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Happy Birthday Cooper Jaxon Cooley!!! We love you to the moon and back!! Let's party!!!
I will post later on the happenings of the day....toodles :)
I will post later on the happenings of the day....toodles :)
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Christmas cards from Shutterfly!!!
Since having kids, I STRESS about Christmas cards every year! My goal is to get the cutest and most unique picture and then find a photo card to complete the look. I love using black and white pictures with a hint of color and complimenting the picture with a colorful and stylish design. I have used other websites before but then discovered Shutterfly. Shutterfly has a huge selection, unique designs, and tons of cards to choose from. They are also priced competitively with other card websites. I have already looked at all of the designs for Christmas cards this year and it's going to be a very tough decision. I want to find a card that people will want to hang on to after the holidays. I've narrowed it down to a few ( well, more than a few )
Those are just a few. I could probably have put about 10 more on here. Go check out Shutterfly's cute photo card designs. http://www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery/christmas-cards
To my fellow bloggers. Post a blog about all the goodies that Shutterfly has to offer and receive 50 free cards. Click here http://bit.ly/sfly2010 for details!!
Those are just a few. I could probably have put about 10 more on here. Go check out Shutterfly's cute photo card designs. http://www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery/christmas-cards
To my fellow bloggers. Post a blog about all the goodies that Shutterfly has to offer and receive 50 free cards. Click here http://bit.ly/sfly2010 for details!!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Questions???
The following list is made up of questions that I have. Some of you may be offended so here is your warning. Hopefully, some of you will find yourself either saying "Yeah, me too" or "Oh, I know!" . This is also another vent blog. It's the second round of the playoffs and I am little stressed. So, here it goes
1. Why is there a need for the hands-free hand sanitizer? Even if the pump you have to touch is covered with germs aren't you about to DISINFECT your hands? I will stick with the cheaper GermX pump bottle.
2. Why do some women wear lip liner in shades like brown or dark red then fill in their lips with a light or translucent lipstick? It just looks like they forgot to apply the lipstick.
3. Why do some crappy human beings not put children in car seats? I have actually called the police on some people that I have seen riding around with kids jumping from seat to seat or babies being held and not in a carrier. May be crazy but I always think if those people did end up getting into an accident and the child/children are hurt or killed, then that could have been prevented.
4. Why would you want to put a decal of a young boy peeing on something? No matter how much I dislike something I doubt I will ever relieve myself on it. Just a thought.
5. Why do people put aluminum foil in the windows of their homes? I understand that it blocks out sunlight but for a couple more bucks you can have your very own set of blinds from Dollar General. Leave the foil for kitchen uses and the occasional highlights ;)
6. Why do some women choose to dye their hair that darkest shade of black then throw a big chunk of platinum blonde in the center? The bride-of-Frankenstein/skunk look is not flattering AT ALL!
7. Why do people get upset about other people knowing their "business" when all they do is put their "business" on places such as facebook? Don't put anything private as your status because, in case you didn't realize, hundreds if not thousands of people (friends) can read it.
8. Why do some adult women still wear ribbons in their hair? Unless you are a member of some older women's cheerleading squad the above should not happen.....EVER!
9. Mullets, Skullets (bald on top), or Wollets (women with mullets).........Why?
10. Why would someone want to be able to fit a can of green beans through their earlobe? I don't get the whole gauged-ear thing.
11. Why are some people so unbelievably lazy enough to park in a handicap parking space? Is it really going to kill you to hoof it the extra 20 feet to the entrance? Probably not.
That is all......for now :)
1. Why is there a need for the hands-free hand sanitizer? Even if the pump you have to touch is covered with germs aren't you about to DISINFECT your hands? I will stick with the cheaper GermX pump bottle.
2. Why do some women wear lip liner in shades like brown or dark red then fill in their lips with a light or translucent lipstick? It just looks like they forgot to apply the lipstick.
3. Why do some crappy human beings not put children in car seats? I have actually called the police on some people that I have seen riding around with kids jumping from seat to seat or babies being held and not in a carrier. May be crazy but I always think if those people did end up getting into an accident and the child/children are hurt or killed, then that could have been prevented.
4. Why would you want to put a decal of a young boy peeing on something? No matter how much I dislike something I doubt I will ever relieve myself on it. Just a thought.
5. Why do people put aluminum foil in the windows of their homes? I understand that it blocks out sunlight but for a couple more bucks you can have your very own set of blinds from Dollar General. Leave the foil for kitchen uses and the occasional highlights ;)
6. Why do some women choose to dye their hair that darkest shade of black then throw a big chunk of platinum blonde in the center? The bride-of-Frankenstein/skunk look is not flattering AT ALL!
7. Why do people get upset about other people knowing their "business" when all they do is put their "business" on places such as facebook? Don't put anything private as your status because, in case you didn't realize, hundreds if not thousands of people (friends) can read it.
8. Why do some adult women still wear ribbons in their hair? Unless you are a member of some older women's cheerleading squad the above should not happen.....EVER!
9. Mullets, Skullets (bald on top), or Wollets (women with mullets).........Why?
10. Why would someone want to be able to fit a can of green beans through their earlobe? I don't get the whole gauged-ear thing.
11. Why are some people so unbelievably lazy enough to park in a handicap parking space? Is it really going to kill you to hoof it the extra 20 feet to the entrance? Probably not.
That is all......for now :)
Friday, November 12, 2010
Can I vent just a minute?
The following rant is simply just for stress-relief purposes. I'm using this blog to vent to instead of my husband (just on game days) so I don't stress him out even more. Please forgive me for this whiny complaint you are about to read.
Our first playoff game is tonight and I am STRESSING!!! Not why you would think. I'm pretty confident that our boys will be ready to play unless they just go out there and lay a big ol' egg! I'm stressing because of my "hosting" duties. Here is what my afternoon/evening is looking like. 3:00.....Rush to Children's Place to try to find gloves for Avery's tiny hands. 3:30.....head home and start getting the tailgate food ready, pack game bags, get kids dressed and myself, and load up the truck. 5:00.......pull up at the game and unload kids, grandparents, and food. Set up the food while making sure kids do not run off into the sea of tailgaters. Make sure there are "strategically" placed seats for my father under the tent. Get the rest of my family/guest parked and into the game. Make sure all my guest have seats, eat, and can see the ballgame. Visit with my pals and chase kiddos. Make sure the babies don't freeze. Make sure Cooper doesn't eat 5,000 cookies and puke. Hope for a Mustang victory and go see daddy after the game on the field. Clean up the tent and pack everything back up. Collapse into bed!!! I'm already tired and it's 5 hours before kickoff! GO MUSTANGS!! BEAT THE WARRIORS!!!
Our first playoff game is tonight and I am STRESSING!!! Not why you would think. I'm pretty confident that our boys will be ready to play unless they just go out there and lay a big ol' egg! I'm stressing because of my "hosting" duties. Here is what my afternoon/evening is looking like. 3:00.....Rush to Children's Place to try to find gloves for Avery's tiny hands. 3:30.....head home and start getting the tailgate food ready, pack game bags, get kids dressed and myself, and load up the truck. 5:00.......pull up at the game and unload kids, grandparents, and food. Set up the food while making sure kids do not run off into the sea of tailgaters. Make sure there are "strategically" placed seats for my father under the tent. Get the rest of my family/guest parked and into the game. Make sure all my guest have seats, eat, and can see the ballgame. Visit with my pals and chase kiddos. Make sure the babies don't freeze. Make sure Cooper doesn't eat 5,000 cookies and puke. Hope for a Mustang victory and go see daddy after the game on the field. Clean up the tent and pack everything back up. Collapse into bed!!! I'm already tired and it's 5 hours before kickoff! GO MUSTANGS!! BEAT THE WARRIORS!!!
Monday, November 8, 2010
Halloween and The Sellers' Tea
Ok, I finally downloaded the Halloween pictures. Initially, Cooper was going to be a farmer and Avery was going to be a cute little cow. Well, Cooper had other ideas and the cow costume swallowed Avery. Plan B......Dinosaur and a Princess Bee (Cooper's name for Avery's costume).
The first weekend in November we go out to Wayne Co. to the Sellers' Tea. I'm not really sure why it's called a "tea" because we eat lunch. Anyway, we always have a great time. Aunt Jean has a nice little back yard to run around in and the weather is always nice.
Mine and Heather's trunk for Trunk or Treat.....we didn't win
Coach Papaw and Cooper
Getting into character
Tired pups.....what is up with Cooper's face?
The first weekend in November we go out to Wayne Co. to the Sellers' Tea. I'm not really sure why it's called a "tea" because we eat lunch. Anyway, we always have a great time. Aunt Jean has a nice little back yard to run around in and the weather is always nice.
One of the few times she wasn't running (waddling)
Please excuse the stuff on his chin.....it will be gone at the end of football season ;)
Sweet boy
Ahhhhhhhh.....but the little one on the left didn't stay down long
November Nerves & Nausea
November = playoffs. Yes, this is another blog about football. I'm sorry but that is our life right now. Friday will be our first playoff game so now it's week to week football which I hate. We go to each game thinking will this be our last?? Will our season end tonight? I pray every year we will play until the first week in December but you just never know. Am I doubting our team?.....absolutely not! The playoff system is a little screwed up though. We finished 10-0 this year again and we will likely have to travel BACK to Picayune in the 2nd round if everything shakes out. NOT FAIR!!! Our boys worked hard and earned an undefeated season so we should get to play each game at home and certainly not have to travel back to a team who we beat the pants off of. Oh, but that's the way it goes. Good teams win at home or away, right? We shall see......Go Mustangs Beat D'Iberville!!
On to another rant.......Avery has been teething and it is TERRIBLE!! She has had horrible diapers which has resulted into the worst diaper rash to date! She hasn't been sleeping either and it's been wearing on mommy and daddy. This too shall pass......hopefully sooner rather than later!
I will post Halloween pictures soon :)
On to another rant.......Avery has been teething and it is TERRIBLE!! She has had horrible diapers which has resulted into the worst diaper rash to date! She hasn't been sleeping either and it's been wearing on mommy and daddy. This too shall pass......hopefully sooner rather than later!
I will post Halloween pictures soon :)
Thursday, November 4, 2010
I LOVE........
I've been reminded here lately on how thankful I should be. My life is pretty great! I decided to come up with a few things I love......In no particular order
I LOVE............
1. My little family. Although having a 3yr old and 1 yr old is pretty stressful and downright exhausting sometimes it is also the most wonderful thing! Our two kids are the funniest little people and they each have their own unique personality. We are blessed beyond words to even be able to have kids and I thank God for them each and every day.
2. My husband....duh! I know most women say that they are lucky to marry their husbands. I hit the freaking jackpot!! Justin has so many traits that you don't always find in a man. He comes home from football exhausted and stressed and still helps me with the kids. He cooks dinner more often than I do because he is the better cook. He will do whatever housework I need him to. He loves to wear pink and I love it when he wears it. he is definitely not afraid to show emotion.....he's a cryer people. He gives me my "me time" breaks when he sees that I am in desperate need of one. He is athletic, funny, smart, and hot! AND he is MINE :) yay me!
3. Our church......we recently joined Summerland Baptist Church. Our good friend's, The Milner's, invited us and we were hooked. There are so many couples our age and a ton of children our kid's age that go there. Bro. Eric Estess is great and his wife Maria is a hoot and a half! Mrs. Candee, our Sunday School teacher, is hilarious and makes our class a wonderful place to be!
4. My hairdresser......Yes, this person is very important let's be honest! Ashley Sims is the sweetest, most talented stylist I have ever had and trust me, I have had several. She is always on time, listens to what I want to do with my mop, always does a great job, and always makes those 2-3 hour appointments enjoyable. Nothing is worse than a bad hair dresser!! Give her a call........she is the BEST!!
5. Christmas time.......I have always loved this time of the year but it has grown since we have had children. I love everything from decorating (even though I'm not very good) to buying presents and even wrapping them. I love the smell of a real Christmas tree. I love looking at all of the houses with toms of Christmas lights. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the movie National Lampoons Christmas Vacation....you serious Clark? I love trying to make that special Christmas card picture that everyone will love. I love seeing all of my family because Christmas and Thanksgiving are really the only times we all get together....which I don't love. Oh, and I LOVE our 2 week Christmas vacation from school!
6. Mexican food.......I could eat chips, salsa, and cheese dip every single day. I'm surprised my two kids weren't born with sombreros because when I was pregnant I craved Mexican food even more! We eat at Mi Casita so much that the waiters know what we want and ask us where our kids and Johnny is when we are alone.....it's actually kinda sad.
7. Reality TV and Gossip Mags.....I love both.....a lot! Thank goodness for DVR and On Demand because that allows me to catch all of my favorite shows. The Bravo channel is my favorite. I also love gossip magazines. There is nothing better than an issue of US Weekly and my recliner.
8. Shopping......by myself. I'm the weirdo that loves to shop alone. I like to go at my own pace, browse, and go wherever I want to go. We should have really chosen different professions because our salaries does not support my love of shopping.....not even close.....sigh
9. The Movies........I really don't care what movie we see, I just love going to the movies. I love the seats, concession stand, and previews. I DO NOT like the talkers!! I can't stand it when someone talks or makes comments during an entire movie.
10. Mascara.......I simply could not live without it.....period!
11. Self-tanner.......This is a necessity for me. The sun and my skin are mortal enemies and I have the dermatology bills to prove it. I have tried every kind of self tanner on the market and my favorite is the Loreal Sublime Bronzer.
12. JCJC......I made some great memories at that school. Can I go back?
13. Music.....I have a very broad taste in music. I love riding in my car alone with one of my favorite songs on full blast. I think Avery also has a love for music. The girl will dance to anything you turn on......uh oh
14. Black & White pictures.......b&w pictures are classic and beautiful. I also love adding just a touch of color to some.
15. Mississippi Magazine's Bridal registry Issue......I look forward to this issue every year. I love looking at all of the pictures and reading the wedding details. Thank you mom for putting our wedding in it......great keepsake!
16. Target......it has everything Wal-Mart has only cuter. Laurel needs one ASAP!!
17. Oxford......can we move there please?
18. Key West......Ok, we will split our time between here and Oxford.
19. Chocolate........Halloween and Valentine's day is HELL for me.
20. O'Charley's loaded potato soup.....BEST SOUP EVER!!
21. My happy life
I LOVE............
1. My little family. Although having a 3yr old and 1 yr old is pretty stressful and downright exhausting sometimes it is also the most wonderful thing! Our two kids are the funniest little people and they each have their own unique personality. We are blessed beyond words to even be able to have kids and I thank God for them each and every day.
2. My husband....duh! I know most women say that they are lucky to marry their husbands. I hit the freaking jackpot!! Justin has so many traits that you don't always find in a man. He comes home from football exhausted and stressed and still helps me with the kids. He cooks dinner more often than I do because he is the better cook. He will do whatever housework I need him to. He loves to wear pink and I love it when he wears it. he is definitely not afraid to show emotion.....he's a cryer people. He gives me my "me time" breaks when he sees that I am in desperate need of one. He is athletic, funny, smart, and hot! AND he is MINE :) yay me!
3. Our church......we recently joined Summerland Baptist Church. Our good friend's, The Milner's, invited us and we were hooked. There are so many couples our age and a ton of children our kid's age that go there. Bro. Eric Estess is great and his wife Maria is a hoot and a half! Mrs. Candee, our Sunday School teacher, is hilarious and makes our class a wonderful place to be!
4. My hairdresser......Yes, this person is very important let's be honest! Ashley Sims is the sweetest, most talented stylist I have ever had and trust me, I have had several. She is always on time, listens to what I want to do with my mop, always does a great job, and always makes those 2-3 hour appointments enjoyable. Nothing is worse than a bad hair dresser!! Give her a call........she is the BEST!!
5. Christmas time.......I have always loved this time of the year but it has grown since we have had children. I love everything from decorating (even though I'm not very good) to buying presents and even wrapping them. I love the smell of a real Christmas tree. I love looking at all of the houses with toms of Christmas lights. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the movie National Lampoons Christmas Vacation....you serious Clark? I love trying to make that special Christmas card picture that everyone will love. I love seeing all of my family because Christmas and Thanksgiving are really the only times we all get together....which I don't love. Oh, and I LOVE our 2 week Christmas vacation from school!
6. Mexican food.......I could eat chips, salsa, and cheese dip every single day. I'm surprised my two kids weren't born with sombreros because when I was pregnant I craved Mexican food even more! We eat at Mi Casita so much that the waiters know what we want and ask us where our kids and Johnny is when we are alone.....it's actually kinda sad.
7. Reality TV and Gossip Mags.....I love both.....a lot! Thank goodness for DVR and On Demand because that allows me to catch all of my favorite shows. The Bravo channel is my favorite. I also love gossip magazines. There is nothing better than an issue of US Weekly and my recliner.
8. Shopping......by myself. I'm the weirdo that loves to shop alone. I like to go at my own pace, browse, and go wherever I want to go. We should have really chosen different professions because our salaries does not support my love of shopping.....not even close.....sigh
9. The Movies........I really don't care what movie we see, I just love going to the movies. I love the seats, concession stand, and previews. I DO NOT like the talkers!! I can't stand it when someone talks or makes comments during an entire movie.
10. Mascara.......I simply could not live without it.....period!
11. Self-tanner.......This is a necessity for me. The sun and my skin are mortal enemies and I have the dermatology bills to prove it. I have tried every kind of self tanner on the market and my favorite is the Loreal Sublime Bronzer.
12. JCJC......I made some great memories at that school. Can I go back?
13. Music.....I have a very broad taste in music. I love riding in my car alone with one of my favorite songs on full blast. I think Avery also has a love for music. The girl will dance to anything you turn on......uh oh
14. Black & White pictures.......b&w pictures are classic and beautiful. I also love adding just a touch of color to some.
15. Mississippi Magazine's Bridal registry Issue......I look forward to this issue every year. I love looking at all of the pictures and reading the wedding details. Thank you mom for putting our wedding in it......great keepsake!
16. Target......it has everything Wal-Mart has only cuter. Laurel needs one ASAP!!
17. Oxford......can we move there please?
18. Key West......Ok, we will split our time between here and Oxford.
19. Chocolate........Halloween and Valentine's day is HELL for me.
20. O'Charley's loaded potato soup.....BEST SOUP EVER!!
21. My happy life
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