12.31.2010

Friday December 31st...


I can't believe that 2010 is almost over...Cheers and may 2011 be the best year ever!!!  I am very excited for 2011 because I will be welcoming my second child into the world..So I definitely have something to look forward to in the new year...I will continue to shop because I am a shopaholic...I can't resist the cute stuff for my daughter and future son...Yesterday I hit the half way marker of 20 weeks...I am excited to say the least...I have been doing a little shopping too...

First, I love twitter because I am introduced to the most talent people and they are the sweetest bunch too..I recently purchase the most adorable step tool for my daughter and she will absolutely love it from www.ktsteppers.com because my daughter loves to climb now on the bed or reach for things on my dresser...I can't wait to receive it...

Well, I wish everyone the best New Year Eve and again Cheers for an awesome 2011


                                                                                                        

12.29.2010

Wordless Wednesday 12/29/10

The Best Christmas gift...
Dilia is going to make a great big sister....

12.22.2010

Christmas and Santa Claus is coming....


I love the Christmas season because I am reminded of all my blessings and the spirit of the season...Good will towards all men...I love shopping so it goes that I love love giving especially to those who are less as fortunate then me...I have participated in Operation Santa aka Dear Santa click here for more info for the second year.  Plus, my mother-in-law who is from Colombia sent gifts to about 60 kids in a small town every year.  I believe in Santa Claus because everyone who participates in giving to those less fortunate are Santa Claus in my eyes.  Plus,  my favorite editorial, is "Yes, Virginia there is a Santa Claus"

"DEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old.
"Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus.
"Papa says, 'If you see it in THE SUN it's so.'
"Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus?

"VIRGINIA O'HANLON.
"115 WEST NINETY-FIFTH STREET."

VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except [what] they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men's or children's, are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge.

Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGINIAS. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.

Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that's no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world.
You may tear apart the baby's rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, VIRGINIA, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding.

No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.

12.16.2010

Oh Boy!!!!!

Hopefully, everyone knows that I am pregnant for the second time and I recently found out that I am expecting a boy...Yay...I have a daughter and now I will have a son....I am excited about it...I am feeling my little peanut alot lately...Well...everyone knows that I am a shopaholic and thank you to Lizzie Sorensen for the tip on great baby boy clothes by Patrick Beckham...super cute...I can't wait for May now...My little boy will be styling...

check out http://www.patrickbeckham.com/index.html

12.09.2010

Gift ideas....


Sorry about neglecting my blog...I have been a little busy with work and dr's appointments...I have news...I am expecting a boy...yay...I have a daughter and now I will have a son...

Christmas is fast approaching...I have been figuring out gift for my family and I am a shopaholic...so I love this time a year...my favorites are:

purchasing gift vouchers/gift card via group discount site especially for my sisters...

http://www.plumdistrict.com
https://www.gaggleofchicks.com/home/
http://www.jasmere.com/

11.11.2010

Cool ride....



Since my beautiful daughter just turn 2 yesterday...I want to get her an awesome gift..I have been eying Tyke Rider http://tykerider.com/ for a little while now after they were featured in coolmompicks.com. I love the design and overall style of Tyke Rider but the bikes were a little pricey for me.  So, I decided to suggest Tyke Rider to all the discount kids sites, as great item.  I don't know if it was my suggestion but  www.zulily.com had them on sale about a month ago.  I immediately purchase the bike for about 50 dollars less...it turn out to a great deal.  My daughter loves her bike.

10.27.2010

Wordless Wednesday 10/27/2010

October 31, 2008 
about 2 weeks before Dilia arrived

10.18.2010

Love Customize shirts...


I am soooo excited about this pregnancy and I love customized baby shirts.  So when I came across Mitetees (www.mitetees.com) I was in love because the shirts were sooo adorable.  I immediately order the oneies with Copyright 2011 theme on it because it is tooooo cute.  The maternity t-shirt are very cute too...I would definitely recommend this site to anyone...moms to be or for a great baby shower gift...

currently promo is 20% off your order using coupon code SOWA10 

10.11.2010

Handmade Toy Alliance pledge





As a shopaholic and a huge fan of handmade toys, especially after recent recalled from a major toy company, I have lost confident in huge toy company and I know that handmade toys are well made.  Handmade toy makers take more care and pride in their work.  The toy makers and other handmade makers are truly the most talent and friendliest people, I know.  

So, I pledge to continue to support the talent individuals behind handmade children's apparel, toy, and accessory makers


linked to the pledge here

10.06.2010

Wordless Wednesday

October 10, 2009
Celebrating Dilia's 10 mos and my belated Bday

10.01.2010

Fun Follow Friday Oct 1st

My Wee View
Sunday October 3rd is my 18th *wink* *wink* birthday....I love birthdays...

9.29.2010

9.20.2010

Early Planner...



Besides being a shopaholic and I am also an early planner...I really enjoy thinking of a birthday theme for my daughter who will be turning two in less than two months..I actually start to think about it earlier this year..I actually changed my mind three times but I decided on a theme back in May or June..  My daughter loves...loves the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and I am a Disney fan..I decided to do Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and the gang for my daughter...I found great items via Etsy to complete my party planning




Firstly...My daughter will be wear a special outfit via www.cutiepatutus.com..


Secondly, I order the most adorable favors from  http://www.lilbooandco.etsy.com...Mouse shaped crayons


Thirdly, I order the extremely adorable favor tags from http://www.etsy.com/shop/maddieclaire


Fourthly,  I order super cute invitation from http://www.etsy.com/shop/seeshellsdesigns




I am sooo excited

9.17.2010

Old Navy....


I really like Old Navy for certain pieces and the price is right down my alley....Shopaholic can't go broke all at once...I am super excited for the maternity section and I order a few pieces...I know it is early but I like to shop and I am early planner too...The other great places are Motherhood and Target...you can't go broke on clothes you will like wear for less than 9 months...
P.S.

Old Navy is currently having awesome sale

9.15.2010

Wordless Wednesday 9/15/10

October 4, 2008
Hubby and Me

9.13.2010

Love a Steal....


I really love a good deal/steal and I have been a repeat customer of www.babysteals.com for almost 2 years and now repeat customer to the sister site www.kidsteals.com.  I am very addicted to both deal sites and I am sooo glad that I came across them.  I love the element of surprise because the customer has no idea what the item of the day will be until 9am MST or 11am EST.  It is also like a game because it you don't act fast you lose...

9.10.2010

Fun Follow Friday

My Wee View


I am extremely bless person because my daughter is 22 mos today and I have a bun in the oven....Life is good right now...

9.09.2010

Momma is feeling flirty....


As you know, I am a shopaholic and etsy addict for both my daughter and myself...I really like unique and adorable items like toys, clothes and etc...I came across evystree (http://www.etsy.com/shop/evystree) via DearLillie (http://www.etsy.com/shop/DearLillie) another etsy awesome vendor.  I immediately fell in love with the flirty hoodies and I have been eyeing the red brilla for a while.  I decided to purchase it and I must say it is very cute plus super comfortable...
check it out 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/evystree

9.07.2010

Second time around


I just found out that I am pregnant for the second time....I am both excited and nervous..Since, I am a shopaholic...the next 9 months are going to be fun...I already have a mental note of all the stores and seller that I will be check out for number 2....I have a strong feeling will be a boy...

Here a short list...

www.wee-baby.com
http://www.glowbaby.ca/shop.html
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Bundled
http://www.bebabean.com/

9.02.2010

Boys will be Fashionable....


I must tell you that Petit Vogue is having a Boy Fashion Month featuring the most adorable boys fashion...Please check out http://www.petitvogue.com/blog/

Stuffy love


Around two years ago, I came across CoolMomPicks.com website and I became a loyal follower...I  also came across Bumblebird via coolmompicks.com site.  This is where my etsy addiction started...Bumblebird was on my list of must buy items...I finally purchase the cutest stuffy...I am soooo happy when I received adorable birdy...Please check out the greatest handmade dolls, plush animals and whimsical art to enliven a child's world or your own by Check out http://www.etsy.com/shop/bumblebird. Plus, visit bumblebird.typepad.com for a peek into our creative world...

9.01.2010

Wordless Wednesday 9/1/10-Time Flies

My Favorite picture of Dilia and Spot 
Feb. 2009

Sofia, Dilia and Spot watching TV Aug 2010

8.30.2010

Little bit of fun


I came across The Little Gym during a birthday party back in May.  I decided that my daughter should be more active and learn new skills plus it would be an excuse to get out of the house every Saturday for an hour.  I found a The Little Gym about 5 minutes from our house plus my daughter enjoyed the trial class.  We started going and she was a little shy in the beginning but enjoyed the activities.  She has learned new skills plus she loves playing with other kids.  It is great for me and my husband to spend time with her like that.  I would definitely recommend it.


http://www.thelittlegym.com/Pages/default.aspx


Our Story
At The Little Gym, Kids SoarAs you strive to give your children the best foundation for success, The Little Gym® is here to help you along the way. After decades of research and hands-on experience, The Little Gym has more than 300 locations in 21 countries; all focused on helping children achieve a lifetime of success.
Our professionally developed, non-competitive programs have been designed to build motor skills in a fun and nurturing environment, while fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills. For over 30 years, parents have relied on The Little Gym® to help their kids build the skills and confidence that will enhance every aspect of their lives. Children are encouraged to try their best, not be the best. This philosophy has served The Little Gym and its members well, and it now sets the standard for high-quality children’s development programs.

8.27.2010

Fun Follow Friday 8/27/10

My Wee View

Where did the summer go???  It is Aug 27th

8.26.2010

Placemats with stain resistant power!


I forgot how I came across Crypton placemats but I am glad that I did.  I can always use placemats and plus they were offering to try the placemats no cost.  After you try the placements, they want you to review it.  I must say the placemats are very cute and awesome.  What makes Crypton different?  Crypton makes everything permanently impenetrable and endlessly cleanable!  I am a believer!

check them out via for the great items

http://www.cryptonfabric.com/shop/

placemats are currently being sold via
http://www.trendexhome.com/product_types/placemats/categories/crypton/products

8.25.2010

Wordless Wednesday 8/25/10

Met Dora and Boots at Walmart about two weeks ago...

8.24.2010

Shoes Heaven


I probably came across Livie and Luca children shoes either via Google search or twitter.  However, I came across them and I am sooooo happy that I did.  Livie and Luca are sooo comfortable and my daughter loves her shoes and she is very picky about shoes.  Since, her feet are wide just like mommy…I was extremely pleased that Livie and Luca shoes fit her very well plus, the styles and colors are super cute….I highly recommend them…please check out




current promo 5% with coupon code MURDA

8.23.2010

Super Cute Carter's


The best advice that I received during my pregnancy with my daughter and I use even today is Carter's clothes are the best and well made plus; the clothes last longer because of the cotton.  I have used other brands but Carter's has always been the go to brand for my daughter.  The colors and styles are sooooo adorable and my daughter loves being comfortable.  I am loving the fall fashion...very cute..


8.18.2010

Tutu Cute


Twitter is my favorite past time besides hanging out with my daughter and husband.  I really have discovered a lot of great people and great sellers too.  One such person is the owner of Cutie Pa Tutus Amanda, I absolutely love her tutus and super hero capes…everything she offers is super cute…My Daughter 2nd birthday is coming soon and I already decided that I wanted to Minnieish theme party and I decided that I wanted to get her Cutie Pa Tutus outfit and Amanda was awesome about it.  She did a wonderful job and I can’t wait for my daughter’s party...


I highly recommend her and her site www.cutiepatutus.com

8.17.2010

Poppy Shopping Fun....



I came across www.poppyclementine.com during a google search, I bookmarked the site plus, I also following on twitter and facebook, I must say the website online store was very cute.  During an awesome promo, I was purchasing very cute items and received awesome service because I was having an issue with a coupon code or something and Amber was awesome…she help me complete my order and was soooo sweet….she is the best!!  I highly recommend her and her site…Plus, you can earn poppy points….So check out


Poppy Points = Savings For You!

We appreciate your business and we do more than just say it. We show you how much we appreciate your loyalty by rewarding you with Poppy Points. You can count on Poppy Clementine to offer the hippest, cutest and most unique items for children and you can count on savings adding up each time you choose to buy a gift for the special children in your life.


The"Poppy Points"Loyalty Reward Program is our way of saying "Thank You" to you, our valued customers. By becoming a registered user on www.poppyclementine.com, you are automatically enrolled in this money saving program. Members earn points that can be redeemed for discounts on future orders.  Best of all, earning points is easy.  Here are the ways you can start saving $$$ today!

8.13.2010

Freaky Friday-Friday 13th

My Wee View

I met my husband on Friday 13th....So it actually a good day for me :)

8.12.2010

Adorable Elegances…

I am not sure how I came across JoyFolie.com but I am happy that I did.  JoyFolie has the most adorable clothes and shoes that I have seen.  I have been eyeing the cream dress with flower belt for a while.  I decided it would be the perfect late summer & early fall dress.  I recently purchase the dress for Dilia.  The dress is sooooo cute; I can’t wait for her to wear it.  The customer services I received was awesome and I do really enjoy supporting very talent people in the process.  Please check out



8.11.2010

Wordless Wednesday 8/11/10


My Daughter is growing up...*tears*

8.09.2010

Flower in her hair…



Being a pretty big etsy addict, I have come across the most adorable items.  Since, my daughter is super cute and has beautiful hair.  I love the hair accessories; one etsy online store that I have discovered is Banner Boutique.  I absolutely love the all the items from headband flowers to the beanies, everything is soooo well made.  Plus, the customer services is great too because I received my order pretty fast.  If you have a little girl, niece or granddaughter check out

8.06.2010

8.04.2010

Wordless Wednesday

I lost my voice so this is works for me.... 





7.29.2010

Soapy Luxury…


I love to shop!!! But I also love quality items for me and my family.  I love scented soaps too.  Being a twitter addict now, I came across elliaCnaturals soaps, I order a samples and I fell in love.  The soaps are awesome and very luxurious too.  I felt like every shower was a spa experience and scents were awesome too.  My favorites are Glee, Shore, Daydream and Udderly Creamy right now.  The customer service is top notch…



Please check out:

http://www.bullfrogsandbutterfliesbabyboutique.com/elliacnaturals.html

7.28.2010

Wordless Wednesday


Dilia has discovered her artistic side...

7.26.2010

Fall is coming....


My favorite seasons are spring and fall because the weather and for the clothes.  I can’t hardly for the weather to be cooler than now because of the crazy hot summer this year…My favorite accessories are Oeuf necktie and hats, which are made from 100% Alpaca. Please check out 


Oeuf is my favorite for the following reason…
MISSION STATEMENT

When we were kids, whenever our parents dropped us off somewhere like school, our grandparents’ house for the weekend or even summer camp, they always gave us a hug and a kiss and told us to “be good!” as they waved goodbye.

As kids we’re very literal and knew this meant…don’t cut your sister’s hair, don’t glue yourself to the wall, don’t go running off into the woods with nothing but your underwear and a toothbrush. At the time, it was mostly about good behavior.

Now as parents, we realize there is a whole other level of meaning when we kiss them goodbye and tell them to be good. We know we’re really telling them to be good people. Do the right thing. Make us proud. Be the kind of people we hope to be. As Oeuf, we have the chance to elevate this notion once again and be a good company. When we say Be Good, we mean:

Be good designers.
Simple, clean, intuitive products that are easy and safe to use; made with quality craftsmanship that will last from generation to generation; designed with a European sensibility that is fun and stylish reflecting the needs and lifestyle of today’s modern families.

Be good people.
Respect the people who work with us and treat them fairly whether employees, artisans, retailers or consumers. Provide a safe and supportive working environment that allows working families to live and thrive in the United States, Europe and abroad. Honor cultural traditions, diversity and local values. Pay people living wages that enable them to live healthy fulfilling lives and send their own children to school.

Be good to the planet.
Use natural, renewable, recyclable materials that emphasize conservation and lead to environmentally sound products. Employ eco-conscious manufacturing processes that promote low emissions and sustainability.

Be Good is not just something we say-- its something we mean. As parents, we want our children to inherit a world that is better than we found it. As Oeuf, we have the ability to make that happen.

Oeuf

Be Good.

7.22.2010

Hair Style


I absolutely love hair clips, barrettes and headbands especially for my daughter.  My daughter always had hair and being a shopaholic, I discovered the most adorable hair clips, barrettes and headbands sellers.  Sweet Harper is one of my top faves http://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetHarper because Tracy is super sweet.  My other personal faves are Taia http://sweettaia.com/ and Ribbies http://www.ribbiesclippies.com/ because of the color, style and general cuteness of the clips.


Promo:

Taia has the following special
 -We're sorry to inform you that new orders will not be accepted until further notice. New customers please sign up for our newsletter and we will inform you when we begin taking orders again, 20% off your entire order (existing customers as well) will be our gift for your patience.

-Shipping costs are a flat rate of $2.50 on all orders costing up to $34.99. Shipping is always free on orders over $35.00!

Ribbies
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