Got a quick question for you! Have any of you ever ordered one of those BLURB blog books? I would love to create a book of my blog posts for my girls and was curious if anyone had ever done so. If you have, was it worth the money...were you happy with it? I'm still learning about this sort of thing, so is that the only way to save your posts...in book form?
Also, next Wednesday is going to be the last day of school for my girls. It's going to be a wild several days! On Sunday, we have Brittany's track and field cookout to attend. On Monday is Abby's final choral performance of the year. Then, of course, cross country practice starts back in full swing. Oh, I'm exhausted already! It's going to be so nice to have my girls home, again, AND to be able to sleep in past 5:15 AM! With Brittany becoming a senior, this summer is definitely going to be bittersweet. Now, with it being so crazy next week, I thought I might try something I've seen other bloggers do. I'd love for you to submit one or more questions (via comment or e-mail) for me to answer next week. It can be about anything and everything, just keep it "clean". So, put on your thinking caps and feel free to ask away! We'll call it..."Everything You Wanted To Know About ME". Should be fun!Before I go, I'm going to share a few picture we took on Mother's Day when we went on our picnic...
Here's Brittany...her eyes look a little sleepy from rolling in at 3 AM after prom!
Here I am with Abby after she gave me the sweet card she made! What a perfect Mother's Day I had, surrounded by those I love more than anything!
Have a fantastic weekend, everyone!
Have a fantastic weekend, everyone!"Most of us are so busy doing things, regretting other things, rushing around and planning for other moments, that it sometimes seems as if we lose sight of the moment we are really in-this one!"~"Don't Sweat the Small Stuff"
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Oh she does look tired!
haven't heard of that book. Sounds pretty cool though.
I was thinking of doing a blog book at my one year...it sounds wonderful! Let me know, how it goes when you do!!!
My links to my Favorite Blog are working...thank you for letting me know!!!
Have a great weekend!
sandy toe
poor girl she does look tired! cute pictures though. i've not heard of that book, i think i'm going to look into it!
The end of school year is so busy! I can't wait to sleep in too and spend more time with ALL of my kids!
thanks for checking in on me while my neck was so sore!!! you are a sweetie!! i'd love to know how you felt when you knew you were going to have your first baby... how'd you find out, were you trying, was she a surprise? oops thats more than one question but im nosey :).
I didnt even know those books existed! Now I'm all curious!!! Let me know what you find out & if you get one!!
I never heard of that Blurb blog book but I would like to know! Sounds like a great momento to have!!
Okay...let me think of a question here...keeping it clean...ha,ha!
Who's more the disciplinarian and who's more the softie between you and your husband when it comes to the girls?
Have never heard of a book for blog postings. I would think you could make a scrapbooking type thing with printed out posts from your blog - it could be done up real cute, with 3-D flowers and other goodies that the scrapbook depts have for sale now. Just a thought...
Do you think it is important for a mom to stay at home after her children go to school?
Do you have a housekeeper?
Do you live close to family or far away?
How do your keep your family dinners at the table TOGETHER with all your kids' activities?
Inquiring minds want to know!!!!!
Love,
.mac :)
I'm SO ready for summer. I bet ya'll are too! I can't wait to read your Q&A. My question is - when you were young, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy...I know you will.
That was great!
Ok here are some questions for you.
What has it been like having a teenage girl when it comes to boys?
How did you meet your hubby?
Your most embarrassing moment?
Favorite song.
Favorite vacation destination and why.
Fondest memory with each of your girls.
What do you think you will be feeling as hubby walks Britt down the isle?
What do feel so far about Vlogemotions? Is it therapuetic for you, still make you nervous, etc.
What is your favorite blog carnival? Oh sorry, I already know the answer to that one. LOL
Love and Prayers as Always,
Tim
i've never heard of that book-thingy, but why take a blog and put it into a book? Where's the blog going? I mean can't your girls reference/read that in years to come?
OK questions, let's see!
What is your favorite TV show?
How did you choose your girls' names?
I saw a glimpse of Bella (your dog) in your vlogemotion video and would LOVE to have one just like her...where did you get her and why did you choose that particular breed and how is she to have as a pet overall?
Have not heard of the blurb, but I am curious...
How do you keep your skin looking so awesome?
you have beautiful and sweet daughters. and you're so gorgeous, april. seriously.
Beautiful girls, they get it from their mama!
I have a couple of questions for you!
1. How do you keep looking so young? You look fabulous, and I want all your secrets!
2. I see you've lived in several different states. How has that affected/changed you and your children/family.
Have a great weekend!!
I'm looking forward to summer break too. We are done today! Woo hoo!
I (think) I have heard of the book. But it was just in another blog. So, I am no help as to whether or not it was worth it.
Questions...
1. What beauty product do you use that is an absolute MUST HAVE!
2. What do you like to do to make your spouse's day easier?
3. Is there something you use to do as a child/teen that you would NEVER let your children do?
Hi April
I was wondering about those BLURB books too so I'll be interested to see what responses you get.
Hugs, Rhondi
Love the pics :) I'm glad you had such a wonderful Mother's Day!
Sounds like you got a busy summer coming up! Congrats on Brittany becoming a senior! It's going to be a fun year for sure!
Hi April, :)
Your kind visits always warm my heart.
Thank you so much!
I did know that you and Kelly were related. When she first had Harper and you had it on your blog to pray for them is how I found my way over to hers.
I enjoy reading about sweet Harper. They are a wonderful family.
Your Mother's Day looked really fun! What a pretty card that Abby made for you. Your daughters are gorgeous! Woohoo for summer vacation!
I'll have to think of a question and get back to you. Hmmmm....:)
Have a blessed weekend my friend.
~Melissa :)
I forgot...I don't know about the book but I have heard about it.
I'll ask my sister and let your know. I believe she's mentioned it before. :)
What's your favorite pie?
Are you scared of Queen Bitty?
PLEASE LET ME KNOW ABOUT THE BLURB BOOKS-
I also want to do one!
I can't remember now which site I used, but I had a book made up of my first 100 posts. My husband and son love it! I'll do it again, but next time I'll edit it down to just the stuff that I want to have in there for family (eg.. none of the I Heart Faces posts unless they're family pics, no posts sending readers to another site like MckMama's, etc). But I am very pleased and know that my boy will have a piece of me when I'm no longer here (not planning on leaving anytime soon, though!) I love your header.. gorgeous!
What is your favorite vegetable?
What is your favorite fruit?
What are 3 things you like about your physical appearance?
What are 3 things you like about yourself (not physical appearance)?
Have a fun next week...it goes by too fast...
I've never heard of a blurb book - or really any way to hard copy your posts....but I love the idea and would love to learn more!!
Let's see - a question: where do you see yourself/your life five years from now? maybe ten (but who can think that far!?!?)
Enjoy your weekend sweetie.
I've thought about the blog book thing too, but then again, I've thought about just copy and pasting all my posts into a word document and saving it that way - who knows.
Looking forward to reading all about you next week.
Have a great weekend.
Hi April, I linked here from Nicole's site. Thanks for the congratulations on winning her books. I'm excited about receiving them.
Saving blog posts in book form ... that is a good idea. I've only been blogging for 2 months now, but I have seen some blogs where the authors write devotionals every post. I've thought they would make good books. I saw Billy Coffey on your following list - he is one of them where every post could be a chapter. Tea With Tiffany would be another, The Things we Carried, and Girl in a Glass House. They would make good books!
I write material for the blogs, sermons, radio devotionals and college lectures, ocassional newspaper and journal articles. Most of what I write I save in WordPerfect so I can access it later. Much of what I write I try to get two uses out of. But I still like the book idea.
Your girls remind me of mine - exept mine are 20 and 16.
Take care and thanks for the nice comment on Nicole's blog. And, please feel free to visit Family Fountain (FF has short articles; Bible Fountain has longer ones for someone looking for material for classes or lessons).
Thanks,
WB
A friend of mine told me me months ago about something like this...printing your blog in book form. I don't know if it is free or not. Probably not...but I'll check with her and will let you know. She's a blogger too.
Cute pictures of you and the girls!
Have a great weekend!
I haven't heard of the blog book. That's a really neat idea!
I loved all of the pictures. It looks like you had a really nice day.
I think it's funny that now that I know what you sounds like; I can hear your voice as I am reading your posts. Isn't that the neatest thing?
Hi April
Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures from your Mother's Day picnic. I can't believe your schools fisnih next Wednesday. Ours do not finish until the end of July then we have a 6 week break!
I am looking forward to hearing your answers to all the great questions you have been asked. Here is my question, how did you decide on the lovely names Brittany and Abby for your two precious daughters?
Have a great weekend.
Lindsay
It's so nice to be back for a visit!!! I've been missing all my bloggy friends so much!
I'm so glad you had a terrific Mother's day! Your girls are awesome!
A question: What have you always wanted to try, but have been too "chicken" to. What would you need to be brave enough to try?
I have heard of the blog books but haven't heard anything either. But, girl you have everybody want one now....so you'll have to do a post on it once you find out!!!
Happy weekend to you!
I have heard of the blog books... but don't know exactly how they work. Digital scrapbooking... sounds great to me!
Your girls are soo cute!
Not sure what the book thing is that your talking about, but I'm looking forward to hearing more about it :-)
Sounds like you are going to busy, but isn't the end of a school year fun!
Thanks for coming by my blog.. isn't it fun to meet new people..
Have a great week!
Hi April, I have not heard of the Blurb blog book, but it sounds interesting.
I seem to remember you saying at one point that you will have to be making another move in a year or so's time. Is that correct, and if so, do you know where it will be yet?
I just watched your Vlog and you can tell we grew up near one another...we sound SO much alike! You're even a fast talkin' southern girl like I am! Love it! I also sing crazy stuff in the kitchen...even yodeled a time or two. Must admit to happy tears as well. Are we cousins??? ; )
Looks like you had a nice Mother's day...well, except for all that public crying in the park...lol
Hmmm...do you prefer GA or AR ???
The only person I know that did it was Scary Mommy. Do you know her. Her blog is very funny. She is not a church girl at all though. I still adore her! I am so glad that God allows us to interact with all kinds of wonderful people on the planet : ). That is a blessing indeed.
OK, here is my question: Did you ever think you would love blogging as much as you do? How did you get started?
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