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Great quote today from Simply Stated – from Real Simple…
I loved this when I came across it today. You can sign up for the daily quote updates from Real Simple too – I love these little bits of pretty motivation each day. If you’re a quote lover like me too, check out my Quotes I Love board on Pinterest.
I read this story today on The Atlantic Wire, and it was SO crazy that I had to come and share it with you guys! This was supposed to be the big annual fireworks display, and was planned to last about 18 minutes. Instead, in the biggest epic fail in fireworks history, an unknown technical glitch caused ALL of the fireworks to be set off at the same time! It happened 5 minutes before the show was scheduled to start -and as you can see in this amazing Instagram photo, it was pretty incredible to see that 18 minutes worth of sparkly explosions get packed into one 15 second accidental display. Check it out here…
I’m guessing it wasn’t as crazy as this 15 second fireworks extravaganza in San Diego! Have you ever seen a fireworks display go wrong before? Share some stories in the comments…
{Disclaimer: I was notified by a comment here that some are offended by the end of this video. I actually didn’t even watch past the firework display the first time – but just viewed it all now. I don’t see the end of the video as offensive to our former president – he’s just sorta being offensive to the rest of the world maybe? :) But – there is a pic of the pres flipping the bird, saying he doesn’t care what others think – set to the music of God Bless the USA. If you’re easily offended please skip that part of the video!}
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Cultivate Health & Imagination! I’ve partnered with some amazing family-friendly bloggers to put together a very cool giveaway for you guys… Both prizes are seriously amazing, and perfect for any kiddo in your life. Educational, high quality, and super fun – Enter to win this beautiful Simple Hearth Play Kitchen by Nest…
And…the Copy-Kids eat fruits and vegetables DVD! You many read the full review here! {I’ve watched this one with Abby SO many times. It helped her learn what all of the different fruits and veggies were called, and made them “fun” – so that she would ask for good stuff all of the time. SUCH a great DVD.} [Read more…]
My home is anything but ordinary…. As many of you know, my household has changed dramatically in the past few years. I used to have a perfectly organized, spotlessly clean, and totally quiet home when I lived alone – just me and the cat.{Really, it was that good.} That was almost 3 years ago. These days, my home is filled with family – grandma, uncle James, my wild nephews, my Mister, and my little girl. Plus FIVE dogs. They’re small, but still. And of course, since I’m at home all day, and no one realizes that I really do work online all day, they think I’m just here bored all day anxiously awaiting the chance to do everyone’s laundry and dishes. Ah, the joys of motherhood, right? {Learn why Bloggers Have Messy Homes…} Are you a semi-perfect homemaker too? Get my tips on how to keep the house fresh and bright – even when you’re too busy to always do everything right!
The thing is, I actually don’t mind housework that much. I would have fit right in back in the 50’s – if my only job was to keep the house perfectly clean, cook amazing meals, and wear retro style aprons, I would be a happy momma. Seriously. Well, I’d [Read more…]
Forget this whole Fifty Shades of Grey
If you’re totally in love with this fireman, err, I mean recipe – get the directions here on how to put it together this summer: Margarita – Make it with a Fireman. And then check out the other awesome stuff on the Sauza Tequila website too, like coupons to save on your margarita supplies, and more recipe ideas. {No, this post is in no way at all sponsored by anyone. I just came across this recipe and video and am in love, and thought you ladies might like a little summer fun too…}
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That’s it. Now, grab your laptop, head out to the pool, and enjoy your Sauza Margarita while watching that fireman video a couple more times…. Yep, summer really is getting hotter, am I right?
Daily Motivational Quote: All moms need a little encouragement each day, right? Just a few words of motivation, to help us keep folding that laundry, washing those dishes, changing those diapers, and cooking those dinners… So, here’s your daily dose of inspiration. I call it Mom-ivation:
{Credit: Real Simple Magazine Daily Quotes}
Need a break from BBQs, fireworks, family and the clean-up? Join us for the #Mompact Summer Must-Haves Twitter Party from 9-10 PM EST to chat about Summer Fun and Safety!
Get all of the party details here – including the totally sweet prizes up for grabs. If you’ve never joined a Twitter party before – No worries! The Tweet Grid is pre-made just for you… Log in with your Twitter name, answer the questions, chat along with us, and win some super cool prizes just for partying with the Mompact moms! Good times, right?
Date: Thursday, July 5th, 2012
Time: 9-10 PM ET
Moderator: @Mompact
Assistant Moderators: @TheIQMom, @SunandSipCups, @HorridHousewife
Topic/Focus: Summer FUN and Safety
Tweet Grid: Summer Must-Haves Custom Tweet Grid.
Hashtag: #Mompact
Prizes: Quick Split, Swimzip, Accesory Connectz, Gripsterz, Parking Pal, SAFER Car Seat Cover, Appeteether AND One grand prize winner will win a Swoop Bag (9 winners total)!
Questions: Email Nicole at mompactpromo@gmail.com.
Anyone who Tweets this from now until the #Mompact Twitter Party will be eligible to win A Quick Split! Easy peasy.
Join @Mompact for the #Mompact Twitter Party 7/5 at 9-10 PM EST for the chance to win Summer Fun & Safety Prizes! sunshineandsippycups.com/2012/07/join-u…
— SunandSipCups (@SunandSipCups) July 4, 2012
Summertime means family fun–trips to splash parks, the beach, the creek, camping, and amusement park, just to name a few. With all this fun comes a lot of dangers as well. From sunburns to flying umbrellas the fun can quickly spoil. Thankfully a few fun products can help keep your fun day simply fun-as it should be! Check out our current giveaway which ends Sunday. You could win the whole bundle including a SwimZip, NoBlo, Koverz, and Accessory Connectz!
Join us as we chat about our summer plans, great ideas for keeping kids entertained during those long summer days, and great products to help! Plus, as we share tips and ideas for summer fun and safety – you’ll also have a TON of chances to win these great Mom Invented products, perfect for summertime family living!
"The phrase "working mother" is redundant." I'm Meagan - a Momma, a Blogger, a Freelance Writer, and a total Social Media Junkie. I love sparkles and … [Read More...]
