Wednesday's Word With: Katie

Katie, of Michigan, works full time at a local bank. She is a mother to three children, one boy and two girls. Her husband just became unemployed. "He helps by taking care of our children while I go to work," Katie said. "It is a change, but we are trying to make the best of it."

Busymom: Please introduce yourself.

Katie: I am a mother to two girls and one boy, all under age six years old. I work full time at a local bank for the last five years. My husband just became unemployed. It is a big change for us, but we are managing it.

Busymom: How are you managing as a family with one income?

Katie: Well, the children do not have to be with a babysitter--they are now with their dad while I am at work. He takes over some of my duties that I was doing while in between looking for a job. We have saved for a "Rainy Day"--which is helping us.

Busymom: How do you take care of yourself?

Katie: I enjoy my baths by using shower gels and bubble baths. I use candles as well as a method of relaxation.

Busymom: What advice do you have for busy moms?

Katie: It is ok if you and your spouse have to trade roles for a while. You will get to see the what the other goes through and appreciate them more!


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Monday's Spotlight: Malie Koke'e Natural Soy Candle

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Wednesday's Word With: Diane

After a nasty divorce, Diane of Illinois, vowed to be a role model for her young daughter. She wanted her daughter to see her as a strong and independent woman. "It is important for daughters to see their mothers as strong women," Diane said. She currently works part time as a teacher's aide at an elementary school.

Busymom: Please introduce yourself.

Diane: I am a newly divorced mother. I am slowly getting on my feet again. I now work as a teacher's aide at an elementary school. I also spend valuable time with my daughter who attends kindergarten.

Busymom: You are now the head of your household. You have more tasks to do than ever. Do you find a balance, and if so how?

Diane: I try to multi-task. I also use a day planner to write everything that must be done now or in the near future. I also write down appointments and other activities. Do I find a balance? That is a tough question to answer. Sometimes, I feel overwhelmed because of so many things to do. However, I have learned not to sweat the small stuff--which has made me feel a bit better. Although, my daughter is only in kindergarten, I include her in some of my tasks.

Busymom: How do you take care of yourself?

Diane: Well, I love candles. Not only do they have a beautiful scent, they are soothing and relaxing. Sometimes, I will use a shower gel as a treat. I definitely could not live without my day planner because my mind feels less cluttered.

Busymom: What kind of advice would you like to give to a busy mom?

Diane: Spend lots of time with your own children because sometimes circumstances may not allow it.

Busymom: Thank you for your time, Diane!

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Monday's Spotlight: Help me feel like I am on Vacation

Question: This Christmas break I cannot go away for a short vacation. I was wondering if Allizon.com has a product that allows me to vacation at home, feel as if I was on vacation.

Answer: At Allizon.com, you can find many beautiful products that allows you to feel as if you are on vacation. A product that you may want to consider is Malie Natural Soy Candles Pikake. These candles have Hawaiian scents that will nourish your soul. Other products to consider would be candles, lotions and gels, which are available at http://www.allizon.com.

Thursday's Treasures: Crystal Lights Lavender Bliss

You have truly not experienced candles, until you have the Crystal Lights Lavender Bliss, an All Natural Soy Candle and Warm Massage Oil. Unbelievable. This soy candle truly relaxes a person when lit.

The scent, beautiful lavender, will lift your spirit and put you in a relaxing mind. Another excellent feature is that the candle melts into a warm massage oil. How cool is that. You get TWO uses from this soy candle. OK, three, if you want to count using the container.

This EdenBodyWorks product are made by the Crystal Light Program: a network of youth entrepreneurs ages 9 to 12.

EdenBodyWorks soy candle is found at http://www.allizon.com/, marked at an excellent price!