they really have no business

          How many times have you been out, and observed people with their children, and thought "those people have no business being parents!" Now as you all know i am the mother of 2 wonderful (when they want to be) children. I would never call myself the perfect parent because as we all know theirs no such thing. I will say this, I have done my best to instill certin values and standerds for my children to live by.
        There is no guide book to being a good parent, and I'll be the first to tell you it's far from easy. Kids are going to do what they want, but it's our job as parents to direct them twords the right choices and behavior.
        Having a child is a responsability that should not be entered into lightly. It is a choice, and should be given proper concideration. Children are a blessing. My life began the day they my Rianna came into it, and Nathanial just sealed the deal, but that's me.  

Word of the day: Decision- the POWER or opportunity of choosing

My Top 5 to keep clean

#1. Bleach: Those who know me, know that I am a freak for bleach. For me bleach = clean, and you can use it on pretty much everything!

#2. Mr. Cleans Magic Eraser: I don't know how they work, I just know they work! They are formulated for the kitchen and bathroom. They are amazing in the bathtub!

#3. Pine Sol: There is no way to describe the smell of pine sol in a hot bucket of water. . . its just plain amazing!

#4. Degreaser: My husband is a do it yourself kinda guy. He's also an electrician. So you can imagine his messes. Not to mention this with the bleach and pins sol are a dream team!

#5. Paper Towels: The paper towel is taken for granted. In my house it's like currency. A regular size pack of napkins will last us a year but we buy paper towels in bulk!

        And there you have it people, my top 5 to keep clean. Give at least 1 thing on this list a try and watch it change your life!

oh no she didnt

        For those of you who don't know my daughter Rianna is in the 1st grade this year. She was super excited all summer although she did have her concerns. The first day of school came and went like a breeze. She had a great day. I got to meet her teacher, a really nice lady who ain't bout the bull shit to be plainly honest.. . . but i digress. I went 2 the school 2 pick her up. I pull up 2 the parent pick up and here she comes with her usual smile teacher in hand. Rianna jumps in the back seat & I get ready to pull off stopping as I notice her teacher is sticking her head in the window. The conversation went like this.
Teacher: Hello Mrs. Brown how are you?
Me: Good & yourself.
Teacher: Good thanks. I just wanted to let you know that today I had to move Rianna's desk for the second time. I did it once last week without contacting you to give her a chance to correct the issue but she continued so I had move her again & let you know.
Me:O.k well what is she doing?
Teacher: She's talking way to much.

Now believe it or not I was totally surprised. This is the kid who was the student of the month 3 times last year, & when she wasn't doing that she was the teachers aid & all the other jobs that requires good class behavior.
My question to all of you is this. What would a proper punishment be for a 6yr old first grader who can't seem 2 keep her mouth closed? I can't wait 2 hear what you think :)

taking the time

        Hello again everyone. I've been going through some thing's these last few weeks that have,against all attempts, kept me from my daily blog. I started this page as a way to express my feeling's. Not about anything particular or even important, just to express. People really underestimate the power of writing. Putting your thoughts on paper is the best way to say all the thing's your mamas up bringing wont let u. You can choose to show your final thoughts or keep them to yourself, but just the knowledge that their no longer being held hostage in your head sometimes is enough.
        At this time I would like to pledge that no matter what is going on in everyone else's life, i will not put myself, my wants, or my needs to the side. I will make my feelings and needs matter.


p.s) we'll see how long this lasts!  lol

cakes and colors, and fabric oh my!

      Oh how I've missed writting my daily post's. For the last couple of day's I have been helping a friend get started on her wedding plans. Not having had a traditional wedding myself, I didnt have the slightest idea what I was getting myself into.
        The blessed event has been set for sometime in June of next year. I thought that was plenty of time to start planning, but according to the bridal websites we're a few months behind. . . . go figure. On the bright side she's planning a small wedding so we'll make it. There's just so much 2 concider between the colors, location, guest list (thats the big 1).
        I've heard many people say " I'd never spend all that money to have a big wedding. Most of those people end up divorced anyway." What do you guys think. Big wedding or small wedding, or no wedding at all?

Hold that thought I'm getting a text

        From the time we wake up to the time we fall asleep, our lives are linked to some kind of moblie device. We're all guilty of it, may it be the cell phone, laptop, IPod, IPad, and all the other I's. There was a time when the only machine we depended on was a car. A time when staying connected meant spending time with someone often. Now and days we text someone to tell them to check their email to tell them we're gonna call. . . . anyone else see a problem with that? 
      We as 21st century people have relinquished control of our personal lives. I challenge you all to put your phones on slient for an evening. Go out to dinner with a friend and don't answer a call. Take your kids to the park & use that time to get to know your kids not to answer emails. it's not easy believe me I know, but it can be done.

word of the day- personal: of relating to or affecting a person

Be honest

        Today wraps up my first week of blogging. I hope you guy's have enjoyed reading it as much as I've loved writting it. I've got so many topic ideas running through my head I'm still trying to make sence of it all. I didn't have any expectations when I started writting this and to be honest I still don't but I'm lovin it none the less. I look forward to the future of this blog and I hope you do too! Thank's for reading =)