ramblings of a girl

Miracle Diapers is having a Pledge Party!

lilredheadgirl — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:26:39 GMT

Miracle Diapers is having a Pledge Party! Miracle Diapers was founded in Oregon in January of 2005 to fill a need. There were many families who wanted to cloth diaper their children for health, economical, and environmental reasons but could not due to financial restrictions. Due to the overwhelming response, Miracle Diapers decided to to open two more chapters by the end of that year. Now, under new management, Miracle Diapers is now in their fourth year of service and looks forward to expanding even further. Their goal is to someday have representatives all over the United States. Through this they hope to not only be able to serve thousands of families in need, but to be able to educate the public on today’s cloth diapers and therefore helping cloth become more mainstream. Why are they raising money? Miracle Diapers is raising money to pay one full year's worth of rent for an office and warehouse. They prematurely set a goal of $3000 (for lesser conditions), but they're hoping to surpass this goal to meet their need. The office is in a nice, safe location and it will only be $415.38 per month (for 13 months). That's less than $14 a day to give them the professionalism and volunteer safety that they need to be able to continue to help families, all over the country, put cloth diapers on their babies. Check out this link : http://miraclediapers.org/?p=246 for more info on their potential office as well as their current temporary conditions! No payment necessary at this time! You have 'til July 31! They've made the pledges do-able for everyone! They want to give everyone a chance to pledge and meet their own goal! Pledge cards are broken into 4 different tiers of $10, $25, $50 and the donation of your choice so that no goal is out of reach for any individual, business, or group. For each pledge goal you reach, they will send you a receipt for tax purposes! If you reach a goal, you can always pledge again! They know that their supporters have many things going on in their lives, business, etc., so they've come up with a great way to encourage everyone to obtain their pledge goal. Once per week, they will send you an encouragement email with your pledge reminder. It won't be pushy, just a little spirit booster! More party infomation: http://miraclediapers.org/pledgeparty

Are you a City Mommy yet?

lilredheadgirl — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 03:55:33 GMT

CityMommy of Seattle, Washington invites all greater Puget Sound moms to join our influential and supportive local community of moms under the CityMommy.com umbrella. We discuss hot topics and headlines on our online mommy-forum. We also get together to socialize, have play dates, enjoy exclusive discounts on area events and attractions, network and to make a difference in our neighborhoods and region by giving back and volunteering. We’re local working moms, single moms, stay-at-home moms, mom-preneurs, moms of kids with special needs, and moms helping-moms with everyday concerns , like: where to find a babysitter, where to get college scholarships, where to get more information on a product recall, how to save money, where to find the best products/services for our families. It’s where we go just to voice our minds on issues that hit home. Register today at http://seattle.citymommy.com/ (top right hand link) where you can: Win contests with great pizes (like products from local businesses like See Kai Run) Advertise your business for free on the first of the month Connect with other moms Foster amazing friendships Enjoy exclusive group outings and events Organize and attend play dates Find resources Plan your vacation with input from moms in-the-know Search our Mom-Approved Business Directory and nominate your favorites Find support for your cause Share photos Share videos Plan your weekend by searching our for area family/kids events calendar Find deals on your favorite products and grocery items Are you a CityMommy yet? If not, join us today and invite your friends. Not in Seattle? Check out www.CityMommy.com for your city! Don't see your city listed? Email at info AT citymommy DOT com

tribe pisses me off

lilredheadgirl — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:27:13 GMT

ok, change is good, but when the site is down more than its not and my friends are leaving in mass. tribe, you are fucking up.. i guess ill be around, but not as much *sigh*

Sebastian's Lost Blanket

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 23:32:51 GMT

Like a dummy I lost Sebastian's favorite blanket today. :( I have already retraced my steps and didnt find it. I am hoping it was turned into a lost and found where I was, but I doubt it. It is from Target, It's their jungle collection from earlier this year. It is no longer available. If you by chance have seen this blanket OR have this blanket and are willing to part with it, I would be forever grateful! I am happy to buy it or we can trade something cool. I am so bummed that we lost it! I took this picture today at Mom's group. *so sad* Nubs

I should be working but... Shemena posted a survey of one word answers

lilredheadgirl — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:31:38 GMT

1. Where is your mobile phone? Desk 2. Your significant other? Work 3. Your hair? Short 4. Your mother? Blonde 5. Your father? Retired 6. Your favorite thing? Sebastain 7. Your dream last night? Erikadelivered 8. Your favorite drink? Tea 9. Your dream/goal? Happyfamily 10. The room you're in? Familyroom 11. Your ex? Pilot 12. Your fear? Helddown 13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Debtfree 14. Where were you last night? Home 15. What you're not? Employed 16. Muffins? Scone 17. One of your wish list items? TriptoLondon 18. Where you grew up? Beach 19. The last thing you did? Lunch 20. What are you wearing? Birkenstoks 21. Your TV? Discovery 22. Your pets? Cats 23. Your computer? Mac 24. Your life? Busy 25. Your mood? Mellow 26. Missing someone? Daddysatwork 27. Your car? Needswaxed 28. Something you're not wearing? Sox 29. Favorite Store? Amazon.com 30. Your summer? Intense 31. Like someone? *giggle* 32. Your favorite color? Green 33. When is the last time you laughed? Thismorning 34. Last time you cried? Notsure

The Jablonski's are running for NF (well... walking....)

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 28 May 2008 00:11:51 GMT

Dear friends and family, This Sunday, June 1 2008, Alan, Sebastian and I, along with newlywed friends, Andrea and Derek Klobucher are participating in the NF Walk/Run at Marymoor Park in Redmond WA. I am here to ask you for your pledge of support. If you are in Seattle, and would like to participate, you are welcome to join us! For more information, please go to www.wsnfsupport.org Why are we running and walking for NF? Some of you may not know this, but I am affected by a genetic disorder called Neurofibromatosis. Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder of the nervous system which causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in the body at any time. My condition is fairly mild, but I do have an occasional flare up. (We do not yet know if Sebastian has NF yet, he will be tested this summer at Children’s Hospital, he has a 50/50 chance) For more information about NF, go to http://www.nfinc.org. Not in Seattle? Love to run marathons? A lot of you have a million miles on your tennis shoes! Let your passion for running fuel and strengthen the avenues that improve education, support, appropriate medical care, and valuable resources for those that live with NF. Check it out at www.run4nf.org If you would like to pledge your support for our little family, let me and I will put you in touch with Gemalee Morrison, our event coordinator, or you may contact her yourself at gemalee.morrison@marsh.com or at 206-546-1967 or 206-851-1167. Just let her know you are pledging for us! Thank you so much for your support. Some day we will find a cure for NF. Love, Kerri, Alan and Sebastian too! Ps Your generous donation is tax deductible! Please make donations payable to Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families (WSNF) Tax ID # 68-0592186 (Visa, MC and Amex are also accepted) You can mail them to: NF Walk/Run c/o Ginny Williams 23412 126th Avenue SE Kent WA 98031

AJ and Derek's Wedding

lilredheadgirl — Thu, 22 May 2008 17:49:44 GMT

My favorite PI reporter, Andrea James got married this weekend, to Derek Klobucher, on May 17th... It was a beautiful day for a wedding! Pictures can be seen here: http://isett.com/andrea.derek.mov I met AJ when I was a property manager in Seattle, she came to an open house for this tiny little cottage in Green Lake. Out of over 50 applicants, AJ was by far my favorite. So yes, I played favorites when choosing a tenant. A wise decision, because she's a lot of fun and I'm glad I met her! Congratulations Andrea and Derek, you are both FABULOUS!

I'm supporting Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families

lilredheadgirl — Thu, 08 May 2008 23:30:54 GMT

I'm supporting Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families, just by shopping online at over 691 online stores. And right now, my surfing can help too: when I visit online stores through iGive.com, it counts as an entry in iGive.com's Surfathon sweepstakes for a chance to win a $1,000 donation! They're giving away $1000 to 5 winning causes, every month for 10 months! I hope you'll join me for more chances to win - just join iGive.com for free and check out their stores. You don't even have to buy anything! If you do happen to make a purchase through iGive.com within 45 days of joining, iGive.com will donate an EXTRA $5 to your favorite cause! With over 691 participating stores, it's easy to find the things you need AND support a good cause. HOW IT WORKS: 1. Join iGive.com to support Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families It's free, safe, and easy to join. http://www.iGive.com/html/refer.cfm?memberid=566672&causeid=46483 2. Shop through iGive.com OR just surf their stores Their online mall features trusted online retailers like Lands' End, Staples, NORDSTROM, JCPenney, eBay, Expedia.com, Barnes & Noble, QVC, & PETsMART to name just a few! 3. Watch the $$ roll in for Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families! Up to 26% of EACH purchase is donated, plus a bonus $5 donation if you shop within 45 days. The more stores you visit, the more chances to win a $1,000 donation during the Surfathon! So, to recap: Join for free, shop within 45 days of joining, and you'll get an extra $5 donation, FREE. And even if you don't shop, simply visiting stores through iGive.com means more chances to win a $1000 donation during the Surfathon! This is a limited time offer - you can click the link below to learn more: >> http://www.iGive.com/html/surfathon.cfm ---------------------------------------------------- Use this link to JOIN FOR FREE and begin supporting Washington State Neurofibromatosis Families: http://www.iGive.com/html/refer.cfm?memberid=566672&causeid=46483 ---------------------------------------------------- MORE INCENTIVES for iGive.com Shoppers: -->FREE SHIPPING deals from great stores -->SALES & COUPONS to save you money -->VIRTUAL KARMA from supporting YOUR favorite cause -->$5 FREE donation when you shop within 45 days! I hope to see you at iGive.com soon. Kerri P.S. iGive.com would like you to know that all the causes at iGive.com have been listed by members for their own and others' benefit. They don't endorse the causes, and the causes don't endorse them. But I DO! So, c'mon, click on that link above.

It's all good

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:32:25 GMT

cuz Im cool.....

Sebastian loves his snuggly bear

lilredheadgirl — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 04:32:32 GMT

Sebastian got this little snuggly bear from his Aunt Nazire and Cousin Nicolai. Its quite obvious that he LOVES it.

Run for NF!

lilredheadgirl — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:37:19 GMT

Dear friends, Some of you may not know this, but I am affected by a genetic disorder called Neurofibromatosis. Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder of the nervous system which causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in the body at any time. My condition is fairly mild, but I do have an occasional flare up. (We do not yet know if Sebastian has NF yet, he will be tested this summer at Children’s Hospital, he has a 50/50 chance) Since many of you are active in the outdoors, I am asking you to support NF by participating in an NF Walk/Run in your area. It’s a great way to do what you love and raise money for NF too! Here in Seattle, the NF Walk/Run is at Marymoor Park on June 1. I am hoping to convince Alan to participate – which means getting all three of us up and in Redmond early Saturday morning! (I might have to have one of you without a newborn do this event for me!) If you are interested in participating in the SEATTLE event, please go to www.wsnfsupport.org for more information. Love to run marathons? A lot of you have a million miles on your tennis shoes! Let your passion for running fuel and strengthen the avenues that improve education, support, appropriate medical care, and valuable resources for those that live with NF. Check it out at www.run4nf.org Something else that is VERY EXCITING in raising money for Neurofibromatosis is The USA National Doodle Day Go to www.doodledayusa.org for the scoop. Pass the fun on to as many folks as you can. Bidding starts on eBay from May 8th - 18th. Proceeds go to NF, Inc. Bid on something special from Gillian Anderson, Candice Bergen, Jeff Bridges, David Duchovny, Ellen DeGeneres, Goldie Hawn and more! See doodles from singers like Davy Jones and Micky Dolenz from The Monkees, or David Cassidy... plus more. Check out best selling authors James Frey and Neil Gaiman, as well as Helen Thomas, author and award winning journalist. And yes... still more! A fan of Doonesbury? Along with other popular cartoonists, we have a doodle from Garry Trudeau, creator of Doonesbury. Please visit www.doodledayusa.org/ and be ready to bid May 8th. If you are unable to participate in these events but would like to donate to NF, please contact Gemalee.Morrison@marsh.com , a member of our Seattle group and she will assist you. Thank you so much for your support. Some day we will find a cure for NF.

Awwww moment

lilredheadgirl — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 14:48:57 GMT

:) Alan took this picture of us yesterday...

Snuggle bugs

lilredheadgirl — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 04:39:11 GMT

Prudence and her little boy, Sebastian. My cat Prudence is crazy protective of Sebastian. She gets worried when he cries, and loves snuggling with us in the mornings. Today, when i got up from the couch (we sleep there some nights when Sebastian is Mr McFussypants) she actually stayed next to him, giving me the opportunity to take some pictures.

update: ROUND TWO VOTING

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:30:15 GMT

Due to Website Issues the Baby Idol Round 2 Voting Deadline will be extended to 8:59am on FRIDAY 4/4 www.movin925.com YAY!

Please vote for Sebastian today - April 2 starting at 9am PST

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:39:09 GMT

YAY! The little man made it to ROUND TWO - The TOP 500! Just like before, please cast your vote for Sebastian J in Movin 92.5 Cutest Baby in Seattle contest!! Voting will begin 4/2 @ 9:00am PST and end 4/3 @ 8:59am PST. You can vote once every 10 minutes. The website is www.movin925.com and you are voting for Sebastian J - 9 weeks! You don't have to scroll through the pictures, just go through the list of names and click on his! The 100 babies with the most votes will advance to the next round of voting. The Top 100 will be posted in their groups for the next round of voting by 1:00pm PST on 4/3 Thank you everyone for your votes! We want Sebastian to WIN!

Sebastian J, the cutest baby in Seattle, ROUND 1: PLEASE VOTE ON 3/28!!

lilredheadgirl — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 22:31:20 GMT

ROUND 1: March 24th – 28th Voting on All Babies to determine the Top 500 3/28 – Babies S-Z (Voting will begin 3/28 @ 9:00am PST and end 3/29 @ 8:59am PST) The 500 babies with the most votes overall will comprise the Top 500 and advance to the next round of voting. Top 500 will be posted by 1:00pm PST on 3/29 Starting on Friday March 28, Please go to http://www.movin925.com/default.asp and vote for Sebastian to be the Cutest Baby in Seattle! He has some tough competition, so please vote as much as you can! You can vote once every ten minutes! Thank you for your support, not only are the prizes really cool, but they could also really help us out! Love, Kerri and Sebastian (and Alan too!) ps As he moves through the rounds I will update the voting info!

an adjustment with dr holly

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:04:01 GMT

I go see my chiropractor, Dr Holly Hochstadt at least twice a month, if not every week. Usually Sebastian is chill and happy to sit in his car seat or lay on a blanket on the floor. Not today. Today he wanted his mommy... and as soon as we put him on me, whammo! Out cold! I'm thankful Dr Holly uses a cranial sacral technique, or it wouldn't have been this peaceful.

the official entry

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:07:30 GMT

I decided to go with this photo, after taking over 100 pictures this morning. I tried to get him to laugh, but to no avail. He's a pretty serious kid for the most part... so here it is, Sebastian's Cutest Baby in Seattle entry. I'll post when its time to vote! I emailed it in just under the wire.... so hopefully we made it! XOXO Nubs

last one i swear

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:36:03 GMT

or this one

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:34:49 GMT

or this one

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:33:08 GMT

help me choose - Sebastian is the cutest baby in seattle

lilredheadgirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:13:08 GMT

last minute decisions for which photo to submit for the movin 92.5 cutest baby in seattle contest... which photo do you all like?!? please let me know! edited to add: sorry you cant read the print, it says i need help deciding and must submit the photo by noon pst tomorrow

Is Sebastian the CUTEST BABY in Seattle?

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:34:08 GMT

Last year, our cute baby friend Zuben was up for this nomination. This year, it maybe Sebastian's turn. I have to submit a picture of him no later than this Friday, March 14 at 12 Noon. All photos that I have taken of Sebastian are uploaded to my flicker account at : http://www.flickr.com/photos/nubbee/ I think I may use the "smile" photo in my previous blog, but there are many many cute photos to choose from! I may need your help to decide! With everyone's support, and of course a smashingly good photo, our little man can win! Here are the contest details: http://www.movin925.com/content.asp?crefresh=content&displayOption=&contentGUID={57D266F7-6B70-4820-A89F-193534C74B7A} And of course, the PRIZES: The Baby Crowned Seattle's BABY IDOL will win: A New Baby Room from IKEA! You don't have to be rich, just smart A $1,000 Shopping Spree at Hush Baby Children's Boutique! From Hush Baby Redmond & Hush Baby Gig Harbor Signature Portrait Session & a Canvas Gallery Wall Portrait from Studio B Portraits! A Gift Basket of Products from Biella by Ruth Michelle! Containing a year's supply of all natural and organic Biella Baby Products! Free Swimming Lessons from Kinder Swimmer!

family resemblance part 2

lilredheadgirl — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:36:06 GMT

i posted this about 1 1/2 years ago, with pictures of my nephew, Nicolai, and my brother (his daddy) Jan David... I've added Sebastian's photo from today.... Check out the smiles.. :)

the cuteness astounds me

lilredheadgirl — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:23:17 GMT

how can i not resist....