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February 26, 2010 by: Shell

Random Fragments: Is There Any Other Kind?

Mommy's Idea

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I want to be sure that you know the dance contest is ON! Official rules posted today: Just Dance Your Bloggy Off 

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I love my blogging friends. I told you all how Hubs makes fun of me for not being able to whistle and how he tells me that I’m the only person in the world who can’t. Well, 32 of the 89(!!!!) comments were admissions from other non-whistlers. And there were quite a few “weak whistlers.” I’m ignoring those of you who called me a loser for not being able to whistle and I’M TELLING HUBS THAT HE IS WRONG. I love when I can do that.

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 When I make buffalo chicken pasta, my two youngest literally lick their plates clean. Should I try to teach them better table manners or be thrilled that I don’t have picky eaters?

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Do you know that my Survivor Buff-on WON? So, it paid off to post the most horrible picture ever taken of me. That’s what I was going for, but I’m still thrilled to have won a prize for it. You can see all of them HERE. I won fabulous WINE-RELATED prizes.

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I smell so yummy today. I won Philosophy’s Snow bathwash and lotion from a giveaway recently, but I can’t remember whose blog I won it from. I hate not being able to thank someone for it. Did I win it from you? Could you tell me? Because I’m really obsessive about this stuff. And I LOVE the lotion. Really, I can’t stop smelling myself.

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Only ONE WEEK left until I leave for Bloggy Bootcamp in Baltimore. I can’t wait! Are you going to be there? I know a lot of you ladies will be dressing up, but I’ll be in jeans and have my son’s tote bag that he got from kindergarten registration yesterday. He hates it so I might as well use it. It says: I’m a Big Kid Now.

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Trying to decide on a funny shirt.
I’ve always loved this one:

Come to the dark side, we have cookies.
Then again, that might scare people off.
Plus, I do not want to let everyone know that Sunday, who is threatening to wear a screaming banshee mask, and blogs at WYSIWYG, is bringing cookies for me.
I might have to share.
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Love this one!
I’m a celebrity, really
From Flirty Girl Tees
It would be hilarious if anyone thought I was delusional enough to think I’m a celebrity.
But, I love to laugh at myself, so this might be perfect.
And, you’d be able to find me easily.
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Don’t forget to enter my Color Cookies preschool game giveaway HERE
It ends tomorrow!

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Why I blog and a Get-Out-of-the-House-Kid-Free Card
A Sensitive Man and a Backyard Makeover

Comments

  1. Ma What's 4 dinner says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:19 am

    Um, you're totally holding out on me…what is this buffalo chicken pasta recipe I've never heard of???? I need to make that immediately. Please share, then I'll post it on my site and give you mad props!

    Missed you girlie!!!

    Alex aka Ma What's For Dinner
    http://www.mawhats4dinner.com

  2. Sunday says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:49 am

    I second that! I want that recipe!

    Plus, I totally know you were mentioning the cookies in case I forgot…which I haven't! LOL

    Actually, this morning I am baking my infamous cream cheese banana bread loaves. Aren't you jealous?

    Maybe I'll make one of those for Bloggy Boot Camp too. I love to bake.

  3. Sunday says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:49 am

    Oh…and I AM wearing a screaming banshee mask!

  4. Sarah Nicole says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:50 am

    I wish I could go to Bloggy Boot Camp! You have to have extra fun for me! And I love being able to tell people they're wrong.

  5. Bethany says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:54 am

    I'm so jealous that you get to go to bloggy boot camp. I totally think you should wear the celebrity shirt.

    Also where is this recipe? I must have it.

  6. Shelle says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:55 am

    I love anything buffalo chicken! (Pizza, dip, um wings..) Would love your recipe for the pasta!

    I've told ya before but I am for sure wearing jeans. I love the celebrity shirt! You should wear it!

  7. It's Always Something Around Here says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:05 am

    Okay I NEED that Buffalo chicken pasta recipe. My son will be thrilled if I make that for him.

    As far as what to wear to boot camp….I have no idea. I was going to go out today shopping but we have a snow day so I am stuck at home.

  8. Daisygirl says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:06 am

    Love the celebrity shirt!!! And super congrats on your Survivor win!!!!

  9. The Boob Nazi says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:37 am

    Buffalo chicken pasta what?!?

  10. Jenn@ The Crazies says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:40 am

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta….Do tell!!!

  11. Potential Mummy B says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:49 am

    RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE! RECIPE!
    'nough said.

    Thanks.

  12. amelie522 says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:49 am

    I am so going to Bloggy Boot Camp in Baltimore. I will see you there, and you better be wearing the celebrity shirt. Because I would if I were you. And if you see some girl shaking and staring at you from far away, and then stalking you a bit at the conference, it's me. I have a medical condition. I'm an idiot.

  13. Jayme says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:53 am

    Oh hell maybe I'll wear my lawn gnome shirt then LOL

  14. Jene says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:54 am

    I need that recipe!

    I've also always loved the We've Got Cookies shirt, so I vote for that one!

  15. Kerri says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:09 pm

    Congrats on your buff-on winning! But, what's with there not being actual WINE in your prize….lol.

    Love the cookies shirt…and I'm with everyone else…post that recipe woman so I can add it to my Weekly Menu Monday post. Who doesn't love some plate licking at the dinner table?!?

  16. Mae Rae says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:13 pm

    I love the random thoughts. I love that the kids lick the plate clean. I just love the blog today. Great job.

  17. ShellSpann says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:24 pm

    I love all things Philosophy. All of it smells so good!

  18. Heather says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    I also need that recipe! I wish my kids was not picky eaters.

  19. Shanilie says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:28 pm

    Wish I had a way of expressing my random thoughts, I have so many till I finally get ready to type, then it goes blank.

    Recipe sounds DELISH!

  20. We live in a Zoo! says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:35 pm

    I say let your kids lick the plate, as long as its not out in public thats where manners really count, right ;D

  21. Evonne says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:47 pm

    I'm going to jump on the bandwagon and ask for that recipe, too. That sounds good! And there's nothing wrong with licking their plates clean. At least they're eating!

    Love the celebrity shirt!

  22. Anna says

    February 26, 2010 at 12:52 pm

    I want the recipe too! We love buffalo chicken at our house and eat pasta way too often, so that meal is something our household needs!

  23. Much More Than Mommy says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:13 pm

    BE HAPPY THAT THEY ARE NOT PICKY!!! If my girls licked their plates, I would a) sing the Hallelujah Chorus and b) put the plates right back in the cabinet. (Just kidding on b, btw. Really.)

    And also. I just got my Wii Fit. I am really wanting Just Dance right now. Really. Wanting.

  24. Just Another Mom of 2 says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:14 pm

    Wohoo, only a week to go! I so wish I could be there. But noo, we have to go visit the inlaws. Sigh. At least it should give me some blogging material??

    Have fun, and I love the shirts! Have a great weekend!

  25. Oka says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:16 pm

    What is it you do at a Bloggy Bootcamp? Will you have to blog non-stop until someone or many drop?

    Congrats on your Buff-on.

    LMAO that your husband's world is so small.

  26. Lisa says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    Yeah, I agree Shell, you've been holding back on that recipe, haven't you?

    I don't think you're a loser for not being able to whistle but since I can and have no idea of what it feels like not to….heheheheh!
    Sophie couldn't whistle forever but she kept at it and now she can pierce dog ears with her whistle:)

    I may have to check out that lotion if it smells that good!

    I like the tote bag you are going to carry lol!! And the celebrity T-shirt is awesome!!

    You are just too funny lol!!

  27. Danielle says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    I'm goin' to Bloggy Boot Camp! And you can bet your bottom dollar that I will be using this as an excuse to go shopping for a new ensemble!!

    **found you via twitter from @housewifebliss!**

  28. Wonderful World of Weiners says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:30 pm

    Plate lickers rule!!! (said from a mom of very pciky eaters that I'd like to kick now and again!!)

    Hallie

  29. Wonderful World of Weiners says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:30 pm

    Plate lickers rule!!! (said from a mom of very pciky eaters that I'd like to kick now and again!!)

    Hallie

  30. Mellodee says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:32 pm

    That tote is calling my name!! I want one too! Boot Camp for Bloggers?? Those two concepts just don't go together at all. So what is it?

  31. Stepping On Cheerios says

    February 26, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    At Zazzle.com you can make your own T-Shirt!

  32. Confessions From A Working Mom says

    February 26, 2010 at 2:26 pm

    I can't whistle either, so make that 33!!!

    And you are WELCOME for the bloggy love. You deserve it!

    ~Elizabeth
    Confessions From A Working Mom

  33. Jeannie, Jane, Angel, Mommy, etc.. says

    February 26, 2010 at 2:27 pm

    I personally think that Dark side shirt is hilarious. I want it for myself! Also, I agree with everyone else, we need the recipe!

  34. singedwingangel says

    February 26, 2010 at 2:31 pm

    recipe recipe recipe to the umpteenth degree.. I would sooo carry that bag lol I have no shame..

  35. Kmama says

    February 26, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    I love the cookie shirt. The other is great too.

    I lost a follower today. WTF? I can't figure out who it is either. Damn them. Maybe their from the "dark side". If so, I don't really care. LOL

  36. Hattie says

    February 26, 2010 at 2:49 pm

    Thanks for stopping by! Your blog is so cute! I would rock that tote bag too and go with the first shirt, too funny! Have fun at the bloggy bootcamp! Can't wait to read about it!

  37. Kearsie says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:05 pm

    I'm a big fan of The Haiku. Also a big fan of unnecessary capitalization, but that's another story.

    Anyways, back to The Haiku, this is my favorite Tshirt:

    http://typetees.threadless.com/product/623/Haikus_Are_Easy_But_Sometimes

  38. Nicole says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:21 pm

    I would be thrilled if my boys licked their plates clean! Alas.

  39. Sara @ Domestically Challenged says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:25 pm

    I saw your link to those T's and loved them! I checked them all out and sent my hubs a link to one i want! and buffalo chicken pasta? COunt me in!

  40. Erin says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:25 pm

    I am SOOOOOOO jealous! I want to go to bloggy boot camp, but it is just not happening with the hubs traveling right now. Maybe next year…

    I like the "celebrity" shirt. Go for it, girl!

  41. Crazed Mama says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:34 pm

    Ummmm your not a celeb? Why am I following this blog then πŸ™‚ Just Kiddin'! Have a great weekend

  42. Tristen@blissfulchaos says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:35 pm

    Thanks for visiting Blissful Chaos. I didn't use any stencils in the nursery, just a lot of taping for the stripes and the vinyl lettering for the saying! I appreciate your kinds words. I'm your newest follower. Happy Friday!

  43. Jenn says

    February 26, 2010 at 3:43 pm

    SO jealous of bloggy bootcamp. I'm going to try to make the one in Austin, but it's not til October.

    Hey, I must have just skimmed your post … did you say something about a recipe? just kidding … sounds delish! share!

  44. Contemporary Troubadour says

    February 26, 2010 at 4:28 pm

    On your son's new bag that you're going to use: hilarious. It almost begs to become its own theme for a blog, no?

  45. Tam says

    February 26, 2010 at 4:28 pm

    You killed me with the kindergarten tote bag! You go girl! And about the table manners…I would let my kid eat with his hands, with his mouth open and talking at the same time, and then lick the plate, if he would just EAT and stop COMPLAINING about everything I make πŸ™‚

  46. Triplets Plus Two Momma says

    February 26, 2010 at 5:04 pm

    I like the pink shirt. Sunday and I can bring a red carpet and throw rose petals on you as you are walking in celeb sytle! lol

  47. a49erfangirl says

    February 26, 2010 at 5:12 pm

    I just bought the Just Dance for the Wii. I haven't had a chance to try it yet this week because we all have been sick.

  48. Lisa says

    February 26, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    I love both shirts….and the bag!.

    I bought just dance…did I tell you that? I hope it gets here!! I want in on the first one in the contest!

    I think I'm going to do this Friday Fragment thingy.

  49. Crystal Escobar says

    February 26, 2010 at 5:27 pm

    Oh what a fun blog you have here! I'm visiting you from Daisygirl's blog. Now I'm your newest follower now.

  50. Mox says

    February 26, 2010 at 5:59 pm

    My new fave t-shirt:

    F%$k you,
    I have enough friends

    And I would totes wear something that lewd if Girlfriend didn't constantly ask me what stuff says. Dammit, kids. Quit harshing my freedom.

  51. SITS Girls says

    February 26, 2010 at 6:17 pm

    The comments about boot camp are cracking me up… "Do you have to blog until someone drops?" I love it!

    Can't wait to meet you- please wear the dark side shirt. I heart cookies.

  52. For the Love of Naps - Sarah says

    February 26, 2010 at 6:50 pm

    Let's hear that buffulo chicken pasta recipe. Sounds like a winner!

    Have a great time on your trip! And have a great Friday night gloating with your husband.

  53. Mandy says

    February 26, 2010 at 7:22 pm

    oh my gosh, you crack me up. I love the cookies tee, and the tote. In combination you would either be the coolest one there, or a scary sesame street reject. Either way, I'd want to meet you. πŸ˜‰
    See you in baltimore!
    @LastMinuteMandy

  54. Angie's Junk says

    February 26, 2010 at 7:25 pm

    oooh, I forgot about buffalo chicken pasta. I made it a couple times and completely forgot about it. Thanks for the reminder… I lick my plate too! πŸ™‚

    I want the 'Come to the dark side' t-shirt, that's too funny!! lol!

  55. Dimes2Vines says

    February 26, 2010 at 7:36 pm

    Happy Fri Follows – I'm a new follower! Love to have you stop by:
    http://dimes2vines.com

  56. Deb says

    February 26, 2010 at 9:16 pm

    Another "weak" whistler here….and would jump for joy if my kids ever cleaned their plates. My daughter is a pretty big eater, so long as she's eating off my plate and not here own. There's one habit we're trying to nip in the bud, along with letting either of them sit on our laps at the table. Also love the celebrity tee! πŸ™‚

  57. ModernMom says

    February 26, 2010 at 9:37 pm

    Your recipe sounds fantastic! I say pat yourself on the back that you don't have picky eaters and share that pasta secret.

  58. Daffy says

    February 26, 2010 at 9:45 pm

    Congrats on bein' a winner!

    I too would love to see that recipe!!!

  59. Andrea says

    February 26, 2010 at 10:32 pm

    You should totally wear the celebrity shirt. I wish I were going to Baltimore for boot camp. I'd love to hang out and bash the motherbitches with ya.

    You should share that recipe. My kids are picky too.

  60. Slurkin' Stasha says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:23 pm

    Mmmm! The Buffalo Chicken Pasta sounds really good… You need to post that recipe girlie!

    I love all things Philosophy! Pure Grace is one of my favorites…

  61. Andrea says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:29 pm

    Hey girl,
    I left you an award on my blog! Have a good weekend!

  62. Jessica Jones, ATL Mom of 3 says

    February 26, 2010 at 11:43 pm

    WOOOO HOOOOO
    GO HERO'S
    NON WHISTLERS

    AND GOOD DINNERS…

    Now give me the recipie!

  63. The Local Cook says

    February 27, 2010 at 8:09 am

    Happy SITS Saturday Sharefest!

  64. Kim @ seven thirty three says

    February 27, 2010 at 8:26 am

    I wish I was going to bloggy bootcamp. And I would totally laugh at your shirt with you! πŸ™‚

    Happy Saturday Sharefest.

    Oh-and if your interested in trying your luck at another giveaway I have one for a really adorable apron- ends Sunday. πŸ™‚

    Kim
    seven thirty three – – – a creative blog

  65. Amy says

    February 27, 2010 at 10:00 am

    Congrats on all of your awards..

    Have a great weekend.

  66. The Blue Zoo says

    February 27, 2010 at 12:24 pm

    I LOVE Philosophy products!!

    I think youre gonna have to post that recipe.

  67. Jen says

    February 27, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    enjoy bloggy boot camp, I can't wait for Blogher this Summer!

  68. adrienzgirl says

    February 27, 2010 at 6:06 pm

    Buffalo chicken pasta sounds amazing…post recipe please!?!

    I like the I'm a celebrity, really shirt! Too fun!

  69. WhisperingWriter says

    February 27, 2010 at 6:21 pm

    I am so jealous that you get to go to Bloggy Bootcamp. I would love it.

  70. Lindsay Rudolph says

    February 27, 2010 at 6:47 pm

    Your blog is fantastic! This is why I am so excited to pass on the Sunshine Blogger Award to you. Visit
    http://www.cookinlean.com/2010/02/little-piece-of-sunshine.html

    to get all the details!

  71. Mrs4444 says

    February 27, 2010 at 8:01 pm

    I like the celebrity tee a lot πŸ™‚

    What? No recipe?! Come on!!

    Have fun at the bloggy bootcamp thingy; you're going to have a blast.

    Thanks for playing this week πŸ™‚

  72. T!nK says

    February 27, 2010 at 8:24 pm

    I definitely want the celebrity tee.

  73. Chelle says

    February 27, 2010 at 11:00 pm

    I LOVE philosophy products. Mmmm!!

    And a wine related prize?! LUCKY girl!

    I am seriously bummed about not going to Bloggy Boot Camp. I'm going to try to go to the Houston one since it's closer. I hope you have fun and I cannot wait to see your million pictures.

    xo

  74. Prairiemaid says

    February 28, 2010 at 3:31 am

    Have a wonderful time at bloggy boot camp. That sounds like so much fun.

    I want your recipe, too!

  75. BJ_Mama says

    February 28, 2010 at 4:09 am

    You crack me up girl!

    I awarded you for it:
    http://forwhatitsworth-ornot.blogspot.com/2010/02/id-like-to-thank-academy.html

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