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This Is Quite The Blog Party! Add Your Blog To Turn It Up Tuesday!

Ever dream of having a day when you receive breakfast in bed, not one lick of housework is done - by you! - and the weather matches the mood of the day, which is 'lovely'.  Well, I had such a day on Mother's Day and I am so grateful to my family.  (Could we do it again soon?  I vote 'yes!')  How was your weekend?  Do tell.  I'm so happy to be a guest host for the blog hop Turn It Up Tuesday.  Add your blog link and meet some terrific Bloggers!

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Happy Mother's Day!!!!

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What did you moms out there do today? We'd love to hear it! Share it here on Turn It Up Tuesday!
Welcome to the 34th week of Turn It Up Tuesday! Thanks so much to everyone that joins us each week and makes this blog hop the best that it could be!


As you may know, Turn It Up Tuesdays is all about being happy, excited, energetic...and having fun! Link up your favorite posts and meet some awesome bloggers in return! Link up your funny stories, DIY posts, recipes, mommy moments -- anything at all, as long as it is family-friendly. We want to laugh, be entertained, be inspired, and have a good time!

SPONSOR OF THE MONTH

Angie from God's Growing Garden

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In addition to being our fabulous guest host this month, Angie is also an amazing blogger. With over 40 years experience gardening, cooking, baking & canning, Angie can definitely be considered somewhat of an expert in her field. Her blog, God's Growing Garden, focuses on helping her fellow 'backyard farmers' and features some great blog hops including The Great Blog Train and Wake Up Wednesday Link Party. Angie is also celebrating her 3rd blogiversary with a big giveaway...make sure to sign up!

Are you interested in having your blog or website featured in this spot? Then, sponsor Turn It Up Tuesday for a month! Click here! It's only $5 for an entire month! Use promo code: MAYFLOWERS all month for 50% off!

Welcome the lovely ladies of Turn It Up Tuesday!

TUT Hosts 5.8.14

Unfortunately, Angel has left us as a co-host due to her hectic schedule...and we can completely understand! We look forward to having her back...and soon! Love ya Angel!

And welcome our awesome guest hosts for May!

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Interested in being a guest host or becoming a permanent co-host?

Complete the form here! Monthly co-hosts will be chosen on a first come first-serve basis. We're now accepting guest hosts for June and July.

Here are the Featured posts from last week!

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Debbie chose Five things I would rather do than fold laundry from The Brown Girl with Long Hair. "I love this post because I can relate completely. It seems laundry is never ending and I want to run away and do anything but look at it or think about it."


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Angie chose Homestead Tips on Tuesday: Heed the Frost Date from The (mis)Adventures of a "Born Again" Farm Girl. "I have had to learn the hard way by not heeding the Frost Date & losing tender seedlings. If you are a gardener this date is essential for successful crops."


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Cindy chose The Day My Husband Was Drafted into the NFL from The Brown Girl with Long Hair. "I am a football fan and we have watched the draft for years. I found it interesting to read the story from someone who has been there. I can't imagine the emotions and stress of having your career path being defined in such a way."


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Carolyn chose Jewelry Storage and Organization from Woods of Bell Trees. "I thought it was a really creative, lovely way to store your jewelry."


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Ranjani chose Cherry Lemonade Jello Popsicles from Organzier by Day. "I found this simple yet refreshing. It is definitely on my to-do list for this summer now.Cant wait to have a summer party with these cute lil popsicles."


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Jillian chose DIY Wood Photography Background from Sew Crafty Cat. "I chose this post because it is a brilliant idea for those of us who get involved in any sort of crafts that need pictures. Plus, it's not something I've seen done before."

Karen also chose DIY Wood Photography Background from Satisfaction through Christ. "I love this project, it's so simple yet so effective as a background. I am in need of something like this, so it's given me food for thought."


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April chose Self-fulfilling Prophecy from Blossom Family. "Being a parent, can often drive you crazy. Once the child starts behaving in a certain way, you start to attribute that trait to them (i.e., he often doesn't listen, therefore he's a "bad listener"). But you know what, Marwa tells us about how we can change how we see it and how it can change them too."


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Stacey chose Fruit Pudding Salad from Mommy on Demand. "This looks absolutely delicious! I am always looking for cool treats to combat the hot summer months. I will definitely be adding this to my recipe list! Thanks for sharing!"


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Rachel chose The Little Moments - Transforming Ordinary Moments Into Unforgettable Memories from Satisfaction through Christ. "I love her perspective and how she takes a chore and changes it into a cherished moment. I enjoyed reading her story because it reminded me how much I treasure those little moments with my son."


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Katie chose DIY Map Art from Satisfaction through Christ. "I love the colors she used for the map and frame, and the stenciled burlap makes a great background! I also LOVE maps, and have yet to decorate with them (but that just might change soon, as Abby has my DIY mind going now). I think it would also be fun to paint your home state in an accent color, too! Great project!"


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Rhonda chose My Child’s Education Is Not Your Fall Back Degree from British Mum USA. "A mother discusses her displeasure of our educational system, and the fact that is seen by many as a fall back career if they're unsuccessful in their chosen occupation."


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Natasha chose Time Management for Bloggers Part 1-Writing from Mom Maven. "I have been working on managing my time better everyday. With all of the things that I'm juggling, time management is an important factor for me. Great post!"


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The post with the most clicks is Free 20 Page Blog Planner Printable Pack from The Organized Dream.
 
If you were featured above, feel free to share the badge below with pride on your blog or website!

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And the Best of the Best is...

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Cherry Lemonade Jello Popsicles from Organzier by Day


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As the Best of the Best, you win free ad space on Epic Mommy Adventures for 30 days! Please showcase the badge below with pride on your blog!

Please send an e-mail to Natasha at 1EpicMommy @ gmail.com and she will provide you with all the details!
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Just one more thing...

Natasha at Epic Mommy Adventures has been nominated for voiceBoks Top Single Parent Blogs!!! She is in the top 50 right now, but would really appreciate your vote to help her be in the top 10!

Click here to vote for her! It would be greatly appreciated!


So now that you've seen the Featured and the Best of the Best, met our hosts and co-hosts, and heard about Natasha' nomination...

let's get started!

  • Show some love to your hosts and co-hosts simply by following them on social media and leaving a comment so they can follow you back.
  • Link up as many posts as you'd like! The more, the merrier!
  • Check out some of the other posts and make some new friends!
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Link up your posts, make some friends, and earn the chance to be featured or become the Best of the Best on Turn It Up Tuesday! We will feature the favorite posts each week!

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