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Tools for WAHMs: Mom’s Plan of the Month

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With a million things in the air at any one time, a month can fly by in a flash.  Sometimes what you need is a good step back to see the weeks ahead all at once.  That is why the third section of my “Mom Notebook” is my Mom’s Plan of the Month.  And, it’s [...]

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Why-Not of the Week: Cut Out the OKs

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“Do not pour milk on the dog. Okay?” Sometimes it just comes out. You may not even realize you’re doing it.  You’re certainly not asking your two year old if she agrees with you.  You use your best stern mommy voice, you stay consistent with the rules and you lay down the law when necessary.  [...]

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Why-Not of the week: Kick Up Your Heels… at the Grocery Store

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This very first why-not is for the shoe lover in us all.  You know you’ve got that fabulous pair of heels tucked away in the closet.  You look at them every now and then and sigh, “I wish I had a place to wear you.”  Well, now you do.  Take those fancy shoes out, put [...]

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What Are Why-Nots?

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Every creative soul needs a little nudge every now and then.  Whatever it is you create, art, music, poetry or even just dinner, keeping life new and interesting will keep that creative light shining bright.  Most moms at home will tell you that turning the wagon wheels out of the rut in the road can [...]

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Creative Children’s Book of the Month- Walter Kitty

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The Secret Life of Walter Kitty: Written by Barbara Jean Hicks, Illustrated by Dan Santat I must start by saying that I am a bit biased.  I own a mischievous orange cat very much like Walter.  But, even if you don’t have a cat, your kids will love Walter. My daughter spends more time on [...]

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Tools for WAHMs: Mom’s Plan of the Day Worksheet

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The biggest tool in my WAHM tool belt is my “Mom’s Plan of the Day” Sheet. For a long time I struggled with finding the perfect way for me to organize and separate both my mom/house manager duties and my work tasks.  Now, I not only keep myself on task, but I have successfully reduced [...]

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Mama Needs a New Pair of Jeans: Finding the BEST Mom Jeans Ever

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Ah, the never ending search for that perfect pair of jeans.  They have to be stylish, comfy and durable, and if they make your husband whistle when you walk by, then that’s good too.  Let’s face it girls, we are not shaped the same way we used to be.   After months of maternity wear [...]

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An Hour in the Life of a Work at Home Mom

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Disclaimer: If frantic phone calls, poopy diapers, pineapples or nursing bras upset you in anyway, you don’t want to read this article.  We, the work at home moms, are a misunderstood bunch. No one can really identify with your day to day balancing act except for another gal juggling the same combo of kids, clients, [...]

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The Best Boxed Mac and Cheese

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One of the great childhood substances, mac and cheese is an indispensable tool in the modern mother’s arsenal.  It’s soft for toothless little mouths, easy to pick up for learning little fingers, gooey and fun shaped for distractible little minds, and it’s also edible for demanding little tummies.   But, even though we both love it, i always had a small amount of [...]

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Cruising With Your Toddler

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Never underestimate a toddler’s ability to create chaos.  This is never more true than when on vacation.  We recently returned from a family cruise aboard the Carnival Pride.  This was our first substantial family vacation since joining the “with kids” club, and we learned a lot about our daughter, our family and what really defines [...]

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