Surprise!

Hi Mom:
Let’s be honest, life is full of surprises and sometimes those surprises can cause us to lose our temper.  Think of your day – bumper to bumper traffic, bosses, bullies.  Everything isn’t perfect and real people have real emotions.  But if we want to survive and enjoy life, we must find ways to handle negative emotions.  Take a walk, count to 100, eat chocolate. If it’s a more serious issue, talk to your Pastor, a Counselor or a close friend.  Find ways to get back to a peaceful place.

Building our Village One Mom @ a Time!

Green Christmas

Hi Moms:

I’m not ashamed to say I’m a Thrift Store Queen.  And because I’ve developed such a thrifty persona, my family, my home and my pocketbook have benefited.  Today’s Thrift Stores aren’t your Mama’s Thrift Stores. You’ll see the latest fashions and housewares you’d find at any regular Department Store; usually at more than half the price. Also, by shopping at your local Thrift Store, you are contributing to local charitable organizations and not contributing to your local landfill.  You may even find some unique gems you won’t see anywhere else.  A local shopper in my community recently found an original Picasso in a Thrift Store; can you believe that!  So look for some of your Christmas gifts in your local Thrift Store.   You never know what you may find.

Building Our Village One Mom @ a Time!

Your Community Needs You

Hi Moms:

Are you holding onto talents and skills that others can use?  Could you teach a child how to sew or could you help design a garden that would benefit your community?  Instead of watching the next segment of the Real Housewives of ..., find a way to make a difference where you live. Many schools, parent groups and recreation centers would love to get help from Moms just like you.  Share your ideas.  People need you.

Building our Village One Mom @ at Time!