Birthday Weekend

We had a busy weekend celebrating my oldest's 9th birthday. Wow, how'd that happen?? Do I really have a 9 year old!? I can't possibly be old enough for that to be true.

He's into skating these days so the big gifts were a new deck and a grinding rail (plus a new helmet to save my nerves). He also received a ramp from his Auntie and some new clothes to look the part. He's been skating non-stop since he opened his gifts and has a few scrapes and bruises to prove it. He is a braver soul than I. I fall over just looking at a skateboard.

He's too cool these days for balloons and streamers (wouldn't even let me put "Happy Birthday" on his cake!), so we had a low-key affair with friends and family. The weather was rather odd Saturday: sun, rain, sun, rain, sun, hail, sun. We made our way in and out of the drizzle several times and partied-on nonetheless. Even had our own little version of some March Madness. It's was lots of fun and he was happy so that's all that really matters.

Here a some highlights:

On Sunday we took him to a new local skate park and he hung with the big guys (dudes? skaters? Got to brush up on my lingo).  I'm so proud of him! He's very persistent and determined and gets right back up when he falls or misses a trick. I just hope my nerves hold out and we avoid any trips to the ER. He may be 9 now, but he's still my baby.

How was your weekend?

Got Romance? EdenFantasys Has Got You Covered

Let's face it. Being a stay at home mommy is not glamorous. It doesn't exactly inspire love, romance and soulful intimacy. All that cleaning, juggling, shuffling, scolding, and laundry folding can leave a mom feeling depleted. But, it is important to stay connected in marriage and foster an intimate bond that goes beyond everyday parenting. Sometimes we need a little help to go from hrumph to umph!

EdenFantasys carries lots of great products to help put some perk back into your partnership. They have products that range from massage oils and lingerie to aromatherapy candles and yes, adult toys, if you are so inclined. Their site offers books and articles too, in case you need a little inspiration. Check out all the great massage lotions, oils, and aromatherapy candles that EdenFantasys has to offer. You might find just the thing to reignite that spark you thought had fizzled.

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Win A Tangled Movie Poster Signed by Zachary Levi!

Do you have a Tangled fan at your house? I have a 5 year old who is just giddy over anything Tangled. She was dying for the movie to come out and has watched it several times since it debuted. She has a Tangled t-shirt, a Tangled doll, and a Tangled book. Just today she asked me for a Tangled costume for her upcoming birthday.

We have watched the movie as a family and I have to say it is a great flick. Well done with fantabulous animation, a funny storyline, interesting characters, and plenty of action. Even my 9 year old boy was glued to the screen, though he'd never admit to his friends that he liked it ;)

Just in case you haven't heard, here's more about the film from the production company:
"Tangled features Rapunzel (Mandy Moore), a young girl hidden away from the world by her overprotective mother, Gothel. Rapunzel dreams of discovering what the world holds, when suddenly Flynn Ryder (Zachary Levi), a caddish drifter stumbles into her life. They strike a deal and Flynn agrees to lead her through the forest and find the hidden strength she never knew."



I have great news for you Tangled fans! I have been offered an opportunity to host a giveaway for a Hand Signed Movie Poster!! Flynn Ryder himself, Mr. Zachary Levi, will personally hand sign a Tangled one sheet movie poster for one contest winner!

Here's how to enter:
Mandatory first entry: Check out the Tangled Widget above and tell me what is your (or your Tangled fan's) greatest talent.

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Be sure to leave a comment for each entry and a valid email address. Open to U.S. and Canada only. Winner will be chosen by random integer selection. The winner will have 48 hours to claim the prize or a new winner will be chosen. Contest will close on April 5, 2011 at 12:00 AM EST. Good Luck!!!

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Ultimate Blog Party 2011

Greetings bloggy friends! This is a happy Friday, and I'm not foolin'! The Ultimate Blog Party starts today and runs through April 8th. I'm sure you've heard, but if not, pop on over to 5 Minutes For Mom ASAP to get the scoop and join in the fun. There are tons of fabulous prizes to win, and better yet, tons of fabulous bloggers to meet! It's one of the biggest bloggy bashes of the year and shouldn't be missed.

If you are stopping in here from the UBP, welcome!!! Please leave a comment with your link so I can swing by your place for a visit ;)

Alert: Do You Post Photos Online? Watch This!

I've posted this to facebook and twitter, but it is such an important and alarming message, especially for those with kids, that I am reposting it here. Please check your image and privacy settings before posting photos online and share this information with others. Watch the video below for more info:

Aloha Friday!

Hello bloggy friends! I hope you are having a lovely April first. Have you been tricked today?
I'm not big on April Fools' prankster so I don't have any tricks up my sleeve ;)

My Aloha Friday question today is: What is your vision for your blog? Where do you see your blog in 3 years? If you are not a blogger, what is one goal you hope to achieve in the next 3 years?

I have to say that I vacillate when it comes to blogging goals. That is bad for my blog, I know. It is important to have a vision and concrete goals and then break them down into doable tasks. My biggest obstacle is time. There are so many ideas I have, but very limited time to accomplish them. Just visiting my favorite bloggy friends can be out of reach some weeks. One thing I know I need to work on is organization. I need to revamp the way my blog is laid out so that it's more user-friendly and easier to digest. I also need to work on branding and hone my posting topics so that they are more direct and less random. And then I need to just get out there more. As long as I have homeschooled kids and a family who needs me, that will be a push/pull struggle. What about you? What are your goals?


 

 Thank you so much for coming by today! I really appreciate your time and thoughts. Be sure to visit Kailani at An Island Life for more Aloha Friday fun. And Don't miss the Ultimate Blog Party blog hop at 5 Minutes for Mom.

Enter to win my giveaway for a Chuggington: Chuggers To The Rescue DVD!