Thursday, April 30, 2009
Memories Through Photography - Birdwatcher
We got our Sinupret win the other day and the kids were ecstatic. It came with these cute little binoculars. My daughter played with them all morning but when I finally open the sliders and said she could go out she tossed them aside and went on the deck. She was out for about an hour when she quickly came in, ran around searching, found the tossed aside binoculars, and pushed past me saying, "watch out, I've got birdwatching to do."
Thursday Thunks
1. What color is your front door? It is, peeling paint white
2. We discussed our folks in previous TT so now tell me about your siblings. If you are an only child, tell me whether or not you wanted siblings, older, younger etc. I was the oldest of three. I have two sisters younger than me. One is only 11 months younger and we are close. We have very different personalities but I adore her. The other is 3 years younger and we are not close at all. I don't know her at all. We haven't spoken in over 4 years and before that another 2. There was never a fall out, we just don't speak. A lot of my new friends are shocked to hear I have a two sisters because she is never mentioned.
3. What color/type butterfly is your favorite? I love all butterflies but I am partial to the Painted Lady
4. Will you be celebrating Cinco De Mayo? Not a celebratory kinda way.
5. Oprah- love her, hate her, or don't care? I used to be able to say without a doubt, Love her. I haven't watched her in over a year so now I am more of a "don't care" kinda fan.
6. Are you worried about the spread of swine flu? I try not to spend time worrying about things I have no control over.
7. Hard or soft pillows? Pillows! I don't care really. As long as there is a pillow under my head, I will make do.
8. How many trees are in your neighbor's yard? Which Neighbor?
9. What was the color of the last car you saw? Why? Green!
10. When does your driver's license expire? Ummmm...maybe I should check that out. For all I know it is expired right now.
11. Look at the clock on your computer and type the numbers backwards. 133 (why?)
12. When you put your pants on, what leg do you put in first? I couldn't tell you. Is this a personality profile question?
13. How would you respond to this letter if you were an advice columnist.
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Girl, are you just ugly or is your body bad too? I have seen a lot of ugly women with husbands. If you have a great rack, dress those girls up and showcase them. Show off your best assets and the men will come running.
Or, walk into a bar or better yet these days, the stock exchange with a bag over your head, fan out the money and announce, "ugly, rich women, looking to share her homes, speed boat, and cars with someone". You will have your pick of men!! You better work it Giiiirrrlll!!!!!!
2. We discussed our folks in previous TT so now tell me about your siblings. If you are an only child, tell me whether or not you wanted siblings, older, younger etc. I was the oldest of three. I have two sisters younger than me. One is only 11 months younger and we are close. We have very different personalities but I adore her. The other is 3 years younger and we are not close at all. I don't know her at all. We haven't spoken in over 4 years and before that another 2. There was never a fall out, we just don't speak. A lot of my new friends are shocked to hear I have a two sisters because she is never mentioned.
3. What color/type butterfly is your favorite? I love all butterflies but I am partial to the Painted Lady
4. Will you be celebrating Cinco De Mayo? Not a celebratory kinda way.
5. Oprah- love her, hate her, or don't care? I used to be able to say without a doubt, Love her. I haven't watched her in over a year so now I am more of a "don't care" kinda fan.
6. Are you worried about the spread of swine flu? I try not to spend time worrying about things I have no control over.
7. Hard or soft pillows? Pillows! I don't care really. As long as there is a pillow under my head, I will make do.
8. How many trees are in your neighbor's yard? Which Neighbor?
9. What was the color of the last car you saw? Why? Green!
10. When does your driver's license expire? Ummmm...maybe I should check that out. For all I know it is expired right now.
11. Look at the clock on your computer and type the numbers backwards. 133 (why?)
12. When you put your pants on, what leg do you put in first? I couldn't tell you. Is this a personality profile question?
13. How would you respond to this letter if you were an advice columnist.
I am an ugly woman. I was an ugly baby and child even! It is a fact. I am 36 now and I have never had a boyfriend, and I am still a virgin.Why would you want someone to marry an ugly women? Someone should want to marry YOU! Ugly, pretty, rich, poor, smart or stupid, successful or a failure. Be yourself and your inner beauty will shine through.
Due to me not having men in my life, I have poured everything I have in to education and my career. At 36 I am the youngest (and first female CEO) at a big, successful, tech company. I have over 200 personal patents and millions of pounds in investments.
I have everything: huge house, holiday villa in Spain, 3 cars, power boat, a race horse, etc. but as much I try to talk myself into everything being “great” I cannot help but to miss that special someone to share it all with.
Most of my friends are married with kids and I feel like I am gradually drifting away from them also.
Where can I find someone to marry an ugly woman?
Depending on the mag I work for, I have two submissions.
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Girl, are you just ugly or is your body bad too? I have seen a lot of ugly women with husbands. If you have a great rack, dress those girls up and showcase them. Show off your best assets and the men will come running.
Or, walk into a bar or better yet these days, the stock exchange with a bag over your head, fan out the money and announce, "ugly, rich women, looking to share her homes, speed boat, and cars with someone". You will have your pick of men!! You better work it Giiiirrrlll!!!!!!
"You Smell Pretty Mommy" Winner Annoucement!!!
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A Thousand Words Thursday - Where Are All The Eggs?
This is my Goddess searching the field for some Easter eggs. She was having trouble finding them. The grass was tall and the other kids were much bigger. She managed to find 4 and I found 2 for her at the end. This picture just looks so sad to me.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Glamour Poll Results Are In
This week I asked, Is 13 too young, to read Glamour magazine? The reason was because my 13 year old niece had it with her the last time I saw her.
The results:
71% think 10-12 is too young
35% think 13-15 is too young
4% think 16-18 is too young.
Today, I had a chance to speak with her about the magazine. When I asked if she purchased it because Miley was on the cover she said, "yes".
When I asked if she read the articles, she said, "yes."
I asked if she felt the articles were appropriate for her age and if she felt Miley should be on the cover? She said, "in Miley's article it says something about how this is her first women’s magazine cover and talks about her Vanity Fair photo shoot".
That is when I got angry. There was so much controversy over Miley's Vanity Fair photo of her wearing a sheet and the supposed provocative shot of her and her Daddy.
This is so crazy to me, Miley wasn't on this the cover of Vanity Fair in June 2008 when her "con traversal photos" appeared. So, children (my niece included) didn't feel compelled to purchased the magazine. BTW...here is the cover. Are Miley fans going to purchase this magazine based on the cover?
Let's fast forward this post....Glamour cover, Miley...looking beautiful, young, wholesome and fun. The cover, colorful and yes, enticing to her very young fans.
Yes, Miley is dressed in these pictures. She looks full of energy, young and very ingenue. A big difference from Vanity Fair's photoshoot. But!!!!!!! The articles that her fans now have access to....are disturbing.
Go here for the articles that my niece and many of Miley's young, impressionable fan base can now educate themselves on.
So I ask, Why is it OK to put Miley on the cover of a magazine like Glamour with it's sexual content but not OK, to have her wear a sheet in an artsy photo taken by Annie Leibovitz?
The results:
71% think 10-12 is too young
35% think 13-15 is too young
4% think 16-18 is too young.
Today, I had a chance to speak with her about the magazine. When I asked if she purchased it because Miley was on the cover she said, "yes".
When I asked if she read the articles, she said, "yes."
I asked if she felt the articles were appropriate for her age and if she felt Miley should be on the cover? She said, "in Miley's article it says something about how this is her first women’s magazine cover and talks about her Vanity Fair photo shoot".
That is when I got angry. There was so much controversy over Miley's Vanity Fair photo of her wearing a sheet and the supposed provocative shot of her and her Daddy.
This is so crazy to me, Miley wasn't on this the cover of Vanity Fair in June 2008 when her "con traversal photos" appeared. So, children (my niece included) didn't feel compelled to purchased the magazine. BTW...here is the cover. Are Miley fans going to purchase this magazine based on the cover?Let's fast forward this post....Glamour cover, Miley...looking beautiful, young, wholesome and fun. The cover, colorful and yes, enticing to her very young fans.
Yes, Miley is dressed in these pictures. She looks full of energy, young and very ingenue. A big difference from Vanity Fair's photoshoot. But!!!!!!! The articles that her fans now have access to....are disturbing.Go here for the articles that my niece and many of Miley's young, impressionable fan base can now educate themselves on.
So I ask, Why is it OK to put Miley on the cover of a magazine like Glamour with it's sexual content but not OK, to have her wear a sheet in an artsy photo taken by Annie Leibovitz?
Maria's Space Last Mother's Day Giveaway This Year
Mother's are very special people. They are warm, caring, loving, nurturing, funny, optimistic and beautiful!
As we come to the end of April, Claudia of Mi Bazaar Latino brings you my last Mother's Day Giveaway of the year!
I know....Wahhhhh...don't be sad though, you will love her products as I do.
Before I show you what Claudia has selected as her Mother's Day offering. I wanted to tell you about her. Well, Claudia is a mom....ok, ok, I'll let her tell you. You know us bloggers, we never know when to stop typing.
"Hi, I am Claudia, a mother of 2 boys and tons of animals who is so lucky to be able to do what I love from home while spending time with my children".
This is one of the romantic pieces that drew me in. This is called Treasured Memories
Does this say Summer or what? This colorful cuff is called Tropicana Fun
Don't think she is just about jewelry, this one of her amazing hair adornments.
Interested????
Beautiful???
OK,
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: Claudia of Mi Bazaar Latino has offered to give one of my lucky readers, the beautiful pair of earrings below.
How to Enter: Visit Mi Bazaar Latino then come back and tell which one of her amazing pieces is your personal favorite! (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 13, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
*Favorite Mi Bazaar Latino on Etsy
*Make a purchase on Mi Bazaar Latino and get two extra entries
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
As we come to the end of April, Claudia of Mi Bazaar Latino brings you my last Mother's Day Giveaway of the year!
I know....Wahhhhh...don't be sad though, you will love her products as I do.
Before I show you what Claudia has selected as her Mother's Day offering. I wanted to tell you about her. Well, Claudia is a mom....ok, ok, I'll let her tell you. You know us bloggers, we never know when to stop typing.
"Hi, I am Claudia, a mother of 2 boys and tons of animals who is so lucky to be able to do what I love from home while spending time with my children".
Claudia, how did you get started creating such amazing pieces? "Ever since I was little I have been crafting, sewing, painting, etc... with the full support of my loving grandma. Ever since I can remember I have sold my arts and crafts to family and friends but never thought I could make a living from it until I quit my full time job about 8 years ago and started a floral/wedding business but with the birth of my second child had to stop due to the stressful demand so I started creating jewelry again and it just took off on it's own".
Where do you get your inspiration? "My inspiration comes from my floral garden plus Frida Kahlo and her love of flowers that adorn her hair and clothes".
This is one of the romantic pieces that drew me in. This is called Treasured MemoriesWhat do you love most about what you do? "I just love the fact that I can stay at home with my boys and at the same time make a living from my jewelry and hairclips."
Does this say Summer or what? This colorful cuff is called Tropicana FunIn 10 years, I want "I would love evolve my jewelry and take silver-smithing classes and to continue be as happy as I am now by the beach."
Don't think she is just about jewelry, this one of her amazing hair adornments. Interested????
Beautiful???
OK,
Now for the Giveaway Details:
Prize Description: Claudia of Mi Bazaar Latino has offered to give one of my lucky readers, the beautiful pair of earrings below.
How to Enter: Visit Mi Bazaar Latino then come back and tell which one of her amazing pieces is your personal favorite! (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 13, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
*Favorite Mi Bazaar Latino on Etsy
*Make a purchase on Mi Bazaar Latino and get two extra entries
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Wednesday Weirdness
1. Is there a particular smell that turns you on? If so what is it? There are so many. I don't like bad body funk. I also don't like the smell of garbage after you throw bananas in it. Not that I like garbage anyway but after a banana, watch out.
2. Have you ever tried or considered trying a Master Cleanse type method to lose weight? Never
3. When you browsing a book store for reading material, do you find yourself checking out a book solely based on the cover design? Of course. Usually I read the back and put it down. The cover more often than not, is just a good marketing tool.
4. Which 80's trend were you least happy to see come back this year; big shoulder pads or neon? Are they back? Where have I been?
5. How long do you think could you disappear for until someone would notice your absence and start looking for you? I have two kids under 6. I can't disappear for 12.8 seconds before someone calls me. Outside my children? Probably longer than I would care to even know.
6. Have you ever walked out of a movie and asked for your money back? Which movie(s) and why? I think I may have walked out of a movie I don't remember. Did we ask for our money back? Ummm...I don't recall.
7. Have you ever changed your plans because of something you read in your horoscope? Nope. I'm loco sometimes but not about horoscopes.
A Writing Contest and An Autographed Book Oh My!
You may recall my review of the adorable children's book, entitled Lily P. Badilly. You can see it here. My children loved this book. It comes complete with beautiful illustrations, a great story, funny characters and a CD that brings the characters to life. We still listen to the CD and my children's school has borrowed the book and CD twice already.
As if this great book isn't exciting enough, the folks over at Smart Poodle Publishing have been extremely busy. Check out their blog. They recently launched a really cool, contest in writing and art for grade K through 5.
When they told me about this, I couldn't be more excited. I have some talented nieces and nephews who certainly, should be entering...yes kiddies I am talking to you and your auntie wants to see what you can come up with.
The contest is called:
I Love Costa Rica’s Rain Forest! Young Travel Writers and Artists Contest
Here are the details:
Young Travel Writers Contest - This is a great summer project for children. It will keep them reading and learning.
Children from 5K through 5th Grade are invited to submit original stories and artwork to our I Love Costa Rica’s Rain Forest! Contest
First Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive these three prizes (Value listed):
* Rand McNally Personal Journeys World Pinable Wall Map ($84.99)
* Rand McNally Hard Bound World Atlas ($24.95)
* Kids' Travel Activity Bundle ($15.80)
Second Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive these two prizes (Value listed):
* Rand McNally Traveler Series Kids Illustrated Wall Map ($64.99)
* Kids' Travel Activity Bundle ($15.80)
Third Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive this prize (Value listed):
* World Knowledge Bundle ($22.90)
About the Essay
* The story should a real or imaginary travel adventure set in the Costa Rican rainforest.
* Read all you can about the plants, animals and natural environment (including preservation) of Costa Rica’s Rain Forest online and at your local library. Start with the Lilly Badilly website. www.lillybadilly.com/costarica.htm. Make sure you can find the country of Costa Rica on a map!
* In your story, include info about the real plants, animals, and natural environment of Costa Rica’s Rain Forest.
About the Artwork
* Draw, color or paint a picture (using any medium i.e. crayon, pencil, markers, paint) to submit with your essay.
* Your picture should be completed on an 8.5” X 11” sheet of paper & must be mailed to Smart Poodle Publishing along with Entry Form.
For a complete list of contest rules and how to enter please head over here.
Debbie, the voice of Lily P. Badilly, oh wait, here she is
speaking at a school in her Lily costume; has some really exciting news for my readers...
One lucky Maria's Space reader is going to receive their very own, autographed copy of Lily P. Badilly.
How to Enter: Visit Smart Poodle Publishing check out what they are doing over there, then come back and let me know who will receive the book and why you think they will enjoy it. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 12, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
As if this great book isn't exciting enough, the folks over at Smart Poodle Publishing have been extremely busy. Check out their blog. They recently launched a really cool, contest in writing and art for grade K through 5.
When they told me about this, I couldn't be more excited. I have some talented nieces and nephews who certainly, should be entering...yes kiddies I am talking to you and your auntie wants to see what you can come up with.
The contest is called:
I Love Costa Rica’s Rain Forest! Young Travel Writers and Artists Contest
All prizes were donated by Rand McNally’s online store at www.RandMcNally.com
Here are the details:
Young Travel Writers Contest - This is a great summer project for children. It will keep them reading and learning.
Children from 5K through 5th Grade are invited to submit original stories and artwork to our I Love Costa Rica’s Rain Forest! Contest
First Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive these three prizes (Value listed):
* Rand McNally Personal Journeys World Pinable Wall Map ($84.99)
* Rand McNally Hard Bound World Atlas ($24.95)
* Kids' Travel Activity Bundle ($15.80)
Second Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive these two prizes (Value listed):
* Rand McNally Traveler Series Kids Illustrated Wall Map ($64.99)
* Kids' Travel Activity Bundle ($15.80)
Third Place Winners in three grade categories (5K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade) will each receive this prize (Value listed):
* World Knowledge Bundle ($22.90)
About the Essay
* The story should a real or imaginary travel adventure set in the Costa Rican rainforest.
* Read all you can about the plants, animals and natural environment (including preservation) of Costa Rica’s Rain Forest online and at your local library. Start with the Lilly Badilly website. www.lillybadilly.com/costarica.htm. Make sure you can find the country of Costa Rica on a map!
* In your story, include info about the real plants, animals, and natural environment of Costa Rica’s Rain Forest.
About the Artwork
* Draw, color or paint a picture (using any medium i.e. crayon, pencil, markers, paint) to submit with your essay.
* Your picture should be completed on an 8.5” X 11” sheet of paper & must be mailed to Smart Poodle Publishing along with Entry Form.
For a complete list of contest rules and how to enter please head over here.
Debbie, the voice of Lily P. Badilly, oh wait, here she is
speaking at a school in her Lily costume; has some really exciting news for my readers...One lucky Maria's Space reader is going to receive their very own, autographed copy of Lily P. Badilly.
How to Enter: Visit Smart Poodle Publishing check out what they are doing over there, then come back and let me know who will receive the book and why you think they will enjoy it. (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 12, 2009 by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
Tree and Grass Allergies, Are Causing Quite A Stir
My kids are allergic to trees and grass and this time of year is pretty bad for them.
Today the pollen count was a very unhealthy 11.8 out of 12. The kids are fairing better than I would ever be.
We take a lot of allergy meds here. I wanted to mention that Claritin® is currently offering promotions on their Children's Claritin® product:
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Memories Through Photography - The Sibs
Here are my two babies. One is now, just 4 and the other going on 6 next month. It is crazy just how fast it all goes.I love playing with my photos on Picnik. They have such great tools to enhance your photos. The first picture is just kind of ok. It's too busy with all the distracting elements in the background. The second one I used one of my favorite Picnik features, called Ortonish. I have no idea what or who the hell Orton was but love the results.
In this photo I had asked them to stand together for a picture. For some reason, they got the stand together concept but never looked at me.
Oh well, it's cute anyway.
Monday, April 27, 2009
The Simple Women's Daybook - April 27, 2009
For Today...April 27, 2009
Outside my window... Sunny and hot but not as hot as yesterday. The buds are all in bloom and it is getting quite green almost overnight.
I am thinking... This time of year kills my kids. They have the worst allergies to trees and grass and both are suffering.
From the learning rooms... Learning to hit the ground runny.
I am thankful for... friends who tell me I am always positive.
From the kitchen... Not hungry today.
I am wearing... Capri jeans and a purple t-shirt.
I am reading... How I Got To Be The Person I Am, and Twilight
I am hoping... My business cards come in this week.
I am creating... A mess with all these clothes I pulled out of storage. I need to wash all this stuff.
I am praying... peace
Around the house... Tons of winter clothes and summer clothes that need to transition.
One of my favorite things... listening to music. I had given it up for a while when the kids were little but now that I have my Sirius MP3 player, I have fallen in love again.
A few plans for the rest of the week... Catch up, catch up, catch up
Here is a picture I thought I would share with you...
Music Monday - Butterfly Kisses
This song makes me cry every time I hear it.
This is the song I danced to with my Daddy at my wedding over 12 years ago. Now that I have a daughter of my own, I cry for a different reason.
This is the song I danced to with my Daddy at my wedding over 12 years ago. Now that I have a daughter of my own, I cry for a different reason.
Get Ready For Summer Giveaway Winner
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Yummy Mother's Day Giveaway - Tine Temptations
Mother's are very special people. They are warm, caring, loving, nurturing, funny, optimistic and beautiful!
I am so excited about this giveaway because it is my first yummy, sweet treat in my Mother's Day Giveaway.
Introducing, drum roll please.......................ratatatatatatatatatatat
Meet Melissa of Tine Temptations. She has a big heart as a nurse and in her spare time makes, sweet, tasty treats for us to eat. While surfing one day, with a growling belly, (never a good idea) I came across her Mini Marshmallows.
Mini Marshmallows, in sprinkle dipped but she also has them in Peanuts, Heath, Crushed graham cracker, Nerds, Chocolate shavings, & Oreo's
I had a chance to interview Melissa, here is my conversation with her:
Tell us a little about yourself? I'm an ICU Cardiac nurse I've been doing it for about 3 years. I've been baking ever since I was old enough to get in the kitchen and help my mom. I also started sewing at a young age. I've always enjoyed crafts and creating things. During college I worked at JoAnn Fabrics and did a few craft shows selling my purses to make some extra cash. Today I find baking a sewing a good outlet to relax from my intense and stressful work life.
What inspires you? Lots of things inspire me. If I see something in the stores my mind starts thinking of ways I can recreate it with my own style. I can spend hours in Michaels and JoAnn Fabrics. (A women after my own heart. I could totally max out my cards in those craft stores).
What other crafts do you love? I also love to knit and scrapbook. I find knitting very relaxing.
What are your favorite things to make? I love making cupcakes! They can always put a smile on someones face! There are so many different flavors you can combine and you can use creativity in decorating them!
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? In five years I hope that my business will expand locally and on Etsy so that if I'm lucky enough to be a mom in that time, I can be home with my child doing what I love and still be able to supplement my family's income.
Cake for Mom (cake bites)
In A Nutshell: What is not to like about this shop? Beside the yummy edibles, Melissa dabbles in other crafts such as purses, totes, wine glass charms, scarfs and more. It's your one stop shopping site.
Now for the exciting part...a Giveaway!!!
Prize Description: Melissa of Tine Temptations has offered to give not one, but two of my lucky readers, will each receive a purse of Marshmallow Bites.
How to Enter: Visit Tine Temptations then come back and tell me what you love about Melissa's site (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 11, 2009 (My Handsome's Birthday) by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
*Favorite Tine Temptations on Etsy
*Make a purchase on Tine Temptations and get two extra entries
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
I am so excited about this giveaway because it is my first yummy, sweet treat in my Mother's Day Giveaway.
Introducing, drum roll please.......................ratatatatatatatatatatat
Meet Melissa of Tine Temptations. She has a big heart as a nurse and in her spare time makes, sweet, tasty treats for us to eat. While surfing one day, with a growling belly, (never a good idea) I came across her Mini Marshmallows.
Mini Marshmallows, in sprinkle dipped but she also has them in Peanuts, Heath, Crushed graham cracker, Nerds, Chocolate shavings, & Oreo'sTell us a little about yourself? I'm an ICU Cardiac nurse I've been doing it for about 3 years. I've been baking ever since I was old enough to get in the kitchen and help my mom. I also started sewing at a young age. I've always enjoyed crafts and creating things. During college I worked at JoAnn Fabrics and did a few craft shows selling my purses to make some extra cash. Today I find baking a sewing a good outlet to relax from my intense and stressful work life.
What inspires you? Lots of things inspire me. If I see something in the stores my mind starts thinking of ways I can recreate it with my own style. I can spend hours in Michaels and JoAnn Fabrics. (A women after my own heart. I could totally max out my cards in those craft stores).
What other crafts do you love? I also love to knit and scrapbook. I find knitting very relaxing.
What are your favorite things to make? I love making cupcakes! They can always put a smile on someones face! There are so many different flavors you can combine and you can use creativity in decorating them!
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? In five years I hope that my business will expand locally and on Etsy so that if I'm lucky enough to be a mom in that time, I can be home with my child doing what I love and still be able to supplement my family's income.
Cake for Mom (cake bites)Melissa, sent me three different samples of her Marshmallow Bites. Please ignore the 4 year old smiling at the top of the photo. She was dying to dig in. I took about 15 photos asking her to please step away from the marshmallows, but she couldn't do it, and stuck her puss in every photo.
After the photo, I took out my little mini Bento Box hearts and put two bites in each heart. 1 for each of us. We ate our fill and couldn't decide on a favorite until we had three servings. I loved the butterscotch, chocolate the best and she loved the sprinkles the best. When I asked why she said "because they are the prettiest." I also love the pink, white and black coloring on the packets. These are great favor ideas for a girl birthday party or a graduation party. Love them!
After the photo, I took out my little mini Bento Box hearts and put two bites in each heart. 1 for each of us. We ate our fill and couldn't decide on a favorite until we had three servings. I loved the butterscotch, chocolate the best and she loved the sprinkles the best. When I asked why she said "because they are the prettiest." I also love the pink, white and black coloring on the packets. These are great favor ideas for a girl birthday party or a graduation party. Love them!
In A Nutshell: What is not to like about this shop? Beside the yummy edibles, Melissa dabbles in other crafts such as purses, totes, wine glass charms, scarfs and more. It's your one stop shopping site.
Now for the exciting part...a Giveaway!!!
Prize Description: Melissa of Tine Temptations has offered to give not one, but two of my lucky readers, will each receive a purse of Marshmallow Bites.
How to Enter: Visit Tine Temptations then come back and tell me what you love about Melissa's site (If this rule is not followed you will be disqualified).
Deadline: May 11, 2009 (My Handsome's Birthday) by Midnight
Do You Want More Entries? (PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH SEPARATE ENTRY. LEAVE ALL YOUR ENTRIES IN ONE COMMENT. I GO THROUGH EACH COMMENT AND I WILL ADD THE ADDITIONAL ONES TO MY SPREADSHEET).
*Favorite Tine Temptations on Etsy
*Make a purchase on Tine Temptations and get two extra entries
* Blog about this contest and link back to me (provide the link in the comment).
*Add me to your blogroll
*Follow me on Twitter , Tweet this and leave the link.
* Subscribe to Maria's Space (if already a Maria's Space VIP "subscriber", please let me know how you receive my feed).
* Post my button on your sidebar
A winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified within 2 days. You will have 3 days to claim your prize or another winner will be chosen.
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