tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25190781448125934322023-11-15T06:06:49.797-08:00Mom of 2 at Home<b>I help moms stay at home!</b>MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-12490065554375530072011-02-24T08:31:00.000-08:002011-02-24T08:31:06.038-08:00Disney Channel and NickelodeonBetween the two channels I am going to go insane. Through the fault of my own I suppose, the television is almost always on Disney Channel or Nickelodeon when my kids are home. What does that mean? I can watch iCarly, Good Luck Charlie, Suite Life, Sponge Bob, or Phinease and Ferb at least 3 times a day. When watched one at a time they are good shows and I'm sure I would have watched them religiously when I was younger. Some weeks it feels like they only created 3 episodes on each program. I'm constantly thinking to myself "didn't we just see this one two days ago." The kids are never empathetic so I don't bother wasting my breath to suggest we JUST saw the given episode.<br />
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When I was a kid there were no marathons of tv shows. I would have watched the Facts of Life over and over if they had a marathon. <br />
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The kids grew out of the toddler Disney programs in about 5 years. How long before I am relieved of the boredom I face with the repeats of the Disney and Nick shows? It will have to be a while, because the alternative leaves a lot to be desired? These two channels are the only places where people aren't swearing in every show or in a commercials. I suppose when I think of the alternative, I can live with the repeats and be grateful that my kids aren't begging to watch the alternative.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-7164298959880296632011-02-18T12:45:00.000-08:002011-02-18T12:45:15.166-08:00Social Marketing is alive and well. What would I like to see die? The sarcasm and “holier than thou” attitudes I see on so many message boards and blogs. Less experienced people come to the internet to get answers to their questions; they don’t need to fear the backlash of people that are knowledgeable on said topic. These people claim to be there to help. I say don’t bother answering a question if you can’t control yourself enough to give a civilized response. I’m tempted to provide an example, but I think any of us that surf the net and read comments have come across these crass individuals. Providing an example would only promote the site and the person that posts rude comments so I will refrain. I will, however, provide an example of a forum where I have experienced nothing but good things. It is a very supportive community of online sellers that learn from one another and don’t feel the need to be rude when they offer advice. It is a collection of people that are kind to one another and selfless in their offers of help and advice. The name of the site is <a href="http://www.thesellinglounge.com/">The Selling Lounge: Where sellers help sellers</a>. If you are looking for a community of supportive people stop by and check it out. <br />
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With the increased need to network for the sake of networking, don’t leave your heart at the door.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-18570942813371362342011-02-02T21:02:00.000-08:002011-02-02T21:15:28.748-08:00Blizzard February 2, 2011<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TUo4U_ZzkyI/AAAAAAAABFY/CNPXzuqz1OE/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TUo4U_ZzkyI/AAAAAAAABFY/CNPXzuqz1OE/s200/2.jpg" width="148" /></a></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TUo4VroaQkI/AAAAAAAABFc/WS-xGNbcysM/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TUo4VroaQkI/AAAAAAAABFc/WS-xGNbcysM/s200/3.jpg" width="200" /></a><br />
We've just experienced the Blizzard of 2011. There were 18 inches of snow on the ground when we woke up this morning. There were reported snow drifts of up to 5 feet at some places in the city! Luckily our snow drifts were only about 2 feet. Luckily our driveway isn't terribly long. This shortened the time we needed to shovel. However, the time spent shoveling was still long and intense. Luckily my husband did the bulk of it. I did about an hour. He was at it even longer than that. It was TERRIBLE!<br />
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One nice thing that happens when these storms come is that you see the kind hearts of people. People are helping their neighbors dig their cars out that have been plowed in, people are helping strangers shovel their driveways and sidewalks, and people are pushing stuck cars through snow and ice. There were reports of thousands of stranded motorists in Chicago. How terrible that must have been for them! There were wonderful good Samaritans down there that were bringing hot coffee and granola bars to people that were stranded for hours in their cars on a stretch of road down there. <br />
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Thankfully the snow stopped early this morning and we've been able to dig ourselves out with relative ease compared to others. The kids played outside for a bit this morning while we shoveled. That was until their snow pants and gloves were soaked. Then we came in for hot chocolate and to snuggle in a warm blanket. Tomorrow it's back to school and we see how far into the streets cars are parked because the snow keeps them from parking anywhere near the curb. It's going to be frigid temperatures for the next few days (to be expected around here after a snow storm), but I'm hoping it will be warm enough to melt some of this snow before we get a new batch of it.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-23473355135481599092011-01-31T20:29:00.001-08:002011-01-31T20:32:10.976-08:00Dishwasher Detergent Review<div class="MsoNormal">I changed to a new dishwasher detergent a few months ago called Diamond Brite and I love it! I wanted to share it with everyone so you too can experience the advantages of a better safer product. What are you going to gain from using Diamond Brite?</div><ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal">Condensed formula leads to less money spent!</li>
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">Before Diamond Brite I was using a store brand. It was working ok but I was getting residue on the tops of the glasses that I would need to rinse off each time I ran the dishwasher. The glasses had a film on them that was a constant so I got used to it. Then I started using Diamond Brite and I saw the light! Now the film on my glasses and dishes is gone. They are crystal clear. No more residue to rinse off of the glasses. What’s the best part about switching to Diamond Brite? I’m saving money! Isn’t that amazing?! I’m using a BETTER and SAFER product AND I’m paying LESS for it! <a href="http://www.switchingstores.com/ajs002004">Contact me</a> to experience the difference!</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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How many opportunities have passed you by because of a fear of failure? How many successes could have been celebrated if not for the fear of failure? We live in a world of possibilities don't let fear keep you from taking advantage of them.<br />
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If fear ruled my life I wouldn't be a stay at home mom. That is the thing I have wanted the most since I became a mom 7 years ago. When my job was eliminated a few months ago I saw it as a new opportunity. I embraced that change in my life and looked at it as my chance to start my own business. Now I'm working with <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">Internet CEO Moms</a>. I get to volunteer at my kids' school! I don't have to worry about taking off of work for sick days, field trips, volunteer time, vacation days, or summer vacation for the kids. I take off when I need to, not when my employer says it's "ok." It's an incredible freedom that I so enjoy. <br />
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My example of overcoming fear happens to use the case of me losing my job. What about those of you that love working but you are in a job that isn't suited for you? I have worked with people that are undervalued and unappreciated that will stay in the same job until retirement simply because they are afraid to look for something new. The excuses are losing their tenure or vacation time or they don't want to learn a new job. They know their current job like the back of their hand... "why change?" I don't know... maybe because you are miserable!!! How is that affecting you? Your family? There are countless excuses for why people don't leave a job they hate. Often the underlying reason is plain old fashioned FEAR. Remember the saying "God won't give you more than you can handle" or "Everything happens for a reason." You aren't meant to be at a job that makes you unhappy... take the plunge and start looking for something that will make you happy!!!<br />
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In looking at my situation, I lost my job the day after I was introduced to <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">Internet CEO Moms</a>. I was going to think about the opportunity overnight. When I lost my job the next day I immediately knew that I was supposed to take advantage of the <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">Internet CEO Mom</a>'s opportunity. I haven't looked back once!<br />
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What are you waiting for? Tackle your fears instead of sitting back while life passes you by.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-55387338307859858812011-01-30T20:02:00.000-08:002011-01-30T20:02:45.286-08:00Financial FreedomThat's what my husband and I are hoping to have in the next few years. This year we started to <a href="http://www.daveramsey.com/">Dave Ramsey</a>'s class Financial Peace University. It feels good that my husband and I are both in this together. In the beginning I was so afraid to ask him to sign up for the class with me because I was afraid he would say no. Thankfully, I under-estimated him. Week 2 class was today. It will be a challenge, but we are so looking forward to the bright future ahead for us and our children. For the first time in our 15 year marriage, my husband and I will have a budget.<br />
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This is going to be a life changing year for us. I have started my new business with Internet CEO Moms, my husband will be opening his new comic book store in the next few months, and we have begun our journey to Financial Peace.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-8527651813810682602011-01-12T11:33:00.000-08:002011-01-12T11:59:08.817-08:00I Switched Stores And You Can Too!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TS4Bw8GrZXI/AAAAAAAABFM/X3jtmuP80Ag/s1600/poison.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="198" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TS4Bw8GrZXI/AAAAAAAABFM/X3jtmuP80Ag/s200/poison.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Recently I <a href="http://www.internetceomoms.com/ajs002004">switched stores</a> for my household cleaners and personal care products to a better and safer online store. ALL of their products are chemical free and less expensive for my family. What a life savor... literally. I never realized the dangers that surrounded my family and I. <br />
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Did you know bleach, chlorine and other harsh chemicals contribute to the skin allergies you may be suffering from? Switching to the products from the new store has rid me of eczema I have suffered from for years. WebMd.com tells us about the <a href="http://www.webmd.com/allergies/chemical-allergies">affects of chemicals</a> in our lives: "Allergic skin reactions, called allergic contact dermatitis, can occur when your immune system overreacts to chemicals that are normally harmless. Often these are chemicals in products that you are exposed to or use repeatedly, such as cleaners, colognes, hair dyes, and personal hygiene items. Even if you have no initial reaction to these products, regular use can eventually cause sensitivity and reaction to them. Some products cause a reaction only when they contact the skin and are exposed to sunlight." Those store bought brands are more dangerous than you may think.<br />
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<a href="http://www.internetceomoms.com/ajs002004">Let me know</a> if you'd like to know more about my experience with these new safer and less expensive products.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-71306344495318833572011-01-09T10:20:00.000-08:002011-01-09T10:20:00.769-08:00Who babysits your kids?Back when I was a kid it seemed like parents would hire strangers to watch their kids pretty often. Is that still happening? I am definitely not comfortable with that. As a result, my husband and I don't spend a lot of time without the kids. We do work from home so there is that... I suppose we could go out for a date during the day, but nobody has birthday parties for us to go to during the day. This month two friends are having birthday parties on two different days. I'd love to go to both of them but there is nobody we can turn to and <i>know</i> they will watch the kids at the drop of a hat. Sad when you consider how many family members we have. One problem of ours is that my husband and I are relatively quiet so our relationships with family aren't close enough that we feel comfortable asking them to watch the kids. Then there is the fact that we have 3 sets of grandparents alive and none of them are able to watch the kids. Some with good reasons some with not so good reasons. It's so frustrating having so many family in our lives and not really being able to turn to them for help. Granted, some of the distance is attributed to my husband and I so I can only be angry with us. Frustration still reveals itself when events we'd like to attend come up. <br />
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I guess I'll look at it as only needing about 7 more years before I can leave the kids alone and go out without using a babysitter. <br />
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So who babysits YOUR kids? Do you use babysitters often? I know parents that have date night at LEAST once a month and have no problems finding a sitter.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-16195233551141383902011-01-07T20:50:00.000-08:002011-01-30T20:57:48.694-08:00iCarly iCe Cream party!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TSfW4jJlWeI/AAAAAAAABFA/qjrYPjW2qC8/s1600/icecream-party.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TSfW4jJlWeI/AAAAAAAABFA/qjrYPjW2qC8/s320/icecream-party.png" width="320" /></a></div>I've been planning my daughter's first birthday party with friends. The party is next weekend. I've gotten <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/kjscreations?rf=238412228087488578">invitations</a> designed by an online friend and love them. I'm including a copy of the invite and here is my friend's site. If you need anything customized let her know. She's awesome!!!<br />
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I'm hoping the great invitation it entices kids to come. Not that my daughter isn't liked by most, but if experience from a past birthday we attended is any indicator there will be low attendance. That would make me feel bad for Hannah.<br />
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Along with this being Hannah's first party, this is my first birthday party for kids. As a result, I wanted to be sure I can keep them entertained. My friend that provided the invitation design also gave me the idea of having the kids make their own ice cream. I think that's a very unique idea and bet most if not all of the kids there haven't done this before. Here's the <a href="http://homeparents.about.com/od/recipesandcrafts/r/zip_icecream.htm">ice cream recipe</a> if you'd like to give it a try. <br />
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I ordered the <a href="http://www.partycity.com/product/icarly+party+supplies.do?sortby=ourPicks&pp=20&size=all&page=2">iCarly party supplies</a> tonight and they should be delivered early next week. We can't wait! I'll top off the theme with an iCarly cake. I'll make a cake and decorate with iCarly pencil sharpeners that have iCarly photos on them.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-31604168155635001382011-01-07T09:55:00.000-08:002011-01-10T20:47:39.360-08:00For the Love of MusicMy kids LOVE music! I honestly think it started from the womb. I'm one of those people that LOVES to sing alone. And I have been known to throw some passion and volume into my singing. I'd be pretty embarrassed if someone actually caught me doing this. I'll do it with my kids and sometimes hubby around but definitely nobody else.<br />
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After the kids were born, the singing didn't stop. I would play a cd with their name in the songs that my mom had given me for each of them until they fell asleep. Also, this day I sing four songs to them before bed. They love getting musical instruments as gifts: numerous play guitars over the years, maracas, tambourine, a metal drum set (still not sure I should have purchased the drum set), recorders from the dollar store (wow those things are loud), the Paper Jams Guitar for Christmas 2010, and probably some others I'm not thinking of. My son also loves playing Guitar Hero. He does very well on the drums and he's only 5 1/2. Beyond the instruments, the kids love to sing whether it's with Hannah Montana or Jonas Brothers. They even make up quite a few songs on their own. They are quite the performers!<br />
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So with all of this exposure to music it's only natural to assume I'd want them in music at school right? At their school the only options they have are violin and cello at their age. My thought is "I'll take what I can get." Problem? It's not their favorite thing to do... ok they would like to quit, but I think taking the violin strengthens their music knowledge (for future instruments). In addition, it's been proven that kids that participate in musical activities do better in school. With those two strong factors present, I want them to stick with it until they can switch to a different instrument when they get into a higher grade. I think they can switch instruments in either third or fourth grade at their school. Then they can be in band. I hope they have more commitment when it comes to an instrument they want to play. Am I forcing something on them? Yes, I suppose but with 5 minutes of practice time a night (that <i>I</i> don't even commit to sometimes) I figure they'll survive. They aren't doing a ton of other activities that pile onto their responsibilities of their instrument so I feel good about the lessons.<br />
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I'm looking forward to listening to my kids' music for many years to come. What a blessing!!<br />
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<ul><li>Are you a mom that needs <a href="http://www.livingglutenfreecaseinfree.com/">Gluten-Free Menu options</a>? There is a subscription for exactly that need! </li>
<li>The <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/store/busymommenu.php">Busy Mom menu</a> turns those quick unhealthy meals into quick healthy meals.</li>
<li>The <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/store/frugalmommenu.php">Frugel Mom menu </a> even provides you with a cost analysis for proof of savings.</li>
<li>For families that receive food from Angel Food Ministries there is a menu plan called <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/menuplanning.php">Food Ministry Menu</a> that caters to the items that are included in those boxes. When you don't know what to do with something included in the box, the Food Ministry Menu DOES!</li>
</ul>Beyond the variety of menu plans provided by Menus 4 Moms, there is a wealth of knowledge to be found on the website with a variety of <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/articles/">articles</a> on topics from <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/articles/sneak_extra_vegetables.php">adding more fruits & vegetables to your routine</a> to <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/articles/can_you_afford_stay_home.php">deciding if a stay at home mom role will work for your family</a>.<br />
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If menus and articles aren't enough, you'll even find tips on home organization, quick ideas for breakfast, lunch and snack, local grocery deals, and so much more that I couldn't possibly have room to list here. <a href="http://www.menus4moms.com/">Menus 4 Moms</a> is a virtual gold mine of resources for moms. If you're looking for a site abundant with knowledge and money saving opportunities stop at Menus 4 Moms ... you won't be disappointed!MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-90026973037392954452010-12-27T20:50:00.000-08:002010-12-27T20:58:12.500-08:00Another Christmas Season Come and Gone<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TRlt8EOlSoI/AAAAAAAABE0/RGCYpsE_mfw/s1600/christmasjesus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TRlt8EOlSoI/AAAAAAAABE0/RGCYpsE_mfw/s320/christmasjesus.jpg" width="240" /></a><br />
Before we had kids I was determined to keep the tree up through my birthday (December 30th). This year the tree comes down tomorrow. I can't stand the lack of mobility in our living room any longer. It is wall to wall disorganization between new toys, old toys, and junk that just plain needs to be thrown out. Yes, I should have cleared out much of the clutter prior to Christmas. But between the Christmas related duties and making calls to potential business partners I never seemed to get around to it. <br />
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All in all it's been a wonderful holiday season. It started with me losing the job I hated in November. That same day I committed to <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">Internet CEO Moms</a>.<br />
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<b>What I DIDN'T do this holiday season</b><br />
With the beginnings of my new business getting underway, I admittedly didn't spend a lot of time on the holiday hubbub. I missed out on holiday baking for the family except the 2 pies I made Christmas morning. I also didn't get Christmas cards out like I would have liked. I wonder if a lot of people had trouble with that this year. It didn't seem like we received a lot of cards this year. We didn't have to miss my husband attending holiday events as he is no longer on 3rd shift. During the past couple of years he has missed so much having to sleep to prepare for an evening shift. It's nice not feeling like I'm a single mother when I go to events. I'll have to remind him how much I love him being around now that he isn't on 3rd shift anymore.<br />
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<b>What I DID do this holiday season</b><br />
I made time for shopping and made cookies for a craft make and take for the kids' school. I took a lot of time to appreciate my new role as stay-at-home mom to my 5 1/2 and almost 7 year old. We spent family time together going through a local neighborhood that has an annual tradition of decking their homes out in lights and accessories until their hearts are content. It is such a beautiful sight! It's exciting for kids and grownups alike! We also went to Christmas Eve services at church. The service is of course busier than our usual service so the kids couldn't bring the coloring books and such they usually bring to keep themselves busy. In light of that they behaved perfectly. The service was beautiful as always.<br />
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We feel so blessed and grateful this holiday season. We gratefully celebrate the Lord sending his only Son for us. What a glorious gift. We are also grateful that our family is healthy and happy and so close. It has been a wonderful holiday season. <br />
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What was the most memorable part of your holiday season?MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-21309133865092490122010-12-17T20:11:00.000-08:002010-12-17T20:11:20.216-08:00AdvertisingI'm always in search of free advertising! How about <a href="http://beautybrite.blogspot.com/">this site</a>... I'm trying to win two months of free advertising. There will be 6 winners and lucky for me the numbers of entries isn't very large. Check them out at <a href="http://beautybrite.blogspot.com/">Beauty Brite</a>.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-42011164480216822602010-12-13T12:26:00.000-08:002010-12-13T12:42:11.255-08:00What are your favorite holiday traditions?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TQaE85OnNTI/AAAAAAAABEk/09lkOIPSiDs/s1600/christmasornament.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TQaE85OnNTI/AAAAAAAABEk/09lkOIPSiDs/s320/christmasornament.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal">Before my kids were born I started the holiday tradition of exchanging ornaments on Christmas Eve with my husband. When my kids came along, we continued the tradition. As a child, I always got to open one present on Christmas Eve so I wanted to continue that tradition with my own kids. I much prefer they open something small though. I was able to pick from a few but the big ones came out after I was in bed. I like the ornament idea because I add their name and the yr we gave them the ornament to the bottom or another available spot. It will be fun to look back on ornaments we’ve given them throughout different phases of their lives. Like when they liked Dora and Diego. They also have ornaments to truly call their own throughout the years. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Another tradition is to go to my mother’s-in-law for dinner. We are forever guaranteed that their will be an abundance of home cooking at Granny’s (as the kids call her) house. The staple is homemade macaroni and cheese that is a must-have for the kids. I love the homemade stuffing/dressing. The love and laughter in the home on that day is palpable. It’s hard to go home to a quiet house after all of the commotion (said in the most loving way) that is had at Granny’s house. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">What part of the holiday do you embrace? What traditions do you love? </div>MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-42374376868556254642010-12-11T13:22:00.000-08:002010-12-11T13:22:01.911-08:005 ways to market an at home careerMuch of your success in your work from home job can be attained through online marketing. The best part about this is that it’s either free or very inexpensive.<br />
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• <b><span style="font-size: small;">Create a <a href="http://www.twitter.com/momoftwoathome">Twitter</a> account and get a lot of followers.</span></b><br />
o Look for people that you may want to target for your business. <br />
o If it’s a typing job target people that have “clerical” or “office job” in their profile. <br />
o Follow these people in hopes that they will follow you back. <br />
o Tweet a few times a day to stay in touch with everyone.<br />
o Comment on other’s posts to get relationships going.<br />
o People may want to learn more about your business the stronger your relationship becomes with them.<br />
o Don’t advertise a lot on Twitter. It’s more about relationship building. Throw your link in there occasionally but don’t be there ONLY to show everyone what you do.<br />
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• <b>Create a <a href="http://www.facebook.com/angela.steward">Facebook</a> account</b><br />
o If you want, you can add a fan page for your business. <br />
o Post about your business occasionally but don’t let that become the only reason you’re there. <br />
o You can invite people in certain groups to be your friend on Facebook. People don’t often question who you are. They just accept your friendship.<br />
o At the moment my avatar is my business logo. You may or may not want to go this route. At this point I’m doing it to see if people get curious and contact me. One person did because they were curious about my business and the other person contacted me because she is also a work from home individual and contacted me because of our common ground. The other option is to place your own picture on there so people comfortably connect with you without feeling like you’re going to try selling something to them. The down side to this is the people don’t know what you do unless they click on your profile or if you mention it in a post.<br />
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<b>• Free Classified Ads</b><br />
o Are you looking for people to join your team? There are countless free classified websites that will help you promote your business opportunity.<br />
o Need someone to do billing work for you? There is a category for that as well. Simply enter “Free Classified” in Google and even be specific to the job you are filling or the type of person you’d be looking for. Perhaps “Medical Billing Free Classified.” There are classifieds for numerous niches out there.<br />
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<b>• Start a <a href="http://www.momof2athome.blogspot.com/">Blog</a></b><br />
o This is very important. I don’t want you to do it because everyone is doing it but do it because it works.<br />
o It’s going to add a new link to your site out there on the worldwide web making it easier for people to find you.<br />
o People learn more about you or your business and may be more inclined to go to your website.<br />
o Use your blog to communicate to members of your team and potential members of your team.<br />
o There is evidence throughout the internet proving that blogs are essential to any business.<br />
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<b>• Post your website on related websites.</b><br />
o Find blogs that relate to your business. Is there a blog that talks about medical billing or working from home? If you can contribute to these blogs in a meaningful way, post a comment. Don’t post a comment just to get your link on there. MANY blogs are no-follow which means Googles’ spiders aren’t going to follow your link. It’s the down side to some blogs but not all blogs are like this. Even no-follow blogs are beneficial:<br />
<ul><li> Other people that visit the blog could click on your link if they find your comment to be interesting enough.</li>
<li>Your comment MUST be beneficial. Don’t say “good points” just to get your link on there. I am very unlikely to click on your link if that’s all you say. You couldn’t be more obviously trying to sell, sell, sell.</li>
</ul>Remember these 5 marketing strategies and you will be well on your way to a successful career. Now, get out there and get marketing!!!MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-3343120335315952142010-12-09T09:02:00.000-08:002010-12-09T09:02:00.838-08:00Jackpot!!!I have found a way to get kids to WANT to put away laundry! This will revolutionize the way kids put away laundry! The secret is simple: early to bed. This method is easiest with kids that can't tell time or haven't thought to ask what time it is when they are told it's time for bed.<br />
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How does bed time relate to laundry? All kids do anything to delay going to sleep. I'm using that to my advantage. One day at bedtime I said innocently "let's put some laundry away quick" and they were excited to do so because it delayed sleep. On night number 2 my 6 1/2 year old daughter asked if there was laundry to be put away. "Why yes there is" I said as the excited mother in disbelief that her daughter is ASKING to put laundry away. On night number 3 my daughter was disappointed there was no laundry to be put away. Fast forward 3 months and I haven't had to put any of her laundry away. Her and I help my son (age 5) occasionally but he is also putting away the majority of his own clothes.<br />
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The added bonus to my new found dutiful children... I can use NOT doing laundry as leverage when they don't want to cooperate at bedtime. I just can't use it too often or they'll forget what it's like to put away laundry and how much they enjoy it. It's a very fine line I need to walk to keep this up. Now I just need to try to get this to work with cleaning up their toys.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-71623609957307233612010-12-08T20:49:00.000-08:002010-12-10T16:01:48.751-08:00Start A Home Business Online WHY?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TQBgTpRmfyI/AAAAAAAABEg/jwLiBbFqAT8/s1600/family_avatar.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TQBgTpRmfyI/AAAAAAAABEg/jwLiBbFqAT8/s320/family_avatar.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div>With any big decision in your life, it is important to know WHY you are doing it. What is going to keep you motivated when you want to give up? What is going to keep you motivated to exceed expectations when you meet expectations? Your "WHY!"<br />
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What is my "why?" I wanted to start a home <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">business online</a> for <u>my family</u>. They are my "why." From the time my daughter was born almost 7 years ago I have been passionate about wanting to become a stay-at-home mom. I have been blessed to be able to do that as of late. Why bother staying at home for my kids when they're entered in school? They can reap the benefits of having a stay-at-home mom even in high school.<br />
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When you start a <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">home business online</a> you don't have to worry about taking off for illnesses, you can freely volunteer in your child's classroom, your child can feel comfortable asking you to come get him if he or she is injured or falls ill at school. This last one especially hits home for me. When I was growing up my mom worked. In high school I dislocated my knee so badly in gym class that I had to beg a fellow student to pull my leg to get it back into place. The staff asked if I wanted them to call my mom. I said "no." I didn't want to inconvenience her or irritate her that she had to leave work early. Instead I went to my last class for the day and sat through it with my leg propped up on a nearby chair. Then I road the bus home and waited for my mom to finally arrive home at about 20 after 5:00. If I had a stay-at-home mom maybe I would have been comfortable having the staff call my parents. In addition to the reasons above, you are there for your child right after school and you'll be with your kids in the summer when they are out of school.<br />
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In addition to the benefits my kids experience from me being at home, my husband also benefits. He has a wife that is less stressed. I'm no longer working 40 hours, coming home and caring for the kids and picking up after everyone. That 40 hours has gone down to about 25 so I have more time to take care of the house and spend more distraction-free time with my family. I wanted this so badly that I have noticed my mood has also changed to a more happy one since I became a stay-at-home mom.<br />
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Having a <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">home business online</a> benefits everyone! Find your "why" and give it everything you've got!MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-46707772162712376712010-12-06T07:55:00.000-08:002010-12-06T07:55:00.464-08:00First Snow in Fall 2010<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPxfoJtqYGI/AAAAAAAABEc/WM2b5mF79HA/s1600/DSC00432.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPxfoJtqYGI/AAAAAAAABEc/WM2b5mF79HA/s200/DSC00432.JPG" width="200" /></a></div>The first snow fall of Fall 2010 hit us Friday evening and into Saturday. 5+ inches were predicted but I think it was only 3 or so. Note to Southerners and others that don’t get snow: That’s nothing. Well, nothing to panic about. Roads were a bit slippery I hear but by the time we got onto the roads in the afternoon Saturday it was fine. <br />
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What do I like about snow? Not a whole lot. One great thing that came from this snow was that it came down wet enough to create snowballs and snowmen. I took the kids outside around 11am Saturday morning to give me a chance to shovel and them a chance to play. <br />
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Once the shoveling was done the kids asked if the snow was good enough to make a snowman. I reluctantly said “yes.” I say “reluctantly” because my initial thought was it required too much energy. That same person knows how important it is to create memories with and for her kids. So I helped them make a snowman. I think the last time I did that was when my daughter was 2 or 3 (so I did ALL of the work then) and my son was so little he stayed in the house with Daddy. Well now they are 5 and 6 ½ so they were both able to help me a bit. We made a medium size snowman. Not nearly the caliber I would have made as a teen, but large enough for my young ones. Once the snowman was made we had to figure out how to adorn her… oh yes, my daughter decided it was a girl. We found a scarf and baseball cap in the house along with some twigs for arms outside and leaves for facial features. Obviously we are not ones to stock our home with Buttons, Coal, a Carrot or top hat. We improvised and the kids loved every minute. Less the minute they argued over who would put the arms into the sockets. <br />
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When limbs were attached the kids decided it was time for a snowball fight. They both teamed up against me to make it more of a fair fight. It was so fun to laugh with them and run around like a kid. After about 15 minutes of snow flying back and forth we decided to make our way inside for some hot cocoa. <br />
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What a wonderful time that will live on in their memories as well as mine! Today it was quite frigid outside making the snow impossible to form into a ball. So the kids sled on the small hill that makes our backyard. That only lasted about 10 minutes as the cold creates stiff limits on time spent outside. Time for more hot cocoa. Yummmmmm!<br />
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OK The snow can melt now!!!MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-54636110383742287702010-12-05T19:30:00.000-08:002010-12-05T19:30:20.436-08:00Santa Makes His Way to Milwaukee for Breakfast<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPxYmH2Q1vI/AAAAAAAABEY/PZ9u5H29tXc/s1600/santa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="183" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPxYmH2Q1vI/AAAAAAAABEY/PZ9u5H29tXc/s200/santa.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Today was the annual, early morning breakfast with Santa Claus. An “early weekend morning” is being dressed and to mother’s-in-law by 9am. It was a couple of car loads that we came with: Hubby, our 2 kids, sister-in-law, cousin, mother-in-law, father-in-law. In this Santa Claus appearance we were even graced with the presence of Mrs. Claus. These were the real looking Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Not the kind with the fake beard attached to the fake hair. Nice to be able to tell the kids that’s not Santa’s helper that it’s really Santa. In the great scheme of things my 5 and 6 ½ year old don’t care either way because they will have nothing to do with Santa in person whether he’s real or fake. They won’t sit on his lap or stand next to him or even wave from afar. When he was making him and his wife were making rounds to say hello to all the kids having breakfast, my daughter slouched down in her seat in fear that he would approach our table. Lucky for my kids, Santa and Mrs. Claus would have had quite the challenge weaving through the tables and chairs in the cramped room to get to our table. Before he visited with all of the tables he went to prepare for all of the little girls and boys that were going to sit on his and Mrs. Claus’ laps this morning. My daughter could relax again. <br />
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As delicious and variety-filled as breakfast was, it wasn’t the only highlight of the visit with Santa. After breakfast we were guided to the Children’s area of the large library where outside the door they allowed the children to decorate a Christmas cookie. Luckily they provided bags as well so we didn’t have to wait for the kids to inhale their cookies before we could move onto the next attraction. We stopped for a tattoo that’s already begun to wear off, but that’s ok. It was fun in the moment.<br />
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Then we entered the Children’s area where we were given the privilege of picking out a book for the appropriate age group of our two children. The added perk to this is that it was brand new books we were able to pick from. There was a craft table where the kids were able to color a paper gingerbread man that we have hung on the tree. They were also able to get a coloring sheet in this area which we decided to take home to complete. <br />
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We sat back and watched as families went up to sit with Santa and Mrs. Claus knowing full well that our two little ones had no interest in going to sit beside them. Instead we opted for a family photo in front of the Christmas tree. My husband has brought up an excellent point about the fear many children have of Santa. His philosophy is “wouldn’t you be afraid of a man that can see when you’re good or bad and comes into your house in the middle of the night?”<br />
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After our memories were captured on film in front of the tree we left the <a href="http://www.mpl.org/">Milwaukee Public Library</a> with smiles on our faces and full bellies. It’s a wonderful even the local library puts together and I haven’t had any complaints in the last few years we’ve been going. I think I look forward to it just as much as the kids.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-49700781219479735042010-12-02T21:34:00.000-08:002010-12-03T11:37:55.047-08:00Creating a Working Atmosphere<div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: blue; text-align: left;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPiAiTZfPaI/AAAAAAAABEU/B-XdCJ9-5MY/s1600/messydesk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPiAiTZfPaI/AAAAAAAABEU/B-XdCJ9-5MY/s320/messydesk.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>When we start to work from home, work at home moms often begin with a space that may include a couch, or dirty dishes, toys scattered, paperwork from the kids and yourself and who knows what else. All of these things are taking up space that should be reserved for work. I know I want to <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">work my business</a> in a stress-free environment; that starts with a clean and well equipped work area. How is this accomplished?<br />
<ul><li>It is optimal that you have a desk set aside from the everyday chaos of your life. No need for added distractions as you're trying to juggle your kids and a lucrative business. The kitchen table worked for a while, but the ideal would be to have an area to call your own for your business. Less risk for sticky papers and other things that collect on a kitchen table.</li>
<li>If your desk is full of clutter, clear it off and only add back what you need. Remember to make it known throughout the house that your desk is off limits to any unauthorized personnel. </li>
</ul>What other organizational products might you need for your at home desk? This may include things you'll need or someone else may need for their business. You'll get a good feel for it.<br />
<ul><li>Computer</li>
<li> Pens</li>
<li>Pencils</li>
<li>Notebook</li>
<li>A few catalogs if you distribute catalogs in your business.</li>
<li>Files to hold company news, information, history</li>
<li>Phone (with mute, 3 way calling, and unlimited long distance)</li>
<li>headset for phone</li>
<li>Calendar</li>
<li>Calculator* </li>
<li> Shelving for file cabinet for paperwork, bills and other important papers.**</li>
<li>Files</li>
<li>Stapler</li>
<li>Paperclips</li>
<li>Tape</li>
<li>hole punch</li>
<li>scissors</li>
<li>staple remover</li>
<li>mail supplies (stamps, envelopes, labels,shipping labels,boxes,packing tape, bubble wrap)</li>
<li>printer ink</li>
<li>business cards</li>
<li>flyers</li>
<li>sticky notes</li>
<li>Bulletin board - Nice for reminders, appointments, inspirational quotes, family photos, or something from training you don't want to forget. </li>
<li>stick pins for the bulletin board</li>
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*Your computer can help you reduce clutter even more:<br />
<ul><li>Use Excel as your calculator. </li>
<li>Use Notepad or Word to write notes. This will allow for a smaller notepad and less space taken up by the pad. Use the notebook as a temporary holder for your notes when the computer isn't on or near by. Then transfer the notes to Word or Notebook if you'd still like to keep the notes. This also gives you the chance to organize your notes. Organize by date, topic, or whatever is most convenient for you. What a relief that would be to be able to rely on your notes being in all one place</li>
<li>Use the calendar on your computer rather than a hard copy. Google has a calendar system where you can share your calendar with business associates so they can check to see if you're busy before they try to schedule a meeting with that person.</li>
</ul>**In regards to the shelving, I would get only a couple of trays at a time. You'll have a better perception of how many trays you need once you learn the business you're in. If you end up needing quite a few you might want to upgrade to a filing cabinet.<br />
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Did I miss anything? What ideas do you to organize my space to <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">work my business</a>?MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-61031156462399395642010-12-01T11:21:00.001-08:002010-12-02T20:51:52.869-08:00Work at Home Mom Jobs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPh3NCrBT7I/AAAAAAAABEQ/SInu6WWVccQ/s1600/workathome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPh3NCrBT7I/AAAAAAAABEQ/SInu6WWVccQ/s320/workathome.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>What do you do to bring in income for your family? There are so many possibilities with technology facilitating the success of so many work at home mom jobs. Computers, the internet, and technology are fundamental in home based businesses these days.<br />
• Bring crafts to the market place that in the past would only have the opportunity to be seen in local craft shows. Now there are countless websites where people can display and sell their wares Nationally or Internationally.<br />
• There are keyword tools, social networking sites, online classifieds, and so many other resources technology brings to the modern entrepreneur. When I was looking at <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">work at home mom jobs</a> I found one that allows me to bring the same opportunity to thousands of mothers that would otherwise not be introduced to my company as an option to facilitate working at home.<br />
• Technology allows people to submit and find work that companies need. In the past, it was the local newspaper and the work was on paper so there was little opportunity for working at home. You are no longer limited to your immediate geographic location.<br />
• Technology allows you to manage <a href="http://www.momof2athome.com/">work at home mom jobs</a> in a way like never before. My team of moms uses business management programs to help keep track of business contacts, give tutorials, provide marketing tools, assist with team connections, and so much more. You aren’t working alone anymore.<br />
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More and more women (and men) are moving their offices into their homes. Have you?MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-77682988521128218952010-11-29T09:01:00.000-08:002010-11-29T11:19:42.220-08:00What to do....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPP8hQv4glI/AAAAAAAABEM/df6AhbRqXiE/s1600/boredboy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_AK_VbPps-dc/TPP8hQv4glI/AAAAAAAABEM/df6AhbRqXiE/s320/boredboy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Am I the only one that can never think of anything to do with my kids? I feel so unimaginative! I want to take them out of the house and do something for free or extremely reasonably priced but there just isn’t enough variety in my head. I say “in my head” because I know there are a wide range of things to do out there… I just can’t think of them. There is the library, 2 childrens’ museums, the zoo, bowling, swimming, the park... then my mind goes blank. Oh! Another unhealthy option is to go shopping to get out of the house. It’s most difficult in the winter. It’s getting to be<a href="http://www.milwaukee.world-guides.com/milwaukee_weather.html"> 30 degrees</a> and below around here lately. Although many people are willing to bare that temperature for extended periods of time, my limit is about 15 minutes. <br />
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So if “out of the house” isn’t an option what do we do? What is wrong with me that I can’t think of something fun to d? Sometimes I’d like to throw the tv out the window. I feel like I use it as a crutch. I mean my kids aren’t glued to the tv but it’s always on at least in the background. I find myself Googling “<a href="http://www.google.com/search?hl=&q=kids+activities&sourceid=navclient-ff&rlz=1B3GGLL_enUS359US359&ie=UTF-8">kids activities</a>” or some related keywords in order to find something fun to do. I suppose it’s better than not putting forth any effort in the search of activities that will entertain my kids without allowing them to veg out in front of the tv. <br />
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Is it just me? What do you do when you can’t think of anything to do with the kids?MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-44764433279080183242010-11-28T14:26:00.001-08:002010-11-28T14:26:38.050-08:00Bedtime for little onesDo you co-sleep?<br />
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I never thought of it as co-sleeping, but I suppose I did a bit of it. I think people that smoother their kids while co-sleeping have drugs or alcohol in their system. I rocked my first one until she would fall alseep so she wasn’t used to me not being there when she went to sleep. So when she moved to her toddler bed I would rock her and if she wasn’t sleeping yet I would lay down with her until she would fall asleep. Inevitably I would fall asleep with her and wake up two hours later to go to my own bed. Also while I was nursing much of the night was spent with my babies on the couch. I slept while they ate.<br />
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It could be just my kids' personalities but I wonder if sleep patterns early on help with the closeness you have with your child. My kids are very attached to me. In a healthy way I feel, but I appreciate that they wonder where I went two minutes after I left the room. Or that they want me to come with them when other kids would do things independently. I don't have to worry about them wandering too far off because they want to be close to me. I suppose there could be various reasons for this, but the early sleep patterns could play a role I believe.MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2519078144812593432.post-75846740821211838432010-11-27T19:58:00.000-08:002010-11-27T19:58:56.635-08:00New Beginning!I am so excited! My job was eliminated on November 17th! To some this may come as devastating news. For me, it was music to my ears. Besides giving me the opportunity to leave a job I didn't like and was miserable in for the last 4 years, now my dream of becoming a work-at-home mom is a reality. I simply love my new schedule. I get to take the kids to school. Then I come home and start working at about 9:00... feet up, tv on, jammies on, laptop on lap. I take breaks periodically but not often since I'm doing something I love. I work until 2 pm or so then I shower for the day, do some light cleaning and start dinner all the while my husband is picking up the kids from school. A couple times a week I'll join him. Granted that's only week 1 so we'll see how the schedule changes. But the wonderful thing is that I have the flexibility to change it. MomOf2AtHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10609146194707640734noreply@blogger.com2