My scent was built on the the concept of meshing conflicting elements together to create something entirely new and original inspiring scent that “works”.

First stop by Twitter Moms and then meander over to Downy to create your custom scent! (but before you do, vote for me!)

I received my very first blog award. I have received the “Best Blog Award” from “NW Money Savin’ Mama“!

Rules are:
To accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award and his/her blog link. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you have recently discovered and think are great! Remember to contact the bloggers you’ve awarded to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Drum roll please….
Confessions of a Psychotic Housewife
Girl Get Strong
Green Earth Journey
Jenn Cooks
Lipgloss Break
Little Miss Heirlooms
Mother 2 Mother
My Wee View
Nerd Like
Pays To Live Green
Reviewin’ It Up
Sweet Greens
Three Different Directions
tout est des roses
what’s cooking at DD

love youSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 8:27 PM, Miss N. wrote:

NO MATTER WAT U ARE MY MOM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 8:21 PM, Miss N. wrote:

who knew u where a cuddle bug!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 8:18 PM,Miss N. wrote:

Dear mommy ily to.

On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 3:45 PM, Mary Beth wrote:

Hi N. ! I love you

Campus Quilt Company is an organization that is dedicated to creating memorable keepsakes for people. When the company contacted me about doing a review, I immediately said “Yes!“. I have seen these quilts in magazines and on reviews from other bloggers ; I think these quilts are a unique, thoughtful and wonderful way to preserve memories.

I requested to have a “Wee Quilt” made out of my girls old baby clothes. I carefully went through the girl’s old clothes and selected some favorite rompers, dresses, and accessories from their layette. I carefully shipped the items back in the bag provided and anxiously awaited my quilt.

Campus Quilt Company was very good about calling me through the process. They called if they had any questions regarding placements of the clothing, the background, sashing, etc. I admit that the first time I sent in the clothing, I did not send enough items in. The company rep quickly called me, I mailed some additional items in and my quilt was done very quickly. I could not be more impressed with the service I received or the quality of the quilt. All of my interactions with Campus Quilt Company have been excellent. How many times can you say that about a business?

My picture does not do this quilt justice! My quilt is absolutely gorgeous – My girls, husband and parents loved it. The quality was superb – the placement of the clothes was perfect, the loop quilting was precise and the sashing and background were pieced together perfectly. Here are better pictures and examples of the other items Campus Quilt has made. I am not the only satisfied customer! Check HERE for CampusQuilts.com comments and praise.

Buy it!
With items starting as little as $95 this is an excellent gift. Who would a campus quilt be good for?
- college graduates - a T-shirt quilt or T-shirt Pillow make great a commemorative gift for those wanting to relive their college years!
- parents - kids grow so fast; preserve your memories with a wee quilt.
- those who have lost a loved one – what a lovely tribute to those we have lost. In addition to T-shirts and baby clothes, the Campus Quilt Company can also make quilts out of ties, old clothes, sports jerseys, etc.

Here are their 5 main reasons for selecting a Campus Quilt!

Win it!
CampusQuilt.com has generously offered one lucky Blogmania reader a $150 gift card!

* One main entry per person / email address.
* Giveaway starts Sunday 11/01/2009 and ends Monday 11/30/2009 at 11:59pm EST
* Winner will be selected via random.org
* Campus Quilt Company is responsible for prize fulfilment.

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BigUniverse.com is an innovative literacy website for K-8 students. “This anytime-anywhere site delivers curriculum and tools for learning, assessment, reading and writing development, using a vast library of online books”.

BigUniverse.com has a three-pronged approach: reading, creating and sharing online children’s books. I was very fortunate to be able to review BigUniverse.com. Miss N,. Miss E. and I all took turns navigating the sites. There were several different areas and features to review.

My favorite area was the ability to “check out” publisher books – both fiction and non fiction. With a premium membershop you simply add these to your bookshelf to read. You can search by age, interest, and/or category, etc..

• Take online quizzes, get instant scores and view assessment reports by classroom or students.
• Automatically maintain a reading log.
• There are over 1000 books online; preview samples now.

On my bookshelf (just a sampling of the many titles available):
Fiona’s Luck – a book about how the Irish regained their luck from the leprachauns.
All I see is Part of Me - A new age book about how we are one with the universe – connected to the life, objects and phenomena around us.
The Beatles Graphic Biography – Who says history can’t be fun?
Is a Worry Worrying You? – For the worry wart in all of us.
Using Money on a Shopping Trip- Teach your kids about handling money with responsibility.

BigUniverse is like having a library in your own home! There are countless books created by members. Members can also share and recommend books to others. Miss N and Miss E loved the ability to create, publish and share books with others. Miss N. created a book titled “The Bug Fight”. If you or your child really love a book, click on the link to “buy” and be taken to the publisher site to own your own hard copy!

Current Stats as of today (11/01/2009):

• 16070 members
• 7497 books in bookshelves
• 9125 books created
• 675 books shared
• 1169 books recommended
• 1253 friend connections

Who is Big Universe good for:
Big Universe is a great resource for parents and students – some ideas…..
- children who are home schooled
- children who love reading, games, the computer and learning new things
- parents who want to share the love of reading and creating with their children
- parents who want to find a safe place for their children to network online
- educators / schools

There are different pricing plans to meet different needs and different budgets see HERE for different packages and pricing options.

Check out BigUniverse.com! Have fun exploring the site and make sure to share with your kids!

C. Petzen – Congrats! Please check your email.

Miss E. and Miss N.

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