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Friday, April 9, 2010

Ultimate Party 2010!!

Ultimate Blog Party 2010

I decided to do a little vlog to introduce myself "in person." It's the very first video I've ever done, so don't laugh too hard! My hubby says I look like I'm reading a teleprompter, but I promise, I'M NOT, I'm looking at my macbook screen! ha. Enjoy!



Yes, I'm a good ole' southern girl, but I'm sure you couldn't tell that from the video. Ha! My hubby, Jacob, and I have been married nearly 2 years. We have two chocolate labs and one precious baby girl.


After being told that we would never have children, God graciously answered our prayers and gave a us complication-free pregnancy and a beautiful little daughter. Lily Grace was born on January 1, 2010. I chose to have an unmedicated birth assisted by a midwife, which was the most amazing experience ever! Click here to read Lily's birth story.


I love taking pictures and if you stick around long you'll see lots and lots this girl! I am blessed to be able to work part time from home as an administrative assistant to the vice president of a large company. I absolutely love being a stay-at-home mom- it is the job I've always dreamed of!

There are some awesome prizes being given away at the Ultimate Blog Party! I would love to win:

10 – Young Living Essential Oils Stress Away Roll-On is a unique blend of vanilla, lime, copaiba, and other pure essential oils. Relieves daily stress, encourages relaxation, and reduces nervous tension. ($30 retail value)
Provided by: Oils For Wellness
Follow here: oilgirl2 or Visit Our Fan Page: Oils For Wellness


36 – The winner will receive 2 year-long magazine subscriptions…one to Taste of Home and one to Simple & Delicious.
Provided by: A Virtual Hobby Store and Coffee Shop
Follow here: bluestbutterfly


70 – $25 Kroger Gift Certificate
Provided by: Saidah @ A Proverbs Wife
Follow here: ProverbsWife or Visit Our Fan Page: A Proverbs Wife


If my top 3 picks are already chosen, I'd love any gift cards or anything related to babies or children.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Partying!!

51 comments:

  1. Hi! I'm popping in to be your newest google follower from UBP. And your 1st commenter! YAY! Come follow my blog and see how god has graced me with 4 kiddos and why I think God has a big sense of humor-or faith that I don't have yet. LOL

    Bridgette Groschen
    The Groschen Goblins
    www.groschengoblins.com

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  2. Oh Praise the Lord for blessing you with a little girl and the ability to have more time with her by working at home.

    I got a macbook in Jan. and love it! There are so many things to love about your blog. God Bless!

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  3. Hi Kelly, Thank you for commenting on my blog. You have a beautiful family. I really like to read your positive view of everything.

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  4. What a beautiful story! Isn't God good!

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  5. Hi there,

    Your daughter is so gorgeous. It's so nice to meet you and I look forward to reading more about you.

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  6. Oh WOW!!! We have a new Lillie born Feb 16!!! Isn't that funny?

    Just swinging through from the UBP10. Love your blog colors.

    Take care!!
    Dee

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  7. Love the southern accent! Fun to see you "in person"! LIly is adorable of course too! : )

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  8. It was great to meet you but I just want to see more of that precious sweetheart. She is a blessing. Isn't God grand? Congrats to you and your hubby on your sweet daughter on New Year's day. How fitting. I will be sure to stop by again. I came over cuz @blessedlife2 told me to!!! I am sure glad she did!
    @faithfamilyfibr

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  9. thats the cutest video!!! i love your southern accent!!! I'm a southern girl too, but I only have a slight twang - yours is awesome!!! :)

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  10. you are just too cute! I LOVE your southern accent. :) and Lily is beautiful! thanks for letting us get a peek at her. :)

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  11. Oh.my.word. You have the CUTEST southern accent EVER! And I never knew it! It's the "classic" southern girl accent that everyone would LOVE to have!! I can't believe I never knew that before!! :) Congratulations on your little girl! Isn't amazing what God can do when other people say it can't be done? :)

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  12. You're so cute :) In my head, when I was reading your posts, I would have NEVER pictured you with a Southern accent! I love it!

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  13. I LOVE this. Your accent is just precious. Lily is adorable.

    And you know I love your blog more than cupcakes.

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  14. awww, what an adorable family! Many blessings. Enjoy the UBP.

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  15. Congrats on your first vlog!

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  16. Your blog is cute and your daughter is PRECIOUS!

    Come by FTSN for a slice of peanut butter pie when you get the chance. www.fromthesamenest.com

    {Maria}

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  17. Your daughter is so sweet and tiny!!! :)

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  18. Lily's story is beautiful as is she! Stopping by from the party! Feel free to visit me here:
    http://frugalityinthemaking.blogspot.com/

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  19. Great to "meet" you! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Where are you from? Even though I live in Calgary, Canada now I'm originally from Alabama so I'm a Southern Girl at heart! I love your blog & may I say that you look AMAZING to have a 3 month old!!!!! Following your blog! Hope you'll come back and visit mine again soon!

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  20. Kelly, thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm so happy to meet you. Your sweet Lily is simply gorgeous. Isn't being a mom great? Hope you have a lovely weekend!

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  21. Since the pie wasn't ready when you came by earlier, we thought you might like a bedtime snack...

    http://www.fromthesamenest.com/2010/04/peanut-butter-pie.html

    Sweet Dreams! ~ Maria & Michelle @ FTSN

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  22. It's so great to meet you! You little Lily is beautiful! I love the flower headband!
    I'm following your blog now. Thank you so much for stopping by mine!

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  23. What a great v-log. Dropping in from the UBP! You are so fun!

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  24. Kelly,
    Wow, it's been a long time since I've heard your voice. Just like i told Myra, i don't remember you two having such a strong accent. I suppose time erases so many things.
    I sure am having fun at this "party". I hope do too and Lily looks so beautiful!

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  25. Hi, Kelly! Your blog is so pretty...and your little girl is adorable. :) Thanks for stopping by my blog, too! It's nice to "meet" you today!

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  26. Your little girl IS beautiful! God is so awesome isn't he? It's nice to 'meet' you--I'm stopping in from the UBP!!

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  27. Praise God for your sweet little Lily Grace. I also have a Lily and she is 6 years old. I adore the name for a little girly girl who one day will be a woman of God!

    Blessings and happy party hopping,

    http://missionalmamassoul.blogspot.com/

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  28. Kelly, thanks for stopping by my blog! God is SO good and congratulations on a beautiful daughter!! :)

    http://strobelshappenings.blogspot.com/2010/04/blog-party.html

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  29. Hi Kelly! Thanks for stopping by my blog! It's really nice to meet you! I LOVE your accent!!! (I lived in Alabama til I was 8 so southern accents are really special to me!) And your daughter is beautiful. Enjoy her and have a blessed weekend!

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  30. I LOVE the name of your blog. I think that your Encouraging verses are awesome. I am now following. Thanks for stopping by http://spottedsmiles.blogspot.com

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  31. What a fun blog...Party hopping and having a blast.....so many great blogs....I have a Fun $100 Gift Basket to give away and all it takes a comment.
    I am number....294 and 295.....Stop by and see me at either blog...Happy Saturday!

    Teresa
    http://teresa-grammygirlfriend.blogspot.com
    http://grammyababychangeseverything.blogspot.com/

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  32. Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm so glad you did so I could find you! Your daughter is precious and I cant wait to read more about yall!

    And, I could totally tell your a 'southern girl' from your family picture. Love it!

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  33. Nice to meet you kelly!! I love UBP too- it's my first one and I love it!
    Your daughter is gorgeous- what a blessing!

    Feel free to drop by party!
    http://lenatoewsdesigns.blogspot.com/2010/04/were-having-blog-party.html

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  34. I am your newest Google follower from the UBP! I love your accent and so thankful for your answered prayer of your precious little girl. Looking forward to reading more about your life. Here is my blog if you get a chance to visit: http://myfreshlybrewedlife.blogspot.com/

    Blessings!

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  35. Thanks so much for visiting my blog this afternoon!! Loved your Vlog - your little girl is adorable!! I'm so excited to get to know you better through your blog!! Have a great party week! =) (By the way - we don't have Sonic up here in PA, and I really miss it!!) =)

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  36. Hi Kelly. I am visiting your blog from UBP. I just started my blog this year and this is my first blog party. I read your sweet birth story and look forward to reading more of your blog!

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  37. I really like your video, and your blog! I hope you're enjoying the UBP 2010! I just started my blog a few days ago, so it's been great for me. (c:

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  38. You have a beautiful family! Stopping by from the UBP. Nice to meet you!

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  39. God can always do what mom can not my daughter was told the same fate when they gave up their own fight she got pregnant and you will find lots of pictures of my own princess

    Glad i found you at the UBP party

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  40. It is so nice to meet you at your blog! You have a beautiful family! I'm so glad you are using an Extravagant Grace button! What a blessing to share the Word with you! Feel free to stop by and grab more at www.extravagantgrace.net and www.especiallysimple.net!

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  41. LOVED LOVED LOVED hearing your voice! How fun! And to see your QUIET Lily Grace - just precious! Thanks for posting your vlog :o)

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  42. What a fun video! You did a great job. I think it's so awesome to do that. Maybe I'll have the ability to do that next year!! By a post you can't tell you have an accent. *grin* How cool that your DH is a professional violinist!! Fun to be able to go to concerts and such! Lily Grace is just beautiful. You are blessed!

    ~Mimi @ Woven by Words
    http://wovenbywords.blogspot.com/2010/04/ultimate-blog-party-5-minutes-for-mom.html

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  43. I think you're absolutely gorgeous. :) And Lilly is a little spitting image of you!!

    Found you from UPB10 and I love your blog! Following you now! I hope you stop by and follow us as well! Have a great week!

    http://theartsymom.tk

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  44. Hi, We have a chocolate lab too and my daughter is less than a month older than yours. Where oh where do you get the sweet hats/headpieces for her?

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  45. Adorable baby girl you have there! Nice to meet you! Stop by my blog when you have the chance!

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  46. Hi Kelly! Thank you for your sweet comments! I just love your family photo - I've lived in the North all my life but you three just look like the epitome of a happy Southern family! (Your dress is so pretty!) So glad you found me through the UBP. :)

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  47. Hi Kelly! Thanks for stopping by my blog, it's so fun to meet you! I love your blog, your layout is beautiful and so elegant! Your baby girl is adorable! I'll be following you for sure!

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  48. Just stopping by from the UBP at Five Minutes for Mom. I can't believe it is the last day! You have a great site. I would love it if you visited my blog and left me a comment! I'm looking forward to reading more and getting to know you better.

    Cascia
    The Healthy Moms
    http://www.thehealthymoms.net/2010/04/welcome-to-healthy-moms-blog-party.html

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  49. Stopping by from the UBP. Looking forward to reading more of your blog!

    Blessings,
    Lisa

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  50. Hi Kelly!
    I *love* your accent! I'm a northern girl, from Minnesota:) Praise the Lord for your wonderful miracle, Lily Grace, and you have the cutest picture of your family there! I will come back, but wanted to say I'm visiting from the UBP!
    Blessings,
    Wendy @ Faith's Firm Foundation
    www.faithfultojesus.blogspot.com

    I blog to encourage young wives and moms like you! So come by and give me a visit!

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  51. Hey Winner!
    You need these numbers to complete the prize form on the prize page - http://www.5minutesformom.com/ultimate-blog-party-2010-prizes/

    US10
    30 Kelly

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