Alpine Village Family November 30th, 2006
Vickie is publishing her poetry works online. There are around 150 original poems there, on all types of subjects from happy to sad and love, love love in between.She is in the process of having a book published, though still at the very beginning stages.
Writing poetry is a wonderful outlet for Moms. Maybe Vickie’s poems will motivate you to get your work published. Read some of Vickie’s poems here: Vickie’s poetry
[tags]poetry, poems, poetry by women[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 29th, 2006
I’ll never forget a conversation I had with my sister when I was pregnant with my first child (she on the other hand had just downloaded her fourth). She asked me if I was planning on breastfeeding the baby and I said yes. She told me that things would be challenging for the first few weeks but that if I could hang in there, it would be smooth sailing from that point.
I remember thinking: “What’s so difficult about it? You just put the baby to your breast and they drink?”
Oh how I laugh at that now! Of course, I know now that Mommies need the right information and support to breastfeed their babies. Here are a couple of resources:
The Happy Breastfeeder is a free newsletter for Moms who want to nurse their babies for a year. And don’t you dare wear an ugly old nursing bra! Treat yourself to a pretty nursing bra and browse the information on this site too.
Alpine Village Family November 28th, 2006
There are so many cool products out there that can solve a problem in your daily life or save you a little time, but who has time to go out and find them all?
Mom Gadgets to the rescue! Mom Gadgets is a blog where several moms get together and share neat products they use every day. For instance, Lynette used her instant hot water heater to sanitize her baby’s pacifier or warm bottles. Plus Mommy can make a cup of hot tea in a minute to sit down and relax with.
How cool is that?
[tags]gadgets for moms, moms, gadgets[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 27th, 2006
Just the other day I was reading an article about the importance of families eating together. Did you know that long term studies have shown that familes who eat dinner together at least 3 times a week are much happier and more successful than families who don’t?
There is even a connection between teens, drug abuse and early sexual activity and the number of times the family sits down to supper. Who knew that such a simple activity could have such profound benefits? One article shares some cool stats on this.
Here is a moving video that illustrates some of this research. Turn your speakers on and get ready to grab your cookbook! ===> Dinner video
[tags]dinner hour, dinner time, parenting, teenagers[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 26th, 2006
If you want a personalized letter from Santa Claus for your kids, and you want it to come with a North Pole postmark, now is the time to get your order in :) The North Pole post office gets crazy busy during December!
Get your Letter from Santa here!
[tags]Santa Claus, Letter from Santa, Christmas gifts[/tasgs]
Alpine Village Family November 26th, 2006
I stumbled on this website quite by accident and I had to share it. I didn’t know that you could still get Wonder Woman undies!
I immediately pictured myself wearing these under my clothes when facing a tough day. I’d feel like a secret super hero! LOL!
Of course, it’s the kids who will probably want them 
[tags]Wonder Woman, christmas gifts[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 26th, 2006
Here is a neat site that is a kind of “one stop shop” for all sorts of fun and informative stuff that Moms want: Moms Talk Network
You can sign up for free newsletters for tips of all kinds; from things like pampering yourself as a Mom to homeschooling, to saving more money. You can even get a free ebook with tips on how to be a Hot Mama (remember that hot mama you once were before all your shirts were stained with spit up?), as well as updates on cool podcasts of interests to Moms.
Have fun surfing!
[tags]moms, parenting, online resources for moms[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 25th, 2006
Ok, there’s no replacement for getting out of the house and meeting up with a friend. Keeping up adult friendships is essential for the stay at home Mom set. It helps us be more well rounded people and keeps us sane too. 
But sometimes it’s a challenge what with conflicting schedules, sick toddlers and such. Internet message forums can be a neat way to make friends and find support for the day to day grind of parenting, and sometimes these relationships even go offline for a deeper connection.
Here’s one fun message board: Moms Talk Forum
They’re a relaxed, non judgmental group of Mommies who chat about all kinds of stuff.. so come on in, the water’s fine.
[tags]moms, parenting, mom message board, mom message forum[/tags]
Alpine Village Family November 22nd, 2006
Since this is a new blog for me, I am claiming it over on Technorati.
You can view my Technorati Profile :)
Alpine Village Family November 22nd, 2006
Do you remember the Elmo craze a few years back, when parents were flocking to stores and waiting in line for hours to get their hands on a talking Elmo doll? It’s a little crazy, but parents want that one special toy for their kids and will do nearly anything to get it!
What if you could make some good money selling hot and popular toys to these folks on eBay? Jenni Hunt, an eBay specialist and Mom, has detailed her method for raking in the cash with her tell all ebook, eBay toy selling guide.
Jenni even tells you what the hottest toys are so you don’t have to guess at it! Ch-ch-ch-check it out.
[tags]ebay, online auctions, Tickle Me Elmo, holiday toys[/tags]
