Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson is a mother of two young boys, pediatrician, a wife of pediatric radiologist and now a blogger. In an interview with Seattle Mom blogs, she shares that part of her blog’s mission is to illustrate her story and life where parents already are—online. She says that the internet provides [...]
Thank you for such a HUGE response to Marne’s first EVER Housecleaning Give-Away!
After reading so many submissions, Marne found it nearly impossible to choose just ONE winner! So…while your nomination may not appear as the first winner, stay tuned! She will be doing more give-aways in the weeks to come.
Many of you nominated a friend or [...]
Seattle Mom Blogs has teamed up with our friend, Marne, of Marne’s Cleaning to bring you (or a friend of yours, really) a chance at an awesome giveaway!
Do you know someone who could use some extra hands around the house? Did they make a New Years resolution to finally attack all those dust bunnies, [...]
So weekly updates didn’t last too long, did they? Sigh. I’ll just plead life and know you all understand. This will be a quick one but here’s what’s been going on: Sven the trainer is still awesome. Last week, I emailed him and told him I was game to up the intensity of the workouts. He answered that with a workout yesterday that left me in a sweaty puddle on the floor at times. It was one of those intense, push yourself to the limits workouts where you are so fatigued... more
I’m back from the week out of town. I packed my running gear and workout clothes and started off with a bang. The first morning I got up and my mother in law took me to a fantastic trail in the mountains. I ran 8 miles on a snow covered trail, along a river and loved it. I had forgotten to bring my Zune so I ran to the sound of the river and my shoes on the snow. The 2nd day, I went with my mother in law to her “gym”. Interesting. I’ll leave it at that for now. ... more
Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson, Mama Doc Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson is a mother of two young boys, pediatrician, a wife of pediatric radiologist and now a blogger. In an interview with Seattle Mom blogs, she shares that part of her blog’s mission is to illustrate her story and life where parents already are—online. She says that the internet provides a cadence of conversations for people who would otherwise be isolated and gives readers a sense of camaraderie. On her blog, Seattle Mama Doc, Dr. Swanson marries... more
Cross-posted from Because I Must Blog Dammit! Friday evening several SMBs and one SDB (that would be Seattle Dad Blogger) had the pleasure of attending a demo for Games2U, a mobile gaming theater new to the Seattle market. One word: Supermegaawesome! Ok, that was several “words” (and poor grammar), but it’s challenging to articulate how ridiculously fun a temperature controlled 25 ft trailer with seating inside for up to 16-18 kids (or 12 adults comfortably), 6 – 52 inch... more
good clean fun! Kim Smith is a former baker mother whose own experience led to a business, Max’s Mud, that not only has helped her family, but aids other families looking for creative and healthy play for their children. She tells us her story on what it’s like to balance a new business and family bustle, and the work it takes to enter the toy market. Tell me about the genesis of Max’s Mud. Where were you in your life and what gave you the idea? My husband, Craig and I had a... more
The first time I ever pondered the idea of letting one of my kids stay home alone…I nearly drove myself crazy with worry. What if they burn the house down? What if they hurt themselves? What if they open the door to a stranger? What if ? What if? What if? So many what ifs! My older children are both boys, with two completely different personalities. One is fearless, the other is cautious. One is adventurous, the other is less so. One is a risk taker, the other is a rule follower. ... more
Thank you for such a HUGE response to Marne’s first EVER Housecleaning Give-Away! After reading so many submissions, Marne found it nearly impossible to choose just ONE winner! So…while your nomination may not appear as the first winner, stay tuned! She will be doing more give-aways in the weeks to come. Many of you nominated a friend or relative facing a difficult callenge. Others of you thought about the people having a positive impact in our communities. All were very heartfelt... more
(OK, it’s a day late, a dollar short, whatever) So I’ve met with my new trainer twice now and I am so much happier. It doesn’t hurt that I have a little crush on him. A ridiculous crush as he’s 26 and in amazing shape. Me? I’m closing in on 40 and not in amazing shape. But he’s whip smart, funny as hell and makes me laugh. So, yes, these training sessions are going very well. Unlike the last trainer, this one has mandated that we meet once a week. ... more
(republished from 1/2/10) Back in September, I started working out with a personal trainer. I wrote about that trainer and my feelings about it. As time went on, I knew she was working to protect my best interests and health but I wanted more. I wanted to work out harder and longer and not take so many rest days. I actually hid from her one day when she had made me swear (including shaking hands) to take a rest day and I wanted to run instead. I kid you not. I snuck into the gym, went through... more
We are featuring another creative mother, blogger and businesswoman–Marci Cheesebrough who runs her own photography business: Shutterpated. She gives us some insight on what it’s like in her home and behind the lens and lends some advice to other women who might be thinking of starting businesses of their own. Tell me about yourself. Who makes up your family? I have been married to my husband Erik for 13 years. He is a computer Hardware Engineer. Together we have 4 children. Quinlin,... more
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