Stockpiling...

I have a new attitude lately. I was the type who would go to the grocery store every other day to pick up the odds and ends. Basically, I got tired of doing it and picking up odds and ends here and there. SO, I've adopted a new rule of thumb... a huge list and waiting for at least 7 days to go back to the store. I have to admit, it's been painful. Why is that? It's because I was shopping emotionally and not thinking things through. So, it's been almost 2 weeks and I have to say I'm doing pretty well and saving a LOT of money. Obviously the stapled need to be replenished more often than that; bread, milk, cereal and beer. :) Happy trails!

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Life in the FAST LANE

As I've stated before I have four wonderful children. Lilly (9), 4th grade and Sophie (8) , 3rd grade are both in elementary school. Lilly has started to become more involved in school activities, student council and Spanish club. Therefore, our "normal" schedule has changed a bit. She needs to be at StuCo every Tuesday @ 7:45 and stays after school every other Thursday until 4:30. So, that means daddy or grandpa need to take or pick her up for these activities. She's decided that she needs to shower before StuCo, which means she gets up a lot earlier than normal and interrupts my schedule as well. Emery, our 3 1/2 year old started preschool this fall and has to be at school at 9am. The bus comes for the older girls at 8:20 which means it's a mad dash from the bus stop home to wake up Maddox our 15 month old so we can take Emery to school. It's a crazy schedule but I'm getting used to it. I wonder what it will be like in another 5 years or so when the schedules, bus arrivals and activities increase. Oh, life in the fast lane. I would trade it for the world but it does cause a few gray hairs. Now, when will I schedule my hair appointment? I'm only 37 but feel like I'm 73! :)

TGIF

It's been a CRAAAAZZZZY week around here! So many school activities, carnivals, homework, etc. Also, Maddox, my 15 month old got a nasty staph infection that had us back and forth to the doctor. He's doing much better now but it was not an enjoyable week with him - poor fella!

Needless to say, I haven't had a chance to do much jewelry making but I know I'll catch up soon. I would love for you all to give me some feedback on my esty shop. I'm still practicing my photography skills and I "think" they're getting better.

Well, enough for now. I wish everyone a safe and fun-filled weekend!

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BUSTED by a 3 year old!!

As I've mentioned before I have four children. Three daughters, 9, 8, and 3 1/2. I also have a sone who's 1 1/2. All my kids have suffered from ear infections and have had tubes except for my son. So when the season hits, I know we're bound for ear infections. :( My 8 year-old was prescribed a nasty antibiotic that tasted horrible - I'll give her that but we've explained that her meds will take away all the boo-boos in her ear. She gags each time she takes it and again, I can't blame her!

The other morning I went up to get my shoes to go to the bus stop. I left her meds out for her to take and came back down surprised to see that she took it without hesitation. I congratulated her on being a big girl and she accepted my compliment until our 3 1/2 year old said, " She didn't take her medications mama, she squirted it down the sink!" Sophie looked at her little sister in amazement and couldn't believe she told on her. It was so funny but frustrating at the same time. Oh, the joys of motherhood! :)

Have a great weekend everyone!

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Welcome to my world!

I have 4 kids, who I adore. Today is a raining, cold, chilly day. I've tried to get a lot of things set up for my etsy shop but to no avail. It's OK though because I know I'll get it done SOME day! :) I love making jewelry and love the craft a lot. It allows me to be creative and sink into another dimension. I would love for you to see what I've accomplished so far. The feedback has been great! Please check out my esty site at http://cocobellecreations.etsy.com. I would love to here what you have to say! Have a wonderful day!