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No Soccer, Pumpkin Picking, October Daily & Thankful Things

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We are indeed knee deep in October and it is now Columbus Day weekend.  The girls are off from soccer  for the weekend and school on Monday, because of the holiday, but Kevin still has work.  But we decided to take the girls pumpkin picking finally barring that the weather holds up.  

We also have two kid parties to attend on Saturday (one is for a friend of Emma’s from dance last year and the other is our nephew, who is turning two).  Also, Monday is my dad’s birthday, so we will be having dinner and cake with my family tomorrow evening after pumpkin picking.  Aunt Gloria, if you, are reading, we can’t wait to see and catch up with you (yes my Aunt is a reader here and love her for that and more!).

But it is Saturday and as is for most Saturdays, I share my weekly thankful things, as well as a blog wrap-up and affiliate/giveaway offers.

And since it is October and I am a part of the October Daily, cannot forget that today.  The prompt is to share your day in photos, but I am going to amend this and share my weekly thankful photos to combine both linkups together here.

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Now, without further ado, I want to share all about this week and my photos, too, by getting the party started with Ten Twelve Thankful Things (sorry I had a few to spare again this week)~

My Ten (Twelve) Things of Thankful of The Week~

Ten Things of Thankful

1.  I still was coming off the high from our book getting published last week and seriously, the rave reviews are rolling in and just so proud and happy for all of us who are indeed a part of it.   Couldn’t resist including the picture again, because it is my blog and I can!

Thankful for being a published author!!!
Thankful for being a published author!!!

2.  The weekend started off last week with Friday night yogurt.  And of course Kevin had to be different and get a huge oversized vanilla shake.  Love this photo for all the silliness and then some!

OverSized Vanilla Shake!
OverSized Vanilla Shake!

3.  On Saturday, we got to shop sans kids for a birthday gift and also Halloween costumes for the girls at the Disney Store, because Kevin’s mom watched them.  After the quiet shopping, we spent the afternoon watching both girls be overjoyed and excited at our niece’s gymnastics’ birthday party.  I think we may actually sign them up for a class once soccer is over for the winter months.  I got the paperwork and information.  So, we shall see!

Sorry for the Blurriness, but it was one of the cuter expressions I got out of her!
Sorry for the Blurriness, but it was one of the cuter expressions I got out of her!

4.  Saturday night dinner out with one of our very good friends.  We went to Buffalo Wild Wings.  Emma was definitely tired and not on her best behavior and Lily slept for part of it on Kevin.  But the food and good company made up for some of this.  If you ever go, try the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Sandwich, it is a bit spicy,but oh so yummy!

Buffalo Wild Wings Caribbean Jerk Sandwich~So Yummy!!

5. Happy to be still have  my one year blogiversary giveaway running and enter if you haven’t, because seriously who couldn’t use $400!  Raffle copter is below.  Last weekend to enter and don’t miss out on winning $400!!

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6. Last week, it was 85 degrees in October and still so nice and warm out.  Not complaining, because I know it will be freezing and snowy soon enough.  So, I will just be happy and thankful for small favors.

7.  More Sunday morning soccer-Lily and Emma’s we an hour apart and got to go to both girls’s game this weekend.  Even if Lily was melting down a bit on the field that she wanted to play with Kevin (and Emma’s) team.  Finally got to see Emma in action this weekend and am truly grateful for that!  By the way, it was misting the whole time, but got to love sweatshirts and hoods for this!

Emma Scoring a Goal Today!
Emma Scoring a Goal!
Lily Crying During Emma & Kevin’s Game
8. Sunday afternoon, found us attending the open house and family day at Kevin’s office.  He works for Canon America, Inc and they recently moved their headquarters to a fancy, new building.  So, this was so nice to actually tour and see where Kevin works now.  We even got to enjoy cookies, ice cream and more towards the end, as well as pick out pumpkins!

The Girls Eating Ice Cream at Kevin’s Work Girls Picking Pumpkins

9.  Lily has been melting down more this week.  The worst being coming off the playground on Tuesday.  She was throwing sand and told her she had to leave.  Well, full meltdown mode ensued and just so grateful I got her home and that the threats of returning her Halloween costume (she is going to be Belle), canceling her 3rd birthday and no Santa have been helping now.  Granted she doesn’t know, that we won’t do this, but still has been a bit more successful in keeping these moments at bay now.

Belle Costume~That I have threatened to return!

10.  Need to stay thank you to my bestir, Lanaya over at Raising Reagan for awarding me not one, but two awards.  Post will be following hopefully soon, because I seriously haven’t had enough time in the day to get my act together on this.  But thank you mama for the Squirrely Award and for the Sunshine Award, too!

The Sunshine Award!! The Squirrely Award

11.  Thankful for that I am all caught up and still very much active in the October Daily this month and still having so much fun with this new challenge as you can see from today’s sentence!  Thanks again to Mary from Secret Obsession.

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12.  One more for good measure and I am, of course, thankful again that weekend is indeed here and hoping to relax a bit.  Maybe even catch up on my DVR again this weekend!  

Now if you missed a moment of this week’s blog articles, here is a recap~

Time to Confess!!

On Monday, I was a day behind with the October Daily challenge, but overshared with an incident that happened when I was so much younger and even included a fun picture of me from back in the day.  For more click here.  

On Tuesday, as per the October Daily challenge for day 7, I shared all about what I have lived without and how I never want to have to do it again if I don’t have to, along with revealing the October GLOSSYBOX, catch up here..  

On Wednesday, I caught up on the October Daily challenge posting both days 8 and 9 in one post,with some fun J9 Designs tutorials and also some feel good music selections!  To find out all about both click here. 

On Thursday, for day 10, I was so happy to share all about one of my blogging friends that I love to read daily and a connection that I made from this with an awesome author guest post from Candi Sary, click here for more.

On Friday, back again with another FTSF, the sentence to finish was “Once, in public, I saw somebody…, as well as Day 11 of the October Daily for Rainy Day Fun Times. To join us. link up, please click here!

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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  2. Sara says

    I think I might be the first comment!! Love the pictures of the girls playing soccer. I am also having some issues with Collin having meltdowns. I don't mind them at home but I get do embarrassed in public and turn 50 shades of red. Enjoy pumpkin picking!!
    My recent post A Kid Free Weekend – Charlotte, NC

    • Janine Huldie says

      You are totally my first comment and love that you are Sara. And I seriously wrote the whole story out and am sharing it on Monday, because I was so 50 shades of red, when Lily decided to have a complete meltdown this past Monday on the pre-school playground. I punished her and wouldn't let her go for the rest of the week, because it was seriously that bad!!

  3. eddy says

    As always wonderful Janine and Loved the pic of girls and the goal scoring. Brilliant and I wish you a wonderful, weekend.
    Lots of love from Wales to you and your beautiful family Janine.
    Eddy..

  4. NuggetOnABudget says

    Lol that picture of Kevin with his huge milkshake ~ I die!! Your photos are great today, I totally love the picture of Emma scoring a goal and of course the girls in matching outfits while pumpkin picking. You're giving me a lot of fun moments {and ideas!} to look forward to with my girls as they get older 🙂 I think I'll be dressing them a like for a while too, since E seems like she'll be wearing the same size as Sofia in a few years lol. She's a chunk! I totally need to buy your book now, too. Hope you have a nice weekend ~ wish you were coming to Sofia's birthday party today! xoxo
    My recent post ordinary.

    • Janine Huldie says

      Totally wish we were coming for her party today. We have a kiddie party for one of the little girls Emma used to go to dance with and then my nephew's 2nd birthday tonight, too. So, we are going to be all partied out until tomorrow when we celebrate my dad's! Seriously so many October birthdays can't keep track! And I totally do dress them alike when I can and I say go for it. Lily is definitely bigger then Emma ever was at each stage, so sounds like you will be having the same with Eliana and Sophia, too. Have a wonderful day today and Happy Birthday to Sophia again!! 🙂 xoxo!!

  5. Sandy Ramsey says

    I am still so happy for you and all the other wonderful ladies for Mother of All Meltdowns. I have added it to my Christmas list for some moms I think will truly enjoy it! It is always so fantastic to have you share your regular everyday moments. I love your family. I can relate to the kid meltdowns, too. I've gotten a note every day this week in Justin's kindergarten planner….yesterday, he spit on someone. Not good, not good at all…..

    • Janine Huldie says

      Awe, thank you so much Sandy seriously, cannot say that enough. Your support and kindness is really seriously just so appreciated. And so love that you are gifting this one to moms. I totally think I may have to do this, too now! I know it was one hell of a week here with both my kids and meltdowns. Stay tuned for the blog posts all about it next week, because my writing was truly my therapy and then some this week!! Truly hoping you are having a great weekend now though and less meltdowns for sure 🙂

    • Janine Huldie says

      Lisa, I knew when I saw that container in front of him that I had to take a picture and so glad I did, because it makes me smile so much, too. And I am trying to figure out how I can get another jerk chicken sandwich real soon, too!! 🙂

    • Janine Huldie says

      Rosey, the boots are all the Children's Place and swear by their kids clothes, because you get such great clothes for the price. Kevin isn't home on Monday, but he is taking Wednesday, because I have my yearly physical. So, he taking the kids to school and I know what you mean about getting nothing done, but still loving having them home!! 🙂

  11. lrconsiderer says

    WOW! Janine you've got a hella lot on at the moment! So glad that loads of it is good and nourishing and enriching and fun (milkshake and ice-cream pics are gorgeous)

    Sorry to hear that Lily's been having lots of meltdowns (at least you can use that to further underline your credentials for being in a Real Live Book – which is totally awesome for you, btw). Hope that she starts to feel on a bit more of a stable footing emotionally, and that y'all are able to continue life happily and without upset for a while.

    Enjoy every moment of relaxing you can get over this weekend, and love your entry 😀
    My recent post Ten Things of Thankful #19

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks so much Lizzi and am hoping that you are enjoying your weekend and friend's visit, too. As for Lily, I thought that exact thing and so had to write a post, too after it happened as my way of coping and venting. So she definitely does give good inspiration to say the least!! And congrats again to you on the book. So need to buy it and it now, too!! 🙂

      • lrconsiderer says

        My weekend is going awesomely, thanks 😀

        Your is the second venting post I've seen today, and it's totally a valid way of doing things 🙂 At least you were able to find the Good 😀

        WHOOT! It's going to be free to download tomorrow – so hold fire on buying it just yet 😀
        My recent post Ten Things of Thankful #19

      • Janine Huldie says

        Totally downloading this tomorrow and seriously thank you for telling me that. So excited to read your part of the book and really just so excited for you. And by the way, that is what I love most about your hop, that not only can I share thankful things, but also vent a bit, but still find the good and positive in it. So thank you again, Lizzi!! 🙂

      • lrconsiderer says

        That's the beauty of the exercise – we can make it whatever we like, and use it as a tool to make life seem that little bit brighter again 🙂 I *think* it's tomorrow that it's free – if not, then in the next few days 🙂 Thanks for being so awesomely supportive 🙂 x
        My recent post TToT 19:2 PUBLISHED!!!

      • Janine Huldie says

        Trust me that is truly what I love about it and I am totally keeping my eye out for it now. Promise you I am going to read it and know I will love your contribution, because it was written by you and love you to pieces!! 🙂

  12. writingpaddad says

    Hi Janine!
    What a ripoff- we have school on Monday and we had soccer this weekend! No rest for the weary! We are going pumpkin picking this weekend too! Congrats on the book! Wow- that is exciting! Love the vanilla shake! Not sure who has more freckles- your husband or me! Hope you have a great time at our all your birthday celebrations this weekend!
    My recent post Sometimes It's The Little Things

    • Janine Huldie says

      I thought Monday was a national holiday, so totally confused why you wouldn't get it off, but then again even though the post office is closed, Kevin still has work at Canon, because it is a Japanese company. So you aren't the one working on Monday. And you re right, Kevin is totally covered in freckles, being 100% Irish. Also hoping you are enjoying your weekend with the missus and the boy, too!! 🙂

  13. realhousewife says

    Man just reading your blog and all you do wipes me out:) LOL. You're so dedicated and I admire that greatly firs of all. I love the shake pic but my favorite is the girls picking pumpkins! Priceless and I love the polka dotted skirt and colorful tops!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Kelly, they totally dressed themselves and couldn't take credit for that, but I wasn't going to fight them, because they were happy and not whining!! But I know I just never stop here and when I was writing it, I thought to myself, man I am tired just thinking about it all!! 🙂

  14. babygatesdown says

    Wow. I thought I was busy. I bow down in awe to the organizational prowess that must be required to keep all that going with such obvious fun and grace.

    Congrats on being published! I think I'm envious – but in a healthy "that's something I've always wanted to do and maybe I should do something about it" kind of way… Well done. I will be sure to check out the book!

    And hope you have a blast at the pumpkin patch. That's on our list in the near future as well 🙂
    My recent post Thanksgiving Ten Things of Thankful

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks so much and trust me I never thought I would get to be published, but I have to thank my wonderful blogger friend, who contacted me when they started talking about this to be involved. I really must say the blogging community is so full of wonderful and supportive people, which makes me feel so blessed. 🙂

  16. clark says

    totally with you on #6! I'm in the same climate area and this has been the kind of week that makes me want to believe that *this* will be different, that it need not get cold, that (Christine's) pigs will learn to fly…lol

    pass along congrats on the goal!

  18. stephanie2006 says

    Ohh, I hear you with Lily… Threevil is hitting you, too? Violet has an attitude these days, more 13 than 3… I'm glad you still had fun with the soccer games, the family day at Kevin's work and at the pumpkin patch. We still have to get out pumpkins.. Probably just pick them up at the store, but I might see if I find a patch somewhere. (Good luck to me..).
    My recent post Week In Review – Ten Things Of Thankful (13)

    • Janine Huldie says

      Stephanie, totally hitting here and she still has a month to being three. I thought the twos were bad. God help me! Total luck to me and looks like the weather will hold out and we are still planning to go tomorrow. So fingers crossed on that!! 🙂

  21. Erin Callaway says

    Love the pictures this week! And Lily looks adorable even with her tears on the soccer field! Love the girls at the pumpkin patch!!! Another great week!! I hope that your weekend is a great one and that you have a lot of fun at all of the parties!!!

    My recent post Baby Update – Week 31

  22. MrsTee says

    Fun Filled despite the bits of upsets…I also make the threats that I know I don't plan on keeping but they work when I need them. LOL
    My recent post The October Daily {12}: Saturday Chill

  23. Lanaya says

    I just heart those girls!! They are so cute. And way to go Kev!! I'm impressed if he finished that whole milkshake.
    Love you mama … enjoy the rest of your weekend.
    I'm dying today — a bit {OK a lot} hungover. Ugh!

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  24. christine says

    THAT is a milkshake! The thought of that being carried to the table makes me giggle.

    Soccer for our little one ended this weekend. He had so much fun, but I'm glad it's over. We managed to get through without any cold games. Best to get out now. 🙂

    Pumpkin picking is so much fun with little kids. We will be doing it soon.

    Have a great Sunday!
    My recent post 10 Things of Thankful, Week 19

    • Janine Huldie says

      We still go with soccer to through November 16th (I believe) and sure we will be out in the cold (admitting not looking forward to this one bit!). And I know that milshae still makes me giggle when I see it!! Thanks as always Christine and wishing you a great rest of the weekend now!! 🙂

  26. gigigirl says

    Looking forward to seeing you and the family tomorrow. I will have to get a copy of the book and have you autograph it for me! You have achieved so much and I'm very proud of you. Oh….got to see that Belle costume in person! Lots of love, Aunt Gloria xxoo

    • Janine Huldie says

      Can't wait to see you later on today, too. And so have to look into getting a few hard copies of this book now, too. I have a digital copy, but I would like to get a physical copy to keep for myself, as well!! 🙂 xoxo!!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks Melanie and I admit I love Halloween and even Thanksgiving and Christmas, too. I am just not a fan of January or February, but I can totally take the Fall and the early winter before it turns to cold. And I love that Geoff is like Kevin with the bigger the better with the milkshakes!! Also, hoping that your weekend has been good to you, too 🙂

  30. dianeroark says

    Janine,
    It looks like you had a good week and had a lot to be thankful for. I just love seeing your girls smiles. How old are they? They look very close in age. They remind me of my twin boys who are now 17.
    Tell your husband our family celebrates many of Fridays with a milkshake.
    Blessings and have a great rest of the weekend.
    Diane Roark
    My recent post “RoundUp Review” ending 10/12/13

    • Janine Huldie says

      I will totally tell my husband that and know he will love to hear it isn't just him. My girls are 16 months apart, but my older daughter is petite and small for her age (she always was and even at birth-she was term and only 5lbs 15ozs and 17.5 inches in height). So she and my younger (who is just normal sized for her age) looks like they could be the same age. I get asked if they are twins all the time and really is a blessing now, because they are totally each others best friends and pretty much get along like twins would. Wishing you a wonderful rest of your weekend, too!! 🙂

  31. Iro Koutsouri says

    Happy birthday for your Blog!!! I've been following you only for a couple of weeks but i tried your choc.chip pancakes recipe and we loved it!!i toped half of them with peanutbutter(heated up so it was runny) and jelly and the other have with maplesyrup!! Yammm! I can't wait to make the goooey sticky buns!!! Happy posts!!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Oh thank you so much for following now. And just so happy that you tried the pancakes and loved them. I will so need try to add the peanut butter/jelly and maple syrup combo the next time I try. So thank you for sharing that with me!! 🙂

    • Janine Huldie says

      I totally agree and am finding yet again that three is definitely worse then two the second time around now!! And I know that sandwich again was so delicious and need to get back there very soon to get another one now!! 🙂

  33. One TIPsy Chick says

    Great catching up with you! I can't get that chicken sandwich photo out of my head. I've never been to a Buffalo Wild Wings, but I may need to do that real soon! Have a great week!
    My recent post DIY Halloween Costumes

  35. lovingmarshall says

    Meltdowns. Yikes. In the same boat with my 3-year-old. We went to a birthday party at the children's museum and he let EVERYONE know how unhappy he was when it was time to go.

    I love recap posts like these–so fun! Thanks for sharing!
    My recent post All too easy

    • Janine Huldie says

      Totally my pleasure in sharing and to be honest, I love these recap posts, because it helps to update many who may have missed something during the week, as well as sum the week up for me, as well. And seriously the 3 year old meltdowns are making me crazy and your 3 year old totally sounds like mine, because she really has no problem sharing when she is displeased with something now!

  36. Rich Rumple says

    You've done well, Janine! You get so many comments any more, your efforts have paid off well. Did Kevin drink that whole container of shake in front of his glass? My God, it's a wonder he could move afterwards!!! lol The girls are just a cute as ever, even when "melting down". That's all part of it, as you've well found out. And C.Jerk Chicken, fantastic stuff, but not quite spicy enough for me. Good Job!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks so much Rich and I am so happy to have others who did want to read and come back here. I really just love the interaction and puts a smile on my face. And yes, Kevin drank that whole shake and he did mover afterwards, too! And I honestly thought the Jerk Chicken would be more mild, but it was anything, but. However, I would love to have another right now if I could!! 🙂

  38. Karen says

    OMG…all the pictures are just awesome..I love it….that huge milk shake…wow…did he really drink it all???? love the photo of them eating icecream…just too cute and the matching jackets…

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