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Monday, May 20, 2013

True To Myself - Summertime #Music - 4Ms

Monday, May 20, 2013 Blog hop, music 10 comments

I'm a little late today, but I'm here. We've had a hard weekend of me trying to get my son to have a wonderful day on his birthday.

I will come visit you all.
Let's bring on the summer music.

Our theme is SUMMERTIME SONGS! Don't forget to throw a theme at me that you would like to do when you get a chance.

Welcome to today's music. I hope Monday find you with a smile and music to begin your week with light steps.

I'm always coming to visit everyone on the linky so don't worry if I'm a bit late!

CONGRATULATIONS to this week's spotlight dancer!

Don't forget to visit the spotlight dancer in the #1 spot. Soon it might be your turn.

Thank you for visiting and I'll visit you soon!

Hosts:

Colette @JamericanSpice

Marie @XmasDolly

Stacy @Stacy Uncorked

and

Cathy Kennedy

Honorary Co-host:

Becca - Everyday Life

Steps:

1. Visit YouTube (or other) and get your music for the theme of the week

2. Grab our "Monday's Music Moves Me" button (above)

3. Add your post to the linky - follow the hosts and grab our buttons. Leave a note so we can follow you back

4. Visit each other and leave a comment or whatever you want to do to let them know you were there. See if they have the same music style as you. Enjoy the music!

You can also join

Colette is a busy mom of 2 kids focusing solely on being a mom. She hails from the Caribbean and now balances the full life of being a SAHM and dabbling in odd jobs to help around the home. She enjoys sharing her memories, hopes, food, travel, entertainment, and product experiences on her blog. Please read my disclosure
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Saturday, May 18, 2013

When Mommy Becomes Dancing Ballet Daddy

Saturday, May 18, 2013 family, My kids, My Life 8 comments

The dance performance is near and I realize today that my hands are clammy, thinking about going on a big stage and dancing in front of so many people.

Not that I haven't done that before. I did dancing on stage with other kids as a child and even won a dance competition in a club, out of 15 other couples, as an adult.

So why the clammy?

I usually have lots of practice sessions (except that one at the club which was just a spontaneous thing, being pick out of the crowd), and usually feel confident about my moves.

We didn't get much time to practice and I feel tumbly. I like to feel in control.

Of course today Saturday, in a few hours, we'll have another session, but gosh I just want to be confident in my moves so that I do not embarrass my precious daughter.

It is a daddy-daughter dance, but her father is working all this month and will not be able to attend. I was happy when he showed interest and deflated when I realize he wouldn't be able to make it. As things sit, I just want him to be involved as much as possible in his children lives before they grow up and realize he is away.

I'm honored to dance with my beautiful daughter. I LOVE dancing and if I could find a dance place, I'd go dancing myself. No clubs. Just a dance theatre.

So once again, I'll be on stage with the beautiful little ballet girls, twirling my moves.

I don't care who will laugh. You should see all the big daddies practicing along with us. There is just two women, me and another who is a grandmother. I wish it was all daddies. If my daughter had uncles or grandfathers here, I would have such hope of them filling in.

Good thing I'm strong enough to throw her up on my back and up and around in the air and all that, but gosh I keep thinking I'll have to stop feeding her this month!!

There is so much to learn and so much to be done before the 25 and 26 and we know how fast the days go.
Dance moves to learn,
I must practice putting her make up on.
Think how to get the bun right.
Bags with costumes and food.
IDs and passes.
I should begin making a list because this clammy isn't going away and I cannot panic!

Have your little one been to daddy-daughter dance before?
Did you have one as a child?

Colette is a busy mom of 2 kids focusing solely on being a mom. She hails from the Caribbean and now balances the full life of being a SAHM and dabbling in odd jobs to help around the home. She enjoys sharing her memories, hopes, food, travel, entertainment, and product experiences on her blog. Please read my disclosure
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Spring's Surprise #Book Blast + Amazon/Starbucks Gift Card

Saturday, May 18, 2013 books, giveaways 13 comments

It is Spring. One of my favorite seasons. Everything blooms and smells and birds all a twittering in their beautiful language. I love it. This is also the perfect time to take a blanket out there on the grass and lounge with a book...any book for a couple hours.

I haven't yet done the blanket on the grass, but I sure did in my soccer chair and in the swings at the parks. Yes I'm that swing hogger :)

So you do understand Jane's point of view right.

What book are you reading this spring?

“The person, be it gentleman or lady, who has not pleasure in a good novel, must be intolerably stupid.” ― Jane Austen

Spring's Surprise

Sara Michaels is single again. And she’s celebrating her thirtieth birthday with a complete spa makeover and a day of boutique shopping with her two best friends. After a ten-month battle for freedom, a long weekend in Nashville, Tennessee is just what she needs to erase the memories of a broken heart.

Jack Tanner is the soon-to-be new partner at Chester & Dorsey Development Firm. Jack’s love life has been on the back burner for years as he’s built a successful career. But the moment he meets Sara, he takes a hard look at his life and his priorities.

Sara steps out of her comfort zone and spends an unforgettable weekend with Jack. She’s never felt so carefree. Until she realizes too late that three days can change everything

On Sale May 15, 2013 Read an Excerpt

Winter's Magic Owner of La Bella Vita, a five-star day spa nestled in the affluent suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, Beth Sergeant knows her elite clientele first hand. She attended their private schools.

She was even engaged, although briefly, to one of their most recognized bachelors. But she never fit in to their social-elite world. After losing his parents to a car accident at a young age, Nick Chester was raised by his grandfather, the wealthiest man in Nashville.

When he chooses to socialize, he has a never-ending list of exclusive events and beautiful women vying for his attention. Yet he never lets himself forget that everyone has an agenda. Beth can’t resist Nick’s charm and accepts an invitation to dinner, despite her deep-seated insecurities.

She proves she’s nothing like other women he’s dated and learns to trust him in return. But just as the last of their resistance crumbles and true love is within reach, challenges from Nick’s past threaten to destroy everything and force Beth to reveal her most guarded secret.

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Colette is a busy mom of 2 kids focusing solely on being a mom. She hails from the Caribbean and now balances the full life of being a SAHM and dabbling in odd jobs to help around the home. She enjoys sharing her memories, hopes, food, travel, entertainment, and product experiences on her blog. Please read my disclosure
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Friday, May 17, 2013

Britax B-Ready Summer Travels Event

Friday, May 17, 2013 giveaways, Pregnancy and Baby 6 comments

I remember after my son how much I wanted a stroller. I think someone had given me a used one and I was so very grateful! I used it for everything. It was my taxi service, especially that I couldn't yet drive. Oh the stories I could tell using that stroller.

Here's your chance to win in the Britax Summer Travels Event!

Welcome to the Britax Summer Travels Giveaway

Organized by Mom to Bed by 8 and co-hosted by Plum Crazy About Coupons and Stay a Stay at Home Mom.

My stroller didn't come with a carseat, but it was still a great have. This system will be perfect for you mom or mom to be! Come enter and share with family and friends! They might just gift you!

One lucky winner will receive a Britax B-Ready Stroller and B-Safe Infant Carseat!

Giveaway ends June 17th at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck.

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MyPerfectGift.com Father’s Day - Coleman Road Trip Collapsible Grill LXE

Friday, May 17, 2013 giveaways, Holidays and Special Events 6 comments

Another Father's Day rolling around with mine missing. I guess all I can do is pray for him and hope all ends well in God's timing.

However if I had a father, I'd just want to hang out with him all by myself for a day. And well if I find my father, it would be the same thing. Just sit and talk or play some game for a day.

Time is the best gift a child can receive.

Do you know what dad wants for Father's Day?

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Have him create a FREE MyPerfectGift.com registry and you will know exactly what to get him!

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Create a registry with at least 3 gifts or add to an existing registry. {sign-up with one click using your Facebook info} ~ When you sign up please use the letters “MPM” in the “Referred By” box.

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Organized by: Mom Powered Media

Hosted by: Baby Costcutters, Mom to Bed By 8, Powered by Mom, Giveaway Booster, and Filipino Pork Recipes

Giveaway ends June 14th at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Disclosure: To be eligible to win this giveaway you must create an account and add at least three items in your registry. If you already have a MyPerfectGift registry just add a gift to your existing registry to be eligible for this giveaway. I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. JamericanSpice is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. This event was organized by MomPoweredMedia please contact tina@babycostcutters.com with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!

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Colette is a busy mom of 2 kids focusing solely on being a mom. She hails from the Caribbean and now balances the full life of being a SAHM and dabbling in odd jobs to help around the home. She enjoys sharing her memories, hopes, food, travel, entertainment, and product experiences on her blog. Please read my disclosure
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Thursday, May 16, 2013

Man On A Ledge - How Far Would You Go To Defend Your Honor?

Thursday, May 16, 2013 Entertainment 10 comments

I'm watching the "Man On A Ledge" movie. Have you seen it?

Quite entertaining and keeps you at the edge of your seat. At least it did for me.

Must I say how it reminds me how much I love the engineer minds :)

And Ed Harris, isn't he a good evil actor? :) He never disappoints.

An ex-cop turned con threatens to jump to his death from a Manhattan hotel rooftop. The nearest New York Police officer immediately responds to a screaming woman and calls dispatch. More Officers arrive with SWAT and tactical command along with fire-fighters. The police then dispatches a female police psychologist personally requested to talk him down from the ledge. However, things aren't as straightforward and clearcut as they appear to be.

What movie are you waiting to see?

Colette is a busy mom of 2 kids focusing solely on being a mom. She hails from the Caribbean and now balances the full life of being a SAHM and dabbling in odd jobs to help around the home. She enjoys sharing her memories, hopes, food, travel, entertainment, and product experiences on her blog. Please read my disclosure
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Plummet Falls Adventure Waterslide #Giveaway!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 giveaways 3 comments

I had the chance to go on a fun waterslide before and I didn't take it. Can you say chicken? Next time I'm all over it. Except the next time seems to never be coming. Oh well, if it will happen if it's supposed to. Now here is a chance for you to win this awesome Plummet Falls Adventure Waterslide #Giveaway!

It is summer and we know how much we'll be yearning to either have a pool or a waterslide or anything with water to cool off and keep the kids happy. So come enter!

Welcome to the Summer Adventure Event featuring Banzai Plummet Falls Adventure Slide Water Park Giveaway!

organized by: Mom to Bed by 8

Special thank you to our co-hosts: Celebrate Woman Today, Capri's Coupons, Jack of all trades, Master of Mom and The Nurse Mommy.

The Plummet Falls water slide/pool allows kids to plummet down the Banzai waterslide, refresh in the splash pool and get drenched in the falls, all without leaving the backyard. This water slide park comes with everything you need for hours of summertime fun.