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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Important information regarding Depo Provera!

I personally no longer use Depo Provera and have not for many years. The reason that I am posting this is because of my experience when I was younger. I think that this information is very important for anyone who is on Depo or is considering using it! Please use a cla

When I was 20 years old I had an accident and fell down 3 steps. I went to the hospital because I was having significant back pain, but they said it was only bruising. The next morning I was still in bed and the phone was ringing. When trying to get up I screamed because I was in so much pain. Guess who was on the phone. The hospital! It turns out that upon further evaluation of my x-rays they discovered that I had a T-12 compression fracture! I was told to make an appointment with an orthopedic as soon as possible. I had to call multiple people and most told me it would be at least a month before I could be seen (I guess a fractured back isn't too big of a deal to them). After finally finding a doctor who could squeeze me in I was informed that this was "an old person fracture." Apparently compression fractures are usually only seen in the elderly who have osteoporosis. I was only 20 years old!

Later I was informed that you should only take Depo Provera for 2 consecutive years (I had been on it for over 5 years) and that you should take a calcium supplement while using it. My local health department never informed me of this information! I have since spoken to friends who are currently taking Depo Provera who have also not been made aware of this. I understand that there is a need for birth control, but I firmly believe that each person is entitled make an informed decision. There is no way that you can make an informed decision if you are not given the information.

In short due to not being told important facts regarding this medication I missed months of work. I also had to wear a back brace for quite awhile. I was in a significant amount of pain. The worse part about it all is that it all could have been prevented if I had been taking a calcium supplement!

This post is not anti-Depo. I see no problem with using Depo-Provera and think that with all the facts it can be a wonderful medication. For more information please see their website. This information is posted on their website, but I know that many people do not take the time to read this information.

If you or someone you know is on Depo-Provera please make sure that you take a calcium supplement on a regular basis. If you have been on Depo-Provera for an extended period of time without using a calcium supplement you may want to consider a bone density test.

To leave on a good note. . .
I was able to turn a terrible situation into a beneficial one. Since I was unable to work I decided to return to school. I continued going to school after returning to work and graduated with an Associates in Applied Science 5 years later! I am now a registered nurse and I suppose in some weird way the above situation helped me get there!

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Mommy Card Giveaways

I have really been wanting to try the mommy cards that I have seen around. At this time I just found two great giveaways online for them. . .

Creative Mama is giving away one set at http://thecreativemama.com/mommy-cards-a-giveaway/
Hurry only open 2 more hours!
and
Playground parents from urban bliss
This one is open until the 30th

Good luck everyone

Grateful for Brea!

How was I supposed to know that one little person could make such a huge impact in my life?

When I found out I was pregnant I was really scared. Those of you who know me know that Brea's conception was not under ideal circumstances, but I will not go into further details on that. I knew that I would be raising Brea on my own from the start. Which made it even more terrifying. My friends and family kept telling me that I had options, but I knew that I wanted my baby. One thing I had always wanted was to be a mom! Maybe this was not how I had it planned out in my head, but this was my chance. You see I had questions over whether it was even possible for me to conceive. I had been on Depo-Provera for a prolonged period of time when I was younger. I have since read many stories of people who have had an a really hard time conceiving after using Depo. So while I was scared, I was also happy.

After Brea was born there was absolutely no chance in this world that I made the wrong decision. She is the light of my life!
Before having Brea I was kind of in some sort of limbo. I had a college degree, I worked full time as a registered nurse, but I didn't know how to stop partying. While partying didn't control my life I can say that when it was party time all common sense went out the window. I didn't know how to cut the last few threads connecting me to that wild child teen.

For me the answer was Brea! The party girl is gone now and in her place is Mommy! I would much rather spend my time with Brea than out at the bar drinking the night away. When I do have the chance to go out with some friends a drink or two is plenty. I no longer feel the need to party it up. You see I know that Brea will learn from my actions just as I learned from my mom's (that is another story). I try to live my life in a way that I want Brea to live hers. So party girl is out and responsible mommy is in.



Saturday, March 28, 2009

Show off your blog Saturday! #3



First I would like to thank everyone who participated last week. I had the opportunity to check out a lot of really great posts that I would have otherwise missed. I hope to see you all again this week. I would also like to welcome all new participants. I hope you enjoy checking out each others favorite posts I know I will.

We all love blog visitors. I try my best to keep up with all of the blogs I follow, but I know I miss some of the really great posts. I also love finding new blogs when I have the time. So I decided to post a linky where everyone can show off their favorite posts of the week! I hope to be visiting lots of blogs this week and can't wait to check them out.

If you leave your favorite post I promise to check it out and leave some comment luv! Don't forget to check out your fellow bloggers favorite posts while your at it.




Friday, March 27, 2009

All about Brea #2

Brea had her 18 month check up today and everything went great.
Her stats
23.8 lbs and in the 25th percentile
33 1/4 inches and in the 90h percentile

We discussed:
Her temper tantrums and the doctor said they were normal. Maybe to him, but I hate seeing her hit herself in the face.
Her eating habits: Somedays she will eat a lot but others hardly anything. Also normal. ( She gained 2 lbs since her last check up)
Potty training and he said now was a great time to get started. (I have a lot of family and friends who have discouraged potty training her yet because of her age) Now I can get on the ball

I think that covers just about everything. Thanks for reading and I hope everyone has a great day!

Tell me about your child when they were 18 months~

Aloha Friday!




I love participating in Aloha Friday. All you need to do is ask a simple question for others to answer and link up to An Island Life using Mister Linky. Of course there will be many other blogs linked up at Aloha Friday for you to visit.
It is a great way to get to know each other and get some new visitors to your blog! Hope to see you there.

This weeks question:

What is your favorite dessert?

Strawberry cheesecake for me!





Thursday, March 26, 2009

Giveaway Linky! #2

I love giveaways and thought that posting a giveaway linky would help me keep up with all the wonderful giveaways going on around the bloggy world! I would love it if you would share the linky love or add my button so that others could join in the fun. Please add the end date!
I would also like to mention a couple of other blogs that have giveaway linkys posted. Extraordinary Mothers, 80 MPH mom, and Two of a kind, working on a full house! Please take a moment and check out their blogs while you are there!



Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Information for Kmart Shoppers

This is a little off topic for me, but I thought this was important information! Today Brea and I went to check out the savings a Kmart. As some off you may or may not know they are doubling coupons up to $2 this week! This is a great opportunity and while today my shopping trip was unsuccessful (Brea threw a fit) I plan on going back tomorrow. While I was there I spotted all kinds of deal that I can't wait to get my hands on. When I got there I went up to the front desk just to be sure they were honoring the ad, which luckily they were. While at the counter the manager also informed that . . .
coupons were only being doubled if the item was more than the doubled coupon. So upon further questioning I found out that there is no way to get the product absolutely free it MUST be at least 1 cent above the total savings. This is not a big deal to me, but it did impact some of the items that I will need to buy. I have never heard of this before so I thought I would pass it on. I don't know if it is this way at every store or not.

PS - If you placed a link on Show off your blog Saturday do not fear I will be visiting. It has been a busy week with UBP and then there are live giveaways at An Ordinary Life and Mommies Angels! So on my days off from work (Thursday and Friday) you will all be hearing from me!

Thanks for reading!

Friday, March 20, 2009

Show off your blog Saturday! #2

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I just started this last week and I loved visiting everyones posts. Please try to link to the post you want to show off! After all this is your time to show your stuff! Thanks for everyone who joined I hope to see you again. This week I added a button to my side bar feel free to pick it up if you like!

We all love blog visitors. I try my best to keep up with all of the blogs I follow, but I know I miss some of the really great posts. I also love finding new blogs when I have the time. So I decided to post a linky where everyone can show off their favorite posts of the week! I hope to be visiting lots of blogs this week and can't wait to check them out.

If you leave your favorite post I promise to check it out and leave some comment luv! Don't forget to check out your fellow bloggers favorite posts while your at it.

I completely forgot to leave my own favorite post: The best day of my life I would love it if you could click over and check it out!

This ties in wonderfully with the blog party over at 5 minutes for mom! I hope to see many new blogs listed! Have fun at the party!



Ultimate Blog Party Time!

Ultimate Blog Party 2009

Hi everyone! I hope that you are having a fabulous time at the ultimate blog party! If not be sure to go over to 5 minutes for mom and check out the fun! Not only will there be lots of exposure for your blog, but also lots of prizes! WooHoo! I am so excited! I can tell this is going to be one busy weekend. I hope I see you there!


Hello everyone my name is Sarah and now for a little about me. . . I am first and foremost a single mom who is fortunate enough to have an awesome daughter. I am also a registered nurse. I work at a children's psychiatric hospital on a full time basis. In my spare time I love to keep up my blog! I started my blog a long time ago during one of the bloggy carnivals and yes that was the main reason. Shame on me! Recently I decided this would be a great way to keep friends and family posted on Brea's new accomplishments and an easy way to show off recent pictures at work. Since starting I have come to realize that blogging is about so much more than that! I love meeting new people and hearing their stories about life. Quite often I have ran across information that was either helpful or absolutely needed at that time. It is great to find others out in the world who are going through the same things you are!

I would like to invite you to visit my Show off your Blog Saturday linky. I will be featuring this linky every week for other bloggers to link their favorite blog post for that week. I would love it if you would join us! I promise that if you link I'll visit and of course comment sometime during the next week.

So thank you all for visiting and have a great day!

Almost totally messed this one up! I would love to win in this order: 19,21, 22 USC16, USC22,26,118,105,103,99,98,91,82,23,43,50, USC63, USC56, USC47 , USC15, 123, USC11, Intl60, USC12

Aloha Friday!



I love participating in Aloha Friday. All you need to do is ask a simple question for others to answer and link up to An Island Life using Mister Linky. Of course there will be many other blogs linked up at Aloha Friday for you to visit.
It is a great way to get to know each other and get some new visitors to your blog! Hope to see you there.

This weeks question:

Who was your greatest inspiration growing up?

Mine was my great grandfather AKA Papa Glenn Edward. He was always there for others and never had a bad word to say about anyone. He was all about second chances and giving people the benefit of the doubt. He and my great grandma Verlin raised me after raising their own six children! I can say with certainty that without them I would not be who I am today! I can only hope that one day I will learn to be as kind and loving as he was!


Thursday, March 19, 2009

Thankful Thursday

I am thankful for my grandmother who is watching Brea tonight because I am sick (yeah I know I should be in bed!)

I am thankful for my wonderful precious daughter even though she peed on my couch today! (the joys of potty training)

I am thankful that I have a job! So many people out there don't.

I am thankful that I can pay my bills.

I am thankful that I have place to come home to!

I am thankful for the many friends in my life! I love you all!

I am thankful for blogging I love meeting people from all over the world

I will be thankful when this cold goes away

Wow! It actually feels really good just to think of all the things I feel good about!

I have debated on setting up the Mister Linky. I really don't want to go overboard with it, but I love reading everyone's posts. Please give me some feedback on whether I should chill with the linky a little or if you enjoy them.

I also have a linky set up for giveaways and I would love for everyone to come back for Show off your blog Saturday!


Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Catastrophe averted!

I am a little new at using Mister Linky and I just posted two using the easy widget. Little did I know that this would cause the links to appear on both posts. I just figured out how to fix it and thanks to Sara at Subjective Beauty it was quite easy. Without my asking she had set up my blog for mister linky's widgets! Thanks Sara! So everything is fixed now and I have reposted the links that were on the giveaway post. All should be well now if there are any problems please let me know!

Giveaway Linky!

I love giveaways and thought that posting a giveaway linky would help me keep up with all the wonderful giveaways going on around the bloggy world! I would love it if you would share the linky love or add my button so that others could join in the fun. Please add the end date!
I would also like to mention a couple of other blogs that have giveaway linkys posted. Extraordinary Mothers, 80 MPH mom, and Two of a kind, working on a full house! Please take a moment and check out their blogs while you are there!

Now for mister linky

Wordless Wednesday- Brea found the cabinet!







Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Potty Time Tuesday



Healthy Moms hosts a weekly Potty Time Tuesday get together. This is a time to share stories and tips of your potty training adventure. If you are potty training now or want to leaves some stories or tips from past experiences go on over and link up. I could use any advice you have!

I started working with Brea on potty training about two weeks ago. To be honest I haven't been very consistent, but she does appear to be showing some interest. In the last two weeks she has begun trying to put her own pants on and of course takes them off consistently! I have noticed that the last couple of days when she takes her pants (and diaper) off that she goes and sits on the potty for a bit. The only problem is that she waits until she gets up to pee! I have been scrubbing the carpet a lot!

This week my goal is to read her a book whenever she sits on the potty. Hopefully by doing this I will keep her on the potty long enough so that she pees there instead of my floor!

If you have any other suggestions please comment!



Monday, March 16, 2009

The best day of my life!

Kristen over at An Ordinary Life has a great contest going on! You can win a JVC Everio GZ-HD320! I could really use this to document Brea's life. I would love to be able to get things like her first dance recital or her leaving for her first day of school recorded. I was not fortunate enough to tape her birth, but would love to get all the other great moments in her life!

The story of Brea's birth:


On the night before the best day of my life, I left work with every intention of working one more day before starting maternity leave. I had decided that I would rather spend my maternity leave with my baby instead of waiting for her to arrive. Because of this, I scheduled myself to work until the day after my due date. After all who goes into labor on their due date.

I got home and tried to lay down and go to bed, but my back was killing me! I thought it was from constipation and was completely miserable all night! I kept trying to lie down and get comfortable. I tried all kinds of weird positions, but nothing helped. At around six o'clock in the morning, I started to wonder if this was something more than constipation.

The first thing I did was call my grandmother and tell her to come and get me. I then called the hospital and spoke with a nurse. I told her the situation and that I thought I should come in and be examined. She told me that she would set up an appointment as soon as the office opened and they would examine me then. Well I figured that she knew better than me so I called my grandmother and told her not to come until 0830. After hanging up I got up to go lie back down and my water broke! I called my grandma back immediately and told her that she needed to come now. Then I called the hospital once again. I spoke with the same nurse and this time I informed her that my water had just broke. First she asked me if it was possible that I had just wet myself or something. I told her no and that my water had definitely broke (people told me I would know when it happened and that was definitely the truth!) She then said "that is not how it works." That is one comment that I will never forget! All kinds of crazy things went through my head.

Come to find out someone with a similar name had just been there to be assessed for pre-term labor. The girl was only 5 months pregnant and her assessment was okay. So when I had called the nurse did not verify my birthdate which resulted in mistaken identity. So finally after explaining that I was in fact full term and had not just been to visit them I was told to come straight to the labor and delivery unit.

After arriving at the hospital and being placed in a room I remember telling my grandma "I don't think I can do this." The pain was excruciating. Of course she responded by telling me I didn't have much choice at this point!

First I found out I was only 4 cm dilated. I was then hooked up to machines to monitor my contractions. They were very irregular and the intensity was not consistent. Contractions usually start out strong and then the intensity gradually declines. Mine were all over the place. Where the machine was supposed to show a gradual sloping, it showed a zigzag line. In other words my contractions were not very effective.

The doctor then told me that she would like to start me on Pitocin in hopes of regulating my contractions. She also informed me that Pitocin would increase the intensity of my contractions and therefore increase the pain. Prior to the Pitocin drip I received an epidural. The epidural was a lifesaver! Before going into labor I was positive that I would not use medicine unless absolutely necessary Well for me it was necessary and those able to do it without medicine I give you props! During all of this my grandmother , my mom, and my cousin were all with me. I would like to thank them for putting up with me. I am sure it was not easy!

What seemed like hours later they checked my cervix and I was still only 4 cm. The doctor came in and told me I had two choices. I could wait a couple of hours and see what happened or I could have a caesarean. In her opinion I was not going to be able to have the baby naturally even if I waited.

This was the hardest decision that I have ever had to make. I always just assumed that I would have an uncomplicated vaginal birth. I had never had surgery so just that in its self was very frightening. In the end I decided to go ahead with the caesarean. I remember right after making the decision I cried. For one I was scared, but I also felt inadequate because I was unable to have my baby naturally.

After talking with my mom and grandmother it was decided that my grandmother would go in with me. My mom didn't think she could handle the blood and the last thing I needed was someone passing out on me!

A little later the anesthesiologist arrived. He began poking my stomach and legs with a toothpick and asking if I could feel anything. Well the right side was completely numb, but I could feel everything on the left side. Once again I had a decision to make. I could get a spinal block or they could use the epidural that was already in place. The problem with using the epidural was that if I had feeling on one side it would probably be ineffective for that side. This was not a hard decision for me. Who in the world would want to feel one side during surgery? Not me! Therefore I decided to go with the spinal block.

Now I was all ready for surgery and to meet my precious baby. I was a still a little upset about having a caesarean, but more than anything I wanted to meet this little person I was bringing in the world!

During the surgery I was wide awake. I remember my grandmother being right beside me. I remember seeing a splatter of blood on the sheet in front of my face (that was a little freaky.) I didn't feel any pain at all just a little tugging sensation. What I remember the most is hearing "it's a girl," then I heard Breanna cry for the first time. Before they took her out of the room they brought her over so that I could see her and put her up to my face so that I could kiss her cheek. I am doubtful that I will ever experience that feeling again and there is no real way to describe it. All I can say is that it was the best day of my life and the beginning of a whole new world.





Thanks so much Kristin for a great giveaway!

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Monday Lane Memories

Welcome to another addition of Memory Lane Mondays. Hope you are ready for some wonderful memories of the past. Last week we talked about first jobs and I did not get much of a response. Hopefully this week will be better! Regardless I still get to take a few minutes out of the week and remember.

What are we remembering this week?

How about best friends from high school! We all had our little crew in school and the couple of girls who knew everything about us. So I would love to hear a little about those girls or guys from your life.

I was fortunate I had 3 great friends in high school and would like to highlight each of them here this week!

Shantai - Shantai moved here from New Jersey in 9th or 10th grade. I was one of the first people she met. We had a lot of fun together I can remember getting ready to go out at her house talking about boys, doing our hair and makeup. We definitely were not little angels and got in our fair share of trouble, but she was a good friend. Sadly she passed away a few years ago. I will always remember her and the good in her heart! Love you Shantai RIP

Nikki - I worked with Nikki at Hardee's and we hung out a lot in between work and school. I can remember crashing at her apartment on many nights. She was the first one of us to get her own place, which of course was very cool. I can not tell you how many times she saved my butt. She was and is a great friend that I will always cherish. Although now we get together and let the kids play or meet up for a round of tupperware bingo!

Angie - I have known Angie since I was 12 years old. We were always out getting into things we shouldn't have. I remember when she dyed her hair and it turned out completely wrong. I think it was orange, but maybe green. Then there were the times we tried dying our hair with kool-aid. That is until she had her first daughter. Then she grew up real fast, but I was still an irresponsible teenager. We didn't talk very much for awhile, but in the end our friendship survived. We still talk on the phone quite a bit, but she lives out of state now. If we are lucky we get together about once a year. Miss you girl! Hope to see you soon.

Thanks for reading and I hope you join in the fun! If not take a minute and think of all those wonderful people from the past!


Friday, March 13, 2009

Show off your blog Saturday!

I was trying to go to sleep with bloggy thoughts running through my mind and came up with this idea. Yeah I know I'm a little addicted. So even though I have to be up for work in less than 6 hours I thought I would post this first.

We all love blog visitors. I try my best to keep up with all of the blogs I follow, but I know I miss some of the really great posts. I also love finding new blogs when I have the time. So I decided to post a linky where everyone can show off their favorite posts of the week! I hope to be visiting lots of blogs this week and can't wait to check them out.

If you leave your favorite post I promise to check it out and leave some comment luv! Don't forget to check out your fellow bloggers favorite posts while your at it.



Google Reader is a life saver!

I have been using the blogger dashboard to keep up with all of the blogs I am following. It has been taking me forever to go through them. Today I finally took the time to set up my google reader and it made all the difference in the world. What took me hours before I did just now in less than an hour. Even though it took less time I didn't feel like I rushed at all. I loved that I was able to read the posts and decide which ones I wanted to comment on before clicking onto the page!

I would definitely recommend taking the time to set up your feed reader if you haven't all ready. I sure am glad I did!

Your turn: What reader do you use?

Aloha Friday!



I love participating in Aloha Friday. All you need to do is ask a simple question for others to answer and link up to An Island Life using Mister Linky. Of course there will be many other blogs linked up at Aloha Friday for you to visit.
It is a great way to get to know each other and get some new visitors to your blog! Hope to see you there.

My question of the week in honor of Friday the 13th
What is your favorite scary movie? It seems lots of people don't do scary movies. So if that is the case feel free to leave any movie!

Mine would have to be the new Friday the 13th. I went to the theatre and saw it and thought it was really good. You can read my review here.

I had originally posted a different question, but since it is Friday the 13th I thought this would fit in well. I love scary movies and would love to hear about some I haven't heard about yet!

Sorry I forgot to add the mister linky!

Thursday, March 12, 2009

All about Brea




Lately Brea has seemed completely fascinated by certain things.

1. Cell Phones: She is absolutely fascinated with cell phones, but will not actually talk to anyone on it. The last few days she has accidently called quite a few of my friends. I actually left a message on one girl's phone because I didn't want her to think I prank called her. I just hope she doesn't accidentally call 911!

2. Steps: She loves climbing up and down the steps. Thank goodness we only have steps on the porch otherwise I think I would live in fear 24/7. Today she did make it up the porch all by herself!

3. Climbing: She keeps climbing on my tables every time I turn around she is getting up on the kitchen table. Any ideas how to break that one?

4. Electronics: My camera and my laptop are another one. Anytime I turn by back she is grabbing one or the other.

5. Singing: Yeah we got one safe one. She loves singing. Do you remember the "Barney song" "I love you . . . " Well our song is like that except it is I love Brea. Brea loves me. We're a happy family. It is so cute to hear her sing along with me.

She is growing up so fast. I will cherish these memories for the rest of my life. Thanks for reading.


Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Wordless Wednesday

I couldn't pick just one! So. . .


It was such a beautiful day. I wish she would play somewhere other than the porch though!


Uh Oh is this a preview of the terrible twos! If so HELP!


Brea's first time eating corn on the cob!

Please feel free to sign up on Mister Linky and I will be sure to visit your post! Don't forget to head over to http://www.wordlesswednesday.com/ for more wordless wednesday fun!


Sunday, March 8, 2009

Memory Lane Mondays

Are you ready for a walk down memory lane! As I grow older I don't think about the past as much as I used to, but lets be honest the past made me who I am! I decided to start this meme to get to know fellow bloggers and to remember the good old days.

Each week I will post a different topic. Of course these topics may not relate to everyone, some may not even relate to me! I want to do this for everyone and not just myself so bear with me. Please feel free to email me or comment on any topics you would like to see in the weeks to come.

This weeks topic

I would love to hear a story about your first job
!

My first job was Hardee's (I know real glamourous right). To be honest we had a lot of fun. I worked there for about 2 years. My supervisor was Theresa and she was a lot of fun. Most of the time I worked there I worked with Joe, Nikki, and Jason. Of course many other faces came and went, but the four of us stuck it out!

I remember that every time we would get a new cook Joe would send them looking for the "plain sauce." People would spend for-ever upstairs in the stock room searching for plain sauce. Can anyone guess what plain sauce is? You guessed it there is no such thing! If you ask for a plain cheeseburger would you expect some special sauce on it. I think not.

So there is my story! I now invite you to join me by blogging about your first job. The story can be long or short the main point is for you to remember and for all of us to get to know each other! After posting please sign up on the mister linky so that we can all visit each other. Oh and please post a link back here on your post so that others may join in the fun!

Hope to see you next Monday for another walk down memory lane!

Oh and just in case your wondering why I posted on Sunday, I just wanted to be sure it was up for early risers! Which of course I am not.



And the winner is . . .

First I would like to thank everyone for their stories and tips. I really enjoyed reading all of the comments.

Now for the winner

True Random Number Service
Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

3
Timestamp: 2009-03-08 17:12:55 UTC

Sorry I couldn't figure out how to make it pretty. I would love to learn some tips on how others post the winning numbers on their site!

So the luck number 3 is Lisa P who said "I will be getting ready to do the potty training thing wiht DS. With DD 10 years ago she only go tmotivated when she was able to move to the 2 year old room at day care with her friends.But from then on every 2 minutes she had to go potty!"

I will be emailing Lisa and she will have 72 hours to email me back. Hope to hear from you, but if not then I will pick someone else.

Thanks once again to all of my participants and I hope to have another giveaway soon. Hope to see you again soon




Saturday, March 7, 2009

How do you keep up?

I have been blogging for a couple of weeks now and I love it! I love reading other blogs and sharing in stories from others lives. I love reading reviews and being introduced to products that I never would have known about otherwise. I love posting my own stories and reviews. I love participating in giveaways! I love commenting on other blogs and of course receiving comments on my own!

I try to post at least once a day although sometimes I fail. I try to check out my commenters blogs and have done fairly well with that. Although I have a little catching up to do. I try to read the blogs that I follow daily and I am doing well with that. I also try to visit some communities regularly such as extraordinary mothers. I try to get on twitter often although I am slacking a little there! I just started joining other sites to promote my blog such as entrecard. I will continue to try to do all of these things!

Most important I spend a lot of quality time with my daughter! As a single mom I am her primary caregiver and I love our time together. This is the one thing that I can not and will not slack on! She is the most important person in my life.

Oh and lets not forget work. I work full time as a registered nurse at a children's psychiatric hospital. This is another must. I have to put food on the table and a roof over our heads. Not to mention the toys and such! Oh yes and I actually really enjoy working with kids too!

So what have I been slacking on the most you say. Well that is easy! My house is a complete disaster although I am working on it bit by bit!

My question to you. . . How do you keep up with all of these things. Any tips and ideas would be appreciated!

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Aloha Friday!



Every Friday on An Island Life they post a mr linky and ask a simple question for others to answer. It is a great way to get to know other bloggers! This is my first week participating and I am very excited. Hope to see you there too!

So to all I say Aloha Friday!

My question of the week

What is your favorite vegetable?

Mine would have to be squash and zucchini fried with a little olive oil and salt and pepper! Yummy

It is my lucky day!

Today I spent a little time shopping with my grandma. We ended up right next to Circuit City which will be closing in 4 days. They had discounts ranging from 30%-80%. I picked up the squeezebox duet by logitech, which I had never heard of. It sounded pretty cool! In case you have never heard of it either it streams music from your computer and the internet to your home stereo. How cool is that!

I asked one of the staff how much it was and he told me $80 then he told me that the original price was $400. I decided to go ahead and buy it. I was a little concerned that the original price had been raised. We all know the liquidation sale stories! After researching online I verified that the suggested retail price was $399 and even on ebay they were selling for around $250.

I have to say that I think I came out great on this deal!

Your turn: What deals have you found recently?

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

WAT-AAH Challenge




I participated in the wat-aah challenge and have to admit that I did not think that Brea would ever choose water over her juice box. The first time I was right she went straight for the juice box, but I decided to leave it there and see what happened. Low and behold the next time she went to the fridge she actually picked out the Wat-aah! She seemed to enjoy drinking the water too. In my opinion this was a huge success! If Brea chooses water once or twice a day then that is that much less sugar she is ingesting. Do you think this would work for your children?
Don't forget you can sign up for the WAT-AAH challenge to find out!