Mommy Confessions ~~~~~~ Ignoring

Yup sometimes I intentionally ignore my kids.

I will keep doing it too! Now I'm not mean, I acknowledge their needs but they do need to learn to function on their own. Sometimes whatever they want, just can't be done the way they want or when they want. Sometimes I simply tell them that I am going to ignore them. It is usually because they are not listening to what I am saying and arguing with me when I am agreeing with them. This is the communication ignoring, I am still aware so it is not true ignoring but I refuse to respond, thus they think I am ignoring them.

I also have mentioned how I believe in free range living in some aspects with my children. Yes there will be time that passes that I am not aware of what my children are doing exactly. Though I do know whereabouts they should be. Particularly at home I can go an hour or more not knowing exactly what the older two boys are doing. Our house though is set up in a way that they have their safe places to play and they don't get into the things they shouldn't. Anything dangerous is also locked up or put up and out of reach. 

For my sanity sometimes I need to ignore my children. I can't fuss over them every moment of everyday. I just can't it stresses me out and it's not fun for them. Honestly it works for us. I never ignore them completely. I am always open and willing to listen if they want to communicate with me in a suitable manner. I should mention that suitable is adjusted for the child's age. I don't expect lil Squish to tell me what he wants with words. Though hitting me is not the method of communication that is suitable. 

Yup I ignore my kids, but they are cool with it and it works for us. I fully pay attention to them a lot more than I ignore them.

Are you up for the Challenge?

Take a good look at your life right now. Is there anything you would like to change about it? Really anything at all? Let's face it everyone has something that they would like to change in their lives. There is always something that could use a little bit of improvement. I know I have a ton of areas the could use a little tweaking. Enter the Challenge. Now this is more to me then just losing a few pounds and a way to make some money. It is so much more than that to me now. I have been challenging myself for a few months now. Originally it was just to lose some weight. I did that, I feel pretty successful with it too! I love that clothes aren't making me cry anymore. I like going and trying on clothes and them fitting. I feel attractive again. How I feel about myself, it what is important. I know I'm never going to be some thin gorgeous person you see on a magazine cover. I have curves I'll embrace my curves and know that it's not about being skinny but it is about being an optimal me. I can live with optimal me.

Now on to the money part. Yes I said money. That bottom line can be a heavy motivator in so many peoples lives. The economy stinks right now, and a lot of people are going through hard times. Most people are looking for a viable way to make money.  ViSalus can be the vehicle to make you some serious money. Only if you are willing to do the work though. It take hard work and dedication, to make a continuing flow of cash. As a company we do not make any claims to fortune because it isn't guaranteed, the money is there but you have to work for it. There is potential all over the place and it is possible. If you would like more details about the compensation plan click here. There is also a wonderful video on the website that can explain things as well. Things are growing and growing, get in while the getting is good. Now if you are thinking this is a get rich quick scheme , simply it isn't. Heck yes you can get rich quick IF  you want it bad enough and are they type of person who can talk to people. This involves work and dedication. You need to make calls and follow up you need to care you need to build your team. If you can do that I highly suggest you join RIGHT NOW!!!! Your next 90 days can be amamzing. Don't pause don't think just click that join now button on the side bar or for simplicity sake right here. Join as a distributor and watch your life change. It is possible if you want it. Do you want it bad enough to take a risk with both feet in? Now you know already if you need to make more money. You need to go for success and go for the gold make the moola and change your life.

Are you up for the Challenge?

Wordless Wednesday ~~~~~~~ Illegal levels of cuteness

Mommy Confession ~~~~~~ Patience

My patience is reserved 90% of the time for when we are out. It's true! I'm much more of a patient mother when we are out and about with the kids. Or maybe it just seems that I require more patience with my children when we are out. I really don't know why when another party is involved apparently that is the time to go crazy and drive mom batty???? Seriously. Some times I just want a few minutes where I can carry on an adult conversation with out a kid attached or having to chase one down.
Bobo has a particular affinity for asking for the same thing 20 times even if I have given him the answer he wants. He just simply isn't listening. My patience is tested most days when we go out but nothing test my patience more than this simple regular act right at home.

ring ring... hello?
Hi! Just thought I would call and catch up? how have things been?
Great! Good the hear from you.

This is the moment when the previously quiet occupied child decide they need to do something else. Is this something else constructive? Nope, no such luck. It is battle time or time to ask mom 20 times for whatever it is that is not allowed right now. In hopes that she will change he mind. Mom is on the phone she doesn't want to deal with us in a normal manner?  She wants to have a normal civil conversation with her friend. Mom will give into TV, games or treats when she is busy, wont she?

Drives me nuts. It is every single time I am on the phone too! No wonder I don't make work phone calls during the day!

Review & Giveaway ~ Crocheted Goodies by Faith

I purchased this super adorable owl hat from a long time friend of mine. We have known each other since before babies. Heck I wasn't even married yet. She custom makes these super cute hats. I actually found a picture online of what I was looking for, picked the colours and she did all the hard work for me.  I got this hat for lilttle Squish because it was cold and I wanted a cute hat for him. I have this thing with owl hats right now too, I think they are so cute.

I also think lil Squish looks cute in it. Though he looks cute in a paper bag.

The construction of these hats are just amazing super soft and well put together. It has taken a beating from being pulled on and off and it still looks as good as new.  Love this hat and thinking of getting my own this fall. Or may sooner if the warm weather never comes.

Faith has put together a wonderful Facebook page for her business. She has albums with a bunch of the items she offers hats, head band, booties and newest little cup cozies ( coming soon)

Faith has agreed to give one of my readers their choice of child or baby sized hat  How awesome is that? How lucky for all of you. 

This is going to be my first giveaway since the launch of the blog so it is going to be open for a week. I will then contact the winner, and arrange contact with Faith. You will need to give her a few weeks to make your custom order. This giveaway is open to Canada only . 

I purchased my own hat and received no compensation for this review

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Choco-Banana Cookies (egg free)

Choco-Banana Cookies

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp of vanilla extract
1 ripe banana
2 tbsp apple sauce
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 tsp baking soda
3 cup almond flour
1/2 cup of chocolate chips

Preheat oven 350

Blend sugars and butter till combined. Add vanilla, banana and apple sauce, mix til all mixed together. Add coconut, baking soda and almond flour till all combined and it looks dough like. add Chocolate chip. Form into balls and lightly press down. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 13 minutes or till the tops are a bit cracked

My husband say these taste like banana chocolate chip muffin but in cookie form.

Running for Beginners

I have always wanted to run. Really I have, the feeling of running just relaxes me. Sometimes I just need to get out and run. I have always had an excuse as to why I'm not going out and running. Heck I have had an excuse as to why I am not even exercising. Since starting on my Challenge though I have started running. I actually finally have the energy to do it. I made one big mistake though. I didn't ease into running. I got injured, that put a stop to my running for a bit. I lost momentum and I fell back on to the excuses wagon. That is a very bad place to be. While I have hit a plateau with my weight loss I know getting out again will help kick start things.
My plan for this next time is going to be walk / run combinations. I will be starting with three minute run with a 2 minute walk. I will do 5 sets of this for two weeks three times a week and then I plan on going 5 minute run with a one minute walk. I will take it from there seeing how I am feeling. I would like to be able to run a 5k in by my birthday in September. I have three weeks and if I keep at it I know I can do it. To best improve my health I plan on trying to run three times a week. That will be a bit more challenging with vacationing, but I know if I commit myself and give no excuses I can do it.
Now if you are needing a bit more motivation many running clinics offer beginner classes. Check for one in your area. I know the Running Room is very popular and has great programs. Also the couch to 5k program is supposed to be very good and they have an app now too!

 4 Things to really consider before starting running to prevent injury
- find a training program
- good running shoes
- know how to stretch
- proper warm up and cool down


Get out and have some fun. If running is not enjoyable why bother doing it.