Wish List Mom

Bat Mitzvah Planning

2009-11-12T05:25:00.000-08:00

OK so it's been a while. Work, volunteering, and planning a Bat Mitzvah have been taking over my life. It's been crazy. I think this is the time to start blogging again so I can get some easy and inexpensive ideas to make our party the best it could be. We have 3 months till the big day. Every one is already hired it is just the little details that are killing me now. Place settings, kids sweatshirts, postage stamps.... These are just a few of the little details that are taking up my time. Also try picking out 75 photos to show your kids life. OMG that is the hardest part. Also the dreaded list of who we are going to invite. That has been the hardest task. If it were up to me I would invite everybody but our room doesn't hold more that 25o and we are freaking out about space. Our theme is Shopping with hot pink and brown. My daughters dress just came in we will see it Sunday. Any suggestions are welcome. Sorry for not blogging in a while. This may help me get through this busy yet wonderful time.

Wish List Wednesday - 5 Boro Bike Tour

2009-05-07T05:23:00.000-07:00

I wish all moms to have a wonderful Mother's Day.

OK so I wished it wouldn't rain but that didn't work, however, I still went and completed the 42+ miles with ease. I guess working out doing boot camp and spinning at the gym really paid off. Half of the people towards the end of the tour were walking up the Verrezano Bridge. I was able to ride with no problem. Hooray!!! Kudos to all that went through the wet and cold New York City with me Sunday. Next year we will believe the forecast.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-05-02T07:42:00.000-07:00

I am suppose to ride in the New York City 5 Boro Bike tour on Sunday. Weather is not looking so good, My wish is no rain for Sunday and that I enjoy the 46 mile ride like I did a couple of years ago. It was one of the the most exhilarating things I have ever done.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-04-23T05:05:00.000-07:00

My wish is this is just one!!! My girl is at Natures Classroom with school . I hope she has the most fantastic week of her life!!!

We are having a lovely and quite one!!! No screaming when you only have one child around.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-03-25T05:24:00.000-07:00

My wish for this week is that my parents 50th Anniversary Brunch this Sunday at my house is a great success!!!

Also, my wishes and prayers are with my friend Jill. I was just informed her health is not well and she needs all the help she can get. I just wish things turn around for the better for her!!!

Wish List Wednesday/Happy Birthday/Happy St. Patty's Day

2009-03-18T05:03:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to my dear friend Patricia. Today my wish is that all of Patricia's wishes come true.

We had a wonderful lunch with the Knitsters, knitting, eating corn beef and cabbage, along with yummy cake that was homemade.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-02-27T05:04:00.000-08:00

My latest wish came true!!! 6 days of sunny skies in Jamaica. I couldn't ask for anything more. Since I've been writing all my wishes down in this blog most have been coming true. I think everybody should have a dream board or write down their dreams and wishes and I do believe it works.

People who have a dark cloud over them usually don't have positive energy!!! So just try and change your way of thinking and good things will happen!!!

I feel so grateful for all that I have and my only wish for now is health for all friends and family and that my husband continues to work!!! Also that my own business becomes a huge success.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-02-11T17:19:00.000-08:00

I wish for a safe and sunny trip to Jamaica.

Wish List Wednesday

2009-02-05T05:17:00.001-08:00

So since my last blog lots of my wishes have come true. My cold went away, my son didn't get the virus or lice (knock on wood), I did book a Jamaica vacation that my husband agreed to, my business partners are starting to get in the groove and I think I may have come up with a 50th anniversary gift for the parents. So now on to this weeks wishes....

I wish....

1) that I get everything done before the vacation

2) no bad weather for our flight out

3) sunny skies in Jamaica

Just in case there is no time to blog next week. I wish you all a wonderful Presidents week vacation and a very Happy Valentines Day!!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2009-01-21T14:53:00.000-08:00

Sorry it's been so long since I've blogged. Maybe it's the kids being home, working from home, cleaning lady every other week instead of every week .... blah blah blah.......
Lots of excuses but I think the real reason is now I am on Facebook and everytime I go on the computer there is some old friend finding me. Instead of blogging I need to find the time to respond to these old buddies of mine. I will have to divide my time now because I do miss blogging.
On to Wish List Wednesday!!!!
I wish....
1) That my cold be gone by morning!!!!
2) That my son doesn't get lice or the thow up virus which is now in his school!!!
3) I find a vacation for either Feb or Apr break and that my husband will agree to. ( hopefully with some Amex miles)
4) Come up with a 50th anniversary weekend for my parents and family that isn't too expensive ( I will take any suggestions we need it to be in the Northeast)
5) That my business partners start producing.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-12-17T17:55:00.000-08:00

May all days be as good as this one.....

It started out with tennis. My partner and I did a great job today. What great fun. I then got some work stuff accomplished. Then the phone rang and I got a fantastic call from my mom that her cat scan is clean. ( she had lung cancer 4 years ago and has to go the the Doctor every six months) I then headed to knitting and had a wonderful holiday lunch with my knitsters. We also had a grab bag and I got a great gift. I got a home made cranberry orange vodka. I can't wait to make the cosmo recipe that came with it. Had a lovely dinner with my kids. I then had a wonderful talk with the hubby about my business and he finally believes in it!!! Hooray!!!

Hope you all have a wonderful Holiday !!!

The kids will be home for almost 2 weeks so I don't know how much time I will have to Blog. I will try my best.

Co-op Reunioun - City Hall Restuarant

2008-12-11T06:31:00.001-08:00

What a great time we had. It was wonderful seeing old friends and recognizing some old faces. We all kind of know each other in Co-op City. It was great for me since I knew people my age but I also knew people a bit older because of my big sis. It was great fun catching up. There is never enough time. It went so fast. We closed the bar down and I was home at 1:45am. It's been a long time since I've done that.

The photo above was taken around 34 years ago. 3 people in that photo were at the reunion. See if you can match the people.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-12-04T15:45:00.001-08:00

1) Would like to finally make some plans for Christmas week.
2) Be finished with the Holiday shopping.
3) The three loads of folded laundry get put away.
4) Figure out what I am wearing to this Sat. Bat Mitzvah as well as something for the evening. ( having a Co-op City Reunion)

Happy Thanksgiving/Christmas week getaway

2008-11-30T17:31:00.000-08:00

Hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving. It was a lot of work leading up to it but I love it. In Westchester there is not any one store that you can go to. I had to go to 4 different stores for all the stuff I need for a wonderful dinner. Also, I had my kids home on Wednesday so that was hard to do everything and make it a fun day for them. I made 2 new things this year and if I may give myself a pat on the back they were amazing. I made a butternut squash and other veggies ratatouille and an amazing stuffing. I had 14 plus people and it was a wonderful day. This long weekend was all about eating. I will have to work extra hard this week eating healthy and exercising.

I am still looking to do something during Christmas week. Maybe for just 2 days. If anybody has any suggestions in the Northeast that is inexpensive please let me know.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-11-20T05:53:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't been blogging!!! I will try and be a little better. When I do blog it is so much fun and I wish I had time to read all the blogs that I love.

1) To be better are blogging.

My husband's 1 year package to work on the bankruptcy was not as good as I thought. I thought we had 1 year of job security but we really don't it can end at any time. With that said.....

2) Either a new job for the hubby or more of a guarantee that the work that he is doing will last a long time.

3) Would love to go on vacation (not happening this year so far)

4) That my business trip to Rhode Island this weekend is a huge success and gives me the push that I need.

Sat. New York Times Front Page

2008-11-01T19:46:00.000-07:00

Check it out the Cohen's have 15 minutes of fame. I got interviewed for the New York Times and they sent a photographer to our house on Friday night. How cool is that!!! Here is what they had to say....

Forget Caviar: Holiday Parties Feel the Pinch

My friends and I have all been talking about doing a lot more potluck,” said Eileen Cohen, right, with her husband, Jonathan.

Home entertainers are also paring preparations. Eileen Cohen, whose husband is a senior vice president at Lehman Brothers, usually gives elegant dinners featuring baby lamb chops and cut flowers, but on Friday, she planned to serve “turkey chili and appetizers from Costco” for a Halloween party at her home in Ardsley, N.Y.

“My friends and I have all been talking about doing a lot more potluck,” said Mrs. Cohen, whose husband, Jonathan, is still employed, helping the Wall Street firm with its bankruptcy. “We still all want to get together, but one person doesn’t need to absorb the whole cost.”

Wish List Wednesday

2008-10-29T15:30:00.000-07:00

1) Halloween is a fun night for all!!!
2) All days be as enjoyable as today (Tennis , Knitting/lunch and dinner with the whole family)
3) That those 3 loads of laundry I folded end up in the draws some how.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-10-23T06:25:00.000-07:00

Wishes that have come true in the last couple of months:

1) got down to a size 6

2) got my laptop

3) got my ipod

4) hubby got an offer from Lehman Brothers bankruptcy ( set for 1 year) Other prospects are in the works too!!! Yeah!!!

Now onto Wish List Wednesday

1) want new couches for my living room

2) go on vacation

3) that my mom's business really takes off so she can quit her job

4) that something turns around for my mother-in-law so her life is less stressfull

5) all family members get along

6) some health, wealth and happiness for all

Project Runway Fans

2008-10-21T17:22:00.000-07:00

Check out the photo of my brother with Tim Gunn. He entertained at a benefit that Tim Gunn hosted. That is Mike as "Joe Fabulous". How cool!! I wished I could go but I missed it. I heard it was a smashing success. I just wanted to brag about my little brother.

Wish List Wedneday - Birthday Wish/Happy Anniversary

2008-10-15T16:47:00.000-07:00

So sorry I haven't posted. With the Jewish Holidays and me being in a bit of a funk I just fell behind.

My wish for Wish List Wednesday is for all Birthdays be as great as my 45th!!!

My birthday was on Sept. 26th. I always use my spa gift from Mother's day or Valentine's day on my birthday. This way I always have something to do. This year I actually had lunch plans with some gals overlooking the Hudson. It was a wonderful lunch.

I also bought tickets 6 months ago for my whole family to see "Wicked" (the Broadway show). Good thing I did that because the job situation for the hubby is on shakey ground. We drove into the city had a wonderful Italian dinner ( reasonably priced) and saw the show. I came home to wonderful cards and my usual beautiful poem from the hubby. My daughter's card brought tears to my eyes so I am going to type it for you all.

Dear Mom,

This must be a very special day well it only comes once a year! You always give me everything I always dream of having, so now it's my turn to say thanks. Thanks for being there, giving me advice, getting me things, loving me more that anything, for being my best friend, taking care of me, and most of all being my mom. You are the best mother ever but I really mean it! I love you so much and I hope you have a great birthday. Best Wishes!

Love,

There is no greater gift than a card like that.

The birthday celebration doesn't end there. My family brought the yummiest cup cake from the city and gave me the best compliment. I got a gift card to Victoria Secret for my new skinnier body.

I then went out by the Hudson again with a group of friends for dinner. The birthday celebration contiues. My knitting buddies had cake, balloons, gifts, and then took me to lunch.

It was a never ending Birthday celebration. Thank you to all my friends and family for making me feel special. I usually don't like a lot of attention but I think I really needed it this year.

On Yom Kipper night it was my Anniversary, 14 wonderful years. We weren't going to go out this year but both of our parents gave us money and insisted that we go out. So this Saturday we will.

My most important wish is always Health and Happiness to all!!!!

Wish List Wednesday/Transitions Weight Loss Program

2008-09-24T11:49:00.000-07:00

1. I am now down to a size 6 but I have a little more to go. I would love to get to my goal within the next 2 months. (Transitions Weight Loss Program worked)

2. I would like some certainty about my husband's future. He is still going to work each day with no offers yet.

3. The offer for the husband be amazing!!!!

4. Happy New Year to my Jewish friends ( Have a happy & healthy one)

Wish List Wednesday

2008-09-17T18:20:00.000-07:00

1) WISH THAT MY HUSBAND COMES OUT OF THE LEHMAN BROTHERS FIASCO WITH SOMETHING BIGGER & BETTER!!!!!

2)THAT MY BUSINESS CONTINUES TO GROW A LITTLE FASTER THAN I WAS ORIGINALLY PLANNING FOR.

3) HEATLTH & HAPPINESS FOR ALL!!!!

No More Lehman Brothers/Facebook

2008-09-15T15:29:00.001-07:00

So the hubby works for Lehman Brothers and he was one of the 20 people trying to save the company this weekend. He is on the finance end of the Real Estate division. It was crazy. He never came home on Thursday night and worked all day Friday. At least he was able to work from home this weekend. It still didn't help. He went into work this morning with his suit and tie and he still has a desk to sit at. Who knows what will be. All I know is that the last 6 months sucked and I know something better will come of this. You know me always optimistic.

A couple of good things came out of this weekend.... My sister's son had his Bar Mitzvah and it was wonderful seeing family and old friends. Also, one of my business partners went to a training seminar and she came back with 3 things to say to me..... 1) Thank you 2)I love you & 3) We are going to get rich!!! She finally gets our business and that was so great to hear!!!

I also finally made a profile on facebook and all my old friends are contacting me. It is addicting. Check it out....http://www.new.facebook.com/home.php

I am not even sure if it is going to work but give it a go.

I'm Back/Kids are back from Sleep Away Camp

2008-09-10T05:43:00.000-07:00

I've been so bad at blogging. Sorry to all of you who kept checking. I was so obsessed with finding my kids in photos each day combing through hundreds of photos and trying to spot the back of my kids heads. I also wrote them each and every day. This was soooo time consuming. Next year I will be much better. This was my first year for both kids to go to sleep away camp. What I learned...... Those pictures will always be waiting for me and not to write each day. All the junk games, books, stickers are never used. The only thing girls play with is Jacks. The only thing little boys play with is Pokeman cards. My son told me that he never read any of my letters because they were too long. All that time wasted. I now know that the kids are really happy with the camp we chose and they both made so many friends. I can now send them off next year and enjoy my time alone. I was really quite surprised how much I loved the empty house and the freedom to do what I want.

One of the other reasons I have haven't been blogging is I am focusing on my home based business. When I am home I am either on the phone with business partners or managing my web portal on the computer. I am starting to take this business more seriously. I did miss blogging though.

So the kids came home with over 100 lbs of laundry and my son came home with lice. We went straight to Hershey Park from camp but our first stop home was the lice lady. We all had to get combed out and all the the camp duffels went straight to the laundry mat. $120 in comb outs and checking and $126 at the laundry mat. I am an expert at combing out and if anybody local needs to be combed out I can always help.

The kids are back at school and their schedule is crazy. My little 8 yr old started tackle football and it is 4 days a week. Hebrew School twice a week, drum and skate board lessons, dance, tennis and girl scouts. I just never thought I would be one of those moms. I love some down time. They both quit soccer. Football and tennis are short seasons so it will change end of November.

I will start blogging but I can't promise it will be every day.

Miss you all!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2008-07-31T18:58:00.000-07:00

Heading to Fire Island for the weekend. Wishing for sunny skies and for my husband to be able to realax for the next 3 days.

Still So Busy for Blogging/Visting Day at Camp

2008-07-27T10:26:00.000-07:00

I know it has been a while but I have been crazy!!! I've had my best friends staying with me all week and I was entertaining them. When I am on the computer I am looking at 200 pictures from my kids camp and trying to find them in the background. I also decided to go through my daughter's closet and sell some stuff on eBay which takes a bit of time downloading, posting, checking in and answering a bunch of questions. I posted 7 items and I have many watchers and 2 bids. I will keep you posted on my selling status.

Yesterday was visiting day and it was a perfect mostly sunny day in the Poconos. We got to see our kids there were some tears but we had an amazing day and they are both just sooooo happy. We went tubing with them and that was a highlight of our day. We only have 3 more week to go and the time goes by so fast.

Friday I am going to Fire Island for the weekend and then when I get back I will be in Greensboro, NC for a business conference for 5days.

I just got my nano and a voyager phone and finally I am part of the media generation of being connected. I've been listening to a book I downloaded and I even know how to text. Mind you our plan for our phone is less money because we just realized through my husband's company we get a 20% discount.

The summer is going fast and I can't believe my kids have been away for 4 weeks now.

My new summer reality shows are.....
Big Brother 10
Project Runway
Shear Genius
So You think You can Dance
Legally Blond - Over
Bachelorette- Over

Still time at 1 am watching DVR to catch up on my crazy shows.

I hope I have filled you in a bit sorry about falling off the blogging wagon.

Wish List Wednesday - Still No Time for Blogging - Transitions Weight Loss Program

2008-07-10T17:25:00.000-07:00

So I thought when the kids were off to camp I would have all the time in the world to focus on blogging, my business, and having fun. The business and having fun are happening but I just don't have time to blog. Most of my time on the computer is looking at camp pictures, printing camp pictures, looking for free online stationery and emailing and writing my kids. During the day I am also consumed with getting the stuff that got lost in transit for the kids eg... face wash, Yankees hat, purell..... Each day I am purchasing something fun to put in a package. Who knew it would be this exhausting not having the kids home.

I also have been focusing on my weight loss program it's been over 60 days and I was suppose to measure myself but I just haven't had time. I know I lost around 10 pounds and many inches. I had to go out and get some new skirts and jeans. I am also able to wear those tight fitting shirts and I don't have to always wear those pregnant looking swing shirts all of the time. I think I will continue for another couple of months I feel so healthy. I do a boot camp class at the gym and I am one of the fastest and can do everything the instructor is asking of us. A couple of more months on my Transitions weight loss program and exercise regimen and I know I will be even happier. A bunch of women at my gym saw me and want to go on the same diet plan as me because they noticed my results. That just makes me feel great!!!!

If anybody is interested check out my JSShopping link listed on my blog.

On to Wish List Wednesday:

1. For the kids to continue having an amazing time at camp

2. Kwana to finish writing her book !!! I started it and I love it!!!! ( That means it better get published!!!)

3. Get better at tennis this summer

4. Enjoy my mini getaways with the hubby

5. Great weather for next week when I go to Fire Island

Homesick Letter - Sleep Away Camp

2008-07-06T18:22:00.001-07:00

So things were going great. Great pictures, letters and today the bombshell. Camp is not so great and I am homesick. All letters prior to this said camp was awesome her bunk was great and she was making so many friends. We did talk to her on the phone yesterday which was an amazing phone call but today a long email came about wanting us to come and see her for a day. We know it is normal but I just want a new letter quickly talking about how great the camp is. 3 girls from her bunk are sick so that also could be another reason. Anyway I will keep you posted. We still haven't heard from our son yet but all news is that he is not homesick and having fun.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-07-02T17:30:00.001-07:00

1. My children continue to have a fantastic time at Sleep Away Camp.
2. Get a laptop
3. Change phones so I can get internet and texting.
4. Continue enjoying the alone time with the hubby.

Happy at Camp/ The Bachlorette (ABC)

2008-07-01T07:00:00.000-07:00

So the kids are finally off. It doesn't seem real. It has only been 3 days. I am spending all my time on the computer looking for pictures of them and writing them letters. So far we have gotten great reports about our kids. The above pictures show them happy. What more can I ask for. My daughter even did the trapeze.

Bachlorette - Who will DeAnna choose?????

Now lets talk about DeAnna. I still like Graham but I also like Jesse and Jason. I think if she falls for both equally she should pick the one without a child. That's just me. When I was single I never even continued talking to any guy with a child. Who needs to fall in love with that baggage. Marriage is hard enough!!! This is the first time I felt bad for Jeremy but there was something so boring about him. Also even though he was good looking his shiny face just turns me off. Let me know your thoughts!!!

Wish List Wednesday/Sleep Away Camp Send Off Saturday

2008-06-26T08:02:00.001-07:00

My only wish for this week is that I don't breakdown too much in front of my kids at the bus pick-up. This is my first time alone without both my kids. I have been soo sad and in funk all week. I will be fine when I know my kids are having a ball at sleep away camp. It can then be about me!!!

The above pictures are literally the camp my kids are going to. It looked like paradise to me when I went to visit. I am sure they will be fine.

Bachlorette-Good Bye Graham I Will Miss YOU!!!

2008-06-24T17:11:00.000-07:00

I know I have been terrible about blogging but my focus has been about getting my kids off to sleep away camp. The amount of work is endless.

I just had to write about last nights devastating decision to get rid of Graham. He is the reason I have been watching. Graham is soooo hot!!!! She is still soooo young. How do you not take a chance on that type of chemistry. I like the other guys a lot but I liked to look at Graham the most. I will still watch reluctantly but I am so sad I will not be looking at my hotty!!!!

I will miss you Graham!!!

Wish List Wednesday/Happy Birthday Kwana

2008-06-11T17:35:00.000-07:00

Went to a wonderful birthday lunch with Kwana. Hope you had a wonderful Birthday.

Wish List Wednesday
1. my wish is that I don't forget anything for my kid's camp packing.
2. to get though the week without stressing
3. again I want the hubby's work load to slow down
4. may Kwana's birthday wishes come true. (Remember the vision board)
5. hoping I get that landscaper quote some time soon.

Consumed with Sleepaway Camp Packing

2008-06-10T17:47:00.000-07:00

I haven't had any time to get on the computer. I have been shopping, and ironing on labels for all of my kids stuff . Since it is their first time I need everything labeled. No time for blogging. After the 18th when the bags get picked up I will be back on track.

A List Bravo Awards/Wish List Wednesday on Friday

2008-06-06T06:23:00.000-07:00

It's been a crazy week this week. First my daughter's Middle School was evacuated on Tues morning and I was with 3 girls (5th graders) just hanging, shopping and going to Dunkin Donuts to keep their mind of the scariness of the day. Our community is still dealing with the repercussions of that day.

On Wednesday I am at the Doctors office when Kwana calls me in a frenzy asking me to join her for the Bravo A List Awards. The person who was suppose to go got stuck in court. I had 2 kids with me and the hubby has been working till 9 every night. I was suppose to watch a movie with the daughter that night and my son was suppose to go to baseball practice which he loves. So the negotiations began. I had to pay them both big time to not be mad at me for ruining their night, then I had to let them rent a movie on cable that I really wasn't crazy about them seeing. My daughter is 11 1/2 and the son is almost 8. I leave them alone for no more that 2 hours this would have been 3. I called the neighbor and she said she would call and check on them. I got home at 5:30 and I now had to get dinner for the kids, leave dinner for the hubby and get dressed for a cool awards show in the city. I had 25 minutes to do it all. It was yucky weather in NY and I showered that day but didn't wash my hair I just threw on a hat. Now I had 15 minutes to get ready and look snazzy. My hair looked like a greaseball so I remembered that if you put powder in your hair it takes out some of the greasiness. I grabbed the first powder I saw and started to put it in my hair. I finally looked at the front and realized I just put foot powder in my hair. I have to say it did the trick. You should all try it some time. Kwana was at my house at 5:55. It was a great night check out Kwana's blog for the details.

This is us waiting on line to go into the awards show.

Thursday night was the Middle School band concert. My daughter plays clarinet. They did a great job. We didn't get home till 9:30. My computer was down all day with a Fios problem.

So now we are up and running and finally catching up.

Wish List Wednesday : Better late than never
1. The hubby's job slows down
2. If 1 can't happen then I wish the hubby gets a new job
3. That I will survive the Yankee game this Sunday with 94 degree weather.
4. A wonderful weekend for all.

Working on my 29 Gifts/Weight Loss

2008-06-02T17:15:00.000-07:00

So far it hasn't be too hard to do. Of course I am only on day 4. Some days I may even do 2 things. I don't want to brag but it can be more than 2 but I only put the more important ones down on my challenge. I hope you all will join me it is rewarding.

Anyway I hate weighing myself but I went to the doctor today and I lost 6 pounds since I started this weight loss program. I really don't care about the weight but even with the loss I got in a bit of a funk. I have another doctor's appointment on July 30th so I am fine for the next 8 weeks.

29 Gifts

2008-05-31T09:40:00.000-07:00

I just signed up for this. I do it anyway each and every day. I hope you will join me in this http://givingchallenge.ning.com/profile/EILEENCOHEN.

WHAT: Your 29 gifts can be anything -- material objects, money, your time, smiles or kind thoughts. Sign up now and start giving!

Transitions Life Style System - 30 Day Results/Top Chef

2008-05-29T12:43:00.000-07:00

So it has been a little over 30 days and I am feeling great and still not hungry. On day 31 I measured myself and lost 5 1/2 inches. 1 1/2 in. chest, 1 1/2 waist, 1 1/2 hips, and 1/2 in. per arm. It's weird that they don't measure the thighs. So the tally is 5 1/2 in. not including the thighs and I know I lost there too because I am wearing gym pants that I wouldn't have worn before.

So all in all I would say this is a great success. I am continuing the program for another 8 weeks. I couldn't be happier. I will give my next set of results at the 60 day mark!!!

TOP CHEF

BYE BYE SPIKE!!!

I wasn't so crazy about Spike but I can't believe they left Lisa in. David Dust claims the producers may have a hand in this because they want to increase the odds so a woman finally wins. That may seem true to me because I just can't believe she is in the top four.

I like Stephanie but I don't care who wins as long as it is not Lisa!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2008-05-28T11:52:00.000-07:00

1. I want to learn how to play guitar with my kids
2. Travel more
3. Get a price for a landscaping project that we have been trying to do for 3 years!!!

I've been Tagged

2008-05-28T11:23:00.000-07:00

So I've been tagged again by Kwana. Here are the rules posted at the beginning. At the end of the post, the player then tags 6 people and posts their names, then goes to their blog and leave a comment, letting them know they’ve been tagged and asking them to read your blog. Let the person who tagged you know when you’ve posted your answer.

1. What was I doing 10 years ago?
I had an 18 month old little girl who was my life. I did Musical Munchkins, playgroups, a little tennis and was a Travel Agent from home.

2. What are 5 things on my to-do list today?
Measure myself to see results from my weight loss plan
Go to Knitting
Get my hair highlighted
Make a couple of work calls
Drop the boy off at Art and baseball practice

3. Snacks I enjoy: All chips, chocolate, cheese, veggies.

4. Places I’ve lived:
Bronx, Queens, Manhattan and Westchester

5. Things I would do if I were a billionaire:
Travel the world.
Own a beach house
Of course volunteer and give to charities I believe in
Have someone clean my house every day
Have someone clean and chop up food for breakfast, lunch and dinner (I don't mind the cooking) and then cleaning up

6. Peeps I want to know more about:
I am a celebrity fanatic. I guess I am interested in all but would want to really know the truth. Not lies that the tabloids or publicists created.

I'm tagging:

I don't have many so here goes: Please don't kill me!!!
Jill, Amy

Holiday weekend

2008-05-27T10:17:00.000-07:00

It was a wonderful 4 days off with the kids. The hubby was home all 4 days. We had a great weekend here in New York. The weather was awesome. Our pool and tennis club opened on Friday. I got some sun and tennis in all weekend long. I think I killed the hubby. He is not used to playing tennis. We went to a family circle reunion for my hubby's Greek side of the family. It was a wonderful day in Marmaroneck overlooking a lake. The kids went out on a boat and we had such nice weather, great food, and had fun meeting the family. We also went to see Indiana Jones with the kids. The movie is a great family movie. Yesterday we hosted a barbecue with some city friends. It was just an enjoyable family weekend.

Tomorrow is the the 30 day mark. I will measure on day 31. I will keep you posted.

American Idol - David Cook Wins

2008-05-22T08:45:00.000-07:00

I am so happy for David Cook. I think what happened is the older generation was in fear of him losing and finally voted extra. I know I voted 15 times and my mom who has never voted did it 10 times. I think that David Archuleta is a very talented kid but he is so young and will have no problem with a career. To me he was just a bit boring. I will definitely download songs that David Cook sings. I love his voice. I also think he is quite sexy!!! I am so happy for him and I think it may have help that Simon was hard on him because his fan stepped it up and voted more because of it. My kids and I were jumping up and down when Ryan Seacrest said his name.

Congratulations to David Cook!!!

Check Out My New Dress/Wish List Wednesday

2008-05-21T14:04:00.000-07:00

While we were on vacation on the Queen Mary 2 our garment bag got stolen and a bunch of my formal clothing was taken. We did get an insurance check and I now have an event June 1st and no dress to wear. I was in Bloomingdale's and they were having a 40% sale on all dresses. Since I need to replace my clothing it was the first time in my life I didn't look at price tags. Most dresses ranged from $150-$500 and with the 40% off it would have been a great deal. I tried on about 15 dresses and I finally found one I loved. It was a tiny bit big but I needed the larger size to fit the bust area. I got up to the register and the woman said to me you got such a great deal. I said how much I didn't even look at the tag. It came to $50. It was already marked down and then another 40%.

The best part is that I tried it on today and now it is really big on me. Now I have to get it tailored. Who cares my Transition weight loss program is really working. Even with the tailoring it is still a bargain.

Wish List Wednesday
1. A sunny and warm Memorial day weekend
2. Enjoying every moment with my kids before they leave for camp

Water Balloon Flip Flops

2008-05-18T11:16:00.000-07:00

The weekends have been very busy. I am spending as much time with the kids until they go off to sleep away camp. Check out the flip flops I made with my daughter last year. I need to make a new pair for this year. All you do is tie in a knot with the water balloons. It is easy just a bit time consuming and your fingers hurt like heck after. The end result is cool and it is worth it. I just made a pair for Patrica's daughter because she's done so much for my kids. I'm glad I can finally give back something creative to her.

Dance Recital/Weight Loss Program Results/Wish List Wednesday

2008-05-15T05:45:00.001-07:00

So that is the $150 outfit. Enough complaining. My daughter just loves being on stage even if it is just a couple of minutes. She decided right after the show she is continuing dance. She did a great job and since the show was with older girls it wasn't half bad. It was quite enjoyable. I haven't had time to even check emails these days so sorry for not blogging. Things are slowing down now so I will have a little more time.

So far the Transitions Weight loss program is working and I've seen the fastest results ever. It's has been 17 days and I am already in certain pants I couldn't get into 2 weeks ago. I am still not able to measure until 30 days but I even see the results in the gym. My stomach is much flatter. I haven't really cheated and I don't feel deprived. There hasn't been any night I have gone to bed hungry. I know with weight watchers I was hungry all the time. Don't get me wrong I saw results from weight watchers but as soon as I was off it for a week it would take months to get the weight off again. I read a lot of labels now, things with low sugar, lots of fruits and veggies and protein. I also eat the bars and some meals that the diet offers. They are pretty good and very satisfying, there's a chocolate crunch bar and an oatmeal raisin bar. I will keep posting with my updates.

Wish List Wednesday-
1. Continuing my weight loss program with ease
2. Continue having these great results on this weight loss program
3. Little less stress for the husband at work

Happy Mother Day

2008-05-11T09:44:00.000-07:00

Just Want all my friends and family to know that I Love them!!!!

Dance Recital Weekend

2008-05-10T11:06:00.000-07:00

Well I thought Willy Wonka was a pain. Wait till you hear this. 12 Sundays of extra rehearsal. 3 girls were out one Sunday during February Break because we all were on vacation as a family and they still had rehearsal. Since we complained the girls got taken out of their number for 32 seconds. The whole dance is 3 minutes. Other girls missed classes but they were not pulled out. So now my whole Mother's Day is revolved around a 2 1/2 hour show and my kid is on stage of 2 and a half minutes!!!! My Saturday night is going to be exciteing. I have to come 1 hour before the show and help out behind stage. At least I saved 20 bucks for the ticket. Of course the whole family has to come tomorrow and we can't ask them to pay for the tickets. The little sequenced sleeveless romper cost $150. It is scratching my girls arm to a pulp. Last night at the dress rehearsal she ripped her stockings from the lovely dress. The dance studio is closed today due to the recital so I had to drive around for 45 minutes to find these darn stocking. Enough rambling and complaining I sure tonight and tomorrow I will be in a better mood when I see my little darling up on stage. What we do for our kids!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2008-05-07T17:18:00.000-07:00

My wishes this week are for my friend Kwana as promised.
1. I wish her good health
2. Success on the Core Program
3. Getting a book published very soon!!!!
4. May the girl teen wake up one day soon and appreciate MOM!!!

My wishes this week are just for continued heath and happiness for all.

Business is Booming/Crazy Day

2008-05-06T17:41:00.001-07:00

I got my third business partner officially today and our team is on a roll. We are growing and every day I find a new product that I love. Welcome to Sharyn and Sharon for joining our awesome team!!!

Today was a bit crazy. I left the house at 9 for spinning, then came home to shower, got nails done, picked up 3 girls from school, drove them to my house, picked the boy from school, came home to pick girls up and have the boy eat and get into baseball uniform, drove girls to dance, came back home for baseball glove, went to bike shop to look for new bike, picked up donuts for the gang, picked up girls from dance, drove the boy to the baseball field, dropped girls at a friend's house drove back to baseball field to watch and just got home by 7:40 and had to prepare and eat dinner.

I am just exhausted even writing it down.

Amazing News

2008-05-05T08:28:00.001-07:00

I just got some amazing news about my friend in Florida who is fighting cancer. She has been doing alternative treatments and it is working. Check out her blog http://kickingcancersbigfatass.blogspot.com/. I am so happy for her.

Dinner Party

2008-05-04T09:36:00.000-07:00

Last night I had a wonderful dinner party at my house. If I may pat myself on the back the dinner was great. I was also able to stay on my Transitions Weight Loss Plan and enjoy the entire evening. I was still able to have wine, shrimp, veggies, guacamole, sword fish, lamb, clams and fruit. Not a bad meal!!! I didn't even feel deprived. I will have results after 30 days. I cannot weigh or measure myself until then. 22 days left. I will keep you posted. So far I haven't felt hungry yet.

Making Wishes Come True

2008-05-01T15:52:00.000-07:00

So just yesterday I put on my wish list to be successful in my business. Today I finally got my 2ND business partner.One of my friends will now be working with me and I will finally be receiving my first check. I also have an appointment on Sunday for another friend to come into the business as well. So my wish list Wednesdays are really working!!! Some other wishes that came true are my TV in my kitchen which I got 2 weeks ago and I have been researching lap top computers.

There were sunny skies NY today too!!! How about that.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-04-30T18:27:00.000-07:00

1) I wish this Transitions Weight Loss System will show some results soon.
2) Sunny Skies
3) Success in my business
4) Continuing to tackle one project per week

Transitions Life Style System

2008-04-29T13:26:00.000-07:00

Started the Transitions Life Style System (not to be called a diet). Who are they kidding!!! It is much like the core plan on weight watchers but there are some supplements which help burn fat and break down carbs. The supplements are also for hunger. Day 2 and so far so good. I am not hungry. I will keep you posted. Did my 2 hour gym work out and met a friend for lunch.

I have been sewing and ironing on labels for the past 2 days getting the kids ready for camp. I can't believe how much stuff they have to bring. Just to give you an example they each have to bring 12 towels. It is overwhelming how much stuff needs to be done before end of June. Off to make dinner now.

Spring Break

2008-04-27T09:08:00.000-07:00

I had a wonderful week off with my children. It was fun filled. We went to the city to see a Broadway show, the park, biking, the beach and got together with a bunch of families we haven't seen in a while. It was sunny and beautiful here in NY. We couldn't have asked for a better week. We slept late every day and had a nice breakfast together as well. My sister-in-law and the children came to stay with us for 2 days and that was fun too. It's going to be hard to get back to the swing of things. I think I put on 5 pounds this week. Back to school, gym and eating and sleeping right!!!

For all of you who were home with your kids I hope your week was a fabulous as mine.

Wish List Wednesday/Passover/Young Frankenstein

2008-04-24T08:10:00.000-07:00

Sorry I haven't blogged in a while. I haven't had one second to get on the computer. First I was cooking a planning a Passover Seder for 18 people. If I may pat myself on the back it was a smashing success. I think my cooking gets better every year. I have mastered the Turkey matzoh ball soup by using tips from the mother and the mother-in-law. I am still cleaning up matzoh from Sunday. Also, the children have been off for spring break. I usually do nothing but relax but this time we have had plans every day. Yesterday we went to the city to see the Young Frankenstein. We took the train in because it was going to be a long day and parking in the city is very expensive. We packed a lunch met my sister and her boys with my mom and we ate at Bryant Park. What a beautiful day. We then shopped the streets of Manhattan which I love. Then we headed to the matinee and it was just a terrific fun show. My kids loved it along with the adults. We then met my brother for dinner and got home around 9pm.

So for Wish List Wednesday I only wish that all days can be as wonderful as this Wednesday!!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2008-04-16T17:44:00.000-07:00

I've heard of 2 recent deaths that happened suddenly for 2 very young men. Today my only wish is for Health and Happiness to all my friends and family!!! Hey a little wealth can't hurt!!!

Best Part of the day/Thank You to Patricia

2008-04-15T14:37:00.001-07:00

Today I have donut day with my son. It is the day I run around carpooling to get my daughter and 2 friends to a dance class. Since it is boring for the son I implemented donut day. It is our alone time together. We always talk about the best part of the day and the worst. He is usually such a happy kid that fortunately there aren't too many times he has a worst part of the day. So today I asked my question and he said the best part of my day hasn't happened yet. We were on our way to Patricia's who just started giving private art lessons to him. He is so happy. He started last week and couldn't wait to bring his first project to school to show all of his friends. Patricia has been such a great friend and offering her services to my son has been such a gift. She is so busy with her work and 3 children but she still takes the time to give back to my boy. Thanks Patricia for being you!!!

The above is my son's first project with a little help from his teacher!!!

The duct tape is to cover his name and not part of the picture.

Catching Up/Happy Birthday

2008-04-14T17:47:00.001-07:00

I know it's been a while since I blogged but I've been a bit crazed. On Friday my entire new kitchen sink area leaked through to the basement. I was on the phone ordering parts for my instant hot, the sprayer and the disposal. What are the odds that all three are broken at once. I am still waiting for 1 part. I am only having 18 people over this weekend and I need to start cooking by Thursday!!!

Saturday was the hubby's birthday!!! The grandparents took the kids for the night and we had a wonderful dinner at this great local restaurant called the Red Hat. When I first moved to Westchester we had to go into the city to get a great meal with a little atmosphere. Now we have a bunch to choose from less then 10 minutes away. Of course it is always nice to get into the city. We are going next week to see the Young Frankenstein on Broadway.

Well Wish List Wednesday seems to be working, my daughter's cold went away ( now my son has one), I am getting a laptop, and I am going to replace my little TV under the counter. If anybody has any suggestions regarding the laptop please let me know. I need it to link to our Dell. Can I get a Mac????

Sunny New York/Finally James Kicked off of BIg Brother

2008-04-10T16:12:00.000-07:00

Today was a gorgeous warm and sunny day here in New York. I finally filled out my camp forms for my kid's sleep away camp. I have been in denial that they are leaving me for 7 1/2 weeks this summer. Nothing like the last minute. I was so engrossed in the process that I forgot to eat breakfast. I never forget a meal. Unless I am shopping of course. Anyway I went to tennis on an empty stomach. I played my doubles match today and implement the new serve. Not bad for first time out. I played with some of the top women in the league and they complimented my serve!!! I then had a very nice lunch with a friend sitting outside. I even left food on my plate. Is today opposite day? I never leave food on my plate. Another wonderful day that I am grateful for!!

From 2 weeks ago one of my wishes on Wish List Wednesday was that James gets kicked out of the Big Brother house and that finally happened last night. I hope that it doesn't take 2 weeks for my daughter's cold to go away because she is driving me nuts.

Wish List Wednesday

2008-04-09T14:23:00.000-07:00

Had my usual wonderful Wednesday. Knitting with the gals is always great but I had a little treat during tennis. The 3 gals I play with didn't show today so I had a private lesson. It is always great for a little exercise but I also got to brush up on my serve. Watch out ladies I now have a down the line serve. Also since doing a spinning class regularly I am able to run and get balls that I complained I couldn't get since I turned 40!!! Yeah!!! I now know that using the 40's card is no excuse any more. I was just out of shape.

I was also a very bad girl this week. Our carpool didn't go to Hebrew School all week so we did the same. Monday my daughter was sick but my son was fine and today my daughter convinced me that they would be practicing songs and skits for their model Seder which they are unable to attend. I took her word for it and we didn't go. We all just need a little break!!!

On to Wish List Wednesday....
1) Staying on track to get into swimsuit shape

2) My little under the counter TV broke - I want a replacement

3) My daughter has a cold and asked for me to wish for it to get better on Wish List Wednesday. ( how cute is that!!!)

Embarrassed to Say The Bachelor- London Calling

2008-04-08T15:38:00.000-07:00

I swore I would not watch this show again and darn it I am addicted. I love and hate it at the same time. Lets talk about last night. I have a new found respect for Shayne. She is a team player. When she was telling the witch (I don't even know or care about her name) that she was monopolizing Matt's time and to give some girls a chance that hadn't had alone time with him I couldn't believe my ears. She is not that selfish little girl I thought she was. Thank goodness he got rid of the drunk/ stripper and the immature/dumb singer.

Looking forward to tonight's TV with Big Brother, Housewives of New York City..... I am sure I am missing some.

Check Out My New Cole Haan Bag

2008-04-07T07:34:00.000-07:00

After reading Kwana's blog about how important accessories are I have been searching for the perfect bag. I have looked and looked. I was also willing to spend more than I would usually pay for it. I hated everything I saw. I just needed a new black bag!!! I was telling my sister-in-law about my search and she said she was in the Cole Haan store and saw great bags that she thought I would like. Since I had no time to go to the store I went to my favorite place to shop, ebay. I purchased a new without tags bag with shipping for $70. How about that for a deal. I just love the bag. Even if it ends up being slightly used who cares. I don't treat my bags very well. On it's first outing it will probably look like crap anyway. I just love ebay. I also sell stuff on ebay as well.

Tell me what deals you get on ebay???

I've Been Tagged

2008-04-04T12:11:00.000-07:00

Kwana made me do it!!!!

You’re feeling: Tired and happy it's Friday

To your left: A closet

On your mind: Getting my taxes done for my business.

Last meal included: hot & sour soup and steamed chicken & broccoli

You sometimes find it hard to: Not speak

The weather: raining and still too cold!

Something you have a collection of: Books

A smell that cheers you up: My husband's smell & vanilla

A smell that can ruin your mood: Milk

How long since you last shaved: day before yesterday

The current state of your hair: Shiny and not too bad. I flat ironed it last night.

The largest item on your desk/workspace (not computer): A tennis trophy .

Your skill with chopsticks: so-so

Which section you head for first in a bookstore: center tables

Something you’re craving: chocolate

Your general thoughts on the presidential race:
I just want a Democrat!!!!!

How many times have you been hospitalized this year:0

Favorite place to go for a quiet moment: Movies & My bedroom.

You’ve always secretly thought you’d be a good:
comedy/romance screenwriter.

Something that freaks you out a little: dirt in nails.

Something you’ve eaten too much of lately: Chicken & Broccoli

You have never: Jumped out of a plane

You never want to: Drink milk

People I'm tagging: Jill

Wish List Wednesday - My Favorite Day

2008-04-02T16:59:00.000-07:00

Usually Wednesday is hump day and most people are bummed it is not Friday yet, however, it is my most favorite day of the week. First, I start with my knitting club at 9:30. They are my favorite people to hang with and we nosh, knit and gab and gab and gab..... As for my knitting is not too good. I will give you a little example .... I made a pair of leg warmers(see above) for my daughter with a little help from the crew and I wanted to make another pair. Since I didn't have the first pair with me when I started the 2nd pair I guessed on the amount of stitches. I have been knitting it for about 3 weeks, I looked at it today and thought it looks a little wide for a leg warmer. Of course it would fit an obese child but my kid weighs 55 pounds. So now my leg warmers are becoming a hat. Thank goodness for my knitting experts. I was just going to just rip it out and waste 3 weeks of work.

Next I do a doubles tennis clinic with some friends. Not only am I spending time with good friends but I get exercise and I just love tennis.

Now onto Wish List Wednesday:
1. All days were as fun as Wednesday
2. Getting a little better at tennis
3. Getting a little better at knitting

Hooray Our Last Science Fair!!!

2008-04-01T16:37:00.000-07:00

So today I have been working with the son on his science fair project. It is an ocean diorama. We also looked up some fun ocean facts. Did you know that octopuses could make themselves camouflage? See the above project. All the artwork is done by him. He is only in 2nd grade. I think we are a great team. This is my last year!!! They are no longer doing science projects in our school for 3rd and 4th graders. I did 4 years with the daughter and 2 projects last year for both. Hooray I am done!!! Anyone else want to share there project.

I got this idea from someones blog.

Party for New Business- Going Green

2008-03-31T12:52:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I had a successful home party to officially launch my new business. Thank you to all my friends who came to support me!!!! I also want thank those who ordered stuff without even coming!!!

Along with the fantastic make-up line the biggest seller was the Snap products. I am trying to go green in my house. I use this multi-purpose cleaner everywhere and it even gets red wine out of fabric and carpet. I have the same bottle for over 1 year now. It only cost $10.50. I am so busy placing the orders and doing 5 loads of laundry there is not much time for blogging today. Check out my jsshopping website (see above) if you are interested in going green too!!!

Don't make fun of the artwork I am doing the best I can being a newbe and all.

Hooray for What!!!!

2008-03-29T11:52:00.001-07:00

So my brother (The one with Red Hair) is an actor and he is in this show "Hooray for What" at the Medicine Theater in Manhattan. It is a revival of a 1937 anti-war musical. It was quite funny but the show was very long and dated. We still had a great time watching him on stage. The best part of the show was my brother. Of course I am a bit partial but check out his reviews.

As the comic centerpiece of the oddball scientist, Mike Lesser works very hard and it pays off. He turns in a very high-energy, savvy, madcap comedy pro performance that is the show’s saving grace and more. He’s terrific. His nutty Marx Brothers style of performance, his wild look, his excellent timing and rubber face are pure daffy delight.

With a shock of Brillo-textured red hair, a chirpy, nasal voice and a sunny face as comically expressive as Harpo Marx, Mike Lesser turns in a rip-roaring performance as Chuckles without a whiff of Ed Wynn. He's especially funny when reacting to the audience's lack of response on occasions when dated jokes about forgotten subjects fly over everyone's head.

Mike, we are so proud of you keep up the great work.

Belated Wish List Wednesday

2008-03-27T13:32:00.000-07:00

So I just got back from partly sunny/rainy Florida. I will say that we did get into our bathing suits every day we were there. It is certainly better than the cold New York weather. We had such a wonderful time catching up with our old friends and having our children really get to know one another. My son even wrote about our trip for the school news and wrote that he loves them. I had tears in my eyes. We had a wonderful time!!!!

I was tagged by my friend Kwana . She is letting me off the hook because I am soo busy this week. I still haven't unpacked or put all of the laundry away. Maybe next time.

I am a little late for Wish List Wednesday but I feel I must keep the fans happy!!!

Some New Wishes:

1. Traveling more often - the memories are always so wonderful
2. Organizing this messy desk
3. Finally putting away all the clothes from our vacation
4. Enjoying the next couple of months with the kids - (they are going to sleep away camp for 7 1/2 weeks)
5. Hoping James gets kicked out of Big Brother this Sunday!!!

I am off to making dinner and putting away some of these clothes. I then have pick up a bunch of boxes of girls scout cookies, pick up my daughter from a play date , pick up 5 boys from a baseball clinic and finally dropping them all off!!! I am exhausted just thinking about it!!!

Wish List Wednesday

2008-03-19T15:17:00.000-07:00

It's been a crazy couple of days getting ready to leave for Florida tomorrow. Unfortunately I don't have much time for blogging. I decided I couldn't miss Wish List Wednesday!!! Yesterday I took my mom for a colonoscopy. She is high risk because four years ago she had stage 3 lung cancer. Today she is cancer free and yesterday the Doctor came out to me and said her colon is clean and she doesn't need to come back for 5 years. So my wish for today is that good health continues for my mom. She has been amazingly strong over the last couple of years. Looking forward to spending a couple of days with some great friends in Florida. I guess my second wish would be sunny skies in Florida!!!

Lunching With The Ladies/Happy St. Patrick's Day

2008-03-17T13:33:00.000-07:00

After putting in my 4th load of laundry I did a fast shopping at Syms. I was very successful last year with a bunch of tankinis. They have a large selection of designer tankini bathing suits that were last year's fashions. I don't care when it came out I just care about how they fit. Of course I have 17 different versions of black tankinis. The price tag on these suits are from $80 to about $120 and Syms sells them for .......$29!!!!! After trying on about 10, 2 fit and looked pretty darn good. The reason for the rush for a new suit is we are heading to Florida for Easter weekend to visit some friends. Weather permitting I plan on playing in the pool and beach the whole time.

I then pick up my gals Patricia and Kwana to go for a birthday lunch for my dear friend Patricia. I haven't been feeling great but a little dose of the ladies and I always feel so much better. Lunch was great. I had a yummy portabella mushroom & Gorgonzola salad. The waiter threw in the chocolate mousse cake for free.

Happy Birthday Patricia!!!! I hope you had a wonderful day!!!!

I am now cooking corn beef and cabbage in honor of St. Patty's day and my house smells great!!!

I can't wait for dinner!!!

Clean-Up Day!!!

2008-03-15T09:48:00.000-07:00

So this morning I got up early (note I am not a morning person) and helped clean up our town with my daughter. We went around our town with a large garbage bag, rubber gloves, and I of course put on the orange vest. I totally embarassed my daughter but I didn't care. I literally stoped traffic. Since we live in a very small town we knew everybody driving by and doing errands in town. They all wanted to know what I got arrested for!!! It was very rewarding. The children even got a free a slice of pizza and soda donated from our 2 local pizza places.

Just want to give a shout out to my friend Jill whose Birthday is today!!!!

Happy Birthday!!!

Thank G-d it's Friday

2008-03-14T17:22:00.000-07:00

I may ramble on because I just had 2 glasses of wine with dinner. Had a great day. Instead of doing my usual spinning class I took a walk with a friend. I thought it would save some time and be a bit easier. Well, I was wrong. My friend walks so fast and chooses all the steepest hills in the neighborhood. I am sure my tushy will hurt tomorrow.

Had Chinese and did some shopping with another friend. I helped her comb the racks. You know go into a discount store and find quality trendy items. We found her a cool dress and shirt. That is one of my favorite things to do!!!

I then had 2 of my daughter's friends come over for a play date and dinner before their 5th grade activity night. I need to do this more often. Boy do you learn a lot just hanging out in the kitchen with them.

Finally, had a nice Shabbat dinner with the hubby and the son. It is nice to have one child to ourselves.

Just waiting for the tween to get home. Hopefully she had fun.

Reality TV - Haven!!! - Spoiler Alert

2008-03-13T11:41:00.000-07:00

So last night was a reality TV junkie's dream. First big Brother. Boy what a twist. I wanted James out and I also voted to have Alex brought back into the house. I was with America this time. Not only is James back in but on Showtime after hours they show the winner of the HOH and it was James!!!!

2nd - American Idol. No surprises there. I picked the bottom three along with America again. 2 in a row I am not usually on board with America. I must be conforming...

3rd- America's Top Chef. I just loved every minute. There was a clear loser in this challenge. Good thing it airs late otherwise I would be raiding my kitchen. Some of the food looked soooo delicious.

Onto tonight looking forward to Survivor.

Any other reality TV Junkies???

Wish List Wednesday

2008-03-12T11:08:00.000-07:00

I was with my knitting buddies this morning (really a rap session) and they said I need to start putting my wishes on my blog so my blog name makes sense.

After seeing the crazy video "The Secret" I did create a visualization book. It is my book of wishes. My children and I created books for oursleves a couple of months ago. So far 2 wishes have already come true.... I got my 42" Plasma TV in my room and we just went on the Queen Mary 2 during President's weekend break. In my book I have a picture of myself in a bikini .... I will let you know when this wish comes true.... I have been doing double classes at the gym and I think it is working slowly.

Today I am adding 2 more things to my book. A laptop ( so I can blog in any room) and an ipod nano(to listen to books on CD). My shuffle can't do it.

I will keep you posted all all wishes that come true!!!

Own A Virtual Shopping Mall/ Non- Prescription Allergy Relief

2008-03-10T09:31:00.001-07:00

I got into this business because I tried this one product called OPC-3 for allergies sold through Market America. At first I was a bit skeptical but my brother literally stopped taking his weekly allergy shot. I have now been taking it for over a year and I do not have to take any prescription drugs for allergies. I was taking a nasal spray twice a day and a pill every day of my life.

I wanted to share this with my friends so I joined the business. All my friends and family that are taking OPC-3 feel great and are no longer on any prescription drugs. I now use about 20 other products that I love because I am also trying to be greener around my house as well as being healthier.

Not only are the products great but I now have a virtual shopping mall (MA just set up a partnership with Google) with thousands of partner stores. I also have added selling professionally designed websites to my business. There are so many ways to make money with this business.

Do you want to run your own Internet business, but don't have thousands for start-up costs? Want financial freedom? Check out my JSShopping website listed on my blog and contact me. I can help.

Blog Party

2008-03-07T13:44:00.000-08:00

Kwana found this great site for Moms. If you want to promote your blog, website or just connect with other moms you should join the party.

Bargains for the day!!!

2008-03-07T13:04:00.000-08:00

I am in a much better mood today!!! I had to go to the Mall to pick up a gift card at Abercrombie. Of course that is where all the tweens are shopping now. I can only go to one Mall for it. While I was there I found a rack that had shirts for $9.90. I purchased 2 for my daughter. That was bargain number one.

Next we stopped at Hollister and I got 2 shirts for $6.90 each!!! My daughter loved them all.

On the way out I have to go through Nordstroms to get to my car and I saw some Northface Jackets on sale. I was able to purchase a kids XL for $64.90 for myself. It is powder blue which brings out the blue in my eyes.

Then a gentleman asked if I need help. They didn't have my kid's size. He said "no problem, I can get them from another store and ship it to you free!!!"
Very few store sell black Northface winter coats on sale. When they are on sale they are never the size I need. They are usually $125 and I got them for $92.90. I buy them now for next year.

I only went to the Mall for a gift card but I never turn down a bargain.

OK, now on to my reality TV. The big twist on Big Brother with splitting the partners was great. I hope they don't vote Allison back in.

I've been watching the after dark on Showtime and Ryan said that Allison makes a lot of money counting cards playing blackjack. She works for a bookie in Boston he gives her 10 grand and she turns it into $60,000. She was telling Ryan that she can teach him how to do it and that she put $160,000 cash down on her house. She is a smart cookie but not smart enough for Big Brother.

New Yok Funk

2008-03-05T14:05:00.000-08:00

I have been in a weird PMS funk for the last couple of days. I couldn't even blog yesterday because it really would have been very dark. Everybody I talk to lately is in this funk. I think we are all just ready for winter to end. Thank goodness I have a little mini vacation planned for Easter weekend to hopefully sunny Florida.

Today I am a little better. My knitting group didn't meet today that probably would have helped but I played in my usual tennis clinic and that always makes me happy. Wednesday are my favorite day during the week. It is all about me. Of course I still have to squeeze in a big old food shopping. I am off to making dinner. By the way my Italian style bread crumbs panko chicken was a success. The husband and kids loved it.

I just used egg whites and Pam on a cookie sheet. Can't get any easier than that.

Domestic Day

2008-03-03T15:01:00.000-08:00

I am still working on my 5th load of laundry. Oh, joy!!! Out of all the things that I must do around the house I really do not like laundry. I have finally gotten my 7 and 11 year old to put their clothes away. It may take 3 days but at least I don't have to do it.

I also tried a new recipe today with panko italian bread crumbs and chicken breast. If it turns out good I will post this easy recipe. I need new healthy recipes. I am soooo sick of mine. If anybody has any please let send it to me.

Fantastic Dinner

2008-03-02T14:07:00.000-08:00

It was an amazing dinner. It really was the best paella I ever had. I have to say the picture I showed is exactly what it looked like. There was also too much wine and dessert. I definitely paid for it last night. My stomach was killing me. It was still worth it!!!

Off to yet another child's functions. A little award dinner (pizza) for my son's basketball league. Well, at least I don't have to cook tonight.

Paella

2008-03-01T15:07:00.000-08:00

So I am finally done with Willy Wonka and I can now have a life. My daughter did do a tricky thing. Some to the other oompa loompas were sneaking on stage during other parts and she did the same. She was on stage for an extra 30 seconds!!! We were so proud!!!

Tonight I am off to a friends house who has been promising me paella for the last 5 years!!! She says she makes the best paella . With a little wine I am sure it will be to me. Anything is better than another night of Willy Wonka.

I will let you know!!!

Willy Wonka

2008-02-29T11:58:00.000-08:00

Last night was a smashing sucess at our Middle School. My daughter was on stage for about 5 mintues of the hour and a half production. There were only 60 other oompa loompa joining her. Good thing she is small at least she was in the first row. Also, I was lucky enough to be sitting on the right which is where she was on stage. One of my friends said she was very spirited on stage. Do we have a star in the making??? Only 2 more productions to go.

oompa loompa

2008-02-28T12:36:00.000-08:00

This evening I am heading to the Middle School to see a production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. My 11 year old is an oopma loompa. I must attend this production 3 times for my daughter's 1 minute of stage time. What we do for our kids......

Big Brother

2008-02-27T12:30:00.000-08:00

So I am obsessed with reality TV. Has anyone been watching Big Brother? I always watched the show but now I just got Showtime and I watch them after-hours. I can't believe I am sucked into watching them do nothing but last night I saw some crazy things. There was milk coming out of those large fake boobs. Did anyone else see this???? She never even had a baby just an abortion 4 years ago.

Virgin Blogger

2008-02-27T08:33:00.000-08:00

Hi all!!! Welcome to my crazy life. My buddies Patricia and Kwana have sucked me into blogosphere. They insisted I have one because I have a lot to say and sometimes no one is around to talk to!!! This is a great outlet. Enjoy the ride!!!