Mayfest Fun!

Here in Fort Worth they have a weekend festival the first weekend of May called “Mayfest”.

It sort of reminds me of Toad Suck Daze back home in Conway 🙂

We had a great family day out yesterday…of course I was sweating like a PIG!  It’s already so hot here in Texas….I need to work out and get a hot bod so I can wear some shorts and not be ashamed of my white legs 😛  Of course there were lots of people there wearing crap they shouldn’t have been wearing so that made me feel better, but seriously.  This may be a sundress summer because I don’t like shorts????

I am going on a juice fast starting today so we’ll see how it goes.  I say a fast…but really I think I’m going to have a juice for dinner every night and eat a light lunch mid day.  I’m just not happy with my muffin rolls and I want to feel better about myself.  Especially now that summer is here.

So here is my little family at Mayfest 2012

Excuse my hot and tired looking self… we had worked the early morning Sunday school class at 8:30.  We had EIGHT two year olds!  God bless all you Mom’s with multiples…I just don’t know if I could do it!  I was beat!  Then we stopped for a Starbucks and Connor dumped it all over the back seat of my car and onto the carpet….sigh…just another day!  Pick and choose your battles.  He’s becoming and very opinionated and defiant two year old some days…but other times he just melts my heart and is so loving.

 Thank goodness for child leashes…especially in places like this!
 Connor rode his first pony. 
He was a little scared, but he did well overall and he loved it!
 Awesome sand castle
 Cracking our Mayfest confetti eggs!!!
 Riding on rides with Daddy
OMG why are fair rides SO expensive???
I swear they drain you…they know this…and get away with it because they can!

We had a great weekend.  I spent most of my free time devouring the ever popular “50 Shades of Grey” series everyone is talking about….and let me just say it did not disappoint!  But now I am left hanging and I must read the 2nd one asap! This book as pulled me in hook, line, and sinker. 

I love a good romance …..and this is WAY more than a romance let me say…blushing red romance.  I wish Terence would read it.  I think most women wish their men would read it.  My husband is not a reader, but dang…I wish he would, it might inspire some spice in our 11 year marriage….you know what I’m saying??? ha ha!!!  I really loved KLaw’s review.  She’s the funniest writer and as blunt as I’ll get out…but she doesn’t hold back and that is why I love her blog 🙂

Okay enough about that…have you read the book?  What do you think about it?



Happy Mothers Day From Teleflora

 
Mother’s Day is right around the corner!
In fact it’s only a week away!

 
These days life is so busy that holidays literally sneak up on me.
 
Teleflora, a company that delivers fresh flowers hand-delivered daily, is hosting a fun contest where moms can win $1,000, plus free flowers for a year!
 
There is simply no better way to show your Mom you love her than flowers. Every woman I know, Mom or not, loves getting flowers. I love giving and receiving them! Don’t forget to tell your Mom you love her and thank her for everything she does this year.
Place an order on Teleflora.com for delivery before May 11th and you are automatically entered for a chance to win the Deliver for Mom contest.
 
Order Early: Visit Teleflora.com during the Entry Period and have your Mother’s Day bouquet delivered by May 11, 2012 to be automatically entered for a daily chance to win. You must select the “Mother’s Day” occasion at checkout to be automatically entered for a daily chance to win. All order early entries must be received by May 9, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. PT to be eligible.
 
Disclosure: This sponsored post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. I was compensated for my time investment and work on this campaign. Thoughts are my own.

 

All of 2

Connor right now you are every bit a 2 year old.
You run and jump off things.  It scares me to death….but you are all boy!  You’ve also been rambling a lot.  Although I don’t understand what you are saying half the time it’s fun to see you get so excited about things.  I wish I had more time with you during the day, but I do enjoy our evenings together and we have so much fun! 
Last night I took some pictures of you 🙂
It’s going to be a fun summer that is for sure!

Love you sweet boy!
Mama

First Years Sippy Cup Giveaway!

We got some Cars sippy cups from The First Years awhile ago and I’ve been meaning to tell you all about them!  Connor LOVES the movie Cars!  He’s also a 2 year old who is very opinionated and when I give him the option of what cup he wants what do you think he chooses? 

CARS.

The First Years introduces Magical Color Change technology in their Disney Insulated Cup line, which remains BPA Free. When Mom pours chilled liquid into the insulated cup, it magically changes to a darker color. As the liquid cools to room temperature, the cup changes back to its original color. Parents will love the peace of mind this technology provides and children will marvel at the magic of color change!

Your child’s favorite Disney characters (Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Disney Princess, Disney Fairies, Toy Story 3 and Cars 2) combined with new BPA-Free Magical Color Change technology will bring fun to every mealtime! The cups make clean up easy for parents too with the exclusive Easy Clean Valve System™, a one-piece lid with a built in spill-proof valve, eliminating the need for extra cleaning. Watch the magic here.

All The First Years Sippy Cups are BPA-free and dishwasher safe. These cups feature double-wall insulation to keep a child’s drink cooler longer and a “sweat-proof” surface making it easier to grip. 

We are loving our Cars cups!  Connor also likes to watch the color change 🙂

9 oz. cup. Age 9 months and up. MSRP: 2 pack $8.99

Would you like to win a 2 pack of First Years Sippy Cups?

TO ENTER:

1.  Tell me what your favorite Disney character is?

2.  “Like” First Years Facebook Page

(Please leave a comment telling me you did so!)

Contest Ends: May 12, 2012

Introducing Krystin: Dreams Do Come True!

Krystin is a brand new sponsor on The Java Mama!!!
Woohoo!  Welcome Krystin!

ABOUT KRYSTIN:

“I am a FREE Certified Disney Travel Agent. I help clients with all aspects of planning their Disney Vacation. Including getting them the best deal available. I also get them their dining reservations as well as create itineraries and anything else that they need!”


I have never been to Disney.  Isn’t that sad 🙁

I’ve already told Terence that is is a MUST on our travel list.  We are planning to take Connor when he’s a couple years older.  I don’t know who would have more fun…him or us?  I do know that it is a huge park and I would have no idea how to start planning a trip like this……in comes Krystin.

She can help you get the best bang for your buck so you can have more fun!  If you would like more information on how to book a Disney vacation you can contact Krystin HERE.

Thank you Krystin and you have such a fun job helping all the Prince’s & Princess’s dreams come true!!!  I know we’ll be contacting you in the near future for our Disney vacation 🙂