Yes, I did. For once this wasn't your typical scale with numbers that tell you your weight -- instead it was a scale that showed each individual inspirational words or phrases. Now if it were a "real" scale with numbers, then that would be a whole other story but it wasn't so bad stepping on a scale in front of people in Times Square. It was quite liberating to be honest. The Special K Team was there to launch their "What will you gain when you lose" campaign to help women get inspired … [Read more...]
Special K Resolution Challenge: I Stepped on a Scale in Times Square!
January 9, 2011 by 10 Comments
Easy Recipe: Puerto Rican-Styled Pepper Steak
January 8, 2011 by 44 Comments
Thank goodness the holidays are over and done with. Aren't you glad? I'm so over Christmas, the tree, the lights, the food (well almost) and all the gifts. All the hoopla is now gone from my system. Now it's time to concentrate on something I haven't done in a few weeks and that is to post my succulent recipes. I know you all have been waiting. ;) Last night I made one of my family's favorite dish -- Puerto Rican-Styled Pepper Steak. It's an easy recipe that I created with the help of my … [Read more...]
Shout-Out Sunday – 1/2/11 {Happy New Year}
January 2, 2011 by 4 Comments
To read why Shout-Out Sunday was created, please click on this link to read all about it. HAPPY SUNDAY EVERYONE & HAPPY NEW YEAR! The best resolution is no resolutions. I agree with her - Say no to snow! What a way to bring in the new year. I like her concept - Rewind, Renew, Rebirth. What are your intentions for 2011? See how this single mom made it through 2010. Love this post but I love the photo more ;) Hope you enjoy these posts as much as I did! *If you … [Read more...]
Last Giveaway Winners Of The Year – 2010
December 31, 2010 by 2 Comments
Well, that's it folks. The last post of the year. Goodbye 2010. Hello 2011. And since I totally forgot to announce the winners of the past two giveaways, this post will be the very last giveaway post as well. Killing two birds with one stone is today's motto. So before I announce the winners with the help of random.org, I wanted to thank all of my readers for reading my little spot on the web. Without you guys, I don't think this blog would be worth it. I love when I read comments from … [Read more...]
Special K Resolution Challenge: What Will You Gain When You Lose?
December 30, 2010 by 4 Comments
Are you starting a new resolution for the new year? If so, you're one of the many that will be. The top New Year's resolutions are losing weight, quit smoking, exercise more and of course, save money. This year, I'm not making any resolutions. Why? I'm simply making small changes in my life in hopes of keeping those changes to live a better life and be a better person. Instead of losing weight, I'm interested in gaining self-confidence. You see I've gained a little over twenty pounds … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday – My Hubby Thinks Ahead
December 29, 2010 by 4 Comments
This was one of my birthday cards that my amazing husband gave me two weeks. This year he did something totally different. Something that husbands rarely do. He thought ahead. Yes, ladies. Sometimes my husband thinks ahead. I guess he gets it from me.....NOT! lol (The front of the card) (The inside of the card) Isn't he the most thoughtful husband ever??!! HAHAHAHAHA! Just kidding Babe. You are!! I hope you all enjoy the last Wordless Wednesday of the year!! 2011, here we come! … [Read more...]
Making Over My Fridge With the Help of I Can’t Believe it’s Not Butter
December 27, 2010 by Leave a Comment
This past November I was given the opportunity to makeover my fridge with the help of I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. They helped me by providing some useful tools and some very needed information on how to deep clean my fridge and how to store foods. I chose to really deep clean my fridge right before Thanksgiving because my menu was full of delicious meals that would definitely leave leftovers for the weekend so I needed all the room that I can get. With 3 kids, a husband and … [Read more...]
Secret Santa with T.J. Maxx & Marshalls
December 23, 2010 by 3 Comments
It's been a long time since I participated in Secret Santa. I remember in college, my friends and I got together and we decided on playing Secret Santa one year to save some money. We agreed on having $10 as the limit. We placed all the names of the girls participating in a hat and each of us chose one name each. When it was time to give each other gifts, some of us knew who their Secret Santa was already. It was a lot of fun. Recently, RocketXL contacted me and asked if I wanted to par … [Read more...]
The Disney Holiday Blogger Event in New York City
December 22, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Out of all the blogger events I've attended in the past (and I've been to plenty of events), Disney is by far my favorite event to go to. It's kid-friendly, full of treats and Disney always provides wonderful activities that are perfect for both parent & child. Disney definitely knows how to bring out the kid in every single adult, such as me. The Disney Holiday Blogger Event's main goal was to showcase their new games, like EPIC Mickey for Wii, new movies such as The Search for Santa … [Read more...]
Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide — Under $100
December 20, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I spoke to several people within the last few days asking about their holiday shopping and almost all of them admitted they haven't even started buying gifts. Guess who else is on that list? Yup, me. I haven't bought one item. Am I stressed? Not really. I know I won't get those drastic deals but I know I'll get some good stuff. If you're on the same boat as me, check out these last minute gifts under $100. Kids Hex Bugs - They act like real bugs. Kids can play with them for hours. Prices … [Read more...]
