What's The Story, Morning Glory?

As of lately, I haven't been blogging as much as I would like, but not to fear. I'm still here! Here's a random, not in any order, like you care, update for ya :)

-Davis finished Soccer Tots 2 weeks ago, and I think he's ready to go pro. Watch out David...Davis is on board! He absolutely LOVED it. He did have a little problem when he was supposed to TAP the ball, and he would want to kick it full force. What can I say? He was in all the way.

-Michael is still absolutely obsessed (and I mean obsessed) with CrossFit. He is now in the process of building a CrossFit gym in the garage. This should be interesting. He constantly has huge blisters (like don't touch me with those things) on his hands, that now he drives like an eccentric old woman. Awesome.

-My work is going great. I absolutely love it and beyond enjoy what I'm doing. I'm hoping that things stay the way they are going, and just pray that it stays consistant. I've been doing 'Happy Hours' every few weeks at my home with other vendors to try and cross market and meet new people. I've been offering $15 off tans and free add ons when people bring a friend. I have to say, the cocktail I made last week was fabulous. Although, I didn't get to drink any since I was working. What?! Can you believe that? If you're in the Houston area, you should check it out!

-Houston is still going great. Better than great. Besides it being hotter than the devil's asshole here, I LOVE it. I have met some of the best people here that I just adore. I have a nice little circle of friends, girls for networking, and have made some really close friends already. I'm still loving living in the city, (even though I'm still shocked about it) and have to say adios to the suburbs for life. No bueno. There is so much to do here, especially in our area. Whether it's with Davis or places for just Michael and I to go. We have truly loved every moment here. Plus, who doesn't like riding their bike down the street for a glass of wine?! And dinner? And around the area?! I'm raising both hands, because I love it! :)

My little artist, painting in his room

Children's Museum-Testing out their cars they made.

One Week Down....

The first week in Houston, I have to say has been pretty successful. We've stayed pretty busy, and I think (I say think) that Davis is slowly starting to understand that we are staying here. I did take him by the new house the other night, and tried to tell him like 50 times that 'this is our new house.' What I'm sure didn't help was that we didn't stay, there were a ton of people working, and why was there dust all over the floor? And wait, if this is our house, where is Dexter? I'm just glad that little man is so young, that he won't remember most of it. Someone told me a few days ago that this is all harder on me than it is on him. I totally agree, thank goodness. My heart just cries a little when he asks me to go home.

I did find a Mother's Day Out program for Davis this week, though. Yay!!! It will be Tuesday and Thursday only, for a few hours a day. Perfect! I have my first spray tan appointment booked during his first week of school. Another score! (don't forget if you're in Houston, I have specials going on. Sorry, had to throw that in there) We also activated my membership again at LifeTime gym. Have you ever been to one? I swear, it's perfect for moms. I could spend the whole day with Davis there! They have an amazing childcare center, pool and kids pool, cafe, spa, amazing classes, and new equipment. It's a dream. We went there yesterday and spent like 3 hours there working out, having lunch, and Davis throwing a tantrum.

Our house is coming along great. It's just awesome. Goodness me, I'm just a little excited! So they painted samples, and went ahead and did the master bedroom to give me the full effect. DROOL!!! I chose a deep gray and it has a purple tint to it. Trust me, I know it sounds weird. But it AMAZING!! Even the designer was like, I think this is what you wanted, but umm, not so sure. I'll just have to take pictures soon and show you, but just take my word for it!

I even got to have a girls night out last night! What?!? Yes!! I know someone in Houston! Shut yo mouth, I know! It was fun to get out for a few hours for dinner and drinks, and no public tantrums. I'm hoping this is a good sign of things to come. This week has been pretty stinkin great for the most part, and I'm praying everything will be fantastic! I'm excited for work, although a little nervous at the same time. Houston has so much competition, so it's getting that first handful of people to start the whole word of mouth going. Slowly but surely. I know it's going to take time and will happen eventually. Plus, I have to remind myself I've only been here a week!

Date night tonight with my lovie, and children's festival tomorrow! It should be a great weekend!!! Hope you have a fun filled weekend, as well :)

As a side note, what the heck happened to blogger?? Why can't they leave good alone? My list is gone...can it be recovered? And the format? What in the world? I'll have to take blogger classes, now. haha :)

It's Time!!

I've been talking about it for what feels like for freaking ever, and the time has finally come. We move to Houston this week!!!!! Like I said, I'm elated, over the moon, crazy excited! Even though we don't move into our house until the end of April, it doesn't matter. I can't wait to get there and start exploring the city. Try new restraunts, activities with Davis, SHOPPING, find a new church, meet new people....everything! So, I'm curious. Do I have any followers in Houston? Who is going to be my tour guide? Any takers? Come on, now. Don't be shy! And if I do have followers in Houston, then you have to help a sister out. With what, you ask? Well, don't worry because I'm going to tell you. I need to get my mobile tanning biz up and running sooner than later. If you're new to my blog, yes, that's what I do and I LOVE it! I'm an esthetician and go to people's homes and businesses and make them all bronzed up and beautiful. Hence my business name, Beautifully Bronzed. I am looking for a blogger in Houston to 1. do a review for me on a retail product (you know you want to) 2. help me spread the word. I'll give you a free tan when you host a party, or $10 off a custom tan with your choice of add on. 3. refer a friend and receive $20 off (can not be joined with tanning party) 4. tan 10 times and get a freebie! So who's up for the task? This is perfect with the warmer weather just around the corner!

If you don't live in Houston, but know someone that does, I would so appreciate a little word of mouth. Thank you in advance, ladies!!

I'm sure I'll also be updating a lot about the house process. It's seriously my dream home! White picket fence in the front yard, white kitchen cabinets, tons of windows for LOTS of light (who wants to sit in a dark room. Blech!) built ins, wine bar. Yes, they knew I was coming and are throwing in a wine bar. Hellllooooo people! Perfect? I think yes.

Hope everyone has a wonderful day!!!

On My Heart-Life!!

Today, I'm linking up with Casey, for What is on your heart, and I think you should do the same!

I am a worrier. Maybe a worrier my nature, a worrier by fault, a worrier that I worry about worrying. Believe it or not, I've gotten a lot better and calmed my worrying self down a bit, but can be consumed with racing thoughts of everything that is going on in life all at the same time. And go figure, most of this happens right when I am trying to go to sleep. My brain won't shut off, and I'm consumed with what if thoughts. This hasn't happened in quite some time, but lately I find myself contemplating on every aspect of my life. At bedtime. Making me a zombie the next day. A lot of has to do with the fact that I'm a mom, and the other half is fear of the unknown. i.e. moving again, and this time to a big city, which scares me a little bit. Michael told me, well, Jessica. You're from Dallas! Why are you so nervous? Well, yes. I realize that. But I've never lived IN the city before. When we move to Houston next week, (next week, people! Holy moly I can't wait!) we will be living in the city. I nearly had a flippin panic attack when we went there a few weeks ago, and we were stuck in traffic. Dallas traffic is bad, yes, but this! Whoa! This is a whole other ball field! Don't get me wrong though, I am beyond excited about living in the city. It will be great for Michael, being that it is 5 miles away from his office. Great for Davis and I because there is so much to do! The parks are beyond beautiful, moms group in my neighborhood (that I'm hoping I fit in to this time!) a women's club (similar to jr. league in that is does a lot of charity work for the neighborhood and community) indoor playgrounds, soccer tots (so excited about this) and a great night life for me and my lovie!
So, what all the worrying for?
1. The mother's day outs average between $350-$1150 a month (What the WHAT? That's almost a car payment or almost a mortgage payment! They don't even serve sushi for lunch! Ha!)
2. The MDO's that I can afford of course didn't get good reviews online. Such as: kids coming home with bruises and bite marks with no notifications, not being fed, dirty, high turnover rate, director cursing at her staff in front of kids, etc. I felt like I was going to be sick!
3. Or the waiting list has 50 people on it.
4. I have found one that I'm going to do a tour, and the MDO is at a church. What I was hoping for. I am praying that this school is nice and I have that good gut feeling about it.
5.Work. In order for me to work and start spreading the word about my tanning biz, Davis has to be in school.
6. Work. Praying that I can get up and started in my area sooner than later. It's so important to me, and I really enjoy what I do. Hopefully other people will feel the same way.
7. Our house-praying that everything works out for this house. Because this house is my DREAM home! Everything from the exterior to the kitchen. I love it and can't wait to be in it.
8. I just need to breathe, pray, and know that everything will fall into place as it should. Okay, I got this!!!!

 

Don't forget to link up on Monday with Kelly & I. Next Monday's question is what is your-What is your style best summed up as? Classic, trendy, or modern? What is your typical go to outfit? What is one beauty product you can't live without?

Hope to see you Monday!!!

BIG News!!

I have been rather MIA again this past week. But I have a pretty good excuse. I have launched my mobile airbrush tanning business and can't be more excited about it! If you live in the Tulsa area, or know someone that does, please help me pass on the word. Since we have been here for about a month, I'm hoping to get the word spreading fast. Before when I was doing this, I never thought to get my own website, etc. Now, I figured, why not! I absolutley love it!

Be sure to check out my facebook fan page for specials and deals. My website can be found here.

Grab some girls and have a fun tanning party! When you host, you tan for free. How can you pass that up? So, help me spread the word about Beautifully Bronzed!

I know, you can tell I'm just a little excited! Insert HUGE smile!