July 31, 2008
Outerbank Rentals -- check 281A and 281B
I'd like to spend a week in the Outer Banks -- the rooms mentioned are on the sound side but there's a long wharf. Might be a good option.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Ponderings for Me: Sit There, Do Nothing
July 31, 2008
Team Builders Plus: Sit There, Do Nothing…Are You Kidding?
A great article about sitting and meditating -- and how hard that is to do when you're stressed. Mostly work related but still applicable.
Team Builders Plus: Sit There, Do Nothing…Are You Kidding?
A great article about sitting and meditating -- and how hard that is to do when you're stressed. Mostly work related but still applicable.
Ponderings for Me: If Only...
July 31, 2008
If Only... (a wish list for busy Moms)
From MOPS -- very funny! (And mostly too true)
If Only…
By Linda Vujnov
Bread crust was moist and delicious.
Clothing had no sizing so you bought what fit.
Hamburger Helper tasted great three days in a row.
Ice cream sandwiches counted as a complete breakfast.
Beds made themselves.
BOZ made house calls.
Oprah aired at 1:00. 3:00, 5:00 and 7:00…in the morning!
Hotels offered free get-away weekends for couples with preschoolers.
Coffee came in one gallon jugs.
The washing machine could carefully separate dark clothes from the whites and complete six loads of laundry in one cycle.
Men could complete 18 holes of golf in thirty minutes.
Varicose veins were in style.
Your best friend lived across the street.
The Emergency room had punch cards. After five visits, the sixth one was free.
Your neighbor had three teenage girls who loved babysitting free of charge.
The plastic vacuum cleaner you daughter loves to play with actually worked.
Your cat could clean the kids too.
Hosing down the inside of your car resulted in no interior damage.
Everyone’s advice truly worked.
Pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, musical chairs, cake and punch were a hit for an eleven year old birthday party.
Photos joyfully put themselves in books and wrote catchy captions to ago along with each picture.
Easy Bake ovens could make Tex Mex casserole for six.
Two cars really could fit into a garage along with everything else.
School started at 10:00 a.m.
Cupcakes came with more frosting than cake.
Every backyard came equipped with a rollercoaster, dancing pink unicorns and a water park with a full-time lifeguard.
Date night was more than dinner at the local drive-thru and a gift purchase for your niece’s birthday.
When women said, “I don’t want anything for my birthday” men understood that they really meant, “Surprise me with something creative and personal that I’ll love!”
If Only... (a wish list for busy Moms)
From MOPS -- very funny! (And mostly too true)
If Only…
By Linda Vujnov
Bread crust was moist and delicious.
Clothing had no sizing so you bought what fit.
Hamburger Helper tasted great three days in a row.
Ice cream sandwiches counted as a complete breakfast.
Beds made themselves.
BOZ made house calls.
Oprah aired at 1:00. 3:00, 5:00 and 7:00…in the morning!
Hotels offered free get-away weekends for couples with preschoolers.
Coffee came in one gallon jugs.
The washing machine could carefully separate dark clothes from the whites and complete six loads of laundry in one cycle.
Men could complete 18 holes of golf in thirty minutes.
Varicose veins were in style.
Your best friend lived across the street.
The Emergency room had punch cards. After five visits, the sixth one was free.
Your neighbor had three teenage girls who loved babysitting free of charge.
The plastic vacuum cleaner you daughter loves to play with actually worked.
Your cat could clean the kids too.
Hosing down the inside of your car resulted in no interior damage.
Everyone’s advice truly worked.
Pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, musical chairs, cake and punch were a hit for an eleven year old birthday party.
Photos joyfully put themselves in books and wrote catchy captions to ago along with each picture.
Easy Bake ovens could make Tex Mex casserole for six.
Two cars really could fit into a garage along with everything else.
School started at 10:00 a.m.
Cupcakes came with more frosting than cake.
Every backyard came equipped with a rollercoaster, dancing pink unicorns and a water park with a full-time lifeguard.
Date night was more than dinner at the local drive-thru and a gift purchase for your niece’s birthday.
When women said, “I don’t want anything for my birthday” men understood that they really meant, “Surprise me with something creative and personal that I’ll love!”
Highschool: HomeScholar
July 31, 2008: HomeScholar -- highschool topics
Her website has a lot of great info about homeschooling highschool -- this needs more time as well. Especially read:
Her website has a lot of great info about homeschooling highschool -- this needs more time as well. Especially read:
Ponderings for Me: SimpleMom blog
July 31: 2008
simple mom: Enliven Everyday Life with an Inspiration Board
(I love her blog -- lots of great stuff! -- I really need to spend more time on her organizational lists and information)
simple mom: Enliven Everyday Life with an Inspiration Board
(I love her blog -- lots of great stuff! -- I really need to spend more time on her organizational lists and information)
Science: Wildlife University
8/3/2008 Wildlife University
Look at this option for Bj for the fall -- free 30 minute online classes to do a series on endangered wildlife, etc. Of course, there is some bias but worth talking about!
http://www.nwf.org/wildlifeuniversity/catalog.cfm?series=Endangered%20Species%20Series
Look at this option for Bj for the fall -- free 30 minute online classes to do a series on endangered wildlife, etc. Of course, there is some bias but worth talking about!
http://www.nwf.org/wildlifeuniversity/catalog.cfm?series=Endangered%20Species%20Series
Ponderings for Me: 20 Questions
8/3/2008 : Marc and Angel Hack Life: Practical Tips for Productive Learning
This blog has some great info that should be explored further but one of the best is the following list of 20 questions to ask each week.
http://www.marcandangel.com
(original can be found here)
This blog has some great info that should be explored further but one of the best is the following list of 20 questions to ask each week.
http://www.marcandangel.com
(original can be found here)
At the cusp of new beginnings many of us take time to reflect on our lives by looking back over the past and ahead into the future. We ponder the successes, failures and standout events that are slowly scripting our life’s story. This process of self reflection helps maintain a conscious awareness of where we’ve been and where we intend to go. It is pertinent to the organization and preservation of our dreams, goals and desires.
If you would like to maximize the benefits of self reflection, I have 20 questions for you. These questions should be reviewed every Sunday morning or sometime during the weekend when you have some quiet time to think. Remember, reflection is the key to progression.
- What did I learn last week? – If you have trouble answering this question, it’s time for a change. It doesn’t matter how old you are, you should learn something new every week.
- What was my greatest accomplishment over the past week? – Reflecting on your accomplishments is a healthy way to raise self confidence and contentment. It’s also an effective way to track your progress.
- Which moment from last week was the most memorable and why? – It may open up your mind to new passions and goals, or simple pastimes worth revisiting.
- What’s the #1 thing I need to accomplish this week? – Everything else is secondary, and should be treated as such. Nevertheless, this question will also shine light on other noteworthy tasks.
- What can I do right now to make the week less stressful? – Set reminders in your calendar, get your laundry done, fill the car with gas… organize yourself.
- What have I struggled with in the past that might also affect the upcoming week? – The idea here is to learn from your struggles and better equip yourself for future encounters.
- What was last week’s biggest time sink? – Steer clear of this in the future. Setup physical barriers against distractions if you have to.
- Am I carrying any excess baggage into the week that can be dropped? – Physical clutter, mental clutter… eliminate the unnecessary so the necessary may shine bright.
- What have I been avoiding that needs to get done? – Pencil in a time to get these things done. For any 2-minute or less tasks, consider scheduling them first thing Monday morning.
- What opportunities are still on the table? – If it’s still available and you want it, make a concrete plan to go after it this week.
- Is there anyone I’ve been meaning to talk to? – Regular communication can solve problems before they fester. Always keep an open line of communication to those around you.
- Is there anyone that deserves a big ‘Thank You’? – Take time each week to thank the people who have helped you. Your kind gesture will not go unnoticed.
- How can I help someone else this coming week? – The easiest way to get what you want is to help others get what they want. If you help them, they will remember you when you need help.
- What are my top 3 goals for the next 3 years? – You’ll never make any progress in life if you don’t setup realistic goals for yourself.
- Have any of my recent actions moved me closer to my goals? – If the answer is no, something needs to change.
- What’s the next step for each goal? – Knowing the next step is the key to accomplishing the whole.
- What am I looking forward to during the upcoming week? – The answer can act as a great source of motivation. If nothing exists, schedule something to look forward to.
- What are my fears? – Consciously address your fears each week and slowly work on resolving them. It’s all about taking baby steps.
- What am I most grateful for? – It’s a smart way to keep things in perspective, and something you should never lose sight of.
- If I knew I only had one week to live, who would I spend my time with? – Another helpful reminder… Life is short. Spend more time with the people you care about.
Take 30 minutes every Sunday and give yourself the gift of self reflection. It has worked wonders for me, and I am confident it will do the same for you.
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