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Upcoming Talks
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May
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View ThisThe Naptime Chef: Fitting Great Food into Family Life
We're celebrating the launch of Kelsey's new cookbook! For all busy parents, Kelsey will share some of her great recipes and tips on preparing meals during those odd free minutes to keep you and your family eating well. Great food should never be sacrificed, and we'll find out how to keep it on the table.
Past Talks
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May.15.2012 1:00pm ESTWriting Your Way through Motherhood
Join Kate Hopper, author of Use Your Words: A Writing Guide for Mothers, and several other writing mamas, as they discuss writing and motherhood and how to dig deep into the stories of your life. Discover how to jump-start your writing and carve out writing time in your daily life.
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Apr.19.2012 1:00pm ESTWinning the Chore War: How to Get Kids to Help Around the House
Springtime means spring cleaning, and you can't do it all alone! Join us for a chat with Dr. Deborah Gilboa, who will instruct us in her tried-and-true methods for HOW to get kids to help out with household chores - and why it's important.
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Apr.17.2012 1:00pm ESTKeeping Our Kids Safe
Kidpower safety experts Irene van der Zande and Dr. Amy Tiemann will walk us through the best ways to talk with our kids about setting boundaries, the rules for safety with touch, and telling in order to get help - all in a way that is effective but won't scare them.
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Apr.11.2012 1:00pm ESTThe Motherhood Happy Hour: Let's Talk Cocktail Creations & Entertaining
Join us for a quick cocktail over lunch to chat about ideas for entertaining guests and prepare for a fun weekend! Ilina Ewen, creator of 5:00 Fridays (and dozens of unique, delicious adult beverages) will share some of her best drink recipes, party ideas and more.
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Apr.10.2012 1:00pm ESTShine a Spotlight on YOU: Develop a Personal Brand and Market Yourself
In blogging and any business, making yourself known and promoting your work is a key to success. Join marketing pro Erin Lane as she leads us through the first steps toward developing your own unique voice and being recognized and rewarded for what you do.
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Apr.05.2012 1:00pm ESTFiring Up the Grill: New Recipes, Flavors and Ingredients to Kick-Start Barbeque Season
It's been a warm spring, giving us a head start on grilling season! Join celebrity chef George Duran, coming to us via live video feed from his own backyard, as he shares his top grilling techniques and new flavor twists on old favorites. We are also giving away two summer grilling gift baskets from sponsors ConAgra Foods and ReadySetEat.com!
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Apr.05.2012 12:00pm ESTIs All That Lies Between Me & Happiness a Clean Kitchen?
As recent news reports have said, "We have met the enemies of our free time, and they are us." Join Kristin van Ogtrop, managing editor of Real Simple; Ellen Galinsky, president of the Families & Work Institute; and Christine Koh of Boston Mamas to talk about how we can let go of perfection and allow ourselves to relax and enjoy more free time at home.
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Apr.04.2012 1:00pm ESTGardening: Adding Edibles To The Landscape And Making It Fun For Your Kids
Springtime is almost here and we're ready to garden!! Join Angela Sydnes and a fantastic group of green thumbs to get your questions answered, new ideas for your garden and, most important, excited for the new season!
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Mar.15.2012 1:00pm ESTParenting Without Power Struggles
Susan Stiffelman, family therapist and Huffington Post Parent's resident Parent Coach, will share easy and effective strategies for managing the battles, negotiations and power struggles that drive parents crazy. Come share your stories and learn ways to make life with your kids easier and a lot more fun.
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Feb.27.2012 1:00pm ESTBuilding Your Blog Community
Join a fantastic group of mom blogger experts to learn about SEO (search engine optimization), building relationships, getting paid as a blogger and more. Bring your questions and find out their best tips and tricks!!
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Feb.23.2012 1:00pm ESTMeal Planning 101 with Betsy Moore
Tired of not knowing what to make for dinner? Betsy Moore of BMooreHealthy will lead a class on weekly meal planning: how to put a meal plan together, create shopping lists that save money, grocery shop efficiently and cook for the week. Come learn Betsy's best tips, trick and go-to recipes.
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Feb.13.2012 1:00pm ESTA Mominatrix Valentine's Day
Join author, sex columnist, and mom of four Kristen Chase, aka "The Mominatrix" as she dishes out tips, tricks, and advice for making your Valentine's Day (or every day) an extra special one.
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Feb.09.2012 1:00pm ESTYour Mother-In-Law: Turning Over a New Leaf
Join Judy Goldberg, senior editor of Parents magazine, to talk about the #1 issue she hears about as Parents' advice columnist: mother-in-law issues. Share your story, get advice and trade suggestions on how to create a more healthy and productive relationship with your MIL. (photo by Sadie Thomas)
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Feb.08.2012 1:00pm ESTThe Coupon Goddess Cooks
We're cooking gourmet meals on a budget with The Coupon Goddess Melanie Feehan. Melanie will do a live video demo of her favorite gourmet family meal, and will answer our questions! Join us for a fun, informative class!
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Feb.07.2012 1:00pm ESTGet Crafty with Kids of All Ages on Valentine’s Day
Want new ideas for making Valentine’s Day cards and decorations with your kids? We're thinking outside the paper heart this year with a live video craft tutorial from Amanda, Crafts by Amanda. She'll demonstrate fun, simple projects and help us customize them for kids of all ages, from toddlers to teens!
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Feb.02.2012 1:00pm ESTGame Day and Slow Cooker Recipes
Get ready - and hungry - for Game Day! Cold weather and football puts us in the mood for some tasty slow cooker recipes. Join us to share your favorites and be inspired by suggestions from others!
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Feb.01.2012 1:00pm ESTTalking With Your Kids About Sex, Drugs, Alcohol Or Grief
Sex, drugs, alcohol or grief: few topics are as stressful for parents – or as important for your kids. Dr. G will give you the words and tools to pass on your own values on these subjects to your children. We'll address the issues that make you feel most anxious at home, and find new ways and ease to talk about them with your kids.
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Jan.31.2012 12:00pm ESTEmpowering Girls With Rachel Simmons
Bestselling author and founder of the Girls Leadership Institute, Rachel Simmons, will lead a Talk on helping our daughters to discover and embrace the best parts of their authentic selves. Bring your questions, your stories of raising your daughters and we'll all learn skills for our girls (and us!) to live with integrity, personal authority and self-awareness.
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Jan.30.2012 1:00pm ESTMaking Tech Work For You with Carley from Digitwirl
Carley Knobloch, host and Chief Twirler at Digitwirl.com will share her all-time favorite technology products and innovations to help you organize your life. If you've ever smacked your head and wondered, "Is there an app for that?!" join us for a talk about tech tools that help you save time, money and a little sanity. From managing the schedule to figuring out what's for dinner— we're covering it all!
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Jan.26.2012 1:00pm EST"If I Have to Tell You One More Time"
What do you do when your kids won't do what you say - and your preference is not to yell, nag or spank? If you have kids between the ages of 2-13 and they're not listening to you, join parenting expert and author Amy McCready to share what's going on and learn new approaches.
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The Forum
How Pinteresting!
Pinterest is so easy to get sucked into! But take a break and share with us your pin of the day (or week or month!). And link back to your boards so we can all follow! =)
LATEST POSTED BY: KasandriaFollowing everyone back! I LOVE me some Pinterest and participate it Pin It Fridays with 5 Minutes for Mom. Here's my boards: http://pinterest.com/waystosave/ViewFebruary.27th.2012
When have you failed as a parent?
While I edit my latest documentary film, "Lost In Living," I occasionally post very short clips from the film and ask a question. (See video attached.) The film follows four mothers who are also artists over a seven year period. Two women were pregnant when I began and two others already had adult children. So many topics and themes have been touched on and I thought I'd share some here and on my blog. (http://maandpafilms.blogspot.com/) Film website: www.maandpafilms.com/lostinliving/ I feel like I fail most as a parent when I expect to get it right with my daughter every time. When I think I have all the answers and don't understand that sometimes she has to find her own solutions. What about you? Check out the video attached and thanks!
LATEST POSTED BY: ma and pa filmsWhile I edit my latest documentary film, "Lost In Living," I occasionally post very short clips from the film and ask a question. (See video attached.) The film follows four mothers who are also artists over a seven year period. Two women were pregnant when I began and two others already had adult children. So many topics and themes have been touched on and I thought I'd share some here and on my blog. (http://maandpafilms.blogspot.com/) Film website: www.maandpafilms.com/lostinliving/ I feel like I fail most as a parent when I expect to get it right with my daughter every time. When I think I have all the answers and don't understand that sometimes she has to find her own solutions. What about you? Check out the video attached and thanks!ViewFebruary.1st.2012
Creative Parenting
Hi, I'm a bit new to this, but I published an essay in this month's Elle magazine about my bipolar father's parenting--and how wildly creative his disease made him as as parent. And: how that boxed my mother into the role of saying no, no, no. His extremes pushed her to a parenting role that she might not have gone to on her own. They're both gone now, he 27 years ago, she last year, and as I've been thinking about them, I thought about how my own young son will remember me as a parent. So I wrote about it and I'd be curious to know how other mothers feel about this. Thanks! http://www.elle.com/Life-Love/Society-Career-Power/My-Father-s-Magical-Parenting
LATEST POSTED BY: CooperBeautiful. WOW. Thank you for sharing this thought-provoking piece, Lisa.ViewFebruary.1st.2012
Pushing the Envelope
Pushing the envelope, your bucket list -- or anything you thought was not possible -- but you did it!
LATEST POSTED BY: gottalovemomGoal for next year - run the NYC marathon. Has anyone completed a marathon?
Here's the link to Pre-Open Registration sign-up:
http://www.npco.org/marathon_newyork_marathon_2012.htmViewNovember.17th.2011
Blunder Buys
Have you ever bought a product you thought you would love only to get it home and be sorely disappointed? Whether it's Christmas, birthdays or any other gift giving occasion some advance warning of not so great products is appreciated by everyone. Use this circle to inform others about products you have been disatisfied with.
LATEST POSTED BY: indianaI was sitting here beginning to think about Christmas. Even feeling a little proud because I've already picked up a few things when I remembered a big disappointment of mine from last year. Each year I get at least one ornament for each of my children. Many times I'll pick them up for neices and nephews. My mother did this for my sisters and I and we began our own tree decorating with a full tree. I decided to take the plunge and buy HallMark ornaments for my children last year. I got a Jessie (from Toy Story) ornament for my youngest and a Barbie ornament for my older daughter. I put the ornaments in their stockings (which is what I usually do) and was sorely disappointed to find them broken the next morning. They were made of very thin plastic, but I hadn't taken them out of the box at the store to see them-my bad. I had thought though that for $12+ I would be getting a quality product. I think these ornaments are mass produced expensive brittle plastic. I'll stick with the unique ornaments I can pick up at craft shows and out of the way stores.ViewOctober.18th.2011
Women and Hormones
Women and Hormones!
LATEST POSTED BY: gottalovemomPregnant at 47 – or is it something else? I exercise. I diet. I meditate. And yet – the past few weeks, I was baffled. Who would have thought that in less than a year I would gain 15 pounds? Who would have thought that my mood would erratically change from “ready to conquer the world” to “I just want to lay down and sleep?” Who would have thought that I can be bloated in 1 day and then feeling slimmer again the next day? I thought I was pregnant at 47! I blurted out to my husband, “What kind of joke is this?” To read more: http://gottalovemom.blogspot.com/2011/10/pregnant-at-47.htmlViewOctober.12th.2011Breast Cancer Warriors
Almost all of us know someone who's battled breast cancer. Some of us know many. In this circle, we honor those who are fighting, remember those who have lost their battles, educate ourselves, and support each other and those working to defeat this disease.
LATEST POSTED BY: BrandiePlease read. We need to start being honest in our portrayal of breast cancer. It's so important. Also? Stop the victim blaming. It's not helping a single person. http://www.lastwordonnothing.com/2012/02/08/komen/ The real scandal: science denialism at Susan G. Komen for the Cure® By Christie AschwandenViewFebruary.9th.2012Join Kleenex in Supporting Field Trips
Just in time for the 2011 – 2012 school year, Kleenex brand facial tissues is committing $500,000 to help schools across America keep field trips as a part of the educational curriculum. You can enter the Kleenex brand Back to School sweepstakes at http://www.Facebook.com/Kleenex to help your child's school win a share of the cash to help fund school field trips. The Motherhood and bloggers in Washington D.C. and New York City are taking field trips to the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and the American Museum of Natural History in honor of the Field Trip initiative. You can show your support on this Circle and the Kleenex Brand Facebook page! The 100 schools with the largest number of registered supporters will be awarded $5,000 each to be used for educational field trips. Spread the word. Rally your friends, family and school community on Facebook and in real life. The more registered supporters your school has, the better chance your school has of being a Top 100 school.
LATEST POSTED BY: SerenaWe had a great time at the museum! http://www.momtrends.com/2011/08/field-trip-to-the-american-museum-of-natural-history/ViewAugust.18th.2011
I Don't Know How to do that... HELP?!?!
Here you'll find ways for doing the things that you THOUGHT you couldn't do!!! And if you have a question on how to do something I'll HELP you find a WAY!! You can do anything you put your mind to!!!
LATEST POSTED BY: MoMmAOk... This morning I saw the most interesting thing on T.V!
"How to fold a fitted sheet"
You know how we.. (well at least me) have trouble folding a fitted sheet!!??
I always just roll it up in a ball and put it inside the closet and when I need to use it, it's all wrinkled...
Well, I have the "help"!!
First you have to find all four corners. After you found all four corners, you need to fold it in half. Next turn the corners inside out, and then fold it in half again, and then again!! And YOu're DONE!!!
I thought that might help some people just like it helped me!!!! :)
Let me know what you guys think!!!! :DViewMay.23rd.2011
body consciousness
Where our minds, hearts and bodies can come together to honor ourselves--our wholeness, especially when we feel the most broken. We are enough.
LATEST POSTED BY: Erin OThe bully inside: Women who can't take a compliment Why so many have a tough time graciously accepting praise I recently approached a woman in my local gym, admiring her turn at the weight machines. "Wow, you are really strong," I said. "That's an awesome amount of weight." She looked at me blankly. "What's wrong with it?" "Nothing," I responded. "It's just impressive." “What do you mean by that?," she asked, eyeing me. "Uh, I don't know," I stammered, flummoxed. "I mean…It’s great. I just…anyway…O.K. then.” And I backed away slowly. This sort of thing happens all the time. I once complimented a retail clerk’s hands -- no kidding, she had gorgeous hands -- and you would’ve thought I had just handed her a mash note. Recently health writer Leslie Goldman addressed the issue of female discomfort upon receiving a compliment in her Healthbreaksloose blog. When another woman complimented Goldman’s legs Goldman said “‘Oh my God, are you kidding me?! My legs are covered with spider veins!’” Why, Goldman wrote, do women have such a tough time graciously accepting praise and simply saying thanks? In Goldman's view, the pressure to reject a compliment is ingrained in women from an early age. "I think women are just kind of raised to seem humble," Goldman told Kathie Lee and Hoda on TODAY Wednesday. Developmental psychologist Dr. Robyn Silverman suggests that at least when it comes to compliments about a woman’s appearance, an “inner body bully” makes women deny that the flattery could be true. "[It] tells us we're not thin enough, we're not good enough and not worthy enough to take the compliment and so we downgrade it," Silverman, author of "Good Girls Don't Get Fat" told TODAY. Read more: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/44340053/ns/today-today_health/ViewAugust.31st.2011
Sustainable, Organic Lifestyles
There's a new lifestyle choice out there.. promoting sustainable, organic living! It's not as difficult as it sounds.....Check it out!
LATEST POSTED BY: Hope M. HillI just heard the news that our community now has a community garden in the works. I am so excited to hear that! I'm hoping to make a donation of leftovers from my greenhouse. Do you have a community garden? I am hoping lots of volunteers out there can make this a success for our area. With the ever-rising gas and grocery prices, the more people can do for themselves the better. The term "Victory Gardens" have an ever-increasing prevalence in everyday communities.ViewMay.16th.2011
Contests and Giveaways!
So many great give aways and contests on the web! This will be a great way to round it all up =) Please note, all off topic posts will be removed! Also, if I can keep up, I will remove posts from contests and give aways that are over already!
LATEST POSTED BY: bloggerdiseGot some giveaway sponsors for your blog (go on, take 'em) Hey all. I run a community site called bloggerdise.com. Essentially we link up bloggers with businesses and artists that are looking to be reviewed, do giveaways or promote their offers. Our site is totally free to register and use. We have over 800 businesses to choose from. Though I figure I'd offer up some of my personal picks on this thread. Again, to actually view all the business contact info you just need to register on bloggerdise.com first, for free. Ok, here's my first batch ... [oh, and if you have any questions you can reach me @ jesse@bloggerdise.com] Awesome popcorn company that is into sampling. Love their caramel corn ! http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=501 Novelist with a quirky sense of humor... http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=982 Skincare brand that is in to doing sampling of different kinds of products. http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1422 Eco-lips (premium lip care) open to giveaways – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=531 About Abby (award winning web series) looking for interesting promotional ideas – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1263 Vegan Web series starring Eric Roberts http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1206 Marcal tissues (open to giveaways and reviews) – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=872 Delicious Tea co. Open to sampling – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1319 Charitable search site – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1207 Applegate Farms (open to couponing) – http://www.bloggerdise.com/offer/?offer_id=1233 I got a bunch more, but interested to get your feedback (like if you want me to keep posting these.) Best, Jesse Bloggerdise.comViewSeptember.21st.2011
Co-Parenting or Step-Parenting
Connect with others who are co-parenting and/or stepparenting.
LATEST POSTED BY: Deesha PhilyawWhat's surprised you most about your co-parenting or stepmothering journey? For me, as a stepmom, I learned that I had a greater capacity for surrendering and letting go than I ever realized. It's constantly tested, but I surprise myself. :-)ViewMarch.1st.2011
Valentines Cooking
Julia Child is such an amazing inspiration! I delighted in the summer "foodie flick" Julia and Julia. Wonderful actors/actresses with a modern day "social network" twist. The image is a reminder of how much love for Valentines day Julia and Paul had. This creates a desire to cook a great meal for my husband - but I don't think I could ever publish the tub picture! What are you cooking for your significant other for Valentines? Bon Appetit! www.cookwarecravings.com
LATEST POSTED BY: Megaware 2.0For Valentines: Julia Child’s Master Crêpe Recipe: Ingredients: 1 cup flour 2/3 cup cold milk 2/3 cup cold water 3 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for brushing on pan Directions: 1) Mix all ingredients until smooth in a blender or with a whisk. Refrigerate. 2) Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Brush with melted butter. 3) Pour in 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter into the center of the pan and then tilt the pan in all directions to cover the bottom evenly. Cook about 1 minute, or until browned on the bottom. Turn and cook briefly on the other side. 4) Cool on a rack or plate as you finish making the rest. Serve as desired. This is wonderful! Add some beautiful berries and a pinch of powdered sugar. Oh --So French!ViewFebruary.12th.2011
Hyper Local
Writing about local events, activities, places, and companies
LATEST POSTED BY: DealsForDaytonDoes anyone else out there write a hyper local blog? I'd love to check yours out and feel free to check mine out- DealsForDayton.com I've been blogging for a year now and an JUST realizing that there are other hyper local bloggers like me out there! So where are you?!ViewFebruary.8th.2011
Vlogging
This circle is for Bloggers who love to vlog, want to learn to vlog, or are just trying to figure out all the buttons on a video camera.
LATEST POSTED BY: Charlene (@CharChronicles)How many of you have already done a video post on your blog?ViewFebruary.8th.2011
REAL Food for Families
Looking for other moms who want only REAL food for their families. To define REAL- nothing processed, no sugar, 100% whole grains, etc...
LATEST POSTED BY: Erin OApples top 2011 'dirty dozen' list, says group Apples are the most chemically contaminated produce, says a new report by the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit focused on public health. The report suggests buying organic apples instead of conventional, and names other fruits and vegetables that rank highest in pesticides. Organic produce is grown using materials of plant or animal origin, instead of chemicals. On the "dirty dozen" list are: 1. Apples 2. Celery 3. Strawberries 4. Peaches 5. Spinach 6. Imported nectarines 7. Imported grapes 8. Sweet bell peppers 9. Potatoes 10. Domestic blueberries 11. Lettuce 12. Kale/collard greens The group also lists the "Clean 15," or those that rank lowest in pesticide residues. These are: 1. Onions 2. Sweet Corn 3. Pineapples 4. Avocado 5. Asparagus 6. Sweet peas 7. Mangoes 8. Eggplant 9. Domestic cantaloupe 10. Kiwi 11. Cabbage 12. Watermelon 13. Sweet Potatoes 14. Grapefruit 15. Mushrooms "Though buying organic is always the best choice, we know that sometimes people do not have access to that produce or cannot afford it," EWG President Ken Cook said. "Our guide helps consumers concerned about pesticides to make better choices among conventional produce, and lets them know which fruits and vegetables they may want to buy organic." However, United Fresh Produce, the trade association representing produce companies, calls the report "misleading." In a statement to CNN, the group said: "At a time when medical experts strongly urge Americans to realize the health benefits from eating more fruits and vegetables, it is irresponsible to mislead consumers with a sensational publicity stunt disguised as science. While its authors admit the 'health benefits of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables outweigh the risks of pesticide exposure,' the Dirty Dozen list will almost certainly discourage many people from eating the recommended amounts of fresh produce and potentially diminish the nutrition and health of millions of Americans." The EWG report is an update from the 2010 one. It is based on data collected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Samples were tested as they were normally eaten- washed, and sometimes peeled. Read more: http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2011/06/13/apples-top-2011-dirty-dozen-list-says-group/?hpt=hp_c2ViewJune.13th.2011Living Your {DREAM}
A circle of moms who want to acheive the ultimate life-- living your dream in every way-- personal life, home life and work life... I think it's possible...who's with me? Come here for inspiration!
LATEST POSTED BY: gottalovemomIt seems like there are so many things we want to accomplish. We are always multi-tasking. Our to-do and bucket lists keep on growing.
We look at our lists and we say, “How am I going to accomplish any of these tasks at all? Who has the time”
What about doing something just for fun? Does not have to be elaborate. Just one thing that will make you smile.
So pick one, focus on it, and make an effort to do it every day – until it becomes a habit that makes you smile and you laugh out loud: Live life, one simple step at a time.
Fun for me involves art.
Art is a big part of my life. I am happy when I'm doing something creative. I love music but I didn't get a chance to be really good at it, unlike my 4 children who play the guitar, piano and violin. I love listening to them -- or just listening to Lady Gaga's "Free as my Hair" song.
There’s a song that I started learning how to play. I haven’t played the piano in decades. My hands are stiff, and my eyes couldn’t see the notes as clearly as I did when I was younger – but those are just excuses.
I learned that if you really want something, you’ll find ways to make time.
http://gottalovemom.blogspot.com/2011/10/just-one-simple-step-all-for-me.htmlViewOctober.2nd.2011Moms LinkingIn
LinkedIn is a free, professional networking site. This circle is the place where you can post the link to your LinkedIn profile so that those of us using the service for our businesses might more easily connect.
LATEST POSTED BY: robinAny ideas? Is this circle helpful or should we try another approach?ViewSeptember.28th.2011
Cookware Cravings
Let's talk cookware! If you are a "boomer - or pre boomer" don't be surprised if the cookware you are craving is now stainless steel. As we become more "older -ugh" and more confident in our cooking style, we tend to gravitate toward a higher end product. (This is a NPD verified fact based on age groups). While there is always a place for aluminum nonstick fry pans for a quick meal and a speedy clean up - more and more are watching the cooking shows demonstrating advanced cooking techniques. For that type of lifestyle - people want a better quality pan to deliver a better result. For more information: www.cookwarecravings.com
LATEST POSTED BY: Megaware 2.0Cookware tip of the day: Stainless steel is the most universal and commonly used type of "chef cookware". While stainless steel is extremely durable, make sure the base is heavy. Stainless steel is a poor conductor of heat. For that reason, the construction of the bottom of the pan is essential. All of the higher end stainless pots and pans need copper or aluminum or tri-ply in the base/core to evenly distribute heat. The stainless exterior layer allows for the product to look good, and clean up easy. If the core of the pan is thin, your cooking may be subject to hot spots and periodically burn food. For more: www.cookwarecravings.comViewFebruary.11th.2011
