Tips & Resources

What mom doesn't need an upgrade in the chaos-management department? Unfortunately, there's still only 24 hours in a day and 27 hours worth of stuff to do. You want a happy home, right? Do you get sidetracked? Sure. Who doesn't? Kathy Peel, AOL's Family and Kids Coach, is known for her "use 'em right now" tricks for creating a happy, low-stress homes and building strong family teams. In her books, Desperate Households and The Busy Mom's Guide to a Happy, Organized Home, she gives you tons of tips to help leave the chaos behind and enjoy your family, your life, and your home again. Cathy has been a favorite of mine ever since she helped me be creative with four kids! She's a mega-idea woman who passes on the best! Click here to get started managing your home more efficiently every day, all year long. The payoff is HUGE!"

Diane Meyer stayed at home during her kids' growing up years. She held down the fort while her husband traveled with his work and served the community in many roles including being elected to City Council. Now, her husband, the Rev. Dr. Dale A. Meyer, is President of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and Diane continues her community involvement, reaching out through her blog, www.respublica.typepad.com, addressing issues of interest on family, faith and future.

Where do you go for a "tune-up" when the song in your heart is a little off key? Anguish, disappointment, exhaustion take their toll on the soul. I'm always on the lookout for a "tune-up" and have options to make that "song" change keys or quiet down. Nibbling, actually wolfing down, chocolate is nice, Playing piano tunes me up a bit. Taking a walk is good. Exploring life issues with a friend always helps. Click here to learn more about a "tune-up" for your heart!

If you're expecting, or know someone who is, make sure you check this out.