I received several emails asking what I did for the cake part of Gavin's Mario Brothers party. I have to tell you I didn't really do anything creative. We got back from vacation the day before his party and there really wasn't much time for baking. I had offered to make him cupcakes but he really wanted a "big cake".Here is the final cake. I was a little annoyed because I did a photo cake and they … [Read more...]
Aloha Friday – Photographs
If you've never heard of it, it started over on An Island Life.I ask a question....I answer it....and then you answer it too!Sound like fun?___________________________________________So, for this week's question:Q: Do you print out pictures that you take?A:I find that I take thousands of pictures every year. In the past two weeks I've taken well over 2000 … [Read more...]
I’m Going to BlogHer, Are you? Need a Sponsorship? Why I’m Entering To Be An Energizer® Recharge Smart™ Charger and get $2000 to Help w/ My Expenses!
That's right I'm going to push up my sleeves and make it to BlogHer this year! Last year I heard all the hype and just told myself it wasn't something I was interested in. Now I see it as a place to connect with my readers and other bloggers I read. Slowly I began saving my ad money and paid for my BlogHer ticket. I'm watching train schedules now and a sponsorship would really help me get … [Read more...]
Winners! Winners! Winners! Plus ENDING tonight!
I know! I know! I'm horrible for keeping you in suspense all this time. I was going to just do a couple here and there to catch up but I know you guys like your winner's posts. So I'm doing them all together.aden + anais Dream BlanketCongrats The Graves Family (Monkey Tales)4moms Clearwater Infant TubCongrats AndreaVtech Kids MobiGoCongrats AmyBaggo Outdoor GameCongrats MomsRUsDon't forget the … [Read more...]
Aloha Friday – Relaxation
If you've never heard of it, it started over on An Island Life.I ask a question....I answer it....and then you answer it too!Sound like fun?___________________________________________So, for this week's question:Q: Is it hard for you to take a vacation?A: The hubs and I find it so hard to step away from the phone and computers to get away. This past week we … [Read more...]
Burger King Has New Twilight Kids Meal Toys & Crowns…Say Wha?
Now don't get me wrong I {LOVE} the series. I am a die hard fan who read all the books (even the Bree Tanner one!), bought all the DVD's, etc.But seriously? Kids Meal Toys? You've got to be kidding me!I don't often ramble about companies cons but really why do I want to explain to my 3 year old what a blood sucking murdering vampire is??? Please Explain!I don't often buy fast food for my kids but … [Read more...]
About This Week….
Things are crazy busy around here this week. Hubby is on vacation. He only takes one whole week of a year and this is it. So we are doing little trips, fun stuff with the kids, enjoying our boat, and so on!On top of all the fun stuff we Gavin will be turning FOUR on Saturday! I can't believe my baby is going to be FOUR! It just blows my mind! Of course I'm throwing him one heck of a birthday … [Read more...]
Random Tuesday Thoughts – Boating & Bandages
The other day we were playing outside and weeding our garden when we noticed this turtle walking up our driveway. Yes, I know not that uncommon but in our area this is not something you see everyday. In fact hardly ever. Needless the boys were so excited to find it. We brought it out into our woods near a stream so it would be safe.We finally made it out on the river this past weekend. We anchored … [Read more...]
CSN Stores Prefered Blogger
With the Birthday Bash quickly approaching it only makes sense to have www.toysandgamesonline.com be a part of the bash. They have so many of our favorite brands and selections available to us. Many of those choices come with free shipping! Often times they are even cheaper then on the manufacturer's website!Gavin will be turning 4 and my niece will be turning 2 along with those ages comes the … [Read more...]
