tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29744948561571166092024-03-13T15:42:37.263-06:00MOTHERS911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for MomsFrom childcare and cooking to housework and fun, MOTHERS911 will help you through motherhoodydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.comBlogger321125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-81093497128964842002010-09-15T13:37:00.004-05:002010-09-15T13:55:50.457-05:00TTT - Temper Tantrum Tactics!!!<span style="font-size:130%;"><br />Temper tantrums! Just lovely in the middle of the supermarket or another crowded place. We cannot avoid all temper tantrums, however here are a few suggestions that can help reduce the possibilities of your child having one:<br /><br /></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Avoid being in situations that can make your child uncomfortable.<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Encourage your child to talk about his or her feelings. Try to understand the way they feel and suggest a few words that can help them describe it.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Establish a daily routine so your child knows what to expect.<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Establish reasonable limits and don´t expect your child to be perfect. </span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Have snacks on hand.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Make sure your child is getting enough rest.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Avoid spending a lot of time in places where your child has to stay still or without playing.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:130%;">Distract your child when you feel a tantrum is about to take place. Sometimes something as simple as showing them a picture can avoid a tantrum.</span><br /></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-85282891089275962242010-04-22T08:43:00.002-05:002010-04-22T08:56:22.829-05:00ACTIVITY: Homemade Puppet Show!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S9BVRDbs8JI/AAAAAAAAALw/IHokqnvcf4I/s1600/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462960099468046482" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 216px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 219px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S9BVRDbs8JI/AAAAAAAAALw/IHokqnvcf4I/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">You will need:</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Posterboard</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Straws</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Markers</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Crayons</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Scissors</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Yarn, cloth</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Scotch tape</span></div><div><span style="font-size:130%;">A large cardboard box<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Sit with your child and help him/her draw pictures of animals or favorite characters on the posterboard. If your child is younger you can draw them, if they´re older they´ll want to do them by themselves. Color them with markers and crayons. Cut them out. Add clothes and hair with the yarn and cloth. Tape a straw to the back of each character to make a puppet. Write Puppet Show on the cardboard box. Have your child stand behind it and help him create a small show. You can make a small play using a favorite bedtime story or bring out the CD player or IPOD and have the puppets sing and dance. Great idea for a rainy day!</span> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-62094514725546017402010-04-22T08:36:00.002-05:002010-04-22T08:41:38.671-05:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S9BSBO6OEtI/AAAAAAAAALo/anWjfIqQl0k/s1600/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462956529136046802" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S9BSBO6OEtI/AAAAAAAAALo/anWjfIqQl0k/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Use a tool box with different compartments to store your daughter´s ribbons, hairbands and barrettes. She will easily find what she´s looking for.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-92058346761593057132010-04-22T08:35:00.000-05:002010-04-22T08:36:25.996-05:00DAILY RECIPE: Spring Salad!1 lettuce (washed and trimmed)<br />1 avocado<br />grapefruit slices<br />bacon bits<br />dressing (recipe follows)<br /><br />Slice avocado in half moons. In a large salad bowl spread out lettuce. Add avocado slices. Top with grapefruit. Pour dressing and sprinkle bacon bits. Serve immediately. Great for a hot day!<br /><br />Dressing: Blend 3/4 cup mayonaisse, 1/4 cup tomato ketchup, 1/4 cup pickles, 1 teaspoon lime juice and a pinch of sugar.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-21407124176172639612010-04-14T12:26:00.002-05:002010-04-14T12:29:29.413-05:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8X7VEpjYoI/AAAAAAAAALg/tb48v-zxUeM/s1600/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460046462700446338" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8X7VEpjYoI/AAAAAAAAALg/tb48v-zxUeM/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">When offering apples to a young child, cut them in slices instead of cubes. It´s easier for them to hold as they nibble at their pace.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-41733037992574408292010-04-14T12:11:00.004-05:002010-04-14T12:25:56.791-05:00ACTIVITY: My Happiness Box<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8X6Y5-vWyI/AAAAAAAAALY/__3V5D5NFmk/s1600/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460045429044370210" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 171px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 165px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8X6Y5-vWyI/AAAAAAAAALY/__3V5D5NFmk/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a great activity that will be the perfect solution to those I-fell-off-my-bike-and-the-kid-next-door-doesn´t-want-to-play-with-me-and-my-team-lost-the-game days!</span></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>You will need:</div><br /><div></div><div>A small shoe box</div><div>Paint, paper, markers and stickers to decorate box</div><div>A small blank pad or large strips of recycled paper</div><div>Paper cutter</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>What to do:</div><br /><div></div><div>Decorate the shoe box with your children, you can be as creative as you wish. When you´re done, cut a slit on top wide enough to fit a folded piece of paper. Use the strips to write happy thoughts. These can be written throughout several weeks or even months. Every time a happy, funny, or joyful event occurs, write it down and drop it in the box. It can only be opened when mommy says so, but it is sure to brighten future rainy days, as together you remember those happy moments you´ve collected through the months.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-37435782915980520142010-04-14T12:06:00.002-05:002010-04-14T12:10:35.894-05:00DAILY RECIPE : Breakfast Sandwich!2 slices whole wheat bread<br />1 tablespoon cream cheese<br />1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts<br />2 eggs<br />1 teaspoon milk<br />1 slice Kraft singles<br /><br />Beat eggs with milk and cook well in a dab of butter. Meanwhile toast bread and spread both slices with cream cheese. Take a slice and add egg, cheese slice and alfalfa sprouts. Top with other slice and cut in half. Delicious and great for an on-the-go breakfast!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-40256184410672404492010-04-13T10:41:00.003-05:002010-04-13T10:44:27.338-05:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SRUuzbzGI/AAAAAAAAALI/5OH7-a8byks/s1600/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459648433627057250" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SRUuzbzGI/AAAAAAAAALI/5OH7-a8byks/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Keep a few used dryer sheets under the sink. When you don´t have much time, wipe the sink and counter quickly with one. Instant shine!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-55239740125489757412010-04-13T10:35:00.002-05:002010-04-13T10:41:16.119-05:00ARTICLE: Children and Nature<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SQizB0KWI/AAAAAAAAALA/U90wxHRMxGk/s1600/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459647575767656802" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 190px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SQizB0KWI/AAAAAAAAALA/U90wxHRMxGk/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Modern life and especially modern cities have taken much of the wonders of nature away from us. When I was young I remember fireflies in my backyard in summer nights; now it´s almost impossible to find them in the city, and even out in the country they don´t seem to appear as often. This is just an example but the truth is our children are not in touch with nature at a time they should really be in. Our planet needs our help and although we are teaching them all about recycling and environmental awareness they should really know what they are protecting and the wonders that our Earth has. I believe it´s important that our children plant a tree, go on nature hikes and learn to respect all plants and animals. If we start this at home their interest in the world around them begins to grow and hopefully it will be easier for them to understand the real need for a change in how we take care of the environment. Some ideas to get you started: plant a tree in your backyard, take turns watering it and measure how much it grows each month; learn about a new animal every month, see which member of the family can find more information on it and if it´s endagered or threatened; go to a different habitat nearby, it can be a mountain, lake, river or beach, talk about how it´s different from where you live and what kind of different plants or animals live there. </div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-55992932528638632992010-04-13T10:24:00.002-05:002010-04-13T10:31:40.542-05:00DAILY RECIPE: Banana Shake!<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SOOBl6K3I/AAAAAAAAAK4/OYxYQ6L9Spw/s1600/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459645019876633458" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 166px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 145px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SOOBl6K3I/AAAAAAAAAK4/OYxYQ6L9Spw/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a> 1 cup milk <div>1 banana</div><div>1 tablespoon sugar</div><div>1 teaspoon vanilla</div><br /><div></div><div>Blend all ingredients and serve in tall glass with a straw. A great breakfast drink children will love!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-69532563661535748482010-04-13T10:20:00.002-05:002010-04-13T10:24:17.065-05:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SMkePNCjI/AAAAAAAAAKw/fPJA09-BDhY/s1600/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459643206499895858" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8SMkePNCjI/AAAAAAAAAKw/fPJA09-BDhY/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">At breakfast, substitute a banana shake for your kids´chocolate milk. Extra nutrition and they´ll love the taste!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-90544992183941357992010-04-12T12:13:00.002-05:002010-04-12T12:18:31.396-05:00DAILY RECIPE: Tuna Stuffed Avocados<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8NVw7tGPhI/AAAAAAAAAKo/Eac3sTmh3WU/s1600/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459301472452099602" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 133px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8NVw7tGPhI/AAAAAAAAAKo/Eac3sTmh3WU/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a> 3 firm avocados <div>2 cans tuna</div><div>1/2 cup light mayo</div><div>diced cooked vegetables (carrot, zuchini, etc.)</div><div>salt and pepper</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Mix tuna, mayo and vegetables. Season well. Slice avocados vertically into halves. Remove seed. Fill dent with tuna mixture. Serve chilled on a hot day.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-48959220522939822182010-04-12T12:11:00.003-05:002010-04-12T12:13:12.037-05:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8NUlXQYbgI/AAAAAAAAAKg/EmHs57v2NPY/s1600/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459300174177791490" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S8NUlXQYbgI/AAAAAAAAAKg/EmHs57v2NPY/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Tough to remove deodorant stains? Soak in white vinegar before throwing shirt into the washer. Works wonders!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-87722069499719396512010-03-09T10:19:00.004-06:002010-03-09T10:49:18.276-06:00ARTICLE - Growing Up - Making Decisions<div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z5oHfeYzI/AAAAAAAAAKI/R3O6RbTJXzE/s1600-h/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5446674529463984946" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 172px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 173px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z5oHfeYzI/AAAAAAAAAKI/R3O6RbTJXzE/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;">As babies we make all decisions for our children. What to wear, where to go, who to play with. But as they grow older, we need to start letting them decide some things for themselves. This will serve as a lesson in important decision making later in life. How can we start? Toys. As older babies we can place several toys in front of them and let them decide what to play with and for how long before switching to the next toy. Clothes. Of course we won´t let them wear what they want to Sunday church if we don´t want to see a bathing suit, baseball cap and boot ensamble with a very startled preacher! But if we´re planning to spend the day at home we can start letting them pick out their outfit and gradually teach them what attire is proper for what. Don´t worry, it takes time, but as long as you´re not going to school, a birthday party or a visit with grandparents, why can´t they wear clothes that don´t match? Food. We can´t let them decide what to eat every day, and even when we do, this category can´t be all open or we would be serving pizza and ice-cream daily! But what about this?<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z7s2DXktI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/GLlZDfwpS-Y/s1600-h/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5446676809705296594" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 166px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z7s2DXktI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/GLlZDfwpS-Y/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a> When going to the supermarket, would they prefer spinach or steamed carrots this week? Would they prefer apple or orange juice in their lunches? These may seem like little things but they really can make a difference in our children. First, they start making decisions and learning the consecuences of what they choose; but also, they are being heard and their opinions and choices are being considered by their family.</span> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-12595632243390888422010-03-09T09:59:00.003-06:002010-03-09T10:16:19.756-06:00DAILY RECIPE: FishBalls<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z0J_5FZ9I/AAAAAAAAAKA/_XEmJ8eSm8c/s1600-h/hoy.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5446668514469701586" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 255px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 132px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5Z0J_5FZ9I/AAAAAAAAAKA/_XEmJ8eSm8c/s200/hoy.bmp" border="0" /></a> 2 tablespoons olive oil<br /><div>1 small onion (diced)</div><div>3 small fish filets (cooked)</div><div>2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)</div><div>2 potatoes (cooked and mashed)</div><div>2 eggs (beaten)</div><div>1 cup bread crumbs</div><div>salt and pepper</div><div>flour</div><div>vegetable oil</div><br /><div></div><div>Heat olive oil, add onion and sauteé 3 minutes over low heat. Add fish and garlic, season and cook 4 minutes over medium heat. Add potatoes, mix well and cook 3 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Make small balls and pass them through flour. Dip in beaten eggs and cover with bread crumbs. Cook in hot oil until golden. Serve with ketchup or tartar sauce.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-9273805953993026422010-03-09T09:56:00.002-06:002010-03-09T09:59:52.235-06:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5ZwZIXKFvI/AAAAAAAAAJ4/Rtwch3tzG8c/s1600-h/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5446664376394847986" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S5ZwZIXKFvI/AAAAAAAAAJ4/Rtwch3tzG8c/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Make school lunches one night before and store in the fridge. It will relieve you of morning tension!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-92040488432127424682010-02-22T12:37:00.003-06:002010-02-22T12:40:48.872-06:00DAILY RECIPE: Spinach Chicken Pockets3 pitas cut into 2 pockets each<br />1 bag frozen spinach<br />1 cup heavy cream<br />2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken<br />1 small can corn kernels<br />salt and pepper<br />1 tablespoon butter<br /><br />Thaw spinach. Melt butter over low heat, add spinach and cook well. Season with salt and pepper. Add corn, chicken and heavy cream. Cook throughly and season again. Stuff each pita pocket and serve immediately.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-57606342622816898792010-02-22T12:29:00.003-06:002010-02-22T12:37:16.790-06:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S4LOzyUGMgI/AAAAAAAAAJw/6DaDTi0cM0U/s1600-h/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441138688891695618" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S4LOzyUGMgI/AAAAAAAAAJw/6DaDTi0cM0U/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Have a craft day once a month. Save cans, boxes, lids and other gadgets from the kitchen. Prepare glue, markers, paper and string and host a craft day with your children. Let them create different animals, toys or musical instruments. Promote creativity, following instructions and teamwork.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-1545084226901578382010-02-12T12:07:00.002-06:002010-02-12T12:10:16.463-06:00DAILY RECIPE: Valentine´s Day Sandwiches<span style="font-size:130%;">10 slices ham</span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">2/3 cup mayonaisse</span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">20 slices of white bread</span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">heart shaped cookie cutter</span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Cut heart shape out of each slice of bread. Blend ham and mayonaisse until a soft paste is formed (more ham or mayo might be needed). Spread each "heart" and place on a tray. Celebrte Valentine´s Day with delicious, kid-friendly, pink hearts!</span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-31990742947572447222010-02-12T12:03:00.002-06:002010-02-12T12:07:20.339-06:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3WYyPuHYWI/AAAAAAAAAJo/SzcAY_cqVl0/s1600-h/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437420114100576610" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3WYyPuHYWI/AAAAAAAAAJo/SzcAY_cqVl0/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Always carry a basic first aid kit in your purse or diaper bag (antiseptic cleaner, band-aids, tylenol, tums, etc.)</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-60364916185823575632010-02-10T12:12:00.003-06:002010-02-10T12:21:01.296-06:00ACTIVITY: Valentine´s Cat Mailbox<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3L4v1-DYOI/AAAAAAAAAJg/NaQVq-xXUyk/s1600-h/valentines+mailbox.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436681201014497506" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 191px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 195px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3L4v1-DYOI/AAAAAAAAAJg/NaQVq-xXUyk/s200/valentines+mailbox.bmp" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;">You will need:</span><br /><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Red posterboard</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Scissors</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Black Marker</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Shoe Box</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Pink or white wrapping paper</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Glue or scotch tape</span></div><br /><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Wrap shoe box in wrapping paper. Cut, from the red posterboard, two large hearts, six medium hearts and six tiny hearts. Arrange to form a cat as shown in the image: the large hearts are head and body; the medium hearts form the ears, hands and feet; the tiny hearts are all lined up to form the tail. Use the black marker to add eyes and nose in the shape of a heart too. With the scissors or with a paper cutter, cut a rectangular slit for the mouth making sure you go all the way through the shoe box. This is the opening for the valentines to go in. When ready, open the shoe box and hand out the valentines!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-3724593593182406692010-02-10T11:54:00.003-06:002010-02-10T11:58:56.713-06:00DAILY RECIPE: Salmon Pasta1 small pkg smoked salmon, cut into bite size pieces<br />1 500 gr pkg of pasta<br />1/2 stick butter<br />1 tbsp olive oil<br />2 tbsp finely chopped onion<br />2 tbsp finely chopped parsley<br />2 cups heavy cream<br />garlic salt<br /><br />Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add olive oil, onion and parsley and cook well. Season with garlic salt. Add smoked salmon and cook 5 minutes more. Add heavy cream and check for seasoning. Add cooked pasta and toss well.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-74066967688061834492010-02-10T11:48:00.003-06:002010-02-10T11:54:02.344-06:00TIP OF THE DAY<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3Lyp0zVZlI/AAAAAAAAAJY/sGLo1IuMh6U/s1600-h/tip.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436674500552123986" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 128px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S3Lyp0zVZlI/AAAAAAAAAJY/sGLo1IuMh6U/s200/tip.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:130%;">Place a metal spoon in the fridge. Quickly tap under your eyes to get rid of those "I was up all night with the baby" eyes.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-26458691557854603192010-02-05T10:00:00.002-06:002010-02-05T10:09:18.366-06:00ARTICLE: Super Bowl Party with Kids!<div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;"> The Super Bowl is this next Sunday and probably, your husband, family, friends, children or even you : are super excited about the upcoming party! However, have you planned on what to do with you younger children when they figure out that, no, they can´t stay sitting down for a full quarter? Here are some ideas and tips:</span></div><ul><li><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Plan on snacks that children can also enjoy, set a plate aside for them, so they don´t re-dip their Tostitos in the dip bowl!</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Stock up on coloring books, crayons, and recycled paper. Ask them to draw a football, or their team´s mascot or symbol, the stadium, the players or even the weather. This way they feel they are still part of the Super Bowl Party!</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">If you have a yard where you can keep an eye on them from the tv, and the weather allows it, set a few outdoor balls, hula hoops, or toys that they can play with before dark.</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Keep a few books on hand, they can quietly sit to read or look at pictures at least until the next first down!</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Have them release their energy with a good scream after a good play. Tell them that when everyone jumps up, shouts or says "All right!" they too can join in the fun!</span></div></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2974494856157116609.post-87308359486570188712010-02-05T09:45:00.005-06:002010-02-05T10:00:19.456-06:00DAILY RECIPE: Super Bowl Ultimate Chicken Wings<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S2xAPdeo1RI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/K3vXcBRlZ84/s1600-h/hoy.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434789484684694802" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_hTKsvEH58fQ/S2xAPdeo1RI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/K3vXcBRlZ84/s200/hoy.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">2 lb chicken wings</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">1 tbsp olive oil</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">1/2 cup honey</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">3 tbsp soy sauce</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">2 tbsp white vinegar</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">2 tbsp teriyaki sauce</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">3 garlic cloves, finely chopped</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">salt, black pepper, cayenne peppper</span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;">Pre-heat oven to 325°F. Place chicken wings in a pot with boiling water and cook for 15 minutes. Heat olive oil in an oven proof pan. Mix honey, soy sauce, white vinegar, teriyaki sauce and garlic. Place chicken wings in hot oil and cover with mixture. Season with salt and peppers. Place in oven for 20 minutes, turn over, and cook 20 minutes more or until done. Enjoy with the first touchdown!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Mothers911: Advice, tips, ideas and help for Moms</div>ydphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16876470710658961696noreply@blogger.com0