Elaborating With Ellie

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Thankful

On a rainy, dreary day nothing beats a gratitude list.  Let’s get a list going.

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Monday, June 08, 2009

Fearless

I am stunned by what I learn from my daughter.  I don’t know if it is a stage my daughter is going through or if it’s her personality, but Caroline is clearly “fearless.“

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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

In One Word…

There are plenty of words to describe motherhood, but the challenge today is to pick just one. 

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Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Spring Cleaning—Get Organized Tips

It’s time for spring cleaning.  I’ll admit that I hate cleaning…and I love cleaning.  I hate to think about doing it, but love clearing out the clutter once I get going.  Today Sandy from “Organize with Sandy” offers these tips in her guest blog on how to make the tough decisions that come with cleaning.  Enjoy!

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First at 4 Deals

Every Monday we “dish the deals” on First at 4.  Here’s the link to the latest deals.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Deals of the Week

Here are the deals from Tara at Deal Seeking Mom that were profiled on First at 4 this week.  Enjoy!

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Monday, May 11, 2009

Double Duty Kid Activities

This is a guest post from Brenda Nixon, author of “The Birth to Five Book: Confident Childrearing Right from the Start.“  Brenda has some great ideas on keeping the kids busy, while also having fun and learning at the same time.  Enjoy!

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Wednesday, May 06, 2009

Mother’s Day

Moms…here is your chance to say exactly what you want for Mother’s Day.  Today on First at 4, we’ve got a long list of great ideas for Mom.  What would be your ideal Mother’s Day?

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Monday, April 06, 2009

Gratitude List

It’s a Monday.  I’m going to kick off the week with a big cup of coffee and a gratitude list.

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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Quarrelling in front of the kids?

Is it ok for parents to quarrell in front of the kids?  Not ok?  We’re chatting about this story on First at 4 today.  Tell me what you think about this story.

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Monday, March 16, 2009

Breastfeeding Debate

I bet you’re going to have something to say about this.  If I know all of you, you’ll be commenting before you even finish the article.  Some of you will agree with the author, others will have to pick your jaws up off the floor.  Feel free to pipe in, share your thoughts/comments/advice and of course, your stories.

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Friday, March 13, 2009

Baby Bonanza

Here is a link to a Baby Bonanza coupon.  I’m going this weekend and hope to see you there.  We’ll also have a preview on First at 4 today with all the scoop.

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Temper Tantrums

Brenda Nixon is a parent expert and often shares her advice on First at 4.  Today she is guest posting on how to deal with temper tantrums.  Feel free to share your experiences or advice….or just vent if you’d like.  We’ll listen.  :)

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Wednesday, March 04, 2009

Clear out the Clutter—NOW!

Want a fresh start?  Clear out the clutter.  Seriously, it works.  Sandy Jenney of “Organize with Sandy” is a professional organizer and I asked her to guest post today on clearing the clutter out of our lives.  Here is her advice.  Enjoy!

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Tuesday, March 03, 2009

An Invitation: YOUR MONEY

Today on NBC 4 we talking about the most critical aspects of our economic crisis…investments, jobs, and saving money.  Bottomline: Your Money.

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