The Joys of Winter in New York

   Fortunately winter is almost over here in upstate New York. I finally had the chance to take my daughter sledding last weekend and I must say that I had the most fun I have ever had sledding. I enjoy the outdoors but not when the temperature is below freezing, so needless to say I don't get out much this time of year. We were joined by my cousin Tanya and her two boys Landon and Taegan and we had a blast. I felt like a little kid again. The weather was beautiful and the kids were so much fun. One thing I used to do when my brother and I played outside in the winter was eat the snow. Don't worry though I didn't eat any odd colored snow just the fresh snow. I taught my daughter this wonderful pastime too and I must say I think she enjoys it as much as I always did. I will add the pictures of this to the post for you all to see. What are some of your favorite winter pastimes? Do you like snowmobiling, sledding, skiing, snowshoeing, or another winter sport. I would love to hear your stories so feel free to post them in the comments. Until next time!

~Amanda~

Pop Star Crush

 



  My 8 year old daughter has this little crush on Justin Beiber just as many other little girls do. She goes crazy every time she sees him and his pictures cover her walls in her room. Next Friday (2/11/2011) Mr. Beiber has a movie coming out that she is dying to see. Are there any other moms out there that are going through the same thing with their daughters? I am going to take her to see the movie because I to was once just like her. I think everybody has had a certain musician or pop star that they have had a little crush on. For me it was Justin Timberlake from N'SYNC and Brian Littrell from the Backstreet Boys. Who were your celebrity crushes?

"Twilight" Survey :

 

  A Twilight fan by the name of Florence is doing this survey for a class he is taking and would really like your help. Just follow the link to the survey:  http://flo-kaka.livejournal.com/8577.html. It's 30 questions and only takes a few minutes so please help out our fellow Twilight fan. Thank you for your help and support.

Starting a New Year

  Hello Everyone. I hope you are all looking forward to the New Year like I am. 2010 has been quite a year of ups and downs. My family and I are in the process of moving which is exciting and exhausting at the same time. Our new place is so nice. I can't wait to be there for good. My News Years Resolution for 2011 is to not stress so much and enjoy the time I have with my friends and family. I have lost too many loved ones and it has really taught me to cherish the moments I have with the family still here with me. As you know I am a huge Vampire Diaries fan and a huge fan of Ian Somerhalder. If you are too you should check out his new foundation at http://www.isfoundation.com and donate to help Ian save our furry friends and our environment. I wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year!

Dancing With The Stars Week 9

   Wow I cannot believe we are at the finals for DWTS already. It has been an interesting season. I was rooting for Audrina Patridge from the beginning and I was so sad to see her go. I also enjoyed watching Kurt Warner, Bristol Palin, and Jennifer Gray. It has been an entertaining season to say the least. Who do you think will win the coveted mirror ball trophy next week? Bristol, Kyle, or Jennifer? Who were you most shocked to see leave?

New Green Works Cleaning Products

   As I mentioned in my first post, I am going back to school to pursue a degree in Small Business Management. I eventually would like to open my own cleaning business and I was wondering if any of you have tried the Green Works cleaning products. I have used the multi-purpose cleaner and I really like it. I would like to try the Laundry detergent but I am a little nervous because my daughter and I both have sensitive skin and can only use certain products and when I start my business I have to make sure I use a product that will work for any skin type. If any of you have tried it and like it would you please let me know. I really like the other products in this line and would love to continue with them. Thanks for your input.

Ian Somerhalder's Birthday Project

 Hello Everyone! I'm sure those of you that are fans of The Vampire Diaries know about Ian's Birthday Project. Ian as we all is an amazing actor and philanthropist. He loves animals and our environment. Ian is working with St. Tammany Humane Society to raise money for the animals at the shelter. The birthday project was started by some fans to help raise money to donate to the St. Tammany Humane Society in Ian's name. Here is a link to the website with all the donation information: http://the-vampirediaries.com/2010/09/29/birthday-projects-announcement-regarding-ian-somerhalder-bday-project/. If you can help out in any way please do so. Ian has done so much for the animals and the environment so this can be your way of showing him how much you appreciate all of his efforts.