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Surviving Summer As A Mom Blogger

June 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Keep your blog active this summer with these tips and tricks.

Summer is nearly here and not only does it mean hotter temperatures and fresh lemonade, but it also means the kiddos being home from school. Depending on how you look at it, those two months can be heaven with your kids, or a huge, messy chaos of angry mom, bored kids. As a blogging mom you have to think about how to balance time with your kids and keep your blog running smoothly, whether you work from home or even have a full-time job outside of the home. So how can you keep your blog alive ... Continue Reading

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Facebook as a Teaching Tool: Beyond the Obvious

May 1, 2012 By 2 Comments
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With teens on Facebook and social media sites, it’s easy to find ways to use them as teaching tools.

If you have children old enough to be on Facebook, then you've probably had plenty of opportunity to use the platform to create “teaching moments” for your kids. There are the obvious lessons - “don’t post pics of yourself you don’t want your Grandma to see” and “don’t use foul language.” Other lessons include teaching your kids how to include or block certain groups when posting things that might be more appropriate for their friends. But last week, I had a moment of real ... Continue Reading

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Time-Saving Tips to Make Your Life as a Busy Mom Easier

February 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Check out these time-savings tips for the busy mom.

Are you a busy mom? I don't know many moms who aren't - but being busy can be stressful. Ease up on your stress with these time-saving tips: Be Organized You know that old phrase, "A place for everything and everything in it's place"? Well, I am a big believer in that. I do have a place for everything and everything goes to its place at the end of the day. Books go on the bookshelves, dishes to the sink, clothes in the hamper, etc. I also try to keep all paper items in the trash or filed ... Continue Reading

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Sewing Machines: What to Know Before Purchasing as a Novice Sewer

January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Looking to start sewing? These tips will help you buy the right machine for your new hobby.

Is learning to sew one of your new year's resolutions? Looking to be a little more crafty this year? Here's the information you should know before purchasing a sewing machine. A beginner should always keep their sewing machine simple. Beginners need straight-forward machines without fewer options to confuse them while they learn. A straight stitch machine with up to ten different stitches would do. Computerized machines are not usually a beginner's friend. Buy Second-Hand or ... Continue Reading

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