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Wordless Wednesday

2010-07-07T11:13:00.002-04:00

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Aloha Friday

2010-07-01T20:59:00.002-04:00

Aloha Friday #5

Welcome to Aloha Friday! In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.

If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link here. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

My Question: Are you a stay-at-home mom or a work-outside-of-home mom? Do you like it?

I've been a stay at home mom for 7 yrs. and I would say it has it's ups and downs! It's not easy, as many people think, yes, it's rewarding..and I will not change it, I'm also thankful that I can be a sahm.

Winner of the Kool Stuff 4 Kids Perler Beads

2010-07-01T20:48:00.004-04:00

We have a Winner!!

10 Sandy S. said...

I follow you by e-mail
sandy@suddenlysandy.com
#2

JUNE 19, 2010 10:04 AM

Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-29T22:14:00.002-04:00

I just love this! For more WW got to wordless wednesday and 5 min for mom

Check out my Giveaways while you're here!

Weight Loss Wednesday

2010-06-29T21:50:00.004-04:00

Weight Loss Wednesday #2

This is my 3rd week, I've doing pretty good...except yesterday I had a chocolate bar, but it's okay to have some here and there, you can't just zero it out forever, or it'll come the day where you will just say forget this and then stuff yourself with "unnecessary calories."

The body bug has helped me a lot, in tracking down what I'm eating, and the amazing thing is that at the end of the day, I still have calories left!

My clothes are feeling a bit loose :-) and that is something everyone loves! I am eating small meals about 5 to 6 small meals a day, every 3 to 4 hrs. and that has also helped in losing weight.

Continuing my journey! Till next week :-)

all Free Clear Detergent and How to Have Your Second Child First Book

2010-06-29T15:34:00.005-04:00

all Free Clear Detergent and How to Have Your Second Child First Book

all® Free Clear is the number one free clear detergent and is pediatrician and dermatologist recommended for sensitive skin. It is free of perfumes and clear of dyes, and gently lifts away tough baby stains. Importantly for new moms on a budget, all® Free Clear costs fifty percent less than Dreft®!

all Free Clear is Pure, Concentrated Cleaning Power without dyes or perfumes.

I've used other all products, so I knew this detergent will be up there with the others, it leaves clothes clean and feeling fresh.

I wish this book was around when I was pregnant with my first baby, what a great educational book for a first time and second time parent to be!

~Win It ~ Mom Select and all teamed up to provide mom's this great giveaway!

One sahmommy blog reader will win 2 coupons for all Free Clear Detergent and a copy of How to Have Your Second Child First.

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Good Luck!!

Aloha Friday

2010-06-24T20:57:00.004-04:00

Aloha Friday #4

If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link here. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

My Question: Do you have any pet-peeves? If so, name two.

I do have a few.. texting while driving and people who can't park their car right and take up more than one space.

Weight Loss Wednesday

2010-06-23T22:58:00.003-04:00

I've been on my weight loss journey for 2 weeks now, I've lost 6.5 lbs which is really good, and I'm proud of myself!

I am following the Biggest Loser "diet" I finally got my bodybug, which is really great, I've been logging in everything I eat.. I've been moving around more and walking and that has helped.

We went out to eat today at Souplantation which is a salad and soup place (very good) and I ate a bit more than what I should..I am so full, I got home and took some alka-seltzer.

I like to exercise, my gym membership expired a couple of months ago, I can't join for now..so I'm walking and doing what I can at home.

This is really important for me, I'm tired of feeling this way, and I'm working really hard for this!

Till next Wednesday!

Great Family Sites and Book

2010-06-22T10:28:00.003-04:00

Just wanted to recommend a great family site, where you can get advice on parenting, marriage, families, faith, kids, etc. Focus on the Family and Thriving Family

I also began to read "Bringing up Girls" by Dr. James Dobson, it looks to be a great book!

this book will equip parents to face the challenges of raising your daughters to become healthy, happy, and successful women who overcome challenges specific to girls and women today and who ultimately excel in life.

Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-22T10:16:00.006-04:00

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Vapur Anti-Bottle Giveaway

2010-06-21T22:00:00.004-04:00

Vapur is the foldable, reusable water bottle designed to go anywhere. Unlike rigid bottles, Vapur can be rolled, folded or flattened when empty – easily fitting into pockets, purses, packs or briefcases. The highly-durable bottle is freezable, dishwasher safe and BPA-free, which means it can be safely reused again and again.

I always carry a bottle water with me, I've been using the vapur bottle and it's easy to use, carry around, I love that I can hang it outside of a backpack or purse. I have a lot of water bottles that I have bought in the past, and this one, is the most comfortable one I've found!

Features of vapur water bottle:

Capacity: 16 oz (473 ml)

Ultra-durable BPA-Free polymer

Stands when full - rolls, folds or flattens when empty

Carabiner attached for easy carry

Writable text area for personalization

Dishwasher safe (top rack)

Freeze it, use it as an ice pack, and drink it as it thaws.

You can purchase the vapur water bottle for $8.95 in pink, purple, green, blue and black.

~ Win It ~

Vapur is giving away a pink water bottle to one of my readers!

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This giveaway is open to US residents only and will end on July 5th @ 11pm EST.

Winner will be chosen by random.org and will be notified by email, and have 48 hrs. to respond.

Good Luck!!

Toy Story 3

2010-06-21T21:13:00.004-04:00

I saw Toy Story 3 this weekend, took my 6 yr. old daughter and she loved it.. what a great movie!

The story was really good, I will be honest..it made me cry...but it has a great message for kids.

The characters are so funny, Ken and Barbie are just hilarious! Mr. and Mrs. potato head get 2 thumbs up!

If you haven't seen Toy Story 3 make plans and take your kids, you won't regret it and it's worth it.

Sam's Club is selling Buzz (toy) just like in the movie..also Jessi and her horse for $50 which I thought was a little high, but they did look great!

Update and Boogie Wipes Winner

2010-06-21T20:50:00.005-04:00

Sorry for being MIA this past week.. I was sick with a stomach flu..it was bad..I was really weak for a week.. I'm feeling much better!

Here's the Boogie Wipes Winner!

10 Jenny said...

I LIKED them on FB!

jennspeaks(@)gmail.com

JUNE 4, 2010 10:30 AM

Aloha Friday

2010-06-10T22:02:00.003-04:00

Aloha Friday #3

If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link here. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

My Question: What was the last movie you saw at a movie theatre, and did you like it?

The last movie I saw was "The Prince of Persia" and I loved it! It was an action-adventure packed movie!

We have a winner for the Sand Gone Giveaway!

2010-06-10T16:43:00.004-04:00

We have a winner for the Sand Gone giveaway!

LB said... 16

like sand gone on facebook
petrellinyc-blog at yahoo dot com

JUNE 7, 2010 8:57 PM The winner has been contacted by email.

Kool Stuff 4 Kids Perler Beads Review and Giveaway

2010-06-09T10:14:00.001-04:00

Kool Stuff 4 Kids Perler Beads Review and Giveaway

Do you know what Perler Beads are? If you don't let me tell you what you're missing!

Perler Beads are colored beads that are placed on reusable pegboards in any pattern or design.

Kool Stuff 4 Kids have so many patterns for kids to spend hours creating frames, ornaments, etc. Here's how this works:

1.Colored beads are placed on reusable pegboards in any pattern or design.

2.The design is ironed for 10 seconds using special ironing paper and an iron set on medium heat to fuse the beads together.

3.When the design is cool, peel the ironing paper off and lift the design from the pegboard.

4.The design can be flipped over and ironed on the opposite side to fuse the beads evenly.

I have also enjoyed the perler beads! after my kids have gone to sleep, it's really relaxing, hours go by so quickly.

You can find the perler beads at some stores, but Kool Stuff 4 Kids have them at a much lower price, and have such a big variety!

They have beads in every color, mixed colors, glow in the dark beads, they also have starter kits and bigger beads for smaller fingers!

This is such a great way for your kids to spend time expanding their imaginations!

~Win It~ Kool Stuff 4 Kids is giving away~

1 jar with 11,000 perler beads

1 square pegboard

1 round pegboard

~Mandatory Entry~ This must be done before any of the extra entries! (Please leave your email address with every comment)

Go to Kool Stuff 4 Kids, look around and leave me a comment on what item/s you like the most.

~Extra Entries~

~ Sign up with Kool Stuff 4 Kids by email (left hand side towards the bottom of page)

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~ Add this giveaway to your blog with a link back to this post~ 4 entries

This giveaway is open to US and Canada residents, and will end on June 30th @ 11pm EST.

Winner will be chosen by random.org and will be notified by email and have 48hrs. to respond.

Good Luck!!

This Giveaway is now closed!

Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-09T09:34:00.004-04:00

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Boogie Wipes Review/Giveaway

2010-06-02T12:25:00.003-04:00

Boogie Wipes Review and Giveaway

I don't know if you're like me and other mom's that just can't stand stand the sight of boogies on your kids face! Then you grab a baby wipe or a tissue and your child hates it and runs away!

Plus, you don't really get rid of boogies!

I tried the Boogie Wipes and just love them...first they are:

Made with natural saline
Hypoallergenic
Alcohol Free
Moisturize with Vitamin E, Aloe and Chamomile
Fun scents kids love
Gentle enough for all ages
Phthalate and Paraben Free

They come in different scents! Fresh Scent, Great Grape Scent, Magic Menthol Scent, and Simply Unscented, they also come individually wrapped! You have to try the boogie wipes if you haven't already!

~ Buy It ~

You can buy Boogie Wipes here or at any retailers stores.

~Win It~

Boogie Wipes is giving away 2-packs 30-count boogie wipes to one of our readers!

~Mandatory Entry~ (Must be done before the extra entries)

Go here and join the boogie bunch.

~Extra Entries~ Please include your email address on each entry!

~ Follow sahmommy blog

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This Giveaway is open to US residents, and will end on June 16 @ 11pm EST.

Winner will be chosen by random.org and will be notified by email and have 48 hrs. to respond.

Good Luck!

This Giveaway is now Closed!

Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-02T08:59:00.003-04:00

Wordless Wednesday

vacation last yr. panama city beach, fl.

view from the 11th floor..pool and beach right there..

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Drop Dead Diva Screening Season Premiere

2010-05-27T21:31:00.012-04:00

Drop Dead Diva Season Premiere Screening

As I mentioned before in the other post that I was attending the screening of Drop Dead Diva's Season Premiere! Here's my review, but first a small introduction to Drop Dead Diva in case you're not familiar with this great show.

The one-hour, comedic drama tells the story of a shallow wannabe model who dies in a sudden accident only to find her soul resurfacing in the body of a brilliant, plus-size and recently deceased attorney, Jane.

In the first season of “Drop Dead Diva,” beautiful-but-vapid model wannabe Deb (Brooke D’Orsay) suddenly finds herself in front of heaven’s gatekeeper, Fred (Ben Feldman), following a fatal car crash. Outraged by her sudden demise, she attempts to persuade Fred to return her to her shallow existence but is accidentally relegated to the body of the recently deceased Jane Bingum (Brooke Elliott). An intelligent, thoughtful and plus-size attorney with a loyal assistant, Teri (Margaret Cho), Jane has always lived in the shadow of her colleagues, whereas Deb has always relied on her external beauty. By a twist of fate and a bolt of divine intervention, Deb must come to terms with inhabiting Jane’s curvier frame and learn to reconcile her beauty-queen ways with her brilliant new mind.

At the close of last season, Deb was ready to let go of her past and embrace her new life as Jane. But the unexpected arrival of Jane’s “secret” husband, Ethan (Devon Gummersall), at her doorstep left her with more questions than ever. To make matters worse, Jane may be disbarred after breaching client-attorney confidentiality when, against the firm’s advisement, she reported her client for fraud. Faced with a new love triangle and the uncertainty of her career, Jane must, once again, chart out a new future for herself. Season 2 Premieres June 6 at 9pm on Lifetime.

I arrived early, I got good seats, and I mean very good seats, half of the theatre was reserved, so the seats beside me were reserved, and guess who came and sat by me? The entire cast!

Right beside me was Brooke Elliott (Jane Bingum) She is so pretty! sitting next was Jackson Hurst (Grayson Kent) I can't remember who was next but the cast were:

Ben Feldman (Fred), April Bowlby (Stacy Barrett), Kate Levering (Kim Kaswell), Josh Stamberg (Parker)

I watched the season 2 premiere, and I have to say it was great! Judge Paula Abdul guest stars! I liked the season premiere, and cannot wait to watch this season.

Something amazing to me, was watching this show and looking to my right and seeing the cast! After the premiere ended the cast was interviewed by any one who wanted to ask a question.

They are really nice, down to earth people, happy to be doing this great show on Lifetime.

They said they are all great friends off-screen, and they hope Drop Dead Diva continues for many more seasons.

After the interviews, the cast was taken to the back, we were able to meet them and take pictures with them!

The Drop Dead Diva Cast (in back)

Front: other mom bloggers, Michelle (who made it possible for me to go..Thanks!)

Drop Dead Diva Cast

Front: Stacy, Kim, Jane, Fred, Parker

Back: Grayson

Brooke Elliott (Jane Bingum) and me!

Aloha Friday

2010-05-27T16:38:00.004-04:00

Aloha Friday #2

If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link here. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

If you were a "Lost Fan" did you like the ending? If not a Lost Fan, what is your favorite TV show?

I didn't like the ending, I'm still trying to figure it out, they're too many loose ends!!

Sand Gone Giveaway

2010-05-27T11:01:00.006-04:00

Sand Gone Giveaway

I love the beach, love listening to the waves, what I don't like much is the sand, and how sticky it gets once you get in the water, how about when you just want to lie on your towel or chair to get a little tan, and you have so much sand on your legs, arms it itches! And not to mention when you have kids.. my 6 year old hates the sand! she rather be in the pool..

You have to try Sand Gone! love the coconut smell, it reminds me of the beach, piña coloadas!

So, here's a great new beach product Sand Gone. This amazing dry powder that when applied to sandy parts of you body removes the sand leaving your skin soft and smooth. A must for beachgoers!

SAND GONE is not only non-toxic and non-talc, and easy to apply and use, but also smells good, feels good, is inexpensive and does a thorough, wonderful job each and every time. "It makes the ride home from the beach as clean and comfortable as the ride there." She adds, "I want my invention to become one of those must-haves at the beach or at any sandlot in the park. You will know to bring your sunblock and shades...but also your SAND GONE

You can also use this for Sandy Playgrounds, Beach, Backyard Sand Boxes.

~ Buy It~

You can buy Sand Gone here for $12 plus shipping.

~Win It~

Sand Gone is giving away this great beach bag it contains: 8oz Sand Gone, 2oz purse size, homemade coconut almond soap.

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~ Subscribe by email (right hand corner) to sahmommy blog.

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This giveaway is open to US and Canada Residents, and will end on June 10, 2010 at 11pm EST.

winners will be chosen by Random.org and will be notified by email, and have 48 hrs. to respond.

Good Luck!

This Giveaway is now closed!

We have 3 winners!

2010-05-27T09:54:00.005-04:00

We have 3 winners for the invisibelt giveaway!

These winners have been notified by email.

jsc123 said... 31

I am a fan of Invisibelt via Facebook as Jill Myrick #2. jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

Michelle S said... 56

Twitter follower & Tweeted. (@moneypincher)
http://twitter.com/moneypincher/status/14651540563

pumpkinette@earthlink.net

Dina said... 5

http://twitter.com/aitmama/status/14165417504

aitmama@gmail.com

Wordless Wednesday

2010-05-26T00:01:00.003-04:00

In Cozumel..Royal Caribbean

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God's Promises for Girls

2010-05-24T17:27:00.003-04:00

By Jack Countryman and Amy Parker

I had the opportunity to review this great book from Book Sneeze, it's an adorable little book, God's Promises for Girls. It is nicely illustrated with adorable pictures, it consists with verses for different issues that girls deal with.

In my opinion, this book is for girls ages 5 and up, I read it with my 6 yr. old daughter, she liked the book, but there were some things she didn't quite understand yet.

I have enjoyed this book, I think it's a great addition to any little girl's library.

This book has an easy way to help young girls see God's Promises, and on how they can rely on His love everyday. The promise verses in this book are selected from the best-selling International Children's Bible, to offer comfort and encouragement when a girl is feeling afraid, lonely, worried, tired, angry, dissatisfied, sad, rebellious, impatient, or sick...and when they need reassurance from God's protection, love, help...and that He listens when they pray. It's a great way to keep God's Word in their hearts.

Drop Dead Diva Screening

2010-05-21T11:46:00.004-04:00

I am going to the "Drop Dead Diva" screening! I'm so excited..the cast of the show will also be there! After I preview the screening I will write all about it!

If you're not familiar with Drop Dead Diva, it's the story of a shallow wannabe model who dies in a sudden accident only to find her soul resurfacing in the body of a brilliant, plus-size and recently deceased attorney, Jane. Premieres Sunday, June 6 at 9pm. Don't miss it!

At the close of last season, Deb was ready to let go of her past and embrace her new life as Jane. But the unexpected arrival of Jane’s “secret” husband, Ethan (Devon Gummersall), at her doorstep left her with more questions than ever. To make matters worse, Jane may be disbarred after breaching client-attorney confidentiality when, against the firm’s advisement, she reported her client for fraud. Faced with a new love triangle and the uncertainty of her career, Jane must, once again, chart out a new future for herself.

Aloha Friday

2010-05-21T01:54:00.004-04:00

Aloha Friday #1

If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link here. Don’t forget to visit the other participants! It’s a great way to make new blogging friends!

If you have "me time" what do you do?

For me, it's relaxing! watching TV, resting or sleeping!

Wordless Wednesday

2010-05-18T16:28:00.004-04:00

There's always a magical feeling when you stand here..

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80's Toys at Target?

2010-05-18T13:36:00.012-04:00

I was shopping at Target and came across some "80's toys" as soon as I saw them it was like something in my brain clicked..and I thought "Oh yeah! I remember this"

Here's what I saw...

This one must be from late 70's or early 80's I don't remember this one.

Who didn't have one of these cute telephones!

Raggedy Ann?? I haven't seen her in ages!

I remember this one..it has London Bridge song..

Rainbow Brite?! this was so popular back then, they even had cartoons of her!

What a difference in today's toys and the ones from our childhood...

Top 10 list of childhood memories

2010-05-17T16:22:00.004-04:00

1. It was the 80's (things were just different)

2. Saturday morning cartoon's

Bugs Bunny, Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo, Pink Panther, The Flintstones, etc.

3. The Muppets (Kermit was and is my favorite)

4. Buying school supplies.

5. Riding the school bus and going to school.

6. Great movies: Superman, Back to the Future, Star Wars, ET, The Goonies, Sixteen Candles, Rocky.

7. Playing outside in the neighborhood

It was way different back then!

8. Great shows: pinwheel (before it became nickelodeon), old sesame street shows, the great space coaster.

9. Waiting for Santa Clause...

That magical feeling!

10. And of course...what you felt every time you went to Disney World!

This post is linked to Ohamanda Top 10 Tuesdays

Invisibelt Giveaway

2010-05-15T09:40:00.017-04:00

invisibelt ~ all belt no bulk ~ Fashion's hot new problem-solving accessory!

Do you wear belts? Do you like to wear belts? I don't but I have too and I still don't wear them!

Until I tried the invisibelt. I think this is a miracle belt for those of you who hate wearing belts because of the "extra bulk" you have to carry around..I wear this belt with some of my pants, and I don't even remember I'm wearing a "belt".

If you haven't tried the invisibelt I recommend you do try it, you will love it!

What is the Invisibelt?

The Invisibelt is a smooth, clear or colored plastic belt that is virtually undetectable.

~ Eliminates the unsightly bulge caused from bulky belt buckles.

~ Gives the support of a belt with a flat, clear and smooth finish.

~ Provides an instant slimming effect.

~ Enables women to wear fitted sweaters over pants or skirts no trace of a belt buckle detected.

~ Unique, adjustable waist size (sizes 0-14) makes it ideal for the average woman.

The invisibelt comes in different colors and styles:

~ Original Collection which includes: Clear, Black. Rock Candy, and White

~ Glamour Collection which includes: Gold Lace and Silver Lace

~ Girl Collection which includes: Bone and Bows, Peace Out, Purple Haze, and Rock Candy

~ InvisiBump "New" for pregnant women.

NEW ~ InvisiBump for pregnant women ~

Invisibump by Invisibelt for Liz Lange

Ideal for first trimester and post pregnancy "in between sizes"
Lies flat under fitted tops
Provides support while weight fluctuates
Extends to 54"

~ Buy it~

You can buy invisibelt for $19.95 at www.invisibelt.com

~Win it~

invisibelt is giving away 3 belts, so we will have 3 winners!

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~ Extra Entries~ Please add your email address in your comments!

1. Fan/Like invisibelt on facebook (2 entries)

2. Follow my blog SAHMommy blog.

3. Subscribe by email to SAHMommy blog

4. Follow me on @sahmommyblog on twitter, and tweet about this giveaway.

5. Blog about this giveaway, linking it back to this post. (2 entries)

6. Add sahmommy blog button to your blog roll. (3 entries)

This giveaway is open only to US Residents, and will end on May 26, 2010 at 11pm EST.

The 3 winners will be chosen by Random.org and will be notified by email, and have 48 hrs. to respond.

Thank you for entering and Good Luck!

This Giveaway is now closed!

Sleep Apnea?

2010-05-14T16:03:00.005-04:00

Do any of you have sleep apnea?

I had a sleep study done last week, because I'm having trouble sleeping, and I'm waking up a lot, I'm feeling tired all the time..so I went to the doctor yesterday for the results, and he said I have mild sleep apnea.

He said that there are two options, cpap machine, or Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) surgery which is a procedure that removes excess tissue in the throat to make the airway wider. As in removing parts of the soft palate, removal of tonsils and removal of the uvula (The soft fingerlike tissue that hangs down from the back of the roof of the mouth into the throat)

He also said "I will warn you, this is a very painful procedure and recovery"

So, I think I'm gonna try the cpap machine for now and see how that goes.. that surgery just scares me!

The doctor did say that if I had this surgery done, it would get rid of the sleep apena, I've done some searching and I've read horrors!

Wordless Wednesday

2010-05-12T00:41:00.003-04:00

Cheerios...

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Top 10 favorite quotes

2010-05-11T09:14:00.002-04:00

Favorite Quotes

1. Though our feelings come & go, God's love for us does not. ~CS Lewis~

2. You were made by God and for God-and until you understand that, life will never make sense. ~Rick Warren~

3. Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less. ~Rick Warren~

4. I put myself gladly, fully, and forever at His disposal, and to whatever He says my answer is yes. ~Elisabeth Elliot~

5. I don't want the public to see the world they live in while they're in the Park (Disneyland). I want to feel they're in another world. ~Walt Disney~

6. If anybody gets highbrow around the studio, out he goes. ~Walt Disney~

7. Experience: that most brutal of teachers. But you learn, my God do you learn. ~CS Lewis~

8. He is no fool who gives up that which he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot loose. ~Jim Elliot~

9. Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, for the people. ~Abraham Lincoln~

10. I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. ~Mother Teresa~

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Giveaway ~ $50 Gift Card for CSN (200+ Online Stores)

2010-05-10T15:32:00.008-04:00

CSN has over 200 online stores where you can find everything from cookware to cribs or even your most specific needs like LED lighting or laptop cases!

This Giveaway is being sponsored by: CSN Stores they will give one of my readers a $50 gift-certificate, to use as you wish on any of their 200+ websites. This is awesome! There is so much to choose from!

~ To Win ~

Mandatory Entry: Go to CSN Stores and leave me a comment on what was one of your favorite items.

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This giveaway is open till May 17, 2010 at 10pm EST. The winner will be chosen using random.org

I will contact the winner via email, winner has 48hrs. to respond.

Good Luck!

We have a winner!! Kerrie said...I follow you on Twitter and I tweeted!! @36momma kerriekg(at)yahoo(dot)com

Congratulations Kerrie! I will contact you by email.

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Cool Disney World Secrets

2010-05-05T11:16:00.008-04:00

Here’s our list of Cool Disney World Secrets.

Disney for Dad's.com

Recently I spent some time reading and searching the Internet for interesting facts and secrets to explore during our next trip to Disney World this Christmas season. Here are some of the best ones I have found. Please add any that you think I might have missed in the comment area. Often at Disney World we are rushed and burdened with schedules and dining plans but, we miss the subtle things that the Imagineers put in for guests to enjoy. Take the time to take it in.

-In the shop Tinkerbell’s Treasures in the Magic Kingdom (behind the castle) there is a little dresser up against the wall with a keyhole in one of the drawers. If you put your eye up to the keyhole you can see a little light and hear a bell as if Tinkerbell was stuck in the drawer
If you are the first to visit this in the morning, you get to be the one to wake her up.

-In Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Tomorrowland there are talking garbage cans along the left wall in the main area. (Look for the electrical cords leading to them)(first you have to put something in them.)
-Go into Muppet Vision 3D, at the entrance turnstiles on the right is a ticket window with a notice that says – “Closed – Key under Mat”. I have read that you should look under the mat and see if the key is really there.
-Just by the Indiana Jones show, there are some crates hidden in the bushes, which are marked ‘don’t open’ – go ahead & open them!
-Again, Near Indiana Jones is a well with a rope in it, pull the rope for a surprise
-If you pick up the telephones in the stores along Main Street in the Magic Kingdom, you can hear funny conversations.
-In the shop next to Pizza Planet in DHS you’ll see several large wooden packing crates. Try lifting the lids of a few of them.

-I have heard there is a hidden paintbrush on Tom Sawyer’s Island in the MK and if you find it first you get a prize.

-Outside of Tony’s restaurant in the MK, if you sit on Goofy, he laughs.
-At the Haunted Mansion, there is a tombstone outside on the far right of the cemetery of a woman and every couple of minutes, she opens her eyes and looks around.
- There is a hedge maze in the back of the UK in Epcot
-There is a new dream suite that you can win a night in Cinderella’s castle. When the park was being built this space was supposed to be a apartment for Walt and his family to live in but since he passed away before the park opened they used it for storage, until now.

-The best way to win “dreams” such as the ultimate fastpass for the day, mickey ears or that night in Cinderella’s castle is to get to the parks early in the morning. That is usually when they’re handed out.
-There is a pay phone in tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom and if you pick it up you can hear Sunny Eclipses manager on the other end who also happens to be the fake alien singer in the restaurant Cosmic Rays in Tomorrowland.
- In Disney-MGM Studios, there is a “Singing in the Rain” umbrella attached to a lamp post. It is a great photo opportunity and a pressure pad under the umbrella usually (unless malfunctioning) will release “rain”. The lamp post is in the Streets of America area across from Lights, Motors, Action!
- As you exit Star Tours (outside of the gift shop) in Disney-MGM Studios, you’ll see a “Speeder Bike” in front of an Endor background. People often assume that it is only for display but you are welcome to sit on it – this makes a great picture. Other wonderful photo opportunities in Disney-MGM Studios are the car outside Sci-Fi Dine In and all over the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids play area.
- In Animal Kingdom, there is a bridge near Kali River Rapids. There are buttons that cause the elephant statues to spray water on the riders in the rafts below.
- The Animal Kingdom Times Guide does a terrible job of highlighting all the wonderful live entertainment available at this park. One of our favorites are “DiVine” on the trail between Asia and Africa. She looks like a vine and literally blends in with the landscaping when she isn’t moving. Two other excellent groups are the Karuka Acrobats and the Tam Tam’s of Congo which both perform in the Harambe area of the “Africa” area.

- Did you know that closing time at the Magic Kingdom just means you must be on your last ride or in line for the ride by that time? The shops along Main Street generally stay open for about an hour after closing time. There’s no good reason to rush to the lines forming for transportation so take your time and enjoy a few last views of the castle when it is lit up after dark. Stop and notice the window displays in the Emporium (right side of the street as you face the train station, near City Hall). Each window display is a shadow-box or diorama that depicts a different Disney animated movie and most have some form of movement. Most people walk right by and never notice these fascinating displays.

For more information go to Disney for Dad's.com

Wordless Wednesday

2010-05-05T09:29:00.004-04:00

My daughter with Ariel at Disney.. "Where Dreams Come True"

I know I'm Disney-obssesed!

Check out 5 Minutes for Mom, and Wordless Wednesday for more WW! more wordless photos.

Top 10 list of my favorite shows

2010-05-04T16:20:00.005-04:00

I Love TV shows, and I never miss them! I actually record them (DVR) then I watch them..

1. Lost

2. Vampire Diaries

3. Greys Anatomy

4. V

5. House

6. Army Wives

7. Ghost Whisperer

8 Trauma

9. Smalville

10.One Tree Hill

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When your kids are sick

2010-04-29T23:00:00.005-04:00

I have to say I don't know what bug is going around, my oldest got sick about a week ago with strep, high fever, vomiting, she was on antibiotic, then my 2 yr. got sick this week with high fever, I had to go to the ER with her, she had several tests done and was told that it was "viral" the next day my 6 yr old. wakes up with a fever, sore throat and nausea, I took her to the doctor and it's strep throat again! so she was put on a much stronger antibiotic..my little one is doing much better, it's been crazy!

Wordless Wednesday

2010-04-27T21:43:00.003-04:00

So this is my ww picture! This was taken last yr.

on our trip to WDW just love the way Belle posed!

For more ww go to: Wordless Wednesday over at 5 Minutes for Mom.

Top 10 things that tell you you're still a kid inside

2010-04-27T15:17:00.008-04:00

1. You actually dream of Disney everyday.

2. You hide to eat candies so your kids won't ask for any.

3. You still sit and watch cartoons.

4. You still drink Quick chocolate milk.

5. You wish you could live at Disney World.

6. You still watch old re-runs from your favorite shows when you were a kid.

7. You like the smell of your child's new school supplies.

8. You run and scream of happiness when you see a character in Disney World.

9. You just like the "It's a small world after all" ride.

10. You like to dress up your little girl's barbie.

I am back

2010-04-25T01:48:00.002-04:00

Hello! I am back! I took a little break from blogging, but I had to come back! I hope you're still with me..

School Bus

2009-08-12T10:50:00.003-04:00

School Bus... My 5 yr. old daughter started school this week, (kindergarten) she loves school, and she's driving me crazy about riding the "school buses" as she calls it.. BUT I'm not to thrilled about her riding the bus just yet.. plus I keep hearing these horror stories everyday on the news of kids getting ran over, bullied, etc. Am I being paranoid or is she just too "young" to ride the bus?

Wordless Wednesday

2009-08-11T23:10:00.003-04:00

This is so cute!

Neat Solutions for Children Table Topper

2009-08-04T23:17:00.009-04:00

If you have little ones, then you know that eating out with them can be a messy "adventure" My baby just turned one, and she wants to eat everything and anything! I have tried these amazing Table Topper place mats for children. It comes in different designs like: Dora the Explorer, Winnie the Pooh, Cars, Sesame Street, Disney Princess, Baby Einstein.

Every time I am out in a restaurant, a parent asks me where I got those great place mats, I let them know that they can find them at Walmart, Babies R Us, Target. Every time I use these Table Toppers I can rest assured that my child is germ-free! The greatest thing about these place mats is that they are disposable, they stick-in-place, and kids have fun with their designs.

This is one item that I always carry in my diaper-bag.

Neat Solutions has other great products like, potty topper, floor topper, multi-use pads, changing pads, and disposable bibs. I highly recommend Neat Solutions products!

~ Giveaway ~

Neat Solutions, is offering one lucky reader a pack of Table Topper!

Thank you Neat Solutions for offering this review and giveaway!

This giveaway is open to US residents only.

~ Go to Neat Solutions website, and tell me which item you like the most (mandatory entry)

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Wordless Wednesday

2009-08-04T19:25:00.004-04:00

No Comments!!

Uniforms for School

2009-08-04T19:19:00.004-04:00

Well, I'm so glad school starts on Monday 8/10! woo-hoo!!

What I like is that this year they will be wearing uniforms!! I can't even say how glad I am with this! Last year my daughter was in pre-k and it was just too much, I was washing clothes about 4 times a week, she would go through a pair of jeans so fast! So, let's see how this uniform business works out!

Thomas Nielson Book Review

2009-07-15T15:45:00.010-04:00

The I Believe Bunny

by Tish Rabe

Illustrated by Frank Endersby

I had the opportunity to review this great children's book. It has beautiful illustrations, this book helps children in learning to put their faith into actions. I like how it starts with the verse from Phillipians 4:13, as a base for the story, "I can do everything through him, who gives me strength" The story is about a bunny who stumbles upon some trouble, a mouse was going to drown, he needed to call someone for help...I read this book to my 5 year old daughter, she just loved it. I recommend this book to any parent, this is also the first book to this collection, this is a great story to show any child to call to God when you need help!

Wordless Wednesday

2009-07-15T01:25:00.005-04:00

2009-07-14T00:36:00.013-04:00

1. My Husband was my 1st boyfriend..

2. I Love Disney! When I go to Disney, I become

a kid again..

3. I LOVE Cruises!! We've been on 5 so far..

Lionsgate Children's Lunchbox DVD Set

2009-07-10T14:36:00.034-04:00

School Lunchtime Fun is in the Bag!

DVD Lunch Box Gift Sets includes:

3 DVD's from Preschool favorites Bob The Builder, Barney, Thomas & Friends and Care Bears, arriving at stores on July 14, 2009 for a price of $19.98.

No more "brown -bagging" your lunch to school! Just in time for the new school season, your pre-schooler's favorite friends from HIT Entertainment - Barney, Thomas & Friends, Bob The Builder, and Care Bears can travel with early learners from home to school with one of these DVD Lunch Box Gift Sets from Lionsgate. Each insulated, soft-sided lunch box is both easy-to-clean and ready-to-use!

~Barney Lunch Box~

DVD's ~ Adventure Bus ~ Hop aboard and get ready for the ride of your life as bus driver Barney takes you to some of the gang's favorite imaginary destinations, including a castle, a pizzeria, a circus and the Old West!

Imagination Island ~ A storybook adventure comes to life when Tosha and Min discover that their wish to sail to a magical island is possible with help from Barney and his friends.

Everyone is Special ~ Join Barney and his friends for a dino-mite day in the park as they celebrate all the things that make them-and-you-special!

~Thomas & Friends Lunch Box~

Tales from the Tracks ~ Ride the rails to adventure as Thomas and his engine friends attend a birthday picnic, discover a ghost engine and learn the legend of a very special lamp.

Best of Percy ~ Learn more about the junior member of the railway, a faithful friend of Thomas' from the beginning, and celebrate all of the special traits and qualities that make Percy a fan favorite.

Races, Rescues & Runaways~ You'll find that life on the island of Sodor is never boring, especially when the engines get into trouble. But no worries...as friends they're always there to lend a helping hand for each other.

~Bob the Builder Lunch Box~

The Big Game ~ Bob and his machine team are ready to play! Prepping for the big soccer match, a line-marking machine suddenly runs amok. Can the Can-Do-Crew fix it in time for the opening whistle? Yes, they can! Then it's off to the tennis courts to serve up more fun!

Celebrate With Bob ~ Looks like Bob is in for a busy, busy day! There's a dance contest, a surprise birthday party, a really messy office and a broken computer, but it's all in a day's work for our favorite Can-Do builder.

Can We Fix It? ~ It's harvest time and there's plenty to do: Farmer Pickle's barn is about to collapse and needs repair before the impending rainstorm, Travis gets stuck in the mud, a golf course needs constructing and Bob builds himself right into a windmill!

~Care Bears Lunch Box ~

Journey to Joke-a-Lot ~ Follow Funshine Bear, who, frustrated by too many jokes gone wrong, travels to faraway Joke-a-lot where the community of kooky, colorful characters quickly crowns him King. Missing their beloved prankster, his fellow Care Bears leave the comforts of Care-a-lot behind and embark on a quest to coax their friend to return home.

The Gift of Caring ~ Join the Care Bears as they use fun, magic, and the most extravagant gift of all - caring. In seven heartwarming episodes, the Care Bears tumble through birthday parties, reunite with long-lost friends and even search for a valley of gold! They're wrapping up some fun they can't wait to share with you!

Fitness Fun ~ On your Mark..Get Set...Go Have Fun! Join the lovable Care Bears in active adventures that teach everyone how to be a good sport - and everyone is a winner! In five fun-filled episodes, the Care Bears and their cousins share lessons in friendship, fair play and fitness. The whole family will love getting into the game!

LIONSGATE sent me the Bob the Builder Lunch Box DVD set, even though I have two girls and no boys, my 5 year old likes to watch Bob the Builder just as much as she likes Thomas & Friends. The lunchbox is great! it's insulated and so easy to clean, she keeps some of her small toys in there. The DVD's are really great! They are not only funny and cute, but also educational, which is what I, as a parent want my kids to learn from these videos.

You can purchase these sets at any store where DVD's are sold.

~ GIVEAWAY~

LIONSGATE is offering a Thomas & Friends Lunchbox DVD Set to one of our readers!

~WIN IT~

~ Comment on which Luchbox DVD set you like most. (mandatory entry)

~ Extra Entries ~ Please leave a separate comment for each entry, and your email.

~ 1 Entry for following SAHMommy blog ~

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~ 4 Entries for adding this giveaway to your blog with a link back to this post ~

~ This giveaway will end on July 27, 2009 at 11pm. The winner will be chosen by using Random.org The winner will have 48 hrs. to respond to my email, I will choose another winner if I don't get a response. ~

This GIVEAWAY is now CLOSED

We have a WINNER!

CONGRATULATIONS to #8 Twincere

Twincere said...

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JULY 15, 2009 3:35 PM

Wordless Wednesday

2009-07-08T10:23:00.016-04:00

Munchie Mug Giveaway

2009-07-06T12:05:00.017-04:00

NEW! Spill-Resistant Snack Cup for Infants and Toddlers!

This is an amazing product for mom's and kids! For mom's, because we don't have to clean up anymore snacks off the floor! And kids well, they just love it.

My daughter loves snacks, but can make a mess! it's more of what she spills then what she's eating. So, with Munchie Mug all that is over!

Munchie Mug is a cup that eliminates snack-time messes for children 10 months and older. It's ideal for use at home, in the car or anyplace when you're on the go! It's BPA free and dishwasher safe. I really like how kids can easily put their hand through the soft fabric closure and get their little snacks. It also includes a stay-fresh-lid to keep snacks fresh when not using the cup.

I have tried this snack cup, and I recommend it!

Munchie Mug are available in 3 diffrent colors: Pink, Blue, and Yellow and you can order online for $12.95 each.

~GIVEAWAY~

Munchie Mug is offering SAHMommy blog readers a free munchie mug!

~Win It!~

Please visit Munchie Mug website, come back here and comment on which color you would choose if you win. (please add your email in each comment)

~Extra Entries~ To be completed only after initial entry! (please leave a separate comment for each entry)

~ 1 Entry for following SAHMommy blog~

~ 1 Entry for subscribing to my blog~

~ 1 Entry for following me on twitter.com/jesscardona

~ 1 Entry for tweeting this giveaway~

~ 3 Entries for adding my button to your blog~

~This giveaway will end on July 20th, 2009 at 11pm. I will choose the winner by random.org and will notify the winner by email. The winner will have 48hrs. to respond by email. I will choose another winner if I don't get a response.~

Thanks Munchie Mug for offering this Review and Giveaway!

This Giveaway is now CLOSED!

We have a WINNER!!

#11

Tricia @ 5 Little Monkeys said...

I have your button #2

July 7, 2009 3:42 PM

Books I'm Reading

2009-07-02T12:04:00.004-04:00

I love reading, now that I have an 11 month old it's a bit harder to just read when I want. It's easier with my 5 year old, since she's older.

Anyways, I'm reading "The Shack" by: William P. Young

What a book! I am almost finished, this is one of those books you just can't put down, unless you have kids!

I really recommend this book, it's difficult story to read at first, I had to put it down several times, but I had to keep on reading! This book focuses on how to have a relationship and/or work on that relationship with God.

If you're interested in purchasing this book, here's a link from amazon.

Wordless Wednesday

2009-07-01T01:10:00.004-04:00

Skin Free Review/Giveaway

2009-06-29T23:41:00.022-04:00

Skin Free products are designed and formulated by pharmacist Julie Hilton, who has over 30 years experience in compounding and natural skin care. Julie, was working in a typical pharmacy setting, and was constantly frustrated when asked to recommend products for patients with difficult skin problems. She recognized a void in the market and knew that she could offer effective and affordable products to fill it.

Skin Free Skin Care Products are recommended for individuals with:

~ Extreme Dry Skin

~ Skin or Fragrance Allergies

~ Psoriasis

~ Dermatitis

~ Eczema

~ Pregnant Moms

~ Babies

~ The Elderly

~ Diabetics

~ Renal Patients

~ After Radiation or Chemotherapy

Pharmacist formulated and doctor recommended patented formulas, for delicate, sensitive and very dry or damaged skin.

~ All Natural Vegan Ingredients

~ No Perfumes

~ No Petroleum Products

~ No Harmful Chemicals

~ No Steroids

~ No Colorants

~ No Greasy feeling

~ No Animal Testing, Cruelty Free

I have tried Super Moisture Butter Creme and I have to say I am impressed with this product. I like how it doesn't leave my hands greasy, where with other lotions I have to wipe my hands with a paper towel because it's so greasy! I also like that it has no odor to it. I've been having some eczema problems, and a lot of itching on my back, I've been using this creme and the itching and redness is gone.

I have also tried the Naiouli Butter Stick and again, another wonderful product! I use this more on the G0, on my elbows, knees and on my lips! I have a problem with chapped lips, I've used different chapsticks and balms, but this butter stick has really helped my lips in feeling softer.

What I like the most about this is it's ingredients: Olive Oil, Sweet Almond oil, Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Soy, Niaouli, Vanilla and Vitamin E. All natural ingredients!

I've tried the Extra Moisturizing Soap it leaves my skin feeling so clean and light, my skin doesn't feel heavy, after taking a shower my skin begins to itch, after using this soap, the itching has stopped.

You can now buy these products at any CVS store, Walgreens or at www.skinfree.net plus get Free Shipping when you spend $25 or more!

~Win It ~ Skin Free is offering sahmommy blog readers, a $30 Gift Certificate to use for any of their products!

~ Browse through their website and come back here and in a comment tell me which product you would buy if you win. (please add your email with each comment)

Extra Entries ~ To be completed only after initial entry!

(please leave a separate comment for each entry)

~ 1 Entry for following sahmommy blog~

~ 1 Entry for subscribing by email to sahmommy blog~

~ 1 Entry for following me on twitter.com/jesscardona

~ 1 Entry for tweeting this giveaway~

~ 3 Entries for adding my button to your blog~

This giveaway will end on July 13, 2009 at 11pm. I will choose the winner by using random.org and will notify the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hrs. to respond to my email. I will choose another winner if I don't get a response.

Giveaway is CLOSED

We have a WINNER!!

CONGRATULATIONS to #13

Secret Life of a WAHM

Piggy Paint Review

2009-06-24T14:31:00.015-04:00

Piggy Paint was founded by a stay-at-home-mom, Melanie Hurley, after she saw the harsh chemicals that were in regular nail polish. She worried about her girls putting their hands in their mouths after she painted them with traditional kid polishes. Not only did the ingestion of the chemicals worried her, but the smell nearly left her light-headed. One day, while they were painting their nails, over a foam plate, her daughter dropped a glob of nail polish onto the plate. Shortly after, the paint began to bubble and ate through the plate. After seeing the hole in the plate, she tested the other kid polishes on the foam, which they all began to bubble and eventually left holes in the plate. And that's when Piggy Paint was born.

Piggy Paint is not flammable, it's a water based polish that is specially formulated of natural ingredients, it's "Natural as Mud." There are no toxic chemicals, it's free of formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, biphenyl A, ethyl acetate, and acetone.

I tried the "Tea Party for Two" on my daughter's nails, and I have to say that I absolutely loved it! It is odorless, regular nail polish smell gives me a headache. My daughter like any other 5 yr. old, loves to have her nails painted, I honestly wouldn't let her because of the smell, the mess, and once I would take it off it wouldn't come all off, her nails would be stained from the color she had. I also tried Piggy Paints nail polish remover and loved it! it's odorless, no acetone and hypoallergenic. And there were no nail polish stains on my daughter's nails. I really love this nail polish and polish remover and I would highly recommend it.

They also have cute gift packages available.

Buy it ~ Piggy Paint is offering sahmommy blog readers a 15% discount off anything on their website, including sale items! Enter the code SAHM15L. This discount expires on August 15, 2009.

Get Free domestic shipping when you spend $25.

Thank you Piggy Paint for the review and for the discount!

Wordless Wednesday

2009-06-24T08:58:00.003-04:00

Note: These are not my kids.. ;-)

My daughter at Kindercamp

2009-06-23T14:48:00.004-04:00

My oldest daughter started "Kindercamp" today. It's just for this week so that they can get to know the school, teachers, etc. She's not to happy about this big, new school, I had to drop her off today, of course her teacher was waiting for her. When I picked her pick up she told me she was crying because I left her, and I didn't go in with her. So, that just did it for me. I'm very emotional when it comes to these things.. I cried on her first day of pre-school, I was the only parent crying.

I just want to keep them safe from everything, I don't want them to suffer, cry. I know well that I can't do that to them, but I think that as parents we want to protect them from everything.

Anyways, this will be just for this week. I guess it will be a whole other game when school starts.

Muffin Tin Monday

2009-06-22T13:07:00.004-04:00

Well I saw this wonderful idea on Her Cup Overfloweth and just loved it! I want to do this everyweek.. here's mine..

Peas, Ham and Cheese sandwich, Corn, banana and cookies.

Wordless Wednesday

2009-06-16T22:36:00.005-04:00

2009-06-15T16:59:00.007-04:00

Hello!

I'm back home after a week at the beach! I'm a little under the weather..with headache, congestion..not a good way to end a nice vacation. Anyways, here a few pictures.

Raising Kids

2009-06-08T23:52:00.005-04:00

I have to say that I enjoy being a mom and being at home with my children, but it's hard sometimes. It's frustrating when your children won't listen to you, won't do what you tell them to do, when they talk back to you, when they try to get their way. It's not easy being a parent and it's not easy to raise kids, the only way that I have found to get through and not lose my sanity is through God. I need to pray everyday and just talk to God, my father to help me and to guide me through this parenting journey, so that I make the right decisions when it comes in raising my girls.

2009-06-07T21:16:00.003-04:00

Well... I am finally on vacation! and it's gorgeous! We are in a resort in the 19th floor, with a beautiful view of the beach.. I can just open the balcony and hear the ocean's waves..

Vacations

2009-06-03T20:47:00.004-04:00

Vacations!!

I am, well we are going on vacation this Saturday to Panama City Beach, Fl. for a whole week, to a beautiful resort, we're going with our family. I can't wait!! We didn't go on vacation last year, I was pregnant and due in July, so we are this year.
I will take my laptop, eventhough I will be on vacation, I can't stay away from the internet!
So, I will write and let you all know how great the beach is! and I might post pictures.

Wordless Wednesday

2009-06-02T19:53:00.006-04:00

How do you spend your Saturday Nights?

2009-05-31T22:31:00.007-04:00

How do you spend your Saturday Nights?

Well, I've gotta say that before we had any kids, we would go to the movies every weekend, unless there was something else going on. After we had kids...well..let's just say that "going to the movies" is a big thing now!
So, I actually spent this past Saturday shopping at Walmart! Amazing how your life changes once you have kids! As I was waiting in line to checkout, I thought to myself: "I love shopping at walmart by myself (no kids)" Don't get me wrong, I like going out with my family and my girls, but sometimes you just need to go out shopping alone!
I was so into in what I was doing that I lost track of time! and heard over the speaker when the guy said "Good evening shoppers, the time is 10pm and the fitting rooms are now closed" I got there around 7:30pm and just lost track of time!
So, things change, life changes, we also change! for the better.

My baby is crawling!

2009-05-29T11:27:00.010-04:00

My 10 month old baby Amanda, finally started to crawl today!
She has been moving here and there trying to crawl, but today she just crawled!
It's amazing to me how one day babies just start crawling, sitting, walking. God made it so perfect!

Does your baby fall asleep on her/his own?

I'm having a lot of problems with this. I remember saying when I was pregnant that I was not going to be holding her so that she could fall asleep..well I was wrong!! I just couldn't put her down when she was born, she would just lay there and you can tell she loved it (lying on my chest) So, now that's the only way she will go to sleep, if you carry her or if you lie with her in bed (my bed) she doesn't like to be alone, she wants to feel that someone is there.
We had this issue with our 1st daughter too, different but she wanted to be rocked to sleep, until one day we just got tired of it and began to put her in her crib and let her cry. (I know it doesn't sound good..trust me this was really hard for me!) but she was about a yr. old when we did this.
And it took about a week to get her use to this routine. I tried doing this with my little one, but it's so hard for me I can't do it, I'm WEAK!!

So, have any of you had this problem/issue? How did you deal with it?

Wordless Wednesday

2009-05-27T09:15:00.011-04:00

2009-05-25T02:03:00.007-04:00

25 Things About Me:

1. I'm a Christian, a wife and a mom of 2 girls.
2. I'm about to turn 33 in June.
3. I love cruises! I'm addicted to cruises.
4. I love Disney and everything Disney!
5. I love LOST!
6. I love watching movies.
7. I don't eat fish or anything from the sea.
8. I dated my husband for 8 years.
9. My father-in-law is a pastor.
10. I love dogs.
11. I've always wanted to learn to play the piano.
12. I like the smell of hospitals.
13. I enjoy reading.
14. I enjoy coloring, especially with my daughter.
15. I love chocolate and cake.
16. I think of myself as an organized person.
17. I like making crafts.
18. I also love coke and sweet tea.
19. My favorite fast-food restaurant is Chick-Fil-A
20. My favorite holiday is Christmas.
21. My favorite vacation other then Disney and a cruise is the beach.
22. I have 2 girls a 5 year old and a 10 month old.
23. I'm trained to be a birth doula.
24. I like everything that has to do with pregnancy and birth.
25. I've always want to persue a carrer in healthcare.

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Oh WOW my 1st follower!! I didn't think I would be this happy!
Thank you for following me :-)

Cartoons/Kids Shows

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Good Morning!
I don't know which cartoons or kids show your children like.. but my 10 month old daughter Amanda loves The Sprout Channel.. she loves Chica and she loves "Star" from The Good Night Show. She also loves "Mickey Mouse Club House" (Disney Channel) Well, I like all those shows too! I still watch my favorite ones from when I was little... Pink Panther, Tom and Jerry, Bugs Bunny, The Flinstones... oh and my all time favorites..The Muppets!

What shows or cartoons do your little ones like?

Hello!

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Hello! and to my Blog! I'm new at blogging and trying to get everything on here!

Thanks for taking a look!

Everyday...

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Coming Soon!

Mommy-Reviews

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Coming Soon!

Contact Me

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You can email me at - jesscardona@yahoo.com

From Pre-School to Kindergarten

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My daughter Emely is about to finish Pre-School on Friday, which I can't believe! She will be starting kindergarten in August. And she can't wait to start in the "big school" and ride the school bus.. which I am not at all comfortable!!

Anyways, I was given a Transition Activity Calendar which seems to be really good to help kids during the summer. I wanted to share this with you, for those who have kids that are going to kindergarten. Hope this is helpful!

Here is a Pre-K Summer Book List that they recommend:

Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman

Bear in a Square by Debbie Harter

Boomer Goes to School by Constance W. McGeorge

Countdown to Kindergarten by Alison McGhee

Eating the Alphabet: Fruits and Vegetables from A to Z by L. Ehlert

Franklin Goes to School by Paulette Bourgeois

Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss

The Little Engine that Could by Watty Piper

Welcome to Kindergarten by Anne F. Rockwell

Tips and Additional Activities

When Shopping with your child...

Have your child find a letter from their name on a product label.
Try simple activities such as reading logos of favorite foods and stores.
Before you go to the store, involve your child in making a shopping list. You can ask your child to check the cereal boxes to see if any are almost empty. A four or five year old can check on the supply of milk, extra rolls of toilet tissue, and other items. You can consult this list together as you shop. Let your child mark off the items on the list.
Ask your child to make comparisons (smallest, shortest, heaviest, same as, etc.) of cans and bottles.
Let your child pick out one vegetable of fruit and identify the begining sound of its name. What other foods begin with that sound?
Cut out coupons, and help your child match the coupon to the food item. Let her/him give them to the cashier.
Estimate how many radishes (carrots, etc.) are in a bunch and then count the number.

Tips for Reading Aloud

Be enthusiastic.
Change your voice and facial expressions.
Make sure children are comfortable.
Read aloud to children frequently.
Establish regular reading times.
Help children notice new information.
Point out pictures as they relate to the story.
Explain words they may not know to help increase vocabulary.
Ask children questions before and after reading.
Encourage children to talk about the book.
Read many kinds of books including ones with pictures of people of different cultures, ages, and with disabilities.
Choose books that help you teach.
Reread favorite books.

When riding in the car with your child...

Play "I spy" using words found on billboards and signs.
Have your child draw a pictorial journal of trip events. You can add dictation about each picture if necessary.
Keep sing-along or storybook tapes in an activity bag or backpack. Drawing materials, card games, puzzles and books also make a great addition.
Look at a clock, have your child tell what time the trip begins and when they think they will arrive at their destination. Check the time when you arrive.
Games like "I Spy" searching for animals, letters and numbers; counting colored cars, matching sign shapes, finding silly-named streets, inventing rhymes amuse away the miles.
My personal favorite one is when my daughter sees a car that looks like mine, her dad's, grandparents, she would yell that its just like so and so...

Here is a calendar to help your child in some learning activities.

5/27 ~ Have your child practice saying his/her full name, address, and phone number.
5/28 ~ Play catch, and count the number of balls caught. Can you come up with other games?
5/29 ~ Explore this-How many body parts can you move while standing in one place?
5/30 ~ Let your child pick out a new toothbrush and teach correct tooth brushing.
5/31 ~ Make a family calendar. What will you be doing for the rest of the summer? (camp, vacation)

6/1 ~ Let your child count the number of coins in your wallet. Let them separate the coins and count each type.

6/2 ~ Look at pictures in a book and then predict what will happen next. Read the story together.

6/3 ~ Choose some old toys to donate to charity.

6/4 ~ Make a simple instrument with kitchen items. (utensils, pots, bowls) Now play them.

6/5 ~ Talk about jobs, discuss where you work, how your work helps the family.

6/6 ~ Listen to a new radio station today. Discuss how the music is different.

6/7 ~ Plant seeds for flowers or vegetables.

6/8 ~ Draw a picture of dad or grandfather, include hair, eye color, etc.

6/9 ~ Have your child create a story about dad or grandgather, write it and read it together.

6/10 ~ Discuss with dad what his favorite food was when he was a child.

6/11 ~ Discuss with dad what he liked to play with as a child.

Advertise/Review/Giveaway

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If you would like to have a product reviewed, or would like to advertise, or would like for me to host a giveaway, please email me at:

jesscardona@yahoo.com

About Me

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I'm a Christian wife and a SAHM of two girls. Emely, who is 6 yrs. old and is a hand full. Amanda is 21 months old, and she is an amazing and happy baby. My husband and I have been married for 10yrs. and dated for 8 years. I am a Disney-holic, as you can tell..