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Posted by Robin . on Friday, March 25, 2011,
In :
Photography
When we got to San Antonio, we snagged a hotel within walking distance of the Riverwalk and headed on down to scope things out.
After walking
and walking
and walking
and, you guessed it, walking some more....
We grabbed a bite to eat, found an awesome little shop where I eventually ended up buying dresses for Snappy and myself and hit up Ripley's and the wax museum.
Snappy was not happy about those last two stops.
She was totally freaked out. Except for when 0007 took her through this tunnel thin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, March 23, 2011,
In :
Favorite Things
I don't normally do this. But, being as this is sometimes a "Mommy Blog" (ugh. I hate that label.), I really wanted to share something with y'all.
The following is from my Giveaway page. It's a product that I really think every child should own and every parent will love. Check it out and if you'd like to enter to win one, head over to the giveaway.
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As
parents, easing our children's fears and anxieties is something we all
want to do. Whether your child has only experienced missing y... Continue reading ...
So, Snappy will be four this summer and we have seriously not taken a vacay since she's been around. It was time. This year, since TRex is in school, Spring Break was actually a big deal so we decided to take a couple of days and get away. We live a little over an hour from San Antonio. For you non-Texans, that's where the Alamo is. They've got an amazing downtown area called The Riverwalk, tons of fun stuff to do and an utterly awesome zoo (that the kids had never been to). We set out on Fri... Continue reading ...
Whether you have children or not, whether they are in the Texas school system or not, you should care about their education, or lack thereof. We should all care. We should be outraged that our country's children aren't given more, our country's teachers aren't treated better, our country's education system isn't being nurtured the way it should be. Funding and teacher pay is a joke. Our kids are absolutely getting "left behind", forgotten about and pushed aside for other things. This doesn't ... Continue reading ...
The questions.... 1. Have you worn the same outfit more than one day in a row? 2. If you had to choose any LARGE city to live in, which would it be? 3. Fly or drive with the kids on vacation? 4. What is your idea of "spring cleaning"? 5. What is the best book you have ever read?
1. Have you worn the same outfit more than one day in a row?
The school project got finished. Two days before it needed to be!
We may be a family of procrastinators but, when it comes to holidays and gift giving, we have a hard time waiting for the actual day. So, VDay has come early around here. 0007 got his gifts Friday and he showered us with gifts today.
Yes, he totally took my breath away this year. I was so not expecting what he got me. For years I have happily worn my beautiful wedding ring. I've loved it and still do. He ... Continue reading ...
I let Snappy learn how to play computer games. She loves it. And she's good at it. And the little turd will probably need her own computer soon or I'll never get any work done again.
Not that I've minded so much the last few days. I mean, if she's on my computer it does give me ample time to continue watching Bones, my newest tv show find and obsession. But, truly, the kid is awful at sharing!
My second mistake was letting her realize that my new phone has games ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, February 3, 2011,
In :
Photography
My blogging seems to have fallen low on my to-do list lately. I'm certainly busy but, it's not very exciting stuff. Not boring...just...mundane. It's cleaning and working and rearing unruly children and fretting over the weather. None of which make for exciting blog entries. I hate that I've pawned off so many photo posts as real blog posts but, I'm hoping y'all are enjoying the pics.
We're supposed to have snow here tonight and tomorrow. In South Texas. It hasn't snowed here since TRex's fir... Continue reading ...
There's no school next Monday. I've been reminding myself every day. I'll probably put sticky notes throughout the house this weekend.
Are my dogs like my kids or are my kids like my dogs because they all seem to enjoy tearing stuff up. My yard looks like a disaster zone. Gave the dogs an old comforter since it's been cold recently. Shit heads tore it open and pulled out most of the stuffing. Smart move, dogs! I'm sure the random pieces of stuffing throughout the yard will keep you quite warm... Continue reading ...
Monday. Blah. They used to not bother me. When I was a stay at home mom of two kids and had no real schedule, Mondays only meant that 0007 had to return to work. Now that one of those kids is in school, it means that I have to do one of the things I hate the most.
Get.up.early.
courtesy of google images
So, after 2 weeks off of school, two weeks of sleeping in, two weeks of bickering between the kids all day long, the first Monday of 2011 arrived and I was reluctant to get up but, glad to get ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, December 23, 2010,
In :
Holiday Posts
Sorry for the sporadic posting lately. With Christmas t-minus 2 days and counting, relatives in from out of state (yay!), TRex out of school, etc; I've been decking the halls, hugging my loved ones, rockin' around the Christmas tree and all the rest of it.
Hopefully, once the holiday is over and things start to return to some kind of semblance of normalcy, I'll be back to only my normal procrastinating on blog posts.
We've all had to deal with negative forces in our lives. I suppose that, how we deal with these things shows our true character. For a long time, I allowed the negativity to get me down. Misery definitely loves company but, negativity craves it. Joining the forces of negativity and allowing it to take over is sometimes hard to fight. It's an important fight though.
Some people will never be happy for others. Some people will never have a positive word to say and will always revel in the downf... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, December 15, 2010,
Things have been crazy busy around here for the last couple of months.
Our photography business has kind of blown up and we've been busy with that. The holidays hit and all the insanity around decorating and cooking and card mailing and gift wrapping and all has engulfed our house. TRex seems to have homework (in Kindergarten!) every day. Snappy is a constant source of humor and a whirlwind of activity. 0007 just started a new job. It's insanity. It's all good but, still insane!
So, Facebook has a new app that puts together your status updates from the whole year.
It was fun to look back and see what I had deemed "status worthy" throughout the year. Proud of the low number of complaints, high number of movie quotes, several more insightful items and a whole lot of "from the mouths of my children" funniness (uh, sure, it's a word).
This is pretty small and you can't really see it so, I wanted to share some of my faves here.
I've been blogging for a while now. Gosh, has it been two years? Longer? Wow.
Anyway, in that time, I've reviewed a LOT of products. Some from tiny business and some from big companies. I have always been 100% honest in my reviews and have always stayed positive about the product. There have been very few things that I've been disappointed with from the beginning and those companies were told up front that the review, were it to run, would be less than favorable. Every positive review I've ev... Continue reading ...
Bill and Ted may have been the most annoying duo in history (or maybe that was Pauly Shore and Stephen Baldwin in BioDome) but, you know you just read that title in their voices.
So, I'm having a little party.
An online party.
A jewelry party.
I'm having an online jewelry party!
Please take your feet off the coffee table and use a coaster.
Posted by Robin . on Saturday, December 4, 2010,
In :
Photography
Are you beginning to see a theme here with these titles?
Heck yeah, I'm in the Christmas spirit! Even though I'm insanely busy (yeah, that ol' gripe again) and feel like my head's going to spin off and the kids are going to give me a stroke and I'll never sleep again...aside from that stuff...I'm totally in the Christmas spirit!
I really love Christmas.
I love the magic of it.
I love Santa and the reindeer and little one's wishing for zillions of toys.
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 29, 2010,
In :
Other Stuff
Did you brave the Black Friday crowds?
Well, get ready to curl up with Lucy Laptop and hit the interweb for Cyber Monday! I've been getting wind of some really great deals and I thought I'd share some with y'all!
YMI Jeans (one of my personal faves to shop) has 50% off EVERYTHING today only! Just use the code Turkey at checkout. They've got great jeans, pants, leggings and coats!
Jomashop.com has great luxury watches, designer handbags and more and discounted prices. Get 25% off Christian Dior ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, November 26, 2010,
In :
Photography
Hope everyone had an awesome Thanksgiving! After my two week no coke/no good coffee creamer diet, I super indulged in all the amazing food at BOTH of the Thanksgivings that we go to! It's back to business today though. Even the half-glass of coke I had last night isn't going to make me fall back off the wagon!
If you're partaking in the Black Friday craziness....um...well...peace be with you.
We got our first "major" cold front last night. It went from 80s and humid to 40s and dry as hell. I'... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, November 23, 2010,
In :
Holiday Posts
Two days from Thanksgiving?! Or is it one day? I never know if you count the day you are on.
Where the hell did this year go?!
So, yeah, I'm still insanely busy. Probably not really happily buzzing along like a little bee but, still busy. Is it time to write letters to Santa yet?
Posted by Robin . on Friday, November 19, 2010,
In :
Photography
Yep, that's me lately. Busy lady over here.
It's great, really. Our photography business has started to really take off and we've been booked a lot lately. It means a ton more work for me but, I'm loving it.
It's totally blowing my mind how fast the weeks are shooting past me though. I cannot believe it's almost Christmas.
Don't even say "It's still a month away."
It's freakin' here, dude. It's right around the corner and it will be here as fast as tomorrow. I'm so not ready. Looking forward t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 15, 2010,
In :
Photography
I've taken the kids with me on a couple of photo shoots lately and was able to get a few good pics. A few fun shots of Snappy one day and a nearly failed attempt at Christmas card shots another day.
I say a few good ones because some of them look like this...
And this...
That whole reel cracked me up. It's worth it though when I get to pull a few pics like this...
Could she look any older in that last pic? Or any sassier? Oy vey.
At least I got some cute ones of her a few days before this shoot. M... Continue reading ...
When it comes to patriotic things, love of our country, the military and what they do for us and honoring all of it, I can get a little weepy.
Ok, I get a little weepy at a lot of stuff.
But, really weepy with patriotic remembrance. I'm definitely a proud American and when I think about the amazing sacrifice that our military men and women make when they stand up and say "I will die to save your freedoms", when they make the commitment to leave their families behind just to ensure that the ide... Continue reading ...
So, I got this new cake pan a few weeks before Halloween. It was a 3D skull head and totally cool. I was excited because I really wanted to take something to the Halloween party we were going to.
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, November 3, 2010,
In :
Awards
Hell yeah, she is!
Even after my editing rant last week (yes, Scott, that can be considered a "rant"), it seems that I've been awarded one of those sweet little blog awards that float around the blogosphere. And, since this one is called "One Lovely Blog", I'll be on my best behavior here as I accept. Thanks to Mom-Stuff Community for thinkin' of me!
Rules schmules. Oh, okay, I'll follow the rules. Best behavior, right?
Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 1, 2010,
In :
Photography
Disclaimer: This may or may not be a picture overload post.
I hope everyone had an awesome time this weekend! Lots of parties and ghoulish fun, I suppose?
Ours rocked.
0007's brother throws a Halloween party every year and, I swear, every year it gets better. It's uber kid-friendly but, a blast for us adults as well. Our kids love it because, on top of the costumes and candy and junk food as far as the eye can see, they get to hang out with their cousins and their other friends. We love it be... Continue reading ...
So, I mentioned that last weekend I had a photo shoot at an engagement party for our photography business that 0007 and I have recently started, Bro's Grafix. It was really nice. Lots of people that I peripherally know through 0007 (his hometown peeps) and they were all fantastic. Gorgeous couple (seriously, their children will be beautiful!) and some adorable kids to snap pics of. Slightly challenging since the majority... Continue reading ...
Seriously? The weekend is over? Crap. This ride is too fast!
Once again, our weekend was a whirlwind and it's always over way too fast. (That's what she said.) I swear, the more I think I'm getting done, the more it seems there is to do.
Friday was a fun day of shopping out of town. TRex's Halloween costume was found so he's happy and it was super cheap to find the pieces we needed so I'm happy! We've got a big job to live up to how flippin' sah-weet his Halloween costume was last year. I hav... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, October 19, 2010,
In :
Photography
I had a photo shoot the other day with an adorable family. I so love outdoor shoots.
I've been playing with textures in my editing and I'm loving them. For me, photography is art. I love the editing process because it's such a big part of creating that art. The textures are so fun. I'm addicted. I love how they can be super subtle or a major part of the picture.
If you use textures in your editing, leave me a link so I can see!
I did a giveaway earlier this summer for a product called Flings Bins. We used these really cool pop up trashcans when we had my kids' birthday party and they are seriously awesome. They are trashcan shaped trashbags that pop open and stand up like a trashcan but, when they are full, they cinch together at the top like regular trashbags and you just throw the whole thing away. They have different designs on them and they even have one for recyclables and the bin itself is recyclable. Very coo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, October 6, 2010,
In :
DIY
Guess what!
I'm done with my kitchen makeover!
Oh sure, I still need to find a new lighting fixture, paint the ceiling fan, figure out what I'm doing with the sink and fridge...
but
for all intents and purposes, I'm finished!
I know you're all just foaming at the mouths to see this. Hang on just a sec.
First, I want to thank all the amazing companies that helped me out with this. Giani Granite, Ecos Paint, Plow & Hearth, Mythic Paint and Decal Delight have truly made this experience go smoother an... Continue reading ...
I'm a scavenger for sure. I don't mind cheap stuff and love me a good thrift store or garage sale but, there's just no beating free stuff!
I was on my way to a photo shoot yesterday and I passed a house that had obviously had a garage sale and was not wanting to keep any of the leftovers. It was all sitting out by the curb waiting for the garbage pickup. So, being the resourceful woman that I am, I snagged this little bookshelf.
Posted by Robin . on Friday, October 1, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
This morning, I was more of a teenager than a mom.
Yep, I overslept.
Woke up two minutes before I usually take TRex to school.
0007 is having an allergy attack so, he wasn't up getting ready for work. I got up, got TRex up and got us both ready in 20 minutes.
The crap thing is that every morning I get up and get dressed and do my makeup and get all the way ready just to go drop him off. I don't have to do any of that stuff on those mornings that I have time to do it. But, today I knew I would... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, September 30, 2010,
I couldn't tell if y'all have been wanting this kitchen reveal or not.
Ha!
Sarcasm overload.
Yeah. Yeah. I know y'all are chompin' at the bit for me to unveil all that has been going on over here. Any day now, peeps! Seriously, I'm ready to reveal! I'm waiting on that last sponsor's product to arrive and I'll be revealing it all! And, if you're good, there may be vlogging involved. Just sayin.
In the mean time, because the big reveal and giveaway may overshadow the smaller things, I wanted to s... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, September 24, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Update: I'm almost done with my home makeover!
Lemme explain.
The actual kitchen has been done for a few days. The thing is, one of the big parts of the renovation opened the room up a lot and made my kitchen, living room and dining room much more of one big room. I couldn't do the kitchen and stop there! The whole area had to be painted!
That's one reason it's taking so long.
Another reason is way more fun for you all. I'm working with one more sponsor for the giveaway part of the reveal. Woo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, September 17, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Ugh. 6:00 AM? I'm breaking up with early morning wakeups.
Well, we'll be on a "break" this weekend. Hopefully.
I'm seriously surprised I can even pound out a coherent sentence. Though, I'm sure I wouldn't be quite so tired if I got my procrastinating butt in bed before midnight every.single.night. Blah.
I am literally sore today from painting yesterday.
No. I am not a wuss.
I'm a hardcore painter.
I'm frantically trying to get my redo finished so that I can bring you all the most fantabulous g... Continue reading ...
Gah! I haven't posted since Tuesday?! Why doesn't someone come do all the crap I always have to get done so that I can sit around and come up with amazing blog posts? Sheesh.
It was a nice weekend.
I had a pretty big thing happen this weekend.
A realization, you could say.
And, I suppose I have a confession to make.
My name is Robin. And I'm a TwiHard.
I can still hear S.I.F. laughing a gloating type laugh.
Yes, I finished book 4 of Twilight this weekend. Started Friday. Finished Saturday. What c... Continue reading ...
"I think I’ll take a moment, celebrate my age The ending of an era and the turning of a page Now it’s time to focus in on where I go from here Lord have mercy on my next thirty years"
Yep, that's right. It's the big 3-0 over here.
Frack.
Three decades of happiness, sorrow, intense laughter, horrible heartache, glorious joy, terrible tragedy, the most amazing friendships, people I can turn to and lean on and cry with and laugh with and every little thing in between that makes me incredibly lucky... Continue reading ...
Seriously, it seems like just yesterday that my little boy was starting kindergarten. Yeah, it was only five days ago but, I can get nostalgic already.
What happened to all this time I thought I would have when he started school? I don't have any time! I had glorious visions of being able to play on the computer all day with no kids fighting around me and interrupting me every five seconds. I imagined all this extra time for Snapp... Continue reading ...
I really didn't think I was going to cry. I thought he was ready. He's been saying he's excited but, when he got up this morning it was a different story. He was tearing up all morning. It's really hard for us all. He's been very clingy for the last three years.
When he was about 2 1/2 I was working at a daycare. His class had just come in from the playground. I heard a girl from the inf... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Friday, August 20, 2010,
In :
Photography
Phew. This week kinda flew by, eh? Snappy's bday Monday was capped off with ice cream and grandparents (and a few gifts we had managed to hold on to). She had a great time. I don't think she was expecting the little celebration because we had already had the party. In true Snappy form, when she was handed the first present to open she said, "Wait. Get the camera." That should be written on our family crest.
Yesterday I had a photoshoot with the cutest little family. It was a blast. They own to... Continue reading ...
Oy vey. This week seemed to be going really slow and then all of a sudden it's frackin' Thursday night and I've got a shit ton of stuff to do and I'm running out of time.
We're going shopping tomorrow. Me and the heathens children. Keep me in your thoughts. We've got some school shopping to do. Yikes. It's only a week away and that is insane, yo! Six years in the making. Wow, how they've gone by. As Modest Mouse says, "The years go fast and the days go so slow." So very true. I cannot believe... Continue reading ...
Dude, I was aching for this week to hurry up and now it's Friday and I'm wondering where the week went. This Saturday is the big day. The TRex and Snappy Birthday Party Extravaganza. Well, maybe not "extravaganza". Definitely a shindig though. I think I've planned all I could possibly plan and have all my ducks, so to speak, in a row. Those bitches better stay lined up in that nice neat row though.
I am not in any way shape or form looking forward to the two cakes I'll be making. Those of you ... Continue reading ...
Just wanted to give y'all a heads up...the low down...the inside scoop...the skinny on a few things.
If you don't already know, I have a Giveaway Page where several new giveaways start each week. The contests are for items ranging from women's stuff to kid stuff to household stuff and tons of stuff in between.
In the coming weeks I'm going to be having some great giveaways for stuff I've deemed "Back to School" worthy. There's already a few running right now. So, while you are getting your but... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, August 2, 2010,
In :
Photography
Seriously.
Because we're about to go into picture overload.
Last weekend, 0007 and I both did some photo shooting at some birthday parties. Scott has been nagging me like a repressed housewife all week long to post these pics. So, here ya go.
First, some from the party 0007 did...
And, some from the party I did...
There you have it. If you've made it this far, your reward will be mailed to you in 4-6 weeks. If you want to check out more of our photography you can see it on the Bro's Grafix websi... Continue reading ...
Happy Friday! Head over to Mama M's blog, My Little Life, for more 5 Question Friday!
Yes, I vlogged it. Haven't done it in a while. Seriously, does the video have to find the most unflattering point to freeze at? Hurry and press play! I don't actually look like such a weirdo.
So glad the weekend is here. It looks to be a fun one with birthday parties to attend and 0007's first big photo shoot. The coming weeks are going to be cah-razy.
Both of my kids have birthdays (my babies will be 6 and 3!) and I've got a big party to plan for that and my baby TRex is turning into a school-attending big kid! Lots of changes in the near future and this momma is feeling a bit anxious about it. Maybe that's why I embraced the laziness this past week. Clinging to the non-scheduled... Continue reading ...
How's that title randomness? You like that, dontcha?
Pretty damn happy it's Friday. This week really felt like it was taking for-ev-ah.
So, what did I do and not do this week? Well, lemme tell ya.
I did a lot of wishin' and hopin' and hopin' and wishin' for my good friend over at Single, Infertile Female. Lots of positive energy goin' out her way as she rounds third base to slide into motherhood.
I did not get any tanning done. Boo. If anyone feels bad for me they can come mow my grass and spra... Continue reading ...
I don't really drink these days but, the screaming children and summertime thunderstorms just may drive me to it. I know some of you rascals out there are party people though. But, even if you are a non-alcoholic beverage such as myself, keep reading because there are some great recipes in here too.
So, because I like to pass along some great info to enable the drinking of others.
And because I like anything that salutes our awesome military personnel.
Wow. So, I didn't really realize that it was Friday until just a few minutes ago. This week went by supah fast!
First, I'd like to pat myself on the back because after totally losing my shit during the storms last week, I remained cool-calm-collected (or crazy-sexy-cool for you TLC fans) during the thunderstorms we had yesterday and last night. Yay me! Yes, I am congratulating myself on being "normal" and not freaking out when it's raining.
Wow. I haven't done a Wordless Wednesday post in a reallllly long time. I'm not sure I really can do something "wordless".
That's my dad, my kids and my nephew on Father's Day this year. They were all hanging in the hammock and I just love the series of pics I got. Seeing mine and 0007's parents glow in grandparent roles makes me so happy. My grandparents mean so much to me and I love seeing my kids gain those relationships with their grandparents.
I'm being such a procrastinating, lazy arse today. Seriously, I am forcing myself to do this post and cannot pressure myself enough to vlog it. My procrastination has compromised into the form of a written blog post.
Good news is that I didn't blow to Oz. The weather is still crummy and I'm still ever so slightly on edge but, the worst seems to have passed and I'm hoping that was the last hurricane in history. Don't burst my bubble. A girl can dream. I do have to say thank you to all my blogg... Continue reading ...
I'm exhausted. You know the feeling after a rush of adrenaline wears off? That's happened to me three times so far today.
Hurricane Alex is slamming the Mexico coast and will continue to head inward over the next few hours. While I feel awful for the people down there, here in the "Coastal Bend" (i.e. just inland of Corpus Christi) we're getting slammed with the righ-quadrant storm bands of this hurricane. That means lots of rain and possible tornadoes.
The weekend has been pretty nice so far. I haven't uploaded any pics yet though. Why? Because in just a few hours I am having my first ever meeting with another blogger! Consider it a warm up to the Texas Blog Party. Heehee.
So, it's Sunday. I haven't linked up with my pal Keely's meme in a while so, I figured I'd do it today. If you don't know Keely at MannLand5 or her Sunday meme Getting to Know You, um, what are you waiting for....go check her out, yo! Wait! Finish reading my blog and then... Continue reading ...
For the last two weeks, I've been doing some painting. I painted one of the bathrooms, walls and cabinets. Then I started painting the kitchen cabinets. I got almost done in the kitchen when, two nights ago, 0007 made us both realize that....I didn't prime them!
Fanfreakintastic.
I was bummed, to say the least. Two weeks and a gallon of paint down the crapper. I'm not so much upset that I have to paint again. I love paint... Continue reading ...
UPDATE: The technical difficulties have been resolved and the coupon code at the bottom of this post is now working! Sorry about that! Now, get to shopping!
A fashionista, I am not. I try but, I'm generally confined to my nice little comfortable box. Lately, I'm trying really hard to incorporate at least some items in my wardrobe that make me feel like I'm a little more fashion conscious.
So, I'm window shopping online the other day (one of my favorite pastimes) and I came across a site I had ... Continue reading ...
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titled: What Is That Smell? or My Son is a Nutso or A Glimpse at the Ridiculously Unglamorous Side of My Life
As a parent, one can often find oneself saying things and/or doing things that you would never have fathomed you'd ever do or say. It's impossible to grasp the severity of how gross things can get or how unbelievably insane a child can be at times.
It's not always a smooth ride, this parenting stuff.
Hola! It's Friday...again. Time for the Fridayinest meme in the blogosphere! Head over to Mama M's and succumb to the peer pressure. You know you wanna. Go ahead. Do it!
I used to think there was such a thing as the "perfect mom" or "perfect housewife" or the "perfect relationship". I had friends that I was convinced were just that.
Then I got to know them better and realized that those things really do not exist.
That mom I thought was perfect has plenty of meltdowns and had a biter for almost 2 years when her son was small.
The couple I thought was perfect, split up because of cheating.
The woman I thought kept the perfect house confessed she had a maid... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin . on Monday, June 14, 2010,
In :
Photography
Our weekend started with a visit from my nephew. My brother and sister-in-law went to see Iron Maiden on Friday night and we got to keep this super cutie...
The cutie went home and we all donned our swimsuits and headed to a birthday pool party. 0007's cousin's son turned one and the party was a blast.
TRex is really becoming quite the little fish.
It's a hard job to kick back by the pool but, somebody's gotta do it.
So, there was a thread started over in the BlogFrog community that I obsessively post in frequent getting us to post some pics of ourselves from a long time ago. Love the idea and the pics being posted are awesomely hilarious. Who doesn't love a good horrendous pic from decades ago?!
I was having such fun that I figured I'd share a few with y'all.
I don't have a scanner so, these look a little weird because I just took a picture of the picture.
Check out SupahMommy for more PINT and other cool schtuff.
Almost don't even wanna say that I'm glad it's over. It might still be lurking and waiting for me to let my guard down.
They obviously put out a mass douchebag call for this round of contestants. One should match up nicely with Ali's shallowness and annoyingly inappropriate laughter.
True story.
For realz. I'm getting damn excited about this. I'm stoked for the peeps who have put a firm yes down for the RSVP, hopeful for the maybe's and l... Continue reading ...
Disclaimer: I kinda just realized how long winded I was in this episode of 5QF Vlogginess. Um, my bad! Though, it does make it more like you are actually hangin' with me. I'm fairly long winded. So, booyah.
Music has had such a profound influence in my life. I love how I can hear a song and be transported to another time, be flooded with memories, almost be able to make out the smells of the memories. For someone with a memory as bad as mine, music that can trigger those things are pure gold. I'd love to sit down one day and make out a "Soundtrack of My Life". What fun that would be but, oh what an undertaking.
And so, because I like to reminisce, talk about music and challenge others....
No matter what one's political affiliation may be or what your personal stance is on the wars our country finds itself in, my wish is that all Americans, regardless of race, gender, religion can remember every single day that our freedom is not free. It comes with a price that not all of us must pay.
There are certain people that rise up and say, "I will pay this price for you. I will put my life on the line for you and for what is right." They do it so that we don't have to. They do it, not ... Continue reading ...
Ahhhhh, randomness. Embrace it. You know you love it.
Lolidots Law #11 - A child at rest will stay at rest until you get in the shower.
Or get on the phone.
Or apply the hair dye.
Why is it that when a neighbor is mowing their grass it is almost mandatory that you say "You can mow mine next!" and then the two of you laugh like it's the first time anyone's ever made that joke?
Why do you always feel like you forgot something until the day you did leave the iron on? Were you forgetting to leave it ... Continue reading ...
Man, the weekend went by so fast that it took Monday with it! There was much accomplished around here this weekend though and, once again, it was oh so very nice to have 0007 around all weekend! I could get used to this no overtime stuff.
So, Monday was sucked into the oblivion of the weekend but, it's Tuesday and I'm rarin' to go!
If you want to play along with Post It Note Tuesday, check out Supah Mommy's blog and link up, yo!
Posted by Robin . on Friday, May 21, 2010,
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Vlogs
Waddup peeps?!
Ready for Friday? Ready for the weekend?
I sure am! Now that 0007 is on overtime lockdown and I know he'll be home all weekend, I am jazzed for it to be Friday!
Let's get the party started with some 5QF for Mama M! Check out her blog for the skinny on how it works!
Oh, and don't forget, if you wanna join us for the Texas Blog Party, you are welcome and you can click HERE to check it out! It'll be off the hizz, fo sho! Ok, it'll be really cool and fun. You should come!
Posted by Robin . on Thursday, May 20, 2010,
In :
Recipes
I think that one of the best compliments when it comes to cooking is for people to be so full at the end of the meal that they just want to change into sweats and take a nap. If 0007 is so busy stuffing his face that he can't comment on the meal, I know I did good.
I've been asked to share some of my recipes. I can do that.
But, we'll need to start with a few disclaimers.
*I very rarely have good measurements for my recipes. "Shit load", "dash", "just a tad", "crap ton", are some of my measure... Continue reading ...
Rules? Yep, there are rules. Share 7 things and give it to 7 peeps.
Alrighty. Here we go.
1. When I was in fourth grade I was getting teased by a mean little snot who was calling me short all the time. I wasn't quite the quick wit back then that I am today. I turned to my daddy. In his infinite wisdom, he told me to tell the little d-bag that "I'd rather be short and smart than ta... Continue reading ...
I am so on the ball this week! Not only am I actually doing Post It Note Tuesday but, it's still friggin' Monday as I'm typing this! Whaaaaa? I didn't wait til the last minute? Whaaaa?
Wanna play? Head over to Supah Mommy and link up, yo!
Posted by Robin . on Sunday, May 16, 2010,
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Vlogs
Remember:
Head over to Keely's blog and play along with her Sunday Meme!
Head over to my Giveaway Page and enter the giveaways before the end!
The Alamo.
If you wanna meet me, Keely and some other ah-may-zing bloggy gals, head over to the Texas Blog Party page!
Now, get to know me, will ya?!
P.S. Someday I will a) get a new webcam or b) figure out how to make this one record and look better. I know how crappy these vlogs look. Thank you for your patience. Your call is important to us.
Posted by Robin . on Friday, May 14, 2010,
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Vlogs
Happy Friday to y'all!
I just realized, as I'm watching tv while posting this, that I feel smarter when I watch Jeopardy than I do when I watch Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader.
There's your random fact about me for the day.
And here's your vlog from me for the day!
Make sure you head over to Mama M's bliggity blog and check out 5 Question Friday every week!
My friend Janae has started a beautiful project, called In My Daughter's Eyes. As part of the project she has been asking women to write a letter to the 12 year old version of themselves. As soon as I saw it, I loved the idea. Oh, what I would tell that little girl! I've procrastinated and thought on this for a while and finally am joining in. I urge all my readers to join Janae and her beautiful project.
Dear Robin,
The next ten years of your life are going to go by fast and the ten after that... Continue reading ...
I know I don't get serious here very often. I've got some stuff I need to write about and if you'll bear with me, we'll get back to regularly scheduled light-heartedness soon!
Mother's Day is hard for me.
My biological mother is a homeless drug addict and I haven't talked to the "normal" her since Mother's Day 2007. It's so weird to just lay it out there like that. It makes it more surreal.
When I was a kid, I thought my mother was amazing. She was always the height of fashion, very hip, gave gr... Continue reading ...
My sweet friend, Mama M, is having a little shindig this week called Mother's Day Mania. For the rest of the week, over at My Little Life, it's all about Motherhood and celebrating the good, the bad and the sometimes ugly (you know, greasy hair, three day old mascara, undereye luggage and the rest of it!)
Today's theme is "Whoopsie Wednesday" where we...er...um...celebrate the "whoopsie" moments of Motherhood.
Ah, nothing like admitting that huge mistake to bring moms together! Really though,... Continue reading ...
I woke up and 0007 was still home, leading me to think that maybe he didn't have to go to work. As much as I knew he needed to work, being sick all week had worn me down and made me somewhat selfish and I wanted him home.
But, he did indeed have to go to work.
So, I got upset. He got upset back. We were both upset.
A few hours later I realized what day it was. "How terrible to fight with him on our anniversary and not even tell... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 30, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Hey y'all!
I feel a bit better today but, alas, there is no vlog here. I'm not feeling that much better! Maybe in a few days!
Let's all send a little "feel better" energy my way though because, man, we have got one busy weekend ahead of us. Keeping my fingers crossed that my week of SVU watchin', chaise loungin', gallons of water drinkin', trying to rest will pay off and I'll be tip top for the multitude of birthday parties ahead of us this weekend.
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, April 29, 2010,
In :
Awards
Yes, I'm still feeling a little crappy. I'm better but, not great. Thanks to all the well wishes!
The other day, I had quite a nice pick me up when Lori over at Lori's LOLz presented me with a really cool award.
Rules- 10 honest things about myself and give the award to 10 bloggers.
1. I'm addicted to Law and Order shows. SVU is my fave (partly because of Christopher Meloni). The truth is though, I have to limit my intake of these shows because they totally mess with my head. Seriously, I sta... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, April 25, 2010,
In :
Vlogs
I was looking back through some old posts and realized that I start almost every single post with "Hey y'all". I also realized that all of my vlogs start the same way.
But, I guess that's me. It's natural. So, I'll go with it.
Hey y'all!
Every Sunday, the super fly Keely over at MannLand5 hosts a kickin' meme called "Getting to Know You".
I mentioned to Keely that I might vlog it this weekend.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 23, 2010,
In :
Vlogs
Hey y'all!
Everyone excited about the weekend?
I'm really hoping that the weather this weekend is exactly like it is right now. Ohmygosh, it's gorgeous outside! I just love these pre-Summer Texas days! We are sooooo heading outside as soon as I post this!
If you don't know about 5 Question Friday, be sure to head over to Mama M's blog and play along! Wanna answer in the comments? Have at it! If you did a 5QF post, leave me the link! I love blog hopping!!
We really have about a week of "Spring" here before it starts turning into Summer. It's not that hot just yet and I'm totally loving it. Hot enough for shorts and tanks but, not so hot that your skin feels like it's melting...yet.
But, definitely hot enough to yell "Close that door!" anytime someone opens it.
Let me just say that I never knew people could be so inept at closing doors. It's like every s... Continue reading ...
As predicted, the rain has washed up my weekend. (haha, isn't that punny?)
Never fear though. I got some cleaning done and when I needed something to keep me from cleaning, I got some sewing done! Snappy now has three new dresses hanging in her closet! >wish I did<
She's ecstatic. I just adore my girly girl! I do this all the time. I take shirts that might be getting a little short or worn and just add the fabric to the bottom to make a dress. She loves dresses! I really like using ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 16, 2010,
In :
Blog Hops
The streamers are falling down.
The chip bowls are empty.
Someone used all the toilet paper.
We're out of ice.
It was a great party though!
Thanks to 5 Minutes for Mom! The were the ultimate hostesses for the Ultimate Blog Party! I had a blast browsing through new blogs and making some new bloggy friends!
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 16, 2010,
In :
Vlogs
Happy Friday!
I have lackluster plans for the weekend ahead but, the night is still young and I could easily overcome my procrastination and make a nice little list of things I won't get done! We shall see!
How about a little 5 Question Friday action?
I'm all over it.
If you stopped by from the Ultimate Blog Party, welcome! My Blog Party post is HERE.
If you're here for the 5 Minutes For Mom Ultimate Blog Party, welcome! My party post is HERE.
You know, when Friends and Seinfeld days ended, I wasn't sure there would ever be shows that were that funny. Does anyone watch Modern Family or Cougar Town? I seriously laugh out loud every single time we watch those shows! True story.
Renting from Blockbuster this past weekend was a huge lapse in rational thinking. True story.
My sunburn from all the outdoor painting last weekend is starting to peel.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, April 14, 2010,
Well, as usual, I'm a day late and a dollar short but, I'm finally getting around to joining the huge Blog Party over at Five Minutes for Mom!
If you've stumbled on this post from the 5 Minutes for Mom site, Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! If you're here because you're a regular reader, Woot! I'm glad you're back!
I'm excited to start browsing through the gazillion posts over at the Ultimate Blog Party and meet some new bloggers!
First, let me introduce myself...(and now the Humpty Dance so... Continue reading ...
I spent the entire afternoon on Saturday painting in my backyard.
Listening to some great music. (Seether, Eric Hutchinson, Everclear, Jimmy Buffett and Train - thanks to all who introduced me to the song Hey, Soul Sister!)
I painted some of the living room furniture, picture frames and a few decor items. I'm in love with the results! I have a couple more accent pillows I'm in the middle of making and I'll post pics soon. Since I was stum... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 9, 2010,
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Vlogs
Happy Friday!!
First, I want to say THANK YOU to all the awesome peeps who are offering me some much needed advice for my kitchen redo! I'm getting more excited now that I'm hearing some great ideas!
Second, listen up...in case you didn't know, I have a page of this blog where I host a ton of super amazing giveaways of some really awesome products! There are currently three different giveaways running. Do you see that little link at the top of this page? The one that says "Current Giveaways"?... Continue reading ...
I totally agreed with that one. I was happy I secured it with thumbtacks to see what it would look like instead of going all out.
I rearranged some dishes and left the doors off the upper cabinets. I'm left with this...
I like it. It needs paint.
So, one of my conundrums with all this is that my kitchen/dining room/living room are all open. No walls separating the three. To me, it seems like all three rooms must be the same (or at least coordinating) decor. It just seems lik... Continue reading ...
I was going to vlog my Lost post for the day. I really was. Yet, there's no vlog attaching going on here.
I was feeling in a rut today. Feeling unproductive. Unmotivated. Unable to be either.
So, I started out with Thrifty Decor Chick and then went to clicking on the blogs that had linked up to one of her things. I perused tons of blogs where people are doing all sorts of awesome redo's in their homes and it totally inspired me. Well, inspired and depresse... Continue reading ...
Despite Snappy's allergies totally kicking her butt this weekend, spirits were high as the kiddos got their egg huntin' on. She is still a little cruddy but, totally on the mend!
I'm hours away from the newest Lost episode and totally stoked about that! So, let's kick off this Tuesdayness with Supah Mommy's Post It Note Tuesday!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, April 5, 2010,
In :
Interviews
You know, I spend a lot of time wondering ways that I can go "green", wondering if I'm "green enough" and if the products that I use for my family (from toys and clothes to food and cleaning supplies) are more harmful than helpful. It's important to me to teach my kids by showing them and I truly feel they can gain a sense of caring about our earth and the products that we use if they simply see me caring and hear me talking about those things.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, April 2, 2010,
In :
Vlogs
Alright. I finally got this done!
I refused to be beaten by technology.
I won.
Technology schmechnology.
If you wanna play along with Mama. M's Five Question Friday, head over to her blog and link up. Be sure to hop around and check out the other bloggers while you are there!
So, here ya go!
So, after that first one, I felt this needed to be added.
Then, she wanted to do another. Last one today, promise!
Last night was a good episode but, didn't really make me jump up and down or anything.
------------> Step it up, Lost writers.
And, I got almost no sleep last night.
I was tiiiii-rrrred today.
--------------> Insert whining here.
I watched one of 0007's nieces this morning.
--------------> Yeah, I'm sick of saying "hubby" or "hubs". From hence forward, let it be known that my husband's blog nickname ... Continue reading ...
This is my first time in a looooong time doing Getting to Know You with Keely over at MannLand 5. Today's questions are all from a male blogger so, should be fun!
If you want to play along, head over to Keely's blog!
Today's questions... 1 - Why did you start blogging? 2 - Who's the one blog friend that you would want to meet most in "real life"? 3 - Why are you always concerned with losing that "extra 10 pounds" when chances are your husband/boyfriend/friends tell you that you look just fine the ... Continue reading ...
So, I saw this little game on another blog and loved it and decided to scoop it up!
The rules are simple.
Answer the following questions but, write them down. Snap a pic and post it!
1. Name/ Blog Name 2. Right handed, left handed or both 3. Favorite letters to write 4. Least favorite letters to write 5. Write: The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. 6. Write in caps: CRAB HUMOR KALEIDOSCOPE PAJAMAS GAZILLION 7. Favorite song lyrics 8. Tag people 9. Any special note or drawing
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, March 24, 2010,
Ah, this episode of Lost was a doozie and I'm still reeling from it BUT, I'm preempting Lostapalooza this week. No worries, Losties. Head over to THIS THREAD in S.I.F's Blog Frog forum and join our giddy talk about it!
In lieu of Lostapalooza, I thought I'd give you a little TRex action.
I wanted to remind everyone that the Texas Blog Party get together is set for July 10th and is open to everyone who wants to attend! If you'd like info or to be put on the email list, please email me at robin@lolidots.com as soon as you can so I can get the info together. Hope to see you there!
Wanna play along with Post It Note Tuesday? Check out Supah Mommy and create your own stickies!
I'm watching my nephew this weekend and he is so frickin' frackin' stinkin' cute and sweet and chilled out. He reminds me of baby Trex. Just laid back and awesome at independent play. Doesn't get worked up and loves watching the other kiddos.
We hit the outdoors on Friday afternoon.
And I got a little snap happy.
Trex had some fun in the hammock.
Sshhhhhh...she's pretending to be asleep.
The wind was a little cool and the clouds were plentiful. ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, March 18, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Friday already? This week flew by.
I'm stoked it's Friday. I'm watching my nephew this weekend and he's insanely adorable and just the coolest baby! Beware: Pics will likely flow like wine in the coming days!
Before I get to the Mama M-ness of the day, I want to let you all know that I'm organizing a TEXAS BLOG PARTY to be held in south Texas (likely Victoria, possibly Corpus Christi - depending on number of attendees and venue options) on JULY 10TH.
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, March 17, 2010,
In :
Lost
I realize that not all my readers are Lost freaks the way some of us are.
I'm not judging you no-Lost watching peeps. I got nothin' but love for ya!
So, before I get to the Lostapalooza-ness of the day...
I spent my Tuesday proofing out pics that hubby took at the baptism we attended this past weekend. He got some really amazing shots and that always makes proofing them out all the more fun.
I was so happy with how they turned out, I wanted to share a few. (Yes, Sam, then I'll do my Lost stuff!... Continue reading ...
Tuesday! I'm thoroughly excited because Lost previews indicate that I have a date with Sawyer tonight. He's missed our last two dates and I'm stoked to see what he's been brooding about for the last two weeks. Be sure to be here tomorrow for Lostapalooza!
And now,
like sands through the hourglass of time...
these are...
Post It Notes.
Ok, it doesn't quite have the same ring but, you can check out Supah Mommy and play along if you want.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, March 12, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Friday, she is upon us. This weekend looks to be a pretty darn good one. I've spent the week painting picture frames, lamps and other things and now I'm all geared up to see what else I can redo for free this weekend! We've got some fun family stuff to do (albeit, way too early for me on Saturday morning) and the weather is going to be sah-weet all weekend! (except I've now jinxed it) I've got so much that I hope to get done this weekend, I'm placing bets on not getting any of it done! Alrigh...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, March 10, 2010,
In :
Lost
Okay, kids. You ready for the new Lostapalooza?
It was one heck of an episode! I'm super impressed with the writers for not lagging so far this season. One good show after another. Kudos!
If you want to play along, join in the comment section (click the title of the post and scroll to the bottom). If you've got your own blog post, link it up!
I loved this episode. I've said before that I've always liked Ben. I know, I know. It's just such a great character though. The turmoil, the choices... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, March 6, 2010,
In :
Reviews
She picks up the never ending to do list. Tiptoeing through the house before her family wakes, she pulls a sippy cup from one bed and quietly photographs one of the sleeping children. After a whirlwind of breakfast and dressing (neither of which she gets to do for herself), an embarrassment at the hands of the got-it-all-together mom and sending the family off to their day, she sits down with a few minutes to blog.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, March 5, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
You know, if it wasn't for Mama M., I wouldn't have blogged as much this week. She's been my own personal blogging cattle prod for the past few days! Ah, Mama M. This procrastinating, blank-mind-momma thanks you very much! Isn't it funny how my procrastinating tool (blogging) has suddenly become something that I procrastinate?!
Alright, I guess Mama M. could sense that I was planning on procrastinating blogging until Friday. She tagged me in a little blog game! Alri-ight, I'll blo-og<that's my whiny voice>
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, March 3, 2010,
In :
Lost
Hiya! If you're new to Lostapalooza, welcome! Feel free to jump in the comment conversations and link up your own post. If you link up, grab the Lostapalooza button and link it back here or just grab the html. Now, on with the show!
Well, the new episode certainly did not disappoint! I was worried after th... Continue reading ...
She did. My stepmom raised us in a home where we always had a wonderful dinner every night, usually around the same time every day.
Not that she ever really sat me down to say "this is how you cook" but, watching someone come up with different recipes (that she always called concoctions) and eating the yummy food every night really helped me to learn peripherally.
Even the nights that she really took the night off from cook... Continue reading ...
There were a couple of tigers at the zoo we visited this weekend!
So, how about...
Tigers and Foxes and Otters! Oh my!
On Saturday we decided to take an impromptu trip to my hometown. It's an hour away from where we live now and it's got a cute little zoo that I used to love when I was a kid. It's nice and small. Small enough to do the whole thing in 30 minutes if you want to. They've got some great exhibits and overall The Texas Zoo in Victor... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, February 26, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Hey peeps, head over to my Giveaway page because I'd hate for you to miss the opportunity to win something from DownEast Basics or Bee Well Wishes! Seriously, DownEast Basics is one of my favorite women's clothing stores evah!
Ready for Friday? Well, sure! I'm ready because it means I'm one day closer to the next epi of Lost and even closer to the season finale of The Idiot Bachelor! And, it means it's time for Mama M.'s Five Question Friday!
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, February 24, 2010,
In :
Lost
Are you a Lostie? Do you have a post on your blog dedicated to the bestest show evah? Well, link it up and join us in Lostapalooza! Remember to link back here somewhere in your post. And, if you want, grab the Lostapalooza button!
So, I know I wasn't the only one who gasped and uttered WTF? at the end of last night's episode. Claire? And Esau? Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaa?
Good boy, Jin. Play it close to the vest, buddy.
Really, I've got to keep my notebook in my lap from now on so that I can take notes be... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, February 22, 2010,
ACCESS DENIED
That's what my brain is telling me this morning as I try to search for an idea for a blog post.
Where did I put that Creative Juice?
Thought it was behind the milk.
I suppose I'm a little distracted today. I'll maybe be blogging about that distraction soon.
As a writer, there've been plenty of times of "denied access" in my life. When I was younger, I'd turn to other writers and the way they always said it better. Turn to them for inspiration. For escape. For comfort in the thought ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, February 19, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Friday already? Woohoo! Normally, Friday doesn't mean much. I'm a SAHM so, my days are pretty much all the same. Hubby works on most Saturdays so, Friday is just another day. But, he informed me yesterday that he isn't working this weekend so....Woohoo Friday!
It's been a good week. Got a lot of work done this week. For the most part, the weather was great and the kids were able to play outside every day. The other day when I thought the washer broke, it decided to prove me wrong when I went ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, February 17, 2010,
In :
Lost
Sorry about the delay, folks! Feeling a bit under the weather today.
If you want to play along, please do! Grab the button image, link it back here, make your blog post and link up! If you don't have a blog, no worries! Play along in the comments!
Well, last night's episode was pretty good. I'm getting frustrated at the promise of answered questions because it seems that answered questions only lead to more questions! I certainly still have more questions after last night's episode.
One of my favorite "make-you-pee-yourself" bloggers does this every Tuesday. I've been telling myself I'm going to play along but, always procrastinate forget. Well, not today!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, February 15, 2010,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Head over to her blog and see what everyone else has NOT been up to.
It did not go from literally freezing temps to tank top weather and back to freezing all in the span of the last 7 days. That would never happen south Texas! I'm so over the cold weather. I loved when it got cold. Love wearing my cute winter clothes. Love wearing jackets and curling up with comfy blankets. But, after the warmth of yesterday, I'm over it. I certainly didn't buy three ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, February 13, 2010,
Something that my hubby says to me sometimes has been rolling around in my head for a few days now.
"Today is the first time you've done today."
I've been thinking about it a lot lately. Online discussions about one thing or another and things that have happened lately in real life (I hate that term. It makes everything online out to be fake.) all have me thinking a lot about perceptions, judgments and expectations.
I think that all three of those things are perfectly normal. Even judgment. Try... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, February 12, 2010,
Hey y'all! It's Friday again!
Before we start the meme, I want to tell you/remind you that through the rest of the weekend there is a giveaway going on over at Belli's Place. If you've never checked out Amanda's blog, you've got to right now! She's an amazing woman with a gorgeous little girl and the blog is the journey they are on living with Larsen's Syndrome. The blog is uplifting and Belli's smiling face is always heartwarming. Amanda is running a giveaway to benefit The Bell Center, whic... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, February 10, 2010,
In :
Lost
Welcome to Lostapalooza! Feel free to copy the button, link back here, have fun in the comment section, link up your blog post and dive in head first to all that is Lost!
**I know that some readers may not have watched the most recent episode yet. I really want everyone to enjoy this meme and join in the fun. For the sake of our overseas Losties and others that may not have been able to watch yet, I'm not going to post any kind of spoilers here in the blog post. We'll discuss the current episo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, February 8, 2010,
In :
Not Me Monday
First, let me remind everyone that there are some great giveaways that are ending today on the Giveaway Page of the Lolidots blog so, click over and check them out! There are also three new ones starting later today!
On to the Monday festivities...
Not Me Monday was started by MckMama. Are you feeling guilty for some of the insane and inevitable things that happen in our lives? Head over to her blog and join in the fun blog hop and see what everyone else has NOT been up to!
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, February 5, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Alright, it's Friday!
First, be sure to check out the Mom-Stuff Community Blog. They featured Lolidots all week and I can't thank them enough for all their kind words about me and my bliggity-blog!
Now, on to Mama M. and her rockin' Friday meme! Head over to My Little Life and play along because it's time for 5 Question Friday!
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, February 4, 2010,
Alright, it's been a whacked out day. I meant to do this award post earlier today but, life got in the way. It's Livestock Show time around here. I'm not sure if this is a southern thing or a Texas thing but, it consists of kids showing livestock and people buying them. That's the basic gist of it. Not super exciting but, we've got nieces and nephews showing animals, aunts and uncles who are a big part of it and our kids love to go watch. So, hubby took a half day and was on his way to the sh... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, February 3, 2010,
In :
Lost
Phew!
Big sighs in the house last night.
Sighs of relief. I was convinced that the power would go out, the tv would go out, something would interrupt the night of tv that I had waited for so long to watch.
Sighs of brief understanding.
Sighs of frustration and total incomprehension as the new season of Lost got underway and showed viewers that we know nothing!
I'm not sure where to even begin. I'll premise this by saying that I have no clue what will happen. I may make some guesses and pose some ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, February 2, 2010,
**First, let me say that if you don't understand the title of this post then I demand you go out and rent (or totally just buy) The Princess Bride.
I was going to do another post about Lost, what with it being D-Day and all. Then I thought about my dear readers who maybe are not counting down the actual minutes to the show tonight. With that and the thought of all the Lost posts that will inevitably appear once the show starts, I got the ol' noodle crankin' and am going to take a crack at som... Continue reading ...
Monday again? Seems like we just had one of these last week.
So, I am not being showcased today on the blog of the Mom-Stuff Community.
How crazy is that?
No. I mean it.
Are they crazy?
Really though. I'm super flattered. The Mom-Stuff community is really cool and has tons of great (and free- my favorite price) resources for moms. The blog feature about me is here. They'll be doing differe... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, January 30, 2010,
Well, it's almost here...
I'm having trouble breathing...
be still my beating heart...
In just a few short days, the new (and final) season of Lost will premiere.
You
know, I've made fun of my lovely father for a great many years because
he is undoubtedly a "Trekkie". It seems that it's time for me to pay my
dues because I must stand up and say...
Hello, My name is Robin
and I'm a Lost-ie.
Now,
I'm not really dissecting each and every episode, reference and nuance.
However, I'm fairly certain that ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, January 26, 2010,
...as in, I don't have anything "prepared". Not as in, I don't have anything to say. Because, hell, that'll never happen! Ha!
I suppose I should start with "I'd like to thank the Academy..."
Oh wait, that's a different award.
How about...
Wow!
Thanks!
I can't believe it!
One of my new bloggy friends, Samantha over at Our Family Journal, for some reason thinks I deserve this cool blog award! (You like that modesty?) Really though, I'm flattered. And excited. And happy that I get to bestow it on some... Continue reading ...
Music has always had such a strong influence on my life. There are songs that take me to a time in my life and can remind me of the immense happiness or the unbelievable sadness of that time. When I think back on my high school days, one band that was always in constant rotation in my playlists, was there with me through good and bad times, always made me sing at the top of my lungs and still makes me happy is the band Everclear. I love every one of their albums. Hubby and I still rock their ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, January 20, 2010,
In :
Favorite Things
In the spirit of "getting to know me", I'm going to do a few posts with some of my favorite things. So, without further adieu (and because I am too tired to even pretend to be witty), here we go.
Fave pic of TRex and Snappy. I love this pic. Hubby took it. He is sweet enough to let me sleep in sometimes and get up with the kids on Sunday morning and do breakfast. If it's nice out they love to have breakfast "al fresco". This pic makes me smile because a)I was still asleep during this moment b)... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, January 19, 2010,
So, this lovely little chickie in the Blog Frog community that I frequent started a thread about tattoos and if we have them and what they mean to us. I was going to respond to SIF's thread but, realized that I love my tattoos and their stories enough to do a whole post about it! Check out her blog and the Blog Frog thread!
My first tattoo was when I was 18. My crazy roommate and I decided on a whim one night that we wanted to go get tattoos. We wanted matching tattoos. I knew I wanted a frog ... Continue reading ...
Well, we had a nice little Sunday. The sky was clear. The wind was calmer. The temps were warmer. It felt like a normal Texas winter! The kids got some much needed outdoor play and sun. Hubby got some much needed downtime from work. I got some time with a friend and then got to come home and snap pics of all this craziness and fun. It was a nice day!
I think this may be one of my fave pics of TRex evah!
Keely over at MannLand5 has a Sunday Blog Hop called "Getting To Know You" and I'm finally joining in! Head over to her blog and play along!
Today's questions are...
1. Hair color...Au naturale...or not? Not. Not since 1992. I've been most colors. Even had a crazy time when I dyed it black. Mostly it's some shade of red. These days it doesn't get dyed often so it's a wonderful mix of years of different colors and some of my natural mousey color coming in. Oh, and don't forget the gray/white peek... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, January 16, 2010,
Because I need to laugh...
Because this shit is funny...
Because Louis C.K. rocks...
Because it's true...
(disclaimer: If you can't handle cussing and laughing about the things parents think, don't watch this. But, if you like "funny because it's true" comedy, put on a diaper because this will make you pee yourself.)
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, January 15, 2010,
In :
5 Question Friday
Well, I was going to procrastinate today's 5QF but, since Mama M. used one of my question suggestions, I guess I'll do this post when it's actually still Friday!
If you want to participate in 5 Question Friday, head over to My Little Life and link up with Mama M.!
Today's Questions:
1. Worst trouble you ever got into as a teenager? Ok, what was I thinking when I suggested this question? Not like I can plead the 5th now! Hmmmm. Oh, I've got one. When I was 16, three friends and I signed up to go ... Continue reading ...
Hubby said it to me yesterday evening and my heart sank. My mind started racing with what the news could be.
His eyes got a little red and he choked out the news about our dog, Max.
Max was a Christmas present for TRex from hubby's parents two Christmases ago. TRex named him. TRex loved him. TRex called him "my buddy Max". Hubby cared for him though. Hubby loved that dog. Snappy dragged him ar... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, January 12, 2010,
I snapped a few pics on New Years Eve and finally uploaded them to the computer. I'm a little disappointed in myself. I really could have procrastinated it until at least February. It's not like me to be so on top of things as to get NYE pics up by the middle of January!
I'm not very good when it comes to taking pics in the dark, especially with no flash. But, I had to document the awesome time that the kids had. I was super shocked that they both enjoyed it so much. Snappy, the little girl wh... Continue reading ...
Wow, two Fridays in a row? I've broken my own personal best for remember a meme other than Not Me Monday!
Sooooo, head over to Mama M.'s blog and see what this 5QF is all about and join in the fun!
Today's questions....
1. What's your "comfort food"? I don't know that I have just one. Probably chips and dip. I actually had to quit buying tortilla chips. I'd go through a bag in two or three days just snacking. Best dip? Cream cheese and salsa with a little taco seasoning. Yum-o!
I will say that at a certain point in my early twenties, before
children and my lovely hubby, before responsibilities,
before diaper changes and car seats, before hairbows and superheroes, before minivans and baby bottles, before caring about anything other than myself...
I probably would have l-o-v-e-d to be on The Real World. Or The Hills. I woulda torn those shows up, sister! I mean, the drama I could have caused woul... Continue reading ...
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
While cleaning a friend's house last week someone was attacked by a cat. A super sweet, cat loving, good friend was attacked by a demon cat. While minding her own business, putting Christmas present sheets on her friend's bed, this dear girl was attacked by an old-aged watchdog cat.
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, January 2, 2010,
It took me a minute to realize that all these posts I was seeing weren't from last week. Today really is Friday. Well, for a few more hours at least. This is my first time to do 5QF with Mama M. and I'm stoked. I've been wanting to participate for a while so, here we go!
Rules
for 5QF: Copy and paste the following questions to your blog, answer
them, grab the MckLinky code (if you'd like...), then link up! I'd totally love it if you'd link back to me, Mama M.!!
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, December 31, 2009,
**Of course "resolutioning" is a word. My spell checker just doesn't know what it's talking about. It's a word. I made it up just now.
I don't like making New Year's Resolutions. I don't think I've ever made a serious one and attempted in the slightest to keep it. I'm a procrastinator and would way rather not set myself up for that kind of failure!
But...
After some dragging of my feet and rolling of my eyes...
I guess I'll turn my gaze inward and see if I can find anything that needs work or ch... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, December 29, 2009,
Today has been a little abnormal for us. Hubby is home today while we wait for a plumber that has neither called nor shown up like he was supposed to over three hours ago.
So, we've had a day filled with pajamas, movies, tacos from the awesome place across the street, game playing, silliness and tons of extra "Daddy Time"!
Guess what! The plumber arrived when I was finishing this post. Hopefully I'll have good news about our bathrooms very soon!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, December 28, 2009,
Well, we survived our Christmases. Yes, we had 6. Yes, it was a blast. Yes, we are exhausted!
Christmas Eve took us to my grandparents' house during the early afternoon. Stuffed and laden with presents, we left there to make a quick change of clothing at our house and then head to hubby's parents' house.
Once the kids had ripped into their scooters and other toys, we were off to hubby's big family Christmas. The food at that one is unbelievable. Seriously, the family is big but, there is alwa... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 23, 2009,
I hope everyone has an amazing Christmas! I'm gearing up for a day of reluctant cooking and baking while I'm nursing this dang cold. I'm hoping I'll wake up and feel miraculously better! We've got 3 days filled with 6 Christmases so I'm excited and already tired. With fun times for the holidays and big plans on the home front, I'm stoked for the coming weeks.
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, December 21, 2009,
Totally doing my Not Me Monday post on Sunday night! Once it's Monday, head over to MckMama's blog and see what everyone else is NOT up to.
I did not drop a container of laundry detergent on my foot at the grocery store. Said box did not land with it's corner in the skinniest and most sensitive part of my foot. I did not almost cry at the checkout. I did not have to hobble around and wonder if it was broken for the entire day and night. (feeling better now!)
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, December 19, 2009,
I found a new blog the other day (and then found his wife's blog so I'm doubly happy) and am jumping on the bandwagon of a new meme(if that's the right word). Feel free to join me, head over to This Daddy's Blog and check it out, leave me a comment with a link to
your post or, if you don't have a blog, leave me a comment with your
Final Thoughts!
Friday's Final Thoughts: Of
all the places the laundry detergent could have landed, why the corner
of it on the top of the most sensitive part o... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, December 16, 2009,
I posted this in a thread over at Blog Frog and after I got going I realized I had so much to say that I wanted to share it here as well! Wordy? Who me? Never!
Jessica wanted to know how to handle conflicting beliefs in the family. Not just religious beliefs but, thoughts on Santa and other things as well. Here are my thoughts...
I think that while Christmas is technically
a Christian holiday, it is and has become more of an American holiday.
Meaning, I know plenty of people that aren't religio... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, December 14, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
Whew! I haven't done a Not Me Monday post in a while. You can check out other bloggers and what they have NOT been doing in the MckLinky on MckMama's blog.
I did not miss the concert I have been planning on going to since the first time I saw the commercial months ago. It's not like it was a Daughtry concert. Not like the opening band was one of my favorite bands. Not like it was something I've been looking forward to for months! I certainly did not cry every time hubby and mother-in-law texte... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, December 13, 2009,
Some of my favorite bloggers have teamed up with HP and Blogher (gotta get on board with that!) and are giving away a new HP TouchSmart computer! Oh my gosh, I want one of those so bad! Seriously, the state of both of our computers is waning. Between my business, obsession with blogging and reading them, TRex's need for playing on PBS.com and my need for Netflix on my computer locked by myself in my office from time to time...well, a new computer would be amazing!
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, December 11, 2009,
I am finding it hard to believe that Christmas is less than two weeks away. It really has snuck up on me this year! One thing that is getting me in the spirit of the season is the giveaway going on over on my Giveaway Page. Seriously, this one is a doozie. I mean, wowee! The prize pack being given away is worth over $400! Head over and check it out. Winning would really brighten your season!
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, November 29, 2009,
We had a wonderful holiday week and weekend. Thanksgiving was filled with family and food and both were rather enjoyable. We're lucky that our families live within an hour of each other and stagger the meals. My family does lunch and hubby's family does dinner so it works out wonderfully for us! Of course I forgot my camera. You know what? I didn't even mind that much. Sometimes it sure is nice to just enjoy the day. And we did just that. My mom took this quick pic of Snappy and me and I looo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, November 25, 2009,
I lived in fear for over 15 years of my life. It wasn't abuse or even a
tangible object that held me captive. I struggled with anxiety and
panic disorder for over a decade and it ruled my life.
I
remember my first panic attack. I was 7. At that age it's not likely
you know what's going on and it's impossible to explain it. I remember
trying desperately to tell my confused father what I was experiencing.
I would feel that frustration for a very long time.
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 23, 2009,
I'm thankful for so many things in my life. With Thanksgiving this week and with my unbelievable love of lists, I figured I'd share a few.
I'm thankful for my husband. He is my rock. He is my soul mate. He has taught me to be thankful for everything, even in the bad times because the bad times will always turn good again. I love this man.
I'm thankful for my children. Snappy's sweet face and snuggles.
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, November 21, 2009,
In :
Giveaway Teaser
About a week ago we had an amazing giveaway from Crabtree Handbags on the Giveaway Page of Lolidots. It was super successful and I know how many of you are in love with their handbags and purses. I adore Crabtree, their styles and their unbelievably affordable prices.
In December, Crabtree Handbags will be furthering their debut in America with an awesome event in Las Vegas. They will unveil their rockin' fall line to an exclusive group of media and PR peeps. The Vegas event will be a huge ni... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, November 19, 2009,
A recent thread on Blog Frog got me thinking about destiny, serendipity and pain in the butt moments in time. I've thought about this a lot in my life. Is there desitny? Is there fate? Do things happen for a reason or is it all just random coincidence? After years of life and pondering, I truly think that everything happens for a reason.
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 16, 2009,
We had such a good time this weekend!
Saturday night hubby and I got to go out on date night. It's been so long that we'd seriously forgotten what it was like to go somewhere without the kids! We went to see a fantastic play that my dad was starring in and had such a good time. The play was wonderful and it was so nice to do grown up things and see my brother and sister in law. The kids had a blast in our absence. Hubby's cousin's wife (and my good friend) came over and stayed with them while ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, November 11, 2009,
In :
Quitting Smoking
So, I think today might be the last day of smoking for hubby and me. I'm not doing any fruity backflips over this. I've been smoking for almost 15 years. I know. That is really terrible. The only times I have stopped were when I was healing after appendicitis and during my two pregnancies. I honestly don't think it's the nicotine that I crave so much as the habit and going through the motions of smoking at certain times. It's a very normal thing in my life. I'm not thrilled to give it up. Yes... Continue reading ...
Just lay down right where you are currently standing and be asleep in three seconds...
Say to yourself "I know I'm in the middle of eating but, gosh I'm tired" and fall asleep midthought...
"This volleyball game is boring. I think I'll lay across someone's lap and go to sleep."
Yeah, that'd be nice. Why is it though that when it is bedtime and they are put into their beds that are actually made and designed for sleeping, suddenly they aren... Continue reading ...
TRex cracks me up. He's been playing with clay lately. He makes things out of it. He covers his "guys" with it. He is inventive and hilarious.
We watched the Monsters vs. Aliens halloween special on tv a few nights before Halloween. If you saw it then you know it was full of funny "alien" pumpkins. TRex made some of his own.
Apparently, there was a bad guy in our living room who did this to Batman and Spiderman. No worries. They foiled his plan eventually.
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, November 4, 2009,
I have never entered my kids into a contest for their cuteness or anything like that. I think they are great and I'm always super jealous of the people who win but, I've never actually entered one. I'd hate for my unluckiness to rub off on my kids!
BUT, the costume that TRex wore this year for Halloween and this subsequent pic was just way too good to pass up the opportunity to enter him in the first contest that came along. I actually said to hubby "Man, he could have totally won a costume c... Continue reading ...
We had such a good time on Halloween! My brother-in-law had a party at his house where adults and kids alike all had a wonderful time. His wife is such a good hostess and always blows us away with all her homemade goodies. Seriously, I can't believe I forgot to take pics of the desert table. It was quite a spread. Cookies, mini cakes, candied apples, personal pumpkin pie bites. That last one was my undoing. I could have made myself sick off those. I will be getting the recipe and posting befo... Continue reading ...
T-minus 2 days (or one day depending on if you count the actual day. I never know how you do that.) until the Trick or Treating Extravaganza! We actually have pretty great plans this year to trick or treat with all the nieces and friends and then have a fun party at my brother-in-law's house. We did it last year but, the night was cut short since it was a weekday. This year promises to be fun!
The kids' costumes are pretty much set. TRex is going as Logan from XMen and hubby is anxiously conte... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, October 28, 2009,
One of my favorite things about our house, aside from the...
hooligans in the kitchen...
and the silliness in the bathtub...
and the kids sleeping in random places at any given time...
is all of our pictures I have all over the place.
I walk around the house and look at them all and remember what was going on when they were taken and cherish each memory. Some are really old and some are more recent. (It's been a while since I rotated so mostly they are getting old!) This wall in the dining room i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, October 27, 2009,
In :
Tuesday's List
I've found the blogger that has turned an obsession I love into a wonderful blog carnival! Love From Texas is a super cute blog that I recently found and became instantly addicted to. My closest friends know how insane I am when it comes to making lists. Well, Jessica, the sweet writer of Love From Texas, apparently shares my list insanity! Today is my first time joining in her Tuesday List fun and I'm so excited!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, October 26, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Check out her blog to see what she and everyone else has NOT been up to.
Snappy and I were not sick all week. Poor Snappy. Poor Mommy. Though, Superman and Superboy (aka, hubby and TRex) seemed immune. Snappy and I are both doing better, she more than me. I'm being a trooper though. No worries people...no oinking around here. Just sinus problems and earaches!
Earlier in the week, after Snappy was done playing with dishes in the bottom cabinets of the ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, October 23, 2009,
In :
Rant
So, I ran across a blog today with a post about the Baby Einstein dvd's. This blogger wrote about the AAP recommending zero tv time for kids under 2 and the fact that all people who bought Baby Einstein dvd's in the last five years will be able to get a refund. The blogger seems to be in complete agreement with the AAP and all the denials of the educational value of these dvd's and the horrors of letting a child watch tv.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, October 23, 2009,
In :
Show us your life
So, my new addiction is a blog called Kelly's Korner Blog. She has amazing recipes, sweet stories, and the cutest little girl ever (next to my Snappy of course!). Show Us Your Life is one of her blog extravaganza ideas and it's so much fun. So, here I go participating...
Fall Decorations!
Well, I haven't been that wonderful with decorating. I did start with the Halloween stuff but, I'm guessing I'm more of a magazine flipping, idea having, window shopping decorator than an actual decorator. I w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
Running a business can present certain challenges at times. It's nice to know there are people out there that have your back.
A couple of days ago I had a situation where a supplier couldn't fill an order. It was frustrating and I frantically searched for a way to make sure that my customer got what they needed and received my highest level of customer service. The situation called for me to take action and be professional where my supplier had failed to be.
We had some pumpkin carving at the house last night. Well, the kids had some pumpkin cleaning, the hubs had some carving and I had a few minutes peace! LOL
The cleaning out of the pumpkin is something that TRex looks forward to all year. He's such a boy.
Snappy wanted a little of that action. But, after a moment, she wasn't too interested.
Hubby had a great time carving the pumpkin and probably enjoyed the peace and quiet he got once the kids lost interest!
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, October 14, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
I haven't done a WW post in a couple of weeks. Wanted to share this pic of Snappy from the other day. She has gotten incredibly attached to Scooby Doo. I don't know where the obsession came from but, all of a sudden it's all she watches...all day...everyday...over and over. (Ok, maybe not that much but, you get the point) TRex was about her age when his fascination obsession with dinosaurs started. I'm thankful it's something cool like Scooby Doo and not Barney or something. So, I bought her ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, October 13, 2009,
So, I won my first award! I'm so excited!
Toni at Mommies Angels blog gave me this award and you've got to check out her cute blog!
The Best Blog Award rules are:
To accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who gave it to you and his/her link. Pass it on to 15 other blogs you have recently discovered and think are great! Remember to contact the blogs you choose!
Samsung and Twitter Moms are asking "With Our Busy Schedules, What Are Your 3 Valid Tips for Getting Dinner Ready in a Flash?"
With
two small children, three business and a household to run, I'm
generally going non-stop all day long. Most of the time I'm running
like a chicken with it's head cut off. When it comes to making dinner I
always feel it's important to give my family something that is healthy
and nutritious. I don't use frozen meals or prepackaged dinners. All of
the meals I make are... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, October 4, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Head over to her blog to see what everyone else has NOT been up to!
We did not get a scare when we thought one of our dogs was gone this weekend. Hubby was not devastated. He drove all over town (remember, we live in Mayberry) and couldn't find him. To our surprise he did NOT reappear Sunday morning seeming a little roughed up. Hubby's hypothesis? A mean person picked him up and drove off and he hurt himself when he jumped out of their moving vehicle.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, October 1, 2009,
Head over to the Product Review page and check out Funky Green Machine! This environmentally responsible company is full of stylish clothes and gear for you, your kids, your home and your pets!
My license is not expired. I would never have overlooked something like that. It also wouldn't have taken trying to rent a roto-router for me to be alerted to the fact that said license may or may not be expired. Oh, yeah. You didn't know that you need a valid license to rent a toilet snake? Makes perfect sense right? My response to the guy was definitely not "Is this something I'm goin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, September 23, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
Yesterday was the first day of Fall and we actually got a cold front in south Texas! I am excited about the upcoming season change and all the fun fall activities.
I dug into the vault for today's WW and found some pics from last Fall at the Pumpkin Patch.
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, September 21, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Check out her blog My Charming Kids and see what everyone else has NOT been up to!
Snappy did NOT fall asleep in another odd place and position. I did not leave her there simply to enjoy the quiet for a moment.
We did not spend a ton of time in the backyard on Sunday. It was not a beautiful day and we had no fun whatsoever. My kids do not find it necessary to put lawn chairs in the pool and their choice of pool toys is not the slightest bit strange.
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, September 20, 2009,
In :
Other Stuff
Have you ever browsed through the CSN Stores? Good grief, there are a ton of them! It's truly amazing. Anything you could possibly need or want, CSN has a store for it. I've been window shopping and have begun a pretty impressive wishlist!
My kids have bunk beds right now but, because Snappy is 2 and has no regard whatsoever for her own safety, we are not even using the top bunk. I really want one of these awesome bunk beds from the CSN bunk bed store. I had never seen bunk beds with stairs i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, September 16, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
Bro's Grafix had a photo shoot for a Western Week Pageant entrant's portfolio the other day. The shoot was so much fun, in part because the girl was a niece of my hubby and I had a blast proofing these out!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, September 14, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama over at My Charming Kids. Go check her out and see what other people have NOT been up to!
So, I did NOT end up on my hands and knees scrubbing the other bathroom after already spending hours on the first one. Seriously, do not ever take for granted when you move into a home that has already been cleaned!
I also did NOT get so excited about my upcoming Halloween Spooktacular Giveaway Week that I went ahead and pulled out some of the Halloween decor for o... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, September 3, 2009,
I've been hard at work to bring some great new items to the boutique! Here's a few of them!Click on the pics to shop!
We've already had a huge response to these new dresses! The Addison Camo Dress
The customizable School Spirit Dress Our new LoliCovers are the perfectly stylish way to cover while nursing. Kikai Tees are a hit!! Check out all the styles available! Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, August 26, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
Wordless/Wordful Wednesday
Some people call it a "broken" family when parents divorce. Mine did and remarried and I'd say that there is nothing "broken" about having these wonderful siblings. This pic is so special to me because, due to living in different states, this is the only picture I have of all of my brothers and sister and myself. I love it. Check out Baby Loving Mama for more Wordless Wednesday fun.
And check out our Giveaway page to win a Zuma handbag from Namaste Inc.!!!!
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, August 25, 2009,
In :
Things goin on
I get a lot of requests for items in the boutique. There are quite a few items that originated from custom orders and turned out so great that they became a staple item in the shop. One of the things I've been asked since I opened shop has been "Are you going to carry nursing covers?"
Yep! I sure am!!
Introducing the LoliCover
Breastfeed in style while remaining subtle! These covers are one-size fits all and completely adjustable. Each cover has a 6 inch terry cloth trim on the inside for easy ... Continue reading ...
One of my very favorite bloggers, Baby Loving Mama, is hosting a Lollipops and Polka Dots giveaway! Head over to her blog and enter to win one of our Superhero Capes!!
Mommy's Organized Chaos - A Guide to Putting Away Leftovers
When you are an Organized Chaotic Mommy you don't just go to do one task, complete it and walk away. Any OCM worth her stuff knows that there will be five million other things to do during the simple task at hand. The trick is to flow through them seamlessly, with ease, effortlessly...yeah right.
1. Go to the kitchen to get a drink. 2. See leftovers sitting on stove and think "I should put those up now. Dinner was hours ago." 3. Open the... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, August 17, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was created by MckMama. Check out her blog to see what everyone else has not been doing.
We had a wonderful weekend! Though the kids' birthdays are only a couple of weeks apart, we decided that this was the last year to do a joint party. TRex will be old enough next year to do something fun and on his own. So, we seized the chance, especially after having just moved, to combine the parties into one. It was a lot of fun. I did notget so busy that I forgot to take pics. My hu... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, August 13, 2009,
In :
Other Stuff
I really like things that you can play with on the internet. I call them my procrastination tools. Facebook is a really good one because of all the mini procrastination tools like games and quizzes. You know you love them!
I have a new one! The Bath and Body Works "Fragrance Mood" widget is so much fun! You pick the icons and characteristics that describe you and drag them into the empty perfume bottle. Then it picks the scent for you and offers you a bunch of suggestions from their store. Yo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, August 12, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
WORDLESS AND WORDFUL WEDNESDAY
Snappy and TRex absolutely love to slide on the kitchen floor. I remember liking that when I was a kid too. Luckily, their dad likes this game too. Equipped with pillows, they all hit the floor last night.
Superheroes sliding on the floor. Doesn't get better than that! Love me some Spider-TRex!
What was that?
Why yes. That is my daughter that absolutely insisted on wearing her brother's IronMan pajamas.
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, August 9, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Check out her blog for more Not Me Monday fun!
So, how was our weekend? Well, it was quiet. It was uneventful. It was relaxing. It was filled with the noises of brother and sister loving each other and playing peacefully. NOT!
I certainly did not have to tell the kids one zillion times to stop fighting. I did not almost lose my mind from the constant screaming. TRex has not become quite annoyed with Snappy. Snappy has not decided that everything must ... Continue reading ...
I love photography. I love taking pictures. I love photoshopping. I love looking at pictures. I love really good photography and can appreciate all of it. It's in my blood, I suppose. My parents own a very successful photography studio and my mom's been taking pics for as long as I can remember. My husband has his photography business and I love to work with him and do my part. I absolutely adore scouring the web for really cool photographers. There are some extremely talented people out ther... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, August 3, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
This blog carnival was started by MckMama. Check out her blog to see what everyone else has not been doing this week!
We did NOT spend last week and this weekend sweating, packing, moving and unpacking. It was NOT chaotic. The old house did NOT look like this...
Snappy did NOT try to help by unpacking boxes immediately after I packed them. She also did not "help" by doing this... It wasn't me that bribed the children with popsicles to keep them out of the way for a few minutes! I would never do t... Continue reading ...
I cannot believe that 5 years ago today this wonderful person entered our lives. Our TRex has filled our days with laughter and joy. His crazy antics are a constant source of amazement and entertainment. From day one he has shown his persistence and determination. We are better people, better parents with him in our lives. I am forever thankful to be able to be the mom of this little boy.
Hey everyone! Wanted to let you all know that I'm going to be sponsoring a lot of giveaways on other blogs in the coming months. I'll be telling you about all of them as they happen.
In the meantime, go check out Kelli over at 3 Boys and a Dog and sign up for her updates or follow her blog so you can keep up to date with her Back To School Bash in September! She'll have a giveaway everyday for the whole month and she's got some great sponsors! So, after you finish entering the giveaways here ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, July 28, 2009,
In :
Things goin on
Well, the Uhaul will be here this evening.
Things are a little crazy.
The house is a wreck.
The kids are insane.
I've lost most control of cleaning and regulating what's going on.
A few days of relaxed rules never hurt, right? I've got so much to do. Seriously, I'm looking around and thinking it's never going to be done. I'm to the point of just throwing random crap into boxes with the intention of sorting it out upon unpacking. My nice organized packing lasted all of a few hours! How does on... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, July 27, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
Stellan is doing much better! He's still not out of the woods and his doctors will probably operate, but he's hanging in there! Read MckMama's update on her blog! In lieu of my normal Not Me Monday post, I just want to take a moment to say to everyone, whether you are a follower or friend of MckMama or not, please take a moment and pray, send a positive thought, an email, a blog comment or anything her way.
Those of you who follow her blog will know that times are rough right now for sweet lit...
I really love looking through all of the old pics on the computer for my Thursday posts! These are two of my all time faves of TRex and Snappy!Both taken about a year and a half ago.
Do you have an ATWT you want me to check out? Click on this posts title and scroll to the bottom for the comment box.
Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, July 19, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
So, MckMama has given us a fun new twist on these posts! Join everyone in celebrating the crazy things your kids did NOT do this past week! Check out My Charming Kids for all the Not Me Monday fun!
My TRex did NOT prove once again that boxes are often more fun than the toys that came in them.
Snappy certainly did NOT fall asleep in her Snoogie Seat this afternoon because someone (not me) forgot naptime.
It's obvious that there was no fun to be had for TRex and Snappy at the bday party we attend... Continue reading ...
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Kids, says, “Kids nowadays are so style conscious. In fact, kids (and
parents) come into my salons everyday with pages torn out of magazines, asking
for styles that the children of celebrities are sporting. I consider this trend
part of what I call the‘Mini
Metro’ phenomenon on, a new wave of youthful image consciousness in
which kids really want to look t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, July 16, 2009,
In :
ATWT
Because we all have pictures worth more than that. Check out The Mom Jen for more ATWT fun! Do you have an ATWT to share? Leave a comment with a link!
I've been surfing through tons of old photos for my ATWT posts. So much fun! I came across this. Hubby and I were messing with the camera one night a couple of years ago and this happened...
I've always thought it was pretty cool. I think it tells a story. We've been meaning to try and do this again.
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, July 13, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
I did NOT receive the most exciting news this weekend. That unreceived news is NOT that the press release for something I recently participated in was out and available to the public. I most certainly did NOT frantically and joyfully update my website and spread the word that Sarah Jessica Parker's twins have been gifted with tons ... Continue reading ...
Yay! It's Friday! I've got several fun things happening in the Lolidots neck of the woods!
There's a great giveaway from Dulce Nina Vintage on our Giveaways page! Click over and check it out!
Give Away Today is hosting a Lollipops and Polka Dots Giveaway!!! Head over to their blog and enter to win a pair of our boutique flip flops and 2 hair bows!
I had a blast doing the photoshoot for the Dulce Nina Review and Giveaway! Here's a few photos. Our primary photographer, Bro's Grafix, does such amaz... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, July 9, 2009,
In :
ATWT
On Thursday I post pictures that, to me, are worth more than "a thousand words" For more fun with ATWT, check out The Mom Jen!
This picture was taken a few years ago by my talented hubby. We were at a high school baseball game. I love this shot. I love how it captures exactly what is going on. You don't even need to see the rest of the field to imagine the game!
Today's installment of Passive-Agressive Notes is...
Dear Nigerian Princess/Lawyer for the Deceased/Euromillion Lottery/et al.,
I'm thrilled you've selected me to inherit your millions! I feel like the luckiest girl alive! Just yesterday a Prince left me as his benefactor and today I'm winning 500,000 Euros? What's that? Oh, you need my bank account info? Why? Oh, to wire the money? That makes perfect sense!! And it's nice to read that note at the bottom that claims the money is free from laund... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, July 8, 2009,
In :
Wordless Wednesday
This pic of my grandfather and my son was taken a couple of years ago. It's one of those pictures that I am so thankful my hubby snapped. I've got it framed in my house. To me, it's priceless.
We all need a little horn tooting sometimes! Here's the chance to show something off! What's the nicest thing you did this week? What's the best compliment you've gotten recently? What's the cutest thing you've made lately? Shout it from the rooftops. Toot your horn and take pride in yourself!
Want to join in the fun? Grab the button and give us a shout out with a link back. Then, Toot away! Leave a comment in this post with your blog link so everyone can check out your accomplishments!
Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, July 6, 2009,
In :
Not Me Monday
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
Ahhh, time for another Not Me Monday post!
I am NOT currently watching Teen Wolf 2. That would be ridiculous.
I have so not gotten completely addicted to the community forums at Etsy. I do not post there nonstop at night when I'm NOT up way too late.
It was certainly NOT ME that went against everything I've tried to teach my son ab... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, July 3, 2009,
In :
Holiday Posts
As much as I'd love to get deep and wax philosophical on the beginnings of America and patriotic duties...I'd like more to just remind everyone that no matter your political affiliations, religious convictions, social status or lack of those...remember who is responsible for you to be FREE to have those beliefs, opinions and labels. Yes, the men who wrote the Declaration of Independence should be remembered, but I'm talking about the men and women who still to this day fight for our freedoms.... Continue reading ...
"This town needs an enema!" is what TRex blurted out a few hours ago. He even followed it with the miming and sound effects of blowing a party horn. I laughed my butt off. And for those of you who don't do movie quotes...it's a line from The Joker in Batman. (in the original Michael Keaton who is and always will be Batman version)
Yes, my son is almost 5 and he quotes Jack Nicholson.
It has occurred to me that I'm probably going to be talking about my kids a lot. I try to not be "one of those parents". You know, the ones who put their kids on the phone with you even when they are 5 months old and you have to sit there while your friend baby talks in the background and pretend that you don't have a million other things to be doing. Ok, so I'm not THAT bad. My kids are pretty funny and very crazy. I like to share their randomness and pop a few cute pics in there from time t... Continue reading ...
I love when pictures capture the relationships between people. My hubby took these pics last Christmas. They are so special to me. He was able to capture the moments between my parents and me so wonderfully that it brought tears to my eyes.
A friend of mine is a successful sales consultant for Pampered Chef. I'm sure you've all heard of this amazing company with unbelievable kitchen tools, gadgets and must-haves!
So, we're teaming up to offer all Lolidots subscribers a chance at free gifts!
Click Hereand place your order. My name will show as your hostess. I will be emailed after you order.
All orders will come with a free gift from Lolidots.com!
You'll also be entered into a contest to get a free Easy Read Mini Measu...
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
I did NOT get totally and utterly addicted to Twitter this weekend! I have not been resisting it and I did not finally give in. I am absolutely not enjoying it!
I also did not try for quite a while to get some cute pics of the TRex and Snappy...
They are NOT both crazy!
We did not go to a birthday party for hubby's cute little niece... Continue reading ...
"GHARBLY*%(#&FLMUPS" Those parents out there know what that means! Those words you mutter to yourself through clenched teeth after being asked the same question for the umpteenth time or after cleaning up yet another wet spot on the floor (does it even matter any more if it is juice or dog pee?)
I really do not believe any parent that claims not to have those moments of blind rage. Either they have never met their child or their child is a robot programmed to not be annoying. I also know that ... Continue reading ...
We nixed our cable bill a long time ago. For a few years we've been living in the stone age of rabbit ears. Once the converter boxes hit shelves our lives got exciting with the addition of a couple more channels and clearer reception. It was plenty for us. We always got the major networks and PBS so we were perfectly happy.
Let me tell ya... I can't believe it took us so long to discover Netflix Watch Instantly! I wouldn't bat an eye if the rabbit ears disintegrated!
So, The Mom Jen over at Cheaper Than Therapy started this. I found it on one of my fave blogs, Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House. The premise is simple. "to post a picture that is powerful, that expresses emotion, and speaks volumes to me." We have so many pics that I love to share so I know this will be easy and fun!
Here's my first "Thousand Words" pic...
So, I know this pic is a little old (from Easter) but a moment of Snappy and TRex NOT fighting is to me worth more than anything!
Welcome to the new and improved Lollipops and Polka Dots!
We've been making some great changes here lately! We're gearing up for a fun summer and fall. We've got some exciting things happening and hope our readers will be a part of it!
Check out the Giveaways section of the blog for our current contests!
Keep an eye on the Reviews section for fantastic product reviews from others on our items and from us on items we find for you!
Join us in the google friend connect box to the right and sign up ... Continue reading ...
So, I've been off the grid for about a week, dealing with some family stuff. I'm ba-ack! So glad to be back at home and back to work! Man have I got a lot to do!!
We did sneak in a little fun in the past few days. We attended a wedding (Congrats Jamey and Amanda!), saw some family, and managed to be in the car an awful lot with zero nervous breakdowns! (moms on roadtrips can feel my pain!)
We've had a busy couple of weeks. The kids met yet another new cousin...
Mother/Daughter Photo Shoot for Lolidots! Photographs courtesy of Bro's Grafix
Oh, how I loved having these two as models!
I mean, really, how cute are they? You can bet you'll be seeing more Lolidots gear modeled by these two gorgeous little girls! Thanks to my friend Jen for letting us get some great shots of her cutie pies! And special thanks to Bro's Grafix for getting the... Continue reading ...
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMamma. You can head
over to mycharmingkids.net to read what she and everyone else have not been doing
this week.
I did not finally get into a zone last week and get a ton of orders finished and mailed out. I also did not stay up until the wee hours last week working on new things. And I will not be posting pics to show off! Oh, I am not head over heels in love with that girl right there! I do not think she's the cutest thing there... Continue reading ...
I am thrilled to announce the arrival of
another fantastic line of gifts at Lollipops and Polka Dots and a giveaway to go
along with it!
Persnickety Pelican is a mother/daughter crafting team and their designs
are amazing! My personal faves are the "Whimsical Woolies"! These little soaps
are covered with soft wool and the patterns on them are unbelievably cute! All
of the gifts from Persnickety are perfect for kids of all ages and adults too!
In lieu of my new "Not Me Monday" I'd like to take a moment to say Happy Memorial Day."
Years ago when I visited the island of Oahu I had the unbelievable opportunity to be there on Memorial Day. I was able to visit "Punchbowl Cemetery". Here's a little info on it...
It was built in 1948 in the crater of a volcano. This gives it the appearance of a "punchbowl". On September 2nd, 1949 the dedication ceremony took place
for the Memorial site. Some of the first people to be buried there were
776 c... Continue reading ...
I
wanted to remind those who have yet to enter that the Stoopher and
Boots giveaway is still running! The giveaway for one of these awesome
onesies or tshirts will run until Saturday May 23rd at midnight. You still have a chance to enter and win!!!
See the previous blog post for all entry possibilities.
I am so very pleased to announce that Lollipops and Polka Dots is now carrying Stoopher and Boots clothing!! These shirts and onesies are perfectly adorable!
Stephanie, the owner, started designing shirts for her twin nieces
and now they are available to all of us! There are plenty of designs to
choose from but that talented lady can do great custom orders!
And, Stephanie is so happy to be joining us at Lollipops
So, after spending hours reading the heart wrenching stories and hilarious musings over at mycharmingkids.net, I began to wish I could remember to do a "Not me Monday" just like Mckmamma. And, after being prodded by my wonderful Sara over at MellyRoo Designs, I've finally put the other procrastination tactics aside and am opting for a blog post! I urge everyone to read both of those other blogs, for the Not Me's and all the other great stuff!
Hi everyone! I've been keeping busy filling orders and coming up with some great new products!
The first exciting announcement is that I will soon be carrying more things for little boys! You can customize the baby products, pillows and blankets for a little boy but, coming soon I will be offering customizable SuperHero Capes and play sword belts ( a la Peter Pan)!!! Super fun stuff for super cool little dudes!
I've also got something up my sleeve for the moms! I'll soon be unveiling my line o... Continue reading ...
There's a wonderful little blog out there called Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls. You'll find fabulous links to sites with great gifts and good deals. Karen over at that blog was kind enough to do a product review for Lollipops and Polka Dots. In addition, she's hosting a giveaway for us!
The giveaway is for a travel wipe case, diaper pouch and baby bib. Visit this link http://frugalmommyof2girls.com and scroll down to the Lollipops and Polka Dots giveaway for entry rules. Also, all that ... Continue reading ...
Wow, we had a ton of entries for the
Kylie Wrap this week! Thanks to all who entered! I hope you all keep
Lollipops and Polka Dots in mind for the children in your lives! I'm
constantly trying to find new things to bring to the boutique so keep
up with the newsletters and check back often! I promise more giveaways
in the future!
The winner of the Kylie Wrap is... Christina G.!!!
Congrats Christina!
Anyone can purchase a Kylie Wrap of their own anytime in the Kylie Wrap section of the boutiq... Continue reading ...
Thanks
so much to everyone who entered all the giveaways this week! It was a
very successful Grand Opening and I had a blast doing these giveaways!
Everyone who entered the mini-giveaways was also entered into the Kylie Wrap Giveaway!
If you didn't enter anything this week you still have a chance to enter
to win the awesome Kylie Wrap! Whether you have a baby, know someone
who has a baby or know someone who will someday have a baby, this is an
awesome prize! There are tons of ways to enter an... Continue reading ...
Knowing the gal over at MellyRoo, this won't be the last time we give
away one of those so be on the lookout for another giveaway from her!
And if you didn't check out her blog you should! http://mellyroo.com
As promised, we have another giveaway for Thursday! We're keeping it simple today and doing a $10 gift certificate! With the super affordable pricing you'll find at lolidots that will go a long way!
Is everyone ready for Wednesday's Giveaway? This one is fun and great for girls and boys!!!
MellyRoo Designs offers adorable, affordable and customizable sippy cups,
sports cups, travel tumblers and more! There are tons and tons of
awesome designs to pick from and if you don't see what you like, no
worries. The awesomely talented Sara over at MellyRoo can design just
about anything you ask for. Trust me! She...
Alright everyone. Get ready for Tuesday's giveaway! This one is a Two-For!
This giveaway is for a pink marabou bow and a shades of pink butterfly klip! Both are on the non-slip klip design that all Kutie Klips bows come on and both are absolutely adorable!
Since it's a mini there are only two ways to enter...
1. Spread the word... Whether you blog it, twitter it, email it, facebook or myspace it, you'll get two entries for passing it on. Be sure and cc me on any emails at robin@lolidots... Continue reading ...
Lollipops and Polka Dots Online Children's Boutique has been operating for a little while now. I am pleased to announce that we are having our Grand Opening this week!
We will be having lots of giveaways this week so be sure and check your email updates and sign up for the mailing list if you aren't already!
The first giveaway will run the entire week. I am thrilled to announce that we are now carrying The Kylie Wrap! This baby wrap is so amazing. There are no straps or buckles to mess with. ... Continue reading ...
Well, Lukus has become just oh-so-cool! His hair is growing out and he's refusing to cut it. The other day he said that skateboards are awesome and he'd like to have one. He's been singing some pretty good rock and roll music (albeit the wrong words but cool nonetheless). So, he was out in the yard with Daddy getting some sun the other day and we snapped this pic. Such a wonderful advertising pic for MellyRoo Designs that I knew I had to share it with all!
Ok everyone, ready for another giveaway? This one is great! I've partnered with a cute little blog called Some of This and Some of That. They are hosting a Lollipops and Polka Dots giveaway! It is for a matching dress, bow and flip flop package! Check out their blog at http://mandeeandbrandy.blogspot.com/
Be sure and read all the different ways to sign up and get extra entries!
If you aren't already signed up for the mailing list then go ahead and do so. Not only will you get an extra entry bu... Continue reading ...
Theresa Morton! Congratulations Theresa! Be looking for an email from me to discuss the details of your win!
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway! I'm so happy with how it went. I promise more giveaways in the future so if you didn't win this one or you missed it, please come back again or sign up for the mailing list!
And now for the SECRET PRIZES! I've randomly picked two "runners up" who will each get a bow of their choice! The winners are... Dawn - sunup928@yahoo.com and Amy - baby08ap... Continue reading ...
I love giveaways so much so I figured it's about time to do my own. I'm going to be giving away a travel wipee case, diaper pouch and bib in the wonderfully popular Beatles "All You Need is Love" pattern. I've done 4 baby shower gift packages in this and they were all huge hits!
So, what can you do to win? 1. Leave me a comment on this posting about anything having to do with the shop or products through this link 2. For two entries: sign up for th... Continue reading ...
So, I've been really getting into redoing old things that I find. Furniture and whatnot. I'm pretty much a tightwad thanks to some very good training by my hubby and am finding I love the thrill I get when I find something cheap! I started by redoing a coffee table that I found at a rummage shop and it was the first thing that I really made "new". Recently, I recovered some old kid's chairs and am so super thrilled with the result!
Well, to begin with, Market Days was kind of a flump. (word from the Lukus dictionary) I sent out positive vibes all week long hoping that the weathermen would be wrong about the rain. I mean really, when are they right? Apparently they are right on the days that I have outdoor plans and they predict rain. It was cold. Really cold. The rain made it seem colder than any cold day we had this winter. My great friend Amanda went with me and I was so excited for her to have her first market days e... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, March 11, 2009,
Hey everyone! Well, the first Market Days of the year is upon us! Saturday I will be in Goliad, TX all day and am very excited. I'm a little worried about the weather but am keeping positive that it will be a nice day. What do those weathermen know anyway!?!
I've been working my bum off lately and have finally added all the new things to the website! I am now offering several different "lines" of products. I'm still loving all the one-of-a-kind things but thought it'd be nice to offer some ma... Continue reading ...
My sister-in-law's baby shower was this past weekend. It was great fun. I made my first diaper cake! It was so fun and turned out so well that I have decided to put them on the site! I'm excited to have yet another product to offer! For her shower, Lacy got the nursing pillow, baby blanket, bib and travel wipe case package. Big hit! Pictures to follow... There are also some new pics in the "Travel Wipe Case" section of the Gifts and Gear tab so be sure and check those out! I'm get... Continue reading ...
Okay, so I really want to get better with keeping this blog updated! I need to make it part of my morning routine. So, I'll start today.
In Lollipops and Polka Dots news, things have been busy lately. I've added some "Crafty Moms" to my store and am thrilled! Sara is a wonderful mom in OK with a cutie patootie little girl. Sara's sippy cups and inserts are definitely a must have for the fashion forward tots! Hopefully I'll have mine in a week or so! She's very creative with all she does a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, February 3, 2009,
Hi everyone! Things have been kind of slow everywhere lately. I really want to remind everyone to keep your heads up. Everything will turn around. Slow economy or not, things are always slow in the first quarter. America will pull itself out of this and our economy will go back up, it always does.
For any of you that have heard about the new CPSIA law, I am keeping an eye on things. It seems the date is approaching rapidly for the law to go into effect and we'll just all have to hope that the ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Robin Haws on Saturday, January 10, 2009,
Hi all! I hope everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season and is easing into the New Year smoothly!
There have been big changes on the site lately. Obviously the look of things has changed and it seems like everyone (including me!) is loving it! There are tons of new products all over the site. I hope everyone will look around and check it all out. I am constantly adding new items so the best thing to do is sign up for the mailing list and get updates when things change.
Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, December 12, 2008,
Hi everyone!
I am so excited to finally have the website up and running! I plan on updating frequently and trying hard to keep things new, user friendly and, of course, really cute! If anyone has comments or suggestions you can email me at kutieklips@yahoo.com and I'll keep it all in mind when updating things. Once the store sections open things will change often and there will be new items all the time so check back frequently for the new stuff! If you'd like to be included in update emails s... Continue reading ...
Mom, Wife, Seamstress, Crafter, Cook, Finder of Lost Toys, Pudding Maker, Coffee Drinker, Snuggler, Loud Talker, Unconventional Parent in a constant state of organized chaos.
A.K.A. - Robin
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Father Extraordinaire, Loving Husband, Fixer of Everything, deep thinking, pet loving, game playing, rock and rolling, picture taking, Superman to his wife and children.
My soulmate, my rock.
TRex
Big Brother to Snappy. TRex is our 6 year old, super crazy, high energy, sensitive and sweet, unbelievably intuitive, movie quoting, story telling, dinosaur loving, mini-Superman. (and sometimes Spiderman or Hulk or Wolverine or one of many other characters.)
Snappy
Sister to TRex. Snappy is our 3 year old, baby toting, crayon loving, song singing, cuteness connoisseur, giggling, stubborn little Princess. She is both a Daddy's Girl and a Mommy's Girl. And she's figuring out how to twist TRex around her finger.
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