I just realized that within a matter of weeks, we will be back to the basics around our house.
You know, the baby basics.
Back to changing diapers, cleaning up spit up, and I will be nursing 2012 in more ways than one!
I get to start breast feeding for the next year of my life once again, losing sleep, forgetting to eat, do my hair, put on underwear or makeup.
These are the baby basics.
I will admit, I am looking forward to doing it all over once again but am very, VERY thankful this will be the last time I will be doing it.
So, bring on the diapers, spit up, umpteen loads of dirty poop soaked clothing…..I am up for the challenge one last time.
I can’t wait to snuggle and take in that netter than life new baby smell.
Oh, and the pink and oh so cute girly things I cannot wait to put Ellie in!
I think the hubby is going to take away my credit cards and cut off all my access to Etsy and Pinterest because I have a serious addiction to finding adorable things I want to dress Ellie in!
And seriously, where the hell were these sites when I had my 3 other children?
I would have done some damage!
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A Truly Inspirational Message
This is a video EVERYONE should watch!
I think we can all learn something from this young man.
Holiday Savings from Build-A-Bear
We are currently planning a trip to Build-A-Bear for next weekend to bring a new friend to life to present to Ellie when she is born.
The great thing is that now through December 18th you can purchase any animal PLUS any outfit for just $24.99. Needless to say, this is definitely an offer we will be taking advantage of because I like to stretch my hard earned Bear Bucks as far as I can!
In addition to this great savings promotion, thanks to our friends at Build-A-Bear Workshop, your family has a direct line to Santa and his little helpers! By visiting http://play.buildabear.com/, your child can create their own wish list with one of Santa’s elves and tell them what they want for Christmas! *Parental agreement is needed for all children under 13.
So, what are you waiting for? Get over to your local Build-A-Bear and start saving today! Plus don’t forget to watch for Baby Ellie updates and pictures after she arrives and is presented with her first friend from Build-A-Bear and our family!
Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card in exchange for this post. No monetary exchange took place. All opinions are my own
SpongeBob’s Surf & Skate Roadtrip
Let’s just say, the kids had a blast!
Even Zack was surfing and skating and he’s on crutches!!
The little Alexander had a hard time trying to navigate things but still had lots of fun trying!
If you’re looking for a new game to add to your family’s collection, we highly recommend SpongeBob’s Surf & Skate Roadtrip for the XBOX360 Kinect.
Check out the preview of the game below.
Disclaimer: This promotion was based on using a complimentary product provided by Click Communications and THQ Inc.
Host a Chex Party Mix-change with #Giveaway – Ends 12/22/11
With the Holiday season approaching rather quickly, I know there are a lot of people out there making delicious holiday treats, hosting cooking exchanges and preparing for the holiday. Since we don’t have a lot of extra time right now to prepare holiday treats and sweets while we are preparing for the arrival of our latest bundle of joy, we decided to participate in a Chex Party Mix-change instead. 
We spent a large portion of last evening making yummy Chex snacks to share with our friends and family during the holidays.
First we started with a simple Chex Mix with the ingredients as follows:
3 cups Corn Chex® cereal
3 cups Rice Chex® cereal
3 cups Wheat Chex® cereal
1 cup honey roasted peanuts
1 cup bite-size pretzels
1 cup garlic-flavor bite-size bagel chips
6 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
We melted the butter in a microwave safe dish and then mixed all of the ingredients together by shaking in a large paper grocery bag.
Once everything was mixed together, we spread it out on a cookie sheet and baked at 250* for 1 hour while mixing it up every 15 minutes.
It turned out soooo good, I actually like it more than the stuff you get in a bag at the store! We also made a big batch of Chex Muddy Buddies too and have been looking at other recipes that we plan to make. Chex has a huge assortment of recipes to fit everyone’s needs including Gluten Free.
With several Chex Party Mix recipes that can be made in just 15 minutes and Sam’s Club stores providing you with everything needed to host a fabulous party, there’s no excuse to not call on family and friends for a celebration.
The great news is we are giving one lucky reader of The Megalomaniac Mommy a chance to have their own Chex Party Mix-change thanks to the folks at Sam’s Club, Chex Party Mix, General Mills and MyBlogSpark. The lucky winner will receive one $25 Sam’s Club gift card and one box of Chex cereal.
Here’s how to enter!
MANDATORY 1st ENTRY:
Visit the Chex recipe page and tell me which recipe you are most excited to try in a comment below.
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This giveaway will begin on December 8th 2011 and end on December 22nd 2011 at 12 NOON CST and is open to US Residents Only. Winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond and claim prize. For more information on giveaways hosted by The Megalomaniac Mommy, please read the Policies page.
Disclosure: The Sam’s Club gift card, information, and giveaway have been provided by Sam’s Club, Chex Party Mix and General Mills through MyBlogSpark.
You can host your own Chex Party Mix-change too! Feel free to download the invites, tips and ideas and packaging plans below and your party is sure to be a success.
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