http://theblogfrog.com/235832/community/feeds/defaultThe latest discussions from the Tatertots and Jello Community - powered by BlogFrog(c) 2009, BlogFrog, INC. All rights reserved.5 Share your favorite holiday tradition for a chance to win a $200 Gift Card from target. One of our family's favorite holiday traditions is making -- and enjoying -- rice pudding. It's been passed down through the generations. My kids love seeing who will get the one almond in the pudding. Whoever gets the almond gets a special Christmas prize! I am sharing more about our Christmas Tradition and the recipe on my blog. Tell International Delight what your favorite holiday tradition is for a chance to win a $200 Target gift card from BlogFrog. Add some cheer to your coffee or baking this season with International Delight's holiday flavors. Enjoy the taste of Peppermint Mocha, Pumpkin Pie Spice, White Chocolate Raspberry, Vanilla Spiced Rum or Gingerbread Latte and stir up a moment of sweet inspiration. TellTeTeTell International Delight what your favorite holiday treat is for a chance to win a $200 Walmart Gift Card. Capture the flavors of the holiday’s in every cup of coffee with International Delight creamers. Available in a variety of flavors, such as Cinnabon, Almond Joy and Pumpkin Spice, International Delight can make everyday feel like a holiday. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of International Delight.  The opinions expressed by me do not necessarily reflect the view of the International Delight Brand.  http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/140249/whats-your-favorite-holiday-tradition.htmlThu, 22 Dec 2011 10:00:10 GMT The Million Moms Challenge is almost over. I am a huge supporter of this cause. This month we are talking about Childrens Health. My first child was born with a complication. Of course, since I was a first-time mom I had no idea that he was unusual. And the fact that I was discharge within 24 hours after his birth didn't help matters. He wasn't in the hospital long enough for the doctors of nurses to see that there was anything wrong. We got home and within hours he was throwing up blackish matter. I held him upside down as he choked. After that he threw up almost everything that he ate. He ate ALL the time, and since he was gaining weight the doctors put my questions and concerns off. Once he had his first birthday and was still throwing up 6-7 times a day my doctor finally had me take him in for tests. They tied him to a board and had him drink some liquid so they could look at his digestive tract. After those test they put him on medicine which made him have constant diarrhea. It was so hard to see my little baby in pain. But I didn't want to make a fuss with the doctors. Once my son turned three he was about to start pre-school and still was throwing up all of his food. I knew this couldn't go on. I finally switched doctors. the new doctor told me right away that this was not normal and should not be treated with medicine. The new doctor sent us to our local children's hospital where they did some tests and discovered that my little guy had ulcers all the way down his esophagus. And without treatment, the scar tissue would close his airway. Within two days we were scheduled for surgery. It was hard seeing him go through major surgery, but it was the best thing that ever happened. Since then he has been able to live a normal life. What did I learn from this experience?? I learned that as a parent, we know our children best. We know when things are not right. It's ok to challenge what doctors tell us and keep pushing until we find the right answer. We are our children's most important advocate. That is our role. And even though standing up to people and making waves is the hardest thing in the world for me, it is something that I have learned I have to do and I will do for the well-being of my children. That's why I am so passionate about the Million Mom Challenge. We can help make the world a better place! All we need to do is "like" the Million Mom Challenge on Facebook by TONIGHT. Johnson & Johnson will give $1 to important funds helping mothers and babies around the world for every 'Like' or sign-up on Facebook (up to $100,000). That can make SUCH a difference in the world!!!! PLEASE sign up to help. Have you ever had to be an advocate for your child's health? Please share YOUR story. Children’s health is at the top of every mother’s mind. What’s your favorite tip for raising a healthy baby? By replying, you will be entered to win an exclusive Million Moms Challenge Gift Pack, which includes an iPad2, a custom-made Million Moms Challenge pendant and a $50 donation in your name to Global Giving. Please show your support for the Million Moms Challenging by liking MMC on Facebook. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Million Moms Challenge. The opinions and text are all mine. Contest runs November 14 to December 18, 2011. A random winner will be announced by December 20, 2011. Official Contest Rules http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/139676/be-an-advocate-for-your-childrens-health.htmlFri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:10 GMT 3 Amazon Gift Cards (1) $50 (1) $20 (1) $10 Rafflecopter! 12/24 http://1caseycolette.blogspot.com/2011/11/80-worth-of-amazon-gift-cards-giveaway.html http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/138061/locomotion-of-giving-3-winners-amazon-gc.htmlSun, 04 Dec 2011 16:37:56 GMT {{{Happy Monday}}} I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday! We had so much fun with our family. I came home to a schizophrenic house -- half of it is Christmas, half is Thanksgiving. I am excited to get all of my Christmas things out and make it all festive this week. In the meantime, I have a family Holiday Treat to share with you!! If you know me, you will know that I am not a big baker. But I do like to make cute holiday treats. This is a FUN recipe your kids can help with. It's easy, it's fast and it's festive! Peppermint Whoopie Pies Plus, you use a cake mix -- so it's super fast!! Your kids will love making these holiday treats with you. And, I know I have mentioned that I am a moderator at the International delight's forum. It's a great place to connect and share with other people. I don't drink coffee myself, but I used some of the International Delights Peppermint Mocha in this recipe and it is DELIGHTFUL. (I've included more pictures and details on my blog ... check out the full details in today's post) Mix 1 boxed cake mix. 3 eggs 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup oil 1/3 cup Mocha Peppermint International Delight Creamer Filling 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 1/3 cups marshmallow fluff 3/4 cup powdered sugar 2 oz cream cheese, softened 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp, salt 1/2 tsp. peppermint oil Directions: Mix all ingredients together. Use a spoon a put 2 inch balls on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper. Be sure to use parchment paper. Look at the difference between cookies bakes with parchment paper and those on a plain cookie sheet: Bake at 400-degrees for 8-10 minutes until the center of the cookie can be pricked with a toothpick and come out clean. Let cool on a wire rack. Make the Filling. Fill the center of the cookies with the filling and then roll them in the crushed peppermints or sprinkles. Now's the fun stuff!! Crush up the peppermints in your food processor. If you don't have one, put them in a zip lock and pound them with a glass or rolling pin. Ella and Hannah love doing this! I also made a printable you can use and leave out on Christmas Eve!! Check out my blog post for the printable and full details! And guess what?? You can win a $200 Walmart gift card!! Tell International Delight what your favorite holiday treat is for a chance to win a $200 Walmart gift card. Capture the flavors of the holidays in every cup of coffee with International Delight Creamers. Available in a variety of flavors, such as, Pumpkin Pie Spice, Vanilla Spiced Rum and White Chocolate Raspberry. <div id="cke_pastebin" stylhttp://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/137065/peppermint-whoopie-pies-and-free-cookies-for-santa-printable.htmlMon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:10 GMT Online Tips to Save You Time Not only has the Internet given us the ability to search for information in seconds, it has also given us the convenience to pay bills and shop through many online services. Check out my list of ways to begin saving time and money using online services on the SC Johnson Family Economics blog. Click here to read them now. Be sure to leave me a comment over at SC Johnson *Each week Trisha Blogs on SC Johnson Family Economics website as a paid writer be sure to read her weekly articles http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/134790/online-tips-to-save-you-time.htmlSat, 12 Nov 2011 04:55:01 GMT I'm offering today only a 60% discount on all custom quotes. Inquire here at www.infusiondesignstudios.com and mention BLOGFROG http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/134692/blog-design-special.htmlFri, 11 Nov 2011 15:01:57 GMT Last month I wrote about my youngest daughter's premature birth, this month for the Million Moms Challenge, I am going back in time 15 years ago to the over-due birth of my oldest daughter. My second pregnancy was going perfectly as planned and I was thrilled when I discovered I was having a girl. I had made a birth plan, my mother was coming out two days before I was to be induced to help with the new baby and to help care for our almost two-year-old son. Plus my husband had asked for time off from work. I went into my last doctor's appointment confident that everything was turning out exactly as I had envisioned. My mom was scheduled to fly out the next day and I would have a baby within the week. Then things started to go off the grid. My doctor informed me that he didn't think my dates were right and he wondered if the baby was ready to be born. I had a strep test and it came back positive for Strep B which meant I needed to have antibiotics before the baby came. And I also needed an amniocentesis to find out if my baby's lungs were developed. What??? I was still confident that this baby was coming soon. My mom arrived and then I got the call with the results of the amniocentesis -- the baby's lungs weren't ready. It might be a couple of weeks before I could have the baby. I was measuring right but they weren't sure on my due date because of the amnio results. So the waiting began. My mom played with my son. My son had his birthday and my due date came and went. Finally the day before my mom was going to fly back home, the doctor called and scheduled me to be induced. Hallelujah!! The actual labor and delivery of my daughter went pretty quickly. She was a big baby, so delivering her was a challenge and there were some tense moments and a pretty bigepisiotomy because of her large head (she's still strong-willed by the way LOL). {my oldest and youngest daughters} But when I finally looked into her sweet face, I knew that love that I had also felt with my son and my other two children as well. It's as if a piece of your heart is outside of your body. Being a mother has changed my life for the better. I can't imagine my life any other way. Childbirth is such an incredible moment, and I’d love to know what went through your mind when you held your baby for the first time? By replying, you will be entered to win an exclusive Million Moms Challenge Gift Pack, which includes an iPad2, a custom-made Million Moms Challenge pendant and a $50 donation in your name to Global Giving. Please join the Million Moms Challenge and sign up today! This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Million Moms Challenge. The opinions and text are all mine. Contest runs October 17 to November 13, 2011. A random winner will be announced by November 15, 2011. Official Contest Rules http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/134445/when-your-birth-plan-doesnt-go-quite-the-way-you-expected.htmlThu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:10 GMT You're Invited to a Twitter Party Holiday Glam! Monroe and Main - The Fabulous Finds - Finding The. http://fb.me/1i2JeG5Km http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/133340/youre-invite-to-a-twitter-party-holiodayglam-lots-of-giveaways.htmlThu, 03 Nov 2011 11:09:56 GMT Hi ladies! I just shared a post about a pinterest idea I was inspired by, with my own little twist on it, and I was wondering.... ...have any of y'all done any pinterest projects that you have just loved? I think it would be neat to get a thread going of all the pinterest ideas we have actually done and loved! If you've embarked on a little 'pinject' please share! And come check out my little success for a fun rewards system for kids! Shannon http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/129658/favorite-pinterest-ideas.htmlTue, 11 Oct 2011 00:58:53 GMT I love being a mom. Growing up, I wasn't gaga over babies like many of my friends. So I wondered if that would change if I decided to have children. But from the moment I held my son for the first time I felt that unconditional, overwhelming love that everyone talks about. I had a hard time getting pregnant with my last child. We tried for a year or so and I wondered if it was really meant to be. Then when we found out I was pregnant I was overjoyed. Everything was going along pretty well until my dad got in a car accident. I flew to California to be with him and after a few days in the hospital he was discharged and we thought everything was fine. But over the summer he started losing weight and we worried. At Thanksgiving, he went in for exploratory surgery. I flew out for Thanksgiving thinking they were going to find out what was wrong with my dad and fix it. So we were completely unprepared for the news that he had inoperable Pancreatic Cancer. This was utterly devastating. He had just turned 60. I flew home from spending Thanksgiving with my mom and dad in the hospital and I was feeling terrible. I was 34 weeks pregnant and my body started swelling up. I went into my regular appointment and my blood pressure was through the roof. They had my lay on my side and checked it again and it was still so high. I had pre-eclampsia. So I was put on bedrest. After a week, my blood pressure wasn't going down, but was going up so they checked me in to the hospital to be induced. After the labor was progressing, I was put on medicine to bring my blood pressure down and it worked so well that it went down too well and I passed out. All of the alarms were going off at the hospital. Doctors and nurses were rushing around. I think my husband just about had a heart attack. They finally stabilized me. Ella was born 2 minutes before midnight on December 6th. She weighed in at 4 pounds. And the amazing thing was that she could breath on her own. Later after I was home recuperating, I read an obituary in the paper of a woman about my age who had a stroke while in labor with the same condition. It really made me grateful to modern science and a doctor who stayed with me the entire time to monitor me and make sure everything went ok. My dad was able to meet Ella and spend some time with her which was a blessing too. Becoming pregnant changed my life, and I’d love to hear more about your best or most difficult pregnancy moments. By replying, you will be entered to win an exclusive Million Moms Challenge Gift Pack, which includes an all expenses paid trip to a conference on mothers hosted by the UN Foundation in DC (Jan/Feb 2012), an iPad2, a custom-made Million Moms Challenge pendant and $50 donation in your name to Global Giving. Contest and prize details here. Please join the Million Moms Challenge and sign up! This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Million Moms Challenge. The opinions and text are all mine. Contest runs September 19 to October 16, 2011. A random winner will be announced by October 18, 2011. Official Contest Rules http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/128638/my-most-difficult-pregnancy-moment.htmlTue, 04 Oct 2011 07:00:10 GMT Tatertots and Jello admires your creativity! Share your favorite handmade creation with us and get entered to win a 300-page hardcover copy of the book,“Home Made Simple: Fresh Ideas to Make Your Own”. Three Ways for Readers to Enter & Win Each entry requires a separate comment: 1. Tell us about your favorite handmade creation. Attach a photo if you have one! 2. Join Home Made Simple Marketplace on Facebook, explore the fabulous finds and handmade items, then come back to share your favorites. 3. Have handmade items or fabulous finds to sell? Post them for sale withHome Made Simple Marketplace via Oodle and tell us about it. The time is now to sell, shop & idea swap in the Home Made Simple Marketplace via Oodle! This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Home Made Simple. The opinions and text are all mine. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/119312/make-personalized-covered-button-jewelry--home-made-simple-book-giveaway-.htmlThu, 04 Aug 2011 11:30:10 GMT Stopandadvertise marketplace is where members promote, sell, buy, and rent their products and services to other members and nonmembers. Also, member are able to post job openings and do search for job postions. The best part is that all personal 7 business Ads are totally FREE. Check it out now! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/107450/need-free-advertising--marketing--any-everyone.htmlWed, 25 May 2011 22:48:10 GMT Ok I have done tons of painting in my day, furniture included. However I have a project I want too do. I have an 8 foot tall China Cabinet, 8 Foot tall Curio Cabinet and 8 foot table, and a antique wash stand. All of these were handed down from my parents. The China Cabinet, 8 foot table and Curio were bought in Germany, the wash stand is from my grandmothers child hood. Anyway, they are stained a cherry color and it I have wanted to paint them white forever, my parents and my ex were both military so they have been moved well over 20 times ending up with various scratches or chips. I really want them to have a worn look, like a chocolate brown undercoat with white on top, sanded to look shabby chic. This is also important furniture and I tried to ask the guy at home depot the best way to do it and he gave me a run around crappy answer and actually provided me with nada. All the pieces have a clear coat and then stain. How do I remove all the clear coat poly? Can someone tell me the best way to do the shabby look? I had planned on using the primer/paint combo since I used it on my walls and loved it. Then sanding/rouging up the top white coat? Is this correct? Then..how many coats of poly need to go on? Thanks much all! I included some photos if it helps? The table is not shown but is the same wood finish as the curio and china cabinet. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/99120/painting-furniture.htmlSun, 10 Apr 2011 03:54:18 GMT Reminder: Today we start back up with Tutorial & Thrifty Treasures Tuesday! Come one, Come all! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/82873/tutorial--thrifty-treasures-tuesday.htmlTue, 01 Mar 2011 11:57:39 GMT Hello, all! You may enjoy my TRUE stories from school. OH, and I'll be announcing a GIVEAWAY tomorrow! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/81368/true-school-stories-and-giveaway.htmlSun, 20 Feb 2011 13:23:53 GMT Alrighty ladies I have kind of a crazy ? I am writing a new blog called Loving My Heart and Home. It's about how to turn your house into a home. I am planning on having 2 linky parties a week once the blog designer gets done with my design. I'm not at all worried about the 1st blog party but the 2nd one has me a little worried and I don't want to offend anyone. I'm planning on calling it Who Needs A Man Wednesday. It's where women can link up and show how they created projects or fixed household things, inside and out, without the help of a man. Basically it's to help women learn how to do household things without being reliant on a man to complete a project. First of all am I crazy? Would you read it? Would you contribute? I am open to suggestions! Please come by and check it out! Thanks, Valerie www.lovingmyheartandhome.blogspot.com http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/78781/who-needs-a-man-wednesday.htmlSat, 05 Feb 2011 15:47:42 GMT @jessicawarrick and @EM_Carina is offering one full size blush and eye shadow to one lucky reader at http://bit.ly/hinl2p @jessicawarrick on Punk Rock Momma is giving away one set of #ST.Ives facial cleanser and scrub to one lucky reader at http://bit.ly/g77GyY @hautebeauty and @jessicawarrick are hosting a giveaway at http://bit.ly/h8vWQ1 head on over to win some #orglamix makeup. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/71675/punk-rock-momma-makeup-debate-extravaganza-reviews-and-giveaways.htmlTue, 28 Dec 2010 16:16:57 GMT http://punkrockmomma.com/2010/12/35-gift-certificate-from-csnstorescom.html http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/69089/$35-gift-certficate-to--csnstores-giveaway.htmlThu, 09 Dec 2010 14:27:02 GMT What do you do as a family if you don't trick or treating? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/59851/any-fun-family-ideas-if-you-dont-want-to-trick-or-treat.htmlWed, 20 Oct 2010 18:58:37 GMT #1 Secret to Academic Success For your kids - This Week on 24/7 MOMS Live Webcast ( TV show on your computer) Join us for this week for the 24/7 MOMS Live webcast with Michelle Faussett as she chats with us WHY understanding the way your child Learns is the #1 secret for academic success this Tuesday night at 7pm PST and 9pm PST at www.247moms.com. ( TV on your computer) This Week 24/7 MOMS Live Features: - #1 Secret to Academic Success For your kids - Must Know Cooking Tips - Giveaways you will love for MOMS We go live every Tuesday night 7pm PST and 9pm PST at www.247moms.com Put your kids to bed - Surf over to channel www.247moms.com on your computer and join us. Join the chat to WIN prizes ( instructions are posted at www.247moms.com every Tuesday at 5pm PST) Tweet, TXT, Facebook , invite all of your MOM friends to this weeks 24/7 MOMS Live Webcast. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/58380/1-secret-to-academic-success-for-your-kids---tonight-on-24-7-moms.htmlTue, 12 Oct 2010 23:47:20 GMT I bought this chaise lounge from a friend a few years ago. I love the piece of furniture with all my heart but I hate the colors (for me). I am a somewhat crafty person so I feel that I can recover it or do something to change the colors and I cannot afford to have it reupholstered professionally. So I come to you and ask for your input. Can anyone give me ideas or tips for changing it? All the pillows and the seat cushion are removable. There is also a cherry color wood trim, which I'm fine with leaving or could paint. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/52954/need-your-input.htmlMon, 13 Sep 2010 19:23:04 GMT Personally I think it is alright if your doctor has recommended medication for your child. But ideally it is up to the parents. So what is your opinion on medicating children with ADHD? Do you have a child with ADHD? Is he/she on medication for it? Or do you prefer natural herbal remedies to treat your child? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/48237/are-you-for-or-against-medicating-children-with-adhd.htmlFri, 20 Aug 2010 15:47:01 GMT Has anyone ever copied an idea of yours and not given you credit? I know a lot of us post tutorials on our blogs and show others how make an item we share but how do you handle someone doing your tutorial, then posting it in an online shop ( not selling it but displayin their item for sale on it, if that makes sense )AS WELL as posting the exact same tutorial on their blog with no credit to you whatsoever? I think it's one of those things you have to just let go and move on but it's not easy when you work so hard on something only to not get credit for it. What's your thoughts on this? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/47547/have-you-ever-been-copied.htmlTue, 17 Aug 2010 18:45:08 GMT What do you think? Would you rather look good or be healthy? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/47455/is-image-more-important-than-health.htmlTue, 17 Aug 2010 15:10:21 GMT Sorry to be off-topic, but I'm a grandma for the first time and I'm running around shouting it to whoever will listen!!!! Congrats to our son and his lovely wife and welcome, little Zoey!!!! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/46501/im-a-grandma.htmlThu, 12 Aug 2010 22:00:27 GMT Hey Y'all! I'm hosting a beach week party next week on my blog, starting with a link party on Sunday. I would love for y'all to come and link up any beach related post - crafts, recipes, vacation stories, etc. I'll be featuring posts from the link party all week. Help me spread the word and celebrate our last week of summer with a Beach Week! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/46333/beach-week-blog-party---join-in.htmlThu, 12 Aug 2010 03:04:19 GMT Ok so I found a few things that I really want to make some cute things with but I also want them to be worthy of hanging in my house!! LOL If you want to share some ideas with me I would really appreciate it. Here are my items: The first is a nice sheet of glass that I think could look awesome as something but I'm just not sure what. I want to do something with pictures on the wooden frame deal. Here is my blog link! http://bestpartofbelieveis.blogspot.com/ http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/46088/i-need-some-ideas.htmlWed, 11 Aug 2010 01:14:02 GMT TONIGHT - More Back To School FUN Join us Tuesday night for more Back to School celebration fun along with Special guest Hollylu Coon as she shares great tips on the Power of Play. No cable required - Tune in Tuesday night and watch 24/7 MOMS Live in the comfort of your own chair, in your own home at your own computer. This Week 24/7 MOMS Live Features: - Power of Play - Back To School Celebration Ideas -MORE Back to School Giveaways We go live every Tuesday night 7pm PST and 9pm PST at www.247moms.com Put your kids to bed - Surf over to channel www.247moms.com on your computer and join us. Join the chat to WIN prizes ( instructions are posted atwww.247moms.com every Tuesday at 5pm PST) Tweet, TXT, Facebook , invite all of your MOM friends to this weeks 24/7 MOMS Live Webcast. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/46045/tonight---more-back-to-school-fun-on-www247momscom.htmlTue, 10 Aug 2010 22:21:41 GMT From: Crayon Monogram Crayons are only 25 cents at Wal_mart right now! I found this great idea on several blogs and thought I'd give it a try! I had a hard time finding a step by step tutorial so I just jumped in. I took some shots along the way, so maybe it'll help someone else make the same thing. First you'll need a piece of cardstock, a template for your letter of choice, 2-3 boxes of crayons (depending on your letter and the size), a shadow box, hot glue gun, adhesive for the cardstock, a cutting board and a knife. Oh, have an old towel on hand, too. Before you start, go ahead and stick your crayons in the freezer. I know this sounds crazy but my friend Virginia suggested this and it helped so so much!! Print your letter out in your favorite font. Keep in mind the size of your shadow box and make sure your letter will fit inside. A simple block/basic font is the easiest. Cut your letter out and trace it lightly on your cardstock. I even went back and erased lots of my tracing so nothing would show up in my final project. I took my template and just eyeballed the size of the crayon pieces I would need. Cut your crayons to your desired lengths and then hot glue in place. To cut your crayons, you'll want to take them out of the freezer and dump them on your workspace - I worked next to my kitchen sink, with a smaller cutting board on top of an old dishtowel. Then I let my tap water get super hot and just left it running while I cut the crayons. Run your knife under the hot water for a few moments and dry off quickly and cut your crayon. I only had to saw back and forth a little bit before the crayon just popped in half. I got a super clean cut this way. Before I tried the hot knife/cold crayon approach, I just cut each crayon with a regular knife (from an old set of kitchen knives), on the cutting board. You can see here the difference between the two types of cutting: regular cutting: hot/cold method: So, here's the difference between the two ways - the regular old saw it with a knife way left me with rough edges and a mess on my cutting board. This meant there were bits and flakes on the crayon itself on the cutting board. That meant the little bits and pieces stuck to my crayon and just made a mess. The hot/cold method left behind almost no little bits and pieces - so those crayons just looked a ton better!! I know you can't tell much in my photos above - but believe me, the hot knife and frozen crayons worked so so much better! Okay - back to details. Once you have all your crayons glued down, go ahead and trim your cardstock to match the backing to the shadow box. I applied adhesive to the edges and through the middle of the backing and placed my finished cardstock on top. I wanted to write the teachers name but you could print it if you wanted on your carhttp://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/45359/awesome-cheap-gift-for-teachers-right-now-prepare.htmlSun, 08 Aug 2010 01:30:09 GMT The Challenge is on! Come see all the great cupcakes and add your own! Grab the details and join the fun!! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/44681/cupcake-challenge.htmlWed, 04 Aug 2010 21:39:26 GMT I have created a new and improved blog (baking paradise was my original one.) It is called Zig-Zags and Polka Dots. I would just be thrilled if you would like to stop by! I am always open to advice, suggestions, and constuctive criticism. :) Oh and here is the link! Zig-Zags and Polka DotsSAVE http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/44437/new-improved-blog.htmlTue, 03 Aug 2010 23:02:54 GMT Thanks to everyone who participated in the Froggy Hunt! The Froggy hunt winner for Tatertots & Jello is Pamela from Troop Petrie.http://trooppetrie.blogspot.com/ who won the Smockity Frocks Apron!! Congratulations Pamela!! Please email me your mailing info and I will forward it to Connie at Smockity Frocks. Be sure to visit the other blogs to see who won the rest of the prizes. Raising Olives Hoosier Homemade She Saved Smockity Frocks Our Homeschool Home iGoBoGo It’s a Blog Party http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/44189/winners-of-the-blogfrog-froggy-hop.htmlMon, 02 Aug 2010 22:03:55 GMT Hey, it’s Rita! I’m desperate and need your help. Spam isn’t something I enjoy; therefore, I hope you feel this is more personal than that. After having three children, I need to shed about 75 pounds. Where I live gets into the triple digits and there are days where it’s just not an option to take our baby out in this heat. Right now, I’m one of 20 finalists to win a Smooth Fitness treadmill. This contest ends tonight (Sunday). It’s super easy to vote for me. It only takes these three easy clicks: Visit this blog post: http://www.mamavation.com/2010/07/top-20-smooth-fitness-nominees-go-vote.html Locate & check the box next to my name, @lovelyritaann, on the voting poll Click Vote (*Please Note: You can vote from any & every device that has internet access – computers, laptops, phones, iPods, iPads, Nintendo DSi’s, etc.*) It’s absolutely that simple. I’m a little behind; however, with amazing friends like you behind me, I could have a chance at winning this awesome prize that would change my life! It would be appreciated if you voted for me & shared this information in any way you can. My apologies on the short notice. I’m also hosting a giveaway for a $50 gift card on my blog for my voters, if I am to win. My giveaway was pre-approved by the contest creator before I posted it. Feel free to enter yourself & share this information! You can find my giveaway by visiting my blog post here:http://lovelyritaann.com/2010/07/26/vote-for-me-win-a-50-gift-card/ If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/43803/i-desperately-need-your-help.htmlSun, 01 Aug 2010 18:25:42 GMT We've only got a month to go before school starts and still have LOTS of fun summer things to squeeze in! So, I made up a "Bucket List" with my kiddos to hang on the fridge. Here's our list... but I also made it up into a free printable to share! See link below. http://mycomputerismycanvas.blogspot.com/2010/07/back-to-school-bucket-list.html Have a happy Summer! :) Colette PS... What's on your "Bucket List"? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/43674/back-to-school-bucket-list.htmlSat, 31 Jul 2010 20:46:22 GMT What is your favorite Summer Family activity? Beach...pool...camping...park Let's share! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/42984/summer-activities.htmlWed, 28 Jul 2010 16:42:18 GMT I'm a big Tatertots & Jello Fan! Anyway, I just started a brand new blog and I'm hosting a giveaway for a set of free handmade photo cards! Come check it out and join my new community too. Handmade Photo Card Giveaway http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/42935/new-community,-blog,--a-giveaway.htmlWed, 28 Jul 2010 12:46:47 GMT Come HOP over to the BlogFrog Community for all the details. It's going to be fun and only goes through tomorrow night! Come join in the fun!! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/42934/its-time-for-the-blogfrog-froggy-hunt---with-great-prizes.htmlWed, 28 Jul 2010 12:37:37 GMT Starting Wed (7/28) morning! The Hunt for the Froggy begins! Join us for some great fun and SUPER prizes!!! Head to the Blog Frog Community first thing in the morning for all the details on the participating blogs and communities! Hope to see you there! It's gonna be a blast!http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/42614/froggy-hunt-find-the-frog-and-win-big.htmlTue, 27 Jul 2010 16:15:25 GMT I have been under a lot of stress lately and it has taken control of my life, marriage, family, and my online business. You can read my complete story HERE. What I want to know is what causes the most stress for you and what do you do about it? Do you have any tips on how to deal with stress? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/42604/what-stresses-you-out-the-most.htmlTue, 27 Jul 2010 16:03:29 GMT HI! Like every Saturday, today there's a new link party on my blog. Show your craft and add a link to your blog. The more people join the more fun it is. My blog is mainly about crochet and knitting, but you can add anything handmade. Here's my blog: www.annemariesbreiblog.blogspot.com Hope to see you there! Annemarie http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/41930/link-party-on-my-blog-show-your-craft-project.htmlSat, 24 Jul 2010 07:34:08 GMT Do you have any easy recipes that you make to take to families that need a meal? I would love to get some recipes that I can throw together to take to families that have had a baby or need a meal. Thanks! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/40369/easy-dinner-meals-to-take-to-families.htmlSat, 17 Jul 2010 15:19:54 GMT Do you bake? What do you like to bake? I bake LOTS, and mostly bake Cupcakes This week I shared my Pool Cupcakes on Cupcake Tuesday! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/39566/do-you-like-to-bake.htmlTue, 13 Jul 2010 12:42:15 GMT Summertime always makes me remember big roadtrips we took across the country from Michigan to Utah. We would pack up the station wagon with barbies and coloring books and a big huge cooler full of fried chicken, cut up veggies, yogurt, sandwqiches and sodas. Fun times! What is your favorite Summer memory from your childhood? Or even something special that you love to do with your own kids? XOX Jen http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/38390/what-is-your-favorite-summer-memory.htmlWed, 07 Jul 2010 05:05:35 GMT Tenham todos um lindo dia! http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/37147/qual-é-o-seu-cardápio-de-hoje.htmlWed, 30 Jun 2010 10:58:16 GMT Qual é seu cardápio do dia? http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/37146/apressasdosblogspot.htmlWed, 30 Jun 2010 10:52:57 GMT My hubby is AMAZING! We've totally changed our lives to get him back in school, and I really want to make his year. I am {this close} to winning him an iPad in a photo contest. I need about 100 more people to vote and we'll be in first place! Will you take 1 minute (literally, one minute) to vote for us? http://shareasmile.smilegeneration.com/submission/subprofile/740 And if you need a little more incentive, there's a giveaway on my blog you can enter, just for voting! http://apumpkintomyself.blogspot.com/2010/06/totally-shameless-and-giveaway.htm http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/36573/help-me-surprise-my-amazing-hubby-and-a-giveaway.htmlSun, 27 Jun 2010 16:15:10 GMT Because of a funny taste and smell of the liner. Apple Jacks Corn Pops Fruit Loops Honey Smacks http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/36472/kellogg-cereal-recall.htmlSat, 26 Jun 2010 16:43:04 GMT Hop on over to Punk Rock Momma for your chance to win a free blog design with Call me Laura Jane. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/35716/enter-for-your-chance-to-win-a-free-blog-design.htmlTue, 22 Jun 2010 15:07:57 GMT I would love to compile a collection of great Grilling Recipes and Ideas to share with other people. Please link up any great Grilling tips that you have. Thanks! XOXO jen http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/35364/what-is-your-favorite-grilling-recipe-or-tip-please-share-).htmlSun, 20 Jun 2010 21:06:05 GMT Campbell's is recalling Spaghetti O's because of possible under processing (From Today Show). Click here for more info from Campbell's. http://theblogfrog.com/235832/forum/34926/spaghetti-os-recall.htmlFri, 18 Jun 2010 12:43:45 GMT