{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. 

What do you want to hear about?  More photos of the baby?  More about my attempt at photography?  More about our lakehouse?  More of Adam's meals?  More randomness?  You tell me!  Leave a comment below.  I know lots more of you read than comment because I have an average 73 views a day and an average of 5 comments...hmmm!  So, come say hi.  Tell me you follow, if I'm not already following you back I will.  It doesn't matter if you've read this blog since 2009 or today is your first day.


Can you do me another favor?  List a couple of your most favorite blogs below.  I love finding out about awesome blogs that I've never heard of.  They don't have to have 3094823904732 followers or do reviews every 2.5 seconds.  I just love fun life blogs.  Ya know, the ones with fun photos, or stories about there children, or even a couple of crafts here or there [but not too many to make me feel like a true mom fail!]  :)  


Please, thanks!  


PS...if you don't want to leave a message you can just email me.  :)

Getting to know you [ME]

Full Birthday post to come..

1. What kind of athlete has the hottest body?

I would have to say surfers or volleyball players.  Tan & muscular!
2. Are you a planner or a procrastinator?
I'm a planner by nature..but also a procrastinator if it's something I really don't enjoy!
3. Diet or regular (soda)?
Regular
4. What's your one "must have" for Fall?
hoodies!
5. What's your favorite fast food restaurant?
I don't really 'prefer' any of them.  ChickFilA or Arby's probably.
6. What do you think is the sexiest profession for a guy?
Firefighter!
7. Did you wear braces?
Yep
8. Would you rather have a guy that's super sexy or kind?
Kind is sexy

Getting to know you [ME]...& the Weekend Update...

[Friday]Took the kids to the Library & other errandsTook the kids to see Ramona & Beezus Pampered myself [pedicure, reading, wine, girl chat...]
[Saturday]Went Boating all dayStuffed myself with Barbecue for dinner
[Sunday]Slept in until 10:45Finished 'My Friend Leonard'Installed a light to the living room ceiling fan [yay..finally!]

1. Thong or Granny Panties?
Granny Panties..it's all about comfort for this girl!
2. If you see a guy with his fly down, do you tell him?
No..with the exception of close friends or family
3. Spanx or no Spanx?
Nope

4. Do you sleep in your sheets?
No..we sleep on the sheets..under the comforter
5. What is your favorite Disney character?
None...does that make me lame?!  Not a TV girl!

6. Dream vacation spot?
Tropical locations or Australia

7. What is your dream job?
Mama

8. Who is your hero and why?

My mom..she raised all three of us girls..very, very well!  I hope to be half the mama she is!

Getting to know you [ME]

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1. What color do you wear the most?

Black or Gray.  A color color...Red.

2. Would you rather have $10,000 dollars or a Dream Vacation?

We are fortunate enough to go on many vacations & I think my dream vacation would cost less than $10,000 so I'll say the money

3. Do you have a weird, quirky or unusual habit? 

I only like odd numbers...my husband finds that quirky!  Other than that nothing major..

4. I really need to start..........?

WORKING OUT! UGH!

5. What was the first blog you ever read?

Mckmama

6. Do you collect anything?

I used to collect designer purses..I have too many.  The only other thing is 'H's..like wall decor.  I love to design with them around the house.  Someday I hope to make a wall with them!

7. How old were you when you had your first kiss?

14

8. Do you text/tweet while driving?

Did you know you're 4 times more likely to get in an accident while talking on the phone or drinking and EIGHT times more likely if you're texting?!

Getting to know you [ME]

The questions..

1. Showers or baths?

I prefer baths but my schedule usually allows for a shower.
2. Do you have any crazy urges?

Not that I can think of.  I do have an obsession with 'combining' things.  [Ex: multiple body wash or condiment containers]  It drives my hubby crazy! :)
3. What is one thing we don't know about you?

I have 4 tattoos.
4. Exercise..love it or hate it?

Hate to get up and do it...Love the feeling afterwards.  I try to workout 4 times a week..not always so successful!5. Do you think you have a good body image?

It could be better but I will not complain.
6. Flour or corn tortillas?

I prefer flour but get corn since they're better for us.
7. How do you celebrate Easter?

Well..nowadays not much!  :(  Home with the family..family dinners etc.  I don't really miss the egg dying or hunts though..sunrise service was always a huge deal as a kid though.  
8. Hard boiled Easter eggs or plastic eggs?

Snickers! :)

..HAPPY EASTER..

getting to know you [ME]...& Randoms...

The questions..

1. What year did you graduate high school?

2004

2. What part of your body do you neglect the most?

Either my face or feet!  

3. Beach house or Lake house?

Beach House!

4. Mac or PC?

Mac!

5. Did you wear braces?

Yep

6. If you could be one person for a day..living or deceased..who would you be?

I really just like being myself!  If I had to choose, I would pick my mom!

7. How many times have you moved in your life?

3 & I hate it!  I was born & raised in the same house as a kid..LOVED IT!

8. Would you rather cook or clean?

Clean!

..RaNdOmS..

Sorry for going MIA this weekend..my hubby requested I not use my computer at all..[what the hubs wants..the hubs gets!]


We are supposed to have BEAUTIFUL weather this week! :)

I'll post about my weekend soon!

I have not yet chose the winners for my giveaway..but will tomorrow.

I can't wait to answer all of your questions!  I'll start that post sometime soon [after the 7 loads of laundry disappear & I get rested up!]

I'm excited to show you all the goodies I was spoiled with this weekend!

getting to know you [ME]...THANK YOU!

Quick item of business before Getting to know you..

HOLY COPOLY! 99 people are really following me?!  I am so darn excited for each one of you!  THANK YOU!  Stay tuned for my giveaway announcement!! 

The questions..

1. What's your favorite Easter candy?

Snickers Eggs!

2. Who do you think is cleaner..men or women?

Women!

3. Which do you prefer..wordy blog posts or ones with pictures?

Both..depends on my mood or time!

4. Were you popular in highschool?

Yes..I was a cheerleader but got along with EVERYONE!  

5. What's your bra size?

34C

6. How many states have you lived in?

1..Iowa

7. What's one blog you read every day?

Everything new on my 'dashboard'

8. Peanut butter or Nutella?

Peanut Butter..Chunky

Getting to know you [ME]...

Time for a little funday..Getting to know YOU action..

To play..Grab the questions..copy them..answer them..then come link up with Keely..

It's as easy as easy gets..

The questions..

1. Are you more of a talker or a listener?

Both.  I love to talk but the older I get the more I understand listening is much more important!

2. Bra. Underwire or wireless?

Underwire..I have never owned a wireless!

3. I wish I was.....?

perfect!

4. The Academy Awards are on tonight..will you watch?

No..don't think I ever have..

5. Do you put your deodorant on before or after you get dressed?

Always after..I hate white marks on my clothing!

6. Would you rather do the dishes or clean toilets?

Well we have a dishwasher but I would rather rinse & load than do toilets!

7. How much did you weigh at birth?

I'm thinking 8lbs. 6oz. ish?

8. If you could only buy one thing for the Spring/Summer season..what would it be?

New awesome sunglasses!☀

There you have it..Time to fill yours out!  Enjoy your Sunday evening!

Getting to know you [ME]...& Randoms...

[Join me] on my quest for 75 followers & enter my {giveaway!}

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Randoms...

-Friday we had dinner [grill your own - steakhouse..yummm!] with Adam's family for his mom's birthday.  Got to see our 6 nieces & nephews! :):):)

-Today we planned to go to the arcade for our 3rd date night/day but think we may take advantage of the great weather [it's supposed to get to 30 today in Iowa!] & go skiing instead.  It is a date & we're afraid if we wait to 'draw' it we may be too late.. *I really enjoy skiing so this make me :)

-Holy Moly folks...we're 9 people away from ending the {giveaway!}..make sure you get entered!  Thank you so much for following up everyone..you don't know how giddy I am! :):):)

OK...on to the good stuff..

Time for a little funday..Getting to know YOU action..

To play..Grab the questions..copy them..answer them..then come link up with Keely..

It's as easy as easy gets..

The questions..

1. Would you rather bungee jump or sky dive?
Neither..absolutely not!  I started hyperventilating when I parasailed..I'm over the 'extreme' things! 

2. When using a public restroom to you squat over the seat or sit?
We fortunately..I have a fairly strong bladder ..I go before I leave & when I get home and I'm usually good to go!  In the rare occurrence..I definitely squat..public restrooms FREAK ME OUT!

3. Favorite flower?

Birds of Paradise 

4. Pedicure or manicure?

PEDICURE!!  I would get one every.single.day if I could!

5. How many siblings do you have?
2..little sisters.  Ashley 21--Alicia 18

6. Do you pee in the shower? (gasp!)
Well yes..of couse..have since I was a kid!

7. Bikini, tankini, or one piece?
I have Bikinis & Tankinis but from now on will only be purchasing Tankinis.  :/

8. Where do you hate to shop at, but go there anyway?
The dollar store..I just can't resist buying gift bags there..They are so.much.more.reasonable!  I just cringe when I have to buy one at Target now!

There you have it..Time to fill yours out!  Enjoy your Sunday!

Getting to know you [ME]

Time for a little funday..Getting to know YOU action..

To play..Grab the questions..copy them..answer them..then come link up with Keely..

It's as easy as easy gets..

1. How often do you wash/change your sheets?

Usually once a week.  I kind of have a thing about washing sheets & rugs...weird I know!

2. When is your birthday?

August 15th.

3. Have you ever met a bloggy friend in real life?

No.  I have only had my blog about 2 months...hopefully someday! :)

4. Brad Pitt or George Clooney?

Neither...is that bad?  I'm not hung up on many actors...well except Channing Tatum & Gerard Butler!

5. If you could change one thing about your body what would it be?

Tummy!  I want a flat tummy!  Close second would be a nice boob job but since I haven't had my kids yet, tummy for sure!

6. How often do you wash your hair?

Every other day.  I'm even worse than that if I don't have to leave the house. Scary...I know! 

7. Do you have pets?

Yes.  I'm sure you have all seen Murdock!  At this point he is our 'child'! He is part Great Dane & part Weimaraner...21 months old.

8. How many social networks do you belong to..if you had to give up one, what would it be?

Two.  Facebook & Blogger.  I could ditch Facebook anytime!  

Your turn now..