Sour Things & Candy Dreams

MORTAGE AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS!!!

2009-07-30T12:36:00.000-07:00

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Just a Motivating Monday

2009-07-20T21:13:00.000-07:00

What motivates me everyday is to wake up and eat breakfast. I know it sounds small, and yes, almost everyone does it. But if I skip it I seriously won't be motivated for the rest of the day.

Today was pretty awsome, because I started the Weight Watchers diet, and I was so worried I was going to have to eat something like bland cerial with fat free milk. lol. But no... I had a yummy omlette that was only 7 pts.!

For those of you trying weight watchers try this:

2 eggs

1/2 tbsp. butter

1 slice of onion chopped into small cubes

1/4 cup of grated cheese

Heat up your pan on medium heat. Add the butter then the eggs. Sprinkle the onion and cheese evenly around eggs. Cook and eat.

Fills you up... And keeps you motivated!!

Lump on My Two Year Old's Neck!?

2009-07-17T10:41:00.000-07:00

O.K. So this has been a problem for me for the last year & a half. My son's babysitter told me that he had a bump on both sides of his neck. I took a look and it was what I would guess to be swollen lymph nodes. I immediately freaked out and took him to the emergency room where they told me this was normal. The Dr. said that kids sometimes get swollen lymph nodes when they are fighting off an infection from a cold or other such virus. So I felt relieved and thought it would just go away.

But it didn't... the one on the right side eventually went away, but the left side stayed. I think it got a little bigger also.

So I then took him to the Dr. that he has through Medi-Cal. He barely looked at it, said it was fine and didn't explain. I could barely understand the guy to begin with. So I switched him to a different office. Again someone I can barely understand, but he ordered a TB test. This came back negative, so I waited a couple months and went back. This time the Dr. basically just dismissed the prob. completely. He said it was fine and that they couldn't take it off because it wasn't big enough or he wasn't old enough or something.

Nobody ever did anything to find out what it was. All they did was look at it. I feel so helpless. I'm so hateing Molina and Medi-Cal, and just want someone to tell me what's wrong with my baby! Does anyone have any ideas??

Life Changing Book 'The Secret'!

2009-07-15T19:22:00.000-07:00

I am so excited! I entered a giveaway on http://www.garibaysoup.com/ and won the book the secret!!! It is basicaly a book that teaches people possitive thinking and its possitive affect on the quality of life. And I have heard that it has changed many peoples' lives. I can not wait to get this book and see if I can be one of those people!!!

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The Truth About Teflon and Aluminum in Cookware!!

2009-07-14T13:03:00.000-07:00

Sure, we are all guilty of useing the convenient non-stick teflon and the hand-me-down aluminum pots and pans. But what are we really feeding our families in attempts at a good meal?

Teflon itself is formerly used not in cookware, but in NASCAR parts from DuPont. It contains chemicals including Ammonium Perfluorooctanoate (C-8) which has been linked to birth defects, cancer, organ damage, and changes in lipid levels.

That being said... Why don't we just take a look at the warning label. It clearly says to remove any small birds from the kitchen while cooking with these pots. Seriously?! If I have to move a bird... Why would I want my children around this!!!

You also must make sure not to cook on high, because the chemicals that burn into the air have been known to cause Teflon Flu. Causing flu like symptoms such as headaches, chills, backaches, and a temperature rangeing from 100-104. I don't know about you, but after hearing all this... I kicked NASCAR out of my kitchen.

Aluminum pots and pans have been around forever. We also use aluminum in such things as soda cans and canned foods. Have you ever noticed how a soda in a can tastes so much different than a fountain soda or bottled? This is because in consuming the soda, we are also consuming aluminum. This is also true in cooking with aluminum pots.

Studies have shown that aluminum gets rapped around our brain cells; which in long term use could lead, among other things, to Alzheimers. This neurotoxic substance has been found in four parts of the brain in Alzheimers patients. So please!!! Buy bottled soda, fresh or frozen vegies and get that aluminum out of your life!

It is so scary to know that things we use everyday and trust to provide good wholesome meals for our families is really just destroying us!

What Inspires You?

2009-07-13T20:42:00.000-07:00

Everyday I wake up to a sweet smiling angel, and a tough little boy that wants to lay in bed with his mommy. A sleepy hardworking man rolls over and opens one eye to see the family that makes it all worth it. And I feel inspired. I feel inspired to be the best mom I can be, because what else do my angels deserve. I feel inspired to be the best wife I can be, because he would never be anything less than the best husband. And I feel inspired to be the best person I can be; smile as I pass and give a helping hand to those in need... Because I want nothing more than to share my happiness. Sure, life is not perfect, but when you wake up every morning to a little piece of heaven... Why not be inspired??

What Inspires You?

2009-07-13T20:40:00.000-07:00

Wow! Catch Up Time!!!

2009-07-11T13:02:00.000-07:00

So much has happened since I last blogged. I finished school at High Tech Institute and got a special award for academic excellence... Yay me!

I had a beautiful baby girl, Adriana, who was born on April 21 2009. She was 9 lbs. 7 oz. and 21" long. I know, wow, right? Anyway... She is know 2 1/2 months old, and already has her own sassy little personality. She smiles and talks all the time, and wants to laugh so bad! haha. She also fake cries already. Seriously, she doesn't even put any effort into it. lol.

My son is now 2 1/2 years old and is SUCH a total little boy. He spends his days fighting imaginary monsters, (and anyone else who gets to close), with his light savor. He also loves to bring mom bugs and break everything. haha. He breaks things that I didn't even know could be broken.... But we love him. He loves his new baby sister. He is always telling me "huggies mama"; which in translation basical means, "let me hold my sister". Every time she cries he is right there for her yelling "where's binky, where's binky?". Aaa, what a noisy little team they make. Good to know that he's there for her thow.

We finaly, and yes... For the 3rd time, set a date for our wedding. This time it's real thow. We've put it off before because we want a big wedding, and big weddings cost big money. But, 2 kids later, we really want to be married. So the big day is June 3rd 2011. I know it's far off, but at least that gives us a chance to get some money together. And if you know me well enough than you will know that in planning alone, I'd probably need about 5 years. lol.

Prego.

2008-10-16T20:54:00.000-07:00

I know I haven't blogged for a while, sorry amanda. lol. n.e.way. I'm 13 weeks pregnant! And I'm really sick and moody this time wich means it's a girl... hopefully. I really want a girl. That way I can be balanced. And I would know that big brother will always watch out for her. Jr. is excited too, I think, he walked in the other day with a boul on his tummy patting it happily like he was pregnant. lol. He's so adorable.

My Skateboarder Boi

2008-08-25T22:26:00.000-07:00

Jr. has one of those little tech decks that you can skateboard with your fingers. I guess he watches a lot more than I think because he decided to put his foot on the tech deck and try to skateboard the other day. lol. He then decided he wanted to do a trick so he jumped up and landed back on it. He is so funny and smart. He does things that leave us suprised and laughing forever. lol.

Geo's Family

2008-08-12T20:10:00.000-07:00

Geo's dad, Sergio, just turned 50 and we had a little family party for him at the lake. While there Geo's uncle told me that Sergio loves Jr. then he said "every one loves Jr". I love how that is so true. Even thow I don't speak spanish and don't know everything the're talking about they still love both me and Jr. Geo's family is not judgemental, just accepting. His dad is serious, but you know that under it all he does care a lot. And loves his grandson and sons' with all his heart. His mom is the sweetest person in the world. Even thow we do have a language barrier, we still find ways to talk, and she is always understanding and wants to solve the whole worlds problems. His brothers' Chaz, Sam, and Sergio Jr. are the best, and craziest kids ever. They are so good with Jr., love there family, and are basicaly like brother's to me. The rest of the family is also really great. So many people don't like the family that they are marrying in to, and I am so proud to say that I LOVE Geo's family. I love how the're unified, caring, accepting, and wonderful...... Now if I could just learn my spanish!!!!

Family

2008-08-08T21:19:00.000-07:00

Next weekend is going to be so much fun! All the cousins' are gonna be together for the first time ever. I wonder how the're all gonna act around eachother. I really wish we all lived closer together, and that we haven't had so much drama in the family.

I talked to Geo the other day about whether or not he would frogive Mitch for being such an ass. And what I got from it all is that maybe he's just not ready at this time. The thing about the situation that I thought about and finaly understood where he was coming from is this. Geo isn't his brother, his cousin, or blood related person. He doesn't have to deal with Mitch. Mitch said some really rude things to both me and Geo. Looking back Geo never really said that much back. I think I would feel the same way in his position. He's not trying to keep me from having a relationship with Mitch, but he doesn't want one. I think in a way he thinks what I think we all do in the back of our heads. Mitch isn't gonna change and we will have many more family blowouts that no one wants to be a part of.

I do hope with all my heart that he does turn things around. I hope that he is successful, and changes his attitude about life. I hope that one day I will feel proud to say, that's my brother.... The one not starting drama, that's really sweet and hillarious.

Here's hopeing!

MY OVER THE WEEKEND MOVIE REVIEWS!!!

2008-08-04T20:12:00.000-07:00

HAROLD AND KUMAR (THE SECOND MOVIE)- was so hillarious. I give it a ten. It keeps you rolling with laughter. Not for kids, and not for people with a bladder control problem. lol. No seriously. Hella funny, a deffinate must see. Just as good as the first.

21- was exciteing. Makes you want to leave and go to Vegas immdeiatly. Caution for this one... Let's not get ahead of ourselves and think we can go count cards just because we saw the movie. hahaha. VERY good movie thow.

THE BUCKET LIST- A great mix of a tear jerker and a funny movie. Jack Nickelson is as always... Strangely hillarious. It gives hope to those in their possition. I wish I could do all those things, but.... I'm not that crazy. lol. This is a wonderfull movie thow.

My brother

2008-08-01T22:00:00.000-07:00

I really miss my brother! I wish he wouldn't be so ghetto and mean. He's so stuborn and difficult he just dosn't care about any one but himself. But the sad thing is, is that he's been my brother forever. The only person I've always known... I just don't understand why he had to flip in to a totaly different person than he truly is. The side people seldom see is that he's hillarious, and he's loving, and he really DID care at one point of his life. He's turned into comeone I can't even stand to be around. It sucks cuz if he really let himself out everyone would love him. Anyway... No matter what I still love him, and I adore his beautiful precious baby girl. And I'm sorry we now have to live sepparate lives.

My smart baby

2008-07-31T12:50:00.000-07:00

The other day we got new carpet, and Geo and I were putting our bed back together and realised that Jr. was being very quiet in the other room. When we walked in he had an open container of hair gel and was putting it in his hair. Neither me or Geo use hair gel in our hair, so how did he know that's where it went?? lol. He also says "bye dad" now. Yay! starting to put words together. We are so proud of him. He is growing up so fast and he is so smart!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SISTER!!!!

2008-07-24T21:12:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to one of my best friends, my confidant, my co-conspirator, MY SISTER!!!! I love you so much, and hope you had a wonderful birthday! I'm so glad there is someone like you in my life. I'm glad that we don't have secrets from each other, and that I didn't have to look very far to find my best friend ever!! I can't wait till we get to celebrate our birthdays. Sorry I couldn't be there for it. LOVE YOU SISTER... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!

Twilight and New Moon

2008-07-23T20:08:00.000-07:00

Everyone needs to stop what the're doing and go buy these books! So far I have read Twilight and am half way done with New Moon. I can't put the book down. They are the best mix of fantacy, romance, and thrill I have ever read. I just hope the movie can be half as good as the books are!!! I honestly don't know what I'm going to do with myself when I don't have anymore of these books to read :(... lol.

LAZY DAYS

2008-07-22T20:04:00.000-07:00

I'm going to school right now at night, and quit my job because It's not worth gas, baby sitter headaches, and school work. I just can not understand why ever since I quit work I can't wake up in the morning!! I think I need a hobby or something. I know I need to get up and clean the house, do school work, and all this, but I am just rediculously lazy!! I have know Idea what to do, but I don't want to be so lazy. I can't get a job because of the before said things, so what do I do??? HELP!

GIN & JUNIOR

2008-07-17T22:03:00.000-07:00

So... I want to start by saying HELLLLLLLO!! WHY DIDN'T ANYONE TELL ME THERE WAS GIN IN A MAITAI... Uuugh. I went to eat chinese the other night and thought a mai tai sounded fruity and delicious. No where on the menu did it mention "Gin" being in it, so when I got it I was so disapointed. The worst part... I drank it any way... Hey!! I'm not gonna waist $5.00

Any way... Over that. My little guy is getting so big! He's started his new thing where he's always trying to say "bye". it's so cute!!! He knows exactly what he wants and points to it, and if you get it wrong he shakes his head no. I know that everyone else's kids go through the same things. But I just think he's so smart!! lol. The other day he put his little arm around me protectively... He's so sweet & adorable.

My 21st Birthday

2008-07-15T19:48:00.000-07:00

So my first alcoholic drinks at an actual restaraunt was a very large very strawberry & rasberry margarita. Mmmmm... & then a long island ice tea ,(for my brother Gino) , which was also mmmm... Gino was right for once, but sshhh don't let him know. lol... I so wish they could have been there. After I got home and started drinking boring not bartender drinks I wanted to know how to make a long island ice tea... So... Here's the recipe, now we know.

The night was pretty fun. After leaving the restaraunt we went home, and some of our friends came over. Ended up taking shots of tequila, (never good), and drinking Mike's hard Pomegranite lemonade, (so good), and Jack Daniel's Home Town Punch, (never again), and that was that. I woke up the next day and felt the worst I have ever felt in my life, (eeerg). I guess that's what you're supposed to feel like the day after you're 21st thow. Hey! At least I wasn't throwing up that night!!!! I feel so acomplished over that ;)

The Most Precious Picutures Ever

2008-07-10T19:46:00.000-07:00

So, I finaly got to take a look at these pictures that we had done while in Oregon. They are so cute!! Our kids are so precious. I just wish Alana could have also been a part of it all. :(.

Ella is very gorgious as a fairy, and Jr is all boy!! Jayden looks so cute all so in him and Jr.'s matching outfits. I'm so suprised we could find the same outfit for both of them! Jr. had so much fun with his cousins. They all play so well with each other and none of them get left out.... Which is not usual with kids.

The Begining

2008-07-07T22:20:00.001-07:00

My sister , Amanda, has a blog and I love going to her page. It has every part of our family in it. All the cute pictures, and everything. So here's my try to show it from my view. So we can all get the full affect of such an adventures and interesting family. My sister has two beautiful kids; Jayden (6), and Ella (9 months going on beauty queen) lol. Our brother, (pretty removed from our worlds') has a little girl , Alana. She's precious! Always happy and smiling. And I have a rambuctious little prince, Giovani (Jr) 1 1/2 years old. He's is horrably independant and 100% adorable.