Archives for March 2009

blogversations: show and tell

March 14, 2009

There may be a few new people, so I want to explain Blogversations just in case.

You see, I have a dream. A dream to be a part of the Momversation Panel. And since they have yet to realize how much they need me…I decided (with some pushing from Mama Kat) to create Blogversations.

Each week I share what the topic will be and then Saturday, like 5 of us post our videos discussing and sharing on that topic. It’s quite entertaining. Extremely Deep. Very Intense. The talk of the internet world, really.

And while I love the 5 of us loyal participators, I would have to say, it would be super cool if other people wanted to join in. We’re an open club you know. And if you want to be known around these parts then, well, you know….this is where you need to be.

And the winner is:

Okay then…now it’s your turn!

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giveaway – get hip to being green

March 13, 2009

You want to be hip.

You want to be green.

Now you can be hip while going green, all at the same time.

It’s called Green World Bags.com. A few months ago, I discovered the absolute cutest bags ever and ordered myself a set online. Once I got them, I loved them so much that I emailed the company telling them so…and then they so generously offered a set of their hip bags to GIVEAWAY on my blog!

You are some lucky people, my dear people. Because maybe up until now you thought your life was complete, but now that you know about these bags and you know you don’t have them, you realize how incomplete your life really is.

With this giveaway, you are one step closer to a happier more fulfilled life. Because finally you can help the earth in style. How many people can really say that? Plus, not only do these bags have the coolest designs but they are sturdy and durable!

I’m telling you I love them. I have one set, and I’m itching for the other. (hint hint Green World Bags People!) 😉

I love being hip, I love being green, and I love Green World Bags.

Okay, so now you know the drill. Make sure you’re a follower then go check out Green World Bags. Come back and tell me in the comments which bag you liked the best. Contest ends on 3/20, and I’ll announce a winner on next Saturday’s Blogversations.

And of course the usual extra entries:

Blog about it
Posting my button on your blog.
Favorite me on Technorati. (the green button on the right hand side.)

Leave an individual comment for each entry along with your email address!

Now go be green. Peace, Love, and all that good stuff.

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its what i wore out: colored tights

March 13, 2009

I have a job.

And I love my job.

For the last couple of years I’ve been an event coordinator and host for a national speed dating company, HurryDate. Not only is the job itself a blast, but then I also get to put on cute clothes and go hang out with real live adults!!! And I get paid! Other than my future book deal, I can’t think of anything else I’d rather be doing. Well, besides shopping. Oh, and eating. Eating while I watch reality tv actually.

Anyway…

So tonight I was all excited because I wanted to wear these pink ombre tights I got awhile back that really could only be worn to one of my events. I had Jimmy take pictures that I intended on sending to my sister, Heather, to get her opinion.

While I’ve once before taken pictures of my outfits, I actually consider this to be my true debut.

Dress: Wet Seal

Tights: Target

Shoes: Steve Madden

Confused Face: Mine

But then I decided I wanted to save that outfit for next weeks event so here’s what I wore instead:

Necklace: I don’t know

Tank Top: Mossimo/Target

Top: Kensie/Marshalls

Jeans: Seven’s

Shoes: Steve Madden

Jazz hands and weird leg raise: Mine

So, there you go.

(Let me just say, my sisters are so totally rolling their eyes at me right now. But, it’s okay. I still love them.)

{submitted this old post for Everybody Everywear, because I DIE for these tights, STILL!}

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the one that got away

March 12, 2009

The one that got away….

Oh, in my story there are many. I was never a long timer in relationships. I think my longest was a year, and whew, that seemed like an eternity. I always tease Jimmy that he is my longest relationship.

I have the story that I think most girls have.

I’ve definitely had my heart broken. I’ve been hurt, lied to, misunderstood, unforgiven, broken up with for no reason, strung along…even cheated on by two different guys who I honestly never would have thought would hurt me that way.

But of course, not being perfect, I’ve broken a few hearts as well. Mostly because I was immature and not sure what it was I wanted or needed.

I was talking to one of my best friends about this whole “what if” thing….thanks to Jason (The Bachelor). And you know, after all is said and done, we came to the conclusion that the one who got away, is exactly that. Away. And most likely for a reason. Of course, and let me be clear, that reason is most certainly not me! Oh no, it’s so so him. He (and I use that in the plural form) is not in my life because he wasn’t the “one.”

The “one” will fight for you. He won’t let you go no matter what. He will cherish the sweet and thoughtful things you say and do. He will be honest with you. He will treat you better than you even think you deserve. He will love you despite your flaws, and he will forgive you for your many mistakes. He will laugh when you laugh, and he will wipe your tears when you cry. When things are really hard, he’ll be right there next to you, because he loves you. He will see you in the morning and hold your hair when you throw up. And he will still think you are the hottest thing he’s ever seen. Through the good and the bad, and even the really really bad….he won’t ever even think of leaving you. Even when you tell him you never want to cook him meals for dinner.

That “one” is the one that stays. That’s the one you keep. That’s the one that will never get away. And that’s how you are able to let the past be the past, and thank God every day for the “present” he’s given you.

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why we love tv

March 11, 2009

Just another article I wanted to share with you guys:

Why We Love TV

Enjoy!

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google adsense, blogversations and reality tv

March 11, 2009

Time for my Wednesday Randomness:

First things first:

I was just days away from being sent my payment from Google AdSense, yet I just received an email stating that my account was disabled due to risk to the advertisers. Now, I have no idea what that means, and of course there is no contact information to have my questions answered. Did I mention I was just about to be paid? Coincidence? Come on now. I’m just saying. My advice to all you bloggers who have AdSense…take it off and stop making them money that you will never see. I know it’s happened to the best of us, and apparently it’s all over the AdSense forums…so I’m jumping on the boycotting bandwagon as well. Read this article to see how Google was sued and the guy won!

On to happier things:

Blogversations this coming Saturday…Remember in elementary school when we had circle time? And during circle time we got to bring something to show off to our friends? Show & Tell?

Ya, that’s the idea. Take that and go from there. No video? I’ll make another exception. But you have to at least take a picture…and you have to attempt to video next time. Those are my rules and I’m sticking to them.

Now about making things clear:

In case my previous post caused any confusion, I was being slightly sarcastic when I said my sister saved my marriage. To be clear, I have a great marriage. I just don’t like being asked to cook. It felt like the end of the world being asked and so in good Summer fashion, I exaggerated. Sarcasm + Exaggeration = Confused Readers. I love my husband, love my marriage, hate cooking…..working on compromising. There, that about settles that.

And now to make the rest of you happy:

American Idol is boring me. Just give the trophy to Danny and lets move on already.

I adore America’s Next Top Model. But, how is it that Tyra scares me more than Miss Jay? And blood girl, what??? Seriously, if I wasn’t “too old” to be on the 5’7 and under season, I would so apply.

Dancing with the Stars? I’m watching this for the first time. Why? Because I need Melissa to win. So that, together, we can show Jason that we’re better off without him. Hmmmph. But, then I’m conflicted because I want Steve-O to do well so that he’s able to build up his self esteem. You know, for his sobriety. I have quite a vested interest in that you know. I mean, I did read his blogs while in rehab. While HE was in rehab…to be clear…again.

And lastly….

Ellen.

Oh Ellen.

My friend and fellow blogger Mama Kat has been talking (obsessing) about her for some time. And although, I think her comedy is hilarious, I’ve never really watched her show. But, I did tune in when she brought through the characters from The Bachelor last week. And suddenly, I understood.

Sweet Ellen.

She makes me laugh. Out loud. And at times, I’m lauging so hard I cry. And when I’m home all day with the kids, that laugh is just what I need.

So Kathy, I understand your crush now.

In fact, you might even have some competition.*

*Kidding…I’m kidding. She’s all yours. Please still be my friend. Let’s go shopping.*

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sister saves marriage

March 10, 2009

I should tell Jimmy to send Malia a thank you note.

Because what was once the sister who locked me outside in the rain, is now the sister with the deep thoughts and solid advice. I think releasing your anger in childhood does something for your sense of peace as an adult. I should have learned from her….

Anyway, we’ve talked a lot about my issues in being a housewife. We have similar personalities in that we are both strong and independent. We are women, hear us roar.

But, in having the advantage of being on the outside of my marriage, she read my blog and then decided that I really needed her advice. (she’s right, I always do.)

Then she spoke of some word she called, “compromise.” Compromise? What is this “compromise” that she speaks of? It sounded like another language to me. Huh?

So, she tried her best to give me some examples of how that might work out, and some of them actually sounded quite manageable. See, she suggested. First she validated my feelings, agreed that of course I’m right, but then she suggested some ideas. She’s good. Jimmy should take some notes.

And so, Jimmy and I are scheduling a “meeting” this upcoming weekend to discuss the roles and responsibilities of our home. We’ll be picking and choosing and discussing. Oh yes, it will be so fun. And though, I will NEVER be the kind that cooks every night…there might be a thing called compromise happening.

So, thanks Malia. Without your deep thoughts, where would we be?

You may very well have saved our marriage.

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humbled …another word for parenting

March 9, 2009

There are days I love and adore my kids. And then there are days I envy those I know who are childless.

But, one thing I’ve learned from being a mother, is that I am indeed humbled. If ever I thought I was on top of my game, it only took having children to teach me otherwise.

Humbled, another word for parenthood.

I always knew I was destined to be a mom. In fact I quit Beauty School because I knew my calling was not styling the hair of the rich and famous, but instead staying home and loving on my children.

Then I had them. And then I wondered what the heck I was thinking, or smoking…or whatever. I began to dream of a full time job.

Humbled.

And take T.V. for example. I would never thought I would be the parent that allowed T.V. to babysit my kids. And yet, every morning as I am trying to peel my eyes open…on the T.V. goes, and Noggin takes the early morning parenting pain away.

Humbled.

Then there’s the eating disorder. The disorder of my kids eating basically the same things every day. Chicken Nuggets, Mac n Cheese, Hot Dogs, Grilled Ham & Cheese, yogurt and applesauce. So much for trying to expand my child’s healthy eating horizons.

Humbled.

And of course, having control over my children. I was so sure that mine would never be the ones to sass me or throw a fit in public. Mine would say yes ma’am and always obey. But, if you’ve seen my You Tube video’s….

You know I’m,
Humbled.

There are more days than not that I lose my temper, that I throw consistency out the window, and that I allow things “good” mom’s would never.

Humbled.

Showering every day has become a luxury instead of a necessity, I get excited and dressed up to go to the grocery store, and adult conversation now consists of blogging.

Humbled.

And yet when my son looks at me and tells me I’m beautiful and skinny (I trained him well), and that he loves me all the way to Heaven…

I
am
Humbled.

And every morning when I walk into my daughters room and her cries are replaced with a smile the instant she sees me…

I
am
Humbled.

Humility….another word for Parenthood.

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Archives for March 2009

blogversations: show and tell

giveaway – get hip to being green

its what i wore out: colored tights

the one that got away

why we love tv

google adsense, blogversations and reality tv

sister saves marriage

humbled …another word for parenting

another giveaway!

blogversations!