The terrible two's strike again....

What happened to my cherub faced, happy-go-lucky little angel!? It seems as if, overnight, he has been pocessed by a ranting, raving, blubbering, screaming crazy person. Crying for no apparent reason. Screaming at his little 11 month old baby brother ( he dared to touch his chair!) Biting, just being generally unpleasant. I think it's payback because my oldest two never went through the TT's. Oh my!!! I still have one more child to go!!!! Please, excuse me while I sob...

First off, these are "MY" views on marriage. I am not a professional, but I have been married twice. The first, failed miserably. I learned from my mistakes, applied my new found knowledge to my marriage, now. To me, the MOST important thing is...communication. Attraction is nice, common interests... Sure, why not! Honesty, yep, you have to be. If you do not communicate with your partner than those other things mean nothing. For the longest time I thought that honesty was the key to a happy and healthy marriage. While being honest with your partner is important being able to talk to them is the most important thing. When I say "communicate" I do not mean let your feelings fester inside until they boil over, resulting in a argument. When you get mad talk about it. If your partner does something that upsets you, say so. If you want something, tell them. I am not saying that their will not be arguments, I would be lying if I said that. You will argue. ALL couples argue, it's inevitable, like taxes,lol. You argue, you make up, life goes on. Just learn to talk to each other, face to face! Not through text or PM.

Having similar interests is awesome. Having different interests is also awesome. It is important to have a life outside of marriage. it sounds weird so let me explain. Being together is wonderful, being joined at the hip 24/7, not so much. It is essential to have your friends, your hobbies and your passions, as well as for your partner to have theirs. Have a girls night, join a book club, go out for a drink. Make time for you. Each of you has to be happy in yourself before you can be happy in a marriage.

Life can be hectic, it can (and will) kick your butt. Always set aside time each week to spend quality time with each other. Date nights are essential (and fun). Turn off your devices (phones etc.) crack open a bottle of wine cook dinner together and reconnect. Talk, laugh, and remember what made you fall in love with each other. You get out of marriage what you put into it. It is an investment into your future, and it is wonderfully awesome!

The Holidays are among us, it is my favorite time of the year. The one thing that really makes the season magical for me is decorating my home for the Holidays. It can be a daunting and expensive task, it does not have to be though. I have some tips to make your Holiday magical without making your wallet say "Bah-Humbug". My best tip, utilize things that you already have. Wine glasses make festive candle holders

Just add some add some glittery tree decorations, turn upside down (carefully) and add a candle. If you are feeling especially crafty you could coat the outside of the glass with Elmer's glue and sprinkle gold or green glitter all over the glass. You will not be able to drink out of the glasses later (if covered in glitter). The glasses can be found at your local dollar store, it's a mom's best friend! Another cute idea is peppermints, just fill the glasses and top with a piece of cardboard, turn them over onto the table and slowly pull out the cardboard. One of my personal favorites is glass vases. You can fill them with just about anything.

Here they are filled with assorted tree decorations but you can also use cranberries, peppermints or candy canes. Yard sales are also a great way to find wallet friendly decorations, as well as thrift shops.

Make some precious memories with your kids and let them craft some one-of-a-kind ornaments. The older children can string cranberries and popcorn for a fast, festive and  affordable tree decoration.The younger children are sure to love making these handprint Reindeers.

Trace their handprints onto a piece of brown construction paper and cut out the hands. Let the kids decorate with pipe cleaners, wiggly eyes, glitter and ribbons. Another fun Holiday craft are these pipe cleaner trees. With only three supplies it is quick and easy.

Simply shape green pipe cleaner into a tree shape and thread on plastic beads you can top it with a shiny silver or gold star. No matter how you choose to decorate have fun! it is about making memories that will last a lifetime.

Kozy Shack Indulgent Recipe pudding

I always thought of Kozy Shack as the makers of rice and tapioca puddings. I never put Kozy Shack and rich, decadent chocolate pudding in the same sentence. Boy, have they upped the pudding game. I love pudding, you probably do too. Who doesn't love pudding? Crazy people, that's who! Kozy Shack has come out with three crazily indulgent pudding flavors. Chocolate, salted caramel and vanilla bean. I have tried all three and absolutely can not pick my favorite. They are rich, creamy, thick and so decadent. Made with simple ingredients and come in the perfect snack or dessert size portion. I got creative and made these cute little mini Halloween trifles with the salted caramel puddding They were so simple easy to make. Just layer chocolate brownies, I used the mini brownies from my local grocer, and pudding that's it. Decorate with some Halloween inspired sprinkles and you have a cute little treat. their is no wrong way to enjoy Kozy Shack Indulgent recipe pudding. ***This is a sponsored post***

Apple & Eve Organics

First, let me just say that I am not a big fan of juice. I suppose that I find it to sweet for my taste. My kids on the other hand can and would (if allowed) drink an entire container of juice in one day. That is why I was so impressed with this brand. Less sugar than most juices but still tasted good. My son Bronx is picky beyond belief and he loved the juice boxes. I tasted all three of the juice boxes and (to me) they seemed watered down a bit. My kids loved them though, that is what matters. I did however LOVE the orange pineapple juice. The juice boxes would make the perfect addition to lunch boxes. They are USDA organic and have no added sugars. 

***I recieved these products for testing purposes***

Part one...

Well I simply must start off the mommy chronicles with what happened today.So I was sitting on our bed feeding Lennon and Frank (my husband) was changing Bronx (YES!!! men do change diapers).Bronx had pooped...(TMI) well I guess he left the dirty diaper a little to close to Bronx,because he grabs it and flings it...which promptly covers him in poop...Just had to share that with ya. So yesterday,wow...I had to go to the little girls room,BAD,but everytime I even attempted to put Lennon down he would wail...what to do?I hauled Lennon and his car seat to the bathroom.I did my business.and that was that.That little adventure got mt to thinking about an episode of Snooki and Jwoww (don't judge). Jwoww had just had her baby and she calls Snooki to ask her when and if she ever got to shower.Snooki is like "no"...why not? It is totally doable.First you must remember,gone are the days of just jumping in the shower whenever you wanted.You must schedule (yes schedule) your bath time around your baby.Pick a time when he or she is most content like right after a good feeding and diaper change.Haul your baby swing or bouncer into the bathroom and insert happy, content (hopefully napping) baby. Get a quick shower all the while your little angel is within arms reach.Yes I have done this...It works!