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Posted by Neena on 11/12/08 in Just for Moms, Parenting Tips
So who is it that is writing parenting tips at this NeenMachine site?
The folks at MomDot.com are hosting a holiday party and I thought I would join in. Basically each day for the month of November there will be a new question that we can answer on out sites. The first day’s question is to introduce our families and include pictures of Christmas’ past.
Well, that is a harder question than it seems. I don’t really post much about myself here. I kind of stick to stuff that may be of interest to other parents. And most of it revolves around kids.
But in the spirit of the holidays - (and some parenting advice will follow, I promise!) here is a little bit about me.
I am a mom of four kids - 3 boys and a girl. My oldest is in seventh grade (already!) and my youngest is in kindergarten. The two in between are a fifth grader and a third grader. Before I had kids I loved baking, reading, crocheting, and lots of quiet activities. Now, post kids, my newest hobbies are chauffeuring, cheering at sporting events, laundry, and minute meals, and lots of organizing.. And, of course, working on my websites.
As far as pictures go, well, I just don’t do that. Maybe next year!
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Tracye | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Nice to meet you!
Hayley | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Sounds like you have your hands full!
Cat @ 3KidsnUs | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
It’s nice to meet you and I can’t wait to read more of your blog.
Christy | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Isn’t it amazing how things change after kids?
Louise | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Thanks for sharing the stories of a busy mom. My husband wishes I wouldn’t post family pictures on the web. I still do though
sandyra | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Isn’t it interesting how are interests change when we become parents. I used to like quite activities too.
Melissa @ Blog, what blog? | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Great intro!
What a cool blog! I definitly need to come back!
Michelle | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
How is it that I’m the first one to write a comment? I feel special - LOL. Thanks for sharing about your family. Amazing how our hobbies completely change post-kids, isn’t it?
Kimberly @ AllAboutKimberly | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Nice post. I can’t imagine having 3 boys.
Staci A | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Your post-kid activities sound a lot like mine!
Trish | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Welcome to the party!
Natalie | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
I look forward to exploring your site more. I can always use parenting advice.
Melissa | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
Hope you have a good holiday!
Amy | Nov 12, 2008 | Reply
It is funny how thing change when we have kids. I use to consider it a hobby of mine to read a book while taking a nice long, hot bath. Now I am lucky to get an uninterrupted 5 minute shower. Someday I am lucky to get a shower at all.
Amanda | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
I share your new hobbies as well, but in our house they’ve become 4 letter words some days.
Alisha | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
It is amazing what kids will do your life. They turn it upside down that is for sure. However, for the good. I may not get to enjoy what I loved to do before kids, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love what I GET to do now.
Rita @ My Precious Pennies | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
Glad that you’re playing along with the party…look forward to hearing more from you in the coming days!
lind | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
hello and happy holidays!
Neena | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
@ Tracye - Nice to meet you too!
@ Hayley - Just when I thought things couldn’t get any busier!
@ cat - Thanks for the compliment!
@ Christy - More than anyone could possibly imagine.
Neena | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
@ Louise - I’m probably just being old fashioned about not posting pics but you have to go with what you’re comfortable with.
Neena | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
@ Sandyra - I have had a book on my end table for about 5 weeks and I think I am still only on the second chapter - I should really just give up all hope!
Neena | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
@ Melissa - Thanks!
@ Michelle - The biggest change is time - or shall I say lack of time!
@ Kimberly - The energy level in our house is always very high - that’s for sure!
@ Staci A - That’s what parenting is all about, I guess.
@ Trish - Thanks!
@ Natalie - Thanks - it’s all about sharing our experiences - and maybe making it easier for someone else.
@ Melissa - Happy Holidays to you as well!
@ Amy - I am quite familiar with those no shower days - unfortunately!
@ Amanda - Too true - parenting is not all fun and games and patience can run a little thin.
@ Alisha - You are right, I wouldn’t have it any other way!
@ Rita - Thanks!
@ lind - Happy Holidays to you too!
Jaime @ Just Add Laughter | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
Looks like holidays in your house are the big family affairs! LOVE it when they’re like that!
Nice to meet you!
Jessica NBP | Nov 13, 2008 | Reply
Thanks for sharing!