Thank God it's March! - Personal

I am writing to share with you my most recent experience. My goal in this post is to let you know that everyone makes mistakes including me. I have been making large mistakes these past few weeks. I have to come to the realization that I am tired. I need more sleep and I can not do it all. I would love to be the perfect mom, wife, friend and co-worker, but I fell short these couple of weeks. I am tired. I have not given my body the rest that it needs, so it betrayed me this week. I fell asleep and couldn't wake up. I missed a major important thing. Sorry does not even begin to tell you how bad I feel. I wanted to cry, because I know that I could have done better and did not. I failed. I missed the mark and I disappointed others. That is the worst part is that I disappointed the people I care about the most.

My goal here is not to dwell on the failures, but to make it better. So I am saying good-bye to terrible February and hello to happy March. Yup... I am blaming it on February. (LOL)  What else is there to do?  By no means do I say that I am not responsible for my actions, but I am moving on from being upset. This month I know I will do better and I will give it my 150% in all my duties.

March is going to be the best month for me. How about you? Come with me and leave all the negative feelings, bad experiences and move forward with me. Let us do this together. Remember to only commit to what you can actually do verses what you may be able to do.

Here is what a good friend  told me once:

"You can't be everything to everyone."
- Anonymous

Here a few other quotes to help with March:

I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is to try to please everyone.
- Bill Cosby

God has given you one face, and you make yourself another.
- William Shakespeare

Happy Friday and hope all your dreams come true.

Alma

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"Izzy's Corner" Open House March 2nd

 

 

 

 

"Every child deserves to have love, food and shelter." Alma

The Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County is helping to supply food to those in need. This coming March they are hosting a Kids Volunteer program, "Izzy's Corner".  Getting our kids involved in volunteer work not only helps others, but it brings awareness and education to helping our community. I hope you sign-up and attend this great community event.

The local food bank "Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County" is hosting an open house for a kids only volunteer program on  March 2nd, 2013. They will be having refreshments, face painting, tours, and more! RSVP to   SpecialEvents@FeedOC.org

 

Come from 11am-2pm for an opportunity to help others in our community. Great way to teach your kids about giving back.  (*If you can bring a food donation. See the list below.)

 

Can not attend? No problem. There are other ways you can help. You may donate money or drop off food at anytime to the food bank.  Here is a list of most needed items:

Most Needed Items

Food Drive Most Needed Items
Non-perishable canned goods or dry food:

• Canned meats, fish, soup, fruits, vegetables
• Pasta, hot & cold cereal
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Rice
• Beans
• Peanut butter

Personal care items:

• Diapers
• Toothpaste and toothbrushes
• Toilet tissue
• Soap

* Please no glass containers or expired items.

Want to help from your computer? Start a Virtual Food Drive by signing up here
On-line Food Drive
Tell others about your community event to help The Second Harvest Food Bank.

Knotts Berry Farm’s Giveaway first ever Spring Fling!!!

Knotts Berry Farm’s first ever Spring Fling is coming  March 23 through April 7, 2013

 Knott's Berry Farm is one of the best Amusement Parks in Southern California per the Orange County Register 2012.  Known as the first theme park in Orange County, Knott's Berry Farm continues to surprise us with fun events like the upcoming "Spring Fling". The event promises to be the hit of the Spring Season for all ages. There is something for everyone and every age. I personally always enjoy the educational shows that Knott's Berry Farm has to offer. They are educational to me, because they bring history to life. They are the following:

1. Native American Dancers - Hoop Dance ( a form of Native American Storytelling)
2. Cowboy Antics - Costumes and character bring to life the wild west cowboy personalities.
3. Mystery Lodge - Captures the spirit of the Native American's
4. Marshall Purdy - A fun show to make you smile,
5. Fool's Gold Stunt Show - This is a fun and funny show to share with the kids.

Courtesy of Knott's

Knott's will  be hosting the following events on March 23rd with your paid admission:

• The Search for the Easter Beagle will have kids (3-11) scurrying across the park to find images of the famous beagle. All participants who complete the quest have a chance to win egg-mazing giveaways.
• Peanuts characters are doing in “Peanut’s Party in the Park,” a new interactive live show located in Charleston Circle.  This musical revue includes some of today’s top ten tunes that will have the whole family singing along. 
• The Big Boardwalk Board Games that is.  It’s family game night to the extreme as everyone becomes oversized game pieces in some of their favorite board games. From dominoes to tick-tack-toe – it’s game on!
•  At the Grande 3-D Art Show at the Silver Bullet midway, guests can step into life-size drawings of some of nature’s most beautiful spring scenery for priceless photo opportunities.  The park will also be filled with giant interactive displays that scream “spring! 
• For all those who get into art, Knott’s invites you to do so, literally.  At the Grande 3-D Art Show at the Silver Bullet midway, guests can step into life-size drawings of some of nature’s most beautiful spring scenery for priceless photo opportunities.  The park will also be filled with giant interactive displays that scream “spring!
• Knott’s Towering Topiary Gardens located in Wilderness Dance Hall will offering fresh food and international beverages for an additional fee.
• “Lucy’s Really Big Show” in Camp Snoopy features Lucy Van Pelt in her very own show at the Camp Snoopy Theatre. (These seasonal shows always offer such a fun time with the little kids.)
•  Spring Fling Dance Party in Fiesta Village will offer nighttime entertainment offering music for dancing. (Bring your dancing shoes and lets go dancing.)

The best part of the whole Knott's Spring Fling is that you pay regular admission and you get all these extras. Start your spring with some fun and join me on March 23rd at Knott’s  Berry Farm.  To make it more fun Knott's will have extended hours, from 10 am to 10 pm for families to take advantage of all the Knott’s Spring Fling entertainment offerings.  For information about the day you plan to visit and available discounts, call (714) 220-5200 or click on Knott's Berry Farm

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Disclaimer: All opinions expressed or implied are all my own. I did not get paid to post for Knott's. I have been given the opportunity to attend their Spring Fling and enjoy the day with my family. Again thank you to all involved

Wordless Wednesday - Richard Nixon Library ,Yorba Linda, CA

 

 

Leo Buscaglia - Learning and playing have a vital connection. #Quotes

It is not impossibilities which fill us with the deepest despair, but the possibilities which we have failed to realize.

-  Robert Mallet

 

Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. - William Butler Yeats

 

 

It is paradoxical that many educators and parents still differentiate between a time for learning and a time for play  without seeing the vital connection between them.

- Leo Buscaglia

 

Weekend Field Trip Ideas For Everyone.

March is around the corner and the weather is getting warmer, which is perfect for weekend "Field Trips" for everyone.  There are great opportunities to learn about ocean life, rodeo's and orange picking. Each field trip is great for all ages and requires very little money.


LOS ANGELES

Ends Mid March 2013

La Verne Heritage - Orange picking - This is one of the first field trips that my hubby took my kids on without me and it changed us. My family loved the whole experience. I suggest you take advantage of this great place and plan a field trip today.

Open on Saturdays from 9am to 3pm the address: 5001 Via De Mansion, La Verne, CA 91750
(909) 593-2862


ORANGE COUNTY

Dana Point Festival of Whales  - This festival  offers great opportunities to talk about the migration of the whales. The Ocean Institute is hosting several events. Please plan to attend early morning to get the best parking and the best of the event. It gets crowded.
Ocean Institute
March 2 - 3 and 9 - 10, 2013
During the festival weekends, a hands-on journey into the mysterious and fascinating world of whales will allow visitors to explore a variety of fascinating phenomena unique to these magnificent animals. There will be opportunities to examine how they communicate and eat, to see how pollution can affect them, learn how whales are different, and create fun children’s crafts.

Additional activities include animal feedings, ROV driving, and tide pool touch tanks.

Admission price is $6.50 for adults (13 yrs+) and $4.50 for children (3 -12 yrs); Children 2 and under are free. Members are free.
Seashore Interpretive Family Hike Guided family tidepool hikes through the Dana Point Marine Protected Area with Ocean Institute naturalists. Hikes are available on a first come first serve basis. Space is limited. Sign up at the front desk of the Ocean Institute after admission is paid, no additional charge.

OXNARD

Channel Islands Harbor - Celebration of the Whales Festival
SUNDAY March 24, 2013
10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
at the Farmers' Market, 3350 S. Harbor Blvd.
adjacent to Marine Emporium Landing
Channel Islands Harbor Farmers & Fishermen's Market in conjunction with the Channel Islands Harbor celebrates the migration of the Pacific Grey Whales. The event features live entertainment, whale and marine education exhibits, whale watching excursions, an arts & crafts market, children's activities, BBQ and seafood booths, and a certified Farmers & Fishermen's Market.
So you are more Inland and can't make it to the Ocean, then go to a local rodeo.

RIVERSIDE

Cal Poly Pomona Rodeo

Cal Poly Pomona 4th Annual College Rodeo
March 1 & 2, 2013
Ingalls Equestrian Center – Norco, CA

The annual Cal Poly Pomona Rodeo is scheduled for the weekend of March 1-2 at Ingalls Arena, located at 3737 Crestview Avenue in Norco. The rodeo begins 6:30pm Friday and 5:30pm on Saturday. Tickets are $5, with children 10 and under free. Come out and root for our team as we compete against 10 other collegiate teams!
For more information, contact Broc Sandelin at basandelin@csupomona.edu.




Disclaimer: I did not receive any payment or any form of compensation for posting these events. Opinions expressed here are all my own. Please contact the facilities to confirm the times and dates. Happy field tripping.