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posted by on 2011, 30th birthday, Desserts, recipes

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I usually buy birthday cakes. It’s just the way my mom always did it so I never thought about making one. This year on Mr. M2C birthday I decided that I would attempt to make his cake. I asked him what kind of cake he wanted, expecting something simple for my first official birthday cake [...]

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I don’t know about you but ever since becoming a parent, my sense of adventure has been limited to traveling with two toddlers and a cat from one side of the country to the other. I don’t take very many risks and for the sake of my kids, I like to lead a structured life. [...]

posted by on 2011, Reviews, wine, wine tasting

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I get lots of things in the mail. At least three times a week there is a package on my doorstep. Most of the time it is a Lalaloopsy doll for Ansley, coupons, a years supply of deodorant, not real exciting stuff. I rarely get anything for me other than bills. A couple of weeks [...]

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posted by on 2011, mood

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Last week was a rough one for me. Nothing big or tragic happened just lots of little things that took a toll on me emotionally and mentally. This week I am determined to get a fresh start and have a great week. This week is Mr. M2C 30th birthday and it is also our 5th [...]

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Guest post written by Ashley Bridges There are all kinds of things that I love to look for at flea markets. But I think out of all the possibilities, things for my home are the surest bet. I’m always on the lookout for a new accent or picture to hang up on my wall. My [...]

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This year Mr. M2C and I both turned 30. It was a major milestone for both of us. Of course, as we get older so do our parents. They are all working their way towards retirement and the days of overtime, big bonus’ and extra income will become a thing of the past. Being on [...]

posted by on 2011, blogging, life, pee, potty training

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This morning…WAY too early I rolled over in the bed. I was expecting cool sheets and more fluffy pillow but what I got was pee soaked sheets, no pillow and toddler feet in my face. Note to my children here: If you are going to wet the bed…wet YOUR bed, NOT mine! We are in [...]

posted by on 2011, family, mom

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As the week comes to a close, I can’t help but feel exhausted and a little defeated. Sometimes it feels as though the world is just not listening to me…even though I talk and talk and talk! I often wonder how many times in a day I say the same things over and over again. [...]