Thursday, August 19, 2010

Finally Friday

I'm looking forward to a wonderful weekend. My plans are to enjoy a delicious breakfast out, hopefully at La Madeleine. I love their food and an ambiance, oh so chic! After a good breakfast my kids and I are going shopping for last minute back to school supplies. We are going to get an early start Saturday morning because I'm sure the malls will be packed with shoppers. I also want to go to vintage shops and book stores. We usually go to a book store that has a coffee shop because my kids love cold coffees and smoothies. I like going through the magazines for design inspiration. The best times of my life have been time spent with my kids.
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Back to School ~ Family Time
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In today's society we are running at a fast pace, not just parents but also kids. Everyone seems busy running to appointments and activity practices. Technology has us preoccupied with cellphones, iPods, and laptops. Parents are often busy running the rat race at work. Kids want to be with their friends and play every sport. Everyone is exhausted by the time they get home. But there is no time to relax becasue there is still homework and housework. So what is the solution? My suggestion is that we put more time and effort into family time than we put into the extra-curricular activities. We need to remember that family time is vital to a healthy family life. It is important to spend quality time together to bond and feel at peace. As the new school year is about to begin, make your family time a priority. Slow down, pray together, laugh together, and enjoy family dinners together at home.
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Friday Blog Friends


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21 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 2:01 AM

    You know what Yoli? I LOVE that charm bracelet! ;)

    ( I also love the look of your new blog )

    Charity

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  2. AnonymousAugust 20, 2010 at 6:48 AM

    Fresh peaches with vanilla bean ice cream...I'm in love and I will obey you every command :-) That looks soooooooo delish

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  3. Rebekah GreimanAugust 20, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    I found you through girl creative! Love your pics and your site!

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  4. Purple CowAugust 20, 2010 at 8:10 AM

    Hello. Nice to meet you. I'm here from Java's blog hop.

    Your weekend reminds me of what I should be doing, though schools start on September 13 in my neck of the woods.

    HAPPY HOPPING and HAVE A GOOD WEEKEND.

    http://australianinathens.blogspot.com

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  5. AnonymousAugust 20, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    Hi, here from FFF. My oldest still has one more year until school starts but believe me, I see what my nephews have to deal with, with school work and after school programs and I'm afraid, very afraid.
    Happy weekend!

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  6. Christy LeeAugust 20, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    Oh my gosh, I am so glad I stumbled across your blog...I am loving that bracelet...and I can't wait to read more of your posts!

    I'm your newest follower.

    Christy Lee

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  7. CindyAugust 20, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Hi, I'm a new follower. Love the blog.

    Blogging Hints
    Busy Mom's Tips

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  8. AngelAugust 20, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Love La Madeleine's!! We don't have one here, but used to go to one in Plano, TX every year when we attended a Pastor's Conference there.

    Great post!!

    Love and Blessings

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  9. ManzanitaAugust 20, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    Hello
    I just kinda rambled onto your blog and was immediately attracted to your clear photos. They're great. I'm in the middle of researching cameras. Not too long into digital and I only have a crummy little camera that takes blurry pictures. Mac's are a little picky about the camera.
    I'm your new follower
    Manzanita
    wanna buy a duck

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  10. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    Hello and happy Friday, I'm your newest blog hopping follower! Your blog is candy for the eyes, gorgeous.

    ~Lauri
    http://knitsandreads.blogspot.com

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  11. AndreaAugust 20, 2010 at 11:29 AM

    Love your design inspiration! Just gorgeous! I'm your newest follower from Fun Follow Friday! Hope you get a chance to check out my blog today! Have a great weekend!

    Andrea
    http://365daysoflifebehindthelens.blogspot.com/

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  12. Jen@born2impressAugust 20, 2010 at 12:56 PM

    Hi there.
    I am your newest FFF. Friend.
    Please stop by and say HI:)

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  13. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 1:37 PM

    I found your blog thru Fun Follow Friday. Nice blog. =)

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  14. DebbyAugust 20, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    I'm a new follower from the blog hop. Please come visit me at deal-lciousdebby.blogspot.com

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  15. AnonymousAugust 20, 2010 at 2:27 PM

    A fellow Texas blogger! Awesome! I'm not sure if you say whereabouts in Texas you are, but I'm in Houston. You have a gorgeous blog here. I love it! I'm following you now :)

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  16. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    That looks like a fun restaurant - we don't have those here in FL.

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  17. L HowardAugust 20, 2010 at 5:50 PM

    The peaches and ice cream look wonderful! Love all your colorful pictures! I am also your newest follower from Boost My Blog Friday. Very nice site and I look forward to reading more. When you have a chance I would appreciate a follow back. You can check out my blog at http://thecouponqueenbee.blogspot.com/

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  18. Every Mom Has Her DayAugust 20, 2010 at 6:53 PM

    hi there, just stopping by from today's blog hop, hope you do the same, http://www.everymomhasherday.com

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  19. Heather (@dontcallmedotty)August 20, 2010 at 8:21 PM

    Hi, this is Heather, blog hopping by!

    I'll be back again real soon, but in the meantime please come visit my blog too! I'm having a really cute giveaway right now :-)

    Heather
    http://misadventuresofamommy.com

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  20. Self SagacityAugust 21, 2010 at 1:37 AM

    Following you from Friday Trendy Treehouse, would appreciate a follow back, trying to build a following. Thanks! I will take a bottle please. :-)

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  21. CakeblastAugust 22, 2010 at 3:31 AM

    I am a new follower from Friendship Friday! Better Late than never lol http://cakeblast.com

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