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I am a mommie of 3 wonderful, wild and crazy little boys and I reside with my family in the quaint sea-side town of Mukilteo, Washington on the beautiful Puget Sound. I have always dreamed of owning my own business, and being able to outfit little ones with unique and adorable designs. After years of just having a dream, I decided to fulfill that dream, and put my passion into beautiful handmade clothing, shoes, and accessories designed with the highest quality textiles and trims. I launched Love Baby J in the spring of 2009. I hope I can make Love Baby J one of your favorite baby and children's boutique's to shop!!!

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Love Baby J Couture Spring Model Search

The Search Has Begun... Is your Little Girl The One?

ENTER YOUR SWEET LITTLE DIVA'S PHOTO IN OUR APRIL SPRING MODEL SEARCH FOR A CHANCE TO BE LOVE BABY J COUTURE'S VIP MODEL WINNER OF THE MONTH, AND BE THE FACE OF OUR STORE FOR THE ENTIRE MONTH! NOT ONLY WILL YOUR "MISS SUGAR & SPICE" BE OUR FACEBOOK PROFILE PIC FOR THE MONTH, BUT SHE WILL RECIEVE OVER $150 WORTH OF FABULOUS GOODIES FROM OUR STORE!

HOW TO ENTER:


1. Email us your favorite picture... We are on the search for uniqueness, character, spunk, and down righ divalicious attitude!!! All girls ages 6 month - 10 years are welcome to enter!



Send one picture to customerservice@lovebabyj.com.


Subject - Spring Model Search



Please provide us with your contestants name and age.



HOW WINNER IS CHOSEN:


1. For the month of April we will be posting the pictures on Facebook for our Fans to vote for their favorite little model. Votes will count by "liking" your favorite photo. Contest starts April 1st on Facebook. We will put all of the contestants up in one folder titled... SPRING MODEL SEARCH. The album will not be posted, and the voting will not start until April 10th.  


2. Try and get as many of your family and friends to "like" your picture and our Fan Page! The top pic with the most votes WINS!



3. The Love Baby J team will also choose 2 of our favorites that will be posted on our website for thousands to see! These special little girls will recieve a fabulous hair accessory in the color scheme of their choice.

VOTING:

-Voting begins on April 10, 2012
-Photos will be up on our Facebook Fanpage ready for voting.

-To count as a vote, voters must comment under the photo they vote for.
-Only 1 vote per Facebook User under each photo, but Users may vote for more than one photo entry.
-Voting will end on April 29, 2012

WINNER OF CONTEST:

The Top Winner by facebook votes receive over $150 worth of FREE goodies from our store in their childs clothing size.

The Top 2 winners chosen by the Love Baby J team receive FREE hair candy from our collection in the color scheme of their choice.
***HURRY AND ENTER YOUR CHILD TO BE THE FIRST LOVE BABY J COUTURE VIP MODEL OF THE MONTH!!!***


PLEASE NOTE- BY SENDING US YOUR PHOTO, YOU ARE GIVING LOVE BABY J PERMISSON TO POST YOUR PICTURE ON OUR FACEBOOK FAN PAGE , AND ON OUR WEBSITE AND/OR BLOG.


ELIGIBILITY:

To enter you must email customerservice@lovebabyj.com and submit an original color photo of your child with the following information: 1.) First name 2.) Birth date of that child

You may enter twins, triplets, etc. Child in photo must be between 6 months and 10 years old. Photo must have been taken within 3 months of entry. No slides or black and white photos accepted. Every entrant must be the parent or legal guardian of the Child featured in the submitted photo and must be 18 years of age or older. Only photos submitted following the directions and in electronic formats .jpg or .gif, with images 5 MB or smaller will be eligible. All information provided by entrant must be complete, true and correct. Submissions to the Contest must be received by March 31st, 2012 in order to be eligible; entries received after that date will be deemed ineligible to win. All submitted entries become the property of Love Baby J Couture and will not be acknowledged or returned; Love Baby J is not responsible for lost, late, inaccurate, incomplete, damaged, illegible, or misdirected entries. Each entry must be submitted on an individual basis (i.e., no team, joint, or corporate entries) and all components of the entry must be the original creation of the submitting participant. Entries may not contain profanity, nudity, pornographic images, violent images, anti-competition messages, illegal material, or material that violates the rights of third parties. Entries may not include confidential information, trade secrets, trademarks or copyrighted material belonging to any person or entity other than the participant absent a suitable license or permission agreement (proof of which is required). Entries containing any forbidden matter or material otherwise deemed by Sponsor to be inappropriate will be disqualified. Online entries will be deemed submitted by the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at time of entry.







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The FABULOUS February Giveaway At Love Baby J!





WIN A $100 Gift Certificate To Love Baby J!


Now you can pick what YOU want to win!


Tell your friends- help each other click, and split the prize!

Want to enter? It's easy- all you have to do is Click! The most Clicks... WINS!


Why do this? The more Clicks our website gets, the higher we rank on Google. The higher we rank on Google the more sales we get! So you are really helping us out!


Good Luck!!

Have a suggestion for next month's giveaway?


Here's How To Enter...

1) Google "Tutu Dresses"



2) Click on www.lovebabyj.com (Currently on the 9th page...Let's Move It Up!)


3) Repeat.


4) Click on our site till you can't click anymore! The most Googles/Clicks wins!



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1 Extra Entry if you follow Love Baby J on Twitter http://twitter.com/LoveBabyJ


1 Entry PER tweet that links to http://www.lovebabyj.com/cart/


1 Entry if you become a Fan of Love Baby J Boutique on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lightwriting.com%2F&h=d844dOWAhuueAqFbCsffPJYqyEg#!/LoveBabyJ


1 Entry per comment on Facebook that links to http://lovebabyj.com/cart/


3 Entries per Blog linking to http://lovebabyj.com/cart/


2 Extra Entries if you put our Love Baby J Boutique button below on your blog or webpage (you can use our logo below)




10 Extra Entries for EVERY purchase made at Love Baby J Boutique!



Must Be 18 Years or Older to Enter. Offer only valid in U.S. Winner must provide and validate all blogs, tweets, comments on facebook, and clicks by providing IP address. *Clicks will be checked by our website statistics.
Winner will be periodically posted at our blog. Please email us IPaddress to enter contest so that we may track your clicks customerservice@lovebabyj.com Winner will be contacted 3/1/2011. Winner will be posted on our blog. thank you so much for supporting Love Baby J... Good Luck!!!



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Win A Haute Couture Feather Apron From Love Baby J!!!



It's the holiday season, and we're getting in the spirit!!! Enter to WIN A Haute Couture Feather Apron From Love Baby J!

Here’s how to enter:

1. Comment here, one entry allowed per day.
2. Introduce your friends and family members to Love Baby J on Facebook! Be sure to have them Leave some love so I know that you sent them :)
3. Tweet this: "@Lovebabyj is having another AMAZING Giveaway!” Remember to comment here that you did so. One entry per day.

Contest will close at 11:59pm on Saturday 12/11/10 and the winner will be announced first thing Monday morning... Good Luck

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The Best Things In Life

The best things in life are:
1.Falling in love for the first time
2.Knowing someone loves you back
3.Turning 16
4.Eating ice cream on a hot summer day with your best friend
5.Singing to a song in the car
6.Road trips
7.Snow days
8.Winter and summer vacations
9.Laughing ‘til it hurts
10.Smiling for no reason
11.Standing in a spring rain
12.Ice skating and falling
13.Dancing to music in your room
14.Baking cookies
15.Going on your first date
16.Getting married
17.Walking on the beach
18.Watching a breath taking sunset
19.Playing your favorite sport just for fun
20.Bowling with friends
21.Seeing a long anticipated movie
22.The first day of a school year
23.The last day of a school year
24.Meeting a new friend
25.Running through sprinklers
26.Camping
27.Waking up on a perfect day with the sun in your face
28.First kiss
29.Swinging on swings at a playground
30.Walking your dog on the weekends
31.Eating junk food
32.Learning to drive for the first time
33.Walking through a park
34.Watching your favorite TV show
35.Getting an A on a paper
36.Thinking about the future
37.Singing to your favorite song
38.Realizing that you are going to be someone's mommy
39.Going to amusement parks
40.Watching fireworks on the 4th of July
41.Helping someone out
42.Celebrating special occasions
43.Walking barefoot through freshly cut grass
44.Playing hide-and-go-seek
45.Slowing realizing your in love, and knowing that one day you’ll be with that person
46.Having a tragedy happen, but watching it get put back together
47.Talking for hours to your best friend
48.Staring at the stars
49.Living for today
50.Realizing how good life is

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Things I've learned About Life...

Things I've learned About Life...


I've learned that you should always leave loved ones with loving words, it may be the last time you see them.

I've learned that we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel.

I've learned that sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you are down, will be the one who helps you get up.

I've learned that something that you do in an instant, can give you heartache for life

I've learned that just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.

I've learned that maturity has more to do with the experiences you've had and what you learned from them, and less to do with how many years you have lived.

I've learned that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others, but sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself.

I've learned that just because two people argue, doesn't mean they don't love each other, And just because they don't argue, it doesn't mean they do love each other.

I've learned that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a secrect... it may change you life forever.

I've learned that sometimes the people that you love most in lfe, are taken from you too soon.

I've learned that no matter how much you care, some people just dont care back.

I've learned that it takes years to build up trust, and just seconds to destroy it.

I've learned that it's not what you have in life, but WHO you have that counts.

I've learned that you can keep going, long after you think you can't.

I've learned that their are people who love you dearly, but just don't know how to show it.

I've learned that our backgrounds and circumstances may have influenced our lives, but we are responsible for who we become.

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Win a $30 Gift Certificate To Love Baby J!

Win a $30 Gift Certificate To Love Baby J ♥ The giveaway details. Love Baby J is long overdo for a logo.. So I want you to get your creative caps on..It can be as simple or elaborate as you would like, and needs to of course include our name... Love Baby J. You can post right to our Facebook Page the design you have created. I will be taking entries starting NOW until Saturday @ 10pm...

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New Spring Designs At Love Baby J xoxo

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Love Baby J Is Celebrating Our First Birthday!



We're Celebrating Our Very First Birthday! Enjoy 20% Off Your Purchase During The Entire Month Of April!



This month, Love Baby J celebrates its very first Birthday! Time has sure flown by this year, and we at Love Baby J would like to thank you...our loyal customers, family, and friends for making this childhood dream such a huge success. We thank each and every one of you from the bottom of our hearts!Known for its selection of unique, one of a kind pieces and couture accessories, Love Baby J has become an absolute go-to for savvy and sassy mommies! With a fusion of vintage, modern, and classic styles, Love Baby J helps moms across the country achieve that posh, one-of-a-kind look for their most precious of posessions!
Celebrate this special milestone with Love Baby J!



Please enter promo code happybirthday at checkout and enjoy 20% off your entire purchase during the month of April!

Be sure to stop by and check out our NEW Spring Designs!!!














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All I Need To Know I Learned From The Easter Bunny!





 
All I need to know I learned from the Easter Bunny

Don't put all your eggs in one basket

Walk softly and carry a big carrot

Everyone needs a friend who is all ears.

There's no such thing as too much candy.

All work and no play can make you a basket case.

A cute little tail attracts a lot of attention.

Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day.

Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits.

Some body parts should be floppy.

Keep your paws off other people's jelly beans.

Good things come in small sugar-coated packages.

The grass is always greener in someone else's basket.

An Easter bonnet can tame even the wildest hare.

To show your true colors you have to come out of your shell! ~

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Love Baby J teams Up With Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2010 Winner...Lexi-Bella Photography!



Love Baby J has recently teamed up with Lexi Bella Photography to bring you the ULTIMATE Diva fashion and photography experience! Lexi Bella has been chosen to receive the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2010. This award recognizes the top 5 percent of local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service and professionalism. If you are in the Long Island or Connecticut area, and are looking for an absolutely amazing photographer...Contact Lexi Bella! You won't be disappointed!











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Sweet Layla Grace... Please say a prayer for Layla and Her Family

LAYLA GRACE

Layla has always been a healthy child, 80th percentile for weight, a great eater, a great sleeper. She is sweet as pie and a little cuddle monkey (she won’t let you put her down!). She has a very advanced vocab for her age which really helps us manage her pain and give her what she needs as her care continues.



Layla had a great 15 month checkup. At around 16 months her sleep habits and appetite started to change and she started to become more irritable. Mid March appetite began to decrease. At the time we thought we were dealing with a “picky eater”. Beginning of May Layla woke up one morning with a swollen eye. We took her to the doctor and she was treated for an ear infection and the doctor said the swelling was just a result of the ear infection. At the same time we noted that her belly was hard and somewhat distended. She had not had a bowel movement for a few days and we were concerned that she was becoming constipated.



The next day we took her to the pediatrician who put her on Mirilax over the weekend and told us to call back Monday. By Monday morning she was not eating at all, still no dirty diaper, her activity level had decreased and was rubbing her belly and lower back and saying “owie”.



Our pediatrician referred us to a GI specialist to see why she was so constipated and wasn’t eating. On Thursday May 7th as we sat in GI specialists office expecting to be told that Layla would need some kind of treatment for constipation we instead hear words like “Cancer” and “Leukemia”. A series of X-rays and tests were ordered and we were sent home to wait on the results.



That evening about five minutes after we walked in the door we got an urgent call from the GI specialist telling us that the test results were in, that things were not good and that we were to bring Layla into the ER immediately and that a team of doctors would be waiting for us.



Layla has a massive cancerous tumor (Stage 4 Neuroblastoma) in her abdomen. It extends from above her left kidney, around her side, over her belly and wraps around her aorta. In addition, the cancer is in her bone marrow.



Our sweet Layla went from normal happy and healthy to lethargic, in pain, and skin and bones in a matter of a week and a half.



To find out more about Layla Grace, please visit her website www.laylagrace.org



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Win A $50 Gift Certificate To Love Baby J!!!

Hello there ladies!!!

I am so excited to announce our new giveaway brought to you by amazing mommy blogger Two Of A Kind Working On A Full House. Be sure to check out her super sweet blog for great giveaways, recipes, thoughts and ideas about different aspects of parenthood, and just about everything "baby!". We will be giving away a $50 gift certificate from Love Baby J! Be sure to visit Two Of A Kind Working On A Full House to find out how to win!   



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Beauty Pageants Dropping In Popularity?

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LINWOOD, N.J., Jan. 30 (UPI) -- The annual Miss America pageant is dropping in popularity and TV ratings and participants blame the changing cultural tide in the United States.

Entertainment Weekly online reported the 2009 Miss American pageant only drew 3.5 million viewers, down from the 26.7 million who watched the event in 1991. Actor Mario Lopez, who is hosting this year's pageant Saturday night, blames the atrophy on an abundance of beautiful women in other arenas.

Current Miss America Katie Stam, 23, laments the pageant's low ratings.

"We had the most amazing connection with the pageant. It was such a big deal to us," Stam said of her childhood experiences watching the beauty pageant.

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Our Hearts Go Out To Haiti

We have all been shocked and saddened by the calamitous earthquake that has devastated Haiti. Our hearts, prayers and best wishes go out to the people of Haiti and to their friends and family around the world. I'm sure that like me, you feel so heartbroken and helpless in face of the suffering of the Haitian people. Every part of Port-au-Prince was either damaged or destroyed by the quake. Homes, schools, hospitals, even the National Palace where the president resides, were all decimated. Injured children that lost contact with their parents are taking refuge in collapsed buildings and under debris. Haiti’s infrastructure is already very modest and has now been brought to its knees by the quake. Disease, hunger and lawlessness are taking their toll on the people. Nothing will bring back those who have perished, but the survivors need our help. That's why I've decided to donate 10% of  of the proceeds from all of our sales for the next month at Love baby J to the Red Cross International Response Fund. The Red Cross has been helping those in need since 1881 and they have already pledged an initial 1 million towards Haiti Relief... let's help them give more.
http://american.redcross.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ntld_main&s_src=RSG000000000&s_subsrc=RCO_FrontPagePanel

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Our Biggest Giveaway... EVER!!!



Our Biggest Giveaway...EVER!

Here at Love baby J, we wanted to take the time to thank you ALL so much for being such WONDERFUL customers this year! Without you, we could not continue to bring you the most unique, custom, one of a kind Couture Apparel, tutu's, and pettiskirts on the market today! We would like to offer you our most AMAZING Giveaway... Ever!
We will be giving away one of our Feather Angel Couture™ Maribou/Chandelle Feather Aprons from our new collection!!!!



Our NEW Baby J Feather Angel Couture™ Collection dresses and aprons are perfect for weddings, special occasions, photo shoots, and more! We are always creating, and will be happy to design one of our Couture dresses in just about any color scheme you could dream of!
Designed by Celebrity designer Three Peas Co. Exclusively for Love Baby J!


Here is how to enter...
Send one email PER entry to Jennifer@lovebabyj.com or your entry will not count!

1. Entry if you Blog about Love Baby J!
The rules are easy- all you have to do is blog
a few words about Love Baby J and
put a link with the Blog that carries back to
our homepage at www.lovebabyj.com. Please Feel free to use our 125 x 125 button on the right hand side of the page.
After you create the blog, email us to let us know.
Each Link gives you an extra entry!!!
By linking back to our homepage, you are actually helping out Love Baby J in a BIG way!
Every link created about our company, and then clicked on increases traffic to our website,
which allows more people to discover us here at Love Baby J.


2. Entry if you Follow Love baby J On Twitter at http://twitter.com/LoveBabyJ Recieve one extra entry PER tweet. (please send an email for EACH tweet or it will not be counted!!!


3. Entry if you Follow Us on Facebook! Just let us know one item that you would like to see as the prize for our next giveaway.


Thank you so much for supporting Love Baby J!



Contest ends 02/10/2010, must be 18 years or older to enter...Winner selected by Random.org.



Save 15%... We hope you find our baby and children's boutique fun to shop, whimsical, and just down-right sweet! Please enter promo code sweet 77 at checkout and enjoy 15% off your next order.

Love baby J... Tastefully Capturing Excessive Style!
Offer Expires: 2/20/10

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Words of Wisdom

The definition of success–To laugh much; to win respect of intelligent persons and the affections of children; to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give one’s self; to leave the world a little better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to have played and laughed with enthusiasm, and sung with exultation; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived–this is to have succeeded.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson.


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Noah Cyrus Featured in PopStar Magazine January 2010 issue wearing ThreePeasCo.(Designer For Love Baby J)

PopstarMagazine calls Noah Cyrus "on her way to Miley-style fame" as she rocks ThreePeasCo tank in Popstar's January 2010 issue (page 11)  Love Baby J
                                                    Distinguished - Lavish - Couture
                                                    Babies, Toddlers, Girls, & Mommies
                                                    www.LoveBabyJ.com


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Three Peas Co. KeanaTexeira of SoulsticeMovie to rock ThreePeasCO Couture ( designer for Love Baby J) aboard the USS Midway Concert on 12/27

Three Peas Co.( exclusive designer for Love Baby J) will be participating and contributing to the USS Midway Concert benefitting the children of our armed forces & families. We are also honored to be styling Keana Texeira's wardrobe and her dancers the Girls of Soulstice movie.

The following is from the entire press release for: Operation Jump for Joy

The Jumpitz Announce "Operation Jump for Joy": Free Holiday Concert Honoring Snowball Express, Benefiting the Children of Our Armed Forces

The Jumpitz, Hollywood's hottest emerging children's entertainment group, today released information on "Operation Jump for Joy," a free holiday concert event designed to entertain and benefit the children of our Armed Forces. This exciting event takes place Sunday, December 27, 2009 from 6-9pm on the USS Midway in San Diego, CA.; also airing on The Pentagon Channel from The American Forces Network. "Operation Jump For Joy" is title sponsored by American Airlines, the official airline for Snowball Express, and media partners FOX 5 San Diego and 101.1 KPRI Radio.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) December 15, 2009 -- The Jumpitz, Hollywood's hottest emerging children's entertainment group, today released information on "Operation Jump for Joy," a free holiday concert event designed to entertain and benefit the children of our Armed Forces. This exciting event takes place Sunday, December 27, 2009 from 6-9pm on the USS Midway in San Diego, CA. Sponsored by American Airlines, the official airline for Snowball Express, media partners FOX 5 San Diego and 101.1 KPRI Radio, this event is sure to bring smiles of delight to the one-thousand children and members of military families in attendance. "Operation Jump for Joy" also includes a festival of fun activities on the Hangar Deck, including a live performance from Hullabaloo, JW Tumbles, the San Diego Chargers' cheerleaders, autographs, refreshments, and gifts for every family; on the flight deck, a wonderful show is planned that will appeal to all ages: one of the hottest new entertainment groups for kids, The Jumpitz, and The Wayan Brothers' Boo Crew for the young set; pop star Keana and emerging boy band WOW for teens; and for parents, six-time San Diego music award winner, Eve Selis. Mistress of ceremonies, Kathleen Bade of Fox 5 San Diego, will lead the show.
The event will directly benefit Snowball Express, an international charity whose mission is to create a network of hope for the families of our fallen heroes.

What: Operation Jump for Joy


Who: Performances from The Jumpitz, Wayan Brothers' Boo Crew, Hullabaloo, Eve Selis, WOW and Keana

Why: A global benefit for the children of our fallen military heroes, supporting the mission of Snowball Express

When: Sunday, December 27, 2009 6-9pm

Where: The USS Midway, San Diego, CA

"Operation Jump for Joy" is sponsored by: American Airlines, USS Midway, Northrop Grumman, Barona Resort and Casino, Motorola, Veolia Transportation, Cubic Coporation , SDG&E, and LEGOLAND California.

Operation Jump for Joy will also air on The Pentagon Channel, which broadcasts military news and information for the 2.6 million members of the U.S. Armed Forces both stateside and overseas to over 175 countries, allowing military children and families around the world to partake in the joy this holiday season. Air times/dates tbd. This marks the beginning of a new relationship between The Jumpitz and the American Forces Network and their family channel, to be announced early in 2010.

"We're beyond thrilled to host this spectacular program in our hometown of San Diego," said Phyllis Schwartz, CEO for The Jumpitz. "It's an honor for us to be a part of something so special that directly supports military families not just in our own backyard, but globally. By partnering with Snowball Express, American Airlines and our other generous sponsors, as well as a talented line up of performers, we're able to give back to the families of those who are on the front lines, fighting for our freedom 365 days a year."

"As a former military officer in Germany, I understand the selfless commitment these families make. As someone who lost their mother at 14, I also understand the pain and loneliness of missing a parent. I have been involved in many charitable causes, and Snowball Express is hands down the most amazing organization and experience I have ever been involved

with. It is a tremendous group of people selflessly giving their time and love to ensure these families are not forgotten," added Laurie Reider-Jabbar, EVP of Business Development for The Jumpitz and West Point Graduate. Micki Sander, Chairperson of Snowball Express, who along with Snowball Express and its volunteers, were recently featured as "ABC's Persons of the Week" on World News Tonight with Charlie Gibson (click HERE for video), adds, "The Jumpitz were a big hit with the Snowball Express children at our recent Snowflake Express event in Dallas. We're excited to be part of this special night on the USS Midway that will honor our military families and bring The Jumpitz brand of joy to many of our San Diego Snowflake kids who will be attending. We are so grateful for this recognition of the wonderful efforts of Snowball Express."

Captain Steve Blankenship, Managing Director of Veterans Initiatives - American Airlines, said, "The men and women in uniform and the people of American Airlines know that true patriotism is not only about what you think, feel or say - it's about what you do. This is why American Airlines has set out to provide tangible assistance to organizations like 'Operation Jump for Joy' that support our nation's service members, veterans and their families."


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What A Year I've Had!

So as I sit here in my few moments of silence, between my three year snuggling up for his 2 hour nap, and my two other handsome sons about to arrive home, I am trying to take some time to reflect on the things I did well and was successful at this year, and the things I may need to work on just a little. Yes... That was a giant run on sentence! Anyway, over the past year I have gone through quite a few changes in my life. Moving our family across the country, starting my own dream business, taking care of three little boys, blogging, tweeting, texting, facebooking, designing, and somehow trying to be a good wife... all at the same time. I have realized that... Laundry can wait, dishes can sit, toys can be picked up later, and I just can't possibly work and make everyone happy 24 hours a day. What truly matters are the little moments that we somehow overlook in the craziness we call life. The smell of the clean ocean air, the innocence of our children's faces as they go round and round on the merry-go-round and manage to waive to mommy and daddy with a smile every time around. The smell of dinner cooking, and the family sitting down together to eat. Oh, and lets not forget the few quiet moments each night when you go in and check on your sleeping children before you go to bed. I guess that sometimes we get so caught up in the craziness of the moment, work, cleaning, being a mommy, and running a business, that we tend to overlook or underappreciate the things that really matter.

Ok... My times up! Sorry for the rambling. All in all, it's been a great year. I couldn’t possibly tell you all that I’ve learned in this one post, so over the next few weeks I am hoping to post more about the goals I have set for myself for this year. I thank all of you that have taken the time to read my posts and visit my site.

Wishing you all a healthy, happy holiday season!