Happy Cow Hip Bag Giveaway

From the moment I saw this Happy Cow hip bag, I was in love. I'm all about being hands-free, especially with two little munchkins running about. So you can imagine my excitement when the lovely crew at Happy Cow generously sent me one to review and give away!

My favorite thing: I have everything I need around my waist at all times. It has 2 pockets on the outside...I carry my iPhone in one of them and random odds and ends in the other. The main pocket is nice and roomy and there is enough room in there for my small wallet, one diaper, and a few wipes. There is also a zipper on that compartment...along with another zippered hidden pouch on the side that is against your body.

It's especially nice to use when we're going on a walk downtown, to the park, or when we're at a festival...the benefits of not carrying a bulky bag during these times are too numerous to count!

Plus, there just aren't many "fanny packs" out there that can even compare to this gem. In fact, just typing the words "fanny packs" makes me think of my band director in high school. :) His was definitely not as cool as this.

The only two things I have noticed is that it's a little harder to use in cold climates because it's kind of awkward under a winter coat. And, I haven't ever been able to successfully where it IN my belt loops. I think maybe my jeans are just weird. Or maybe I'm just weird. Who knows? ;) But it doesn't matter...I just wear it on top of whatever I'm wearing. It's especially cute with skirts and dresses.

The leather is amazingly soft and the best part is that it is made out of discarded scraps of leather from furniture manufacturers. They also come in several colors. My friend Alicia totally ROCKS the red one. *love it*.

Be sure to check out their other bags as well. I'm kind of in love with this one.

To enter the giveaway:

• Leave a comment...any comment. :)
• Post this giveaway to your Facebook or Twitter page.
• "Like" the Happy Cow Facebook page

Leave a separate comment for each please!

I will choose a winner randomly on Friday, April 1. Entries must be in by 12:00 MST.

Toast and Tea for my Magical Beings

Whew...this week has flown by and we're settling into the weekend.

Unfortunately, this week brought yet ANOTHER round of sickness into our house. Lucy reacquired the flu on Monday night. Just when we thought we were in the clear, Bella commenced her own "puke storm" (as Matt put it) at 4:30 a.m. this morning. Matt came home this afternoon with the flu as well.

So, right now I am thanking God for His mercy for every minute that I am able to stay well. So far, so good! It's funny...when we were on the road we NEVER got sick. And I mean NEVER. Serves us right for re-joining the general population. :)

We will be serving lots of toast and tea this weekend.

Much love to you all! xxoo

**P.S. These photos were taken BEFORE they got sick...in case you were thinking that my children were super human or something. Here they are in the midst of it (still smiling!)

Living Room Love

I know many of you have been patiently (and some not so patiently :)) waiting for more photos of our house in Longmont. We've been slowly making it HOME and I wanted to share a little tour of our living room with you. We have plans to paint the bedrooms and bathroom soon...and I will continue to post more photos as we get those rooms finished.

I love the fireplace and mantel! One of my favorite memories so far has been lighting the fire and snuggling in for the night with my loves while snowflakes came down outside. The Arian Armstrong print reminds me to be content and to remember that "where my treasure is...there my heart will also be".

Every time I walk into our living room, I get happy. :)

**You can click on these photos to enlarge them.