The Shewbridges of Central Florida

Happy Groundhog Day - Prediction from Puxatony Phil

2012-02-02T15:49:00.000-05:00

. Photo Credit Happy Groundhog Day, the day when Puxatony Phil in Pennsylvania comes out of his hatch to predict weather (pun intended) we will have a short winter or a L-O-N-G winter, depending on his ability to see his shadow or not. Well here it is, folks..... Isn't he a cutie pie? So it looks like winter will be six more weeks. I wouldn't mind having six more weeks of the wonderful

HELP! My @HooverClean Vacuum Just Died - Smoke and All

2012-02-02T13:47:00.001-05:00

. Photo Credit When Bill and I were dating in 1995 and I was living on my own, he bought me a Hoover vacuum - romantic, huh? Actually, it was what I needed and I put it together myself with my Swiss Army knife. I remember my oldest son, who was 7 at the time, telling me that I needed "daddy's help" to do it, but was so impressed with me because I did it all on my own. It was a defining moment

Wordless Wednesday: 2/1/2012 ~ My Son, Nikolaus and his Girlfriend, Michelle

2012-02-01T14:05:00.000-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. I miss Nikolaus SO much, and I can't wait to meet Michelle in person! For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to

Monday's Music Moves Me: 1/30/2012 ~ On Broadway

2012-01-30T01:26:00.001-05:00

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Common Questions about Winter Skin

2012-01-28T21:39:00.000-05:00

. ~ I’m using the ANTI-AGE Regimen as directed and my skin has recently become dry and a little flaky. Should I stop using the Daily Cleansing Mask? ~ Skin and skincare needs change over time. Dryness could be the results of a few things: changes in diet, hydration, weather or activity levels. The ANTI-AGE Regimen helps to increase cell turnover. As new cells push up toward the skin’s surface

Tribute to Mai-Li Louise Shewbridge 06/05/05 - 01/13/2012

2012-01-26T22:21:00.001-05:00

. As most of you know, we lost our littlest Yorkie, Mai-Li, on Friday, January 13th. She was only 6 1/2 but had several health problems since she was little, or since she was young I should say since she only weighed a little over 4 pounds. She was lucky enough to have given birth to two litters, of which we have one baby each: Mumbo and Wiggles. Here they are all together..... (L-R)

Monday's Music Moves Me: 1/23/2012 ~ Are You Ready for Some Football?

2012-01-23T01:15:00.000-05:00

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Clinical Depression - I Have Nothing to Be Ashamed Of.....

2012-01-22T17:29:00.001-05:00

. As some of you know, I suffer from clinical depression as part of PTSD, which my doctor and I have been treating with medication and therapy for several years pretty successfully. I have had a setback recently with the loss of my little doggie Mai-Li, but with the help of my wonderful husband and the many, many wonderful messages from several of you fabulous friends on Facebook and Twitter, I

Monday's Music Moves Me: 1/16/2012 ~ Our Wedding Day 1997

2012-01-16T15:45:00.000-05:00

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I'm In a Funk

2012-01-15T23:28:00.000-05:00

As most of you know, I lost one of my dear little doggies last Friday. I have been in a bit of a depression since then and have not felt much like blogging. I am working on a tribute post to her and will also get to visiting you all soon. I want to thank you all so much for your kind words on Twitter and Facebook, your love and friendship has meant more than you can ever know. Thank you so

Canine Freestyle Dancing - Incredible!

2012-01-10T12:51:00.000-05:00

. I found an article on AOL regarding exercise for you and your dogs and one of the recommendations was Canine Freestyle Dancing. I could never see our dogs doing this, but the following video is incredible. Hope you enjoy it..... How adorable is that? Don't they look like they are having fun? .

Monday's Music Moves Me: 1/9/2012 ~ In Honor of the King

2012-01-09T00:27:00.000-05:00

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Skin Care Questions for the New Year - Rodan + Fields

2012-01-08T22:03:00.000-05:00

. It’s a new year and I really want to have beautiful skin that looks clear and refreshed. Which regimen should I try? Sounds like a perfect opportunity to begin using the REVERSE Regimen to address discolorations and dull and uneven skin tone that result from hormones, post-acne dark marks and sun damage. Once skin is cleared of this unevenness, it will appear more radiant and

Happy 77th Birthday Elvis Presley - You're Still the King!

2012-01-08T18:54:00.001-05:00

. Today Elvis Presley would have been 77 years old - did any of you think I'd let this day pass without mentioning it??? I bet if he was still around, he would be rockin' and shaking his hips and making ladies (myself included) swoon. A beautiful life taken much too soon. Here is something from me to him.... He was The King of Rock and always will be.... Some great photos throughout his

A Thousand Words Thursday: 1/5/2012 ~ Santa Mandie

2012-01-05T15:18:00.000-05:00

. Check out Musings of the Mom Jen to see the reason she started "A Thousand Words Thursday" - it is kind-of the way I feel about my screen saver, so I decided to join in and showcase some of my photos each week that bring me "unexpected reminiscing," as Jen calls it. Hope you enjoy the photos and feel free to join along! So grab the button on Jen's site and post a photo that brings a

Wordless Wednesday: 1/4/2012 ~ Nano and Mia Make New Friends - Russian Wolfhounds, BIG DOGS!

2012-01-04T12:57:00.001-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you know you like comments, they do too!! .

New Year's Resolutions ~ Why We Fail

2012-01-03T16:05:00.000-05:00

. Happy New Year to all my wonderful friends! Wishing you health, happiness, success and love in the new year and beyond! .

Monday's Music Moves Me: 1/2/2012 ~ Duets for the New Year

2012-01-02T14:42:00.000-05:00

. Here I go again, messing up on the day again. What a way to start off the new year. I swear I'll be better next week. I forgot yesterday was Sunday, so I'm late again....

'Tis the Season for Healthy Skin

2011-12-29T21:10:00.001-05:00

. ‘Tis the season for little black dresses, holiday parties and New Year’s toasts – with the continuous flow of holiday celebration, December and January offer endless reasons and opportunities to indulge in a drink … or two. While there’s no shame in the occasional glass of champagne, remember that alcohol can take a toll on your appearance. Check out this week’s webisode of Skinpact News, “

Wordless Wednesday: 12/28/2011 ~ My Ricotta Pie was a Big Hit with Everyone!

2011-12-28T15:59:00.001-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. Bill and Mai-Li sharing the pie Mai-Li stealing daddy's pie Mai-Li stealing more pie Can you tell she really liked it? For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link,

Monday's Music Moves Me: 12/26/2011 ~ Happy New Year!!

2011-12-26T10:23:00.001-05:00

. Sorry I'm so late... I forgot yesterday was Sunday ~ OOPS!! Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. =)

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Puppy Love

2011-12-25T15:33:00.000-05:00

Nano and Daddy on Christmas morning

Merry Christmas 2011

2011-12-25T13:33:00.000-05:00

. Believe it or not, this only took 5 tries. I have such blogger puppies! =) Wishing you all a very merry Christmas with the ones you love. Please keep in mind those serving our country who cannot be with the ones they love this time of year and all year long. Huggles, everyone!

I Love Christmas Post #14

2011-12-24T11:38:00.000-05:00

. This is one of the sweetest videos I have seen all year..... Hope you all have the best Christmas ever! .

I Love Christmas Post #13

2011-12-23T22:04:00.000-05:00

. I love sending and receiving Christmas cards! Thanks to all my friends and family for your beautiful cards. .

I Love Christmas Post #12

2011-12-23T00:06:00.000-05:00

. TeeHee! I never thought of this - my poor star. .

I Love Christmas Post #11

2011-12-22T12:11:00.000-05:00

. Christmas in Florida is the best..... Weather courtesy of WKMG ClickOrlando.com

The Doctor is In … the Christmas Crush

2011-12-21T18:54:00.001-05:00

. By Dr. Kathy Fields Around the office, we call it the Christmas Crush—people putting off appointments until the last minute and then clamoring to be diagnosed, treated and recovered before the family photo op, the Hawaiian getaway, or the New Year’s bash. Not that I’m judging. I’m as likely as anyone to put off a doctor’s visit. In fact, I’ve come to believe procrastination for most

Wordless Wednesday: Dec. 21, 2011 ~ Me and my Baby Mandie

2011-12-21T09:46:00.000-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you know you like comments, they do too!! .

Happy Hanukkah (Chanukah)

2011-12-20T14:39:00.000-05:00

. Tonight at sundown begins the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah, which means "dedication" in Hebrew, correlating to the 25th of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar . Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday is celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games and gifts. There are many traditions and celebrations linked to the history of this beautiful eight-day

Southwood, FL Family Wins National Contest for Their Christmas Light Display

2011-12-19T12:07:00.000-05:00

. The home of Derek and Courtney Whitis in SouthWood, which has been drawing spectators to its colorful and musical light display for weeks, has won the Good Morning America Big Bright Holiday Lights showdown contest. The visual display is accompanied by a four-minute soundtrack that plays a portion of the song for each branch of the military. While the display will likely send the

Monday's Music Moves Me: 12/19/2011 ~ Six Days 'Til Christmas Plus a Little Hanukkah, Too

2011-12-19T01:52:00.000-05:00

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A Meme for the End of the Year from My Friend Grace

2011-12-18T21:56:00.000-05:00

. Where did 2011 go? Wasn't it just yesterday when we welcomed 2011 and now, there’s only a few days left before we use a new calendar. How did 2011 treat you? So-so? really lousy (I sure hope not!)? What’s more perfect to look back on the year by answering this meme. My friend Grace over at Sandier Pastures has this great meme that she has been doing at the end of the year since 2006, I

I Love Christmas Post #10

2011-12-17T21:32:00.000-05:00

. Most of you know that I LOVE my rock and roll music, but I don't know how many of you know that I also love Christmas lights that are synchronized with music. We have a house here in town that is absolutely beautifully done each year and he takes donations for local charities. This house however, my hubby found and sent it to me because he knew I would LOVE it. It combines my love of all

I Love Christmas Post #9

2011-12-16T14:20:00.000-05:00

. One of the best things about living here in Celebration is the Now Snowing Nightly that happens each year from the day after Thanksgiving to New Years Day every night 3 times a night. It draws families from all over the country and even the world. It is actually a soapy substance that looks like snow, but it just as slippery as real snow, so I stay away from it - you know me, I can't stay

Holiday Skin Care Questions and Answers

2011-12-13T15:04:00.000-05:00

. With the holidays upon us, our schedules are completely a mess and our food consumption has definitely changed - and our skin pays for this. Here are a couple of commonly asked questions and answers supplied by Mary Radford, RN of Rodan + Fields Dermatologists..... This is my favorite time of year and I love to entertain which means my hands are taking a beating from either cleaning or

Gift Wrapping Tip for Big Gifts - Not Like a Car, DUH!

2011-12-13T12:10:00.000-05:00

. My hubby found this tip on the web and I thought it was absolutely fabulous so I wanted to share it with all of you, my wonderful friends..... Do you have a large gift to wrap? Rather than struggle with regular gift wrapping paper, use a paper tablecloth to wrap your large gift.You usually can find one with a holiday pattern or solid colors .. and often at the dollar store! How cool is

I Love Christmas Post #8

2011-12-12T23:56:00.001-05:00

. Carlson School of Management Flash Mob

Monday's Music Moves Me: Dec. 12, 2011 ~ Only Two Weeks Until Christmas!!

2011-12-11T23:40:00.001-05:00

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I Love Christmas Post #7

2011-12-11T21:09:00.001-05:00

. Q. What do snowmen wear on their heads? A. Ice caps. Q. What do you get if you cross a snowman and a shark? A. Frost bite. Q. Where do snowmen go to dance? A. A snow ball. Q. What do you call an unreliable snowman? A. A snow flake. Ok, I know these are super silly... but I made you smile, come on admit it! HUGGLES...

The Christmas Spirit in Action

2011-12-11T14:52:00.001-05:00

. Last Wednesday while out to dinner with Bill for my birthday - y'all did know it was my birthday, right? TeeHee - the most wonderful and amazing thing happened to me. I have this adorable button that Bill gave me that I always wear on my birthday that is just too silly, but it makes people smile (which you all know is my goal in life) and it usually gets me several birthday wishes from people

I Love Christmas Post #6

2011-12-09T22:27:00.000-05:00

. Celebration Community Santa & Mrs. Claus Nano showing love to Mr. & Mrs. Claus

RIP Harry Morgan ~ April 10, 1915 – December 7, 2011

2011-12-09T20:45:00.000-05:00

. I have always been a huge fan of Harry Morgan, from his days in Dragnet to all the old movies he has been in and especially as Col. Sherman T. Potter in the series M*A*S*H (one of my favorite TV shows). I was so saddened to hear of his passing - an on my birthday, too. But he led a long fulfilling life with two loving wives, the first ending when his beloved Eileen Detchon (who's photo

Xmas Ornament Xchange Over at RunDMT - Sign up Until 12/11/2011

2011-12-08T15:35:00.000-05:00

. My friend Denise of Run DMT is hosting an ornament exchange that I am participating in and I'd love to help her get more participants along with lots of you, my friends to participate also. I know it is last minute, but I just found out about it because I've had such a busy week - you know with my BIRTHDAY and all... TeeHee! She is taking sign ups until Sunday, December 11th over at her blog

Perfect Gift for the Disney Lover Who Never Grew Up ~ #D23 Silver Membership Giveaway!!

2011-12-08T09:43:00.001-05:00

. GIVEAWAY CLOSED From Random.org the winner is #48 Jennifer said... I subscribed via RSS on Google page :) CONGRATULATIONS!! As most, if not all, of you know, I am obsessed with all things Disney! Bill and I will take every opportunity to go to Disney World that we can, we use our annual passes that we purchase every year. We love going to the Flower and Garden Show in the Spring and the

I Love Christmas Post #5

2011-12-06T15:18:00.000-05:00

. The Most Wonderful Boys in the Whole World!! .

I Love Christmas Post #4

2011-12-05T15:10:00.000-05:00

. Photo Credit Some of the things that make Christmas SOOO wonderful in my life and bring joy to our house: Mumbo Daniel, Mai-Li Louise, Mandie Kathryn, Maila Bridgette (hiding), Mia Judith, and Nano Bytes Aren't they just so darned adorable?? How could you not love them?

Happy 110th Birthday Walt Disney

2011-12-05T13:33:00.000-05:00

. Born Walter Elias Disney on December 5, 1901, the man who became the American Icon was a film producer, director, screenwriter, voice actor, animator, entrepreneur, entertainer, and philanthropist. During his lifetime he received four honorary Academy Awards and won twenty-two Academy Awards from a total of fifty-nine nominations, including a record four in one year, giving him more awards

Monday's Music Moves Me: 12/4/2011 ~ Christmas is Getting Closer!

2011-12-05T00:48:00.000-05:00

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How to Look Your Best this Holiday Season.... Let Me Help!!

2011-12-04T20:06:00.001-05:00

. Have I got some magnificent specials for you from Rodan + Fields for this holiday season. Do you have someone special you want to give the gift of beautiful skin to - or do YOU want beautiful skin yourself? Let me show you what lovely gifts are available..... Love Your Lips Holiday Collection Get the perfect pucker this holiday season with everything you need for smooth, full,

I Love Christmas Post #3

2011-12-04T05:33:00.001-05:00

. Q. What would a reindeer do if it lost its tail? A. It would go to a re-tail shop for a new one! Q. Which of Santa's reindeer has bad manners? A. Rude-olph! Q. Why did Santa's helper see a therapist? A. Because he had low elf esteem! Q. How do elves greet each other? A. "Small world, isn't it?" OK, so they are totally sill, but I know I made you smile.... =)

I Love Christmas Post #2

2011-12-03T17:09:00.000-05:00

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Rodan and Fields Chance to Win Soothe Regimen

2011-12-01T21:37:00.000-05:00

. With the winter weather upon us, the elements can do a number on our skin. The Rodan + Fields Soothe regimen is clinically proven to reduce redness and irritation in as little as 5 minutes. SOOTHE shields against the biological and environmental aggressors that can trigger inflammation, helps fortify skin’s natural moisture barrier, calms visible redness, and reduces irritation. Over at the

I Love Christmas Post #1

2011-12-01T19:34:00.002-05:00

. Since we are in the Christmas season, I have decided to post one Christmas thing per day until the 25th. Nothing fancy, just something that strikes me funny or moves me or that I think y'all will like. Today I wanted to post something silly that I made, because that's just who I am. Hope you like it..... http://petzooba.com/

Wordless Wednesday: Nov. 30, 2011 ~ People I Love

2011-11-30T14:16:00.000-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. Mia, Daddy and Wiggles enjoying fireworks on Founder's Day For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a

Thank You to My Bloggy Friend Tami

2011-11-29T18:48:00.000-05:00

. My dear friend Tami of Misc. Ramblings reviewed the book Photobooth Dogs by Cameron Woo and I left a comment on her blog about how adorable the book seemed and that it looked like something I would do with my babies. Tami is also an animal lover like me and has a menagerie of pets at her home that she has rescued. Her heart is as huge as the Grinch's at the end of the movie. The other day in

Monday's Music Moves Me: Nov. 28, 2011 ~ I LOVE Christmas.....

2011-11-28T14:15:00.001-05:00

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Thanksgiving 2011

2011-11-24T19:48:00.000-05:00

Monday's Music Moves Me: Nov. 21, 2011 ~ Songs to be Thankful For

2011-11-21T00:35:00.002-05:00

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Happy 83rd Birthday Mickey Mouse

2011-11-18T03:38:00.001-05:00

. Eighty-three years ago today, my favorite little mouse, Mickey, debut in the cartoon Steamboat Willie... and has been going strong ever since. He has received nine nominations for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film and has won one. Walt Disney, the genius behind our little friend received an honorary Academy Award in 1932 in recognition of Mickey's creation and popularity.... who

Wordless Wednesday: Nov. 16, 2011 ~ Railroad in Germany at EPCOT

2011-11-16T17:04:00.000-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you know you like comments, they do too!! .

It's Starting to Look Like Christmas

2011-11-14T14:31:00.000-05:00

. OK, so now the silliness of the holidays has begun. Every year I make one of these and it is so much fun. You know that my goal in life is to make y'all smile, so I hope this does just that..... Wishing you all the very best holiday season! .

Monday's Music Moves Me: Nov. 14, 2011 ~ Color My World

2011-11-14T09:55:00.000-05:00

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Veteran's Day ~ 11/11/11

2011-11-11T09:17:00.000-05:00

. On this very unique Veteran's Day, I ask you all to take a moment during the day to remember all of those who serve our country, to thank them for all they sacrifice so that we have the freedoms we have. Please take a special moment to remember those who paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. Also keep in mind their families today as they remember the loss of a brother, sister, mother,

More Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything.....

2011-11-09T21:50:00.002-05:00

. Do you have that ONE person who it is just impossible to by a gift for? You know the one, no matter what you get them, you get that fake smile and a thank you and then you are asked for the receipt so that the gift can be returned for something that they can find that is more "appropriate." Well, I have found some gifts that will make anyone and everyone happy... take a look and decide for

Wordless Wednesday: November 9, 2011 - I Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Mommy!

2011-11-09T14:46:00.000-05:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. What you looking at? I didn't eat your candy! For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you

How do You Roll?

2011-11-08T16:50:00.000-05:00

Random Adorable Yorkie Photo

2011-11-07T13:22:00.000-05:00

. Photo Credit I saw Mia lying on the arm of the couch Sunday and thought she looked so pretty, so I snapped a photo of her and wanted to share it with you. Hope you have a great week. HUGGLES! .

Monday's Music Moves Me: Nov. 7, 2011 ~ Night Ranger Then and Now

2011-11-06T21:32:00.000-05:00

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Wordless Wednesday: November 2, 2011 ~ Two of my Babies Dressed for Fall

2011-11-02T11:56:00.000-04:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you know you like comments, they do too!! .

Halloween 2011

2011-11-01T14:32:00.003-04:00

. We've had a pretty busy Halloween around here... On Thursday evening, the local pet supply store, Woof Gang Bakery, that we totally adore because it is SO much more that just a pet store, (It is the place that held the adoption event where we were lucky enough to get Mandie.), held it's annual Howl-O-Ween party. We love going to this event as it is a chance to get together with friends and

Monday's Music Moves Me: October 31, 2011 ~ Spooky Halloween Time

2011-10-31T09:18:00.000-04:00

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Silly Halloween Funnies

2011-10-29T20:33:00.001-04:00

. What's a monster's favorite play? Romeo and Ghouliet What do you get when you cross Bambi with a ghost? Bamboo What's do you call a haunted chicken? A poultry-geist Why do mummies make excellent spies? They're good at keeping things under wraps What kind of monster is safe to put in the washing machine? A wash and wear wolf What do you get when you divide the diameter of a

Rodan and Fields Giveaway Winner

2011-10-27T09:44:00.000-04:00

. First of all I'd like to thank all of you who took the time out to enter my giveaway, you are all wonderful! So now for the big momment..... I am SO excited to announce: The winner as chosen through Random.org, with 68 entries is number 50 who is..... Carolyn G said... Follow on twitter: carogonza Random Number Generator Min:Max:

Rodan and Fields Before/After Photographs

2011-10-24T18:30:00.002-04:00

. As many of you know, I have recently partnered with the amazing dermatologist, Rodan and Fields, who created Proactiv in their fabulous venture in skincare. Here is a great video showing some before and after photographs of actual product users (you can see my 2 week progress on Facebook). Isn't this incredible? I am in love with these products and would LOVE for all of you to get the

Monday's Music Moves Me: October 24, 2011 - I'm Thinking About All My Friends

2011-10-24T02:12:00.001-04:00

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I LOVE Getting Together with Blogger Friends

2011-10-23T17:09:00.002-04:00

. I was so thrilled when Crystal of Simply Being Mommy contacted me via Twitter and told me that she was in Orlando at a conference for Ford - make sure subscribe to her blog so you can see WHY she was there, you will be AMAZED!! She and her family weren't going to be there for too long, but we were able to get together this morning for brunch at the Hilton Bonnet Creek where she was staying.

Larry the Cable Guy's Git-R-Done Foundation Charity Event

2011-10-20T16:25:00.004-04:00

. Sunday night was Larry the Cable Guy's Git-R-Done Foundation charity event with both silent and live auctions. Bill and I had the privilege to volunteer during the event checking in people as they arrived and helping them check out and pay for their auction items. The food was delicious and the people were very generous. Larry was SO nice and very grateful to all of the volunteers who helped

So Sad.... No Monday's Music Moves Me for me Today....

2011-10-17T13:33:00.002-04:00

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I'm so sorry that I didn't get a chance to post any songs this week for M4.... what a week I've had. I spent two days lying down because of vertigo, I had my business launch

Larry the Cable Guy's "Git-R-Done" Foundation Golf Classic

2011-10-12T02:13:00.000-04:00

. This weekend I have the privilege of helping my friend Lynn out at a charity event at the Grand Cypress Golf Club in Orlando, FL organized by Larry the Cable Guy's Git-R-Done Foundation to benefit Arnold Palmer Medical Center and the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. Larry won $300,000 on "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader." He is donating that money to The Arnold Palmer Foundation

Monday's Music Moves Me: Oct. 10, 2011 ~ I'm in an Elvis Kinda Mood

2011-10-10T03:01:00.000-04:00

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Rodan & Fields Skin Care: Prescription for Change; plus * Giveaway worth $200 *

2011-10-08T03:07:00.003-04:00

. GIVEAWAY CLOSED!! I am so excited to announce that I have partnered with two of the most famous dermatologists in changing skin and changing lives. I am sure that almost all of you have heard of Proactiv... well the doctors who developed that amazing product, Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields have developed a skin care line to answer the $2.5Billion - and growing daily - industry of ANTI-AGING!

How to be a Strong Woman ~ Betty White Adult Version

2011-10-06T13:49:00.000-04:00

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Final Thursday Recipe Swap Meet ~ Tomato and Olive Salad

2011-10-06T01:10:00.000-04:00

. Unfortunately, due to time restraints and the many things that have been going on in both mine and Dolly's lives, I'm sorry to say that we will have to discontinue our Recipe Swap Meet on Thursdays.... AAWWW!! (This doesn't mean I won't on occasion share a recipe that I find is wonderful and share it with you fabulous people, because you know that I lubs you all!!) As for those of you that

38 Special at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival

2011-10-05T21:22:00.001-04:00

. On Monday night, Bill and I went to EPCOT for the Food and Wine Festival to have a bit to eat and to see 38 Special in concert. As usual, we loved every minute of our time there.... We got in line for the 2nd thirty minute concert and Bill had just enough time to go get us something to eat at the Polish station. We had pierogies with kielbasa and grilled sweet onions, mmmmm, so good. Then

Happy 100th Birthday to my Father-in-Law

2011-10-03T14:13:00.001-04:00

. Credit Today, October 3, 2011 would have been my Father-in-Law, William Harry Shewbridge's 100th birthday. I unfortunately never had the chance to meet him as he had already passed away when Bill and I started dating. I did get to know about his character from cards and letters I found that he had written to my mother-in-law through-out their marriage when we were cleaning out their house

Monday's Music Moves Me: Oct. 3, 2011 ~ Take Me Back to the '80s

2011-10-03T05:25:00.000-04:00

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Shadow Photo ~ I Love This.....

2011-09-29T12:45:00.000-04:00

. Photo Credit On my walk with the dogs this morning, I saw this at my neighbor's house and I just had to take a photograph of it because I love the way it made a shadow on the sidewalk..... How cool is that? I don't know if you can see the dragonfly on top of the house and in the shadow, but it just adds the perfect touch. I LOVE Halloween and can't wait to add more photos from around

Thursday Recipe Swap Meet ~ Crescent Hot Dogs

2011-09-29T10:11:00.001-04:00

. OK... we know you have all these recipes that you love to make. You got them from your mother, your grandmother, a magazine, or maybe you made it up, perhaps you don't even remember where the recipe came from. Well, how about sharing them with all of us? We are going to share ours with you every Thursday! My good friend and (according to her husband) excellent cook, Dolly over at XmasDolly

Wordless Wednesday: Sept. 28, 2011 ~ End of Summer Self-Portrait

2011-09-28T13:28:00.000-04:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you know you like comments, they do too!! And

Picture my Hubby ~ Something to Make you Laugh

2011-09-26T22:00:00.000-04:00

. A Police STOP at 2 AM An elderly man is stopped by the police around 2 a.m. and is asked asked where he is going at this time of night. The man replies, "I am on my way to a lecture about alcohol abuse and the effects it has on the human body, as well as smoking and staying out late." The officer then asks, "Really? Who is giving that lecture at this time of night?" The man

Monday's Music Moves Me: Sept. 26, 2011 ~ More from the 60's

2011-09-26T13:39:00.000-04:00

. **Let me apologize for this being so late, I had a computer virus that I thought was gone, but not entirely. I think it is gone now, cross your fingers for me... Nasty litte buggers! **

Thursday Recipe Swap Meet: Sept. 22, 2011 ~ Loaded Potato Soup

2011-09-22T09:55:00.000-04:00

Wordless Wednesday: Sept. 21, 2011 ~ My Pretty Girl Mandie

2011-09-21T21:44:00.000-04:00

. Welcome to Wordless Wednesday..... I'm looking forward to to seeing all of your photos, so if you leave a comment, please leave your email address so I can come on over and take a look. Mandie Kathryn Shewbridge ~ How cute am I??? For more Wordless Wednesday posts, head over to the WW Hub, leave your link, check out the other participants, and don't forget to leave a nice comment - you

Monday's Music Moves Me: Sept. 19, 2011 ~ Songs from the Year I was Born... Can You Guess What Year?

2011-09-19T02:35:00.000-04:00

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16th Annual EPCOT Food and Wine Festival

2011-09-18T17:34:00.000-04:00

. I'm so excited to let you all know about the 16th annual EPCOT Food and Wine Festival being held at Walt Disney World. This is the event that Bill and I look forward to all year long. There is so much to see and do and EAT!! This year's event is being held from September 30, 2011 to November 13, 2011, so if you are in the central Florida area during that time, you have to make time to visit

Week in Review: Computer Problems, Migraine, Vertigo, Back Pain, New Business Venture, Plus PSA

2011-09-17T14:09:00.000-04:00

. I know that you have all had one of "THOSE" weeks... well this was one of mine. I'll spare you all the little details, but give you the overall..... As you saw by by Monday's Music Moves Me post, I suffered from some terrible vertigo that lasted through Tuesday - along with a spill down a few stairs that aggravated my back and nerves down my right leg. So I've been having trouble walking,

Monday's Music Moves Me: Sept. 12, 2011 ~ Vertigo

2011-09-12T13:40:00.000-04:00

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10th Anniversary of the Day our Lives Changed Forever 9/11/01

2011-09-11T03:58:00.001-04:00

. Today we will all be thinking about where we were and what we were doing 10 years ago when our lives changed forever. From that point on, it would always be before 9/11 or the attack and after 9/11 or the attack. Things would never be the same: security, travel, life in general.... I had just started a new job the day before and didn't know anyone that I worked with, but instantly became

Thursday Recipe Swap Meet ~ Family Style Macaroni & Cheese

2011-09-08T03:00:00.001-04:00