Finally, a header I'm in love with!

Do you like the new layout? I think it's pretty awesome :)

When I first started blogging (a zillion years ago) I fell in love with all the mommy graphics in every one's blog headers. I have wanted one ever since, but couldn't find anything that fit my picky tastes my blog. I wanted one so bad that I even attempted making my own... what a disaster that was. You have to sketch up an image, then draw it with illustrator using only the pen tool and shapes. There was no way I was gonna be able to do that.

Then a fellow mommy-blogging friend of mine, Erin started designing layouts, headers, buttons, backgrounds, graphics - you name it, she can do it. I loved her work, and when I found out how reasonable her prices were I couldn't pass up the offer. She created exactly what I asked her for, and kept in touch with me through the whole process. It was such a pleasure working with Erin. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a bloggy face-lift :) If you're interested or just want to see her work, check out her blog:







If you haven't already noticed, I also got my own domain name, which I am pretty excited about!! I changed the blog title because (a) The Mommy Madness domain was already taken and (b) I wanted the blog to represent me more. Since it's about my life and activities of a young stay at home mom, I thought the new title was perfect.

So don't hold back, I want to know what you think of the new look/layout!

Wordless Wednesday

Pictures from the second batch of pumpkin spice cupcakes I made last week...


When I turned my back to put this in the oven....

These two little stinker's hopped onto the counter to 'stir' the rest of the batter!

Mhm I see them licking their little lips...

"Uh oh, Mommy caught us!"

Yumm the finished product!

Time to stuff our faces!!!

I need the weekend!

So, yesterday was my first blog in almost 10 days. & it was all. about. food. Three posts in one day, all pertaining to yummy, scrumptious, deliciously fattening food. Does that tell you anything?

I'm stressed. I cook, bake, and eat A LOT when I'm stressed.

It's this stupid house. It has me stressed beyond belief. We've been on the market for almost four months. We've had 3 'second' showings, and multiple people leaving feedback saying they're interested in the house but no offers. Not one.

A house the exact same floor plan as ours came on the market last week, priced less then what we're asking. Very frustrating.

Gavin came home from school yesterday with a bruise on his cheek. The teacher said another child 'hit him in the face with a magnetic wand.' On purpose. Because he wanted the toy Gavin was playing with. I hate bullies.

My poor baby. He had to go to the nurse and get an ice pack for his face. & now he is afraid of that child.

On a lighter note, Halloween is in a few days and we have a full weekend planned of fun activities. I'm looking forward to having fun with the kids and taking lots of pictures!

Thanks for letting me vent :)

Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes w/ Honey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Is that not the most deeeeelicious cupcake you've ever heard of?
YES it is.

I found a new blog (well, new to me) with this amazing recipe on it. 

You know you want to try them.

I made 3 batches last week. Yes, THREE batches. They are hubb's new favorite and he is requesting I make some more tomorrow. They're that good. & so Holiday-ish.

I Love them & you will too :)