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You are here: Home / Uncategorized / Tis the Season for Parties!

Tis the Season for Parties!

March 31, 2011 by Maureen Spell 34 Comments

 

As many of you know, I’ll be throwing a little party here on my blog and on my Facebook page next week, April 4-9th. This is to celebrate my 2nd year blogging, my birthday, and to celebrate you!

In case you are a new viewer, let me tell you a little about what goes on here at Spell Outloud:

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I’m a former elementary school teacher who now has a classroom of 6 students at home. My oldest is 12yrs. old and my youngest is 5mo. (This is our Christmas picture—it’s the only picture with all the kids in it). We are a Christian homeschooling family living in the Midwest. My blog has nothing to do with spelling—but is a play on my last name.

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I like to share activities that I do with my toddler and preschooler. I also write an ABC column over at Totally Tots which focus on Letter of the Week activities.  Here are some of my toddler/preschool features:

Read and Do: Activities centered around books
Crafts
ABC Printables
Toddler Time
Bible Crafts

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I also love to do reviews. The photo above was taken while reviewing an online cooking class for kids. I mainly do educational reviews, family-friendly product reviews, and children’s book reviews.

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I invite you to come stop in and join the fun here next week. I’ve got several give-aways and freebies lined up. Be sure to follow along on Facebook, as special party favors will be listed there (I’ve posted a couple of sneak previews.)

If you are visiting from the Ultimate Blog Party, feel free to look around and subscribe to this blog so you don’t miss anything! Thanks for leaving me a comment letting me know you were here. 🙂

(Aww, my kids look so little—-My Ultimate Blog Party Post from last year)

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  1. oh amanda {impress your kids} says

    April 1, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Fun! I love your blog! And the pic of your little girl with the purple poncho on–she is ADORABLE!

    Reply
  2. Mozer says

    April 1, 2011 at 12:35 am

    LOL! Every time I look at her in that picture it makes me smile 🙂

    Reply
  3. Layton Family Joy says

    April 1, 2011 at 1:01 am

    NO WAY – your oldest is 12!!! I never knew that! How did I miss that?? haha – love the photos (and of course your blog)!!

    Reply
  4. Tammy says

    April 1, 2011 at 8:41 am

    Just started following your blog. Lots of great ideas. Beautiful children–what a blessing!

    Reply
  5. Mozer says

    April 1, 2011 at 9:40 am

    Thanks Tammy!

    Stef—you are the second person this week who just learned I have a 12yr. old! I think I need to feature her more often!

    Reply
  6. JDaniel4's Mom says

    April 1, 2011 at 9:53 am

    I loved getting to see a picture of all your kids!

    Reply
  7. MadameDeals says

    April 1, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    I am your newest fan from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011. I would really appreciate it if you follow me back through Google Connect Friend. I have a lot of contest going on Madame Deals. $25 amazon gift card, Vera Bradley purse, $100 in jewelry, 200 cut coupons, bare minerals gift pack, $30 for an organic outfit, $75 P&G products, and the chance to win $1000. Thank you Amee

    Reply
  8. Sarah Lynne says

    April 1, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    I am a new follower from the Ultimate Blog Party!!! Have a Great Day!!

    Sarah

    http://www.sarahsblogoffun.com
    http://www.twitter.com/SarahsBlogOfFun
    http://www.facebook.com/sarahsblogoffun

    Reply
  9. Living on Love and Cents says

    April 1, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    I am glad I stopped by. 🙂 I am now following you via gfc. I am from http://www.livingonloveandcents.com Please stop by some time! I have a car seat giveaway on my blog party post! I look forward to reading more from you! ~Heather
    http://www.facebook.com/livingonloveandcents
    http://www.twitter.com/loveandcents

    Reply
  10. Shelly says

    April 1, 2011 at 2:12 pm

    Stopping by from UPB11. Great to meet you!

    There are so many fun blogs to visit! If you have time, I hope you’ll stop by:

    http://atticgirl.blogspot.com/2011/04/welcome-to-ultimate-blog-party-2011.html

    You can enter to win a $25 Gift cert to my eBay store to spruce up your spring/summer wardrobe (details on post)
    Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  11. April says

    April 1, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    Hi! I see you feature Reviews and/or Giveaways. I would like to invite you to add your blog to my “Review and Giveaway Blog Directory” if you haven’t already . Hope you’re having a Sweet Week!

    April
    A Mommy’s Sweet Blog Design
    Custom Blog Design, Free Blog Tutorials, Buttons, & Template

    Reply
  12. wacki04@TheKing'sCourt IV says

    April 1, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    New follower from the UBP! Hope you can stop by and return the follow 🙂

    Cristi
    http://thekingscourt4.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  13. Erin @ Closing Time says

    April 1, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    It will be great to meet you at Relevant…so fun! Congratulations on your 2 year blogging anniversary next week. (Don't tell, but I completely missed mine at the beginning of March! OOPS!)

    Reply
  14. Rusheika says

    April 2, 2011 at 9:54 am

    Happy Blogiversary!!

    Reply
  15. ababynanny.com says

    April 2, 2011 at 10:36 am

    That is a very sweet picture!!! I like this site!!

    Reply
  16. MadameDeals says

    April 2, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    I am your newest fan from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011. I would really appreciate it if you follow me back through Google Connect Friend. I have a lot of contest going on Madame Deals. $25 amazon gift card, Vera Bradley purse, $100 in jewelry, 200 cut coupons, bare minerals gift pack, $30 for an organic outfit, $75 P&G products, and the chance to win $1000. Thank you Amee

    Reply
  17. Mary @ Giving Up On Perfect says

    April 2, 2011 at 12:24 pm

    Happy(early) bloggy birthday! I started blogging in early April, too, although four years ago. I hope you have tons of fun at your parties!! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Diabetic Snacker Giveaways says

    April 2, 2011 at 1:42 pm

    I'm Here from the UBP11 adding you to my blog roll page.
    Thanks for a great prize! Let's swap buttons. My Ultimate

    blog party post
    barb g.
    directorylanesuperstore(at)gmail.com

    Reply
  19. carma says

    April 2, 2011 at 9:11 pm

    such sweet kids! Cool that you have your own "classroom" at home. Hope you are enjoying UBP!

    Reply
  20. Michelle says

    April 2, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    You write for totally tots???? I'm a devoted follower to tots!! LOVE it over there. use the verses each week and my 5 year old has every song memorized through S. I LOVE that. What a great way to learn verses. We are almost done with the songs for saplings though. 🙁

    My 3 year old just learned his first letter sound: T

    LOL

    I'm boring. LOL

    Good to meet you. Hope to see you around.

    Reply
  21. Cher says

    April 3, 2011 at 12:30 am

    New google friend!

    Stopping by from the Ultimate Blog Party 2011!
    Hope you’ll visit my party: http://momandmore.com/2011/04/2011-ultimate-blog-party-welcome-to-mom-and-more.html

    Reply
  22. Jolene says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:16 am

    Hopping over from UBP11, my first. You have a fun blog here and adorable children. I hope to see you around.

    Reply
  23. shopannies says

    April 3, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    stopping through on my UBP party route. Sounds like you all are having lots of fun. I am following your blog and would love for you to stop by my blog as well at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

    Reply
  24. Mom of the Twinkies and Tot! says

    April 3, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    What a fun family! I am a first grade teacher so always love finding homeschooling blogs!

    Hope you are having fun at this year's UBP 2011! I know I am!

    Reply
  25. Susanmeep says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    I am following you (suelee1998) from the blog hop party, you have a great site. Would you like to follow me back? http://susansdisneyfamily.blogspot.com/
    thank you 🙂

    Reply
  26. Jessica says

    April 4, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    YAY!! Its my first year participating in the UBP and I am so excited!!

    Hey! I am visiting from the Ultimate Blog Party! Please head over to either or both of my blogs (and become a follower if you aren't one already):

    So Stylilized is where I am currently offering FREE Custom Blog Designs at http://sostylilized.blogspot.com

    Jessicas Lil Corner is where I blog about family and life at http://jessicaslilcorner.blogspot.com

    Have a very blessed week! :0)

    Reply
  27. What's in a name.. says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Following you via UBP. Hope you will folow me too @ http://masalabowl.blogspot.com/2011/04/day-298-ultimate-blog-party.html

    Reply
  28. Ellie-A Little of This and a Little of That says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:09 pm

    Hiya from the UBP'11. I'm following you now and would love it if you could drop by A Little of This and a Little of That and follow back. I hope you have a fab week!
    http://alittleoftheother.com

    Reply
  29. Denise says

    April 6, 2011 at 8:11 am

    Stopping by to say ‘Hi’ from my 5 Minutes for Mom Ultimate Blog Party 2011 link-up! What a great blog you have and I will be following! Stop by and say ‘Hi’ back! I have blog parties on Tuesday and Wednesday’s that may interest you. Tuesday is Tutorial & Thrifty Treasures Tuesday. Wednesday is What’s Cookin’ Wednesday. I am also looking for guest posts on home décor and crafts if you are interested.

    Denise
    Extreme Personal Measures

    Reply
  30. Candice says

    April 6, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    Hi! I love your blog!
    I'm new to blogging and to UBP, so if you get the chance, please stop by my blog. When I hit 100 followers, I will be giving away 1 lavender essential oil to 1 lucky winner…so tell your friends!

    http://frankandcandice.blogspot.com

    Reply
  31. Anne says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    Hi! I'm stopping by from the UBP. Nice to meet you! I am a new follower : )
    I have two blogs, and I'd love for you to stop by when you get a minute. Thanks!

    http://giveawaycorner.blogspot.com/ (A free giveaway every weekday)
    http://anne-somekindofwonderful.blogspot.com/ (Family blog)

    Reply
  32. Trulie Scrumptious says

    April 6, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    Hey! just stoppin by for the blog party. LOVE your blog and are proud to say we are your newest followers and {blog} friends. We'd love for you to come check out our new blog and be our newest follower and {blog} friend as well..much love
    trulie-scrumptious.blogspot.com
    mitchandroz.blogspot.com (family blog)

    Reply
  33. Brandi says

    April 7, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    Wow you have quite the family there! Very beautiful. Can't wait to hear more from you (following via GFC). If you get a chance stop by for a visit! http://www.flipflopmama.com/2011/03/ultimate-blog-party-2011.html

    Reply
  34. TanyasTreasureTrove says

    April 8, 2011 at 12:08 am

    Hi! Following you from
    UBP! Hope you visit me
    and return the follow!
    :0)

    Reply

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