tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:06:16 +0000lifemonkey boymeartbirthdayfoodphotographyfamilyikepreschooler anticstoddler anticsworkboysstresstravelarcade firebusyconcertdreamfotofesthurricane madnessliving greenpaintingparenthoodprojectroad tripsummerAustinEarth DayThanksgivingTofurkeyZilker Parkart crawlart festivalback to schoolbagballoonsbioblessingsblueboy bangsbraidscanon g12car troublechasechocolateclan of xymoxcleaningcritterscrystal methoddaily styledj showdogsdrivingfashionfrogsfuneral directorgallery openinggerman festhealthherpsholidayhomehoroscopehouseholdhoustonhummusillnessipodkitchenmichelle obamamodern journalismmother's daymusicnatalienephewsnumbersparkpeacockpeoplephoto clubpit bullpondpoopopsicleportraitspreparation for stormspumpkin patchrantredretail therapyritasadsexyshoppingsoapsonsushisustainibilitytargettech toysteenagersthe naked and famousthe woodlandstherapytowelsturning 30turtlesvalentine's dayvansweekendwritingI'm a chronic blogger who posts when compelled to share things that inspire me, including but not limited to life in general, family, kids, pets, music, art, photography, food & wine. I always try to spread the love.http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)Blogger107125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-4305308782621128083Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:49:00 +00002012-01-12T16:22:09.802-06:00Happy New Year! I've been MIA lately, for a variety of reasons. One, we've had annoying network issues, and two, I just haven't had anything inspiring to post. Nothing new to report. Same stuff, different day. I've just been a-floating, drifting along, immersed in the every day grind. Yet again, I've found myself drowning in a mental funk, and once again, I'm ready to tackle it and begin living http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2012/01/live-better.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-8749375792424520028Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:46:00 +00002012-01-14T12:58:25.045-06:00lifethe naked and famousThe Naked And Famous - Young Blood from The Naked And Famous on Vimeo. I can't believe it's been exactly five months since my last update! I had every intention of blogging my way through the summer, but things didn't work out as planned. I'm really good at planning things out in my head, but as my husband says, that's not where things happen. It wasn't all my fault though. We had canceled our http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/10/trying-to-find-in-betweens.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-4253560271831822895Wed, 18 May 2011 20:23:00 +00002012-01-05T15:37:24.983-06:00arcade fireconcertlifeSo here are the Arcade Fire pics I promised I would post, however, I don't recommend clicking on them to view them full size. Unfortunately, they didn't turn out as good as I thought, as they looked okay on the display screen of the camera, which is about the same size they are here. Oh well. I do like the color of this one and how it's reminiscent of an impressionist painting. The lighting http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/post-concert-blues.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-2865761527222498326Mon, 09 May 2011 21:21:00 +00002012-01-05T15:40:49.077-06:00artclan of xymoxfamilyhoustonmother's daynumbersweekendThis past weekend was one of those crazy, busy weekends with back-to-back commitments, but surprisingly, it was not overwhelming. In fact, it was exhilarating. And as busy as it was, I expected it to flee by, but when I awoke Sunday morning, I could hardly believe I still had a whole day ahead of me. By then, it felt like the weekend had lasted a week. So here's how it went... On Friday, my http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/what-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-3437184608849643382Sat, 07 May 2011 15:47:00 +00002011-05-08T19:05:37.383-05:00canon g12photographyI love it! It can shoot sharp pics in low light conditions and has automatic macro detection. Did I mention I love it! My three sons Squash flower from a vine that sprang from our compost. It's a bit raggedy from Bo trampling it, so hopefully, it'll produce. We haven't had much luck with these in the past so I'm keeping my fingers crossed. My new favorite coffee mug. :) This is a http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/this-cameras-genius.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-6810109805107498161Sat, 07 May 2011 14:52:00 +00002012-01-05T15:42:05.253-06:00  Forget Starbucks! Here's our new favorite way to enjoy a cup of joe. We were introduced to the Irish concoction last weekend when we were visiting some relatives in town. Unfortunately, you can only find it overseas or in duty-free airport shops. Our hostess was kind enough to gift us with our own bottle as her husband frequently travels on business.http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/coffee-break.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-4568616758466619574Fri, 06 May 2011 21:23:00 +00002011-05-10T16:01:11.779-05:00daily stylefashionphotographyLately, I've been perusing various fashion blogs on the web for some wardrobe inspiration. I've seen some cute outfits and have gotten some good ideas, not to mention seen some great photos. I like the skirt I'm wearing, although I look like a schoolmarm, so I decided to do my own fashion posting. You're gonna laugh. I surely did. My 15-yr-old son is the photographer. And since he wants to learnhttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/today-im-fashion-blogger.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-6638091807868531806Fri, 06 May 2011 21:11:00 +00002011-05-09T11:15:33.849-05:00arcade fireconcertthe woodlands You'll have to excuse the bad photo. We were seated in the rear, stage left, and my little coolpix camera did the best he could. It would figure that the Canon G12 camera I ordered came in the very next morning! I took some photos with my friend's newer coolpix camera, and they appeared to be a little sharper. She's going to send them this weekend, so we'll see. Although I did not get the http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/arcade-fire-did-not-disappoint.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-9023079894164819409Tue, 03 May 2011 21:15:00 +00002011-05-09T15:23:50.106-05:00i have so much anticipation for this current month, i can't help but be giddy with excitement. part of it is being the final month before school's out and everyone has spring fever. it's in the air. it's also a busy month, in a good way, because it makes the time go by faster. in the past, this month has been very stressful and overwhelming. that was actually last week, but at present, i feel http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/month-of-may.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-4306292327309968396Mon, 24 Jan 2011 21:38:00 +00002011-05-02T13:56:14.072-05:00ugh! i'm trying to update the appearance of this blog and thought that by using a (very cute) free template, it would make things much easier. WRONG! nothing is turning out how i envision it, and i don't have the time nor patience to figure out the html. for now, this will have to do, but there will be a makeover in the near future!http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/01/blah-blah-blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-5293251459084612071Sat, 08 Jan 2011 15:15:00 +00002011-05-09T12:39:27.376-05:00As I begin to renew various areas of my life each month, there are a couple of specific things I will be working daily. One is renewing my attitude. 2010 was a stressful year, but much smoother compared to the two previous years which were mentally exhausting as a result of some personal and family issues I'd been dealing with. The fact is, certain things may not actually get better or work out http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/01/saturday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-686801846103201462Sun, 02 Jan 2011 15:59:00 +00002011-01-07T20:33:11.245-06:00Instead of making a new year's resolution, I've decided to chose a one-word them for the year to live by. It will serve as a constant reminder of my goals and the changes I want to make in my life. The word for 2011 is RENEW. Each month, I will be choosing a particular aspect of my life that needs renewal, or a makeover, if you will. I plan to post my progress to keep me accountable. For this http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/01/happy-new-year.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-720223627003001941Wed, 15 Dec 2010 23:03:00 +00002011-01-24T11:59:10.802-06:00Bo is our newest member of the family. We adopted him at the beginning of November, 2010 and he's about a year old. Still acts like a puppy. So far, he's proven to be both equally dumb and intelligent. He acts like a cat and loves to chase around the flashlight beam, literally running in circles trying to catch it! Outside, he'll start hauling ass for no apparent reason, then slip on the wet http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2011/01/meet-bo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-1209532540326788185Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:42:00 +00002010-10-15T09:56:12.811-05:00I'm fascinated by dreams and their meaning, even if they really have no significance. I don't often remember my dreams unless I immediately write them down after waking, or if it has a huge emotional impact or makes me think. This morning as my alarm clock sounded, I was dreaming I was in a stark white house that was pretty empty inside. There were windows everywhere covered with a thin, gauzy http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2010/10/what-dreams-are-made-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-5466446067553328439Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:18:00 +00002011-05-02T13:59:43.586-05:00 Wow! My results are surprisingly accurate (for the most part). Click the link above to try it yourself. All you do is click the colors you like in the order of your preference. I took it twice to see how similar the results would be.First attempt:Your Existing Situation"Searching for a close bond with others which are accepting and kind. Needs a safe, peaceful atmosphere." (TRUE)Your Stress http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2010/10/colorquizcom-free-five-minute.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-3452617242009787929Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:56:00 +00002011-05-02T14:00:11.841-05:00I know this is a totally random post, especially considering I haven't posted anything since NOVEMBER, but I'm super excited and just had to share! I made 40 dollars selling two therapeutic rice pillows scented with essential oils! They are the kind you can toss in the nuker for a minute or two, then lay over your shoulders to ease neck and back pain. I made a couple for Christmas gifts and had ahttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2010/03/40-bucks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-2057502315795857845Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:10:00 +00002009-11-20T16:13:18.620-06:00We received positive feedback from yesterday's showing of our home. I'm still crossing my fingers, but not getting my hopes up. I know everything will work out...somehow.http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/11/update.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-7526365151554195534Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +00002009-11-19T16:20:53.230-06:00After mentioning in my last post that we've only had one showing of our home since it's been on the market since September, I just learned that another showing is taking place right NOW! And of course it happens to be on a day that the house is a complete DISASTER! Thankfully, hubby had sufficient notice and was able to spruce it up a bit before the appointment. I really don't want to sell it, http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/11/fingers-crossed.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-2270360642049808312Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:17:00 +00002011-05-02T14:00:59.084-05:00That is, about my face, or more specifically, my nose? Well of all the wonderful things that can happen to me, I end up getting a swollen nose that makes me look like Michael Jackson before his surgeries. I rarely get sick, but this kind of thing will happen, and it's such a pain. Literally. Somehow my nose became inflamed beginning Saturday when I woke up. It felt like somebody punched me or hithttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/11/notice-anything-different.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-255672538774465250Wed, 30 Sep 2009 02:40:00 +00002010-10-28T08:30:01.458-05:00 thirteen years ago i vowed to unconditionally love this man, and although we've hit some rough spots from time to time (as in my birthday post; i've forgiven him, btw), my love for him continues to grow. we've been through so much in our journey together, i believe nothing can come between us. at least, we haven't tried to kill each other. additionally, he's hard-working, intent on reaching his http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/09/happy-anniversary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-6369124478243985357Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:16:00 +00002011-05-02T14:02:20.735-05:00on this day, 33 years ago, i came into this world kicking and screaming. not much has changed since then. :) lately, i find it extremely hard to focus on what's important. here we are, on the verge of loosing our house and all i want to do is go shopping! i've become obsessed with things that carry a price tag of over a hundred bucks each: a sweater dress from anthro, tall, cognac boots, designerhttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/09/oh-happy-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-4475717044616452871Thu, 20 Aug 2009 04:41:00 +00002009-08-20T00:05:52.335-05:00when you realize you've lost three pounds on the same day a dress you order from anthropologie (in a size 4, thank you very much) arrives! i've been working on exercising regularly again, loosing my unhealthy habits and incorporating healthy ones and i'm thrilled with my progress. for the first time in my life, i was struggling with weight and body image issues earlier this year. my clothes begunhttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/08/happiness-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-2050348352674898171Sun, 02 Aug 2009 00:32:00 +00002009-10-02T10:09:41.728-05:00it's hard to believe it's been over a month since my last blurb. the summer is going by so fast my head's a spinnin'. what have i done to show for it? overall, it's been a nice break. last year was so mentally exhausting i was hardly motivated to do anything besides veg on my days off. and even though i still haven't completely checked off my to-do list, it hasn't been a complete waste of time. http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/08/summer-going-by-in-breeze.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-1896363302802653327Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:14:00 +00002009-06-22T09:39:55.902-05:00my 4-yr-old never ceases to amaze my husband and i (or crack us up). ever since he was a baby, we just knew there was an adult inside his tiny body. before he could even speak, he had a look on his face like he understood every word. he's always been very observant, taking in every last detail. so it came as no surprise the other day, while driving home from taekwondo, that he asks, "where do http://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/where-do-boobies-come-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32143553.post-5775320543884825455Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:38:00 +00002009-07-01T09:26:43.617-05:00balloonscritterslifemonkey boypondsummertargetcoming to you in my pjs @8:38 on a monday morn with a cuppa java in my new orla kiely mug (the green pears) that i got ON SALE for 50% off!! i got one of each except for the "brown & grey pear." lazy mornings enjoying my coffee are one of the best things about summer. my first week off was pretty relaxing, yet eventful. i did take some photos, but haven't uploaded them from my camera yet, so i'llhttp://smoochgirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/first-week-of-summer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Smoochgirl)0