I love how Mandy talks so much with her hands :) I dont know how people talk without using their hands, I do that all the time to and I think oddly enough, it helps me think. Great to see Brian! You could not have planned the camera angle any better for his approach to the window. Good to hear he is having fun doing what he is doing. On another note, kids. Isnt funny how we think they need all the fun crazy plans, perfect cakes, etc., etc., and they really dont. Just a plain ole simple fun time is what they remember most. Was the party fun; was the cake good; a cool gift. I think sometimes WE over complicate things and cause a little un due stress for ourselves and our kids.
I dont know if Mandy "talks" so much with her hands, as much as she cant keep her hands off her hair!! :) Mandy, try on wed. talky blog to keep your hands down on your knees! or on your lap, or something where they cant touch your hair, as soon as your hands go on your chin for a face rest, they end up going through your hair. I have to rewatch your blog cuz IM watching you play with your hair!! hahaha just a thought-
Hey girlz!!! Mandy, I tried to do a 7 day detox last fall, taking just a regimen of pills from the health food store. Not so sure it did ANYTHING!! I did a 3 day fast where I ate nothing at all...and that was amazing! I cant even tell you how wonderful I felt. It's not harmful to you...it's only 3 days. Your mind is gonna tell you that your going to literally die if you dont eat. BUT good news: you wont:) This is where it gets gross...so if you have a queasy tummy...dont read any further. At the end of the 3rd day...your body goes into like a dumping moad (sp?) and you rid yourself of what seems to be everything in your colon/intestines. I have never felt better then when I did that 3 day fast. I hope your fruit fast works for you...it sounds really healthy! I have just heard that it's really good for your body to get that "break" of an actual fast. We have dont a fast for spiritual reasons too...and if you pray your way through it...it truly does help:)
Mandy...you STILL have your dads fathers day card, stamped and in your purse and not sent out! not meaning to be mean, but it seems selfish. How does that make him feel I wonder. I hope you at least called- Maybe you should get an assistant or something to help you get a handle on things. I have heard you talk before about not getting things done and being SO busy all the time. This is not meant to be creepy, I know you cant hear my tone in saying this through email, but Im meaning it in a nice way:) see you on your wed. talky today!!
Okay gals.......here is the deal. This is meant to be a fun girlfriend kind of sharing thing and it has just turned into a really negative feel. All my love to Mandy and Ceci and I will still watch your blogs....love your honesty and putting yourselves out there....flaws and all. Hey...who is even close to perfect?? Certainly not me!! I am sure I let those I love down every single day...but they love me in spite of me. I am sure that Mandy was not intending to be selfish and I am sure her Dad feels her love. Love is not expressed thru a paper card. I would feel sad for any person who would base someones love etc., on gifts or cards they purchase. Mandy, I am sure, is a very loving and kind daughter. Who are we to condemn or even judge these ladies that we know via a computer screen? My mama always said "if you don't have something nice to say...don't say anything at all." Good advice...lets keep it nice folks, I think some in "fan land" are getting a bit outta line! I will be lovin ya both ...... hope you feel it!
Speaking for myself (but probably applies to more than just me) I dont frequent blogs...this is the first that I have ever encountered. I am on my computer all day, but not necessarily on line and not surfing. Therefore, being my first experience with blogs, I am not signed up for anything or signed on to anything. That is why I am anonymous, and probably why others are too. Just my guess for them...fact for me. I am not afraid to tell you who I am..guess I just never thought to sign my name as it doesn't seem to be the norm for people to do so. I am the one who wrote "okay gals...here is the deal". My name is Joni. See, no fear there just not signed up with a google account. :)
Joni seems to know a lot about this blog already for never ever visiting before! she writes "this is suppose to be a girlfriend kind of sharing blog" and has given alot of opinion. hmmm. can this blog not be also honest and open where we can say things honestly to each other. Ceci has been so open, and so honest about things at her home, with her kids, her hubby, and THAT is what I cherish the most about this blog! Not having to ACT like you have thins all together! I have noticed Mandy saying too that she doesnt have time to do alot of things and is often late and misses things. not a huge deal...I heard her on the radio this morning saying that she had her dads card left in her purse still stamped and all!!!!! Is this a huge deal? no. but why then for all of us watching the blog daily, and knowing Mandy in the small way we get to....why cant someone make the comment about maybe checking into an assistant or something of that nature, without getting comments saying their being mean to Mandy? This world is so strange! Why cant people be upfront and make a suggestion without it sounding mean? I think I know. Because for the most part people want to hear things that will tickle their ears, and make them feel good. I read all these comments and think whoever wrote that about her needing help with an asst. was saying so (in my opinion...) because it was so obvious. She just talked about it today on her show!!! If someone was jumping into Lake Michigan and couldnt swim ...would you not then say..."why dont you try wearing a life jacket!" maybe not around here....that might be a little mean.
Ceci ~ you said yesterday that you had updated pics up of your kitchen...uh, they aren't here *wink*.
Mandy ~ don't let people get you down! I too have put a card in my purse, all ready to be mailed and there it stayed for "months"! I think I even saw the intended person and still forgot to give it to her! LOL
them being so open and candid is what I like about this whole blog. I really dont see any of these comments as nasty...I see them as people telling it how they see it, nothing more nothing less....it's ok to be very expressive at how you see things, and its ok to be a little more reserved! It's what makes the world go around right!? who wants everyone to be the same:) keep at it...your commetns generate good stuff! I dont see any of these as cruel, it's fun to hear others opinions! have a good day!
I would love to know if the person who wrote the comment that got this all started, ever thought it would spark all the back and forth "debate"?? I bet not. Kinda funny. from another guys point of view...IT WAS A COMMENT PEOPLE! thats all. why do certain folk want to call it negative etc? talk about spinning a comment. chill out*****************
I think a lot of people (including myself as #1 here), feel a bit defensive toward Mandy because we have the same "issues". You know my dad got an awesome Father's Day gift- a GPS! It was however, bought the day before, ended up being wrapped in Christmas paper with a glue stick since we didn't have any tape and no card. In a way, it was funny but in a small way, I felt like (once again), I failed. I chose to laugh about it because otherwise I would (once again) feel guilty. Sometimes we waste so much of our lives feeling guilty about all the things we are not, can not, or fail at in life. I appreciate the honesty of people in general but it puts a bad taste in people's mouth when someone comes across judgemental (not saying "the comment" was judgemental). We 'scatterbrained' people already beat ourselves up enough so we tend to quickly come to the defense of our fellow 'scatter brain' friends (NOT saying Mandy is scatter brained..., just saying...)when someone who maybe doesn't struggle in this area appears to be making a quick judgement. I know that may not even be the intention but when people feel like someone doesn't 'get it', those of us who live it, jump to the defense.
It would kinda be like putting pepper under someones nose and saying "just don't sneeze"... It's all in love...
Sometimes you just have to laugh! Not my first time on this blog...but this is the first blog that I have checked out and ever responded to. Lucky for all of you huh ;) It's all good. We are all just tryin to make it thru our days were blessed with the best we can without leaving a path of destruction behind us! It is fun to watch the talkys and hear how real Mandy and Ceci are with us. What a cool thing. Sometimes I wonder what it is that draws me to watch them sit and chat....I dont have a clue! Probably the same reason I love to watch Jon & Kate plus 8....just helps me to know that my faults are probably more normal than I thought :) Have a great day and enjoy! J
Gracie, what you arent understanding is that you made the effort! who cares how it was presented! You took the time to think about your Dad and WRAP the gift...and get it to him. Christmas paper and all!haha I sometimes feel like this world is so self centered...it's all about me mentality. It has nothing to do with being scatter brained or "too busy!" COME ON!!! Someone wrote earlier that they feel sorry for people who put the focus on "buying material things". It truly isnt about that. It's about setting time aside to let other people know that you think about them,, and care about them...doesnt matter if it's just through a phone call! MAKE THE TIME!!! Im so tired of hearing people say "Im toooo busy" I think sometimes it's just a good cop out so as not to have to get things done. All in all, just be considerate of other peoples time, and feelings. I challenge everyone today to do something for someone else! that doesnt mean buy something or spend money that isnt there! haha just give of yourself, make a call, mow a single moms lawn or sweep someones garage out, make a meal for your grandparents. something that will show someone..."hey, Im thinking of you...and you matter to me " think about how you would feel if someone did any of the above mentioned for you. It would really brighten your day huh:) and ps....LOVE jon and Kate plus 8! And once again...people can relate to them! they show with no holds barred a real family life!
Thanks for all the comments... This is Mandy - I am using Ceci's computer =) Everyone brings up some very good points - we have enjoyed reading them and will address them in our next "talky" which is being uploaded soon For the record...I DID call my Dad on Father's Day and I am BLESSED to have the most wonderful dad in the world (he knows that!) =) on the other hand I DO admit that at times I AM selfish (as I believe we all are) and I really do overcommit and under deliver sometimes and that's bad too! =) I am ok with the criticism but please know that this is NOT something that is new to me...this is something that I struggle with everyday - and over the past few weeks I have made good progress in certain areas which is what I am most proud of right now and I choose to look at the glass half full =) Thanks again for the comments....
good to know that you are ok with others looking in and giving their little take on things! :) Im sure its nothing new...it's not like overnight this happened to you! but hooray that your taking the proactive step and working on it!!! everyone needs to work on themselves every day for sure! no one has it together and that is one of the purposes of this blog I think...to peek inside the worlds of someone else and know they may be a bit messed up like the rest of us....but no one has brought up (I dont think anyway?) GODS grace, that covers us each day:) It's not about impressing someone else...but at the same time not forgetting others along the way because were too busy with ourselves. That point...obviously made. Time to move on I think...lots of great entries, but on to other issues! what are the plans for the weekend? have a good Thursday!!! ~H
Is this the most "comments" ever? I also LOVE Jon and Kate. Isn't it funny, we must be a certain demographic of people that watch Jon and Kate and Ceci and Mandy (not ALL of us, but a few).
I think your right about the demographic! I have several friends also that love the show:)One is a mom of twins that are 1, and a 3 year old. uugghh! she's busy to say the least:) sometimes I almost wonder if maybe your not able to talk to other moms, and connect that way you can listen to the blog, or watch Jon and Kate...and feel like your doing ok, and your not alone in things your going through. anticipating tomorrows video. I think? ~H
"H", you are wise. It's our way of having friends nearby, isn't it? When I worked full time I chatted on and off all day with others. Stay at home moms need adults sometimes. Don't get me wrong, I like matchbox cars and can tolerate a fruit snack now and then, but.... You are needed Ceci and Mandy.
This blog is meant to be an extension of my show "Connect with Ceci" on 99.3, Mon-Fri 10:30-3:00. I appreciate comments and insights, so together we can connect...with God, our community and the world.
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I love how Mandy talks so much with her hands :) I dont know how people talk without using their hands, I do that all the time to and I think oddly enough, it helps me think. Great to see Brian! You could not have planned the camera angle any better for his approach to the window. Good to hear he is having fun doing what he is doing. On another note, kids. Isnt funny how we think they need all the fun crazy plans, perfect cakes, etc., etc., and they really dont. Just a plain ole simple fun time is what they remember most. Was the party fun; was the cake good; a cool gift. I think sometimes WE over complicate things and cause a little un due stress for ourselves and our kids.
So cool Brian was there aww I miss him :( Loved him on JQ! Glad to hear he likes he's other Job!
It was nice to see Brian. Ceci, I'm glad the camping thing went ok. Was your cabin far enough away from the critters? Did Tony give hayrides?
I dont know if Mandy "talks" so much with her hands, as much as she cant keep her hands off her hair!! :)
Mandy, try on wed. talky blog to keep your hands down on your knees! or on your lap, or something where they cant touch your hair, as soon as your hands go on your chin for a face rest, they end up going through your hair. I have to rewatch your blog cuz IM watching you play with your hair!! hahaha
just a thought-
what's up with the Kitchen?????
Hey girlz!!!
Mandy, I tried to do a 7 day detox last fall, taking just a regimen of pills from the health food store. Not so sure it did ANYTHING!! I did a 3 day fast where I ate nothing at all...and that was amazing! I cant even tell you how wonderful I felt. It's not harmful to you...it's only 3 days. Your mind is gonna tell you that your going to literally die if you dont eat. BUT good news: you wont:)
This is where it gets gross...so if you have a queasy tummy...dont read any further. At the end of the 3rd day...your body goes into like a dumping moad (sp?) and you rid yourself of what seems to be everything in your colon/intestines. I have never felt better then when I did that 3 day fast.
I hope your fruit fast works for you...it sounds really healthy! I have just heard that it's really good for your body to get that "break" of an actual fast. We have dont a fast for spiritual reasons too...and if you pray your way through it...it truly does help:)
Ceci you're so FUNNY!!! HAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!
Mandy...you STILL have your dads fathers day card, stamped and in your purse and not sent out! not meaning to be mean, but it seems selfish. How does that make him feel I wonder. I hope you at least called- Maybe you should get an assistant or something to help you get a handle on things. I have heard you talk before about not getting things done and being SO busy all the time. This is not meant to be creepy, I know you cant hear my tone in saying this through email, but Im meaning it in a nice way:)
see you on your wed. talky today!!
Okay gals.......here is the deal. This is meant to be a fun girlfriend kind of sharing thing and it has just turned into a really negative feel. All my love to Mandy and Ceci and I will still watch your blogs....love your honesty and putting yourselves out there....flaws and all. Hey...who is even close to perfect?? Certainly not me!! I am sure I let those I love down every single day...but they love me in spite of me. I am sure that Mandy was not intending to be selfish and I am sure her Dad feels her love. Love is not expressed thru a paper card. I would feel sad for any person who would base someones love etc., on gifts or cards they purchase. Mandy, I am sure, is a very loving and kind daughter. Who are we to condemn or even judge these ladies that we know via a computer screen? My mama always said "if you don't have something nice to say...don't say anything at all." Good advice...lets keep it nice folks, I think some in "fan land" are getting a bit outta line! I will be lovin ya both ...... hope you feel it!
I love how people feel so free to write whatever they want but always anonymous...you should really put your name, it is only polite :).
Love the blog, keep it up girls!
Speaking for myself (but probably applies to more than just me) I dont frequent blogs...this is the first that I have ever encountered. I am on my computer all day, but not necessarily on line and not surfing. Therefore, being my first experience with blogs, I am not signed up for anything or signed on to anything. That is why I am anonymous, and probably why others are too. Just my guess for them...fact for me. I am not afraid to tell you who I am..guess I just never thought to sign my name as it doesn't seem to be the norm for people to do so. I am the one who wrote "okay gals...here is the deal". My name is Joni. See, no fear there just not signed up with a google account. :)
Joni seems to know a lot about this blog already for never ever visiting before! she writes "this is suppose to be a girlfriend kind of sharing blog" and has given alot of opinion. hmmm.
can this blog not be also honest and open where we can say things honestly to each other. Ceci has been so open, and so honest about things at her home, with her kids, her hubby, and THAT is what I cherish the most about this blog! Not having to ACT like you have thins all together!
I have noticed Mandy saying too that she doesnt have time to do alot of things and is often late and misses things. not a huge deal...I heard her on the radio this morning saying that she had her dads card left in her purse still stamped and all!!!!! Is this a huge deal? no. but why then for all of us watching the blog daily, and knowing Mandy in the small way we get to....why cant someone make the comment about maybe checking into an assistant or something of that nature, without getting comments saying their being mean to Mandy? This world is so strange!
Why cant people be upfront and make a suggestion without it sounding mean? I think I know. Because for the most part people want to hear things that will tickle their ears, and make them feel good. I read all these comments and think whoever wrote that about her needing help with an asst. was saying so (in my opinion...) because it was so obvious. She just talked about it today on her show!!!
If someone was jumping into Lake Michigan and couldnt swim ...would you not then say..."why dont you try wearing a life jacket!"
maybe not around here....that might be a little mean.
Wow! Comments are getting heated!
Ceci ~ you said yesterday that you had updated pics up of your kitchen...uh, they aren't here *wink*.
Mandy ~ don't let people get you down! I too have put a card in my purse, all ready to be mailed and there it stayed for "months"! I think I even saw the intended person and still forgot to give it to her! LOL
Keep the talky blog going gals, I love it!!
Be Blessed!
From a guy's standpoint...
I am a Dad, and I don't care if I get a card or gift on father's day or not.
I think you two are great together! I check in on you every day so I don't miss the talky blogs! I love how candid you are with us.
them being so open and candid is what I like about this whole blog. I really dont see any of these comments as nasty...I see them as people telling it how they see it, nothing more nothing less....it's ok to be very expressive at how you see things, and its ok to be a little more reserved! It's what makes the world go around right!?
who wants everyone to be the same:)
keep at it...your commetns generate good stuff! I dont see any of these as cruel, it's fun to hear others opinions! have a good day!
I would love to know if the person who wrote the comment that got this all started, ever thought it would spark all the back and forth "debate"?? I bet not. Kinda funny. from another guys point of view...IT WAS A COMMENT PEOPLE! thats all. why do certain folk want to call it negative etc? talk about spinning a comment.
chill out*****************
I think a lot of people (including myself as #1 here), feel a bit defensive toward Mandy because we have the same "issues".
You know my dad got an awesome Father's Day gift- a GPS! It was however, bought the day before, ended up being wrapped in Christmas paper with a glue stick since we didn't have any tape and no card. In a way, it was funny but in a small way, I felt like (once again), I failed.
I chose to laugh about it because otherwise I would (once again) feel guilty. Sometimes we waste so much of our lives feeling guilty about all the things we are not, can not, or fail at in life.
I appreciate the honesty of people in general but it puts a bad taste in people's mouth when someone comes across judgemental (not saying "the comment" was judgemental). We 'scatterbrained' people already beat ourselves up enough so we tend to quickly come to the defense of our fellow 'scatter brain' friends (NOT saying Mandy is scatter brained..., just saying...)when someone who maybe doesn't struggle in this area appears to be making a quick judgement. I know that may not even be the intention but when people feel like someone doesn't 'get it', those of us who live it, jump to the defense.
It would kinda be like putting pepper under someones nose and saying "just don't sneeze"...
It's all in love...
I cannot belive that you do not like camping. I could see you hosting an outdoors show when your done at the radio station.
Sometimes you just have to laugh! Not my first time on this blog...but this is the first blog that I have checked out and ever responded to. Lucky for all of you huh ;) It's all good. We are all just tryin to make it thru our days were blessed with the best we can without leaving a path of destruction behind us! It is fun to watch the talkys and hear how real Mandy and Ceci are with us. What a cool thing. Sometimes I wonder what it is that draws me to watch them sit and chat....I dont have a clue! Probably the same reason I love to watch Jon & Kate plus 8....just helps me to know that my faults are probably more normal than I thought :) Have a great day and enjoy! J
Gracie,
what you arent understanding is that you made the effort! who cares how it was presented! You took the time to think about your Dad and WRAP the gift...and get it to him. Christmas paper and all!haha
I sometimes feel like this world is so self centered...it's all about me mentality. It has nothing to do with being scatter brained or "too busy!" COME ON!!!
Someone wrote earlier that they feel sorry for people who put the focus on "buying material things". It truly isnt about that. It's about setting time aside to let other people know that you think about them,, and care about them...doesnt matter if it's just through a phone call! MAKE THE TIME!!! Im so tired of hearing people say "Im toooo busy" I think sometimes it's just a good cop out so as not to have to get things done.
All in all, just be considerate of other peoples time, and feelings. I challenge everyone today to do something for someone else! that doesnt mean buy something or spend money that isnt there! haha just give of yourself, make a call, mow a single moms lawn or sweep someones garage out, make a meal for your grandparents. something that will show someone..."hey, Im thinking of you...and you matter to me "
think about how you would feel if someone did any of the above mentioned for you. It would really brighten your day huh:)
and ps....LOVE jon and Kate plus 8! And once again...people can relate to them! they show with no holds barred a real family life!
GOD,PEACE,PRAISE,TIME,LAUGH-TAKE THINGS HOW THEY ARE INTENDED NOT HOW YOU WANT TO TAKE THEM.
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Hello All -
Thanks for all the comments...
This is Mandy - I am using Ceci's computer =)
Everyone brings up some very good points - we have enjoyed reading them and will address them in our next "talky" which is being uploaded soon
For the record...I DID call my Dad on Father's Day and I am BLESSED to have the most wonderful dad in the world (he knows that!) =) on the other hand I DO admit that at times I AM selfish (as I believe we all are) and I really do overcommit and under deliver sometimes and that's bad too! =)
I am ok with the criticism but please know that this is NOT something that is new to me...this is something that I struggle with everyday - and over the past few weeks I have made good progress in certain areas which is what I am most proud of right now and I choose to look at the glass half full =)
Thanks again for the comments....
good to know that you are ok with others looking in and giving their little take on things! :)
Im sure its nothing new...it's not like overnight this happened to you! but hooray that your taking the proactive step and working on it!!! everyone needs to work on themselves every day for sure! no one has it together and that is one of the purposes of this blog I think...to peek inside the worlds of someone else and know they may be a bit messed up like the rest of us....but no one has brought up (I dont think anyway?) GODS grace, that covers us each day:) It's not about impressing someone else...but at the same time not forgetting others along the way because were too busy with ourselves. That point...obviously made. Time to move on I think...lots of great entries, but on to other issues!
what are the plans for the weekend? have a good Thursday!!!
~H
Is this the most "comments" ever? I also LOVE Jon and Kate. Isn't it funny, we must be a certain demographic of people that watch Jon and Kate and Ceci and Mandy (not ALL of us, but a few).
I think your right about the demographic! I have several friends also that love the show:)One is a mom of twins that are 1, and a 3 year old. uugghh! she's busy to say the least:)
sometimes I almost wonder if maybe your not able to talk to other moms, and connect that way you can listen to the blog, or watch Jon and Kate...and feel like your doing ok, and your not alone in things your going through.
anticipating tomorrows video. I think?
~H
"H", you are wise. It's our way of having friends nearby, isn't it? When I worked full time I chatted on and off all day with others. Stay at home moms need adults sometimes. Don't get me wrong, I like matchbox cars and can tolerate a fruit snack now and then, but.... You are needed Ceci and Mandy.
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