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clothes, kids, veggies and V-daySo I'm hearing from several of you that you checked Target for the cord organizer and couldn't find it.First of all, you guys are SO on the ball! :) I looked on-line and didn't see it there so I called my Target

and they said it is a "seasonal item." They got them in December for Christmas gifts (along with the keyfinder), went on sale in January, and once they are gone, they're gone until next December. :( Sorry aboutthat! I'm sure there is something similar on-line for those of you who really want to hunt for one. If not,we can all stock up next December!

To answer other questions: I mentioned this before, but if you missed it - both shirts and the purse Ishowed in my previous post were from The Limited. Where else do I shop besides Limited? I loveNordstroms for shoes, jeans, and make-up but don't by a lot of tops there. I don't really feel like they areworth the money since I get tired of my shirts so quickly. Jeans on the other hand I have spent a smallfortune on, but (as I tell Kenny over and over) that's all I wear staying home with kids and a good pair of

eans will last for years. At least that's how I justify them. The reality? I couldn't put a price tag onsomething that makes me feel better about my thighs. :) For tops I love Forever 21. Trendy and cheap.My other go to is Banana Republic and like I said, I love Limited. For my girls I love The Gap and

Gymboree. Once in awhile I look in Justice for Ellie, but it's so pre-teen that it usually just makes medepressed.

Let's see...other news of the day -

Still working on my goal to get my kids eating healthier this year. The Cadbury Eggs? A little reward formyself for sticking to it and making the girls eat their vegetables. Isn't it great being the mom? :) On aside note - why in the world is Easter candy out already? I CANNOT pass up Cadbury Eggs. Now I have

to deal with this problem for 4 months? Time for a new pair of jeans...

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Today was pretty low key. Got lots of odds and ends done around the house and ran a few errands.Addison attended several Royal Balls. You know - the usual. :)

These two were a huge help with laundry. Both of them creating more by the minute. Between Kole'sinability to keep food in his mouth and Addison's multiple outfit changes our washing machine is going

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But oh this little guy is so worth his messes! I love this picture because you can see all of his new teethcoming in. Cute chompers buddy. :)

Wonder when he'll start caring that he is playing in a pink play room...

with pink toys... ???

Valentines Day is right around the corner! Ellie's class is making their own sacks in school this year. I'mkind of bummed! We had fun making her box last year.

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This is a simple way to add a bit of flair to your little one's Valentine box. I helped Ellie with the top ofher box....

and she bedazzled out the sides. She loved this thing and all of her little Valentines from friends so muchthat she saved it. It's still sitting in her room. :) Such a fun holiday.

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This was another fun thing we did last year for Valentines Day. Ellie, Addison and I came up with thingswe love about Kenny and wrote them on hearts and covered the pantry door with them on V-day. He lovedit. I've also seen where families write things they love about each other every day in February until the14th and stick them up on a door or window. A blog reader of mine is also doing fun things each day toshow her husband how much she loves him. You can get some V-day ideas from her here.

How was that for the most random post ever!? Hope your weekend is a happy one! :)

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Anonymous said...

Hi, Erin!

OMG - Kole's little chompers are soooo cute. My little guy is 16 months and his teeth are coming in


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L I F E

A L L O R G A N I Z A T I O N

Addison

Birthdays Christmas Ellie Ellie

and Addison Entertainment

Family fashion Feeling Creative Foodand Cooking...or lack thereof Fun

with Friends Giveaway Good Things

Holidays home decor...sort of Kole

Mom Adventures Music

organization

Ramblings San Diego fun

by what feels like the minute.

Speaking of clothes, do you seriously wear jeans every day around the house? Good for you. I am a

sweatpants gal at home. In fact, I think I need to go through my closet and throw away all of my

raggedy sweats and t-shirts from college and get some nicer "around the house" clothes.... I just

can't seem to find the time or energy! I know my hubby would appreciate it, though, because

sometimes I look like a homeless person in my comfy clothes - ha!

My other question - how in the world do you shop? Do you take your kids with you or do you go

alone? It's an adventure if I try to take my son with me, but then I am always in a rush if I'm by

myself. What's your secret since you have THREE kiddos?

LOVE, love your blog. LOVE it. Read it every day. Wish I lived out near you so we could be friends in

real life. You seem so sweet!

Shannon in PA

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Jenn H said...

Well, aren't you sweet for checking Target!! I'll be on the lookout for a zippered pouch or something

similar!!! :) Have a great day!


Life is Good at Home said...

First off you answered an email question of mine about scrapbooking and introduced me to project

life. Thanks so much. I ordered three!! Can't wait to get started!

Also... Now because of your shopping trip post I am torn between the gold bag and the black! Haha.

I like you hate diaper bags but have 2 girls and a boy but they are all under 4. Is the purse big

enough for a few diapers and wipes?

Love your blog!

Carrie


The Popes said...

Our little man is ALWAYS in pink bibs and plays with lots of princess toys! He just had his 1st

birthday and everyone got him manly trucks!


Danett said...

First of all _ LOVE Kole's shirt! I would buy that for my hubby and my son!

Second -- the easter eggs... so funny. I am always trying to sneak candy when my kids should not be

eating it and they always smell it... mom what do you have? lol!

Third -- we were on the same page for dad v-day. We made a sign TOP 14 reasons why we love dad

and framed it for him. I will post it on my art blog soon. Such a good idea to keep dad super

involved in the kids life!

Keep up the good work Erin... I love your blog!


Marlowe @ Come Home to Roost said...

Love the valentine butterfly. I've been looking for some sort of cute craft to put on sticks and put in

my door wreath. That one is perfect!


Jen said...


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Scrapbooking TravelsOOh, love the valentine ideas...


Shari said...

That boy of yours just keeps getting cuter! Can't believe all those teeth!

If you really, really want to get your crafting on I can oblige by sending Hannah over to make a box.

Heaven knows I'm not going anywhere near pipe cleaners, cotton balls and hot glue.


Josie said...

I thought maybe you were just going for a new record in number of posts per week!

Really, I love the pic you took of the Cadbury Eggs with the veggies. Nice. And I can't believe any

one has them out already! Not around here, thank goodness. Valentines Day is going strong at

Target here.

Kole is looking cuter by the minute! Madi and I love the pics showing off those little teeth!


Sam said...

Hahaha it made me laugh about Kole in the pink playroom with the pink toys! I too have two girls

then a boy and I remember thinking the same thing when he was a baby, then he learned how to

talk and he would fight tooth and nail for anything pink, he LOVED pink! Now that he's 3 1/2 he

doesn't care as much and plays with more "manly" toys :) Love the pictures of your kids, they are so

cute. And where did you get Addisons polka dot dress? it is just darling!

Love your blog!

Sam in B.C Canada


Traci said...

OMG Kole is so gosh darn freakin cute!!!!!

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Becky said...

So adorable. So glad Addison could attend some royal balls! Love the door and all the fun hearts on

it. What a fun, sweet idea.


Hopie said...

Cadbury eggs.... please let this diabetes crap be temporary!!!!!


Bonnie said...

Kole is soo stinking cute! I love all of his pictures! He is definitely my baby boy crush!


Sheila said...

Cole is getting so big! Love the cute little teeth!


Kelli said...

Random posts are fun. At first I didn't see the eggs with the fruits and veggies and when I did I had

to laugh. I have another blog friend who loves them too. Kole teeth! He is just growing so fast and

just so adorable. That's a cute V-Day box...we have to make one at home this year (gotta get on

that). I love that you wrote things about Kenny...that has to make him feels so special. Happy


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Momofgirls said...

Once again, you are a ray of sunshine! I love reading your blog and it always inspires me to keep my

house clean and organized!

I am VERY intrigued by the Project Life albums.. but I am TRULY years behind...maybe I will start

and try to keep up and THEN go back! You will NEVER regret a moment of doing those

albums...what a priceless gift to your kids! (and Kole's wife one day..hee hee!)

Keep posting!! I need the inspiration! :)



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