Heavy Duty Blender

Now the family that I have helped to build looks quite different from the normal 2 parents, 2 kiddos, and a dog. It's quite complicated as I am a second wife, I have 3 sons, my oldest has migrated to live with his dad this last year of HS, I also am the Step Mom to 3 more kids, from the hubster and his first wife, so talk about complications...wow! But for the most part I think it works out.... it takes lots of planning, which the hubster doesn't like doing...it takes patience...which is getting thinner as I get older...and it takes prayer and meditation!

I am learning that different is ok as long as you are ok with it.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6LU_WZi2zc

Blending this family is a daily challenge....but it is one that I am committed to making work....work for me! Now I don't know if I ever want to get to the point that we are like Will and Jada....and their blended family...but working together to make sure everyone is loved is good. If you are a SM...there are lots of support out there for super moms like us. One of my favorites was SMOMS.org. It was set up like a forum and you could post your situation and the other Super Moms would provide support for your situation.
Wishing you all the happiness you can endure!

Let's Get It!

Well I come back to my blog renewed and refreshed! I am committed to keeping it updated and will try to increase my visitors by telling everyone I know ...ok so thats about 5 peeps, but hey its a start!
The last half of this year I have dedicated to " Gettin It"!
I was blessed enough to see another birthday...yes Gemini--in the house! And earlier this year I made my 3 year plan! I had to revisit that and give myself a Progress Report---not doing good--but not quite doing bad--so that equals a D+.
I am definitely trying to increase my streams of revenue...thats a must with a SENIOR in the house! Its so hard to believe that my little nino has grown up to this 6ft 3 inch young man...
Back to the plan....so I am dedicating this blog to me---its going to represent all things that I love and have an interest in...things on my mind...and my mind is always busy! So stay tuned and you never know what you may find! mmmmwwwaaaah! Peace love and a tablespoon of happiness!

Goodies Galore!

Today was a great day for spending those gift cards from Friday! My favorite LSS store had a great sale! I had a great time at Scrap Chic Boutique in downtown Decatur. I got lots of stamps, papers for Valentine's Day, and lots of bling! The boys enjoyed their big brother, rode their scooters, and enjoyed the sunshine. I am going to attempt to get ready for several swaps I am in....I want to be ahead of the game so I have to start now!
One of my goals for the new year is to learn how to decorate. I want to explore what my style is and began to reflect that in the items that I buy. I am going to play around on HGTV's Rate My Space tonight. The plan is to start small, first I will try to tackle my master bathroom, and move on from there. Wish Me Luck!
Today I will leave you with a picture showing all my loot I scored for............the first guess within $.25 cents--without going over-- wins a prize from my prize patrol closet!!!

My FIRST Official Blog Posting.....

Merry Christmas Everyone!
My house is very quiet! I am tiptoeing around trying to make swedish meatballs and artichoke dip for our family brunch this morning. I am so surprised the kiddoes are still asleep!
The tree is filled with presents galore. Good Eats and lots of family equals good times to be had!
Paper Crafting news: I have my first order ready for Ellen Hudson...I am ordering Lockhart stamps this year! I am so in love with them....Even though I dont use copics I think they are perfect for card making!
I have my winter inspiration box completely filled...I am limiting myself to the things in this 12x12 box.
I am hoping that this blog will help me create more goodies!
Ok....That's all for now....