Saucy & Bossy

summer

2009-08-25T21:50:00.009-04:00

I can't believe summer is almost over for another year.

I'm totally envious of our blog friends who live in Arizona and California...especially in December. Our summer here has been very, VERY rainy and not very "summery" at all until August. This month has finally brought us some hot weather...over 100 degrees many days and we've been trying to cram in as much pool time as possible.

Katie is 20 months now and it's hard to keep her out of the water. She would spend her whole day playing in sprinklers and splashing around in the "big pool" if we let her. She's sporting a cute little tan, even though I slather her with SPF 60 all day long.

I just looked out the window and Chris is cleaning the pool as we speak (I write?). We have an unusually big yard (for being so close to the city center) which we love. We have a half dozen 50 year old maple and birch trees surrounding the pool. They're amazing and we love them, but what a MESS in the pool. I swear we could clean it every 2 hours through the spring, summer and fall. That job belongs to Chris, so I shouldn't really complain. So I won't.

I Never Grew Up - New Baby Giveaway

2009-04-04T22:22:00.006-04:00

I Never Grew Up is giving away an amazing kit from Bitty Basics!

The set includes:

one nursing cover
a diapers/wipes case
a mini bib (infant size)
burp cloth
small baby bracelet (0-6 months)
two binky clips- one for girl and one for boy.

It is all in matching blue damask print- perfect for either boy or girl! This makes the ultimate baby gift!

Now What Baby - GIVEAWAY!!!

2009-04-03T13:23:00.001-04:00

Now What Baby is giving away a Welcome Little One $150 package!

You can win an amazing prize pack valued at $150! Included inside this gift set are the following items:

2 Baby Outfits from Sandra’s line “Messages from the Heart”
1 copy of Welcome, Little One
1 copy of Peek-a-boo, I Love You
1 copy of Baby Love
1 copy of My Blanket
1 copy of Little Blossom
1 copy of Goodnight, Little One
1 copy of Butterfly Kisses
1 copy of Love Bug
1 copy of Bedtime Bunny
1 copy of Little Angel

All American Mommy GIVEAWAY - Logitech WiLife Home Security System

2009-04-01T23:07:00.001-04:00

All American Mommy is giving away a Logitech WiLife Home Security System!

Ohhh...I'd LOVE this one!

We've had our cars broken into a few times now. I would LOVE to catch the person doing it. I'm pretty sure it is someone who lived close by. Sigh.

"The Logitech Indoor Video Security Master System is a revolutionary video security system available at a fraction of the cost of other systems. It's all plug and play--installation takes 15 minutes."

The Outdoor Camera is weatherproof and waterproof, ensuring year-round use even in harsh conditions.

Easy to use command center software
Email and cell phone alerts
Flexible mounting
No network required
Remote viewing by PC and phone or PDA

Giggles!

2009-03-26T22:39:00.001-04:00

Almost every night when Katie starts

to get tired, she gets the giggles.

Smile!

5 Minutes for Mom's Ultimate Blog Party

2009-03-26T22:32:00.002-04:00

5 Minutes for Mom is having an Ultimate Blog Party this week from March 20th - 27th and everyone is invited!!

Head on over and read the instructions on how to participate. Prizes will be awarded and fun will be had!! I am participating and you can too. Join in the fun here as we celebrate and don't forget to post!!

There are so many cool prizes to be won at this year’s Ultimate Blog Party, but my top picks would be:

INTL 3 — $15 gift certificate to Amazon.com

INTL 25 — $30 gift certificate to Cutest Baby on the Block

INTL 34 — $30 care package of Italian regional delicacies

USC 2 — $50 gift certificate to born2impress

USC 11 — See Kai Run baby/toddler shoes

USC 15 — $20 gift certificate to Amazon.com

USC 26 — 10 $50.00 Gift Vouchers to Hatley

USC 45 — Shoes from Eleven Collection Spring/Summer 09'

USC 46 — Two pair Leg Huggers & a Onzie from Agoo

USC 47 — $25 gift certificate from Amazon.com

USC 66 — $50.00 Gift Certificate Madre Gear

USC 69 — $25 give certificate to LaLa Baby Boutique

And if my top picks are already chosen, I’d love any of the following:

INTL 8 — One Karmin Salon Pro G3 Hair Styling Iron

USC 6 — $50 gift certificate to iseemyface.com

USC 9 — $50 gift certificate to Salon Hive

USC 43 — Golden Dragon Faith Top and Ruffled Capri’s 3T

INTL 30 — $15 eGift Card to amazon.com

Join the fun!!!

Two of a kind, working on a full house GIVEAWAY

2009-03-25T17:48:00.002-04:00

Two of a kind, working on a full house is giveing away a beautiful Bamboo blanket from SHI SHU STYLE!

I LOVE Bamboo clothing and blankets!! I just bought some socks and they are incrdibly soft.

Go and enter!!

I never grew up - Gorgeous necklace Giveaway!

2009-03-25T02:06:00.001-04:00

I never grew up and Cinnamon Sticks is awarding the winner a $35 gift card to this wonderful shop, you can use it towards a more expensive piece OR just pick from the numerous options in that price range.

LOVE her necklaces...so simple...perfect!

The Ultimate Block Party!

2009-03-23T21:43:00.001-04:00

"It has become a tradition in the “momosphere.” It is the perfect event to build your network and have some serious blogging fun, all without stepping away from your machine…

Yes, ladies, it is — The Ultimate Blog Party — the destination for virtual partying.

The blogging life is about relationships — meaningful friendships that grow out of sharing who we are and getting to know one another.

And like real life friendships, online friends need a place to meet and mingle.(Some of my best online friends I met at our past Ultimate Blog Parties.)

So if you want to grow your network, meet new friends or promote your site, get ready for the Ultimate Blog Party 2009!!!"

Click here to join The Ultimate Block Party!

Everything Up Close - Steamboy Contest!

2009-03-22T12:08:00.002-04:00

Everything Up Close is giving away a Reliable Steamboy T1 steam floor mop with 6 microfiber pads and a carpet glider (a $138.30 value).

I would love to stop using ALL chemicals in our house and this would help me get rid of the last of them....floor cleaners.

Win a $25.00 gift card for Created By Mom

2009-03-17T10:13:00.001-04:00

Win a $25.00 gift card for Created By Mom!!

I never grew up is giving her readers this fantastic chance to win. Head on over to enter.

WIN a Flip Mino HD

2009-03-16T11:12:00.000-04:00

"Ryan McLean from Smarter Wealth is giving away a brand new Flip Mino HD to one lucky reader. This will be the easiest Flip Mino HD to win because barely anyone is going to enter meaning more chances that you can win.

The Flip Mino HD is the coolest gadget around. You can shoot one hour of video in HD (so you can play it on your plasma) and you can even edit your footage right on your device. This device is so small that it will fit in your pocket so you will never miss capturing a moment ever again.

To enter all you have to do is sign up for Ryan’s newsletter and post about the competition.

Check out all the details of how you can enter the Win a Flip Mino HDcompetition now."

Bubble Time!!!

2009-03-11T23:09:00.004-04:00

Angela over at...

ANGELA'S ADVENTURES AND MINOR MISHAPS

is having a photo contest. And it's all about BUBBLES!

Here is my sweetie, Katie at about 5 months in the tub. I have this photo in Black & White above our tub! :)

I ACTUALLY meant to post this on our family blog, but I just realized I'm on my other blog. Darn!

Magazine Giveaway!!! from a giveaway a day

2009-03-11T16:23:00.001-04:00

A giveaway a day:

WIN your choice of one of the following magazines with a 1-year subscription!

Allure

Bon Appetit

Brides

Conde' Nast Portfolio

Conde' Nast Traveler

Details

Domino

Glamour

Golf Digest

Gourmet

Lucky

Modern Bride

Self

Teen Vogue

Vanity Fair

Wired

VISIT here to enter!!!

WIN a chic cart cover from chic-covers!!

2009-03-11T00:52:00.001-04:00

WIN a chic cart cover from chic-covers!!

They have some GORGEOUS covers.

I especially LOVE the toddler seat versions.

One luckey reader will win an Evolve Shower Head - Tulip in brushed nickel finish!

2009-03-07T15:20:00.001-05:00

Frugal Mommy is giving away an Evolve Shower Head - Tulip in brushed nickel finish!

LOVE the idea of NOT wasting any more hot water than is neccessary!! I think I'll buy one, even if I don't win.

Barefoot Mommies is giving away TONS of Sally Hansen Nail Polish!

2009-03-07T13:17:00.003-05:00

Head on over to Barefoot Mommies for their Sally Hansen GIVEAWAY!

She is giving away the entire NEW line at Sally Hansen called Insta-Dri nail color.

Perfect for summer! :)

Epson Printer Giveaway!!

2009-03-06T00:57:00.001-05:00

Living life one day at a time is giving away an Epson Printer!!

NICE prizey!!!

Mommie Daze Giveaway!

2009-03-06T00:32:00.001-05:00

Visit Mommie Daze to enter an amazing giveaway!!

Lots of prizes to be won from Little Painted Polka Dots!

Contest!!

2009-03-06T00:28:00.001-05:00

Stationary ADDICT Alert!

2009-03-04T11:34:00.002-05:00

Barefoot Mommy is giving away an amazing package to paper products!! My fav!

Go here to enter!

AWESOME giveaway over at Everything Up Close!

2009-03-03T17:15:00.001-05:00

AWESOME giveaway over at Everything Up Close!

Enter to win Keurig's Platinum Home Brewing System.

See Kai Run shoes!!!

2009-02-27T23:56:00.001-05:00

Mom Blogs are the BEST. VISIT Accidental Mommies to enter a draw for See Kai Run shoes!!!

See kai run GIVEAWAY at A Latte in the Morning

2009-02-27T23:50:00.002-05:00

Go HERE to enter the See Kai Run GIVEAWAY at A Latte in the Morning!!

I LOVE the Geneva shoes!!

A latte in the morning - Giving away a lisa leonard necklace

2009-02-27T23:40:00.002-05:00

A latte in the morning is having a giveaway for a beautiful lisa leonard necklace!!

I've been following Lisa's blog for many months now and really enjoy reading her entries. I LOVE her jewelry...simple and chic!

Prints from Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous

2009-02-27T23:28:00.002-05:00

Win a gorgeous set of prints for your little one's room here at Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous!

Bealoo Kid's Decor is an awesome CANADIAN company (Yoohoo)!!

Collectable Clutch from Sandier Pastures and Red Ruby Rose

2009-02-27T09:50:00.003-05:00

I was NOT the type to buy things and store them away for a potential future daughter, however...

I was in Italy a number of years ago and found an amazing tiny little handmade clutch. It was silver, embroidered and was covered with hundred of little hand sewn silver bead/ball ls. I bought it...it was WAY too expensive me for at the time, thinking that if I ever had a little girl, this would be the start of a collection for her.

ANYWAY...I opened a post from google reader this morning and found the NEXT ITEM in her collection!

Visit Sandier Pastures to enter for your chance to win a GORGEOUS clutch from Red Ruby Rose!

Two of a kind, working on a full house...SHOES! A Giveaway!!

2009-02-26T12:54:00.002-05:00

Two of a kind, working on a full house is giving away a gorgeous pair of shoes from See Kai Run!!

Enter here for your chance to win!

mini mioche Giveaway - AWESOME organic clothes for babes!

2009-02-26T12:45:00.003-05:00

I LOVE this companies products!! Everything look so soft and natural. I'm trying to convert all of Katie's wardrobe to organic fabrics!!

Go here on Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous to enter!!

His Boys Can Swim! - Funny Preggo Story!

2009-02-25T13:51:00.003-05:00

GREAT contest and hilarious posts over at His Boys Can Swim!

I was reading this post on their pregnancy blog and it brought me right back to my pregnancy with Katie.

Hormones are powerful things!!! LOL

And they conceived on Halloween!! My B-day. :)

Opera House Glove and Caplet GIVEAWAY!!!!

2009-02-23T17:52:00.000-05:00

Opera House Glove and Caplet GIVEAWAY!!!!

Tooooo cute!!!

The Conservatory Overcoat GIVEAWAY!!!!

2009-02-23T17:50:00.000-05:00

The Conservatory Overcoat GIVEAWAY!!!!

Blushing Buttercream Pettiskirt GIVEAWAY!!!!

2009-02-23T17:48:00.000-05:00

Blushing Buttercream Pettiskirt GIVEAWAY!!!!

Birthday Bash giveaway at "I Never Grew Up"!

2009-02-21T17:27:00.000-05:00

Awesome, quick Thermometer

2009-02-20T13:25:00.002-05:00

As you may know my daughter had Bacterial Meningitis at 18 days old and we almost lost her several times as a result. My hubby took her temperature on a whim, even though she wasn't hot and it SAVED HER LIFE!!

I LOVE thermometers!

Go to Cool Baby Kid to enter!

Another chance to win a JOOBLES

2009-02-20T13:16:00.001-05:00

Life staring Ellie and Eve is also giving away one of these ADORABLE dolls!

Visit her site to enter here!

Sound Oasis GIVEAWAY

2009-02-20T00:41:00.001-05:00

There is a fantastic Sound Oasis giveaway at Everything Up Close!!

We can't sleep in this house without a little background noise. Our solution: find a recording of an air conditioner and loop it all night and through all naps. NOT great!

THIS would be MUCH better!!

JOOOBLES!

2009-02-19T20:10:00.002-05:00

Go to Barefoot Mommy to win JOOOBLES!

What are Joobles? They are the cutest little dolls I have seen in a long time...from Fair Indigo.

Diaper Bag

2009-02-19T11:59:00.001-05:00

Win an awesome diaper/multi purpose bag from Mommy Goggles!! Can you tell this is my favorite site?

Click here to enter!

Win Mutsy booster seat

2009-02-19T11:55:00.003-05:00

Win an adorable Mutsy booster seat at Mommy Goggles!!!

I was looking at this in a local boutique the other day...it's awesome!

Mommy Goggles Security Giveaway

2009-02-18T18:20:00.002-05:00

Ok, Mommy Goggles has THE best giveaways!!

Need to surveil something...someone? Go to her site here and enter to win!!

It's from Logitech!

WOW an iPod!!!

2009-02-18T18:10:00.003-05:00

There is a fantastic giveaway over at Mommy Googles. See my sidebar for her button.

She is giving away an Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB New Bright Blue (2nd Generation)!! All this from Healthrider!

Natural Skin Products!! Giveaway.

2009-02-18T01:43:00.002-05:00

Barefoot Mommy is giving away a fantastic duo of products from Softress!

The products for Baby sound great...all natural. Good for little faces!

Borsa Bella wristlet purse!

2009-02-18T00:38:00.001-05:00

Win a beautiful Borsa Bella wristlet purse from S.I.M.P.L.E.!

Great patterns...especially the retro styles.

Monogrammed Bag

2009-02-17T10:00:00.004-05:00

There is a fantastic giveaway over at Two of a kind, working on a full house. Kristen from Savannah Jack's is giving away a beautiful monogrammed bag!

There are a number of ways to enter here.

LOVE this bag for the beach or pool.

Go do it! NOW! See...bossy.

Great giveaway at Petit Elefant

2009-02-16T22:43:00.002-05:00

Great giveaway at Petit Elefant!!! Learn to make something sweet, like a twirl dress of apron. I LOVE the ducky doll!!!

Click here to enter!

Blogging for Mummies

2009-02-16T10:41:00.001-05:00

This is a new blog just for mommies!

Yup, that's right...we need another one!