Zahavah!!

Okay, this is definitely what every mother, wife, grandmother, or girlfriend wants for Christmas!



I know I want one!! This is called the Name Tag Necklace on a Ball Chain. You can order this from Zahavah online. The owner told me that these might not be on the website yet, but you can definitely contact them to make a custom necklace. You can get a name and date on the tag, which is such a cute idea for a mom to have her kids names and ages on. This may be what grandma gets this holiday season!! She'd love it with her 3 grandson's names on it!!

Back to School---I'm so lost!!

Okay, so there is officially one week until school starts. That means only one week until my oldest starts kindergarten. I'm having the first time jitters, I've purchased all the items for his "supply list" (crayons, markers, folders, binders, tissues, etc), however, I am at a loss as what to get him to wear for his first day of school. He's got clothes in his closet, but I can't think of one outfit that doesn't have a small hole or stain in it. First impressions mean a lot, but do they in kindergarten? Should I get him one new outfit for his first day, and then let the other days deal with the holes and stains? Also, here in burning hot Texas, we won't be able to wear pants or long sleeves for at least another 3 months, so I have to find a nice looking short and t-shirt. I want him to be comfortable, especially since he's never been to school before and want it to be easy for him if he has to go to the bathroom. So, I need ideas on a budget. I have a $10 off coupon for JC Penney, but don't feel like getting him an Iron Man t-shirt. I guess I can go check out the store and see. They do have a couple of cute T-shirts on line... Drummer T-Shirt
So, I'm thinking I could handle my little guy wearing something like this. But then I want him to wear some elastic band shorts... and don't think the Adidas sports pants or shorts would go with this shirt.. or do they?... maybe just some Old Navy or Gap cotton shorts? Does anyone else spend this much time on their 5 year old's wardrobe or am I really that neurotic? Help!! I don't even want to think about shoes!! But you know I will (and have).

Early Holiday Shopping

I know, I know... it's not even September yet and I'm already thinking about holiday shopping. I feel like if I don't, the holidays will pass me by OR I'll be in massive debt because of the holidays. Well, I'm starting my own holiday list (and birthday list) because there is a little dressy number I have on my radar. You can check it out on Etsy.com (although I just saw that my size has been sold!! Ahh I hope they make more!!). Here it is... my cyclist hubby would be proud. It's from this Etsy store- http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5070255

As for my kids, I'm really not sure what I'll be getting them. I know my 5 yo would love more video games (but we have the monthly rental service, so why would I waste my money on buying more Wii games? He does really want the new Star Wars though). I'd love to find something more educational for him that he'd love and want to do every day. My 3 yo LOVES toys. His birthday comes before Christmas, so I'm sure he'll be getting some toys (new big wheel?, little people?, puzzles?, games?). Here are some of my ideas for him- an "I Spy" bean bag from Etsy or some wooden cars from Etsy. I like supporting artists.









You can bet for all of my girlfriends and girly relatives, they'll be getting some of the new Arbonne holiday lines. These aren't out yet, but will be available for online purchase on Sept. 1st 2008. I'm hoping they offer the "I want it all" set so I can buy everything!! I can't wait to try the Black Orchid Cassis and the Star Jasmine Tuberose scents!!











I also love the new glitz and glam items. I hope someone gets them for me!!

You can shop for this awesome Arbonne stuff by contacting me!

Natural Progesterone Balancing Creams

Okay, so I have a personal story regarding Arbonne's Natural Balancing Creams Balance: Natural Balancing Creams (Prolief and PhytoProlief). Wow, these are amazing products. They contain soy progesterone and are supposed to level out the estrogen in women and the testosterone in men. So, here is my story

I have been with Arbonne for almost a year now. I tried the balancing creams on and off (but never consistently). I was breastfeeding at the time and didn't want to commit to it in case it changed my milk supply for my baby. Well, after 5.5 years of being either pregnant or breastfeeding, my son finally weaned. My hormones went crazy, I was crying all of the time, was angry at my boys for silly reasons, was depressed, and was as pimply as I was in Jr. High. I was experiencing Post Partum Depression (or post nursing depression). Well, finally day 12 of my cycle came on a Wednesday. I started using Prolief. By Thursday, my anxiety and depression had lifted. By Friday, I felt like I was already back to normal!! By Monday, my face and neck were cleared of all blemishes and I no longer wanted to kill my boys... I was able to play with them again and laugh again.

Amazing stuff!! I've sold my mom on the Phytoprolief as well. She needs to strengthen her bones now that's she's been through menopause!!



The Prolief cream contains these items:


• Black Cohosh
• Chaste Tree Berry
• Dong Quai
• Evening Primrose Oil
• Red Clover
• Alfalfa
• Licorice
• Ginseng



*THESE STATEMENTS ARE MERELY FROM PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE IN NO WAY INTENDED TO BE MEDICAL CLAIMS OR GUARANTEES FOR ANYONE.