Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Time Management Tips
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Whoops! Forgot today was Tuesday. So you're probably reading this on Wednesday, but I decided to not actually skip this week.
It's easy to get jumbled after a busy weekend, and this one was something. Went up to see my sister in the Bay Area to decide if we might move up that way. It would be a change, but there are some advantages and disadvantages.
Feature Article
10 Easy Time Management Tips
Many people mistakenly believe that time management is about squeezing more tasks and activities into a day. Time management is actually about getting the important things done. It's also about learning to do things efficiently so you can ultimately accomplish more. Here's how:
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/071508.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Whoops! Forgot today was Tuesday. So you're probably reading this on Wednesday, but I decided to not actually skip this week.
It's easy to get jumbled after a busy weekend, and this one was something. Went up to see my sister in the Bay Area to decide if we might move up that way. It would be a change, but there are some advantages and disadvantages.
Feature Article
10 Easy Time Management Tips
Many people mistakenly believe that time management is about squeezing more tasks and activities into a day. Time management is actually about getting the important things done. It's also about learning to do things efficiently so you can ultimately accomplish more. Here's how:
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/071508.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Healthy Lunchboxes
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Well, I'm steadily feeling better and having less nausea with this pregnancy. Almost have my energy back too. That's quite a relief. I don't like sleeping that much. I still get occasional bouts, which is why this is so late today.
Feature Article
7 Healthy Tips For Your Kids Lunchbox!
Next time you pack your child's lunchbox, take a look inside. How many different options of foods have you given your little one and what is the ratio of healthy food to junk food? It is so important to include a variety of healthy foods and snacks for your child to eat whilst they are at school. But sometimes it can be difficult to come up with new ideas for the lunchbox.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/070808.htm
See you next week!
Stephanie
Well, I'm steadily feeling better and having less nausea with this pregnancy. Almost have my energy back too. That's quite a relief. I don't like sleeping that much. I still get occasional bouts, which is why this is so late today.
Feature Article
7 Healthy Tips For Your Kids Lunchbox!
Next time you pack your child's lunchbox, take a look inside. How many different options of foods have you given your little one and what is the ratio of healthy food to junk food? It is so important to include a variety of healthy foods and snacks for your child to eat whilst they are at school. But sometimes it can be difficult to come up with new ideas for the lunchbox.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/070808.htm
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Why Manners Matter
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Ok, ok, I'm back. Sorry about that big gap in newsletters. Things just piled up at the end of the school year. Stomach flu, a rather nasty cold and just to make things really interesting, I found out I'm pregnant.
Which explained the continuing exhaustion and nausea.
We're surprised and delighted. Timing could be better, but people say that about a lot of pregnancies. I'm getting more energetic again and if not getting rid of the nausea yet, coping with it better.
Why Manners Matter
"...the principle of civil reciprocity is a solid one, for which reason it is occasion for total, staggering dismay that it appears to be on its way out." Lynne Truss fumes in her wonderfully, hotheaded bestseller, Talk to the Hand #?*! The Utter Bloody Rudeness of the World Today, or Six Good Reasons to Stay at Home and Bolt the Door.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/070108.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Ok, ok, I'm back. Sorry about that big gap in newsletters. Things just piled up at the end of the school year. Stomach flu, a rather nasty cold and just to make things really interesting, I found out I'm pregnant.
Which explained the continuing exhaustion and nausea.
We're surprised and delighted. Timing could be better, but people say that about a lot of pregnancies. I'm getting more energetic again and if not getting rid of the nausea yet, coping with it better.
Why Manners Matter
"...the principle of civil reciprocity is a solid one, for which reason it is occasion for total, staggering dismay that it appears to be on its way out." Lynne Truss fumes in her wonderfully, hotheaded bestseller, Talk to the Hand #?*! The Utter Bloody Rudeness of the World Today, or Six Good Reasons to Stay at Home and Bolt the Door.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/070108.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Summer and the Library
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Finally? Maybe?
We've been working on potty training my 3 year old. He's still not done, but this week has been the one in which he's finally shown signs of figuring it out. Such a relief. I am very, very ready to be done with diapers.
Of course, i'm also very, very ready for the networking to finally work out so my husband gets a job. He's working hard at that and I think he has plenty of motivation these days. He's helping out at a conference this week so that he can network there. It's almost odd having him out of the house!
Feature Article
Have You Tried the Library?
Summer break is coming or even here for many families. With that comes the eternal whine: "I'm boooored!"
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/060308.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Finally? Maybe?
We've been working on potty training my 3 year old. He's still not done, but this week has been the one in which he's finally shown signs of figuring it out. Such a relief. I am very, very ready to be done with diapers.
Of course, i'm also very, very ready for the networking to finally work out so my husband gets a job. He's working hard at that and I think he has plenty of motivation these days. He's helping out at a conference this week so that he can network there. It's almost odd having him out of the house!
Feature Article
Have You Tried the Library?
Summer break is coming or even here for many families. With that comes the eternal whine: "I'm boooored!"
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/060308.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
What Not to Say to Your Kids
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Wild weather we're having here. Monday a week ago we were over 100 degrees F. Suddenly we went to cold (in southern California terms) and damp. Some areas even got some pretty serious rain.
I know what caused the change. We had to have some major plumbing work done which involved cutting a hole in the kitchen wall. It didn't start raining here until the plumber was delayed in fixing that. The hole is fixed now, so the weather is free to warm up again. So far the weather report disagrees with that conclusion though.
Feature Article
10 Parenting Tips - Things You Shouldn't Say To Your Children
Do you use phrases that edify and encourage your children?
Sometimes we don't say things that edify or encourage our children.
Come and read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/052708.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Wild weather we're having here. Monday a week ago we were over 100 degrees F. Suddenly we went to cold (in southern California terms) and damp. Some areas even got some pretty serious rain.
I know what caused the change. We had to have some major plumbing work done which involved cutting a hole in the kitchen wall. It didn't start raining here until the plumber was delayed in fixing that. The hole is fixed now, so the weather is free to warm up again. So far the weather report disagrees with that conclusion though.
Feature Article
10 Parenting Tips - Things You Shouldn't Say To Your Children
Do you use phrases that edify and encourage your children?
Sometimes we don't say things that edify or encourage our children.
Come and read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/052708.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
From Idea to Business
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
Less than a month left in the school year, and the weather already feels like deep summer. We've had several days in the high 90s to solidly over 100 here lately. Today's supposed to be significantly cooler, though, and I'm certainly ready for that.
So of course my husband had the rich sense of timing to set the inflatable pool up today. Should've checked the weather report, because if that's right we won't be breaking 80 degrees for at least a week. That water's not going to really warm up enough, but now we'll have to watch the kids in the back yard.
At least we can reuse the water in the garden, so it's not all wasted.
Feature Article
From Woman With A Good Idea To Woman With A Thriving Home-Based Business
According to the Center for Women's Business Research, "There are 10.4 million women running successful businesses in the U.S. Of those 10.4 million, 85% of them are running businesses out of their home."
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/052008.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Less than a month left in the school year, and the weather already feels like deep summer. We've had several days in the high 90s to solidly over 100 here lately. Today's supposed to be significantly cooler, though, and I'm certainly ready for that.
So of course my husband had the rich sense of timing to set the inflatable pool up today. Should've checked the weather report, because if that's right we won't be breaking 80 degrees for at least a week. That water's not going to really warm up enough, but now we'll have to watch the kids in the back yard.
At least we can reuse the water in the garden, so it's not all wasted.
Feature Article
From Woman With A Good Idea To Woman With A Thriving Home-Based Business
According to the Center for Women's Business Research, "There are 10.4 million women running successful businesses in the U.S. Of those 10.4 million, 85% of them are running businesses out of their home."
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/052008.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Organizing Kids' Rooms
The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter
I hope all the moms out there had a great Mother's Day. We had an extended family picnic out at Mission Bay. Lots of fun if a bit cooler than it's been most years. We had a serious case of May Grey going on.
And then I had one of those "already??" moments talking to my daughter's kindergarten teacher. She pointed out that we have just 4 Mondays left in our school year. Hard to believe summer vacation is approaching so quickly. Time to start thinking on how to keep the kids busy all summer long.
Feature Article
Organizing Kids' Rooms - Eight Quick Tips for Moms
I always know that it's time to reorganize my home when I spend more than 20 minutes each day helping my kids to look for puzzle pieces or some other small object just so that they can continue their play. This morning, my son and I combed the carpet in the playroom and searched the toybox for the tiny helmet of his Lego policeman.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/051308.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
I hope all the moms out there had a great Mother's Day. We had an extended family picnic out at Mission Bay. Lots of fun if a bit cooler than it's been most years. We had a serious case of May Grey going on.
And then I had one of those "already??" moments talking to my daughter's kindergarten teacher. She pointed out that we have just 4 Mondays left in our school year. Hard to believe summer vacation is approaching so quickly. Time to start thinking on how to keep the kids busy all summer long.
Feature Article
Organizing Kids' Rooms - Eight Quick Tips for Moms
I always know that it's time to reorganize my home when I spend more than 20 minutes each day helping my kids to look for puzzle pieces or some other small object just so that they can continue their play. This morning, my son and I combed the carpet in the playroom and searched the toybox for the tiny helmet of his Lego policeman.
Come read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/051308.php
See you next week!
Stephanie
