Idea Queen Tips & News

For the last few weeks, I’ve been stuck on the groups at Cafe Mom. Looking through all the groups, it’s amazing to see how many different diverse groups there really are. It’s also nice to see people with the same priorities as us moms with similar interests. Personally I feel like I’m now “allowed” to have my own personal interests aside from my normal mommy duties.

There’s two groups in particular that I’d like to share. One of them is actually mine, and the other I just like to poke around in. Before checking out these specific groups, be sure to first join CafeMom.com.

Help with Dreams & Dream Meanings

Since dreams are a personal interest of mine, I started this group. I have a pretty strong belief in the fact we are the only one who can fully understand and find the meaning in our dreams. However, just getting it out in the open sometimes can help us figuring it out a little more. This group is open to anyone just as long as all members and their dreams are respected. No religious affiliation is attached to this group.

Details on the group at:
http://www.cafemom.com/group/dreamjournals

Sewing Moms!

A fun group where moms can get advice and projects on sewing, plus show off their latest creations. I love this group, and have seen a LOT of great ideas and tips. (And you know how much we love ideas and tips!). For the sewing mamas, this is a must-see group!

Details on the group at:
http://www.cafemom.com/group/Sewingmamas

These are just two small groups at Cafe Mom, and there are MANY more to check out. I absolutely love this place, so really it’s worth signing up even if you aren’t interested in the two above. Do be sure to go join CafeMom.com right now!

Over the weekend I picked up an ebook I’ve been meaning to read for months. No time like the present, since my oldest boy is having some problems with allergies, ear aches, and the like.

I’m not one that rushes my kids to the doctors with the sign of any little cough, and we have all done fine for several years. In fact, the current problems with my oldest stem from his dad rushing him to the ER instead of heeding my advice on how to control his ear infections with garlic oil. But I digress….

I finally got a chance to read this ebook, and it was fantastic! It’s absolutely jammed pack full of information on how to cut out the medications and start taking control of your own health. It focuses more on preventative measures than cures, which to me is more important. I don’t want to just know how to get rid of the ailment, but rather prevent it from happening all together.

Now much of the information I already knew, but that’s only because I’ve studied natural health since my first child was born. I guess you could even say my interest started long before that even, because my mom has had a water distiller since the mid-90s. Either way, this ebook is for sure with a read.  Did I mention it was free?

You can pick up your free healthy living ebook at Eve’s Best.

I’m a big fan of handmade items (especially soaps) and other items made right here in the US and Canada. It was time to do some remodeling at another site (our first - Mom’s Market), and we decided it was time to put a focus on product reviews. Some were already on the site, and those will be slowly added back on. Other reviews will be brand new featuring products and services of special interest to moms. You’ll be seeing baby products, scrapbooking items, bath & beauty products, services, and much more.

Because of the new design and set up, you’ll be able to reply to each review giving your 2 cents on the product or service. Extra reviews are always good, right? No “start” system will be in place, but comments to the first review will be welcome. After all, we all tend to base our buying choices on what exactly is being said rather than how many stars it has.

If you have a product to submit, hang tight as we get everything set up again. It was a long and stressful move, but we’re getting there!

We love scrapbooking products. There are just so many different products, kits, and layouts you can use in a scrapbook, it may be hard to chose sometimes on just a handful of supplies.

Which is exactly why I love this blog - ScrappinWAHM’s Journal.  Get the details on the latest products and updates, as well as some very nice discounts on current products. Lauren also puts in her personal touch to the blog by giving you some fun games and other information for those in love with scrapbooking.

If you need scrapbooking ideas, this is a must see blog. Please drop by and say hello, but don’t forget to subscribe to the blog for updates!

Since I’m slowly falling in love with this blog, recommendations are in order. While I may be “super mom” juggling websites, blogs, PTO, and a slew of other child related activities, I am NOT a very good housekeeper. My house has a LOT to be desired. Alright I’ll just say it - it’s a PIT!

Which is why I’m SO glad to have found this blog.  Thou Shalt Clean is not only motivational, but gives you weekly challenges as well. We all need that kick in the rear sometimes, don’t we? Well I know I do anyway.

This week’s challenge just happens to be cleaning the livingroom/family room, which is what I need to tackle immediately.  Our “livingroom” has been a cross between that and a toy room, but more recently turned into part my son’s bedroom.  It’s still part playroom for both kids, but hopefully that will change soon. One step at a time! This week I’ll be focusing on just deep cleaning it, because it’s an absolute mess.

I’ll be following the challenges, and possibly even posting some pictures if I have some awesome “after”pictures to share. Who knows, I might even be inspired to finish painting the walls! For now though, do be sure to drop by this blog and subscribe. I DARE you to take the challenges too!