Before I go to bed

My eyes are so heavy already but still fighting it though. Before going to bed I must rush and check out this raleigh accounting firm. A friend who recently moved to NC is looking for one since it’s almost the end of the year and before we know it tax season will just be around the corner. I know very well the feeling of doing things at the last minute, it’s not fun at all. Since she knows I’m into blogging and bumps into different companies most of the time, she thought I can help her with some feedback. Alright so I will check it out first and send her the link later.

Busy days ahead

Momshe will be so hectically busy in the days ahead guys, so i am not sure if am gonna be online more often. Though is just for a mater of days because i am excited to say that this is it! We are finnay heading up to the sun shine state. Too much packing to do here and there! And by the time I'm done i guess am pooped out! I wish i have my mom and sister here to help me but sadly they're not so i think i will do my best to get things ready. Wish me good! Wink!

Window shopping

One of the things I enjoy doing online is window shopping. You see, we can actually hop through multiple stores all at the same time without the hassle. I do enjoy visiting different home decorating store, I often end up having this bucket list of items I want to have. I have to say home decors for the kitchen are really my thing. Stuff you can place in your China, bottles and glasses of different sizes, colors and shapes, I simply adore them! I know a lot of moms can relate to me on this one. We just love the best job in the world which is being a home-maker, the best we can be.

Pizza Girl

She knows what she want, and she want cheese pizza and bread sticks! haha. She can eat them everyday if we allow her but we don't. Kids sometimes are so finicky and they stick in one thing and get bored all of a sudden, if they want that one thing all they ask is that one thing haha for a period of time. In contrary for the boy he likes pepperoni and cheese. Once a week or so we had a pizza night, and they get all excited of course kids and pizzas get a long very huh! If your kids are finicky as well, pizza might be excluded, the only food you can't go wrong! Wink.

The cure for the finicky little Missy : Funbites Review

Feeding two kids is fun but definitely a challenged as well. I’d like to give them hearty, homemade meals every time as much as possible, yet sometimes the very food they like to eat are the ones from the fast food. Not to mention they tend to be so finicky especially with vegetables. The little Missy enjoys food but choosy as well, it should be desirable to her eyes or else she’ll refuse to even give it a try. So to beat the fuss over food, I looked for ways to make her plate eye-candy. With the help of course of some essential tools such as Funbites.

They are pieces of plastics with different shapes that come with a curved blade cutter that’s able to create small, fun bites. I have here several shapes but the little miss loves ‘Luv it!’ This mold creates a big heart and so as several tiny ones. As you can see in the photo above, strawberries look extra tempting and fun to eat. Vegetables like squash, potatoes, etc looks pretty as well when they are turned into cute-shaped tidbits.

Moms out there, I definitely recommend keeping this tool in handy. If your little ones see such a happy and fun platter, they can be finicky no more. Winks!

Flu season

Just a reminder for moms out there since it is flue season is just around the corner, do not forget to give our lil ones their flu shots or flu mist for their protection. It is really hard watching them to get sick so one thing we can do is prevention! I just had my kiddos their flu mists, i chose this rather than shots because i can't stand them being poke by those painful needles! :(. I recommend mists for little toddlers, it's so easy just inhale the mists in just a matter of seconds and that's it no screaming and upsetting. You can ask your doctors about it or they will recommend it for you! Either way would be good whichever comfortable huh!

Barbie Pink Dreams Giveaway

This is awesome isn't it? Every mom would eager to have this cool barbie house for their lil princess! Well, who know you could have this just for free, Yes! When you join the giveaway! Don't miss the once in a blue moon chance, this is perfect for holiday gift, and for sure your girl would have an ear to ear smile and very much delighted! She'll be happy! Welcome to the Barbie Pink Dreams Event!

Hosted by Mom to Bed by 8

Special thanks to our lovely co-hosts Barbara's Beat, Crazy & Cool with a side of Crafty, Shopaholic Mommy, Capri's Coupons and The World of ContestPatti!

The Barbie 3-Story Dreamhouse is the ultimate luxury home, and it's newly renovated with fab pink columns on glamorous photo-real wallpaper. Three fabulous stories include an elevator, lights and sounds. The first floor features a dining area, fully stocked kitchen and elegant, light-up chandelier. The second floor has a living room with a TV and "Roaring" fireplace, plus a signature-style bathroom. On the third floor is a posh bedroom suite with canopy bed and an outdoor balcony with a hot tub and tiki lights. Sounds include a doorbell, kitchen diner, crackling fireplace, running shower water and flushing toilets.

Barbie 3-Story Dreamhouse:

• Ultimate luxury home newly renovated with fab pink columns on glamorous photo-real wallpaper
• Made of plastic
• 3 fabulous stories with dining area, kitchen, living room, bathroom, bedroom suite and outdoor balcony
• Includes elevator, light-up chandelier, TV, "roaring" fireplace, canopy bed, hot tub and tiki lights
• Sounds include a doorbell, kitchen timer, crackling fireplace, running shower water and flushing toilet
• Dolls not included
• 3 AG13 and 3 AA batteries included
• Dollhouse Dimensions: 29.92"L x 7.19"W x 31.99"H
• Box Dimensions: 30.50"L x 8.00"W x 33.00"H
• Adult assembly required
• Takes approximately 30 minutes to assemble

One lucky reader will receive the Barbie Pink 3-Story Dream Townhouse!

Giveaway ends October 30th at 11:59pm, open to US and Canadian residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Noodle & Boo Review

They say having a baby will make you feel younger, can I add something? I think having kids will make you feel and look younger as well. The special kind of bond a mom has towards her kids is indescribable but definitely it shows. Young and fragile as they are, we mothers will make sure to give them nothing but the best as much as possible. And that includes using products that are safe and gentle to their young and sensitive skin. Noodle & Boo is one example. Their line of baby skin care and maternity products are formulated to be safe for babies and pregnant moms. I actually used their elasticity oil when I was conceiving. It prevented stretch marks and got rid of itchy belly so well! I also need to mention about their extra gentle shampoo, it does well to make my little girl’s locks soft, lovely, and healthy. What about their super soft lotion? The little girl especially loves it, she makes sure to pat it all over after bath like a real grown up Missy. LOL!

Noodle & Boo baby care and maternity products are indeed cool and lovely essentials for mothers and the little ones. No wonder a lot of celebrity moms recommend them too. Winks!

Blast Weekend

The kids had a blast last Saturday! We went for a ride to Nashville and visited for the second time around the centennial park where the Parthenon of Athena located. Park was packed had a wedding and band singing! The girl and boy got to roamed around and freely like a bird in the sky, haha. Then we found a train display at the east part of the park as well a military plane, twas really cool! My boy had to explore and experienced about the history of the state, well thus would be added to his home schooling extra curricular activities and his time spending on this kind of field trip are credited to his hours, so pretty cool, huh? We love this! They're just like me love outdoors and adventure! Wink!

Hows your weekend by the way?

Today

Time passed by so fast, I can still remember when our plans of moving to FL were first brought up by the in laws. We were anxious, excited, optimistic, mixed emotions we then had. Now it’s really happening and today my bro-in-law and his wife are leaving. They are going ahead of us that’s why they are so busy right at this moment I know, they might be packing their luggage already and their stuff including wall cabinets stuff.  We are going to be so busy in the coming of days but at the same time looking forward to what’s in store over there. Anyway, got to go for now, will sort still cluttered stuff in the the rooms, it’s long overdue I have to do it today. See ya later!

She got a taste

I am talking about my 3 year old daughter, i tell you the girl got the taste of her own already, lol. I was window shopping online looking for outerwear for them and we both sat down on the chair, when i bumped to this super cute toddlers jacket, she screamed and said " I WANT THAT MOM" what a fashionista! She love the style of course and the color she likes it yellow, actually there are three different colors but she managed to like this in such a short noticed! She's bugging me to get it with matching please, please! haha. Just can't get enough with her reaction when she sees beautiful girly stuff, oh well she's always on the line! 

Step2 LifeStyle Legacy Kitchen Giveaway

Another great gift to give for our little ones! So mommies out there i am inviting you to participate to the coolest giveaway event right now. I myself been wanting to have this awesome pretend toy for my kids. I am sure this would be so much fun for them to play!

With holiday just around the corner Real Mom Reviews, myself and a bunch of other bloggers have teamed up to bring you one of this years hottest gifts! The Step2 LifeStyle Legacy Kitchen is a fun-size kitchen that is perfect for any space with loads of value packed into a fun, multi-level kitchen great for any age boy of girl!

Features Include:

• Fun, tasteful color and surface decals
• Multi-level counter tops with sink & swivel faucet, two stove burners with clicking knobs, and a fun cutting board decal.
• Accessory set includes 2 full place settings, 5-piece serving set, salt & pepper shakers, 3 bins for storage, coffee pot, phone, pot holder, and a pot and pan with lids
• 2 electronic features include stove and phone
• 2 "Woven" storage baskets and 1 recycle basket fit underneath
• Bake a treat in the oven or make a quick snack in the microwave
• Realistic refrigerator features "water" dispenser
• Loads of built-in storage makes clean up a breeze
• Durable poly construction
• Minimal adult assembly required

One super lucky reader will win a Step2 LifeStyle Legacy Kitchen. Giveaway is open to US residents only and ends on 10/30 at 11:59pm! Please make sure you read the Giveaway Rules before you enter!
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Her Castle Bed

Our lil girl adores princesses, she thought she's one of them and we always tells her that she is our lil princess! She gives us smile as she hears that phrases. So daddy came up an idea to build a princess bed, twas last year that daddy finished it in just a matter of week because his princess A is so excited about it!  What he did was built a castle bed with all the extra accessories on it! He did the foundation and designed, meanwhile momshe did the paintings. It matched her room purple and pink, lol. Then i glued some crystal beaded stickers here and there so that it will really look like a princess castle. Plus the princess bedding's of course for the final look. There's a crown and arches. One arch is missing yet daddy will gonna fix it in no time! What you think? Isn't it neat! Feel free to ask a quote about customized kids bed we are here for yah! Wink!

Every little girl is always a princess in their own BIG way! hehe. 

Wine making is cool!

The process of making wine calls for plenty of time, expertise, and a whole lot of talent but you know what, you can actually make a wine of your own nowadays. There are wine making kits, for example the ones from Wine expert that allows you to formulate your own flavor and aroma. The kit includes 10 liters of pure varietal grape juice and concentrations. I don’t drink, well occasionally but it’s quite interesting to know it’s possible. You see, it allows you to experiment flavors and lessen alcohol content, store it in fancy bottles and have it as your collection or as a beautiful present. Nice!

Doctor's Appointment

Seems kids still feeling sick for the past 2 weeks since we arrived from Florida they have this colds that's hard to go away! We thought of being stress from traveling is a one big factor of them not feeling good. So we decided to call up their doctor because getting worried about something is more serious! Wednesday had their appointments, to our nice surprised the doctor stated that they are totally fine, nothing much to be worry about, their immune system are fighting and their respiratory is clear! Not enough to take antibiotic doctor said. So i am relieved. 

Bloggers Wanted ~ Barbie Dream Townhouse Event

The Barbie Dream Townhouse Event is hosted by Mom to Bed by 8.

Prize: Barbie Dream Townhouse

The event dates: 10/15 - 10/30

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Mom Time

On the weekend while the husband is home i usually have a lonesome moment with myself, i get to relax and just chill and the rest leave it to the daddy, haha. Last Sunday what i did was pampering my nails, i did some manicure and try some nail polish on. I ended up this style that i very much loved. It reminds me back home when i was in college my mom hires her personal manicurist and pedicurist and sissy and i also wanted to clean our toes and hands, that was fun time for us three Maria's.  Since am away from them i learned to do it myself! This style is like a french nail although instead the traditional french nail design there's a twist, pretty sure my mom knows the name. Wink!

Bloggers Wanted: PlasmaBike Giveaway Event

Once again i am so thrilled on this event, another exciting giveaway for our little ones. A lucky winner will get a PlasmaBike. This giveaway is available to US and Canada.

Sign Ups are now open for the PlasmaBike Giveaway Event. This is a free event to join! 

Prize: Plasma Bike 

Want to know more about it? Check out Natural Mama Review! 

Event dates: Oct 15-29,2012 

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Garden Playhouse Giveaway

Do you want to surprise your kids with new toys? If so guys join this very fun and cool giveaway. You could be the winner of this imaginary playhouse toy for your children, pretty sure when they receive things like this kids will be in cloud 9. I personally wanted to have one! So come and join this giveaway.

The Little Tikes Secret Garden Playhouse is creatively charming and will provide fun for hours for both boys and girls. This adorable playhouse can be kept indoors or outdoors. Well-designed and every side offers a different dimension of fun at every turn. The built-in table with stool within the Secret Garden playhouse allows the kids to pretend play as servers of cakes, buns, and other eatables. A child pretending to be a customer can sit on the outside stool and make the purchase. A canopy over the table offers shade and another built in table for the pretend play customers. The re is even a battery-operated doorbell on the side to alert the server.

The Little Tikes Secret Garden Playhouse features a working "dutch" door for easy entry for servers and crawl-through garden gate provides added fun. There is even a play sink with faucet for cleanup time. With all these features, the Secret Garden playhouse not only offers lots of fun to the kids, but also sparks their imagination and helps develop interactive skills while learning good manners.
Little Tikes Secret Garden Playhouse Features:

• Built-in table with stool
• Awning over the table for shade
• Working "dutch" door and doorbell
• Crawl-through garden gate
• Built-in role play features
• Play sink with faucet
• Assembly required
• Dimensions: 36"L x 84"W x 65"H

One lucky reader will receive the Little Tikes Secret Garden Playhouse

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Giveaway ends October 22nd at 11:59pm, open US and Canadian Residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!
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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. Motherly Instinct is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.