The Preschoolers Community Group is losing sleep. Their three-foot tall, two-footed, adorable alarm clocks are popping out of bed at the crack of dawn, or earlier. I feel their pain. When my son was 3, he woke up promptly at 6:03 every morning as if he had a job to head off to. By noon, he was cranky and spent which doesn’t work well since preschool ends at one o’clock.
So how do you keep your 3-year-old in bed until a reasonable time? Here’s what worked for us. I bought a digital clock with extra large numbers. I covered the minutes with paper and tape, lots and lots of tape so he couldn’t take it off. I instructed my son that until he saw a 7, he had to go back to bed. If he had to use the restroom, he should go, but unless the clock said 7, he needed to return to bed. I told him he should try to close his eyes and go back to sleep, but if that didn’t work, he should grab a book from his shelf and quietly read. When he saw a 7, he could get up and come knock on our door.
This tip has also been known to work for kids who don’t yet know numbers but who can match objects that look alike. Just draw a 7 on the paper used to cover the minutes and explain to the child that when the numbers match, he can get up for the day.
My son is 4 now and knows about the hours and minutes on a clock, so I’ve since removed the paper. But there’s more to the story; recently, we lost power during a thunderstorm and the clock in my son’s room was accidentally reset 15 minutes behind the actual time. The first morning, I didn’t notice, but the second morning my son knocked on our door promptly at 7:15 brought a sly smile to my face. Those extra 15 minutes are blissful. I’ll reset his clock to the right time….someday….
What are your tips for helping your preschooler get a full night’s sleep?
Photo: snowbear \ MorgueFile
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
The secret to unlocking creativity & joy: Do something!
Two weeks ago a bright yellow little book titled The Book of Doing: everyday activities to unlock your creativity and joy was delivered to my doorstep.
As its title implies, it's a book about rolling up your sleeves and tackling small creative projects -- with lots of bite-sized ideas to inspire you to take action.
As I quickly flipped through the pages, I couldn't help but be drawn in by the gorgeous illustrations (no org-porn photos to "inspire" and simultaneously paralyze, yippee!). The author's tone was smart and friendly; reading the project ideas kind of made me feel like I was sharing a few daydreams over a cup of coffee with a good girlfriend.
And the author's personal journey gave me even more reason to love what was there.
By day, she's the Publisher of Advertising Age.
Like so many of my good friends, she had a vague sense that something was missing as she approached her 40th birthday. While happy in her career, her creative side was languishing.
She wondered if she should quit her job to try to find her passion.
In the end, she found that simply doing things, small projects, like baking cupcakes with her daughter, unlocked the joy and the childlike sense of wonder that had been missing from her everyday, spent mostly in meetings and in Power Point. As she looked at her life as a whole, she realized it, too, was an arts-and-crafts project -- only as colorful, interesting and exciting as she made it.
So she starting doing more.
And the joy she found in doing spilled over into every area of her life. And led to her write the book, which is now inspiring others to do the same.
I won't lie - I've had more than my fair share of "what am I DOING with my life?" existential crises over the past two years (I turned 40 in 2012). So I decided to put some of her ideas to the test to see if they'd help clear some cobwebs from my own mind.
There were so many projects to choose from.
In the end, I found I couldn't stop at just one. Here's what I've been up to these past two weeks:
Honestly - I, too, felt the energized and a surge of joy from simply doing. I highly recommend it!
Have you ever felt like something was missing - stuck in a rut? Do you think a creative, hands-on project could help you snap out of your funk? If you have a go-to project, I'd LOVE to hear it.
As its title implies, it's a book about rolling up your sleeves and tackling small creative projects -- with lots of bite-sized ideas to inspire you to take action.
As I quickly flipped through the pages, I couldn't help but be drawn in by the gorgeous illustrations (no org-porn photos to "inspire" and simultaneously paralyze, yippee!). The author's tone was smart and friendly; reading the project ideas kind of made me feel like I was sharing a few daydreams over a cup of coffee with a good girlfriend.
And the author's personal journey gave me even more reason to love what was there.
By day, she's the Publisher of Advertising Age.
Like so many of my good friends, she had a vague sense that something was missing as she approached her 40th birthday. While happy in her career, her creative side was languishing.
She wondered if she should quit her job to try to find her passion.
In the end, she found that simply doing things, small projects, like baking cupcakes with her daughter, unlocked the joy and the childlike sense of wonder that had been missing from her everyday, spent mostly in meetings and in Power Point. As she looked at her life as a whole, she realized it, too, was an arts-and-crafts project -- only as colorful, interesting and exciting as she made it.
So she starting doing more.
And the joy she found in doing spilled over into every area of her life. And led to her write the book, which is now inspiring others to do the same.
I won't lie - I've had more than my fair share of "what am I DOING with my life?" existential crises over the past two years (I turned 40 in 2012). So I decided to put some of her ideas to the test to see if they'd help clear some cobwebs from my own mind.
There were so many projects to choose from.
In the end, I found I couldn't stop at just one. Here's what I've been up to these past two weeks:
Honestly - I, too, felt the energized and a surge of joy from simply doing. I highly recommend it!
Have you ever felt like something was missing - stuck in a rut? Do you think a creative, hands-on project could help you snap out of your funk? If you have a go-to project, I'd LOVE to hear it.
Working moms laugh and smile more than SAHMs
In her guest column, titled The Triumph of the Working Mother, Stephanie Coontz lays out what she sees as clear evidence that working mothers are less depressed and angry, more inclined to smile and laugh, or at least remember smiling and laughing, than those moms who stay at home with their children.
The very fact that an article claiming working moms are less depressed and angry than moms who stay at home has the word "triumph" in the title, is more than a little unsettling to me.
What, if it is true, is so triumphant about the thought of millions of depressed and angry stay-at-home mothers?
Obviously the well-being of mothers is worth talking about. Whether moms work or not, the topic of mama rage, anti depressants, and moms self-medicating with wine comes up an awful lot on mom forums. As a mom who's resorted to Prozac more than once, I am personally curious about what's driving this perpetual unease and how it relates to stress and motherhood.
I would also love to know if the well-being of fathers is being so closely scrutinized and if, with the everpresent shifting of the tides, it ever will.
Lastly, if it's true that all these moms are so miserable at home, how can we better support them? How can we better support all mothers? That to me is just as important as making sure moms who work are seeing improved family leave policies.
Do you believe working moms are "happier" than SAHMs? If so, do you have any insight as to why that might be? Is it as simple as getting respect, and external reward, for your time and energy?
"In a 2012 Gallup poll, stay-at-home mothers in low-income families were less likely than employed moms at the same income level to report that they had smiled, laughed, or enjoyed themselves “yesterday.”Coontz bolsters this theory of increased well being for working moms with plenty of definitive-sounding statements, including:
"At all income levels, stay-at-home mothers report more sadness, anger, and episodes of diagnosed depression than their employed counterparts."
"Employed moms spend fewer hours per week with their children than stay-at-home mothers, but they spend more time with their children than homemakers did in 1965!"
"A recent multiyear study by the sociologists Adrianne Frech and Sarah Damaske found that women who worked full time following the birth of their first child had better mental and physical health at age 40 than women who had not worked for pay."No links are provided to the sources of these claims, and I, for one, am not about to start digging up and analyzing data from over 50 years of studies. Because, aside from agreeing that working mothers should not, after all this time, still be seeking validation for their "choices," I don't quite understand why we need to be comparing them, by going head to head with stay-at-home-moms, in a competition of who enjoys themselves more, in order to get them the support they need.
The very fact that an article claiming working moms are less depressed and angry than moms who stay at home has the word "triumph" in the title, is more than a little unsettling to me.
What, if it is true, is so triumphant about the thought of millions of depressed and angry stay-at-home mothers?
Obviously the well-being of mothers is worth talking about. Whether moms work or not, the topic of mama rage, anti depressants, and moms self-medicating with wine comes up an awful lot on mom forums. As a mom who's resorted to Prozac more than once, I am personally curious about what's driving this perpetual unease and how it relates to stress and motherhood.
I would also love to know if the well-being of fathers is being so closely scrutinized and if, with the everpresent shifting of the tides, it ever will.
Lastly, if it's true that all these moms are so miserable at home, how can we better support them? How can we better support all mothers? That to me is just as important as making sure moms who work are seeing improved family leave policies.
Do you believe working moms are "happier" than SAHMs? If so, do you have any insight as to why that might be? Is it as simple as getting respect, and external reward, for your time and energy?
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Best Kid's Riding Toys at best prices
Here we have showing a best collection of Kid's Riding Toys.
Age Limit: 9 months +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/infant-toys/chicco-penguin-activity-walker/
Age Limit: 9 months
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/infant-toys/chicco-ergo-baby-jogging/
Age limit: 2yrs- 5yrs.
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/outdoor-games/fisher-price-gwm-skates/
Age limit: 2yrs- 5yrs.
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/outdoor-games/fisher-price-gwm-inline-skates-barbie/
Chicco Penguin Activity Walker
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| Chicco Penguin Activity Walker |
Product description
A cute penguin that helps
babies to stand up and take their first steps in complete safety and
accompanied by music. When the child grasps the handle and starts to
walk, the toy starts playing a cheerful tune which then stops as soon as
the child stops. This encourages them to keep walking. It is an
activity center, to stimulate imagination and help refine the movements
with lots of fun toys, lights and sound effects. When baby walks, it
plays a tune. When it stops, baby plays.
Age Limit: 9 months +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/infant-toys/chicco-penguin-activity-walker/
Chicco Ergo Baby Jogging
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| Chicco Ergo Baby Jogging |
Product description
Baby Jogging helps the child
to take its first steps safely. Thanks to the ergonomic adjustment
system, the toy offers 6 different positions to adapt to children’s
different physiques, always allowing a natural and correct posture.
Every step taken by the child is accompanied by flashing lights and fun
melodies. Depending on the speed of walking, the lights come on
progressively and the rhythm of the melody speeds up or slows down.
Requires: 2 x AA batteries (not included).
Age Limit: 9 months
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/infant-toys/chicco-ergo-baby-jogging/
Fisher Price-GWM Skates
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| Fisher Price-GWM Skates |
Product description
Quad-style 4-wheel roller
skates make learning to skate as easy as 1, 2, 3! Wheels lock for Stage
1, so beginners can skate-walk on wheels that don't roll. As
confidence, ability and balance increase, advance to Stage 2, where a
quick and easy adjustment allows the wheels to roll forward, but not
back. Then it is on to Stage 3 for freewheeling fun, forward and back.
Size adjustable to fit child shoe sizes 6-12.
Age limit: 2yrs- 5yrs.
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/outdoor-games/fisher-price-gwm-skates/
Fisher Price-GWM Inline Skates-Barbie
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| Fisher Price-GWM Inline Skates-Barbie |
Product description
Learn to skate with inline
style! Start with Stage 1. beginners can walk in the skates with one
wheel locked. As confidence and ability increase, advance to Stage 2.
where the adjustment wheel rolls forward, but not back. Then it is on to
Stage 3. for freewheeling fun! Size-adjustable to fit child shoe sizes
6-12.
Age limit: 2yrs- 5yrs.
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/outdoor-games/fisher-price-gwm-inline-skates-barbie/
Monday, May 27, 2013
Top 5 Kid's Laptops - Wowkart
Here we have presenting top rated Kid's Laptop which is a new way to develop your child's skills. Browse a best collection of Kid's Laptop at effective prices from Wowkart.com.
Age Limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/funskool-mega-sketcher-classique/
Age Limit : 3 Yrs+
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/vtech-magic-wand-laptop/
The Princess Learning Laptop includes a key to open the laptop and secret drawer, QWERTY keyboard, heart cursor mouse, 10 number keys and an LCD screen. The VTech Disney Princess Magical Learning Laptop is a great way to develop core reading and counting skill.
Age Limit: 4 to 7 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/vtech-magical-learning-laptop/
Age Limit: 4 to 7 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/musical-toys/vtech-lightning-mcqueen-learn-go/
Age Limit: 3 to 6 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/musical-toys/vtech-lightning-mc-queen-laptop/
Funskool Mega Sketcher Classique
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| Funskool Mega Sketcher Classique |
Product description
Funskool Megasketcher
Classique (8547000) is the ideal first sketching board for your child.
The pictures can be magically erased with one sweep of a tiny little
lever on the side of the board. Funskool megasketcher classique pen
that comes with the set can be used to draw both thick and thin lines
with ease. Drawings come beautifully clear or crazy hazy, in direct
proportion to your budding artist talent.
Age Limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/funskool-mega-sketcher-classique/
VTech Magic Wand Laptop
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| VTech Magic Wand Laptop |
Product description
Learn letters, numbers, logic skills and music with the Princess Magic Wand Laptop. This carriage-shaped laptop allows your child to learn important preschool skills with Cinderella herself! Play the games using the cursor mouse or use the magic wand stylus pen.Age Limit : 3 Yrs+
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/vtech-magic-wand-laptop/
VTech Magical Learning Laptop
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| VTech Magical Learning Laptop |
Product description
VTech Disney Princess
Magical Learning Laptop: Play games and learn with Chinderella, Belle,
Snow White and Aurora, the laptop features 3 different modes of play,
'be a princess', 'princess explore' and 'princess activities'. In total
there are 18 different fun activities to play and enjoy which have been
designed to develop letter recognition, english, basic maths, logic,
memory and even manners. Use the included key to unlock and open the
laptop in order to discover the secret drawer hidden inside.
The Princess Learning Laptop includes a key to open the laptop and secret drawer, QWERTY keyboard, heart cursor mouse, 10 number keys and an LCD screen. The VTech Disney Princess Magical Learning Laptop is a great way to develop core reading and counting skill.
Age Limit: 4 to 7 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/electronic-learning/vtech-magical-learning-laptop/
VTech Lightning Mcqueen Learn & Go
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| VTech Lightning Mcqueen Learn & Go |
Product description
The Lightning McQueen Learn
& Go features two modes of play: vertical mode for racing games and
horizontal mode for learning games. Explore letters, numbers, counting
and logic in Learning Mode, and enjoy racing games in Racing Mode. Slide
down the keyboard and let’s join the adventure with Lightning McQueen
and his friends in 20 activities that are sure to help accelerate
learning! The Cars based sound effects and fun melodies add fun to the
experience.
Age Limit: 4 to 7 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/musical-toys/vtech-lightning-mcqueen-learn-go/
VTech Lightning Mc Queen Laptop
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| VTech Lightning Mc Queen Laptop |
Product description
Your preschooler will travel
the learning super highway with the Lightning McQueen Learning Laptop
from VTech. Shaped like the Lightning McQueen character, and featuring
the best-loved characters from Cars 2, this educational toy laptop will
take your child on a learning adventure featuring 30 activities that
teach letters, words, maths and logic. A QWERTY keyboard and tire-shaped
mouse add an additional element of fun and mimic a real grown-up
laptop.
Age Limit: 3 to 6 yrs
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/musical-toys/vtech-lightning-mc-queen-laptop/
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Allow Your Daughter’s Imagination to fly by gifting her with Barbie Doll House
Barbie dolls since its advent have become the most favourite toy of young little girls. Such is its fame that no other toy has till date been able to match its popularity. In fact, the manufacturing company have introduced an assortment of accessories to make your daughter’s playing session all the more exciting; one of those certainly being the Barbie Doll House.
Almost every little girl in this world would love to a have Barbie Doll house for their darling toy doll to live. In fact, these doll houses have given wings to their imagination and increased their creative zeal making their play session all the more interesting.Now, parents have yet another gift idea for their darling daughters as they can now choose from different types of doll houses available in the market as per their taste, style and budget.
The designs of these houses can range from historic to the contemporary ones. You can also get doll houses that are fully furnished and provided with different accessories and you can also find one without any furniture.
While purchasing a doll house without any furniture would allow you to customize the furniture as per your little ones choice, but may land you shelling out a lot more. However, if you purchase a fully furnished Barbie doll house, you may not be able tailor it as per your choice but would certainly make some genuine cost savings.
Finding the perfect dollhouse for your princess need not be overwhelming. All you got to do is make a thorough research of various online toy shopping sites where you could avail plethora of options to choose from besides some great deals and discounts.
So, if you have decided to gift your little angel her dream Barbie doll house then www.wowkart.com is the perfect place to be. Here you can avail unmatched selection of toys from renowned brands such as, Funskool, Barbie, Fisher-Price, Step2, Frank Education and many more.
Original.. http://www.wowkart.com/blog/allow-your-daughters-imagination-to-fly-by-gifting-her-with-barbie-doll-house/
Pampers & Mamy Poko Pants Diapers Deals
Get best deals on diapers by India's top brands Pampers & Mamy Poko Pants.
Specifications: Size: Small, Baby's weight: 4-8 kg, Quantity: 68 pieces
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/baby-diapers/mamy-poko-pants-small-68-size/
Mamy Poko Pants Small 68 Size
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| Mamy Poko Pants Small 68 Size |
Product description
Mamy Poko Pants brings you pant style baby diapers are easy to wear and remove and allow babies move around and kick actively
Features:
Fits comfortably, good breathability and soft texture for baby's soft
skin. Maxi Absorbent Core which soaks up to 6 glasses of water. Soft leg
gathers prevent leakage. Less frequent changes. No rashes, no itchy
skin and easy to wear.
Specifications: Size: Small, Baby's weight: 4-8 kg, Quantity: 68 pieces
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Mamy Poko Pants Small 48 Size
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| Mamy Poko Pants Small 48 Size |
Product description
Mamy Poko Pants Small 48
Size Features: All-round soft elastic with pores, Comfortably fits the
body and helps the air pass easily, Maxi-absorbent core, Soft elastic,
no tapes, Soaks up to 5 glasses of water, Easy to remove, simply tear
the sides, A dry baby is a comfortable baby, Good fit in any position.
Specifications: Size: Small, Baby's weight: 4-8 kg, Quantity: 48 pieces
Mamy Poko Pants Small 9 Size
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| Mamy Poko Pants Small 9 Size |
Product description
Mamy Poko Pants Small 9 Size
Features: All-round soft elastic with pores, Comfortably fits the
body and helps the air pass easily, Maxi-absorbent core, Soft elastic,
no tapes, Soaks up to 5 glasses of water, Easy to remove, simply tear
the sides, A dry baby is a comfortable baby, Good fit in any
position.
Specifications: Size: Small, Baby's weight: 4-8 kg, Quantity: 9 pieces
Found more Mamy Poko Pants... http://www.wowkart.com/baby-diapers/
Pampers Active Baby Small 22 Size
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| Pampers Active Baby Small 22 Size |
Product description
Pampers Active Baby Small 22 Size- Your
baby’s undisturbed sound sleep is worth gold. Now softer than
ever, Pampers Active Baby has a unique absorbing layer to lock
wetness away for up to 12 hours. Helping your baby to have a
golden sleep and allow you to enjoy your baby's growing world and
see her rest in comfort and without any disturbance, this is
exactly what is done by this perfect diapers.
Specifications: Size: Small, Baby's weight: 3-8 kg, Quantity: 22 pieces
Pampers Active Baby Pants XL 20 Size
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| Pampers Active Baby Pants XL 20 Size |
Product description
Pampers Active Baby Pants XL 20 Size - Pampers
Active Baby Pants are specially designed to let your baby move
freely and comfortably while keeping them dry. They have an
underwear-like design and soft stretch material at the waist to
prevent pressure marking. Each diaper contains hypoallergenic lotion
with aloe vera extract to gently protect baby's skin and reduce
diaper rash, extra locking layers to help lock wetness away, and a
soft cotton-like outer cover for great breathability. Fits
comfortably, good breathability and soft texture for baby's soft
skin.
Specifications: Size: XL, Baby's weight: 12 + kg , Quantity: 20 pieces
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Top 5 Funny Kids Cars from Wowkart
Wowkart.com has huge collection of Kids Toys. Now Wowkart bring you some amazing fun kids car in the different look & feel and prices for kids.
Age Limit: 1 yr +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-funny-vehicle-dumper-truck/
Age Limit: 1 yr +
Product URL... http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-funny-vehicle-fire-truck/
Age Limit: 2 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-turbo-touch-wild/
Age Limit: 18 months +
Product URL... http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-safari-park-remote-control/
Chicco Jimmy Thunder Remote Control
Age Limit: 2 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-jimmy-thunder-remote-control/
Chicco Funny vehicle Dumper Truck
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| Chicco Funny vehicle Dumper Truck |
Product description
A line of vehicles
characterised by fun and amusing characters carefully designed for
infants. A movement sensor automatically activates fun sound effects.
Pressing the button on the side of the trucks activates the sound of a
trucks motor followed by fun sounds and melodies. The dumoer truck tips
to offer different possibilities of play for the child.
Age Limit: 1 yr +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-funny-vehicle-dumper-truck/
Chicco Funny vehicle Fire Truck
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| Chicco Funny vehicle Fire Truck |
Product description
This is a vehicle
characterized by a fun and amusing character that was carefully designed
for infants. A movement sensor automatically activates fun sound
effects. Pressing the buttons on the side of the truck activates the
fire truck siren and the sound of a truck's motor, followed by fun
sounds and melodies. The water tank is removable to offer different
possibilities of play for the child.
Age Limit: 1 yr +
Product URL... http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-funny-vehicle-fire-truck/
Chicco Turbo Touch Wild
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| Chicco Turbo Touch Wild |
Product description
A sport car for exciting and
entetaining races! The simple pressure of the hand is enough to rev the
car up, then accelerate, roar during the race, brake sharply and
"salute" with a toot of the horn! This price is only for one piece.
Age Limit: 2 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-turbo-touch-wild/
Chicco Safari Park Remote Control
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| Chicco Safari Park Remote Control |
Product description
Safari Park is a great
remote controlled 4x4 jeep that has 4 direction buttons that make it
easy to control. The remote control fits onto the vehicle and the
antenna turns into a practical handle. Also features a cute entertaining
expression and soft rubber bumpers. This Price is only for one piece.
Product URL... http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-safari-park-remote-control/
Chicco Jimmy Thunder Remote Control
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| Chicco Jimmy Thunder Remote Control |
Product description
Jimmy Thunders is the new
funny radio-controlled toy car . It has a remote control, is easy to
grip and has a steering wheel to change direction. The colored lights
light up during the ride and the engine screams. Features: Easy to grip,
Has steering wheel to change direction & Colored lights.
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles/chicco-jimmy-thunder-remote-control/
Found more here... http://www.wowkart.com/toy-vehicles-page-9/
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
What Makes Barbie So Popular Amongst Her Enthusiasts?
If you are the proud parents of a sweet little daughter then you need not worry as to what gift you would gift your little angel. In other words, you can without a second thought purchase the most acclaimed and favourite toy of little girls i.e. a Barbie doll.
Such is the passion for this doll that even when these little girls
grow older they retain their passion for these dolls by developing the
hobby of collecting Barbie dolls.
So, wouldn’t it be
interesting to know the half century old history of Barbie? Named after
Barbara Handler, the daughter of Ruth handler, Barbiedoll is
being manufactured by The Matell Company, which was founded in 1945 by
Elliot and Ruth Handler in co-operation with Harold Matson.It has been
estimatedthat there are over one million doll collectors, majority being
elderly women averaging 40 years of age. These women on an average
purchase 20 Barbie’s per annum withfifty per cent of them spending more
than thousand dollars on collecting these dolls.
It is the charisma of this
doll that has made it an all-time favourite, especially amongst young
little girls. Barbie is also considered a fashion icon amongst her fan
followers as her she adorns designer clothes designed particularly for
her by famous designers like Versace, Gucci and Givenchy.
So, if you are one amongst her admirer, then have a glimpse at the vast collection of Barbie dolls and other related products at www.wowkart.com. We offer free shipping and that too within 24 hour of placing the order.
Original Found here.. http://www.wowkart.com/blog/what-makes-barbie-so-popular-amongst-her-enthusiasts/
What Makes Barbie So Popular Amongst Her Enthusiasts?
If you are the proud parents of a sweet little daughter then you need not worry as to what gift you would gift your little angel. In other words, you can without a second thought purchase the most acclaimed and favourite toy of little girls i.e. a Barbie doll. Such is the passion for this doll that even when these little girls grow older they retain their passion for these dolls by developing the hobby of collecting Barbie dolls.
So, wouldn’t it be interesting to know the half century old history of Barbie? Named after Barbara Handler, the daughter of Ruth handler, Barbiedoll is being manufactured by The Matell Company, which was founded in 1945 by Elliot and Ruth Handler in co-operation with Harold Matson.It has been estimatedthat there are over one million doll collectors, majority being elderly women averaging 40 years of age. These women on an average purchase 20 Barbie’s per annum withfifty per cent of them spending more than thousand dollars on collecting these dolls.
It is the charisma of this doll that has made it an all-time favourite, especially amongst young little girls. Barbie is also considered a fashion icon amongst her fan followers as her she adorns designer clothes designed particularly for her by famous designers like Versace, Gucci and Givenchy.
So, if you are one amongst her admirer, then have a glimpse at the vast collection of Barbie dolls and other related products at www.wowkart.com. We offer free shipping and that too within 24 hour of placing the order.
Original Found Here... http://www.wowkart.com/blog/what-makes-barbie-so-popular-amongst-her-enthusiasts/
Maisto 2001 FXSTS Springer Softail Purple
Maisto 2001 FXSTS Springer Softail Purple
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| Maisto 2001 FXSTS Springer Softail Purple |
Product description
Beautifully crafted Harley-Davidson Motorcycle 1:18 scale die cast by Maisto. This is a very highly detailed die cast models, covering a century of the famous American motorcycle.Age Limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/bikes/maisto-2001-fxsts-springer-softail-purple/
Maisto 2008 FLSTSB Cross Bones Black
Maisto 2008 FLSTSB Cross Bones Black
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| Maisto 2008 FLSTSB Cross Bones Black |
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Beautifully crafted Harley-Davidson Motorcycle 1:18 scale die cast by Maisto. This is a very highly detailed die cast models, covering a century of the famous American motorcycle.Age Limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL... http://www.wowkart.com/bikes/maisto-2008-flstsb-cross-bones-black/
Monday, May 20, 2013
Parragon Disney Aladdin 3D Storybook
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| Parragon Disney Aladdin 3D Storybook |
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This series of books extends the range of 3D storybooks. Beautifully detailed 3D colour artwork allows classic Disney characters to leap off the page! 3D artwork brings the story to life and gives added impact. Patterned 3D glasses are included as a covermount. Children and adults can experience the 3D magic!ISBN: 9781445458809
Binding: Hardback
No. of Pages: 48
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/story/treasury/parragon-disney-aladdin-3d-storybook/
Top 5 Beautiful Barbie Dolls - Wowkart.com
Top 5 Beautiful Barbie Dolls In India
Barbie Dolls in India are very popular product for kids. So here we are showing top 5 beautiful Barbie Dolls based on customer's reviews, prices and demand in Indian Markets.Disney Princess Cindrella Doll
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Disney Princess Cindrella Doll |
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Disney Princess Swirling Lights Cinderella Doll: It is an unforgettable movie moment when fairy dust swirls around Cinderella and transforms her tattered pink dress into a gorgeous, elegant blue gown perfect for the royal ball. Swirling Lights Cinderella comes dressed in that iconic blue gown and a matching necklace that, when pressed, recreates that fantastic moment: just like in the movie, twinkling lights travel up and down Cinderella's dress as magical music plays. Now Cinderella is truly ready to meet her prince!Age Limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL. http://www.wowkart.com/princess-fairy-dolls/disney-princess-cindrella-doll/
Disney Princess Rapunzel Doll
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Disney Princess Rapunzel Doll |
Product description
Rapunzel is all about her long, beautiful,golden locks.Here, she wears her signature purple gown with elaborate sparkling details and comes with a hairbrush for lots of styling fun.Age limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/princess-fairy-dolls/disney-princess-rapunzel-doll/
Barbie Hairtastic Doll
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Barbie Hairtastic Doll |
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Make a fashion diva out of your little one with this Barbie Hairtastic Doll Assortment from Mattel which features Barbie dolls with luxurious long hair in different and unexpected colors. Sporting super glittering hair in pink, this Barbie comes with a styling brush that will keep your little girl entertained for hours while she colors Barbie’s hair. Complete with matching outfits, this set is perfect for a young hair stylist.Age limit: 3yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/fashion-dolls/barbie-hairtastic-doll/
Barbie H2O Design Studio Doll
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Barbie H2O Design Studio Doll |
Product description
Barbie H20 Design Studio: Now girls can customize and transform Barbie fashions over and over again for tons of fashion fun! Just add water to design tools then spray, stencil, stamp, and draw right on Barbie fashions and designs “magically” appear! Allow designs to dry and then create all over again! It's easy and mess free! Includes Barbie doll plus extra fashion, water pen tool, spray bottle, double-ended stamp tool and stencil.Age limit: 3yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/barbie/barbie-h2o-design-studio-doll/
Barbie Glittery Doll Assortment
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| Barbie Glittery Doll Assortment |
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Turn up the sparkle! This assortment includes three different Barbie dolls ready to paint the town ''pink", each with a signature dress embellished with glitter and sparkless! Also includes earrings, necklace, purse and accessories.This price is only for one piece.
Age limit: 3 yrs +
Product URL.. http://www.wowkart.com/fashion-dolls/barbie-glittery-doll-assortment/
Barbie H2O Design Studio Doll - Barbie Dolls India
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| Barbie H2O Design Studio Doll |
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Barbie H20 Design Studio: Now girls can customize and transform Barbie fashions over and over again for tons of fashion fun! Just add water to design tools then spray, stencil, stamp, and draw right on Barbie fashions and designs “magically” appear! Allow designs to dry and then create all over again! It's easy and mess free! Includes Barbie doll plus extra fashion, water pen tool, spray bottle, double-ended stamp tool and stencil.Age limit: 3yrs +
Original Found here... http://www.wowkart.com/barbie/barbie-h2o-design-studio-doll/
Mom saves baby after stroller rolls onto tracks
You’ll never see a mom move as fast as she does when her child is in trouble.
Earlier this week a mother leaped after her child when her stroller rolled off a Philadelphia train platform and onto the tracks below.
A surveillance camera caught the whole thing. The jogging stroller starts to roll away and the mother, who appears to be distracted, notices just as the stroller topples over about 5 feet below.
She jumped down onto the tracks, unstrapped her 14-month-old daughter and handed her to another awaiting passenger who ran over to help. Yet another bystander hits the emergency call button to alert officials, and stop the oncoming train. Everyone was hustling to help this child.
As I watched the video I literally gasped watching the stroller fall off the platform (which are slanted for drainage purposes). I can’t imagine what must have been going through that mother’s mind, but I sure as heck would have jumped in after my child—I’d like to think after any child—just as fast.
If that’s not terrifying enough, this isn’t the first time something like this has happened and been caught on video. It’s occurred at least twice before in Australia in 2009 and in 2010. In both of those situations the train came and ran over the strollers, but miraculously, the children were ok.
The little girl in Wednesday’s accident went to the hospital to be treated for a cut on her head, but she’s ok as well.
Thank goodness none of these cases ended tragically, but it’s still frightening to watch, and horrifying to think what could have been.
With stories like these, it’s easy to want to blame the mother for not paying attention, but I can’t help but feel like this could happen to anyone. It only took seven seconds for this baby to roll off a platform. It’s a reminder to us all to keep our stroller wheels locked, and remember that anything can happen in a matter of seconds.
My faith in humanity was a bit restored watching as how so many people jumped in to help this mother.
I’m sure we’d all jump off a platform to save our babies, but what if it was someone else’s would you help them?
Original Found here.. http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/mother-saves-baby-after-stroller-rolls-onto-train-05182013-tracks/
Earlier this week a mother leaped after her child when her stroller rolled off a Philadelphia train platform and onto the tracks below.
A surveillance camera caught the whole thing. The jogging stroller starts to roll away and the mother, who appears to be distracted, notices just as the stroller topples over about 5 feet below.
She jumped down onto the tracks, unstrapped her 14-month-old daughter and handed her to another awaiting passenger who ran over to help. Yet another bystander hits the emergency call button to alert officials, and stop the oncoming train. Everyone was hustling to help this child.
As I watched the video I literally gasped watching the stroller fall off the platform (which are slanted for drainage purposes). I can’t imagine what must have been going through that mother’s mind, but I sure as heck would have jumped in after my child—I’d like to think after any child—just as fast.
If that’s not terrifying enough, this isn’t the first time something like this has happened and been caught on video. It’s occurred at least twice before in Australia in 2009 and in 2010. In both of those situations the train came and ran over the strollers, but miraculously, the children were ok.
The little girl in Wednesday’s accident went to the hospital to be treated for a cut on her head, but she’s ok as well.
Thank goodness none of these cases ended tragically, but it’s still frightening to watch, and horrifying to think what could have been.
With stories like these, it’s easy to want to blame the mother for not paying attention, but I can’t help but feel like this could happen to anyone. It only took seven seconds for this baby to roll off a platform. It’s a reminder to us all to keep our stroller wheels locked, and remember that anything can happen in a matter of seconds.
My faith in humanity was a bit restored watching as how so many people jumped in to help this mother.
I’m sure we’d all jump off a platform to save our babies, but what if it was someone else’s would you help them?
Original Found here.. http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/mother-saves-baby-after-stroller-rolls-onto-train-05182013-tracks/
Know your Cloth Nappies
My name is Helen and I’m a cloth nappy connoisseur which is a nicer way of saying I’m addicted to cloth nappies. The first thing you should know about cloth nappies is they are as easy to use as any disposable but have less impact on both your wallet AND the environment. Remember your child is going to live on this planet after you have gone and what we do right now will affect their way of living so lowering the amount of disposable nappies being placed in landfills for hundreds of years is a bonus for the future of many families, including your own great great grandchildren!
Another thing, and I won’t hide this one, is becoming a cloth nappy user can be a bit of an addiction. So many beautiful colours, designs and brands you just cannot help yourself at times. But don’t worry I’m here to give you the top five nappies you can find at The Baby Show NEC that are super cute, easy to use, light on your wallet and even worth you giving night time cloth a go too!
gNappies – Stand M18
gNappies are a sized nappy which comes with an outer case and then a waterproof breathable pouch. The pouch holds the insert and the bonus of gNappies is you have the option to use cotton inserts to reusable over and over again OR disposable ones. You may think that’s odd to go cloth and use disposable inserts but gNappies disposable inserts decompose faster than a banana skin! You will have to buy different sizes as your child grows but the bonus is they will fit perfectly and if you’ve not had a leak then you can just place a clean pouch and insert in to the outer part of the nappy and use it again!
Fuzzibunz Perfect Size – Stand M30
The Fuzzibunz Perfect Size nappy is simple to use and will give a nice slim fit. If you are looking for quick drying and easy to use then this could be the nappy for you and your little one. You can choose from an assortment of colours that suit girls, boys and even unisex for those who are having a surprise.
Close Parent Pop-in – Stand K26
A one-size nappy which means usually it will fit from birth to potty age. The Pop-in comes in a choice of minkee or bamboo inserts with the minkee being quick drying and bamboo being great for big wetters. Close Parent also do a night time booster which you can add to your Pop-in nappy to make it a night nappy and have the option of all sorts of lovely colours and 4 different prints.
Tots Bots Bamboozle Stretchies – Stand M10
A two part nappy which means this requires a wrap, something Tots Bots also sell. Bamboozle Stretchies come in different sizes and colours but all of them are made with bamboo and this is why I have picked this nappy on this list and recommend it as a night time nappy. You can also buy bamboo boosters but chances are you’ll find the nappy and the insert it comes with to survive a night with no problems.
Bum Genius Freetime – Stand K20
I have chosen this nappy for this list because it’s a great example of how easy cloth nappies are. No need to worry about the inserts as they are sewn in to the nappy and you can change the size or turn them over to have extra absorbency in the middle, back or front. This is a one-size nappy so will last a good long time and not only comes in so many colours and designs but also have the option of aplix (which is like Velcro) or poppers depending what you prefer.
I have chosen this nappy for this list because it’s a great example of how easy cloth nappies are. No need to worry about the inserts as they are sewn in to the nappy and you can change the size or turn them over to have extra absorbency in the middle, back or front. This is a one-size nappy so will last a good long time and not only comes in so many colours and designs but also have the option of aplix (which is like Velcro) or poppers depending what you prefer.
Original Found Here... http://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/blog/2013/05/know-your-cloth-nappies/
5 Top Tips for Expectant Dads
Whether you have just found out you are expecting, or you are counting down the days till your little one’s arrival, here are some top tips for making sure you are prepared.
Bond with your baby before they are born
By 24 weeks your unborn baby can hear sounds from outside. This means for most of the pregnancy, your baby can hear your voice. They will know who you are and already be bonding with you.
Once Baby is born, when you talk to her, she will recognise and respond to your voice from the times she heard it during pregnancy. Therefore, obviously the more she has heard you speaking during pregnancy, once she is here your voice will be more familiar to her. This is brilliant in terms of being able to calm her when she arrives –making it easier for you to calm and soothe her when she is here in your arms.
Attend antenatal appointments
As long as your partner is happy with you being there, attend as many of these as you can. The antenatal scans in particular are a great opportunity to see your baby and how they are growing. They will help you start to visualise your baby and bonding with them. As men, we find it hard to attach to things we can’t see, hear or touch.
Find and go to antenatal classes which suit you bothYou and your partner should have a chat about what kind of birth preparations you would like to do, as there are a wide range of antenatal classes now available to help you prepare for the kind of birth you would like to have. Research what classes that are available in your area and make sure you attend the ones that suit how you feel the about your birth – if you are hoping to have a birth without using medical drugs, then it makes sense to attend a class which specifically teaches ways of making this more likely through learning specific techniques and skills.
Have a birth plan
Ignore those that tell you ‘there is no point having a birth plan’ as this simply isn’t true. Work on your birth plan together and research the choices available. Trust me, there are more decisions available to be made in relation to pregnancy and birth that you can probably imagine.
From where you would prefer your baby to be born, to whether you would like delayed cord clamping after the birth – a birth plan isn’t all about pain relief or type of birth. Your role is to try and support, as far as is reasonably possible, the birth plan to be heard but you can only fulfill this role, if you have a plan to start with.
Take as much paternity leave as you can
Paternity leave is always something I don’t think many of us give enough consideration to in the build up to the birth of our children. Start planning early, talk to your employer and see how flexible they will be. Legally, we are entitled to two weeks paternity leave on the birth of our child, but think about extending this by using holiday entitlement.
So many of us dads are left with a hollow feeling when it is time to return to work and mums can suddenly feel very lonely and overwhelmed that all of a sudden they will be on their own.
If you do have to return to work soon after the birth, make sure you stay in touch with mum, ring her each day to see how she and baby are doing, and see if there is anything you can do on the way home. On that first day you are away, take her home some chocolates or flowers, so she knows you have been thinking of her.
Dean Beaumont is founder of the award-winning antenatal programme for men, DaddyNatal and author of The Expectant Dad’s Handbook – come and get your copy at The Baby Show, Birmingham NEC.
Original Found Here.. http://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/blog/2013/05/5-top-tips-for-expectant-dads/
Bond with your baby before they are born
By 24 weeks your unborn baby can hear sounds from outside. This means for most of the pregnancy, your baby can hear your voice. They will know who you are and already be bonding with you.
Once Baby is born, when you talk to her, she will recognise and respond to your voice from the times she heard it during pregnancy. Therefore, obviously the more she has heard you speaking during pregnancy, once she is here your voice will be more familiar to her. This is brilliant in terms of being able to calm her when she arrives –making it easier for you to calm and soothe her when she is here in your arms.
Attend antenatal appointments
As long as your partner is happy with you being there, attend as many of these as you can. The antenatal scans in particular are a great opportunity to see your baby and how they are growing. They will help you start to visualise your baby and bonding with them. As men, we find it hard to attach to things we can’t see, hear or touch.
Find and go to antenatal classes which suit you both
Have a birth plan
Ignore those that tell you ‘there is no point having a birth plan’ as this simply isn’t true. Work on your birth plan together and research the choices available. Trust me, there are more decisions available to be made in relation to pregnancy and birth that you can probably imagine.
From where you would prefer your baby to be born, to whether you would like delayed cord clamping after the birth – a birth plan isn’t all about pain relief or type of birth. Your role is to try and support, as far as is reasonably possible, the birth plan to be heard but you can only fulfill this role, if you have a plan to start with.
Take as much paternity leave as you can
Paternity leave is always something I don’t think many of us give enough consideration to in the build up to the birth of our children. Start planning early, talk to your employer and see how flexible they will be. Legally, we are entitled to two weeks paternity leave on the birth of our child, but think about extending this by using holiday entitlement.
So many of us dads are left with a hollow feeling when it is time to return to work and mums can suddenly feel very lonely and overwhelmed that all of a sudden they will be on their own.
If you do have to return to work soon after the birth, make sure you stay in touch with mum, ring her each day to see how she and baby are doing, and see if there is anything you can do on the way home. On that first day you are away, take her home some chocolates or flowers, so she knows you have been thinking of her.
Dean Beaumont is founder of the award-winning antenatal programme for men, DaddyNatal and author of The Expectant Dad’s Handbook – come and get your copy at The Baby Show, Birmingham NEC.
Original Found Here.. http://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/blog/2013/05/5-top-tips-for-expectant-dads/
Round-up: The Baby Show NEC, Birmingham 2013
Laden with bags (bargains too!) and stocked up on advice, cheery faces but weary feet departed the NEC this evening after a fab final day of The Baby Show, Birmingham 2013.
After three whirlwind days, the UK’s leading parenting & pregnancy event has come to a close. The crowds brimmed with excitement at the show’s opening on Friday morning, snaking around the NEC eagerly waiting to see Mothercare, Cosatto, Cheeky Rascals and the like – hoping to find all sorts of wonderful & innovative goodies for their new or imminent arrivals. And The Baby Show did not disappoint.
With everything from pushchairs & carriers to nappies, cots, swaddles and beyond, the range of exhibitors at the show really did cater for all lifestyles and needs. Whilst competitions like Chicco’s £250 Prize Draw, Mothercare’s Xpedior Pram Giveaway and Waterbabies Balloon Mini Challenge gave visitors the opportunity to win some exclusive show-only treats!
It wasn’t all shopping though. Feature areas like the tommee tippee Feeding Area, Fisher-Price Creche and Pampers Changing Area provided essential facilities to help everyone’s day run nice & smoothly.
Then there was the expert advice; little nuggets of baby-related gold helping reassure and educate visitors on a range of important new-born topics. Talks from the like of excellent Prof. Robert Winston, baby sleep expert Jo Tantum, teething & tooth specialists Brush-Baby and breastfeeding aficionado Clare Byam-Cook added another dimension to the show, giving guests invaluable tips & advice on The Baby Show Stage.
All of this over just one weekend. We hope that everyone who came had a fabulous time and enjoyed their day out in the Word of Baby. Next stop – London’s Olympia in a little over 5 months time – hopefully we’ll see a lot of you there too! Original Found Here.. http://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/blog/2013/05/what-a-fab-weekend/
Graco Ultima Travel System Chilli
Graco Ultima Travel System Chilli
Product description
This appealing ultima travel system with all over chilli theme imprint is comfortable and easy to use for you and your baby as well.Easy access and large basket for shopping.Washable pad and front swivel with auto lock wheels.Weight carrying capacity upto 15 kg.Age Limit: 0 to 3 yrs
Original Found Here.. http://www.wowkart.com/strollers/graco-ultima-travel-system-chilli/
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Fantasy Soft Cat
Product description
With friendly expression and bright blue eyes, this plush toy cat will be a wonderful gift for your child’s. It is Pleasing big eyes cat, looks lovely and cutely. Surface washable and suitable for children. It is made of soft plush fabric and it is quite comfortable to touch.
4 Stages of Spiritual Growth - Where Are You?
In our Science of Mind class, "The Essential Ernest Holmes" this past week, I couldn't stop thinking, "Oh! That would be an amazing blog post!"
I should just say, that until one sits her booty down in a SOM class, she will never grasp how profoundly transformational these classes are. When all I can jot down 15 things from ONE class that would make an amazing blog post to teach others, I simply then want to say, "Just come to class already!"
But, sticking to my commitment in teaching what I learn, I'm writing yet another golden nugget from what I have recently learned.
That is, the "4 Stages of Spiritual Growth," and being one who likes to "know where I am," I like knowing what "level" I'm on! (Nope, still haven't let go of that yet).
1. Everything Happens to Us - We believe that life happens to us. It falls down around us and we think, "How did this happen?" Our car dies after years of mechanical neglect and we cry out, "How could you do die on me today!"
We literally blame outside factors for our mishaps, heartaches, mistakes, etc.
2. Our Good Happens Through Us - Here, we understand that WE create our realities and circumstances. We understand that there is a Law and we learn how to use the law. We have proven the law works and manifest things into our lives. We become great manifesters.
3. Our Good Happens As Us - Things lose their importance. We no longer care about the material world and we awaken to the magnificence of the spiritual presence that we are. We no longer judge and recognize that challenges are a call to prayer.
4. Our Good Happens By Us - This is a level that most humans will never achieve, and those who do rarely stay here permanently. Jesus Christ would be the closest example our world would know as one who achieved this level of being.
So, I will say, if you find yourself at level #1, I ask that you be open to joining us at class. Learn how to choose to no longer be a victim of life, and up-level to #2 where you manifest everything you want!
This year of classes have been profound for me. Every week I see my life changing. This teaching works. It changes lives. It spreads peace in the world. It's a movement and one that I am proud to be part of.
Original Found Here. http://cslcv.blogspot.com/2013/05/4-stages-of-spiritual-growth-where-are.html
I should just say, that until one sits her booty down in a SOM class, she will never grasp how profoundly transformational these classes are. When all I can jot down 15 things from ONE class that would make an amazing blog post to teach others, I simply then want to say, "Just come to class already!"
But, sticking to my commitment in teaching what I learn, I'm writing yet another golden nugget from what I have recently learned.
That is, the "4 Stages of Spiritual Growth," and being one who likes to "know where I am," I like knowing what "level" I'm on! (Nope, still haven't let go of that yet).
1. Everything Happens to Us - We believe that life happens to us. It falls down around us and we think, "How did this happen?" Our car dies after years of mechanical neglect and we cry out, "How could you do die on me today!"
We literally blame outside factors for our mishaps, heartaches, mistakes, etc.
2. Our Good Happens Through Us - Here, we understand that WE create our realities and circumstances. We understand that there is a Law and we learn how to use the law. We have proven the law works and manifest things into our lives. We become great manifesters.
3. Our Good Happens As Us - Things lose their importance. We no longer care about the material world and we awaken to the magnificence of the spiritual presence that we are. We no longer judge and recognize that challenges are a call to prayer.
4. Our Good Happens By Us - This is a level that most humans will never achieve, and those who do rarely stay here permanently. Jesus Christ would be the closest example our world would know as one who achieved this level of being.
So, I will say, if you find yourself at level #1, I ask that you be open to joining us at class. Learn how to choose to no longer be a victim of life, and up-level to #2 where you manifest everything you want!
This year of classes have been profound for me. Every week I see my life changing. This teaching works. It changes lives. It spreads peace in the world. It's a movement and one that I am proud to be part of.
Original Found Here. http://cslcv.blogspot.com/2013/05/4-stages-of-spiritual-growth-where-are.html
Grateful For Mothers
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Yesterday was Mothers Day. Having a preteen and teen daughters, I really didn't expect much. I know that sounds terrible but if you live with teens you know exactly what I mean.
I'm happy to report I was wrong. It wasn't that my family had all this extravagant fanfare planned. On the contrary. They packed a lunch and took me to the beach. I got to spend the whole day at the beach and my girls weren't even embarrassed to be seen with me! It's amazing how I've come full circle with all these expectations from Mothers Day past. Now I totally appreciate just quality time with them. It's like finding gold it's so rare. Yes we spend time together because we live together but on Mothers Day they consciously wanted to be with me and make me happy. AHHH, I'm still basking in the joy of it all.
I also recognize that mothers aren't always biological. Many years ago when my mother exited my life I spent a few years asking the Universe for a mother. I wanted one whom would love me unconditionally, be my best friend and shopping companion, just basically be there for me. Did such a mother exist? It seems most of my friends had that. Mind you, this was before I studied Science Of Mind. On some level I guess I didn't deserve it. But that didn't stop me from asking.
Then one day I had one of those Light Bulb moments. That beautiful mother I was longing for had been right under my nose the whole time! She is my aunt Tanya. We've always been close but some magnetic force drew us together on a deeper level. My new realization hit me like a ton of bricks. She is everything a mom should be plus more.
I want to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to God for proving that we are all worthy and entitled to all the Abundant Gifts the Universe has to offer. I found my mom, and she couldn't be a better grandmother and my uncle too. For my beautiful girls God has entrusted me to raise. And of course my wonderful husband who is always there for me.
I live a rich and beautiful life and I am one lucky Mother!!
Original Found Herer.. http://cslcv.blogspot.com/2013/05/grateful-for-mothers.html
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