I am taking party in #UBP 12 this year (The Ultimate Blog Party). I stumbled across it last year and participated - you can see my post HERE. Enter using the rafflecopter form below to WIN $25.00 via paypal!
My name is Ashley, and I am a 30 something woman. I have 2 boys - Julien is 4.5, full of spirit and definitely knows his own mind. He is in half day JR kindergarten, and he absolutely loves school.
Kyle is 20 mths, a little devil - that is for sure. He knows what he wants and when he isn't happy he is sure to let you know. He seems so much older than his age, and I am not 100% sure if that is because of his personality or because he is a 2nd child. I hope you will settle in here for a little while and peak around getting to know me!
I have never been one that is hugely into parties; I am a home-body and would much rather have 1 or 2 friends over than attend a HUGE party. We do host a few good sized get togethers every year (a boxing day party and a Canada Day party!)
I am looking forward to partying with all of you during UBP12 though! I will grab a glass of wine when the kids go to bed and plan on visiting lots of blogs throughout the week!
Interested in a giveaway? click here and here for your chance to win - and scroll down further for my UBP CASH prize!
I will leave you with a picture from the best party of my life - February 4, 2006 - my wedding day!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Love that picture of you and your hubby! I've never heard of the UBP until now, I'm checking it out as soon as I leave here. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteit's a great way to discover new blogs and win some prizes along the way!
DeleteThanks for sharing! I agree - my wedding is definitely up there for one of my best parties!
ReplyDeletewe still get comments, 6 yrs later that it was the most fun they have had at a wedding....
DeleteSounds like fun! I feel like I am a part of a blog party everyday with the amount I read but it's nice to have a structured event. Also, I hope I never forget the party that was our wedding day, so much fun!
ReplyDeleteyes - you are all over the web these days! Weddings are awesome...we are pretty much finished over on this end - 1 friend is getting married in December but that's about it...
DeleteI'm going to have to go check that out!
ReplyDeleteit's fun - they have a few live events (twitter parties and what not) and lots of prizes to be won (I won some energy drinks last year)
DeleteSuch a nice pic! Have so much fun at the UBP!
ReplyDeletethanks for checking out my post!
Deletefun! I didn't hear about this until it was over last year. can we post before the 13th then? is this the one you will link up?
ReplyDeleteyep - this is the post that I will link up (I think the link will open on the 12th)
DeleteGet up early to get linked up. Often the server has crashed with everyone trying to link up. I don't think I am getting in on the UBP this year....but, you just never know!
ReplyDeleteYes, I read that last year is the only year it hasn't crashed - crazy how that can happen for an event like this!
DeleteBlog party? Sounds pretty cool. I'll have to check it out. Beautiful wedding pic! I have to say our wedding was the best party I've ever been to too :)
ReplyDeletethe UBP is lots of fun!
DeleteI participated in this years ago, thanks for letting me know it's happening again! Nice to MEET you as well. I love looking at bloggers wedding pics, I don't know why!
ReplyDeleteI love looking at wedding pics too!
DeleteI've never heard of UBP. I'm going to have to check it out! Beautiful wedding photo btw!
ReplyDeleteHave fun checking it out!
DeleteOk, that is way too sweet. I love your picture!! We all need a reminder of that day every now and then... thanks :)
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for dropping by by site, too! Boy, can I relate to a 2nd, strong willed child - my son is 19 months old and sounds A LOT like yours!
Have fun at UPB12!
thanks for visiting!
DeleteHi Ashley!! Thanks for visiting my party post. It's nice to meet you!!
ReplyDeleteMy UBP12 Links
Life Less Brooke Would Be Ordinary
Tell Me A Yarn
The Bluestocking Guide
Thanks for visiting over here! Have fun partying!
DeleteThanks for stopping by OneSmileyMonkey :) I love that photo of your wedding! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWill definitively bookmark your site!
http://www.onesmileymonkey.com/2012/04/ultimate-blog-party-2012-win-over-9400-in-prizes/
thanks for visiting me here at Tales of Mommyhood!
DeleteHopping around from UBP12 and following. Lovely wedding photo!
ReplyDeleteJessica @ At Home- Take 2
thanks for visiting! On my way to check out your site1
DeleteI need a new coffee maker so I'd use this money for that. Janette
ReplyDeletegood luck!
DeleteJust dropping by from The Ultimate Blog Party I am looking forward to networking with you and getting to know you better! I hope you have the opportunity to visit our blog! http://www.thehealthymoms.net/2012/04/ultimate-blog-party-2012.html
ReplyDeletethanks for visiting! I will head over and have a look around your site!
DeleteWell if you are not into parties, then an online party is perfect for you ;) Glad you are participating. I am visiting all the blogs in the linky that end in a 4 (since I am 104 on the list) and I am glad you are in that category. I love $ prizes :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for offering the giveaway.
Enjoy hopping around in the UBP hop.
Here is my UPB12 post:
Long Wait For Isabella
thanks for stopping by - have fun with the rest of the party!
DeleteI am expecting baby #2 - a boy. So I need baby boy gear. It would go towards that.
ReplyDeleteI would use the money towards a new bag. Love your wedding photo, very beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAmanda S
New follower from UBP! Love your blog :)
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thanks for stopping by - on my way over to party with you!
DeleteMy wedding was the best party of my life too! Great photo!
ReplyDeletethanks for visiting!
DeleteThanks for stopping by and commenting! I'm following on twitter now! Happy UBP12!
ReplyDeletethanks for visiting me! and for the twitter follow - I will be sure to follow back
Deletewhat would i do with the money? I'd use it for my paperbackswap account! I love to read and swap books on paperbackswap.com
ReplyDeleteGreat photo and it sounds like you are a busy mama!
ReplyDeleteWhat would I do with money? Buy diapers lol
thanks for visiting - and yes, they keep me very busy!
DeleteWell, congrats on 6 years and 2 months of marriage :) As a mother of only one child, it always amuses me how siblings can be so different. I'm sure your two boys keep you busy! Great meeting you through UBP!
ReplyDeleteTerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs
thank you for stopping by my party!
DeleteI'm a home body too. So glad you shared the link for this post so I could get to know you a little more.
ReplyDeleteJessie at JessieGunderson.com
Thanks for finding me. Money? I'd take my hubby and I out to dinner!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to getting to know you!
Thanks for stopping by my blog. Looking forward to reading more about you and your family
ReplyDeletethanks for visiting - hope you enjoyed your visit!
DeleteI am a home body too ;) What would I do with the money? Likely put it towards my coffee fund ;)
ReplyDeletethanks for stopping by for the party.....hope your enjoying yourself!
DeleteHi Ashley, so nice to meet you. I am a homebody too, not into large parties, perhaps small gatherings. Thank you for stopping by my blog. I am looking forward to your posts & hope that we'll remain connected, have a great weekend. Enjoy the party.
ReplyDeletethanks for returning the visit!
Deletelove this post ;) thanks for the opportunity !
ReplyDeletegood luck - thanks for stopping by TOM
DeleteWhat a beautiful bride you were! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Nice to meet you! :)
ReplyDeletethanks for popping by!
DeleteThank you for visiting my blog today!! What a great contest and a great blog you have - I am a new follower. With the $25, I would definitely buy something fun at Target!!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to meet you, Ashley! I'm Michael from adaddyblog.com. I was already following you on Twitter, of course, and "liked" you on Facebook, too. So happy to connect with you via UBP12. Hope you are having a super weekend!
ReplyDeleteI'd buy my son a special treat
ReplyDeleteThis is my first year participating in the party, and I enjoy reading new blogs! I have a 19 month old son, and he also has a "I want it and I want it now!" attitude. :) Since having him, I have become somewhat of a home body myself.
ReplyDeleteI also entered your giveaway. I would use the money for Reviewer's Retreat in June. It would come in handy for gas!
I would get a manicure
ReplyDeleteHello! Thanks for visiting my blog! Your boys are 2 cute! I love giveaways, so I will definitely follow your blog by one of the options you have! See you around the blogistsphere!
ReplyDeleteHey there! First I would like to thank you for joining my blog! Really appreciated :) Second, I am happy we have connected thru the UBP12. I can't believe the interesting and charming people you meet thru these events.... although it was my first one so now I am REALLY looking forward for the next ones! Other than, that, I'd like ot tell you how great your blog is and how you're doing a great job! I recognized myself when you mentioned grabbing a glass of wine and navigating thru the blogs one at a time!!! ;) Anyhow, hope we stay in touch and looking forward to your posts and tweets! Take care!
ReplyDeletethank you so much - I have met a few great people from blog hops and the like!
DeleteI am here as part of the Ultimate Blog Party please come and join our FREE blogger event. We are giving away a Kate Spade Pursehttp://madamedeals.com/ freebloggereventkate/... or come and win an ipad3 www.madamedeals.com/contests
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ReplyDeleteStopping by from UBP! New follower! Stop by when you get a chance!
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If I were to win an awesome prize like this, I would put it towards purchasing a Kindle Fire. It's my dream to own one, but they're expensive. THANKS for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI would use it toward paint for my house
ReplyDeleteI would buy groceries with it.
ReplyDeleteLaura Snookie_poo@hotmaildotcom
Hi Ashley,
ReplyDeleteI found you through the UBP 2012. Unfortunately I got to the party on the last day of the event but I'm staying awhile longer so I can meet more bloggers like you:). I'm a new blogger and would love to have you stop by for a visit. I blog about life, family, chaos and the coffee that keeps me going through the day. I like your blog, especially your wedding picture-such a happy couple!