April 2009 Blog Posts (735)

Spoil Yourself

How I would love to get away and get pampered again in the spa - with the right ambiance, treatments, and the much-needed time alone for myself to unwind. But this "free time" can be so elusive. But I can spoil yourself every day or once a week at least in this private oasis in my house... while the kids and hubby are distracted at the basement - and that's the bathroom. Here are some stuff that I found which can turn this tiny spot into a enjoyable sanctuary.

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Added by Nina on April 30, 2009 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Guilt-Free Indulgences for Mother's Day

Being a mom is a special vocation. From running after toddlers to biting your nails as your children

venture off to college, it's a challenge. This is one day to celebrate yourself — or your mom, who did it all for you.

You work hard. You deserve a break sometimes. Treating yourself doesn't have to be rough on your wallet or your waistline.

"Self-care is love in action," says Karly Randolph Pitman, forthcoming author of "The Soul of Motherhood," a self-care guide… Continue

Added by Nina on April 30, 2009 at 9:06pm — No Comments

Little Readers Love to Be Grossed Out? Our Guinness World Records "The Best Gross Out Records" Is For You

Gooey, yucky, gross, ewwww. If your little readers loves to gross you out, they'll definitely love our collection of books from Guinness World Records Infobot. The Best Gross Out Records is filled with gross and disgusting facts - longest ear hair, oldest vomit, loudest burp - is wonderfully gross!

Created by parents, kidthing provides a safe haven for kids to play and learn away from web browsers and ads. kidthing’s… Continue

Added by Kidthing.com on April 30, 2009 at 9:00pm — No Comments

Info About Associated Content

Hi all,

My latest blog post on my site Write Moms gives information about writing for the site Associated Content. I hope you stop by and visit.

Happy writing,
DeAnna

Added by Deanna S. on April 30, 2009 at 8:53pm — No Comments

HOW THIEVES GET YOUR IDENTITY

HOW THIEVES GET YOUR IDENTITY:

• Dumpster Diving—Going through your trash.

• Skimming—Storing your credit card number in a special storage device when processing your card.

• Phishing—Pretending to be a financial institution and sending scam alerts to get your personal information.

• Changing Your Address—Completing a change of address form to get your mail and personal statements.

• Stealing—Taking your purse, wallet, mail, pre-approved credit cards, new checks,… Continue

Added by Dinah Beverly on April 30, 2009 at 8:16pm — No Comments

13 Days!

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Added by Alexis Faulkner Ceule on April 30, 2009 at 6:40pm — No Comments

You're Suppose to Eat Iodine?

Have you jumped on to the band wagon of reduced salt intake, no processed foods, more organics, less dairy? Where have you been getting iodine? Have your children been getting enough for proper development? The best source of iodine is sea vegetables like seaweed or kelp. But really very few parents I know have had luck getting their children to eat these two vegetables on a regular basis. The second best place to get iodine is yogurt, milk, eggs and cheese. I know I was shocked too. Iodine is… Continue

Added by Beth Ann Bentley on April 30, 2009 at 6:20pm — 4 Comments

So Cal Moms

Just added a new forum to my website for So Cal Moms. We are the luckiest moms in the US. Go to postpartumillness.com to check it out.

Added by Lucy on April 30, 2009 at 6:01pm — No Comments

Weekend Giveaway- 6mth Platinum Membership

Over at Dominique's Desk this weekend we are having a great giveaway. One lucky reader will be offered a 6 month Platinum Membership to WAHM-Articles.com/fourm.

What is this site about?

Many of the members at the WAHM-Articles Forum are experienced article marketers and publishers, so it’s a great… Continue

Added by Dominique Goh on April 30, 2009 at 4:34pm — No Comments

Postpartumillness.com

My name is Lucy and I am a 30 year old mom of two beautiful boys. My boys are 4 years and 10 months so our house is out of control right now. I am married to my high school sweet heart and the best husband in the world. We reside in beautiful San Diego.

We were your normal couple with easy lives until 4 years ago. After a text book pregnancy and birth my body just went out of control. It still is to this day. I’m frustrated with American medicine and am at the end of my rope. I have… Continue

Added by Lucy on April 30, 2009 at 4:32pm — No Comments

Be specific, baby!

Despite the challenges of entrepreneurship, many people dream daily about owning their own businesses. They have interesting ideas, exciting dreams and great energy. Nevertheless, they find it difficult to take the first steps and get started. For some, it’s downright daunting.

Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Indianapolis business coach Dawn Shea. I asked her how budding entrepreneurs with big dreams can start turning their business visions and inspiration into… Continue

Added by Dheepa Maturi on April 30, 2009 at 3:32pm — No Comments

"Mother s Day Bouquet" Contest

"Mother s Day Bouquet" Contest

May 7th, 8th and 9th

Challenge:

Gather ALL 15 Flowers to create your "Mother s Day Bouquet"…

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Added by Nancy Radlinger on April 30, 2009 at 3:29pm — No Comments

School Vocabulary IEP

School Vocabulary – IEP

This is the time of year that school districts are testing kids and preparing for the next school year. Their budgets start over July 1st and they will know how much money they have and what services are needed to start the new year in August. I’m not saying they have enough money but they at least have a budget on paper.

Your child will spend just as much, if not more, time in a school setting each day than you do at work. For this reason, you need… Continue

Added by Heather Binning on April 30, 2009 at 12:39pm — No Comments

PEAS PLEASE!

This post was originally aired on http://www.intent.com/ in March 2009!

The most convenient vegetable in my humble opinion is the PEA! Packed with nutrition, whether fresh or frozen, this little vegetable can be stored for months and cooked in minutes. Sweet in taste, quick in prep time, hard to beat. Garden peas are generally available from spring through the beginning of winter. Legumes are plants that bear fruit in the form of pods enclosing the fleshy seeds we know as beans. High in… Continue

Added by Renay Matthews on April 30, 2009 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Yellow Cute-ness

Today's fashion/makeup combo... if I had this outfit, I would definitely wear it with yellow or gold eyeshadow!

Contrast and Color by aromaleigh featuring…

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Added by Aromaleigh on April 30, 2009 at 10:54am — No Comments

Nu Face: The beauty gadget that I didn't think delivered...

... until I didn't use it for a week!

What's "Nu Face", you wonder?

It's my yearly beauty gadget. Last year was my Marvel Mini red, this year I bought Nu Face after reading lots of reviews. Would it work? Hmm. It's easy enough to do, only 5 minutes a day, and does zap if you don't have enough conductive gel on your… Continue

Added by Aromaleigh on April 30, 2009 at 10:51am — No Comments

Buy this Look: Divine Agate

A new feature we'll be rolling out in the coming days, weeks and months... adding a "Buy this Look" feature to gallery photos. Adding the swatches has been a fantastic improvement, but making it as easy as a single click to purchase a look? As easy as 1-2-3!

Our first look is Melissa's "Divine Agate" look.

Scroll down below photo for details!…

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Added by Aromaleigh on April 30, 2009 at 10:46am — No Comments

What Does Death Teach Our Children?

Death is one of those lessons we hope our children will not have to experience early in life. However, given death is an inescapable fact of life, we know our children will eventually need to deal with it. When and how we discuss death with our children will depend on their ages and the circumstances.

We may be tempted to avoid talking to our children about things that upset us like death. Avoiding discussing death doesn't make it go away but it does make it much more difficult for… Continue

Added by Kathy Slattengren on April 30, 2009 at 10:01am — No Comments

Sensory Kids and Sensory Magic

Enhance the sensory world of your child through art, cooking, water play, pottery and hands-on exploration for brain development, academic achievement and confidence.

The sensory world of the child is magical. Children learn through sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, movement and exploration.

Most of our children are inundated with television, movies and video games. But, your children need activities that appeal to all their senses. Enjoy the experience of creating… Continue

Added by Lynne Kenney on April 30, 2009 at 9:00am — 1 Comment

Writing Blogs for other sites for money

My latest blog on Write Moms is about writing blogs for other sites for money. Many people or companies start up blogs but do not have the time to write in them everyday and need writers willing to blog daily for them. The articles gives ideas on where to find customers who are looking for blog writers.

Happy writing,
DeAnna

Added by Deanna S. on April 30, 2009 at 8:40am — No Comments