmart. "Attention K-Mart Shoppers, there is a blue light special in the Ladies Wear Department." Yup, that was me.
What job(s) did you have while in high school/college? When I was in college I worked at Kmart. "Attention K-Mart Shoppers, there is a blue light special in the Ladies Wear Department." Yup, that was me.
Recipe of the Week (instead of your recipe for life what is it just for the week?) Obsessing over a fictional character is weird but it is short lived so enjoy it while it's there. "Ummm errrrr...can you say Edward Cullen????
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Could You Use A Million Dollars?
Who couldn't??????- Maybe you have your grandma's cookbook
- A picnic staple that your family and friends rave about
- Do you bake a mean cookie like no one else?
All it takes is one simple recipe idea to become a millionaire. It could be a new twist on a family favorite or a variation of a dish enjoyed at a restaurant. Maybe it’s a recipe inspired by leftovers in the refrigerator or the desire to try a new product. As you’re creating your original recipe, think like a judge, and consider not only taste, but appearance, creativity and how your recipe will appeal to families across America. You just may have a winner!
Review these guidelines and you’ll be ready to create a winning recipe:
Recipe categories: Determine which category is the best fit for your recipe.
Prizes: See what you could win! $1 million, appliances and more!
Eligible products: Learn which products to use to make your recipe eligible for the contest.
Who can enter? Make sure you qualify to enter.
How do I enter? Submit your recipe online – it’s easy!
Judging: Check out how the recipes will be evaluated.
Rules: See the contest details.
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Enter here by April 30, 2009
Last Years Winner
Look What I Found Thursday - 3rd Edition
My girlfriend Bek, sent me this link, while there, I found Lauren's Bite. She is witty, funny and write about her Twilight/Edward/Rob obsession. I couldn't stop reading. You can also check out some awesome pictures of Rob as Edward. My favorite part of her blog is "pocket Edward."
Join my Twilight Addicts Support Group
Calling all Twilight Addicts!!!!
Christmas is only 9 months away, join the Candy Cane Club and get organized, slowly!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Yoplait Summer Fun Giveaway
Thanks to MyBlogSpark I am able to participate in an awesomely fun giveaway. My kids were thrilled when they received this sweet package courtesy of Yoplait Kids.
Did you know research has shown that fewer than half of all kids ages two to 12 get the calcium they need each day? Calcium and Vitamin D are both essential nutrients for building strong bones. Though it can be challenging for growing kids to get Vitamin D, since it is found naturally in very few foods, Yoplait for Kids makes it a little easier to incorporate a delicious source of Vitamin D and Calcium in your child's diet.
Handsome and Goddess tried the Yoplait Kids Strawberry with Dora this time. All week we had two in our snack box for when we needed something between meals on the road. Two drinks and two straws are an easy, good for you snack that my kids really enjoyed. Their favorite characters on the drink are just icing on the cake.
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: Three winners will receive a prize pack like the one above.
How to Enter: Leave me a comment, telling me what type of activities they do as a family to stay healthy and active (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: April 8, 2009 by Midnight
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Twilight Support Group
Calling all Twilight Addicts!!!!
Do you have Twilightitis?
Twilightitis - Can't move past the saga; refuse to move onto another book;can't stop researching Twilight online; have already watched every You Tube video with Rob Pattinson; watched the DVD over 2 times.
I simply cannot get enough of Bella and Edward. There are a million books out there I am dying to read but nothing is grabbing me. I took 3 months to read Breaking Dawn because I refused to let go of the Cullen Family. Once I was done with book 4 I knew it was over.
I am praying that Stephanie Meyer finishes Midnight Sun because Edward's voice is missing from The Twilight Series almost making him a secondary character. I know she is busy with the movies and all but the series has already been written she just has to write from his prospective. It should be easy for her.
If you are a Twilight Addict like me; write me (ree026 at optonline.net) and lets see if together we can come up with a way to move past Twilight. What is the next great love story? What books are good that will take the place of my obsession?
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Birthday Calculator - I am 511 Months Old!
That sounds so young to me. I will no longer say I am 42, from now on I will only use the month calculation.
Enter you birthday to find out how many hour, seconds, or minutes you are.
There are 142 days till your next birthday
on which your cake will have 43 candles
As of 3/24/2009 3:52:19 PM EST
You are 42 years old.
You are 511 months old.
You are 2,224 weeks old.
You are 15,564 days old.
You are 373,551 hours old.
You are 22,413,112 minutes old.
You are 1,344,786,739 seconds old.
Enter you birthday to find out how many hour, seconds, or minutes you are.
There are 142 days till your next birthday
on which your cake will have 43 candles
As of 3/24/2009 3:52:19 PM EST
You are 42 years old.
You are 511 months old.
You are 2,224 weeks old.
You are 15,564 days old.
You are 373,551 hours old.
You are 22,413,112 minutes old.
You are 1,344,786,739 seconds old.
Do You Believe In Numerology?
- THE LIFE PATH NUMBER
- The Life Path is the sum of the birth date. This number represents who you are at birth and the native traits that you will carry with you through life. The most important number that will be discussed here is your Life Path number. The Life Path describes the nature of this journey through life.
The Life Path number is established from the date of birth. First, add the Month, day, and year together to arrive at a total. Next, reduce this four digit number to a single digit.
Example: If a person was born on October 23, 1972 (10-23-1972*), add the month 10 to the day 23 plus the the year 1972 arriving at a total of 2005. Then add the digits in 2005 arriving at the Life Path number 7.
Mine is 7
Life Path 7 person is a peaceful and affectionate soul. (This is very true, I am extremely affectionate.) But you guard your connection to people carefully. It's easy for you to detect deception and recognize insincere people, and you avoid them. (Like the plague) You aren't one to have a wide circle of friends, but once you accept someone as a friend, it's for life. (This is so true)It's as if you must get to know someone a lot better before you allow the wall surrounding you to be penetrated. Chances are you are a very charming and refined individual with great poise and a quick wit. (Never saw myself as poised and quick witted, but I will take it) Nonetheless, there is an exclusiveness about you. You probably aren't a very social person. Your reserve is often taken to be aloofness, but actually, it's not that at all. It is merely a cover up for your basic feeling of insecurity. (This couldn't be more true. I am so insecure). There's no rush, It takes time for you to warm up to new friends. Clubs and organizations hold little interest for you; you are not a joiner. (I wish I were).You actually like being alone and away from the hustle and bustle of modern life (Sometimes, but I do like people). In many ways, you would have fit in better in much earlier times when the pace of life was less hectic. You need a good deal of quiet time to be with your own inner thoughts and dreams (YES! That has never been more me than it is right now!). You dislike crowds, noise, distractions, and confusion. YES! YES! YES!
The overwhelming strength of the number 7 is reflected in the depth of thinking that is shown; you will garner knowledge from practically every source that you find. Intellectual, scientific, and studious, you don't accept a premise until you have dissected the subject and arrived at your own independent conclusion. This is actually very me.
Check out your number! Is it you?
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The Simple Woman's Daybook~March 23rd Edition
This was supposed to post yesterday, but I just found it sitting in my drafts. Hurmmmmppppff
For Today...
Outside my window... looks warm, but looks can be deceiving. It is friggin cold out there.
I am thinking... Twilight tonight baby!
From the learning rooms... I need to spend more time learning Photoshop
I am thankful for... A day off from school.
From the kitchen... My coffee smells awesome
I am wearing... black yoga pants and a purple t-shirt.
I am reading...Breaking Dawn for the 2nd time and Emergency by Neil Strauss
I am hoping... To get the kids down before 8:00 so I can watch Twilight
I am creating... a very cool network of business associates.
I am hearing... my kids fight over the TV
Around the house...started Spring cleaning. All ceiling fans are done!
One of my favorite things... reading all I can on Twilight
A few plans for the rest of the week...cleaning
Here is a picture I would like to share with you...
My babies are too cute together. He loves picking her up these days. Check out her hand-me-down boy underwear.
For Today...
Outside my window... looks warm, but looks can be deceiving. It is friggin cold out there.
I am thinking... Twilight tonight baby!
From the learning rooms... I need to spend more time learning Photoshop
I am thankful for... A day off from school.
From the kitchen... My coffee smells awesome
I am wearing... black yoga pants and a purple t-shirt.
I am reading...Breaking Dawn for the 2nd time and Emergency by Neil Strauss
I am hoping... To get the kids down before 8:00 so I can watch Twilight
I am creating... a very cool network of business associates.
I am hearing... my kids fight over the TV
Around the house...started Spring cleaning. All ceiling fans are done!
One of my favorite things... reading all I can on Twilight
A few plans for the rest of the week...cleaning
Here is a picture I would like to share with you...
My babies are too cute together. He loves picking her up these days. Check out her hand-me-down boy underwear.
Monday, March 23, 2009
It's Twilight Time - Don't look for me tonight!
The husband is working tonight, the kids are down...it's time for Twilight!
My DVD arrived today and I have been holding it ever since.
All day, I waited for this moment when I could sit down on the couch, with a comforter and watch it again!!!!
Yes, that is a 42 year old women kissing a DVD case. What? Like you never did that!
That is a happy lady right there!!!
My DVD arrived today and I have been holding it ever since.
All day, I waited for this moment when I could sit down on the couch, with a comforter and watch it again!!!!
Yes, that is a 42 year old women kissing a DVD case. What? Like you never did that!
That is a happy lady right there!!!
Music Monday - Happy Birthday Mr. President
Yesterday was my husband's birthday. It was a quiet day, he took the kids outside to kick the ball, I took some pictures of course. Then they invited me to go for a walk with them. It was nice! I love doing things like that with my family, we don't do it enough.
For my Music Monday, I chose Marilyn singing Happy Birthday. He is the president of his own company, and he takes care of us. Really is there a better version of Happy Birthday out there?????
Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.
For my Music Monday, I chose Marilyn singing Happy Birthday. He is the president of his own company, and he takes care of us. Really is there a better version of Happy Birthday out there?????
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Spring Has Sprung Giveaway-Adorable Journal
As I told you guys yesterday, to help me celebrate Spring I was enlisting the help of a few amazing women from the Etsy community.
Please allow me to introduce, Andrea of Nico Paper Goods.
Andrea, is one of those eclectic, interesting people who has a ton of creativity. I love that she is continuing an art, that is mostly being done by machines in a factory these days. Book-binding by hand takes a lot of work. She must really love what she does!
I am happy to report that Etsy is showcasing Nico Paper Goods today on their home page today.
Where did you learn book binding?
I learned to be a bookbinder in the old city of Zürich, Switzerland where I grew up.
After a traditional 4-year apprenticeship and several sojourns abroad, I ran my own business for 14 years. I trained several apprentices and for many years taught courses in my specialty at a school for continuing education. When I moved to Seattle in 1996 with my husband I was pregnant with my son Nico. That was the time when I started to think about children's items.
Bookbinding is a labor-intensive craft. I bind books entirely by hand, in both traditional and contemporary styles
These books are adorable. Where did the idea come from?
The idea of the little pencil books with recycled children's clothes came while we were on one of our trips in Europe sitting in a restaurant waiting for our meal realizing that we once again forgot both pencils and paper for Nico to draw with. I also had a hard time giving away those adorable shirts and pants he grew out of so fast.
Where do you get your inspiration?
Long walks in nature or on the beach in the North West inspire me and give me ideas for new projects. Traveling in different country's and city's I also find very enriching.
Andrea, doesn't only do books, she also makes these cute boxes.
Each one of her bound journals holds 50 pages of 41/4”x 6" white paper and are suitable for both drawing or writing. Thanks to its convenient size it will fit in your purse.Andrea, has been kind enough to offer the adorable journal below to one of my readers. Isn't it cute?
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: One lucky reader will win the very Springy, handmade, hand bound, journal above from Nico Paper Goods.
How to Enter: Visit Nico Paper Goods then come back and tell me about one of Andrea's other items. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: April 7, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
*Favorite Nico Paper Goods on Etsy
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
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A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
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