Random thoughts

I have spent the last hour reading pasts posts of my own and realized I used to be a really great blogger! I think ever since facebook came along, I have neglected this habit for another. No more neglecting! When I feel the need to share, as I appreciate all of you that share with me, I will post. Can't promise the most interesting but it will be from the heart.

I almost forgot! If you haven't tried these, please do! You simply add 2/3 cup of vanilla yogurt. If you are watching your weight and have a major chocolate crave like myself, this is for you.... just don't eat half the pan like I did the first time.

Lazy Week

It has been somewhat a lazy week here. I took KE to get her school uniforms and took the boys to the doctor yesterday. Fever, runny nose, cough. One has a red throat and other has a red ear so they were both put on meds.

Our debt diet is going fairly well. We have cheated a couple of times. It takes so much discipline to stick to a strict spending schedule. Have any of you paid off debt? How long did it take? What were some of the things you gave up?

Tomorrow we will welcome a new church nursery worker! She is eager to meet the kids and I think everyone will love her.

Have a wonderful rest of the weekend!

Back to Skin Care

Okay, so I appreciate all of your skin answers and it has lead me to lots of research. I went to Wal-mart this morning and decided to take a look at what they had OTC before I even think of spending big bucks at the Dermo. I was bombarded with tons of products that claim what I would call a miracle. My condition is a mild one but I'm not getting any younger!

My condition you ask? MELASMA. This is often called the mask of pregnancy and I was blessed with it when I was prego with my first boy ( didn't happen with KE) Those durn boys! It went away somewhat and now that Nathan is 1 1/2, I think I may need some assistance in getting rid of it completely.

Anyway, it causes brown spots on the face and it only gets worse in the sun..... soooooo, a friend gave me the name of a sunscreen her Doc Rxd. So starting today, I will use this product everyday.. . Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Spf 55 sunscreen with helioplex

I did notice alot of microdermabrasion kits.... I'm funny about stuff and just the word microdermabrasion sounds scary. Anyone ever had this done?

L is for........

Layouts!!!!

If you visit this blog often, you will notice I like to change my layout. I'm a sucker for a new one and I get bored with the same one.... I need to use my time more wisely..huh?

Summer is near!

How do you like my new "summertime" page? I'm still deciding on whether or not to have a custom page done, but for now, this will work.

I had to put all of my blogging friend's links back on my page as I lost them while getting my makeover. If I forgot you, it isn't on purpose. I tried to find everyone again. If you aren't on my list, please send a message!

Last night we helped Cat throw her hubby, Tripp a 40th surprise party. It turned out great even though it was humid. We had a band and the works. The rain didn't start until 10:30. He was really surprised. I can't wait to have Torrey's and invite his old high school and college friends!

the guys waiting on the guest of honor

the birthday boy (on the left)

I hope that you all had a wonderful mother's day today! I woke up to breakfast in bed, a love note from Torrey, and homemade goodies from my sweet children. I slept too long to get ready in time for Sunday school. We made it to church and it was packed. We celebrated a baptism, graduating seniors and communion. We have such a wonderful church family and Kent does such a wonderful job relaying the message that if you are a believer in Jesus Christ and He is your personal Lord and Savior, you are welcomed to partake in communion. This is how it should be. If you really stop and think about what communion means, it will humble you. After church we headed to Flavor's for a delicious meal. If you have never been, I highly recommend it!

today after lunch

A little Guilty....

I'm feeling a little guilty for posting that pic of my neice and not bragging on my other neice who is also beautiful......





See.....

This is the best pic I have of her by herself....

Here are both girls from beauty revue this past year...

She never wears her hair striaght.. she has naturally curly locks.... It looks awesome both ways

Okay, you think I have made my peace?

oh and then there's the boy "J"..... My sister-in-law and her husbnd are doing something right!

They are 3 great kids...

Clothes, Clothes, Everywhere!

Why is it I have nothing to wear but SOOO many clothes that my closet looks like it threw up?

I read about a great idea to part with clothes that you haven't worn in 6 months

The rule is to hang your clothes with the hangers facing the wrong way. After you wear an item, hang it up the right way. After 6 months, whatever is still hanging the wrong direction, get rid of it! Sound good to me. I'm going to try it.

TIP: It will help you out when you can't quite remember: Did I wear that top just last week?

THEN... I think we should have a clothes swap! We could all meet and trade out clothes. Just because I don't wear it, doesn't mean you won't! ( I think this stems from me loving to borrow clothes in high school)

H is for....

Hostess Powdered Donettes

dangerous

Self Confessed Blog Stalker

Some people's days aren't complete unless they have their coffee, some unless they exercise ( yeah.. that's me!) or some unless they vacuum 3 times. Well, I have become a blog-stalker.
My computer is turned on at dawn and isn't shut down until the wee hours. ( No, I'm not on it the entire time, even though Torrey would say otherwise) Do any of you have this "problem?"

Personally, I don't see it as a problem... I see it as an outlet. I even reward my self with the computer instead of chocolate (That's how much I love it) after I have completed a daily chore. I love to read others' posts to find out the latest products, words of wisdom and other facts. I'm really admiring those that have witty names too! I want a cute and witty name for my blog! As much as I'm on the computer, my hubby might label me slacker mama (NOT) but that one is taken.

I've thought of a few but I'm still not so sure. I wouldn't want to sound conceited. Those of you that know me ( and those that may not) any suggestions? I know you read because I have hundreds of hits a week! ( installed that nifty counter at the bottom of my page this past Sunday) That is alot to little ole me........

I have been posting like a mad woman ever since I discovered that you can make your blog into a book. This has officially replaced Creative Memories for me.. seeing as I haven't done an album in 2 years. I have also realized that we hardly ever take grown-up pics so that is going to change as well.

Happy Blogging!

N is Almost Walking!!!

Here N is walking while being captivated by Dora on t.v.

Have you ever noticed?

Have you ever noticed that most of the women anchors and guests on Fox News are blondes??

How about that?