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    Sunday, March 4, 2007
    The Ultimate Blog Party is Here!


    The ladies over at 5 minutes for mom are hostessing a blog party
    March 2-9!
    It's a way for us to get acquainted with new blogs and make new friends.
    The best part is that there are prizes to be had! Lot's of them! Click on the Ultimate Blog Party banner on the side bar of this page to find out how to participate.

    I'm a few days late getting my party started but life keeps going when I stop to smell the flowers!I need to be flexible.
    So, here I am anyway!

    The house is not as clean as I would like but I'm a southern hostess...nothing shall deter me...
    I even did my nails for the occasion.



    Come on in and make yourself at home!
    We got started this morning before you came.
    We were excited about the cake!
    Everything today was simple things that we already had on hand.
    We had a special breakfast of biscuits and gravy and followed up with some cake.
    There's a couple slices left...would you like some?

    We also happen to have some way cool lollipops. Help yourself.

    We love the great outdoors so we thought a drive in the country would be a peaceful way to end the morning festivities.

    Before you go, though, I'd like to tell you a little about myself.
    I am a busy and happy mommy of 5, so far. I love being a wife and mom. I like to blog. :-) I love: cats, llamas, reading, sewing, scrapbooking, walks in the park and woods and steaming cups of chocolate flavored coffee...or just plain steaming chocolate.
    I was born and grew up in Texas but I would rather be in the hills somewhere (Ozarks?).
    Dh (BuilderMan) and I have moved 19 times in our 18 1/2 year marriage.We've lived in 5 states. We have high hopes of moving only once more and then staying put for good.
    I use this blog as a place to post about me and our family life including our homeschooling, inspirational thoughts (on occasion), and anything else that strikes my fancy.
    Please browse around the blog to read a bit more about me and my family.
    I'm so glad you stopped by and hope you'll leave a comment so I can visit your blog too.

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    32 Comments:
    At March 4, 2007 at 6:57 PM, Blogger Kelli said...

    Nice to "meet" you! Your kiddos are adorable! :)

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 7:31 PM, Blogger redmaryjanes said...

    You are a great party hostess! Love your nails. I'm here for the blog party! Come on by my slumber party.

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 8:01 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

    I too love the nails- I myself do not have nice nails.... the acrylic paint and heat guns manage to screw them up :) It is wonderful meeting you!

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 8:37 PM, Blogger Mel said...

    You have a wonderful party here and I had fun hanging out. Come on by and visit my party sometime.
    Melissa

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 9:21 PM, Blogger Susie said...

    cute blog, great party

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 10:06 PM, Blogger Alida Sharp said...

    just stopped by for the party! I love your photos and I am jealous of the nails! Stop by my place when you get a chance. I would love the company :)

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 10:46 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

    Hello Happy Christian, I am visiting from the party... it's nice to meet you... and nice to see that you are having fun with the party, stop by and join my little game if you want.
    <>< Carolyn

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 10:46 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

    I hopped over from the party. Nice to meet you. I really like your "children" in the sidebar; very cute!

    Happy Partying!

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 10:48 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

    I don't know how you can move so much. I like to travel but I when it comes to roots I like to stay put. Out of the 13 years of marriage we moved 4 times. Our hubbies are in the same field. He does prefinishing & painting. I like the cute sayings you have for your family.

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 10:48 PM, Blogger Nadine said...

    Nice to meet you. I like your blog. The explanation of the family on the sidebar very nice. Mom of five and twins - wow - that's fanastic.

     
    At March 4, 2007 at 11:11 PM, Blogger Susanne said...

    Stopping by from the party. Lovely site you have especially the cute drawings of your family in the sidebar. Great pic of the kids in the car.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 12:15 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

    I knew you were a wild party girl...

    hehehe and a Llama lover too!

    wish we were real neighbors.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 7:14 AM, Blogger Dannye said...

    you are a great southern hostess, thanks for the invite into your home/blog, I too have my nails done every 3 weeks, but hardly ever are they "normal" colors, but they are always the talk of the office and always fun.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 7:23 AM, Blogger Amy's Blah, Blah, Blogging said...

    What a fun way to start your party!

    Happy Blogging this week!

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 9:57 AM, Blogger Aimee said...

    Thanks for stopping by my party - it's nice to meet you :)
    I'm enjoying your blog, and I love all the stuff on your sidebar!

    Have a great week!

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 11:16 AM, Blogger Katie said...

    Hi from one homeschool mom to another. I wish I had done my nails too, your look so good!

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 11:18 AM, Blogger Megan/Brassy Apple said...

    Hello! great party!!! thanks for stopping by!

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 11:51 AM, Blogger Amydeanne said...

    what a busy family you have! Love the Ozarks. We've been through there a couple of times!

    Amydeanne
    ~Following the Ultimate Party Trail (I may be slow, but eventually I'll get to the end!)
    ~Don't forget to check out the party favors at the 160!

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 12:42 PM, Blogger Rach said...

    you're one lucky family living the life I dream of! Thanks for inviting me over - I've enjoyed my visit.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 3:15 PM, Blogger Stephanie said...

    That was so cute that you did your nails. :) Loved your party, hope you don't mind if I stop by again.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 6:58 PM, Blogger Erin said...

    Welcome to the party! My but you must one busy gal. I love your descriptions of your family on your sidebar...very sweet. I'm thinking I shall have to get a cake for the party...my girls would love that.

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 8:26 PM, Blogger Monkey Giggles said...

    Swinging in for the party!!!
    Nice to meet ya.

    My 3rd party favor give away has begun. When ya get a chance come on over.

    PARTY ON!!!seawdv

     
    At March 5, 2007 at 10:15 PM, Blogger Crystal said...

    Just stopping in for the blog party....it's great getting to know different people through their blogs...thanks for stopping by my blog.....visit anytime!
    Blessings

     
    At March 6, 2007 at 8:51 AM, Blogger Brown Eyed Girl said...

    Stopped by for the party!

    5 kids? I'm amazed how people do it.

    I will spend some time tonight reading some older posts to get to know you but I will take a lollipop if you don't mind.

    Stop by my blog and say hello!

     
    At March 6, 2007 at 11:15 AM, Blogger Lauren said...

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! It's so nice to meet you!

     
    At March 6, 2007 at 2:14 PM, Blogger BecsLifeOnline said...

    Hope you are enjoying the party! Nice to find out a bit about you by reading the blog :-) I'm having a book giveaway at my site if you are interested... God bless, Becs.

     
    At March 6, 2007 at 6:24 PM, Blogger Musings of a Housewife said...

    Hi! Thanks for stopping by. Cake for breakfast?! You're my kind of gal!

     
    At March 7, 2007 at 7:29 AM, Blogger Susanna said...

    Thank you for dropping by.Wish my nails looked half that good :)
    I'll be back for more.

     
    At March 7, 2007 at 4:48 PM, Blogger Unknown said...

    Hello, nice to meet you! I love your nails. It makes me want to go out and get a manicure! Oh I need the pampering!

     
    At March 7, 2007 at 7:43 PM, Blogger Jenn said...

    Hey I was doing some more party hoppin', lovely blog!

     
    At March 8, 2007 at 4:16 PM, Blogger Susan (5 Minutes For Mom) said...

    Wow... you've moved 19 times in 18 years!!! That is unbelievable. What a ton of work.

    Anyway... thanks for inviting us over. The cake looks delicious. It's funny it even looks like our Ultimate Blog Party cake -- vanilla cake, white icing and green writing. Soooo funny.

    And I LOVE your nails. I've never had my nails look that good ever!

     
    At March 11, 2007 at 2:42 PM, Blogger Brandie said...

    Hello! It's so nice to stop by and meet you =)
    I love your sidebar ... including your love story. I may be biased as I'm in love with Princess Bride, but it is cute =)
    I hope you have enjoyed the celebration and I think I'll take one of those lollipops for the road.

     

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