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I'd love to say there is not enough room to tell you all of the things that make me "me". The truth however, is that I am a simple woman. My husband might argue that "simple" and "woman" are a contradiction in terms. I might agree. I have six children and

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Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Solving the difficult problems that come with rescued animals: 1 of 12
Just as we as people respond when we are upset; outbursts, stubbornness, sadness, defiance, refusing to speak or eat, so do our pets. Rescued animals have been through trauma, whether from leaving someone they loved or from an abusive situation. Animals will respond to this emotional and physical discomfort, as you would exp... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages How to ease separation anxiety for infants: 3 of 15
I watch as my littlest one plays on her blanket with a ball that her older brother gave her. Back and forth the ball goes and her eyes follow intently. To spark her interest in crawling, her brother rolls the ball a bit too far and it rolls into the kitchen and slopes down around the corner. She looks to me and looks back at... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Babies (Other) How to entertain baby with household items: 8 of 36
Ridiculous amounts of research and marketing dollars are spent annually to determine what the latest baby craze will be. Which toys are safest? Which toys are best for babies at their various growth stages? How much money can we get parents to spend? Parents are not just hypnotized consumers in the baby toy aisles anymore. W... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals Why you can't get what you want: 24 of 97
How can we possibly get what we want? If I got what I wanted, each time I wanted it, I would have multiple husbands, seventeen hundred careers, all of which I would be extremely successful at, and I would live in more countries than I'd have time to visit, what with my obligations to my twelve families and various businesses... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Managing child care (Part I of II): 4 of 12
MANAGING CHILD CARE Managing child care can be just one more time consuming thing to do for a parent or provider who is already busy. Choosing the right provider however, is the most important decision many people make. To help in this, I've broken down various options as well as included some helpful information to assist i... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals How to unlock your innate potential: 35 of 61
We have all pondered in our adulthood whether or not we are truly achieving all that we can. From New York City to London, right this very moment, I imagine countless executives staring out their office windows debating their own personal success. "Is this it? Has my potential been reached, here on the fourteenth floor in a ... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life How many marriages are too many?: 22 of 36
How many chocolate chip cookies is one too many? Some people would argue, you should never have the first one. For some it's the second one that finally satisfies their constantly aroused sweet tooth. Finally there are those who's inner voice says, "There are six left in the package and six is an even number. Everyone knows ... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Managing child care (Part II of II): 2 of 3
MANAGING CHILD CARE Among the hardest decisions that we as parents will ever make, is who will care for our children when we are away. Some of the most important things to look for are: -CPR certification and overall health information (Medical condition? Smoker?) -Valid Driver's License -References and proof of certificatio... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Relationships: 53 of 76
ON-LINE DATING They always ask. It doesn't matter if we are at church or a school event or if we are having people over for dinner. We know it is coming and yet I am never prepared. "How did you meet?" It's like fingernails on my virtual chalkboard! Perhaps in an attempt to never again have to answer the question, I will sha... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Words to avoid in order to stay positive: 19 of 27
Pardon my sarcasm, but I do find that while I am trying to stay positive, I absolutely must laugh. Words to avoid like the Cheesecake Factory when you're dieting: 1. "Victoria Beckham" - She just makes us all look bad, so to stay "posh"itive, we should avoid the utterance of her name at all times,particularly meal-time. (Tho... More..