Passion

At MOPS on friday we talked alot about us. What we were passionate about, what we liked, what we are good at etc. This is a hard subject for me. I can talk so easily and freely about most things, but sometimes I feel so uncomftable talking about me. It seems like such a hard topic, but really shouldnt it be easy. Were talking about me here. Not rocket science. I mean Ive lived with me for 27 years and 11 months now. Shouldnt I know a little more on this subject?

I feel like I was put here to be a mom, and I really try to be a good one and not screw it up. Some days I go to bed thinking wow did I crash and burn today or what. Other days I go to bed with a smile and think how lucky I am to have such a wonderful loving daughter. Sometimes those days to come enough. But I go to sleep and wake greeting the day ready to start our next adventure.

What I like/good at: Ive always been very crafty and have a knack for looking at things and just knowing how to do it (for the most part). I started out in the jewelry buisness by attending a jewelry party. I bought a bunch of things and after looking at them figured out how to do it. Then I was looking online at needle felting and that didnt look hard either, so I bought the stuff and im rather good at it. Sewing is a whole 'nother story. I want to learn to sew in the worst way, but cant seem to get it right. I think I need a teacher for that.

So thats a little about me. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and Ill answer them.

Red Lobster

Usually on Sundays Ryleigh and I go to my parents house for dinner. Bobby comes too when he isnt working. Since my dad went to VA with a friend to a NASCAR race we decided to go to Red Lobster and splerge a bit. My dad doesnt like it there, so this was the perfect time to go. Ryleigh decided not to take a nap yesterday, and before we even went I was on stressed with her behavior. We get there and she kept telling me she wanted a baby fork. (ie the fork they give you with your crab legs) I told her she would have to wait, but she kept insisting. Finally I distracted her with the crayons. The bread came and she nibbled on that a bit. The salads came and she dives into my salad and takes all the crutons. I dont mind giving them to her, but I do not want her hands in my food. Its not polite. The food comes and she dives into my sisters plate taking her broccoli. Again I tell her to ask and Na-Na (Rona) will gladly give her a taste. But thats not good enough. She keeps grabbing the broccoli and NOT tasting it, just taking it off her plate. Then shes grabbing my shrimp and sucking the butter off and putting it back!? Um...EWW! She asked to go to the bathroom and when I took her in there I explained to her that she was being very BAD and when we went back out she needed to put her listening ears on and listen. I pick her up to put her in the high chair and she SCREAMS bloody murder. I told her that wasnt acceptable and that if she did it again we would be making a trip to the bathroom and it wouldnt be to potty! I didnt even get to finish my cold dinner. I was so disappointed in her behavior. Looking back on it, I should have taken her to the bathroom and whooped her butt!

So these are the terrible 2's...

The Spotted Box Jan 09!

I was so happy when the door bell rang yesterday at 11am. I knew it was the mail man with my Spotted box. Here are some pictures of what I got.

1. A hair clip from Kinder Klothes. I love getting mair clips for my daughters hair.

2. Another hair clip from KinderKlothes. For some reason I got a lot of multiple items in my box.

3. A hair barette from I heart bowheads. I love this one!

4. A big hair bow from Polka Tot Boutique. Its a very nice bow, but sadly too big for my DD and her fine hair :( But we will give it a great home!

5. A catnip toy from Colorado Catnip toys. We dont have any cats, so I will have to find a good home for this one too.

6 & 7 is bow tie pasta from The little Love bug. This is another duplicate, but thats ok. Im putting this up for my daughter. Anytime I get felt food I put it in a box to give to her next year. I think she will appriciate it more then.

8. A gift Certificate from The Melting Pot Candle Co. This is the ONE and only place I buy my tarts. Shes amazing and they smell so good and last forever!

9. Gift card from Closet on queens creek. I will definitly be using this one too. I had the joy of trading with Rhonda for a shirt and I-spy bag for my daughter and I absolutly loved them! Everyone raved about them too.

10. Gift certificate from Scent-sory Creations. I will have to check out her web page more indepth when I get some time. Everything looks great.

11. Ear Rings from Lili Lutu. They look great.

12. Koolaide dyed Peruvian wool from Blue Goose Designes, LLC (I think...it came with 2 buiz cards and 3 web sites.) Either way it looks great! Now to find someone to make me something with it.

13. & 14. In the pic there is nothing in the bag...thats because my 2 yr old stole it and ran yelling "PLAY DOH! I PLAY PLAY DOH" So there was green play doh in there. And I got 2 packs of it...lol. Oh well, she was very pleased with it. Its from Sewing Alley. I must say its got a great texture to it too. Not like the stuff I tryed to make!

15. Lip Balm from One Big Happy. It feels great on my lips. Im going to have to hid this from my daughter!

16. A knitting pattern for a potholder/hotpad from Jekuthiel. I dont knit, but I know some people who do.

17. Earth School Curriculum for winter. My daughter is still too little for these, but we do save them for when she is old enough. I love her stuff.

18. Seeds from Fluff n Flowers. I cant wait to plant these with my daughter!

19. A facial wipe from 2 by 2 boutique. I love these things.

20. & 21. Laundry soap from Jenny's Simply Clean. There wasnt a website on it, but I found it on HC. I cant wait to try this out. (Another thing I got 2 of)

22. Glass cleaner from Picnic Basket Crafts. Ill have to try this out!

23. Bath Salts from Glory Be Herbals. I have sensative skin to some bath products, so I will have to find this a good home. Looks and smells great though!

24. A cookie from Zoe's Cookie Traditions. Yes I know the bag is empty. Ryleigh saw it and yelled COOKIE! Eat it? So I said sure. She told me it was yummy though :D

25. A lavender Dryer Sachet from ReFabulous. I cant wait to try it!

26. A binky bag from Mystical baby. My daughter sticks her treasures in it...lol.

27. A reusable gift bag from Baby GO. I love the pattern and cant wait to use it.

2008 review

A lot has happened in 2008. Overall I would say it was a good year. Even though there were a few bumps in the road we got over them and learned from them. I think one of the best things that came out of 2008 was, I learned a lot about myself. Im a lot stronger than I give myself credit for. I have grown so much in my faith and even go to church by myself if I have to, just to go! Ive grown as a mom and I think I do a pretty good job too. Ive even become a little more patient too, and learned to pick and choose my battles. Ive even grown as a wife too, and choose my battles there too...lol.

Ive learned a lot about the people in my life. I look forward to learning even more in 2009. Im sure it will be a good year with lots more bumps and learning experiences but Ive got great friends I can count on though.

Thanks for helping me through 2008...Heres to a new year and a fresh start.

Smart shopper

Momma in flip flops 2 has the BEST giveaways EVER! Seriously! If you dont check her site you are MISSING OUT on some super awsome stuff! She giving away a smart shopper. Its an electronic device that lets you record your grocery list, then print it out when your ready.

Pedi-Peds!

Momma in flip flops2 is giving away a pair of pedi-peds!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If I won I think id choose the Giselle flex boots with the polka dots. Ryleigh would look absolutly adorable in them!

Smart - E-Bear

I just learned about this awsome toy that is out. Its called the Smart -E-Bear. It looks absolutly amazing and I want to win it! Momma in Flip Flops 2 is giving away 1 to a lucky reader. So if you want to win this bear you better go check out her blog and get entered.