Hello my fancy followers!

Mobile blogging this evening...ugh!!!...my oldest is typing her term paper...so I couldn't very well kick her off...which means tonight's journeling will be short and sweet. Oh, and please forgive any misspelled words.

Had a great day...class this morning...followed with some more training...then came home and decided to make something new for dinner...ran to Trader Joe's...had a glass of wine (yep, took my free point)...and made the most delicious salmon topped with apples that were simmered with balsamic vinegar and honey...definitely a keeper :)

I hope you all had a nice relaxing Saturday...sleep tight and don't let the bugs bite...

Sweet dreams :)

it's raining...it's pouring

WOW...the rain is really coming down out there!

I'm super excited to be in for the evening...and even more excited that my sweetums is returning home after being gone for a few days!

I started "The Dailey Method" instructor training today...Yippee!!!...and again, I must tell you all...It is so awesome!!!
...If you are interested in trying out a modified version of the class...come to Lucy (in the Fountains at Roseville) next Wednesday at 6pm...promise..you will love it!

Thought I'd send a little more cuteness your way...my middle dumpling...has gotten a head start on her dream to be a professional runner
...she has officially become a member of the nearby running club!...yesterday she was fitted for her shoes..and was given a little tutorial on how to care for them...she's really looking forward to starting!

Guess the rain has stopped...I just peeked outside and saw the most beautiful rainbow...thank you sweet Jesus for that little radiant gift...I tried to capture it for you all to see
...kiddos just asked if we could run to the end of it...lol!

Hope you have a glorious weekend!

Sweet dreams :)

Excuse me sir...do you happen to be homeless?

As I was driving through Starbucks this morning...I came across this homeless man...(I'm sure waiting for some kind soul to grant him with his morning cup of joe)...he was just sitting there...filthy and cold...but the thing that really "Got" me...was he had the brightest smile you can imagine...and I thought later that day...why am I not smiling more these days?...what is my problem?...My issues don't even compare to his, I'm sure. As I passed him this morning...I had this sick feeling inside...and if I wasn't already running late...I would have turned around...honestly, I should have turned around...and usually I do...Usually I will ask them what kind of food they would like...(meaning closest fast food available)...and usually they will ramble off a full menu...even dessert for goodness sakes...which completely cracks me up...what on earth is with that?

Now here's the real topper to my heart for the homeless...several months ago...I was dining with a friend downtown....while leaving (with a bunch of leftovers)...we decided it would be nice just to pass them on...wellll....are you ready for this one...I actually tried giving my food to a man that WAS NOT even homeless...lol...I swear he looked like it...although after I totally humiliated myself and him....I realized the matching luggage at his feet should have been a clue....ha!

Awwww...goal number 192 :)...smile more...why not!

I hope you all are having a superlious day!

Sweet dreams :)

yogurt, granola, & honey.....oh my!

Hello darlings!

I had a great day with dear ol dad...took him to the bank...then on to his haircut and of course lunch...its nice having some one on one time every now and then with him!

I realized last night I told you all that I had read my sister-in-laws blog...but never gave you the link to check it out....so here you go...

http://stellarmoms.blogspot.com/

It's really fun reading her stuff...plus you all can check out my super cute niece :)

I'm sure most of you have tried Greek yogurt before...but I just discovered I Lovvvveee it! Yesterday I was taste testing in Costco and tried some with honey...and boy was it yummy...
so this morning I mixed that delicious yogurt with some granola and honey...and made myself an extra special breakfast! I also went to Fage's (the brand of yogurt I bought) website and found some tasty recipes...

http://www.fageusa.com/recipes.aspx?prevSect=nutrition

Might I close with another fabulous quote...

“You must love yourself before you love another. By accepting yourself and fully being what you are, your simple presence can make others happy.”

Sweet dreams :0)

I look upon myself as an indoor gardener

Good evening you sweet things!

I just finished reading my sister-in-laws blog for the day...and she had posted pictures of these really fabulous garden boxes that my brother-in-law recently built...and I gotta tell you...I just might be a bit jealous :)...not because they have those boxes (although they are awesome)...but because they are going to have fresh veggies right at their finger tips, 24/7. I have always aspired to be a gardener...I can just picture myself, in one of those cute little aprons...carrying my cute little bucket...feeling all Martha Stewart "ish"...but that's all it is...a picture in my head...because honestly, I just don't have it...I don't have that special something it takes to make a garden flourish...nor would I even know where to begin...so I will just sit back and pray that they will have an over abundance and will send some my way :)

A cute little poem...(for all you martha's out there)...

The kiss of the sun for pardon,
The song of the birds for mirth,
One is nearer God's heart in a garden
Than anywhere else on earth.
~Dorothy Frances Gurney, "Garden Thoughts"

Alright, its bath time, so I must close for the night...I hope you have a peaceful evening with your loved ones!

I will be posting week 3's points tonight...so check it out!

Sweet dreams :)

A laugh is a smile that bursts

Happy 4th week to you all!

I truly hope you all are finding the challenge to be getting a little easier...and those awful cravings for sweets and soda have started to subside.

My girl had a fabulous time at homecoming this weekend...she looked absolutely stunning....here's a goofy pic of her and a couple friends...
Silly teenagers!

So today I read that laughing 100 times...roughly equals 15 minutes on an exercise bike....what???...if this is correct...please tell me some jokes...quick! No really, don't you all just love to laugh...it's one of the best things to me...I just love those super hard laughs...the kind that make you fall on the floor and pee your pants...this is probably one of the reasons I adore visiting my friend in New York City...he and I laugh non-stop...at everything and nothing! I believe it really encourages the "right" kind of attitude..and relieves so much tension. I think my goal tomorrow will be to laugh 100 times...what do you all think?...I think it will make me look more like a psycho...than anything else :)

Alright, alright...my sweetums is begging me to wrap it up...I think he's waiting for me to watch our Monday night t.v...sleep well....and...

Sweet dreams :)

free day!

Taking my journaling free point! Be back tomorrow :)

A little bit of this....and a little bit of that!

Good morning sweet cheeks :)

Another busy day for this girl!..today's business is being wrapped around the little blessings "homecoming banquet"...so of course...one must start getting ready at 2 o'clock...right?...you know we have make-up being done...then on to hair...oh and pictures at (2 different houses)...yikes...what's it going to be like on her wedding day?...actually, I'm kinda picking fun at the whole thing...but really do love it :)

Last nights game was fun...would have been better if I wasn't feeling so yucky...the girls were absolutely adorable! Here's a pic before they went on...little cutie pie's!

I told you all about the great deal amazon was having on some of their magazine subscriptions...I ended up ordering Yoga, Eating Well, and Fitness...and LOVE them all...you can't beat 5 dollars for a year.

After pictures tonight...we are taking my sister-in-law out for a 35th birthday celebration...woohoo...no kids, some adult conversation....with a few of my favorite people...what more could I ask for....just want to feel good...and all will be glorious in my little world.

I hope you all are having a bright eyed and bushy tailed Saturday morning...

Hugs :)

Go Viking's!

Hi!

I'm Blogging early this evening...and trying to get geared up for a very long evening... It's the homecoming game tonight...woohoo!...and I have 3 very excited cheerleaders on my hands!...Yes you read that right, 3 of them...the two little ones have the special privilege of cheering with their big sis tonight for part of the game....you can only imagine the giggles in this house!

I received the contract for the new job today...and I believe I just might sign that baby...and hope and pray for the best. I went to a another class this morning and took a friend...who actually turned to me while working out and mouthed the words..."I Hate You"...ha....you know who you are and I love you for even going with me...lol!

Alright...I better get going....I'm already NOT getting a shower before leaving...gross I know! Have a great evening and weekend.

Sweet dreams Hot stuffs :)

okay...I'm listening

Oh ya, Oh ya oh ya....I finally figured out how you all can leave comments again..don't you just love it when you try and try and finally succeed?...awww, the little things in life :)

Sooo...I'm seriously considering taking on this new job offer...that has recently been tossed my way. It is to be an instructor for "The Dailey Method" studio that will open in May!...I'm super delighted at just the thought of it...but I'm trying hard to just pray and of course listen...and hope He answer's quickly...because I need to give a yes or no...SOON!

Okay...gotta go...I know everyone is starving (to death...if I'm quoting them)...have a wonderful evening all!

Sweet dreams :)

king of snooze

Hello Cutie pies!

Awww....the sunshine was fabulous today!...(don't get me wrong I am definitely a fall/Winter kind of girl)...it just felt sooo good I couldn't help but smile :)...I also had a MUCH better day today (as you can probably already tell)...

Ok, wait... let me back up a bit...

At 4:30 AM (it wasn't lookin promising)...I was awoken by my sweetums alarm clock ringing ever so loudly in my ear...(which continued about 3 more times because he is the king of pushing that stupid snooze button)...anyways....when I looked over again and realized it was now 5 AM and I was definitely was NOT going back to sleep...I seriously started questioning what God was trying to do to me....Jeez Louise...I can't go to sleep in a bad mood and wake at such an hour...but believe it or not...I had a GREAT day...I taught my class...went to kiddos school for a bit...had lunch with my dear friends...and last but not least...I came back home...and CLEANED...Yep, even those darn showers!...It was fantastic to have such a productive day on such little sleep! Sorry God...forgive me for doubting you :)

My oldest is having "duct tape" day at her school tomorrow...um...what the heck is that?...All I can hear right now is her ripping duct tape off to make some kind of outfit...what!

I hope you all are finding week 3 to be a little easier.

have a glorious evening....and

Sweet dreams :)

Calgon take me awwwayyyyy!!!

Hi All!

Still can't figure out how to comment on my blog.....soooo irritating!

I'm not sure whats up with me today...but boy am I scatter-brained! I Must be pms-ing or something because EVERYTHING is on my last nerve.

Super short post this evening...I need to make time to get everyone's points on the spreadsheet and posted by the end of tonight....and also take care of my peeps here at home :)

Hope you all are having a better day than I...

Sweet dreams :)

Help!

Good evening all you week 3 challenger's!

UGH....just found out that nobody can post to my blog...It's driving me CRAZY I tell ya...If you all wouldn't mind...would you please try and if it works let me know how you did it? Thanks ahead of time :)

I hope you all had a great weekend...my valentine and I went for sushi last night and boy was it delicious!...I love having one on one time with him....so nice to just reflect on life without little ears and mouths nearby.

It was great to have everyone home the last few days....but boy am I looking forward to getting back to our regular weekly schedule...Can't wait to have my hair done tomorrow...it almost makes me giddy just thinkin about it...definitely one of those favorite things of mine!...awww...if only someone could massage my scalp everyday....I swear this would make for an even nicer me...lol!

Well I better close...Sweetums took half pint on a date this evening (so cute)...but I'm now wondering why its past her bedtime and their STILL GONE!...Think I'll let this one go though.

Sweet dreams sweet friends :)

Be Mine

Happy Valentine's day all you little love bugs!

Yes...another morning post! Thought I'd save this evening for my Valentine...WAIT, that is assuming I have one...snicker...My kiddos asked me yesterday if daddy asked me yet...I replied..."asked me what?"...and they all yelled..."mom...you know...if you want to be his Valentine!"...(again, another squeezable moment)...I tryed to explain to them that I thought it was just a given that husband and wife were each others Valentine...but they definitely cleared that one up...telling me..."absolutely NOT...that daddy NEEDED to ask me!!!"...sooo, there you have it...I might not really have a Valentine after all :)

Awww...what's a girl to do!

Had another wonderful evening of watching my girl on stage...I just love it I tell ya!

So have you all checked out "The Pioneer Woman's" website before? My mother-in-law told me about it...and I simply can't get enough...I keep coming to the computer to read more...she's this city girl who married a country man whom she refers to as her "Marlboro Man"...(so cute)...the website has all kinds of fun stuff to read...from her cookbook...to photography...to giveaways! Check it out if you have a moment :)....Her link is under "My Blog list"...down there to the left of my page!

Ok...for those of you in the challenge...don't forget to email me your points (tonight or tomorrow)...and I truly hope you have a footloose and fancy-free points day!

Smile :)

My little star!

Hello all & Happy Valentine's Eve!!!

Soooo...what do you all think of my new background?...I know it's a little obnoxious...but hey most Valentine's stuff is right?...Although I must admit...I am such a sucker for all that cutie cupcakey red and pink lovey stuff :)

Alright...I swear I'm not just saying this...but my oldest dumpling was fantastic last night! We all sat there shocked...staring at one another...wondering where has she been hiding this fabulous voice all along...who would of thought...well, let me take that back...her dad had a melt-your-heart type of voice...(so I'm sure that's where it came from)...because I do my best singing in the shower...and only in the shower....if you know what I mean :) I told you all I'd share some pic's...so here you go...


I have a million and a half things to do today...So I better close..plus the kiddos are dieing for french toast...(gotta love Saturday mornings with the fam)...oh and my sweetums refuses to get out of bed until it's ready...um...hello...maybe he should buy me a maid uniform for V-day....lol!

Hugs :)

Her big debut!

Hello you little cuties!

I know I keep bringing up this whole "Daily Method" stuff up these days...but listen here sisters....it is seriously addicting!...went to another class this morning and took along a fellow challenge buddy...(who now has signed up to go back next week)...I honestly couldn't wait to attend today's class...and I'm delighted to report that I'm definitely NOT as sore as last week :) Here is the website so you all can check it out too...www.thedailymethod.com

I'm sure you all are wondering...what's with the early post?...wellll my oldest dumpling has a big part in her school play this evening..."The happiest Millionaire"...she even has singing parts...(and has refused to rehearse in front of me)...so I can't WAIT to see it! Pic's coming soon :)

Ok...I better get showered and ready for her big debut...don't forget this weekend is Valentine's day...which means an EXTRA FREE DAY...woohoo!!!

Have a wonderful evening!

Sweet dreams :

It's calling my name

Imagine your in the middle of a very hectic day..absolutely swamped by work...meetings...phone calls...emails...and all you want to do is go home...put your snugglies on...and veg out....

welllll...by the looks of me and how tired I am...you would think that maybe my day looked somewhat even close to that...but nooo...all I did was spend my morning organizing the little dumplings valentines party and going to lunch with a hand full of fabulous moms....so what on earth is my problem???...sigh...and to think, my sweetums probably feels this way everyday with a much more realistic version of the above.

Okay...I know...I have told you all about my never ending laundry issue...right? Well at this very moment...(or maybe since Tuesday)...but who's counting :)...I have had about 7 loads of laundry sitting here all folded and everything...just waiting to be put away...staring at me from across the room!
But seriously, I would rather go to the obgyn than put those babies away right now!!!

Oh Great!...now that I'm starting to feel guilty...knowing you-know-who probably really did have "that" kind of day...and guessing with his "act's of service" love language he would soooo love walking in to a clean home.

So I will get off my tushy and plan for a peaceful evening!

Nightie night and sweet dreams :)

short and sweet

Hi All!

Tonight's class at Lucy was fantastic! Man o Man that class kicks booty...my legs were shakin so bad I felt like maybe I was having a seizure...ha...but after sneaking a peek at the gal next to me...my mind was quickly put to ease!...It's just a HARD class!!!

So with that being said...I am closing this evening with a super short post...head is pounding and I think me and Mr. Sandman have some talkin to do.

Sweet dreams :)

In a blink of an eye

Hello darlings!

I can not believe that 6 years ago today I gave birth to my sweet little twins...it is so crazy how the years go by so quick...I know people tell you that all the time...but this seems extra fast...and maybe it's because their the babies in the family...but I think I need a little extra time here :(

So I told you all about The Daily Method class I attended last week right?...Well tomorrow night is the night she hosting a FREE class at the Lucy in the Fountains...it starts at 6pm...soooo, I was wondering if any of you all are interested in attending too...it's a really great workout...and it's being held in a really great shop...and even greater that it's free....so what do you all think...any takers????

My sweetums and I did a yoga video together this evening and it was really fun...although I found myself eyeing him the whole time doing all these funky poses and had trouble with the relaxation part of it all :)

Allow me to close with a little motivational quote..."We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit."
Aristotle...(just thought it fit)

Sweet dreams :)

Fame......I want to live for ever....I want to learn how to fly....

I have a little sicky home again today...ugh! Is this Gods way of telling me to slow down a little or what???

Several days ago I rented the movie "Fame"...against my husbands better judgement...(since it was only rated 27% on rottentomatoes.com)...anyways...I finally was able to finish it...only took me 3 days...sigh...but finally...mission accomplished...and I loved it!...honestly you can throw any dance movie my way and I'm in heaven. Growing up, It was a dream of mine to attend a school for the arts...even when I was in 2nd grade the teacher suggested to my parents that they look into it...but the nearest one...would have meant a long bus ride each day...which meant the answer was a big fat NO!
...and I have always wondered how different my life would be if they would have taken that risky step.

Just recently my heart broke when my middle dumpling had to break it to me that she was done with ballet...UGH, she says it's boring and that she dreads going...sigh again...I was so sad...and maybe I was living vicariously through her...because I took every kind of dance under the sun...and was definitely NOT bored! She is really good too...Awwww...but if it's not her thing...I will graciously listen to what is and do all I can to lead her in that direction....thank goodness that the little one is still in love with dance...so I'll take anything I can get :)

Great job everyone on last weeks progress!!! Here's to a second week!!!

Have a fantastic evening!

Sweet Dreams :)

WooHoo week 1 down!!!!!

Good Morning!!!...ooh I never get to type this...(I'm always posting in the evening's)

I took my free jounaling point last night...but I'm back for sure today! We had a grrrreat time with friends last night...most of you who know me can probably guess where we went to dinner....yep, it was Banderas indeed!...aawww I love that place....delish!

Soooo...what's the plans for this crispy Super Bowl Sunday?...honestly, I could go by without even turning the tv on...buuutttt my Sweetums would definitely not have it...so I will sit with the best of them...put on a smiley face and pretend I'm somewhat into it...(all done with a happy heart of course)....ha!

ok listen up girlie's....this is simply fabulous...we have 76...(yes you read that right)...76 people participating in the challenge....isn't that AWESOME...now I need to put this 760 dollars I have sitting in front of me in a secret spot...or maybe I should skip town and go on a shopping spree....juussst kidding! It has been a blast hearing from people all over the U.S....most I don't even personally know....you guys ROCK!!!

I hope you all have been having a great first week...and your not cursing at me right about now...lol! Keep up the good work...it gets easier!

Have a wonderful day!

I know I ALWAYS close with sweet dreams...but I feel silly typing it at 9 am...so I will close with a...

BIG hug and a wet juicy smooch :)

Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional, and mental states.

Holy toledo...I could barely get out of bed this morning!!!...my quads are KILLING me...and going to the bathroom has been a challenge in itself...lol! I also wanted to let you all know the gal who graciously let me take a "Daily Method" class yesterday...is hosting a free trial class at the "Lucy" in the Fountains (Roseville) this Wed. night...(let me get back to you on the time)....even know my whole body hurts...it is a good hurt...so don't let it scare you off )...her studio will be open in May...you can go to www.thedailymethod.com to check it out!

I am sooo happy this evening...my sweetums has returned home after being gone for 3 days....yippee!...I'm looking forward to a solid nights sleep...and maybe even a little snuggle :)

Hope you all are truckin along with ease...you know, on this whole challenge thing...and starting to feel super cute with all the healthiness going on within you....keep up the good work.

Have a fantastic weekend and don't forget to email me your points on Sunday evening.

Sweet dreams you cute things :)

what strikes your fancy?

Hello Sweet cheeks!

So we all have been journaling...right?...well my mother in law had the best idea...(or at least the book she is reading did)...as well as writing in your journal...you cut pictures from magazines...you know, stuff that makes us feel good...things that strike our fancy...or maybe just a quote or article that inspired us that day...and glue them in the journal. I really thought this was a cute idea...wouldn't it be great to look back on the stuff that made us tick?

Thinking about doing this...really got me thinking, what are a few of my favorite things?...So, earlier today I started a list..(in my head of course)...and thought I'd share....not that it matters to you all....but looking back one day...I will be able to see what made "my" boat float...alright, here it goes...

1. My husband and kids...they completely freak me out sometimes...but love them to pieces!

2. My fan...I love it...have to hear that baby to sleep at night...I've had one sitting on my bedside table since before I can remember...yep, even take it on trips :)

3. Tea...(tea parties especially)...a friend introduced me to it about 9 years ago....and I just love how feminine they make me feel.

4. Converse...have had a pair since I was 15...I probably will always love them.

5. clean sheets...aawwww!

6. new socks....one day when I win the lotto...I will never wear a worn pair again.

7. last but not least...talking to my sister...no matter how far we are from each other...we always find time to talk at least once a day....(or maybe 10)

ok ok...I'm done...I really could keep going...but I'll stop :)

oh...by the way....the "Daily Method" exercise class (I told you all about)...kicks booty...I was shaking at the end...it's sorta like an intense Pilate's class with great music and really fun!!! The hour went by soooo fast....I know I'm going to hate getting out of bed in the morning...ugh!

Alright...rented a movie tonight so I better close.

Have an awesome day tomorrow!

Sweet dreams :)

mental health day

Goodness gracious am I easily distracted these days...just take today for example...I had big plans...take kiddos to school, walk with friends, teach my class and immediately GO home and spend the day cleaning out the bedroom...but what happens instead...sigh...is the phone rings and my adorable sister in law says..."hey Jen, wanna come over and have lunch and hang out?"...and yes...that's all it took...my on-a-roll attitude came to a screeching hault!...yes, I did do everything before the cleaning out the room part...but that all happened before 10:15 am...My mother in law calls these days her..."taking a mental health day"....funny huh?...I say...if that's the case...one might think I should move into a funny farm with as many mental health days I've been taking.

Woohoo...I am soooo excited, tomorrow I am invited to learn all about the Daily Method...whats THAT you ask???...well...the Daily method is a unique combination of ballet barre work, core conditioning, stretching, and orthopedic exercises...(basically it kicks your butt into shape)! It's been super popular in the bay area over the last couple of years...and I have been dieing to take a class!!! Just found out there is one opening in Roseville soon...and the owner is a friend of a friend and shes going to give us a class :)

Alright..think I should close for the night...I'm the art docent tomorrow in the little ones class...so I better get more prepared...yikes!

Have a fantastic day 4 tomorrow!

Sweet dreams :)

my little runner girl

Hello Darlings!

As I was thinking about it...I should have asked you all TODAY if you all want to poke your eyes out...not yesterday when it was all new and exciting!

Seriously bummin...I went for a run today...only 4 1/2 miles and my stupid knee was killing me again...so bad I had to actually stop and walk a few times...sorry Sarah...hopefully you'll want to run with me again :)

My cute little middle dumpling informed me a couple weeks ago...that she wants to be a professional runner when she grows up...(so sweet)...I just want to squeeze that girl sometimes! Her and I were both delighted to recently find a kids running club for her to participate in...now she doesn't have to wait!

Hope your second day was a success!

Sweet dreams :)

Happy 1st day :)

Happy first day all!!!

Alright you healthy nuts...how's it going today? Has it been pretty easy....or do you all want to poke your eyes out?

When I woke up this morning...I found myself super excited to start the challenge with you all...It was great seeing some of you at school...all geared up...and ready to hit the gym :)

My oldest dumplings bff loves photography...and she came over this weekend and took some amazing pic's of the kiddos...check out her blog...she's really good! www.hindsightphotography.blogspot.com...Here's some of her work...
Helps when your subjects are super cute...huh?

I have to confess...I'm closing tonight to get the little ones tucked snug in the beds....so I can watch "The Bachelor"...I know embarrassing...but I'm hooked and can't help it.

Sweet dreams :0)