I Made Something Off Pinterest: Samoa M&M Blondies

Mmm..nothing like a good round of baking to cheer a girl up...until you realize that what you made is sooooo bad for you!! Woah sugar and butter Batman!

I was looking around on Pinterest today (yeah, i know, what's new?!) when i found THESE:

Source: eatatallies.com via Christy on Pinterest

Hello Samoa M&M Blondies!! Oh 'Eat at Allies', how you have lured me in!

Seriously, those look AMAZING!


Now for my version...

Mine? definitely not as pretty! lol. (note to self: learn to photograph food)
What went wrong? well i don't think that i 'browned' the butter properly. I also totally didn't listen to directions when it said to let them cool completely before removing them from the pan..oops! my bad!
I also used Easter M&M's...in FEBRUARY!...from LAST Easter! (no, i'm not tryin to kill anyone)

BUT they totally taste yummy! and it got me off my butt. oh! and PLEASE do NOT calculate the 'nutritional value' and tell me, because me and big ol' bum do NOT want to know! ;)

Lady and the Tramp Prize Pack

Just over a week ago I did a promo post for Disney's Lady and the Tramp. It had a great 'spot the differences' and printable valentines on it!

Well now I have some awesome news! The wonderful people at Disney have offered me a fantastic 'Lady and the Tramp' prize pack for a giveaway!

Prize pack includes ONE “Lady and the Tramp” – Diamond Edition Blu-ray Combo Pack

and ONE "Lady and the Tramp" Read-Along storybook and CD

Experience the magic!  Read along with the characters from the film with this storybook and CD!

I absolutely can't wait to see this wonderful love story again, can you?! If you need a bit of a refresher, be sure to check out the trailer below..It seriously had me smiling while watching!

Now for the GIVEAWAY! Just enter on the rafflecopter below!
(if it's not there, click on 'read more')

Open to Canadian residents(exc. Quebec)

Wordless Wednesday - STILL sick

* me on my couch, where i have basically been for a good 4 days now. headcold vs migraines. back and forth. fight to the death apparently. *

Saturday Photo Share

...on Sunday. Sorry, I am rather sick with a horrid headcold right now.

Ok, so going clockwise...
1) Crazy Orangie face! lol. She loves for me to snap her pic being goofy.
2) Bowling practise! Both girls are on leagues. 10 pin baby!
3) Candle jars i upcycled this week. LOVE them!
4) Cookies I made and gifted this week.
5) Comfort food! Homemade mac n cheese.
6) My view from the couch. Being sick is NO fun!
7) More sickie shots
8) Last nights dinner for the girls, tea for me! I can apparently get off couch, go to mcd's, get food(drive-thru), drive home and be back on couch in 10 mins. Not bad! and so much easier than having to think and cook.

Now, back to the couch i go...*sniffle*

Vineyard Music: I Love Your Presence - Review and G

About 'I Love Your Presence':
I LOVE YOUR PRESENCE was recorded live at the Burn Bright: Worship and The Kingdom Of God conference, hosted by Vineyard Worship. Several hundred worship leaders and worshippers gathered in the Arizona desert to explore the nature of God’s kingdom through music and teaching with some of the Vineyard’s most gifted communicators and musicians. This inspiring collection of songs recorded live at the The Vineyard Church North Phoenix will immerse listeners in the powerful worship that was the highlight of the event. I LOVE YOUR PRESENCE reminds us to not just think of worship as singing songs, but also laying down our lives for Him.

Tracklist

1. Let It Come
2. Glory to the King
3. Saving Grace
4. What Can I Bring
5. Love of God
6. One Thing Remains
7. Now and Ever
8. Invitacion Fountain
9. Sweet Mercies
10. Isn’t He/Amazing Grace
11. I Love Your Presence
12. Perfect Sacrifice
13. I Life My Eyes Up (Psalm 121)

Featuring worship leaders Matt Turrgiano, Chris Lizotte, Steve Jones, Anabeth Morgan, Kirsten Ford, Nigel Briggs, and Casey Corum.

My Thoughts:
I was hesitant when saying I'd review this cd. I'm generally not a fan of 'live' cd's. I find the the noise of the crowd takes away from the listening experience. This cd is not at all like that, there is no crowd noise! It has a great feel to it, I can picture singing along on Sunday morning in Church. It has quickly become a favourite worship cd of mine. I find that it's great for relaxing me, and helps me to focus when i need to get writing done. I admit I find myself stopping to think, absorb the words, tap my foot, nod, or sway a bit in my chair. This is a wonderful cd, quite uplifting, and I highly recommend!

For More Info:
Website: http://www.vineyardmusic.com/vm/
 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DiscoverVineyard
 Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/VineyardMusic
 iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/i-love-your-presence-live/id491711353

Now for GIVEAWAY time! One lucky reader will win a download copy of 'I Love Your Presence'.

Just enter below on the Rafflecopter! (if it's missing click on 'read more')

Mmmm. Cookies.

Today was a yummy day in the kitchen! I made 40 wonderful oatmeal choco-chip cookies!

When looking for a specific recipe i tend to go to allrecipes.com, type in what i'm looking for, and then click the 'rating' button so that all the top rated recipes are the ones i see first. So far it hasn't failed me! Oh! and i also read the reviews too, to make sure I get the best possible recipe!

Today's recipe I used is Oatmeal Chip Cookies. For these ones I make them as the recipe states. It's great just as it is. (warning though, lots of butter and sugar!!)

Here are the prep pics:

And the final product:

The only problem with todays cookie session?? I made 40 scrumptious cookies...I ate 2 to make sure they were good enough to give, and have 6 leftover for the mr and the 2 kids!! :(

The good news is that I surprised my new neighbours with some, and a friend, and the mr's co-workers! :)

I'm a Kellogger

Cereal is a major staple in our household! If I had to guess we have about 12 boxes is in the cupboard or pantry, just waiting to be chowed down on! So imagine my giddiness when I was selected as a Kellogger by Kelloggs Canada, and this awesome box of goodies shows up at my door!

* The box contained all these awesome products, plus a t-shirt and 2 rooster bowls! *

Immediately the t-shirt got snatched up by the older daughter, of course she made it 'cooler' by wrapping an elastic on the back and tucking it up...*sigh* Oh the joys of a tween! lol. 'Come on mom!! It looks GRRReat!' I couldn't help but laugh at that!

And because cereal is most definitely NOT just a morning food around here (i especially LOVE Mini-Wheats dry as a snack, sooo much healthier than chips or icecream!)...here's some bedtime snack pics!

* Interesting that the girls first choice to open was good ol' Corn Flakes! Perfect for bedtime snack though! Not sugary! LOVE it! *

* Orangie HAD to get that last little bit! *

Did You Know?: Consumers around the world enjoy Kellogg's products. We manufacture in 18 countries and sell products in more than 180 countries. Our beloved brands include: Special K, Vector, All-Bran, Kellogg's Corn Flakes, Kellogg's Two Scoops Raisin Bran, Eggo, Nutri-Grain, Rice Krispies, Pop-Tarts, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes, and Fruit Loops.

So, which one is YOUR fave?

* I wrote this post as part of the Kelloggers Network. I get free products and coupons as part of this program. As always you get my honest opinions! *