Make-overs....home-style!!!

Since we moved into our house we luckily haven't had to really do anything to it (besides doing Bre's room) however I think it's about time we put our own touch on it!! So we are starting small and starting out w our bedroom...right now it's pretty plain, we have a non working fireplace which I'm hoping to get an electric fireplace insert to add to it, we're going to do a focal wall dark blue and then light blue and brown accent paints. I am going to make (or should I say ATTEMPT) a headboard w plywood, batting and fabric . I am also going to cover a canvas frame w some fabric as a picture for above the fireplace. We did purchase some bedding last weekend but we are getting a King bed this weekend so I have to return that for bigger one so I think I'm actually going to get a different pattern, (as long as they still have it in stock) its a dark blue, green and white

Another project is remove one of the HUGE trees out back so we will only have one! And then bathrooms...upstairs we are still debating on exactly what to do but, we have a claw foot tub/shower so were not sure if we wanna keep it or move to a whirlpool tub/shower...if anything we will do some cosmetic updates (rid of the yes wallpaper and paint the wall ) the other bathroom downstairs off the mud room/laundry room...were still debating on just making it into a powder room w no shower but our luck if we did that something would happen to the upstairs shower and we would be screwed!!!

I think our biggest project is going to be the kitchen...it is VERY outdated...It is functional and I mean it goes w the house but I'm pretty over it..... A new floor is needed plus the cabinets need refinished and we def need to get rid of the wallpaper and the counter could use some updates and I would LOVE to have a pantry IN the kitchen and not in the mud room/laundry room...

so as each project is started then completed I am going try and do a before & after post with pictures and how the progress is going or actually how long it may take us to do each one...so this weekend hoping to start the first one...so stay tuned!

must have...

So there are some products I absolutely can not live with out so I thought I would share!!!

One thing I am crazy about is my skin and what I wash my face with..I seriously freak out if I have the tiniest blemish on my face and I have super sensitive skin.....I have tried so many different kinds of washes & lotions but seem to end up back with the pricey one....yea I may be crazy for spending the amount I do on face wash & lotion but I really can tell the difference and I don't splurge on really anything for myself so why not something everyone sees...

So my first must have I start out with MAC Creme Wash i love it cause its light and it doesn't make your face feel dry or oily after you use it and you just need a small amount.... my favorite lotion I use is Strobe Cream it seriously is the best face cream I have ever had! It's very light and gives a sort of 'glow'

 

As I posted before I am not one to go crazy over makeup but there are 2 must have make up essentials that I use daily.....Smashbox High Definition Liquid concealer this concealer seriously is the BEST I have ever used and a little goes a long way and covers those pesky dark circles....the other is something that I remember using when I was younger for dance recitals and competitions but this has a new twist on it which makes me love it even more great lash - lots of lashes it has the same looks and feel of the regular great lash but the new brush lets you get those corners and bottom lashes

so there you have it....so if you're looking for new products...check these out!!! 

Valentines Day & Tiny Prints....

Ive always liked the products from


Yesterday I received an email to check out the Valentines Cards ! So I figured this would be a cute way to send family something w my little peanut all garbed out in Valentines day gear...If you have never seen any of their things...you're missing out!!!


I really have a hard time picking just one of my favorites all of their cards are so cute!!! So here a few of my favorites...

Cute one for Husband (Love)

cute for niece & nephews from Breanna...(kids)

 And you cant forget about the cute photo cards...

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Wordless Wednesday...

WW-techy baby :-)

Easy and quick beef enchilada bake

So the other day I got my family circle in the mail and as I was going thru it found this recipe that sounded pretty amazing and easy so I decided to make it and also share it with you...

Prep time: 20 min
Total cooking time: 45 min
Makes: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS-
1lb ground beef
1 can (10.75 oz) cream of chicken soup
1/2 lb VELVEETA, cut into 1/2" cubes
6 corn tortillas (6inch), cut in half
1 can (10oz) RO*TEL diced tomatoes & green chilies, undrained

Heat oven to 350
Brown meat in large skillet, drain
Stir in soup and 1 cup VELVEETA
Spoon 1/3 meat mixture into 8-in square baking dish; cover with 6 tortilla halves and 1/4c RO*TEL. Repeat layers.
Top with remaining meat mixture, RO*TEL and VELVEETA; cover
Bake 25 min or until heated through

Hope you enjoy as much as we did!!!

7months...

My sweet Breanna I can't believe you are already 7 months old(I know I say that every month but I really can't believe how quickly you are growing up You are just getting too big too quick!)You are still such a happy little girl from the moment you wake up you are all smiles!!!

You had your 6 month check up this past Friday(a little late) and the Dr. was VERY happy with the way you are growing! You are 15lbs 5oz and 26.5 inches long!! You are a tall skinny bean....He also said your top left tooth should be popping thru soon and your right should follow soon-after! You weren't too happy with your shots but you bounced back in no time and were playing as soon as we got home! He said you can start eating some bread w butter, cottage cheese, baby puffs, ice cream and can also try some chocolate and whipped cream, we can also add cinnamon and sugar to your cereal!

You are still sleeping like a champ(530/630pm til 600/630am)! And your naps are getting to be less and less each day! You love to play with your toys and love hanging out in your pack n play. You also love your bouncer...and get so excited when one certain song comes on. You are still very vocal and love to 'talk'. You have started to pull yourself up and are kind of standing on your own as long as you have something to hold on to- so that means we had to move your crib and pack&play mattresses down low!

This past Thursday you learned how to get from your belly to sitting position and finally started to crawl...well more like a crab/scoot crawl where you keep one leg out and scoot you way around but your moving nonetheless. You are so proud of yourself that once you get back on your bum you bounce up and down and clap...yup that's another new thing you learned to do...clap! You have also learned how to make new noises and think its the funniest thing ever! And now that you're mobile, it is so much harder to take your pictures!!! And you really want to just go go go....

I am so happy and proud to be your mommy! My love for you continues to grow for you more and more every day! I love you to the moon & back xoxo

As easy as 1,2,3....

Ive had a few ppl ask me lately if making baby food is as easy as it sounds.... Yup!!! homemade baby food really is as easy as it sounds!!! I never have thought I would be one of those that makes homemade baby food but once I received my oh so magical baby bullet for Christmas I have been in baby food making heaven! Now you don't need to buy a baby bullet to make your own food you can use a food processor or even a regular blender. And all that it entails is water and blender along with the fruit or veggies of course(all you have to do is steam or boiling except banana or avocado those just blend up)! I did however receive a little nutrition guide with it that gives you some blended recipes so once we he to that stage if anyone wants some recipes let me know!!!

We did start out with the store bought food when we first put B on solids and once we transitioned it did take a few tries for her to actually get used to the texture but now she LOVES it! And the fact that you can freeze it (for 30 days) until your ready to use it makes it another plus!

So far we've made banana, squash, sweet potato, carrots, and avocado. They do give you instructions on how to make your own cereal which we have yet to try. I know there are a few books out there that you can get recipes from but if your just starting out all u need is the food/water and the blender!

Neglecting....

So I feel like I've been neglecting my blog due to nothing exciting happening in the Roberts household! So I've been trying to think of something 'fun' to do weekly to try and keep up with it! I have wordless Wednesday however Im thinking maybe another day of something...what I'm not quite sure yet but if anyone has any ideas please let me know! I've seen 'Saturday laughs' (which I'm hoping to join in on as soon as something funny happens) 'make yourself Monday' and 'wordless Wednesday'. Maybe quote of the week or something dealing with Pinterest? Oh I don't know  so as soon as I come up with something I'll let you know and maybe we can link up!!!

WW- baby yoga?

Wordless Wednesday

babblin/lip smackin baby girl

sorry about crappy quality..

2011....Thank you for a great year!

Well another year has come and gone and I have to say 2011 was one of the best years of my life!!! I am so blessed and one lucky girl!!! I have the most amazing husband & little girl, family and friends!!!

I really thought 2010 would be hard to top getting married and becoming home owners but on June 15, We were blessed with the most precious little girl EVER!!! When they say you don't know real love until you have a child....well that is so true!! Now don't get me wrong I adore and love my husband to the moon and back but once you are blessed with a baby your whole world changes!! And that it did however I couldn't be happier!!! I was lucky enough to be able to stay home with Breanna and not have to go back to work.

I have remained close with some WONDERFUL friends who I love.....also 'lost' a few along the way. As we get older and grow up its hard 'make friends' especially once you have children but was lucky enough to meet a WONDERFUL group of mommies who are so amazing and so supportive in everything!!! I feel so blessed to have them in my life!!! And feel even luckier that Breanna is going to have some great friends as she gets older. We've only known each other for a short while but already have some great memories and I am looking forward to making many more memories through the years!!

Personally I am not one to make resolutions for the new year cause I never stick to them and if I want to make changes I will do it throughout the year! Thank you all for a wonderful 2011 & here is to a new year with lots more memories!!! Happy New Years my friends!!