Life With 4 Boys

Publix One List Life Promotion: Score Great Deals and Free Chicken

2012-02-24T17:19:00.000-05:00

Attention Publix Shoppers! From February 23–29 you can participate in P&G’s “One List Life” promotion, available exclusively at Publix: simply select any four fabulous participating P&G items and pick up a FREE Rotisserie Chicken while you’re at it! Learn more at www.savingspg.com. We are huge fans of Publix around here. I used to be a hardcore coupon queen before I ran low on time during the

"Guy Time" Food Fun with Ball Park Franks + Hotdogopus Recipe!

2012-02-24T07:08:00.000-05:00

It's no secret that guys like to play with their food, and they like food that is interesting to say the least. Since most the guys in my life are still in the maturing phase (are they really ever out of it?), I have come up with several go-to hot dog recipes throughout the years that are perfect for get-togethers, game days or just a quick meal at home. With the help of Ball Park whose new

20 Weeks #Surrogacy Update!

2012-02-22T19:19:00.001-05:00

So we found out last week that my IF's will be bringing home a little girl. Tomorrow I am officially 20 weeks along and halfway to the finish line! Things have been going great and this little surro-girl sure is a big bundle of joy. Literally! She is huge, and hell bent on making me that way too. I shovel salads at her and she still grows, but I have only gained a total of 5 pounds so far, so we

Girl or Boy? - The Great Surrogacy Reveal!

2012-02-15T13:01:00.000-05:00

My IF's and I have been anxiously awaiting this day since the beginning of this whole journey. The day we could find out whether they get to bring home a healthy baby boy or girl in a few months. It is hard to believe the pregnancy is almost half over and I cannot wait to see this wonderful family made whole! So today I went for an ultrasound and found out what my IF's are expecting. It is a

4 Things My Boys Do That I Will Never Understand

2012-02-10T07:14:00.001-05:00

As a mom of all boys, I have had surprisingly more in common with them than I would have ever had in common with girls had I had them. I was always a bit of a tomboy myself and still am, but there are things that my boys do that even I fail to understand. I mean, my oldest dunked a chicken tender in jelly last night "just to see" what it would taste like. Guess what it tasted like? Gross, that's

6 Ways Tweens Are Like Vampires

2012-02-07T06:57:00.000-05:00

My oldest son is 11 going on 31 and my second oldest just turned 10. There is something that happens to a child when they reach those double digits. Something that turns them from the sweet cuddle bugs they used to be into moody tweens that know far more than we could ever hope to as adults. I was thinking about this change the other day and started noticing a pattern between tweens and moody

Walgreens Helps You Save on Over 8,000 Brand-Name Medications

2012-02-03T16:00:00.002-05:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walgreens for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. If you are someone who has to have prescriptions filled each month like me, then you know the value of having a pharmacy you can rely on to have low prices, fast service and always have the medicine in stock. A few months ago, I was introduced to the Walgreens Prescription Savings Club and

Feathers and Fury - A Tale of Neighborly Discourse

2012-02-03T14:03:00.000-05:00

Call it pregnancy hormones, but I have been on a rampage against rude people. I now find myself with a dilemma that I don't quite know how to solve. This issue has been going on for a few weeks now and I am about to break. It all boils down to chickens. Live, squawking, crowing chickens that terrorize me, the kids, the dog and even the cats. My neighbors own two roosters and about 4-6 hens.

Men. Easier Fed Than Understood + $1/1 Ball Park Coupon!

2012-01-28T18:00:00.002-05:00

It is no secret that testosterone runs my household. Sometimes it is so packed with male hormones, I can actually feel my own voice getting deeper. Really though, as my boys get older, I find them harder and harder to understand and I long ago gave up trying to grasp the inner workings of Matt's brain. One thing that is simple though, is finding food that they love and that is easy to make. Ball

16 Week Surrogacy Update!

2012-01-27T10:12:00.000-05:00

Wow, where has the time gone? It seems like just yesterday we transferred two little embryos and now there is one strong healthy little surrobean that is 16 weeks along today! The baby is healthy as can be and I am so thrilled for my IF's. Things have been a little rough in early months and I seem to go from one illness to the next, but I am starting to get back to my old self again now and

Has Common Courtesy Been Replaced By The Me Generation?

2012-01-17T06:27:00.001-05:00

I am currently at Disney World with my four boys for a week. I trip that always brings plenty of laughter, smiles and magic. However, this year it has also brought along something else, a general lack of common courtesy. It has been so noticeable on this trip, that I felt the need to write this post at 6AM as I wait for the boys to get up and ready for another day of fun. Do people not have

My Top 25 Resolutions for the New Year - Monday Mojo

2012-01-03T12:08:00.000-05:00

Yes, I am aware it is the 3rd of January and I am also aware that it is no longer Monday. The boys go back to school on Thursday. Trust me, I know exactly what day it is. However, I have been a little slow on the roll lately, so my Monday Mojo post is going up on Tuesday and if you have not had a chance to join in, you can keep linking up with Eclectic Six Media all week long! Without further

Being Prepared for the Unexpected

2011-12-31T23:00:00.002-05:00

Living in Florida, we have had our fair share of hurricane warnings. Other states face tornado warnings, earthquakes, floods, the possibility for disaster is everywhere. It is easy to be unprepared when it strikes. It is simple to get in the habit of thinking everything is safe and cozy, but at any moment, your whole world could be flipped upside down. I for one am guilty of not having a secret

Extend Your Holiday Cheer at Universal Studios

2011-12-28T11:22:00.000-05:00

Sad because the excitement of the holidays is over? Well now you don't have to be! Extend your holiday cheer with a trip to Universal Studios and ring in the new year with tons of fun holiday activities for the whole family to enjoy. From a song filled rendition of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" to the jaw dropping full sized floats in the Macy's Holiday Parade, there is plenty of holiday fun

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2011-12-20T23:30:00.002-05:00

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Marzetti Otria Greek Yogurt Veggie Dip Review

2011-12-19T20:30:00.001-05:00

With holiday party season in full swing, everyone is busy planning the perfect menu. Need a pick me up for those boring veggies? Marzetti Otria Greek Yogurt Veggie Dips have just what you need. We were given the opportunity to try one of these and it was so good I had to go back for other varieties as well. These really would make the perfect addition to your holiday buffet table or hors

Growing Your Blog with Email Marketing

2011-12-18T22:31:00.001-05:00

Before starting my blog, I dabbled in Internet marketing. It really wasn't for me, but some aspects of what I learned through that avenue have carried over to this one. For instance, the SEO information I gained from studying Internet marketing has proven handy in the blogging world. With marketing online, the focus is on building a list of email contacts. This is so you can reach out and market

Lowes Portofino Bay Hotel - Holiday in the Harbour and Perfect Holiday Fun

2011-12-17T17:03:00.001-05:00

This time last weekend, we were blessed enough to be staying at one of the most gorgeous hotels I have ever had the opportunity to visit. If you are headed to the Orlando area to experience all the holiday fun that Universal Studios has to offer, you could not choose a more perfect hotel full of breathtaking details and plenty of holiday fun for the whole family! {The Rooms} Check in at the

Last Minute Gift Ideas for Guys?

2011-12-16T12:04:00.001-05:00

I have the hardest time shopping for Matt. He will rarely ever let me know what he wants or even give me a clue, which leaves me debating gifts like a toilet bank or other gag type gifts that he surely deserves for not even giving me a clue. Right? Unfortunately, I am not that mean or snarky, so I am still on the hunt for that perfect gift. I could just get him another tool, but he honestly has

UNO Roboto Adds a Whole New Dimension of Family Fun!

2011-12-16T09:02:00.000-05:00

We have all heard of UNO before. In fact, I would venture to say we have all played it at least once in our life. It is a whole lot of fun mixed with the ability to get revenge, what could be greater than that? I have loved UNO ever since I was a kid and would play it with my family and friends. I was recently given the opportunity to try out UNO Roboto. This is UNO on speed people! They have

Jedi Knights - Now Specializing in the Art of Labor Induction

2011-12-16T06:58:00.004-05:00

Jedi Needed To Induce Labor Date: 2011-06-15, 5:35PM EDT I am nearing towards my due date and I am miserable. My child is about 9 lbs now and I still have 2 weeks to go. I was hoping that tonight's full moon will do the trick, but this child is as snug as a bug in my uterus. I'm looking for someone who possesses Jedi powers to use their mind tricks on my child to convince him to come early. The

Giving Back This Holiday Season - Are you in Need?

2011-12-13T14:48:00.000-05:00

I have been blessed this year. Not so much with tons of money, but just in life. There used to be a time though, when I would wait out in the freezing weather for 9-10 hours just at the chance of getting a toy from a local church to help give my boys a Christmas. Those years are long since over, but I am forever grateful for those who were able to help me when I most needed it. That is why I

Hickory Farms Provides Perfect Gift Ideas This Holiday Season

2011-12-12T21:24:00.000-05:00

Christmas is quickly approaching and with it comes a long list of people who need presents, but what to buy? If you are like me, you have a hard time picking out presents for those hard to shop for people on your list. Luckily, Hickory Farms comes to the rescue this holiday season with their delicious gift baskets and boxes. From fresh fruit to the traditional summer sausages and cheeses, there

Searching for the Perfect Gifts for Kids? WowWee Has It Covered! Save 10%

2011-12-09T08:55:00.001-05:00

We are huge fans of WowWee toys in this home. My 8 year old has long been a fan of Paper Jamz and the new Light one of the first ever WOW-Moms, I of course jumped at the chance! They really do produce some of the coolest and most affordable toys on the market for both girls and boys. Their new line of Light Sprites for girls are adorable and my 6 year old even enjoyed playing with them. {About

When You're a Surrogate

2011-12-07T16:02:00.000-05:00

Newest picture of healthy baby B! When you are a surrogate you take on a couple's hopes and dreams for a family. It is both an incredible honor and a huge responsibility. Sometimes, things don't always go as planned though and then you take on that couple's pain. My IF's have walked down the transfer road 7 times now. This time with me was the first time they had actually had a positive outcome