Abuela & Mom, Feeling Buddies Tag Team #FB4F @BlogginMamas Sponsored

Conscious Discipline has picked Babushka and hija Cristyl's Corazon as a team evaluator of their  HOME  EDITION:  Feeling  Buddies  for  Families  Toolkit. Parte of Bloggin' Mamas, we have been compensated for these posts, however all opinions and reactions/outcomes are nuestros.

Now you KNOW this had to be included.

HolaHolaHola Beautifuls!

Isn't that picture just perfecto? Not only does it incluye "dance", pero the relationship between adulto y niño. They say when the student is ready the teacher appears, and this toolkit couldn't have been sent to Babushka at a better time. If you've been following BB en los redes, you've seen much more of my Eldest daughter, Cristyl's, familia. They've joined BB y Sweetie Up North in The South and Babushka isn't a long distance abuela to them anymore!! Blessings abounding, pero tambien the responsability. Quee?? Does that mean BB won't spoil them anymore? JU SO FONII!! Por supuesto there'll still be spoiling, pero to help mi hija, Babushka will also have to ayudar en la disciplina and long term molding de la cria. Y si, learn how to interact with a grownup daughter, her husband, and the dynamics of that.

Felizmente the S Sisters saw fit to send Conscious Discipline into our vidas. In its 20th year, this program has been used by schools and trained individuals to help children learn lifelong self regulation rules. Now, they've introduced the same principles to help familias in their casas. HOME  EDITION:  Feeling  Buddies  for  Families  Toolkit is for all ages and stages. 

"  The  HOME  EDITION:  Feeling  Buddies  for  Families  Toolkit  is  a  newly  released  product  from  Conscious   Discipline,  a  leading  provider  in  social-­‐emotional  learning  and  classroom  management  resources.  This     Self-­‐Regulation  toolkit  is  exclusively  available  for  purchase  at  http://feelingbuddies.com/      The  Toolkit  is  inspired  by  the  best  selling  CLASSROOM  EDITION:  Feeling  Buddies  Self-­‐Regulation  Toolkit,   which  has  consistently  brought  about  transformational  results  in  schools,  even  with  hard-­‐to-­‐reach  and   special  needs  students.      The  kit  was  reimagined  for  home  use,  and  includes  content  and  resources  that  present  a  framework  for     self-­‐regulation  for  adults  and  children.  The  kit  also  includes  access  to  six  video  coaching  sessions  with  the   creator  and  Conscious  Discipline  founder,  Dr.  Becky  Bailey.  "

Feeling Buddies Toolkit

Cristyl and BB are waiting for her esposo and La Princesa to move up here next week to start implementing el programa. Esto es serio and requires real effort and dedicacion, porque es for nuestros hijos. A program that gives them ejemplos and ways to self regulate emociones is invaluable, priceless. and a lifelong memoria.

Algo ALL Abuelas want to be.

; )

BB2U

#ABLEUnited #DisabilitySavings for our Children. #sponsored

Babushka is honored to be part of ABLE Mama'Bassadors program between ABLEUnited and Bloggin' Mamas.  Opinions stated are all BB's.

HolaHolaHola Beautifuls!!!

Isn't that picture just precioso?  Sweetie and BB had our granddaughter La Princesa for a little bit this verano and some wonderful memories were made.  Now that she's young (and so are we- relatively) we were able to have lots of fun and meet all her needs and wants.  Quee??  Ok Si, we totally spoiled her, and hope to be able to do so for a long time.  Lamentablemente she is growing up way too fast and before we know it she'll be off on her own.  A sobering thought for all families, but for those of us who's loved ones have special needs, who've been diagnosed with disabilities, it can be downright scary. Babushka has written about this before and will say it otra vez.  Thankfully, Florida has the ABLE Account, enacted for the ABLE Act which authorizes states to create tax-free savings accounts for individuals with disabilities.

And why specifically an ABLE Account when there are other ways to save?

Who can have an ABLEUnited account?

There's an Eligibility Wizard if you'd like to be sure your loved one qualifies.

http://www.ableunited.com/learn/eligibility/eligibility-wizard/

It takes 15 mins to sign up for a lifetime of assistance.

THIS is the part Sweetie and BB are very happy about.  As grandparents we can contribute to La Princesa's account with no problem or penalty for anyone.  ESOOOOOOO!!!!  Abuelos, Amigos, Anyone can help with a child's future.

The 4 most asked questions about this program are shared  HERE

pero if you still need assistance...

If you or someone you know could use this program please share it.  

The main site: http://www.ableunited.com/

Feibu: https://www.facebook.com/ABLEUnited/

Keep an eye out for another TWEETY FIESTA about the ABLEUnited plan, 
porque if you think Babushka has said todo...

JU SO FONII!!!


BB2U

BB Blabs 'Bout 'Buela - Show 4 @Carla_Curiel Creator of @MundoLanugo

HolaHolaHola Beautifuls!!

Show 4 of BB Blabs was a little bit different this time; the guest being interviewed isn't an abuela.

Pero she invented one of the most charming Grandmothers Babushka has ever met- Doña Antigua.

La Doña is grandmother to Gloria, a personal friend of BB's, por largo rato.

Years of Amor & Amistad.

♪♫♪La-La LANUGO♪♫♪ Laugh & Learn with our Legacy

♪ Fa La La- Pa' La Princesa! ♪ Singing with Bebe Lanugo

The Shower for @BabushkasBebe - Blessings All Around. #MundoLanugo #AVENTparents #WinnDixie #Ford

Adding to the Madness & A Very Meri Crisma 2 U!!

Babushka had to ask Carla what prompted her to add La Doña to the Mundo Lanugo Lineup; what did she see the role of Grandparents being? Inspired como siempre, she touched on families where grandparents are raising their grandchildren (as is the case con Gloria), the different types of abuelas- the ones who were "AbuelaMoms" and the "AbuelaParty". Y si, BB es de the latter.  Pero in whichever group the grandparent is, they are definitely an important and intricate part of la familia.

To hear the full interview, please click here:

And here, our true guest of honor esta noche-  Doña Antigua.

She has so much in common with Babushka! 

El baile, the way she sings. Quee??  JU SO FONII!!  

Ok, BB doesn't clean, but besides that the similarities are astounding!  

Tambien astounding are the wonderful productos, sites & youtubes of Mundo Lanugo.

Pinterest  - https://www.pinterest.com/mundolanugo

Feibu- https://www.facebook.com/MundoLanugo/

Tweety- https://twitter.com/MundoLanugo

Main Site- https://mundolanugo.com/

Shop- ShopMundoLanugo.com

So Beautifuls, this BB Blabs y grandma was diferente -

but then again, if you've been following BB,

a different kinda grandma is something you're used to.

; )

Babushka Besos a todos. Cuidensen.

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mundolanugo.mundolanugo

App Store:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mundo-lanugo-juega-y-aprende/id1017007295

P.S.  The award winning book -

http://blog.mundolanugo.com/aprende/dia-del-libro-infantil/

BB Blabs 'Bout 'Buela- Show 2 w/ @AbuelaDeMiami @Juanis111

HolaHolaHola Beautifuls!!!

Show 2 of BB Blabs 'Bout 'Buela just wrapped up, y no por na' but it was BUENISIMO!!!

You know how it is when you get together with friends, the time just goes by bolando.  If you've been reading Babushka's blog you're no stranger to Janie Flores. She's been a member of Bloggin' Mamas for years now. Together we've been to Woman Executive Events, Carnaval Miami, and numerous Ford y Hispanicize events. Pero this was the first time we actually got to have a conversation for more than 15 mins, and if we could have kept going it would have been much longer than the 30 we taped. Especially since it was about our favorite subject, Grandchildren.


Now don't be thinking that's ALL we talked about, los abuelos of today are into many things and can speak and do more than that. Matter of fact, Janie's schedule and interests are impressive - tv production, real estate, organizing empowerment tours to Israel, oh si, the topics were so varied that at times it seemed the shows Grandparent premise was forgotten. JU SO FONII!!! Go ahead and see for yourself how abuelos and their importance is ever present.

BUENISIMO verdad??!!??!! Como abuelos, this is our legacy, to show future generations that advancing age does not equal diminishing worth, one never gives up or stops dreaming.  The lessons of our abuelos are not just part of our past; they also shape our present and future. And BB's still got a lot of shaping to do.


Gracias to Janie for being such a great guest, who will have to visit the show again because you 30 minutes wasn't enough. Es mas, here are her social media info/handles because after you've seen the video, Babushka KNOWS you're gonna want to know more and follow all her projects.

Feibu :

@BuenaVidaMedia

@MiamiAlMaximo

@AbuelaDeMiami

@AmoraIsrael

Tweety:

@BuenaVidaMedia

@MiamiAlMaximo

@AbuelaDeMiami

@juanis111

Instagram:

@jflores111

#AmoraIsrael

Hope to see you next Sunday at 9:30 pm ET Beautifuls!

BB Blabs 'Bout 'Buela - 

Where Grandparents Gloat & Grandkids Remember

Have a memory you'd like to share? Babushka looks forward to your stories.

Babushka Besos a todos.  Cuidensen

Imainlove with Amaluna @CirqueduSoleil Miami

 #Autism #ArtforAutism #Grandparents #lifelongmemories #spon #100%BB

HolaHolaHola My Beautifuls!

As you well know, BB is always thankful for her familia and her profession-blogging. The chances Babushka can turn them into a Twofer the blessing is doubled. These double blessings make for lifelong memories, impressions, and lessons. I'm counting on this next adventure to be exactly that for La Princesa, my granddaughter. Because of her autism,she doesn't join us in many shows. We really don't know how she'll react to the loud noises and sudden movements. However, if there's one thing we do know is her love of music and dance. BB also knows that mi querida nieta has the "magic power" of killer memory and answering questions correctly w/the dialogue of a tv program or video she's seen, y that she also understands the essence of people and things. For this reason Babushka will take her to see Amaluna. Gracias to the kind folks of Cirque du Soleil, she will experience the joy of a live performance and hopefully the message of female vitality & empowerment.

Babushka can hear you Beautifuls saying, "Quee? A circus starring women and their powers? #JUSOFONII !!!" Who'd of thunk it right?  Pero si, here's the story behind Amaluna.

Amaluna invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Their queen, Prospera, directs her daughter's coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honors femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance which marks the passing of these insights and values from one generation to the next.

In the wake of a storm caused by Prospera, a group of young men washes ashore the island, triggering an epic and emotional story of love between Prospera's daughter and a brave young suitor. But theirs is a love that will be put to the test and the couple must face numerous demanding trials before they can achieve mutual trust, faith and harmony.

Amaluna is a fusion of the words ama, which refers to "mother" in many languages, and luna, which means "moon"; a symbol of femininity that evokes both the mother-daughter relationship and the idea of goddess and protector of the planet. Amaluna is also the name of the mysterious island where this magical story unfolds.

A TRIBUTE TO THE WORK AND VOICE OF WOMEN

For the first time in Cirque du Soleil's history, Amaluna features a cast that comprises 70% women, with a 100% all-female band. "Amaluna is a tribute to the work and voice of women", explains Director of Creation Fernand Rainville. "

Pass up a chance to see this with my nieta?  Now it's BB's turn to say, JU SO FONII!!!

Of course Babushka wants to share this blessing with you My Beautifuls,
 so here's a giveaway for 4 tickets to see Amaluna.
Si, Cirque's Sensational aren't they?

Entry-Form

For those that don't want to miss it, but don't want to wait either,
for BB's Beautifuls on Cyber Monday:

https://tickets.cirquedusoleil.com/webshop3/index.html?channel=8&seriesCode=AMAMIA&language=en&lfMix=CDSGP&promoCode=LNCYBER&cid=dp:aml_us-fl-04_2014:amaluna-miami-2014:Babushka's Baile:Display|babushka-special-offer-cyber-monday:tks:lvn&adsrc=Babushka's Baile&adcnt=Display|babushka-special-offer-cyber-Monday

Oh my and Oh Yeah.

Buena Suerte con Blessings & lots of other great deals for all this shopping weekend!

BB2U

Maaaa.... how do you??? Day 4 of SMCSF 30 day blog challenge

This 30 day blog challenge has inspired Babushka. Queee?? To write a daily blog?  JU SO FONII!!!  No way!
But I will start a monthly feature titled "Maaaa.... how do you???".  And it goes something like this:


It’s happened.  You have found your parents' brains.  They had lost them while you were going through puberty ::shudder::, but now that you’re the new parent the new grandparents are once again reliable and valuable sages.  I know this to be a true and never ending saga because I did it to my mother and now my trio is doing it to me.  Maaaa...How do you???

It can be anything and everything.  True, the first child is always raised via “the experts” as in doctors and child psychologists of the era, but when that fails, then common sense & experience are more reliable than “experts”.  It seems to me that today’s parents try to reason and cajole their offspring into doing what’s good for them.  Whatever happened to good old fashioned trickery?  Don’t look at me like that- we’ve all done it.  Or did your baby’s spoon really fly in the air or make choo choo sounds?  Ahuh... so today’s lesson is getting your children to eat their greeneries- veggies and salads.  

Don’t know about your children, but my trio loved the boxed Mac & Cheese and they loved hot dogs.  So I made macaroni & cheese with little bits of cut up hot dogs in them.  Once they started looking forward to that dish I added frozen vegetables cut up into small pieces “for color”.  “Look” BB would say, “Isn’t that so pretty?”  Naturally the first batch was lotsa cheese and hot dogs.  As they grew accustomed to the combination I would gradually add more veggies or have bigger pieces of veggies in them while tapering back on the cheese and hot dog.  The ratio was easily played with and calculated and they learned to eat their vegetables!  To this day I have grown up friends of my son admit to me that the only way they’d eat vegetables was at my house when I made them in mac & cheese.  

Now I know “the experts” are always touting the evils of sugar- but you know the evil of not eating greens is worse. So, Maaaaa...How do you???  make the child eat salad?  CATALINA DRESSING.  Yes it’s watered catsup w/lots of sugar, but it works!!  And like the mac & cheese you play with the ratio until they start to like other greens.  My eldest, now in her late 20’s still brightens up whenever she sees the bottle of Catalina in my home.  Think about it.  I’m sure there’s a food or ingredient that your parents have in their home that reminds you of your childhood.  Hopefully it’s a good memory and you’ll be using it in your home too.

Now what events, problems, questions did or do you have that you just had to ask- Maaaa...how do you???

So, que creen? How y'all like the first post of the series?  

What questions would you like BB to answer or topic you'd like her spin on?  

Or maybe you'd like to share a "Maaa....how do you???" moment of your own? I'd love to hear from you.

¡¡A BAILAR SE HA DICHO!!

; )

Babushka Besos a todos. Cuidensen.