Happy Valentine's Day

We gave the kids their gifts early since we are currently on the road. They both liked their gifts. The other was a sad attempt for my husband. He loves dark chocolate and that apple pie gum. It's the thought that counts...right? Hope everyone has a Happy Valentines Day!

What's in my purse (moving addition)

As I type this my house is filled with boxes. I am waiting for the movers to get here and load up our boxes. I am carrying around my large purse since we will be on the road for a week. So this is what's in my bag. In no order: coupon holder, sunglasses, agenda,iPhone charger (I am using my iPhone to blog and take pictures),make up bag with no make up in it haha,strawberry tic tacs,Eos lip balm and hand lotion,contact drops,eye drops, crotons from my lunch that I didn't eat,clutch wallet, a reusable bag in the shape of a strawberry, a hoodie, Mady's socks that she took off today,jelly belly beans,car keys,checks and cinnamints. I am ready to start this trip. I am just ready to get this month over with. I know by the end of the month we will nicely be settled in our new home.

Be happy :)

This woman is talking about my hometown. Yes, some of the stuff she says is true. No, I am not like the people she is describing. I really hope no one does anything to scare her or make her feel even more uncomfortable. She made a big mistake by going on Youtube to bash her current city. Military spouses have a saying "Home is where the (insert branch name here) sends us." I truly believe that. I was not crazy about moving to MD when we first got orders here back in '07. It takes awhile and you also have to put yourself out there. Not everyone speaks pure Spanish in Laredo. I for one was not taught Spanish by my parents (thanks mom and dad!). I did pick it up but I am not fluent. Oh well. There are people like her all over this world. I just don't let people like her "rain on my parade."

Feeding a picky eater on the road

Since we will be on the road for a week I know we won't be eating the healthiest. Usually lunch is fast food and dinner is at a sit down restaurant so that's when we can order veggies with our meal. Mady is such a picky eater at home I have to get some veggies in her any way that I can. Insert these little pouches. Some are packed with veggies that I haven't even tried (i.e. purple carrot and rutabagas.) She of course picked out the Princess pouches and we bought some sweeter fruit ones to use as snacks. I'm still clueless what I'll use to give my older son for a snack. He isn't as picky but due to his retainer and lip bumper he has quite a few items he can't eat at the moment. Ok back to cleaning out stuff.

Little ramblings...

I can't believe how close we are to start our long drive out to CA. I'm nervous because I'll be following my husband and kids. I'll be alone with our cat. My husband,family members,friends and even my kids say I drive like an old lady :/ I'm sorry I like to go under the speed limit. I'm hoping our trip doesn't take a full week.
Hmmm not sure what else is going on besides getting ready to move. I did go to TJ Maxx and found the cutest little earring and bracket organizer.

It was $15 and is double sided. I keep my nicer stuff in their pouches in my make up vanity. Also, I'm on a small sugar high for body products. The Philosphy 3 in 1 was also purchased on my TJ Maxx trip. The frosting anti bac is from Bath & Body Works. I really love sweet smelling stuff except when it comes to perfumes.

Not so Spinkles cupcake...

I bought a mix of red velvet cupcake from Williams-Sonoma because I've always wanted to try their cupcakes. Well, preparing their mix wasn't as easy as Betty Crockers' and maybe next time I'll use the correct beater that they ask for. They asked for a flat head beater but I didn't have one and thought it wouldn't make a difference. I'm sure by the picture you can tell that it did make a difference haha. The cake was still good but I am hoping with our upcoming move to CA that we will be able to go and visit the actual store.

Merry Christmas

So far it's been a great day here at home. The kids are busy playing with their new gifts. I got some great gifts from my husband,kids,parents and my MIL. I loved everything!! :)