career, kids and coffee

4.11.2010

texas stadium

good bye & thanks for all of the great memories!

image courtesy of los angeles times

4.09.2010

we all want to be better managers but are challenged with the time to squeeze it in, right? here's a great article from the Harvard Business Review to give you some ideas ... and they really take 15 min/day.

How to Manage People in 15 min/day

image courtesy of effective leadership styles

4.08.2010

what I'm watching ...

one of the ways that i unwind is to watch tv. it's like a bit of an escape and definitely a luxury ... but i do have a few favorites that tivo must get every week. this season the must see's in the edwards' home is parenthood ... if you haven't tuned in ... it may be worth a looksee! think about it ... if a show can make dax a serious actor it's got to be worth a watch.

image courtesy of nbc.com

4.07.2010

quote of the day

Motherhood has a very humanizing effect.

Everything gets reduced to essentials.

~Meryl Streep

4.06.2010

the gift card

the gift card has to be one of the single greatest inventions for the working mother! they are so easy to pick up, will fit in your wallet, and people love to get them. I always keep a few (with small amounts on them) in my wallet because you just never know when you're going to need one. I've given them to employees, co-workers, and clients. why just this morning I brought in some for the kid's teachers at daycare. for random acts of kindness I generally go with something basic like starbucks, target, cold stone, or itunes. just such a simple way to show your appreciation & thanks!

4.05.2010

the best lip gloss

i'm very particular about my makeup ... and I just can't get enough of this stuff! chanel's lip gloss!! it's great ... not too heavy but adds color & looks very natural. my color of choice - waterlily.