Month: May 2013

Seattle’s Best Coffee #DFW Night of Fun + Awesome Giveaway!

Last night Connor Jamesy and I drove to Dallas to visit the grand opening of Seattle’s Best Coffee.  He asked who was going and I said “It’s just me and you bud!”  Then I said “Will you be my date?”  Connor said “Yeah Mommy I’m your date!”  So sweet!

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Sign up on Facebook to get a free signature beverage!callout_ecard left_brand_img Here are all the new DFW locationsmapWhen we got there we met up with such a sweet gals from Chicago. It was funny because I don’t think they were used to the hot Texas weather.  It’s iced coffee all the way for me!   

This was my favorite food item:  Spinach & feta pretzel wrapD7K_1443 Connor wanted green coffee….so he had the mint chocolate chip mochaD7K_1441 D7K_1438From left to right: S’mores Mocha, Caramel Pretzel Mocha, Mint Chocolate Chip Mocha, and my favorite the Birthday Cake Latte.  They were all delicious!  We tried almost everything on the menu….it was craziness!  Everything was so good though.D7K_1437 D7K_1434 D7K_1436The new Seattle’s Best Coffee shops are “pop-up” coffee stores.  Everything is sold through the drive through or walk-up window.  It’s meant to be fast and convenient and I’d agree that it sure was!  The food is wrapped so it’s easy to eat on the run and won’t make a mess while driving…..score!   There is even a macaroni and cheese you can eat on the go….how cool is that?  It’s got a little jalapeno kick to it.  So good!D7K_1429 D7K_1424 D7K_1425 D7K_1423 The menu selection:D7K_1420

We had a fabulous time and the gals from Seattle’s Best treated us (and our bellies) to some amazing goodies!

The BEST part is they are giving me

(5) $10 Seattle’s Best Coffee gift cards

to give away to readers!!!

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Pretty Muddy Run Dallas

Old Navy is bringing Pretty Muddy to the Skyline Ranch on June 1st!!!

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If you would like to participate the Pretty Muddy run is located at 1801 E Wheatland Rd. Dallas, TX 75241

Pretty Muddy is a 5K adventurous obstacle course mud run for any woman who wants to get outside, spend time with friends and have fun.  I have a lot of friends that have done this and it seems like a blast!

Immediately after the race women will be treated to a fashion show by Old Navy showcasing the latest active wear fashion trends.  How fun is that???

Old Navy active collection offers an assortment of styles and colors at an affordable price: 

  • Old Navy Compression Collection features everything from solid color leggings to color block capris, sports bras, tanks, shorts and jackets, & offers performance fit for added support and a slimmer silhouette.  
  • Flat lock seams and tag-free labels prevent chafing to ensure you stay focused on fitness.
  • Old Navy Active pants offer fuss-free storage of keys, iPods or any other workout essentials .
Pretty Muddy Dallas
Pretty Muddy is a women’s only 5k mud run that is designed to be fun and empowering.
Starts: 06/01/2013 08:00 am
Ends: 06/01/2013

CHECK OUT MORE INFO HERE

Friday Favorites

These are a few of my favorite things!

Makeup Forever’s new aqua line….perfect for summer!

I have the aqua liner on my right lid.

It has a bit of shimmer and you know how I love bling and shimmer…051113 (2 of 11)051113 (4 of 11)Aqua Smoky Lash goes on super thick to coat each lash051113 (5 of 11)Makeup Forever concealor, great at covering up blemishes and under eye circles.  It goes on super smooth and blends perfectly with your skin.051113 (6 of 11)

051113 (7 of 11)051113 (8 of 11)Kidecals waterproof labels.  You can use them for just about anything and they won’t peel, run, or scrunch up.  (Sorry about the blackout, but I have my address on mine & for privacy purposes had to black it out.  051113 (9 of 11)

Kidcals can be found here.

Use code: javamamablog for 15% off051113 (11 of 11)Glaceau Fruit Water….so GOOD. Zero cals.D7K_1265

If anyone finds these shoes in a size 8 I will kiss you!  I’ve been looking forever, but I don’t think they sell them anymore???  Me Too flats in red patent.908718604_260paige-redpat_tv_lrg_104Maybooks are 50% off until Sunday!!!  I love my Maybook and it’s so easy to carry anywhere.  I ordered another because mine is about to expire.  They also have a GREAT food log/diary version too!  Lots of new designs to choose from.MAYBOOK

Throw Back Thursday {Link-Up}

This little nugget makes my heart swell….and my ovaries.  I can’t believe how fast the past few years have flown by.  Everyone tells you that.  They say enjoy every minute because the time will go by so fast.  When you are in the midst of sleepless nights, feedings, and spit up you some how forget to take that advice. 

But then a few years go by and somehow you’ve forgotten all that biz?  Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about having another child.  I swore up and down that I wouldn’t even consider it.  Especially not anytime soon……

But….he’s the most amazing thing I’ve ever done.  He’s the ultimate gift God has ever given to me.  When the time is right and maybe if/when our hearts change for another dumpling.  Lord willing….before my ovaries are prunes…..just maybe we’ll have another???

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Insta-DUMP!

Contrary to popular belief I don’t carry my big honking fancy camera everywhere I go.  I wish I could, but it’s heavy and large and all that stuff!  Someone invent an HD camera for our phones will ya???

I’m loving Instagram.  Let’s face it we live in a very “visual” world.  We like to see pretty pictures and share them with our friends 🙂  It’s a lot of fun!  And ahem…..Pinterest…..need I say more???

So here’s a little glimpse of the last month or so via my life Insta-style

Connor before schoolIMG_20130509_075321 Work clothes #ootd (out-of-the-door)IMG_20130508_123252

Connor and his #sipface

Instagram yourself with your Starbucks and tag with #sipface to see everyone’s faces!IMG_20130507_082700 Bling Bling bracelets from VeryJane or Groopdealz???IMG_20130506_153653

A couple of weekends ago we rented a canoe and rowed down the river.  Connor LOVED it!  He said he saw sharks and snakes and alligators!!! Ha Ha!!!  What an imagination….I love this age.  It was so much fun, minus the sore shoulder for a few days….I can’t wait to do it again!!!IMG_20130505_132742 IMG_20130505_132651 IMG_20130505_132524 IMG_20130505_132456 IMG_20130505_132313 IMG_20130505_123802 IMG_20130505_113520

My favorite color: GREEN!  I got the striped tank at another daily deal online and the green cardigan at Nordstrom at NorthEast mall 🙂  I have curvy bootie too….my favorite jeans if you have curves are definitely Joe’s Jeans!IMG_20130504_081030 I loooooove this skirt from Kiki La’Rue.  It’s so soft and breezy for summer.IMG_20130501_181809 IMG_20130501_085312 IMG_20130430_173854 Love Bug cookieIMG_20130430_124215 IMG_20130428_124632-picsay IMG_20130428_124248 IMG_20130426_172200 Michael Buble’s new album…good, but hardly any original songs???IMG_20130426_081255 IMG_20130423_091843 Another Kiki La’Rue find!IMG_20130422_182037 Awesome sauce coffee mugsIMG_20130422_122602 IMG_20130422_122555 J.T.’s new album A+++++IMG_20130422_082131 My child’s apparent hidden talent…stuffing cars between his toesIMG_20130407_111804 Hope ya’ll are having a good week!

Happy HUMP day!IMG_20130419_184716

Moms Night Out: North East Mall

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Last week I attended a local event our mall was putting on for Moms.  A special night out with pampering, door prizes, and lots of coupons and food!  I met a few of my friends there and we walked around the booths.  Everyone was so friendly and we got lots of goodies to take home.  Afterwards we did a little shopping with our coupons and gift cards 🙂  I love our community, and it was so nice for our local mall (NorthEast Mall) to recognize Moms for a special night out.

Dessert from BJ’s
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All the goody booths from local businesses and restaurantsIMG_20130509_184652 IMG_20130509_184905

The feather salon booth.

I wasn’t going to get a feather in my hair, but I was persuaded by my friends…I actually kind of liked it!
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Spin that wheel!!!IMG_20130509_183742 IMG_20130509_183600 IMG_20130509_183221 IMG_20130509_182713

It was such a fun night.  I hope this is something they continue every year!
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In other random stuff going on lately….

In case you didn’t know it’s teacher appreciation month.  As a full-time working Mom our teachers are so special to us.  I can’t be there during the day to teach Connor and  educate him, so I’m entrusting him in the best hands possible.  His teacher’s Ms. “W” and Ms. Eva love him so much.  It makes me feel good that they love my kiddo like their own.  They are teaching him valuable information, he’s building friendships, and learning discipline.  We are thankful for you both and appreciate everything you do!!!

His school theme is OWLS….and no that did not persuade me to put him in this school 😉IMG_20130509_074527

(Also if you had me linked to your blog in Blogger.com or in Bloglovin I think you may have to re-add my blog since I moved to WordPress….I’d really appreciate it!)

I don’t quite understand why, but there are a lot of broken links and even though I have the same domain, things are going all wonky on me!

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Mother’s Day 2013

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Things have been pretty busy the past few weeks.   So it was nice to have a laid back weekend with my boys.  On Saturday our subdivision was hosting a neighborhood garage sale, so I went through some of our junk stuff and sat out for a few hours.  I made about $50 bucks…not too bad?  Saturday was also Terence’s birthday.  My hubby turned 32!  He’s the best hubs ever and I’m thankful for every day God has given us together.

The first birthday we shared together! May 11, 2000
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We celebrated birthdays/Mother’s Day at my in-law’s house Saturday night with dinner, cake, and ice cream 🙂

Today the boys and I had red velvet pancakes, they let me do a little shopping at Anthropologie, and we took Terence to the electronics store.

Then we came back and took naps & I caught up on a little recorded TV.  Oh my gosh The Following is CRAZY!  And Arrow on CW is one of my favorite new shows too!!!

Me & my lovey!

He’s getting SO big!

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My sweet boys

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Thank you Lord for my beautiful family!  All the mothers in my life, and mom role-models.  I pray for all those out there still waiting for motherhood.  God’s timing is perfect!  Don’t lose faith!

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We wish you many blessings this Mother’s Day!

xo Becky