Time to Myself & Snow Buddies

Last night was an interesting night. Jeremy was taking Makenna to 48 Hours Video to pick out a movie so I decided that it was a great evening for hot tea, candles and a bubble bath. My back was bothering me due to the way I slept the night before so I used this opportunity to pamper myself. Unfortunately this opportunity doesn't pop up often enough. I did give Jer some money to purchase Yes Man if they had it, with full intention of watching it when I got out. In fact, I was going to call Diane to see if she wanted to join me since Rudy is out of town on business. In the tub, I wrote in my Gratitude Book. By the time I was done I hear, "MOMMY! We're back!" That was short lived. I told her she could come in the bathroom. Her eyes lit up like big saucers! She said, "Mommy it looks so beautiful in here with the candles and the lights off!" Thank God for PartyLite! LOL! Before I could blink an eye she was naked getting in the tub with me. She loves the bubbles. I thought to myself, it is never to early to teach a child the importance of relaxing and taking time to yourself. I only hope as she grows, she will appreciate time to herself as much as I do. Makenna started swimming in the little space she had calling herself her T-dil...aka turtle. I asked her what her name was and she said "Tie". Then she told me that I was a t-dil and my name was Bow. Ha ha ha! I said hmmm, bow and tie turtle. How funny. When we got out I allowed her to blow out the candles, something us PL Consultants never do, we always SNUFF them out. However, it is more fun at 3 to blow them out. We then put her movie in which was Snow Buddies. I never ended up watching Yes Man with Diane because Makenna wanted me to watch the movie with her. If you have never seen this movie, I highly recommend it. There is a Golden Retriever puppy who I swear read The Secret. Everything out of her mouth (yes, they could talk in this movie) was very positive and sounded like a quote from the book. I just started laughing. The concept of this movie was amazing. Not that a small child would get it but still it was great for an older child and adults. Makenna was just very impressed by the talking dogs. I think that is what kept her attention. Anyway, the entire concept of this movie was how life moves you into places at the right time. It shows how one mistake, or at least that is what you would think it is, is actually meant to happen in order for your life to fall into place. And, even though it may seem like a horrible position at first, the outcome and experience is amazing. What I learned from this movie was that although we go through trying times, we will end up in a better place when it is all said and done. We just need to keep the faith and believe. God will put us in places where we are like, Hello? Why am I here? If you have doubts or feelings of confusion, just pray. You will get your answers whether it be through someone you meet, a lyric in a song or a sign or headline. Just be open to it and accept the signs with open arms. You will be amazed at the way your life will turn and how you will get this feeling of peace knowing you are doing the right thing.

I know in my heart that I was meant to watch that movie last night. And, I am so glad I did.

What I am thankful for today:
signs from my angels
the movie Snow Buddies
Makenna dancing and singing to her audience of stuffed animals lined up on the couch
time to myself
new customers and friends I am meeting through the Farmer's Market
owning the movie Yes Man
my Thermo Web order that came yesterday
Play-Doh (I forgot how fun it is to play with that)
PartyLite candles
hot tea
Wednesdays off
Deigo (even though he will never be a sled dog)
bubble baths
Jamie returning home safely from her vacation
Rachel for sending me the funniest emails, daily
Jenny feeling better
new Avon customers
my health
a great day today
a wonderful night's rest tonight
an awesome day tomorrow

Today IS an Awesome Day!

Last night I thanked the universe for a great nights sleep and an awesome day today. I slept wonderful (put all the cats outside..LOL!) and today has just kept snowballing into this wonderful day. I woke up and immediately started my chores noticing that the sun was beaming outside. Laundry needs to be done, the bathrooms needed to be cleaned and the house needs vacuuming. So, I start with the laundry, drink a cup of coffee and call my neighbor. I had so much running to do in Hellertown that I wanted to know if she could come over at some point and watch Faith and Makenna. Of course she said yes. So I cleaned my two bathrooms, made my list of errands, checked my email and took a shower. I got two loads of laundry done by the time Diane got here. I was thinking the entire morning how thankful I am to have such energy today!

I left the house and went to my store since my rent is due and I needed to put a check in my landlords mailbox. I also needed to grab some things for the post office. I then ran to the bank and activated my new debit card to find out that I actually had more money in my account than I had in my register!! I made an adding mistake.....but a GOOD ONE! I then ran to get gas in my car (nice hot man working at the gas station may I add), went to McD's for a French Vanilla iced coffee, then to True Value. When I got to True Value I walked around looking for the Quart sized paint cans that I need for an upcoming birthday party at my store. When I asked someone where they were, here they were hiding on an enclosed shelf and there was only 11 left. AND they went down in price...WHOO HOOO! So, I purchased all 11 and thought how thankful I was that I was able to get them before they were sold out AND how thankful I am that they were so much cheaper!! I then went into the Dollar General to return something I had bought that was broken. I got an even exchange for a case of water (which I didn't realize they had there) and I also purchased minutes for my track phone at an awesome price! I then went to the post office to see this little stuffed dog hanging on their wall. This dog has been there for weeks and Makenna raves about it every time we go there. However, I am not one to purchase something for my kids every time we are out. Besides this dog was $15.99. Today, I thought to myself, I am going to buy this and it is going to be on sale. There was no tag on it. The postman gave it to me for $3.00!!!!!! I was so thankful that I was able to get it so cheap and to see Makenna's smile when I got home and gave it to her. The highlight of the day was when I got home to call Thermo Web and place my adhesive order. The girl mentioned about May's free shipping deal and when she did I said, "yeah, and it is June 1st." She replied. "That's ok, you placed your order with us last week!" I literally jumped up and down since this saves me like $30! If I could have, I would have hugged the poor girl! LOL! Diane was so wonderful for helping me get my minutes on my phone and set up my voice mail. THANK YOU!!! And of course I appreciate her watching the kids for a little while I run around town. She is the BEST! Did I mention that I got to see my brother's friend Hot Todd run past my booth yesterday while I was at the farmer's market??? I must have Hot Todd radar or something because I knew immediately it was him. There's nothing wrong with a little eye candy....LOL! Oh....... I FOUND MY KEYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All because I wrote in my Gratitude Book last night that I was thankful that I found my keys!! YEAH! And people say The Secret doesn't work!?!?!?!

What I am thankful for today:
My awesome day
finding my keys!
Diane
Diane
Diane
energy
eye candy aka Hot Todd (who believe it or not is very modest)
getting stuff done today
this awesome weather!
Rachel for making me laugh
Jen R for being so sweet (thank you for joining our walk last night!)
Jenny for being Jenny
finding paint cans CHEAP!
my Thermo Web order with FREE SHIPPING!!
Makenna's stuffed puppy for $3
French Vanilla Iced Coffee
hot guy at gas station..LOL!
water
an awesome nights sleep last night
an awesome nights sleep again tonight
another awesome day tomorrow
getting closer every day to a bikini body every second of the day!!
getting all of my chores done
time with my kids tonight

I am so Thankful!

Oohh, Foxy Lady!! I am at my store right now working on my cousins wedding scrapbook. Something compelled me to put the movie Wayne's World on. I cannot stop laughing about how stupidly funny this movie is....LIVE IN THE NOW! LOL! What is really bad is that I have not watched it in years yet I can almost repeat the entire movie....LOL! GAME ON! Sorry. I am here by myself, enjoying the time alone, which I never get. The Saucon Valley Farmers Market went very well today. I am so thankful for Jennifer who came with me to help. We managed to get all of our fliers passed out about our open house on June 13th. And, we got a chance to meet a lot of new people. I am not sure about Jennifer, but if she looks like me....she is a little sunburned. We will call it overdosed on Vitamin E. LOL!

I just need to say that writing in my Gratitude Book has helped me appreciate so many things in my life. And, it has put me in such a great mood every single day. Watching silly movies has definitely helped. When I am not feeling happy, I put in a movie or a CD which makes me laugh or just feel good and my mood is completely turned around. There are so many people in my life right now that I have attracted through my positive outlook on life. And for once, I can actually say that I am proud of myself. It doesn't matter to me what I have as long as I have been able to be an inspiration to at least one person in my life. I am so blessed to have such wonderful people in my life. I love that they remind me constantly that I have the strength and the courage to over come any obstacle. Everyone needs that encouragement once in a while. They do not judge or criticize me. Nor do they take advantage of me. I have to say that when you are going through a difficult time, you really learn who your true friends are. It is sad to see some distance themselves because of their own issues, but at the same time I am grateful that I am only surrounded by those who are as positive as myself.

May my friends realize that I pray for them daily. Their health and happiness is very important to me. Today, Jenny and I have asked anyone who would like to join us on our walk to come with us. We know that everyone wants to be healthy and sometimes it just takes a little motivation to help them along. Jenny and I want to help anyone who is willing to have an open mind to not only walk to a healthier life style, but to become positive and live their lives to the fullest. Both of us hope that we can inspire you with our accomplishments and our motivation. We both know how important it is to have a true friend. I'm gone..fine then go....go then....fine! LOL! Now for the Scooby Doo Ending! HA HA HA!

Today I am thankful for:
my friends
silly movies (Wayne's World, Happy Glimore, Liar Liar, Yes Man, Anger Management and many many more)
the power to change our mood
time alone
the sunshine
my overabundance of energy (we have time to catch up on sleep when we are dead...at least that is what my dad says...life is too short to sleep it away!)
our group walk at 6pm
the Farmer's Market
positive thoughts
positive people
all the people who leave awesome comments under my blogs...THANK YOU!
the saying, "Man is who he believes" by Anton Chekhov (so true!)
Jenny for making my day yesterday so much FUN!
new customers
scrapbooking!
card making!
Scrapping the Music Challenge
Stampin Up!
the wonderful people I have met through my store
Jennifer for helping me today at the market..THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!
a great day today
an awesome night's sleep tonight
an awesome day tomorrow

People who have recently inspired me.....

Hello, yes it has been a while since I have blogged. I was a little annoyed during the typing of my last blog but have since gotten over it. What can I say, we all have our Goosfraba moments. Right now I am thinking about how many people I am proud of. People who have come a long way through a difficult time, people who have changed their lives around for the good and those who have reached their goals.

My neighbor went into work one day with a question about his job and walked out being the President of his own company! See what happens when you open your mouth? LOL! I am so proud of Rudy and all of his motivation, and his strive to get what he wants.

Tricia inspires me every day. With the loss of her baby, her healing amazes me. She is so strong, and her faith is incredible. I can see in her eyes that she is going to be ok. And, she knows she will be with Shane again and holds true to that. She is such a positive person and I know that her positivity helps her get through this difficult time. Love ya Tricia!!

Yvonne is my Premier Jewelry consultant who I LOVE! In recent weeks I have found out that our lives and our past are very similar. She has come such a long way and is such an awesome person. She is always smiling, always happy and upbeat and wonderful to be around. Unlike those who find happy, positive people annoying, I find them very uplifting and inspiring. She is such a wonderful person who has taught me a lot about direct sales and a lot about life in general.

These three people have touched my life so much in the last month....more than they could ever know. I feel so blessed to have them in my life.

What I am thankful for today...
people who inspire me
positive attitudes
my new, free Partylite products that were delivered today!!
Nicole, my newest PL sponsor
Heather and Matt for hosting over a $500 PartyLite show in May!!
my store
my customers
Hellertown Farmer's Market tomorrow!!
Yvonne
Rudy
Tricia
my neighbor Diane who makes me laugh EVERY DAY!
my home
my children who uplift me with every smile
laughter
funny movies
music
love