You're Invited to the Ultimate Blog Party 2009
First a winner from Wedding Warrior.

Then, a winner from The Verdict.

Finally, a winner between the two. #40 wins.

Congratulations to #40 Whimsical Creations!


~Let's Join the FUN. CLICK on one of the pictures!~
All the action is happening on Twitter (@5minutesformom)


Yeah, I know, your daughter wants his number. Just kidding. Lighten up!
Doesn't the last pic remind you of Ben Stiller in Zoolander?


Surfer by day. Stud by night. Holla!

Then, a winner from The Verdict.

Finally, a winner between the two. #40 wins.

Congratulations to #40 Whimsical Creations!
~Let's Join the FUN. CLICK on one of the pictures!~
All the action is happening on Twitter (@5minutesformom)
I just had to know what all the buzz was on Twitter. I kept seeing the hashtag #ubp09. In case you're a bit challenged like myself, it stands for (DUH!) Ultimate Blog Party 2009. If you visit the site 5 minutes for Mom, you too will have the opportunity to hang with some of the greatest mommy bloggers out there. There are friends to be made and prizes to be won. I suggest you go visit................. riiiiiiiiiiiight............NOW!
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MY TOP 10 PRIZE PICKS (in no random order):
USC 38 — eenamaria All Night Clubber in grey ($39 value) plus a $20 Macy’s gift card
Provided by: 3Ps in a Pod
USC 22 — 1 Free Amber Alert GPS child safety unit with one year of service.
Provided by: Amber Alert GPS
USC 32 — Win a Core4 Weight Loss System and Omron Pocket Pedometer!
Provided By: Core4 Team Global and Success Aligned
USC 66 — $50.00 Gift Certificate to the online maternity and baby boutique, Madre Gear.
Provided by: Madre Gear
USC 56 — 1 (One) $25 Gift Card to Target
Provided by: Full Circle
USC 51 — Two Flipper Toothbrush holders
Provided by: Cupcake Cuddles
ns and to view a cute demonstration of how it works.
USC 48 — choice of any woman’s hat in my etsy shop up to $25 in value
Provided by: Jaybird Designs
USC 47 — $25 gift certificate from Amazon.com by Shoshana of Just Say these Words
Provided by: Just Say these Words
USC 45 — Pair of shoes from Eleven Collection Spring/Summer 09′
Provided by: Wishing Penny
USC 40 — Large Yankee Candle Jar
Provided by: Tina at Our Front Porch Looking In
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Okay, welcome back to my party. This is the part where I introduce myself and tell you all about my life. I'm sure you will expect something warm and heartfelt. You may even expect me to divulge some God-awful secret about my past. Well sorry Mommies, that's not going to happen.
You see, I am silly. I like to have fun. Like to make light of all the wrong situations. Did I mention my name is Keonte'? I have been called Kea, Keen, Keyonce, Chelle, Kega, Smith, Ke Lo Lo, and 'hey girl' (gotta love it). Are these enough options for you?
Out of all the names mentioned above, the name I love the most is MOMMY. I am the unconventional mother of one son. I often mention my goddaughter, Mariah, as my adopted child. No, I am not seriously adopting her, but I love her so much, I can't imagine treating her any less than my own. Kaden, my son, is my love. Although he suffers from the only-child syndrome, as I have for 28 years, I still find him extremely charming and overly caring in his young boyhood. Let me share a mini photo-shoot of Kaden when had LOTS of hair:
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MY TOP 10 PRIZE PICKS (in no random order):
USC 38 — eenamaria All Night Clubber in grey ($39 value) plus a $20 Macy’s gift card
Provided by: 3Ps in a Pod
USC 22 — 1 Free Amber Alert GPS child safety unit with one year of service.
Provided by: Amber Alert GPS
USC 32 — Win a Core4 Weight Loss System and Omron Pocket Pedometer!
Provided By: Core4 Team Global and Success Aligned
USC 66 — $50.00 Gift Certificate to the online maternity and baby boutique, Madre Gear.
Provided by: Madre Gear
USC 56 — 1 (One) $25 Gift Card to Target
Provided by: Full Circle
USC 51 — Two Flipper Toothbrush holders
Provided by: Cupcake Cuddles
ns and to view a cute demonstration of how it works.
USC 48 — choice of any woman’s hat in my etsy shop up to $25 in value
Provided by: Jaybird Designs
USC 47 — $25 gift certificate from Amazon.com by Shoshana of Just Say these Words
Provided by: Just Say these Words
USC 45 — Pair of shoes from Eleven Collection Spring/Summer 09′
Provided by: Wishing Penny
USC 40 — Large Yankee Candle Jar
Provided by: Tina at Our Front Porch Looking In
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Okay, welcome back to my party. This is the part where I introduce myself and tell you all about my life. I'm sure you will expect something warm and heartfelt. You may even expect me to divulge some God-awful secret about my past. Well sorry Mommies, that's not going to happen.
You see, I am silly. I like to have fun. Like to make light of all the wrong situations. Did I mention my name is Keonte'? I have been called Kea, Keen, Keyonce, Chelle, Kega, Smith, Ke Lo Lo, and 'hey girl' (gotta love it). Are these enough options for you?
Out of all the names mentioned above, the name I love the most is MOMMY. I am the unconventional mother of one son. I often mention my goddaughter, Mariah, as my adopted child. No, I am not seriously adopting her, but I love her so much, I can't imagine treating her any less than my own. Kaden, my son, is my love. Although he suffers from the only-child syndrome, as I have for 28 years, I still find him extremely charming and overly caring in his young boyhood. Let me share a mini photo-shoot of Kaden when had LOTS of hair:




Yeah, I know, your daughter wants his number. Just kidding. Lighten up!
Doesn't the last pic remind you of Ben Stiller in Zoolander?
Kaden has grown-up to be handsome boy if I must say so. Since this shoot (which by the way was done in the kitchen) Kaden has grown a mustache, talks with a deep voice, and towers over my 5'5" frame. Are you kidding me? This is absolute foreshadowing. He is still my darling 7-year old muffin, who I still attempt to carry to his room at night when he falls asleep on the couch, and nearly pull my back-out. Whew! That was a mouth full (or is it handful because I had to type it). Take a look at Kaden now:


Surfer by day. Stud by night. Holla!
Obviously someone had to help me create this wonderful offspring. That would be Ian. Kaden's Dad. My other love. The 'one'. My future husband. And of course, my baby's daddy (you know you were waiting for this one). We've been together since high school. Ups, downs, break-ups, make-ups, proms, sporting events, movies, mall, Ian and I have done it all. Here is my lovely Ian:

Check out his HALO.
Sorry, he's taken!


Check out his HALO.
Sorry, he's taken!
Now that I have introduced you to my family, let me tell you just a little more about me. I love to shop. It should come as no surprise because most women are wired with the 'shopping' gene. I like to find bargains more than anything. You will never catch me forking over high dollars for clothing. I just haven't crossed that bridge yet. And when I do, someone kindly pull me back. Thank you in advance. I also like karaoke. I love dancing. I am a huge Beyonce fan. My 3 cousins and I try to have dinner and a movie once a month. I am an only-child. I am also a Mommy's girl. My favorite colors are black, kelly green, and turquoise. I am a reality-tv junkie. I also have way too many accessories. I'm also done talking about myself, so I will leave you with these pictures of me:
I am so excited to meet new people in the blogging world. I have only been blogging for 2 months and I have learned so much. The friendships I have created are amazing. It is true, women do stick together. And I plan on 'sticking around' for years to come.
Since everyone is in PARTY MODE over at 5 minutes for Mom, I thought I would keep the same spirit going. I am HOSTING a GIVEAWAY. This one is for the man in your life. Sometimes we are so busy winning items for the kids, we forget to think about 'the MAN'. So, I am giving away:
I am so excited to meet new people in the blogging world. I have only been blogging for 2 months and I have learned so much. The friendships I have created are amazing. It is true, women do stick together. And I plan on 'sticking around' for years to come.
Since everyone is in PARTY MODE over at 5 minutes for Mom, I thought I would keep the same spirit going. I am HOSTING a GIVEAWAY. This one is for the man in your life. Sometimes we are so busy winning items for the kids, we forget to think about 'the MAN'. So, I am giving away:
A PAIR OF CONAIR® FOOT VIBES MASSAGING SLIPPERS FOR MEN


You need lots of enery to enter all these great giveaways for the Ultimate Blog Party 2009.
About the CONAIR® slippers:
- Soothing relief for Tired Feet at the push of a button
- On/Off Push Button on Side of Slipper
- Extremely Comfortable Faux Plush Lined Slippers
- One Size Fits All
- Plush lining
- Flexible sole
You need lots of enery to enter all these great giveaways for the Ultimate Blog Party 2009.
Here's what you need to do to WIN:
Leave me a comment on this post about anything. You can comment as much as you want a day. Simple enough right?! If you are a non-blogger, please leave your email address.
For additional entries:
Please leave a seperate comment for each entry. You have tons of opportunities to win. Contest ends March 29th @ 11:59 PM EST. I will pick a winner using Random.org. Winner will be posted and contacted by email. Winner must respond in 48 hours to claim the prize(s). Please follow all giveaway rules. Good Luck!
THE CASE: Networking with bloggers all over the world
THE VERDICT: Guilty

This post also appears on my other blog. Please visit Wedding Warrior for more posts.
Leave me a comment on this post about anything. You can comment as much as you want a day. Simple enough right?! If you are a non-blogger, please leave your email address.
For additional entries:
Please leave a seperate comment for each entry. You have tons of opportunities to win. Contest ends March 29th @ 11:59 PM EST. I will pick a winner using Random.org. Winner will be posted and contacted by email. Winner must respond in 48 hours to claim the prize(s). Please follow all giveaway rules. Good Luck!
THE CASE: Networking with bloggers all over the world
THE VERDICT: Guilty
This post also appears on my other blog. Please visit Wedding Warrior for more posts.
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ReplyDeleteHey Girl! Love your blog. Your son is a stud! My daughter would want his number! Come visit my party when you have time!
ReplyDeleteOk, so how cool is this site!!! Love the decorations and the posts. I totally want to win the massaging slippers for my hubby. Count me in! I followed you on Twitter.
ReplyDeleteThis party is super exciting. Check out my blog party at My Business Adventures. I'm also hosting a few giveaways this week.
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ReplyDeletejust dropped in for the blog party from Singapore. Love the colours on your site:)
Great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI am stopping by from The Ultimate Blog Party to check your blog out and say hello. What a great week we are in for!
Check out my place for your chance to win a LeapFrog Tag Reading System. :)
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Hi! I found you on twitter! Your son is gorgeous, and yes, I'm sure my daughters would want his number someday.
ReplyDeleteJust going from party to party to see how others are doing this blogging thing.
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My prize is #115 check it out!
Have a good weekend blog partyn’!
Popped in from the UBP...you have a beautiful family.
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ReplyDeleteHello! Poppin’ in from The Ultimate Blog Party…all the way from Queensland, Australia! G’Day! I hope you have time to visit my party soon.
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I am having a blast at the Blog Party. I am a new blogger, my first party. your son is adorable. I love his John Deere shirt.
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting me stop by for a bit. Have fun!!
Adorable son- with hair and without :) So glad to have found you blog via UBP. I'm following you on twitter and added you to my follow subscription list.
ReplyDeleteI just stopped by, blog hopping as part of UBP 2009. It is very nice to meet you. I have a blog at www.superfunmama.blogspot.com; It's a toddler learning blog. I'd love to have you for a visit! I am loving UBP! Have a magical day. I have a goal of trying to visit 150 blogs per day, whew! Let's hope the little one takes long naps for the next few days.
ReplyDeleteYou're doing GREAT for just a few months blogging! I enjoyed my morning visit with you and have a Marvelous Monday in Motherhood!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog! Your pictures are great..what a cute family! I've seen your profile pic on twitter before and you look JUST like a girl i went to HS with in it. In your other pics you don't look as much like each other..but still very similar! It caught me off when I first saw it! I thought it was her and I KNOW she doesnt have any kids!
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ReplyDeleteNice to 'meet' you. You have a lovely family and a really cute blog. Enjoy the blog party!
ReplyDeleteLove how you close your posts with the "case" & "verdict" - fun and original! Your little man is a cutie! Nice chatting with you on twitter too! Have a good day!
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ReplyDeleteoh and i hope i win those shoes for my hubs so i can borrow them. the one size fits all always makes me laugh though when it comes to him...his feet are size 14!
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ReplyDeleteHello. Just wanted to say hello and hope you are having a great party. Your son is adorable maybe he could date my daughter, though he'll have to wait like 50 years because she's not dating EVER. LOL. Any how. Nice to meet you and I hope you can swing by my party too.
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I just found your blog after seeing a tweet. Love it!!! nice to meet you. My daughter dropped a piece of raw spaghetti in my keyboard so my cap lock on the left side doesn't work, now and then. TMI? If you see odd caps, that's why! Thanks for the giveaway!
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ReplyDeleteI'm still just blog hopping through the Ultimate Blog Party link list. I didn't want to miss out on any blogs... but I just ran out of party time. So... I'm still working my way down the list... even though the party is technically over.
Stop in on my blog if you've got a minute! Or... if you're still up for a party post... you could stop by my party anytime!
It would be a hoot to see Ty wear these.
ReplyDeleteThis blog makes me realize the energy of words and pictures. I am grateful that you let us look in! Keep coming up with ideas.
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