Parenting journalist and popular mom blogger, Meredith O'Brien, shares her amusing perspectives on suburban motherhood and MothersClick.com (www.mothersclick.com) is proud to host the site's second online book tour giving interested readers and fans an opportunity to "meet" the author and engage in unedited and unscripted conversation.
"MothersClick is a vibrant community that's alive with the voices of real moms doing real parenting in the trenches," says Meredith O'Brien.
A Suburban Mom: Notes from the Asylum is is a collection of columns about the madness of modern parenting in the American suburbs, everything from trying (and failing) to keep up with overachieving parents, to trying to keep your toddler from eating out of the trash can. This collection of 76 essays is organized in five categories: Motherhood, etc.; Pregnancy, Birth & Other Bloody Things; Growing Pains; On the Home Front, and Random Ramblings.... (Continue reading)
VarVee a SaaS high school sports company recently launched its online application to media partners in the Denver Metro area. This tool allows visitors to the media website to view robust high school sports statistical information broken down by athletes, teams, and conferences. After a strong initial outing with basketball, spring Colorado sports are experiencing activity that should generate 500,000 page views a month.
"We are tremendously proud of our growth and the coaches' participation inputting scores and statistics. It speaks to how easy VarVee software is to use and what a great community of coaches we have here in Colorado." said Stephen Cunningham, Chief Executive Officer VarVee, LLC.... (Continue reading)
Korus birth was a motivational challenge of building a unique brand in a competitive contemporary jewelry market. The Heart of Hope, The Kiss and The Family of Faith collections as well as future pieces will feature a combination of sculpture and design. Every collection of our jewelry is a work of art," says Rouvinen. We wanted to create an exclusive, beautiful jewelry collection that would be right for all occasions -not only for special events, but from day to night, distinctive yet surprisingly affordable." The person behind these beautiful designs is Sculptor and Jewelry Designer Gloria Tew.... (Continue reading)
Most firms consider exceptional performance and steady growth the ultimate goal in business. But RCS Real Estate Advisors isn't just any firm.
When the company sought help in keeping the market up-to-date on their growing range of value-adding services, they turned to The Brewery, New York. And working in close partnership with the international brand identity design firm, RCS Real Estate Advisors has launched a comprehensive new approach to presenting its brand to clients across the United States.... (Continue reading)
CenterStone Technologies, Inc. today announced record usage of the companys online sales order management software application. The number of retailer long-ins to the application jumped 54%, to 57,400 in 2004 compared to 37,400 a year ago.
The significant increase in usage demonstrates a need among specialty retailers for this type of service," said Tom Detmer, president and CEO of CenterStone Technologies, Inc. Clearly these retailers are experiencing a greater level of comfort in using online ordering systems. That is evidenced not only by the increase in log-ins, but by the record number of orders being placed."... (Continue reading)
Coastal Vacations is a business opportunity masterpiece, a business that has spent over ten (10) years providing affordable discounted travel and vacation packages. It is a direct marketing firm that has created a level playing field for anyone who desires to become a financial success. Built for the Four Trillion Dollar travel industry, Coastal Vacations has established one of the most profitable business opportunities in the world today! It combines the two things people love to do: travel to exotic destinations and make a lot of money working from home.... (Continue reading)
Comparison shopping. Consumers do it all the time and find easy access to many Internet sites that help them find the real deal. John Conde was quite surprised to find that the same wasn’t true for merchants shopping for shopping cart services, merchant accounts, and credit card payment gateways. Although many sites compare merchant credit card services, the deck is usually stacked in their favor.
Conde says, “After speaking to thousands of merchants looking to establish merchant accounts while a sales agent, it became very clear that I was their best source of information. And I was the one trying to solicit their business! It was just obvious that there were no resources for merchants to get unbiased information about merchant accounts and merchant services in general.”... (Continue reading)
Kelly Riley, Boston's Director for Youth For Human Rights met with Senator Edward Kennedy's office to discuss the potential of how the Youth For Human Right's program could diminish Boston's crime rate.
Ms.Riley and Kennedy's office had a lengthy discussion about implementing the Youth for Human Rights' lesson plans in to Boston and other Massachusetts schools. "Teens must demand that their schools and streets are safe, Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, 'We all have the right to life, and to live in freedom and safety'. Ms. Riley feels we need to start this in our own neighborhoods and international. She said that "The premise of this program, is that educating individuals in their basic human rights creates more compassionate and tolerant societies" Youth for Human Rights International was founded by educator and school principal Mary Shuttleworth in August 2001 as a project of the International Foundation forHuman Rights and Tolerance, with the expressed goal to implement L. Ron Hubbard’s statement, “Human rights must be made a fact, not an idealistic dream.”... (Continue reading)
A new weapon against the war on 'phishing' was released today: www.phish-hunter.com.
"In computing, phishing is the act of attempting to fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy person with a real need for such information in a seemingly official electronic notification or message (most often an email, or an instant message)."
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phishing
"The power in phishing," states Richard Victor Valdez, developer of the Phish-hunter.com, "is that it affects only the newest of the newbies. Every experienced surfer ignores them. But when it is your grandmother that has had her bank account stripped clean in the first week of computer ownership, you feel the pain."... (Continue reading)
In response to overwhelming demand, Executive Blueprints Inc has published Executive Jobs, a free on-line Guide to Managing Your Career.
“Executive Jobs, A Guide to Managing Your Career” is available for download at http://www.executiveblueprints.com/executive_jobs.htm You may distribute the publication freely, print it, sell it, or include it as part of a package as long as it remains completely intact, unchanged and delivered in the original format.
It’s that time of year when executives measure milestones from the past and begin plotting professional performance enhancement for the future. For those individuals who are complacent with their current situation, the guide offers a safety net approach with the thoughtful warning to “Be Prepared”. For many others the guide offers a glimmer of hope in an otherwise negative environment, a chance to test the market, move up the corporate ladder, increase pay, or enthusiastically embrace a time for change.... (Continue reading)
Academy of Art University is partnering with Bay Area Interactive Group (BIG), Adrants and Business Development Institute (BDI), to bring the first ever Advertising Industry Diversity Job Fair and Leadership Conference to San Francisco on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 from 8:30a to 5:30p, at the Academy of Art University. This event was created specifically to address under-represented groups- minority, female, and GLBT.
As the Bay Area's population grows more diverse, the Academy of Art University strives to find career opportunities for all students in their chosen field. "We are excited to partner with some of the industry's top influencers in producing an event that focuses on opportunities for under represented groups. Our students, alumni, and the community will surely benefit from this exciting partnership," commented Melinda Mettler, Director of the School of Advertising.... (Continue reading)
Welstar is kicking off spring with a big show of color and vibration. The art show, "Spring Vibrations" will feature the paintings of Anne Salas and will open with a public reception on Saturday, April 7, 2007 at 5:30 pm and run until June 17, 2007. Welstar patrons will be able to view Salas' artwork throughout the spa's common areas and treatment rooms after the shows opening night.
Salas current body of work is focus on "floral portraits". Salas feels that, "Close observation, and spirited interpretation…inspire excitement and energy…." that will "create a feeling of joy in the viewer". Salas uses oil paint, oil stick, charcoal, graphite and the like on canvas - her favored mediums.... (Continue reading)
Chappell Build suggest that a specialist loft conversion can help save Energy & the planet plus Improve home Living Environments. The FMB and Energy saving Trust in the UK both state that a new specialist loft conversion and insulation can help consumers save energy and become more eco-friendly.
A growing number of people are aware of the impact their property management and renovation decisions are having on the environment.
Did you know that with a specialist loft conversion you can now have both the extra space together with the knowledge that you are much improving the insulation of your home at the same time and it is stated that about forty percent of energy & heat is lost via the roof of your home.... (Continue reading)
Technical Designs Incorporated, the creator of EarthSkin, aGroChips Poultry Bedding, and Isolative Layer litter management is seeking investors to purchase licenses to sell and/or manufacture their products. The industrial design and green technology development company has developed over 3 million dollars worth of technology, and is excited to bring that technology to market.
Technical Designs, Inc. develops green technologies for the agriculture industry.
The research and development company, located online at CatheyDesign.com, has used USDA-SBIR grant funding to develop a weed suppressant product, with other grants to produce their two additional products. All three products are environmentally friendly, but in addition to being green, they save farmers a considerable amount of money.... (Continue reading)
Macon, GA (PRWEB) May 21, 2007 – ShuBee, a leader in care wear for service industries, today announced the launch of their new website (www.shubee.com). The new site includes visual enhancements, easier navigation, a new, integrated ecommerce engine, and much more.
“The new site marks a milestone in growth,” says Randy Bennett, General Manager, ShuBee, Inc. “Customer service has been the cornerstone of our success and this new website helps us better communicate with our customers.”
ShuBee offers a variety of care wear products including shoe covers, coveralls, gloves, window film, and a lot more. They also serve a variety of industries including general contractors, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and pest control. In addition to selling industry leading products, ShuBee’s Service Consultants offer their knowledge and expertise to help grow their clients’ businesses. They work directly with customers to help create competitive advantages and advise on how ShuBee products can help improve their bottom-line.... (Continue reading)
Whether for a lively weekend escape or pure leisure, a Michigan weekend getaway has something to offer everyone. With the advantageous CAD/USD exchange rate, Canadian travelers get that much more when they travel across the border. Catering to Canadians, select Michigan Marriot hotel properties are offering a special Getaway to Michigan Package.
The Getaway to Michigan Package features two nights' deluxe accommodations with breakfast for two on a minimum two-night stay. From gourmet dining to world-class museums, a weekend getaway in Michigan offers ample entertainment--and a stay at a Marriott Detroit hotel or a Grand Rapids hotel provides the comfort and amenities to make the trip relaxing, too.... (Continue reading)
Coach Dan Huff, owner of FitnessFormation.com in Carlstadt, knows the holidays can be a calorically challenging time of year. To avoid putting on extra weight this season, he advocates starting a fitness plan before the festivities begin.
Most people realize getting more physical activity and eating a nutritious diet of small, frequent and nutritious meals six days a week is critical to keeping weight off. However, to keep ones sanity, especially around the holidays, it's a good idea for people to give themselves one "cheat" or "guilt-free" day per week.... (Continue reading)
Orlando Vacation Videos, owner Robert Lear of Orlando, created a unique video blog that takes perspective vacationers inside the most popular attractions in central Florida as well as some off the beaten path, and shares advice about how to avoid crowds, save money, and have a spectacular vacation. Through the creative use of video, this website allows the visitor a chance to experience some of Orlando's most interesting and exciting locations before they decide to go.
Say the words "Orlando Vacation" and most people immediately think of the Mouse. Mickey and his creator, Walt Disney, came to Orlando back in 1971 and things haven't been the same since. Orlando has become one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world with over 40 million visitors each year. Vacationing in Orlando is like escaping into a fantasy world in another place and time and the goal of Orlando Vacation Videos is to try and take the visitor into this world before they arrive.... (Continue reading)
Hunters, shooting amateurs and professionals will easily spot some of their favorite name brands at OpticsPlanet.com: Tipton gun cleaning supplies, Caldwell shooting accessories, Frankford Arsenal reloading supplies, Miles Gilbert gunsmith equipment, PAST recoil protection, and Wheeler Engineering gunsmith tools. All brands are manufactured by the Battenfeld Technologies umbrella and now available at OpticsPlanet.com.
OpticsPlanet.com's Technical Sales Manager and gun expert Steven K. Ledin states, "As far as gunsmithing goes, Battenfeld brands are some of the best available. If you take your firearms maintenance seriously, Tipton's Gun Vise tools are a staple." Cleaning and firearms maintenance is either a passion or a chore, depending on your perspective. Tipton cleaning supplies are designed to make the job faster and more convenient. "You simply cannot find higher quality firearm maintenance equipment; longevity plays also a large part in my opinion," says Ledin.... (Continue reading)
This month the official Intellectual Property Organization of China announced the publication of a new book on IP by Weston Anson entitled Intellectual Property and Brand Values in China. This international speaker, author, and expert on intellectual property is now accepting dates in 2009 for key note speeches, conferences, CLEs, and corporate speaking engagements.
In addition to the China publication, over the last five years Mr. Anson has authored multiple top-selling books for the American Bar Association including:... (Continue reading)