Bzzing Mom

Hanging With Dad

2014-08-13T22:49:00.001-04:00

And Off To Dinner We Go

2014-05-29T12:00:00.000-04:00

Well Chris and I finally went out on our first date since he’s been home. It was so nice to get out without the kids! I love them to death but every mommy needs their break, and I NEVER have one! So after getting his mom to watch Banner and Chloe, then texting mom to see if she would watch Audrey; we rushed to get dressed and get out the door. We dropped Audrey off at moms, and I changed my outfit, and put on a pair of nice heels, and grabbed my clutch (yep I only have one lol). Then off we went for some fun and some much needed alone time!

First we went out to eat at Dakota’s Roadhouse. We got a blooming onion for an appetizer. Then I had a steak, baked potato, and sautéed mushrooms, and Chris had fried catfish, a baked potato and sautéed mushrooms. I got two dragonfly blood drinks (which were amazing!!!), and Chris had a Miller light. Chris wasn’t crazy about the catfish, but mine was amazing! Overall the food was amazing, and we left stuffed!
After that we went to a thrift store in town where I previously dropped things off to sell, to see if I had any money on my books. I only had $3 so I left it, and we looked around the store. We saw a beautiful wedding dress for only $75 the only thing wrong was the zipper was broke. I decided to try it on for fun, and it was so beautiful! It was one of the big poofy ones with a big long train. If we would’ve had the extra money I would’ve gotten it. But we decided we didn’t see anything we really wanted so we left.

It was such an amazing evening, and if it would’ve ended like that I would’ve been so happy. But it didn’t, it only got better! On our way home we saw a whole bunch of kids toys sitting out by someone’s trash. So we decided to stop and check it out. Someone must’ve been cleaning their house, on one side was real trash, and the other was stuff for people to take if they wanted. So we grabbed all kinds of stuff, now of course nothing was in perfect condition. But with three kids, I don’t much care as long as it’s safe. We got a Radio Flyer tricycle, a small Huffy bike with training wheels, three trash bags full of toys, a container I’m going to use to put toys in outside, a Spiderman ride on toy, and a childrens basketball hoop! I was so excited, I just can’t believe some of the things people through away instead of donating it or giving it to someone who needs it. I mean there is nothing terribly wrong with any of these toys!
When we got home Banner was very happy to see all the new toys, and when Audrey came back home she was very excited too! I’m so glad that Chris and me had a great time together, and got to put smiles on our kids’ faces too! What a great night! Have you ever found something great someone was going to throw away?

At The Winery

2014-05-28T12:00:00.000-04:00

Healthy Kids Day At The YMCA

2014-05-23T12:00:00.000-04:00

Our local YMCA was hosting a free Healthy Kids Day last weekend, so Chris and I decided we would take the kids and see what it was about. We are so glad we did, we had a great time together as a family, and it was so much fun to watch the kids try new activities! Plus we scored tons of freebies (which I love lol)!

We weren’t sure what to expect so I dressed everyone in comfortable clothes (T-shirts, gym shoes, shorts, and everyone took a jacket just in case). After we got there the lady told us if we brought swimming suits that we could go swimming so next time I’ll be bringing swimming suits, and also workout shorts for Chris and I so we can take turns using the gym). But still everyone had a blast, and they had so many great activities for the kids to enjoy and booths to look at.

Some of the great activities the kids got to try was, dancing classes, a bouncy house, planting sunflower seeds, making a craft, getting their faces painted, seeing a fire truck, doing a martial arts type class, and hitting punching bags.   We also got tons of free stuff including packages of cookies, Kellogg’s breakfast shake mix, loafs of bread, crayons, stickers, tons of pens and pencils, coloring books, and tons of great snacks. I also entered several giveaways while we was there, and a couple days later I got two calls that I had one items (a $15 Kroger gift card, and a jumbo pool noodle).

We had so much fun spending time together as a family, and it was all free other than the gas to get there (all the snacks held the kids over until we got home and had a cookout). The most important part is that the kids had a great time! Audrey and Banner discovered that they loved dancing class, and we are considering putting them in one. What fun, free activities are you and your family enjoying this spring? I would love to hear about them!

Fun In The Wagon

2014-05-21T12:00:00.000-04:00

Racing To The Fireworks

2014-05-19T12:00:00.000-04:00

The race tracks in our town opened up last night. So they were going to put on fireworks to celebrate the opening. They do fireworks for 4th of July too, and everyone in our town parks along the road and sits in the grass, to watch them for free instead of paying to get into the races. So we decided we would do the same thing for the opening so the kids could see them (and so we could all have some free entertainment!). Audrey was with my mom, so Chris and I took Banner, and Chloe, and Misty and Leon followed us down too.

We finally found a good spot, and put the tailgate down and covered up with blankets (it was pretty chilly out), and waited. A race was going on and you could hear the cars, Banner kept saying he wanted to see them, so we told him one day this summer we would bring him to see a race. Then they started the fireworks. They were so beautiful! I thought for sure I would have to take Chloe inside the truck because they would scare her. But they didn’t, she loved them so much she couldn’t take her eyes off them! It was so great to spend time together; doing something that didn’t cost anything and even better that everyone had such a great time! What do you and your family like to do together?

Hopping Down The Bunny Trail

2014-05-16T12:00:00.000-04:00

We had a pretty good Easter this year, and it was Chloe's first Easter too. We went home around 11am and ate with mom. She cooked such an amazing Easter lunch! She made green beans with bacon and onions, honey ham, and her delicious potato casserole. It was all so good! Easter is my favorite holiday when it comes to the food. I’d rather have a ham over a turkey any day!

After we ate, the kids got their Easter baskets which were filled with candy, and toys, and some socks. They played and looked through everything for a while then we went outside to hunt Easter eggs. It was such a beautiful Easter! It’s such a nice change, because the past couple years it has been cold or raining. After that we sat outside and watched the kids play all day. Not real eventful, but very nice! How was your Easter this year?

Roasting Marshmallows

2014-05-14T12:00:00.000-04:00

We Cooked Up A Great Time!

2014-05-13T12:00:00.000-04:00

Our local community college hosts a cooking show every year. In which they raise can foods for the local homeless shelter. Mom and I love going and it’s a great time for me to get out without the kids, and get some much needed girl time! I love all the free food samples (this year from Kroger and Wal-Mart, plus a few local stores), free samples, and prizes. Plus it’s great to give back to our community and to those less fortunate.

While we didn’t win any prizes this year, we did score some other great freebies! Such as, measuring cups, measuring spoons, tons of free pens, a spatula, loaded nachos from Kroger, Mt Dew a doughnut boneless BBQ chicken popcorn chicken and a cupcake from Wal-Mart, doughnuts from a local store, cookies from a local bakery, several season DVDs, and tons of other great stuff! Plus some great recipes that I can’t wait to try out!

Together mom and I donated 20 cans of food (which got us 3 entry tickets for prizes). For only $7 a ticket it was a great way to spend some time together and have a good time. I’m so blessed to have my mother, and to be able to go out have a great time together! What great activities do you and your mother enjoy doing together?

Shopping With Mommy

2014-05-07T12:00:00.000-04:00

Easter Egg Hunt

2014-05-05T12:00:00.000-04:00

Every year my county does a big Easter egg hunt at the Wilson’s Children’s Home for everyone in the county. They have different age groups, and tons of great prizes. One of the things I love about it is, that instead of candy in the eggs, they are empty. So when the kids are done collecting the eggs, they dump into boxes and each kid gets a little bag of candy (this year they was shaped like carrots, Banner is holding one above). Then they draw the names from that age group to see who won the prizes.

We’ve been once before with Audrey before we had Banner and Chloe. She had such a great time, and she won a prize, so we decided to take all the kids this year. Banner didn’t win a prize but Audrey did again!! She won a baby doll stroller with a baby doll, and a six pack of sugar free pop. Chloe didn’t get to participate because she can’t yet walk on her own. But everyone had a great time. The kids got to stand in line to see the Easter Bunny and we took their pictures. Banner was excited to see him, until he actually got up there, then he decided he actually didn’t want to see the Easter Bunny nor sit on his lap, or stand beside him, and let mommy take his picture. I think he was pretty shocked by big the Easter Bunny really was. I think he was expecting an actual bunny lol! Chloe and Audrey did sit on his lap though, and neither cried!

While it does take forever for them to draw names to see who won prizes out of each age group (there was 2,400 kids that registered this year!), it was well worth it to us. It was all free and the kids had a blast, and it was great spending time together as a family doing something fun! So did your community have any Easter activities your family participated this year? If so I’d love to hear about them!

Mommy Kisses

2014-04-30T12:00:00.000-04:00

Girl Time

2014-04-27T09:12:00.002-04:00

     I had such an amazing day yesterday! I finally got to go to yoga, and loved it. It’s the first time I’ve really been out to do something I’ve always wanted to do (without the kids). Me and mom dropped the kids off with Chris and headed to the high school, where they was putting on a free yoga class, and the first 75 people got a free mat! I was extremely excited to get there early so I could get a free mat, because I didn’t have one, and have always wanted one. Needless to say we got there before the teacher was even there, so we definitely got a mat lol! While I do pilates, I’ve never done yoga, so I didn’t really know what to expect.

    It was so relaxing, and energizing, and it really gave me a good workout. I’m so glad that I got to try something I’ve always wanted to. This year I’ve made a vow to stay healthy, and it feels great to know that I’m actually achieving it. Me and mom hardly ever get out, she’s always working, and I’m always taking care of the kids. I’m so blessed to say that she is my best friend, and that I truly enjoy hanging out with her! It was definitely one of the best days so far this year!

    I can tell this is going to be a great year, and things are going to start looking up for me and my family. Everything seems to be falling in order, and it’s so amazing! Chris has found a job, so we have gotten to do more as a family, and are starting to save and look at our future. Me and mom are starting to get to do more things together without the kids tagging along. And hopefully soon me and Chris will get some alone time as well, and possibly go out on a romantic date. I’ve also got my teeth almost all fixed! Thank you so much Lord for blessing us this year! So how is everyone’s year going? I would love to hear about it!

So Confused

2014-03-07T13:00:00.000-05:00

This week has been so confusing. I do love Chris so much but I hate the way things were when we were together. I put so much time and energy into our relationship while he put very little, if any in. In a perfect world I would say that we would get back together and he would have really changed like he says he has. But I’m afraid that he hasn’t really changed for good and that he will turn back into that man he once was. This is something that I just can’t handle or put myself through anymore.

    I think deep down in my heart he’s seen how hard it is to not have his family and is really willing to change for life. But I’m going to have to wait till he comes home for good on the 13th to find out. He’s going to have to prove it to me. I will never be with another man that treats me like that. I deserve to be treated great. I have done a good job raising three children on my own, and picking up all the pieces with a smile on my face. Sure I hit my bottom and I have days that are a lot harder than others, but still I’ve never given up.

    He asked if I would ever consider moving in, and I told him no. I want things to go slow; I don’t want to just give in. He’s going to have to work harder this time. For once I want to be the girl that some guy wants to take out on a date that is kind and wants to spend time with me. I want someone to work hard to get me, I want to be the catch. Then hopefully one day we will move in together, get engaged and then get married. That would make me the happiest girl in the world.

    His first test to see if he’s really changed is if he really talks to mom and apologizes to her in person. Which I hope he does, I know as a mom she worries about me being with him. And he hasn’t done a very good job at proving himself in the past. So maybe this time he can get it right. I’m not really sure how all that will go, but I guess we will find out.

    It’s all just so confusing to me, because he is my soul mate; I can feel it deep down inside me. Even when we break up something always brings us back together even if it’s years later, and somehow we both have the same feeling we did when we was together. I just hope that if we do end up getting back together that he really has changed and that things will work out and be amazing! Have any of you had any men trouble that you would like to share?

Struggles

2014-03-04T13:00:00.000-05:00

    Do you ever sit and just wonder how your life turned out the way it did? Don’t get me wrong I love my children to death and I’m so glad they are in my life. But I feel like I’ve just ran across this huge rock in my road of life. I keep trying to make it over and around and just every which way to get over this rock. But everything I try just keeps failing. I just recently got out of a long, hard relationship. You know the kind, the ones where you put all your love and energy into it, and end up not getting anything out of it (other than two of my three beautiful children). It seems I’ve drained all my energy on it.

    So now I’m living back at home with no money, no job, no anything. I wish that I could just get out of this rut, get over this huge rock of my life. I want more than anything to be able give my babies everything they could ever want, to not have to worry about not having money. Or to stop putting stress onto the ones I love. I know some of you reading this are thinking that I’m lazy, or possibly worthless. But you have no idea what I’ve been through or the situation that I’m in. My life went downhill fast in 2013. It’s probably been the worst year of my life. So I’m trying so hard to pick up the pieces and turn it all around in 2014. I really feel like this is our year. So many things are already turning around. But it’s a very slow process. And sometimes it just gets so tiring to be so strong all the time.

    If it wasn’t for my mother, I’m not sure where I would be right now. Probably still in the same tiring, energy draining relationship. I get my strength from her for sure. She’s the strongest woman I know. Sometimes I feel her disappointment in me. But she even doesn’t know my past or things I’ve been through. I’m just trying to burn all the old bad bridges, and build new better ones. Ones that help, protect, and provide for me and my little angels. I want to start over this year. I want to do things right. Even if it is a long process, I will continue on this road and wait till everything turns out right. I can find the strength inside myself. I can do this. I will do this. Things will start to look up for us.

    I know everyone has hard times, and I know that things could be worse for me. And I’m very thankful for everything I have in my life. If any of you are going through a hard time, and would like to share it, please do, and know you’re not alone. I want this blog to represent the everyday mom. The struggles we face in life, and within ourselves. And the happy times, the little things our kids do that make us smile and life. All moms and women are welcome, and I hope you feel welcome.

The Hulk Is Growing Up

2014-03-02T13:00:00.000-05:00

In two days my son will be two years old. I’m so proud of the little boy that he’s become. Yet at the same time I’m so sad to see him grow up so fast. He’s gotten to the point where it’s hard to get him to give me kisses and cuddle, because he thinks he’s too big. It really breaks my heart. Most days he tries my patience, he’s definitely a boy with all his rough and tough playing (that usually drives his sisters crazy). But he can also be so kind. Sometimes when Chloe is crying he’ll say “mom sissy cryin’”. Then he’ll go over and offer her his paci.

He knows apple starts with a. He can count to 3, and is almost potty trained (but he keeps sliding). He loves wearing his cowboy boots all the time, even to bed. His hair is shaggy, and almost always tangled in the back, no matter how many times I brush it. He loves playing with his and my hair when he’s tired, and won’t go to sleep without his paci. He says please and thank you, tells you goodnight, and I love you. Sometimes he’ll even pick up his toys after only telling him once. He’ll eat about anything (or at least try it). But he loves carrots, Salisbury steaks (you know the cheap kind that come frozen in the box lol), and macaroni and cheese, bread (he will take it out of the loaf and just eat it plain lol), and any kind of cheese.

With all that being said please let me say I’m not trying to brag or make anyone feel bad if your child can’t do some of that. Because we all know that children learn at different levels, and different times. Trust me Banner has plenty of bad moments. Like for example, I can’t keep him out of the A&D ointment or lotions. He will get a hold of them and rub it all over himself. He loves spray bottles (we have ones with dish soap and water in them for easy clean up), he will get them and spray everything. I’m trying to get him to just take his paci when he sleeps, but it is incredibly hard. He hardly ever listens! Most of the time, I have to make him clean up his messes, because he won’t. Or if I tell him to go use the potty he throws a huge fit, like sitting on the potty is going to kill him. He throws fits and bits, pinches, and smacks his sisters, and really anyone. He keeps getting in trouble for it, but nothing helps. I’ve tried talking to him, giving him time out, smacking his hands, giving him a spanking, and biting him back but nothing works. He’s really bad about getting into stuff he shouldn’t like purses, drawers, and stuff out of bedrooms. But over all I’d say he’s just a normal little 2 year old boy, and I’m so happy he’s mine! Happy 2nd birthday Banner!! I love you little man!  What are the ages of your kids?

Thermal-Aid Review

2013-07-17T19:20:00.000-04:00

*I was compensated in some way for this post please see below*

Thermal-Aid recently sent me both their Bear and their Medium Sectional. Unfortunately I've had the opportunity to try both out. This because my 2 month old baby girl gets gas real easy, my 18 month old son is teething (he has 4 back teeth coming in at once), and recently my 5 year old daughter got an earache! With all these crazy situations going on, I honestly don't know what I would've done without Thermal-Aid, or what I did before it! Both products have made my life so much easier, and honestly I wish I would've found them a long time ago!

Here is a little bit more about Thermal-Aid and their products: Thermal-Aid is a 100% natural heating and cooling pack. Sometimes nature needs a little science. Our researchers worked closely with milling engineers using a unique patented process, which removes the embryo/germ tip cap and outer coat from each kernel of corn, leaving the purest and cleanest portion of the corn product. This process hardens the specialized de-germinated corn, allowing it to hold temperatures evenly for long periods of time. Thermal-Aid has 7 different animals. They also have many uses some include, sprains, muscle soreness, headaches, growing pains, colic, earaches, bug bites, bee stings, flu symptoms, insomnia, sunburn, fever, lactation, menstrual cramps, back pain, and sciatic never pain due to pregnancy just to name a few. There are many more uses for the Thermal-Aid products, I invite you to try them on any of your problems, and you may be surprised just how helpful they are!
With my 2 month old, I warm up the Bear in the microwave and lay it on her stomach, or I'll heat up the Medium Sectional and lay her on her belly on it. But I always make sure it's just warm, not hot! For my 18 month old I warm up the Bear or the Medium Sectional in the microwave and have him hold either one on his cheeks so it helps his teeth. Since my 5 year old had a fever and an earache, I put the Bear in the freezer overnight, and took it out and let her hug it to help her fever go down. Then I warmed the Medium Sectional in the microwave and had her lay the ear that hurts on it. Like I mentioned before the Thermal-Aid products have worked wonders for my kids! The only complaint I have is that they don't stay hot or cold as long as I'd like them too. But other than that they are miracle workers! So overall I love the products, and would recommend them to anyone. Especially those with children, because they definitely come in handy! The Thermal-Aid animals retail for $14.95 plus $7.95 p&h.

*I recieved a Thermal-Aid Medium Sectional, and a Thermal-Aid Bear so I could do this review, no other compensation will be given. All opinions above are mine and mine alone!*

Personalized Gifts For Mom From Treat Giveaway

2013-04-22T16:15:00.001-04:00

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In our family, it's become quite a tradition to send personalized gifts for holidays! Because when you don't get to see each other very often (or even if you do) who doesn't love to receive a beautiful gift, or card with your loved ones pictures on it, or something special written inside? One of my favorites, is the one I sent my mother a few years ago, it was a beautiful card with the kids pictures on it, and I wrote something personal and dear to my heart on the inside. It just makes holidays that much more special! That why this year for Mother's Day, I'll be sending out personalized cards again (and I hope to get some in return!).

Treat.com has some great gift options! Once you pick out your card and customize it, you can then pick a gift to send with the card! How awesome is that? Two amazing personalized gifts in one (because I count the beautiful cards as a gift all alone!). Plus you get free shipping (a $5.99 value) for any gift you give! Talk about an awesome deal! I think I'm going to send a card, and mug to my mother, and grandmother-in-law. Then a card and a easel to my grandmother, and mother-in-law! Which ever option you choose, you can't go wrong, because all of their items are so beautiful! So now that you have all this great information, are you ready for a giveaway? Please enter the giveaway below for 5 Treat card credits! Good luck and have fun!

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*I will receive 5 Treat card credits for this post, no other compensation will be given. All opinions above are mine and mine alone!*

Rackets, Tacos, and Candy...Oh My!

2013-04-11T16:42:00.003-04:00

    What a day! So after getting up early and getting everyone feed and ready to go. Off to town we went. First we went to a local thrift store, where my son wanted down, and tried to run all over the store screaming from excitement. Until he found a kids tennis racket that he insisted on carrying around the store, and slamming on the floor every 5 seconds! So after mean old mommy took the racket away, and picked his little but up, and told both kids that it was in fact time to leave, he began to scream again! Only this time he was pissed! So we checked out, and got everyone buckled back into the car.

     Then off to eat we went. My daughter is obsessed with tacos (I've never in my life seen a 4 year old eat so many at once lol), so we went to Taco Bell. Where I stood in line with both kids in tow for what seemed like 30 minutes. Finally we gave our order, got our pops, got our food, and found a seat. Where my daughter proceeded to eat her taco the same way she always does (like it's a watermelon). And my son decided he had no interest in eating at all. Instead he thought it would be much more fun, to throw various item onto the floor, such as his food, his sippy cup, and of course his paci. And then turned around and tried to pull the business woman's hair that (for some unknown reason?) decided to sit right behind us, when there was a million available seats! Why people do that still amazes me, if I was a single woman, going out for lunch with a college, I most definitely wouldn't sit right behind the screaming toddler! But hey to each their own! So after telling Banner for the hundredth time "no", "please stop", "sit down NOW!!". I decided it was time to again pack up the kids and head for the car.
So now that everyone is buckled in once again, it is time for our final stop of the day, before going home! To the grocery store, now I want to remind everyone, that I usually don't have any problems with my kids at the store. Other than the occasional, poop coming out of the diaper, or Banner screaming because he loves to hear himself. But other than that we are good to go. And I didn't think this time would be any different! Boy was I wrong! So we got a cart, one with a car, because my daughter had been good most of the day, and usually I tell her no, but today I gave in. BIG mistake!! I put Audrey in the car, and Banner in the front of the cart, with my list, and purse. But after him loosing his only paci, throwing my list out, and all of the items out of my purse. I decided he needed to go in the car with his sister. Where he was so content. I didn't even really know either was there, it was so amazing and so peaceful! Until that is we went to check out. Now if you've ever used one of these carts before, you know what I'm talking about (I never had before, only Chris lol). After I finally figured out how to squeeze myself into where I could put my items up on the counter, it then took my 20 minutes to figure out how to make the cart fit in the isle (why don't they make the isles big enough for these carts? Oh and by the way, they are insane to turn!) It was then I realized that the candy at the check out where on my sons side of the car, and he too had realized it! He proceeded to yank every package of M&M's and Skittles he could find off the shelf, and into the tiny car, while my daughter yelled "no Banner your going to get into trouble!". All while the cashier looked at me like I was stupid! So 7 months pregnant and all I had to lean over the cart, and the top of the car (picture me laying across this stupid thing) so I could unbuckle my son and drag him out the windshield of the little car. I then asked my daughter to put everything back, and put my son in the cart basket. That was my next HUGE mistake. As soon as I sat him down, he spotted the little shiny red bottles of 5 Hour Energy which he then through into our cart. So I picked him up again, and put him in the front of the cart, and buckled his little ass down! And then took all the little red bottles out of the cart! We finally then checked out without any problems, and I took my little brats to the car, and buckled them in. That's where I declared I'm never going to the store without their dad EVER again!!!
    Oh and I know your thinking, well at least they burnt out their energy, and slept good on the way home, or when they got home. Um no my daughter sang the same song the whole (1 hour drive) way home, while my son tried to scream over top of her. Then when we got home, my son and daughter went full force at each other, just like always! So help me lord, I hope this baby can handle her brother, and sister! And lord please give me the patience to handle all three! So how are your days out with your kids?

1..2..Buckle Your Shoe

2013-04-07T11:09:00.001-04:00

So after all winter of wearing zip up ugg style boots, Audrey had a huge surprise for me the other day. She can almost tie her shoes all by herself! I almost had a peed myself when I seen her do it. And I have no idea where she learned to do it either. Because in our family no has worn shoes with laces since November, heck I'm just now buying new gym shoes for the kids so they can put their boots away! So I don't know if Audrey's been secretly practicing while everyone is asleep, or if she just remembered how I done it 6 months ago. But either way I'm in total shock! I mean could this really be my child? I couldn't even tie my shoes until the end of Kindergarten! I remember this because they was going to hold me back until I learned (stupid rule huh?). I told my mom that I could just wear velcro shoes for the rest of my life lol!

I just can't believe how fast she's growing up, it kills me inside to see her so tall and so smart. I'm so proud of her, but at the same time I can't believe that my baby, is now a big girl, and will soon be going to Kindergarten as well! Time goes by so fast, Banner is getting so big too. My little baby that used to love to cuddle his mommy, now just wants down so he can run and play. And now when he spots a dog, he says "oof, oof". I find myself shedding tears sometimes, but the fact is that I'm a very proud mommy, and am so blessed to have got to witness all their achievements (both big and small) first hand! I wouldn't trade being a mommy for anything in the world (except for maybe an hour of peace and quiet, but then I'd want them right back!). So have your kids surprised you with any of their achievements? I'd love to hear about them!

The Christian Mama's Guide To Parenting A Toddler by: Erin MacPherson Review

2013-04-04T20:27:00.001-04:00

I love this book! I've really found it truly inspirational, and full of great advice! I also love that I can relate to a lot of the situations she's went though. It doesn't feel as though she's a professional giving me cold advice. But more like a best friend that's been through the same the thing, and is trying to help. Unlike most parenting books (that I only read when I'm trying to find information), I read this book all the way through (and found it enjoying). I also have so many pages highlighted, and dog eared because it has so much helpful tips and advice!

Here's a little bit more about the book: The Christian Mama's Guide To Parenting A Toddler, everything you need to know to survive (and love) your child's terrible twos. How did your kid go from so sweet to so not--so fast? What's a mom to do when her sweet baby's smiles and snuggle turn to tears and tantrums? Let's get on thing clear: whoever invented the term "terrible twos" had obviously never spent too much time with a one and a half year old because, as any parent of a toddler will tell you, the terrible twos start looong before the second birthday. Here's one Christian mama's take on every toddler from throwing food to potty training to massive toddler fits. Full of helpful tips (how to stop a tantrum in its tracks) and amusing anecdotes (no, your kid isn't the only one who smears sweet potatoes in his hair). The Christian Mama's Guide to Parenting a Toddler has the sanity saving advice you want to hear, and the you're not a bad mom just because your kid is acting obnoxious support you need!
Overall not only did I find this book helpful (Banner is starting to go through the terrible twos already!), but I also found it very enjoyable to read! I've tried several of her tips with Banner, and while some didn't workout, most did! Which is great for this mama's sanity! I also love her Time Out For Mom sections with the prayers! I would recommend this book to any mom of a toddler, or baby ages 1-3! It really is a great read! The Christian Mama's Guide To Parenting A Toddler by: Erin MacPherson retails for $15.99

I received The Christian Mama's Guide To Parenting free of charge, so I could do this review. All thought's and opinions expressed above are mine and mine alone! No other compensation was received! I received this book from BookSneeze.

The Luck Of The Ummm......Bunny?

2013-04-01T10:00:00.002-04:00

First I want to start of by saying happy late Easter! I hope everyone had a really good Easter! Audrey had a pretty good day, even though she was still recovering from a stomach virus, but Banner on the other hand had a horrible day! Which is awful being his first Easter and all, I really had hoped it would go smoothly. But in our family I should've known better!

     Everything was going good until around 2. We had eaten our ham, both little bellies were full. They had all the toys the Easter bunny brought all drug out and playing "nicely" (other than the fact that my son was dying for my daughters new necklace). So I went to use the restroom. Thinking everything would be fine for five minutes, with their great grandma keeping an eye on them. Then just as I finished I heard it. It was the worst scream I've heard leave my sons mouth, followed by a "Rebecca, hurry". So I ran to the living room to see my son screaming at the top of his lungs, face red as could be, reaching out for me. Great grandma told me she thought he hurt his mouth on the door.
    I then ran to our bedroom looking inside his mouth to see if I could see any blood or any signs of pain. And then I seen it, the cause of all the screaming and crying. My son had a big fat lip! And instantly I knew what happened. See after great grandma cooked, she thought it was hot, so she opened the screen door, and a wasp came flying into our wonderful ham smelling house. So when Banner went over to the door to play the little sucker stung him right on his upper lip. So mommy calmed little man down, killed the wasp, and put some medicine on his lip. After about 5 mins all was good in the world of Banner. He was back to his rotten self, biting, pulling hair, climbing on furniture.
     Then about 2 hours went by, and I heard another sound of screaming coming from the living room. So I ran in there to see what in the world was going on with my rotten children now (ok I really don't run anymore I walk because their always screaming about something!). And there was poor Banner sitting there red face, tears running down his checks again! When I asked what had happened, I was told him and Audrey were playing and chasing each other when Banner slid on a book, and fell face first on the the carpet. Poor little guy, that would hurt on a normal day, but with a fat lip, you know it was painful! So mommy proceeded to make everything all better, and then I declared it nap time for the little bear.
      So Easter was very unkind to poor little Banner then on top of it all he had to get a bath, because he was so sticky from a sucker he had eaten earlier. And honestly I think he hated that most of all. I've never heard a kid scream and cry so loud in all my life just because he has to get a bath. But after it was all done and over with and he was dry and in his pajamas smelling like a little baby should. Well only then was everything good in the world of Banner. Hopefully next Easter will be much kinder to the little man! How was your Easter?

2013-03-30T18:53:00.001-04:00

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Carmex Healing Lotion and Cream Review and Giveaway

2013-03-30T15:37:00.004-04:00

I recently received a tube of Carmex Healing Lotion and a tube of Carmex Healing Cream to try out. And I'm here to say I love them! There especially great with my dry skin. Their not greasy feeling like some lotions and creams are, and I love the pleasant scent (that doesn't send my pregnancy nose into overdrive)! I use the lotion every morning and the cream every night before bed. I also use them after the shower and on my growing belly! And so far there's not a place of dry skin on my body!

It Soothes. It Heals. It Protects. Carmex has been healing dry, chapped lips for over 70 years. Finally, Carmex Skin Care is here with a new solution to heal and repair your driest, roughest skin. It's made using a patent pending process that delivers concentrated healing and moisturization of your driest roughest skin. Use on your driest skin--especially hands, feet, elbows, and knees. 9 healing ingredients penetrate and help repair your very dry, rough or cracked skin. Concentrated--use a small amount. Absorbs fast for a non-greasy feel; has a light, pleasant scent.
Overall I loved both the Carmex Healing Lotion and the Carmex Healing Cream! They are great for anyone that has dry skin, whether just during pregnancy, the winter, or all year round. And the fact that you only have to use a small amount because their concentrated is even better! I also love the pleasant smell, and the 9 healing ingredients! And I can even use both of them on my kids, without worrying about the scent breaking them out. I would recommend both the Carmex Healing Lotion and Carmex Healing Cream to anyone! Now time for the fun part. Enter the giveaway below :) Good luck and have fun! Open to US only, and no P.O Boxes.

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*I received a tube of Carmex Healing Cream and tube of Carmex Healing Lotion, and a Carmex jacket free of charge. For being apart of the Carmex Blog Outreach. But all thoughts and opinions expressed above are mine and mine alone!

My Prayer

2013-03-25T21:27:00.001-04:00

Dear God,
I know this family has been far from prefect most of the time. But we've always kept you in our hearts, and souls. I want to start of by thanking you for all the blessing you've given us over the years, I don't know what I would do without you in my life. You've offered this family so many wonderful opportunities, and have given us more chances than we deserve! Today has been one of the worst of my life, and I pray that you give me and Chris both the strength to make it through this challenge, and to rise above it all! We need you by our sides, because without you, we will just fall to the bottom, and never get back up. Please look over him as he goes through this. I know that this is your plan, and at the end will make us better people, and stronger. But it's probably going to be the hardest thing that either of us have ever had to endure. In your name I pray.
Amen