My Photos (W/E 3-24-12)

For a few days last week, we had unseasonably warm weather for Massachusetts.  The temperatures hit 80 degrees at one point and now we're back to 40s and 50s.  Luckily, we were able to spend some extra time outdoors before the climate went back to normal.

Here are some photos of the children enjoying the balmy weather and being able to play outside without having to wear coats.  The first photo was taken by my husband.

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"Brotherly Love"

"Sweetness"

"Hide and Seek"

Click here to view all my past favorite photos.

Does the First Day of Spring Mean There is Romance in the Air?

It's the first day of spring!  Does that mean romance is in the air like how it is depicted in the cartoons on television?  Springtime usually means seasonal allergies and insects coming out of hiding to me.  Autumn is actually my favorite season.  It is also the season during which my husband and I had our first date and when we got married.  So to me, autumn is the season of romance.

Friend Owl from BAMBI has a different opinion . . .




During which season did you fall in love?

Giveaway: Macy's Impulse Spring 2010 Collection ($50 GC) [CLOSED]

Now that spring has sprung, it is time to think about dressing for the warmer weather. Macy's has it all covered in their Impulse Collection for Spring 2010.

This collection includes some of my favorite brands, such as BCBG and Free People. Parts of the collection are updated versions of trends from the 80's, like neon colors, zippers, and cut-out tops. Turquoise and fuchsia are the hot colors that will transition your wardrobe from spring into summer.

To view the full Impulse Spring 2010 Collection, visit your local Macy's store. Use the Macy's store locator to find the location closest to you.

Thank you to Macy's for providing the photos for this article and the prize for this contest. I was not compensated for sharing this information with my readers.

What you can win:
One lucky reader will receive a $50 gift card to Macy's.

Limitations:

This giveaway is open to U.S. entries only. You do not need to be a blogger to enter, but you must have a valid email address and be age 18 years or older. If you enter anonymously and do not include a valid email address in your comment entries, I will not be able to notify you should you win this random drawing.

How to Gain Entries:

Leave a comment telling me what new item you really need to add to your spring wardrobe. You MUST do this to be eligible to win this contest.

Extra Entries:

1) For 5 extra entries, leave a relevant comment on one of my non-giveaway posts. Then leave FIVE separate comments with the name of the post on which you commented. You will earn 5 extra entries for each different non-contest post you comment on.

2) For 5 extra entries, enter one of my other contests. Leave FIVE separate comments here telling me which contest you entered. You will earn 5 extra entries for each contest you enter.

3) For 10 extra entries, blog about this contest linking back to this post AND Macy's . Then come back here and leave TEN separate comments with the link to your blog post.

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Random Drawing:

This contest will be closed on Monday, May 3rd, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. A random number drawing will be held shortly after. The winner will be announced here and will be contact via email or through their blog. If the winner does not respond within 48 hours, a new number will be drawn.

Good luck in the drawing!

My Photos (W/E 4-3-10)

I only have one photo to offer this week, but I think it's a pretty good one. It was taken on Saturday, which seemed to have perfect spring weather. The ground showed no more signs of flooding. The sun was out and there was a light breeze. I would say the temperature was right around 70 degrees.

Thank you for taking the time to view my photos this week! If you'd like to play along or see more great photos, stop by to see Lotus a.k.a. Sarcastic Mom.