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Showing posts with label Guest Blogger. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Birthday Guests: Kari
9:00 AM
Kari from the blog Lime Green Movie Girl is our next wonderful birthday week guest poster! I love her blog! She's got great style, great posts and great taste in movies. Definitely go and check out her blog!
well hello followers of simply kate.
i am the great lime green movie girl.
yeah, in the flesh.
well, my flesh is typing these words. which the internet will turn into binary and then convert back into text for you to read.
someone once asked me why it is i blog.
[and by someone, i mean a fictional character made-up in my head.]
i was far too tired to answer them appropriately.
[because i often stay up till three in the morning doing absolutely nothing.]
so in order to redeem myself, i will tell you now.
i blog, because i think i am funny. witty. and an insanely good [looking] writer.
i blog, because my love language is ‘words of affirmation’ and people often compliment my blogging skillz.
i blog because my therapist recently got a girlfriend and is no longer at my disposal 24/7.
[nevermind the fact that i set them up.]
i blog because my fingers need a work-out after dunking oreos.
i blog because people kept defriending me on facebook due to my constant status updates.
[and stalker-ish tendencies.]
i blog because no one except my mom reads my twitter account.
i blog because i will be famous someday, and want you to feel cool for knowing me before i was.
i blog because ‘i just have a lot of feelings.’ – Mean Girls
...
and for the fine details:
props to miss katie for helping fate select my name from the jar so you could all be graced by my awesome-ness.
props to sarcasm for aiding me in my boastful post.
props to we heart it for the above picture.
She's adorable, is she not? I love this girl and you should too! Go and check out her blog, Lime Green Movie Girl! Thanks again Kari!
Also, I did a guest interview over on Tristacio's blog. She asked some pretty hilarious questions, go and check them out and hear my answers. Did I mention it was a video interview? It's awesome!
Also, I did a guest interview over on Tristacio's blog. She asked some pretty hilarious questions, go and check them out and hear my answers. Did I mention it was a video interview? It's awesome!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Birthday Guests: Jenn
9:00 AM
I'm featured over on For The Love of Blogs! It's a pretty awesome feeling! Go check it out!
Our next guest poster is the lovely Jenn from Worth a Fig! She has written a tutorial for us that sounds so awesome! You should definitely check it out!
Our next guest poster is the lovely Jenn from Worth a Fig! She has written a tutorial for us that sounds so awesome! You should definitely check it out!
I sat down at the table in the morning with my three year old daughter to enjoy a breakfast of a wholegrain bagel with cream cheese and orange marmalade. I was feeling a bit under the weather and I seriously needed a pick me up. I was tired, bored, and my hair looked simply hideous. With a sigh I sipped my coffee and leafed through a book called The Beauty Cookbook. I was looking for ideas for my weekly feature called Makeover Monday, and I also wanted to whip something up for my guest post here at Simply Kate. That is when I stumbled across something that made me laugh out loud. The recipe was called “my hair needs a bagel with that conditioner” and I had everything I needed sitting right on the kitchen table. So I pulled out the blender and whipped up a pick me up for my tired, limp hair... and I hoped that my spirits would lift right up with it.
Here is a shot of my dry, brittle hair before the treatment.
All I did was combine 1 egg, a tablespoon of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of water in a blender and processed it until it was smooth. I combed it all through my hair and let it sit for 15 minutes while I checked my email. It smelled kind of odd. I'm not used to applying cheese and butter to my hair... but it was thick so it stayed put and didn't drip on my clothing. That said, I would put on an old bathrobe for this one and not that sexy silk kimono.
After the timer when off I jumped in the shower (actually I stepped into the shower... you should never jump in the shower) and rinsed the eggy-cheesy gunk out of my locks. I shampooed twice just to make sure that I got all the oily residue out of my hair. I was planning on letting my hair dry naturally because that is what I usually do. My curiosity got the best of me, however, so I got out the blow dryer to speed up the process.
I was pretty impressed with the results. I wouldn't recommend this treatment for everyone, but since I wear my hair in a bob it worked great for me. The treatment gave my hair a glossy shine that might not work for people who wear styles that need more lift and volume. My hair also felt more plump... and for a person like me with very fine hair that was a nice thing. I don't think that I'll do this treatment often. For one thing the smell of the cream cheese kind of clings to your hair and when you blow dry you get a sudden craving for cheesecake or fondue. I also think that it would lead to a waxy build up after a while. It is a great way to add shine to over-processed hair, however, and a great way to add a moment of pampering into an otherwise busy day.
My husband told me how nice my hair looked when he got home from work... with absolutly no fishing on my part at all. He didn't even know that I had put cheese in my hair when he said it. It really must have done something... or maybe I just smelled like breakfast.
Stop by on Monday and join the fun!
Thanks for the great post and the awesome tutorial! I might have to try that sometime soon!
Go and check out Jenn's blog, Worth A Fig! She's fabulous!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Birthday Guests: Lauren
9:00 AM
Meet Lauren! She's about the cutest blogger ever! Did I mention that she's also a cartoon? Erm... cartoonist. The second one.
Her blog is hilarious and so fun! Definitely go and check her out!
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren and this is me:
I can also be found like this:
That's me, in bed, playing on my computer and watching TV (but usually
something that isn't a still shot of a cloud). I hang out in bed cause
it's way more comfortable than the couch in my living room and also
because my comforter is way warmer than any other blanket I have.
I have a little blog called the blog you're
about to read and it's content is a bunch of stuff but my main
features are stories about me when I was in awkward/funny/embarrassing
situations. Oh and then I illustrate them so that they
are hilarious.
Like this one, when I was a ninja!
I have another blog called Scrumptious
Saturdays. It used to be one of my features on my first blog,
"Recipe Friday," but decided to give it it's own home. Every Saturday
I post a new, awesome recipe that I must share with the world. There
are also pretty pictures of the food which will make you immensely
hungry.
If you are reading this, it means you have good taste because from the
first time I happened upon Katie's blog I was hooked. How could anyone
not be? I don't really have anything else to say except thanks to
Katie for letting me guest post, and Happy Birthday!
Thanks again Lauren for the post and birthday wishes!
Can I say that I'm thrilled to finally be in cartoon form? I'm very smiley! I love birthday week!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Preview!
9:00 AM
Yesterday was the first day since March 11th that I didn't post something on my blog.
And it felt strange to me.
But after a month and a half of pre-planned and scheduled posts, I decided to give the blog a break.
One day was enough.
Now, I'm not planning on posting every day for this month, but I'm definitely going to post as much as I can.
I've got some great things coming this month!
We will be having a total of seven amazing guest bloggers throughout the month. Six of them will post next week and another on the 22nd.
It's my birthday on the 12th and I will be posting a special post that day to celebrate! I'm turning 22 and that's totally crazy to me. Why do we have to grow up so quickly? Either way, I'm excited to see what another year has in store for me!
I have two interviews this week. One today and one on Friday. I hope to have a few more on the way in the coming weeks. If I don't have a job by the 20th, then I'm being shipped back home to Utah. I hope that doesn't happen! So wish me luck! All of your good thoughts would be very much appreciated! If anything, I'm going to be an expert at interviews by the time this is all over!
The weight loss regime is back as well! So, be looking out for some great posts about tips and stories! 25 pounds to go to my goal! Anyone else on MyFitnessPal.com? I just started and am loving the site! I'd love to have you as a friend/motivation buddy!
It's going to be a great month filled with photos, stories, tips and guests! Stay tuned!
Also, sorry about the video I posted on Sunday. It's temperamental and doesn't like to work for me all the time, either. So here's another replacement. Hopefully it will make up for the fail of the other video!
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Sunday, April 24, 2011
Guest Blogger: Amber
9:00 AM
Happy Easter!
The wonderful Amber from This Is The Life has been awesome enough to agree to guest blog for me this Sunday! She takes amazing photos on her blog and has the cutest style! I love checking out what clothes she's wearing in each style post!
The wonderful Amber from This Is The Life has been awesome enough to agree to guest blog for me this Sunday! She takes amazing photos on her blog and has the cutest style! I love checking out what clothes she's wearing in each style post!
First I would like to thank the wonderful Kate for having me as a guest blogger! Isn't she great?!
1. Tell us about you and your blog.
My name is Amber and I am a wife and mommy to a dog and two cats. I write the blog This Is The Life. My blog is a lifestyle blog that includes a lot about my little family with some fashion, interior design, d.i.y projects and more thrown in the mix.
2. What is your favorite book?
This is a tough one. I am so ashamed to say that I haven't read a book in a while, but I have a mega long list of books I would like to read. The last book I read was probably Time Traveler's Wife - loved it!! (but did not love the movie.)
3. What makes you a nerd?
Well, I wear glasses, so I fall into the four eyes category (although I do wear contacts most of the time). I like to do lists and itineraries, is that considered nerdy?
4. You have three hours to live. What do you do?
Oh wow. This is tough. Probably just spend time with my hubby. Maybe make some phone calls to people I want to say I love you to one last time. Geez this is a sad question to think about!
5. Describe the perfect sandwich.
Lightly toasted bread, turkey, tomato, lettuce, cheese, avocado/guacomole...
6. What would be your ideal job?
My ideal job would be to stay at home mom. That has always been my dream.
7. What is the most important thing in your life?
Family and friends. Without those two things, what do you have?
8. Would you rather fight two hundred two year olds or two hundred chiuahuas?
Oh my word! What would we be fighting for?! haha. I guess I would have to go with the chihuahuas. Although I'm an animal lover, I would feel less bad about hurting dogs.
Thanks so much for posting for me Amber! You're a doll! Remember to go and check out her blog!
Also, I reached 300 followers yesterday! I can't tell you how much it means to me that you all like my blog enough to follow! It really makes me smile every day! Thank you for the support! I love you guys!
Also, I reached 300 followers yesterday! I can't tell you how much it means to me that you all like my blog enough to follow! It really makes me smile every day! Thank you for the support! I love you guys!
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Guest Blogger: Sara
9:00 AM
Today, it is my pleasure to introduce the wonderful and funny Sara from Sara's Organized Chaos! Her blog is so great and each time I read it, it puts a smile on my face!
You should all go and check out her lovely blog after you read this post!
Before I introduce myself... I want to thank Kate for asking me to do a guest post for her. I always enjoy these especially when I get a set of questions to answer. It requires almost no work!
1. Tell us about you and your blog.
Well.. I'm a mommy to two kids (Olivia-5 and Jackson-3), two cats (Stumpy and Batman), married to my husband Matt for seven years, I work part time and have my own Etsy shop (http://scrapinsara.etsy.com). And then in my free time I blog. And by "free time" that means I kick Matt and the kids out of my bedroom, lock the door and spew forth my crazy into a blog format. I had never blogged in any capacity before I started my blog, Sara's Organized Chaos (http://strandupdate.blogspot.com) and originally started it to keep friends/family updated with my kids. It turns out either they are all lazy or don't really care because they never checked it. And at the time, I was really stressed out with my job and life, and I needed a place to vent... so I changed it to what it is today. And miraculously- my family started reading it and I get yelled at all the time about my blog. :)
2. What is your favorite book?
Oh man. Narrow it down to one??? Wow. I am an avid reader and I consume every book I can get my hands on. I do book reviews on my blog for TLC book tours and I encourage everyone to read as much as they can. But one of my favorite books, one that I recommend to EVERYONE, would be The Leisure Seeker by Michael Zadoorian. It's a great story about elderly parents who have failing health, and how their children just want them to live in a nursing home. Well... the parents have other plans and hit the road in their Leisure Seeker RV and hilarity and sadness ensues. It really made me think about my own parents differently.
3. What makes you a nerd?
Definitely my reading makes me nerdy. I always have a book with me. I also like rocks and if I could have been a Geologist, I totally would have. Except you need math skills and I can barely add. Don't ever ask me to do any kind of math in my head because you'll just get a blank stare from me. But I also totally love reading paranormal/sci fi books with vampires, angels, nephilim, wolves, etc. I totally dig that kind of stuff and often wonder if we're alone on our planet. I'm not so worried about aliens unless they want to probe me, but I don't know. I guess I'd worry about that at the moment, ya know?
4. You have three hours to live. What do you do?
Squeeze my kids' guts, get an afternoon quickie with my husband and finish my book. While eating spaghetti and drinking as much Pepsi as I possibly could.
5. Describe the perfect sandwich.
I don't know if live gets better than crunchy peanut butter and grape jelly sandwiches. But a close second would be turkey or chicken with colby jack cheese and a little lettuce. And both would have to be on white bread because wheat is for losers.
I don't know if live gets better than crunchy peanut butter and grape jelly sandwiches. But a close second would be turkey or chicken with colby jack cheese and a little lettuce. And both would have to be on white bread because wheat is for losers.
6. What would be your ideal job?
I like doing clerical things, and I have an Associates Degree as an Administrative Assistant. I currently work at a college bookstore and I love it. I love being around books, I love being able to read books at work. SO.. one day I'd like to be able to be here full time and mixing my two loves together.
7. What is the most important thing in your life?
Knowing my family is safe and happy. It took me awhile to learn that no matter what else is going on- if you have a safe and happy family you have everything. I used to work in a job I once loved but it turned into something I dreaded going to and I wasn't happy and I realized I had to get out of there because my unhappiness and stress were really affecting everyone around me. And once I left and got things back on track I was able to look at how unhealthy everything once was. So I'm definitely a living example of the importance at being happy at your job and how it spills into your home life.
8. Would you rather fight two hundred two year olds or two hundred chihuahuas?
They are pretty much the same thing, they both make intolerable noises and they whine. But I'm going to say I'd take the 200 hundered 2 year olds because you know that some of them have to be the loners of the group and you can go all pyschological on them and get them on your side. And frankly- if you threaten kids by saying if they don't stop right now, monsters really will eat them at night, they usually chill out. I doubt a chihuahua really cares.
That was fun! It reminds me of my Friday Dear Sara posts where I take all kinds of questions from readers whether it be "get to know me" questions or questions they have and want my advice on. It's fun and I answer everythign that comes to my mail box! Please stop by my blog and hang out with me for a bit... I have some of the best readers ever (Kate is proof of that) so you know you'll have a good time. Or at least be able to laugh at me. :)
Thanks so much for posting on my blog Sara! You're amazing!
Don't forget to go and check out her blog!
Also, I was featured over on Sunny Dee's blog. You should go and check out my post and her blog as well!
Also, I was featured over on Sunny Dee's blog. You should go and check out my post and her blog as well!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Guest Blogger: Shannon
8:00 AM
It is my pleasure to announce our latest guest blogger! The wonderful and funny Shannon from Shanimal's Crackers!
She is stinkin' fun and ever since I found her blog, I've been in love with whatever she writes!
So, first read her post here and go and check out her adorable blog!
1. Tell us about you and your blog.
I’m Shannon and I’m short, shy, and sharp. Please take note that all of these adjectives start with “sh,” and in conjunction, are supposed to help you remember my shrewd sheepish shining name. If these techniques fail your memory, then maybe my blog’s name, Shanimal’s Crackers, will be easier to remember. That name is a bit more creative and only played a tad on words.
Oh, man. Like, really, I don’t know how to describe my blog. But I will tell you the definition of my name. Shannon means “short and wise.” I’m not even making that up. And I will say this fact to anyone I come in contact with because it makes me feel Shpecial.
Back to the non-question at hand, I guess my blog could be considered a “humor” blog, but don’t quote me on that. Yeah, pretend those quotation marks aren’t even in the previous sentence—I’m too lazy to delete them.
2. What is your favorite book?
You know what series I find absolutely hilarious? Don’t laugh—or, go ahead and laugh…just not at me—but I recently read all the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, and those books are pure entertainment. Just my type.
Oh, do I come off sounding unintelligent? Let’s rectify that (dang, I knew I set the bar too high by describing myself as “sharp.” Next time I’ll use the word “shabby.”). I also really like serious books, too: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and The Help.
3. What makes you a nerd?
Well, if loving Diary of a Wimpy Kid doesn’t, then I don’t know what does. Okaaaaaay, fine, I have a list:
-I like lists
-I mainly listen to 90’s music
-I love cats
-I like Michael Jackson jokes
-I like pun jokes
-I am a punctuation/spelling activist
-I am currently listening to “Carol of the Bells,” by John Williams, from the Home Alone soundtrack
-I collect board games
-I just downloaded Disneyland’s “Main Street’s Electrical Light Parade” song because it reminds me of the electrical light parade, which makes me happy. I liked all the shiny lights…and Disneyland
-I say “hecka”
-I currently reside in Utah. (Joke. Not the part about me living here, but the part about it making me a nerd. I only said that living in Utah makes me a nerd because I know you, Katie, are from here…you can stop laughing at this hilarious joke now…)
-I hang out with my grandma…and enjoy it
All things good: Disneyland, Grandma.
-I can’t believe I forgot this, but…I love Mario! (Not to be confused with the singer, I’m talking about the Mario who’s the star of this joke: What kind of pants does Mario wear? Denim, denim, denim *say it to the tune of the music from when Mario’s underground*)
4. You have three hours to live. What do you do?
Cry.
5. Describe the perfect sandwich!
Sharp cheddar cheese and mustard. No joke. I remember being in, like, third grade and my mom had made me a cheese sandwich (mustard is ALWAYS involved, sometimes with chips wedged between the cheese and bread—preferably salt and vinegar…or Fritos…or Doritos…or…Cheetos…or cheddar and sour cream…or…). I was minding my own business, going about taking a bite out of my sandwich, when a classmate asked, “Did your mom forget to melt the cheese?” I was too embarrassed to tell the truth. Well, now I’m not afraid to say it to the entire Internet world: No, the cheese wasn’t ever meant to be melted.
This reminds me: I was at some relatives’ a few years ago. One of my cousins was, like, “I’m hungry. I’m going to have a snack.” Then I saw this:
Melted cheese on a plate
Weird. There’s not even mustard (or chips…or bread) to accompany it.
6. What would be your ideal job?
I have no idea. One that I love, where the cash flows in, while I do the minimal amount of work. Let me know if you’ve heard of it.
7. What is the most important thing in your life?
Probably my family.
8. Would you rather fight two hundred two year olds or two hundred chihuahuas?
Either way, it’s not a fair fight. I’d surely win.
Thank you, Katie, for asking me to be a guest blogger. I had fun answering these questions, and hopefully you’ve come to known a little bit more about me. I just hope what you know now doesn’t scare you away.
And thank YOU Shannon for such a wonderful, funny post! You're awesome!
Remember to go and check out her blog!
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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Guest Blogger: Kevin
8:03 AM
It is my pleasure to present a blogger that is very close to my heart. (He's my boyfriend. You can say "Aw." It's okay.)
His blog, World Between the Lines, is so much fun to read! He just finished a project where he reviewed every song from his favorite band and is about to begin a whole new theme to his blog! Go and check it out!
His blog, World Between the Lines, is so much fun to read! He just finished a project where he reviewed every song from his favorite band and is about to begin a whole new theme to his blog! Go and check it out!
Kevin was kind enough to agree to be this week's guest post! And to make it more fun, he invited me to guest post on his blog today too! So, read this post first and then go and read mine!
1. Tell us a little bit about you and your blog.
Thanks so much for guest posting for me Kevin!
1. Tell us a little bit about you and your blog.
Art, music, opinions, whatever. That’s the simple answer to what my blog is about. For the past five months I spent most of my time writing song reviews, with only a bit here and there that was actually about my life. But, I’m working on changing that around and making my blog more personal. And just what am I? First, I’m an artistic kind of guy. I love to draw, color, animate, design, paint, film, write, and do just about all things creative. Art has been one of the few things that keep me from going berserk. And one of the other things is my love for all things nerdy.
2. What is your favorite book?
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. That was too easy! Maybe I shouldn’t use Harry Potter… hmm.. either The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne or Animal Farm by George Orwell would be next. Ah, screw it, yes, Harry Potter. I’ve been hooked on these books since I was a kid, I practically grew up with Harry. The second one is my favorite mostly because I love the mystery to it. It irresistibly reminds me of the TV. show, “Cold Case” – except the writing is much better. Rowling is a genius.
3. What makes you a nerd?
Read my blog. No seriously, if you do you’ll see just how nerdy I can be. I wrote a review for each and every song from the albums of my favorite band, a band that has a concept dealing with spaceships, cyborgs, tyrants and rebels, a Jesus figure, psychos, and aliens.
Aside from that, I practically live and breathe the things I like. I can tell you obscure details as well as quote lines from Star Wars and Harry Potter. I read Wookieepedia – the official Star Wars Wiki. I have Star Wars related toys on full display on my dresser in my room. I quote lines from Red vs. Blue. I quote Disney movies and I blast Disney music in my car while speeding down the freeway, and simultaneously sing along. I have accounts on forums dedicated to different video games. I re-play Pokemon at least twice a year. I’ve played various Legend of Zelda video games to the point I know them in and out. I sometimes think about who used to live in Snowpeak Ruins from one of those games. I used to be a moderator for an art gallery dedicated to the Zelda games. And I used to run a Zelda website until I realized I didn’t know anything about web design. Need more?
4. You have 3 hours to live. What do you do?
Spend them with my family, friends, and my girlfriend, whatever we wanted. And call up those loved ones who aren’t with me and spend the final moments in the company of them all.
5. Describe the perfect sandwich!
I’m the kind of person that loves to stuff his sandwiches with plenty of things and doesn’t care how many calories he’s added. The best sandwich I’ve ever eaten: Roast beef, ham, bacon and turkey on 9-grain wheat bread, with pepper jack cheese, chipotle mayonnaise, extra honey mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickles, jalapenos, some Tabasco sauce, and lots of pepper. *mouth waters*
6. What would be your perfect job?
I’d love to be working as an all-things type of artist, taking on freelance projects and commissions for designing, illustrating, animating. Just anything that allows me to explore my creativity while having a decent pay.
7. What is the most important thing in your life?
Just knowing that I’m not alone in being scared or worried about what life is going to throw at me once I get out of college. That, and knowing that I’m not alone period.
8. Would you rather fight a hundred two year olds or a hundred Chihuahuas?
Neither sound good, but I think I’d go with Chihuahuas. Much as I love my niece and nephews, screaming two year olds annoy me to a ridiculous end, and I’d probably be subdued by them. Every Chihuahua I know tries to act all tough, but they’re just little punks that run away. I’d go with Chihuahuas.
Don't forget to go and read my post on Kevin's blog!
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Guest Blogger: KG
8:04 PM
Hey all! I'm happy to present one of my all time favorite bloggers to you!
I've been in love with her blog since the moment I found it and it still makes me laugh to the point of liquids spewing from my nasal cavity. She was also my first real blog friend! I love her, and you should all check her out!
She was sweet enough to do a guest post for me! I asked her a few questions and her answers still make me giggle and I've read them quite a few times already.
1. What is your blog about?
My blog is my therapy and my stage. It is a safe place for me to ramble about the random, the mundane, and the ridiculous. I try not to take myself too seriously, and tend to use an over abundance of humor to describe my life. No doubt, my living in Alaska is just downright laughable. I'm afraid of everything, including animals dead or alive, and eating anything that wasn't brought home from the grocery store. The internet has been the keep of my sanity, from internet shopping to social networking. I'm not sure what I would do without my connection to the outside world.
2. What is your favorite book?
The Host by Stephenie Meyer (I know, Kate is hanging her head in shame) I read The Host in September 2009 and fell in love with the characters and world that Stephenie created. It's sort of Bodysnatchers meets Stargate. I had a hard time getting into the book in the beginning, but once it picked up, I couldn't put it down. I cried through the last third of the book, it was difficult to read through the tears. And Although some people may throw a book at me for saying it, The Host is so much better than Twilight.
3. What makes you a nerd?
I wear nerdy librarian eyeglasses, that's about it. No, I'm joking. I have always been kind of a nerd, but not the super smart kind of nerd, more like the awkward push-my-glasses-up-with-my-
4. You have 3 hours to live. What do you do?
Pray for forgiveness, obviously. No, I would probably call all my family members and close friends and tell them how much I love them, and then spend the rest of my time with my husband. 3 hours really isn't a very long time, I mean we couldn't even watch Lord of the Rings in that time. Sad.
5. Describe the perfect sandwich!
BLT, hands down. A sandwich full of bacon? what's not to love? The perfect BLT has a slice of toasted white bread, mayo, lettuce, tomato, bacon, another slice of toast, more lettuce, tomato, and bacon, and another slice of toast to finish it off. it's like the Big Mac of BLTs.
6. What would be your perfect job?
I haven't quite figured out what the perfect job for me is, but I do know it involves working from home and hopefully brings in a fare amount of money. Anything that involves creativity and design, be it event planning or graphic design. I love to write, but there are so many people much more talented than I, I don't feel I can compete.
7. What is the most important thing in your life?
My husband. Everyday he surprises me with his ability to deal with my irresponsible and childlike behavior.
8. Would your rather fight a hundred two year olds or a hundred chihuahuas?
What kind of skillz do these two year olds have? Chihuahuas have teeth, but two year olds have crazy death grips. It's a tough decision, but I'm gonna go with two year olds, because all I really need to do is start blowing bubbles and those munchkins are putty in my hands.
I seriously love this girl! Remember to go and check out her blog!
Thanks for being so wonderful and whipping up this post on such short notice, K! You are so the best blog friend EVER!!
Friday, November 19, 2010
Guest Blogger: Vic
11:00 AM
The always sweet and adorable Vic from Freckles and Fudge was wonderful enough to do our third Guest Blogger Friday during the month of November! I first discovered her blog when she asked me to do a guest post for her! I was so flattered! I thought that I would return the favor. She has such an awesome blog filled with such fun content and stories! Please go and visit her blog and give her some internet hugs!
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Hey fab faces. I was so thrilled when Kate guest blogged over on Freckles and Fudge for me. I thought the best way to thank her would be by posting over here today. As busy as I am, I can whip up a pretty rad post in a matter of minutes. I'm a mother to some gorgeous creatures and I whiz around like a bat outta hell sometimes. Okay. Most the times. I multitask. Right now, I'm writing this post, re-vising The Cute Kid Contest, adding new entrants to the voting page, responding to a thousand emails, eating a protein bar {it's pretty darn good} {it's called Clif} if you wanna try and shipping out lingerie from my ebay shop. Yes. I sell on ebay. I have for over 8 years and it's done us pretty good at times. I'm a Gemini. Kinda snotty at times but overall, I think I'm a great friend, lover, fighter and chit chatter.
I love photography. It's something I take pride in. Everyday. I carry my camera around like it's a piece of my clothing. We've been blessed to live in such amazing places. We've experienced a whole lotta good adventures and I'm confident we will more someday. I started Freckles and Fudge a year ago since both girls were in school full time. I enjoy writing and finding amazing people to share my life with. Blogging has taught me many different things. It's made me view my life differently and be more open to sharing my true feelings. I've never been one to care about what others see me as but I am the type of person who needs to be loved by many, hated by few. I have grown close to some bloggers. That's the beauty of networking. Some come into your life, leave quickly, others come in, stay awhile and all of that is okay. We grow and learn something new each day.
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I tend to taunt the gators behind our condo. I like adventure and being silly.
I usually say nothing has ever embarrassed me but I have a faithful reader that reminded me of the time I took naked pictures of myself. No. You won't be seeing any here. I took them because I was trying to lose weight. I don't have a scale so i figured i could see how much i was losing by snapping a few shots with my phone cam. I immediately deleted them off but when I went to send my mother in law a photo of Hannah and her new glasses, she expressed that it wasn't Hannah. I guess she was embarrassed too because she never said much, probably thinking I sent on purpose but my mother said something to me. She told me I had really big boobs, which I don't but you know how a camera phone can make everything look better than it really appears to be. In either case, I had Bryan try to figure out how these pics got sent and somehow they got saved to the card which really never deleted them like I thought. It must have been overloaded with pics and just sent them by mistake. How awful. Not because I'm ugly but because you just don't want anyone seeing your naked body. Let alone your mother in law. WOW.
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We love to bake. It's been a blessing to have my kids. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I am so thankful for them. They light up my day, they are my purpose. Nothing else matters. We live far from family, so it's a bit difficult to share our holidays with them. We usually just have the four of us. It's peaceful yet sad. But I couldn't be more grateful for the air we breathe, the sun that shines on us and the precious moments we have with one another. Each day is a gift. Embrace.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Guest Blogger: Lauren
9:23 AM
The wonderful and always fabulous Lauren from Busy Bee Lauren was sweet enough to do our second Guest Blogger Friday during the month of November! I discovered her lovely blog nearly a year ago and I've been in love ever since. She takes the cutest pictures, has the most adorable personality, and always has such fun posts to read! Everyone needs to go and give her some blog lovin'! She's just that amazing!
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren, and I blog over here. Since the awesomespice holiday of Thanksgiving is this month, I will be sharing with you the things that I am most thankful for this year.
1. Books. I love books oh so so so much. And I have read someone AMAZING books this year. I hope I am as lucky with my book findings next year!
2. Sprinkles Cupcakes. Dude. The rumors are absolutely true...Sprinkles has the VERY best cupcakes in the world. I feel fortunate to have a Sprinkles 20 minutes from my home, and I feel even more fortunate that we go there for all special occasions. I dream of their red velvet and coconut cuppycakes!
3. Beautiful Arizona Skies. It might be wickedly hot here, but we have some of the most glorious sunsets and cloud formations. I feel so grateful for this earth Heavenly Father has given us!
4. Blog friends I got to meet. This year I got to meet a lot of friends that started out as readers of my blog, and then turned to real life friends. One of my closest friends, Kate, even flew down from Colorado to stay with me. So amazing! I'm grateful for each of them :) People wonder if online friends are as cherished as real life friends...the answer is YES!
5. Our pets. For my birthday, Ted bought me my very own cockatiel baby bird, Gizmo. I love him so much! And then in July, we bought a baby rabbit, Leo. They add so much happiness to our lives!
6. My photography. My love of photography has grown so much this year. I love my collection of polaroids, and my "toy" cameras...and that I have been able to develop my digital photography skills. It has been a blessing to document each day of our lives.
7. My family. I can't tell you about how much joy my family brings me in my life. They are my best friends, and the greatest people I know. I feel fortunate to live near them and get to spend so much time with them.
8. My Ted. My husband Ted has been a part of my life for over 7 years now, and has been my greatest blessing. He makes me want to be a better person, and makes me smile every day. He is who I am most thankful for.
Thank you for letting me share with you my thankful list!
What are YOU thankful for?
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