VBS 09'

So this week I was a worker at our Church VBS. It was so much fun! I taught Missions and Music. Basically doing a bible study about different missionaries in different parts of the world each day with q&a. Then they learned a new praise team dance and song each day it was a great turn out. Then the last day was a church carnival and I was the facepainter :)
Here are some pictures..

2months old!

MAX





Man we are so blessed! God has turned my world upside down(in great ways) these past few years I can't wait to see what he has in store for us next. God is good.

Today take a moment to thannk God for the special gifts he has given you.

Ava's day on the farm

I'm so bad at finding the time lately to blog but bare with me. I will try to blog at least 3 times this week! PINKYPROMISE :-)
Last weekend we went out to my aunt's farm house and stayed the weekend. Ava had a blast! She fed the horses, roosters, cats, and dogs! And as nervous as she was to she road sony horse around! Here's a couple pictures of our girl out in the country!

Wedding dress

This week Kelly is doing a tour on wedding dresses! I love love love wedding so much they are the most romantic moment of your life it's a sham we don't get more than one ha! But that would defeat the purpose now wouldn't it! OK OK maybe just the chance to renew it ..like every couple years is nice. But anyway here are some pictures of me and sweety on our big day!


My dress was not an original or made just for me ..but it was perfect. And I'd say the most expensive dress I'll ever buy just to wear once haha! It had a heart shape strapless top and lace hitting right under my chest. And then again at the bottom. It also had tiny crystals embroidered in the lace..and the veil she did make just for me to match the lace-crystal detailing..I went for the old hollywood glamour look for our wedding..

Survey abc's

B-Bed Size: king.

C-Chore I dislike the most: laundry!

D-Dogs name: None yet..

E-Essential start of my day begins with: hurrying to pee before having to get Ava up and Max and struggle to carry them both down stairs with blankies in hand and 2 bottles and diaper changing items! It's now or never I say..

F-Favorite Color: uhm I always say Diamond :)

G-Gold or Silver: silver.

H-Height: 5'2"

I-Instrument I play: air guitar.

J-Job Title:Mommy/housewife/Stylist/Makeup artist.

K-Kids: Ava Grace & Max Carter currently 17months and 6 weeks old.

L-Living Arrangements: in a home made of Love with my husband and babies

M-Mom's Name: Tracesa Kiki Kiana (HAWAIIN).

N-Nicknames: Al, Mama, and babe are the usual

O-Over Night Hospital Stay other than child birth: Pregnancy I'm basically allergic to it..but it's so worth it :)

P-Pet Peeve: Dirty tennishoes, rude people,lack of romance, and being ignored.

Q-Quote from movie: I just love to laugh at movies no fav quotes though.

R-Right or Left handed: right.

S-Siblings: 1 brothers, 1 sister.

T-Time I Wake Up: depends when the babies wake up.

U-Underwear: yes please.

V-Veggies I dislike: Uhm Brussel Sprouts, but otherwise I'm a veggie lover

W-What make me run late: getting ready.

X-X Rays: I usual only have to get them at the Chiropractor & Dentist..

Y-Yummy Foods I Make: Three cheese tortalini, secret seasoned chicken & rice and stuffed chicken broccoli & cheese style mmmm I'm so hungry now!

Z-Zoo Animals: White tigers, hippos, monkeys, I just cant choose we need a trip to the zoo!


Now I tag 3 of my friends: i tag whoever is reading this :)

15 Hidden Health Secrets of Lemons

Did you know the Ancient Egyptians believed that eating lemons and drinking lemon juice was an effective protection against a variety of poisons, and that recent research has confirmed this belief?

Abolish Acne

Lemon contains citric acid, which can be effective in treating acne. The vitamin C found in citrus fruits is vital for that healthy glowing skin while its alkaline nature kills some types of bacteria known to cause acne. In addition to drinking lemon juice with water first thing in the morning, here are some suggestions on how to prepare a homemade acne treatment using lemon:

· With your finger or a cotton ball, apply fresh lemon juice on acne and leave it overnight. Wash with water the following morning. There may be an uncomfortable sensation of burning at first, but it will soon disappear.

· Mix one part of freshly squeezed lemon juice with an equal part of rose or honey water. Put the mixture on affected areas for at least half an hour. Wash it afterwards with water. This application should be repeated twice daily, ideally in the morning and the evening.

Abandon Your Anxiety
Research has shown that lemon balm has a calming effect and therefore may be able to help remove fatigue, exhaustion, dizziness, anxiety, nervousness, and tension. It is also believed that inhaling lemon oil helps in increasing concentration and alertness. It can therefore be used as a room freshener in offices to increase the efficiency of the employees. If you’re feeling tense sprinkle a few drops of lemon balm essential oil (Melissa officinalis) on a handkerchief to inhale.
Canker Sore, No More
The proven antibacterial and antiviral properties of lemons can accelerate the healing process in the case of cankers. Mix the juice of freshly squeezed lemon into a glass of lukewarm water and rinse your mouth with this solution; do this three times a day. There may be a burning sensation when the lemon juice comes into contact with the canker, however, the more frequently you use it, the less burning there will be.

Leave the Fever
Chills and fevers may be due to a variety of causes, but the lemon is always a helpful remedy. Here is a method that can ease symptoms: add the juice of 1 lemon to a cup of hot water with honey and drink at once, then every 2 hours until the fever or chill subsides.

Skipping a few...
Cure Corns and Calluses
Erase Eczema
Fight Fatigue

Smite a Bug Bite

If the stinger is still in the skin, take it out with a pair of tweezers. Massage 1 to 2 drops of lemon oil, mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey, into the skin around the bite.

To repel insects, add 20 drops of lemon oil to 1 cup (250ml) of water and spray into the air. It smells great and repels insects at the same time. Another home remedy is to place a cotton ball soaked in lemon oil in your bedroom. If you are sitting outside in the evening, apply lemon scent to skin areas not covered in clothing. Or, add 10 drops of lemon oil to 1 ½ oz of sunflower oil and rub into the skin.

Pulverize Pain

Say Adios to Varicose

Of course I didn't list all 15 or get into all the details but search further if any titles interested you I am a firm believer of Natural vs. medical!! Who knew this little yellow fruit could do so much good :-) And you know what they say "When life gives you Lemons..."

Wonderful Weekend!

This past weekend was the best I have had in a while! As I mentioned before Mandie my bff came to town with her family and we got together on Saturday. Starting our visit out at my place with the kids so Garrett and Ava could have some time to play together..they were too cute! Ava was being a brat of course and wanted nothin to do with him for the longest time blowin off every attempt to kiss her haha! But once I broke out the Popsicles it was like a match made in heaven lol..they strolled through the house holding hands..geesh what my girl will do for food lol. After the play date we met up later that night for dinner and a movie..Dinner was amazing I recommend BAR LOUIE to anyone..and the movie HILARIOUS! Mandie and I pretty much laughed the entire movie..if your into comedies with some "fresh humor" I recommend seeing The Hangover.. all in all what a fun night! I hope you guys come back soon we miss ya'll already!

Here's some photo's from our play date with Garrett..

Adam holding baby Max and Garrett wantin to take over lol

This is Mandie holdin baby Max (You look great girl!)


Play time!!





Poor Garrett he wanted kisses so bad! And there's Ava miss DIVA wantin nothin to do with him..(Daddy was proud)
But then..she warmed up to him eventually (Popsicles hand in hand aww)