Potty Training at its Not-So Finest

Can you believe it?  I saw this on my local news.....Utah Mom of twin girls bring potty chairs to reataurant. She undressed them, sat them on the potty, order their food, and they ate. There is a time and place for everything.  But, that was not the time nor the place for potty training.

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First, let me go on to say that I am a mother of three. So, I know the ups and downs of potty training. There may be times where you are so frustrated that you may want to take it to the next level by any means necessary. But, I don't think that means potty training your little one(s) while at the table in a public restaurant. That's just not sanitary. Not only that, you must take in consideration of other people around you. However,  there is nothing wrong with having potty chairs to your own dinner table in the privacy of your home. (Personally, I would not have done that, but you can do whatever you want inside your own home.)  If this was the mom's way of  getting her daughters to use the potty, she might want to try a different method.




If you are currently potty training your little one and find yourself at wits end, please visit Family Toliet Seat.com for some great potty training tips. So, please no potty training your little one(s) in public.

Pumpkin Spice and Gingerbread Nice

It seems like the best time of the year to eat is during the fall season. As fall approaches, you will begin to see many people baking or cooking some scrumptuous, mouth watering, cinnamon-pumpkin spice flavored food. It's hard to even think about dieting when you have some finger-lickin' food at your finger tips. If you don't believe me, here's a preview to some delicious food heading our way. The question is....ARE YOU READY?!?






Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mufins

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Pumpkin PoppersPicture by: Just The Little Things via Toia on Pinterest



Candy Apple Pie

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Pumpkin Cake with Apple Cider Glaze

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Can you DELICIOUS?!? Or can you say DELICIOUS?!? Theses are just a few desserts. I cannot wait to try these recipes. If you a recipe or two, that you love cooking or baking during the fall season, please feel free to share.



Cinnamon hugs and Pumpkin Spice kisses!! =D

Remembering 9/11

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September 11, 2001 is the day that America stood still. We couldn't believe or even imagined something so tragic could have happened to so many innocent people. It's been 11 years since this horrific event struck the United States of America to the core. And yet, I can still remember where I was when this happened as if it was yesterday.






And let us not forget. Despite all, we will forever be a blessed nation.

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To Wear or Not To Wear White

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To wear or not to wear white? That is the question often asked after Labor Day. Some people don't care. Labor Day or schmaybor day they are going to wear white. However, there are others who solemnly believe by this fashion golden rule. In my opinion, even though rules are not made to be broken, some are made to bend a little. If you are one those rebels who like to bend the rules and be an individual, here are a few websites that give great tips on how to wear white after Labor Day.



1. 5 Ways to Wear White by Hello Beautiful.com

2. 5 Ways to Wear White After Labor Day by Lucky Magazine

3. A Quick Guide To Wearing White After Labor Day by Fashionista.com

4. Why You Need To Wear White After Labor Day by SheKnows.com




When it comes to wearing white after Labor Day, I don't judge...to each their own. However, there's one thing that I know for sure is.........

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Fall TV 2012

For the last couple of weeks, there have not been much to see on television. Most of my favorite summer TV shows have wrapped up for the season. It's almost time for the Fall 2012 TV season to begin. I am excited to see some of my favorite fall television shows to return as well as anxious to see some of the upcoming new shows.


Returning Shows that I am looking forward to see:
1. Grey's Anatomy (ABC) September 27th at 9
2. SMASH - Coming Soon!!
3. Vampire Diaries (CW) October 11th at 8
4. Glee (FOX) September 13th at 9
5. Hart of Dixie (CW) October 2nd at 8
6. NCIS:Los Angeles (CBS) September 25th at 9
7. Scandal (ABC) September 27th at 10
8. Once Upon A Time (ABC) September 30th at 8

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Now that's out of the way; There are quite a few new shows premiering this fall. However there are only four that have peaked my interest; And I think might be worth checking out.



New Shows That might be Entertaining:
1. Arrow (CW) October 10th at 8
2. Beauty and the Beast (CW) October 11th at 9
3. Elementary (CBS) September 25th at 10
4. Nashville (ABC) October 10th at 10




After reviewing boths lists, you better believe I am going to have my DVR working in overdrive. :) Are there any returning shows that you are anticipating to see? What about any new shows that you might want to see?

Coming Soon......Fall!!

Fall is my favorite season of the year. I love the way the earth transforms into such beautiful colors....red...orange....golden yellow....and brown. These are a great combination of colors. Here are a few things (in no particular order) I am looking forward to this fall season; Or should I say just about every year during fall.

Trees!!

Leaves on the ground!!

Fall Produce which make great fall food.
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Pumpkin Patch!!
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The fair!!  (Smoked Turkey Wings here I come!)
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Who can forget about Fall Festivals Galore!! I love it....Love it....LOVE IT!!


These are a few of my favorite things about Fall!! Fall will officially be here on Saturday, September 22nd. So what do you look forward to in autumn? Traditions?

Back to School Websites for Parents

For most parents, getting your children ready for the first day of school can be a bit stressful. I have 3 children in school. Ketirah, age 9, is in elementary; Michael, age 13, middle school; and Jonathan, age 16 (YIKES!), is in high school. (We interrupt this post to tell to please pray for Toia's sanity. She has two teenaged boys in her house.) It can be a bit overwhelming for me.


I cames across six websites that offer great tips for parents from saving money on school supplies to fashion tips. I am not affliliated with any of these websites listed below. I just think they give parents great information and tips on how to make sure your child is prepared for the new school year.  So, check them out.

Parenting.com - 10 Back to school shopping tips to help you save money.


FamilyFun.com - offers 25 tips for a better schoo year.


SchoolFamily.com - Ready, Set, Back-to-School


Sheknows.com - Back-to-School Tricks From Everyday Moms


ParentFurther.com - 10 Back-to-School for Parents of Preschoolers

FamilyEducation.com - Back-to-School Information and tips

If you came across a website that has great back-to-school advice and tips for parents, please share.  So, let's take advantage of every opportunity that presents itself to make sure that our children are ready for the first day of school. :)