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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

What makes me lucky

Sometimes it can be hard to pick yourself up when you're feeling blue, but its important to remember all the things that we're lucky for. Its something that I struggle with everyday, pulling myself back to the reality that is the wonderful life that I'm lucky enough to live. So when I saw that Socialmoms and Redbox were sponsoring a post about being lucky I couldn't help but jump on the bandwagon.

My daughter: I have a daughter who is amazing, she is so smart and has a sense of humor. She loves me no matter what and while I don't like to admit that I break down in front of her, she is always there with a hug and a "ahh mum mah" when I am feeling my bluest. I'm amazed everyday that she is so compassionate at such a young age
My family: It was hard and scary to leave my baby's father when I did. Its still hard, but I'm lucky enough to have the family that I do around me. I have people who are always trying to give me a break or lend an ear to my problems. They give me the space that I need and when I get overwhelmed with being at my mother's house there is always a place to stay,
Annabella's Father: I know I just spent some time talking about how hard my life is without him. But he has been very understanding of my emotions throughout this breakup. He not only is always on time with child support, but he forgives my pissed off and somewhat erratic e-mails that can come from me being angry. Its helpful to be able to talk to the person who you are so angry at and know that they are still here for you
Italian food: Okay you know I had to throw food in there, lately its been PIZZA, PIZZA, PIZZA, for me! I love it, maybe its not the healthiest of diets, but it certainly makes me feel better when I sit down to a slice covered in mozzarella, sausage, and some sliced mushrooms.

These are simple, but these simple things are really important in my life. They are what holds me together at times they are what keeps me sane. They show me that my life could be worse and that I'm only working to make it better, with time I know that I will be right in the place that I want to be. I'm glad that I have this list to look back on and I hope it encourages all of you to write down what makes you so lucky in your life.

Another reason to feel lucky? Check out the Redbox refer-a-friend program you spread the word about Redbox to your friends online and you'll earn credits for FREE redbox movies!! What a fun idea!

So what makes you feel lucky??

“I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and redbox blogging program, for a $25 Walmart gift card from redbox. For more information on how you can participate, click here.

Panera Bread+New Items = yum!!

I went over to Panera Bread the other day and OH MAN!

Was I excited about the new items on the menu

Okay so I'm not gonna lie, I used to be a Panera FREAK!, Almost every day I was in there for the portabella sandwich with some french onion soup. (Hey it was close to work) And the food was so yummy.

After a while I moved out West, I stopped going to fast food places. Not that I really consider Panera fast food, but its easy to go to the salad bar at whole foods.

Thats till recently, I discovered the Thai Chopped Chicken Salad at my local Panera bread! Yep a salad a the bread store. (Of course I get my carbs in with one of those yummy rolls)

The salad was tangy, peanuty, citrusy and a bit spicy. I loved how the chicken was cut up already so I didn't have to try cutting it up on top of the salad. Of course I always love how Panera uses regular plates when they serve some of their food. Its so much greener and better for the environment.

I also tried the new Wild Berry Smoothie. I really liked how it didn't taste like fake sugary fruit like most of the smoothies that I get when I go out. Although Annabella finished most of it, but it was something that filled her up and I could feel good that she was eating. Its even made with stoneyfield yogurt. Which I know from experience doesn't have crap in it. Its less then 300 calories and made with blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and black raspberries. High in B vitamins and we all have heard about how healthy berries are to add to our diets lately

I am so excited about the new menu items at Panera Bread and I can't wait to check out more of them next time I'm over in the area.

Be sure to check out your local Panera for these and many more menu items!

I recieved a gift card for Panera Bread for this review, all opinions are my own. I did not receive any cash for this review.

Out too lunch with my bestest

Planning a post when I get home

We're back in business folks!

Monday, March 7, 2011

Sorry Everyone

I want to appologize for the lack of content on the blog lately

Its been a pretty stressful couple of weeks so I'm tying to get back in the swing of things

Please bare with me. I have some great things coming up

Friday, March 4, 2011

WINNER!

We have a winner for "Exploiting my baby, because its exploiting me"

Lucky #2 (chosen via random.org)

Keisha's Giveaways and Things said...

I was paranoid about things happening to me while giving birth maybe like something bad would go wrong so with all my pregnancy i made sure to make a living will in case .. lol. but after giving birth thoughts just went away. id love to read this one!!

Congrats Keisha! I'll be sending you an email today

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Spring at Pier one

This post brought to you by Pier 1. All opinions are 100% mine.

Sping is here, I fear my dear, my poach is looking drab

It all came clear, just head to Pier, and now its looking fab!

Alright, now that we have gotten some poetry out of the way, lets talk about furniture.

I love sitting out on the porch during the nice weather and if we're going to be outside why not do it on some great furniture?

I always love the products at Pier 1, some can even be used indoors in the winter (although really who's stopping you from using all your outdoor furniture inside in the winter.

This Outdoor Crazy Chair looks comfy as well and could easily be used inside or out.

I'm in love with the Outdoor Swingasan Chair I would love to spend a warm summer night swinging under the moon! I could see myself spending a lot of time in that! The Swingasan Chair Stand would make it easy to bring the chair into the living room for year round relaxation! How cute would it look in the corner of the living room!

If you already are loving your outdoor furniture update them with the Pier 1 line of seat cushions! I love all the bright colors that they feature

Be sure to sign up at www.pier1.com/outdoor for a special offer in store on March 18-20 for the first day of spring!

Be sure to keep up with all the latest great products and sales from Pier 1 by subscribing to the Pier 1 Outdoor newsletter

And be sure to check out the Pier 1 Tweetups these are great ways to get together with folks in your local areas! They have some great givewaways, I'm going to try to attend the one in NYC on April 20th sounds like so much fun!Last time they had one in Utah they gave away four $500 gift cards! Now my porch would really be looking great with that much to decorate with!

Happy Spring!