Second Hand Saturday with Reading Teen

The lovely folks at Reading Teen have started a weekly giveaway where they are taking books off their own shelf to give to their wonderful followers. Every Saturday they will post the books available and specific challenge to complete. The following Saturday, they will announce the winner and the next challenge. The winner will get a choice from their book as their prize! To enter and win, you must be follower and complete the mandatory challenge. This week I’ve decided to link up them and offer one of my fabulous readers a chance to win a book, as well. I was going to have a yard sale, but this is more fun! Below is a list of books I’m giving away. If you click on the title, it will take you to an Amazon.com page that has the book’s description.

Books Available

Vanished by Kathryn Mackel

The Book of Jane by Anne Dayton and May Vanderbilt

Leave a Candle Burning by Lori Wick

The Breaking Point by Karen Ball

Be Sweet by Diann Hunt

The Will of Wisteria by Denise Hildreth

Where Heaven Begins by Rosanne Bittner

 
The challenge this week is to leave a comment telling me your favorite author and your favorite book written by them. This is a mandatory entry. Once this entry is complete, you can use any or all of the following bonus entries: Become a follower, Follow me on Twitter(leave username), Tweet about this giveaway(leave link), enter another one of my giveaways (one entry for each giveaway). Please leave one comment for each entry and include your email address so I can contact the winner.  Good Luck and Happy Reading!

Tricky Trivia

Our galaxy has approximately _____________________stars.

Take a guess in the comments below!

Happy Friday!

Welcome Friday Followers! I’m so glad you had a minute to swing by.  While you’re here, check out a recipe, answer a trivia question, or enter a great giveaway!   Have a great weekend and I hope you visit again!

Fabulous Food Friday with Confessions of a Wannabe Baker

Welcome to Fabulous Food Friday! While exploring the blogosphere, I realized that there were many great recipes to share. So every Friday, I am going to try to feature an awesome blogger with their great recipe!
Today’s feature blogger is Angela from Confessions of a Wannabe Baker. When you get a chance to swing by Angela’s lovely blog, make sure to check out all her fantastic recipes. Today I will be featuring her Oreo Delight. Here’s a little blurb from Angela herself:


I am a busy nanny for the cutest 1 year old twins ever with a love for baking and cooking. I am by no means a professional baker, but I love being in the kitchen and I am always looking to try new recipes. I enjoy making and decorating cakes. I took one cake decorating class at Michael's and the rest is just practice and a little art training in high school. If I could afford it, I would start a business making and decorating cookie cakes. I am still trying to master the art of mailing them then maybe I can start selling them! My blog started out as an easy way to share my recipes with my family, and quickly became something I really enjoy. The only problem with having a baking blog is that I end up eating all the yummies, and that doesn't help my waist line. Which is why I am training for a half marathon. Got to keep the balance. :-D






Here is the yummy Oreo Delight recipe:

I found this recipe on the Make Life Delicious blog. When I was going through my saved recipes I noticed that everything I saved was chocolate and peanut butter, which is one of my favorite combination but I decided to keep looking for something different. This sounded good, and I was able to adapt it so that it was better for my grandfather who has diabetes (after all this was for father's day).

Ingredients
35 - 40 oreos
6 tbsp melted butter
8 oz cream cheese, softened ( I used reduced fat )
1/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp cold milk
12 oz cool whip. thawed ( I used sugar free)
3 1/4 c milk
2 small pkg Jello chocolate instant pudding ( I used sugar free)

Directions
process cookies in food processor until crumbs form. ( I don't have a food processor, so I used a nut chopper, it worked really well... the magic number is 6 cookies)

Oreo Crumbs

As Tim Gunn would say "make it work" so I did

Mix in melted butter and then press into the bottom of a 9 by 13 pan. Refrigerate

Whisk cream cheese, suagr and 2 tbsp milk until blended, fold in 1 1/4 c cool whip.

Spread over crust

Beat pudding and 3 1/4 cup milk with whisk for 2 min. pour over cream cheese layer.
( I added some left over crushed oreos on top)

Let stand in fridge to thicken for 5 mins.
Cover with rest of the cool whip and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. ( I added more crushed oreos on top to make it look pretty)

My family really liked this, and I felt good eating it because it was relatively healthy. It was quoted as being "refreshing.".  This is definitely a new go to for desserts. A great summer treat!

Chris Brogan Challenge : My Mother is On Facebook

As I was sitting in a lonely hotel room, waiting for my husband to get out of work, I was searching the web for new ideas for my blog. During my search, I came across a guy named Chris Brogan, author of Social Media 101 and coauthor of Trust Agents. Mr. Brogan had made a list of 100 blog topics that he hoped “I” would write about. Many of his ideas fit me perfectly, while others I’m not really sure what they are. In all my boredom, I decided to challenge myself to write about all 100 of his topics. This won’t be easy, since some of the topics are a big question mark to me, but a little research never hurt anyone. Figuring in the fact that I don’t write real posts on the weekend, this challenge will be 100% successful if I complete it in 20 weeks. So let’s begin…Day Fifteen – Topic Fifteen(still going)!


This topic doesn’t really work because my mother is not on Facebook. But at my age, I think it would be great if she was. I use Facebook to share little updates and photos with friends in my life. I have nothing to hide from my mother and would welcome her to sign up(you reading mom? ). I have a feeling this blog topic was aimed at younger folks with something to hide!  Is your mother on Facebook? Is this a good or a bad thing? Grab a latte, put up your feet, and join the discussion!

Tricky Trivia

Cattle are the only mammals that ______________________.

Take a guess in the comments below!

Bonus Entries!

Have you entered any of my new giveaways?

I have 15 special bonus entries for the first two lovely followers who email  "Awareness" to betweenthelines-kam@hotmail.com.  You may use them for one giveaway or split them anyway you want.  Good Luck!

Yummy Giveaway From Country Bob’s

For those of you who follow my blog, you know how much I love cooking and trying out new recipes. When Country Bob’s generously mailed me two bottles of their All-Purpose sauce I couldn’t wait to try it out! Just opening the bottle and smelling the tangy sauce made my mouth water. Country Bob’s All purpose sauce was created by Country Bob Edsen in 1968. His goal was to create the perfect steak sauce, but his perfected recipe is definitely for more than just steak. The first night I used my Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce, I made hamburgers. Now all of you lovely readers know that my children do not like to eat hamburgers. They usually split one, and getting them to finish it is a long and painful process. When I gave them the Country Bob hamburger, dinner started just like always….crying and whining that they don’t like hamburgers. What was different though, was after their first bite, I didn’t have to coerce them anymore. They ate the entire thing and even asked for more! Here is the recipe I used:

Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground beef
¼ cup Old Fashion Rolled Oats (or breadcrumbs)
¼ cup Country Bob’s All Purpose sauce
Extra sauce for the top
Cheese

Directions

- Preheat Oven or grill (Oven 400 degrees)
- Mix the ground beef, Oatmeal, and Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce in a large bowl.
- Form meat mixture into 6 patties
- Bake patties on cookies sheet with raised sides (to catch grease) for 20-25 minutes.
- Place patties on bun, cover top with sauce, place cheese on sauce to allow it to melt together

The second time I used my Country Bob’s sauce, the recipe was even easier. But it was just as delicious! Our second meal was shredded chicken smothered with Country Bob’s All Purpose sauce (I can’t wait to try this again with their BBQ sauce!). Here is the simple recipe I used:

Ingredient

1.5 lbs of chicken breasts
1 bottle of Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce

Directions
- Put chicken into a crock pot and pour an entire bottle of Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce over it.
- Cook on high heat for 5 hours
- Using two forks, shred meat and stir in sauce
- Cook on low heat for 1-2 more hours
- Serve over a baked potato, as a sandwich, or on a salad.

Don’t worry if my recipes don’t interest you. If you go to Country Bob’s website they have many more to choose from. You can find recipes that not only use their All Purpose Sauce (regular and spicy), but also their BBQ Sauce and Seasoning Salt.

Now that you are drooling and can’t wait to try Country Bob’s, I have some good news for you. The generous folks from Country Bob’s have offered TWO of my lucky readers TWO bottles of their All Purpose Sauce. If you just can’t wait to try it, you can purchase your own bottles from their website or from many local stores (including Wal-Mart supercenter).

Mandatory Entry – Go to Country Bob’s Website and leave a comment of a recipe you are interested in trying.

Extras: (Remember each entry must have a separate comment and an email address is needed to contact winner.)

~Follow Between the Lines (3)
~ Grab my button and leave a link of where it’s displayed (5)
~Follow me on Twitter (2)
~Tweet this giveaway leaving me your link. (3x a day not back to back) (1 entry each)
~ Sign up for Country Bob’s Newsletter (3)
~ Follow Country Bob’s on Twitter (3)
~ “Like” Country Bob’s on Facebook (2)
~Blog about this giveaway and leave me a link (5)
~Make a purchase from Country Bob’s (5)

This giveaway will end on May 31 @ 10p.m Eastern

*This giveaway is open to US only. Winner will be chosen randomly. An email notification will be sent to the email address provided by the winner. The winner must respond within 48 hours. Failure to do so will result in being disqualified and a new winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I received two complimentary bottle of All Purpose Sauce in exchange for my honest review. The opinions & thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review.

Chris Brogan Challenge : What I Spend Money On

As I was sitting in a lonely hotel room, waiting for my husband to get out of work, I was searching the web for new ideas for my blog. During my search, I came across a guy named Chris Brogan, author of Social Media 101 and coauthor of Trust Agents. Mr. Brogan had made a list of 100 blog topics that he hoped “I” would write about. Many of his ideas fit me perfectly, while others I’m not really sure what they are. In all my boredom, I decided to challenge myself to write about all 100 of his topics. This won’t be easy, since some of the topics are a big question mark to me, but a little research never hurt anyone. Figuring in the fact that I don’t write real posts on the weekend, this challenge will be 100% successful if I complete it in 20 weeks. So let’s begin…Day Fourteen – Topic Fourteen(still here)!

Everyone has their own weakness when it comes to spending money. Whether you spend it on shoes, purses, or going out to eat, it is something that makes you happy and you don’t mind spending the extra money. Unlike many women my age, I’m not really into shopping. When I do go shopping, it is usually for groceries or for my kids. You would think that with my lack of expenses, we would be able to save bundles of dough. However, my weakness is much more expensive than a new pair of shoes. I love family vacations! Family vacations are not only fun, but they are a necessity in my house. My wonderful husband works very hard and rarely takes a day off (including weekends). Family vacations are needed in order to force him to relax and have some fun. Every year, we travel to Disney World for one week and it is the best week of the year. It is a week where we get Daddy’s full attention and don’t have to worry about work calling to distract him from the family fun. Disney World isn’t cheap, but it is worth it for all the great memories and fun times! How do you spend your extra money? Grab a latte, put up your feet, and join the discussion!

Tricky Trivia

The fleshy projection above the bill of a turkey is called a _________________.

Take a guess in the comments below!

Chris Brogan Challenge : Empower Your Best Customers

As I was sitting in a lonely hotel room, waiting for my husband to get out of work, I was searching the web for new ideas for my blog. During my search, I came across a guy named Chris Brogan, author of Social Media 101 and coauthor of Trust Agents. Mr. Brogan had made a list of 100 blog topics that he hoped “I” would write about. Many of his ideas fit me perfectly, while others I’m not really sure what they are. In all my boredom, I decided to challenge myself to write about all 100 of his topics. This won’t be easy, since some of the topics are a big question mark to me, but a little research never hurt anyone. Figuring in the fact that I don’t write real posts on the weekend, this challenge will be 100% successful if I complete it in 20 weeks. So let’s begin…Day Thirteen – Topic Thirteen(trying to keep up)!


This topic obviously doesn’t fit me at all. For those of you who know me, you know I am a stay at home mom, and therefore, no customers to empower (unless you count my kids, you I do live and breathe to serve them). However, if I twist it up a bit, and pretend my blog is business, then maybe I could work on a few things. Every blog has a few completely devoted readers. They are the readers who stop by everyday just to see what you’ve posted. They may or may not comment each day, but you know they read what you wrote. Now that my blog has taken a new direction and I’m hosting giveaways, I think I have a way to help my devoted readers. A few days before or after I post a giveaway, I could sneak a code word into a post. The first few folks that email me the code will receive bonus entries into the upcoming giveaway. This added bonus would be a nice way of rewarding my loyal readers. Well, no point in waiting for the next post…The first two people to email me the word Staycee, will receive 15 bonus entries into the Guy and Eva Giveaway. (betweenthelines-kam@hotmail.com  How can you empower your customers/readers? Grab a latte, put up your feet, and join the discussion!

Recipe Corner: Cinnamon Toast

Do your kids love to cook? Here is an easy recipe that you can let them make themselves. It is a great snack that everyone can enjoy! And don’t forget to contact me if you are interested in having your blog and your yummy recipe featured in a Fabulous Food Friday Post. Whether you bake it, sauté it, or just microwave it, send it in! Share your yummy food and you may find yourself with new visitors. Please email me directly if you are interested. (betweenthelines-kam@hotmail.com )

Ingredients
• 2 slices white bread
• 2 teaspoons butter or margarine
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Use a toaster to toast the bread to desired darkness. Spread butter or margarine onto one side of each slice. In a cup or small bowl, stir together the sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle generously over hot buttered toast.

Awards, Awards, Awards!!!

In the last few days, you all have made me feel so loved! I have won not one, not two, not three, but four awards! I am so glad that I have so many followers who love reading my blog since I love writing it! Sharon from A Flocks of Fitzgeralds, Robin from Your Daily Dose,  and cfoxes33 from Lifting You Up have both been kind enough to award me with "The Versatile Blogger" award . And Pam from Live, Laugh, Love With the Pondering Princess was kind enough to award me with the “Happy 101 Blog Award”. Ladies, thank you for the fabulous awards and for reading my blog!

The Rules:

1. Thank the person who gave you this award.
2. Share 7 things about yourself
3. Pass the award along to 10-15 bloggers who you have recently discovered and who you think are fantastic!
4. Contact the bloggers you've picked and let them know about the award.
(The Happy 101 Blog Award says to name 10 things that make you happy.  I chose to go with the rules on the Versatile award since there were three, but I will add that my Husband and everything on the below list makes me happy!)
So seven things about me:

1. I have two beautiful daughters.
2. I love playing the piano and reading in my spare time.
3. I run about 4 times a week.
4. I’ve written a children’s novel.
5. I used to be a teacher before having kids.
6. I love baking!
7. I wish I could cook as well as my mother on a daily basis!

Lovely Blogs deserving this award:

1. Kerri from Kerri’s Klutter
2. Kristen from La Dolce Vita
3. Kelly from Kelly’s Lucky You
4. Cindi from Little Yaya’s
5. Lanita from A Mother’s Hood
6. Erin from Amundsen House of Chaos
7. Tracey from Ascending Butterfly
8. Lori from At the Fence
9. Jasey from Crazy Daisy
10. Heather from Faith, Family, & Fun
11. Tami from Hearts Make Families
12. Jeannie from Jeannie’s Happy World
13. Connie from Living My Glamorous Life
14. Kat from Mama Bird’s Nest
15. Mama B from Mama B

Tricky Trivia

On average, how often do we blink our eyes?

Take a guess in the comments below!

An Awesome Giveaway: Guy and Eva

When Guy and Eva first started selling jewelry, there collection could be found in boutiques and various fashion specialty stores. The name Guy and Eva quickly became well known for its high quality pieces sold at affordable prices. Their jewelry was even featured on numerous fashion magazines. However, to satisfy the numerous inquiries to sell their jewelry, Guy and Eva decided to take the company in a new direction. Now you as a consumer have the choice to not only buy their stunning jewelry, but also to become an advisor or host your very own party.

If you are interested in hosting a Guy and Eva Party, May is a great month to do it! For the entire month of May, Staycee from Guy and Eva, will be giving all hostesses a free Mom Necklace. Plus, you will also get the normal 20% credit on all guest purchases, a $30 credit for all parties booked through yours, and Hostess exclusives. Staycee can help you book home parties, as well as online parties. I have just booked an online party with her and she not only made the process simple, but she was always ready to answer my questions (which were many!).

Now that you’ve fallen in love with Guy and Eva’s gorgeous jewelry, would you like to make some money? As a Guy and Eva Advisor, you earn a minimum of 30% on every sale you make. As your business grows, earn up to 51% on your sales. When you become an advisor there are two kits to choose from. The first is $149 and the second is $199. Each kit contains $800 in  jewelry (the first preselected and the second you select yourself).  Plus if you sign up with Staycee, you will receive an extra $200 in jewelry that you can choose. With Guy and Eva there is no obligation. If you decide a month down the road that this is not for you, that is ok and the kit is yours to keep.

The Solange Necklace: Glass Beads. 18-20" Necklace

I am so thankful that Staycee asked me to review the stunning Solange necklace. I always hesitate to buy jewelry online. However, this necklace does not disappoint. I am a woman a very simple taste, so my jewelry is often very simple and delicate. The light blue beads of this necklace are soft and beautiful. The piece itself is very well made and I won’t have to worry about kids accidently ripping it off. At $33, it is also a great deal!

The Caicos Earrings: 2.5" Pierced

Staycee, from Guy and Eva, has generously offered these beautiful earrings to one of my lucky readers! Wouldn’t you just love to get your hands on these?

Mandatory: Go over to Staycee's Guy and Eva online store and let me know which beautiful piece of jewelry would you love to own?

Extras: (Remember each entry must have a separate comment and an email address is needed to contact winner.)

~Follow me (3)
~Subscribe by Email (3)
~Follow Guy and Eva on Twitter (2)
~Follow Guy and Eva Blog (3)
~Book a Guy and Eva Party using my party number #280 (5)
~Become a Guy and Eva Advisor (5)
~Purchase any Guy and Eva Piece from Stacy's online store using my party number(10)
~Follow me on Twitter (2)
~Tweet this giveaway leaving me your link. (3x a day Not back to back) (1 entry each)
~Grab my button and tell me where it is (5)
~Blog about this giveaway and leave me the link (8)

This giveaway will end on May 25 @ 10p.m Eastern

*This giveaway is open to US and Canada only. Winner will be chosen randomly. An email notification will be sent to the email address provided by the winner. The winner must respond within 48 hours. Failure to do so will result in being disqualified and a new winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary Solange necklace in exchange for my honest review. The opinions & thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review.

Chris Brogan Challenge : How Schools Could Use Social Media

As I was sitting in a lonely hotel room, waiting for my husband to get out of work, I was searching the web for new ideas for my blog. During my search, I came across a guy named Chris Brogan, author of Social Media 101 and coauthor of Trust Agents. Mr. Brogan had made a list of 100 blog topics that he hoped “I” would write about. Many of his ideas fit me perfectly, while others I’m not really sure what they are. In all my boredom, I decided to challenge myself to write about all 100 of his topics. This won’t be easy, since some of the topics are a big question mark to me, but a little research never hurt anyone. Figuring in the fact that I don’t write real posts on the weekend, this challenge will be 100% successful if I complete it in 20 weeks. So let’s begin…Day Twelve – Topic Twelve(still here)!

There are many ways that high schools and colleges could take advantage of using Social Media. I think schools could use Twitter to update or remind students about important events coming up. Imagine a big away game approaching. You definitely want to make sure that you have fans in the crowd. Send out a tweet to the entire student body reminding them of when and where the big game is going to be held. Now imagine a fundraiser, dance, or sporting event happening at the school. Why now send out a tweet with a code that is good for a discount? We all know that we are more likely to buy something if it’s on sale.

I believe Facebook would be good for schools to hold class discussions. If each teacher had a class facebook page, the student could join and be there to help each others with questions, bounce ideas off one another, or just remind someone what the homework is. They could add a discussion section with a question each week that encourages the students to think outside the box and interact with one another. This medium would be good for those that are on the shyer side and don’t feel comfortable speaking up in class. How do you think school could use Social Media? Grab a latte, put up your feet, and join the discussion!

Tricky Trivia

How long is an adult's giraffe's tongue?

Take a guess in the comments below!

Awesome Giveaway: The Charm Factory

Charm bracelets are a good way to help remember important events or trips in our lives. They are also a good way to display something that is important to you. I have never owned a charm bracelet, so I was thrilled when the Charm Factory sent this beautiful Awareness Bracelet for me to review.

My friends and I are currently raising money to support Relay for Life. This bracelet it a great reminder of how hard we have worked for this very important cause and a reminder of how much more work there is left to do. My bracelet is not only beautiful, but it is also lightweight, sturdy, and made in the U.S. All Charm Factory silver bracelets and charms are .925 sterling silver and free of nickel and lead.

The Charm Factory offers a great variety in jewelry. You can purchase a beautiful bracelet that has already been made or you can create your own. The Charm factory offers 28 different themes, so you are sure to find one that suits your personality and needs. My girls have been looking at all the different choices and can’t wait to build their own charm bracelet for their birthdays. Along with charms and bracelets you can also find affirmation rings, beads, cell phone straps, engraved jewelry tags, pendants, and so much more!

The lovely people at the Charm Factory have offered one lucky reader of Between the Lines their choice of a premade bracelet. Click Here to see all the fabulous choices!

Mandatory Entry: Visit the Charm Factory and come back and tell me your two favorite charms.

Extras: (Remember each entry must have a separate comment and an email address is needed to contact winner.)

~Follow Between the Lines (3)
~Subscribe by Email (3)
~ Grab my button and leave a link of where it’s displayed (5)
~Follow me on Twitter (2)
~Follow the Charm Factory on Twitter (2)
~ “Like” Charm Factory on Facebook (1)
~Tweet this giveaway leaving me your link. (3x a day not back to back) (1 entry each)
~Blog about this giveaway and leave me a link (10)
~Make a purchase from the Charm Factory (10)

This giveaway will end on May 28@ 10p.m Eastern

*This giveaway is open to US and Canada only. Winner will be chosen randomly. An email notification will be sent to the email address provided by the winner. The winner must respond within 48 hours. Failure to do so will result in being disqualified and a new winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary bracelet in exchange for my honest review. The opinions & thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review.

Recipe Corner: Caramel Turtle Brownies

This is one of my favorite desserts! I love brownies, caramels, and pecans…So why not put them together?!? This is definitely one you’ll want to keep! And don’t forget to contact me if you are interested in having your blog and your yummy recipe featured in a Fabulous Food Friday Post. Whether you bake it, sauté it, or just microwave it, send it in! Share your yummy food and you may find yourself with new visitors. Please email me directly if you are interested. (betweenthelines-kam@hotmail.com 

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 pound whole pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan. Set aside.
2. Unwrap caramels and place in saucepan with 2 Tablespoons evaporated milk. Melt over medium to low heat, stirring constantly.
3. In a large bowl, combine the remaining evaporated milk, dry cake mix, and melted butter. Stir until well blended. Spread half of this mixture in the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
4. Remove brownies from oven. Sprinkle chocolate chips and drizzle melted caramels over the top. Drop remaining cake mixture by teaspoonfuls over all. Return to oven for 20 minutes. Garnish with whole pecans if you'd like.

Chris Brogan Challenge : My Children Will Do it Differently

As I was sitting in a lonely hotel room, waiting for my husband to get out of work, I was searching the web for new ideas for my blog. During my search, I came across a guy named Chris Brogan, author of Social Media 101 and coauthor of Trust Agents. Mr. Brogan had made a list of 100 blog topics that he hoped “I” would write about. Many of his ideas fit me perfectly, while others I’m not really sure what they are. In all my boredom, I decided to challenge myself to write about all 100 of his topics. This won’t be easy, since some of the topics are a big question mark to me, but a little research never hurt anyone. Figuring in the fact that I don’t write real posts on the weekend, this challenge will be 100% successful if I complete it in 20 weeks. So let’s begin…Day Eleven – Topic Eleven(still going)!

This is a very open-ended topic because I believe that my children will do many, if not most things, differently when they grow up. If we talk about the technology world, there is no telling what kind of gadgets and gizmos our children will be using when they are our age. Technology changes on a daily basis and it’s hard to keep up. Although cell phones and iPods are commonplace today, we would never have envisioned them growing up. I remember when I was young, the cordless phone was such a fascinating invention. Of course it didn’t hurt that Zac Morris, from Saved By the Bell, had one (a portable one I might add)! Who know what our kids will have. Perhaps video phones in their sun glasses? I also remember growing up and listening to my parent’s record. They always sounded better than the tapes we had, but they weren’t as portable. My kids don’t even know what a record is and I have a feeling my grandkids won’t know what a CD is! It is hard to imagine what they will come up with after iPods and MP3 players, but I’m sure it will be smaller and better. I imagine my kids having a small hidden ear piece that hold over 100G of music. There is no way to tell how technology will change our children’s lives, but if it is anything like Back to Future, I hope I’m around to try a hover board!

Tricky Trivia

What is the average number of words in an average person's vocabulary?

Take a guess in the comments below!

Silent Sunday

~Circus Bound~

To My Mom

Happy Mother's Day to my wonderful Mom!  Thank you for all you've done and all you still do for me and my girls!  I love you!!