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From Egg Farms to Airports to Mountains

September 27, 2010 By Jen 4 Comments

We are finally home. Last week consisted of traveling from Raleigh, to Atlanta, to Tampa, to Atlanta, to Raleigh, to Asheville (Type A Mom Conference) and then HOME! What a busy week it was but it was so very interesting indeed. There will be more to come this week but I have a questions?

At the egg farm in Tampa this past week, I was shown two different egg farms. Don’t I just look so cute in my new attire?

Which does your family use before I go into details in a later Blog Post?

Caged Egg Farm

Cage Free Egg Farm

It is very eye opening the differences in which like I said will go in further details this week.

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Using a Scarf as a Belt

September 8, 2010 By Jen 6 Comments

One of my goals this year was to be more fashionable with my clothes. My wonderful hubby was a bit over my lounge wear that I would always wear around the house. I actually was a bit over the old frumpy clothes as well. Now, I love to get all dressed up even if I have no place to go.

During BlogHer this year, I was turned on to a very cute and stylish technique but yet it is so easy to do. Now, everyone knows that scarves are such a hot item all year around these days and now here is just one more way that you can incorporate the scarf into your daily wardrobe.

Big thank you to Carolina Mama for turning me onto this cute style. I am loving it. As you can see here in this picture, Carolina Mama was getting interviewed by Yahoo! and it clicked to me on how she was wearing her scarf as a belt. Is this not just the coolest idea?

So now, I am hooked. It is so easy to tie it too. All you have to do is take the scarf and wrap it around your waist. I then take the scarf and tie it in a knot on the side of my waist. On the opposite side of my waist, I will widen the scarf to fit properly over my waist. Here I am on two separate occasions over the last two weeks. Just look how it can turn a dull outfit into such a fashionable style!

What do you think? The new style of the season! I will definitely be using my scarves more as a belt this upcoming fall season.

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Olive Oil Kills Lice

September 8, 2010 By Jen 6 Comments

That is right my friends, Olive Oil does indeed get ride of lice. I wish I could say that I did not have to experience this firsthand, but a few weeks ago, we indeed did have lice invade the girls and my hair. Oh my, my head is already itching again just thinking about it. I totally was freaked out about this and the first thing I did was email my partner in crime over at BabyCenter Dina. She brought me back down to my senses and told me not to be embarrassed, it just happens.

I immediately went out to the grocery store and bought RID. I did not one, not two, but three treatments on our hair and I was STILL finding nits in our hair. I was really over lice at this moment. A good friend back in my hometown Boone, NC had called me to check on the girls and I to see how we were liking our new home and I spilled the beans to her. She said Jen, RID does not work. You have to try Olive Oil. That is what worked for us. You are kidding me right? I just went and spent almost $100.00 on a product that does not work!

I immediately went to the store at 9:30 that night and bought bottles of olive oil (only needed 1 but you know) and 3 shower caps. I drenched the girls and my hair all over with olive oil and made sure our scalps were really saturated in the olive oil. Then I adored our pretty heads with the pink shower caps and we went to bed. Woke up the next morning and washed all our hair out with dish detergent and then regular shampoo. We not only had soft smooth hair but also there were no nits or lice to be found. Ever since that night, we have not been bothered either. I cannot believe I put all those awful chemicals on our head and still had remnants of lice and then one night of olive oil soaking in our heads all night and all the remnants are GONE!

So there you have it… do not use RID or any of those other awful chemicals on your head. Just get some olive oil and a shower cap and you can say goodbye forever to the lice that are so not welcomed in your home or your personal bubble of your head.

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They Are Going Wild For Pillsbury Crescent Rolls

September 8, 2010 By Jen 1 Comment

As you know, I revealed last week around this time that I was a finalist in the Pillsbury Crescent Wow Contest! My friends and family began sending me tweets and facebook messages congratulating me. Also, they were so excited to try the easy recipe. This is the thing friends, I love to cook, as everyone pretty much knows that, but I love to keep my recipes easy. As moms, we do not have a lot of time in the kitchen. That doesn’t mean the delicious factor has to go out the window just because you don’t have enough hours in the day to cook this huge gourmet meal. My chicken pot pie is so easy to make and so delicious that it will leave you grabbing for the spoon once again for more.

Do not just believe my own words, hear what others are saying. Here are some of the screenshots of what my friends and family are saying.

I love seeing all these comments and knowing that others are really enjoying this delicious southern comfort food. What are you waiting for? Go ahead and try it out for yourself. Then go vote for me to become the top Pillsbury Crescent Cook and you could win $5,000 to boot. Not a bad walk away prize right? Good Luck and thank you all for your support, posts, emails and votes. It all means so much to me!

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Vaccinations Are Not Required

August 5, 2010 By Jen 3 Comments

I have a hero in the blogging world. Her name happens to be Stephanie over at Adventures in Babywearing. As you all know, L has had lots of medical issues during her whole life. We are working through all the issues. One of the things that has always weighed heavily on my mind is vaccinations. L only received her vaccinations her first year of life. Then when all her medical issues started escalating and I begin doing more and more research, my husband and I made the decision to hold off on the vaccinations for her. I knew we had a few years till she had to start school so I would just deal with it later.

Well as you know time and life comes at you fast. L is ready to begin kindergarten. How can this be true? I began worrying on what we would do with the vaccinations requirement for school entry then I stumbled across this informational blog post from Stephanie. She totally answered my questions and made me realize that I could stand up for my child and not make L do the vaccinations to just attend school.

We enrolled her in school Monday and everything went so smoothly and the staff at the school didn’t even bat an eye about the girls’ vaccinations report. Now, I do want to say that I am not saying for you to not get your kids vaccinated. All I am saying is to please read Stephanie’s post and get educated about the whole vaccination situation. You are your child’s voice and we do still have rights here in the USA.

My husband and I both feel we have made the right choice for our girls and I hope the same when you are making the decision about your children.

Thank you Steph for being my saving grace during this time!

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I Am Off On A Jet Plane to NYC

August 4, 2010 By Jen 1 Comment

The time has come for the yearly BlogHer conference. This year it is in NYC. I am very excited to connect with everyone once again and see my partner in crime at BabyCenter.

I will be proudly wearing my Santa Hat at the Hallmark Christmas in August party Friday night so just smile and wave if you see me . I so love Christmas so to be able to celebrate a few months earlier is just an awesome treat.

I plan to take in lots of sights and sounds of NYC on Sunday since the conference will be officially over and I don’t fly out till Sunday night. I am hoping to stay busy the whole time because I know that I will be missing my girls and hubby like crazy. It was just the cutest tonight at dinner. We were saying our prayers and it was the girls turn to do their prayers. Both of the girls prayed for my safety to and from NYC and that they were going to miss mommy so much. Yes, tears were forming in my eyes as they were praying. I love those precious girls so much. I so can’t wait to see them at the airport when I touch down with all their goodies.

Here’s to all the fun times… I will definitely be reporting back with a full review of the conference with lots of pictures and stories. In the meantime, make sure to follow me on Twitter during my journey @OneMomsWorld.

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Summer Fun Activities for Your Kids

June 14, 2010 By Jen 5 Comments

Ring Ring… School bell just rang for the final time of the school year. The kids come running and mommy goes running the opposite direction. Kidding…

Here at the One Moms World household there were lots of high fives and lots of big smiles. We are ready to take summer on full blast. One of the big things is that TV and electronics will be limited. Hey, I am a huge tech geek so I am all for the girls loving technology but I just do not want the summer swept away with all the time focused on technology. Just as I did last year, I have compiled a list of ideas to keep kids from turning to TV and electronics all day. Also, it will help keep the “Mom, I am bored” comments away!

1. Kids Bowl Free – Children are able to play 2 games of bowling a day at participating bowling centers all across the U.S. You will need to pick one location that you want to bowl at all summer long. You cannot change locations throughout the summer. Adults are given the opportunity to purchase an adult family pass for $24.95 that includes two bowling games a day.

2. Free Family Movie Time – Regal Cinemas are holding a summer movie time for kids and parents at participating movie theaters on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am. The movies are different from location to location so be sure to check the movie line-up on the website.

3. Free Park Days at U.S. National Parks – Mark your calendars for certain days this summer, there will be no fee charged on National Parks that usually charge entry fees.

4. Free Apple Technology Camp for Kids – Different Apple retail locations across the U.S. are allowing children ages 8 to 12 to come in for a free filmmaker camp. After 3 days at camp, the kids will debut their masterpieces.

5. Summer Reading Programs – All local libraries and even Barnes and Noble are holding summer reading programs to keep the kids excited about reading all through summer. Our local library is actually offering prizes and several fun day events for the kids.

6. 4-H Camps – Check your local 4-H Camp for a full summer schedule. They offer camps from anywhere from $3.00 to $15.00 for 3 hour fun events for the kids. They will learn things from cooking, gardening to technology.

7. Summer Bridge Activities – This is a cool and educational tool that my girls have enjoyed for 2 years now. It is simple 15 minutes a day activity that will get kids ready for the next school year.

8. Vacation Bible School – Are you a VBS junkie? It is ok to admit it . Vacation Bible School is so much for for all kids and several different churches hold them throughout the summer either during the day or night. Check your local newspaper for dates and details.

9. Swimming – Swimming is so much fun and really lets kids release all the excess energy they need to. Most county recreation departments will offer summer family pass so the whole family can swim all summer for really cheap.

10. Craft Time – I have two huge bins filled with all kinds of craft and art supplies. Each morning we will have craft time and they girls get to use their imagination to create a new craft for our family billboard in the hall. Kids can make books, cards, artwork for Grandma and Grandma and etc. The list is endless.

Just have fun. That is what summer is all about. Get out and explore your area and you will be amazed at how much you can find outside the walls of your house. Here is to a great summer to everyone! :::CHEERS:::

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Brag From The Heart

June 9, 2010 By Jen 6 Comments

It is not everyday that a mom brags on herself right? I’m not sure if moms should boast, but it does make us feel good inside so I think all moms should!

As many of you all know, over the last year I have been a full-time college student in the Computers Information Technology program. Mom + Technology = Geek Mom. It’s ok, I will wear the title proudly HAHA!

On to the brag Jen….

I received a letter in the mail yesterday from the college. My fingers hurriedly and ripped it open to see what they possibly had to tell me during my summer break.

Dear Jennifer:

Being named to the President’s List means that a student has earned a 4.0 grade point average on a full-time course load during the most recent semester of enrollment. The President’s List is the highest academic honor bestowed on students prior to graduation.

I am very pleased to advise you that you have been included on the President’s List for spring semester. This distinction will be permanently noted on your transcript.

The entire college family joins me in commending you for having attained this honor. We wish the best for you as you continue your studies.

My heart swelled, my face lit up, and I yelled immediately for my husband to come and see this must-read. He smiled, and just looked into my eyes. He knew I was pretty stoked to get this letter and his arms gently wrapped around mine with the biggest hug. I knew right then, my husband was just as proud as I was.

Now that is a brag from the heart!

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A Mother’s Day Tea That Left Me In Tears

May 23, 2010 By Jen 2 Comments

The Friday before Mother’s Day, I was having lots of pain (it was just a few short hours after the Tea I was hospitalized) but I knew I had to put my big girl pants on and but that smile on for my oldest daughter M. She had talked about this day for weeks and there was no way I was missing it. She was so happy when I walked through those doors, her graceful walk come to meet me with a beautiful flower she had made.

I captured some artsy pictures and video to put together a little web show for you. I tried so hard to take a picture of the power point presentation that M helped put together, but once it showed mine and M’s picture, the tears would not stop flowing so I couldn’t capture a picture. I did put it together in Photoshop of what it looked like on screen.

See why I had tears? I love her so much. Take a peek into the Mother’s Day Tea and see why this Day will forever be engraved into my mind.

I love being a MOM!

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Just Call Me Computer School Geek Diva

May 6, 2010 By Jen 8 Comments

I did it. What did I do you say? I finished my year at college. As you may remember, I started back to college last fall. My grandma stayed on me for the last few years to go back and finish, she was my main motivator. I so kept seeing her face in my head of how she would be grinning from ear to ear as I walked across the stage to receive my diploma. Only she is not here now , but I do know she was shining down on me as I learned that I have finished both semesters with a 4.0 GPA. Grandma I did it… aren’t you so proud?

It has been a difficult past year of trying to juggle everything and I am so looking forward to a break and getting caught back up with everything. The house has really suffered over the last year and I am pretty stoked to go through and everything organized again.

I am so happy that my girls are seeing me doing this and showing the great example that schooling does pay off.

Now let the summer begin and the blog posts start forthcoming on a regular basis now. I know you all missed me right?