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08/15/2010
IconOver the last several years blogging has become the foundation for social media campaigns of businesses big and small. Where Facebook and Twitter help keep companies in the limelight, spreading the word about special events, discounts and newsworthy items, blogs are the place where companies build their reputation and make sales. More >>

Tags: BudgetCliff EnnicoFinancesInternet-MediaInternet/MediaStay-at-Home MomWork from Home
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08/15/2010
Icon"My spouse and I recently decided to start a business designing knapsacks for children.  We've got a bunch of great designs; they're lighter and more flexible than other knapsacks on the market, can be made with 100% organic ingredients, and have a lot more compartments where kids can put their stuff." More >>

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08/15/2010
Icon"A partner and I started a very successful specialty foods business a couple of years ago.  We're not rich, but we're making enough to support ourselves and our families.  Last month we were approached by a major distributor that wants to take our products nationwide, selling them in supermarkets, gourmet groceries and specialty food stores." More >>

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08/11/2010
IconMy wife and I went through some serious head bashing several years ago regarding finances. We solved the problem by separating our finances and 'keeping our noses out of each others business.' More >>

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07/23/2010
IconWe get so many questions about how to make homemade bread, so I thought I would try to answer just a few of them today. Don't let all this information make it seem too involved and scare you away from making bread. Once you get used to it, it really isn't a whole lot harder than baking a cake. Just read the information and then follow the recipe step by step. More >>

Tags: BudgetCliff EnnicoJill CooperMotherhoodMotherhood-FatherhoodRecipeRecipesSimple SavingsStay-at-Home MomTawra KellamWork from Home
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07/23/2010
Icon"I am a leading authority on a certain management topic.  Since being laid off last year I am writing a book on this topic and have started a number of online 'blogs' to help promote interest in my expertise.  I have picked up a few paid speaking engagements, and might be doing some consulting work for a couple of large corporations in the near future." More >>

Tags: BudgetCliff EnnicoFinancesMorals, Ethics, ValuesPersonal ResponsibilityStay-at-Home MomWork from Home
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07/17/2010
IconPeople often ask how I always get such good deals, like the excellent deal I got on my washer and dryer. One of the ways I am able to get better prices on things is just by being nice.  More >>

Tags: BehaviorBudgetFinancesMoneyPolitenessSimple SavingsStay-at-Home MomTawra Kellam
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06/19/2010
Icon"I run a small charity that operates a food bank for homeless people in our town.  We've been around for about 10 years now, and while people do occasionally give us money, we've never had more than $25,000 in donations in any given year." More >>

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06/09/2010
Icon"I own a commercial nursery with about 30 seasonal employees. My kids also work for me. One morning, my daughter tacked a hand-made poster with a Bible verse on my door. It referred to flowers and nature. My door faces into the break room." More >>

Tags: BudgetCliff EnnicoJobMorals, Ethics, ValuesReligionSocial IssuesStay-at-Home MomWork from HomeWorkplace
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06/08/2010
IconI just read an article in USA Today that I think you will find very entertaining and I'd get a kick out of hearing your assessment of it. The article is entitled "Moms, Part-Time Work is Overrated" More >>

Tags: AbuseBudgetChild AbuseJobMotherhoodMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingpart-time workRead On-AirSAHMSocial Issuesstay at home mom
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