I am still around, PROMISE!

Hi ho my blogger friends! Man it has been a while since I have blogged. Life is just plain crazy and time goes way to fast. So here is a quick (everything I do is quick now that I have a 2 year old on my hands) update on life around here with a little randomness in between.

In June for Logan 10th birthday (we are in the double digits now, remember?) we took the kids to Great Wolf Lodge. Wow, we had a blast and can't wait to go back. I HIGHLY recommend it if you have one near you.

In August our Noodle turned TWO...say what!? I just hate how fast time goes these days. We did a circus themed party this year and it was awesome. He is a 33lb, silly, sweet and oh so cute little guy that keeps us on our toes everyday!

In September, my big kids went back to school. This is the last year they will be in school together until Logan is a senior and Abby is a freshman, CRAZINESS! Also, this is the last year they will ride a bus together. Again, time please slow down!

October marked 17 months (where I started) since I started my AdvoCare journey and I am proud of myself for sticking and staying for 17 months to become a healthier mama for not only myself but my 3 kids. I will ALWAYS be thankful for AdvoCare and speak of it with passion because I believe it taught me it is not about dieting but a lifestyle...one I will live the rest of my life. I LOVE helping others see how it can change their life. If you've been waiting & watching, today is YOUR DAY! I wouldn't wait another second to say yes. I would love to coach you & help you reach your goals too!

This past weekend Matt and I had a date night that was long over due! We didn't do anything crazy. just dinner and a little shopping/browsing. Time with this guy makes my heart so very happy! He is the love of my life, best friend and I can't imagine doing life with anyone else! <3

That is all I have! I will try to touch base more often than every 4 months, haha! Hope everyone is doing well and happy Monday! :)

the blog slacker award goes to...

YOURS TRULY!!!!!!!!!!!

What a complete slacker I am. It has been way to long since I blogged because life is beyond crazy these days. I am not even sure were to start. Christmas was low key and relaxing, which was nice but Matt didn't get much time off so that kinda sucked. Kids loved everything they got and Lucas was so fun to watch this year.

New Years day we took the kids to the National Harbor for the Gaylord ICE! thing (not sure what to really call it). It was super super cold so we walked through it super super fast, haha! After that we ended up at Georgetown Cupcakes (imagine that, haha) and then head home. It was a great family day that of course went by way to fast.

Kids went back to school after winter break but have not had a FULL week back yet. Between super cold temps and snow storms we have been getting to sleep in a lot. I am totally not complaining! Matt hasn't had to work any storm trouble so that is an added plus. Thank you fluffy light snow!

The weekend of the 10th Matt and I went on our first ever mini trip for AdvoCare success school. Leaving the kids (especially Lucas) was so hard. We left Friday morning the 10th and drove back over night Saturday, getting home at 4am Sunday.  It was totally worth it for the amazing training we got plus the kids had fun with my parents.

This past Saturday was our 11 year wedding anniversary. Where has 11 years gone!? We had a nice dinner out at Bonefish, followed by a few errands and were back home by 9:30pm! I know, party animals! haha

Logan and Abby are both doing great in school and enjoying the snow days. Lucas is changing so much week by week. I love seeing his personality come out. He is still doesn't talk but is doing amazing with signing. I think his first and only word at this point is "Hey" which is totally adorable!

Well that has been life around here the last month or so. Hope everyone is doing well and has had a GREAT start to 2014...I know we have!

Abby's turns 7...say what!?

Our sassy, long legged, not so little, sweet girl turned 7 last week and Saturday we ROCKED out for her birthday. 

I can't even begin to tell you how happy I was with her outfit. It is hands down my favorite birthday outfit EVER. I pieced it together...shirt from Old Navy (clearance rack for $1.55), I made the tutu, leg warmers from MoDern Totz, arm warmers were from an ebay store, boot are ones she had from Payless and the necklace was from Sugar Beads. 

It all came together better then I could have imagined!

The cake was so pretty, I didn't want to cut into it. Just when I think our cake lady has created the best cake she goes and does another that is even more amazing. It was of course super yummy too! (picture really doesn't do it justice)

I made the banner, invitations, signs and centerpieces. I got the tutu poms from Sweet Party Shop.

 

We did just some yummy snacks, punch and cake.

Matt cut out guitars from foam poster board for the kids to decorate. That was a BIG hit with the girls and boys!

Abby had a blast...I say that means it was a big

SUCCESS!!!

Wordless{ish} Wedneday ~ looking back over the years!

First days of school!

Not sure when he grew up exactly but this mama doesn't like it! *sad face*

She has turned into a sassy little thing in one year! haha

Abby's Dance Recital photo dump!

This is going to be a big ol' photo dump. Abby did awesome and she is excited for the next one! Enjoy!

Can she look anymore grown up!? 6 going on 16 I tell ya, haha!

Big things coming...

Hey there loves! Happy Friday! This week went super slow for me. How about you!?

I want to share what I have coming up next week because I have some pretty exciting thing happening here on the blog!

Tuesday, May 14th an iPad giveaway goes live! If you don't have one you need to enter this for sure. I love my iPad! I got it for my birthday last year and can't live without it! The hubby and kids like it too! Best gift/purchase ever in my book.

Wednesday, May 15th I have two things happening. The second Hump Day Hop! A big thank you to everyone who linked up this week! Hope you will join us again next week! Second is a Canon Rebel giveaway goes live. I have a Canon Rebel XSi and love it. It takes fabulous high quality pictures. If you have ever wanted one then this is your chance to get one, FREE!

Friday, May 17th I might link up for Coffee Date Vlog with Rags to Stitches. I have never done a vlog so I am still trying to decide if I really want to. I love watching Heather's over at Cookies For Breakfast each week. Fingers crossed I don't chicken out, haha!

That's an exciting week, am I right!? Hope everyone has a great weekend! Our is going to be busy but fun! Also, want to wish all the mama's out there a Happy Mother's Day!

I leave you with this face! When did she get so big!? This is from 2010...she was 4 and a lot less sassy, haha!