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  • Back At It Again

    We’re back it again folks!  House hunting that is.  It’s been decided that we’ll stay put in the Queen City for a few more years and then we’ll decide where we want to settle down forever.  So, the other night I was looking at houses because we are officially blowing this current spaceship this upcoming New Year whether we’ve  bought a house or not.   I was looking at rentals, homes for sell, rent to owns, you name it.  
    Anyways, my husband shared with me a house that he’s interested in.  And to be honest, I was expecting not to like it.  Not that he doesn’t have good taste but I’m just super picky when it comes to a place that I’m going to have to live in.  And of course you all know about the issues we’ve had to endure with this current spot.  So, that has made me even more picky.  
    Well, guess what, I like the house!!  I haven’t seen it in person yet but we’re going to take a look this weekend. However, I saw pics and immediately my mind went to decorating the place and thinking of how to make it our own.  Plus, once I saw that it had stainless appliances, a fireplace, a huge fenced in backyard and a storage shed for me to put some tools, I was sold.  
    Cabinets will be the first thing to get made over in this kitchen.
    It has four bedrooms, two and a half baths, a huge separate laundry room with shelving and plenty of space for me to grow my stockpile and have an official office.  It even has a flag pole outside.  I’m hunting down some cute flags to put up.  Thinking about getting a flag made with our family crest on it or maybe I could flags for the different seasons and holidays. 
    See the flagpole there?
    I’m trying not to get my hopes up but I’m already too far gone with excitement over the possibilities.  A house to call our own would be the perfect Christmas gift.  So, YUMMommy family, I’m asking that you all please pray for us and that everything will work out in terms of us getting this house.  This is only the second house I’ve actually fallen head over heels for and I would be heartbroken a little bit if we didn’t get it.  However, I would also take it as sign that wasn’t the right place for us too if we didn’t get it.
    Anyways, do you have any house hunting tips or brief stories to share?  I use some advice guys.

  • All I Want For Christmas Is….

    I’ve already started my Christmas Wishlist and here’s what’s on it:
    The sewing machine I have now is a mini one and doesn’t do all the cool things that this one does.  Plus, I can download designs and patterns from my computer on to this bad boy.  This is certainly at the top of my list.
    This is a reversible grill and griddle.  I gets busy in kitchen and have been slowly building up my collection of appliances to better help me cook for my family and be able to entertain for future dinner parties.
    Imagine all the Vlogs I can shoot with this little guy.  Not to mention, this would be perfect for capturing Moo and JJ opening their first Christmas gifts.  I wonder if I can bling this out with some rhinestones?
    Being the photographer for our family at all our family events, I need something that will allow me to capture pictures better.  I used to work one of these little guys when I worked in the school system.  They have all kinds of fancy features.
    Have you started your wishlist yet?

  • It’s Almost That Time

    Happy 11-1-11 everyone!!!  Yes, it’s November already. Can you believe it?  I can’t. This year has gone by so fast that it was almost a blur.  Thank goodness for cameras, scrapbooks and journals to keep track of the memories.
    Anyways, over here we’re getting ready for Thanksgiving, birthdays and Christmas!  It’s almost time for all of them.  I’m getting ready to be in full on planning mode.  I’m in the thick of making my grocery list for Thanksgiving dinner.  Last year I had to hunt down ham bits and collard greens like a mad woman.  This year I’m buying both early.  I can cut up my greens and stick them in the freezer until I’m ready to start cooking.
    And today, I’m going to be designing invitations for Moo’s 3rd birthday party.  She’s having two parties.  I know lucky her.  Thankfully, I can use the same invite and only have to change the date.  The second birthday party will be a joint party with me.  Yep, we’re both December babies.
    As if I’m not already going to have my plate full, I have to finish my Christmas shopping.  One year we did stuffed stockings in addition to one main gift for each person.  My family has been requesting that we do it again for years and this year I’m bringing it back.  So, I’ve been keeping my eyes posted for some good items to stuff in them.
    It’s going to be hard to sneak stuff for Moo’s stocking since she always accompanying me on shopping trips for our alone Mommy-Daughter time.  I might have to sneak out during a nap one day because I’ve spotted some things I want to pick up.  And speaking of gifts don’t forget about the My Memories Suite Giveaway going on.
    So, as you can see I’m going to be a very busy mommy this month and well into next month.  I’m not complaining though because holidays are truly magical for our family.  It’s the time when we are our happiest and all together cutting the fool.
    Have you started any holiday yet?

  • It’s Almost That Time

    Happy 11-1-11 everyone!!!  Yes, it’s November already. Can you believe it?  I can’t. This year has gone by so fast that it was almost a blur.  Thank goodness for cameras, scrapbooks and journals to keep track of the memories.
    Anyways, over here we’re getting ready for Thanksgiving, birthdays and Christmas!  It’s almost time for all of them.  I’m getting ready to be in full on planning mode.  I’m in the thick of making my grocery list for Thanksgiving dinner.  Last year I had to hunt down ham bits and collard greens like a mad woman.  This year I’m buying both early.  I can cut up my greens and stick them in the freezer until I’m ready to start cooking.
    And today, I’m going to be designing invitations for Moo’s 3rd birthday party.  She’s having two parties.  I know lucky her.  Thankfully, I can use the same invite and only have to change the date.  The second birthday party will be a joint party with me.  Yep, we’re both December babies.
    As if I’m not already going to have my plate full, I have to finish my Christmas shopping.  One year we did stuffed stockings in addition to one main gift for each person.  My family has been requesting that we do it again for years and this year I’m bringing it back.  So, I’ve been keeping my eyes posted for some good items to stuff in them.
    It’s going to be hard to sneak stuff for Moo’s stocking since she always accompanying me on shopping trips for our alone Mommy-Daughter time.  I might have to sneak out during a nap one day because I’ve spotted some things I want to pick up.  And speaking of gifts don’t forget about the My Memories Suite Giveaway going on.
    So, as you can see I’m going to be a very busy mommy this month and well into next month.  I’m not complaining though because holidays are truly magical for our family.  It’s the time when we are our happiest and all together cutting the fool.
    Have you started any holiday yet?

  • Follow Friday

    Welcome to Follow Friday!!
    The linky opens every Friday morning for you to stop by link up and make new friends!

    Wanted to be a Follow Friday Featured Blogger?
     Just link up and you can see your blog in the spotlight next week!!
    To Participate
    ~Follow YUMMommy publicly via Google Friend Connect.  After all you wouldn’t want to miss out on all this awesomeness!!
    ~Link up your blog’s MAIN page. (No direct links to specific posts or other websites. Give readers a chance to choose what posts they want to read.)
    ~Follow as many of the other linked up blogs as you want.  Don’t forget to comment on one of their posts so they will know to follow you back.
    ~Last but not least, have FUN and make some new friends!

  • Memory Keeper

    Every family has a memory keeper aka scrapbooker.  Growing up my mom was the memory keeper out of her siblings.  She was always the one with the camera in her hand snapping candids at family dinners and holiday parties.  Then she would develop those pictures and put them in scrapbooks with each page custom decorated with stickers and cute little paper creations she’d either found or made herself.
    Well, I guess the torch of memory keeper has been passed down to me because I’m now the one who’s always behind the camera snapping pictures to store in scrapbooks.  And thanks to My Memories Suite, I don’t have to spend hours or hundreds of dollars hunting down scrapbooking accessories and stationery.  Instead, I can create, decorate and print out custom pages from the comforts of my couch.  They have lots of templates to choose from like this one
    This digital scrapbooking software gives you unlimited possibilities.  The best part besides being inexpensive is that you can also use it create birthday flyers, holiday cards, family newsletter and more.  You can choose your background, upload images, add text and much more.  In fact, I’m already working on creating a family Christmas card. (Yes, I’m that person.)  What do you think?
    Pretty good huh?  I’m thinking that I’ll be tackling invitations for Moo’s birthday party next.  Overall, My Memories Suite is easy to buy, easy to download and easy use.  And guess what? One of you lucky memory keepers will get the chance to see just easy this amazing scrapbook software really is.
    Yep, you can win your own FREE download of My Memories Suite by using giveaway form below.  Good luck.  Winner will be announced on Nov 9th!!  Meanwhile, you can stay updated on all their latest news by checking out their blog.
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    Disclaimer: This post is sponsored My Memories.  However, all opinions stated above are my own.

  • Goodies

    Look at was delivered to my door this morning!!
    A box full of goodies from Bloom.com.  I stumbled onto this site over on Plum District when I purchased a deals package for $40 worth of beauty goodies for only $20!!  And the shipping was FREE!!   The best part is that you can earn rewards or money off your next purchase when you shop at Bloom.com to go towards your next purchase.  You all know how I love savings!!
    Anyways, here’s a run down of everything I got.
    I’ve heard good things about CoverGirl’s Lipslicks. So, I got this one in Cutie.  I liked the name and the subtle color.
    Snappy Sorbet
    Lively Lilac
    Lickety Split

    I’m starting over from scratch with my nail polish collection.  These colors really stood out to me.  Moo has already tested them out with her Halloween manicure.  And it really does dry instantly!! Love it because she doesn’t have a chance to get any of it on her clothes or on the furniture.
    I’ve been on the hunt for some really good lip balm for a minute and decided to give this one by Badger a try.  It’s organic and doesn’t have any chemicals or preservatives in it.  And the Mocha Cocoa scent is helping me with my coffee craving.  I dabbed some on early and three hours later it’s still on there.
    Black Brown, Curved Brush
    I like that this is a combination of black and brown because sometimes straight black mascara gives my eyelashes a unnatural look and I don’t like that since I don’t wear fakes.  So, I’m hoping that this shade will do better.  And I’m looking forward to trying the curved brush for the first time.
    And I ordered 2 of the Aveeno Clear Complexion Cleansing Bars because my last pregnancy did a number of my skin.  And now it seems like the least little thing causes my face to breakout.  And with the all the natural ingredients in here, I’m not too worried about it being so harsh on my skin.

    If you haven’t shopped with Plum District for deal packages, I would suggest you at least sign up so you won’t miss out on anything good.  In fact check out this amazing deal they have going on right now.  And certainly give Bloom.com a try too. 

    Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this specific post.  However, I did use previous compensation from Plum District to purchase this deal. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

  • Goodies

    Look at was delivered to my door this morning!!
    A box full of goodies from Bloom.com.  I stumbled onto this site over on Plum District when I purchased a deals package for $40 worth of beauty goodies for only $20!!  And the shipping was FREE!!   The best part is that you can earn rewards or money off your next purchase when you shop at Bloom.com to go towards your next purchase.  You all know how I love savings!!
    Anyways, here’s a run down of everything I got.
    I’ve heard good things about CoverGirl’s Lipslicks. So, I got this one in Cutie.  I liked the name and the subtle color.
    Snappy Sorbet
    Lively Lilac
    Lickety Split

    I’m starting over from scratch with my nail polish collection.  These colors really stood out to me.  Moo has already tested them out with her Halloween manicure.  And it really does dry instantly!! Love it because she doesn’t have a chance to get any of it on her clothes or on the furniture.
    I’ve been on the hunt for some really good lip balm for a minute and decided to give this one by Badger a try.  It’s organic and doesn’t have any chemicals or preservatives in it.  And the Mocha Cocoa scent is helping me with my coffee craving.  I dabbed some on early and three hours later it’s still on there.
    Black Brown, Curved Brush
    I like that this is a combination of black and brown because sometimes straight black mascara gives my eyelashes a unnatural look and I don’t like that since I don’t wear fakes.  So, I’m hoping that this shade will do better.  And I’m looking forward to trying the curved brush for the first time.
    And I ordered 2 of the Aveeno Clear Complexion Cleansing Bars because my last pregnancy did a number of my skin.  And now it seems like the least little thing causes my face to breakout.  And with the all the natural ingredients in here, I’m not too worried about it being so harsh on my skin.

    If you haven’t shopped with Plum District for deal packages, I would suggest you at least sign up so you won’t miss out on anything good.  In fact check out this amazing deal they have going on right now.  And certainly give Bloom.com a try too. 

    Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this specific post.  However, I did use previous compensation from Plum District to purchase this deal. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

  • 5 Months and Counting

    It’s hard to believe that my little prince charming is already five months!!  Boy, the time has flown by so fast.  I often find myself just staring him as he sleeps.  It’s been a blessing to watch him change and grow right in front of my eyes and not have to miss a minute of it.
    So, what’s new with JJ.  Well, for starters he’s getting to be quite the big boy.  We’re up to 18 lbs now.  No, he’s not over weight.  Breast fed babies tend to be heavier and their weight levels off once they hit toddlerhood.   The pediatrician and nutritionist say that he’s right on target.
    We tried rice cereal a while back.  He seemed to like it the first time but has hated it every other time since then.  I’m thinking that maybe he liked the fact that he was getting food in his mouth more than the actual food itself.  I haven’t started him any other foods yet.  So, we’re back to just breastfeeding only. I’m not wasting money on cereal if he doesn’t want it.
    I think that we’ll start experimenting with baby food after Halloween.  I’m so proud of myself for holding off for this long because as soon as Moo hit four months, people were already feeding her table scraps.  (My family loves food!)  I’m also hoping that by waiting this long, his immune system has built up a little more and will not have as many food allergies as Moo does.
    He’s got the sitting up in the bouncer seat down.  I used to be able to leave him there and not be in a hurry to go unload the washer or whatever.  Not anymore.  I come back around the corner and he’s digging on the floor seeing what invisible dirt specks he can wipe up and eat with his hands.
    Now, laundry scheduled around his naps.  He’s fascinated by hair.  If he can get close to it, he will pull it. So, Moo is learning to keep her distance. LOL.  And I’m learning to wear my ponytail to one side when we’re in the house.
    He seems to be outgrowing his eczema a little bit.  We still have outbreaks but not as bad as they were in the beginning.  He’s finding his voice.  He can talk for thirty minutes at time now.  I haven’t clue what he’s saying but I’m sure it’s a list of toys he wants for Christmas.
    TV is starting to interest him just a little bit.  He’s a happy baby by nature (until he gets hungry) and laughs easily.  He hates having his hair combed.  And we’re in the thick of teething.  Anything and everyone is fair game for gumming.  I think that he’s going to be different and get a back tooth in first since he’s always trying to fit his whole teething ring back there.  Not to mention, whenever I rub the back gums with Oraljel, he calms down instantly.  We’ll see though.
    And speaking of seeing, I know that you all are wondering what my little man looks like now.  Check out the pic below that my sister took at my mom’s.
    Isn’t he handsome?!!!

  • YUMMommy Weekly

    Letter From The Editor

    Greetings,


             I know that some of you are probably used to seeing the YUMMommy Weekly as an email newsletter but since my earlier followers can’t subscribe because the html for button seems to have some kind of bug I’ve decided to just post the newsletter as a regular blog post instead.  Hopefully, when Google works out the kinks, we can switch back or not.  


            Anyways, can you all believe that it’s almost Halloween?  This month is going by fast and this year has gone by faster.  I’m really glad that I’ve already purchased costumes for my little ones.  It’s going to be a mad house these last few weeks with last minute shoppers raiding out whatever is left.  While I’m looking forward to celebrating JJ’s first Halloween, I’m really looking forward to the day after when all the candy goes on sale for 60 to 95% off.  It’s already on sale for 50% in some stores here. 


             I plan on stocking up and then using the candy as stocking stuffers for Christmas.  You can get like the big Halloween bags of Skittles and stuff to avoid being stuck with Halloween specific candy.  Plus, Moo and I are having joint parties this year since our birthday is in the same month and two weeks apart.  That candy will come in handy for treat bags.
             I also wanted to mention that I adopted a military base for YUMMommy and its readers to send coupons to. I know that there seems to be this misconception that military families are ballin’ and that’s not the case.  Prices overseas are double what they are here in the US and these families do not get pay raises to make up for the currency difference.  So, if you buy a Sunday paper and don’t use your coupons or if you only use certain coupons and throw the rest away please, please think about sending those coupons in so I can sort them and ship them out to our base.  Also, they can use expired coupons overseas. So, send those in too.
             I’m about ready to mail my first batch of coupons and will be posting about that with pictures.  In addition, next week I will be hosting a giveaway!!  So, you if you love crafting and scrapbooking you will certainly want to check the blog everyday to make sure that you don’t miss it!!  And I will be giving away a special prize when YUMMommy reaches 300 readers.  Again thank you to everyone who has been supportive, commenting, reading and spreading the word about YUMMommy.
    Until Next Time,
    YUMMommy

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