tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8615432359833465112024-03-04T20:01:36.294-08:00Yates UpdatesThis blog features etsy sellers, has great gluten-free recipes, family stories and much, much more!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-56963972148006289732014-07-25T16:02:00.001-07:002014-07-25T16:02:44.648-07:00<h2 style="text-align: center;">
I'm Baaaaaack!!!</h2>
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Hello everybody,</div>
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I've been away for a very very long time! I took a long break from blogging, because I just didn't have time & maybe didn't have inspiration much either. But, now I'm back!</div>
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Since my last post, I have had another beautiful girl. She's now 1 1/2 & keeps us on our toes!! More on her another time.</div>
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I'm back because I have started collaborating on another blog with some friends & co-leaders from my church. It has inspired me once again. I will be sharing things from that blog too when it is up and running.</div>
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I will be doing things a little differently this time. There will still be fun pictures & family updates & maybe some recipes, but I will also be doing some writing & hoping to inspire & share some things God is doing in my life & those around me.</div>
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I feel I really need to take time to inspire, rather than complain or brag or whatever it is we do on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and the like. Not that I'm criticizing those things…just taking a step back to really look at what I'm contributing to the world as it changes dramatically. </div>
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Just think back to a few years ago…when we didn't have all those things. It's hard to do. It feels like they've been here all along.</div>
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Social media is tricky for me. While I love staying connected with people I don't get to see very often, getting to watch their kids grow & fun things they are doing. It really does feel special to be able to share those moments, even if they are from far away & even if I'm not really there. But, I have these moments when social media totally infuriates me. I'm sure you've all been there. </div>
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I had a thought the other day…as I was talking to my preteen daughter about why she can't have a cellphone yet…I was telling her that one of the many reasons is because I want her to be able to connect with her friends face to face. I want her to be able to read body language & actually lol…ha! Another reason is because of what it could potentially let in. I'm not just talking inappropriate things on the internet, I'm talking about who & what she allows to speak into her life. And then it hit me…what am I allowing to speak into my life? What am I allowing into my home, my sanctuary, the place my family lives & breathes & grows? A lot of it is positive & good & a lot of it is NOT! </div>
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Part of my point with my daughter was that this type of media allows a lot of opinions & judgements in that can seriously mess with your head. A lot of things that can change the way you think about yourself. Things that God never intended for you to think or believe. Not just from the "bullies", but from "friends & family". And that, especially right now in her life, is a big deal.</div>
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We feel so free to say whatever we want on the internet. We rarely bother to censor ourselves. I mean it's one thing if you're with a friend talking & you say something hurtful…you are there face to face…you can read their face…know, almost immediately, that those words didn't sit well. But, online…not so much. We blast & we're done, with no consequences or responsibility. I know you've all probably had those days when you get on Facebook & some political thing is blowing up & people are opinion-ing all over the place. And you just want to reach through the computer & shake them (or worse). And it really doesn't matter what side you are on…we've all had those days. My thought on this was that I'm allowing these things to make me angry & allowing them to ruin a perfectly good day. I'm starting to resent these people & roll my eyes every time they post something. THAT IS JUST WRONG!!! </div>
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I believe God put me on this earth to show His love to people & how can I do that when I think they're so freaking stupid (a phrase I use in my head when said posts make me crazy). </div>
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I guess I'm evaluating how much these media outlets are effecting the way I feel & think so much that I can't really love. Now, that doesn't mean that I have to agree with everyone & get on board with their craziness. But, it does change how I operate on said media…or it should. I mean, I'm bad enough when driving!! I don't see, those people, in those cars, slowing me down, cutting me off, just plain being stupid, as human. So, how do I see people 1,000 miles away behind some screen?</div>
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Anyway, all these questions may not make me bail from social media all together, but I'm hoping they will change how I do them. And I'm hoping maybe to inspire some of you to think these things through a little too.</div>
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So, one addition to this blog…a little challenge:</div>
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The challenge for this month…….wait for it….</div>
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<b><u>To do something positive or inspirational on Facebook, Twitter or whatever social media of your choice!!</u></b></div>
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I know, that was anticlimactic!! But, I think important.</div>
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Go public with your touchy feely moments…share how God is moving in your life…share how awesome your spouse is, or best friend is…share something one of your kids did that was maybe small, but an awesome heart thing…share how a coworker made your day. I know a lot of you already do things like this…but I just want to challenge us to get real-er (I know…it's more real) & less critical, of ourselves & each other. Share something that someone did for you that just made your day. Or give a huge thank you to someone or encourage someone. </div>
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Now, I know some of us see Facebook or whatever as a place where we post lives that we wish we had…but I want to go beyond that & post the small things. Especially the encouragement part!!</div>
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Ok, so I've gone on way way way longer than planned…so I'll let you rest your eyes, if you haven't stopped reading yet!!</div>
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I hope you have a wonderful day & that God reaches into your life today in a new way!</div>
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Until next time...</div>
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We are officially into Fall now...even though we've had a few pretty warm days. These are all the pictures from our visit to the pumpkin patch & the girls' Halloween costumes. This is a picture heavy post, so I'll get started!! Happy Fall!!<br />
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This is our favorite pumpkin patch: Lavender Hill Pumpkins</div>
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It's a family owned place & all they have is lavender & pumpkins. It's simple & beautiful & they have amazing pumpkins!</div>
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Exploring the pumpkins</div>
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And they have a great tree swing that the girls love! This is the only ride & it's free :)</div>
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And now for Halloween! If you are a new friend to this blog, let me tell you about our Halloween costumes. Every year I challenge the girls to come up with something a little more creative than the latest character craze. We also try to come up with a theme. I make their costumes every year & we have had some good ones. (check out these posts for costumes past: <a href="http://ouryatesupdates.blogspot.com/2010/09/halloween-costumes-from-years-past.html" target="_blank">years past</a>, <a href="http://ouryatesupdates.blogspot.com/2011/01/catching-up.html" target="_blank">2010</a>, <a href="http://ouryatesupdates.blogspot.com/2011/01/catching-up.html" target="_blank">2011</a>)</div>
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The owl & the peacock...</div>
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I'm doing a giveaway this week!! yahoo! I am celebrating the re-opening of my etsy shop...which has been on vacation for a long long time!<br />
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*2 crocheted universal pacifier clips: any color combo of your choice (as seen in the pic)<br />
*a crocheted matching baby hat: any color combo or your choice (as seen in the pic)<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-78011834995443419272012-10-02T09:25:00.000-07:002012-10-02T09:25:44.933-07:00RelationshipsThis morning I found myself, on the way to school, helping my daughters navigate their relationship. And as I'm giving them amazing advice I started to think about my own relationships, especially the one with my hubby. So, I wanted to take this time & blog space to thank him & declare how much I appreciate him. I know, some of you will stop reading, but DON'T!!! I won't be mushy for long!<br />
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How often do we take the time to stop & think about how we are treating the people around us. Especially those we "love"? I mean really stop...not just the fly by "I love you's" or the quick hug. Now I know some of you are awesome at taking date nights or making a point to spend time with friends. But, I know that a lot of us struggle with really stopping & really appreciating those in our lives. We are all busy & running around trying just to make it through! This particular season in my life is nuts! I am running from place to place & job to job trying not to miss anything important.<br />
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As I gave my children this amazing advice about being kind & loving each other, I realized I was missing something super important. I do the fly by "I love you's" a lot & I try to make sure I connect with a hug or hand on the shoulder. But, how often do I stop, look into my husband's eyes (or my friend, family member, kids) and tell them "I love you because..." Especially those that maybe don't demand our immediate attention. I'm always joking that our dog gets more attention than I do. I believe that is because she will stand there, tail wagging, licking, until you acknowledge her. (and she's super furry & cute :) ) But, my husband is not one of those people that demands attention. He works hard & just keeps going & going. He rarely asks for anything & I think sometimes, maybe without even realizing it, I take advantage of that.<br />
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Sometimes in our relationships we can get to a place of "how did we get here?" I know we often get to those places in our marriage. Sometimes we're not as intentional as we need to be, life gets in the way, all of the sudden some life situation hits us like a 2x4. Whatever the case may be, we wind up somewhere we had no intention of winding up & we're lost. We're frustrated & angry & disconnected. For some reason, even if it's unintentional, it is so hard to come back from those places. And maybe we are even justified. I don't have great advice on how to make it back. I believe that our marriage is covered in prayer & stubbornness to make sure we never stay there long. But, we're not always great at recovering. I know that God plays the most important role in our relationship, but we're not always in tune with how He wants to fix things or how He would have us navigate this relationship. And a lot of times we're not on the same page together and frankly we are selfish. So, how do we get back?<br />
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One way, for me, is today. I am stopping & publicly saying...Philip I love you! I appreciate how hard you work & how much time you take with your family. I can't thank you enough for all the sacrifices you make everyday to make sure this family is well taken care of. And not just financially, but relationally as well. I appreciate the effort you have been making with Mackenzie lately. How much you have been trying to show her love & giving her what she needs in her own crazy little language. Thank you thank you thank you!!! I cherish our relationship & I know that I wouldn't have as much joy & laughter & comfort & security without you! I thank God that I have you everyday! And I want to make sure that I'm not taking advantage of you & all that you are willing to do for me & for our family! You are such a huge blessing in my life! There are so many other things I need to say thank you for and will make sure to do that before the day is over!!<br />
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I'm going to end this post with a song by Sara Groves (my favorite song writer!!!) This song just happened to come up when I was driving home from dropping off the girls & was a big inspiration for writing this post today. I pray that whatever relationship is on your mind right now, that you don't allow tenderness to disappear! That you would stop today & say "I love you because..." I encourage you to call, email or text your mom or dad, or siblings or husband, wife, best friend, whomever needs to hear from you!<br />
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It's Me by Sara Groves<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Weather came and caught us off our guard<br />We were just laughing and feelin' alright<br />had such a great time just last night<br />We walked into a minefield undetected<br />You took a tone and I took offense<br />anger replacing all common sense</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Oh run for you life<br />all tenderness is gone<br />In the blink of an eye<br />all good will has withdrawn<br />We mark out our paces and<br />stare out from our faces<br />But baby you and I are gone gone gone</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Incomprehensible layers of isolation<br />Now your the man with a heart of stone<br />making me pay here by being alone<br />Seemingly justified righteous indignation<br />Now I'm the woman who holds all her pain<br />looking for somebody else to blame</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">We hold all the keys to our undoing<br />Cutting me down in small degrees<br />You know my worst insecurities<br />I'm making no effort to understand<br />No one can hurt you like I can<br />Deep down inside the girl's waking up<br />She's calling out to the boy she loves</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Oh run for you life<br />all tenderness is gone<br />In the blink of an eye<br />all good will has withdrawn<br />We mark out our paces and<br />stare out from our faces<br />But baby you and I are gone gone gone</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">It's me<br />Oh baby it's me<br />How in the world can tenderness be gone<br />In the blink of an eye</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The girl in me she's callin out<br />Oh the girl in me she's callin out<br />to the boy in you </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Baby come back<br />baby come back to me</span><br />
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We finally made it to the first day of school!! We had a good summer, but a bit long for this mama!! It's funny though, when I dropped them off, I had a hard time driving away. Trying to figure out what I'm gonna do with all this time to myself :)<br />
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Anyway, these 2 are getting so big so fast! I'm really having a hard time with 5th grade this year. It just snuck up on me. How in the world can she be in 5th grade!!?? It just feels like it's all down hill from here :) But, I'm so proud of her, making it through a really tough year last year. I'm excited to see what this year holds! And my little 2nd grader!! She's so excited for this year & I'm so glad. She woke up at 6:45 (which is super early for this little anti-mornings girl) without being coaxed. Think she was excited!!?? She was one big smile this morning!! They are going to a new school this year & I'm just a little anxious to see how it's gonna go. It should be a great year & I'm excited to see how much they grow & learn! I need to stop saying excited :) But, that's what the first day of school is all about!!!<br />
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Praying they have a great day & love this new & improved environment for learning!! I hope all of your first days went/will go great! I always love the first day...so many possibilities & such an amazing road ahead of learning & new experiences!! Kinda wish I was going back to school :)<br />
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Daddy went to work late so he could see them off. Yearly tradition...thanks daddy!!!</div>
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Off we go!! Daddy's got the supplies :)</div>
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Here's the building...off to a new adventure!</div>
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Kenz in her classroom! So exciting!</div>
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Hannah in her classroom...sitting with her friend Riley from church. A huge blessing that she knew someone!!!</div>
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Normally this is one of my least favorite things about school. I know it's weird, but it just gets tedious for me. Because we are a gluten free household it also poses another issue of finding foods that we like & that aren't processed to the gills. So, I make a lot from scratch & get very creative. Not everything in our lunches are the heathiest, but I try to do as much as I can!<br />
My other issue has been trying to stay "green"-ish. We haven't used baggies for lunches in a long time, but it makes my cupboards a total mess. So, I decided to try something new this year. And I'm actually excited about lunch making! We'll see how long that lasts :)<br />
Anyway, I found these great bento-ish boxes at the dollar tree & went from there. They are similar to the ones you see all over pinterest. They have one big compartment & one smaller. As the school year starts. I'll share some of my lunch ideas, until then...here are some links to great & healthy lunch ideas:<br />
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<a href="http://outoftheboxfood.com/the-lunch-box-loop/" target="_blank">Out of the Box Food</a>: This one does great comparisons with your typical kids' lunch items, with homemade or healthier alternatives. (like lunchables, fruit roll ups, chicken nuggets, etc)<br />
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The other cool thing I found on a blog (which I'm very bummed to say I didn't save or follow) was these silicone ice pop molds. These are so cool & have so many uses! Basically, just fill & freeze. I plan to do my own "gogurts", smoothies, apple sauce, etc. So much you can do with them!!!<br />
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Here are a few more things that I purchases to make my lunch making easier & a little more fun:</div>
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I don't plan to go crazy & make a hello kitty sandwich or anything like that. But, I need to keep it fresh, for me & the girls :) They love hard boiled eggs in their lunches, so I thought these egg molds were so cute & fun. They also love rice balls with a little nori or furi kaki. So these little silicon molds are fun. I bought a different plastic type of rice mold last year & they were just messy. So, I'm hoping these will be better. Those little soy sauce containers we use with the rice balls or I sometimes put a tiny bit of salt in them for their eggs. And we needed water bottles & these were so cute & cheap & easy to fit in their lunch boxes.<br />
I'll be sure and post some pics of our first week of lunches! I would love to hear of any great ideas y'all have!!<br />
I hope the beginning of school is a great time for your families! I always love the excitement of a new year, new school supplies, first day outfits and now school lunches :)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-91167424868359460632012-08-20T14:15:00.000-07:002012-08-20T14:15:04.102-07:00We're having a baby!!!<br />
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Well, I haven't posted anything since February! Things have just been crazy...but I thought this would be a great excuse to get back to blogging.<br />
Yes, we are having a baby girl in January! We can hardly believe it! We keep going back & forth from being over the moon to moments of "Holy Crap, what are we gonna do!!??"<br />
First of all, I haven't done this in 7 years. Being pregnant again is a mixed bag of excitement & being really miserable! I haven't felt all that great, with morning sickness, major fatigue & some other not so pleasant side effects I won't go into in mixed company!<br />
Our girls are so excited! It was a really cool experience to take them to the ultrasound! One of the perks of having older kiddos is that they get to experience everything with us. Well, another is that they are great helpers!! They have been serious troopers in all of this...especially when mommy doesn't feel good or is super cranky!<br />
But, overall we are super excited to meet this little baby girl & we're anxious to see who she looks like, what kinda hair she's gonna have (we have a variety in our little family :) ), what her name will be (still have to decide that), & just how God is going to bless us through her!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-60030028115530414502012-02-03T12:58:00.000-08:002012-02-03T18:12:20.249-08:00Valentine's Day Decorations<div style="text-align: center;">
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Today I'm dedicating Pinterest day to crafty stuff. I have a little craft group that meets at my house & I'm trying to decide what projects to do. We took a break & are starting back again in a couple of weeks. I want to do a "Spring" craft & I just can't decide. It has to be cheap & fairly easy. So, here are some options...would love for you to vote on your favorite!! And any suggestions are welcome!!! These are all inspirations from pinterest.com. Click on the pic to go to the pin.<br />
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Today, I got 225 email notifications of repins...I had to turn off that part of my email settings. And each email notification can contain multiple repins in it. And I went to look at how many repins I have on that particular pin...wait for it...6377. And while I was looking that up, I got 2 more email notifications.<br />
Now, some of you professional pinners out there, may be thinking...big deal!? But, it just seems crazy to me! Anyway, here is the big pin...enjoy!<br />
I really do think it's a great idea & I've used it! So I guess, well deserved Chloe's Nails!!<br />
You can click on the pic to go to chloe's nails' blog. It really is a great one! Maybe I'll share the board next week on Pinterest Day!! ...maybe not???<br />
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As you can see, this weeks board is on Tea. Everything that has to do with tea...tea pots, tea cups, tea cozies, tea, tea, tea :) Check out the rest of the "All things tea" board by clicking the picture!</div>
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As many of you, I have a bit of a Pinterest problem! It's like going on a treasure hunt everytime. Just love it!!<br />
So, in the interest of sharing my obsession & furthering yours, I have decided to make Wednesday Pinterest day. I will be sharing pins, boards, people I follow & pretty much anything & everything to do with pinterest.<br />
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Cakes...who doesn't love cake!!?? Well, I'm sure some of you, but mostly today, I wanted to share the beauty! I am not a big fan of super elaborate cakes, but I can appreciate the time & talent it takes to make & decorate them!! My style just tends to be simple & rustic. Mostly, I'm just looking for something I can do. I can bake like crazy, but I'm not that great in the decorating department. So, these are fairly simple, fairly doable cakes that I would love for any special occasion. I have to do one this weekend, so we'll see how that turns out! I also may try one of these for Valentine's Day. Enjoy...<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-81083302358680694082012-01-13T14:13:00.001-08:002012-01-13T15:40:09.886-08:00New Year's Resolution...well sorta<p style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hey Peeps,</p><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;clear: both; text-align: center;">I have been away for a long long time! I fell off theface of the earth. Well actually I just bought a house,moved to an entirely different city, kids changed schools,we changed churches, etc. Life got super busy & our liveshave been turned upside down...in a good way. We missSan Diego & our family & friends, but we are lovingMurrieta! It is a new adventure for my family for sure, considering they were all born & raised in San Diego (myhubby & my girls) and well, I lived there for over 20 yearsso...I was only 1 when we moved...jk...I wish!!!</p><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;clear: both; text-align: center;">So, I thought I'd renew my blog writing in the new year!I have so much to share about 2011, but I won't bore youwith all of it...just a small recap. And then on to 2012's adventures!</p><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's the girls' start to school. I love the first day of school!!You like my first day of school wreath?? :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Tu2un56QJIY/TxCq6bDRxpI/AAAAAAAADbU/H39ScJwg8Mw/s800/school.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jw0_B_HIic8/TxCq2VBeiMI/AAAAAAAADbM/UZbbAI9QuGA/s800/school-thumb.jpg" height="570" width="380" style=" text-align: center; display: block; margin: 0 auto 10px;" /></a><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div></p><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BoOlk4UXFIc/TxCq9UbsmdI/AAAAAAAADbk/Uo3a41Onr8A/s800/school2.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Zn1dVHy56mU/TxCq6pe5ZiI/AAAAAAAADbc/becZaqAJ2Do/s800/school2-thumb.jpg" height="254" width="380" style=" text-align: center; display: block; margin: 0 auto 10px;" /></a>Girls did fall ball this fall, to play catch up for missing thespring season. 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May 2012 be a blessedNew Year!</p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-47558685072229705952011-08-25T09:29:00.000-07:002012-01-18T09:37:53.677-08:00The Most Amazing Muffins EVER...<div style="clear: both;">
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<br class="final-break" style="clear: both;" />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-68847849054335758782011-08-08T14:40:00.000-07:002011-08-08T14:40:51.778-07:00Hauoli La Hanau to Hannah on her 9th...<p style="clear: both">I am sad to say that I didn't take as many pictures<br />as I would've liked or should have!! But, here is what<br />I did take. I'm gonna try & get some more from my<br />family too :)<br />We did a full scale Luau for her birthday along with<br />pool fun! We made Kalua Pig (oh yes I did & it was<br />so good!! & easy!!), Poi, Haupia, Chicken Long Rice,<br />Lomi Lomi Salmon, Rice and I made super cool sugar<br />cookies. We had a great time with family & friends at<br />our official first party at our new home!!! It was so fun<br />having everyone there. And if I hadn't been sick it would<br />have been even better!! I know Hannah had an amazing<br />time too!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-9H5Obm-lvl4/TjtzwiWX6yI/AAAAAAAACs8/cTqlKQ9gymk/s800/party-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-StGEgJNOnZE/TjtzoCQ810I/AAAAAAAACs4/lF3pL4axv74/s800/party-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-GB_FTfjhxDY/Tjtz15bLPNI/AAAAAAAACtE/2z6-rbrvuIA/s800/kaluapig-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-76Y-ArvCWL4/TjtzxJv7aGI/AAAAAAAACtA/zeCpNLBcspM/s800/kaluapig-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zwjb4tor5CQ/Tjtz66vj96I/AAAAAAAACtM/On6qRru30c0/s800/cookies-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-G_tuWS1pHkg/Tjtz2e6P4LI/AAAAAAAACtI/0qs6ipAB7vo/s800/cookies-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1UkHCwzVtYU/Tjt0AMKMnZI/AAAAAAAACtY/qrbnC_LLWTY/s800/cookies2-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-eNk6nlFzBOo/Tjtz7khCyrI/AAAAAAAACtU/LHWKdo7-njY/s800/cookies2-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7GkK4MO96Ms/Tjt0FGt-mqI/AAAAAAAACtk/-nLlRtmm08w/s800/cookies3-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_YnKR9Eie50/Tjt0AnNhrvI/AAAAAAAACtc/1KS8wFjfSY0/s800/cookies3-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Here are some from her actual birthday. She had<br />birthday pancakes & our neighbor got her sparklers<br />as a gift...so we lit them up at home after watching<br />a great fireworks display. We went up into the hills<br />to watch the fireworks in the valley & it was so <br />pretty & fun!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-SPU3KV9yOJg/Tjt0JxxFgDI/AAAAAAAACts/_P_gc1qsxMc/s800/cake-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0t3crTCUixI/Tjt0FmdPE0I/AAAAAAAACto/DTe3ibBM7I4/s800/cake-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_E6c0F913Ak/Tjt0PSxVQkI/AAAAAAAACt4/Dm8BsyqmwyU/s800/cake2-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QuOThBrTsLc/Tjt0Kr3fyOI/AAAAAAAACt0/gPvAMIPbT48/s800/cake2-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hybHpXEWyHc/Tjt0XKVRK6I/AAAAAAAACuA/Focr2_PTVLs/s800/Hannah_o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-iSz4tb8oZZk/Tjt0RIodAFI/AAAAAAAACt8/u22PA4FQNlQ/s800/Hannah_o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3MTTVHEhgY6B3QQqbFqOdHkpDfKv2-RGiJP3t0DlBdjkJ0L0qtkZxl4mGOoVkzOkKnqN4omR5sUCHCnoomPGRhHEacBd4CjROvZGQuwdXm9ZRw3kEKVz4hxV9-6RM9C4KJgeL6GoUaWly/s800/Kenz2-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-reyYYCUi1vw/Tjt0YZZXtKI/AAAAAAAACuE/KFoXchfqDBw/s800/Kenz2-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--WyEG-60Yms/Tjt0hjj5sOI/AAAAAAAACuU/don_qZpbRKE/s800/Hannah2-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8ZBSrR7AvDPpwJDhIovTunBPYvpjF77y4eOZFkZ8P9EoDJuvqJnmH-1yXKgzqt1GAP6hsWiEvu2xJExwT3ZGY3BK16HraLE0qviiOcdY3_mmMyZZCfJTt51sd8db4JQ1r83QNE8s8rP5E/s800/Hannah2-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-eytBhwckARE/Tjt0l4IZ2bI/AAAAAAAACug/869YFJrV9HE/s800/Kenz_o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-v14Xy_Sk2Es/Tjt0iprDs3I/AAAAAAAACuY/BYDUQczfs8c/s800/Kenz_o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-57118610505932619862011-08-04T21:21:00.001-07:002011-08-04T21:21:29.640-07:00Kiko & Daddy in the Pool...<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NclcwkWIiY4/TjtvmV67myI/AAAAAAAACsc/OdmiRBS8qnI/s800/Kiko_daddy-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QhTv0mzPwJ8/TjtvjE7BcGI/AAAAAAAACsY/tKyhtnlB2_A/s800/Kiko_daddy-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />We have been trying to get Kiko in the pool<br />more with us. Especially since it's so hot.<br />Taking her on walks is too much & she really<br />needs to exercise. It's also great for her knee.<br />So, we introduced her a few weeks after we got<br />her. She swims really well...but she didn't really like<br />it. We ended up getting a life jacket from a friend &<br />she's doing better with that. She jumped in from the<br />step on her own yesterday...a BIG step!! We usually<br />have to drag her in. So, we're making progress. I wish<br />I had gotten pics of her yesterday, but these are from<br />one of the first times we brought her in...</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rgM9z1qCUzg/TjtvqqDKyxI/AAAAAAAACsk/0Z8kfj7Lev0/s800/daddy_kiko3-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XuDGS-HItVg/TjtvmzabxGI/AAAAAAAACsg/DzCcbx1q0HI/s800/daddy_kiko3-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5ZHBiE-FtjE/TjtvxwDOQoI/AAAAAAAACss/0-LCLS4peTc/s800/kiko_daddy2-o-matic.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-YnUyBmlNL8Y/TjtvsCxxkrI/AAAAAAAACso/YS_eE9amB04/s800/kiko_daddy2-o-matic-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-49933670326576158182011-07-11T12:01:00.001-07:002011-07-11T12:01:39.171-07:00The newest member of our family...KIKO<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-x6gDuo3H1Nw/ThtIcu29-MI/AAAAAAAACpg/nrLZvlvKZiE/s800/IMG_1.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ck5o0fW3FT4/ThtIbsBQIEI/AAAAAAAACpc/eTN0S1p4DiE/s800/IMG_1-thumb.jpg" height="512" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />This is the newest member of our little family.<br />I have never had a dog, and my husband hasn't<br />had one since highschool. So, this is a very new<br />experience for me!! We've had a bit of a bumpy<br />start...injured knee & a parasite (all the dog, not<br />us :)) But, above all...we love her!!!<br /><br /></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-kAkrOExOswg/ThtIdkC5fyI/AAAAAAAACpo/gVniKFy9On4/s800/IMG_4186.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-lPKyrI1yGQo/ThtIdNuiFRI/AAAAAAAACpk/iRatLYmC5VQ/s800/IMG_4186-thumb.jpg" height="569" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />She is an American Bulldog...related to English &<br />French bulldogs without the short legs & super squished<br />face. Although she does have some awesome doggy lips!!<br />We rescued her from a local shelter & feel good that we<br />can give her a loving home!!<br />We named her Kiko, which means "spot" in Hawaiian. <br />The one big spot on her head is almost perfectly round<br />& we felt it was a cute name for her.</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ND94FGY4Flk/ThtIeydQApI/AAAAAAAACpw/tNA9XddzTfw/s800/IMG_4198.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-UFqgHqvtpzQ/ThtIeMseY9I/AAAAAAAACps/113WAMj_4C4/s800/IMG_4198-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />She's super sweet, loves to be petted almost more than<br />anything else, rarely barks or makes noise, loves the girls,<br />listens pretty well (still a puppy though), and is just all<br />around a great dog!!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6OlyIEC5wpQ/ThtIguNmB_I/AAAAAAAACp4/vcai3Eq5kNM/s800/IMG_4200.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-wuOe24JfZxA/ThtIfV7YYcI/AAAAAAAACp0/qZ78JzsAMQo/s800/IMG_4200-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />We're trying to teach her to love the water...notice we said<br />teach...it's not her fave. But, she's getting better (almost<br />jumped in on her own last week) She'll get on the step &<br />loves running around the pool when the girls are playing.<br />Mostly we're trying to get her to exercise in the water since<br />it's too hot to walk her & because it's good for her knee.<br />Anyway, we love our Kiko & she's a great new addition :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-daHXwf9ZjPg/ThtIh8QhLuI/AAAAAAAACqA/khyV8xGsjsw/s800/IMG_4187.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LGZt7tKu0p4/ThtIg_fIfOI/AAAAAAAACp8/oO9zCm-bpmc/s800/IMG_4187-thumb.jpg" height="569" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ms79NTgnJ-g/ThtIkFySMRI/AAAAAAAACqI/Yfgnqy2S3YA/s800/IMG20110626_007.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-MbeZid50NAA/ThtIi4ml3-I/AAAAAAAACqE/SInKI1EAnyE/s800/IMG20110626_007-thumb.jpg" height="264" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />And as you can see...she loves to nap with daddy :)</p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-40561659158380708162011-07-09T14:17:00.001-07:002011-07-09T14:17:55.902-07:00Wow, I've been a horrible blogger!!!<p style="clear: both">So you all know we moved & life has been crazy!<br />I have so much bloggy catching up to do!!! <br />Let's start with my mother's day presents to my mom &<br />mother-in-law. We wanted to make something special that<br />the girls and I could both contribute to & something that they<br />could use & keep for a long time.<br />So, we decided on an embroidered table runner. I let the girls<br />draw whatever pics they wanted & then I embroidered their<br />drawings. Through this project I discovered how much I love<br />embroidering! It was therapeutic just like crocheting & knitting<br />is for me. <br />Anyway, here are some of the drawings they did. Super cute!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zOkhSrEEAYI/ThjFcwKazNI/AAAAAAAACo0/OQGv2dspg1k/s800/IMG_4161.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-coCy3bQ-w7Q/ThjFcPtnvEI/AAAAAAAACow/5WkElAX93fE/s800/IMG_4161-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-0ELZ_mdYz8Q/ThjFdq1JzTI/AAAAAAAACo8/onJx0QoAtGg/s800/IMG_1.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2bzU3bMWVcs/ThjFdKBv-2I/AAAAAAAACo4/aS1U5Pg8NEM/s800/IMG_1-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2UqdAmtYwqI/ThjFelemveI/AAAAAAAACpE/eBBM2TlmSes/s800/IMG_4163.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ma8dHISaqZM/ThjFeAFii5I/AAAAAAAACpA/LTTz2rvr790/s800/IMG_4163-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-557gbqSJT1Y/ThjFfVch27I/AAAAAAAACpM/O7En6bouzl4/s800/IMG_4164.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-eS1DxCdZsUE/ThjFe-eX9eI/AAAAAAAACpI/_hAUMa4as7c/s800/IMG_4164-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OmwZrZoVzn4/ThjFggUfwWI/AAAAAAAACpU/YDEqdTO0H30/s800/IMG_4165.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ayxz_KxaxA4/ThjFf8dj8_I/AAAAAAAACpQ/LzoVrzjC5x8/s800/IMG_4165-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-71983812288808729962011-05-11T10:28:00.001-07:002011-05-11T10:28:40.991-07:00700 miles by Dec 31, 2011<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcrHR4N-NhI/AAAAAAAACnY/UpSj8xoDvHY/s800/11949857851888856906hotel_icon_cycling_geral_01.svg.med.png" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcrHRi8o5nI/AAAAAAAACnU/bquCpqs0PEo/s800/11949857851888856906hotel_icon_cycling_geral_01-thumb.svg.med.png" height="300" align="left" width="300" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />So, I was in need of some motivation to get my <br />butt in gear. Ever since I had to give up my gym<br />membership, I have had a hard time getting<br />motivated to get out an exercise. When I gave up the<br />gym, I asked my hubby to get me a bike so that<br />I could get exercise that way. It's one of my favorite<br />forms of exercise. Anyway, I started biking my girls<br />home from school, but it's not enough. Yesterday, I<br />attempted to ride for 20 min before picking them up...<br />still not enough. I planned a route for myself & decided<br />to do that before I pick them up.<br />My husband also came home contemplating his health &<br />needing to get back to his weekly rides. He's in much<br />better shape than I am, but since our move, has not<br />gotten on the road. <br />So, as I was planning my routes, I decided to challenge<br />him. So, we decided that 700 mile between now & Dec.<br />31st would be reasonable, but would also keep us accountable.<br />For some cyclists, this isn't very much, but for us it's plenty.<br />He has a very busy job & we have 2 kiddos & we just moved<br />and have lots of new house projects. So for us, this seems<br />just right.<br />We wanted to invite any of you that need some motivation or<br />just want to see what you can do. So, join us, while we try to<br />kick each other's butts :)<br />We are tracking this challenge through the <a href="http://dailymile.com">Daily Mile</a>.<br />After you sign up (which is free), you can click on the challenges<br />& find 700mi by Dec 31st. The picture above is the pic on our<br />challenge.<br />If you are already a member, here is the <a href="http://www.dailymile.com/challenges/3239">link</a> to our challenge.<br />Hope some of you can join us!!!</p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-265197849538138722011-05-04T13:14:00.001-07:002011-05-04T13:14:15.431-07:00Holy Move Batman<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzP9Ll3TI/AAAAAAAACjg/Uk0TajbEsjg/s800/IMG_3841.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzPjcFKhI/AAAAAAAACjc/QGoFA8a0WME/s800/IMG_3841-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Hey,<br />I know I've haven't blogged in several months<br />and I was starting to have withdrawls. We moved<br />from San Diego to Murrieta in March & our lives<br />have been crazy busy. This is our very first home<br />and we're loving it! As those of you who own homes<br />know...it keeps you very busy. Our house needs a little<br />TLC and we've been working really hard to get<br />everything done we can...especially on the outside<br />of the house before it gets too hot. Here are the pics<br />of all the before's and what we've been doing...</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzRCIdr_I/AAAAAAAACjo/DkdcMpz3TbE/s800/IMG_3883.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzQeA_g4I/AAAAAAAACjk/G3omJjXKwLU/s800/IMG_3883-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Back of the house<br />We have a lot of yard work ahead!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzRyscF4I/AAAAAAAACjw/NKfDKQBtuSk/s800/IMG_3877.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzRTUW20I/AAAAAAAACjs/c-7Y-nkTQhw/s800/IMG_3877-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzSqd16hI/AAAAAAAACj4/qm3r6mmcrgA/s800/IMG_3872.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzSC0eNvI/AAAAAAAACj0/FcKT5KzI7vM/s800/IMG_3872-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzTYbFSdI/AAAAAAAACkA/DBd_P7bfwy8/s800/IMG_1.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzTI_7IGI/AAAAAAAACj8/oGlODbtYv4U/s800/IMG_1-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Guest Bathroom<br />There was some water damage that happened during<br />our escrow...so out came some walls, tile & the sink.<br />Didn't get very many pics of the "before" we tore our<br />the sink...sorry!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzUOd8h5I/AAAAAAAACkI/fxapCKeTRvE/s800/IMG_3850.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzTkhRR4I/AAAAAAAACkE/1YBNiw-O95g/s800/IMG_3850-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzUuBhkwI/AAAAAAAACkQ/zTOsj0e8PFo/s800/IMG_3853.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzUcWtAcI/AAAAAAAACkM/xwX8S58eqLg/s800/IMG_3853-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzVZGNsMI/AAAAAAAACkY/f-zVBMmLu8o/s800/IMG_4028.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzVN0L6kI/AAAAAAAACkU/gxbPqMri5iY/s800/IMG_4028-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzWF5ZDNI/AAAAAAAACkg/nOGFoLgL5KQ/s800/IMG_4029.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzV046YlI/AAAAAAAACkc/uZyDi3Xn2dA/s800/IMG_4029-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzWyB_uII/AAAAAAAACko/Gl_4h5PFMWU/s800/IMG_4030.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzWbgB7zI/AAAAAAAACkk/-gOILrxvbxk/s800/IMG_4030-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Kitchen<br />Great little kitchen!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzXZyeNzI/AAAAAAAACkw/-S3eZ0wu1cA/s800/IMG_4031.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzXPq1EXI/AAAAAAAACks/Lxcu8nOlYhw/s800/IMG_4031-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzYEs5wwI/AAAAAAAACk4/TQtM77mpaTA/s800/IMG_4032.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzX80dGqI/AAAAAAAACk0/VVCtiif0qK0/s800/IMG_4032-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Dining Room<br />Well, we chose to make this our dining room.<br />It actually supposed to be a family room, but it<br />didn't really make sense in the flow of the house.<br />So, we have a fire place in the dining room :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzY14lfZI/AAAAAAAAClA/BVfpZrMp7kU/s800/IMG_4036.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzYi8x1wI/AAAAAAAACk8/AQ_1-YWNLKo/s800/IMG_4036-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzZQYs-cI/AAAAAAAAClI/x7uV3pvW_Is/s800/IMG_3855.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzZPBUpyI/AAAAAAAAClE/8I2X461_rPc/s800/IMG_3855-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Living Room/Entry<br />Great space...feels huge compared to our apartment!!<br />This is the day we came to clean & work on the leak<br />problem...a week before we moved in.</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzZ-kRLbI/AAAAAAAAClQ/9j8JlsLZybI/s800/IMG_4040.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzZjRaKII/AAAAAAAAClM/6WiHD6dImDk/s800/IMG_4040-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />The office/craft room<br />Oh yes, I got a room for crafting. I'm so excited!!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzamSoVmI/AAAAAAAAClY/5rCvbKuWIIg/s800/IMG_4048.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzaSz3N4I/AAAAAAAAClU/I04tLKIghwg/s800/IMG_4048-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />The girl's bedroom</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzbQSFF7I/AAAAAAAAClg/K4BUrYt7-YU/s800/IMG_4052.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzbMT07II/AAAAAAAAClc/wJRJNeMohi8/s800/IMG_4052-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />The girl's playroom<br />We decided instead of giving them each their own <br />rooms, we would give them a playroom. One of my<br />biggest pet peeves is seeing their room with toys<br />everywhere. This was actually an bonus room, because<br />we were only looking for a 3 bedroom. We were blessed<br />to get this house with 4 rooms! The girl's complained at<br />first (not having their own rooms) but they are now very<br />happy to have a place to play & do homework!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzb6jfnpI/AAAAAAAAClo/dDWz8yz_KJ8/s800/IMG_4055.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzbnOqxhI/AAAAAAAAClk/RpgkM007XyY/s800/IMG_4055-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Our bedroom<br />Love it! We have our own bathroom, a great closet & some<br />more room! Feels huge to us :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzcnn2OMI/AAAAAAAAClw/7IuBintBJ8E/s800/IMG_4060.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzcdLjnrI/AAAAAAAACls/lQbtYALnVfQ/s800/IMG_4060-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzdCavXJI/AAAAAAAACl4/9W-4m-4gbGA/s800/IMG_4061.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzc_kJQYI/AAAAAAAACl0/lH8y3JR93RQ/s800/IMG_4061-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Here is some furniture that I'm planning to make over<br />as part of our house decor.</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzd48ANaI/AAAAAAAACmA/CQAIcE0LNXI/s800/IMG_4072.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzdssitTI/AAAAAAAACl8/Arsw7tvd0aE/s800/IMG_4072-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />I inherited my grandmother's dining set...and we love it!<br />I plan to paint & recover these chairs. Can't wait 'til<br />they're done!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtFjqzskFy8_XPsrQ1rxV0tZTcsfS4eVWr16ZDUDQ27LKecyEHgHUaZuL8uDAymFsqwtFRWZ9qGF1HfeSRhCr25pQ00fRoR-lFQ_9EfyEaavhyphenhyphenSlen9QC0k_4yUo3eX3EGs0hlLivluWE3/s800/IMG_4073.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzef_AHJI/AAAAAAAACmE/SFJnN01J2Xo/s800/IMG_4073-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Old folding trays for our master bedroom night stands.</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzfKf3AmI/AAAAAAAACmQ/7ofaggEiCOk/s800/IMG_4074.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg92aNlr3buwL2plrH22gJjIvBXbtId7yArTJyH-ueWQeGJu5wgTnkstalE-d6Ro4uvYlSgXs8SGSL55bqg5GL8Wrz8oETFKmJp2C30OV-ma0wcIqX-2vYi9bCAd4gtnosPqZ4xSrzsIJxG/s800/IMG_4074-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Got this from our old neighbors a few days before we moved.<br />Wasn't sure what I was going to use it for, but now I'm <br />making it into an entryway bench/shelving/hook thingy.<br />It's gonna get a coat of paint & a little make over.</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzfwPg0kI/AAAAAAAACmY/OCvHpagK8RE/s800/IMG_4075.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzfgynUWI/AAAAAAAACmU/OruSv6TwHbk/s800/IMG_4075-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />We've had this armoire for a long time! Since we first got married.<br />I plan to make it a part of our entryway & paint it.</p><p style="clear: both">The last thing I wanted to share today was some pics of a little nest<br />that showed up on our patio. We were so excited to see these little <br />birds building a couple of weeks after we moved in. About two weeks<br />later we had these little guys...</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzgZiuJYI/AAAAAAAACmg/GxjMOZAHhAQ/s800/IMG_4117.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzgH_ZWtI/AAAAAAAACmc/OVWLwmkKfxo/s800/IMG_4117-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzhFKcPsI/AAAAAAAACmo/aX4ppT2JWmQ/s800/IMG_4126.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzgz-jpPI/AAAAAAAACmk/V6nFFZ2jsCQ/s800/IMG_4126-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGziMC77FI/AAAAAAAACmw/hpHZ-TYTEWc/s800/IMG_4135.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzhRcxF3I/AAAAAAAACms/rGvDGBHahqI/s800/IMG_4135-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzjKEgE4I/AAAAAAAACm4/MYo8ug_DfIM/s800/IMG_4140.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzipsNdPI/AAAAAAAACm0/RBaSDvQAI84/s800/IMG_4140-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="352" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzlHVjRYI/AAAAAAAACnA/VXSPrvjEMm8/s800/IMG_4152.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TcGzjXvZQLI/AAAAAAAACm8/Ll6AWCQ3KpQ/s800/IMG_4152-thumb1.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="368" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Aren't they cute!! Well, there will be more to come soon.<br />We're making progress & I'll be posting more soon. </p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-4068071272037113752011-03-02T22:13:00.001-08:002011-03-02T22:13:06.669-08:00Pet Peeves...<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xbBsdr_I/AAAAAAAACjE/PCpXKJxrLfg/s800/images-1.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xayjsqeI/AAAAAAAACjA/4N0Mi-UgsvM/s800/images-1-thumb.jpg" height="244" align="left" width="206" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />So, I'm a little stressed out these days...packing!!!<br />Which makes me kind of grumpy & everything that<br />bothers me is like 10 times worse than normal. So,<br />in honor of my grumpy mood, I thought I'd share my<br />top ten pet peeves as of late.<br />1. Marketers who change the words to a perfectly good <br />song into cheesy crap for their commercial. <br />2. The Charlie Sheen train wreck-apalooza...need I say more!!??<br />3. People who don't signal, who slow down when <br />changing lanes, who talk on their phones & text while<br />driving (and I'm not just saying that to get on the Hollywood<br />band wagon, everytime someone sucks on the road...they're<br />on their phone), people who practically cause an accident <br />& then flip you off, people who refuse to let you in, and just<br />people in general acting like no one else is on the road.<br />4. When my coupons expire.<br />5. Tripping over boxes, in the middle of the night, on my way<br /> to the bathroom. Can't wait to have a master bathroom!!!<br />6. The fact that my children can use 100 band aids a week &<br />not one wrapper or those plastic tabs can make it to the trash.<br />7. My noisy neighbors...who can't figure out how to talk in a<br />normal voice & who decide to chop wood at 9:30PM, right<br />under my kids' window.<br />8. People who speak super loud on their phones in little coffee<br />shops or restaurants! This also applies to people who are being<br />rung up or served & they act like no one is there, chatting away...<br />so rude!!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xb1i3slI/AAAAAAAACjM/IvCQ-q34D9I/s800/images.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xbjDwbYI/AAAAAAAACjI/6LtPpKfxuAE/s800/images-thumb.jpg" height="222" align="left" width="227" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />9. The bank who didn't fix the water leak in our new home &<br />now we have to tear out a wall & a cabinet & spend money<br />that was designated for paint & a kitchen sink. I need a kitchen<br />sink people!! Since we are officially house poor, I have to cook<br />every night, which means lots of dishes & our current sink only<br />hold about 4 cups & it's chipped.<br />10. And my number one biggest pet peeve is....drum roll...<br /><strong>PACKING!!!!!!!!!</strong></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xcQy9KoI/AAAAAAAACjU/L2HhBZ4be54/s800/images-2.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TW8xcBWYL2I/AAAAAAAACjQ/xkgg7_Clgts/s800/images-2-thumb.jpg" height="265" align="left" width="190" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-91370244101231194062011-02-24T21:59:00.000-08:002011-02-24T21:59:58.052-08:00My 6 year old's Rocker Party Part 1<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdBOlYYKiI/AAAAAAAACYE/qaus8twiGFI/s800/IMG_4003.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCXKa6h8I/AAAAAAAACcs/aEGxTvNoCyw/s800/IMG_4003-thumb.jpg" height="570" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />It was so much fun!!! Here's what I did...<br />Eye Make Up: purchased a BH Cosmetic palette &<br />recruited my sister in law & cousin to apply everyone's <br />make up.<br />Hair: purchased colored hair spray from Party City, rubber<br />bands & bobby pins. I did all the hair & it was a teasing & <br />spraying good time!!!<br />Nails: We had every color possible & a few of the thinner<br />accent polishes!! Super cool! recruited my mom & mother-<br />in-law for this one. They always do my girls' nails when they<br />come over...so... They did a great job!!<br />Temporary Tattoos: purchase "rocker" ones from Oriental<br />Trading Co. Kenzie was so cute...she wanted to do them. So,<br />after she got her make up done (I had done their nails the<br />night before & their hair before the party) she walked around<br />giving everyone tattoos!<br />Party Favors: Basically I just gave them jelly bracelets & star<br />silly bandz & these rubber spike bracelets I found on Oriental.<br />Cake: I made cupcakes (gluten free of course), butter cake<br />recipe, regular vanilla frosting & colored all the frosting & <br />bought super bright colored cupcake liners. I also found great<br />melting chocolate colors at my local cake decorating store & a<br />star mold & made super cool chocolate stars for the tops of the<br />cupcakes.<br />The whole thing was really fun & I would totally do it again!!!<br />The kids seemed to have a great time too. We also had some tunes<br />on & brought out the Wii incase anyone got bored. Here's all the pics...</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdBPTG94BI/AAAAAAAACYM/_i4T45BwK-E/s800/IMG_3923.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCcL2sQ8I/AAAAAAAACc0/4w_Bsbrg4kk/s800/IMG_3923-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdBVHLoPEI/AAAAAAAACYY/LBojZvxqYhE/s800/IMG_3926.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCcq2M_8I/AAAAAAAACc8/DUbyad_LI0o/s800/IMG_3926-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRN7XuJLUJn6bbET0CTlEyMkbYNDk72cn4QtsgG6swljrve4XkqP3TbxWk_qT7RNYzZ5BEsX-30ZcL1zStzjImTE6bcT6SMEhAObBM28Q9NBblRbjCgqhyl_dHfp2OEWxNf8HrQ5VchQ9c/s800/IMG_3934.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCdA2PTiI/AAAAAAAACdE/IUDJkDzMNV4/s800/IMG_3934-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; 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float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCttDMeQI/AAAAAAAACgQ/e7t7B9r5XwE/s800/IMG_3981.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdCteG8HTI/AAAAAAAACgM/urLuV4JWPpE/s800/IMG_3981-thumb.jpg" height="253" align="left" width="378" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Check out part 2...couldn't fit in all the pics :)<br /><a href="http://ouryatesupdates.blogspot.com/2011/02/part-2-of-rocker-extravaganza.html">Part 2</a></p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-29246118802228585352011-02-24T21:58:00.001-08:002011-02-24T21:58:11.416-08:00Part 2 of the rocker extravaganza<p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdEtq7cYZI/AAAAAAAACgc/V04yh1DgNFo/s800/IMG_8.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdEtXpdu-I/AAAAAAAACgY/Q48N-iTWiCc/s800/IMG_8-thumb.jpg" height="254" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; 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float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Daddy & the birthday girl!! That's their angry rocker face :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE6k3eK8I/AAAAAAAACic/yKnay6J77ME/s800/IMG_29.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE38AIQ8I/AAAAAAAACiY/7JKP2HL9jAA/s800/IMG_29-thumb.jpg" height="569" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Possibly our Christmas card next year :)<br /> </p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE7d_8dyI/AAAAAAAACik/dwqxUprK2z4/s800/IMG_24.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE7MukoGI/AAAAAAAACig/sFsVwTQvoqs/s800/IMG_24-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Me & my rocker girl!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE8OBqQzI/AAAAAAAACis/7J-goLPHu3Y/s800/IMG_28.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TWdE7zV6d2I/AAAAAAAACio/FoEWy4SQC_A/s800/IMG_28-thumb.jpg" height="566" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Our awesome rocker girl!!! Can't believe she's 6!!</p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861543235983346511.post-27402969207634948682011-02-15T17:42:00.000-08:002011-02-15T17:42:57.856-08:00Bowling In Big Bear<p style="clear: both">One of the activities we did, to keep the girls busy, was<br />bowling! In Big Bear they have a place called the Bowling<br />Barn. Everytime we go up there, we talk about going, but<br />haven't. So, we finally went. We don't really have any places<br />left in San Diego...and the one place is never open due to leagues.<br />It bums me out 'cause this is a great family activity!!<br />There wasn't a whole lot of snow on the ground, so we had<br />to get creative for entertainment purposes. We also took them<br />to the club house & played air hockey, ping pong, basket ball<br />& they also played on the play ground. I'll post our snowboarding<br />adventures in the next post!!<br />Sorry these pics aren't that great...I only had my phone with me :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAZbWqDYI/AAAAAAAACWg/ddF0lYdB8PU/s800/IMG1.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAYCH2CoI/AAAAAAAACWc/UtbU11T7Asw/s800/IMG1-thumb.jpg" height="285" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Hannah did great, but after realizing how hard<br />it was, she asked for the bumpers :)</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAaw07SlI/AAAAAAAACWs/XkbpvdrcX8I/s800/IMG00081.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAaO9qIXI/AAAAAAAACWo/pSbBigXJCp8/s800/IMG00081-thumb.jpg" height="285" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAcYWiZeI/AAAAAAAACW0/PSNzXM65ydo/s800/IMG00077.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAbUKytOI/AAAAAAAACWw/hi0__L-seuo/s800/IMG00077-thumb.jpg" height="285" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />Kenz actually beat us all!! The first game she rolled<br />the ball between her legs & the second game she <br />decided that she wanted to do it "right". The funniest<br />thing was that her ball went super slow!! I think the<br />slowest clocked in at 2.08 MPH. This one touched the<br />pins & then stopped rolling & I think rolled back a little. <br />We were laughing so hard!!! Hilarious & cute!!! She also<br />had some great moves...including lifting her leg...hilarious!!</p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAd4Hex6I/AAAAAAAACW8/LWTMyiATL7s/s800/IMG00076.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAc3RFo8I/AAAAAAAACW4/B_iXjFZi95E/s800/IMG00076-thumb.jpg" height="285" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a></p><p style="clear: both"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAfKMZdGI/AAAAAAAACXE/3ZT3HNN1qCA/s800/IMG00078.jpg" class="image-link" target="_blank"><img class="linked-to-original" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_jakUt3d3JPg/TVjAeHK8UGI/AAAAAAAACXA/HNYHuRhXWdc/s800/IMG00078-thumb.jpg" height="285" align="left" width="380" style=" display: inline; float: left; margin: 0 10px 10px 0;" /></a><br style="clear: both" />And my dad...he beat us the second round :) I won't<br />even tell you what my score was. We determined that we<br />are way better at Wii bowling :)</p><br class='final-break' style='clear: both' />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07044094353167567073noreply@blogger.com0