tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87447372860364018302024-03-05T21:26:58.253-05:00Some Sorta FairytaleLindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-64398496703287158822012-11-23T11:01:00.001-05:002012-11-23T11:01:14.581-05:00ThanksHappy Thanksgiving! :)<br />
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Soooo very thankful for so much this year and always!!!<br />
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<a href="http://lovelifeanddragonflies.blogspot.com/">http://lovelifeanddragonflies.blogspot.com/</a>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-12297521651705685282012-11-11T10:30:00.002-05:002012-11-11T10:30:44.366-05:00Just a reminder...please check out my new blog for life updates and follow me there.
lovelifeanddragonflies.blogspot.com
:)Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-38551917155731699442012-08-03T10:48:00.002-04:002012-08-03T10:48:59.877-04:00New BlogSo, I decided to start a new blog...
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I will be keeping this one for reviews, and to relive the journey that it was.
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But I felt it was time to get a fresh start.
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I would love it if you came over to my blog and followed me there:
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<a href="http://lovelifeanddragonflies.blogspot.com/">http://lovelifeanddragonflies.blogspot.com/</a>
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Just as an FYI, this blog does mention things like kids, pregnancy and personal info about me.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-88907469799785127312012-06-19T22:03:00.000-04:002012-08-03T10:49:32.216-04:00Many of you have noticed that I have not written in quite a long while.
The reasons?
The new, CONFUSING blogger format
and some recent life events have had me extremely busy.
I am currently working on a new blog that centers around my life and it's new changes, but more about that there ;)
This blog will still exist and be where I post reviews and giveaways that come my way. Crazily enough I still have reviews that I haven't posted.
All of my past reviews and info will stay up and access to this page will continue. I will post my new blog address once I have it up and running.
I would really appreciate it if my followers here would follow me there once I post the address and what not.
Thanks! :)Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-142738099224294912012-04-05T10:38:00.000-04:002012-04-05T10:38:32.275-04:00Giveaway ExtensionJust wanted to let everyone know that due to a limited response I have chosen to extend the give away. I will now be picking a winner on April 8th.<br />
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Please share the giveaway with your friends and family!<br />
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Who wouldn't love a free copy of digital scrapbooking software?? Almost a 40 dollar value for free!Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-57004935180266971182012-03-24T13:03:00.000-04:002012-03-24T13:03:08.222-04:00My Memories Review and Give Away!!!A while back I was given the unique opportunity to review <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/digital_scrapbooking_software">My Memories Digital Scrapbooking</a> software.<br />
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Before I tell you how great it is, I have to issue a huge thank you to Liz for this awesome opportunity, and for being patient with me as family, work and other issues have kept me from posting this for quite some time.<br />
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But I'm here now ready to tell you all about it! :)<br />
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After I downloaded the software to computer, I loved that there were tons of<a href="http://www.mymemories.com/store/free_digital_scrapbooking_kits"> FREE</a> features! The site is easy enough to use for beginning scrapbookers but would be a great resource for devoted <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/">digital scrapbooking</a> crafters as well.<br />
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I tried out many different free kits. With just having got married in May I spent a lot of time looking at <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/store/category_search?search[category]=68">Wedding</a> themes. I also peeked at <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/store/category_search?search[category]=50">baby kits</a> for hopefully, future reference ;) I enjoyed the fact that the free kits are still of great quality for those of us that want to create a great scrapbook without pushing our budget. Although, the pieces that do cost are fairly inexpensive!<br />
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The <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/">My Memories </a>Site says it perfectly,<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #616161; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i>"With over 1,500 papers, over 1,000 page elements, and over 30 album templates (including 10 new for v3), MyMemories Suite lets you hit the ground running with your very own scrapbook or photo album in a matter of minutes. It’s easy-to-use and affordable—and compatible with both Windows and Mac computers. Don’t put off your important memories any longer, add MyMemories Suite to your shopping cart now.</i></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #616161; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i>You can make a beautiful scrapbook an interactive memory experience for anyone who sees it. Use simple one-click options to enhance your scrapbooks, with music, narration, video, and even the Internet. Go beyond pictures by showing off video of the birthday party, or record a narration to capture the memories that pictures alone cannot. With My Memories Suite you simply don't look at a scrapbook-you experience it!"</i></div><br />
If you can't wait any longer, here's some GREAT news! <b>My Memories is providing all of my readers with<span style="background-color: white;"> a $10 discount off the purchase of the My Memories Suite Scrapbook <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/digital_scrapbooking_software">software</a> and a $10 coupon for the</span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT251" style="background-color: white; color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;"><a href="http://mymemories.com/" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">MyMemories.com</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></b><span style="background-color: white;"><b>store!</b> All you have to do is use this code: </span><strong style="background-color: white; color: #616161; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">STMMMS20835.</strong><br />
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</div><span style="color: black;"><b>Thanks to My Memories, I get to give away a free copy of the software! The giveaway will run for exactly one week, ending on midnight on SATURDAY, March 31st. The winner will be announced on Sunday, April 1st on the blog and receive an email from me. They have 48 hours to respond to the email, if no response is received, a new winner will be chosen.</b></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;">1. You must be a follower of my blog. You may leave a comment telling me that you have recently followed and your blog address so I can follow back, or just leave a comment telling me you already follow me, for one entry.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;">2. Please go to <a href="http://www.mymemories.com/">www.mymemories.com</a> and choose your favorite layout or paper pack and then leave a comment here, telling me what that is. This counts as one entry :)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;"><br />
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Two years ago, I got engaged on Valentine's Day. It changed my view of the day forever, obviously! It's still one of my favorite memories.<br />
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Now, I'm married and I'm always looking for something special to help continually keep the spark in my marriage and make my husband feel great.<br />
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I'm very excited to announce a partnership with<a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/"> EdenFantasys</a>. Periodically I will be posting blog posts about their company. I love this site, and I love how great they are with their bloggers and customers. Please be aware that the site may not be work or kid friendly before you click on it!! :)<br />
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Edenfantasys offers a wide selection of <a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/sex-toys-for-women/">adult toys</a>, lingerie, <a href="http://www.edendvd.com/">DVD's</a> and more. Because my site is family friendly, I will always try to post more "innocent" items, with links to the more fun, risque stuff ;P<br />
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Right now, I'm loving all the <a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/presents/save-the-date-advent-promotions/">specials</a> EdenFantasys has going on for Valentine's day. They have a 20% off code site wide on regularly priced items, as well as free Express Delivery on orders over 100 dollars. So you could still get your order in on time for Valentine's Day!!! (Hurry though!)<br />
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I'm seriously considering getting this <a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/sweet-heart-strawberry-box/adult-toys-dvds-27539">Sweet Heart Strawberry Box</a> for a romantic night in!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn2.edenfantasies.com/pi/KS10165.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://cdn2.edenfantasies.com/pi/KS10165.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I also love that Edenfantasys offers a wide selection of lingerie. They have a great selection of <a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/sexy-lingerie/catalog/#filter-2-0-1233_1442_1235_1420_1238_1240_1241_1244_1421_1422_1423_1444_1443_1239-7665-4-1">items under $20</a>,<a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/sexy-lingerie/catalog/#filter-2-0--8686_8687_8688_8689_8690-0-1"> plus sized items</a> and of course a great selection devoted to <a href="http://www.edenfantasys.com/Tp/TP_Slave.aspx?pageId=46223#filter-2-1--1602--0-1">Valentine's Day!</a>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-77150210416614125972012-02-08T23:39:00.001-05:002012-02-08T23:40:36.249-05:00Quote<div><p>Saw this on a fb post from the TV show, ” The Buried Life”.</p>
<p>”The minute you think about giving up, think of the reason why you held on for so long.”</p>
<p>About sums it up.<br>
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<p>But a slight temp drop and spotting this morning confirms that this was not the cycle. I know this was the first month we actually tried so I don't know why I got my hopes up. But I did. It would have been so nice to get a bfp for christmas.</p>
<p>I'm sad, really sad actually. But I'm also very blessed. And I can't forget that. It could be worse. I have an amazing husband, loving family and friends, and we are not struggling to pay for bills and presents like some this Christmas season. My heart and prayers go out to them.</p>
<p>As for me, my focus is on the real reason for the season. Thank you God for everything.</p>
<p>January brings a new year and another chance to try. It also brings with it hope and a promise for new and better things. <b>Parts</b> of 2011 were pretty wonderful, and I'm ready to see how Gods gonna top it.</p>
<p>I love you Nick. Thank you for being my rock. And thank you also to the family and friends who can pick me up at my worst and support me in my best. I love you!</p>
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="250" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-tyeqqHTLCw" width="400"></iframe>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-8369924452659182652011-12-07T00:29:00.001-05:002012-02-18T15:04:49.832-05:00shameless plug...So, I don't normally do stuff like this but today I have a favor to ask of you, my lovely readers out there. TLC is running a contest for a free honeymoon and I entered a photo to try and win.<br />
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If you could go <a href="http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/say-yes-to-the-dress/omg-wedding-moments.htm">here</a> and vote for me, that would be just PEACHY! :) You can vote once a day, every day. <br />
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If you can't find it look under the heart warming section or search Lindsey A. The photo is this one:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Back story? My Dad was in a horrific accident on Father's Day and they weren't sure he'd live much less walk again. His girlfriend was killed. It was a hard time for all of us. This picture was taken right after his surgeon, who agreed to come!!!, swapped out his two crutches for a cane. He walked me down so proudly and kept telling me to smile...not so easy Dad. Later he ended up dancing with me in a Father Daughter dance through the pain. So amazing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Other side note/shameless plug, my husband and I couldn't afford a honey moon and have yet to go on one.</div><br />
And because I love him, and really the wedding was about us, a pic of the hubby and I <3<br />
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Personally, I think that Nick and I usually manage to not spend over 250 already each month for groceries, but I'm excited to view this ebook to learn some good tips and hints for budgeting...especially those months where we are getting a little "close" in our budgets and spending.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-46980165126231300532011-12-01T19:32:00.000-05:002011-12-01T19:32:15.918-05:00Ideas?I'm trying to figure out how to celebrate my baby.<br />
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In a short 9 days, it will be the 10th and it will have been a year since my due date.<br />
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I'm supposed to have a one year old...I'm supposed to be celebrating my adoreable one year old son with all of my friends and family.<br />
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All I want is to be a Mom..to make my husband a daddy. And it kills me that that hasn't happened yet.<br />
We're still trying, but it doesn't make this any easier.<br />
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I was wondering if anyone out there could give me some advice or ideas for how to celebrate the day a little bit. I really don't want to go through the whole day sad. I thought about releasing balloons or making a cake, but I think my husband has to work which means I'll most likely be alone for the day....<br />
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I need to do something...or I'll go crazy.<br />
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I miss you my little monkey. <3Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-28458458241381881762011-11-28T01:23:00.000-05:002011-11-28T01:23:11.882-05:00Tres Anos! (Three Years!) in Pictures.A tribute to my husband and I in celebration of 3 years together. I couldn't imagine this life with anyone else. We've been through so much. I couldn't even put it all to words. Good and bad, happy and sad, I love you forever Nicholas Albright! SO very much.<br />
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<p>I truly have so so much to be thankful for. My loving husband, a warm home, bills that are paid, money in the bank. </p>
<p>A supportive and loving family!</p>
<p>Great friends, near and far. </p>
<p>Everyone is healthy, for the most part.</p>
<p>My car. My dog. My God.</p>
<p>The freedom to say and do as I please, within reason.</p>
<p>My job! Great coworkers.</p>
<p>Our service men and women past and present!!!!</p>
<p>My guardian angels. I miss you my precious babies. So much more this time of year. I love you to the moon and back. <3</p>
<p>Those that can no longer be with us, but leave a lasting memory. Thanks for everything, know you're missed.</p>
<p>Laughter. Trust. Love. Hope.</p>
<p>Always hope.</p>
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I guess that one thing I kind of worry about is my teenagers not having a safe place to hang out with their friends when they want to. Because of that, I like to let them invite their friends over often because I feel much safer with them under my watch. Our house doesn't have a good area for them to do that in though, so I decided to make one out of our unfinished basement.<br />
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I looked online to see if I could find a good tip or two about how to make a good hang out space for teenagers. That's when I ran across some info on <a href="http://www.homeproimprovement.com/">HOME PRO IMPROVEMENT</a> and after I looked through it some, I decided to use them to replace our roofing. My husband's been shopping around for someone to do that forever anyway. <br />
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But I also found some good resources on how to make over our basement. I decided to paint the walls a light gray to make it look more modern than the current beige color. Plus I bought some slipcovers with geometric designs on them to put over our old couches. I think they were pretty impressed by what I did with the space!Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-59878790672252259372011-11-13T12:24:00.000-05:002011-11-13T12:24:51.903-05:00Soulful SundayOn Soulful Sunday, I post collections of my favorite worship songs, thoughts about religion, God, and life. Excuse me whilst I bring a little church up in here.<br />
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I had completely forgotten about the dragonfly in this video until I watched it again. Thank you for that Lord, I can only hope it is a sign for good things to come. Especially after having some tough days lately.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-28184331669553578562011-11-12T12:02:00.003-05:002011-11-15T19:53:44.036-05:00Get a Melissa & Doug 25% Off Coupon When You Take the North "Poll" !<div style="text-align: center;">Melissa & Doug want you to tell them which of their <a href="http://melissaanddoug.com/">educational toys</a> you think is the best! </div><div style="text-align: center;">Just click on the image below to place your vote in the North "Poll!" </div><div style="text-align: center;">You'll Get a <b>Melissa & Doug 25% Off Coupon</b>** to use at <a href="http://melissaanddoug.com/">MelissaAndDoug.com</a> just for voting!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Can we talk about germs for a second???<br />
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As a preschool teacher, I come in contact with germs a lot more than I would like. I couldn't tell you how many times I've wiped a runny nose, been coughed or sneezed on, or how much I wash my hands when I'm at work.<br />
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Sometimes, though, you're somewhere where soap and water aren't always available. That's where <a href="http://www.prefense.com/">Prefense</a> comes in! I can definitely remember several times that I was on the playground or leaving a child's home and wanted to wash my hands.Prefense prides itself in being "a unique, alcohol-free <a href="http://www.prefense.com/purchase-prefense/">hand sanitizer</a> that provides you and your family proactive security from germs that can make you sick." It is 100 % poison free, alcohol free and safe for kids. Like Prefense on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/prefense">here</a>!<br />
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Prefense is available in<a href="http://www.prefense.com/products/"> many different sizes and types</a>. I was sent a 1.5 fl oz pump style bottle for review which is said to contain 120 sprays. The spray is silica based, and is supposed to smooth, soften and protect. It has a light citrus scent, but not enough to be noticeable.<br />
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Upon applying the prefense to my hands, I like that it sprays out cleanly. When I first rub it in, my hands always feel a tad waxy, but that seems to go away quickly once my hands are dry, leaving a smooth finish. My guess is that the silica is what protects your hands from the multiple washings, and knowing how chapped my hands can get, especially in the winter, I really like this feature!<br />
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I would definitely recommend Prefense to anyone but especially Moms, teachers and those in the medical field. Such a quick, inexpensive, healthy way to clean your hands when soap isn't readily available!<br />
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In fact, Prefense is now offering sanitizing wipes in their online store. I think this would be a great way to clean not only your hands but possibly toys/books that get sticky while you are out on the go! Follow Prefense on <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/prefense">Twitter!</a><br />
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October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. At 7 pm, I will light a candle to remember my angel and to honor all the parents who hold their children in their hearts, instead of their arms.<br />
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♥ Remembering my angels♥</span></span></h6>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-22933738641888998102011-10-09T12:12:00.000-04:002011-10-09T12:12:12.481-04:00Comfortable<a href="http://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOP92072878dd6bcea843fb557598077392" style="display: none;"></a><br />
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I love to be comfortable. On my days off when I desperately need to rest and relax you can typically find me on the couch in a comfy tee, some work out shorts and under a cozy blanket.<br />
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There's something about a familiar blanket and comfy clothes that always makes you feel better, too, don't ya think? I know that was my favorite part of when I would stay home from school sick. Staying on the couch in comfy clothes under my favorite blanket, with some ginger ale.<br />
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The cool thing is, that tee shirts are beginning to be more purposeful and stylish now a days. They aren't just clothes to "beat around in". It is now acceptable to wear teeshirts out to clubs, the grocery store and even to work! <br />
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I was recently sent a teeshirt from <a href="http://tshirtprinting.net/">tshirtprinting.net</a> for review. They sent me a grey short sleeve shirt with their mascot, a colorful monkey, on the front.<br />
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The company specializes in all types of shirts from normal every day<a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/printed-mens-t-shirts/"> tees for men</a> and women, to <a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/polo-shirt-printing/">polos for work</a>, <a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/printed-hooded-tops/">printed hoodies</a> and more. They offer tons of styles and colors, competitive prices, and promise a<a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/delivery/"> quick turn around time</a> so that you get your shirts in a timely manner!<br />
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This would be a great resource for any company looking to provide shirts to their employees. They work hard to <a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/personalised-t-shirts/">personalize your shirt</a> with your own company logo and information!<br />
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This time of year there are also a lot of fundraisers and walks going on for various causes. What a great way to show support for a cause but also have team unity! Matching teeshirts! I've never had to order mass tee shirts before, but if I ever do, I know I have a<a href="http://www.tshirtprinting.net/price-guide/"> great resource</a> in this site.<br />
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The shirt they sent me is made with 90 percent heavy cotton and 10 percent polyester. The colors withstood washing and drying very well, although I'm curious to see how the screen printed picture on the front stands up over time. I try to turn the shirt inside out before I wash and dry it to help with that. At the advice of the sites owner, I ordered my shirt a size smaller than I'm used to and I'm glad I did. The shirts run bigger and my medium fits impecably. I feel comfortable in the shirt, it wears great and will be a huge hit with my preschool kiddos who are loving monkeys and all animals right now.<br />
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I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using <a href="http://www.tomoson.com/?code=BOTTOM92072878dd6bcea843fb557598077392" rel="nofollow">Tomoson.com</a>. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-79118837304295709692011-10-05T16:23:00.000-04:002011-10-05T16:23:05.079-04:00Back to the Drawing Board lolWell, first cycle trying was a bust. Don't have to to tell you how I know right? <br />
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I'm doing okay, not really upset by it at all actually. More just stressed about work and what not.<br />
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I really wish I had a working heating pad though :/<br />
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Might have to run to walmart for one tomorrow after work.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-66751886258646980022011-10-01T23:32:00.001-04:002011-10-01T23:33:09.394-04:00Cue Final Jeopardy Tune....So, I absolutely hate that I forgot to temp *consistently* this cycle...because its really annoying me that my ovulation date may not be correct<br />
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Add that to the fact that, I've had "symptoms" for almost a week now, and its still too early to test, I'm severely impatient!<br />
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I feel like I'm stuck in a revolving loop of that severely annoying final jeopardy music...<br />
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Its a good thing the tests were cheap. A five pack for 17 bucks at walmart...I'm not sure my resolve will hold out much longer! LOL<br />
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In other news, my godson will begin coming here starting on the 8th. He is such a sweet heart and I'm so glad I can help out his mommy and daddy by watching him a few nights a week while they work!<br />
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I'm heading to bed now, but do me a favor and keep me in your thoughts and prayers that I gain some testing patience, and that I have strength, no matter the eventual test outcome! :)Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744737286036401830.post-9376207430607131682011-09-25T13:45:00.001-04:002011-09-25T13:49:23.560-04:00TMI....maybe. But this is my blog so..First of all, I'm so sorry that I've been absent from the blogging world for so long!!! <br />
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I've been insanely busy lately between going back to work and the craziness that is my classroom (LONG STORY), and then helping my best friend get married to Nick's best friend. They are an <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/wedding/UserViewWebsitePage?themeCode=14061&wid=10b5e18d68178865&pid=de9568f18e58d3aa">AMAZING couple</a> and I'm so very happy for them. :)<br />
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It must be the time for our generation to be getting married because we sure are going to be busy attending weddings in the next few months!! I just attended a bridal shower for an amazing friend of mine yesterday actually!!<br />
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Now, onto why I started this post in the first place...and it may be TMI for some, so if you're not interested...stop reading now. lol<br />
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After what seems like forever, we are now FINALLY trying to conceive again! I am so hopeful, nervous, excited...its a bunch of feelings all pushed together. I know that if it doesn't happen this month, it will be okay, but I'm strangely confident. <br />
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I hate this part though...the two week wait as they call it. Where you sit and you wait, and you wait...and you WAIT.<br />
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Ugh. Of course, my brain is analyzing every twinge! I just want it to be testing day already!<br />
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I'm scared obviously, after two miscarriages, its hard not to be. But Nick is an amazing man, and my ROCK. I am so very thankful for him. He's scared too though. He worries we may never be able to have kids, because of all the issues. That straight up breaks my heart. I want NOTHING more to make him a father...because I know he will be amazing at it! I already told him that if my issues continue we can look into getting more testing done if necessary or meds....and then a surrogate. Because then, even though I sadly wouldn't get to experience the getting pregnant part, at least it would be a baby made of Nick and I, just carried by someone else.<br />
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Of course, there are worries with that too. Who would we choose. Would they miscarry too due to a possible genetic issue between nick and I? The EXPENSE?!?! <br />
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Adoption is always an option as well, but that is sort of our last resort. Its an amazing thing to do but I just want to exhaust all options of biological children first before researching that step :) <br />
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I know though that I will do ANYTHING within my power, to get us a baby. I'm just hoping and praying that God grants us the ability to conceive a healthy baby at some point. We're ready. The next two weeks will be hard and anxious and I may use this venue to vent about it, so I'm sorry in advance if I get a little personal lol<br />
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And even though I know it might be hard for some....ahem, MOM ;) .....don't ask me every day if we know yet or if we tested. If by the grace of God the test does come back positive we will be waiting to announce for at least awhile, given the past. Trust me though, that if for once, things come back good, i will be posting on here at some point!<br />
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As always, your thoughts, prayers, and encouragements are always very welcome!Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06801772742846761021noreply@blogger.com4