Monthly Archives: October 2008

Oct 29 2008

Stop MRSA Now!

Today I want to talk to you about an information give-away.Information so extremely important to you,me,us and everyone.
MRSA.
First,what is MRSA?
MRSA is a potentially life-threatening antibiotic
resistant form of Staph infection .
It is becoming increasingly more common in community settings, like gyms,
locker rooms, childcare centers and schools.

In the United States more deaths are as a result of MRSA than Aids.
Think about that for a minute.
Doctors say the rate of infection is growing more and more.

It is painful,tough and even deadly,yet there is something you can do to protect your family and those around you.
Get MRSA smart.
Learn how to reduce the spread of this awful infection.
Take a minute and visit STOP MRSA NOW
For those of you who cant use the hyper link the web site is :
http://www.stopmrsanow.org/
There you will find tips on how to protect those around you.
You will also find a Play Book that provides educational information and several personal stories written by those that MRSA has touched.
Below are some tips to get you started.
Use them,share them with friends family,your child’s school , gym etc.
In short ,tell everyone.

1.Scrub up – Wash hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 15 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand rub sanitizer.

2.Wipe it down – Use a disinfecting bleach solution to wipe down and disinfect hard surfaces. (1 tablespoon of disinfecting bleach diluted in 1 quart of water)

3.Cover your cuts – Keep any nicks or wounds covered with a clean, dry bandage until healed.

4.Keep to yourself – Do not share personal items, like towels or razors, that come into contact with bare skin.

5.Use a barrier – Keep a towel or clothing between skin and shared equipment.

MRSA is tragic, painful and even deadly.Help stop it in its tracks.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
love,Kathi

Oct 28 2008

Exciting Things Happening

So there are some big things happening in my world lately.  I’m excited to finally share the news with you.

beingsavvy_badgeI’ve been hired by Savvy Source, a national parenting blog aimed at parents of young children to write as a City Editor for their Cincinnati site – Being Savvy Cincinnati. Being Savvy Cincinnati’s purpose is help parents make the most of all that our city has to offer during their child’s magical early years. Everyday and off-beat activities, the latest thing to do, the tried and true and so much more – everything you need to know to help your preschooler learn and thrive.

I hope you’ll all add it to your reader/blogroll/favorites and come visit often.  I’m writing for the site along with my co-City Editor – Amy.  Amy is an amazing mom and preschool teacher who really has her finger on the pulse of the Ohio side of the river when it comes to exploring the Queen City!

Oct 27 2008

Chex Mix Bars and Gift Basket Giveaway!!

I think I’ve died and gone to heaven!!!!

What could fill me with such bliss full happiness you ask?

I just got a Chex Mix Bars Basket like the one on the left.

It’s an indulgent celebration of get this!! “Guiltless” Chocolate!!

Oh yes folks! The wonderful makers of Chex have come out with the most decadent yummy and guilt- free snacks ever!

They are new Chex Snack Bars that combine crunchy Chex pieces, pretzels and peanuts with chewy and indulgent ingredients like caramel and chocolate.

If that doesn’t get your taste buds drooling get this!

Each bar is less than 150 calories and has at least 8 grams of fiber per bar!(normal total fiber intake per day is 48 grams)

They come in two flavors so far.


Chocolate Turtle and

Chocolate Chunk …Drooling again aren’t you? (grin)

*So here’s your chance to win one of three luscious Chex Mix Bars Basket of Indulgence with a box of tasty Turtle Chex Mix Bars, chocolate candles, caramel lotion and spa essentials like a loofah, hand massager, nail brush and spa towel!!!!
Just leave a comment here on why you love chex and chocolate along with a contact email address .
On November 8th we will toss your names in the old now well worn salad bowl and draw 3.
Those lucky winners will be contacted by Chex via email to get your shipping address and in short time you could find yourself in Chocolate Heaven too!
Have a great week and keep coming back! We’ve more goodies to come!
Hugs!!! Kathi

We have our winners!
Bunny b,brimful curiosities and shawn.
Oops Bunny b has had to bow out =( so it was back to the salad bowl.
Our new 3rd winner is!!!
Kate!
I’ll be sending emails to all winners asking where youd like your goodies shipped to.Ill deliver the info to Chex and taa daa! Chocolate goodness!
I will be emailing each winner for their mailing address and forewarding the addresses on to Chex.
Thank you all for entering and look for more great reviews and giveaways to come!
Love and Hugs! Kathi

Oct 26 2008

There’s Nothing More Important Than Being a Great Parent

If there is one thing that I take seriously it’s being a parent. There is NOTHING more important to me than my children and their well being.

On November 8th, Beech Acres Parenting Center will host the For the Love of Kids, 2008 Parenting Conference at the Duke Energy Center downtown. The conference will feature 14 parenting experts all offering up their expertise on everything from exploring boundaries to sharing practical parenting insights.

Among the speakers is The Dr. William Sears of Ask Dr. Sears fame, who will be doing the morning key note – Raise a Smarter, happier, and Healthier Child - as well as hosting a workshop on attachment parenting.

Information on the conference came home with my son and it looks like there are a lot of great topics. In particular I thought the Raising the Men They Will Become session looked really interesting.

I recently spoke with the people organizing the conference and asked if they’d be willing to have one of the parenting conference experts answer questions submitted by Mommy Bits Readers… and they agreed!

So if you have a parenting question that you’d like to run by them, you can leave it in the comment section or email me at Shannanb (at) gmail (dot) com. I’ll compile all the questions on Friday, October 31, send them over for review and then post the answers here. You don’t have to live in Cincinnati to submit a question.

I’ll start. Here’s my question:

Recently my six year old son and I were out running errands when we drove past an empty store front. My son remembered that a Sofa Express had been there and asked me what had happened. I explained that it had closed and he got really quiet and concerned. His eyes teared up a little (he is a sensitive guy). He began to ask questions like what had happened to the people who had worked there, was this going to happen to places he cared about like his school, etc. This may sound silly, but my question is how do you address things like this with children, in a way they can understand that also makes sense and makes them feel secure?

If you are in the Cincinnati area, the conference runs from 9am-4:30pm on Saturday, November 8th. Cost is $45 for a full day; $30 for a half. You can register online at http://www.fortheloveofkids.com/.