Monthly Archives: September 2010

Character Development and Free Printable Worksheets

Posted on September 29, 2010 by carrie

I told Sadie, 5, that I was working on a curriculum for character development for our homeschool. She said: “I want my character to be Dora!” “No sweetie I don’t mean a cartoon character. Character development means the kind of … Continue reading →

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Potty Training Question

Posted on September 26, 2010 by carrie

A reader emailed me with the following question: “Hi, I read your article, ‘How To Potty Train a Toddler In Two Days‘ and I fell in love with your advice. I have a two year old, and it is time to … Continue reading →

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How To Have Natural Childbirth

Posted on September 23, 2010 by carrie

The other day a young friend of mine, who is pregnant with her first child, posted something about her desire to have a natural childbirth on her Facebook page. Uh-oh. You know what really upsets me? When a woman states … Continue reading →

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You Might Be The Baby In a Large Family

Posted on September 22, 2010 by carrie

photo credit: Valocity Studios (By the way, this isn’t my family. This is just a nice looking family I found by searching stock photos.) You Might Be The Baby In a Large Family If… If your wardrobe is monstrously huge … Continue reading →

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TTT: 10 Ways to Earn Amazon Commissions with Your Blog

Posted on September 7, 2010 by carrie

Amazon is one of the largest online retailers and while their affiliate program doesn’t pay the highest commissions, it’s easy to use and their offerings are vast. Even if you’re not a full time affiliate marketer, you can make money … Continue reading →

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Ennui

Posted on September 2, 2010 by carrie

ennui [ahn-wee] — n a feeling of listlessness and general dissatisfaction resulting from lack of activity or excitement. I am so bored. Maybe even a teensy bit depressed. But not sad really, just … blah. I have no motivation. I … Continue reading →

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Sadie

Posted on September 1, 2010 by carrie

5 years ago today my Sadie was born. Hers was my easiest birth. Quick too. (The midwife almost didn’t make it.) She is spunk personified. She has more personality in her pinky finger than most people have in their whole … Continue reading →

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