My real name is Kati. No, it is not short for anything and is a totally unoriginal 80's name. My blog name is Country Girl, City Life.
Family:
I am married to the greatest man in the world, Heath. Kind of cliche, I know. We have 2 beautiful children together, Serenity (2.5 years), and Caeden (3 months).
How did you start blogging?
Boredom. Really, I was tired of myspace and the lack of real creativity. I love meeting new people without all the fake profiles and naked women. Blogging has turned into an obsession that I plan to have for as long as blogger exists.
What is your parenting philosophy?
My parenting philosophy? Hmm. Well, I was raised by my grandmother.. and well, I spent more time caring for her than being a kid. I pretty much wanted kids. My mom was a deadbeat who took off to England to avoid child support, and my dad was never around. I really believe in being there for your children. You MUST be an example to them. They depend on you to teach them what is right and what is wrong. I want to teach my children the value of giving and hard work, as well as the appropriate time to have a good time!
You will never find me without......
My purse. I carry everything in there. It is an endless pit of books, clothes, makeup, bottles, toys, diapers.. and crushed food!
Day job:
I am a SAHM, for the present time. I am currently a full time nursing student in the evenings. I graduate this summer and will be eligable to sit for my LPN test. In January 2010, I will begin the LPN to BSN program and begin working toward my RN. I MAY in the future go for my Masters degree, but that is still undecided. Don't get me wrong, I love being a SAHM.. but at the same time I feel it very important to keep a part of myself for me.. and my life.
Favorite Stuff:
Music: Country.
Food: I love carbs. It's bad, I know.
Tv/ Movies: Have at least one show per night on the DVR. Right now, I am obsessed with "The Big Bang Theory". Totally funny.
Reading: I don't really have a lot of time to read things other than my school books, but I did receive a Twilight book from a blog swap and I look forward to reading it.
If you had to wear a T-shirt with your favorite saying on it what would it be?
"I'm the Mommy That's Why".. I say it a million times a day!
Favorite stores to shop at:
I LOVE Old Navy. I buy most of the kids clothes from there. I buy my jeans at American Eagle (P.S. They now carry extra long).
Other good stuff from Kati:
I love to work out. I have a pink yoga mat, pink boxing gloves, pink shoes, a pink Ipod, pink work out pants, pink weights. Did I mention I like pink? I love Ebay and shopping. I believe in hard work and dedication to your cause. I am the sports junky in our house, NASCAR and Steelers football all the way! I have no fashion sense which is one reason I am going in to nursing.. scrubs! I play too many video games. I am constantly trying to eat healthy. I am all about self improvement... I have a long way to go! I am a Starbucks addict. I didn't get my drivers license until I was 19. My life is a little unconventional, but I LOVE it! I love meeting new people and being the center of attention!
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Lunch out at PF Changs (our new favorite restaurant) Do you like Will's expression??? Do you love PF Changs too??
Will July 2007
One thing for sure is that I love music! I love all types and especially artists that have a story behind their music. When I am working on filling my customer's orders I like to pop in a great CD and brew a perfect cup of tea, when these two things happen I am most productive.
Will and his cousin. 
Let's just say I wash my hands a lot and since I do I need hand soap that doesn't dry my hands out. Just the other day I ran out of my favorite Bath & Body Works Foaming hand soap and had to use a brand I will not mention, after just a few days my hands were really dry. I just picked up this new scent Mint Nectarine and it is yummy. The Mint Nectarine is mild yet smells really good. I love the foam versions since I can also use them to wash Will's hands, he thinks the foam is fun. Running out of B & B handsoaps makes me just as panicked as running out of TP, if you know what I mean.
Photo by phoolanlevis
Name:
Lolli of Life Is Sweet.
Family:
I have been married to my husband for almost 14 years, and we have 5 great kids--ages 12, 9, 8, 6, and 3. The 8 and 3 year olds are my boys--the other 3 are girls.
How did you start blogging?
I started blogging in October 2007 after reading some friends' blogs. I was inspired and decided to jump on the blogging boat. I blogged about my family and our comings and goings pretty casually for a year, and then kicked things up in November 2008, when I started blogging daily.
What is your parenting philosophy?
My parenting philosophy? Hmm.....each child is different and each day 
is different for each child. In other words, there are no rules that are universal cure-alls, except LOVE. I jsut love my kids, teach them good principles, and take one day (or minute) at a time.
You will never find me without......My camera. I'm a little obsessed!
Day job:
I am a teacher by degree, and a mom by choice. I stay home with my kids, and blog and do photography on the "side." In my "spare time" I am helping develop and promote our new business, Peanut Butter~Language Learning That Sticks (www.peanutbuttersticks.com). It is the hardest thing imaginable to run a start up company and to put all our eggs in one basket. It's a pretty cool language learning program, so we're hoping for big things from it soon!
Favorite Stuff:
Music: Country!
Food: I love anything that's well-seasoned. Meat, pasta, you name it. I love to eat just about anything I didn't prepare.
Tv/ Movies: I love LOST. We don't have cable so anything we watch is either on DVD or online.
Reading: I love historical fiction. I recently joined a book club and have enjoyed reading lots of different types of books.
If you had to wear a T-shirt with your favorite saying on it what would it be?
Who knows?! Maybe "Smile!" since I'm always snapping a picture.
Favorite stores to shop at.....Strangely enough, my favorite store (the one I'd pick every time) is a thrift store called Unique. I get a thrill every time I find a great deal.
Other good things from Lolli:
I love blogging and all of the great women I've gotten to know through my blog. It's such an empowering place!
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