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Saturday, March 21, 2009

Come party with us!

There's a party going on at 5 Minutes for MOM and you have to come party and meet friends and win prizes.

Ultimate Blog Party 2009

A few things about me:

** I am a SAHM with two wonderful children and I feel very blessed to be their mother. I live in Louisiana but I'm from the Caribbean island of Jamaica.
** God is constant in my everyday thoughts and my all belongs to HIM.
** I would rather recieve a potted plant than flowers.
** You will also come to know that I"m a music fan. I have to tap a strand to whatever is playing.
** I sometimes do sweepstakes and hope that I"ll win
** I"ll hug you if I am touched by your spirit. I love to give hugs period.
** I love chins
** I talk to my babies like they are another adult listening and interacting with me. I love breastfeeding my babies and wish I could have done it longer. I did not wean them...it just faded out.
** I loooove to dance and listen to music. Its in me bones!!! It would be great to have a best friend to just be down with no matter how I"m feeling.
** I'm a bookworm, I read just about everything!
** I want to adopt two kids
** I am still afraid of very loud thunders, I'd rather not be alone when its happening.
** I clean when I'm angry and frustrated
** I love my husband...I just don't know how to love him all the time.
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is out light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” ~ Marianne Williamson ~ from A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of a Course in Miracles ~
P - Pray
U - Until
S - Something
H - Happens


Here are a few of the prizes I'd really love to win, especially the Bilingual packages or Amazon gifts:

$100 gift certificate to either Pedal Cars and Retro or A Rocking Horse To Love
Provided by: 5 Minutes for Mom


Boca Beth Grande Bag
Provided by: Boca Beth LLC

Books $40 value: Let’s Get Ready For Kindergarten & First Grade!
Provided by: www.cedarvalleypublishing.com

$30 Gift Credit to Amazon.com
Provided by: Robynn’s Ravings

Spanish for Children DVD series.
Provided by: Bilingual Fun

$100 gift card to HomeGoods
Provided by: HG Openhouse

$50 gift certificate to born2impress
Provided by: born2impress

Spanish Language Learning Software from Peanut Butter
Provided by: Life is Sweet

Ergo Baby Carrier
Provided by: A Giveaway Addicted Mommy

Kitchen Aid Artisan Stand Mixer
Provided by: Moms Who Think

$50 gift certificate to Target Stores
Provided by: Shoot-Me-Now

Core Fitness for Mom DVD from Moms into Fitness
Provided by: Busy Mommy

...or 5, 21, 91, 15, 22, 25, 26, 53, 68, 75, 135,
43, 36, 83, 93, 99, 106, 118,
INTL 11, INTL 12, INTL 18, INTL 22 , INTL 30 , INTL 31, INTL 41, INTL 49 , INTL 54 , INTL 61 ,
USC 1, USC 2, USC 15, USC 29, USC 42, USC 45, USC 47 , USC 51, USC 56,



So come on over and hang!

213 comments:

~Sandy~ March 21, 2009 2:57 PM  

Happy UBP '09! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today...have a wonderful weekend :O) the the header picture on your blog...just beautiful!

Emilie March 21, 2009 3:45 PM  

Yeah! It's a party! Happy to have stopped by. Enjoyed your chocolate post! Hope to see you over at my blog! :)
http://babylovingmama.blogspot.com/

Laura Lee March 21, 2009 3:51 PM  

Thanks for taking the time to say hi!! Your blog is beautiful and I really enjoyed my--I mean, YOUR--visit to Hawaii. I think I'll follow you about for awhile. :D

Laura Lee March 21, 2009 3:52 PM  

Oh! and do tell how you like the Eggerichs' book when you finish. I read through it a few years back and it had such an impact. I prob should read it again.

Brandi March 21, 2009 4:32 PM  

Thanks for swinging by my blog! It's nice to meet you! I hope life is good! I will be swinging by again!

Linda March 21, 2009 5:55 PM  

Hi. Thanks for stopping by my blog. It's nice to meet you. This is my first UBP and I'm meeting lots of new people. Hope you are too.

Nicole March 21, 2009 11:14 PM  

Hi and happy blogging! This is my first UBP also and I am so excited to make lots of new bloggy friends. Have a wonderfull weeken.

Allena March 22, 2009 1:27 AM  

hi! thanks for stopping at my pad.
your profile pix is so beautiful! every blog i read i find new prizes that i must have missed.
have a happy party!

Aunt LoLo March 22, 2009 4:13 AM  

What a beautiful blog! Excuse me while I poke around...I know you won't mind. :-)

cmwheeler March 22, 2009 7:25 AM  

The header is indeed gorgeous. I actually gasped (in awe, not envy. Well, maybe a little envy!)

Thanks for dropping by my blog courtesy of the UBP, and I'll be back to read more!

Jennifer March 22, 2009 7:52 AM  

Thank you for visiting my blog. :) I am just now getting around to visiting other UBP participants. :)

mb March 22, 2009 9:13 AM  

Thanks for popping by my blog. Your family is beautiful. And I want to move into that pic on your header. Gorgeous. Have fun party hopping!

Kelli March 22, 2009 9:23 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog for the party!! Your little girl is adorable!! Enjoy the rest of the party!

candypb March 22, 2009 10:46 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Love to see that I have another opertunity to meet one of my sisters in Christ. God Bless

Miranda March 22, 2009 11:03 AM  

Thanks for stopping by Keeper of the Cheerios! :) Is that your home in the picture above? It's gorgeous! It's wonderful to meet you!

Bumpkin Bears March 22, 2009 12:01 PM  

Hi, thanks for popping by my blog. I loved seeing all your photos from Hawaii, what a great family you have :) Hugs, Catherine

Kris March 22, 2009 12:49 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love the picture in your header; it's beautiful!

Enjoy the blog party!

Vera March 22, 2009 1:01 PM  

Thanks for stopping by - it's SO nice to meet you! Gosh, I feel like I just took a mini vacation looking at your beautiful Hawaii pictures. You have a beautiful family!

Tamara March 22, 2009 1:21 PM  

Hey! Thanks for visiting my blog. I've enjoyed reading about your Hawaii trip. My family went in 1987...I bet a LOT has changed since then!

jodimichelle March 22, 2009 1:28 PM  

Thanks for stopping by! your trip to Hawaii looks amazing :)

www.jodimichelle.com

Sticky (not too) March 22, 2009 2:28 PM  

Hey girl -

Is that your house on the header? If it is, II am SO jealous (and I'm moving in!)

Thanks for coming by my party and inviting me to yours...Ive been hanging out looking at your beautiful family...wow...you are a lucky lady.

Love your blog - you have something special going on over here...so good to meet you.

momstheword March 22, 2009 3:33 PM  

I'm happy to meet you! This Blog Party thing is fun, isn't it? Loved your pictues of Hawaii, too cool! Beautiful, I wish I was there!

I have to agree with you about chocolate, it's to moan for!

RML March 22, 2009 3:51 PM  

I love your photos of your trip to Hawaii- I have always wanted to go there.

Thanks for visiting my blog!

Execumama March 22, 2009 5:24 PM  

Now why'd you have to go and put up such a gorgeous header and have me all island-sick when I won't be going home (Jamaica) until December?? Not nice at all...:) Great to e-meet you, and thanks for dropping by my blog. Your pics are beautiful and caused me to lurk around on your blog far longer than I intended!

Cindy Swanson March 22, 2009 5:33 PM  

Hi there! Thanks so much for visiting my party post and commenting! I loved my visit to your blog, especially your focus on faith! Blessings!

Hannah March 22, 2009 5:50 PM  

Hi! Thanks for stopping by! Love that header photo...looks like paradise! And your profile pic is just beautiful. Happy UBP!

T. Anne March 22, 2009 6:15 PM  

So nice to see you over at my blog!!!! What a BEAUTIFUL blog you have!

@sweetbabboo March 22, 2009 6:42 PM  

Thank you for stopping by my place as part of the UBParty 2009. I love that I'm finding so many new blogs to add to my regular reads. I don't know how I'm going to keep up though. Your family is adorable and I love hearing fun stories like your trip to Hawaii. That looks amazing.

Anyway, enjoy the rest of the party and we'll see you again soon.

-Abby

Tina March 22, 2009 7:08 PM  

Thanks for stopping by! Your blog is gorgeous - the picture at the top is just stunning. I want to live somewhere like that :)

Enjoy the party!

Comfort Joy Designs March 22, 2009 7:15 PM  

Hello! Poppin’ in from The Ultimate Blog Party…all the way from Queensland, Australia! G’Day! I hope you have time to visit my party soon.

I love Jesus, too!

Ta!

I want to invite you to the Mommie Daze Virtual Baby Shower that I am hosting May 15 to June 8. This is an international even and there are prizes! Stop by my blog for all the details.

Anne March 22, 2009 8:23 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love the picture at the top of your blog- looks so tranquil and beautiful!

Organizing Mommy March 22, 2009 8:28 PM  

Is the picture at the top of the blog of a place you've visited? or your home? It is lovely. Thanks for coming to my blog. Cute daughter. Interesting chocolate dude. Your husband, I assume? LOL

Graceful Mom March 22, 2009 8:48 PM  

Look at that photo in the header!! I wouldn't mind living there!:-)

BTW, thanks for stopping by my party in Dubai!

Mommyhood is Thankless March 22, 2009 9:22 PM  

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you are having an awesome time at the party!

mbduke March 22, 2009 9:31 PM  

Love your blog, especially the pictures of Hawaii. You have a beautiful family. Thanks for stopping by my blog. Happy UBP!!

Tricia March 22, 2009 9:51 PM  

Welcome to the party and thanks for stopping by my place! Have a great evening!

Blessings!

CC March 22, 2009 9:52 PM  

Oh my goodness your daughter is adorable!!!!!!!!

Hope you win something great. :)

scrappysue March 22, 2009 9:52 PM  

thanks so much for stopping by! i love your banner pic - awesome, and your daughter is such a cutie!

a_georgia_angel March 22, 2009 9:53 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my website. Nice to meet you. Great prizes & a great party!
http://www.ageorgiaangel.com/blog/?p=319

MommyAmy March 22, 2009 10:31 PM  

Thanks for stopping by! So far this UBP has been a total BLAST! Hope you're having as much fun as I am! :)

Cathy March 22, 2009 10:34 PM  

Hi UBP hopping late tonight, but wanted to say hi. I have decided I am going to live IN your blog! I feel like I have been on a mini vacation. You have a beautiful family, all my best. Cathy

Sarah @ Mom Balance March 22, 2009 11:32 PM  

Thanks so much for stopping by! I love (LOVE) that line "shyness does not mean weakness." Can I quote you on that?

Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality March 23, 2009 7:31 AM  

What a cute blog! Thanks for stopping by to see me from the UB party. I hope you'll come back again soon. I'm looking forward to making some new friends along the way too.

Kristie March 23, 2009 7:32 AM  

Thank you for stopping by my blog. It is nice to meet you! I hope you are having a great time at the party! :-)

Courtney March 23, 2009 8:07 AM  

thanks so much for stopping by! You profile photo and header photo are beautiful. I am so glad I stopped by as I am totally going to follow your blog. It looks great!

Beverlydru March 23, 2009 8:17 AM  

Thank you for stopping by Dancing With the Daffodils. The photo when I opened our blog took my breath away. A pleasure to meet you.

Misadventurous Mommy March 23, 2009 8:20 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog it's so nice to meet you!

And who wouldn't want to stop by your blog every day when you're greeted by such an amazing photo!

Contemplative Mom March 23, 2009 9:09 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my site. I enjoyed browsing your blog, especially the pictures of Hawaii! Enjoy the party.

Jena March 23, 2009 9:30 AM  

Welcome to the UBP! Thanks for stopping by my blog (crafty mom of 4 boys) and I've really enjoyed my visit to your blog.

Tia March 23, 2009 10:00 AM  

Happy UBP '09! Your site is gorgeous! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog this weekend!

Ashley March 23, 2009 10:06 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'd love to have you again soon!!

BTW... your header is GORGEOUS!!! I want to go back to Jamaica!!!

Jenny86753oh9 March 23, 2009 10:30 AM  

Hey! I'm ditto-ing everyone comment about your header...WOW! I also LOVE your blog name.

Isn't this year's UBP a hoot?

Christina @ Cutest Kid Ever March 23, 2009 11:19 AM  

What a beautiful header photo you have! Thanks for stopping by my blog. It's nice to meet you as well. :-)

abc123vn March 23, 2009 11:31 AM  

Sorry I stayed a bit before I commented! Thanks for stopping by my party! I love your Hawaii post and I love how honest you are! Thanks for sharing...I will be stopping back by!

Lynette March 23, 2009 11:32 AM  

Like your website. The house on the top page is beautiful...looks cozy.
Nice to meet you and will look forward to coming back!

Rhonda March 23, 2009 11:39 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my place! You have a gorgeous family, good getting to know you. Have fun at the party!

JeanieBeanie March 23, 2009 11:46 AM  

OH I will take that All Girl trip to Hawaii. Woudn't that be the funnest ever!!! Thank you for stopping by my blog.

Debz March 23, 2009 11:59 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog.
Your blog header is simply beautiful!
Your daughter is too.
Have a wonderful week.

Trixie March 23, 2009 12:13 PM  

Hello,

Thanks for visiting me, it's nice to meet you! I've enjoyed reading several of your posts. What a nice opportunity for your family to see Hawaii and get to visit family at the same time. I also love the creative name you came up with for your blog.

Take Care,

Trixie

Kelley March 23, 2009 12:28 PM  

Ahh, what a beautiful header! Sure looks good from where I am sitting huddled in a sweater and under a blanket!

Have a great day and thanks for stopping by my UBP.

Stephanie @ BizzieMommy.com March 23, 2009 12:38 PM  

Your header makes me want to go on vacation. Instead I'm sitting in my work cubicle. Argh. Happy Partying!

LadyBug-Kellie March 23, 2009 12:58 PM  

Ohhh that picture in your header is amazing!! Can i go there right now lol!! Thanks for stopping by!

sunnymama March 23, 2009 1:07 PM  

Hi, thanks for stopping by at my blog and nice to meet you too! Love your header picture.

Lissete March 23, 2009 2:00 PM  

Thanks for stopping by! Your kids are beautiful.
Enjoy the rest of the party!

Alyson and Ford March 23, 2009 2:16 PM  

Returning the favor - thanks for commenting on my blog! Wonderful reading your profile and meeting your children!

Alyzabeth's Mommy
Enter our six month celebration giveaway!

Secret Mom Thoughts March 23, 2009 2:47 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. It is nice to meet you. Happy blog party week.

Colleen March 23, 2009 2:50 PM  

Hi! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog party. I'm glad you enjoyed my post.

I have to tell you I just LOVE your header. I think I could leave that up on my screen all day and just pretend I'm there enjoying the palm trees and sand. sigh.

Little Ladybug Designs March 23, 2009 3:20 PM  
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Nadine March 23, 2009 3:21 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. It's nice to meet new bloggers. Hope to see you again soon.

Little Ladybug Designs March 23, 2009 3:22 PM  

Hi

Thank you for stopping by my blog! Is that header taken in Jamaica? We went there on our honeymoon and 5 year anniversary. Wishing I could go back. It's absolutely beautiful there! Happy Partying!

Custom Photo Announcements & Invitations
http://www.littleladybugdesignsblog.com

Tori, Jessie, Ria, Kat, and Tea. Who is next? March 23, 2009 3:49 PM  

Your header picture is awesome! Thank you for visiting my blog. I enjoyed looking through your trip to Hawaii. Lucky lady. Hope you continue to enjoy UBP!

MBB Founder and Editor Denene Millner March 23, 2009 4:09 PM  

Hey there! My goodness, what a peaceful place! Thanks for stopping by my blog party--I hope you had fun traipsing around! Your family is lovely...

Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting March 23, 2009 4:31 PM  

The header on your blog is AMAZING!I want to live there!!! If that is your house, I'm comin'! lol

Happy to make your acquaintance! Thank you SO much for stopping by and commenting! How much fun is this blog party thing, huh??? :)

EllyBean March 23, 2009 5:10 PM  

I love that you wrote "Shyness does not mean weakness". Some people see me as shy and growing up i was. I am a bit to myself but people I do think and know see me as a weak person which is not that case.

Thanks for stopping by from the party!

Lisa ~ TheScrapPrincess March 23, 2009 5:42 PM  

Your blog is breathtaking! It makes me want to vacation right now :) Thanks for stopping by my blog and I hope you are enjoying UBP '09!
~ Lisa - TheScrapPrincess

Hillary March 23, 2009 6:12 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog-it's great to meet you!

Happy blog partying!

Nicole Feliciano March 23, 2009 7:32 PM  

I'm partying too! Thanks for stopping by Momtrends and I hope you win some prizes.

Scattered Mom March 23, 2009 8:03 PM  

Thank you so much for dropping in Notes From the Cookie Jar! :) I've been having a great time reading all the comments and then visiting various blogs to meet everyone. The picture in your header is amazing-and I love your blog name :) I'll be back! Hope to see you again soon.

Sherrie March 23, 2009 8:21 PM  

Thanks for partying with me at the UBP '09. We went to Jamaica on our honeymoon (Ocho Rios), and we are soooo wanting to go back one day. Have fun partying!

homeschoolceo March 23, 2009 8:51 PM  

Hi,
Thanks for visiting my blog and introducing me to yours. Your photos are gorgeous! And I love the marker lipstick, LOL.
I also love Marianne Williamson. Great quote.
:D

thestitchinchicken.com March 23, 2009 8:52 PM  

Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog! This has been great fun! Your daughter is adorable!

Yolanda March 23, 2009 9:13 PM  

It's so nice to meet you! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog for the party. Your babies are beautiful- enjoyed visiting your blog :)

kim d March 23, 2009 9:40 PM  

Love the picture on your blog, how nice! Thanks for stopping by my blog and nice to meet you! Have a great week :)
Kim
www.shopwithmemama.com

Eve March 23, 2009 9:44 PM  

Hi! Stopping by the party to say hello. I love your blog, and the design. I have a multicultural family as well, and love connecting with other families like mine.
Hope you will stop by my blog when you get a chance.
http://arewethereyet-thejourneyitself.blogspot.com

Aimee Wilson March 23, 2009 10:30 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog at Occasions To Savor. When your blog opened, the picture took my breath away and I just stared (haha!) What a beautiful scene! Glad to be partying with you and hope you're enjoying the UBP as much as I am.

Savor life's best,
Aimee

mommywiztwo March 23, 2009 10:41 PM  

Hi there. I love your blog! And I'm jealous of the helicopter ride.

Thanks for your visit.

MommyWizdom

womenandmothers March 23, 2009 11:46 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Great blog and great title.

Great partying!

NateAndJakesMom March 24, 2009 12:13 AM  

Well JamericanSpice - I am thrilled you are joining the Party!!

And what a party you are having!! How'z about those comments?!! over a 100??? You are one popular girl!!

Much love to you!

Brandy March 24, 2009 2:57 AM  

Thank you for stopping by my blog! It's nice to meet you :) I also don't like very loud thunder, and I also clean when I'm upset or frustrated. :)

Becky March 24, 2009 5:00 AM  

When you're mad you can come to my house and clean it for me, ok? Thanks for partying with me!

Becky @ http://thevioletfig.com

Fruitful Vine2 March 24, 2009 5:23 AM  

Thanks for visiting my party. Isn't this UBP fun? It's my second year doing this. Nice meeting you.

Jennifer March 24, 2009 6:17 AM  

Oh what a beautiful blog you have! Thanks for stopping by my party!

Susie March 24, 2009 6:46 AM  

Happy UBP!! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such sweet comments. I hope to see you back there soon:-)

Rebekah March 24, 2009 6:56 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog party! I've thoroughly enjoyed reading your blog, as well - hope to see you again soon!

Sherry March 24, 2009 6:58 AM  

Great to meet you! Hope you are having as much fun as I am on this party trail meeting new people! :D Thanks for stopping by my blog!

Heather of the EO March 24, 2009 7:03 AM  

Hello! Thank you for stopping by my party :) First of all, I LOVE the picture on your header AND your profile pic is beautiful too. I also love the quote in your party post, it's one of my favorites. What a delight to meet you. Happy partying,
Heather

Yummy Boy Mummy March 24, 2009 7:40 AM  

So nice to meet you (via the UBP!). :) Gorgeous photos. Look forward to stopping by more often.

Sarah Mae March 24, 2009 8:21 AM  

Hi there! Love your intro post - the chins thing is very funny! I too love giving hugs! :)

Jennifer March 24, 2009 8:22 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my site! I love your Hawaii photos - I hope to go there someday!

~ jen @ j-wag

jubilee March 24, 2009 8:37 AM  

You are so right: shyness does not mean weakness. It's a lesson I've had to personally learn.

I love the quote you put at the bottom of your post. There is a lot of truth there.

Also, I love my children's chins! I am always kissing their chins.

Deb - Mom of 3 Girls March 24, 2009 9:06 AM  

Hi and thanks for stopping by my party post! Happy blog partying to you! :)

Prpldy March 24, 2009 9:21 AM  

Visiting from UBP and wanted to say "Hi!"

BrendaLea - The Purple Lady

http://prpldy15.blogspot.com/

Tracey March 24, 2009 9:37 AM  

Thanks for stopping by and visiting my blog! I'm loving the party and being able to find great "new-to-me" blogs to visit! Have a great day!

Marianna March 24, 2009 9:44 AM  

Happy UBP! Thanks for visiting my blog, it's nice to meet you. Have fun partying!

Beth March 24, 2009 9:47 AM  

Thanks for stopping by! It's so nice to meet you! Have fun partying! I know I am!
~Beth@It's a Wonderful Life

Joye @ The Joyeful Journey March 24, 2009 9:49 AM  

I love your blog--you sound like a beautiful person! And the pictures of Hawaii are the things of my dreams!!

Christine @ Live Laugh Love March 24, 2009 10:00 AM  

What a pleasure to "meet" you through the wonders of the Ultimate Blog Party 09! I thoroughly enjoyed your blog, your introduction had me smiling, some things we share in common to be sure.
Music is life happening in my ears!
Also
P - Pray

U - Until

S - Something

H - Happens

Was a favorite saying of my grandmothers, I used to make her handmade bookmarks with this on them for her to pass out amongs her friends and those that were simply in need. Seeing that again, made me remember and smile :)

I thank you for stopping by my place and spending some of your precious time with me there. That too made me smile :)
I trust and pray that this finds you and yours well and truly blessed! :)

I'm a new fan of you blog, I'll be watching and looking forward to getting to know you better.
Be Blessed!

Carole March 24, 2009 10:30 AM  

Your blog is absolutely beautiful in design and content. Thanks for coming by my blog (www.plus-size-blog.com) through UGP. I am definitely a new fan of yours and have subscribed.

Wendy@RuensOnTheRun March 24, 2009 10:45 AM  

Thanks for visiting my blog. Happy UBP 09!
You have a beautiful blog! Jamaica and now Louisiana - good places for a music lover!

Melanie March 24, 2009 10:52 AM  

Hey, thanks for stopping by! I've seen you around and you may have entered one of my contests. Your blog is beautiful and I love all the pics from Hawaii. Looks like it was a great time!

Melanie

Robynn's Ravings March 24, 2009 12:11 PM  

I don't know where that picture is but, if I'd could crawl through my monitor you'd have to pry me outta there with a CROW BAR!!! I just want to sit and LOOK at it for longer then would be mentally healthy. LOL

Hey, thanks very much for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. I LOVED your bio of yourself.

I, too, am a Christian and also teach high school Sunday school - love me some kids. I have two of my own and I was a long-term nurser. Hannah-Bo was 2 1/2 when she weaned herself and The Wild Man was just past 3. I will always be GLAD they had that start and we had that time together! :)

And we are also music lovers here (and players and singers and writers). I'm with ya. Get me groove on wherever there's music and that's not always good! LOL

Anyway, I joined up to follow 'cause I don't wanna lose you. Maybe you'll feel led to do the same but either way, I'll be back. :) Blessings to you!

Girly March 24, 2009 12:26 PM  

Stopping by on the blog party - wow - you have a TON of comments! wow!

littlebear March 24, 2009 12:39 PM  

Whoa, you have a ton of comments! Well, add me as yet another reader, because I'll probably be coming back! :) Thanks for visiting me!

Sheila March 24, 2009 1:14 PM  

Hello, it's so very nice to meet you! I am having so much fun getting to know about other bloggers!

Have fun at the party!

AmyG March 24, 2009 2:55 PM  

Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog, via UBP! That's a beautiful header you have. Looks so inviting and peaceful.

Enjoy the party!

Jennifer March 24, 2009 3:08 PM  

I find that I also either clean or eat when upset and stressed. Sigh. Loved the quote at the end of your post...thanks for sharing it!
Have fun!
Jennifer

Shawna March 24, 2009 3:40 PM  

Beautiful blog header, and I love the picture below -- Marker Lipstick. How funny! I have a three year old daughter and one due any day now. I feel so blessed just reading your blog. Thank you for stopping by Teen Lit Review. You can also stop by my other blog, Scamp's Place (about me family), if you get a chance.

Angie March 24, 2009 4:02 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Love yours! Having a blast meeting people and reading their blogs. Have fun at the party!

conversationswithmoms March 24, 2009 5:10 PM  

Thanks for stopping by. I agree with the potted plant preference.

Thanks for the PUSH acronym. I've never heard it before.

beloved Mama March 24, 2009 6:29 PM  

thanks for visiting Beloved Mama! I'm enjoying my visit to your blog! I'll have to stop by again soon :)

Chic Mama March 24, 2009 6:52 PM  

You have a great little blog here! Love it! I will definitely have to stop back by- I think we have a lot in common! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

MamaArcher March 24, 2009 7:03 PM  

Hi there! It is so nice to meet you! What a calming and relaxing place you have here in blogland! I liked your list and think we have several things in common, however, I do LOVE thunderstorms.
Blessings!

Brendan March 24, 2009 7:06 PM  
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Monica March 24, 2009 7:11 PM  

Great to meet you and learn a bit about you! I'm enjoying the UBP party, too...my first!

Blessedw5mom March 24, 2009 7:59 PM  

Loved your Party post and things about you!
We have a lot in common! Happy Blog Party and God's Blessings to your famiyl!

http://growing-in-rejoicing.blogspot.com/

MaryAnne March 24, 2009 8:44 PM  

Thanks for visiting my blog! I prefer potted plants to flowers too. I love your "shyness does not mean weakness" statement in your banner.

Sweet Pea March 24, 2009 8:45 PM  

WOW! I have been blessed by your blog. You are an inspirational lady. Glad I've got to meet you through this blog party! May God bless you over and over again!!!

Melanie March 24, 2009 8:52 PM  

Hi.. nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by to visit me for the party earlier in the week.

I love hugs, too!!

Mommie Daze March 24, 2009 9:05 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Hope you're having a great time UBP hopping!

Quiskaeya March 24, 2009 9:29 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog! Love the header. I am Haitian and my husband is American so we have a multicultural/racial family as well.

Jen March 24, 2009 10:01 PM  

Hello! So nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by Creative and Curious Kids for the big blogging party!! Loved reading about you and your family- very inspirational. Will be back to your lovely blog! God Bless!

Jen

Lucy March 25, 2009 7:55 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog.

I enjoyed sifting through yours. Love your header, guy eating chocolate and pictures of your little ones, they are adorable!

Jadehollow March 25, 2009 8:45 AM  

Hey Jamerican..
Thanks for stopping by Jadehollow! Awesome family pictures .. love your header photo!
Hugs..
Debbie

Tara March 25, 2009 10:06 AM  

I love your post!!! My favorite quote of all time.... i have it hanging in my office!!

buttercup March 25, 2009 10:48 AM  

Nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by my blog, the Grotto, I am having a lot of fun meeting new and interesting bloggers!

Daniele March 25, 2009 2:17 PM  

hello! party hopping and glad to have found your site...I too love the quote from M. Williamson, thanks for posting. come by if you can, I'll be back!

Andrea March 25, 2009 4:55 PM  

Nice to meet you! Thanks for visiting my blog. It looks like you've been a busy party hopper! Come visit me again sometime. http://thetraintocrazy.typepad.com

Danielle (Life with the Hewitt Family) March 25, 2009 4:56 PM  

I love the picture in your header. I wish I was there relaxing right now!

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love the quote in this post!

budgetsarethenewblack March 25, 2009 6:49 PM  

Wow, so many comments to get lost in but I have to tell how much I am enjoying your blog -- beautiful photos from Hawaii! -- and when I read your header I thought we must be sisters in a former life, except I would say, "Do not mistake kindness for weakness." Oh, and I'm blond;)

Kathleen W. March 25, 2009 7:41 PM  

My goodness girl! Look at all these comments! That's amazing!

I had to re-add my post to the linky, since it was somehow deleted (only noticed it yesterday too).

And I too like potted plants better than flowers, although I'd never turn down a bouquet.

Fran March 25, 2009 10:28 PM  

Greetings from the Philippines!

I'm visiting from UBP site in 5M4M and I hope you're having fantabulous time. :)

Hope you pop by and visit my party place here.

Thanks. :)

~Fran

Janna Bee March 26, 2009 8:46 AM  

Hi! Love your blog and especially your profile picture- beautiful! Thank you for stopping by my blog!

Shasta March 26, 2009 8:49 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog! I just love your header saying "Shyness does not mean weakness" So true!!

Heather March 26, 2009 9:37 AM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog for the UBP 09! Hope you win one of those prizes! Have a wonderful day!

ashley:) March 26, 2009 11:57 AM  

Man I didnt dream for this blog party to be so much fun, who was I to think...come join me at my page sometimes, when you have time. Have a blessed day!

Baba March 26, 2009 12:35 PM  

Hi! So very nice to meet you! I am a bookworm too. I read anything I can get my hands on. Your photos are beautiful! Party hopping hippie grandma here in Colorado trying to restore an 1880 Victorian Stone farmhouse with hubby. Hehe it's taking forever. I am participating too so stop in for a visit.

Tati March 26, 2009 12:56 PM  

Hi just wanted to spread the word about my blog for teaching kids Spanish. www.wannajugarwithmigo.blogspot.com

Kathi. March 26, 2009 3:13 PM  

LOVE your site!! just stopping in for the party! your daughter is just precious! Hope you're enjoying your day!

Storm March 26, 2009 9:14 PM  

Thanks for visiting my blog(s). I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to leave me a comment.

Petula March 26, 2009 9:17 PM  

I'm so glad you came by during the UBP... it's very nice to meet you. Your blog header is absolutely beautiful - I could just sit here at stare at it.

Good luck on winning something... hope to see you around.

Atomic Mommy March 26, 2009 9:45 PM  

Love your blog! I would love to visit Jamaica!

Kat
http://atomicmom.typepad.com

~LL~ March 26, 2009 10:27 PM  

HEY! Happy UBP!!!

Hope to see again. Your blog is beautiful. I would love to see you come out for Making a Happy Home Monday.

Trish March 26, 2009 11:07 PM  

Thanks for coming to my party! Love the list of things about you - it's great to really get to know more about someone like that.

Tiffany Aller March 26, 2009 11:08 PM  

Here to visit for the Ultimate Blog Party - thanks so much for coming to see me at 0 to Mom! I'm with you on thunder storms - I become a whimpering baby when I hear that boom! I'm a bookworm as well!!

Danica's Daily March 26, 2009 11:26 PM  

Thanks for stopping by my blog to say hi during the UBP09. I LOVE that picture at the top of your blog and of coursge getting to know a little bit about you. Thanks for sharing.

Monica March 27, 2009 3:51 AM  

I enjoyed visiting your blog today! Thanks for visiting DailyDwelling. It sounds like we have a lot in common.

Suzanne March 27, 2009 5:49 AM  

I like your header, it's like I'm walking up the path to a friends house and a great evening of dinner and conversation awaits...

Never2Late2Save March 27, 2009 3:52 PM  

Thanks for visiting my blog and I love you header picture. Enjoy the rest of the UBP.

Heather & Chaos March 27, 2009 6:12 PM  

Stopping by from the UBP! Hope you enjoyed this week as much as I did!!! =) Thanks for the comment on my blog!

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