Okay Me With No Make Up!

I have a tumor in my Thyroid! Sometimes my neck swells up like a big flat tire!
Maybe later I will post a picutre with makeup.
This is me right now swollen neck & raccoon eyes.

DO YOU NEED A GOOD LAUGH?

When you're feeling down just be glad you don't look & feel like this:

Three Different Directions Giveaway!

Healthier Gummy Bears Or Your Choice of Candy From Surf Sweets!
Three Different Directions Blog is Having a SWEET GIVEAWAY!




Surf Sweets has generously donated a prize package for one random entrant who fills out the form! The prize will consist of a Gift Pack of Products (similar to the top picture on this post), a Surf Sweets t-shirt and a $20 gift card to the www.naturalcandystore.com.
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The Gummy Bear Song Karaoke With Lyrics



PS: IF ANYONE BESIDES ME WINS~SEND ME A HANDFUL..PRETTY PLEASE !

Who Holds My Heart?

Sammy & Tootsie

THESE ARE MY SISTER'S PUPPIES. THEY HAVE BEEN STAYING WITH ME SINCE THEIR HOME WAS DESTORYED BY HURRICANE IKE. THEIR HOME IS BEING REBUILT. THEY LOVE TO STAY WITH "AUNT MARCY"!

My Kitties!

MIRACLE~WITH HER HER FRIEND!





ZENA BRAT ~HOLD ME PLEASE!


ZOE LAUGHS!

(look close ! Zoe was born with the tip of her tail bent & then bent again about 2"~so it makes a curly ~Q)

Bloggy Giveaways.com & Lucky Girl Trading Co.!

I won a HEAVENLY prize today from Bloggy Giveaways who held a contest on behalf of Lucky Girl Trading Co. !
Seen in the picture above is my prize!
This magnificent cross! The diamond-accented solid gold cross features a beautiful Swiss Blue Topaz gem. The cross comes on an 18" gold rope chain.

To say Thank You ~I want to tell you all about Both Bloggy Giveaways & Lucky Girl Trading Co.

So what is Bloggy Giveaways?

Here's is the "ALL ABOUT":
Bloggy Giveaways.com

http://www.donttryit.com/bloggy_giveaways/

About This Site
Hi there. My name is Melanie. Some people know me as Chilihead. Shannon, over at Rocks In My Dryer, originally started Bloggy Giveaways. When she was ready to retire, she sent out boxes of chocolate with five golden tickets buried somewhere in the wrappers. I was one of the lucky recipients, toured her blogging factory, didn't give the secrets to Slugworth, and won the prize. Something like that.

Writing at my other blog has taught me many things, among them that it is FUN to host giveaways. I love it.

Enter this blog, which is simply a home for hosting giveaways. The idea is simple, really. Companies both large and small are interested in getting their products out there in front of you, the consumer. And you, presumably, are interested in the chance to win free stuff.

So when companies contact me, interested in giving out buzz-generating free stuff, I pass the chance to win on to you in a post highlighting their product. You leave a comment on the post. After a couple of days, I draw a random winner from the comments. There are no strings attached--I won't host giveaways for any company that requires any payment (including shipping).

Anyone who wins a giveaway will not be eligible to win another one at my site for 30 days.

And that's it. Y'all play nice, and have fun.
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{SO BASICALLY SHE HOST NUMEROUS BLOG GIVEAWAYS FROM WONDERFUL COMPANIES.....ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS STOP BY , LEAVE A COMMENT & BE READY TO WIN SOME FABULOUS PRIZES}
I ENTERED TODAY AROUND NOON & FOUND OUT I WAS THE WINNER AROUND SUPPER TIME.....IS THAT FAST OR WHAT!)
If you're looking for fantastic gifts & more for yourself or your love ones.......start here at Bloggy for the best ideas! Sign up to win......I did & WOW! This Cross is so beautiful!

The Necklace comes from Lucky Girl Trading CO. !
Here's her all about & how to see her glamorous Bling Bling!
Lucky Girl Trading Co.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5252096
http://luckygirltrading.blogspot.com/

Lucky Girl(Peggy)
Gender: Female
Industry: Arts
Location: Durham : North Carolina : United States
About Me
In the spring of 2001 I was overwhelmed by sadness and huge piles of clutter. My marriage was in the midst of a very ugly ending, and he had left tons of his stuff behind. I suddenly realized that I was a very lucky girl to be rid of him, and Lucky Girl Trading Company was born. I began listing his stuff for sale on eBay, clearing away both the clutter and the sadness. A few years later I met my lucky guy--who was selling a bit of jewelry--and married him in a hot air balloon ceremony in 2006. We've worked together to build Lucky Girl Trading into a fun and fulfilling enterprise. I've discovered working with glass--one of my all-time favorite creative outlets. I've also discovered two ancient arts: Kumihimo and Temari. Both are centuries-old crafts, and both give me a zen-like tranquility while working. I truly am a Lucky Girl! Every day I gather pretty, sparkly things and send them to people. I imagine a person opening their mail and taking out their new pendant or chain or pouch. It's perfect--they have a huge smile on their face--and so do I. I'd love for that person to be you!

My Blogs
The Peanut Butter Blog
Make Every Day Your Lucky Day

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{I have to tell you she has some of the most delightful jewelery! Charms,Pendants, necklaces, earrings, vintage patterns,books & so much more. Very Zen, wonderful craftsmanship}
Her prices are very good too! I saw a set of Silver Cross Charms with CZ stones in the middle for less than $10 for the PAIR!
If you love silver, natural stones, & pretty sparkly things~YOU GOT TO HEAD OVER TO HER SHOP TODAY!

KUDO'S TO PEGGY & MELANIE ~You're sites are inspirational & exciting!
All My Best Wishes & Heartfelt Thank You to you both!
You brought Tears Of Happiness to me today & I truly feel Blessed!

MilkandCookeez & SoBellaCreations!

I won a Pink Tartan Hair Bow from a Milkandcookeez Blog Giveaway!

A little about Milkandcookeez:
http://www.milkandcookeez.blogspot.com

Here's Tammy's about me info:

Im a mom, a bath product maker, and I dont like laundry {I would rather scrub toilets than wash 1 more load of clothes}. Im married to a great guy who supports my "habits".

TAMMY IS A MOMMY & A BATH & BODY SHOP OWNER!
HER CREATIONS SMELL SO YUMMY YOU'LL BE TEMPTED TO EAT THEM!
CHECK OUT HER SITE TODAY FOR SOME OF THE MOST DELICIOUS BATH PRODUCTS ON THE INTERNET.
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The bow is made By Candy! SO BELLA CREATIONS!

Candy lives in Florida with her hubby & two preschool princesses!
She grew up in Louisanna & now lives in Central Florida with her family!
Candy makes the most darling Hair Bows for Girls!
SoBellaCreations's Shop Announcement
{Creating Beautiful Bows for Little Girls}

I can also make custom bows and collegiate bows. If your interested send me a convo.
I will ship internationally. Please send me a convo for shipping rates. Thanks!
Proud Member ~
EtsyMoms
Etsy Kids Team
Etsy Kids Atlantic Southeast Team.

***If you would prefer your bow on a Double Prong Alligator clip instead of the French Barrette. Please let me know. In most cases I will be more than happy to acomodate the request.
Check out Candy's blog http://sobellacreations.blogspot.com
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MY REVIEW'S:
BELLA BELLA BELLA (Bella means "That's Good" in french)!
The Bath products from Milkandcookeez are Heavenly & the Bows from SoBellacreations are very precious. The quality & craftmanship of both their products are amazing!
Thanks To Tammy & Candy for the giveways & running such sweet blogs.
KUDO'S TO YOU BOTH!

Bridge City Hurricane Ike

Cheshire Cat-Crazy

HA HA HA BLESS YOUR SOUL!

The Not-So-Blog Blog: Aloha Friday!

The Not-So-Blog Blog: Aloha Friday!

Aloha Friday's!

Aloha Friday's!



This week's question:If your blog could have a mascot, what would it be?
My Answer: GUMMY BEARS!


My question if you could move to anywhere & live out the rest of your life ~where would you go?

My Answer: Scottland

Alice In Wonderland

I LOVE THIS QUOTE!

"Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to walk from here?"
"That depends a good deal on where you want to get to," said the Cat.
"I don't much care where" said Alice.
"Then it doesn't matter which way you walk," said the Cat.
"so long as I get somewhere," Alice added as an explanation.
"Oh, you're sure to do that," said the Cat, "If only you walk long enough."Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures In Wonderland





This one quote (the whole) quote is my FAVORITE!
However, this version is strange!
It uses the exact words from the book!

Alice In Wonderland (1983) - Cheshire Cat



This is the Disney version ~it does not complete the quote.

MOMMAFINDINGS BLOG (Lil' Critters Gummy Bear Vitamins) GIVEAWAY

OVER BUT YOU CAN STILL CHECK OUT HER NEW GIVEAWAYS & ENJOY HER BLOG!



OKAY! I CAN'T BELIEVE IT BUT IT'S TRUE! MOMMAFINDINGS BLOG IS GIVING AWAY GUMMY BEAR VITAMINS! YA'LL KNOW I LOVE GUMMY BEARS!

Here's the info:

With no artificial colors or preservatives, Lil' Critters Gummy Bear Vitamins makes it easy! There is a variety of vitamins to choose from, such as:

-Gummy Vites Multi-Vitamin for your everyday needs
-Calcium Gummy Bears for strong bones
-Fruit & Veggie Gummy Bears for that picky eater
-Immune C Gummy Bears to build your immune system
-Omega 3 Gummy Fish for brain boosting


Parents can feel at ease knowing Lil' Critters Vitamins are keeping their children healthy.

GO CHECK OUT MOMMAFINDINGS & SIGN UP TODAY~YOU KNOW I WILL!







Check out this long remix Verison by Tony Costa !!!!!!!!!!

SUSAN HEIM ON PARENTING

I JUST WON: "UPSIDE DOWN" CD BY JIM COSGROVE,AKA "MR. STINKY FEET"!
I WON THIS CHILDRENS CD FROM SUSAN HEIM ON PARENTING!
SO WHO IS SUSAN HEIM & JIM COSGROVE? LET ME INTRODUCE YOU!

Susan is an EDITOR/AUTHOR & has a wonderful blog were you can find Christian based, humorous, insigthful & self help books on Parenting & more! She has wonderful giveaways & links/reviews on things any parent who love to be "in the know" about!
Here's her about me intro:
Susan M. Heim is an author and editor, specializing in parenting, multiples, women’s and Christian issues. Her books include "Oh, Baby! 7 Ways a Baby Will Change Your Life the First Year"; "Twice the Love: Stories of Inspiration for Families with Twins, Multiples and Singletons"; "It's Twins! Parent-to-Parent Advice from Infancy Through Adolescence"; "Boosting Your Baby's Brain Power"; and, "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Twins and More." She is also an editor for the bestselling "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. Susan is the founder of TwinsTalk, a website for parents of twins and multiples. She writes a regular column called "Loving and Living with Twins and Multiples" on MommiesMagazine.com. She is an expert on twins and multiples for AllExperts.com and ParentsConnect.com, and a parenting expert on SelfGrowth.com. She is married and the mother of four sons -- two teenagers and twin preschoolers.
Jim Cosgrove is a performer of children's songs:
Jim Cosgrove -- who got his nickname, “Mr. Stinky Feet,” following the success of his 1999 release called Stinky Feet -- has delighted audiences throughout North America and Europe for the past decade, including two performances at The White House. His recordings have earned five national Parents’ Choice Awards, a National Parenting Publications Award, and two Parent-to-Parent Adding Wisdom Awards.

Cosgrove’s brand-new CD, Upside Down, his seventh release, celebrates the wondrous (and sometimes topsy-turvy) moments in a kid’s life, like discovering a Pizza Tree in the backyard, watching bugs party in the basement, swinging as high as the sky, and scribbling outside the lines. This collection of songs includes “Let’s Stick Together,” a tune inspired by (and performed with) his 3-1/2-year-old daughter Lyda after her little sister Willa suffered skull fractures and brain swelling when she was only two months old after being hit by a line-drive foul ball at a professional baseball game.

Want to hear some of Jim Cosgrove’s music? Just go to http://www.jimcosgrove.com/music.htm and click on the many tunes he has available. My twins and I were laughing and dancing around when we heard music from Mr. Stinky Feet’s Road Trip, Mr. Stinky Feet’s Christmas, Ooey Gooey, Bop Bop Dinosaur, and more!

KUDO'S TO SUSAN FOR HER INSPIRATIONAL CREATIVITY & WRITTINGS!
THANKS FOR THE GIVEAWAY! I WISH YOU SUCCESS IN UNLIMITED IDEA'S & INSPIRATIONS IN YOUR WRITTINGS!
KUDO'S TO JIM COSGROVE FOR YOU CHILDREN'S SONGS ~THAT ARE CHRISTIAN BASED & FUN FOR OUR CHILDREN TO SING & DANCE ALONG TO.

CHECK OUT THEIR SITES TODAY! YOU WILL FIND A TREASURE CHEST OF WONDERFUL INFO & MORE FOR YOU & YOUR CHILDREN!

FiveMinutesForGiveaways (5M4G)

Janice & Susan
Twin work at home Moms Janice & Susan run a fantastic site called FIVEMINUTESFORGIVEAWAYS or 5M4G for short.

I won 2 Christmas CD's from one of their many many giveaways!
Here is there "meet US' info:

Meet Us
Written by Janice
Hi, we are Janice and Susan, identical twins and founders of 5 Minutes for Mom.

Our mission at 5 Minutes for Mom.com is to provide an essential, go-to site for moms that entertains and informs, while promoting the online mom community.

I am Janice. I have one six year old boy named Jackson and a one year old baby girl named Olivia. (I still need to update this photo… it’s me with Jackson when he was four.)

Between changing diapers and shuttling my son to school and after school activities Jackson, you can find my typing away at my laptop on my kitchen table.

I am a writer and a former youth worker. I loved my job working with teens, but I wanted to spend more energy focusing on my family. So, in 2004, I became a WAHM and I love my career online.

I’m Susan and mom to Julia and Sophia. Julia is three and Sophia is one — two weeks younger than Janice’s baby Olivia. (Again with the outdated photos… this is Susan and Julia when Julia was about nine months old.)

After three and a half years of infertility, Julia was an incredible surprise. And then the Lord blessed us again with little Sophia.

I am ecstatic to be their mom, and I feel so blessed to be able to work at home with them.

Before motherhood, I was a software developer working long hours. Because I was trying to have a baby, I knew I needed to find work that was more compatible to family life.

So Janice and I, along with our mom Joan Winter, began our online business. We run two online stores http://www.PedalCarsAndRetro.com and http://www.A-Rocking-Horse-To-Love.com.

It has been an incredible experience and we have learned so much.

The Team
There is an amazing group of women who help us run “5 Minutes for Mom”. We would be lost without our team of writers and our fabulous virtual assistant, Erica, who blogs at Butterfly Kisses.

“5 Minutes for Mom” has become such a fantastic community because of each of you.

We love getting to know you. We want 5 Minutes for Mom.com to be an interactive experience, so please post your comments. You are welcome to include a link to your blog or website.

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My review:

If you're looking for a Christian based blog with unlimited supply of info for Mom's & the modern woman...you can find it at 5 Minutes!
They have giveways & contest for bloggers & non bloggers alike.
Warm hearted & caring, Janice & Susan makes everyone who visits their site feel right at home & like old friends!
At 5M4G it's double the Friendship & double the fun with these marvelous ladies!

Kudo's to Janice & Susan for taking the time to run such an imformative blog & host countless giveaways!

BABYLUNE ROCKS

(Click the title above to visit Babylune today)
I won a KidZui Gift Certificate for a whole year from Babylune!
KIDZUI is a works as a web browser/web site that has parental controls for parent to manage their childrens online activities & more.
They have Web tv for watch comics, music, video & so much more!
They have games for the kids & even parents would enjoy Kidzui!
You got to check it out! I really love it!

Babylune(The first phase of motherhood and beyond):

is a wonderful site with blogger giveaways, shopping deals,recalls, general mommy info, help & tips. She has some interesting news feeds & unusal news.
From here she has the best links for anything & everything a parent, aunt,uncle, grandparent could want or want to know!

Check it out today!
KUDO'S to Eliza Ferree for such a wonderful site & a great giveaway!
I look forward to following your site!

freebirthdaytreatsblog

Woo Hoo! I won a ZENSES RAINFOREST GAME from FREEBIRTHDAYTREATS!
Click on the title above to visit her site!

Here's her intro:

What are you getting free for your birthday?Free stuff just for having a birthday? Maybe getting older has an upside, especially when free bowling, dinners, golf, movies, skiing and spa treatments are involved! The list is growing everyday!

Companies all over the United States have free birthday treats just waiting for you!
Even better, some of their free birthday treats are good for your entire birthday month.
Kids, adults, even pets can receive enticing birthday freebies.

Make a birthday even better! Browse for local free birthday treats today!

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I won and it's not even my birthday yet~but it feels like it!
Kudo's & a very special thanks to Julie Northrop!

Your site is awesome! Great giveaways & very fantastic party & gift ideas!