For my new friend Leslie...

(I know you’re probly wondering
“What is she up to now?”
My only goal for this rhyme-
is just to hear your “Wow”)

12 Roses for my Leslie

for 12 weeks she’s been my friend
Buying lunch and sharing giggles
I’m so sad to see it end L

12 things I hope to remember

the longer time goes by
and No Leslie, I swear, I promise
I don’t wanna make you cry

1^st rose is for the hiccups

she helped me get rid of
“Think of a spotted cow”
That remedy, I love!

2^nd Rose is for Chipotle

the “HEAVEN” she did hate
3^rd Rose is for my Nick Name
“Radar” ‘cause I’m so great! J

4^th Rose is for the Freddy’s

each time, I messed up bad
5^th Rose is for the Panda
it’s the best we’ve ever had!

6^th Rose is for the DQ

Chicken sandwiches are her thing
7^th Rose is for the Subway
As you listen to me sing

8^th Rose is for the Quiznos

She says they’re “Way-WAAAY better”
9^th Rose is for Roberto’s
I know just what to get her

10^th Rose is for Macayo’s

when we order it to-go
11^th is for Star bucks
Vente Caramel Frappachino

Let’s not forget the porkchops

chorizo and QT
I did it all for Leslie,
‘cause I know that she loves me!

12^th Rose is for “The Thingy”

that I never wanted to do
‘Cause I didn’t wanna have to work here
If I didn’t at least have you…

But now the table’s turned

As I spend my last few days…
I hope we meet again soon
with an employer who actually pays!

My S.W.O.T.

1. Strengths- I can use these strengths in ANYTHING I choose to do. I just need to CHOOSE!

a. I’m Reliable

b. I’m Friendly

c. I can be Fast

d. I am Skilled

e. I’m super Creative

f. I can be Motivated

g. I am Respectful

h. I’m very Unique

i. I can be Versatile

j. I get very Passionate

2. Weaknesses – Any of these weakness can be improved on with just a little bit of focus

a. I’m Not licensed

b. I can be Naïve

c. Sometimes I’m too Detailed

d. I can be Sensitive

e. I can be Indecisive at times

3. Opportunities- Combining my strengths with the following possibilities gives me great opportunities.

a. Should I Become Licensed?

b. Should I take this time and bond with my children?

c. Should I Make a career for myself now or later?

d. Should Go back to school?

e. I would love to start my own business.

4. Threats- The so-called ‘threats’ may be ‘excuses’ but they are a reality of the obstacles I face.

a. Money, or lack there of

b. Children, daycare expenses

c. Husband, lack of support

d. Self, pitfalls of confidence & determination

e. Time, need to organize it better

Clutter Bugs... Get BUSY!

The Challenge...

Since I'll be a 'stay-at-home-mom' soon- I thought I’d focus on a NEW CHALLENGE for the month of May. Once I get my house the way I want it- the REAL Challenge will be KEEPING it clutter-free!

clutter cramps my style

I loathe clutter. I know what you're thinking... but I DO! To me it’s just more stuff to look at, put away, pay attention to, or clean. I would much rather have less stuff so I can spend more time scrapbooking, playing with my kids, writing, or of course... faceboooking.

found money

Clutter also represents wasted money.When I go through things, I literally find money. Recently, I even found a money order from 2005- completely blank, completely unspent... I even tried cashing it- ugh. That was a $50 mistake. :o(

On the seldom occasion of finding ACTUAL cash- you may find also things which are sellable, and net a tidy profit from a few hours of decluttering. At the very least you can get the value of the items and take a tax deduction.

the NEXT 30 day challenge

I’m calling all you Clutter Bugs to come forth and join my CHALLENGE with me. 5 a day to keep the clutter away.

The guidelines are simple.

• Find 5 things a day that you can get rid of. Size doesn’t matter. It could be a spoonrest or an entire wardrobe.
• Put them in a box/bag/bin in an out of the way area (your garage, laundry room, a closet)
• At the end of each week or the month (depending on your storage space) trash it, give away or donate all the items
• If you find something that indeed is sale-worthy you have the month to sell it. If by the end of May- it’s still in your box, it goes, and you get a nice tax write-off.

Options for getting rid of your items include:

• - Goodwill/Salvation Army/Savers/Homeless shelter... or other charities for toys/kid’s clothing consider a local domestic violence shelter
  
  
• - CraigsList (free or for sale)
  
  
• - Freecycle
  
  
• - eBay
  
  
• - Be creative! Maybe you have a friend who could use your old lawnmower, or you create a neighborhood swap.
  
  

By the end of the month you should have 155 things to go. Take a photo of it and upload it to an album if you want. (For me, I'll do a before and after picture of my worst cluttered areas- only 'cause Photos help me stay modivated.)

As you read this note- Let me know if you are up for the challenge, and as you start your own album- tell me what your struggles are with stuff.

I find that most people (especially ME) have issues letting things go for one reason or another, and I’m happy to help you work through yours. Feel free to email me, text, or comment here on facebook.

A few things that will tie-in with the 5 a day challenge:

• live chat through fb instant message
• before and after photos of my problem areas (if it helps you know- you're not alone!)
• videos to show you how I determine if things are saleworthy, and how I choose what to get rid of
• a possible giveaway! (working on sponsors for this right now, feel free to email me if you have a product that ties in with the challenge)

Looking forward to hearing what you think, and getting rid of the clutter with you! We all know that My house needs it!

"Do that AGAIN Mommy!"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hrcxUTJvas

My darling kids found my 'surprised' reaction to be so hilarious- they asked me to do it again & again.

I apologize for the dizziness of the clip- didn't have anyone else to film their cuteness for me. :o)

What goof balls... aren't we? LoL


so... here i go, i think i got a pretty darn cute video of me and my kids- gonna post on youtube and see if i can make $ with it. WISH ME LUCK! :oD

Poem to HomeLovers

I know your time is valuable

But frankly- mine is too

That’s why I just decided

I’ll write a poem just for you

For 3 months I’ve been working

At HomeLovers LLC

As much as I have loved it

I’m afraid it’s not meant to be

It’s just not smart to stay here

Despite the way I feel

With two kids still in daycare

I can’t even pay 1 bill

I’ve hem hawed these last few weeks

I’ve hinted and I’ve pleaded

To stay, I need a raise please

But not sure if I’m needed

I thought I was doing great

I am good with people and such

But my 90 days have come

And no one’s ever said much

So here I am just waiting

Till Dave and Mike ‘have time’

To talk to me about options

‘stead of listening to me rhyme

I’ve thought about becoming licensed

I’ve thought about working from home

But if HomeLovers doesn’t want me

Then it’s time that I move on

Can you afford to keep me?

‘Cause I’d really like to stay-

I’d need thirteen an hour

Or from home, $60 a day

Is there a future here with you guys?

If not, then that’s okay.

So I’ll sum it but by telling you

I’ll work till the 10^th of May.

Matthew sure love his TWEVOR!

Cutest kids EVER!

i've got the cutest kids ever!
Matthew: arranged all the magnetic letters on the fridge and grabbed my hand. Once he led me into the kitchen- he pointed to the fridge and said "Mommy- wook, it says "I wuv mom very much- and I want someting to dwink peas". :o) Gotta love him.
Brooklyn: Got her cute glasses today and all she can do is 'ooh' and 'ahh' at everything. She won't stop smiling and hugging me. :o)

Like I said, cutest kids ever- right? :oD