Look at me, look at me! Today is my day.
What the heck are you talking about some of you say?
Its my day to gleam in the SITS spotlight, and revel in glee.
Because today the SITSta’s will be coming to visit me.
Welcome ladies, pull up a seat.
Grab yourself a stiff drink and a sinful treat.
This here is my blog, I call it Manic Mother.
Because well, I am a little crazy, quite like no other.
My house is chock full of testosterone.
There is me, my husband, and 2 boys at my home.
Rowan is four, and boy does it show.
He tests my patience daily, and is non-stop, go, go, go.
My littlest, sweet man, Ezra is two.
He was diagnosed with Leukemia, but what can you do?
You pick yourself up, you move on, you persevere.
You live life like never before, succumbing to no fear.
I love to bake, take pictures, read, and watch crap TV.
If you would like to know more you should check out “About Me”.
You never know what you will find when you stop by here.
You may laugh out loud, or shed a few tears.
My blog is Manic like me, it takes Lithium too,
So stop back real soon, you never know what we may do.
Thanks for stopping in!

























LOVE your Superior Snaps! SITS sent me by, and I'm glad they did...Congrats on your Featured Blogger Status!
ReplyDeleteA beutiful blog and beautiful pictures. Good luck to your family.
ReplyDeleteBless xx
Enjoy your SITS day
will pray for the little man! nice blog :) happy SITS day
ReplyDeleteIt has been a while since I've been here so glad you are FB today! You have a great blog and a wonderful family. Praying for you all. Hope you have a great SITS day!!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! I've seen Ezra's button on numerous blog sites and now I know the story of that sweet little boy. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI've had to stop mid way through reading your blog and getting to know you to send you my warmest thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI can relate.
My nephew at 2 and 1/2 was also diagnosed with ALL. He finished he chemo last year and is doing so so well. He's a little terror who loves life and if you didn't know any better you wouldn't have thought he was ever sick.
My father and brother both are bi-polar, so I've lived with this as well...
Gee sorry. I don't know what to say actually, your blog has pulled all kind of emotions out of me I haven't faced in a while. It's good though, and I'm going to keep reading.
x
Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteSteph @ Stick It in the Fridge
pleasestickitinthefridge.blogspot.com
Happy SITS day! You have a beautiful blog - the design, the name and the conent are all awesome. Wishing you the best!
ReplyDelete- Cougar Tales
www.cougar-tales.blogspot.com
Congratulations!!! Happy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely blog!
Love this post. Great photo montage. Happy SITS Day M.M!
ReplyDeleteHi MM!! Stopping by from SITS to wish you the best FB day!! Love your post....nice getting to know a bit about you and your family. Saw you posted about your camera gear in your last post! I need a new camera...so I'm off to read more. Have a lovely day!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day. Beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day!!! What a beautiful family. I will keep your little Erza in my prayers! Great writing. Pop in when you can...
ReplyDeleteCara
from Cara&Jenn
www.forwardmom.blogspot.com
Happy SITS Day! Enjoy the attention....beautiful family and lovely work throughout.
ReplyDeleteI'll be thinking of you, your family, and sweet Ezra. Looking forward to the day when you post "he's cancer free!"
ReplyDeleteCongratulation on your SITs feature! I hope you enjoy your day in the sun:-)
ReplyDeleteIf you like cupcakes, check out my blog. I compete in Iron Cupcake Challenges and it is a blast!
Happy SITS day!! Congrats on being today's FB! I am going to go check out more of your blog!! Hope you enjoy the rest of your day!!
ReplyDeleteJen
Stopping by from SITS! Beautiful pictures. So nice to meet you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being FB!!! Woot!! Hope it's a great day, I was excited to see you featured:D
ReplyDeleteHappy day!! off to read more about you and your awesome family!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations SITSta! I hope you have a great day. You have a beautiful family :)
ReplyDeleteStopping by from SITS SITSta!!! Millions of prayers for your family...what dolls (errrr handsome boys) you have.
ReplyDeleteI will certainly add you to follow. Your site is awesome.
I love your SITS day entry! How clever.
ReplyDeleteI'm already a follower, but wanted to say Happy Feature day!!
Congrats on being SITS FB. Enjoy your day in the spotlight.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun way to introduce yourself to SITS readers! :-)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your Feature Day....A wonderful introduction....
ReplyDeleteI am already a reader, but I came over from SITS this morning! Congratulations on your feature! And...I would love a cupcake, thank you very much! LOL!
ReplyDeleteA very happy SITS day to you! Mine was yesterday and I'm not sure how I'll ever catch up and return all those lovely visits and comments. I hope you have a great day.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! Much bloggy love and comments to you.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day. What a creative post. I got to know you in such a short poem. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pictures! The words were just as wonderful! Moms of sons need their girl friends to throw them a spot-light party 'cause their boys definitely don't have inner know-how! You are definitely shining in the SITS spotlight! Be blessed!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day!!! Hope your day goes well. Will be following your blog. I love it!!
ReplyDeleteSheri
http://sherisstory.blogspot.com
http://miraclemomas.blogspot.com
Happy SITS day! What precious kiddos :)
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day!! I'm grabbing one of your Praying for Ezra buttons for my blog :) The Lord's plan is good and trust in what he has in store for your family! Enjoy YOUR day!
ReplyDeleteCongratulaations SITS-tah!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family. Many, many blessings to you and yours ...
Lani
It's so awesome that it's your SITS day!! I loved the poem and pics!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm sending my blessings and prayers to you and your family. Love your blog and remember there is know greater love then the love of our father(God)He will carry you through the storm!!
God Bless!!!
Stopping by from SITS! I love your blog and you have some great pictures!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Stopping by from SITS. Love your wit and transparency. I hate when blogger don't say blog "real" life. I applaud your honesty! Have a great SITS day.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! What a beautiful blog, and lovely family :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day! You have a great blog and an amazing family! Thanks for sharing a bit of your life with us.....I look forward to visiting again!!!
ReplyDeleteSo excited today is your day!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the feature! I've been checking in on you for months now :)
ReplyDeletewow, you take beautiful pictures! Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteWhoo Hoo!
ReplyDeleteI love you man! Have a wonderful day!
Happy SISTS day! We will be praying for Ezra.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day!
ReplyDeleteI've been following you for some time, and keep Ezra and your family in my daily prayers.
It's nice to see a local, too! ;)
Enjoy your day!
I was so excited to see that it was YOUR SITS day! Congrats! I love your poem--it's always a delight to come for a visit here!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great blog. Wonderful pictures too.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS DAY!
Congratulations on your saucy day in the SITS sun. I can see I'm gonna like hanging around here!
ReplyDeleteYAY for you!!!! I'm so happy you got your SITS day!!! I hope it is a great one. :) And I have to say this is one of my favorite posts by far. Awesome!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day-I've looked around a bit and hope to have more time later to keep reading. I just wanted to thank you for being so open and honest about everything-just wanted to let you know it's helped me.
ReplyDeleteWow what beautiful pictures and such a sweet poem....really heartfelt....made my day
ReplyDeletethank-you
Laura from SITS
http://sideshow-scrapbook.blogspot.com
Happy SITS day to you. Your blog is great.
ReplyDeleteYour pictures are absolutely gorgeous!!! I'm stopping by from SITS to congratulate you on your special day and I can't wait to return to browse your amazing blog. I love how candid and REAL you are. Enjoy your SITS day girl!!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely pictures! Enjoy your SITS day in the sun!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day! Can't wait to read your posts! Have a great day :)
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteHey HAppy SITS day!! It's fun to see a blog I've actually read before as the featured blogger. Enjoy your day to shine!! : )
ReplyDeleteFondly,
MaryLea (pink and green mama)
Congratulation on your SITS day :) I'm lovin your blog
ReplyDeleteHappy Sits Day, you have a beautiful family and are a phenomenal photographer....I'm jealous!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! :-)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being the featured blogger! I'm surrounded by testosterone too--hubby plus 2 boys!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day!!
ReplyDelete:)
You have a beautiful blog, love your photos too. Happy SITS day ;-)
ReplyDeleteJamie :)
You so deserve it! LOVE your photos and this post! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! I look forward to reading more!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! Love your photos!! Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteI'm intrigued by your photograpy 101. I'm a beginner, but I procrastinate about equipment because there's so much out there it becomes confusing in making a purchase decision. I like that you go step by step! I will be back! Hope you have Happy SITS day! Judy
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! What a great poem. Going to look around some more
ReplyDeletewonderful site and you have a great sense of humor through life's ups and downs, love it, many blessings to you! stopping by from sits
ReplyDeletewww.anniebakes.blogspot.com
Yay for featured blogger. Your posts are very inspiring and real. I hope you have a very blessed day.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day to you! You and your sweet boy are in my prayers. Have a blessed day.
ReplyDelete~Sarah
What a lovely introduction! Happy SITS day! Be blessed!
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for your family that God will give you peace and rest during this time. And I will be praying for a supernatural healing for Ezra!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures! Congrats on being featured on SITS, you have a great blog.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day! So glad I found your blog today.
ReplyDeleteI take lots of pictures too! Your photography is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your SITs day!
Your photos are beautiful! I cant take a good one for nothing.Lol. Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day!
ReplyDeleteI'm from SITS, and congrats on your special day. What a story you have, and what a precious little man your Ezra is... I'm so glad they featured you so I could "Meet" you guys!
ReplyDeleteI'll be back soon!
Blessings,
LMM
LOVE it! That makes me want to be really creative when my SITS day comes someday. I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day to you! It is nice to see one of my BFs honored!! :)
ReplyDeleteHey from SITS! I hope being FB today will help you get some more support for Ezra! I'm walking in the Children's Miracle Network Torch Relay in November and I'll keep Ezra in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteAnna
Your pictures are beautiful and your boys are just precious!
ReplyDeleteStopping by from SITS**
Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteFun rhymes and BEAUTIFUL photographs!
What a sweet post! Stopping by to say congratz on being featured today at SitS!! :)
ReplyDeleteCute post! Happy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day! I have seen Ezra's picture up all over the blogosphere!
ReplyDeleteHappy happy SITS day! I love your shots; your blog is beautiful, and my heart and hugs go out to your family.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your story--
cheers!
Happy SITS Day, what a beautiful Family. I will keep your littlest one - Ezra - in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and enjoy the spotlight on YOU today.
ReplyDeleteRegards
Cameron from
Conquer The Monkey
Congratulations on your SITS day... you really deserve it!!
ReplyDeleteHope you have lots of visitors, enjoy the spotlight, I love your poem and the pictures you put with it.
Congratulations on being featured!
ReplyDeleteI will keep your son Ezra in my thoughts. I hope nothing but the best for Ezra, you and your family.
Hi there it is so nice to meet you! I am so excited sits introduced me to your blog. I llok forward to reading. So sorry to hear about your son. I admire your strength.
ReplyDeleteHeidi
What a clever intro & gorgeous photography. That little one looks like a fighter to me!
ReplyDeleteHere's to a wonderful SITS Feature Day!
Happy SITS day!! I love your photos!!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day :) You are truly an inspiration! For the first time in my life, I enjoyed a meal alone today and plan to catch a movie this afternoon. We need to spend a lot more time smelling the roses. All the best to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo many different parts that come together to make you who you are. I will be following! Now I'm off to poke around and read more...
ReplyDeleteHappy day to you, SITSta!
Congrats on your big day! What a beautiful family you have and amazing photos you take!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being the featured Blogger today! Cute Blog. Praying for your son and your family.
ReplyDeleteGet out! You're FB of the day? Cooooool! :-) Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! I will definitely keep your little guy in my prayers. My twin brother was diagnosed with leukemia when we were 3 years old. He's been in remission now for over 30 years. God Bless your family! I loved the poem/post, very cute! Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blog! Happy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being saucy! Crazy is good too-- I've been there for quite a while now as my blog has. I remember when my boys were that age--I think that's when my sanity left the building:)
ReplyDeleteI added Ezra's button too. {{{HUGS}}}
Happy SITS DAY!
ReplyDeleteCongrat! Enjoy your special SITS day!
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm Jo stopping by from SITS to congratulate you on being today's featured blogger.
ReplyDeleteNormally I just say something generic--for lack of imagination--like 'enjoy your day'.
However, after reading about you and your family--I couldn't just walk away from your blog as if it didn't affect me in the least.
It did.
To say 'I'm sorry' for your sons diagnosis and what must be your daily struggles, emotions--the whole shebang!--seems trite and insincere.
Please know that as a woman, a wife, a Mom--my heart aches for you...and my spirit SOARS with yours as clearly you are a strong woman who isn't asking for sympathy nor pity but who is instead taking the time to find your own way in expressing and documenting what life has thrown your way.
And we are the blessed recipients of your creative energy.
Consider me a new follower...
Peace, love and happiness,
~Jo
"Diary Of A Sad Housewife"
You have a wonderful blog, lovely family and beautiful pictures! :)
ReplyDeleteHi, again--I just came back to say that I gladly added Ezra's button to my blog.
ReplyDeleteI am also going to donate what I can--I'm sorry to say that it may only be a few dollars but I figure if EVERYONE can donate a dollar or two--what a world of difference.
I TRULY wish I could do more...I will be back to donate as I'm able.
Peace, love and happiness,
~Jo
"Diary Of A Sad Housewife"
Happy SITS Day Love the Rhythm of the rhyme! Enjoy your day! Best to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog already but now even more!! Congrats on your special day!
ReplyDeleteFirst time visitor from SITS. I have added you and your family to my prayers.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day. What a beautiful family you have. I will be praying for little Ezra.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is beautiful! Congratulations and Happy SITS day...off to explore more of your posts :0)
ReplyDeleteYour children and your blog along with you are beautiful! Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! I just love your poetic intro and photos, they are amazing and your are so creative. Your son and your family will be in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your special day!
Happy SITS feature day! Your blog is wonderful!
ReplyDelete~Prayers & Blessings, Melissa :)
congrats on your sits day!!!!!
ReplyDeletelove your pictures!!!!!
oh wow, this looks like one heeluva blog, off to have a look! Over from SITS x
ReplyDeleteI love that daffodil picture! It's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read more about you and your family.
happy sits day!
Wow! You are really brave. I am really sorry about you son, but you are being so postive about it and I think that is really great! I will keep little Ezra in my prayers. You and your family be blessed. :o)
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day!!
ReplyDeleteHello! And congratulations on your very special SITS day! Good Luck climbing out from underneath this very large pile of comments!
ReplyDelete- Margaret
Congrats on being FB on SITS! Just thought I would stop by and say "Hi!"
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being the FB @ SITS! Look forward to reading more of your blog in the future!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day!!
ReplyDeletehappy sits day! :)
ReplyDeleteI love your blog!!!! Makes me laugh and cry at the same time... Happy SITS Day!
ReplyDelete(please sing the following)
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS Day to you.
Happy SITS Day to you.
You oh so deserve it.
From, Mommy Nani Booboo.
Hi! You're almost a pro. with your lens. I loved every single pics. in the post!
ReplyDeleteAnd I did hear about Ezra from one of my friend. Thought, I'd drop by to tell you that from now on, Ezra and your family will be included in my prayers. Convey my regards and love to Ezra. I'm sure thing'll turn out well for you and your family.
Glad I found your blog. Also happy to see you are so open about your illness. Read my blogs. Silver fibro fog and Tweedle's Dee. I have bp2 but rarely tell anyone. You are right. It doesn't define us. Will pray for the little one.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day -I will be praying for your little man
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you & your family. I truly hope from heart that he'll beat the cancer.
ReplyDeleteLot's and lot's of SITS Love.
Love the fact that you are manic. I am a manic too :)
beautiful blog
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! Sending prayers and warm wishes for little Ezra. :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the spotlight!
ReplyDeleteYour boys are beautiful.
Will pray for Ezra.
And your family.
Sweet dreams.
Congratulations ! Enjoy your day , and I wish you continued strength in your struggles. Your boys are beautiful. Hugs and Prayers to you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure! It was surely my lucky day to stop by at SIS today. Love love love your blog!
ReplyDeleteKristin
Happy SITs day! Love your blog. You and your family are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYou sound and look like you have a wonderful attitude. My heart is with you.
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HI I came here from SITS though I have no idea how the SITS page appeared on my screen. I didn't click it to my knowledge. hmm. but anyway hi. I am sorry to hear about your son having cancer. Cancer is my enemy and I hate it with a passion. It took one of the most important people in my life away from me. I hope your outcome is much better.
ReplyDeleteKeep making memories and living your lives together. Hopefully it will be many more memories and years together.
happy SITS day to you. your little boy is beautiful
ReplyDeleteShed a few tears while perusing your blog, not going to lie. BUT, you are truly an inspiration, as is your son, and I am wishing you the best. I'll be checking in myself to see how you are all doing. Beautiful family!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! Your blog is great, I'm glad I didn't miss it. {although I am a bit late}
ReplyDeleteYour boys are really cute, and I read every letter. And I know what it feels like to not be able to kiss boys better.
My poem is done, 'cause I can't think anymore. But it sure has been fun, and I'll be back for more. :)
Congrats on your sits day!
ReplyDeleteGreat post!
Congratulations on your SITS day! Good job!!
ReplyDeleteCame to say hi from SITS! You have a beautiful family!! Hope your having a fun day being featured!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your special SITS day!! =)
ReplyDeleteEzra is a cutie patootie!! Prayers for his healing!
Congrats on your SITS day girls. I hope Ezra is doing well. I have been so busy so not up to date on much but going to read his blog now.
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day! Loved the Intro Post ... and the look of those chocolate treats!!! :-) All the best to your family.
ReplyDeleteSITS congrats!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day! You are gorgeous and your family is adorable....and your blog is amazing!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great one!
YOU GO GIRL! JUST LOOK AT THOSE COMMENTS.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see that it is your big day today!! Congrats on being the FB over at SITS!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a great SITS day... Thanks for sharing your story.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on you day. What a cute little intro to you!
ReplyDeletehappy SITS day SITSta! great blog, i've already had a cry and a laugh! xx
ReplyDeleteWow... BEAUTIFUL blog! I hope you enjoyed your day!
ReplyDeleteHappy SITS day. I was just wondering how Ezra was doing this morning. Sending warm wishes and healing thoughts your way!
ReplyDeletePaula
Hope you had a wonderful SITS day! Love your blog intro, very fun!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your SITS day! Love the poetry.
ReplyDeleteI totally missed this entry yesterday, I was so busy cramming in all your other posts and still going!
ReplyDeleteok, so that was me sitting on your blog for several hours - i got distracted! congrats on your sits day - you write well, you photograph well, i think i'll come back and read some more.
ReplyDeleteLove it! Love your energy and enthusiasm for life - even with some battles thrown in there for good measure! I have a house full of testosterone too - 4 boys from 21 years old (living in his own apartment) to 22 months, with a 5 year old and a 17 year old in the middle. Wow! I will be back for more - to your site!
ReplyDeleteThat's one of the best SITS intros I've ever read!
ReplyDeleteJust stopped by to say Congrats on your SITS day. I know I am a day late but its the thought that counts right?
ReplyDeleteHonored to be a SITSA! Love your blog and may very well take your encouragement to make a little political noise. I cried when school called to say we could "opt out" of our kids watching the Presidential address. I am NOT over it. You inspire me. God Bless you and your family. I will hold all of you and Ezra in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteI can see why you were featured!! Your blog, attitude, photos and family ROCK!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm new to SITS, new to blogging, and loving trying to get up to speed!
Hope you can stop by my blog for a visit! I'd be honored!
Hello, just joined SITS, so I'm here to say hi hi hi!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE your blog...your family is beautiful!!! (Saying prayers for your adorable son)
ReplyDeleteI have a 6yr old named Roan...Im sure pronounced the same as your sons! He is the only one at his school too!:)
Happy Happy SITS day to you...
Love this post :)
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