Every now and then, blogging makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside because I meet such great people who go out of their way to be nice and kind.  Before I ever started blogging myself, I followed several blogs religiously, for I loved their insightful content and amazing contests.  One of those blogs was Outnumbered 3 to 1.  Melissa does a phenomenal job in running this blog and I recently reached out to her for some much-needed guidance and expertise.  All I can say is that I was blown away by her generosity of both time and experience.  She's a prime example of why I'm so proud to wear the label "mommy blogger".  If you get a chance today, make sure to stop by and give Outnumbered 3 to 1 a read.  You'll be glad you did!  :thumbs up:

As you may or may not know from reading my blog, I have been a one-man show since its inception in February 2010.  I've found a true passion in blogging and I love having a forum where I can meet great moms and dads and discuss all things kids, parenting and shopping.

I'm also thrilled that in a very short time, my blog has grown like it has and I want to thank all of my readers from the bottom of my heart for your time and energy in interacting with both me and my blog.  :clap:

But the time has finally come for this workaholic to realize that I need to send in the troops.  I want to keep bringing interesting content and thoughtful, honest reviews to you, but there's only 24 hours in a day and I need some HELP!  Instead of scaling back and giving you less (which would stink), I've decided to amp it up and give more!  That's why I am adding a few new bloggers' perspectives to the mix around here and developing a Mommy Living the Life of Riley Blog Writing TEAM!

If you would like your original content and ideas to be featured regularly on my blog and become an official member of the team, then please follow this link and fill out the attached form.  Thanks so much!  :big grin:

I'm going to have to blame this one on a beautiful short story I read today in the classic book, "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" by Robert Fulghum.  I dare you to read the following and not tear up too!  :cry:

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 *** UPDATE *** Since everyone is being so kind and taking the time to vote for me, I will run a fabulous giveaway for all of my readers if I win, sponsored by ME!  Leave a comment here as to what kind of prize you'd like to have the chance to win! 

Hello there everyone!  I so hate contests that require me to ask you favors, but here I am!  :blush:  I just found out that I am in the running to win an eReader, but alas, my favorite quote from Aldous Huxley must receive the most Facebook votes in order to win.  So pretty please, with a cherry on top, could you please drop by and give my quote a vote?  

You are allowed to vote daily until August 4th, so anything you can do to help would be GREATLY APPRECIATED!  Thanks everyone!  Have a wonderful day!  :-)

As many of you may know, I rarely ever seem to take a break from my blog...I guess I'm a little bit of a workaholic!  But I wanted to let you in on what's been happening in my household lately, for things are beginning to get a little crazy and extremely hectic.  I've also recently discovered that I will be away from my blog for several days and I wanted to give you a heads up, in case you're not able to get in touch with me via my usual haunts (Twitter, Facebook or Email).  On July 12th through the 16th, I will be unavailable because...

(Can you feel the suspense building yet?)

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