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Kids Notice How we React to the Little Things

How I wish that I could be gauged on how I rise to the big occasion; how cool and calm I am in a time of crisis—unfortunately, my kids don’t always remember how I saved the day in those rare amazing times, it is my everyday personality—the way I cope (or don’t) and react (or don’t) to those ordinary details upon which life is built. Our children are always watching and they will forgive us blundering up some of the big things if we are true and steady in the very day… I know that there are some parents who … Continue reading →

Getting Stuck in the Details

Paying attention to the details can be a plus. There is nothing wrong with tending to the ordinary, daily details of life and, as a matter of fact, it can be extraordinary helpful for a single parent to have good attention to detail. The thing is, however, that too much of anything can be problematic. We can get so fussy about the details that we lose sight of the big picture. What might getting stuck in the details look like for a single parent? Well, consider if you are so focused on your “to do” list of daily details that … Continue reading →

Emotional Issues in the Every Day

Emotions are a part of life and as much as we might like to separate out the feelings from the work, that is not very realistic. The truth is, we pretty much have to find a way to incorporate those emotions and feelings into the every day details of living life. When it comes to operating a home business, we might actually be able to make more room for feelings and emotions than if we were working the more “traditional” job and we might even find that we are better for it! I find that working from my home business … Continue reading →

When in Doubt, Tune In and Take Notice

Do you ever find that when you think you are getting into a “groove” you are actually losing sight of what is really going on? I find that there are times in my home business when I actually become so detached or are operating from rote so that I am not noticing subtleties or other details that are really going down in my work. For me, it is at such times that I need to force myself to tune in, slow down, and take notice of what is really going on around me. I know that just the opposite can … Continue reading →

Balancing the Big Picture with the Daily Details

There is no getting around the fact that parenthood and family life is full of daily details—in fact, one could argue that when it comes to raising children it can seem like it is “all in the details.” BUT, being able to get away from the details and daily concerns once in a while and see the “big picture” can be a parent’s road to sanity… Does this really matter in the BIG PICTURE? If I don’t mop the kitchen floor today or correct my child every single time he has his elbows on the table during meal time is … Continue reading →

Fine Print Matters in Home Business Too

I am sure you have heard the saying: “Be sure to read the fine print” meaning that we need to make sure we pay attention to all the details in any contracts we might sign, agreements we make, etc. While reading the fine print matters in our personal finances, we have to watch the fine print in our home businesses too… Make sure you read all the information and fine print when it comes to anything financial with your home business—a business bank account, loans, credit cards, shipping agreements, insurance, etc. Even when working with a trusted institution with financial … Continue reading →

The Devil is In the Details

When I was a child, I had a teacher who used to say “the devil is in the details.” I didn’t actually know what that meant until years later and now, when I’m dealing with all the dull, little daily details of operating a home business; I finally really FEEL what that saying means. If I let those little details go, my home business would actually be in trouble! Sending and answering e-mails, managing phone calls, working on outlines and queries, ordering supplies and products, making contacts, sending invoices—whatever the daily details are that need to happen in your business, … Continue reading →

Simple Decorations for any Holiday or Occasion

Every inch of your home is beautifully decorated for each holiday or special occasion; well, almost very inch that is. Sometimes you just need an extra little touch here or there. There are some quick, simple ways to fix that dilemma. The first fix is making sure you always have extra candles around. When you see them on sale, grab some. It’s best to choose a neutral color so you can use them in any space and for any occasion. Then, just dress them up as needed. If you choose white or off white, you can simply wrap some festively … Continue reading →