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New Topic - Increase Your Brain Power

I recently received two books that have increased my brain power, and if interested, you can increase your brain power, too! I've shared their reviews in the new topic: Increase Your Brain Power.

The books mentioned in these reviews:
Know It All: The Little Book of Essential Knowledge
i before e (except after c)

ENJOY! I sure did!

No Child Left Behind has failed America. How do we change that?

Imagine making a difference in the American school system. Imagine helping educators and students move past President Bush's failed No Child Left Behind act. Imagine moving America in line with the top school system of the world.

It IS possible, and Tony Wagner is going to tell you how!

The Global Achievement Gap is a dream come true for those interested in seeing the American school system advance into the 21st century.

You can read a review of the book by visiting the In the Classroom topic at The Parent Station.

You can also read more by Tony Wagner, author of The Global Achievement Gap: Why Even Our Best Schools Don't Teach The New Survival Skills Our Kids Need -- And What We Can Do About It, at the following link:
Education Accountability Version 2.0: A Letter to the Next President

Awesome New Featured Product at WAHShopping

If you have children, or have a child in your life, there's a great gift idea for you at WAHShopping.com:

You're An Angel - A Personalized Lullaby CD - A collection of 8 classic lullabies in which your child's name is mentioned 35 times.

This is great for Baby Showers as a gift to mom (as long as you know baby's name). But there are many other kinds of personalized music CDs at Kids Personalized Music

What a GREAT gift idea... buy now and SAVE!

This year, I am stocking up on personalized note cards as gifts. Sally at Little Junebug Graphics is so easy to work with and her product is very high quality!

Right now, through the 19th of November, you can save when you make a purchase from her website. Read more here:
http://tcsponsors.blogspot.com/2008/11/little-junebug-graphics-annual-holiday.html

In my opinion, these are not only economical gifts to give that special person, but a very thoughtful gift, too! Everyone LOVES something with THEIR name on it.

Big Changes This Week!

Towle Creations made some big changes this week!

First, we closed WAHJunction. I moved all the content from that site to WAHStation, so the information is still there, but it is coupled with information that draws the same traffic. Basically, this consolidation makes it easier for me to manage my work load.

Secondly, and sadly enough, I decided to close Mommy Loves Freebies. It became a lot bigger than I had anticipated and managing the information was just a beast! Since the birth of my twins I've been pulled in every which way, and managing my websites has had to happen in smaller windows of time.

To help make up for the loss of our "freebie" site, we've partnered with great sponsors to bring you quarterly contests on this blog. If you look to the right, you will see an entry form for entering a contest to win a set of 10 personalized note cards from Little Junebug Graphics. You can enter to win every single day, and if you sign up for our TC Village Newsletter Blog Update email mailing list, I will include the option for our subscribers to earn additional entries into the drawing.

I don't anticipate making any additional changes to our websites. What we have will remain, as they have proven to be the most valuable in our family of sites.

So, enter to win today, and be sure to sign up for the email mailing list, too. Your info will never be sold or shared, and that's a promise!

Feedback on Sponsors

Since I've been making changes to our websites, I've added Feedback on Sponsors to our management site, Towle Creations. The current feedback is from winners of contests we've hosted, and I plan on getting more on those pages in the coming weeks.

Read about our sponsors today:
http://www.towlecreations.com/feedback-on-sponsors.php

A Farewell and a Move

We are saying goodbye to WAHJunction, and have moved all the content from that site to WAHStation.com.

WAHStation.com will serve as THE resource for work-at-home and small business owners, and THE place for you to search out work-at-home opportunities.

So, if you are interested in working at home, or if you already work from home, check out WAHStation.com, helping you become a work-at-home success!

Did you recently give birth?

The Parent Station has a new topic: Life Postpartum. Life isn't easy after you've given birth. Whether it be the first time or the 5th time, so much happens during the months following the birth of your child. For nine months we (baby included) are the center of attention. People constantly ask us how we are doing, how we feel, how we are sleeping, and so much more. Then, before we know it, we are put on the back burner by ourselves and our friends and family because once the baby arrives THEY are the center of the universe for the time being. So what happens to us as mothers? We got questions galore, and Life Postpartum helps you find some of the answers!

In our featured article, Jennifer Wider, M.D.'s book The New Mom's Survival Guide: How to Reclaim Your Body, Your Health, Your Sanity, and Your Sex Life After Having a Baby, is reviewed by yours truly. We've also got a couple of other articles linked from the topic regarding your postpartum happiness and clearing up any confusion you may have on postpartum depression.

Visit Life Postpartum today!

Learn more about marketing your at-home business

With the American economy tanking faster than the Titanic, small business owners, especially work-at-home business owners are feeling the effects of the sinking ship. So, this is the time where you need to market your business more heavily than ever before! Money is tight, and people are staying home more often than before... many of them spending more time on the Internet. So, take a moment and read the WAHStation's newest article on Sales and Marketing. You might learn something new that will create a little more business you probably need!

So, your kids are in school...

Whether you have young kids or teenagers, we've got a few topics that are not only informative, but very helpful to parents and teachers.

I recently reviewed a book, An Intimate Understanding of America's Teenagers: Shaking Hands with Aliens, by Bruce Gevirtzman. You can read the review in the Parenting Teenagers topic at The Parent Station. The book itself if an easy read - the author is comical as well as informative in his writings around teens - and how we as adults can learn to understand them.

Gevirtzman also wrote an excellent piece about Parents and their role in education. You can read his article Parents and Failure at the Back to School topic at The Parent Station.

Gevirtzman is an amazing resource that you as a parent should tap. An Intimate Understanding of America's Teenagers is a MUST HAVE for all parents. Even though I don't parent any teens myself, my day IS coming and reading up on this in advance is more than helpful in the phases I am dealing with right now... as I can only set things up to go better for my teens when they reach that age.

Attention Vegans - We've got more for you!

We've added Vegan Living to the Hobbies & Leisure Channel at The Parent Station. For those who are Vegan or interested in becoming Vegan, you'll find the featured article interesting:
Become a Successful Vegan with Smart Food Substitutions

I've also added the Vegan Lunch Box page, where you can learn more about what foods to add to your child's vegan lunch!

There are other articles at Vegan Living that you will enjoy! Visit today!

New Topic at The Parent Station - Behavioral Issues

While in search of some answers for our own issues at home, I came across an article I thought might help some of you that have children who might be having a hard time keeping their behavior in check. Since my son started Kindergarten, he's spread his wings and although he is a little more independent, his behavior reflects this new-found state of being and his behavior has changed, too. So if you may need help in understanding some of your own children's issues, check our Behavioral Issues at The Parent Station's Pregnancy, Birth and Parenting Channel.

Some of you may also want to read more about discipline, because even when we have to put them back in line, we can do it in a loving way that encourages good behavior.

New Topic at The Parent Station - Toy Safety

A great way to introduce you to our newest topic at The Parent Station, Toy Safety, is to start off by featuring an excerpt from the book The Coming China Wars, where author Peter Navarro reminds us of just how serious so many of the recent toys recalls really are.

Visit the new topic Toy Safety today!

Product Review - Herbal Tea Concentrate

Looking for a boost that not only increases your energy, but your metabolism, too? Well, I just reviewed a product that will most definitely interest you! You can read more about it at the Towle Creations' Sponsors Blog:
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Not only do I highly recommend this product, but I highly suggest purchasing the product through The Nutrition Mission, a current sponsor of our websites!

New Sponsor - Jenny Murff of Taste of Home Entertaining

4 Reasons to Join Taste of Home Entertaining - Watch the video to learn why Taste of Home Entertaining is a recession-proof business that helps you succeed in today's changing economy. Earn i-Phones, laptops, and more! Taste of Home Entertaining will even buy your gas!! Our beautiful catalog features products to help you entertain with ease. From inspiration to preparation and on to presentation, Taste of Home Entertaining has it all! Our incredible hostess plan offers lots of free products! Visit my catalog at http://jennymurff.tohe.com

Sponsor Discounts at the Towle Creations' Sponsors Blog!

We had many new sponsor discounts added to the Towle Creations' Sponsors Blog!

From beauty and cosmetics to clothing, accessories, and healthful products... you can get it all and get it CHEAPER than you would with other online merchants!

VISIT TODAY and learn about those discounts available to YOU!

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Baby Safety Month & Our Sponsor's Participation

Micah & Co. We at Micah & Co are proud to be active participants in September’s National Baby Safety Month. In honor of babies everywhere, we are having a fabulous sale. Not only will you receive 20% off of any baby safety product, but you will also save 20% on our entire catalog through the month of September.

Enter Voucher Code SAFEBABY at checkout and save!

Micah & Co. is very different from all the other online stores out there in that we offer a uniquely wonderful selection of boutique baby products, trendy gifts, as well as fantastic pampering products for mom. Micah & Co. also offers the very important baby safety essentials for parents bringing home a little one. We provide a stress-free online shopping experience, regardless of whether your need is finding the perfect baby gift for a friend, gearing up for your own little one, or indulging in a little self-pampering before and after the big day. You will find everything you need here at Micah & Co.

We've got a new sponsor

I'd love to introduce you to our newest sponsor:

Unselfish Wealth
Are you tired of joining program after program and not getting anywhere? Do you always feel like you're on your own without any real help? ALL of our team advertising drives traffic and signups to our newer members! This is an AFFORDABLE home business where everyone as an equal opportunity to succeed!

New at the Towle Creations' Sponsors Blog

A new sponsor's discount has been added to our Towle Creations' Sponsors Blog:
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Enjoy!

MLM Resources at WAHStation

Learn more about succeeding with an MLM business at WAHStation! Our newest article can help:

How To Win The MLM Rat Race
"To win in the MLM Rat Race you must first separate yourself from the pack! Here is the number one rule you MUST not break if you want to succeed in building an MLM business online..." read more...

New at WAHStation

Interested in eBooks, how to write them and how to sell them for profit?

Visit our newest article at WAHStation:

Five Tips for Writing E-Books That Sell
By Jennifer Williamson

Writing and selling e-books online can be a great way to make money. The problem is that a lot of people are trying it, and not everybody succeeds. In an age where everyone is trying to profit from their own online publishing ventures, how can you make your e-book sell? Here are five tips for writing an e-book that sells well.

Click here to read more!

New Sponsors!

We've got new sponsors to introduce you to!

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Independent Profit Center
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Kid's Personalized Music
Our children's personalized CD's are great for all occasions, from holidays to birthdays, baby showers to sporting events. We have over 2,000 names to choose from, covering 24 different CD's (including a Spanish series) each one saying the child's name throughout the entire CD, adding to the thrill and excitement of this special gift. You also have the option of further personalization by adding a message for the child on the label of every CD. It's "Music that sings your child's name!"


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Youth Sports at the Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting Channel

I've just added a new topic to The Parent Station's Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting Channel:
Youth Sports.

Diversity in Youth Sports
"Researchers estimate that over 14 million children play one type of organized sport and several of those youngsters play multiple sports depending on the season. Sports are important for teaching good sportsmanship, goal-setting, teamwork, and for encouraging children to have an active lifestyle. Aside from these obvious advantages, organized sports can also play a much larger and culturally significant role as well." Read more...

Frugal Living at the Women's Interest Channel

We've got a newly added Featured Article at the Women's Interest Channel at The Parent Station:

Frugal Living Tip - Giving Yourself a Reason to Save Money:

"In the US and much of the Western world, we equate money with happiness, even though our personal experience seldom gives us reason to believe that the old saying "you can't buy happiness" is anything less than true. We assure ourselves that if we only get a raise or get a better job or win the lottery, all of the stress of daily life will disappear and we'll have time for those things in life we really enjoy." Read more...

The Parent Station's Newsletter Archives

For your reference, here are The Parent Station's Newsletter Archive List

• 05-26-2008
• 05-09-2008
• 04-29-2008
• 04-07-2008
• 03-21-2008
• 03-10-2008
• 03-02-2008
• 01-15-2008
• 11-19-2007
• 10-17-2007
• 10-01-2007
• 09-11-2007
• 08-30-2007
• 08-27-2007