Real World Mom

A few days ago, I was invited to take part in previewing an event for a new AJ Wright store opening in Paterson, NJ.  An offer to combine shopping and blogging?  How could I resist?!

The challenge? How much could I buy for $100 at AJ Wright?

The journey began when they sent a car for us:

The car and our driver, Ralph. There’s a sign in the window that says, “Ms. Stacey”.

I enjoyed the ride:

We arrived at the store:

There we were met by Ashley and Keri, the friendly PR folks! Here’s a photo of Ashley and I:

They made us feel right at home, and even fed us delicious food, catered by a local restaurant.

We also received a goody bag, which included a snappy (purple!) Sony Webbie camera (woohoo!), a pad and pen to take notes, a calculator to tally our loot, and a $100 gift card (not in the photo, cuz, of course, I spent it!)!

Tim was such a trooper, they also gave him a $50 gift card! Thank you again, guys!

I have to say, I was immediately impressed with the layout of the store. You can pretty much stand anywhere and see where everything is (convenient, yes?). The signage is up nice and high, the store is brightly lit, and the aisles are wide enough to get a cart/stroller/wheelchair through without a fight. Love it! And, ladies, this is one of the best parts: the handbags are arranged by color! How awesome is that?!

As if that weren’t enough, each item has the price marked right on it!! I didn’t think anyone did that anymore!

Yes, these are Gloria Vanderbilt jeans for $9.99!!

I had a lot of fun shopping–especially with no guilt about the money I was spending!

Tim appreciated the way the men’s department was set up. Apparently, guys like to be able to see things at a glance, so, having the clothing hanging on the wall is a big plus for them.

So, how did we do?

Tune in tomorrow to see how Real World Mom–and Tim–spent $150 at AJ Wright!

*Special thanks to Tim for his love, support, and photography skills!*

A few weeks ago, I got a G1.  It is awesome!

Tim got one first, and, after playing with his (his G1!), I wanted one so badly I could taste it!  Since he and I share this extraordinary love of gadgetry (and he spoils me), he ordered one for me a day later.  (Thank you, honey!)

This is the coolest thing I have ever seen (besides my laptop, and my engagement ring)!  It is not a cell phone; it is a mini computer!!

Here is a shot of the home screen:

It looks like your desktop, doesn’t it?

There are actually three screens you can scroll to, giving you plenty of space to put icons, folders, shortcuts, or just to be able to see your wallpaper!

Here’s my second screen. Notice the Google search box?

My third screen is still empty. Isn’t my wallpaper pretty? (I currently have the same wallpaper on my laptop.)

I’m a text messaging freak! Look at all the room for text messages! And it shows the conversation between you and whomever you have exchanged texts with, in their own separate categories.

Here’s a shot of my Twitter application (Twidroid):

AND, I can play solitaire!

See what I mean? It’s a freakin’ computer! Oh, and I can make calls on it too!

Tim has started writing applications for the G1 (some pretty cool ones too!), which will hopefully be ready for release soon.  You can see his progress here:  The Inflatable Soapbox.

Have I mentioned how much I love my G1? 

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“There’s no one that comes close to you, could ever take your place.  Cause only you can love me this way…”

It’s quite fitting that this, such an important post, just so happens to be my 200th.

♥ WE’RE ENGAGED!! ♥
And I am the happiest woman on earth!

Only You Can Love Me This Way

Well I know there’s a reason
And I know there’s a rhyme
We were meant to be together
That’s why
We can roll with the punches
We can stroll hand in hand
And when I say it’s forever
You understand

That you’re always in my heart,
You’re always on my mind
But when it all becomes too much,
You’re never far behind
And there’s no one that comes close to you
Could ever take your place
Cause only you can love me this way

I could have turned a different corner
I could have gone another place
Then I’d of never had this feeling
That I feel today, yeah…

And you’re always in my heart,
Always on my mind
When it all becomes too much,
You’re never far behind
And there’s no one that comes close to you
Could ever take your place
Cause only you can love me this way

And you’re always in my heart,
You’re always on my mind
And when it all becomes too much,
You’re never far behind
And there’s no one that comes close to you
Could ever take your place
Cause only you can love me this way

Only you can love me this way.

Performed by Keith Urban
Songwriters: Steve Mcewan & John Reid

The newest member of our family is BlackJack. He is an 11-month-old Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix. What a sweet boy! Unfortunately, he has some socialization issues, but we are working on them. We got him from a family that just had too much activity for the little guy to handle.

He’s been with us for two weeks today. I can’t imagine my life without him now!