The Couch Is My New Bed

What the HECK is going on??? I can't sleep at night because I'm HOT.  I have the window open in the bedroom but I can't get comfortable so I toss and turn all night.  When I get tired of tossing then I head into the living room that has a ceiling fan and I let that put me asleep.  I don't sleep soundly on the couch but it comfy. 

I'm not sweating~ just HOT!  WTH?  Is the summer weather bothering me (hasn't before) or am I approaching the Menopausal stage of my life.  Whatever it is I'm not liking it and it needs to GO AWAY.  My hubby is not liking it either. 

I need my sleep.

Free Blogger Opportunity~ Dyson DC24 Giveaway

The Dyson DC24 Cleaner Home Giveaway Event hosted by Mom Powered Media: Iowa-Mom, Powered by Mom and Real Mom Reviews is now open to bloggers!

Cost is $5 or free with announcement post. See bloggers wanted post for more details.

Prize: Dyson DC24 All Floors Vacuum (retail value $399)

Open to: Worldwide (note – if a winner is selected outside of the US, they will be responsible for shipping costs and fees added by their country).

The event dates: August 3 – 24
Link options are: Email, RSS, Facebook, Twitter, StumbleUpon and Pinterest.

What is required to join?

• Fill out this form with your information please tell them PINKMAMA'S PLACE sent you.

On or around August 1st you will receive an email with the html code for publishing the giveaway. Note it is required that you publish the giveaway html in full to be included in this event. 


Referral prize: The two bloggers who refer the most bloggers and businesses to join will receive $20 via paypal or amazon e-code.

Free Blogger Opportunity~ XBOX 360 Kinect Bundle

Good Night Mommy Boutique is currently taking blogger sign ups for a Xbox Kinect Giveaway. 

This event is free if you post about it on your blog or you may choose to pay the small fee of $5 via paypal to goodnightmommyboutique@gmail.com.  The first link is free, additional links for $3.00, and send payment to goodnightmommyboutique@gmail.com

Prize: Xbox 360 Kinect Bundle giveaway ($299.99 value).The giveaway is open WW, however if the winner is outside of the US they will be responsible for shipping costs.

When:The giveaway will run July 8 -22.

How: Sign up HERE tell them PinkMama's Place sent you, please :)

This will be a great opportunity to increase your fan base.

Love Pinterest for Recipes! What I Made This Week.

This week I used 2 recipes from pins I have on my FOOD BOARD.

I made this YUMMY Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Foil Packs (minus the broccoli lol) and the family LOVED it!  It was so easy to put together.  The kids ate everything and it filled us up.  We will doing this recipe again soon! I told my hubby next time I will put the broccoli in.  

I highly recommend this recipe and please visit Best Life 4 Moms to get the RECIPE!






The other recipe I made this week was Crockpot Cube Steak and Gravy -another HIT!  It might not look the best but it sure was yummy.  Cube Steak can be a chewy meat but when it was cooked in the crockpot, oh my what a difference.  I made rice/ side salad to go with this dish.  I love using crockpot recipes because I can put it all together in the morning and then enjoy the rest of the day.  Some days are so busy that I don't event think about dinner until 5pm and at the point I say "Eating out tonight?".  So crockpots recipes ROCK and save me money!


I also recommend this recipe so please visit The Post-It Place to get the RECIPE.

What is your FAVORITE RECIPE from Pinterest?

Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls Book Review

Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls is loaded with makeup and fashion advice to empower a Nice Girl to transform herself into a spicy but classy woman in every situation. So, go ahead and channel your inner naughty. Instead of fading into the background, become a star in your own life!

When I signed up for this Book Review I didn't quite know what I got myself into being 43 and not sure if this would fit into my life.  But it does.  It can fit into just about anyone's lifestyle that is for sure.  I loved seeing the 3 different looks on each style (Nice Girl, Trashy Girl, and Naughty Girl).  The Naughty Girl looks were awesome and I could see myself dressing like that for sure.  I'm more the Nice Girl now- only because I'm in Mom Mode 24/7.  

I love the list it gives for Naughty Girls to have in their closets- time to spend some money on Mommy kids! Are you looking for a Naughty Make Over?

Naughty is the new Nice..

That’s the mantra and message of the new “tell-all” how-to paperback, physical book from beauty maestro Dimitri James. In Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls, James creates a new kind of finishing school–one for nice girls who always finish anywhere but first.

Also check out his Skinn Cosmetics website that the author owns. There are some wonderful products and information on the site.  

I didn't grow up on makeup or what was in is what I needed to have so beauty was not part of my growing up but I sure do love clothes.  The book goes through what makeup to apply and even let me know what colors are great to wear with my eye color.  Learned a few colors that I don't tend to wear so I will give it a try.  Also I now have a list of colors I can wear with my red hair- big plus there! I know I could use a makeover and this book is going to help me do it!

The chapters are:

• Naughty at Work
• Naughty on First Date
• Naughty Online
• Naughty Cougars
• Naughty in the Hood
• Naughty at Home
• Naughty Traveler
• Naughty at Church

They give us so many tips and looks that you want to be NAUGHTY!  I know I will do a second look at myself in the mirror everyday- Am I Naughty today!  

LOVE THIS!

In the near future I will be hosting a GIVEAWAY for a copy of this book. Who wants a NAUGHTY MAKEOVER???

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Magic Mike~ Who is Going To See This Movie?

I AM!!!!!

Not sure how, when or where but I'm going to see this movie. 

I love me some Matthew McConaughey!!  Oh my do I.  My hubby and kids know if he ever came knocking on my door asking for me I'd be gone in heartbeat.  LOL!  Everyone also knows this would NEVER happen but just in case. 

Shopcade - Shop, Share, Get Rewarded

Shopcade is a social shopping application on Facebook that connects people to shop and recommend products together and get rewarded for it. You can shop trending products recommended by your friends and people you trust, as well as become a trendsetter by recommending products you love. Whenever you buy via others Shopcades, or others buy via yours, you both get rewarded (O, with real cash!).

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10 Minute Family Clean-Up Helped!

Yesterday, I had a semi meltdown.  I feel like in the past couple months I haven't had a break.  Oh wait I do when I go to work on Sat/Sun.  LOL!  I homeschooled the kids for a 1 1/2 then summer hit so basically I have been with the kids pretty much 24/7!  Everything the kids need to do I'm the one who does it with them or takes them to or we have other kids are over here. 

The kids and I went on a vacation with my mom and had a blast but not much "me" time and now we are back its housework in the morning then swimming in the afternoon then dinner.  I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed and crowded. 

So yesterday I went out on the porch screaming "GIVE ME SPACE" because between the fighting, tattling, and the 20 questions I had just about enough.  I love my kids but sometimes I need to breathe!  Dad gets a lot of "him" time so it sure would be nice if he said "Baby, go do something by yourself and leave the kids at home"  I haven't ever heard that- now when he goes to his mom's house every couple months I get a break for the weekend and that sure is a blessing. 

Wow... did that turn into a VENT- anyways last night I made the announcement after dinner that everyone was going to do a 10 minute pick up.  I got some ohhs and awws but I shrugged it off and followed through on my threat.  I took the kitchen, kids had their rooms/living room, and hubby had our room.  Everyone jumped in and put things away so after 10 minutes my house looked like it does in the morning when I do my morning clean-up.  I loved going to bed with a clean house.  I loved it better getting up and knowing I didn't have to spend 40 minutes cleaning. 

I actually woke up and went outside to clean front yard.  That felt good.  If everyone chips in then maybe I won't feel like I'm doing everything (and stop bitching about it) and I might not feel so overwhelmed! 

We are so doing 10 minute CLEAN UP every night!!!!

What to BLOG ABOUT??

Do you ever get STUCK on what to write about? I do all the time. I stalk some cool bloggers that talk about blogging but sometimes I get lost on what they are talking about because it doesn't always pertain to my blog.

Last night before bed I was going through some of my PINTEREST boards and came across the BEST POST about 13 Awesome Blog Post Ideas.  I loved every one they listed and oh boy its going to help me in my blogging because I can relate to these blog ideas.  So please head over to CrafterMinds because they have some brilliant ideas that will help us bloggers!

Also I need to be organized- working on that over the summer (lol- I've been working on this all my life- when will I ever pick it up LOL)

What are YOUR favorite Blog Post Ideas?

Trying to Clean House with Kids- A Joke!

I'm not sure who is worse the kids or the hubby!  My mom is coming in a couple days so of course I'm trying to tidy up the house.  I know she knows what I live with so I'm sure she won't verbally judge me outloud.  LOL!  She isn't like that but she might say in her head "damn Pam!" 

I'm trying to clean but it seems like no matter how much I clean the kids mess it up anyways!  I did the carpets the other day and within 12 hours a nice spot appears on the carpet but guess who did it...HUBBY! 

I just wish people (the Allen's) would RESPECT that I want a clean house but with my clan it's just not going to happen.  Do I really have to wait until they move out?  I'm not saying we have garbage everywhere (hell no) but everything should have a place right?  Put it back where it belongs.  If you are done with something-PUT IT BACK!  Close cupboards!  Every morning I get up the cupboards are open- how hard is it to close it.  How hard is it to put the dishes in the sink...not the table! How hard is it pick up the clothes you wore and put in laundry basket- not the floor.  Oh that's right...mom/pam will do it.  Can you tell I'm a bit PO'd at my family?  I ask for help and I don't get much back but they sure do want a lot from me.  I cook, clean, and laundry for everyone but no one wants to help keep our house clean.  When I ask for help I usually get the response "Later Mom" or "I'll do it Sat/Sun" and most of the time it doesn't get done unless I ask 10 times and I hate that! 

I found this on Pinterest the other day:

Unisex Fragrances - Beauty Encounter Review- 2 Thumbs Up!

I was super excited to do a REVIEW on a Discount Fragrance.  I was sent the Miller Harris Figue Amere.  Love the bottle and scent!  It was listed as a UNISEX perfume so at first I was thinking it was going to smell "manish" and my hubby thought it was going to smell to "pretty" but we were both wrong. This is a product we can both can wear and not question the smell.  The best part is we can get this at a DISCOUNT. 

I wore the discount fragrance to work (as a waitress) which I don't usually do because you don't want to smell too overpowering to the customers. But I felt this fragrance was the right balance and I was right. I had both women and men ask what I was wearing because they enjoyed the scent. I had the bottle in my purse so I sprayed a couple customers and also told them the site they could get it from. I guess it is rare to find something both man and woman can wear and I think Miller Harris Figue Amere is a winner - it a big 2 Thumbs UP!

Miller Harris Figue Amere

3.4 oz Eau de Parfum Spray

Figue Amere was inspired by the bitter, ripe, green figs found on the coast of Ibiza: the curious contrast of fleshy fruit with astringent salt. Top notes of bergamot and mandarin contrast with a heart of narcissus poeticus, rose and green violet leaves on a heady base of cedar, amber and sea moss.
*Details provided by Miller Harris

Personality: Stylish

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Nothing Gets Between Me and My ITO EN Green Tea Review

I love my coffee in the morning and my Ice Tea in the afternoon. When I got a chance to try Tea's Tea I was very excited.  I got to try two of their flavors: Blueberry Green tea and Jasmine Green tea.  I liked the Jasmine Green Tea a lot.  I drank it after a long walk and boy did it refresh me. I wanted more and looked up on their site (https://www.itoen.com/store-locator) and found a store near by that carried the tea.  The Blueberry one I shared with my daughter- she enjoyed the taste better than I did.  I'm a big Jasmine Green Tea fan so I just think the Blueberry element wasn't for me but it tasted fine.  We recommend these teas and give them 2 thumbs up.


MORE INFO From Company: Yoga + Green Tea = the perfect marriage When we realized that Beth Shaw, founder of YogaFit, was purchasing our Teas’ Tea 2Liter bottles of Jasmine Green tea by the case, and Beth always carries around a 2L Jasmine Green Tea, it was clear that we could not ask for a better brand ambassador. The holistic lifestyle of yoga including the awareness of how you care for yourself body, mind and soul - and the health benefits and wellness of Green Tea is truly in perfect alignment. “Like YogaFit, ITO EN is a leader in their category. ITO EN teas are natural, committed to health and top quality. I LOVE Ito En green tea because it is truly the only beverage that is anti aging, good for weigh management and gives me just the right amount of energy to get through my busy life. I drink it every day,” explains Beth Shaw enthusiastically, "Nothing Gets Between Me and My Ito En Jasmine Green." About the Product: Each blogger will receive a 500ml bottle of our [unsweetened] Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea and a bottle of our low calorie [slightly sweetened] Teas' Tea. Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea: Authentically brewed, naturally high in tea antioxidants, entirely unsweetened / zero calories, and containing 100% or more of daily value of vitamin C - no wonder Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea is Beth Shaw's daily healthy habit choice.

The Jasmine Green tea is infused with the scent of Jasmine flowers by alternating several layers of the flower within the green tea leaves prior to brewing. It provides a refreshing taste and soothing fragrance. More on the Jasmine Green Tea http://www.teastea.com/unsweetened/#jasmine_green

UNSWEETENED FLAVOR OPTIONS: http://www.teastea.com/unsweetened/
LOW CALORIE FLAVOR OPTIONS: http://www.teastea.com/low-calorie/
More on Beth Shaw and YogaFit here www.YogaFit.com

Go ahead and check out Tea's Tea on facebook and twitter.  BTW  I enjoy reading the information they post on TWITTER.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Merillat Kitchen - Design Your Dream Kitchen/Free Recipe Booklet

Curtis Stone makes cooking fun and Merillat makes it easy. With several smart storage solutions, you can have a fresh, functional and beautiful space to help you achieve your culinary dreams. Fill out the form and register to receive the Take 5 recipe booklet. Exclusively from Merillat, the Take 5 booklet features 5 quick and easy recipes from renowned chef Curtis Stone and Curtis' top 5 favorite Merillat product featu res.

IdeaFolio: Create a scrapbook of your favorite products and images from Merillat.com. Save your step-by-step kitchen and bath planner results or create your own styleboard Share your projects with your friends Next, use our dealer locator to find a Merillat dealer. Be sure to bring the contents of your IdeaFolio with you when you meet with your Merillat design professional.

What To Do AFTER You Write A Post~ Great Info!

I got this off of Pinterest but if you click on the picture it will take you to the website it came from!  Thanks~Health Care Communication

Some AWESOME information here!  I do some of them but I know I need to work on #5, #6,  really need to do #7 more, and #12.  

What do you need to work on?

My Little Girl Is Growing Up

I have to watch what I write because she now reads my blog, darn!  For the past 8 years I have been her entertainment and haven't been able to do much on my own- and when I say that I mean it! I didn't mind too much but sometimes I needed a break.  The last couple weeks I actually get to go to the bathroom by myself.  What has changed~ the girl who says she doesn't like kids now has a FRIEND!

There is a girl next door that comes over to see her Granny almost everyday now and as soon as she gets here LIL MAMA is outside and playing ALL DAY.  She actually gets mad at us when we ask her to come in for dinner or come in for the night. But now I can get stuff done without having to hear "I don't have anything to do" or her picking on her brother.  I'm pretty sure he is as excited as I am with her new found freedom.

But a little part (just a lil)of me is a bit sad knowing she is growing up and entering that phase of her life that MAMA isn't a necessity.  So I don't know if I should be jumping up and down or crying.  She did tell me the other night I am her Best Friend so I least still hold that title.

BTW she LOVES when I do her hair.  So at least I can be her stylist.

20 Issues of Family Fun Magazine for FREE!

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My daughter loves receiving this in the mail and we usually do a couple of the craft ideas.  I love how it shows you to reuse household items.  Plus the recipes are very kid friendly and my daughter loves to pick out what recipe she is going to make. 

eFoods- Every Family Needs Food Security- Just In Case (coupon codes)

 In remembrance of the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster in Japan a year ago, we've created special family preparedness offers for bloggers and their readers: www.efoodsoffer.com. 

Don't forget to enter the special coupon codes, Food40 and Food50, when ordering to get this memorial discount.

eFoods' mission is to empower every family to have food security in the case of storms, natural disasters, or even financial crises like shrinking income or the loss of a job.

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Win 1 of the 2 $100 Omaha Steaks Gift Certificate

Father's Day is just around the corner! Since it's barbecue season and we'd like to help you enjoy your Father's Day cookout even more, we're giving you this great giveaway! Get a chance to win 1 of two $100 gift certificates to Omaha Steaks!

This giveaway brought to you by Bay Area Mommy and some awesome bloggers! And the prize was made possible by American Family

What's more, American Family is offering a new recipe ebook for barbecues! Download it to get 25 entries to the giveaway. PLUS an additional 25 bonus entries for it, giving you a total of 50 entries for just downloading!

Giveaway runs from June 5, 12am EST to June 14, 11:59pm EST. Open to US residents only. Must be 18 years or older to be eligible to win. Please read the Terms and Conditions of this giveaway at the very end of the Rafflecopter form. Good luck!

Win a KitchenAid Stand Mixer from Dear Crissy

Enter HERE to win this AWESOME KitchenAid Stand Mixer~ I want one BAD!!!!

Canvas People - 11x14 for $30 OR 16x20 for $39 (Includes Shipping!)

CanvasPeople.com is offering their gorgeous 11x14 custom photo canvas for $30 shipped or their 16x20 photo canvas for $39 shipped.


Wow what a wonderful deal~  You can use this for a Father's Day gift, Grad gift or something for your home!  


Click HERE to get this awesome offer!

Free Quiznos Sub Coupon- Print Now!

Print out your coupon by clicking on above picture or HERE.  This coupon is good when you purchase a sub of equal or greater value and large drink. Free is Free!  We can use this for sure.  

June Coupons-Food/Personal/Household

We all love to SAVE money so why not use some coupons!  Click and Print!  It's that EASY!

Food Coupons

• $0.70 off one Kellogg's Raisin Bran Cereal
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• $0.75 off 2 Betty Crocker Supreme Brownie
• $0.50 off 2 Betty Crocker fruit Snacks
• $0.50 off TWO Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad Mixes
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• $0.75 off on any Glad Food Storage container
• $1.50 off When you buy Hidden Valley and Glad

Personal Care Coupons

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Vistaprint - 6 Father’s Day gifts for $6 and under

Forget the neck ties and tools this Father’s Day and personalize all your gifts this year. You’ll find six custom products for under $5 at Vistaprint – all are customizable and sure to bring a smile to dad’s face. 

Does he have a favorite coffee mug? He will now! Upload your favorite photos of your husband and children onto a mug for just $2.99. Mouse pads make a great desk accessory for those long days at work – find fun designs for $3.99. 
Create a memory book for dad with photos from years past for $4. Plus, all the photos you upload will be saved in your Vistaprint account. Use them to create a personalized $5 T-shirt and desk calendar at $2.99. 
Add an engraved to the mix for just $4 and you will have the ultimate desk-kit to give to dad! All these reminders will keep him company at work day after day. 


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Personalized items are so special!  I'm going to make a coffee mug for my husband!

Almost Summer- Now What??

Now I have to think of SUMMER PLANS. My brain is totally fried from being home school teacher the last 2 months. Here are some things we will be doing!

SWIMMING at local pool~ the kids LOVE this.  It's open from 2:30- 5pm M-F and I usually buy the 10 visit for $10 (or $1.50 per day) but this doesn't open until June 25th.

BOWLING~ Kids can go everyday for FREE (just pay for shoe rental) this is NATIONWIDE.  Free bowling available until 8 p.m., 7 days a week. AMF summer is May 14 – Sept. 3, 2012.  Just sign up https://freebowling.amf.com/.  You print out daily vouchers.  We were a bit disappointed that our local bowling alley wasn't on the list BUT when we went in there they have their own program.  Bay Area peeps~ sign up here for Albany Bowl.

MOVIES~ Some movie theaters offer Free/Discount Kid Movies during the summer.  The AMC near us stopped their summer program (boo hiss) but there is a couple other theaters we can go to!  Check out Cinemark $1.00 summer movies HERE.  Regal $1.00 summer movies HERE.  When I read the movie selection to my kids they looked at me like I was silly then told me they were too old for those....ummm NEVER too old for Happy Feet- what are you talking about!  They just giggled at me.  So I guess I might have to bring them once a month to $5 Tuesday at our local movie theater to watch newer movies.

CAMPS~ I wish!  Too expensive for us and the ones I can afford the kids DON'T want to go too and since I am home M-F no need to put them somewhere they don't like.  We tried a couple last year that didn't work out.  Maybe next year I will be organized enough to apply for scholarships.

PARKS~ Oh yes we will be visiting several parks this summer!  I'm trying to find some we haven't been too yet.

MUSEUMS~ We will be going to a couple of these during the summer.

CAMPING~ Oh yes!  This will be happening too! 


I also signed up this morning for Operation Summer 2012- an 8 week activity-packed plan to help you create memories, strengthen relationships, provide structure and have fun! The plan is FREE and includes colorful printables, yummy summer recipes, family conversation starters,  and easy craft ideas.  Go HERE to sign up too!


What are your plans?

Submit Your Recipes to the Cook'n Magazine

The new Cook’n magazine is looking for your submissions! This reader-based, high-end, drool-worthy, incredibly-photographed cooking magazine is inviting you to share your favorite recipes.  If your recipe is selected to be in Cook’n, your blog address will appear along side of a beautiful photograph of your recipe and we will sent you a copy of the Nov/Dec holiday issue of the magazine. 

To see what Cook’n has to offer check them out at http://northridgepublishing.com/magazines/cook-n-magazine.

Submit your favorite recipes for

1.      Healthy Holiday Meals

2.      Quick Winter Meals

3.      Cranberries or pumpkin recipes

4.      Holiday Meats

5.      Holiday Side Dishes

6.      Hors d’ oeuvres or finger foods

7.      Holiday desserts

Please submit your recipes along with clear instructions and tips in a Word format file to cookn@northridgepublishing.com.   Deadline for submissions is June 1^st.

Kendall GelThotics Review/Giveaway

If you don't know yet I'm a waitress and foot pain is a BIG FACTOR in my life.  I try to buy better shoes but as mom I'm always looking for that DEAL and doing that I tend to get cheaper shoes that lack the support I need.  


I work Sat/Sun at this busy breakfast cafe and I'm on my feet from 7:30am to 3pm with a 15 minute break.  I'm constantly moving- no standing around at this cafe.  I've also been doing this well over 10 years.  When I get off work I tend to be in a lot of pain and in bed I ago.  I chalk it up as I'm getting older and my body can't handle the beating I give it, LOL!  


When I was asked to do a review on Kendall GelThotics I was excited and curious if they would work.  I've bought store brand inserts and they did nothing to help with pain. 


I wore these inserts which were very easy to place in shoes the last 3 weeks and GUESS WHAT- no bed for me after work.  The pain was very minimal and my legs and feet didn't swell.  I was able to participate in dinner and other family activities without blinking an eye.  These Gelthonics gave me the support I've been lacking all these years and I HIGHLY recommend these no matter what!  


I also love the fact you can use them in any kind of shoe!  So simple to take out and place in another.  

 Product Description

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May was a HARD Month!

When I looked at how many posts I did this month I was REALLY PAM!  Get it together please, LOL.  On top of Home Schooling there has been a lot of adjustments I've had to make and still making.

The kids being home is adjustment.  I used to have the morning to do computer work/blog and then do all house work in afternoon before family got home.  All that has gone out the window and now it's time to do a NEW PLAN!  Because what I'm doing now is not working.

This month I think I fell into a bit of depression. Not just one reason but a lot of things happening that I wasn't prepared for that threw me off my game.  I slept more and found myself watching TV a lot.  When I say a lot I mean I watched the entire show of LOST (120 episodes- 45 minutes each) in 3 weeks.  Not good!

My 10 yr old son is becoming a moody talking back and rolling his eyes kind of kid that wants to do NOTHING around the house.  Tell him to do something is more work than just doing it myself these days.  When he is asked to something we get the "I'll do it later" or "Why" and when I tell him to do it then the crying,  throwing stuff, and the talking under his breath begins.  Oh my- this kid has given me more headaches lately.  I even thought about buying some wine the other night just to be able to calm my nerves.  The other day he lied about something so silly and I knew he was lying that it irritated me so bad I basically just zoned out for hours.

But what hit me the hardest this month was the school that we have been at since my 10 yr old was in Kindergarten is closing.  I know I pulled my kids out due to bullying but still felt like I failed this school in some way.  I was a very active parent and loved the teachers/staff so much.  Now everyone has to find new places to put their kids and new jobs.  Just wrong.  Closing the school wasn't the answer, helping it thrive would have been the answer but the agency head of the school didn't want to do that.

This is our last week of home school and it's time for Summer Vacation.  Maybe the sun and free time will make me feel better.  Plus my mom is coming in a couple weeks and that will be FUN!

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Paula Abdul & FemBody Nutrition- Review

Today Paula Abdul will be on Dr Oz Show (3pm Pacific time) talking about at age 50, she has never looked nor felt better in her entire life.  She will be sharing her age-defying secrets to help you stay healthy and young.  Being 43 I sure do want to know her secrets!  I will be watching of course!


Check out the show TODAY (May 22nd)!


She is a spokeswoman for FemBody Nutrition so she will be discussing this product line. 

Paula loves the Fembody Nutrition Hair, Nails & Skin Activator that contains an array of nourishing ingredients including bamboo extract, a rich source of silica, an essential nutrient in keeping hair and nails healthy. Other beauty-boosting ingredients include vitamin B-complex, calcium, zinc, alpha-lipoic acid, green tea extract, and lutein. Paula also takes Fembody’s Advanced Bone Activator with AlgaeCal®, a plant-based source of calcium that’s easy for your body to absorb so your bones stay strong.


You can also watch a video on her Health Confession:
 http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/paula-abduls-shocking-health-confession?video=13610

I also got to review a Fembody Nutrition product:

Slim Select GT300

This product helps promote reduction of stubborn fat cells with this premium formula of naturally sourced ingredients shown to encourage effective weight management

Promote reduction of stubborn fat cells with this premium formula of naturally sourced ingredients shown to encourage e ffective weight management. Human studies have demonstrated that green tea and EGCG help accelerate fat burning and enhance metabolism. Raspberry Ketones and InnovaTea™ included to support increased fat metabolism.*^†



I have been able to take the product 2 times a day without any jitters (which usually happens with diet pills).  Also I haven't been craving all those "things" I shouldn't have like chips, soda, chocolate- those are my 3 NO's- which I always tend to cave in to having.  Last week the cravings weren't really there and I can honestly say I had no soda last week at all!  That's a BIG WOOHOO for me.  I like the product so far but I've been on it for only a week.  Look for a GIVEAWAY and my results soon!


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I need Whitney Farms Organic Plant Food

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Whitney Farms for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

 

This year I really want or actually NEED to get into gardening.  The house we rent has this huge organic soil garden plot that needs some love.  Last year we did ok but I'm sure we could do a lot better!  I have never used plant food- didn't know I had too.  But if I was going to pick anything I'm sure organic plant food is much healthier than the conventional plant food.  I want big beautiful plants and vegetables. 

Whitney Farms® products contain no additives, nothing artificial, and only ingredients from the Earth. Plus Whitney Farms has over 25+ years of gardening experience and they continue to improve their products.

• Contains ORGANIC-GRO™ Beneficial Microbes that biologically enhance our natural plant food by assisting in the breakdown of organic matter into nutrients
• Use on vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, in beds and containers
• Formula is low to no dust
• No manure odory
• Easy to apply

Not my garden but I want my garden to look like that!  Last year I loved getting the corn, lettuce, tomatoes, peas, green beans and greens for dinner.  This year I want more and with dedication and hard work my garden will be beautiful.  I know if I use Whitney Farms® products I will get that beautiful garden I want.  Also my kids LOVE working in the yard and watching everything grow.  So if I can bring healthy vegetables to the table then that is what is going to happen.  Go Organic!!

Now if you are like me and want to TRY the Whitney Farms organic plant food please go to Whitney Farms® to get a $3 off coupon!

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Homeschool is HARD! Just Saying!

Wow, what did I get myself into? Every morning is a struggle not to lock myself in my room. The "mom, can we have a day off" or "mom, really we have to do this?" is getting real old. The fighting with me and the fighting with each other is giving me a headache EVERY DAY! We have a schedule to follow but my oldest has to fight it every day.

Homeschool is not this wonderful experience I was hoping for, that is for sure! My youngest, well loves doing the school work but she loves picking on her brother more. Then my son feels the need to pick back so then the rest of the day is "MOM...she hit me, Mom...he called me a brat". Really...this is not what I wanted to do everyday. I have even threatened to put them back in the school out of desperation for them to get along. My son's response was, "Then I will get myself suspended"...WTF!

I really wanted this experience to be awesome learning adventure for all of us but it's not.  Everytime, I say let's sit down and do this assignment the rolling eyes start plus all the negative comments. I think they really thought Homeschool was FUN and didn't have to do school work. Haha fooled them huh!

What happens now? Not sure. The schools around here are either overbooked (waiting list)or just horrible. We are on 2 schools waiting list and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that something opens up for next school year. There is only 2 more weeks left so I know we will all get through all this but I'm telling you Homeschool is fricken HARD!

This will be me soon!