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Mystic Gemstones

February 28th 2007 23:45

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Keep your eye open for yours, and if I've missed it, just give me some time and I'll do one for you.

Rose Ruby

Light Emerald

Peridot or Topaz?

Dark blue Sapphire

Misty Blue ?

Sorry I haven't managed an amethyst yet, it will come soon and I know I can do Aquamarine

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Because it is of concern to so many families and because mums in general feel overly stressed I am putting on this discussion.

There are some hints here that can be of assistance to stay at home mums, who often feel demeaned in the eyes of others, whereas I think they have the most important job in the world but there is also a lot of information for working mums, who come in a variety of packages.

Let us hope some benefit from Sabrina's writing.

by Sabrina O'Malone
"So who watches your kids while you work outside the home?" a friend asked. Other conversations came to a grinding halt as the question hovered in the air. All eyes turned to me with expectation.
My mind raced, silently praying I'd find the right response: "I thank God we have wonderful child care. Even though my kids are in good hands, knowing they're always in God's hands is a tremendous comfort. I recognize I'm blessed to be entrusted with both a family and a great job."
Do you know and love someone who has been in a similar situation? You probably do, because 71 percent of American families have a mom in the paid workforce.
With more than two-thirds of today's mothers juggling full-time motherhood and a full-time job, the need for godly mentors is critical. According to the Bible, older women are exhorted to train younger women. Therefore, I humbly accept what can no longer be denied: I'm officially one of those older women. My credentials?
• I've done it all. Blue collar, white collar, home and hearth, from cashier to fast-food cook. I've pumped gas, cleaned rat cages (long story), worked retail, been a telemarketer, worked the family farm and spent a dozen years in pharmaceutical sales.
• I'm an online missionary for moms.
• I'm a mother of three (soon to be four) small children and busy at home.
• I've loved my husband, Dan, my entire adult life.
This article is an invitation for every mother to spend some time under a mentor's wings. For the overworked, overstressed, minivan mom, here are seven secrets to success.
Find prayer partners.
Ask several godly women to pray for you about specifi c situations or struggles. These relationships will draw you closer to the Lord and provide God-given mentors.
Eliminate the extraneous.
Overcommitted with soccer practices, piano lessons, ballet, cheerleading, etc.? Or is the TV on the minute your your family walks in the door? Scale back — way back — and schedule more downtime for your family.
Delegate.
Superwoman does not exist! Your kids should be required to do regular, unpaid work around the house as preparation for adulthood. Plus it eases Mom's workload!
Multitask.
Warning! Implement the first three secrets into your routine first, then multitasking will exponentially increase productivity.
Plan well.
Set up child-care plans A, B, C and D. Plan A is a usual school or workday. Plan B is your list of trusted people you call for last-minute child care when needed. Plans C and D are preset plans in the event that the usual routine cannot occur.
Set priorities.
Establish non-negotiables. What are the things you simply cannot compromise? These are the most important things in your life. Prayerfully make plans in light of them and keep the main thing — well, the main thing. Prayerfully ascertain God's will for your life, and always keep in mind the best interest of your family.
Replenish.
The fourth commandment includes a day of rest every week. You'll accomplish more in six days when you are sharp and focused than you will in seven when you are dog-tired and sluggish. Make Sabbath rest a reality, and prepare for it the day before.
Lastly, some encouragement for mothers: The Lord provides for some to serve Him in the home exclusively. Others serve both at home and at a job. God uses His followers in many places. Therefore, each of us must get our marching orders from Him. You'll never achieve your true calling by playing copycat with your neighbor.
For the mothers who are blessed to be at home full-time, and for the mothers who are blessed with a job in the paid workforce, remember to put "Mommy Wars" aside. They shouldn't exist in Christ's body. "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men" (Colossians 3:23).
Read Encouragement for the Working Mother
Sabrina O'Malone, president of WorkingMom, is the author of Moms on the Job: 7 Secrets for Success at Home and Work.

Those of you who do not follow any religious values should not be deterred by this article. Just simply ignore those advices or substitute ideas that are relevant to you.

Just one suggestion, you might like to substitute meditation, relaxation

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Does lack of organization reduce your productivity?

February 28th 2007 06:19

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For those who have trouble organizing paper and information the following advice from a friendly blogger may prove of assistance.

[Mistakes that sabotage your productivity.

1. Not knowing the difference between “Action” & “Reference”

This concept is very important for beginning to get through your piles. You need to separate out paper and information that requires action from information that simply needs to be kept for possible future needs.

2. Not having a standard contact management system

Do you have a combination of scraps of paper, rubber-banded stacks of business cards, your e-mail address book, and a paper address book? Decide on one system and put everything in one place.

3. Equipment and supplies making it difficult to file

Many people have poor quality filing cabinets that create barriers to effective and timely filing of your paperwork. We often see drawers that stick or don’t work correctly, making you just not want to open the drawer at all. Purchasing quality filing supplies is also important. We often see cheap hanging folders coming apart, causing the metal piece to fall out (and your papers too).

4. Not dealing with paper and information on a regular basis

What is your tolerance for doing dishes? Do you let your sink pile up until it feels overwhelming? Probably not… most people do their dishes daily. We teach people that their inbox or mail basket is just like their kitchen sink! The mail is just going to keep coming, and letting it stack up is just going to make it feel worse.

5. Not having a secure home for your passwords

It’s important to keep your passwords secure and change them often, but if you don’t have a system for tracking them, it’s very easy to forget the information. There are many password-keeper software programs on the market that are secure, encrypted, and require only one master password to unlock all of your other information. Our favorites are SplashID (for PDA users), Password Agent, and Password Depot.

Remember, it’s crucial for someone else to know this information if you were to get hit by the proverbial bus. Tell someone you trust how to find your information.

6. Keeping too much for too long

Probably the most frequently-asked question we hear is about how long to keep papers. In general, tax supporting documents like bank statements can be shredded after seven years, according to most experts. But it’s advisable to save the tax return itself indefinitely, and investment and real estate documents may need to be kept forever as well. You need to check with your attorney or accountant to be completely certain about your unique situation.

7. Not backing up your computer

We are always shocked at how many people do not back up their data. The question is not if your hard drive will fail, it’s when! Are you prepared? A good backup system should be:

* Secure- reliable and safe from hackers and prying eyes
* Automated- so you won’t procrastinate or forget
* Remote- in case of fire or disaster

We usually recommend www.backuphelp.com or www.ibackup.com. These reasonably-priced services have saved the neck of more than one of our clients!

Lorie Marrero is a Professional Organizer and creator of The Clutter Diet, an innovative, affordable online program for home organization. Lorie’s site helps members lose “Clutter-Pounds” from their home by providing online access to her team of organizers. Lorie writes something useful, funny, interesting, and/or insanely practical every few days or so in the Clutter Diet Blog

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More Fun and why not?

February 27th 2007 05:16

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I don't know about you but I like to have fun when I blog, life is too short not to

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Stretching the imagination and having fun

February 27th 2007 02:49

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Just to stretch the mind and have some fun with the imagination

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Brain Puzzler

February 26th 2007 11:43

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Paul Cezanne and his art

February 26th 2007 08:49

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Paul Cezanne (1839 -1906) was the son of a wealthy banker and grew up with Emile Zola: his early artistic genius did not impress his father but Paul was sent to Art School in Paris meeting that esteemed circle of artists such as Manet, Degas, Monet and Renoir

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The Art of Studying

February 26th 2007 03:33

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What is Art? - Cubism - and the Art of Pablo Picasso

February 25th 2007 05:13

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Just for a laugh I've included here some art shown in a Gallery exhibition. It is not done with a paintbrush, so, of course, it can't possibly be art. Would someone please inform the gallery

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Perspectives, Dance and Song

February 25th 2007 03:11

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Let me out - I'm innocent - it's just my voice I want you to hear

February 24th 2007 09:09

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Do you believe in giving an opinion based on a very brief account of information relating to the jailing of a man, which started off, jailed for speaking out about Muslims and ended up jailed for criticising the Egyptian Government, in particular the Prime Minister

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Geometrics

February 23rd 2007 12:42

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In the blue one watch for the pyramids that come and go; when you find them they'll stay for a while and then, while you're watching they'll suddenly be gone

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There's a Rainbow Round my Shoulder

February 23rd 2007 04:01

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Is Variety the Spice of Life?

February 22nd 2007 12:29

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Are you able to answer this question for me

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Changing Moods with Digital Art

February 22nd 2007 04:00

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I guess you may need to spend a little time to look at and tune into these images, let your eyes be led and stop to evaluate, notice variations as you go and the perspectives that change what you see and how you feel

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When the dog bites, when the bee stings...

February 21st 2007 09:46

When the dog bites, when the bee stings,
when I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favorite things

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A little quiet reflection

February 21st 2007 06:21

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Better than brown paper packages tied up with strings, my favourite things

February 20th 2007 11:40

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The Hills are alive with the Sound of Music

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Remembering my favourite things - and then I won't feel so bad.

February 20th 2007 09:01

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The colours of Pisces

February 19th 2007 09:57

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The Sewing Circle - Tapestry

February 19th 2007 05:36

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A change of pace, a change of tune, a change in perspective

February 18th 2007 10:49

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Dramatically Different Diversions

February 18th 2007 04:21

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After jazzing up the Opera House I thought I'd better take it quietly and go back to the serious business of earning some cents, sooner or later, of course

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