Before and After

Friday, January 6, 2012

WAKE

Ship wake. Credit: Yosemite James via Flickr.

Offshore wind farm wakes. Via.

South Georgia Island cloud wake. Credit: NASA.

Island wakes, Canary Islands. Via Flickr.

Aircraft turbulence wake. Via.

Ship track wakes in the clouds, North Pacific. Credit: NASA.

Comet wake. Credit: NASA via.

Bioluminescent dolphin wakes. Credit: Ammonite via National Geographic.

Icebreaker wake. Via.

Iceberg wake. Via Wikimedia Commons.

Crabeater seal wakes, Southern Ocean. Credit: Steve Nicol via.

Penguin wake. Via.

Ship bow-wake with bow-riding dolphins. Via.

Von Karman vortices, Aletian Islands. Credit: USGS.

Sea turtle wake. Credit: Rosa Say via Flickr.

Sea turtle wake. Via RedBubble.

Surf wake. Via.

Christmas Photos

I know Christmas is over but I just wanted to share a couple photos with you! Smile

Here is Grace freaking out about her playmobile. My kids love this stuff!!

I had to show to cranky pic, lol! He was a big crank all morning for some reason.

We went to my Mom’s house Christmas day.

There were lots of goodies!

She had everything so cute!

We had a ton of appetizers.

Here is my brother and sister-in-law! She went into labor that night.

We played scramble. (I am the one freaking out, lol. They were trying to cheat, haha.) Yes, I went darker with my hair.)

Here we are about to open presents.

We had a great Christmas!!! I hope you did too!!

Have a great day! :)

Bonnie

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Winter Days

When you look at your life, the greatest happinesses are family happinesses.
- Joyce Brothers

What are some of your family’s favorite winter activates?

Have a great day! :)

Bonnie

"Health Over Everything"

Hey all! I have a guest post from a mom on a mission! She has a new healthy lifestyle series starting on her blog and wants to let you know that you are all invited!!! Smile

So here is Latoya!

Hi Everyone!

I am so excited that Bonnie allowed me to share with you something that I thought may be of interest to each of you who are on a mission to live healthier lives!

My name is Latoya and I blog over at The Scott's Crib and I have something very exciting to share with you today as I embark on a year long mission to help as many families as possible live healthier lifestyles! 2012 is now staring at us and many of us make New Year's resolutions only to give up around March even though our intentions were pretty darned good.

I never make resolutions because I know where it's going to end up so I thought about this past year and my quest for healthier living. After perusing over some of the things that I have done, incorporated, and eliminated this year I decided to challenge myself even further in 2012.

I don't want to do this by myself.

One of my goals for 2012 is to get at least 6 families on board (I would love more!) with me and take on the motto "Health Over Everything".

So what is the Healthier Crib and Family Challenge?

This challenge has been created to help get as many people on board to living a healthier life and incorporating green living within their lifestyles. Each month I will write a post about a new recipe, new remedy, supplement, product, game, or activity that either myself or my crib has incorporated for this challenge. Some may be vlog posts, guest posts, or informative posts, but either way once a month the information will serve as a purpose to help you.

What do I need you to do?

Join Me! Your participation could simply involve making an effort to walk everyday, quit smoking, or give up a bad habit! Or perhaps someone in your household suffers from a chronic condition and you want to make positive changes that will influence them in a powerful way. Maybe you have just been in a rut and need some simple system that is easily accessible to hold you accountable!

Each month there will be a link up. You can link up anything so that we all can hold each other accountable on our mission for healthier living. You can link up cleaning rituals that incorporate non-toxic cleaning methods, new recipes you have tried, exercise routines etc. You can also link up testimonials about any methods or products you have tried, or how the challenge is helping you on your journey towards healthier living. Any positive change you make in your lifestyle, big or small, is welcomed!

The first link up party will be January 16th. Each post and following link ups will be every month on the 16th as well. Every month I will choose a giveaway winner using random.org. The winner will win a challenge related prize that will help them through out 2012.

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Have a great day! :)

Bonnie

11 Bathroom designs for Kids and Teens!

Designing bathroom for kids can be a interesting project. The two most important aspect are 'fun' and 'safety'. Teens and kids have their favourite themes, characters and choices and designing their bathroom around it would make them feel so special. Include bright cheerful colors to invigorate the ambiance.

One highly recommended tip is to keep the walls and cabinetry neutral, or toned down. It would be easier to change theme and decorations as kids mature and preference changes. Include colorful bath curtains, decals, mirrors and mats in bright colors that pop and enliven the space.

Jungle theme kids bathroom idea all done in pastels and just the right amount of blue for boy's bath. Love the decal/hand-painted motifs on the wall. It just ties the look perfectly!

Frilly, flowery and so girly! This bathroom is popping with bright colors. I love the many diy craft projects in it. Modpodge an old mirror with matching fabric. Hot glue frilly lace on light scones, sew them on towels and the Best one, stitch some scattered silken rose petals on the shower curtain!

Every kid goes through LEGO phase! This kids bath has red-white-blue color combination. The only accent color is yellow in the scattered Lego pieces. Simple yet fun :)

This is a good design for teen bathroom. Elegant and sophisticated yet girly with bows. An unusual striped wall is the focal interest and the rest of the accessories ties up for a tidy elegance.

Black and white is a rather over powering combination for a kids bathroom. But bring in a cute zebra and its a bathroom transformed. Beautiful, clever use of decals and accents can make all the difference!

I heart this yellow rubber ducky themed bathroom! The neutral wall and cabinetry makes allowance for future transformations. Ducky shower curtain, step stool and mat clearly makes it a kids room.

Teens love to have everything personalized! This Hawaiian themed bathroom is really a neat idea. Use wall decals and some colorful bath fixtures for a beautiful girls bathroom. Simplify :c)

Uber modern and elegant! This maybe for the teen in you or a young adult. The details are breath taking. Very feminine yet not over the top. Love the fine balance!

This a little sailor's dream come true! Nautical themed bathroom for kids. Absolutely love all the details. The boat bath caddy, lighthouse on the window, ropes accent on window valance. Each detail is immaculate!

Rustic themed, cabin decor bathroom for little ones! There are many wildlife details that have been used with so much tought. Perfect for shabby rustic look. Chic country style.

Underwater theme is one of kid's favorite! Easy to decorate, looks for curtains, accessories and decals to complete this transformation. Light on budget and kids will love to spend time in this awesome space!

Kid's space has always been my favorite!! Love how it can be colorful, imaginative and yet not overpowering. Do not go overboard when decorating, safety first always but delight your little ones with a bathroom designed specially for them. Custom decals and accessories is all you may need to cheer up their space. Inspired yet?! :c)