It was great to be celebrating my 10 month-old baby’s first Christmas! There are so many “firsts” and I’m looking forward to all.
My Baby’s First Christmas
Rituals
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Dec 292009
Recording Memories
Children, Finding Meaning, Rituals
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Dec 222009
With the start of winter break for my preteen son, I am hoping to get caught up with scrap-booking his childhood pictures with his help. So far, there has been a lot of selling with not much buying.
I Have a New Sister!
Causes, Finding Meaning, Women
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Dec 172009
I have finally been matched with a sister in Afghanistan I’ve sponsored through Women for Women International. The organization has had a great response recently, so it too them a few months to expand and match sisters.
The Annual Holiday Letter
Ettiquette, Outlook, Rituals
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Dec 162009
Ahh, that wonderful tradition of summarizing your life the past year and sending that out to everyone you know, is finally here! It’s been said that people either hate or love getting annual holiday letters. I’m a little suspicious of the people that love them.
Banking Dream
Finances, Saving Money, Simplicity
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Dec 152009
A company I’ve had great experience with, in contrast to Chase, is ING Direct. I’ve been an on-line customer since 2005 and love the simplicity and savings in time and money I’ve had.
Business Banking Nightmare
Finances, Saving Money, Small Business
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Dec 092009
Where should I begin with my business banking nightmare at Chase?! I just cried over them I was so frustrated and violated! After fees on my business checking that made no sense (for inactivity – nowhere in their documentation does it state this as a concern), I closed the account, moving funds to the savings until I could transfer to another institution.
Be Proactive
Finding balance, How to find balance, Personal Growth
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Dec 022009
Stephen Covey is one of my favorite authors, and his book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” is a classic that everyone should read. It made a significant impact on me and I aspire to practice these habits.
Meditation Techniques
Alternative Medicine, How to find balance, Meditation, Self-Care
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Dec 012009
Many of us know the effectiveness of meditation for many aspects of our lives. Some benefits include more energy, a calmer mind. What some may not know is that meditation increases levels of melatonin. This hormone helps our immune system and also promotes restful sleep, slows aging and cell damage, and even inhibits cancer cells.
Thanksgiving Thoughts
Attitude, Finding Meaning
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Nov 252009
I wish you all a happy Thanksgiving and hope that you are able to find much in your life to be grateful for and watch it multiply.
Tree-Trimming
Gardening, Recycling, Simplicity
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Nov 192009
Trimming trees is not something I would think about, as much as I like to garden and do yard work. Although I bought this home partly for the two big majestic trees in the back and have enjoyed watching the antics of my resident squirrels and then my cat in the trees, I didn’t notice some of their issues, which required a trim.