You Will Thank Me Later

As your friend I feel that I have to tell you that you should stop what you are doing and figure out how you are going to get your hands on Cadbury's White Mini Eggs! I know what you are saying; "Eileen, I already know what a Cadbury Mini Egg is. No big deal." And some of you are also saying; "Ummm, Eileen, we are in the middle of Lent. Why in the world would you be talking about sweets!?!"

So first off, Cadbury is not just making their tradition solid milk chocolate. They are making Easter tasty this year with three mini eggs; milk chocolate, white chocolate and dark chocolate. And for any of you out there with food "issues" like we do, you will be happy to know that Cadbury clearly lists all ingredients in their chocolate products. It is so nice to simply red a label and know if your child can safely eat it! All three of the kiddos declared that the White Mini Eggs are their favorite of the new line-up.

My second reason for telling you all about this yummy candy is because I have developed a sweet tooth. Normally I would take something salty over something sweet. My main go to is cheese and crackers but this year I have given up cheese for Lent. Sounds easy right!?! Wrong, now my without my go-to afternoon snack I am turning to this yummy candied eggs for a bit of energy. I have sub sugar for salt and that is not a good thing. So not what Lent is all about! 

So after you have finished judging me, run to the stores and pick up a bag or two. They might not look like they are that special but these new Mini Eggs are awesome. Trust me you will thank me later!!!

Sunset

We had a super crazy weekend. My parents were staying with us while they visited with my brother. M started lacrosse practices with his Spring team and B had try-outs for the Spring travel field hockey team. It was a wonderful yet busy weekend and this week is shaping up to be even busier!

So in the middle of all the madness of after school activities, I took a moment and relaxed. The sun did not start to set until 7pm and it was still 60 degrees outside. A simple yet joyful moment amongst all the craziness. Life is good!

Make-Up Fun

One of my most favorite pat of a special night out is getting all dolled-up! I know that sounds so old fashion but as a stay-at-home-mom there is no need to spend time on hair and make-up. For the record I know that I am beyond blessed to be at home with my children plus have special nights-out, too. So I try to enjoy all of it!

This year for the CC Ball I used some tried and true make-up, as well as a couple of new products. Since my dress was navy I was not sure if I should go with brown make-up or grey, but the wise women of Nordstrom told me that I needed a little blue in my life. They promised it would make my eyes "pop". Per usual, they were right!

Tried and True

Maybelline's The Colossal Volum

Lorac's Behind The Scenes Eye Primer

Nars Blush  (You know what one. The one with the name that makes me blush saying it out loud.)

YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch

Stila's Lip Glaze

New to Me

Smashbox 'Halo' Hydrating Perfecting Powder

Bobbi Brown 'Sparkle' Eye-shadow in Pebble

Bobbi Brown Metallic Eye-shadow in Lapis

Trish McEvoy 'Intense' Gel Eye-liner

I was pretty happy with the results for the big night! Do have any "go-to" make-up for a night out on the town?

Fat Tuesday

I am well aware that for tons of Americans Fat Tuesday means pancakes for dinner. Growing up that's what my mother always served my and my three brothers. And for many years I have served the very same thing. But this year the kiddos asked to try something different.... 

Hamburgers and fries! So we all headed out to one of our favorite burger joints, Market Burger. Market Burger uses local sourcing for all of their burgers which ensures nothing but the freshest of foods. Very farm to table approach to a traditional burger joint. The end result is a super yummy burger!

The best part about Market Burger is that my whole family can enjoy their fries. If your family is anything like mine, then you would know that restaurant fries are a big no-no. At most places we have to worry about cross-contamination. But happily Market Burger only fries fresh cut potatoes and they don't use peanut oil. Perfect if you ask me!

A yummy meal that was not that healthy yet allergy friendly. So happy that kiddos talk me into something different this Fat Tuesday!!!

Making The Most Of It

On our 13th snow-day of the year, we tried our best to make the most of it! The kiddos and I didn't set any alarm clocks. A little extra sleep was good for all of us. We enjoyed a lazy morning, just hanging out in our pjs. The kiddos were crazy enough to head outside for a little bit. 

Super cold weather can't stop these three from having a great time! I might have enjoyed it more but I don't even have snow-boots. Every year I make sure the kiddos are all set with winter gear, just in case. But I never seem to order anything for myself. I do have a nice pair of Wellies but they just don't keep my feet warm. My irrational fear is that if I invest in winter gear for myself, we will never have another snow-day. Weird, I know! 

Lastly, the kiddos would like to you all know that Peeps float in hot cocoa. And are super yummy! 

Snowday #12

This Winter has just been unreal! I am starting to fear that Spring is not coming this year.

And if you can believe, the county just called to inform us that there is no school tomorrow. Snow-day #13!!!

An Oscar Family

Most years it is just me alone on the sofa watching the Oscars but not this year. If you can believe it all three kiddos asked that we DVR this year's Oscars. You might be asking why an 11, 8 and 5 year old care about the show and the answer is simple. Idina Menzel! 

Ever since my parents and I took the kiddos to see the movie Frozen, we have all been in love with Ms. Menzel's beautiful voice and we can't wait to hear her perform tonight.