Cara box reveal

I am so excited to be apart of this amazing thing. This was my first Cara box and I loved it! I've gotten to know two amazing women / moms. I sent to Elina and Danielle sent to me. She really hit the nail on the head. Even down to the scratch tickets . I feel so blessed . I have posted a pick below. Along with the Cara box link.

I am not sure that the picture does not do it justice. I love the fact not only did she nail it on the head she wrote cards and recipes . I can't wait try them out. Thank you again you did an amazing job. 

Weekend overview

So this weekend threw all the craziness I tried to take a little me time.When becoming a mother my Godmother had given me a word of advice . It was along the lines of remember Tina if you do not take time to do you once in awhile you will be no good to anyone else. This advice has helped me so much in the balancing of things that comes with being a mother. It is very easy to get lost in everyone's needs. So I did a little me........

This has been my place I go to rebalance myself ever since I was 15 years old. 20 years later still does the trick. It really cleared my head and I am so ready to start next week. I will be changing up my post too( at least I will try ) . 

So to end my weekend I am very happy to say I received my Cara box. It really is amazing I can't wait to do my reveal post and share it . Until tomorrow  .

Tina 

Determined not to procrastinate

So every year for my kids birthdays I like to go all out( at least as much as I can ) . The time is approaching for A's second birthday. This year it is Mickey Mouse club house. I wanted to incorporate some fun different ideas. I absolutely love cake pops! I think they are so yummy ,the perfect portion of dessert, and when at a party you do not have to worry about juggling a plate. So for A's party of course I am doing Mickey pops. I decided to do a silhouette pop to save some time because I am doing all the cooking for the party. So I decided to combine a few ideas in hopes of something amazing in the end. Since Mickeys club house is bright colors I decided on doing this for the actual cake.........

I am hoping this does not turn into a epic fall once I start making the pops. Lol I will post pictures. Keep you fingers and toes crossed :). 

 

Cara box send off and books books and more books

On another note today was also book buy day for school. So I took A with me after getting his 2 year pictures and battled the madness together. It was nice to see in all the craziness that I was not the only one pushing a stroller and battling a not so happy little one. Can you believe 2 books cost over $175.00 !! Wow is all I can say. I am excited though. It has been a long time goal of mine to finish college. I am more determined now than ever. 

For some time now my sister has been blogging about participating in something called Cara box. So when I started this blog I knew it was something I wanted to check out. So for sometime now I have been getting to know two great ladies. Today was the box send off. I can't wait to post more in my reveal blog to come.  

First day of school

Today has been a amazing day! Today was my oldest son L's first day in kindergarten. I know most parents are very sad to see their child off knowing it is such a huge mile stone. I am just so happy for him. My high energy boy loves
to interact with others and loves school we could not get him there fast enough.

So it begins

Today marks a big day for our family. L met his first elementary school teacher. He was so excited to say the least. He did not want to leave. It was very cute. On our way out we met his principle too. It was a great morning. He is going to love it on Monday. Afterwards I treated him to his favorite breakfast ( one i usually do not allow ) then we were off to run errands. A is still teething and on the crabby side so the more out and about he is the happier he is. So we ran errands until lunch time. Lol

After lunch it's off to work for me. I know it is good to get out and work but I just miss them so much when I am gone. When I get home they are passed out and always look so cute snuggled in bed. Until tomorrow when the craziness starts again. 

Perfect end to the night

Today I was going to take the kids to the zoo but because A is teething and super crabby I decided to not take that challenge. He fell sleep early so L and I played games and did fun learning activities ( also got a TON of laundry done). I love watching my boys, seeing them get so excited about using their imagination. The things that L does makes me crack up. I still can't believe he is starting school. He is so full of energy I know it is what he needs to grow. A is also developing such a personality . When I see the two play I am just in aww. 

Tonight was some much needed time at me sister and brother-law's house. We did a pizza night. This is one of my favorite things. I love that we can just hang out . I know it sounds strange but its like my recharge . We missed my niece but we got to spend time with my nephews and my oldest nephew's girlfriend (ahhh young love ) . I am so proud of what they are becoming, and the drive I see in them. When did they get older though ? It seems like just yesterday they we the age my boys are. Time flies. I always always love my sister talk. Even if we talk about nothing it's the best.

Schools around the corner

Today we FINALLY found out L's school schedule. I was so shocked they are giving us 5 day notice. I can see for he older grades its just a matter of who is your teacher. For kindergarten since it is either morning or afternoon I would have thought we would have gotten more notice. Note taken for when its A's turn. 

I still can't believe it is almost time for me to start as well. I am so nervous. I really wan to do very well. Keeping my fingers crossed ;) 

Women's club

So after a nice morning with Tony running some errands while the kids played at their child center. I had a meeting to join the Streamwood women's club. I had been thinking about doing this for sometime. I really wanted to get more active in  our community.  I feel very strongly that no one should be hungry. Just the thought of someone having a empty stomach and no way to fill it saddens me. I really want to do more to help. I feel so many people have really forgotten how to help one another. A elderly person should never have to choose between medicine or food;or both. I see so much food go to waste when it really should go to ones in need. I am sure they won't care if its day old bread or slightly burned. Some may not even care if something is a day past the sell by date. As long as they had something in their bellies to soothe the growling. 

Enough of my tirade for now. Today really was a great day. I feel very blessed. I am so nervous about tomorrow's Crossfit. I am finally not sore.

So part of my time with the hubby today we went to Woodfield Mall and had these great frozen yogurt mmmmmmm. I highly recommend this place.

  

Trying new things

So over the last week my goal has been to try new things. I even started a new schedule with the kids. After many weeks of Tony trying to convince me I finally tried Crossfit last night. I was so nervous. I am not nearly as in shape as I used to be. It frustrates me . Anyway, because of this insecurity I have been very reluctant to try new physical things. Last night though I took the plunge. This is what I did. These pics are off their website so I am not in them but this is what we did....

It's a lot harder than it seems. I am not going to lie I am pretty sore today. I have to admit though . It's the best workout I have had in a long time. I feel fantastic ;) very happy I did this . 

 

Time to train

Tis the season to really start running . Starting tomorrow I am changing the kids schedules around  in hopes of getting more time in at the gym . Lets hope this works ;) getting so determine to accomplish some goals this year!