Wednesday, May 21, 2014

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 13: 2 Princesses You Think Destest Eachother...

Hello Everyone! You can check out Day 12 of the 20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: HERE

Day 13
2 Princesses you think Detest Eachother

I could not find  a picture but I'm thinking Merida and Belle. Merida and Belle are both headstrong ladies; however I think Merida's love for the outdoors and Belle's love for books kind of clash. 
I would hope that none of them detest eachother though. They're princesses ;)

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 12: 2 Princesses You Think Are Best Friends...

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Day 12
2 Princesses you think are Best Friends

Pocahontas & Mulan
These ladies are so strong & courageous. Pocahontas stood up to her father & so did Mulan. They both did what they needed to for their families. Best Buds For Life!

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 11: The Voice You Wish You Had...

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Day 11
The Voice You Wish You Had

Merida
As far as speaking voices go I'm pretty sure (at least in my opinion) hers takes the cake! Every time I watch the movie I try to copy her so little man gets a giggle :)

Ariel
And as far as singing voices go Ariel's is my favorite! The purity in it still gives me goosebumps and when she sings "Part of Your World" I still try to do the "rock pose" with the couch. heehee.

20 Day Princess Blog Challenge: Day 10: The Dress You Wish You Owned...

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Day 10
The Dress You Wish You Owned

Aurora
Aurora's Pink dress has to be one of my favorites! GORGEOUS dress!!! 

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 9: The Town You Wish You Lived In...

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Day 9
The Town You Wish You Lived In

The Town In Tangled
To be honest, I don't know the name of this "city" or "town" from 'Tangled'. All I know is they all get together to celebrate the life of Rapunzel and try to find her. I love how they light the lanterns on her birthday hoping to bring her home

Thursday, May 8, 2014

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 8: The Castle You Wish You Lived In...

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Day 8
The Castle You Wish You Lived In

Prince Adam's Castle
Not only is this Castle BEYOND gorgeous, but the exterior is as righteous as the interior. But the reason why I love this castle the most is:
I remember watching this movie as a child and gasping when I saw he opened her eyes to this beautiful library. I still get goosebumps when watching this part of the movie. I think this is one of the most romantic, and thoughtful gifts he gives her. (At least in my nerdy opinion)

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 7: The Parents You Wish Raised You...

Hello Everyone! You can check out Day 6 of the 20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge HERE

Day 7
The Parents You Wish Raised You

King Fergus & Queen Elinor
Merida's Parents in brave are very badass, Although there is a falling out between Mother & Daughter (when isn't there) These parents are there to teach their daughter to be brave & to kick anyone's ass that get in her way. 
Her father is so carefree & loveable, but yet strong.
Her mother is strong, protective, yet helps King Fergus lead.


20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 6: The Prince You Wish Loved You...

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Day 6
The Prince You Wish Loved You

Prince Adam (Or Beast)
Although his people skills lack work, Belle brought out the best in him and that really is what true love means. Bringing out the best in eachother. 
He let her go to save her father, even if that meant he could possibly give up his chance to be human again.
He really learned to love & grow.
So Beast would be the Prince I would choose (I already have my Prince though ;))

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 5: The Best Friend You Want To Hang Out With...

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Day 5
The Best Friend You Want To Hang Out With

Ariel
She is one of my favorites! In fact it was a three way tie for my favorite disney princess: Aurora, Ariel, And Belle!
She lives near the ocean & personally I love flounder <3
She would be a great friend to hang out with at the beach & in the water! (And yes, I totally used a "Dinglehopper" on my hair after seeing this movie when I was little)


Sunday, May 4, 2014

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 4: The Side Kick You Wish You Had...

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Day 4
The Side Kick You Wish You Had

Mulan
Mulan is such a bad ass! Anyone would want her as a side kick! Her loyalty & devotion make her one of my favorite Disney Princesses! :)

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: : Day 3: The Princess You Relate To Most...

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Day 3
 The Princess You Relate To Most
Belle
 I relate to Belle the most, just by her looks alone. Also because I am a serious book worm & love to read. That library I hope to one day have!

Friday, May 2, 2014

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 2: The Princess You Like Least...

Hello Everyone! You can check out Day 1 of the 20 Day Disney Princess Challenge HERE

Day 2

The Princess You Like Least
Cinderella

 I love all the Disney Princesses, but I suppose Cinderella is the one I like the least. I don't really have a reasone why but maybe it is perhaps I cannot relate to her story? I'm not sure. I love Gus Gus though!

20 Day Disney Princess Blog Challenge: Day 1: The Princess You Adore Most...

Hello Everyone! :)

Another blog challenge I am going to be apart of this month & probably will be one of my favorites :)

A Disney Princess Blog Challenge!!!

We will start now! yay!

DAY 1

The Princess You Adore Most

Aurora: Sleeping Beauty
I have loved this movie since I was a child & I loved the fairies & the dragon. :)


Thursday, May 1, 2014

erin condren Address Book Review #2...

Erin Condren Address Book Review #2

You can check out my very first Erin Condren Address Book Review HERE

I'm doing another review, because they have relaunched this amazing product & made it even better, so I decided I needed to order it!

In this day and age, a lot of people thing pen to paper is old fashioned and that is what phones are for, however; I am so sick of my phone and computer crashing, or mysteriously missing contacts I have added, that I decided to go the "old fashioned" route.

First if you have not already, please check out erincondren.com. she has AMAZING stationary products: anything from call me cards, luggage, candles, invitations, notepads, address books, to teacher planners & life planners. Her products can seem pretty pricey, but for the product you receive, it really is well worth it. (And if you click on the link that says erincondren.com and you're a first time customer, you will receive $10 in your email for signing up)

The beautiful box holding all your goodies
Wrapped in bubble wrap, pretty tissue paper & topped with some extra goodies!

My beautiful address book

The insides with laminated tabs
And a 2 sided pocket to "keep it all together"

Beautiful quotes for every letter



These address books now cost $45 & I got the 3-5 day shipping for $9.95. Total: $54.95 but for the quality it is really worth it & to make it a bonus... I paid $0 for it! They have an AMAZING referral program like I mentioned above! Everytime you refer someone to their site & they use your link not only do they receive $10 off, but you also receive $10!!!!!!

I am so happy with all of the great improvements they have made with the address book & I cannot wait to review the Life Planner that is being released in June!

-Melissa











It's May! Couponing, Blog Challenges, Girls Night, Birthday Parties, Easter, Pictures, erin condren & a brand new quote for May....

Hello Everyone! Here we are at May! Already!!!! I keep feeling that this year keeps going by faster and faster. Last month I did a 30 day blog challenge & this month I will also be participating in a blog challenge :)
That will actually start today after this entry! :)

I have had an okay April, but to be honest I am super excited about May!

I started off my April right with a little couponing! We're getting ready for our trip to Gatlinburg in a few weeks, so the Kool-aid, BBQ sauce & TP will come in handy. I don't have the breakdown of this transaction; however it was originally $76 and I paid $23 :) (The bleach and laundry detergent in this photo was FREE)






I also got to celebrate my friend Christina's move back to South Carolina! (She is the lovely lady who does our family photos), She took me to Delaney's (I have never been), an Irish restaurant and bar.
Lets just say we had a ton of FUN :) (And I was in trouble when i got home with the hubs for spending a tad too much on alcohol)











We also were invited to Pey's 3rd Birthday party! :) Little man had fun playing with all the kids, eating popcorn & eating a cupcake (which she had a cupcake buffet where you could put your own toppings on them. There was gummy worms, nerds, and a few other fun things.)

We watched Pey open her gifts (we got her a lipgloss set & a dress up set with a bag)

Can't wait to see them at little mans construction themed party in September!

And of course we celebrated Easter with a Bang!!!! :) We visited with Nicole and William who came for Easter dinner, and the Easter bunny treated both boys VERY well!  Little man scored candy, a chocolate bunny, chocolate, socks, clothes, new sandals, 2 new backpacks, a growthchart, a puzzle and the lorax dvd. (that was just our half of the house) The other half of the house the Easter bunny left him a puzzle, candy, chocolate, clothes & he even left Chris and I a little something :)









Christina also did headshots for my etsy business & I am so happy with those! She did my hair and makeup and she even let me borrow some clothes (I hardly have dress up clothes, and the only make up I really own is eyeliner and mascara,)
My very favorite shot

We did these photos in the front year
She made me look so professional, yet still fun. Pin-up came to mind when I first saw myself in the mirror ;)
You can check out all of her great photos on FACEBOOK and on her website CALCORNPHOTOGRAPHY.COM just click those links, and it will bring you straight there! :)

And because I love erin condren & all of her wonderful stationary products, here is my newest beauty. My notebook specifically for my blog (so I can track when I am doing entries, reviews, or challenges)
Here she is! I found the birdies in the sorority section, but asked that the sorority letters be removed from the back side of the notebook. I got Melissa on the top line & A Day In The Life Of A Mommy on the bottom. I added a calendar which added $5 to my cost.

This notebook is $35 and with the extra calendar it cost $40. I paid $9.95 shipping, so the total for this notebook is: $49.95 which can seem pricey for a notebook, however; I used referral credits to make it FREE! That's right... FREE! If you would like to check out her amazing products & save $10 off your first purchase, you can use my referral link. She has such a high quality product and the customer service has really stepped up & became fantastic.

And because we have said goodbye to April & hello to May here is a brand new quote to enjoy!