Turn It Up Tuesday Happy New Year

Happy New Year!
Hope everyone is ready for an abundant 2017 full of our best selves and new experiences. Let's start off by joining this great party and sharing your awesomeness!

To celebrate the New Year, we'd like to continue celebrating by having you share some of your best posts in 2016 and for 2017! Share those posts nearest and dearest to you, the best family-oriented posts of the year, the best DIY crafts that you've done this year, your New Year resolutions for 2017 (and how you achieved your 2016 resolutions), and everything in-between!

Thank you so much for stopping by last week and sharing all of your posts - we had so much fun checking them all out!

We'd like to thank you in advance for partying with us and sharing all of your amazing posts with us - we LOVE checking them all out! If you've been here before, thank you for coming back! And if you're new here...welcome! Feel free to share, share, share! We love having you!

Turn It Up Tuesdays is all about being happy, excited, energetic...and having fun! Link up all of your favorite posts (old or new) and meet some awesome bloggers in return! Link up your funny stories, DIY posts, recipes, mommy moments -- anything at all. We want to laugh, be entertained, be inspired, and have a good time! Thanks so much to everyone that joins us each week and makes this link party the best that it could be!

Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

(from the top - left to right)

Natasha from Epic Mommy Adventures | Stacey from This Momma's Ramblings | April from April Noelle | Tina from The Happy Creations | Tiffany from The Mrs Tee| Kelly from Making-More | Silvie from My Silly Little Gang | Mari from Living in Mommywood | Tenns from Bliss & Faith | Kimberly from Being a Wordsmith | Ginger from Does Your Sister Have Normal Hair | Bev from Eclectic Red Barn | Abiola from The Ramblings of a Momaholic | Melissa from The Healthy Living Mama

...and welcome our guest hosts for December!

Jessica from Organic Deal Diva | Reuven & Aliyah from Marriage Reset

Interested in being a guest host for the month or becoming a permanent co-host?

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Here are the Featured posts from last week!

Mari chose Red Velvet Winter Cake from Howling at the Moon. "Red Velvet is my best friend lol."

Mari chose Cherry Cheese Danish Braid from Reviews, Chews, and How-Tos. "And having food still on my mind I choose this other sweet treat by Lynda."

Reuven & Aliyah chose A Mom's Guide to Minecraft - Join in the Fun! from our very own Tiffany from TheMrsTee.com. "This post gave some nice definitions needed to understand a wonderful & creative game that kids can play for hours (and that parents will want to play, too)!"

Reuven & Aliyah chose When Breastfeeding Doesn't Go As Planned from our very own Melissa from The Healthy Living Mama. "It's very important for mothers to hear that not everything goes smoothly according to plan. Another extremely important lesson is not to listen to all advice givers. Even though they may mean well, their words may come across as mean and may not take your reality into consideration. This is a very useful and helpful post. Wish my wife and I had read this when we had breastfeeding difficulties with our first son."

Natasha also chose this post. "I had a lot of difficulties with breastfeeding my son, and I felt so disappointed. It didn't help that many people told me that it was my fault why it wasn't working and that I had to work harder at it. I realized over time and through talking to loved ones, that everything doesn't go as planned sometimes. In the end, I had to make the decision to supplement breastfeeding with formula. These are definitely some great tips for other moms that be going through the same! Thanks for sharing!"

Natasha Save $10 a month – Right Now! Buy your own Cable modem from My Family on a Budget. "Thanks for sharing! When I had cable, I also bought my own modem, and the savings were worth it. Great informative post!"

The post with the most views is Black Bean Quinoa Casserole from Courtney's Cookbook.

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Preparing ourselves to receive Abundance

Hey loves! Happy Holidays 

I am writing my first post since a self imposed gadget break last week and I am writing it on my new Laptop!!! I gifted myself an investment in my building Abundance by purchasing a new Mac Pro. For a very long time I didn't feel the need to have two laptops at home but as my daughter and I continue to grow so did the need for another work station per say lol. There is nothing more rewarding than investing in yourself so I thought it was also a great topic to discuss today.

In addition to my new Laptop I was actually gifted by my daughter and BFF my first DSLR camera!!! I love my IPhone camera and its been awesome to me and will continue to be so but this latest addition has just opened new doors for me which I am so giddy about entering.

So I stated that there is nothing more rewarding than investing in yourself right, so what are we doing or what have we done thus far to achieve that?

2016 has been a year full of tragedies and full blown eye opening experiences world wide I believe. It has been a year of change while still remaining the same and a year that has awoken a required sense of duty to self and to family preservation. I know for me it has been a heck of an emotional rollercoaster ride that I am so ready to get off of and start on a brand new luxurious ride.

A New Year is right around the corner and the many useless promises and resolutions have started or are about to start. The many empty words we say sometimes just to keep up appearances or just the plain ole lies we repeat in hopes that this time around will be different. But unless we have prepared ourselves 2017 will just be a repeat of the same ole ride.

This year for me was filled with a few firsts:

-entering and actually ranking top 10/20 in photography contests

-attended writing workshops both online and in person

-attended Yoga classes outside

-participated in a Yoga workshop

-joined numerous writing groups online

-engaged in Twitter chats

-said Yes more than No

-took several gadget breaks

-pressed delete on things I would have normally revisited without even blinking

-took part in a Reiki healing session

-joined a Sister Circle

-expanded my dating circle

-revisited some old topics with my daughter's father (that was awesome btw!)

-didn't send out any birthday or holiday cards

-didn't call people for birthday or holiday cordial exchange

Now some of these may not seem like a biggie but for example the last two in which I didn't make an effort to reach out...was very difficult for me at some point in my life. I am always the reliable one, the friend that knows everyone's Birth day and makes sure that they know I am thinking of them. This year I threw all that out the window and instead just focused my energy on preparing to receive Abundance. 

Let's dive into that!

What do I mean? Ok well let's first start with words. The things we tell ourselves or allow others to tell us or even attach to who we are in their eyes. Things like:

-you will never change

-you can't do that

-you're too old for that

-you're too young to think that

-that is not for you

-I have always been this way

-I have always done things like that

-this is just who I am

-I'll never be happy

-no one really likes me

-I have nothing to offer

Many of us are great at being kind to others but seldom know how to be kind to ourselves. In my own journey to authentic self care I have held on strongly to the words Value and Perspective. These two words can change your life literally and spiritually. I have held on to them in moments of doubt, sense of being lost, ending relationships, starting from scratch, sharing my passions, raising my daughter, building a family and just overall setting myself up for living the life that I want.

Recently I joined my Sister Circle in an end of the year Divine Release gathering. It was a mixture of ages, backgrounds and overall stages of life. Several of which were millennials who blew me away with their self awareness and goals I refer to some of them as my adopted babies. In our gathering we meditated and shared in some building trust q&a's. One of the topics discussed was being prepared. Asking for things from the Universe that perhaps we are just not prepared for.

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Again, so how do we prepare? First and foremost we must know what we want...clarity.

We must then start to take the much needed steps to get there. Some of them may be:

-cutting old ties

-getting rid of dead weight literally and physically

-literally cleaning our homes of all the things we don't need, use or want

-making a list or starting a journal with specific details of your wants

-sharing some of your goals with a loved one so they can encourage and hold you accountable in a loving way

-daily practice of speaking to the universe what you want to receive

-paying forward in small ways

-practicing forgiveness on yourself so it trickles over to others

-be the type of friend you would want in your life to your self first

-accept plans change, learn to be flexible

-learn to love from a distance

-make a small change daily but don't beat yourself up if you fail, tomorrow is another day but with that being said Don't wait for tomorrow to live the life you want Today

Preparing ourselves to receive Abundance may not be something we ever put thought to either because it may seem selfish or even greedy but if we are open to the idea that just maybe we all deserve an overflow of love, peace and goodness than perhaps the word Abundance won't sound unattainable. Change our Perspective and give yourself Value.

These are my thoughts for the New Year. What do you think? Share your thoughts and or experiences here.

Always stress free xo,

Mari

End of the year Turn It Up Tuesday!

I'm on a mini break so leaving you with Natasha xo!

Welcome to a new week of Turn It Up Tuesday...the last week of 2016! We hope you had a Merry Christmas with friends and family! And we would like to wish you a wonderful and amazing 2017!

To end the year with a bang, we want to celebrate 2016 by having you share some of your best posts in 2016! Share those posts nearest and dearest to you, the best family-oriented posts of the year, the best DIY crafts that you've done this year, your New Year resolutions for 2017 (and how you achieved your 2016 resolutions), anything that made 2016 a great year for you!

Thank you so much for stopping by last week and sharing all of your posts - we had so much fun checking them all out!

We'd like to thank you in advance for partying with us and sharing all of your amazing posts with us - we LOVE checking them all out! If you've been here before, thank you for coming back! And if you're new here...welcome! Feel free to share, share, share! We love having you!

Turn It Up Tuesdays is all about being happy, excited, energetic...and having fun! Link up all of your favorite posts (old or new) and meet some awesome bloggers in return! Link up your funny stories, DIY posts, recipes, mommy moments -- anything at all. We want to laugh, be entertained, be inspired, and have a good time! Thanks so much to everyone that joins us each week and makes this link party the best that it could be!

Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

(from the top - left to right)

Natasha from Epic Mommy Adventures | Stacey from This Momma's Ramblings | April from April Noelle | Tina from The Happy Creations | Tiffany from The Mrs Tee| Kelly from Making-More | Silvie from My Silly Little Gang | Mari from Living in Mommywood | Tenns from Bliss & Faith | Kimberly from Being a Wordsmith | Ginger from Does Your Sister Have Normal Hair | Bev from Eclectic Red Barn | Heather from Goodlicious | Abiola from Ramblings of a Nigerian Workahomom | Melissa from The Healthy Living Mama

...and welcome our guest hosts for December!

Jessica from Organic Deal Diva | Reuven & Aliyah from Marriage Reset

Interested in being a guest host for the month or becoming a permanent co-host?

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Here are the Featured posts from last week!

Mari chose Orange Pecan Cinnamon Roll Donuts from Delightful E Made. "never turn down sweet rolls of any kind lol."

Mari chose Motherhood Madness from Coffee Mounds & Lipstick Clouds. "I always enjoy parenting humor so this was great treat."

Jessica Candy Cane Layer Cake chose from Annie's Noms. "This cake looks amazing!"

Bev chose Cranberry Orange Walnut Sweet Rolls from The Gold Lining Girl. "Wow, these would be so heavenly to have on Christmas morning. My husband would love the ones with figs. Need to try that one too."

Aliyah chose Spending the Holidays Along? 5 Tips to Help You Through It! from our very own Natasha from Epic Mommy Adventures. "Natasha wisely and supportively guides single parents to successfully negotiate and navigate the holidays for the benefits of all involved: themselves, their exes and, most importantly, their children, too."

Reuven chose Review: Squatty Potty from Reviews, Chews & How-Tos. "chose this post because it takes a humorous look at one of life's requirements and introduces a very interesting and potentially valuable product at the same time."

Natasha 6 Things to Let Go to Live a Truly Happy Life chose from Urban Naturale. "I think people dwell too much on having that one additional thing in life - money, wealth, a house, that new car - to make them feel happy. Happiness is something that lives within and exudes out, and this post makes this clear. I am a great believer in being happy and letting go of those things that don't bring me joy. Great post!"

Natasha 25 Awesome Christmas Cocktails chose from Budget Girl. "After the holiday shopping, wrapping gifts in the middle of the night, and assembling numerous gifts on Christmas, I'm craving one of these cocktails. Thanks for the sharing!"

The post with the most views Winter Solsticeis from Pleasures of the Northwest.

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Kicking off 2016 Turn it Up Tuesday!

Happy New Year dolls, hope everyone had an enjoyable time and is ready for awesome fun. Welcome to this months Co-Hosts xo!!!

Welcome to the 120th week of Turn It Up Tuesday - the 1st Turn It Up Tuesday party of 2016!

Thank you for stopping by and linking up with us this week, and every week, as we have some fun linking up and getting to know each other! We had quite an amazing week last week, and it's because of all of you!

We are so happy to have you all join us for another amazing week!

Turn It Up Tuesdays is all about being happy, excited, energetic...and having fun! Link up all of your favorite posts (old or new) and meet some awesome bloggers in return! Link up your funny stories, DIY posts, recipes, mommy moments -- anything at all. We want to laugh, be entertained, be inspired, and have a good time! Thanks so much to everyone that joins us each week and makes this link party the best that it could be!

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Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

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Natasha from Epic Mommy Adventures | Stacey from This Momma's Ramblings | Cathy from A Peek Into My Paradise | April from April Noelle | Tina from The Happy Creations | Tiffany from MrsTeeLoveLifeLaughter | Melissa from The Coupon Chronicles | Kelly from Making-More | Silvie from My Silly Little Gang | Mari from Living in Mommywood | Tenns from Bliss & Faith | Kimberly from Being a Wordsmith | Elaine from Ramblings of a Bad Domestic Goddess | Ginger from Does Your Sister Have Normal Hair | Free from Couponin Diva | Kori from Just Another Mom | Bev from Eclectic Red Barn | Dawn from Pretty Shabby UK | Anuja from All I Do

And welcome our awesome guest hosts for January!

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Chris from Sweet Mornings | Kam from The Women Talk | Celeste from Decor by the Seashore | Heather from Goodlicious | Kate from Maternity Glow

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Here are the Featured posts from last week!

Mari chose Coconut Crusted Eggplant from Morsels of Life. "I love finding new Eggplant recipes and to find one with coconut which I also love was fantastic!"

Mari chose Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies from Budget Girl. "This combo looks like a tasty treat, something good to try for weekend tv watching treats."

Elaine chose Beef Enchiladas from Lou Lou Girls. “Easy recipe that is started in a crockpot. What’s not to love?”

Elaine chose Fabulous Standing Rib Roast from Goodlicious. “I am already planning on switching to beef for our Christmas dinner next year and this sounds wonderful.”

Chris chose Nuts and Berries Cocktail from Budget Girl. "The Holidays may be over but this is a different cocktail that can be enjoyed not just during the Holidays."

Chris chose Ham Risotto with Snow Peas from Goodlicious. "Always need a new recipe for using up ham and this can also be made without it."

Tina chose Superfoods for Fat Loss from Pancake Warriors. "I love this list of superfoods. They are healthy and will help you lose weight.Thanks so much for sharing the knowledge with us."

Tina chose Eggless Coffee Brownies from Treat and Trick. "These eggless coffee brownies look so yummy and moist. I'm definitely going to try this. Thanks for sharing your delicious recipe with us."

Kimberly chose How to juggle, without dropping everything from Life, Kids, and a Glass of Red. "This post is right on time for me. I went back to work about two months ago and I have been struggling with how to keep everything running smoothly. Great duh-why-didn't-I-think-of-that tips!"

Stacey also chose this post. "What a wonderful post! When I still worked outside the home, I was able to accomplish so much, now as a SAHM...not so much. Maybe trying a few of these things will help me get more organized. Thank you so much for sharing!"

Kimberly chose 52 Week Savings Challenge (Free Printable) from Drugstore Divas. "I have seen posts like this before, but seeing this one during the first week of the year gave me pause. I am going to do my best to commit to it for 2016! I'll be glad I did at week 52."

Bev chose Kahlua Tres Leches Cake from A Sprinkle of This and That. "These Kahlua tres leches cakes look divine. What a great way to start off the New Year or any time you need a great dessert."

Bev chose Mac and Cheese BBQ Brisket Pizza from Lou Lou Girls. "Mac & Cheese and BBQ pizza, how can you go wrong. All of my favorites in one meal!"

Stacey chose Why I Don't Do New Year’s Resolutions And What I Do Instead from Just Plain Marie. "I don't really do them either, mostly because I have trouble following through. I love this idea of changing the negative thoughts to a positive thought to accomplish my dream goals. Thanks so much for sharing!"

Natasha chose How I Lost Weight Over Thanksgiving from Fit Mom Journey. "I just love this post! How is it possible to lose weight during the holidays? It's a time to gain weight! But this post really made me confident that I could lose weight during that time...well, at least next year!"

Natasha chose 21 Things Frugal People DON’T Do! from Retired by 40! "I'm currently on the path to becoming more frugal, in the goal of one day becoming debt free. This post is definitely helping me to know what I should be doing. Great post!"

The post with the most views is Earning Income as a Part-Time Blogger from Velvet-Rose.net.

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Kahlua Tres Leches Cake from A Sprinkle of This and That

How to juggle, without dropping everything from Life, Kids, and a Glass of Red

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