Time to upgrade!

Rob and I have been talking for a while about getting a bigger house. We have been causally looking on Zillow. Our house needed a few things done before we wanted to sell so we weren't really in a hurry. One day I went and checked out a house and I think it got me excited to start looking for a bigger house. 

The next weekend Rob had off, we went and looked at 2 houses on Sunday. One in Lodi and one in Galt. We looked at the Lodi house 1st and fell in love! It has everything we need! So much space! But we still wanted to check out the house in Galt since it had a pool. It was nice, but we really liked the Lodi house. 

So on Monday our amazing realtor, Eileen Schamber, contacted the seller and they weren't going to take any offers since the house was somewhat pending. So we were bummed. But later that day, they decided to take an offer from us! So we sent one over and they accepted! We were ecstatic!! So over the moon excited! But know we knew we had to get our house sold before we could get this one. 

We were in a mad rush since the photographer was headed over on Tuesday. I don't think I have ever work that hard to get the house picture ready in a day! It was crazy! We moved a ton of stuff into storage but we had it ready in time. 

The house went on the Market on Wednesday- yes... that same week! We had our 1st private showing on Thursday and 2 open houses over the weekend. We accepted an offer on Sunday or Monday, which put the new house into escrow! 

All that was done in a WEEK! Yes, just a week! Now we are a the end of the tunnel and just waiting for the closing date on our current house and our new house. We are so lucky to have Eileen as our Realtor not just because she is amazing, but because she knows us. She knows our kids and all about our crazy life. I knew she wouldn't let us buy a home that wasn't a good fit for us. 

Until next time- hopefully from our new house! 

Sara ;)

We started school a month ago--- Finally getting to this post!

School is back in...FINALLY! WE have been back in school for a month and I life has not slowed down! We had a great summer but I am happy to have the kids back in school! But first a little about our summer break.

We had a busy Summer! I have gone a little quite due to being worn out from all we have been doing plus working and Mason being a night owl! I might need to get him the book Go the F**K to sleep by Adam Mansbach. He has hit a rough patch and wants to go to be late.... and I mean LATE! I just put him to bed and its 11:05PM. He is wild from start to finish with 1 nap during the day. If you know some tricks or some vodoo shit.... I will take it gladly!

The kids took a Jiujitsu summer camp for 2 weeks at Valley Fit in Stockton and they LOVED it! Great people and great training all the way around! The kids are begging to go back.

Then at work I had an Internal Audit.... Which is always fun! If you are a UPSers, then you know the joy of always getting ready for KETER! But, I get to spend time with some great co-workers when they are here so I don't mind!

Then the kids went up to Truckee for a few days! Lucky kids! They got to go swimming, and crawdad fishing and all kinds of outdoor stuff! Auntie Katie and Papa Jack are the best! We love them and are so thankful that they love our kids just like there own grandkids!

Last but not least, we celebrated Masons 2nd Birthday! I can't believe he is 2 already! He is such a wild boy at heart and always keeps us on our toes. Especially since he can reach inside the sink... HELLO knives!! He is such perfect fit to out wild and crazy family!

Towards the end of our summer, we headed off to Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park  for our annual Mooney Family camping trip!

And guess what?!? We are selling our house! But more about that on the next post!

Until next time!

Sara ;)

Maker Monday- 4th of July items

4th of July will be here before we know it and will you be ready to celebrate America in style?!?

Well I've got just what you need! Head over to my Etsy shop and see all of the different red, white and blue items!

Plus- i'm having a sale on all 4th of July items! 25% off any item in the 4th of July Section in my  Etsy Shop! Plus a free gift with any order placed by the 4th of July!

America set- red white and blue set of 3 pairs ~faux druzy 

Price: $ 9. 37 - ON SALE!!

USA set of 3 pairs of earrings are here! These are perfect for anyone who loves America!  

Comes with:

• faux druzy red

• faux Druzy clear

• faux druzy blue

4th of July Bow! Red, white and blue burlap bow

Price: $ 6.00 - ON SALE!!

The bow reminds me of vintage America. It's the perfect bow for 4th of July! This bow is made of red, white and blue burlap. Any bow can come on a clip, barrette or a fold over elastic headband. Show how much you love your country today! 

Red, White and Blue set of 3 pairs ~ faux druzy

Price: $ 9.37 - ON SALE!!

USA set of 3 pairs of earrings are here! These are perfect for anyone who loves America!  

Comes with:

• faux druzy red

• American flag

• faux druzy blue

4th of July Set of 3 Mickey Mouse earrings in red, crystal clear and blue

Price: $7.87 - ON SALE!!

These are a perfect 4th of July gift for anyone who loves Disney! Mickey Mouse earrings! They are small so they are perfect for everyone!  

This set comes with:

 Red

Crystal Clear

 Blue

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America bow - red chevron on burlap ribbon - USA -

Price: $6.00 - ON SALE!!

Who doesn't love chevron with burlap?!? This bow is a burlap ribbon with a red chevron pattern. Finished off with a red velvet ribbon center and red fold over elastic headband. Can be out on a barrette or a clip.

USA Flag earring set

Price: $3.75 - ON SALE!

USA Flag earrings are a perfect way to show everyone you love your country!

Americana Bow! Red, white and blue polka dot burlap bow

Price: $6.00 - ON SALE!!

The bow reminds me of vintage America. It's the perfect bow for 4th of July! This bow is made of red, white and blue polkadot burlap. Any bow can come on a clip, barrette or a fold over elastic headband. Show how much you love your country today! 

And don't forget about your FREE GIFT!! 

So what are your favorite 4th of July items? 

Leave me a comment and let me know! 

Head over to Sara Nicole Designs Etsy Shop to shop! 

Use code: SNDBLOG to get 10% off on the rest of the shop that is not on sale or click HERE!

Watch out for more items from My Etsy shop: Sara Nicole Designs from me on Mondays! 

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Until next time!

Sara ;)

Last day of school!

This school year went by way to fast! This year Kellan and Arley had amazing teachers! I was able to help in their classes every Thursday. I love to see my kids in their classroom setting, playing with their friends and completing school activities together. Both kids seem to love when I help in their classes, but I'm waiting for the day they don't want me to help ;( But until then, I'll be in their classes helping out.

I'm a sucker for photo ops so I printed off some last day of school pictures- Which I found here: 

 

It was Hawaiian Day so the kids got to dress up! They always love to dress up on spirit days. 

I was able to leave work early and pick both kids up from school. I love getting pictures at school. There is just so much excitement. This years PTA was on top of it and had an End of Year photo op! 

I was able to snap a picture of Arley and Mrs. Costello when she released the kids one last time! Mrs. Costello is such an Amazing teacher. This is our 2nd time having her, and we hope to have her again once Mason gets into Kindergarten.

Then every year, I like to surprise the kids with Balloons at home waiting for them. I have done this ever since preschool and I love the reactions they have. 

After we stopped home for a few minutes, I took them to Tom's Used Book and Cold Stone. These kids love Tom's Used Books Store. Kellan loves finding WWII books and Titanic books and Arley loves the puzzles and all the cats roaming around. Then we walked across the street to Cold Stone and  had ice cream! 

We had such a wonderful last day of school! But we are ready for SUMMER! 

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Until next time

Sara ;)