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The Hebrew National Better-Than-A-Picnic Picnics
From May through July 2010 Hebrew National, TheMotherhood and forty-seven influential mom bloggers will host nine Hebrew National Better-Than-A-Picnic Picnics nationwide. At each event we will enjoy 100% all-beef Hebrew National hotdogs (the Better-Than-A-Hotdog Hotdog!), participate in service projects to make the community a better place and have a ball with special, fun interactive games and even entertainment like local bands and DJs! All are welcome! See below for a schedule of events!
LATEST POSTED BY: ConnieFogglesI found the newspaper article about the Tampa picnic. - http://www.theobservernews.com/news/front-page-news/414-mommy-bloggers-vs-the-gulf-oil-spill.htmlViewAugust.15th.2010
Living on a Budget
Budget. The dreaded B word! But it doesn't have to be scary any more! Come get encouragement on how to stay on budget, navigate family finances and give tips and advice you have learned!
LATEST POSTED BY: Kayla SWorth it or not: A shopping Guide SmartMoney.com - We've all been there, standing in the aisle of a store, spending way too much time weighing the small differences between two similar products. Will the more expensive umbrella really perform better? When it comes to a laptop bag, is $120 too much, too little, or just right? Here's some help. Each month, SmartMoney Magazine looks at sets of two similar consumer products, and assesses the better buy. This year, we looked at a wide variety of goods, including blenders, deep fryers and Digital SLR cameras. To aid in your holiday shopping, here are seven suggestions: http://www.smartmoney.com/spend/family-money/worth-it-or-not-a-shopping-guide/ViewDecember.16th.2011
Host your own Picnic with a Purpose!
Want to get ideas on hosting your own Picnic with a Purpose? During April and May, 2009 The Hebrew National® Picnics with a Purpose are uniting local residents in Atlanta, Detroit, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Providence, RI, Tampa, Fla. and Virginia Beach, Va. for fun, family grilling and giving back to their local communities. Out of each event we are working with the mom bloggers who hosted the local Picnics to create "activity kits" -- great suggestions on ways to have your own Picnic with a Purpose. You can download activity kits from each of the Hebrew National® Picnics with a Purpose here. You can also share your own ideas, post photos and keep us up to date on any community projects you do in your town. Happy summer!
LATEST POSTED BY: RobynsWorldHebrew National - come to St. Louis next time too!ViewMarch.12th.2010
Picnics with a Purpose
Hebrew National is partnering with TheMotherhood on Picnics with a Purpose to kick off the summer grilling season in eight cities: Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, New York, Virginia Beach, Providence, RI, Detroit and Philadelphia. If you live near any of the eight cities, let us know and we'll send an invite (until they fill up). Eight star bloggers are hosting the picnics and along with each, a community give-back project. Join us for the fun at the picnics or here in this Circle where they will happen live.
LATEST POSTED BY: auntiethesisMy oldest son (left) and his brother, our newest teacher.ViewJune.9th.2009
Healthy Moms, Healthy Families
As mothers, we're always paying attention to health issues--our families' as well as our own. This circle is dedicated to keeping everyone we love healthy--including ourselves!
LATEST POSTED BY: Deborah15 Ways to Eat Healthy Without Breaking the Bank.... I am very committed to eating really healthfully and feeding my family as much nutritious food as possible. Many people complain to me that they can’t buy fresh, organic food because it’s too expensive. It’s interesting to me that 100 years ago we spent twenty-five percent of our disposable income on food and now we only spend ten percent. Furthermore, we’re actually consuming more food than before, while getting fatter and sicker. But I do think we’re starting to make the connection that we have a lot of cheap food in this country, and that cheap food has hidden costs—to our physical bodies, as well as the environment. To read on: http://www.positivelypositive.com/2012/01/30/eat-well/ViewFebruary.2nd.2012
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Flip
Real Moms. Real discussions. Unscripted. Unrehearsed. Life!
LATEST POSTED BY: letkidsplayI need some help. I took a bunch of videos of different playgrounds with my brand new Flip, while we were on vacation. I downloaded them and when I go to look at them, the sound and the video don't synchronize. As I am giving tours of the playgrounds this is a problem. Is there a way to fix this?ViewApril.9th.2010
Everything Home
Information, advice, inspiration, ideas, resources and more for taking care of, decorating and renovating your home.
LATEST POSTED BY: Deborah3 Recession-Inspired Home Remodeling Ideas A soft economy prompted some homeowners to take a new look at their existing footprint. Even as housing-market conditions turn a little brighter, many homeowners still opt to stay put and update their current quarters instead of selling at lower prices. The numbers prove it. Remodeling industry sentiment, as tracked by the National Association of Home Builders' Remodeling Market Index (RMI), hit a five-year high in the fourth quarter. In many cases, these decisions are fiscally motivated and reflective of the times, but the following remodeling trends may be here to stay: Read the rest here: http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/3-recession-inspired-home-remodeling-ideas.htmlViewFebruary.2nd.2012A Year Of Holidays!
A place to celebrate all the holidays of the year!
LATEST POSTED BY: BrandieHappy new year everyone. I hope 2012 is a great year in which you are surrounded by caring and loving people, that you all have good health, and that your troubles are light and easy to get through. :)ViewJanuary.1st.2012
Christmas
all things Christmas
LATEST POSTED BY: Kayla S10 great places to find fine gifts at a museum USAToday.com - Forget the mall this holiday season. Instead, head to a museum shop for a memorable gift. Not only will you find unique merchandise, but purchases support the host cultural institution. "The shopping experience can be a lot more interesting," says Beverly Barsook , executive director of the Museum Store Association in Denver. "You don't find this kind of stuff in big box stores." She shares some standouts with Larry Bleiberg for USA TODAY. Children's Museum of Indianapolis Indianapolis It's no surprise that the world's biggest children's museum has a great gift shop, with everything from Chinese terra-cotta warriors to a "flying turtle" sit-down skateboard. "There are games and kits where people can learn a principle of science or about something they saw in the museum," Barsook says. Even the plush toys are a cut above. "They're designed to accurately represent the animal, and not just look cute." 317-334-4606;childrensmuseum.tamretail.net deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Lincoln, Mass. This Boston-area institution has a studio art school, which is why you'll find plenty of craft materials and art supplies on sale. And during the holiday season, the store doubles in size to host an annual Artists Market, with pottery, glass, holiday ornaments and cards. Year-round, patrons find puzzles, toys and home accessories for sale. "It also has very high-quality contemporary jewelry," Barsook says. 781-259-3606;decordova.org/store Keep reading: http://travel.usatoday.com/destinations/10great/story/2011-11-25/10-great-places-to-find-fine-gifts-at-a-museum/51376828/1?loc=interstitialskipViewNovember.30th.2011Need a laugh?
Need a laugh? Got a funny email you want to pass on? Miss working in an office where you could share jokes around the water cooler? This is the place to post anything funny or offbeat or satirical you find on the web or maybe even your own home.
LATEST POSTED BY: Brandieo.b. says sorry (apparently because some of their products were hard to find?). Regardless, this video is hilarious! http://www.obtampons.com/apologyViewDecember.12th.2011Contests 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
Generation Huggies Mom Bloggers
Five fabulous Mom Bloggers are telling the Generation Huggies story. A lucky mom is going to win $30,000 and another 30 will be featured in the upcoming Generation Huggies ad campaign.
LATEST POSTED BY: CooperOriginally Posted by brittemom in brittemom's Circle /audio/1233689384.38message.mp3ViewFebruary.3rd.2009
Thanksgiving
I thought it would be fun to share recipes, center piece ideas, family traditions, and all the fun and head aches that come with this holiday.
LATEST POSTED BY: Kayla SFive Thanksgiving apps you should gobble up (CNN) -- When someone says "Thanksgiving and apps," you probably think appetizers, not applications. It's not as natural a combo as, say, turkey and dressing or Detroit Lions and "losing in front of a national audience," is it? (We know -- those Lions are actually pretty good this year. Old habits die hard.) But in late 2011, if it exists, you can bet there's a host of mobile apps designed to help with it. And, let's be honest: Thanksgiving is a holiday with lots of moving parts. From ambitious cooking experiments to dealing with in-laws to mapping Black Friday shopping strategies, it can be a stressful day. Even if you're not a Detroit Lions fan. (Sorry ... did it again.) So, feeling prematurely full of holiday cheer, we've compiled a few apps that might help make your Turkey Day a good one. No need to thanks us ... just save us a drumstick. (Bonus: If, despite all this digital help, things go horribly awry, don't fret. Whether it's a scorched bird or a visit from Bumpus's hounds, you can still load up the family "Christmas Story" style, and head out for a Chinese feast or other dinner on the town, using apps like Open Table, UrbanSpoon and Foodspotting.) Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The departments store's annual march through the streets of New York has become as much a part of the Thanksgiving tradition as pilgrims and pumpkin pie. While much of the app is geared toward folks actually attending the parade, there are features that can be helpful even if you're watching from home in a tryptophan haze. It provides a complete list of participants in the parade, along with their marching order, a history of the event and traffic camera video that shows more views than just those available on TV. If you happen to be in the crowd, it offers info like a detailed map, nearby dining spots and, perhaps most importantly, the location of public restrooms. Platform: iOS and Android Use: Make sure to not miss Snoopy Keep reading: http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/22/tech/mobile/thanksgiving-apps/index.html?hpt=hp_c3ViewNovember.23rd.2011Moms CALL IN the Vote
It's no surprise in the most historic election of our lifetimes that moms are playing a critical role. When you vote in this election, record the moment for all of us -- and posterity too FROM YOUR CELL PHONE RIGHT HERE! All you do is: 1) Join TheMotherhood (if you haven't already) and be sure to put your cell phone number in when prompted during sign-up. 2) Join this circle and make it your Mobile Circle. 3) Go to your polling place to vote. 4) Pick up your cell phone and call 412-282-1182 (tip: add that number to your phone's contacts ahead of time.) 5) Give us a live, on the ground report. Tell us about voting, how you feel, what the experience is like and any other election day coverage! It is the ultimate in real-time, citizen mom journalism and we can't wait to hear all your election day stories.
LATEST POSTED BY: CooperMore on the outcome of yesterday's election: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/04/us/politics/04elect.htmlViewNovember.3rd.2010Party Time!
Whether you're throwing your child a birthday party at home, or casting about for ideas to jazz up a classroom party, this is the place to come for inspiration and to share your ideas!
LATEST POSTED BY: Kayla SPlanning a Superbowl party? Check out these great tips! Eatocracy.com - So - you've decided against the idea of lodging yourself into a crowded bar of foam cheese hats, terrible towels and reverting fraternity brothers this Super Bowl Sunday and opted to catch the big game at home? Nice defensive block. But, where's your offense? Sunny Anderson, the host of Food Network's "Cooking For Real," has got the game-winning strategy. Hut, hut, bite! Super Bowl Entertaining Tips: Sunny Anderson 1. Ice, Ice Baby 2. Wing It! 3. Rock the Halftime Show 4. Double Duty Drinks 5. Sober 'Em Up! Check out the full tips here: http://eatocracy.cnn.com/2011/02/01/55-sunny-anderson/?hpt=C2ViewFebruary.2nd.2011Obama Mamas
If you are head over heels for the Democratic ticket, join us!
LATEST POSTED BY: BrandieThe White House's Big Earth Day Announcement by Josh Loposer http://www.greendaily.com/2010/04/22/the-white-houses-big-earth-day-announcement Want a a free home energy upgrade courtesy of the federal government? As part of the White House's official Earth Day festivities, Vice President Joe Biden unveiled the "Retrofit Ramp-Up," a plan to dole out $452M in energy retrofits to 25 communities across the country. Using funds set aside by the Recovery Act, contractors will literally be going door-to-door to offer Americans a chance at a free energy-saving upgrade. The only problem is that you have to live in one of these 25 privileged communities. Lucky for me, my town made the cut. Did yours? (mine didn't make the cut - bummer - but I think this is great! And I know we have lots of Michigan moms on here - the State of Michigan is listed so you'll have to let us know if you get to participate in this!)ViewApril.22nd.2010Writing Mamas
Whether you write blogs or books (or both), for profit or pleasure, for the masses or for yourself, this is the place to share everything to do with making your words come to life.
LATEST POSTED BY: Erin OMany of these mistakes are my pet peeves!!! ____ 7 Spelling and Grammar Errors that Make You Look Dumb Don’t let these easy-to-fix spelling and grammar mistakes make you look unprofessional. By: Leslie Ayres, The Real Job Search Guru Many brilliant people have some communication weak spots. Unfortunately, the reality is that written communication is a big part of business, and how you write reflects on you. Poor spelling and grammar can destroy a professional image in an instant. Even if your job doesn't require much business writing, you'll still have emails to send and notes to write. And if you're looking for a job, your cover letters and resumes will likely mean the difference between getting the interview or not. Bad grammar and spelling make a bad impression. Don't let yourself lose an opportunity over a simple spelling or grammar mistake. Here are seven simple grammatical errors that I see consistently in emails, cover letters and resumes. Tip: Make yourself a little card cheat sheet and keep it in your wallet for easy reference. You're / Your The apostrophe means it's a contraction of two words; "you're" is the short version of "you are" (the "a" is dropped), so if your sentence makes sense if you say "you are," then you're good to use you're. "Your" means it belongs to you, it's yours. * You're = if you mean "you are" then use the apostrophe * Your = belonging to you You're going to love your new job! It's / Its This one is confusing, because generally, in addition to being used in contractions, an apostrophe indicates ownership, as in "Dad's new car." But, "it's" is actually the short version of "it is" or "it has." "Its" with no apostrophe means belonging to it. * It's = it is * Its = belonging to it It's important to remember to bring your telephone and its extra battery. They're / Their / There "They're" is a contraction of "they are." "Their" means belonging to them. "There" refers to a place (notice that the word "here" is part of it, which is also a place – so if it says here and there, it's a place). There = a place * They're = they are * Their = belonging to them They're going to miss their teachers when they leave there. Loose / Lose These spellings really don't make much sense, so you just have to remember them. "Loose" is the opposite of tight, and rhymes with goose. "Lose" is the opposite of win, and rhymes with booze. (To show how unpredictable English is, compare another pair of words, "choose" and "chose," which are spelled the same except the initial sound, but pronounced differently. No wonder so many people get it wrong!) * Loose = it's not tight, it's loosey goosey * Lose= "don't lose the hose for the rose" is a way to remember the same spelling but a different pronunciation I never thought I could lose so much weight; now my pants are all loose! Lead / Led Another common but glaring error. "Lead" means you're doing it in the present, and rhymes with deed. "Led" is the past tense of lead, and rhymes with sled. So you can "lead" your current organization, but you "led" the people in your previous job. * Lead = present tense, rhymes with deed * Led = past tense, rhymes with sled My goal is to lead this team to success, just as I led my past teams into winning award after award. A lot / Alot / Allot First the bad news: there is no such word as "alot." "A lot" refers to quantity, and "allot" means to distribute or parcel out. There is a lot of confusion about this one, so I'm going to allot ten minutes to review these rules of grammar. Between you and I This one is widely misused, even by TV news anchors who should know better. In English, we use a different pronoun depending on whether it's the subject or the object of the sentence: I/me, she/her, he/him, they/them. This becomes second nature for us and we rarely make mistakes with the glaring exception of when we have to choose between "you and I" or "you and me." Grammar Girl does a far better job of explaining this than I, but suffice to say that "between you and I" is never correct, and although it is becoming more common, it's kind of like saying "him did a great job." It is glaringly incorrect. The easy rule of thumb is to replace the "you and I" or "you and me" with either "we" or "us" and you'll quickly see which form is right. If "us" works, then use "you and me" and if "we" works, then use "you and I." Between you and me (us), here are the secrets to how you and I (we) can learn to write better. Master these common errors and you'll remove some of the mistakes and red flags that make you look like you have no idea how to speak. Read the article: http://work.lifegoesstrong.com/7-spelling-and-grammar-errors-make-you-look-dumb?utm_source=OB_work&obref=obnetworkViewOctober.19th.2011
Election 2008
A round up of information surrounding the 2008 United States Presidential Election.
LATEST POSTED BY: BrandieJanuary 20, 2009, will mark a momentous occasion in American history as we swear in our first African-American president, Barack Obama. The youth appeal of the Democratic senator from Illinois was evident this election season—Obama gear was almost as likely to be sported at the play ground as at the water cooler, and over one million children voted blue in Nickelodeon's online 2008 Kids Pick the President "Kids' Vote". Clearly, the new generation is cutting their teeth on political awareness—and living through history. While they may have years to go before they can cast their first real ballots, you can still help your kids stay excited about democracy in action during this landmark inaugural week. The swearing-in of our 44th chief executive of the United States will be far more meaningful to children if they understand what to expect. Starting in 1937, Inauguration Day has been slated for January 20th. Traditionally, the ceremony takes place around mid-day on the steps of Washington, D.C.'s United States Capitol and actual involves the administration of two oaths—that of the president-elect and the vice-president-elect. The oath of office requires the president-elect to affirm or swear to execute his office staunchly and "preserve, protect, and defend" the Constitution. The formalities are followed by parades, an inaugural speech and balls to celebrate the occasion. Read the rest here: http://www.education.com/magazine/article/Political_Party_Celebrate_the/#ViewJanuary.20th.2009Generation Huggies NYC
To celebrate 30 years of the moms who have inspired Huggies, the Generation Huggies Program is embarking on a cross-country tour to learn what it really means to be a mom today by meeting as many moms as possible. The kick off is in New York City and we are so excited to report on the event here!
LATEST POSTED BY: CooperOriginally Posted by motherhoodadmin in DesignMomView the source http://www.designmom.com/uploaded_images/Picture-1-778108.png http://www.kirtsy.com/story.php?title=The_one_electoral_map_you_havent_seen : the best looking and http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2008/10/25/opinion/20081025_opart.html ever. ("Leaning weirded out by Joe Biden's hair" will make me smile all day.)Hey. I know the election is over, but if you're still feeling the urge to get your vote on, I suggest you head over to http://generationhuggies.com/ and vote for your favorite video. Moms from all over the country have submitted 60 second videos filled with their thoughts on Motherhood. They're super sweet and if I could, I would watch them all day. Seriously. I can't believe how much I like hearing mothers talk about their experiences.The videos with the most votes will be featured in a national ad campaign and recieve a cash prize. Best part: you (yes you!) can submit your own video as well. http://generationhuggies.com/ is accepting videos through November 20th. Go check it out.ViewNovember.6th.2008Mommybloggers
For Moms who blog ... whether you call yourself a mom blogger, mommyblogger, mother who blogs -- you are welcome here. Share your URL with us and say a little about yourself!
LATEST POSTED BY: MomwichHi, I'm Momwich - I've been a mommy blogger since my gorgeous daughters were 6 and 2... fast forward a few years and several thousand dollars in girl scout fees, cheer uniforms and orthodontics and they're now 16 and 12 - and I'm still blogging about my parenting fails :) http://www.momwich.netViewMay.2nd.2012
