From Toddlers to Teenagers

There are certain emotions that only a parent can ever know. The
overwhelming love you feel the first time you see your new
baby... the bursting pride when your child takes those first few
brave steps...

And the complete embarrassment of listening to your 2-year-old
throw a loud, obnoxious tantrum in the middle of a busy
restaurant!

As parents, we all love our kids. But, if we're being completely
honest with ourselves, there are definitely certain things about
the way our children behave that we'd all like to change.

I spent a lot of years frustrated with the fact that my children
just didn't seem to listen. I'd ask them 2 or 3 times to get
their shoes and coats on so that we could leave the house, for
example, but they usually wouldn't respond until I got mad and
started yelling. By then, at least one of the kids would be
crying, which meant getting them out the door would take even
longer.

NOT a fun way to start the day...

I spend months trying to change their behavior -- with almost
no success. I thought I'd tried everything, but then I did
something completely different.

I changed *MY* behavior... and things improved almost instantly!

This led to a dramatic about-face in the way I dealt with all
kinds of behavior challenges with my children.

Just thought I'd share what I've learnt I've been a mom for over 16

years.

I think I've learnt a thing or two....

A gift is not always materialistic....

Friendship is a treasure, and when you meet a new friend it is a true gift of god.....

Awhile ago I met someone at playgroup the moment I met her I thought wow I want to be friends with her.

I can`t ever say I`ve said that before well not in my adulthood anyways.

When were children its so easy to meet friends, if we`re fortunate enough we carry these friendships straight through to our adult life. I`ve been that fortunate, even more fortunate to have married my best friend.

Anywho back to my new friend

She`s fabulous, a wonderful mother, loving and devoted wife a caregiver, teacher...

She inspires me to be a better person and in such a short time.

I can`t wait for our friendship to blossom.

Thanks Jaime your awesome!

The Fact

The becoming of a True Blood Fan

Okay....I've been hearing a lot about this HBO True Blood series lately, many people waiting for the 4th season to start.

I love vampire books Twilight Series, Brotherhood of the Dagger, anything Anne Rice.

But never got into TV.

After many friends recommending it, I figured OK I will check it out....

I went to the library and ordered the first season.

DONE! In one week couldn't get enough.

I'm awaiting the 2nd season and hopefully be up to par when the 4th season begins

Then we can discuss.

By the way I love Anna Paquins Character Sookie too sweet.

And a secret crush on Sam, I'd scratch his belly anytime.

cant wait to see what happens with Tara

I hope Lafayette is OK, I love his character

Where would you like to have breakfast?

This is where I'd like to have my breakfast every morning, just thought I'd share...

Where would you like to have breakfast? Anywhere in the world... think about it and let me know

For the Love of Fashion

Gosh do I ever love Fashion....

The great thing is, so many trends, styles, novelties have taken mainstream for over 30 years that anything goes.

I believe your own personal style is always in.....

Here are some of my fav. pics

I love the above dress very sexy, in a maleficent way

LOVE THE SHOES IN BOTTOM PIC!

I love the above dress and bag, jewelry is a must.....wouldn't do the shoes....

Today is -32 degrees in the Hills.

Its Farkin Freezing....

This exact day 1 year ago I was in Hollywood California frolicking in the Ocean.

I found a sand dollar that day, very rare treasure the ocean has given me.

The Sand Dollar Legend

Upon this odd-shaped seashell a legend grand is told,
about the life of Jesus, that wondrous tale of old.
At its center you will see, there seems to be a star,
like the one that led the shepherds and wise men from afar.
Around its surface are the marks of nails and thorns and spear,
suffered by Christ upon the cross; the wounds show plainly here.
But there is also an Easter lily, clear for us to see,
the symbol of Christ's resurrection for all eternity.

I must admit I am a very spiritual person and I do believe this was a gift from God, later that week I married my true love of 18 years.

Maybe next time I will show you pis of my special day.......maybe