Let's Get the Party Started!

A blog party that is...

The Ultimate Blog Party has just kicked off over at 5 Minutes for Mom! This will be the first time I've participated in such an event and I'm really looking forward to "meeting" as many new bloggy buddies as possible without completely neglecting my responsibilities here at home.

So first things first, welcome to Webbisodes. As a Southern gal, I'm inclined to offer you a sweet tea and ask that you sit a spell, but alas this is a blog and well...that's just not possible. But here's hoping you'll take a minute {or two} and get to know me a little better.

I began blogging nearly one year ago at the strong urging of a good friend. At the time I was expecting our first child and what began as a way for friends and family to keep up with all the changes in our lives has quickly grown into much more. Having always loved to write, blogging is a way for me to share the ups and downs, struggles and successes, as well as the tears and laughter that I experience everyday as a first time Mommy to the most adorable baby girl in the world, Miss Gillian Grace. In a nutshell my blog is about all the diapers, drool, and drama that accompanies first time parenthood. After all, blogging is cheaper than therapy, and has perks that even chocolate can't provide---inspiration and encouragement from fabulous women all over the country.

In case you're on borrowed time, and what Momma isn't, here are a few quick facts about Webbisodes:

• I am a teacher by trade, but recently opted to make a career change and become a stay-at-home mom. Although it is infinitely more difficult than I ever thought it would be, I enjoy my new role as a SAHM and would not trade my life for any amount of money, front row seats to Bon Jovi, or a lifetime supply of Diet Coke.

• I am married to the most wonderful man in the world. He is compassionate, caring, considerate, and an extraordinary father to our daughter. He is my best friend and always puts the needs of our family before all else.
  

• My daughter is my life. Enough said!

• My parents are my best friends and they are a huge part of my life. I do not know what I would do without them. I talk to my mother at least four times a day, often about nothing at all.

• I am addicted to Diet Coke, reality tv, and the computer. As a family we enjoying running and spending tons of time outside.
  

• I will turn 31 this August but still feel like I'm 19. I will be joining the local Junior League in May which suddenly makes me feel like I'm back in high school vying for the acceptance of the "popular" crowd. My biggest fear is rejection and I am very uneasy in new and unfamiliar situations, which should make this whole new endeavor very interesting and good fodder for blogging.
  

And if the laundry's done, the kids are napping, dinner's in the oven and you have a few extra minutes, here are a few of my favorite posts from days gone by:

"Eggs"tending Easter

Diaper Duty

He Lives

Just a Swingin'

The Good, the Bad, and the Smelly

March Madness

Resolutions for the New Year

Dear Gillian

Sleepless in Mobile

Saving Face(s)

Come Monday

Well folks, your time here has been appreciated more than a breeze through an outhouse and I sincerely hope to "see" you again soon.

But before you go, 5 Minutes for Mom has asked that all that participate include several items that have got us drooling in the event that we should be chosen to win a prize. Should I be fortunate enough to be selected, I've got my eye on:

• $150 shopping spree at Pedal Cars and Retro Collectibles

(Gillian Grace would look so sporty in the 1932 Pink Ford Roadster )

• Hand Stamped Personalized Necklace valued at $48 provided by Kristen's Custom Creations

• Buds to Bloom Custom Tile Necklace provided by Lisa Laverty at Elemental Memories

But of course, I would be thrilled with any of the following wonderful prizes:

Numbers 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 23, 32, 35, 56, and 61

Now y'all come now ya hear!