~Erika Carrillo~

2010 Lessons Learned.

2011-01-05T11:03:00.000-08:00

2010 Lessons Learned!

10. Kidney Stones are painful.

9. Change is a good thing.

8. Teamwork makes the dream work.

7. Write down goals.

6. Have a Date Night at least once a Month.

5. Not missing much not watching T.V.

4. Clipping Coupons saves a lot of Money.

3. Say “I Love You!” to my Kids AT LEAST once a day.

2. Slow down… Life is short

1. Only I can change my Life!

Here’s to an amazing 2011!

Until next time… Enjoy life, every day is a blessing!

Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing

2011-01-04T12:57:00.001-08:00

Keyword Ad Tag: recipes Ingredients 1 envelope ranch dressing mix 1 cup non-fat milk 1 cup non-fat plain...

~Happy New Year!~

2011-01-01T01:31:00.000-08:00

May you celebrate New beginnings, goals & plans, hopes & dreams, but most of all… A New Year of Peace, Joy & Happiness!

Happy New Year! Make 2011 a great year!

Quote of the Week...

2010-12-13T23:46:00.001-08:00

It takes only one person to change your life - YOU.
~Ruth Casey

Baby Shower

2010-12-07T13:32:00.000-08:00

My Mom, Sister's, and I hosted my Sister in Law Yvette's Baby Shower on Saturday, December 4th. I just love planning Parties. We had never hosted a Co-ed Baby Shower in the past. It turned out very well. I was surprised to see some Men participate in the games. We had a great time. I can't wait to hold my Niece or Nephew.

I made these Centerpieces!

Gabie and Abby wearing Animal Print skirts.

My Cousin Anna made this yummy Cake!

Yvette

My Brother and Yvette

Quote of the Week...

2010-12-06T01:27:00.000-08:00

Time is free, but it's priceless. You can't own it, but you can use it. You can't keep it, but you can spend it. Once you've lost it you can never get it back.
~ Harvey MacKay

Portable North Pole

2010-12-02T15:30:00.000-08:00

Click below. Take a look at this video. It's so cute. My Friend Alyssa shared the link with me. You can personalize it for your Children, Grandchildren, Niece etc. Enjoy!

Video from Santa to Joey

The Meaning of the Candy Cane

2010-11-30T11:21:00.000-08:00

I saw this online, and I just had to share!

The Meaning of the Candy Cane

Many years ago a candy maker wanted to make a candy that would symbolize the true meaning of Christmas - Jesus.

The hard candy was shaped like a “J” to represent that Jesus is our rock of all ages. The candy was made of white to stand for the pureness of Jesus. The red represents the blood that Jesus shed to save us from our sins.

So the next time you see a candy cane take a minute to remember the real meaning of Christmas.

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-11-29T11:09:00.000-08:00

When you look at your life, the greatest happinesses are family happinesses.
~Joyce Brothers

Thanksgiving Trip

2010-11-28T10:59:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving! We did something different this year. We drove out to Laghlin, NV. We had a great time. :-) No one had to cook or clean up.

We took the kids bowling after Thanksgiving Dinner. This was Abby's first time bowling. She absolutely LOVED it!

We also went to Oatman in AZ. It's a Ghost Town. It's really neat. There are Donkeys roaming the streets. We bought carrots and fed them. Joey had a blast, Abby wasn't too impressed. LOL!

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

Happy Anniversary

2010-11-22T12:53:00.000-08:00

Sunday, November 21st was my Parent's 30th Wedding Anniversary. We celebrated Saturday evening by going to mass and then a nice Family Dinner on Sunday. It's such a Blessing to have my Parents Happy and Healthy.

Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad! Love you so BIG!

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-11-22T11:06:00.000-08:00

Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough.

~Oprah Winfrey

5 Tips for Stay at Home Moms

2010-11-20T21:40:00.000-08:00

I wrote an article with tips for Stay at Home Moms. I hope you enjoy it!

5 Tips for Stay at Home Moms

Another day at Home...

2010-11-17T10:54:00.000-08:00

I'm so thankful to be at home with my kids. It truly is such a blessing. My Little Abby just walked up to me and said "big hug" I could hug her all day. I just had to share, because it's these moments that mean the world to me.

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-11-15T00:32:00.000-08:00

A life lived in love will never be dull.

- Leo Buscaglia

I really like this quote. I love my Babe so much, and I just know that our life will never be dull. We have so much fun together.

Quote of the Week...

2010-11-04T00:26:00.000-07:00

Being happy doesn’t mean that everything is perfect. It means that you’ve decided to look beyond the imperfections. – Author Unknown

Interested in Working From Home???

2010-11-01T13:34:00.000-07:00

Interested in working from home and not sure where to start?

Click the link below for FREE training on what to look for and what to avoid with ANY Home Business.

FREE Training Videos

Quote of the Week...

2010-10-29T15:39:00.000-07:00

You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them. ~Desmond Tutu

Awesome Weekend...

2010-10-28T00:27:00.000-07:00

We had an awesome weekend. We went to Church, The Beach to take our Family Pictures, and lastly Lombardi Ranch to pick out our Pumpkins. I've posted some pictures. We took over 500 pictures... I have a lot of work to do, to choose which ones I like best. :-)

Tuesday, October 26th was a bit of a rough day. Babe totaled his car. We're so thankful he's okay. He's in quite a bit of pain, but hopefully nothing too serious. It was a pretty scary site. It makes me realize how quickly ones life can change...

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Dinner at IHOP

2010-10-22T00:39:00.000-07:00

We went out for Dinner this Thursday evening. I wanted Bob's Big Boy, however we were too hungry to drive that far, so we decided to go to IHOP instead. We were the only ones in the Restaurant for a bit, then an older Gentleman came in and was seated in the booth behind Babe and Abby. I told he him that he may want to move because the kids may be a bit too loud for him to enjoy dinner. He said he didn't mind because he had Grandchildren. He later asked how old Abby was, and then Babe asked me. LOL! We told him, and that was that. We didn't speak after that. When we went to pay we were told that the older Gentleman paid for our dinner. I couldn't believe it! They called him Santa Clause. It's amazing how God works!

I just had to share this, because I still can't believe it. I know it was only IHOP, but it's definitely a blessing when someone randomly pays for your food.

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-10-21T00:59:00.000-07:00

A happy family is but an earlier heaven.

-- John Bowring

Family Pictures...

2010-10-21T00:43:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited... We're going to take Family pictures soon. We're going to the Beach. I've always wanted to have a picture of the four of us walking along the beach holding hands. I can't wait. :-) I just hope the kids cooperate. It's not easy to get the two of them to smile and look at the camera at the same time. Can't wait to post them.

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-10-14T23:54:00.000-07:00

“Being a full-time mother is one of the highest salaried jobs... since the payment is pure love.” - Mildred B. Vermont

Baby Shower Planning!!!

2010-10-10T23:19:00.000-07:00

My Brother's Girlfriend is Pregnant!!! She is due in January. We are all so excited! :-) My Mom, Sisters, and I are planning her Baby Shower for next month. As you know... I LOVE planning parties, so this is just so much fun for me. I can't wait to post those pictures on here.

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Mommy Cards!

2010-10-10T12:25:00.000-07:00

I just had to share my new Mommy Cards I got from Vistaprint. They're super cute. There are a lot of different designs. These cards are great to pass out to other Mommies when exchanging information to set up a play date.

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-10-07T12:05:00.000-07:00

"A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take." ~ Cardinal Mermillod

Halloween is comin'...

2010-10-05T23:00:00.000-07:00

Here are a few Halloween pictures from Disneyland. I forgot my camera AGAIN.... I keep forgetting my camera in the car. So these pictures are from my cell phone. The main reason I took these pictures is because I'm planning on having a Disney Theme for Halloween this year. I can't wait to post our Halloween Pictures. We're going to celebrate Halloween at our Church. Our Church is having a "Trunk or Treat" event this year, where everyone is going to decorate their trunk, and have games and prizes! There will be a prize for the Family with the best decorated trunk. Wish us luck!!!

Quote of the Week...

2010-09-30T22:42:00.000-07:00

The phrase "working mother" is redundant. ~Jane Sellman

Babe's Birthday...

2010-09-28T00:55:00.000-07:00

This past Saturday was Babe's Birthday! We went to Disneyland for the weekend. We had a great time. The best part was that we got to eat Breakfast with Mickey and his Friends. Joey had a blast, Abby not so much. She didn't really care for any of the characters. I couldn't believe it, she's usually very brave. She just saw Mickey a couple weeks ago. Who knows... maybe she'll like them next time we see them. You never know with kids these days. I'll have to post some pictures soon.

Until next time... Enjoy Life, everyday is a Blessing!

Quote of the Week...

2010-09-23T00:47:00.000-07:00

"A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take."
-- Cardinal Mermillod

5 Birthday Party Tips

2010-09-16T23:34:00.000-07:00

Click below to read the article I wrote on Birthday Party Tips. Feel free to e-mail me if you have any questions or comments about Birthday Parties or any party. I love to plan parties!!

5 Birthday Party Tips

E-mail!!!

2010-09-16T02:55:00.000-07:00

I want to help as many Moms as I can. You can now e-mail me if you have any questions or comments about my Blog such as: Birthday Party Tips, Work from Home, Mommyhood, Potty Training etc. I'm only a click away. E-mail me: Erika@ErikaCarrillo.com

QUOTE OF THE WEEK...

2010-09-16T02:35:00.000-07:00

So I decided I'm going to post a quote once a week. I wanted to do a Quote of the Day, but then I realized that I have a 3 year old who is in the middle of potty training, and an 18 month old daughter going on 3! LOL! Once a week will do. I think us Mommies could use a nice quote every once in a while to help us throughout the day, etc.

The best angle from which to approach any problem is the try-angle. ~Author Unknown

I LOVE this quote. It's how I started potty training my Little Joey. I sing the song we hear in Yo Gabba Gabba. It's amazing the songs we sing once we become Mommies.

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

2010-09-14T17:28:00.000-07:00

Take a look at this.... Such a touching story. It's amazing what us Mommies can do. I love it!!

A Mother's Touch Saves Baby's Life!

Mini Marathon...

2010-08-24T16:06:00.000-07:00

Joey ran his first Marathon... well sort of. :-) He took a few steps and decided he didn't want to do it, so Mommy (while holding Joey) had to run around College of the Canyons Track to complete the marathon. That was a nice workout. We finished, and he got a cute little medal and a free Hamburger as well. :-) I really enjoyed the whole idea, Joey not so much. Of course when we were walking to the car he was ready to run. I can't wait til next year, hopefully Abby will participate as well. Below are a few pictures.:-)
I truly enjoy these moments with my kids!

Until next time... Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing.

2010 Convention

2010-08-17T16:18:00.000-07:00

I finally met my Mentor Alyssa. I also got to meet some other amazing Women like Rebecca, Lisa, and Sarah with precious Baby Easton. I must say I was pretty nervous before I met them. I was hoping it wouln't be awkward. It definitely wasn't awkard. In fact, it was so much fun. It seemed like we had known each other forever. This was my first Convention, and I had an awesome time. I can't wait til next year. Take a look at some pictures!!!!

These are pictures of us driving towards Utah from Vegas. I believe this is in Arizona.

Right after I met Alyssa, Sarah & Baby Easton (In person of course) for the first time!

Cute little kids that performed at Convention

CEO MOMS...

My Mentor Alyssa and Me!!

Convention's Theme!! I love it!!!

CEO Moms gathering at Convention!

This picture below is hilarious... I asked my Dad to take a picture of Babe and Me. Joey was holding my purse next to my Dad. Next thing we know Joey decides to join our picture.

Banquet Night

Lisa, Rebecca, Sarah, Alyssa, and Me

Road Trip...

2010-08-10T13:47:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited to go to Utah. I'm a little bummed that I slacked off on posting pictures from Joey's Birthday, but I've been pretty busy getting ready for our Trip. It's going to be a nice way to end Summer. We're going to stop in Las Vegas for one night then we're officially headed to Utah. I can't wait to see the kids faces when they see all the lights in Vegas. I'll have a lot of pictures to post when I return.

Until next time....

Enjoy life, everyday is a blessing!

Joey is 3!!!

2010-07-31T15:45:00.000-07:00

My little Man is 3 years old. I can't believe how fast time flies. Below are some pictures of Joey celebrating. There are few pictures from his group therapy celebration and Chuck E. Cheese as well.

Some of these pictures are so... funny. It seems as if Joey wasn't having a good time. He had a blast. Every Birthday gets better and better.

Summer will be over before we know it...

2010-07-26T23:48:00.000-07:00

I can't believe that we're almost in August. I've been getting ready for Joey's 3rd Birthday Party. I haven't had much planning to do this time around, because we're having his party at Chuck E. Cheese this year. I'm excited for this... I worked at Chuck E. Cheese for three years while in High School and Community College. Anyway, Joey has been waiting for a long time for this. I can't believe he's going to be 3 in just a few days. The past three years have been amazing. I LOVE being a Mommy!!!

The next few weeks are going to be pretty exciting... We'll be enjoying the end of summer with a trip to the Water Park (our first as a Family), perhaps another trip to the zoo, and lastly a Family trip to Utah. I'm so excited. I'm finally going to meet my Mentor Alyssa and all of the other amazing women I've been working with. Alyssa and I talk almost everyday, it's going to be so nice to finally meet her in person! I'm sure I'll have many pictures to post the next time I come back here.

Until next time... Enjoy everyday, life is a blessing!

My Decal!!!

2010-07-07T00:51:00.000-07:00

Just had to share my new decal on my new car. There is a funny story behind my decal. I couldn't wait to order my decal, so I had Babe measure the back window with his arms because the dealer didn't have a measuring tape. I ordered the decal the day before we bought the car. I was super excited. Turns out Babe and I didn't do a great job measuring. My Decal was too big. The hearts were supposed to go on the top line, but this looks okay too.

Mommy and Abby Time!

2010-07-04T01:03:00.000-07:00

Abby and I went to get our Toes done, I have been waiting for this day since I found out I was having her!!! I must admit that it was definitely not the best pedicure I've ever had, but it was exciting! I look forward to taking her again, once she is a little older. :-)

Super Satuday!!!

2010-07-04T00:52:00.000-07:00

We went to the Aquarium of the Pacific on June 26th. We had an AMAZING time! It was such an awesome Saturday. I just LOVE days like this.

We finished our Family Fun Day with Dinner at Bob's Big Boy! Joey just had to take a picture with Bob! Gotta love my lil Joey!!

A few CEO Moms Stories...

2010-06-24T01:15:00.000-07:00

Take a look at these stories see how our team has changed lives!! I'm so blessed to be a part of such an awesome Team!!

http://www.internetceomoms.com/keelymoore/article/internet-ceo-moms---keelys-story

http://www.internetceomoms.com/rebeccamalcolm/article/internet-ceo-moms-rebeccas-story

http://www.internetceomoms.com/admin/article/internet-ceo-moms-donnas-story

Toy Story 3!!!

2010-06-24T01:06:00.000-07:00

Babe, Joey, and I went to see Toy Story 3 the day it came out! It was such a cute movie. The best part was that it was Joey's first time at a Movie Theatre. We went to El Capitan in Hollywood. It was such a wonderful experience. Joey had a blast.

Family Fun Night

2010-06-11T01:18:00.000-07:00

We had a great time at the JetHawks game! It was our first ball game of the baseball season. We haven't even gone to a Dodger game yet. The kids had an amazing time, espeically Abby. Unfortunately this picture doesn't show it. :-)

Joey loves baseball. I so look forward to tee-ball!!

I'm so thankful and blessed with my two kids and wonderful Babe!!!

SCARY STUFF!!! Anyone who has children needs to watch this video!

2010-06-01T15:57:00.000-07:00

A MUST SEE... CLICK HERE

Check this Article out! :-)

2010-05-27T14:11:00.001-07:00

A great Mentor of mine wrote this Article. Check it out!

http://www.internetceomoms.com/admin/article/mlms-dont-work-long-term

Wonderful Wednesday

2010-05-27T14:10:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, May 26th was a great day! Joey had therapy, although that was a bit rough. Went on our daily Family Walk! Lastly, I spoke with an amazing Mom, Susan. She is so strong. That is why I Love our Team. I cant' wait to help her Work from Home! To your success Susan!!! I went to bed with a BIG smile on my face!

I Love my Life!

2010-05-19T14:19:00.000-07:00

I'm so happy that I work from home! Today the kids and I went to Chuck E. Cheese for Joey's Child Development therapy. I'm so thankful that I'm able to be there with him and enjoy our precious time together!!!

Happy Mother's Day 2010

2010-05-07T14:54:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone has a Happy Mother's Day!

A Mother's Love

There are times when only a Mother's love
Can understand our tears,
Can soothe our disappoints
And calm all of our fears.

There are times when only a Mother's love
Can share the joy we feel
When something we've dreamed about
Quite suddenly is real.

There are times when only a Mother's faith
Can help us on life's way
And inspire in us the confidence
We need from day to day.

For a Mother's heart and a Mother's faith
And a Mother's steadfast love
Were fashioned by the Angels
And sent from God above...

- Author Unknown.

Joey helping Mommy work from home

2010-05-05T16:10:00.001-07:00

Something nice I had to share...

2010-05-05T00:46:00.000-07:00

I saw this on Facebook and I just had to share!

Don't dwell on what was lost, rather celebrate with what you have..;) God bless everyone!

My "Walking" Advertisement

2010-05-03T15:29:00.000-07:00

I recently got my new decal with my new site. I'm so excited!!! It's so cute! :-) My Husband calls it the "Walking" advertisement. I'm not sure why, considering I'm driving. LOL!

12 Success factors to look for when choosing a Home Business by Donna Stewart

2010-05-03T15:07:00.000-07:00

With my experience and with researching dozens of different types of home businesses, I would like to share that when choosing a home business, there are some key success factors that I believe are critical for long term success. Every one is just as important as the next.

If the company you are currently representing or the company you're considering meets all of these Success Factors, I'd love to know what company it is. The only one I've found so far is the one I represent..:)
1. Company track record - How long has the company you're considering representing been in business? What are the company's annual sales each year since in business? Does the company print average income statistics for business builders? It should and you should ask for them. Proof of long term sales, success and growth is critical with choosing any business.

2. Financially sound - Does the company have outstanding debt? Joining a company that is debt free is something I highly recommend to lessen any risk to you.

3. Strong management team - What are the backgrounds and credentials of the management team? You want to join a company that is run with integrity and strong leadership.

4. Unique consumable products - Are the products of the company, products that people actually need, use, run out of and repurchase month after month. Do the products have any trademarks or patents allowing for exclusive rights meaning no other company can copy them. If the products are not consumable, meaning something that a person would only buy once, then that is a business that will not be viable long term. If the products are consumable, however not necessarily a need, that will lesson your chance for long term success. Products needed, and consumed monthly makes for a solid business model.

5. Wide market appeal - Are the products something everyone needs and uses? If the products are specific for a certain gender, age group or body size for example, you lessen your market as it is not something for everyone.

6. Competitive prices - Are the products comparable in price or less expensive than the competition? If they are too expensive this is not a business that will produce great results.

7. High customer reorder rate - Does the company share it's reorder rate? Meaning how many customers that purchased from the company last month, reorder again the following month? If the re-order rate is low, the business will not be viable as new customers simply replace your old customers producing no real growth or a secure, residual income.

8. Low initial investment - If the cost to join or start is too high it makes for more risk and difficulty in attracting customers and business partners.

9. Low monthly requirement - If there is a high monthly requirement, customers/business builders may end up with an inventory or products they do not need. If there is a low monthly product requirement, then customers are getting what they need for personal use each month, and from a business standpoint you know customers are purchasing each month which creates the security and true residual income.

10. Rewards for leadership development - Does the company reward you for helping others in your business succeed? If there is any way the company could remove business builders from your business because of their success, be very careful about joining. There should never be potential for you to lose great partners.

11. Risk-free - Is everything 100% guaranteed? If not, I would advise against joining?

12. Anyone can be successful - Is the business plan set up for anyone to be successful at any time? If it's a company that says "Ground floor" opportunity, or "Get in Now", be very wary. If only the people who join at the beginning can be successful, then eventually people will get hurt.

Well, how does the company you are with or considering measure up?

~Written by a great mentor, Donna Stewart~

Hope this was helpful. :-)

Erika

Want to learn about my home business…

Visit my website: http://www.OurCEOMom.com/

~ Our Princess Abby is 1! ~

2010-05-02T01:38:00.000-07:00

Here are just a couple of pictures from Abby's 1st Birthday Party. Abby's Birthday is on February 25th, however we had her party on February 27th. It was so AWESOME! I think that 1st Birthday's are very special for both the child and the parents!

*~Erika Carrillo~*

2010 Lessons Learned.

Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing

~Happy New Year!~

Quote of the Week...

Baby Shower

Quote of the Week...

Portable North Pole

The Meaning of the Candy Cane

Quote of the Week...

Thanksgiving Trip

Happy Anniversary

Quote of the Week...

5 Tips for Stay at Home Moms

Another day at Home...

Quote of the Week...

Quote of the Week...

Interested in Working From Home???

Quote of the Week...

Awesome Weekend...

Dinner at IHOP

Quote of the Week...

Family Pictures...

Quote of the Week...

Baby Shower Planning!!!

Mommy Cards!

Quote of the Week...

Halloween is comin'...

Quote of the Week...

Babe's Birthday...

Quote of the Week...

5 Birthday Party Tips

E-mail!!!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK...

Mini Marathon...

2010 Convention

Road Trip...

Joey is 3!!!

Summer will be over before we know it...

My Decal!!!

Mommy and Abby Time!

Super Satuday!!!

A few CEO Moms Stories...

Toy Story 3!!!

Family Fun Night

SCARY STUFF!!! Anyone who has children needs to watch this video!

Check this Article out! :-)

Wonderful Wednesday

I Love my Life!

Happy Mother's Day 2010

Joey helping Mommy work from home

Something nice I had to share...

My "Walking" Advertisement

12 Success factors to look for when choosing a Home Business by Donna Stewart

***~ Our Princess Abby is 1! ~***

~Erika Carrillo~

~ Our Princess Abby is 1! ~