DYSON Vacuum Giveaway!

I don't know about you, but I could REALLY use a new vacuum!!  I have an older model of a Dyson, the Slim 18 and I have loved it for the past 6+ years.  I think it is time to move up to a bigger model!!  With three little kids and one giant kid (my hubby !), I have put the Dyson Slim18 to the test!  It has been great, but time to move up to something a bit bigger!

The great thing about this giveaway is that TWO people will win.  When you enter the contest, you have the chance of winning one for yourself and one for a friend!

DYSON DC24 All Floors features the Ball Technology, allowing you to maneuver around your house with ease.  This is ultra-lightweight and compact.  Retail Value $350

All you do is:

1)  ENTER HERE!
2) Tell your friends to enter (Facebook, Twitter, Email, Blog)
3) One Grand Prize will be given to One Lucky Winner as well as One to the person that referred him/her.

Good luck!!!

Another Great use for Shutterfly!

3x5 Folded Card

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I just found another great use for Shutterfly! I have been a loyal customer of Shutterfly since my oldest child was a baby. I used it to save pictures and share with family and friends and to create our yearly Christmas cards. I have just begun using Shutterfly to create labels and fabulous note cards for my business as well. They are running a great sale right now on their Greeting Cards, Calendars and other Holiday gifts.

Check them out here

Also, please be sure to visit my website to see all the great smocked clothing we offer for both boys and girls.

Are Your Kids Destructive?

OK! So, we've been in our new home for about three weeks now and I'm about to go out of my mind!!!  My kids are little tornadoes....  How is it that I have managed in the past to keep my house clean, kids somewhat clean and well-mannered [most of the time ;)].....  Since we have moved into this new town and new home, my kids have managed to make me re-think my parenting skills - to put it mildly!!

At the end of week one - wild man #2 decides to knock over one of my lamps with his head.  It comes crashing down and shatters.  My fault for putting it within arms reach of a 4 year old I suppose!!

4 year old's destruction

And this morning - little princess decides to climb on top of my dining room table and dig through the potpourri in my crystal bowl and "decorate" the floor.  This was right after she dumped out a box of toys.  All of this in about 3 minutes!!  I was in the kitchen filling up a mop bucket getting ready to mop the living room when I hear something that sounds like glass being tapped........

2 year old's destruction

Of course, this makes me feel like "what's the point of cleaning"......if you know me, you would laugh.  I am probably one of the most anal people (my lovely family tells me so ALL THE TIME) about keeping my house clean and clutter-free.  Well, my house is FAR from clean and clutter free lately!!  If my parents or one of my siblings were to walk in my house right now, they would probably think I had certifiably LOST MY MIND!

My husband isn't of any help either....when I call to complain about he just responds with, "well you are in control of the situation, you shouldn't allow it to happen"... - ????  Am I supposed to tie up my kids so I can sweep, vacuum and mop the floors and get all the beds made, dishes done, meals prepared, laundry done?????

Moving over 3 states to finally be in the same house as my husband was supposed to be easier.....so far, it hasn't been any easier.

What's the point of my post today...I don't really know, just to vent -maybe.  But honestly, I would love to hear from other moms and dads that are home all day with their kids and hear what you do to keep your house clean and kids healthy, happy, etc??  Maybe once I get a bit more comfortable in this new town I will find something for all of us to enjoy and keep us all entertained and out of trouble!!

I would love to hear your kids' destruction stories too!!  Let me know I'm NOT the only one out there.......