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All my work in the past prepared me for the "toughest job I'll ever love"- Mommy! So what do I do? I drown in laundry Marvel at how dishes & clutter can multiply- socks subtract. Repetitive tasks? Sweep several times a day. Find I'm folding laundry cleaning up the same books and toys so often&in the same place in some weird kind of deja vu. &in between I teachinspirelistenplay w/my little one. Thus the name of my blog-Math for Mommies: Add the number of times your child has lost his shoes made a mess brought home a stray bug as a pet surprised you delighted you while making you tear your hair out too! & of course subtract the # of good nights sleep you'll lose the er date nights you will no longer get &multiply by the things you'll forget & though it makes no sense: you've got mommy math. Really I'm not so great at things like math & the like yet I attract those who are-friends and exes - math/physics/computer geeks. Opposites attract&all that! What I really want is someone good w/words n all that- Artists, musicians&free thinkers-pls apply

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Ripples

I'm a woman who believes that we can all change the world; one blog, one kind word, one helping hand at a time. We can create ripples; producing new waves of strength and hope to our lives and the lives of those around us...

We don't have to be politicians, millionaires or those otherwise in more widely recognized positions of power - to be empowered and to empower others.

When we give of ourselves we nurture the spirit of giving in our world, planting a seed that inspires an effort in individuals to be more then we are; giving us an opportunity to think beyond ourselves and our own lives. It can start a stir in the World Wide WEB of connection we are all tangled up in.

When we have a boss, a mom, a partner who is negative, this can often bring out the same in us, conversely one kind word can set in motion a flow of such positive gifts that can have the power to override this "kick the dog system" and replace it with something that can effect someone else's day and in turn those around them...and if enough participate...the world.

Myself, I want my life and my career to embody this philosophy. I have dreamed of being a healer since I was a small child, where my sleeping hours would sometimes be filled with images of my hands holding an outpouring of white light.  I want to have my own practice where I combine massage that is more movement therapy, sensory integration, Hypnotherapy,breath therapy, and Morita Therapy (which, rather then talk therapy is about getting off your er padded um couch, and doing - whatever it is you want to and feel you can't). Sounds like a lot but each is complimentary of the other. 

A practice with a special mission; teach people how to Relax and include balance in their lives. This is also the subject of a book I will one day write and perhaps seminars I will have. . Many people think they know how to relax yet can't sleep, have high blood pressure, and stressful lives. They replace their body's natural ability with chemicals and pursuits that empty out their spirit. And others feel that there is no time to relax in their drive to succeed or put food on the table. I feel, and want to show, in my practice and my book, that the Art of Relaxation can help you stress less and profit more and in the process not alienate your family or never see them.

I think of it as Spiritual CPR - for everyone from Executives to Moms. The last perhaps is a primary target audience. What many in caregiving professions (moms, teachers, nurses) don't realize is that the airlines have it exactly right. You know when the personnel tell you that should the need arise, give yourself oxygen first and then your child. So true in the spiritual sense as well. What isn't mentioned is how oxygen - breathing and how you do it is conducive to relaxation, concentration and so much more, in order to have more of yourself to give to others, its important to take a few breaths on your own. 

So that you too, can be empowered to change lives, create waves, and provide a wind to stir up this world enough to make some positive change.

Special Random Tip: Want to indulge yourself  or give the gift of relaxation to someone else but don't have a lot of money to spend? Take yourself or a friend to an accredited Massage Therapy School. The students will just have finish a rigorous course of study learning the body from the cellular level up. Schooling meant to prepare them both for the intense licensing exam and their own practice. And to weed out those not serious or not meant for this path.

Massage therapy not your thing? Try an Aveda School for some beautiful natural hair colouring and style. No harsh chemicals. Ask about other treatments as well. I've had my a luxurious facial which included a very healing massage.  The price, like that of massage schools is lower - and if you use their exercise equipment to power their electricity - you get even more of a discount. That way, you can take care of both your exercise and your pampering for the day.

 

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Win a Step 2 Lifestyle Party-Time Kitchen Giveaway

Ready for Christmas - got your list?  Did you remember to add one of Step 2's awesome kitchens - which has something for everyone...from the ease of putting it together for the parents to the hours of fun for the kids! 

Want to win one for yourself and your kid(s)?  Check out this review and giveaway: http://lizzydearslife.net/2009/11/step-2-lifestyle-party-time-kitchen-giveaway.html/comment-page-7#comment-20471


Good luck!

Win a Step 2 Grand Lifestyle Kitchen! Review and Giveaway @ Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House

How would you like to win a toy that will be welcomed by both you and your kids?  You will appreciate how sturdy and well made it is - and the relative ease of putting it together.  Both you and your kids will enjoy the hours of play they get out of it!

Its colors are gender neutral so if your son is a budding chef - like mine - he'll love this!  Not only is it easy to put together, but comes with all the bells and whistles as well, including microwave and phone which make neat noises  and lots of accessories!

So if you're looking for a great Christmas gift that won't be discarded a few days after opening - I recommend this!  A great toy that encourages kids to play together (heck you might even want to join in the fun!) as well exercising as their imaginations.  Two kids can play inside this kitchen and even more participate outside  - with a great counters  for serving food.  What great pretend games are born of these kitchens! 

Check it out here: http://www.step2.com/product.cfm?product_id=1218

If you'd like to win this ULTIMATE kitchen go here:  http://www.twoofakindworkingonafullhouse.com/2009/10/step-2-lifestyle-grand-walk-in-kitchen.html

Good luck and have a fortuitous day!

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Little Tykes Giveaway

Mother-2-Mother is having a great toy giveaway sponsored by AllChildrensFurniture.com, who carries everything from kids chairs to toys. Give away ends November 1!

Win a Step2 Lifestyle Deluxe Kitchen!

How would you like to win a toy that will be welcomed by both you and your kids?  You will appreciate how sturdy and well made it is - and the relative ease of putting it together.  Both you and your kids will enjoy the hours of play they get out of it! 

So if you're looking for a great Christmas gift that won't be discarded a few days after opening - I recommend this!  A great toy that encourages kids to play together (heck you might even want to join in the fun!) as well as their imaginations.  What great pretend games are born of these kitchens! 

Check it out here: http://www.step2.com/product.cfm?product_id=1218

Enter for your chance to win here:  http://mommymandy.com/step2-lifestyle-deluxe-kitchen-giveaway/

Good luck - and remember - you can't win if you don't PLAY. 

Sunday, October 25, 2009

LeapFrog Introduces Zippity

Love toys that combine activity (burning energy!), fun and learning?  Leap frogs new Zippity does just that! 

You can buy one here:   http://www.leapfrog.com/en/families/zippity/learning_systems/zippity.html

Or enter for a chance to win here: http://www.ourordinarylife.com/2009/10/leapfrog-introduces-zippity/

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Win free childcare for a year!

We all want to do what's best for our family. Sometimes we need to work to provide the most for our kids.  If you're like me though - you can't afford to work (besides that its something my husband vetoes)  The rising costs of childcare and on top of that taxes, clothes for work, transportation and more can either exheed your paycheck or leave you working for a pittance after all is said and done -everything paid for.    Yet I really want to contribute more - pay down some bills and school loans and give my little snoogs the social opportuniies and structured learning that a daycare/preschool can better provide.  

I do have a choice here, I can go with a very cheap, bare bones operation but stories of kidnappings and all kinds of abuse abound - and Albuquerque is full of sexual offenders - you can find out if your neighborhood in your state is here: http://www.familywatchdog.us/ you can also just look up criminals on other sites.  There also seem to be alot of kidnapping stories for NM as well. And that's just the ones caught.  Then there's the long process of finding someone with experience.

Are you in the same boat - would you want to find a site that offers background checks, references, picture profiles and more all on one site?  What if that same site were hosting a giveaway for one full year of childcare for a year  woundn't you want to find out more about it?  Well there is such a site and I highly recommend it - just go to care.com to find out more. Again they're giving away $12,445--the cost of a year of child care for the average American family.  But hurry! There's only a few days left!

All parents have to do to win the $12,445 prize is to visit Care.com before Oct. 9th and sign up for a free Basic Membership or subscribe for a full Premium Membership. Or if they're already a Care.com member, they can register through their homepage.