Not Me! Monday

Disclaimer:
In case you are unfamiliar with Not Me! Monday, and to avoid any misunderstandings of the following, please know that everything below that I "did not do" was, if fact, done by me. You see, Not Me! Monday was born out of a desire to admit some of our imperfections and reveal a few moments we'd rather forget. Thanks for understanding.

This past week I did not resort to sounding just like my mother by responding to Emahry's constant questioning of "why?" by telling her, "because I said so." I would never say that, no not me!

I also did not browse the Internet for natural ways to induce labor because I am so ready to have this baby. I would never do that, not me. I am way too patient and believe too much in my body's own timing to try to hurry along the inevitable.

Finally, I did not stay in bed almost an extra hour this morning and let Tim make and feed the kids breakfast before he had to go and do school work all day long. No, not me, I'm way too thoughtful and value my husband's time too much to let him do that.

Head over to MckMama's Not Me! Monday to see what everyone else has not been doing this past week.

Before you go, why don't you leave me a comment letting me know I'm not alone when it comes to having faults as a wife and mom. Thanks!

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Wonderful Children's Book Giveaway

Kristin, from Bits and Pieces from My Life, is giving away a hardback copy of Charles Dickens and Friends by Marcia Williams.

This book is written in comic-book style with sepia-toned illustations and features five Dickens' classics: Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield, and A Christmas Carol.

It's recommended for elementary-aged children.

I almost hate to tell you about this giveaway because I really want to win, but I also want to encourage Kristin for all the hard work she does and the godly example she is to so many.

If you stop by to enter, please spend a few minutes browsing through her blog. It would be exceptionally nice if you commented on some other posts :)

Also, be sure to enter our Celebrate with Joy book giveaway. This is the perfect time to reflect on this past Christmas and begin planning changes for this coming year. Sondra's ideas are sure to help you prepare for a more Christ centered celebration.

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Gourmet Drizzle Popcorn ~ A Valentine's Day Treat

From the Archives:

I thought with Valentine's Day quickly approaching, that this would be the perfect time to share this wonderful recipe with you again.

You could even make this delicious popcorn more festive by experimenting with red and pink candies, sprinkles, etc.

If you've ever been fortunate enough to try Dale and Thomas' Drizzlecorn than you know how delicious it is. We normally are given some around the holidays, but go without the rest of the year because it is so expensive.

Well, for Valentine's Day, I decided to make Tim some peanut butter, white chocolate, toffee drizzle popcorn. It was a huge success! We've actually made it a couple of times since and it never lasts very long :)

Gourmet Drizzle Popcorn is so easy to make and is very easy to customize according to your favorite flavors.

Here are just a few examples to get your ideas flowing and your mouth watering:

Chocolate Praline (melted chocolate chips, crushed candied pecans),

White Chocolate Almond (melted white chocolate, slivered or chopped almonds),

Double Peanut Butter Crunch (melted peanut butter chips, crushed or chopped peanuts),

Heath Bar (melted chocolate chips, toffee bits),

Double Chocolate Delight (melted dark chocolate chips, melted milk chocolate chips),

Chocolate Butterscotch (melted chocolate chips, melted butterscotch chips),

Night and Day (melted dark chocolate chips, melted white chocolate chips),

Marvelous Mint (melted Andes mints),

Caramel Pecan (melted caramel, chopped pecans)

Here's our recipe for Gourmet Drizzle Popcorn.

We love this popcorn. In fact, this is what our batch of drizzle popcorn normally looks like by the time it's ready to be stored. :)

Contributed to: Finer Things Friday, Frugal Friday

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Free Diapers for a Year

I know many of our readers would love to win a year's supply of free diapers. Simply join Pampers.com and enter for your chance to win FREE diapers for a year on Pampers Village. You can also opt to receive offers, coupon, and samples.

Membership is free and you can also take advantage of Pamper's Gifts to Grow Rewards program and earn points towards educational toys, books and more with every Pampers diaper, pants, and wipes purchase you make.

Click HERE to sign up for your chance to win a year's supply of Pampers and all the other Pampers benefits.

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Monkeying Around

Emahry has a new thing for monkeys. She talks (in length) about every monkey she sees, whether it's in a picture, on a shirt, or adorning a bag.

So, she was very excited when these pink monkey PJs arrived in the mail from Papa & Meme.

In the pictures, she's trying to count all the monkeys. Oh, and she also wanted to show Meme a picture of her braids :)

Does your child have a favorite animal or theme that they go crazy for? We'd love to hear abour it, just leave us a comment.

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Treble Baby Winner

Congratulations, Desiree! You've won an AIO diaper or other baby item from Treble Baby. (Please check your email for a note from us shortly.)

Thank you to everyone who participated!

Be sure to check out Treble Baby's shop for wonderful handmade items for babies and children.

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Londonware Fleece Diaper Cover or Reusable Snack Bag Winner

Congratulations, SCMOMOF2BOYS, you've won the fleece diaper cover or reusable snack bag of your choice from Londonware. (Check your email for a note from us shortly.)

Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway!

Be sure to check out all the wonderful items for babies and children at Londonware.

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