Day 22 {A Bloggy Pet Peeve of Mine}

Ok so here I go with one of my extreme pet peeves in Bloggy land. Have any of you run into this problem before?

One of my very biggest pet peeves is the fact that any blog on blogland has to reach a certain "coolness" standard before it is noticed AT ALL.  No matter what you do, be it spectacular or fantastic, if you are not in the bloggy "in crowd" it is not recognized as cool. 

Let me give you an example.  {I may or may not know this "certain person" I am speaking of}

In the past couple of years a certain person I know has done a few projects that she thought were pretty cool.  She pinned them and pretty much got NO response...no repins or anything. She happened to be browsing through one of the "big" blogger's pinterest boards one day and saw her project pinned onto the big blogger's board.  The funny thing is, it had something like 30 re-pins!!  Another one had something like 79 re-pins. On her board, it had maybe 1 measly re-pin.

This happened to her quite often. 
Often enough to make her wonder about it.

Which brings me to my point.

How come a project has to be considered cool by a big blogger for anyone else to think it's cool?  I could understand if it depended on the what the project is, but when you work REALLY hard to make something cool, and YOU know it's as cool as another person's project but you get absolutely NO pins and NO comments, it can get a bit discouraging. 

I guess I am a bit different from most people.  If I think a project is beautiful, I love it no matter where it came from.  And I will pin it.  And I will comment.  I don't mind if someone's blog has 2 followers, if I see something I like on it, I will notice and acknowledge it. 

Am I the only one who has noticed this blogger phenomenon?  Or are there others out there who have encountered the bloggy caste system? {grin}

So there you go.  There is my rant for today!!  I can't wait to see your response.  Please let me know what you think. 

And make sure to stop by Story of my Life for her Blog Every Day in May Challenge

Trendy Tuesday #37

Welcome back to Trendy Tuesday!!  SO happy to have you here as always.

I'm still plugging through the Blog every day in May challenge.  I have to admit, I haven't made every single day, but I've been having fun and getting most of them in there.  How many of you like to write and participate in such challenges? 

Sometimes I forget that writing is actually a HUGE part of blogging.  It's really fun and writing is actually what gets me more in the mood to blog than anything. 

I loved the room makeovers that Simcoe Street linked up last week.  ADORE everything you do!!  Thank you so much for sharing your transformations. 

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Day 19 {Five of my Favorite Blogs}

This one is a super easy post because I adore SO many blogs I can't count them!  I actually get quite overwhelmed with them all and the content they carry because I can't ever imagine being able to do what they do.

It seems like every little thing they do even in their every day life is spectacular, and to me, that is a bit intimidating to say the least! 

I mean, how in the world do people have time to do spectacular picnics, parties, projects, and photography every day of their lives.  Totally flawless in fact.  I hardly have time to do the "normal" things that are required for daily living.

Well, I guess that's why I find them intriguing and worth "stalking". 



1.  Little Lucy Lu

One of my very favorite blog gals in the whole world is my bloggy BFF Bec from Little Lucy Lu.  She is my inspiration and I just adore everything about her!!  We became friends on blogfrog and have written and communicated ever since.  You see, we have SO much in common it's almost hilarious!  Bec is one of those people I just know I HAVE to meet someday in person.  We would be best friends, I just know it. 

2.  4 Little Men and Girly Twins

This is my "real life" bloggy friend Brittany from 4 Little Men and Girly Twins.  I adore everything about her.  She is SO creative and fun I could never keep up with her.  We share a lot of loves in common especially photography.  She has taught me a lot about photography so far and helped me purchase my first DSLR camera.  Brittany has 7 kids now and keeps quite busy as you can imagine!  She moved here about four years ago and I am so thankful to have her here.  I am always blog stalking her too....her posts are so creative and beautiful. 

3.  Story of My Life

No, I am not choosing this one just because we are on the challenge.  {grin} Jenni from Story of My Life blog is one of my new favorite blogs I read.  I love her writing style and how personable she is.  Her photography is amazing and I love her style!  I look forward to reading many more of her posts in the future.  I love this writing challenge she has given us too.  It's so fun to dig deep and write about things all of the way from serious to totally embarrassing!

4.  The 36th Avenue

Desiree' from 36th Avenue is one of the most talented individuals I have ever encountered.  I have never seen so many awesome ideas at once.  I can't believe how she keeps coming up with new projects and ideas to share!  She is one of the first blogs I check every single morning because she always has something new.  I love her house style SO much.  Maybe I can get her to come and decorate for me someday?  {grin}

5.  Project Alicia

LOVE LOVE LOVE Project Alicia!!  She is such an inspiration.  ADORE the simply beauty of her photography and just every single thing she does.  She is simply amazing!  If I could have it my way, I would just have this lady teach me everything she knows and I would be happy.  From her photography down to her gardening, I love it all.

Thank you so much to these ladies for being such an inspiration!  

I am linking up with Story of My Life for her blog every day in May challenge.

Day 16 {My Struggle With TMJ}

The Prompt for today is....Something Difficult about My Lot in life and what I'm doing to Overcome it...hmm, I wish I didn't have anything to write about for this one!

You may remember my struggle from my post awhile back about my TMJ {which I can't find for the life of me to link back to} but I am going to tell you about my "lot" one more time since it's the prompt for today.

I have TMJ, a horrible, painful, annoying jaw disorder.

My TMJ joints are "out of place" as it were and cause me a lot of discomfort, dizziness, off balance issues, headaches, and just plain feeling yucky.

Yes, I have been to dentists, cranio sacro specialists, chiropractors, physical therapy, massage therapy, all in the past four months.

I have been going to appointments once or twice a week and to tell you the truth I am pretty much going crazy!

I told hubby that I don't think I want another person to touch my jaw again for awhile!  Agggghhhh!

The worst part is that all of these people that are working on me keep saying they have never seen anyone as "bad" as me before.  {Awe, thanks people.  That really makes me feel better.}

Personally, I think that is just lack of education on their part, but it still kind of hurts when when the people who are working on you have no faith in your getting better either!

But...I am not quite ready to give up yet.  There is a specialist in Minneapolis {none around here in ND since we are in the boonies} and so that is my next thing I will "try".

I am hoping and praying that eventually something will work.  It would really be nice to feel good again. 

If that doesn't work there are a few "big" specialists around the country I could go to.  It's hard though since I am a mom and can't just take off and leave my kids all of the time.

If you have a minute, I would appreciate a prayer that something will eventually work for me.

Do you have something you struggle with?  I would like to hear about it.

I am sharing today at Story of My Life.

Guest Post {What Meegan Makes} Lemon Pepper Compound Butter

 I'm honored to be featuring a guest post today...Meegan from What Meegan Makes.   I adore her blog and her spunky personality! Thank you SO much for joining Sweet Little Gals today Meegan.

Hello all of you Sweet Little Gals fans!! I am Meegan from What Meegan Makes and I am honored to be guest posting for Sara today! Isn't she great! I just love her!!

 

I blog over at:

 

As you visit my blog, my hope is to help you be inspired, create timeless ideas, try new recipes and make your house a home.

I like to paint furniture, use vintage book pages, make crafts, and cook.

Today, here on Sweet Little Gals, I want to share a new recipe with you. It's easy and delicious for meat and fish.

{Meegan's Lemon Pepper Compound Butter}

Ingredients:

1 cube real butter (not margarine), at room temperature

Zest of one lemon

1 Tablespoon dried parsley, crushed in-between your hands to bring out the oils

3/4 tsp lemon pepper

Sea salt to taste

 

Grate your lemon zest into a bowl along with adding your softened cube of butter.

 

Using a fork mix the rest of the ingredients, until well blended.

 

Your butter will be very soft. Spoon it onto plastic wrap and roll into a log, wrapping it tightly. Place in a refrigerator for at least an hour. Or in the freezer for about 15-20 min.

 

(In this picture I grilled swordfish steaks)

Your Lemon Pepper Compound Butter is the perfect addition to any baked, grilled or pan seared meat or fish. It adds depth and flavor.

Keep it in your refrigerator for future use. It will last up to 2 months if tightly sealed.

Thank you Sara for having me today at Sweet Little Gals! You ROCK!!

I hope you will visit me sometime over at What Meegan Makes real soon!!

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Thanks again for sharing with us!!  So happy to have you here Meegan!

Day 14 {Ten Things That Make me Happy}

Wow, my first thought is "I have to narrow it down to TEN"?  I love so many things, it's really hard to choose.

So I'm just going to pick the first ten things that come to my mind.  Is that ok?

Here goes...ten {among thousands} things that make me happy.

1.  My family.  My babies. My friends.  All of the peeps that I love, make me SO happy.

 2.  Sunshine!  I love the sun.  I love how it makes me feel.  I love that I feel SO much happier when I am in it.  I am SO glad it's nice now.  We lived with winter for WAY too long.

3.  Pie.  I adore pies of any sort.  Especially rhubarb/strawberry pie, and pumpkin, and lemon meringue, AND every other pie I have tasted.  {Besides for cherry.  I hate cherry pie.}

4.  Books.  I wish I lived next door to a Barns and Noble bookstore.  I would love to live IN one.  REALLY.  Books are so much fun and bring such adventure and fun into my life!

5.  Pioneer type movies.  I love watching shows like Anne of Green Gables, Little House on the Prairie, Road to Avonlea, Dr. Quinn, and Christy.  {I know, all of the ones that everyone makes fun of.  Who cares?  I love em!}

6.  Flowers.  I love so many kinds of flowers.  I love to buy them and make up bouquets for my house.  Especially in the middle of winter.  They bring so much cheer to my life.  My recent favorite is tulips.

7.  I ADORE the color turquoise!  If you haven't noticed that around here lately, you mustn't have stopped by very often!  I love anything turquoise.  Turquoise makes me feel happy.  I especially love turquoise combined with vintage. 

8.  I love photography.  I love to take pictures.  I love to edit them.  I love to experiment with them.  Taking pictures makes me so happy.  

9.  Horses....I adore them!  I love to ride and let the breeze blow through my hair.  I love to write music while riding.  Riding is simply inspirational.  And dreamy.  Horses are dreamy.  

10.  I love the piano.  I love music.  I love to play.  I love to compose and write music.  Music inspires me with love and beauty and I love so many kinds of it.  I can never get enough of it.  Music is what keeps my life interesting.

Do you have ten things in life that make you happy?  Join in on the Blog Every Day In May Challenge over at Story of My Life.  I've been having a blast, how about you?

Trendy Tuesday #36

Welcome back to Trendy Tuesday!!  SO happy to have you here as always. 

I've been having fun blogging every day since I joined the Blog Every Day in May Challenge.  It's been a lot of fun and you can still join if you'd like!  I enjoy having something different to write about every day and it keeps the blog fresh and exciting with new stories.

I love this adorable DIY Cupcake Stand over at Nifty Thrifty Things.  So simple yet gorgeous!

 

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Day 13 {A Public Apology}

A Public Apology written especially to my house...for years of neglect.

Dear House,

I write this letter with my deepest feelings and my most sincere apologies for all that I have ever done to hurt you.  I don't expect you to forgive me, but I do want to let you know that I am truly sorry for all of the times I have neglected you.

I am SO sorry for leaving dirty dishes in the sink, sticky food on the counter, dried noodles on the table, and putrid leftovers in the fridge.  I know it is disgusting and I have no excuse.

I'm sorry for all of the times I've left toys scattered all over the floor and for the books that fall out of the shelves endlessly.  I feel so bad for leaving popcorn scattered on the carpet and forgetting to vacuum it up right away.  

I'm sorry for leaving the beds unmade, the laundry unfolded, and clothes on the floor.  I feel so bad for not being a better housekeeper.  I must try to do better from now on.

I'm so sorry for not sweeping the garage, not cleaning the shower, and leaving the bathroom sink filled with makeup, face wash, cotton balls, and tweezers.  I didn't mean to, honestly.  

But often time just gets away from me and demands that I do other things like um, take care of my babies, which I admit is one of my very favorite things to do these days.

I used to take care of you, and I truly do TRY to take care of you still.  It's just that I have neglected you so long, that I am thinking it will take a lot of time to renew our relationship.

Will you ever be willing to forgive me?  

All of my promises are so weak.  It will take me some time to recover and be able to pay attention to you again.  I will though, someday, I really will.  

I will have time again someday when my babies get older.  Until then, I will be found in the chair reading and rocking my babies to sleep.

Sincerly, 
A Frazzled Housewife


Join me in the fun Blog Every Day in May challenge at The Story of my Life.  It's a lot of fun!

Day 12 {What I Miss the Most}

Picking just one thing in my life I miss, is absolutely impossible!!  More than anything I miss all of my loved ones who are no longer here.  I can't even begin to describe the feelings I have when thinking of them.

I miss my pets that have died and are irreplaceable.  I miss the times at home with my family.  I miss my friends, and I miss my cousins.  I miss all of the times in life I can't relive ever again.  I miss them because they were so special to me and are what make me who I am today.

So...since I didn't have a chance to get pictures of everyone and everything together {because it would have taken months!}  I will focus on a time period in my life that I recently miss the most instead. 

College was one of the most awesome experiences of my life.  I majored in music education and the moment I stepped into the music department, I knew I was home.

I fit in SO well and everyone else was SO much like me.  It was like heaven.  Seriously.  I never wanted it to end.

Yes, there were hard times, and hard classes, and tough experiences that I had to go through.  I didn't adore every day I was there.  There were classes I could have done without.

But as a whole, I loved the college experience.  I loved that I lived right by my friends.   I could knock on their doors and run down to the Kwik shop for a late night study snack.

I loved that I could go to church right on campus.  I loved the praise teams, vespers, Bible studies,  and the spiritual experience that I got there.

I loved that college offers so many opportunities for personal and educational growth.  They are all around you.  You don't even have to go looking for them.

I loved that I could practice on ten different gorgeous grand pianos and daily pick which one I wanted to play.  I loved listening to my piano teacher jam late at night in his office.

I loved my janitor job at the music department, strange one I know, but so true.

I loved my night monitor job there too.  I loved that every time I worked I could hear ten different songs playing at the same time. 

I loved playing in band, singing in choir, and accompanying vocalists.

I loved meeting my hubby there, and all of the fun times we spent on that campus.

I'm so glad I had the opportunity to attend college.  I know that not everyone does, and I'm always so thankful that I did.

Anyone else here that loved college as much as I did?

I would love to hear about it.

And if you are enjoying these posts, join me in the blog every day in May challenge at Story of My Life. 

Day 11 {Sell Yourself in Ten Words or Less}

Hmmm...now that's a doozie.  We'll see how I can do on this one. Ha!

I am...
creative, loving, 
easy-going, loyal, 
friendly, caring, 
generous, sensitive, 
crazy, and sweet.

How about you?  I would love to hear how you sell yourself?  

Leave a comment and I'll come and check out your post.  PROMISE.

Also, hope you can join in on the blog every day in May challenge with me.

It's been a blast so far!