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Friend Makin’ Mondays:

15 Mar

When I first started blogging almost 2 years ago, I never thought I would make such strong friendships with people I would meet through blogging. That first summer I stumbled across a wonderful little get-together called Friend Makin’ Mondays. I joined in and after participating through the summer I got to know some wonderful people. Now I can’t imagine my life without those people in it. We also connected through FaceBook and I feel like I know them so well. Although we have not met in real life….yet.

Since I started hosting giveaways on Monday I have not been able to link up to FMM — but I really miss it. If you want to meet some really special, wonderful ladies, go over to Amber’s blog and join FMM. It is a fantastic way to meet new friends!!!

Today Amber is asking us to answer these questions:
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I am…. Enjoying my Monday so far. The kids are home from school and I feel like I am getting back on schedule.
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I think…. I am going to make homemade Mac & Cheese tonight. One of my kids’ faves.

I should… Go clean up my craft room.

I dream…. About having more time to get things done!!

I want…. The sun to melt all this snow away…

I know… I have wonderful friends. I am so blessed!

I don’t like…. Feeling like I have too much to do.
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I smell… Popcorn. My kids love to make it after school for a snack.

I hear…. The sound of my kids playing with their friends. It makes me so happy.

I fear…. About so many things. Mostly that my children will be okay.
http://www.suchthings.ca/.a/6a00e551a58202883401156f0d36f3970c-500wi
I search… Everywhere for those darn mismatched socks. Where do they go in the wash??

I miss…. My dad. It has almost been five years since he passed away. It seems like just yesterday that he was here…

I always… Miss my husband when he is gone. Right now he is in London and it’s so wild that it is bed time there while the sun is out here…

I crave…. Chips and salsa. Sounds so good right about now…

I remember… All the fun time we had on our trip last week. I am so glad we were able to get away together.

I need….. To get to bed earlier. Five hours of sleep is not enough…

I forget…. How fast the kids grow up. I was looking at pictures of Ella and now she is so tall!

I feel…. Really happy today. I got so much accomplished and I feel like this week is going to be great!

I can…. Make every moment count right now…

I can’t…. Waste my time worrying about things I can’t change.

I am happy…. To be with my kids and that they are healthy and happy.

I sing…. Nooooo, I’m not a singer…
http://wakingupto.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/vampireweekend.jpg
I listen… I am loving Vampire Weekend
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I shop….. I am hoping that Target gets some cute sandals in for Spring.
https://i0.wp.com/www.mommyniri.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Choc-Indulgence-6-Pack.jpg
I eat…. I bought some more of those Jello Pudding Mousse cups. Yummy! I am thinking about how good it will taste when I eat it tonight…

I love….. FMM and checking in with friends! Go over to Amber’s to join in the fun!!!
And, if you would like a chance to win a $75 gift certificate for beautiful jewelry, click HERE.
Happy Monday!!!
XOXO 

Friend Makin’ Mondays:

15 Mar

When I first started blogging almost 2 years ago, I never thought I would make such strong friendships with people I would meet through blogging. That first summer I stumbled across a wonderful little get-together called Friend Makin’ Mondays. I joined in and after participating through the summer I got to know some wonderful people. Now I can’t imagine my life without those people in it. We also connected through FaceBook and I feel like I know them so well. Although we have not met in real life….yet.

Since I started hosting giveaways on Monday I have not been able to link up to FMM — but I really miss it. If you want to meet some really special, wonderful ladies, go over to Amber’s blog and join FMM. It is a fantastic way to meet new friends!!!

Today Amber is asking us to answer these questions:
***

I am…. Enjoying my Monday so far. The kids are home from school and I feel like I am getting back on schedule.
https://i0.wp.com/famous4recipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/maccheese.jpg
I think…. I am going to make homemade Mac & Cheese tonight. One of my kids’ faves.

I should… Go clean up my craft room.

I dream…. About having more time to get things done!!

I want…. The sun to melt all this snow away…

I know… I have wonderful friends. I am so blessed!

I don’t like…. Feeling like I have too much to do.
https://i0.wp.com/gamingbolt.com/wp-content/uploads/popcorn.jpg
I smell… Popcorn. My kids love to make it after school for a snack.

I hear…. The sound of my kids playing with their friends. It makes me so happy.

I fear…. About so many things. Mostly that my children will be okay.
http://www.suchthings.ca/.a/6a00e551a58202883401156f0d36f3970c-500wi
I search… Everywhere for those darn mismatched socks. Where do they go in the wash??

I miss…. My dad. It has almost been five years since he passed away. It seems like just yesterday that he was here…

I always… Miss my husband when he is gone. Right now he is in London and it’s so wild that it is bed time there while the sun is out here…

I crave…. Chips and salsa. Sounds so good right about now…

I remember… All the fun time we had on our trip last week. I am so glad we were able to get away together.

I need….. To get to bed earlier. Five hours of sleep is not enough…

I forget…. How fast the kids grow up. I was looking at pictures of Ella and now she is so tall!

I feel…. Really happy today. I got so much accomplished and I feel like this week is going to be great!

I can…. Make every moment count right now…

I can’t…. Waste my time worrying about things I can’t change.

I am happy…. To be with my kids and that they are healthy and happy.

I sing…. Nooooo, I’m not a singer…
http://wakingupto.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/vampireweekend.jpg
I listen… I am loving Vampire Weekend
https://i0.wp.com/ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41itc9RwurL._AA260_.jpg
I shop….. I am hoping that Target gets some cute sandals in for Spring.
https://i0.wp.com/www.mommyniri.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Choc-Indulgence-6-Pack.jpg
I eat…. I bought some more of those Jello Pudding Mousse cups. Yummy! I am thinking about how good it will taste when I eat it tonight…

I love….. FMM and checking in with friends! Go over to Amber’s to join in the fun!!!
And, if you would like a chance to win a $75 gift certificate for beautiful jewelry, click HERE.
Happy Monday!!!
XOXO 

Favorite Thing Wednesday: Neighborhood Moms PJ/Movie Party!

9 Sep

Whew, yesterday was a busy day! I did my usual things, but also got ready to help throw a neighborhood mom’s night out: movie/PJ party! We had the event in one of my neighbor’s gorgeous yard. We had a candy buffet and a popcorn bar.

I made these tissue paper flower that hung in the trees.Cupcakes!
My father-in-law set up the projector for us – what a nice guy!We had a PJ fashion show!
At the end of the night, we sat around her cozy fire pit and gave out prizes for the best PJs!
I found a wonderful site — Eat Drink Chic — that had free, downloadable lables. Aren’t they cute?It was a very fun night. A great way to celebrate the start of school!

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Have a Wonderful Wednesday!
XOXO

Favorite Thing Wednesday: new vinyl!

2 Sep


Two posts in one day? Craaaazy!



I just love vinyl lettering. I love that it adds so much personality, yet is easy to remove if you get tired of it. I ordered a couple of new things for my home and just love them! If you are looking for cute vinyl, check out Janey macpress’s etsy shop! She is fast and very nice!

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Some other vinyl that I love on etsy:

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Have a wonderful Wednesday!
XOXO

Favorite Thing Wednesdays: dreamy window displays

5 May

What inspires you creatively? For me it can be a glossy magazine spread, my family, an HGTV show, or especially the beauty of nature. One company that really has inspirational, creative ideas is Anthropologie. I love their dreamy window displays.

{made out of paper}

{yarn}
{display using honey bears}




{images via flickr}

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And speaking of dreams, remember the outfit that I mentioned in the Friend Makin’ Monday: a girl can dream??

Well, I was in Anthropologie a few weeks ago dreaming, and I found THE SHOES in a clearance section. Regularly $170, mine for $29.00!I hope you have an inspired day!
XOXO