tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45031039092892792592024-03-05T15:05:10.221-08:00Mommy of a little blond + MOREI am a SAHM mother to 2 amazing little girls and a boy.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-56526468014491988982011-10-04T12:29:00.000-07:002011-10-04T12:35:58.507-07:00Burts Bees Natural Skin Solutions *REVIEW*<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSrHLfXAd7Z8BTA0t28bIjGKzLxzvvk5orgDFkF1G6xN64vbURmEU7t9K9egBEpoVBW7Lh7LqcjjyaVOTJ-GWToABtSOYzp8M7MsWC11jhnlfmGQAq5hyphenhyphenSeBqe6eRKrQddpz0pB-Nw18o/s1600/burt.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSrHLfXAd7Z8BTA0t28bIjGKzLxzvvk5orgDFkF1G6xN64vbURmEU7t9K9egBEpoVBW7Lh7LqcjjyaVOTJ-GWToABtSOYzp8M7MsWC11jhnlfmGQAq5hyphenhyphenSeBqe6eRKrQddpz0pB-Nw18o/s1600/burt.bmp" /></a></div><br />
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I was pleased to be able to review this lovely new product from <a href="http://www.burtsbees.com/">Burts Bees</a> newest line of skincare. I never considered myself having sensitive skin that is until I got my hands on this new product Burts Bee's Facial Cleanser for Sensitive skin. I used as directed and noted no smell whatsoever, so for all you ladies/gents turned off by the sometimes overpowering scent in your skincare line this is the cleanser for you! It rinsed it all off only to reveal soft supple skin that normally appears blotchy, dry in some areas and oily a couple hours later.<br />
The moisturiser topped it off nicely. My shin drank it up and looks, appeared and was like a smooth canvas all ready to apply makeup....no tightness, no tingling no redness. LOVED IT! There was no scent again in this product just as the entire <a href="http://www.burtsbees.com/t/what-is-sensitive-skin.html">Burt's Bees Sensitive Skin Line</a>.<br />
Rather than fragrance and nasty chemicals the products contain cotton, rice and Aloe that have all been proven to help replenish skins outer layer. <br />
This company has been around over 25 years, so the hunt is over for a product that is trusted and effective. The line includes Sensitive Facial Cleanser, Sensitive Day Moisturiser, Sensitive eye cream ( recommended for all because they skin around your eyes is extra sensitive) and finally a thick luxurious night cream that ill leave you waking up with glowing skin. <br />
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I did use this last night so I could see upon rising if I had any redness or irritation, oil patches or breakouts and a good report reveals NONE of the above.<br />
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After using the product this morning i applied my makeup and my skin looked younger and even toned. Like I said I never thought of myself having sensitive skin until as a Buzz Agent I was asked to review this line. I can see now that the redness is gone and my skin tone is even as can be! Love my new glow!<br />
I have so many friends that are going to love this. That is exactly why I love being a <a href="http://www.bzzagent.com/">BuzzAgent</a>. Yes, I was given this product free to try, not dime was sent to me for this review, I say what I mean and mean what I say as they are solely my opinions. :)<br />
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LynnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-7799912318701216922011-09-25T18:12:00.000-07:002011-09-25T18:12:53.974-07:00Nook Book Giveaway @The not so Blog:)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpHm4aruUQKeEqaDNe2Cwn656iv0xLnLKbwC2W3f8egKuzSutdHSJLGiZF7yVtNF4WhuJTqj4lKBU4tZtoY1eZ3RWoQ9aTzDmzwiu_H8YTOICD2LBRVYq9QrBOQgPFVR91d1sR9tsIqbs/s1600/nes6895-02_BackToSchool_Badge_All4Logos_20110816.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" hca="true" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpHm4aruUQKeEqaDNe2Cwn656iv0xLnLKbwC2W3f8egKuzSutdHSJLGiZF7yVtNF4WhuJTqj4lKBU4tZtoY1eZ3RWoQ9aTzDmzwiu_H8YTOICD2LBRVYq9QrBOQgPFVR91d1sR9tsIqbs/s320/nes6895-02_BackToSchool_Badge_All4Logos_20110816.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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Heads up my fellow book worms. There is a great prize pack up for grabs over at <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2011/09/nestle-family-ereader-giveaway/">The Experimental Mommy</a>. The lovely package consists of some money saving coupons ranging from Stouffers, Boost Kids, Tombstone and MORE! The giveaway is sponsored by <a href="http://www.nestlefamily.com/">Nestle</a> so the coupons feature this family friendly brand.<br />
Featured in the giveaway is a Nook Color. How I have wanted to own one of these fine pieces of technology, Lucky for me <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2011/09/nestle-family-ereader-giveaway/">The not so Blog </a>is giving us all a chance to win one. How sweet is that?<br />
While your in the giveaway spirit head over to the <a href="http://www.nestlefamily.com/back-to-school/sweepstakes/">Nestle back to School Sweepstakes</a> where you can win 5K for back to school or a Nestle Literacy Grant for your school! <br />
So go pay Bridgette a visit at <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2011/09/nestle-family-ereader-giveaway/">Experimental Mommy</a> and <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2011/09/nestle-family-ereader-giveaway/">ENTER </a>to win:)<br />
OPEN TO US ONLY<br />
Ends October 18, 11:59pm CST<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: x-large;">Lynn</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-11882405144103088212011-09-17T17:09:00.000-07:002011-09-17T17:09:53.876-07:00MyBabyClothes Giveaway via Experimental Mommy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQQhLwjVWG_YExI6zRmxz9BJOpQxuUQ8nAGXYrAjeylenFQtG2xjezbfXXMAL6olDfpNN1lckQlzAtG14KX0HCSklRCo1wZsHGTmbbPx6gUHgvMuoKOr1IM-9rB_aHeFxuCgKyIXP2OhQ/s1600/ggggggggggggggggggggggggggg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQQhLwjVWG_YExI6zRmxz9BJOpQxuUQ8nAGXYrAjeylenFQtG2xjezbfXXMAL6olDfpNN1lckQlzAtG14KX0HCSklRCo1wZsHGTmbbPx6gUHgvMuoKOr1IM-9rB_aHeFxuCgKyIXP2OhQ/s1600/ggggggggggggggggggggggggggg.jpg" /></a></div>Head on over to <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2011/09/mybabyclothes-com-review-and-giveaway">The Not So Blog</a> to enter a super cute giveaway sponsored by a cute little <a href="http://www.mybabyclothes.com/">Baby Boutique</a> filled with baby clothes that will make your heart melt and if you have a photo shoot lined up this is the place to go. Over at the Not o blog you can even enter to win a 25GC to get yourself something cute.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-80146293878801686642011-09-17T16:40:00.000-07:002011-09-17T16:40:19.056-07:00Back to blogSo its back to blogging for me I suppose. i need to do something to contribute to a desired lifestyle I have for my girls. I can not afford to buy these things so I aim to win, review and obtain at little or no cost a slew of Christmas gifts. A few things, ideas and recipes to help out on Thanksgiving, Christmas and NewYears meals. So much out there in the world of mom blogging. I have been reading a great deal about how blogs are combining forces to create more traffic for one another. I can only home one of these talented ladies drop me a few lines of advice. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-rsBKgZUCbQoOg-SVodcN1yxhSebbz9M0DAvk6cjuzprdIvp4K0i_6bg37u34-xehs4p05s55ZxHwkiPGmtbyebkX0qlaD_Nl1ZW7EMi0a4wD353034MoSTb5g6Zd5s22WHGODguaM2g/s1600/ENTERY.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-rsBKgZUCbQoOg-SVodcN1yxhSebbz9M0DAvk6cjuzprdIvp4K0i_6bg37u34-xehs4p05s55ZxHwkiPGmtbyebkX0qlaD_Nl1ZW7EMi0a4wD353034MoSTb5g6Zd5s22WHGODguaM2g/s1600/ENTERY.bmp" /></a></div>I have learned about what people do and don't want to read about with facebook and the whole "like" option and reading comments. I have compiled this all into the little computer I call my brain and here I blog getting ready to expose some fellow bloggers that are far ahead of me in exp and skill. I will get there someday. Meanwhile here is a pix of my little girl. She is 9 weeks.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-70516391834190721462010-11-13T09:55:00.000-08:002010-11-13T09:55:05.153-08:00Lately I've been hard to reach....We are getting ready for the holidays the best we can here on the Oregon Coast. Such a shame we don't get snow here. I am forced to get my snow fix from farmville and varrious winter photos sent to my facebook. I miss the ice cold weather where you have to bundle up and enjoy sipping watm drinks by the fire place.<br />
One thing I worry about during the holidays is cash. It seems like we never have enough. We are a small family of 2 adults and a toddler yet the way food and laundry soap gets used up around here you would think an entire dorm of teens lived here!<br />
I have taken to entering a ton of giveaways all around blogisphere...last year this helped me a TON and my kids were able to have a nice Christmas. This may mean I must blog again because I refuse to place a button on my blog and have no new reading material up.<br />
The things I say on here can be so far out it can even offend some, but I'll be real with you.<br />
I am a gen X mom and an addict at that. I have quit all drugs, but i struggle with alcohol. I smoke marijuana for pain and I am legal to do so. My husband and I have our ups and downs yet in the end we all come out better people.<br />
I am passionate about helping others especially my friends. This has gotten me in a great deal of trouble including relapse on alcohol.<br />
I will close with this. God has never given more to me than I can handle. Every trial has made me a better, stronger more grateful person.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-16172873921571823202010-08-07T15:28:00.000-07:002010-08-07T15:28:16.106-07:00Teenage Junkie LOVE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAQct8TJ7lmoSbgM15gt69JmuylDF3hBBNBBCA8U4QRlH5RYB1NppTBhDehMr0Fk4BB6NZFC4obQDGDqtEGpLZYO_Yh8ExssKpvnA33eqhwKbjPem5WbO3u1CqVr0w9DiQ9L7QCJPKA8s/s1600/EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAQct8TJ7lmoSbgM15gt69JmuylDF3hBBNBBCA8U4QRlH5RYB1NppTBhDehMr0Fk4BB6NZFC4obQDGDqtEGpLZYO_Yh8ExssKpvnA33eqhwKbjPem5WbO3u1CqVr0w9DiQ9L7QCJPKA8s/s320/EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.jpg" /></a></div>I can remembering being in love for the first time. How could anyone forget that? This guy was my modern day prince charming and every moment with him was filled with lust and passion. mix the drugs we did and who knows what I was feeling, but I know today I feel like a fat slug totally unmotivated. This guy...we will call him Dave, ironic enough..Well, here I was this little goth strung out on meth 17 years old and a virgin at that. I was soft spoken at times.. other times I just seemed to get out there. I was an unpredictable mothers worst nightmare. Dave was my world. We got high together, went out at night together just playing in the streets of Salem Oregon We got to know one another inside out. I shared pieces of my heart with this guy and he had my heart in his hands..looking into his ocean blue eyes was intoxicating.... The feeling is still so close as I recall those warm summer nights that turned into days as the methanphanamine took us all over the city and in the end....we all just sort of drifted apart. I know I got hooked on heroin, Nikki died of an overdose. I emailed lover boy Dave the other day and he is on probation. on medical marijuana and a full time college student. He is still undeniably sexy with eyes as blue as the sea and a sexy little gap in his trademark smile...He has filled out well now that hes not tweaking and I have to say I too have filled out in a much more unflattering manner....<br />
Anyway thats all I got to say on that. It was just a random feeling that has had be captive so i felt compelled to write about it. First love. *cye* I'm one in a million still thinking about that guy...lol my mind is a trip of a thing, no?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-70966781589280198212010-08-01T14:23:00.000-07:002010-08-01T14:23:58.760-07:00Thoughts<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px;">I remember</span></span> frolicking in the meadow with my rot mix dog named Tippy. The valley was warm and it turned the once green pastures littered with wild flowers brown and sparse of any life. Burrs stuck to my worn out shoes and dirt made its way even between my nails......I would walk around in the woods surrounding our property always looking for a new journey or experience. I just loved to be out in nature.<div>20 years later and I have lost sight as to what holds true to me. I haven't been out in nature for so long i forgot what what it feels like to have legs that can scurry up an oak tree or even the feeling of reaching the top of one of those huge ass poplar trees. Risks I took. Direction- not so much.</div><div>I suppose that is exactly why i became an addict. lol who knows because I sure don't. </div><div>I just know this. I'm blessed today. I have been hearing in the news of all this panic and war, sickness. Its bad. I hear it. Here I have such a happy, healthy three year old daughter who looks just like her older brother. </div><div>Ultimately I will live life to the fullest never denying my children a moment of joy. I will be forever grateful to a loving God for whom without I would face certain death. Heck, id been dead years ago...</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #741b47;">Rainmommy</span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-87240748951092213442010-07-31T07:34:00.000-07:002010-07-31T07:34:30.056-07:00At Home Microdermabration Giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I doubt anyone truly knows what a skincare junkie I am. There was a time in my life where I have sold Mary Kay and Avon. I have a variety of lotions and potions that I use on a regular basis to prevent ageing. I am 30 now and I still think prevention is the best solution to ageing and I'm not about to shell out dollars to the derm unless its health related. I wish I was in a position to where I could afford one, but I'm not.<br />
I was glad to see some giveaways that were offering a great alternative to microdermabration normally done by appt only. Over at the <a href="http://www.beautyandgroomingtips.com/2010/07/win-personal-microderm-system-worth-179.html">Beauty and Personal Grooming</a> blog they are offering a <a href="http://skincarerx.com/personal-microderm.html">Personal Microderm System</a> you use from your own home with a ton of Science to back it up. I would love to win the system myself because of the glow I have had after using other microdermabration systems on my skin. I think everyone should micro derm there faces simply because the face is the first thing people see and In the professional world looks can go a long way. Sad but true.<br />
There are a few other blogs offering this lovely product up for grabs and I will list them for you ongoing!<br />
as of now here are all the blogs offering this amazing giveaway;<br />
<a href="http://www.beautyandgroomingtips.com/2010/07/win-personal-microderm-system-worth-179.html">Beauty and Personal Grooming</a><br />
<a href="http://www.jollymom.com/2010/07/microdermabrasion-at-home-fraction-of.html">Jolly Mom</a><br />
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LynnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-38226302758803436572010-07-30T15:48:00.000-07:002010-07-30T15:48:56.356-07:00Fall will be here before we know it!my daughter is not yet potty trained and fall is fast approaching along with it comes Head Start and AWANAS for my daughter . <a href="http://southcoastheadstart.com/">Head Start</a> is like a little preschool funded by the state. It is well known for family involvement and support and <a href="http://awana.org/on/demandware.store/Sites-Awana-Site/default/Default-Start">AWANAS</a> is a faith based program for kids of all ages. I have a personal love for this little club because I myself was exposed to AWANAS as a girl. I later spent some time as a "Sparks" leader. I think those who teach children about God get special blessings in heaven!<br />
Eny way...i have to potty train her before i send her to these programs. I mean, at this age these teachers don't want to change my kids diaper. I mean shes 3. I suppose you would call her a kid now that she pretty much talks. ug. i know I'm not the first mom to battle the "summer before school" potty training. I have till fall....lol..<br />
ideas wanted and comments welcome...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-67033212357027350182010-07-29T17:09:00.000-07:002010-07-29T17:09:08.108-07:00RandomI speak little on my teenage years as you would cringe at what I must've put my dear mother through. I'm serous. i was that once fresh faced and Innocent brown eyed girl every mother dreams of. I volunteered in the local library and was an avid reader. One summer I did a complete change. I died my hair black and promptly began shooting tar heroin at 15! <br />
I had this drive to do something big time be it criminal or not. Self destructive would be more like it. I still lack the ability to recall just what my thinking was like. I do however remember several weeks or even months i completely lost. Its a mess in my head now. I guess garbage in garbage out. you are what you hold highest. I will say this. There were happy days in there. Then again...there were some of my darkest days brought on by heroin. Losing Nikki to the drug was a real eye opener. there will always be this void of her in me. We were known as the "dark sisters" because heroin is black and like the whole town know. Even my boss, but she spoke of nothing to me. <br />
So I have this precious little 3 year old daughter and I see so much of her in my its amazing. my strong will and drive is there in full force. Lets see if I have what it takes to teach her the ropes in this world. I want to be here for her. My God I love and want the best for her. <br />
Well that's it for now...Got to cook the fam dinner :PAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-46746150483695861812010-07-14T11:04:00.000-07:002010-07-14T11:04:09.968-07:00Our Road Trip<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRWPGtROlgyRQHYYkg7X-Ja2TppY0KnGRMQAzO9pe0PkbsJYlPKPmGbsamGBxAgYQvKH8wubohiiSVaptQ-yxeybUgY5r35C0anZYbYeTkAAmfTlIG3mXhIjaXC_RyHUMn9y75bUwYTg/s1600/IMG_0042.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRWPGtROlgyRQHYYkg7X-Ja2TppY0KnGRMQAzO9pe0PkbsJYlPKPmGbsamGBxAgYQvKH8wubohiiSVaptQ-yxeybUgY5r35C0anZYbYeTkAAmfTlIG3mXhIjaXC_RyHUMn9y75bUwYTg/s320/IMG_0042.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In addition to that <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Steph's</span> son age 6 was right nest to Angel and the two fought like brother and sister and it was then I realised what my brother and I <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">must've</span> put our parents through on the road. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">FINALLY on the last two hours home...</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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I wish I got better sleep than I do. It has been many years I have been battling a sleep disorder. Probably just about 8 years. This causes me to be rather grumpy from time to time and also causes me to be a tad on the slow side when it comes to math. I have to say I was glad to see the Not so blog was giving away a <a href="http://www.sleepjoy.com/products/infinity-advanced-contour-memory-foam-pillow">pillows</a>. I thought that i would go check it out. There I saw they had a variety of products geared to help one sleep better from Memory Foam Mattresses to mattress toppers that some even scented with <a href="http://sleepjoy.com/products/caress-memory-foam-mattress-topper">Green tea like the 2" caress top!</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5rtYryXw5V-3B1olZkLBX84996n5cafSeGNaDDUrXTVIkiM1J7rpz_5r0N2MglMWbYU3fb0lOLhj7KUrx8YhF2JjI-89vHchTHu7a0l6ZmzHVATEZFNLjexALR1F9zsFa4EynFjYWgh8/s1600/z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5rtYryXw5V-3B1olZkLBX84996n5cafSeGNaDDUrXTVIkiM1J7rpz_5r0N2MglMWbYU3fb0lOLhj7KUrx8YhF2JjI-89vHchTHu7a0l6ZmzHVATEZFNLjexALR1F9zsFa4EynFjYWgh8/s320/z.jpg" /></a></div>Now if you go over to <a href="http://sleep%20joy/">Sleep Joy</a> you can see for yourself all the great sleep products they have. If you go to the not so blog you can enter to win a pillow! Good luck :) Visit <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/07/sleepjoy-mattress-topper-review-and-memory-foam-pillow-giveaway">here</a> for the giveaway~<br />
<em>Lynn</em>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-56861252796376939862010-06-30T19:17:00.000-07:002010-07-05T20:08:09.234-07:00V Reader GIVEAWAY~~<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4s1-ib0YckXWJ-jAApaak99-jVGDr-gaXytrN1evaS71I0d7cK-0F9Ku7W3hIG1qyAGBFS-rg0D3K1sgQcTzEZfItGffmxODNcnjBJK5AeyIjoTWN7uXVJZIChGup_6uPYjD1cElNkI/s1600/vreader.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ru="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4s1-ib0YckXWJ-jAApaak99-jVGDr-gaXytrN1evaS71I0d7cK-0F9Ku7W3hIG1qyAGBFS-rg0D3K1sgQcTzEZfItGffmxODNcnjBJK5AeyIjoTWN7uXVJZIChGup_6uPYjD1cElNkI/s320/vreader.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I love to read to my children. It is a gift that a mother can give her child that will last a lifetime. One<em> must</em> have good reading skills in order to learn much of anything. I am currently working on my GED and the 4 out of the 5 tests are all dependent on my ability to read and comprehend. <br />
I was excited to learn about the newest device from <a href="http://www.vtechkids.com/v.reader/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Vtech</span></a>. The <a href="http://www.vtechkids.com/v.reader/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Vtech</span> Reader</a> has a variety on interactive stories you can enjoy with your children and many of the stories are free. There is an interactive globe and reading comprehension games look like allot of fun! <br />
This has been said to be the Kindle for kids. I am going to do me best to keep all my readers updated on all the sites offering this product in a giveaway along with reviews from a variety of <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">bloggers</span>! <br />
Enter to Win one here~<br />
<a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/kindle-for-kids-check-out-this-v-reader-giveaway">The Not so blogs Experimental Mommy</a><br />
<a href="http://www.jollymom.com/">Jolly Mom </a><br />
<a href="http://mamasmoneysavers.com/2010/06/vtech-v-reader-reading-system-review-giveaway-ends-713.html#comment-68851">Mamas Money Savers</a><br />
<a href="http://www.twoofakindworkingonafullhouse.com/2010/07/new-reading-resource-vtech-vreader.html">Two of a kind working on a full house</a><br />
<a href="http://www.jleighdesignz.com/2010/07/vtech-vreader-fun-education-option-for.html">J. leigh designz</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-57883201672915951972010-06-28T19:04:00.000-07:002010-06-28T19:04:11.014-07:00Slix Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiZdr93PFxJ1sS8zoGPPtZmWovhqZgg8r73-mePK8lDso4ajwfh1Ia4zd26MhaDfLSme8v18aaRkJU7H5IBg0u5OynJIGqTZcHBQQnMPiztdcKm3jgxJDRnT4lPMmnaeL-EOJeV88YEBw/s1600/slix.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ru="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiZdr93PFxJ1sS8zoGPPtZmWovhqZgg8r73-mePK8lDso4ajwfh1Ia4zd26MhaDfLSme8v18aaRkJU7H5IBg0u5OynJIGqTZcHBQQnMPiztdcKm3jgxJDRnT4lPMmnaeL-EOJeV88YEBw/s320/slix.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I never thought I would be writing about men's underwear, but here I am calling attention to the ever so sexy <a href="https://www.getyourslixon.com/index_home.php"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Slix</span></a> at <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/slix-mens-underwear-review-and-giveaway/">The Experimental Mommy</a>. I like the way my husband looks in boxer briefs! They are said to be extremely comfortable and breathable and one fella even boasted about the wearability of <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Slix</span> in hot weather. I'm not guy, but I can imagine humidity becoming problematic from time to time. <br />
There are some great things to be said about this product and you can read the whole review over at <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/category/giveaways/">The Experimental Mommy</a> and enter to win the giveaway too. <br />
LynnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-12369498045494960002010-06-24T17:44:00.000-07:002010-06-24T17:44:47.476-07:00Kung Zhu Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrOW03XH6Zr5l_chzYbk2o20kcCqI0Bdi_GoHArISU6aiELu5s5yXkbk2NUt3NLwn1OmQzY0v3HCziQVkxBlmjZ4bipEj7E2sNkRv0N5DrKEDDlo-icUETil84Phr8sG-kg8-OJCAWGw/s1600/zhu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ru="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrOW03XH6Zr5l_chzYbk2o20kcCqI0Bdi_GoHArISU6aiELu5s5yXkbk2NUt3NLwn1OmQzY0v3HCziQVkxBlmjZ4bipEj7E2sNkRv0N5DrKEDDlo-icUETil84Phr8sG-kg8-OJCAWGw/s320/zhu.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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I recall when the <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> Pets hit the local toy store. By Christmas the <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> pet was at the top of every child's wish list as they flew off the shelves and started showing up all over cyberspace as the hottest new toy trend. My son was begging to have one and his dad shuttered. He remarked that this was a toy for girls and he did not want Steven to have one. I took the opportunity to go get my son a few he could keep at moms house and his dad could just deal with it. We are separated for a reason his dad and I. We have various different views on endless issues I wont get into now as it would only not pertain to the point. <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">lol</span> and I have been known to go on endlessly about issues...<br />
<em>MY POINT is</em> I was thrilled when I went over to Robins blog <a href="http://mark-it-with-a-b.blogspot.com/">mark it with a b</a> and discovered the super cute <a href="http://kungzhutoys.com/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Kung</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Nijas</span></a>!!I love that these toys are all boy and my son would love it. In fact I think my little girl would even get a kick out of watching these little guys chase after each other! <br />
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The best part is you can WIN the following:<br />
2 Special Forces <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Zhu</span> Hamsters<br />
2 Battle Armour Sets<br />
2 Traps {1 Hammer and 1 Missile}<br />
1 Giant Battle Arena<br />
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Head on over to <a href="http://mark-it-with-a-b.blogspot.com/">mark it with a b</a> to get in on this cool giveaway and read the review! <br />
<em>Lynn</em>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-13002814367212000722010-06-16T20:39:00.000-07:002010-06-16T20:39:51.726-07:00Flip Flop GIVEAWAY<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYFX7QCuHUPUxeWSCuEZfjUxHTQ7XDawHSG7ZOG9e1_NIgloV1DOMDQbWN0iMSjSO7-aSXGqJYJEZlLD59pNwlHWj-EUD4SJc-DAAothkd88XA8ZNTGjF9-oliYiPzAXjjF-Q7Pp5KI6I/s1600/Flip+Flop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" qu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYFX7QCuHUPUxeWSCuEZfjUxHTQ7XDawHSG7ZOG9e1_NIgloV1DOMDQbWN0iMSjSO7-aSXGqJYJEZlLD59pNwlHWj-EUD4SJc-DAAothkd88XA8ZNTGjF9-oliYiPzAXjjF-Q7Pp5KI6I/s200/Flip+Flop.jpg" width="200" /></a>I love to don my flip flops on a daily basis. they are easy to slip on on the way out the door and just as easy to slip off under the table where ever I may be. I was pleased to find a lovely giveaway over at <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/portofino-island-day-1-flip-flop-giveaway">The Not So Blog</a>. <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Yay</span>! Flip Flops! These are actually at called <a href="http://www.feelgoodz.com/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">feelgoodz</span></a> and are biodegradable flip flops made in Thailand from natural rubber! How neat is that? They look like they are pretty well made and 3 percent of the profits are donated to three different charities that will either directly or indirectly help by improving living conditions and business opportunities!!! Sweet! </div>Head on over to <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/portofino-island-day-1-flip-flop-giveaway/">The not so blog</a> to enter to win a pair for yourself or go directly to <a href="http://www.feelgoodz.com/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Feelgoodz</span></a> and buy a pair! Good luck and good day!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-89497620292530839072010-06-15T20:53:00.000-07:002010-06-15T20:53:40.369-07:00<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjESkLeuIJOARFlzGbC0-IPkSJa2z0EoQnJTEtpF3A7VGYvqomP5iZmdzz0eihsIDOL9PmghiOT4FhBD6MoeNzm15M0gsOXakCGgpRGuVPkg2QSMEwtIOVerr1Sw2pWvhpvtHH-AXah2WI/s1600/Addiction.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" qu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjESkLeuIJOARFlzGbC0-IPkSJa2z0EoQnJTEtpF3A7VGYvqomP5iZmdzz0eihsIDOL9PmghiOT4FhBD6MoeNzm15M0gsOXakCGgpRGuVPkg2QSMEwtIOVerr1Sw2pWvhpvtHH-AXah2WI/s320/Addiction.bmp" /></a>Drugs. they are a big part of who I was and no longer who I am. I no longer identify with people on the streets. I can to an extent, but I quickly remind myself of who I am and how much hard work it took to get myself to the point where I am today..troubles come and i remind myself that I am human and make mistakes. just because I'm clean doesn't give me the right to judge another. I'm implying here what I feel about myself in the world. I no longer chill with junkies and criminals. I stay at home and tend to the family and attend afternoon classes as i work towards an education. I tend to doubt myself and my abilities as a parent. I wonder how a person like myself could ever be blessed with such an amazing child like Angel. My precious 2 year old whom I live and would die for. </div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFKaYFu1MTMkB6oWGZ8chGNIZ11oDg-dUVE0vMdg0h_6uvMnCywgWPgq04YxTYCqiB_i1cxBlW74QDj7oNR2j71IJBvzmebpEtuNq9urYprPBwmpKXReIEcBYBxbOYkWWGKmWPWa-Tfnw/s1600/IMG_0011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" qu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFKaYFu1MTMkB6oWGZ8chGNIZ11oDg-dUVE0vMdg0h_6uvMnCywgWPgq04YxTYCqiB_i1cxBlW74QDj7oNR2j71IJBvzmebpEtuNq9urYprPBwmpKXReIEcBYBxbOYkWWGKmWPWa-Tfnw/s320/IMG_0011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">This is her a year ago. I just love this picture so much! She is a handful but all worth it. I sometimes wonder if I'm going to wake up from this dream and find myself strung out and sick in a smokey old motel room. Alone and broken...</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Here I am a mother, a wife and a daughter. I want to excel in all the areas as i try so hard to make up for all I took from those whom I love. I took years that were supposed to be joyful and turned them into nightmares for my poor mother. My oldest son Steven...that is a deep wound lets not even go there as that's a whole new post...</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I like writing here because figure a good present of the people reading this are pretty much <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">normies</span> that never really got hooked on tar heroin or <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">meth</span>. I do, however think we have all been touched my addiction in one form or another. Be it an Aunt or Uncle, sister, brother or even a parent. Anyway, I just love reading about you all and the info I gain from several of the blogs i follow gets put to good use as i have a pretty dull social life that affords me little time with other moms. I keep my guard up anymore. I have to because those I DO associate with in The Program live compromised lifestyles themselves. Well, ya..these are my kids Steven and Angel</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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We are now home and it seems as if the sun has followed us home. It is still cold here o the Southern Oregon Coast, but at least my little garden is getting much needed rays of light to grow and flourish in...<br />
SUMMER TIME means summer inspired giveaways in the land of blog!! I happen to know <a href="http://www.gograhamgo.com/">Go Graham Go </a>and <a href="http://www.jollymom.com/">Jolly Mom</a> will be hosting several sizzling hot reviews and giveaways. I would get on over there to take advantage of any extra entire opportunities! I think its gonna be a great line up:)<br />
As for summer here on the coast I am <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">shure</span> we will be getting our summer here late as usual. Summer here tends to fall in August and the weather is pretty mellow so that's cool..<span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">lol</span> no pun intended.<br />
I have to go I'm starting to sound stupid...<br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-84334803164846423842010-06-08T06:37:00.000-07:002010-06-08T06:37:02.034-07:00CHANNELLOCK Tool Giveaway~<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UFP4K-otEdYi25bEtoZXaBYwin1wAI0KAK7DbYDrfkCPOtgo1UtCF24hJY605uoEimA5HApwraJXZMObEeqc2N1NdaG6H4lSSy569AzNpu34FBY-nLptSfdPQJxhJ3wZ5Zg9pacSqsw/s1600/VJ-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" qu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UFP4K-otEdYi25bEtoZXaBYwin1wAI0KAK7DbYDrfkCPOtgo1UtCF24hJY605uoEimA5HApwraJXZMObEeqc2N1NdaG6H4lSSy569AzNpu34FBY-nLptSfdPQJxhJ3wZ5Zg9pacSqsw/s320/VJ-1.jpg" /></a>I found a great daddy giveaway here on <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/channellock-vj-1-tool-gift-set-review-and-giveaway">The not so Blog</a> featuring <a href="http://www.channellock.com/">CHANNELLOCK BLUE® TOOLS</a>! The tools look well made and I know hubby could use them around our new house often. Tools are an investment if you ask me and you get what you pay for. Here are some facts about the line of tools offered at Channellock~</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">~CHANNELLOCK® uses high carbon steel for superior performance on the job.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">~The right angle, laser heat-treated teeth on our Tongue and Groove pliers grip better, and last longer.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">~The Laser heat-treated cutting edges last longer.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">~CHANNELLOCK BLUE® grips are designed for durability and comfort on the job.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">~Only CHANNELLOCK uses a knife and anvil style cutting edge to ensure perfect mating and superior cutting edge life on our cutting pliers.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">The product sounds great and I hope you go check out the whole line at <a href="http://www.channellock.com/home.cfm">Channellock</a> and read the review on <a href="http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2010/06/channellock-vj-1-tool-gift-set-review-and-giveaway/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thenotsoblog+%28The+Not-So-Blog+%29">The Experimental Mommy</a> where you ca also enter the giveaway to win a tool set for the dad or husband in your life! :)</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Lynn</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-36123020322906131922010-06-03T19:40:00.000-07:002010-06-03T19:40:39.670-07:00I'm a mental!!<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Xme0TyuyA-u5q5W2D81hH8QDZFslLdPbNBNjx0RXBop4T6W8IcPivNwGJit_xzebDT_JpHnmlHHN4DEigSdboSAUzSEOacnw5Vm2-_b62VmDS4E1PIrvRLFkSDs6tetnSRylw4GMD3M/s1600/A!.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Xme0TyuyA-u5q5W2D81hH8QDZFslLdPbNBNjx0RXBop4T6W8IcPivNwGJit_xzebDT_JpHnmlHHN4DEigSdboSAUzSEOacnw5Vm2-_b62VmDS4E1PIrvRLFkSDs6tetnSRylw4GMD3M/s320/A!.jpg" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I will openly admit...i still take drugs and I hate it. I take <a href="http://www.lexapro.com/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Lexapro</span></a> and as of today I have been prescribed <a href="http://www.seroquelxr.com/"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">SeroquelXR</span></a> for a serous sleeping disorder primarily caused by bipolar disorder. I can ask myself if it was the drugs in the past that caused me to HAVE TO take the pills i take today OR I can say was it the mental illness that drew me to the lure of self sedation as a teen. As i teen i took part in a variety of activities that suggested <em>something was terribly wrong. </em>Self harm and drug abuse primarily. I remember allot of isolation and pounding the dark lyrics of Marilyn Manson into my brain with headphones. </div>This is much like witch came first...the chicken or the egg..? <br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I am certainly irrational at times questioning my ability as a parent, wife and daughter. I doubt my ability to get the education i need to be able to give my family the lifestyle we all want. I trudge along and live one day to the next wishing to GOD there was some way to fix whats broken. I am broken. </div>Then there are days all is going amazing well and I'm flying through math class jumping one hurdle to the next. I am able to do my writing with ease and writers block is yesterdays news. I'm happy to say I'm feeling better and the light shins in through the darkness...<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5CP0P_PVoBh_GKSJ-h23TrfASKrZXqB8L-gk3OkQzORsrTYW2nCZPcC6Ba3bO9Fc4gpdyvUzqPuSgN9ds_mX-qQHPLChyphenhyphenLyvEOVLhnigFSJQUAqDcBDn32Q-PaXi-zk0Ij96IEgi8nlY/s1600/A@.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5CP0P_PVoBh_GKSJ-h23TrfASKrZXqB8L-gk3OkQzORsrTYW2nCZPcC6Ba3bO9Fc4gpdyvUzqPuSgN9ds_mX-qQHPLChyphenhyphenLyvEOVLhnigFSJQUAqDcBDn32Q-PaXi-zk0Ij96IEgi8nlY/s320/A@.jpg" /></a>Then it all comes crashing down. the combination of medication is not working and once again I'm unable to sleep or i wake up at 4am. I dread the day of lucid existence ahead of me and keep on swimming.</div>I hope this new medication works. I need to feel better. I have well over a year clean and I just want to feel rested and refreshed. I want to go get in a good workout at the gym, get back to school and meetings. <br />
We will see. I do hope I sleep tonight...<br />
LynnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-10562055772948119402010-05-28T16:06:00.000-07:002010-05-28T16:06:53.472-07:00Wilton Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHv650PywMyWM8G7YkS9nf9Fd_EQqAGeRmf1KzsXD5S-4SJgoRAJRFHzU3_I2LkWOiHwpy9J_jgBMJqsVkaEjKNEY9u8Mc5OAmItqqY4nIMi_l-0dLSzH1AYQN2igwROJhBE9bPyf8DgU/s1600/WWW.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHv650PywMyWM8G7YkS9nf9Fd_EQqAGeRmf1KzsXD5S-4SJgoRAJRFHzU3_I2LkWOiHwpy9J_jgBMJqsVkaEjKNEY9u8Mc5OAmItqqY4nIMi_l-0dLSzH1AYQN2igwROJhBE9bPyf8DgU/s320/WWW.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRByGL9q_d8MH8zT227cpRomuPd7RF5EbhB1EeiLDIBc1_T12tBN6kac_rVosTk-AiBT1H6uM2fal_dOY-qvOgI48FN0iaIoYvMtPYB4tXDjXeA-S691yKTS5EU4D_XirD2xkyZ7CnOqo/s1600/wwww.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRByGL9q_d8MH8zT227cpRomuPd7RF5EbhB1EeiLDIBc1_T12tBN6kac_rVosTk-AiBT1H6uM2fal_dOY-qvOgI48FN0iaIoYvMtPYB4tXDjXeA-S691yKTS5EU4D_XirD2xkyZ7CnOqo/s320/wwww.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrdtkAQ-5xuvaWAh504CE9rZcTD8zFsZhjaCNTJ-AD8_Ko7wH3Ri76II1_5XFv1EEY6OyHQSR8Rz6wszigKfEUNwPDlRpf-hoFNe0hrHkB1d1Sqb5hrs3HrjDh-qagHsR689eKSCxVYC8/s1600/vvvvvvvvvvv.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrdtkAQ-5xuvaWAh504CE9rZcTD8zFsZhjaCNTJ-AD8_Ko7wH3Ri76II1_5XFv1EEY6OyHQSR8Rz6wszigKfEUNwPDlRpf-hoFNe0hrHkB1d1Sqb5hrs3HrjDh-qagHsR689eKSCxVYC8/s320/vvvvvvvvvvv.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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Here is a great opportunity to win the complete line of <a href="http://www.wilton.com/store/site/department.cfm?id=794C30FC-1E0B-C910-EAA24DD90EFB0DAA&fid=794C3189-1E0B-C910-EADC570AAE02FB63"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">UltraGold</span> <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">Bakeware</span></a> from Wilton! Wilton has been considered as the leading brand in <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">bakeware</span> and cake decorating for 80 years now. I went over to the website and there is a wealth of information on cake decorating, party ideas and of course a lovely variety of <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">bakeware</span> that will last a lifetime. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqjhyx1MxPjvbTGlilqJkj8zfXXJCb3QIqaaErvadp-CBM2FaUe3JuxyLVqFWsLHlXdSJpBk3xlypb70Ny4ICCzSPai4BADa_81o0a39HfFOcrvHGF7ku1QOQK0ag4OkAd3Kn3olfv9bs/s1600/WiltonLogo8.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqjhyx1MxPjvbTGlilqJkj8zfXXJCb3QIqaaErvadp-CBM2FaUe3JuxyLVqFWsLHlXdSJpBk3xlypb70Ny4ICCzSPai4BADa_81o0a39HfFOcrvHGF7ku1QOQK0ag4OkAd3Kn3olfv9bs/s320/WiltonLogo8.png" /></a></div>Just head on over to <a href="http://www.wilton.com/">Wilton</a> and do a little exploring for yourself or WIN your own set by entering the giveaway at <a href="http://www.twoofakindworkingonafullhouse.com/2010/05/wilton-complete-line-of-ultragold.html">Two of a kind working on a full house!</a> <br />
Best of luck to you and happy baking!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-63885513687528942142010-05-27T21:49:00.000-07:002010-05-27T21:49:22.344-07:00Keurig GiveawayGreat giveaway going on at <a href="http://myweeview.com/2010/05/keurig-special-edition-k-cups/">My Wee View</a> for a <a href="http://myweeview.com/2010/05/keurig-special-edition-k-cups/">Keurig Coffee Brewer AND k 4 boxes of K cups</a>!!! How killer is that??? I have been over at <a href="http://www.keurig.com/index.asp?mscsid=S4BMS7XH8HTS9JMMD94VF136G5NGBRJ4">Keurig.com</a> longing for my own Coffee Brewer so I could expearence all the yummy looking <a href="http://www.keurig.com/coffeetea.asp?mscsid=S4BMS7XH8HTS9JMMD94VF136G5NGBRJ4">K Cups</a> in a varity of flavors and styles! <br />
Head on over to <a href="http://myweeview.com/2010/05/keurig-special-edition-k-cups/comment-page-2/#comment-249566">My Wee View</a> and enter yo win one of your own! I did!<br />
LynnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-9842584477589010912010-05-27T20:04:00.000-07:002010-05-27T20:04:41.361-07:00Canvas Print GiveawayI have probably mentioned before we are new home owners. This being said we have yet to put up any paintings or wall decor of any kind. There is so much that still needs done and it is in fact sad. When I saw the opportunity to get my paws on my own <a href="http://www.canvaspress.com/">Canvas Print</a> from <a href="http://www.canvaspress.com/">Canvas Press</a>. This is a company that will bring life to your pictures. The company guarantees you will LOVE the finished product. <br />
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I especially like the variety of <a href="http://www.canvaspress.com/order_wallcollage_canvas.html">Wall Collages</a> offered and would love to get one for above the sofa in the living room. I think I would choose a picture of one of the many fishing trips my father and husband have enjoyed together. They get some amazing pictures out there!<br />
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If you want to check it out for yourself head on over to <a href="http://www.canvaspress.com/">Canvas Press</a> or better yet read the review written by <a href="http://momof2boyswifeof1.blogspot.com/2010/05/create-memories-with-canvas-print-is-as.html">Mom of 2 Boys Wife of 1</a> and enter to WIN your own 16 x 20 canvas print with an ARV of $140. <br />
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Later~Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-61607462034463071902010-05-23T15:54:00.000-07:002010-05-23T15:54:24.556-07:00Great Giveaway from Shop Bedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgos6mrpf38ss9i75GjrbZNC_f6_qIOwaMK-H3nXcRLSTbLjeNTOWhl0-ZwXYmALiWwFV1Le47TnJO6qXKEumyplFlBHzLpUnNchsxzw2TcLMR1a4149wxu-ycKDRnRPh5GpUvXqZVfDs/s1600/BED.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgos6mrpf38ss9i75GjrbZNC_f6_qIOwaMK-H3nXcRLSTbLjeNTOWhl0-ZwXYmALiWwFV1Le47TnJO6qXKEumyplFlBHzLpUnNchsxzw2TcLMR1a4149wxu-ycKDRnRPh5GpUvXqZVfDs/s320/BED.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Great giveaway at <a href="http://www.closetsamples.com/2010/05/review-giveaway-shop-bedding.html">Closet of Free Samples</a> where you can win yourself some lovely s<span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">atin</span> bed sheets. I don't know about you, but i could use these this summer when the weather gets warmer. Although I am fortunate enough to live on the S<span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">outhern</span> Oregon C<span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">oast</span>, there are days that it gets pretty dang warm and being the cool coastal town it is, Coos Bay homes are not equipped with air conditioners. No one I know anyway. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love the variety of bedding offered by Shop Bedding and the Down Alternative 100% <a href="http://www.shopbedding.com/50-pillows/down-alternative-100-cotton-pillow-180-thread-count">Cotton Pillow</a> with 180 Thread-Count would be a definite must if your expecting company this summer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSATIOSdzBbIVY2U8W6cRBN7gmIyLesCn0dbzgTDqdnhEOtFKOOlkk3Z8XVQLmSKxj9zsOw_i__h6hN7yU-4QDT99JP2s8NJO0yWvBVIwHtdPnW8vpbnP4hxssz1KfuJwfnotMNRORKuw/s1600/4-pillows-on-bed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSATIOSdzBbIVY2U8W6cRBN7gmIyLesCn0dbzgTDqdnhEOtFKOOlkk3Z8XVQLmSKxj9zsOw_i__h6hN7yU-4QDT99JP2s8NJO0yWvBVIwHtdPnW8vpbnP4hxssz1KfuJwfnotMNRORKuw/s320/4-pillows-on-bed.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I encourage you to go check out <a href="http://www.shopbedding.com/50-pillows/down-alternative-100-cotton-pillow-180-thread-count">Shop Bedding</a> for yourself and see if you don't come across something you would like to get for yourself or a loved one, or you could WIN a Satin sheet set in your choice of color by heading over to <a href="http://www.closetsamples.com/2010/05/review-giveaway-shop-bedding.html">Closet Of Free Samples</a> and entering the giveaway!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for your time and have a great day!</div> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4503103909289279259.post-51940267406921111962010-05-22T07:42:00.000-07:002010-05-22T07:42:21.839-07:00Paula dean cookware Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPbRoDV_WBWb0AdUcjgv8o4wv9t1vXsovEghJsr3xK3I7lvAHoZwR8RYqbQVD0CAdbDh9MjZwfylaOkxcYfIqdXBKq5VnZ9U7FbDHdcmBzau6WKDBVW7DQr8Fpj5MO7Tm3BrxnDL8w6l8/s1600/cookware-paula-deen-green-set.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPbRoDV_WBWb0AdUcjgv8o4wv9t1vXsovEghJsr3xK3I7lvAHoZwR8RYqbQVD0CAdbDh9MjZwfylaOkxcYfIqdXBKq5VnZ9U7FbDHdcmBzau6WKDBVW7DQr8Fpj5MO7Tm3BrxnDL8w6l8/s320/cookware-paula-deen-green-set.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I need new cookware, how about you? Just the other day I had to toss our large frying pan in the trash can because the no stick surface on the bottom was worn off from prior uses dating back to when my husband was still a bachelor! So as you may have guessed i was happy to see <a href="http://3kidsandus.com/">3 kids and us</a> was hosting a giveaway from <a href="http://www.cookware.com/Cookware-Sets-by-Paula-Deen-C150917.html"><span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">CSN</span> Stores</a> featuring a new line of Paula Dean Cookware! Now for starters I love Paule Dean as she knows how to bring out the good <span class="goog-spellcheck-word" style="background: yellow;">ol</span> southern cooking and I love to just hear her talk with that lovely southern accent of hers. It is so soothing and motherly:) <br />
Now you can head over <a href="http://3kidsandus.com/2010/cooking-with-paula-deen-12pc-cookware-review-giveaway/">here to enter the giveaway</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03481252993925957098noreply@blogger.com0