tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51921113753634335262024-02-20T04:12:24.920-05:00Getting Here From ThereMusings and Random Thoughts of a Wife and Mother Living Day to Day in SuburbiaDMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.comBlogger129125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-62593674774494883392010-01-21T11:53:00.002-05:002010-01-21T12:29:29.273-05:003 Months LaterHello everyone . . . So here I am, 3 months later, looking at the date from my last post and thinking, "Where the hell did 3 months go?" Time flies when you are sleeping. :) I would like to say thanks to everyone for keeping me in their thoughts over the last few months and continuously checking in. Please know that it made me feel so good, every time I checked my email and saw one of your DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-52769695046708567232009-10-22T10:57:00.003-04:002009-10-22T12:11:03.393-04:00The Reason Why . . .As you've all probably been well aware, my posts have become VERY infrequent. I know that it is probably not on the top of questions that must be answered list as to why, for all my bloggy friends out there, but still, I feel the need to at least "briefly" explain.A few years ago, I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy. You know, the sleeping disorder that is stigmatized with people who drop to the DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-65183089969401425902009-10-19T08:49:00.004-04:002009-10-19T09:43:14.340-04:00A VERY Generous Offer and a Great Place To Shop TooSo although I have been the very bad blogger as of late, I have still browsed the internet occasionally - I mean, come on, a shopper needs to shop, even if it is just perusing her fave shopping spots for a quick minute or two. Anyway, I have discovered a GREAT jewelry sight (handmade of course). Not only does she have some great pieces, but you absolutely MUST check out her prices!!! Lu Shae DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-35868932321161934542009-09-18T17:37:00.002-04:002009-09-18T17:44:32.629-04:00In A NutshellI know I have not been very good about keeping up with not only posting, but the giveaways link as well. I don't really know what it is that I have been so busy doing, but I feel like I just can't get out of my own way lately. I think I just need a break from all the social obligations, facebooking, blogging, coupon searching, form filling, child toting ways of my life for a bit. Anyway, until DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-68176638811009225932009-08-31T18:36:00.005-04:002009-08-31T18:55:21.966-04:00She Has To Be One Of The Coolest Bloggers EVER!So, if you have been perusing the Great Giveaways link on my sidebar at all (and yes, I know I have to get with it on posting - I have been VERY behind the eight ball this summer) then you probably noticed the link for Peachy King's Lauren Nicole Badge Reel Giveaway.Lauren Nicole has got to be one of my favorite places to shop in the first place and I have to admit that I have bought quite a few DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-7488486847136307062009-08-31T10:00:00.010-04:002009-08-31T10:22:33.985-04:00The Family Photos are InAs you all know, Mr. P has quite a large family. The funny thing is, the people within the family always seem to be changing. Who is married, divorced, had babies, new step-children, etc. etc. etc.For this reason, Mom-In-Law requests a new family photo every so often. And this year was one of those years. As well as a large family photo, she always has 2 other requests. The first is that DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-35826855957604994002009-08-20T11:26:00.008-04:002009-08-20T12:13:42.594-04:00We're Back and I Need A VacationHave you ever noticed that when you take a vacation, you always need a vacation when you get back? It doesn't matter where you go, who you go with, or what you do . . . You are always tired, stressed and just plain strung out when you arrive upon your doorstep. So, I will be spending the next few weeks regrouping, doing laundry and reorganizing from our little trek to "The Rock". Not to DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-69263449095214802062009-08-12T13:05:00.005-04:002009-08-12T13:25:48.824-04:00Going To The RockWe are heading to Prudence Island for a little whileOr as I like to refer to it, "The Rock". You see, there is nothing there but houses. No stores, no restaurants, no bars, nothing, nada, zilch. Sometimes it will drive you batty - others - just what the Dr. ordered.Arriving can get a little frazzling - you see, the only way to get there is by boat, and if the seas are not cooperating, it can beDMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-68274324657182238162009-08-07T12:01:00.002-04:002009-08-07T12:06:58.856-04:00Let The Secret OutLast night I was invited to a dinner for the non-profit organization I used to work for. Because I was a part of a very special program, it is very close to my heart. I was very saddened to learn that things do not look good for our program in the little old state of RI as far as funding is going. I decided to write a letter to our local papers and magazines in hopes of spreading the word and DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-19382579889785186642009-08-06T13:25:00.001-04:002009-08-06T13:27:04.474-04:00Please Excuse My AbsencePlease excuse my absence as of late. It has just been a whirlwind of activity in our little corner of the universe. Will update soon.DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-9278605705383872472009-07-23T20:19:00.003-04:002009-07-23T21:26:28.544-04:00Eldest Cherub Still Alive and Other SagasOh where to begin? So many updates and happenings, I really don't know where to start or what to say. I guess I'll just dive in and see where it takes me. So here goes . . .You'll be happy to know that Eldest Cherub is still alive. I did not kill him, although I did look into a few of our homicide laws and have prepared a statement in my defense . . . just in case . . . I JEST!! Really, DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-87128224837412380962009-07-16T12:15:00.006-04:002009-07-16T12:58:58.275-04:00Northeast Mom Slays Eldest CherubYes, my friends, you just may possibly see this headline soon. Eldest Cherub (and I use the term Cherub very loosely right now) is a big fan of Air Soft Guns. Sometimes I worry about him, and wonder if he will be the child that turns terrorist later on in life. He loves his guns, he has a complete arsenal that includes everything from handguns to shotguns to automatic weapons and he takes careDMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-78719264119109906722009-06-29T10:13:00.003-04:002009-06-29T10:34:04.541-04:00Check Us OutMr. P's GalleryIf you have read some of my past posts, then you are all very well aware of how much I hate this recession. Although Mr. P is still busy, his larger accounts have cut WAY back. Unfortunately, the first thing to go in this economy has been the big spending on advertising with many of our clients. We have been busy little beavers, trying to drum up new work and have actually DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-61194882782131807362009-06-28T08:40:00.002-04:002009-06-28T09:50:13.571-04:00They Just Don't Make Them Like They Used To (Part 2)So, as it goes in the world of Me and Mr. P, our smelly septic saga continues. As you read in my last post about our lovely leachfield, we thought that our Power-Super Shock Miracle Cure was working. This was after our three out of 5 sunny days that we have had in the month of June. I suppose that it is not the fault of the procedure we are trying, but the fact that Mother Nature seems to be DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-30473340282977477082009-06-25T08:29:00.008-04:002009-06-25T10:36:56.505-04:00Little Miss B Is Stylin'If you're anything like me, then your pets rank right up there with your children. My lovely Little Miss B has brought us more joy in the last year than words could ever express. She is sweet and lovable. She is quirky and fun. And just like my Dear Cherubs, I want her to have only the best.Little Miss B is one stylish pup and a very spoiled one at that. She has more collars and matching DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-66470668222391447932009-06-15T11:28:00.007-04:002009-06-16T09:45:35.063-04:00They Just Don't Make Them Like They Used ToThe saying, "They don't make them like they used to" is so very true. We have lived in our house for 13 years. It was supposed to be the "transitional" house. You know, the one you live in until you can afford what you really want. But as it goes, we fell in love with the area, the people, and yes, even the school system is quite good. We decided to stay. In the years we have lived here, we DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-75400973669662649392009-06-08T11:15:00.003-04:002009-06-08T11:33:33.387-04:00Losing ItNothing beats the perfect beach day in New England. The cloudless, blue sky, hot and steamy, life is good, by the water weather that summer brings. I miss this. It seems to me that in the last 2 or 3 years, these perfect New England days have been few and far between. We have had plenty of cold. Lots of snow. And definitely more than our fair share of rain. Where are those beautiful DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-4301168098627195462009-05-29T13:07:00.000-04:002009-05-29T13:08:21.482-04:00UUGGGHHHHHHHHRAIN, RAIN GO AWAY!That's all folks . . . DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-77554595837854898662009-05-27T20:16:00.006-04:002009-05-27T20:44:49.932-04:00How To Be Annoying In An ElevatorCame across this today while surfing online (it is from listology.com) - it made me laugh out loud - probably because I was trying to imagine myself ACTUALLY doing any of these things. Hope it makes you laugh too.How To Be Annoying In An ElevatorWhen there's only one other person in the elevator, tap them on the shoulder and then pretend it wasn't you.Push the buttons and pretend they give you aDMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-28658147934126471502009-05-22T09:15:00.005-04:002009-05-22T10:33:35.098-04:00I Won - 2 Things - What a Great Day!!!First off, I'd like to say thank you so much to Pretty Personal Gifts.blogspot for sending me the One Lovely Blog Award. Not that I really deserve it, because I feel like I have been such a bad blogger as of late. But I appreciate the gesture anyway . . . And just for that, I'd like to put in a little plug for her amazing retail store, Pretty Personal Gifts, they carry so many great and DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-10203325221408395762009-05-20T13:35:00.002-04:002009-05-20T13:54:37.872-04:00Ode to AllergiesNew England's weatherContinues to jestPollen aboundsSo clogged I can't restCold, snow then some rainNow trees are in bloom"When will this end?"I think, full of gloom.I tell Mr. PI hate living hereHe smiles that smile"When we retire, my dear."Retirement seemsSo far, far awayHow can I live hereFor many more days?Summer it seems Gets shorter and lessI spend less time sunbathingAnd more such a DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-84889651343365126142009-05-11T10:44:00.004-04:002009-05-11T11:52:05.153-04:00A Good MotherA Good Mother . . . Is StrictEspecially compared to "everyone else's mother"She expects FULL potential and won't settle for anything lessIs SoftGenerous with praise when she catches her children doing something rightShe feels and shares happiness and pain EVERY DAY of her children's livesIs the resident Cook, Cleaning Lady, LaundressShe provides a balanced diet, a roof over her children's heads DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-21444541649464994142009-05-07T17:37:00.001-04:002009-05-07T17:41:27.653-04:0031 Days of GiveawaysFantabulously Frugal is hosting 31, yes 31 days of amazing Giveaways. Click here to check them all out and enter - as well as learn about some great deals that are out there right now.DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-59496534973470196862009-05-04T18:44:00.009-04:002009-05-04T20:02:00.317-04:00Giveaways GaloreIf simplicity in style is your thing, then check out this link. The Hip Hostess is hosting a Giveaway with Gems by Em. Head on over and leave your comment to enter. While you are there, make sure to check out the Gems by Em Etsy Shop and see all the other beautiful pieces she has to offer. This Giveaway ends May 31, winners will be announced on June 2.Check out these beads! The Giveaway Diva DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5192111375363433526.post-35190132494444647352009-05-01T20:11:00.003-04:002009-05-01T21:19:04.011-04:00The Right Thing To SayMr. P and I were having a conversation about one of the lovely blogs I have found recently and was reading. I was telling him that she had 2 children VERY far apart in age. This got us discussing friends and family members with same. As most of our conversations usually do, this one took a quite circuitous route through many, many topics - from age difference in siblings, how old is too old to DMLDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05340146574306003720noreply@blogger.com5