A {quick, easy} USEFUL gift to show your thankfulness…

Sorry for the crappy iPhone pic, it was late :(

I just wanted to share a gift we have our sitters this week for Thanksgiving.  I thought about grabbing a gift card to Starbucks or for a pedicure, but decided that was more suitable for a birthday.  Instead, I got them a basket of thinks they use while caring for my children every day.  We included snacks {mac & cheese, granola bars, goldfish, applesauce pouches, juice boxes, etc.}, paper products {toilet paper, paper towels}, cleaning products {wipes, bleach wipes, hand soap, hand sanitizer}, & a few other random items like laundry detergent {our sitters wash the kids clothes if they have an accident--potty or paint}, gum, chapstick, hair ties, gum, bandaids, & ibuprofen. Plus a little chocolate and a sweet note on this free heart Thank You printable.  The best part about this gift is that you can make it whatever price range you want {I also included a gift receipt, so they could return anything they wanted to}

Don't forget to show love to some of the people that help keep your family together {school/dance teachers, babysitters, grandparents, preschool drivers, aunts, friends, etc.}

Thankful | November 2013

I know, I know...it's like a friend of my posted on Facebook 'everyone that complains all year long is suddenly thankful for everything'  I found that funny.  I try to fill this place with happy things, and reading everyone's posts on Facebook {I didn't participate this year} has reminded me be thankful for lots of little things, even in the thick of ugly.  So here is my 'Thankful' post {I'll be adding to it throughout the month}....

November 1 | my Father in Law
Today, after working a full day at work, my husband and father in law insulated the attic of our lake house to help even the temperature throughout the house and keep heating costs down this winter.  I cannot tell you the number of projects my father in law has come to help with, no matter how many hours he has worked throughout the week or how much he would rather be napping in his recliner! :)  I love him like my own father!

November 2 | Medicine
After a long couple of weeks with Cullyn, I am so thankful for awesome healthcare providers and more importantly, good medicine.  Thank you for making my little man feel better!

November 3 | my Brother in Law
I am so thankful for my selfless brother in law, Daryl.  This man is an awesome BIL & even better husband and father.  He is always willing to lend a hand.  Today he came to our lake house to help start the siding project.  Without him giving up his Sunday, we would have not been able to get the entire front of the lake house sided.

November 4 | my Hubby
There are so many aspects of Adam I have to be thankful for, but today I am most thankful to have him as the father of my children.  I cannot imagine doing this parenting thing alone.  He is always ready to take over when I need a break no matter how tired he is.  He takes care of our children every single morning and comes home from work to help again.  And nights like last night/this morning, he even takes night duty.  I can't imagine going through life with anyone else by my side.  I am so blessed to call him my husband and an honored that my children have such an awesome role model to look up to.

November 5 | a Flexible Boss
Again, going back to the long week we're enduring with Cully, I am so thankful for my boss.  Thankfully, she has been a working mama {of 4--with a traveling husband!} so she understands my need for a work/home balance.  Anytime I need to leave work or work from home she is 100% of board and tells me I need to take care of myself and my family before work.  This is such a rarity and I am so, so thankful for an understanding boss.  She is truly one of a kind.

November 6 | my Mother in Law
We are so blessed to have Joy.  She is always willing to come watch our children, even when she was working.  She lives to watch her grandchildren grow up and be involved with them.  Today she took the entire day to drive to our home and watch our sick boy, potty-training girl, & needed pup.  A 12 hour day with our crew is no easy feat and yet she never hesitates to help when we ask.  We are so thankful for our loving Mom/Grandma Joy.

November 7 | my job
I know I don't always act like it, but I am very thankful to have my job.  It's flexible and I really do like what I do-for the most part!  It's fast paced and super busy, but I'm actually thankful for that.  I can't imagine it any other way.  I am especially thankful for my job as the holidays approach us.

November 8 | nights in with my family
Thankful for this Friday night 'in' with my family.  Hanging out, wearing sweats,  and regrouping for the weekend.  It's so rare that we get a a full night at home to just relax and play as a family.  Movie nights in are one of my favorite!

November 9 | my Parents
So, so incredibly thankful for my parents.  For many reasons of course {loving, supportive, friends, etc} but today I'm thankful for the amazing grandparents they are to my kids and that they are always willing to come lend a hand when we're feeling exhausted and overwhelmed.  They love my kids and the time they get to spend with them.  *Thankful there were here for overnight/am duty with my kids who woke at 4:30a today {11/10} as well! :)

November 10 | awesome friends
We have the best friends ever!  So many of them we can hardly keep up {school friends, lake friends, old friends, {former} colleges, etc.} but the ones I'm most thankful for today are the Joynts.  We are recovering from an incredible night out with them last night.  We spent the evening at a concert and celebrated until the wee hours of the morning.  They always guarantee a great time.  I'm especially thankful that we can have an awesome night wether we stay in or we go out.  We are always their for each other and since we don't have grandparents in town, that means a lot! 

November 11 | all the Veterans
I know everyone is thankful for the veterans, so it's pretty cliche, but having this blog has really made me aware of the sacrifices that military families go through on a daily basis.  I am so grateful for all of the military men and woman for what they do everyday to keep us safe and fight for our freedom.  I feel so proud today {and everyday} to be living in America.

November 12 | home & heat
Holy cow was it cold today!  It snowed {1/5"} yesterday and when I went to work this morning it was just 13* outside {less with windchill & boy is it windy!}  The office was frigid until almost 9a!  This makes me so very blessed to have a warm home {and car & office}.  I cannot imagine being homeless {or even working outside} during days like today.  It's just bitter cold!

November 13 | our gym membership
Although I just dread going to the gym some days, once I'm there I really like it!  It gives me a boost of energy and helps me 'reset.'  I love the girls I've met there, the daycare, the tanning bed/sauna, and mostly the variety of classes they offer.  Such a blessing to find a gym that works for our family.

November 14 | a great daycare provider
Going through Cullyn's sickness and Jordyn's potty training the past couple of weeks has confirmed just how awesome of a daycare provider we have.  It takes a special person to be able to handle 6 kids under 3 {5 of them under 2!} all day, every day.  The kids love going to see her and we love that she reads to them and loves of them just like we do at home.  Truly a blessing to have a great sitter that we're comfortable with, I can't imagine it any other way!

November 15 | all of my photography clients
Wow!  I have been blown away by my awesome photography clients this year!  I have met some really cool people who have allowed me to expand myself both personally and professionally.  I never would have dreamt I would be doing photography for anyone besides my family.  It's so fun to have a creative outlet for me.

I'm legit! [New Blog Design!]

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Thank you...thank you...thank you Jess!  You are the best!

{you}

This post is about you!  I've noticed a lot more of you taking the time to read this blog of mine.  Thank you for reading [even if you don't comment].  I've updated my pages tab for those of you who don't know us in real life.  You can find them up top [when you hop out of Google Reader].  Welcome to all my new followers friends. 

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Thankul [30 days]

Tuesday, November 1st Today I am thankful for my new baby Jordyn Lynn.  She has added more to my life than I could ever have imagined.  I prayed so long for a baby and God gave me a beautiful, healthy, amazing baby girl.  I have no words to express what she means to Adam and I.  After just 9 days, I cannot remember our lives without her.  My heart has exploded!

Wednesday, November 2nd
Today I am thankful for my wonderful, amazing husband! He is honestly everything I am not...he is the half that makes me whole.  He treats me like a princess and does everything he can to provide for this family.  Adam is an awesome husband, and an even better daddy.  He reminds me each day to relax, laugh, and look at the big picture.  I love him more today than the day I married him.  I cannot wait to raise our family, live our life, and grow old with this man...he gives me butterflies every.single.day!

Thursday, November 3rd
Today I am thankful for family.  This word has a whole new meaning to me now than it did two weeks ago.  I am thankful for the wonderful family Adam and I were blessed to be raised with and the wonderful family Adam and I have started.  It's amazing to me how much love and emotion can be squeezed into one word! 
We have awesome parents & sisters who have always been there for us.  We both grew up with stay at home moms, married parents [26 years & 40 years], and mostly loving sisters!  
I thank God every day for 'my' little family.  My wonderful husband, happy baby, and loving pup bring me more joy every day! 

Friday, November 4th
Today I am thankful for grandparents.  Jordyn was blessed with amazing grandparents.  I don't know what I would have done without all of their help the past two weeks.  From helping with Jordyn so I could nap, to the gifts and food they brought, to the knowledge they have shared...I appreciate it all!  Thank you God for giving Jordyn awesome grandparents that could not love her more!!

Saturday, November 5th
Today I am thankful for date nights! :)  Grandpa and Gram are watching our little baby so we can go out for a date night.  Sushi, wine, & a night out with my hot hubby.  This night is perfect & without grandparents it would not be happening so soon!  As much as I love my daughter, I loved my husband first and without him I wouldn't have Miss Jordyn.  I pray that we never loose that fire and we can show our children now important a loving marriage really is. 

Sunday, November 6th
Today I am thankful for all of the visitors we have had.  We are so lucky to have so many caring and understanding friends and family.  I can't even count all of the visitors we've had in the past two weeks.  So many phone calls, visits, gifts, meals, and awesome guests.  Life gets busy, but thank you for blessing us with some many loving, kind people in our lives. 

Monday, November 7th
Today I am thankful for our health.  Jordyn had her two week baby appointment today and perfectly healthy!  Thank you for all of the teaching and modern medicine so we can have an amazing pediatrician.  Working in a hospital, I see so many families dealing with long-term, life-threatening illnesses.  I thank God every day for an overall healthy family.

Tuesday, November 8th
Today I am thankful that I live in a state with all four seasons. Today was our first snow of the season, and while I know that I'll be sick of it soon, I really do love it. I cannot imagine living somewhere that I didn't experience all seasons. I cannot wait to take Miss Jordyn skiing and sledding in this beautiful white snow! :

Wednesday, November 9th
Today I am thankful for my sisters safety.  This morning her car was stolen right in front of her in a matter of seconds.  While I cannot believe someone would steal a car, I am so thankful she was protected.  Her things can be replaced...she cannot!  I am also thankful that we live so close to each other and she was able to come spend the day with Jordyn and I.    

Thursday, November 10th
Today I am thankful for our jobs, especially in such a rough economy.  Although Adam's job is very demanding I am thankful for it's flexibility and ability to support our family.  Without him, I wouldn't be able to stay at home until the end of the year with our new addition.  I am also thankful for my job; the ability take so much time off, the flexibility throughout the year, and the insurance they offer.  I also love that I enjoy [most of] my job.  Lastly, I am thankful for Adam's ability and willingness to DJ and my photo shoot opportunities that add to our family fund from time to time. 

What are you thankful for this holiday season?

Cake Coma..

The birthday celebrations have halted at last.  I knew they would stop sooner or later I was just hoping for the second option! :)  I can whole heartedly say that this year was the best birthday since my 18th or so.  

See..my mom made birthdays a big..like huge.. deal at home.  Everything you could imagine [parties, treats, dinners, gifts..] every.single.year!  So I'm sure you could all imagine the let down on my 19th birthday.  No family birthday parties, no huge, wrapped gifts, no cake with 'Happy 19th Birthday, Abby' written across it.  Each year since birthdays tend to make me sad.  That is until this year..

Thursday night with the girls was cancelled [my fault!  too much fun Wednesday night!]  but Friday night Adam took me to dinner [crab legs!] and then to the casino [not my lucky night!  I lost all my money within 20 minutes..thank goodness Adam won some! :].  When we got home my sister Alicia and her bf Brad came over so we chatted with them until nearly 3am.  Great memories!  Saturday we got up and started our 3 1/2 hour trek to our friend [and band member] Corey's house so Adam's band could play.  At midnight Adam surprised me and sang Happy Birthday on the mic and Corey & his wife Gina brought me out a [very yummy!] birthday cake [with my name on it! :]  I was elated!  Sunday we had breakfast with them and headed home.  My sister and Brad were still at our house [watching Murdock] and surprised me at the door with brownies [a fav of mine!] and a cute birthday sash that they made for me!  :):)  Then my parents came down [making it 10 hours of driving to DSM this weekend!] bringing me Angel Food Cake [a fav of mine!].  When they arrived I opened my [wrapped!] gift from Adam [awesome, wine rack from my birthday list!] and gift from my sisters [UNI hoodie & license plate holder from my list as well!  Pretty glad I made that! :]  and card [$$$] from my parents.  After the men assembled my wine rack, we headed outside for some Bocce ball!  We may have got yelled at by an old man for having to much fun but it was worth it!  Great time..plus Adam & I won!!  :)  My other sister made it to town when we were playing [she is still staying with us..she goes home tomorrow] :(  We headed inside and after sitting down I decided I didn't really want to go to a restaurant this year..so we ordered Chips and ate it at home.  After dinner we played Battle of the Sexes & the girls dominated!

So after a concert, many meals, awesome family time, perfect weather, sweet gifts, and little sleep I am officially 24 years old.  Thank you everyone who helped to make my 24th birthday memorable [texts, messages, calls, gifts, and all!]  

I have experienced so much from in the last year [getting married, traveling, merging families, purchasing a car, changing jobs, and more]  I cannot wait to see the changes from 24 to 25!  Thanks for being with me through it all!

i did it..now catch up! i did it!

..I successfully lasted 5 days without blogging! :)  Cross that off the list! Friday was busy so I didn't get around to it and like most other weekends I wasn't able to blog Saturday or Sunday.  I figured I was 3/5ths of the way there so I might as well go 2 more!  I'll admit Monday & Tuesday were rough.  There were so many times I wanted to blog about something.  I think [and my hubby knows!] that I'm slightly addicted to this blogging stuff!  

..Since I mentioned hubby...he finally read my blog yesterday! :):):)  Although he didn't say much...I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad.  Nevertheless..I'm happy about it.  His only comment was...I read it-the video of you walking around in the background in your leopard undies was pretty weird..nice hun...I know what's on my blog & that isn't it! :)

.Friday we kept it low key.  Adam grilled for me and a few of our friends.  Saturday we went to the wedding which was a great time..I'm so excited for them! :)  Sunday we slept in and then went to Jen's graduation party [she was the one & only roommate I ever had...she lived with me shortly after I moved to Des Moines].  That night my sister and 3 of her friends came over for dinner [a FEAST!] Adam made Shrimp for an appetizer.  Pork chops & Italian Chicken Breasts along with Potato Packets & Veggie skewers YUM!!!.  I made Better Than S3x Cake...MMM!  

Steve & Tierra's Wedding

Jen's Graduation

Alicia & I

[Part of] Supper!  mmm!

..If you missed my post here please add to the list of things you would like to see photos of.  I'll probably post everything next week.  And Jen...I'll even do your photo request! :)  

..I missed Not Me! Monday so here it is...It was not me who had 2 pieces of Better Than S3x cake & a bottle glass of wine..while reading my book in the bathtub Monday night because I was feeling sorry for myself after the tiff Adam & I got into...nope!...not me!...I'm much more mature than that!

..We had Alphabet night last week...letter D.  Check it out here!  *Also...I think I'm going to start adding the recipes to these posts so I can go back to them if we want to make them again.  I'll end up with an alphabet recipe box on here! :)

..Last night Adam surprised me with King Crab Legs & Steak with potatoes for dinner...MMM!  [I think he was secretly trying to make me feel bad for being mad at him the night before...it worked!  What can I say...he knows me!]

..If you're still reading all of this I'm amazed...thanks for being such a dedicated reader! :)

..I got a  new sunhat to wear when I read outside..great purchase...I LOVE it! :)

..Oh..the hammock..Mackenzie & I put that bad boy up ourselves Thursday after school!

..I think we're going to have our E supper tonight!

..Friday Carter & I made a Vanilla Cake & topped it with whip cream & strawberries!  It was a hit at the B house! :)

..You'll never believe what Benny did in the bathtub this morning...guesses anyone?  Maybe a little gift to the first person to email me with the right answer!  

..Friday night I'm going on a little girls night...should be fun...it's been a while! 

..In my 5 day blogging break I did manage to finish True Colors by Kristin Hannah and almost finish Shopaholic Takes Manhattan by Sophie Kinsella.  A couple more books to add to my list! :)

..I'll call it a day...thanks for hanging with me...I'll post something more fun next! :)

..My mom & Sister[s] might come see me this weekend! :)

**No photos are edited..at this point I was just happen to get them documented!**

 

Just Thursday & Random Ramblings & Big Thanks!

HUGE Thanks..

For all of your prayers!  They sure worked!  His surgery, originally scheduled for 4:30, started at 7:30pm last night and was complete by 8:15.  The surgeon said my dad's heard looked better than it did two years ago!  He scrapped out an artery and didn't even put a stint in!  He did switch is medications, as he said my dad has been experiencing heart spasms [I forgot the real name].  He was released at 10:30 last night!  The doctor okayed them to leave for Mexico Monday! :)

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Random Ramblings..

-As requested...here is the link to our Big Bistro Burgers from the other night..

-My baby sister is DONE with her Freshman year at UNI!  She got all A's and 1 B!  I'm so proud of her!!

-The girls and I are running errands this morning.

-Adam got contacts this week [yay!  no more glasses!]

-Tonight is C night...I'm very excited for a night of relaxation with my hubby!

-The girls got their hair cut yesterday..can't wait to post a photo! :) 

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Outside my window..the sun is shinning! :) 

The time is..about 9:30 am

Today I feel..like God is looking out for me

I am thinking..about weekend plans...

At the moment, I am thankful..that my dad is going well!

I am going..to get my eyebrows waxed this morning..finally!

I am wearing..gray shirt, jeans, & ballet flats. 

I wish..I was going to Mexico on Monday too! :)

I am reading..blogs & I don't know how she does it by Allison Pearson.  Almost done!

I am working on..becoming healthier

I am hoping..to take Murdock on a walk tonight

I am hearing..the girls 'reading'

Around the house..library books are scattered everywhere!

I bet you didn't know..Today is my nieces Birthday!!

One of my favorite..this is a CLEAN CAR :)

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Have a great day Everyone!

In The Mail..

Look what I got in the mail over the weekend..

Yep!  One TWO straps covers for my cameras!!!  

Thank you Pam!!  I [heart] them!

You asked..I answered! & Giveaway Winners!

Thank You all for your awesome questions!  I answered them & posted the winners to my giveaway below!  

Mama M. asked...Where is Ankeny, Iowa?! (And how do you pronounce that?)

Ankeny is just North of Des Moines [Iowa's Capital!] in Central Iowa.  It sounds like Ank [yank w/out the y] e [A] ny [like Knee].  WOW!  I think I should take the time to learn what the little marks & capital letters mean..This question would have been MUCH easier! :)

*Mrs.messi asked...What about the married life most surprised you?

I confess..We lived together before we were married! :/  Nothing about marriage has really surprised me yet.  I guess the most challenging/time consuming/stressful thing so far is getting everything changed into my new name.  I just don't think I put much thought into everything that needs changed and the correct process of it all.  Ex: I can change my SSC & DL but have to wait to change my passport until this winter because we already booked our trip to Mexico in my maiden name and the tickets cannot be transferred...really?! ugg!

Neely asked...What is your favorite thing to do with the hubs?

STAY HOME & RELAX!  I think it's my favorite because we are usually so busy!  But I'm sure you meant something so much more exciting!  So I would say Skiing in the Winter & Camping in the Summer!  We always have so much fun & great memories from these trips!  I [heart] them! 

Krystal asked...You like Hypnotic, eh? What's your favorite way to drink it? Mixed? Straight up?

Yes..In college I didn't like ANY LIQUOR! until I found this.  It is still really the only 'liquor' I will drink.  I prefer it to be shaken with pineapple juice..YUMMO!!!  Many people call it Kool-aid because it is SOO NOT STRONG! :)

Pam, mom, honey, asked...how long have you been a nanny and will you ever do anything different?

I have been a nanny on & off [summers/weekends] since I was in High School but this is the first time I have quit my job to do it.  I have been a nanny with this family for only 5 months [holy cow the time has flown!!]  At some point I will do something different [since the girls are turning 3 next week & they wont need me forever] but hopefully I'll be able to go right from being a nanny to staying home with my own children!  That is my dream..lets see that God's plan is! :)

Kayla asked...When do you plan on having children? What is your most absolute favorite thing to do with your hubby? What's your secret for getting so many followers so quickly!? :-)

This question is great [we just talked about this during our 'weekend away'] we are still undecided!  I wish I could say I was the brave person that just 'let it happen when it happens' but I'm not.  I'm a planner!  We originally thought we would try this fall [around Adam's 30th Birthday & our 1 year Anniversary] but the closer it gets the more we want to savor our baby-free days!  So I guess short answer..we have no idea! :)  You will all know when it happens..promise! 

Absolute most favorite thing to do..anything with him!  I mentioned before but I just love our hang out at home days.  We don't have to be 'out' to have a great day.  We love to just be together & we always make it fun! 

Arizona Mamma asked...How long before you think you'll try for kids of your own?

I'm so undecided!  Some days I tell Adam I'm ready to try today and other times I think we should wait another year before starting.  The thing is I cannot wait to be a mom but I want to give my kids my full attention so I want to make sure I get all my selfishness out ahead of time!  The next time Adam & I will be kid-free I'll be like 50!  I'm sure we will do different things together at that age! :)  Adam would have got pregnant on our honeymoon if I would have agreed!

Melissa asked...What is your dream job?

I was asked the same question in 1st grade.  I still have the same answer..Stay At Home Mama! :)  I cannot wait!

Shelby Bukhenik asked...What did you do in the salon you worked in for 6 years and How long have you been a nanny?

EVERYTHING!  I started cleaning the tanning beds, then a receptionist, then purchasing products, when I ended I was doing a/p, a/r, and payroll.  I LOVED it! Then I moved..

I have been a nanny several times, this time about 5 months.

Kendra asked...What is your favorite book.? I am a big reader and love new books.

I love authors Nicholas Sparks, Jodi Picoult, and Emily Griffin but all time favorite book is probably 'Firefly Lane'  I just love that book!  It's a long read but so worth it!  

Stephanie Hartman asked...What do you like to do for fun??

Shop, get pedicures & massages, read, blog, travel, ski, go to movies, babysit, and last but most certainly not least.. spend time with family, friends, & Murdock.

*Helga asked...When you and Adam have a baby what do you want first ...a boy or a girl???

I want a healthy baby.  I don't care if I get a boy or girl, just healthy babies! I'll take whatever God gives me.  I would like 5..Adam isn't sold on that yet.  Also..I have a HUGE desire to have multiples!  PRAY PRAY PRAY! :)

Shelby asked... Do you already have baby names picked out? And if so, do you share them with anyone? 

We don't really have names picked out for sure.  We both love Aiden and Brecken for boy names.  I love Bennett for a girl name but we already have one in the family! :( Adam wants to use Dean for a middle name [since it is his & his dads middle name] and I would like to incorporate my moms maiden name [Jordan] into one of our kids names [either boy or girl].  We will just see I guess.  I don't really want to find out the sex ahead of time so we'll have to pick out both just in case!

Beth asked...Your puppy is precious. Do you tell your parents that it is their granddog until you have children??

Thank You!  Yes, my parents know they have 2 grandsons.  My sister has an English Bulldog, Uga [3] and we have a Great Dane/Weimaraner mix, Murdock [1 1/2].  They will take what they can get for now! :)

Mom24 asked...why do you Nanny? Was it always something you new you wanted to do, or do you do it for other reasons?

I always had interest but it's hard to find a family that is able to make it your full time job.  When the opportunity came..I jumped & am loving every bit of it!  Since we don't have children of our own yet, this is the closest I can get! :)

Sonora asked... Would you consider nannying even after you have children of your own?

Yes & No..I would consider it if they came to my house.  Once I have children I will not go into someone else's home.  

Kathy K asked...What are some of your favorite places to vacation?

Jamaica was the best!  I always love Florida or Alabama [I love the Gulf!] I have family in Oregon and find it such a peaceful & gorgeous place to live!  I always have fun in Chicago & Kansas City!  I love traveling! :):):)

Amanda Weezie askd... If you had your choice to go anywhere in the world and why? 

This was the hardest question for me.  I would say Australia since Adam & I both want to go there.  

Hilary Lane asked...If you had to choose between a cell phone (phone & text only, no fancy 3G) or a computer as your only piece of technology for the rest of your life, which one would you choose? 2. What made you choose Murdock? If you didn't pick him out, how did you get him?

A computer for sure.  Adam will agree I could not live without my computer.  I don't use my phone much at all.  Like maybe 500 minutes a month!

I have no idea.  We didn't really look around.  One Saturday morning we woke up and Adam said...want to go get a dog?  I was like YA!  So I searched for large dogs in the area online and we hoped in the car.  An hour later we saw him for the first time & just fell in love.  He was very underweight, shy, & just adorable.  He was good with all the dogs [even the little yippee ones] and people too.  It was a done deal...I wouldn't go home without him.  One of our best decisions!

My Husband's Watching TV... asked...What is your favorite tv show???

First, I must say...I LOVE your blog title!  It is too funny!  Same thing at my house! :)  I don't watch much TV at all but I would have to say 2 1/2 men just because it's one of the few shows Adam & I watch together.  Always a great laugh midweek! 

A HUGE THANK YOU for all of your questions!  I LOVED responding to them!  I think I'll do it again in the future.  But for now..I'm sure you all noticed the * by 2 names.  Yep..Mrs.messi and Helga Random.org chose you!  Please send me an email with your address & I'll be mailing your gift out!