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Ultimate Blog Party 2008

Last year I missed out on The Ultimate Blog Party over at 5 Minutes for Mom, so I wanted to get in on the action this year. I thought it might be a fun way to meet new bloggers and I always love a little party.

First a little introduction, I am BeachMama. I love everything to do with the beach and the seaside, yes even the seagulls. I live in the ‘Great White North‘ and we are currently experiencing the worst snow storm since 1947. It isn’t over yet, so we do have hopes that some of it will miss us.

I have three wonderful kids. A, almost 16 is my Stepson and I don’t blog about him too much as you know, he is 16. J, my four and a half year old boy is full of spirit and highjinks. He started junior kindergarten this year and loves school so much he cried when he had to stay home two weeks ago with pink eye (which I know have). And Apple, she is six months old and growing stronger everyday. She is feisty and ready to take on her older brothers. She is already sitting up to play and trying to crawl, she snakes along the floor and laughs the whole way. What she really wants is to get up and walk, so it may happen earlier as opposed to later.

I have two large and feeling neglected with the new baby dogs. One Border-colie Lab who is 12 and a Siberian Huskey who is 8. They are dearly loved, but definitely feel the sting of not coming first on the totem pole anymore.

And last of all Hubby. A wonderful man who, without any formal training, will build me whatever I ask for (well, within reason). Playstructures and pergolas for the backyard (fence too) and right now he is currently finishing our basement reno.

A little tidbit more about me, I love to craft. I am working on my newest love, knitting. But, continue to sew and string together new fun little things from paper and wool. My project last week was a cake for J’s cake raffle. It went very well and I had a hoot making it. I am always up for a crafting challenge. I am also working on getting back to shape after baby and have been getting ready for a 5k in May. My recent illness has set me back a bit, but it won’t stop me in my tracks, I will get back to it in another week or so. I also love taking photos and always wanted to take my photography to the next level of professionalism. I work on it constantly and hope to get in a course or two in the near future.

Welcome to the party and enjoy your stay “…At the Beach”.

Categories: About Me, Party

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  • Morgan March 8, 2008, 1:13 pm

    Hi! Love the blog! I love to craft as well, although I’m more of a crocheting, I haven’t tried knitting! 🙂

    Have fun partying! 🙂

  • Mommy Brain March 8, 2008, 1:26 pm

    Just stopped by for some blog party fun! Life IS good at the beach! I also love to craft and my latest endeavor has been Wilton method cake decorating. It’s fun but way more time consuming than I’d thought. Your family sounds great! Hope you enjoy the party.

  • Cassie March 8, 2008, 1:44 pm

    I love the beach too…I am in East TN, sitting here watching the snow fall outside under my big snowman blanket wishing for spring….Have a great party!!!

  • Janice March 8, 2008, 3:26 pm

    I love the clothing line LIFE IS GOOD. I also just love that saying. Cute and fun blog, The party stuff is such a good Idea.

    Happy partying

  • Jay March 8, 2008, 4:27 pm

    Hey fellow Canadian! Sorry about the snow, here on the west coast its getting to be more like Spring… maybe time to come out to our beaches! Party on!

  • Blessing Hill March 8, 2008, 5:04 pm

    Yes, the beach is wonderful! So relaxing and energizing at the same time. To lie on a warm beach right now would indeed be heaven. I also love to craft too. Great meeting you at the blog party!

  • Dominique March 8, 2008, 7:53 pm

    Hi BeachMama! Great blog party post 🙂 I also enjoy crafts and the beach. This is the furthest inland I have ever lived (1.5 hrs from the beach). You are welcome to stop in if you get the chance. Nice to meet you!

  • Secret Mom Thoughts March 8, 2008, 9:53 pm

    Happy partying.

  • Deb - Mom of 3 Girls March 8, 2008, 11:01 pm

    Hi! I’m a new knitter as well – it’s good to meet you! 🙂

    Happy blog partying!

  • Michie March 8, 2008, 11:19 pm

    Hi – I grew up on Cape Cod, so I was very drawn to your beachy blog name! Thanks for the party!

  • Judy @ In His Grip March 8, 2008, 11:57 pm

    I live no where near the beach as well. Just chekcing out your party and wishing I was at a party on the beach.

  • 180/360 March 9, 2008, 12:42 am

    I didn’t realize you had a stepson! And I can’t believe Apple is already 6 months. Time is flying….

  • Deborah March 9, 2008, 4:09 am

    I’m inviting you to party with me!

    Win some chocolate from my-sister-in-law and I…we blog about CHOCOLATE…me from Australia…and her from Michigan. Here’s the link: http://thechocolistas.blogspot.com/2008/03/ultimate-blog-party-2008.html

    What am I doing in Australia? I married an Aussie…and moved to Brisbane, leaving my family and friends and all the right-side-of-the-road drivers in America.

    Win a handmade pocket place mat from my blog Comfort Joy Designs. Here’s the link:
    http://comfortjoydesigns.blogspot.com/2008/03/ultimate-blog-party-2008.html

    Want to know more about life in Australia? Visit my A Cup of Joy site where I keep up with my family and friends in America. Here’s the link:
    http://acupofjoy.wordpress.com/

    Happy Partying!

  • Melissa in Mel's World March 9, 2008, 10:04 am

    Hey There…I would agree, life is good at the beach! I live down in Sunny Ft. Lauderdale which sounds great when you first hear that, but when you realize that it is perpertually SUMMER here you might change your mind. Ha!

    Your blog is so cute! Thanks for hosting a party here for us to come visit!

    It is so nice to meet you!
    Melissa in Mel’s World

  • Kari March 9, 2008, 7:40 pm

    HI!!!
    So fun to visit with you via the UBP @ 5M4M…the BEACH, yah!!! I would love to live at the beach…except your beach has SNOW? Oh dear. My husband is from Ontario, so nice to meet you ‘eh’! Have a lovely Sunday…happy party hopping!!

  • kacey March 9, 2008, 9:59 pm

    Happy Ultimate Blog Party! I’m a beach lover myself. A matter of fact, we’re getting ready to take 2 of the boys to Gulf Shores for spring break. I can’t wait. Even if it’s cold, I’m so going beach walking and collecting shells!

  • Stephanie V March 10, 2008, 1:32 pm

    stopping by

  • The Downtown Boutique March 10, 2008, 5:32 pm

    UGH! Pinkeye! I’ve had that, and it was NOT fun! I missed a week of work, and missed one of my favorite holidays…Independence Day!

    I hope you are feeling better soon. At least you can come on over to The Downtown Boutique and enter to win some fabulous prizes!

    BTW, I LOVE the beach too! I lived in New Mexico for 20 years (after having lived in Okinawa–yes, a tropical island, for three years!), and there’s not much water to be found there. Now, since I got married, I live in the Bay Area of CA and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! My hubby and I get a weekend by ourselves this weekend, and we will be going….yep, you guessed it…to the beach!

    Have a better week!
    Angie

  • kate5kiwis March 11, 2008, 2:37 am

    yippee zippee, you’re here!!!!!!!
    i know you are jealous of my sun and surf but i am looking at your snow with GREEN EYED ENVY BABY!!!!!
    looking so delish, it’s been twenty years since i went to the snow X

  • Stephy J March 11, 2008, 2:52 pm

    Say your site name and had to visit!! I love the Beach and lived in hawaii for 5 years and am now beached on the mainland!

  • Alyson @ 3 P's in a Pod March 12, 2008, 2:26 am

    Oh no…not pinkeye!!! We just finished that here, the whole family. IT is HORRIBLE!!! I feel so badly for you!!! Yay for you for participating nonetheless!

    As for the beach, we are gonna take our kidlets to the beach in May for the first time down on the Texas Gulf. IT should be lots of fun as well as quite the party itself!

    Get well and come by to see us at our blog – http://threepsinapod.blogspot.com/2008/03/it-is-never-too-late-for-good-party.html#links

  • Bahama Mama March 12, 2008, 8:40 am

    I can’t say I envy you all that snow – although who knows, maybe one day I will miss it. I’m going back on your site to look for piccies of your kids. Come and party in the Bahamas – we have lots of beaches.

  • Felicity March 12, 2008, 7:14 pm

    Hi there… nice to meet you… have a great day… party hearty… take care and don’t be a stranger… from an Aussie in the US…

  • Ivan Girl - Dear Me March 13, 2008, 2:51 am

    hey, welcome to the party and hope you’re having a blast. Do call me Ivan Girl and I’m from Manila, Philippines.

    I love your blog. 🙂 Pleased to meet you! Will definitely visit you again.

    Do stop by my blog and join me for the party… 🙂
    UBP 2008

    Have Fun!

  • storyteller March 13, 2008, 1:20 pm

    It’s nice to meet you. I live at the beach too, but in Southern California and the weather’s been great (though today it’s overcast and smells like rain). My 3 year old Lab wants to play with the puppies … and promises to be gentle. You can bring them along if you drop by Small Reflections and check out my party post here:
    http://smallreflections.blogspot.com/2008/03/ultimate-blog-party.html
    I’ve not yet learned how to create a ‘sticky’ post so it’s no longer at the top.
    Hugs and blessings,

  • Toni March 13, 2008, 1:53 pm

    I would love to be at the beach right now, so thanks for the beach party!!!!

    If you get a chance stop by my land locked party!!!

    Toni

  • Wani March 13, 2008, 3:17 pm

    What a fun blog! Thanks for joining in the party this year! C’mon over and check out the party at my blog!

  • Heather* March 13, 2008, 3:28 pm

    I am delighted to meet you. Just stopping by for your beach party!! Thanks for the invite. good luck on your 5K! That is fantastic. I too am still working on getting back in shape – I have an 8 month old. I shouldn’t take this long….best of luck to you.

  • MaryBeth March 14, 2008, 8:10 am

    Did someone say beach?? I’m there! You yard looked like ours did a couple of weeks ago. YUCK, I hate the snow! Stop by and visit my party if you get a chance!!

  • Butterbean March 14, 2008, 8:20 pm

    Living life with the beach attitude would make the world a better place! Hope you’ll swing by my party!

  • Storm April 8, 2008, 9:41 pm

    Still hopping from blog to blog… my goal is to post at each blog at least once. Nice to meet you. Happy blogging!

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