{Because I had to....}

It's Friday the 13th, and while I am borderline superstitious I couldn't miss the opportunity to post on this day! Because you know, if not then you get like 7 years of bad luck, o algo asi,no?

Well while this day may cause fear in some and laughter in others... 

The Gomez household has a lot of good new and fun new events coming up! In case you missed me a little this week, I have this sweet new gig over at ::HOUSTON MOMS BLOG::,  so head on over and check us out! I can't say enough how awesome it is to be working with this group of ladies and to be guided by our fearless leader ::Kelly::! It's been a lot of fun so far! 

Hope you have a great weekend filled with endless adventures and great family time! 

 Next week will be filled with fun new post, including a Birthday post... wait for it.... 

Oh yeah...HAPPY FRIDAY THE 13TH.... BWAHA-HAHA-HAHA-HAHA-HA....

{Sidetracked} Mes de Agosto

It's August! {Hola Agosto!}

I am excited. I think I have said it a million times today but I honestly believe it; August is going to be a good month! 

A lot of fun activities scheduled. As everyone prepares to go "back" to school we just have a continuance of the school year. My kids are in daycare and they go to school, ALL the time. I know some kids would probably cringe but it's true, especially since this Momma got a new job back in May. 

Which is why we have been a little {or a lot} sidetracked. 

I mean between just now getting back on a schedule or routine again, all the daycare adjustments and work training; it's been hectic. Oh and did I mention the sicks? In July we were sick. All of us, for a while. I think we are finally back on track though. 

Which is difficult considering that for a while now I have not been one to follow strict schedules and routines simply because the organized chaos works best for us. I know that children need some structure and believe me we have structure, we just don't like to get stuck in the same routine or schedule everyday...I think it's my un-diagnosed ADHD. I can't sit still and I can't do the same thing over and over. I have tried. And, really I have been there and done that, and for some reason since I had the kids the less scheduling the better and things just seem to fall into place for us. Not saying we don't plan anything because we do but we just don't plan everything. 

What was I saying? You see sidetracked. 

It happens that quick. But, August will be my month to regain some control, some structure and some scheduling. I am exited, and happy. Cause, have I told you? I have a big announcement tomorrow. I can't wait! Agh! 

HOPE  YOU WILL JOIN ME, OH AND TELL YOUR AMIGAS {&AMIGOS} ABOUT IT. It's going to be fun! And, if you don't follow us PLEASE DO:

::FACEBOOK MOMMA::

::TWITTER MOMMA::

::PINTREST MOMMA::

{Time Capsule} Part Dos

I was literally in the shower when I thought about what I would include in our Time Capsule {TMI? Ha. Sorry!} But, I was and I thought of the following items and I may or may not add or include some things depending on how I decide to store them.

So, if you watch the video yesterday you will note that they suggest a waterproof metal container.

I am thinking a coffee can? Or a lunch box? Not sure. Have to really research that part....

Anyway. That's the first challenge.

The second one is, when we will open it?

I was thinking when the kids enter Kindergarten...BUT that's such a long time from now. I guess that's the point! {Ha.} So, about 5 years or so. Santi would be 7 and Camila would be 5. I think that they would be at a good age to understand what we did and why. {What do you think?}

Those things are debatable, I guess. {Ha.}

My Time Capsule Items will possibly include:

• Pictures{Of the kids and our family in 2011}
• Music {A CD or Two; Momma's Christian Music and Daddy's Salsa hits}
• Current Menus from restaurants that we go to and love
• An old cellphone; we have several that we are not using
• Newspaper clippings of the front page stories for August 2011 cause it will be then that we make it
• I want to include a list of our physical appearances {Age, Weight, Height, etc.} 
• I want to include a picture of our house and cars {in case we've become BILLIONAIRES in the next 5 years...we can look back at our humble beginnings...HAHAHA. Just sayin'.... I am totally joking. Hehehe.} 
• I want to include copies of this Blog and the previous one...as proof that I BLOGGED about it {Ha.}
• Maybe some baby items; blankie, toys, favorite movie list?
• And...then I got stuck... what else do you think would be an important or sentimental item that we could include?... totally open to suggestions here... considering I have never created a time capsule and all... {Ha.}

 To be continued......

**Note to Readers: Part Tres will come when we make our Time Capsule, which will probably be in the next month or so.... Thank You!!! Can't wait to see our finished product!!!

{Time Capsule} Part Uno

Ok, so I MUST BLOG ABOUT THIS....

Before my ears fall off!

Connie, why will your ears fall off?

Well for about 2 weeks now my Husband has been asking me..."Did you Blog about my idea?"

Now, if you know my Hubby you know his social status..is well... not so social! {Ha.} Don't get me wrong he is a super fun loving guy with TONS of personality..many people who get his sarcastic but real view of the world, LOVE him and see him for who he really is...a GREAT big hug-able, softy bear! With that said.

My Husband used to not be so fond of my idea of sharing...our life and now our children's lives and I must admit to a certain extent I agree with him. But, it's been almost 3 years since my Bloggy journey began and I have nothing but great stories and awesome feedback from my readers....{OH.MY.WORD. "MY" readers. Ha!}

Anywho. TIME TRAVEL. I mean...a TIME CAPSULE.

Another tidbit about my Husband; He is currently a Senior at the University of Houston {GO COOGS!}, his major is Construction Management. He has been employed as an Intern for a little over a year now. His first internship was last Summer. It took us on many great adventures! This year his Internship was in the city...Houston that is. They have small projects in different locations and he is learning as much as he can. One of his recent projects JUST SO HAPPENED to be right across the street from my office building! I know, pretty cool, considering I saw the building being fully restored from start to finish from my office window!!! And, come to find out, my Husband would join their team just as the project was finishing.

He came to downtown and did a walk through of the building. During this walk through the talk of a time capsule came up. Yes. Time capsules. He found out that many builders install time capsules in random places of the buildings and don't tell anyone where it is or that it's even there. My Husband being a History lover, thought this was above and beyond fascinating.

So, you guessed it. On our ride home that day...He sounded like a 5 year old coming home from show and tell. "And guess what little Jose brought to school today...A TIME CAPSULE! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!" {Ha, I love love love my Husband!}

His next words were A HUGE SURPRISE but music to my ears.... "YOU SHOULD BLOG ABOUT THIS! And see what others have to say!" {After my mouth dried out from having hit the floor, I said...SURE!}

So here I am. Writing about TIME CAPSULES.

Our idea is to actually make one, for our family! You know I Youtubed it ASAP! I am the Youtube How to Queen! I found a great video and in the next couple of months we will be making, yes...a Time Capsule... ::insert galaxy like Star Wars music here:: {Ha. I am sooo not making fun! My Hubby and I are total nerds and LOVE this kind of idea!!! No offense to nerds... seriously!}


I will be supplying a list of what we will include in our project tomorrow... keep in mind.....I thought this post out as I got ready for work this morning..so all the details are not quite ironed out....{HA.}


To be Continued.....

{30 from the Weekend}

30 Things I needed {more of} this weekend...

1. More time.

2. A laptop.

3. Extra person to help with the kids. 

4. To take more pictures

5. My Husband. 

6. A better camera....

7. More courage. 

8. Prayer

9. Patience.

10. More upper body strength

11. A better plan. 

12. Internet on my phone

13. An extra hand...

14. More words...

15. More hugs. 

16. More kisses. 

17. More time. {Did I say that already?}

18. a portable DVD player?

19. an Ipod. 

20. Better tennis shoes

21. a haircut..LOL. 

22. A better backpack

23. my notebook and pen. 

24. a good book

25. my rosary

26. My Husband...did I mention that one also?

27. More sleep.

28. MORE TIME.

29. Less sadness

30. More laughs and joy!

{30 About 30}

[I've never been scared of numbers. Like 30. I embrace it. I love it. It means a lot. Age represents time well spent, wisdom and lessons learned. I love 30!]

{30 Words or Less}

{This will be difficult. I want to start a picture challenge; I found one over at Breezy & Sonny! I need to work on my picture taking skills, that's all!}

{30 Words or MORE}

{My 30 days of 30 are almost over. I plan on starting many new ventures and moving forward with my Blog and my journey. We shall see what life will bring. So far. Life has been fair. Life has been LOVE. Life has been FAITH. And, honestly....I have no complaints, or regrets. Life is life and it must go on.}

[30 In my Bag]

30 things in my everyday work bag....

1. My Mom's Devotional Bible
2. My Jury Duty Summon for tomorrow
3. My Debit card
4. A pen
5. Pictures of my kids, a must!
6. My Cellphone
7. My lunch
8. A book I just started reading on my "down time" {Thank You for being Difficult}
9. My Monthly Planner
10. Coupons! SUPER SAVVERRRS.
11. My everyday thoughts notebook
12. Printout of Old Devotionals I love
13. Notes taken from my Joyce Meyers, Dr. Tony Evans and Joel Stockstill online video's 
14. Lip gloss...I think...
15. Extra hair ties
16. My rosary
17. Tylenol
18. Tissue Paper
19. Keys
20. Markers
21. My kids Birth Certificates {for our trip Friday}
22. My Wallet
23. Spare Change
24. Texas ID
25. A mirror
26. Receipts
27. An envelope I need to mail
28. a necklace
29. Insurance card
30. A menu to a Vietnamese Restaurant on Bellaire...

Ha. Pretty EASYY.

{30 Things I am Good @}

Ahi. Here we go.....

I am good at:

1. Multi-tasking
2. Thinking under pressure!
3. Remembering names...although...I am getting old...
4. Typing
5. Making Breakfast
6. Taking Pain
7. Scrabble {I think}
8. Making lists?
9. Giving Hugs! I am almost positive of this!
10. Listening.
11. Being constructive
12. Being Crafty
13. Making ice! Ha.
14. Caring for my Children
15. Loving my Husband
16. Planning parties
17. Proof reading
18. Editing...some times...
19. Figuring out techy things
20. Checking my email
21. Remembering to get the mail
22. Cleaning up my house...although it doesn't always work out that way
23. Straightening MY hair...
24. Remembering to brush and floss my teeth...good for those around me...
25. Dancing! Love it.
26. Loving on and kissing my children everyday all the time!!!!
27. Washing clothes..it's the folding I can do without
28. Planning trips!
29. Writing about random things
30. Dreaming up a little dream! Ahhh.

This is really getting harder than I thought...

[Thankful for 30]

There are soooo manyyyy reasons to be Thankful for but I will limit myself to 30, for the obvious purpose.

I am THANKFUL for:

1. My Husband-Rick Man
2. My Children-Santi & Cami
3. My Parents-They have taught me about life and then some.....
4. My Sister-She is a friend and so much more!
5. My Brothers-They are crazy!
6. For my Nephew Olin, he will forever be a younger brother to my children.
7. learning to Read and Write
8. having rights and a place within my community
9. having a stable and constant paycheck
10. all the Women of FAITH in my life these days!
11. Prayer
12. knowing WHO I AM, WHERE I WANT TO GO, AND WHAT IS RIGHT!
13. my Home, it may NOT be new but it serves a GREAT purpose
14. my Truck! It works and as of May 2011 IT'S PAID FOR! Say what?!?!
15. the ability to use all of my senses!
16. physical mobility.
17. my co-workers
18. The Internet {when it's used for good reasons}
19. Social Networks, they keep me connected with friends and family from afar!
20. my extended family!
21. my Husband's extended family- THEY ARE AMAZING SUPPORT!
22. My Mother-in-Law who watches my children
23. My Father-in-Law who is able to provide for his family so that my Mother-in-Law is able to stay home.
24. Being born in the US-Nuff said!

25. My Husband's education.
26. My Husband's Internship.
27. My Husband's friends, they are all GREAT men of Character and great examples to my Husband.
28. The Bible, I'd be lost without it.
29. My Church
30. Above All Jesus and my knowledge of Him, my Trust in Him. His un-failing Love and forgiveness.

{I COULD GO ON FOR DAYS!}

{30 films of 30}

{Again...in noooo particular order!}

1. The Dilemma {Because we watched it last night!}
2. Dirty Dancing {Because Rick saw it for the first time Friday night!}
3. The Bucket List
4. FootLoose
5. Pretty Woman
6. The Notebook
7. The Godfather {my husband made me see it...a million times!}
8. Lord of the Rings
9. Runaway Bride {Anything with Julia!}
10. Bourne Identity {Anything with Mattttttt!}
11. Sweet Home Alabama {yes!}
12. How to loose a guy in 10 days
13. The Fighter
14. Slumdog Millionaire {LOVE}
15. Gran Torino
16. The Social Network {a MUST}
17. Toy Story 3 { A GAZILLION TIMES!}
18. Children of Men
19. Hope FLOATS {Anything with Sandra!}
20. Transformers
21. GREASE!
22. Prince of Persia
23. Iron Man
24. La Bamba
25. School of Rock
26. Big Daddy
27. Wedding Crashers
28. Man on Fire
29. Love and Other Drugs
30. No Country for Old Men

{ SOOOO MANNNNYYYYYY MORE!}

{30 tv shows}

OKKKK. IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER:

1.PUNKY BREWSTER
2.DOOGIE HOWSER,MD
3.BOY MEETS WORLD
4. FRIENDS
5.BEVERLY HILLS 90210
6.GENERAL HOSPITAL
7. MICKEY MOUSE CLUB {YES!}
8. ALF
9.FRESH PRICE OF BELLAIRE
10.THE REAL WORLD
11.BIG BANG THEORY
12.FAMILY MATTERS
13. FULL HOUSE
14. KIDS INCORPORATED
15. AMERICAN IDOL! {You already  know!}
16. HOME IMPROVEMENT
17. THE COSBY SHOW
18. IN LIVING COLOR
19. MR. BELVEDERE
20. MARTIN
21.THE NANNY
22. HANGIN'WITH MR. COOPER
23. WILL AND GRACE
24. SABRINA {THE TEENAGE WITCH}
25. FAMILY TIES
26. 8 IS ENOUGH
27. CHARLES IN CHARGE
28. SILVER SPOONS
29. GROWING PAINS
30. OUT OF THIS WORLD

{THERE ARE SOOOO MANNNYYY MORE! But, I bet some of these will take you down memory lane..if you are my age... HA!}

{30 FAVORITE websites}

~Favorite websites and blogs~


1. Google

2. Amazon

3. Blogger

4. Facebook

5. Twitter

6. Yahoo

7. http://www.dooce.com/

8. http://www.biblegateway.com/

9. http://www.khou.com/

10. Wellsfargo {You already know}

11. http://www.parenting.com/ {For obvious reasons}

12. http://www.blogsbylatinas.com/

13. http://www.latina.com/

14. Kraft Foods

15. http://shine.yahoo.com/

16. http://www.hobbylobby.com/

17. www.uh.edu {NUFF SAID!}

18. ETSY {I WAS OBSSESED FOR A WHILE…but have NEVER bought anything! }

19. Shutterfly

20. http://patriceandmattwilliams.blogspot.com/

21. http://www.othersuchhappenings.com/

22. KSBJ.org

23. Proverbs 31

24. JOB SEEKING SITES! {Ha.}

25. http://lysaterkeurst.com/

26. http://www.target.com/

27. http://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy

28. Anything about crafts

29. Anything about Blogs {mostly Techy stuff these days}

30. Sites and Blogs on Faith, Family and Freinds....

{30 things I make lists for..}

Ok, I have some catching up to do..I didn't know how easy finding these list topics would be and if I could follow through but so far...so good!


{This one reminded me of FAMILY FEUD}



1. Groceries


2. Things To-Do at work


3. Packing for a trip


4. Packing Baby’s Diaper bag


5. Chores to do


6. Friends I have to call


7. Invites to send out


8. Party Planning


9. Emails I have to send


10. Websites I want to look up


11. Places I want to go


12. Blogs I want to write


13. Pictures I want to download


14. Wish lists


15. Upcoming Birthday’s


16. Blog Lists {Ha.}


17. Thank You notes I have to send out


18. Orders I need to complete


19. Appointments that need to be made


20. Renovations I want to do to my house


21. My dreams


22. Books I want to read....


23. My Goals


24. Dinner


25. Things Ricardo’s needs to get done


26. Things I need for the kids for our week


27. Things Ricardo’s mom needs for her house for our kids for the week


28. Crafts I want to do


29. New things I want to try out


30. Finance Matters?






{wow this one was an easy one!}

{Part of my 30's lists} Mommy Wish List. ♥

I know this is a bit selfish... but I have a few items {for myself} on my wish list especially this year....

{30 things on my Mommy Wish list or to-do list}

1. New clothes.
2. New shoes.
3. New makeup.
4. More time for my kids.
5. More time for me.
6. More time with my Hubby.
7. More date nights with my Hubby.
8. To find a new Church. 
9. To loose about 10 more lbs and not gain the almost 30 that I have already lost....
10. New haircut {if I have the guts}
11. More time to craft and blog. 
12. To go to the Beach. 
13. To see my Aunt in Detroit, soon. 
14. To get Camila's baptism plans complete {I've already thought of the God-Parents; we just need to ask them}
15. Find a new job. {HUGE sigh}
16. Get  pictures done with my Hubby and kids.
17. Have Thanksgiving dinner at my house.
18. Plan Santi's 2nd Birthday
19. Plan Cami's 1st Birthday
20. Spend more time with my Girlfriends.
21. Attend Bible Study
22. Sign up for a Church Group
23. Visit my Grandmother.
24. Buy myself a James Avery Bracelet.
25. I want to give more money at Church.
26. I want to see about opening an Etsy account.
27. I want to take a Business class {Accounting and Business Organization}
28. I want to take my GRE
29. I want to have a Business meeting...
30. I want to fly away... sometimes...

Eeeeek I think that makes me...caught up...on 30's lists until tomorrow that is!

{30 things I saw today!}

Today I saw {Really it's from my weekend!}:

1. A Yorkie. I [heart] Yorkies! They are soo my favorite doggie!

2. An awesome Camera..I so wish I had!

3. Ants. All over my Diaper bag....

4. Cupcakes. They were good.

5. Doritos. I had not had them in a while.

6. Cash. I hardly ever have cash! 

7.  A new home. [Not mine. I wish!] 

8. A cute pair of sandals I want for Cami.

9. An Olive Garden bad.....{drooling}

10. Pink Toe nails.

11. A messy house. {Mine of course! It was horrible}

12. A clean kitchen after 2 days of mayhem!

13. A finished photo project.

14. A cute shirt. I need new clothes.

15. An awesome car.

16. A freeway.

17. Pretty flowers in the entrance of our neighborhood.

18. A messy garage.

19. A tiny grill.

20. A big grill.

21. Swim gear.

22. A cute haircut, not mine!

23. Did I mention Cupcakes..yes both days..they were good...but bad for me!

24. Coke. {Nuff said}

25. Violet {Puppy Pal}

26. Determination.

27. Consistency.

28. Faith.

29. Love.

30. My unpolished nails {hands and toes!}

{30 things I like to do}

I had to do easy lists since I am behind a couple of days...


Here we go:

{30 things I like {love} to do}

1. Well DUH. I love to BLOG.
2. I love to share.
3. I love to talk!
4. I LOVE spending time with my Family {Hubs, Cami and Santi-most the time}
5. I love creating. 
6. I love crafting {Or "Hobby-Lobbying" as my Husband loves to call it. He gets a kick out of it!}
7. I love shopping for my craft projects.
8. I love to EAT!
9. I love to write.
10. I love reading and will pick up a new book soon! It's a must!!
11. I love thinking of new ideas...
12. I love watching my favorite shows on TV {Come on Idol, Big Bang and Biggest Loser!}
13. I love searching for new Blogs! {I've made a couple of consistent Bloggy finds!}
14. I love to Daydream! {I'm a Dreamer...::sigh::}
15. I love taking pictures of my children and sharing them.
16.  I love taking my kids to the park!
17. I love quiet alone time.
18. I love to sleep in...although I have not done that much lately! {Not that I can't but my body just wakes up everyday at 5:30 no matter what is going on! }
19. I love dressing my little Cami up and taking her out with me!
20. I love running around in my backyard with my son!!
21. I love talking to my Husband about what we will do in the future {God willing that is....}
22. I love planning PARTIES!!!!
23. I love talking on the phone with my sister and my mom....
24. I love browsing websites for new blog design ideas.
25. I love walking in our neighborhood and meeting new neighbors.
26. I love to dance...although we haven't gone in a long time.
27. I love to help others and volunteer...haven't had much time the last almost 3 years.
28. I love organizing events {I have a good one in the works}
29. I love going to Church with my family.
30. I love being me and bringing smiles to peoples faces!

Whew! Next one... 

{30 Emotions}

30 Things that I am today.....

1. Blessed.
2. Drained.
3. Tired.
4. Sleepy.
5. Full. 
6. Faithful.
7. Hopeful.
8. Exhausted.
9. Sad.
10. Concerned.
11. Inquisitive.
12. Annoyed.
13. Bumped.
14. Confused.
15. Amazed.
16. Thankful.
17. Friendly.
18. Loved.
19. Loving.
20. Caring.
21. Thoughtful.
22. Creative.
23. Inspired.
24. Motivated.
25. United.
26. Supported.
27. Supportive.
28. Seeking.
29. Lovable.
30. In Need.

In all I think the good outweighs the bad and THANK GOD it's Friday!

I don't think I could have handled another day in this work week!

(30 on the playlist}

{30 Artist on my playlist today}

I sorted them alphabetically...can you tell..hehehe.



1. Adele


2. Aaron Shust


3. Alejandro Sanz


4. Aventura


5. Ayiesha Woods


6. CAMILA


7. Casting Crowns


8. Dixie Chicks


9. Drake


10. The Clark Sisters


11. Fergie


12. George Straight


13. Green Day


14. Gwen Stefani


15. Hoobastank


16. Israel and New Breed


17. Jars of Clay


18. Jason Mraz


19. Jeremy Camp


20. John Legend


21. John Mayer


22. Joni Lamb


23. Julio Jaramillo


24. Kirk Franklin


25. Los Horoscopos de Durango


26. Los Lonely Boys


27. Marvin Sapp


28. Matthew West


29. Michael Buble


30. Ricky Martin {You already know!}