Quick, before I get Sidetrack'd

It’s Party Time! Ultimate Blog Party 2010

Thoughtfully penned on April 9th, 2010 and generally concerning Blogging News, Ultimate Blog Party
Ultimate Blog Party 2010

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Welcome to Sidetrack’d! For those of you visiting from the Ultimate Blog Party 2010, thanks for stopping by; I hope you will hang out for a bit.

Chez Sidetrack’d consists of myself, my husband, tech guru, and all around great guy, Matt, and my little people – Little (3.5 years old), Boo (2 years old), and Baby Girl (3 months old). What’s that you say? We have our hands full? Why, yes, we do; thanks for noticing. We lead a crazy, hectic, and fun-filled life of kids books, activities, and toys with a little Mom and Dad time thrown in when we can.

Sidetrack’d came into existence a little over 3 years ago as a way to journal, connect, and help Momma maintain the small thread of sanity she had at that point. (Said sanity was subsequently lost upon the arrival of Boo, but that’s another story.) Over the years I’ve come to claim blogging as a hobby and have met some great people through this crazy little medium.

I don’t have anything big and impressive to attract your attention, just the ongoing story of this average family of five. I write about my kids, my faith, just the day to day of life. I hope you’ll stick around, follow along, and maybe get a laugh or two from time to time.

If you’re interested in learning more about me, check out the Ten on Tuesday and Meme sections of the archives. You’ll gain interesting, obscure, and sometimes bizarre insight into my person and life.

If you like what you see around here, I’d love for you to subscribe via RSS feed, or follow sidetrack’d on Twitter.

This year I also have the pleasure of sponsoring one of the UBP ’10 prizes: a Sleepy Wrap baby carrier in the winner’s choice of in stock color! Check out my review and be sure to add prize number USC-61 to your list of preferred prizes.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see you again soon. Happy partying!

A big thanks to 5 Minutes for Mom for throwing this great party each year. And, of course, there is a chance to take home one of many fabulous prizes. If I am fortunate enough to be chosen for a prize, my top three picks are:

USC 17 – $200 Apple Gift certificate from CmomGo

71 – $50 Bear Bucks Card to Build A Bear Workshop from Liza Schwab

49 – $25 gift card to Starbucks from Janice Yurek

If those are already taken, I would be pleased with any of the following: any of the Amazon, Target, or Visa gift cards, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 30, 33, 39, 50, 53, 61, 62, 69, 70, 75, 77, 84, 85, 91, 101, 107, USC4, USC5, USC13, USC19, USC22, USC25, USC30, USC33, USC43, USC57, USC63

Addendum: I have visited and commented on at least 20 blogs this week. (and added several to my reader!)

Noise from the peanut gallery

  1. Kelly from Kelly's Lucky You · April 9th, 2010 at 9:26 am

    Nice prize – I’m a big fan of baby wearing. I love remembering my daughter in her wrap so close to my heart. Rosie is four now and moving fast, everywhere and anywhere!

    I’m a new subscriber from UBP, I hope you’ll stop by my blog and subscribe back. There’s a fun game for the party and you can win a $25 Target gift card.
    Nice to meet you!

    Kelly
    http://KellysLuckyYou.blogspot.com (UBP #288)

  2. Staci A · April 9th, 2010 at 11:52 am

    Having kids is definitely a test of our sanity. I think I’ve almost lost it after one, I’d be scared to see what I looked like after 3!

  3. hyperactive lu · April 9th, 2010 at 11:52 am

    Oh- I love that first prize!!

  4. Fire Wife Katie · April 9th, 2010 at 5:08 pm

    Hi, nice to meet you! :D I have three young children, as well. If I could give a prize, it would be a nap for parents!

  5. Linda @ My Trendy Tykes · April 9th, 2010 at 5:38 pm

    Hello there! It’s nice to meet you. I love the clean look of your blog. I will have to check out some of your posts now : )

    I hope you enjoy the party!

  6. Cascia @ Healthy Moms · April 9th, 2010 at 5:54 pm

    Just stopping by from the UBP at Five Minutes for Mom. I love your site and am subscribing to your RSS feed. I would appreciate it if you visited my blog and did the same! I’m looking forward to reading more and getting to know you better.

    Cascia
    The Healthy Moms
    http://www.thehealthymoms.net/2010/04/welcome-to-healthy-moms-blog-party.html

  7. Joni · April 11th, 2010 at 5:47 pm

    Hi my name is Joni from Six Cherries on Top. Stopping by from the UBP. So nice to meet you. Hope you are having fun! All those prizes are divine. Good luck!

    Please come by and enter my giveaway for a headband set from Sugar Owl Design. Ends tonight at mid.

    http://sixcherriesontop.com

  8. Barbie & Joelle · April 12th, 2010 at 7:55 am

    Just stopping by from the UPB. We love your site and are subscribing to your RSS feed. It is so fun meeting other blogging mommies! Great partying with you & hope you can check out our site. We have a super fun Giveaway.

    Barbie & Joelle
    Sugar & Spice and Frugal Advice
    http://www.sweetfrugaladvice.com/2010/04/5-minutes-for-mom-ultimate-blog-party.html

  9. Barbie & Joelle · April 12th, 2010 at 8:00 am

    Tried to follow your RSS feed & it wouldn’t let me???

  10. Sabrina · April 12th, 2010 at 6:19 pm

    I totally hear you on the craziness life brings with kids! I have a 1.5 year old, and am due with our second baby this month! Oh, the craziness in our house!

    By the way, LOVE the sleepywrap! It’s in my top 3! :)
    Welcome to the party!

  11. The Praying Mom · April 13th, 2010 at 7:35 pm

    I’m your newest follower from UBP. I have a 5 year old, 3 1/2 year old, and 1 1/2 year old. Life is crazy with kids, but it’s a lot of fun along the way. Have a great week!

  12. Becca · April 13th, 2010 at 8:49 pm

    Hey Sidetrak’d!! Great name… I often feel that way myself.
    Glad to see you are keeping the party rollin’
    Come on by our place:

    http://inspiredgiftsblog.blogspot.com

  13. LaVonne · April 14th, 2010 at 8:47 pm

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love visitors. Come back by anytime. Have fun the rest of this week partying! ;)

    Blessings, LaVonne

  14. Tina H. · April 15th, 2010 at 10:22 am

    Hi, from the UBP! I’m like you in that I blog about my “regular” life in all its aspects. Hope you can stop in to see me (#225) this week: http://tinahollenbeck.blogspot.com/2010/04/2010-ultimate-blog-party.html.

  15. Nanette ~ AMomBlog · April 15th, 2010 at 11:44 am

    Hi. Just wanted to stop in and say Hi and thank you for stopping by my blog. Love meeting new friends.

    I hope you enjoy the rest of the UBP!

  16. RobynL · April 15th, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    Hi from UBP’10 and entering your contest. Just lovely items.

    yourstrulee(at)sasktel(dot)net

  17. Susan · April 15th, 2010 at 9:25 pm

    Hi, stopping by from the UBP… and having a blast blog hopping. :) Love your blog title- that happens to me all the time, lol.

  18. Cathy · April 16th, 2010 at 10:54 pm

    Happy UBP to you!! Thanks for stopping by at my blog! And, yes, I DO think you have your hands full! :)

  19. Lisa Mom of 2 Boys · April 16th, 2010 at 11:50 pm

    Glad you won from my blog – congratulations!

  20. Pamela M. Kramer · April 17th, 2010 at 12:01 am

    Hey Winner!
    You need these numbers to complete the prize form on the prize page – http://www.5minutesformom.com/ultimate-blog-party-2010-prizes/

    US55
    1239 Jana (sidetrack’d)

  21. Claudia @ cdmtx65 · April 17th, 2010 at 12:06 am

    also doing the Party Hop :) and having a Blast !

  22. Amy · April 18th, 2010 at 3:59 pm

    also doing the Party Hop :) and having a Blast !