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Summer Lovin...
*sings* Summer Lovin'... had me a blast...
What a fun weekend! We spent pretty much the whole day outside...
We did water balloons...
*spent about 20 minutes filling them... and they were gone in 3 minutes*
but it was a blast and worth every second!
*Izzaq - Gracie - Zavery*
Then we pulled out the sprinkler... and the kids spent about an hour chasing Gracie around. They both absolutely adore her... and are convinced every day that she has to choose which Zrust boy she will marry... Im so not ready for this - and am doomed by the time they turn 13.
Ladies First!
Lastly - after almost drowning while trying to drink from the sprinkler... we headed in for the day for a family movie night... what a great day... don't you wish sometimes that real life could be this? Just playing and fun... no worries, no bills, no work... just. summer. lovin'.
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What a fun weekend! We spent pretty much the whole day outside...
We did water balloons...
*spent about 20 minutes filling them... and they were gone in 3 minutes*
but it was a blast and worth every second!
Then we pulled out the sprinkler... and the kids spent about an hour chasing Gracie around. They both absolutely adore her... and are convinced every day that she has to choose which Zrust boy she will marry... Im so not ready for this - and am doomed by the time they turn 13.
Lastly - after almost drowning while trying to drink from the sprinkler... we headed in for the day for a family movie night... what a great day... don't you wish sometimes that real life could be this? Just playing and fun... no worries, no bills, no work... just. summer. lovin'.

Look mom, no hands!
How do I get things done with 3 kids, a full time business, a husband, a house, cleaning, cooking, etc. etc. ETC... hands free... A great friend made me the MOST AWESOME pouch for Rozzlyn... I had a sling with the boys, but its just not the same. Nothing compares to the awesomeness of my pouch... It was so perfect to keep her close as a newborn, and now that she's bigger Its even more amazing...
Her cute little toes fit through the sides... her head peeks out the top... the only issues I had at the store was her trying to chew through my shirt to nurse, haha... greedy baby had just eaten! *note to self - no v-necks while baby wearing "flesh=food to baby* Though, now that I say that... I probably could nurse her in there too... hmmmmmm....
Long story short, if you havn't tried wearing your baby, I recommend it... Life is so much easier with a baby in a pouch :)
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Long story short, if you havn't tried wearing your baby, I recommend it... Life is so much easier with a baby in a pouch :)

Nuby Giveaway: Round One - Newborn Care
We are SO totally excited to announce our first big Nuby Giveaway! We have three rounds of giveaways - so be sure to follow us and keep checking back!
Round One: Newborn Care
When you bring a newborn baby home... there are all sorts of things you will likely have to worry about... bathing, diaper changing, nail clipping, ear cleaning, medicine giving, pacifier ... uhhh... pacifier sucking? ... sure! There will be lots of that too. But never fear, Nuby has you covered in most all of these aspects... and to prove it to you, I've put together the perfect newborn care kit to give away to one lucky winner... But first, I want to tell you about the items you could receive.
Medical Care Kit-
"Nuby's™ Medical Kit helps you take care of you child's medical needs. From medicating to nasal and ear care, this kit makes it easier to care of your baby.
This kit includes: Sure-Dose™ Medicine dropper, Medi- Nurser, Nasal Aspirator with Ear Syringe and Medicine Dispenser."
Nail Care Set-
"Nûby™ strives to provide quality grooming products necessary for safe and simple grooming of your baby. All are available in fashionable colors and designs.
This set includes:
Nail Clipper: that are sized for baby’s small nails, but are easy for an adult to use. Each Clipper comes with a snap on cover for cleaner storage.
Baby and Toddler Nail Scissor: are made of stainless steal and are also sized perfectly for baby or toddler’s tiny nails. The short curved blades of these Scissors make it easier to trim a child’s nails. Trim straight across nails then shape as needed. Each pair of Nail Scissors comes with a hygienic cover that easily fits over the end.
Smoothing Emery Boards: (4 pieces) are specially sized and shaped to help smooth and shape their tiny nails. This helps prevent your child from scratching themselves- and others!"
Nuby Brites Pacifiers: (0-6 months)
"The classic oval baglet with symmetrical shield design ensures that the pacifier always fits in your baby’s mouth. Nuby’s air system allows air to circulate between baby’s delicate skin & pacifier. The pacifiers come in various fun bright colors and designs!"
Paci-Cradle:
"The Paci-Cradle™ from Nûby™ is the ideal way to keep any pacifier or Pacifinder® within reaching distance. The Flexi-Klip™ ensures that the case will stay attached to a stroller, handbag, diaper bag, etc. The durable plastic case keeps pacifier and/or Pacifinder® secure, providing a clean and hygienically safe environment. It's sized conveniently to hold 2 pacifiers or 1 pacifier and Pacifinder®!"
Dr. Talbots Diaper Rash Cream:
"Engineered to be the best, Dr. Talbot's Diaper Rash Ointment was first developed by Dr. Ralph Jefferson Talbot in 1933. This zinc oxide and Peruvian balsam ointment helps soothe and prevent diaper rash, while moisturizing your baby's delicate skin."
Any mama (or daddy) and baby would be super lucky to receive all these Nuby goodies for their little one on the way... and as I HUGE Nuby supporter, I can confidently recommend them all... After baby number 3 - we still have some Nuby items that get regular use from years ago... and are still buying new ones as they come out! So - help me help you get your entries in to get your hands on this prize...
To enter: *Each # below is a separate entry, comment below (in separate comments) which each number you complete... The #10 entry is MANDATORY - each extra (1-9) are extra chances at being entered! 1: Fan Nuby Usa on Facebook 2: Follow Nuby on Twitter 3: Follow Nuby on Instagram - @nubyusa 4: Follow Nuby on Pinterest 5: Fan RockerByeBaby on Facebook 6: Follow RockerByeBaby on Twitter 7: Follow RockerByeBaby on Instagram. -@rockerbyebaby 8: Follow RockerByeBaby on Pinterest 9: Follow the Nuby USA YouTube Channel for videos and review by moms like me!!
10: Tell me why you want to win this giveaway from Nuby
Good Luck!!
**I was not compensated in any way for this post, just provided with product to review and giveaway.
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Round One: Newborn Care
When you bring a newborn baby home... there are all sorts of things you will likely have to worry about... bathing, diaper changing, nail clipping, ear cleaning, medicine giving, pacifier ... uhhh... pacifier sucking? ... sure! There will be lots of that too. But never fear, Nuby has you covered in most all of these aspects... and to prove it to you, I've put together the perfect newborn care kit to give away to one lucky winner... But first, I want to tell you about the items you could receive.
"Nuby's™ Medical Kit helps you take care of you child's medical needs. From medicating to nasal and ear care, this kit makes it easier to care of your baby.
This kit includes: Sure-Dose™ Medicine dropper, Medi- Nurser, Nasal Aspirator with Ear Syringe and Medicine Dispenser."
Nail Care Set-
"Nûby™ strives to provide quality grooming products necessary for safe and simple grooming of your baby. All are available in fashionable colors and designs.
This set includes:
Nail Clipper: that are sized for baby’s small nails, but are easy for an adult to use. Each Clipper comes with a snap on cover for cleaner storage.
Baby and Toddler Nail Scissor: are made of stainless steal and are also sized perfectly for baby or toddler’s tiny nails. The short curved blades of these Scissors make it easier to trim a child’s nails. Trim straight across nails then shape as needed. Each pair of Nail Scissors comes with a hygienic cover that easily fits over the end.
Smoothing Emery Boards: (4 pieces) are specially sized and shaped to help smooth and shape their tiny nails. This helps prevent your child from scratching themselves- and others!"
Nuby Brites Pacifiers: (0-6 months)
"The classic oval baglet with symmetrical shield design ensures that the pacifier always fits in your baby’s mouth. Nuby’s air system allows air to circulate between baby’s delicate skin & pacifier. The pacifiers come in various fun bright colors and designs!"
Paci-Cradle:
"The Paci-Cradle™ from Nûby™ is the ideal way to keep any pacifier or Pacifinder® within reaching distance. The Flexi-Klip™ ensures that the case will stay attached to a stroller, handbag, diaper bag, etc. The durable plastic case keeps pacifier and/or Pacifinder® secure, providing a clean and hygienically safe environment. It's sized conveniently to hold 2 pacifiers or 1 pacifier and Pacifinder®!"
Dr. Talbots Diaper Rash Cream:
"Engineered to be the best, Dr. Talbot's Diaper Rash Ointment was first developed by Dr. Ralph Jefferson Talbot in 1933. This zinc oxide and Peruvian balsam ointment helps soothe and prevent diaper rash, while moisturizing your baby's delicate skin."
Any mama (or daddy) and baby would be super lucky to receive all these Nuby goodies for their little one on the way... and as I HUGE Nuby supporter, I can confidently recommend them all... After baby number 3 - we still have some Nuby items that get regular use from years ago... and are still buying new ones as they come out! So - help me help you get your entries in to get your hands on this prize...
To enter: *Each # below is a separate entry, comment below (in separate comments) which each number you complete... The #10 entry is MANDATORY - each extra (1-9) are extra chances at being entered! 1: Fan Nuby Usa on Facebook 2: Follow Nuby on Twitter 3: Follow Nuby on Instagram - @nubyusa 4: Follow Nuby on Pinterest 5: Fan RockerByeBaby on Facebook 6: Follow RockerByeBaby on Twitter 7: Follow RockerByeBaby on Instagram. -@rockerbyebaby 8: Follow RockerByeBaby on Pinterest 9: Follow the Nuby USA YouTube Channel for videos and review by moms like me!!
10: Tell me why you want to win this giveaway from Nuby
Good Luck!!
**I was not compensated in any way for this post, just provided with product to review and giveaway.

Nuby Easy Go set - Review
Absolutely loving this new trio we got from Nuby! As a mom always on the go - I love things that are easy.. and quick... and SUPER simple. This set *Easy Go* is exactly that...
But Im not just going to tell you about its awesomeness... I'm going to show you with the help of Ms. Rozzlyn!
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But Im not just going to tell you about its awesomeness... I'm going to show you with the help of Ms. Rozzlyn!

Crash/Burn/Repeat rocked Hell's Kitchen
Had a great night last night. Hubby's band Crash/Burn/Repeat played downtown at Hell's kitchen. Its always fun to get together with friends and rock out... my ears are still ringing... so I can't help but wonder if it was crazy loud - or if Im just getting old... maybe both. ;)
So here is a little photo montage of our evening :)
Crash/Burn/Repeat:
Lazy Fans, lol
I crashed heathers table...
The roomies took this super cute picture...
then came home to Crashed Kids...
Successful evening :)
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So here is a little photo montage of our evening :)
Crash/Burn/Repeat:
Lazy Fans, lol
I crashed heathers table...
