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Sep29
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Kids parties are a lot of fun, but the preparation can be stressful. About.com offers some easy, in-expensive ideas for outdoor party games.
- Balloon Stomp. Charades with a twist. Write out charades ideas on small pieces of paper. Blow up balloons and place the pieces of paper inside. The kids have to pop by the balloon by stepping on it, sitting on it, etc., and then they act out the charade!
- Jump Rope Relay. Two teams set boundaries for the race. At the "go" signal, the first two players race to the goal and back, jumping rope. The next player goes, and so on, until the winning team is declared.
- Hot Potato. Use a bean bag or real potato. Players stand or sit in a circle and pass the "potato" around until the music stops. The person with the potato when the music stops has to leave the game, until only one person remains.
- Hula Hoop Contest. Whoever can go the longest without the hoop falling wins.
- Outdoor Scavenger Hunt. Print a list of items they need to find, first person to find them all wins.
- Water Balloon Toss. Players toss the balloon back and forth with their partner until there is only one team left with a non-busted balloon.
- Freeze Dance. Play some fun music, when the music stops everyone freezes. Any movement and you're out!
- Bingo. Use this to cool down, or win great prizes!
If you're organized and set when the kids get there, the party goes much smoother! Have fun with it.
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Sep29
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If you keep up with monthly maintenance of your laptop, it should last longer and help you be more productive. About.com offers these 5 tips for upkeep: Clean your hard drive. It's easy to accumulate a lot of unnecessary files...
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Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, I thought this article was very timely. About.com issued a "here's how" list for women to do BSE's. Make a regular date. Pre-menopausal women should set a time to examine their breasts a few...
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According to about.com, many of the external causes of aging skin are determined by the health and lifestyle decisions you make every day. Here are their 7 key factors that make you look older than your years: Cigarette Smoke. Research...
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For the Woman in Me (okay, so this is 10 things. Hey, we all need clothes, right? And an indulgence, well, in moderation. It's for a good cause!) Ford Cares grey tank and pink tee ($20 each; www.FordCares.com; 100% benefits...
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Then again, for the Hungry Part of Me, there are these goodies: Think Pink Truffles ($25, www.RedEnvelope.com; benefit Entertainment Industry Foundation's Women's Cancer Research Fund) Better Homes and Gardens Limited Edition Cookbook for Breast Cancer Awareness ($24, www.barnesandnoble.com) Pink M&Ms...
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With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, women's magazines everywhere are focusing on products reviews and suggestions for indulgences that will do you, and a cause, good. Here are the top 25 goodies I'm coveting or considering giving as gifts to...
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Sep28
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As many of us have experienced, the wait in an ER can be unbearable and most of us only make the visit if it's absolutely necessary. But if you do have to take a trip, here are some tips from...
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Sep26
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Rain can make even the most confident driver get nervous or anxious. If you are prepared and take it slow, you'll feel more secure. About.com offers these tips to help you stay safe. Allow more travel time. Make sure your...
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These are some recommendations for enhancing spiritual health and well-being from beliefnet.com. Pay attention to your breathing. Many cultures believe breath and spirit as the movement of spirit in the physical body. Minding your breath is a way of expanding consciousness beyond...
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Sep25
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While October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every month of the year is essential for those who are trying to defeat breast cancer. If you know an individual who has joined the fight against this killer, read on for more...
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Fall is my favorite time of year! It's time to bring out the sweatshirts and jeans, eat wonderful foods, smell wonderful smells, and what is more beautiful than taking a drive to see the leaves! About.com offers some great decorating...
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Sep22
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Do you know an extraordinary female entrepreneur who deserves some kudos for all she does? Consider nominating her for Woman of the Year! From Entrepreneur's October 2006 issue, here's the basics: OPEN from American Express and Entrepreneur magazine will honor...
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It's official! The October 2006 edition of Working Mother magazine features their 21st annual Working Mother 100 Best Companies winner list. Workerette.com would like to congratulate, and thank, all of the companies who have implemented programs and helped women create...
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While today's Workerettes may not be content to sit around and wait for Prince Charming to rescue us as the princesses in the old Disney movies are, most of us still have a little urge down deep to be swept...
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Where will you be this November? If you're looking for a good reason to travel during the 13th thru the 15th, you might consider attending the Women in Leadership Summit in Boston, MA. I received a packet from PINK Magazine...
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About.com has posted a very convenioent "top ten" list about the Jewish Holiday Rosh Hashana. Jewish New Year. This is the symbolic anniversary of the creation of the world. The words Rosh Hashana mean "Head of the Year." Jewish tradition...
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Sep21
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Numerous studies have shown that families sitting down to eat at least one meal together a day brings parents and children together in a way that eating on the go, while going our separate ways, just can't compare. However, with...
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The October 2006 issue of Glamour magazine arrived in my mailbox recently and in it was the feature listing the winners of the 49th annual Top 10 College Women Competition. These girls are just amazing, both in their bravery and...
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If you're anything like me, making time to exercise isn't always the first thing on your list. I've learned to carve out time in my week for yoga classes, wellll, most weeks. I've even hit the exercise bike and finally...
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This weekend marks the official beginning of fall, and in my area, some of the stores have been ready for Halloween for weeks and are already gearing up for the Christmas retail season! If you're the type who likes to...
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If you're planning a baby shower for a friend or co-worker, you might be trying to stay away from some of the traditional overly cute shower games per the guest of honor's request. Or you might be looking for some...
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Nubella says women comprise 75% of the illnesses linked to the ongoing E-coli outbreak in bagged spinach, primarily because they eat more of the leafy vegetable than men. Just over half of the people being sickened are between ages 20 and...
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Because of the current outbreak of E-coli from spinach, this article seemed to be very timely. Nubella.com offers these tips to avoid infection from food-borne bacteria: Washing raw produce thoroughly. Defrost meat in the refrigerator or microwave, never on the...
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Sep20
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As some of you already know, this Workerette is quite the magazine addict. I'm also dedicated to living as "green" as I can, which includes raising my daughter on as many organic or all-natural products as possible and using non-toxic...
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Think about all the surfaces, items, clothing, etc, that you touch within a two hour period. If you really think about it, it is kind of gross! Toilets, computers, sinks, doors, doorknobs, stair railings, grocery carts, car handles, phones; and...
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The Associated Press is reporting that thousands of bottles of Similac are being recalled today because they do not contain the proper amount of vitamin C. 100,000 32-ounce plastic bottles of Similac Alimentum Advance Formula, and 200,000 bottles of Similac...
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Sep19
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Housekeeping at about.com posted an article that offers some helpful hints that might provide the motivation you need to get out that mop! Invite someone over for dinner. Most people always clean when they know someone is coming over. Set...
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Sep14
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Alzheimer's Disease is something that touches the lives of most people in some way. If you yourself don't develop it, you will know someone who does have the disease. Beliefnet.com says over four million people in the US have AD,...
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Sep13
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I think this independent contractor position with The Math Worksheet Site will be of interest to those of you who are considering staying home with your family and still trying to bring in an income. If you have a good...
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My son will soon be four, and I remember when he was two, I was concerned because he wasn't talking that much. Boy, do I wish I had one of those days now. But according to about.com, this is actually...
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Sep12
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Once you deal with the arrangements, you are left with the emotional distress, and coping with your loss. Banfield, The Pet Hospital has some recommendations for the grieving process. Denial. No one wants to accept the loss, so we deny...
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For families with pets, losing their friends can be extremely difficult. Banfield, The Pet Hospital, offers some great advice and lets you know about the options that are there for you and your family. Euthanasia. Your pet's quality of life...
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Sep 8
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If you're a working mom who is employed by a small company that you just adore, you can nominate them for an award from Working Mother magazine. Working Mother is accepting nominations of small companies (those that have between 5...
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Sunday, September 10, 2006 is recognized as Grandparents Day in the US and Canada! About.com gives us some interesting trivia related to this day of honor: September was chosen because it symbolizes grandparents and other seniors are in the autumn...
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Beliefnet posted an informative article on some suggested spots to consider for retirement. Durham, North Carolina. You will live right in the center of cutting edge medical research and outstanding hospitals. They include Duke University Medical Center, Durham Regional Hospital,...
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Sep 7
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The official medical term is Gastroenteritis, according to Medicinenet.com. My son is just now getting over a bad case of this that he caught at pre-school. It lasted about a week, which is the longest he's ever had these symptoms. ...
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Sep 6
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Routine exercise is good for your health, but dirty equipment isn't. Nubella.com reminds us that cardio-machines, barbells, pools, spa's, mats, locker room floors and showers, etc, are all breeding grounds for infectious disease. The dreaded antibiotic resistant infection known as...
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If you're currently pregnant or trying to conceive, you've probably got a lot of questions and tons of concerns to address. Will you use cloth or disposable diapers? Breastfeed, bottle feed, or both? How will you handle child care when...
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Sep 5
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I just received a press release from DiversityBusiness announcing the opening of registration for their top women owned and small businesses, along with the dates for their 2007 Multicultural Business Conference. It sounded so interesting, I just had to pop...
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About.com has some good choices for your kids that offer hidden sources of calcium. Here's a list of non-dairy foods that are calcium fortified: Salmon Tofu Spinach White Beans Peas Almonds Sesame Seeds Baked beans Broccoli A lot of products are...
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