Thursday, March 31, 2011

#UBP11 Is Here! Let the Mingling Begin.

Ultimate Blog Party 2011

It's Baaack! And I am ready to Par-Tay!

Ultimate Blog Party is brought to us by Susan & Janice of 5 Minutes for Mom!

My name is Andrea and this is my little blog. I am a SAHM to two little ones who keep me on my toes!
Here in Oregon we love the outdoors, we grow our own food on the farm, and we also love to play with our food.

Oh, where are my manners? Grab an hors devour, a drink and stay for a bit. While you are looking around, be sure to check out some of my favorite recipes:
 I love food and am always looking for good recipes to share with my readers and scratch cooking and baking are my passion. We live next to the family farm and are always looking for new and delicious ways to use the fresh fruits and vegetables available.


Though much of our life revolves around food... there is so much more to this blog. I am a Mom with little kids, so the fun and insanity just never seems to stop! I love sharing pictures and moments. But we also enjoy trying out new products, posting reviews and of course, throwing in a giveaway or two as garnish!




Be sure to check out my current giveaway listing on the right sidebar. A few with low entries include:

Besides these, Blogmania is coming up April 9th - 11th. Each participating blog will have a prize package worth at least $100 dollars! Easy entries, so mark your calendar and stop back by.


Also follow  me in my weight loss journey. I am excited to be a Finalist for Mamavation Mom campaign #8 and am looking for more votes to win one of two spots. I have 70 more pounds to lose and could use the dietary, fitness and life coaching offered in the program.

Please take a minute during your blog hopping to vote for "notimeMom" . Just two quick clicks! No sign-up or hassle.
The winners will be announced at the Mamavation twitter party 4/4.

...and for even more fun... GirlGoneMom.com is giving away a $25 SUBWAY gift card and I have entered to win it.  Check out her UBP11 post here. 
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31 comments:

  1. Diana MancusoMarch 31, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Hi there! What a fabulous blog you've got going on! I'm so glad you stopped by Toronto Teacher Mom. I'm your newest follower. Hope you enjoy UBP11!

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  2. the snydersApril 1, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Love your blog! Love food, and cooking as well, although growing stuff in Alaska is very challenging I love to do it! look forward to seeing your recipies.

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  3. Liz MaysApril 1, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I'm so glad you stopped by for the party, so I could come over and visit you and find all these delicious treats!

    I didn't know you were trying for the Mamavation mom. Good luck with that!

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  4. MadameDealsApril 1, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I am your newest fan from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011. I would really appreciate it if you follow me back through Google Connect Friend. I have a lot of contest going on Madame Deals. $25 amazon gift card, Vera Bradley purse, $100 in jewelry, 200 cut coupons, bare minerals gift pack, $30 for an organic outfit, $75 P&G products, and the chance to win $1000. Thank you Amee

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  5. HenriettaApril 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I've visited your blog before but hadn't really taken the time to stop and look around. I Love it here! So many yummy recipes to try. I voted for you for Mamavation, hope you get it, Good luck!

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  6. TheAtticGirlApril 1, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Stopping by from UPB11. Great to see you at the party!

    There are so many fun blogs to visit! If you have time, I hope you’ll stop by:

    http://atticgirl.blogspot.com/2011/04/welcome-to-ultimate-blog-party-2011.html

    You can enter to win a $25 Gift cert to my eBay store to spruce up your spring/summer wardrobe (details on post)
    Have a great weekend!

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  7. MomstartApril 1, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    You're children are ADORABLE. and I'm going to have to check out that nutella recipe.

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  8. Our Homeschool ReviewsApril 1, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my party blog post. I love food too...lol! Just had a Nutella party and that stuff is wonderful!!! Following with gfc.

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  9. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Hi! I see you feature Reviews and/or Giveaways. I would like to invite you to add your blog to my “Review and Giveaway Blog Directory” if you haven’t already . Hope you’re having a Sweet Week!

    April
    A Mommy’s Sweet Blog Design
    Custom Blog Design, Free Blog Tutorials, Buttons, & Template

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  10. RondiApril 1, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Good luck and thanks for stopping by from Comment Love Weekend Blog Hop! Have a great weekend! :)

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  11. Annett/ Fit Moms Fit Kids ClubApril 1, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Hi! I blog sometimes over at Bookieboo...good luck on Mamavation! You seem to be a woman after my own heart! FOOD lover! I have 2 kiddos, I'm a homeschooling mom, a pro athlete that hates to workout LOL.. I also write a fitness blog, but I LOVE fried fatty foods. You can read more about us in my party post. Stop by and visit.
    www.fitmomsfitkidsclub.com

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  12. Life Is A SandCastleApril 2, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Thanks for stopping by, I love your blog as well! Good luck on mamavation! #UBP11

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  13. MariannaApril 2, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Stopping by from the UBP11! Thanks for visiting me over at Green mama's Pad.
    Do you have your own chickens? I would love to have my own chickens some day!

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  14. BarbApril 2, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I'm Here from the UBP11 adding you to my blog roll page.
    Thanks for a great prize! I'd like to swap buttons.
    barb g.
    directorylanesuperstore(at)gmail.com

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  15. momondealzApril 2, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Momondealz! The cupcakes sound amazing!

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  16. A GAL NEEDS...April 2, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Hi Andrea! It's been awhile since I stopped by and I'm really excited to see your blog doing so well! It looks super good! And look at all those great giveaways! Have a wonderful time at UBP!

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  17. Carma SezApril 2, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    wow, you make some yummy treats! Hope you are enjoying the party!

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  18. UnknownApril 2, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    You had me at Nutella cupcake... :)
    stopping by from #UBP11 and will be stopping by again looking for more yummy treats!

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  19. twinkietotmomApril 2, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I totally love all things food as well! Hope you are having fun at this year's UBP 2011! I know I am!

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  20. CherApril 2, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Great recipes and pics!

    Google friend!

    Stopping by from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011!
    Hope you’ll visit my party: http://momandmore.com/2011/04/2011-ultimate-blog-party-welcome-to-mom-and-more.html

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  21. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Hiya! Am stopping by via UBP par-tay. Are those your chickens in the photo? If so - we MUST talk. I'm thinking of having chickens... hmm. going to see if you've blogged about this... nice to 'meet' ya!

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  22. AnonymousApril 3, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Hi! Stopping by from UBP. I'll take a Nutella cupcake thank you very much. Hope you find the time to stop by for a visit!

    Here's a link to my UBP post: http://www.mommyshorts.com/2011/03/can-someone-explain-the-dresscode-please.html

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  23. annies homeApril 3, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    stopping in from the UBP good luck in your contest

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  24. KristenApril 3, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Stopping by from UBP an am excited to explore your blog. Good luck with the contest!

    Kristen
    www.decoratingdiy.blogspot.com

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  25. XeniaApril 3, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Thank you so much for stopping by our UBP, Andrea! And, of course, for having cake to share! Considering every recipe and photo that you post always makes my mouth water, you're definitely someone that would be great for the job of bringing a snack. :)

    Your kids have gotten so much bigger since the last time I saw them as well - how time flies! They're so adorable!

    I'm headed over right now to vote for you... good luck becoming a Mamavation Mom!

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  26. AnonymousApril 5, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Hiya Stopping by from the UBP'11. Nice blog. I'm your newest follower so please stop by A Little of This and a Little of That and follow back. Have a super week!
    http://alittleoftheother.com

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  27. Kathleen W.April 5, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Nice to meet you! It's taken me a while to make the party rounds, but am glad I stopped over. I just bookmarked your Nutella cupcakes, which look so good!

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  28. extreme personal measuresApril 6, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    Stopping by to say ‘Hi’ from my 5 Minutes for Mom Ultimate Blog Party 2011 link-up! What a great blog you have and I will be following! Stop by and say ‘Hi’ back! I have blog parties on Tuesday and Wednesday’s that may interest you. Tuesday is Tutorial & Thrifty Treasures Tuesday. Wednesday is What’s Cookin’ Wednesday. I am also looking for guest posts on home décor and crafts if you are interested.

    Denise
    Extreme Personal Measures

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  29. abitnerdyApril 6, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    I am loving a blog about food... and your little ones are adorable and yes i'd like a cupcake please hehe. <3

    Cheers!
    http://www.agentnerdy.com

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  30. {Trulie Scrumptious}April 6, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Hey! just stoppin by for the blog party. LOVE your blog and are proud to say we are your newest followers and {blog} friends. We'd love for you to come check out our new blog and be our newest follower and {blog} friend as well..much love
    trulie-scrumptious.blogspot.com
    mitchandroz.blogspot.com (family blog)

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  31. BrandiApril 7, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Love teh frog boots chasing the chickens! (we have those boots somewhere around here) It's great to meet you and you look like you make some yummy stuff! Now following you to see what other great things you come up with!

    Feel free to stop by for a visit! http://www.flipflopmama.com/2011/03/ultimate-blog-party-2011.html

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