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Monday, November 10, 2014

Turn it Up Tuesday! November fun continues...

Happy Monday!
Hope everyone had an awesome weekend. I was on grandma duties but managed to catch up on all my lovely shows thanks to OnDemand.
Started thinking about my Turkey day menu can't wait to eat lol.
Week 2 of Co-Host duties and I see that my favorite post was picked as one of the best! I love all things French Toast for sure. Enjoy your visit hope you find some awesome stuff, always stress free xo!

Can you believe it's the 60th week of Turn It Up Tuesdays??!! Welcome! We're so happy to have you here this week - and thanks for the amazing posts last week! There were so many great posts to choose from! And we had a record-breaking week - thanks!!!

Turn It Up Tuesdays is all about being happy, excited, energetic...and having fun! Link up 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, as long as it is family-friendly. 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 blog hop the best that it could be!

SPONSOR OF THE MONTH

Silvie from My Silly Little Gang

Through Silvie's posts, she shares the details of raising my silly little gang of boys and the different things she encounters in her life as a mommy. Including crafts, recipes, and reviews, she enjoys blogging and all the work it entails. It definitely keeps her on her toes, but it's rewarding for her when she receives a comment from a reader letting her know they enjoy her post. Her goal is to grow her blog into all it can be. As a mommy blogger, she has had the opportunity to work with several brands to review their products or places.

Stop by and check out her blog...it's definitely a great read!

Are you interested in having your blog or website featured in this spot? Then, sponsor Turn It Up Tuesday for a month! Click here! It's only $5 for an entire month! We're accepting sponsors for 2015!

Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

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And welcome our awesome guest hosts for November!

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

Complete the form here! Monthly co-hosts will be chosen on a first come first-serve basis. We're now accepting guest hosts for December, January, and February.

Here are the Featured posts from last week!

Tiffany chose When Cellphone Numbers Collide from Maple Brown Sugar. "I wanted to yell out AMEN as I read this! I have had my number for 5 years and I am STILL receiving texts and calls for the previous user. It’s funny getting a peek at someone’s else life through texts and random photos. Well kinda…LOL"

Keri chose 20 Busy Bag Ideas for Busy Little People | Part 1 from The Way He Plays. "I have been looking for creative busy bags and these are so great and useful!"

Cathy chose Pumpkin Orange Chocolate Wrapped Cake from All That's Jas. “Such a BEAUTIFUL cake! An elegant dessert worthy of the center of any Thanksgiving feast! Her post makes it looks so easy to make I just might attempt to make it for my families Thanksgiving!”

Angie chose Clothespin Manger Nativity Scene Christmas Craft from Christianity Cove. "The first of Advent is on Nov 30th & nativity scenes have always been precious to me - I have a small collection & I'll have to add this one to my collection."

Serena chose 18 Reasons Why The 80's Were Awesome #StumbleIntoTheWeekend from Barbie Bieber and Beyond. "It was great to reminisce about the 80's and brought back so many happy & fun memories. It also put me in awe of the many advancements that have been made since then like with video gaming systems, fashion, and music."

Stacey also chose this post. "Oh man the 80's! The birth of MTV, big hair bands, and men in makeup and spandex! Oh the music! I have raised my kids on it...a new generation! The Sweet Valley High books were amazing, I remember having a shelf full! LOL! The TV and heaven forbid if there was something political or world newsworthy...there went 3, if not all of those channels! LOL! Thank you so much for the trip down memory lane!"

Damjana chose Cornucopia Snack from Three Kids and a Fish. "Why this one? This treat has what it takes to make a perfect recipe for me: so colorful and inventively looking, yet so simple to make! And, I have a soft spot for the mix of sweet&salty taste...I just HAVE to try it out."

Kimberly chose Healthy Apple Almond Butter Muffins from Luv a Bargain. "I chose this recipe as it has healthy substitutes for baking - making muffins a little bit healthier. And it looks yummy!"

Yolanda chose I wish I would have known how hard it would be to parent someone else’s child from Ripped Jeans & Bifocals. "As an African American woman who has worked with children at various stages in the system, I found this story of domestic transracial adoption beautiful. How I wish the world was full of more people with hearts as big and loving as this mother. It's well written, and very touching."

Mari chose French Toast Breakfast Muffins Recipe from Sweep Tight. "I love all things French Toast.Yummy!!!"

Meghan chose 2 Ingredient Edible DIY Kids Paint Recipe from Domestic Mommyhood. "I've been collecting lists of things to do with Savanna at home now that she is truly at an age to grasp learning. I love this idea of edible paint. I can let her do her own thing or we can learn the alphabet and numbers without me having to worry about her accidentally putting this in her mouth...and such a simple recipe!"

Jillian chose 25 Indoor Activities from Life's Little Projects. "It's starting to get chilly where I live and with it dark when I get out of work, it's tough to keep my child entertained indoors. This list has some great ideas on keeping him occupied and having fun!"

Rhonda chose Holiday Craft | How to Make a Sock Snowman from About A Mom. "The holidays are around the corner, so I'm looking for crafts to do with my grandchildren. This sock snowman is adorable and made from items that I have an abundance of. I could find a place around my house for these little fellows. Adorable."

Kelly chose Scottish Tea Cookies with Apple Butter + Musselman's Apple Butter Giveaway from Platter Talk. "Our family loves apple butter. I'm sure this would be delicious."

Jessica chose Financially Fit & Physically Fit You from Women with Intention. "I love the idea of combining both being financially and physically fit together. As I was going through the post, both aspects are the same in nature. It's basically doing a "2 for 1" when accomplishing the goals. Thanks for sharing!"

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Tina chose Homemade Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Pie Spice Apples from A Cultivated Nest. "Looks stunning, easy to make, yummy and it can be customised for any season , like Christmas. I'm definitely going to play with this recipe!!Thanks for sharing."

Chelsea also chose this post. "I don't even like chocolate, but these apple treats look delish!! I love that the pumpkin spice was included, so it's a little different than the average 'covered apple'!! Yummm!"

Amy chose A Little Thanksgiving Home Tour from Little Brags. "Christine did a fantastic job decorating her porch and home for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Her spaces are warm and welcoming, just what you want when having guests over! I love that she made some of the decorative items herself, including the creative little side table. I wish I was on her holiday guest list!"

The post with the most clicks is Death by Chocolate Slow Cooker Dump Cake from Homemaking Hacks with Dawn Lopez.

Stop by and show some love to our featured bloggers this week! I'm sure they'd all appreciate it!

If you were featured above, feel free to share the badge below with pride on your blog or website!

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And the Best of the Best is...

I wish I would have known how hard it would be to parent someone else’s child from Ripped Jeans & Bifocals

French Toast Breakfast Muffins Recipe from Sweep Tight

Show some love to our Best of the Best bloggers this week!!!!

As the Best of the Best, you win free ad space on Epic Mommy Adventures for 30 days! Please showcase the badge below with pride on your blog!

Please send an e-mail to Natasha at 1EpicMommy@gmail.com and she will provide you with all the details!

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So now that you've met our sponsor of the month, our hosts and co-hosts, the Featured and the Best of the Best, and the winners of our anniversary giveaway...

let's get started!

*Show some love to your hosts and co-hosts simply by following them on social media and leaving a comment so they can follow you back. *Link up as many posts as you'd like! The more, the merrier! *Check out some of the other posts and make some new friends! *Grab the button below and showcase on your sidebar! Invite your fellow bloggers to join the fun!

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Link up your posts, make some friends, and earn the chance to be featured or become the Best of the Best on Turn It Up Tuesday! We will feature the favorite posts each week!

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Monday, November 3, 2014

November Co-Host Turn it Up Tuesday!!!

OMG! November creeped up on me and I almost dropped the ball.
Had a long day at work then came home, made dinner and got the laundry done.
When I finally settled down to my emails tonight I noticed Natasha sent me info for TIUT. I was like what? Then I realized HELLO! it's November, your up for Co-Host duty.
So my apologies for tardiness, look forward to great month with lost of food posts especially since its soon time for Turkey day.
Please come join the fun and without any further delay...

Welcome to the 59th week of Turn It Up Tuesdays!!! We're so happy to have you here this week - and thanks for the amazing Halloween posts last week! There were so many great posts to choose from!

Let's continue with some more Halloween and Fall posts this week! I'm sure you have tons more to share!

Thanks so much to everyone that joins us each week and makes this blog hop the best that it could be!

SPONSOR OF THE MONTH

Silvie from My Silly Little Gang

Stop by and check out her blog...it's definitely a great read!

Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

(from the top - left to right)

And welcome our awesome guest hosts for November!

(from the top - left to right)

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

Complete the form here! Monthly co-hosts will be chosen on a first come first-serve basis. We're now accepting guest hosts for December, January, and February.

Here are the Featured posts from last week!

Cathy chose Easy Recipe for Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles from A Mitten Full of Savings. "Cream cheese and pumpkin…need I say more!? I can’t wait to make these for the holidays!"

Jillian chose How to Make an Infinity Scarf from Little House Living. "I chose this post because I have been seriously obsessed with scarves this Fall season and they can get pricey. This is a much more affordable option to fulfill my need for many many scarves. haha"

Cathy chose Book Page Paper Pumpkin {How to Decorate for Fall on a Budget} from The Domestic Heart. "Shelly has created an amazing paper pumpkin and you can to with her awesome step by step tutorial! Create these amazing paper pumpkins to decorate your home this harvest season!"

Kelly chose Paper Plate Candy Corn Bunting from Typically Simple. "I love easy craft projects and my kids thought this was really fun."

Jessica chose If I Had A Halloween Party from The Crafty Side of Sarcasm. "How cute! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. I have yet to throw a Halloween party so when I do, I will definitely check in for some of these awesome ideas, especially the take on food!"

Bernadyn chose How Zombies and Screams Gave Me a Mom Moment from Life in a House of Testosterone. "I chose this post because Kim shares how she had a "Mom moment" with her son in an unexpected time and place. I think that for parents, those special moments are important to cherish especially as your children grow older and it sometimes, it becomes harder to find ways to stay close and connected."

Stacey chose Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars from Platter Talk. "Oh my these look absolutely wonderful! My kids would definitely be asking for more because these are three of their favorite ingredients! LOL! I will be giving this one a try and soon! Thank you so much for sharing!"

Meghan chose 52 Ways You Can Save Money Each Month from Amber Kristine. "As a stay at home mom, we are constantly looking for ways to save money. This post was great as it gave me a few additional ideas that we had not thought of yet."

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Sonya chose Easy Apple Cranberry Chia Seed Jam from A Worthey Read. "This looks like a great healthy jam recipe that is perfect for fall. Apples and cranberries are both in season so this is a great way to use them."

Elina chose Coffee Filter Crafts | Coffee Filter Wreath from Happy Deal - Happy Day! "The finished project is stunning and she takes you step by step on how to create this unique wreath. I love the flowers she added to it, it gives the wreath a nice pop of color."

Tina chose All Natural Car Air Freshener from Robyn's View. "What a wonderful idea, it looks so elegant! A natural air freshner without any chemicals,safe for all the family. Looks great and the car smells great for less!"

Natasha chose 10 Practical Tips For New Bloggers (From A New Blogger) from Tabler Party of Two. "This is such a great post! These are tips that even us semi-newbie and long-time bloggers can take advantage of!"

The post with the most clicks is How To Put A Dresser Back Together from Anastasia Vintage.

Stop by and show some love to our featured bloggers this week! I'm sure they'd all appreciate it!

If you were featured above, feel free to share the badge below with pride on your blog or website!

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And the Best of the Best is...

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars from Platter Talk

How Zombies and Screams Gave Me a Mom Moment from Life in a House of Testosterone

Show some love to our Best of the Best bloggers this week!!!!

As the Best of the Best, you win free ad space on Epic Mommy Adventures for 30 days! Please showcase the badge below with pride on your blog!

Please send an e-mail to Natasha at 1EpicMommy@gmail.com and she will provide you with all the details!

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So now that you've met our sponsor of the month, our hosts and co-hosts, and the Featured and the Best of the Best,

let's get started!

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Link up your posts, make some friends, and earn the chance to be featured or become the Best of the Best on Turn It Up Tuesday! We will feature the favorite posts each week!

An InLinkz Link-up

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

All wrapped up in Bow

All good things must come to and end and we are now at such point with challenge #15 on September Sapphire Even Day Blog Challenge with Kimberly from beingawordsmith.com

Challenge Wrap-Up! share what you have learned during challenge, who you connected with and overall experience with it.

This month has been lots of fun for sure. I've incorporated 2 events on my blog while still freestyle writing, tweeting, networking, working on my photography, holding things down and celebrating the national holiday which is called my Birth Day. This has been a great September for sure.

I want to thank Kimberly for having me over and allowing me to share in her own Birth Day celebrations.

I learned on this challenge that most people are more alike than different.
I learned we are all kids at heart to some degree, that we enjoy being goofy when we can.
I learned challenges don't all have to be serious.
I learned that looking back to see how far we've come is an awesome option to have.

I met a few new ladies with great blogs of their own, who share great information and treats. So I added some great new reads for sure.
This has been a great experience, thoughtful, eye opening and fun.