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		<title>Pregnancy: After Birth: Should You Return to Work?</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/12/29/pregnancy-after-birth-should-you-return-to-work/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 29 Dec 2007 05:12:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you a woman who has just recently had a baby?Â  If you are, congratulations!Â  The birth of a new child is a fun, adventurous, and memorable experience.Â  Although work may be the farthest thing from your mind right now, it is something that you may want to take the time to think about.Â  After [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you a woman who has just recently had a baby?Â  If you are, congratulations!Â  The birth of a new child is a fun, adventurous, and memorable experience.Â  Although work may be the farthest thing from your mind right now, it is something that you may want to take the time to think about.Â  After having a baby, a large number of women wonder whether or not they should return to work.</p>
<p>When it comes to determining if you should return to work after having a baby, there are a number of important factors that you will want to take into consideration. For many women, money is an issue.Â  How is your current financial situation?Â  Before your baby was born, were you relying on one or two incomes?Â  This simple question may play an important role in your decision.Â  Many women are able to stay at home with their children if they have another source of income, like a regular paycheck from their spouse or live in partner.</p>
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<p>Although money may be an issue for you, when determining if you should return to work after the birth of your child, it is also important to examine the money that you may save. As a parent, you likely wouldnâ€™t send your child to just any daycare center.Â  Unfortunately, daycare providers that come highly rated and recommend often have high fees.Â  It is not uncommon for parents to pay one hundred dollars or more a week in childcare expenses, just for one child.Â  It is also important to examine the reduction in work purchased snacks and drinks, as well as gasoline to and from work.Â  After this comparison, you may find that staying home with your child, after their birth, is actually a cost effective solution.</p>
<p>When determining if you should return to work after the birth of your child, you are also urged to examine the benefits of staying home.Â  From birth to the toddler age, children are at an important stage in their life.Â  Many experts have stated that close contact between parents and their children can help improve their relationship, as well as improve their developmental skills, as someone is working with them at all times. These are just important factors to take into consideration.</p>
<p>Of course, it is also important to remember that you donâ€™t just have to be a stay-at-home mom.Â  There are a large number of mothers in the United States who are considered work-at-home moms. With a computer and internet access, there are a number of work-at-home jobs or home-based business opportunities that can allow you to stay at home with your new baby, as well as bring in a source of income.Â  If you have yet to return to work, working from home is something that you may at least want to take into consideration.</p>
<p>The above mentioned points are mostly centered on the benefits of staying at home with your child, after their birth.Â  While there are a number of benefits to doing so, you should also know that there are a number of benefits to sending your child to daycare, as long as that daycare comes highly rated and recommended. Perhaps, the greatest benefit is the social interaction that your child will likely receive by being around other children.Â  It is also important to mention your own needs. Working from home or staying at home with kids is a large task, one that can occasionally be stressful.Â  That is why many mothers make the decision to return to the workforce after having a child, for their own sanity.</p>
<p>As you likely already know, the decision as to whether or not you want to return to work after the birth of your baby is your decision to make, but the above mentioned points are ones that you may want to keep in mind.Â  Regardless of whether you decide to return to work or stay at home with your child, your and your child will likely have a long and healthy relationship with each other for years and years to come.</p>
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		<title>Regis Uni Online!</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/12/29/regis-uni-online/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 29 Dec 2007 04:45:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting an online degree is the easiest way to higher education these days. This is especially true for the many professionals all over the world who do not really have the luxury of time to get higher degrees. Thus, if you are interested in getting such degrees, such as an online MBA, then you should [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting an online degree is the easiest way to higher education these days. This is especially true for the many professionals all over the world who do not really have the luxury of time to get higher degrees. Thus, if you are interested in getting such degrees, such as an <a href="http://www.regisuniversityonline.org/grad_businessAdmin.php">online MBA</a>, then you should drop by regisuniiversityonline.org.</p>
<p>Regis University has a very extensive collection when it comes to Bachelorâ€™s programs and Masterâ€™s programs. Whatâ€™s more, Regis University has appropriately amended options and learning formats that have been specially designed for working professionals. Regis Universityâ€™s College for Professional Studies recognizes the need for more flexibility for working professionals who wish to get an <a href="http://www.regisuniversityonline.org">online MBA</a>, an online MA, or even an MS-Accounting.</p>
<p>Plus, their programs for graduate degrees are as extensive as they come, especially with the online MBA degree. Management and leadership skills are the foundation of the online MBA program, which are very much needed in todayâ€™s business world. With the application of skills learned in getting an online MBA, you will definitely notice a significant improvement in terms of career and professional growth.</p>
<p>If you are interested in getting an <a href="http://www.regisuniversityonline.org">online degree</a>, then do drop by regisuniversityonline.org right now. You will surely get a head start in your professional growth as early as right now!</p>
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		<title>Bargains are waiting to be found at Flea Markets</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/09/17/bargains-are-waiting-to-be-found-at-flea-markets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:53:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[My Finances]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[I love to spend hours looking at flea markets for different items. Different vendors set up their products in a central location so that consumers can spend their time walking around and see the new and used items available for sale. You never know what you will come across at a flea market. There are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I love to spend hours looking at flea markets for different items. Different vendors set up their products in a central location so that consumers can spend their time walking around and see the new and used items available for sale. You never know what you will come across at a flea market. There are plenty of new and used items as well as home made crafts and clothing to choose from.</p>
<p>To help make your day at the flea market the best it can be plan for the day. Most flea markets are outdoors so you may want some sunscreen and a hat. Others are inside so make sure you find out ahead of time. You donâ€™t want to spend the day carrying around the items you purchased so make sure you take along a bag or a cart. There are some very inexpensive carts that fold up and fit into the trunk of your car.</p>
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<p>Make sure you wear good walking shoes too so you wonâ€™t have to end your daily early due to tired feet. A good tip to help if you do get tired walking is to walk to the very end of the vendors and work your way forward. This way you will have the heaviest load from items you have purchased when you are nearest your vehicle. Keep in mind that most people start at the entrance of the flea market so if you start at the back you will be able to see many items before too many other people do.</p>
<p>Most flea markets are offered on the weekends but some of them do take place on weekdays as well. The number of other people looking around is generally lower during the week but then so is the number of vendors. It is really a toss up about when is the best time of day to make a deal at a flea market. It is perfectly acceptable to try to get the price lowered down from what the vendor is asking for it.</p>
<p>By going to a flea market first thing in the morning you are likely to be able to take advantage of the selection before everyone else has. This is the best solution if there are particular items you are interested in finding. Yet many people claim they have a harder time getting the seller to negotiate the prices when they purchase early in the morning.</p>
<p>By the end of the day though most vendors are very willing to lower the prices on the items they have remaining. They definitely donâ€™t want to have to pack up any more stuff at the end of the day than they absolutely have to. If you have a particular item in mind and you can wait until the end of the day you will get a better price. You also run the risk of someone else snatching it up though if it is a one of a kind item.</p>
<p>There are different ways to negotiate the price of any given item. You can ask the vendor what the lowest price is that they will take for a given it. You can also offer to pay a certain price and see if they will take you up on the offer. If you want to offer $10 then have that money in your hand for them to see. Seeing the money will often entice them to take the money.</p>
<p>I have found it is always worth my time to look around though because I may find the vendor in the next aisle has the same item for $10 less. If I am going to go back to check on an item with a particular vendor I write down their location because by the end of the day it can be difficult to remember who is located where.</p>
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		<title>Looking for work in Scotland?</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/09/14/looking-for-work-in-scotland/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Sep 2007 11:13:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If youâ€™re trying to find jobs in Scotland, then try checking out Gumtree.com.Â  The site aims to help people from all 60 cities in Europe who are looking for an employment opportunity.Â  In fact, it is the biggest classified ad listing in the UK which also offers accommodation listings, buy and sell, dating services, local [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If youâ€™re trying to find <a href="http://www.gumtree.com">jobs in Scotland</a>, then try checking out Gumtree.com.Â  The site aims to help people from all 60 cities in Europe who are looking for an employment opportunity.Â  In fact, it is the biggest classified ad listing in the UK which also offers accommodation listings, buy and sell, dating services, local assistance and other types of community services.</p>
<p>If you have a company and you are in need of workers, posting an ad in the <a href="http://www.gumtree.com">Gumtree jobs</a> listing will surely help you in finding candidates for the job more quickly.Â  Posting an ad will cost you only Â£19.95.Â  You may choose to include your ad from a list of categories on the site.Â </p>
<p>Itâ€™s important to post your ads in the correct categories if you donâ€™t want your ad to be automatically removed from the listing.Â  Make sure that youâ€™re also posting in the right location.Â  For instance, if your company is located in Edinburgh, see to it that youâ€™ll be posting under <a href="http://edinburgh.gumtree.com">Edinburgh jobs</a> to find the right audience.Â </p>
<p>Before posting however, be sure that youâ€™ve read the siteâ€™s Policies regarding job posts.Â  Take note that the site doesnâ€™t accept job posts for home based businesses or MLM businesses.</p>
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		<title>Own a Small business?</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/09/14/own-a-small-business/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Sep 2007 10:41:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting employees and workers under your wings may not be such an easy task. Applicants are demanding of what type of benefits and amenities they will receive from the company. Sadly, the company alone cannot juggle employee services and business matters at the same time. Therefore, what a company needs in order to keep employees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting employees and workers under your wings may not be such an easy task. Applicants are demanding of what type of benefits and amenities they will receive from the company. Sadly, the company alone cannot juggle employee services and business matters at the same time. Therefore, what a company needs in order to keep employees happy with their job is to hire a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) to handle this aspect of business, which is why Axis Group PEO Services (www.axisgroupllc.com/) is here to make your business flourish by handling your employee needs.</p>
<p>Two of the main functions of the company are <a href="http://www.axisgroupllc.com">employee leasing</a> and insurance services, both of which are detailed in the content of the site. Other services such as <a href="http://www.axisgroupllc.com">Payroll Services</a> and Workers CompÂ are also available.Â  In fact, the site is packed with alot of information,Â withÂ much text,Â which at first is a little overwhelming, however, in the case of Axis Group, the explanations and service descriptions are comprehensible and more than detailed enough for those interested. It also helps that the content are neatly compiled into different features, each functions to elaborate and define the provided services of the company.</p>
<p>The site design is pretty simple. As mentioned, Axis Group focuses on bringing a variety of site content as possible, with forums and business fundamentals to spice things up. All in all, the site effectively makes an <a href="http://www.axisgroupllc.com">employee leasing Services</a> and payroll Company an interesting one.</p>
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		<title>Do your banking online!</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/08/31/do-you-banking-online/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2007 02:57:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Internet Banking is a modern, secure and a more convenient way to know your transactions. All accounts can be viewed anytime through internet access. You can easily keep track your Credit cards and debit cards or any of your accountâ€™s activity anytime.
People are getting tired of waiting their turn to be accommodated in the local [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Internet Banking is a modern, secure and a more convenient way to know your transactions. All accounts can be viewed anytime through internet access. You can easily keep track your <a href="http://www.epay.vg">Credit cards</a> and <a href="http://www.epay.vg">debit cards</a> or any of your accountâ€™s activity anytime.</p>
<p>People are getting tired of waiting their turn to be accommodated in the local bank, many of us feel that we have better things to do than stand in line! Opening an online account is much easier and more convenient. ePay specializes on online banking. They offer services such as credit cards, debit cards and money transfer.Â  This can be particularly useful for those of us that would like to <a href="http://www.epay.vg">send money</a> overseas, be that to family that live out of the country, or when we are on vacation.</p>
<p>These are some of the services that customers can get from having an online banking account. You can send money faster as well as receiving money from any country in the world. Send money by just accessing your account in the internet. This can benefit businesspeople because transactions will be much faster and more convenient.Â  Funds can be sourced from a number of instituctions, including bank wire transfer, egold and pecunix, and in a few weeks with a VISA or MasterCard credit or debit cards, which makes your ePay account eminently versatile.</p>
<p>Epay also enables online account management, which gives you banking control at your fingertips. Monitoring and viewing all your transactions from credit cards or any of your accounts is an instant anytime through the internet. Their website www.epay.vg offers invaluable information about online banking. It is easy to navigate and find your way around with a simple and sleek looking design. Customers will never have a hard time putting up an account and accessing them.</p>
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		<title>National Pardon</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/08/27/national-pardon/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Aug 2007 06:09:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The National Pardon Center of Canada at http://www.nationalpardon.org/, provides pardons Canada services, helping people remove criminal records. This service is invaluable for those people who have, for some reason or another, acquired a criminal record in their past. Having a criminal record is a huge liability in terms of getting employed, just to give an [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img id="image676" height="87" alt="np_logo.gif" hspace="10" src="http://www.brigidsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/np_logo.thumbnail.gif" align="left" />The National Pardon Center of Canada at http://www.nationalpardon.org/, provides <a href="http://www.nationalpardon.org/NPC_profile.html">pardons Canada</a> services, helping people <a href="http://www.nationalpardon.org/">remove criminal records</a>. This service is invaluable for those people who have, for some reason or another, acquired a criminal record in their past. Having a criminal record is a huge liability in terms of getting employed, just to give an example.</p>
<p>Society generally looks with disfavor upon people labeled as â€œcriminalsâ€. Availing of Canada Pardonsâ€™ services can help anyone who has already served their sentences to clear their criminal records. That is, after having gone through the rehabilitation system, the criminal record still does not automatically become cleared. By inquiring at the National Pardon Center, the proper applications and paperwork can be processed to finally clear a past record of crime. In addition, <a href="http://www.nationalpardon.org/NPC_organization.html">US waiver</a> services are provided.</p>
<p>A US waiver allows a person to travel into the United States, despite having a criminal record in Canada. This is one of two ways to be able to enter the United States without risk of being denied entry, with the other being having the criminal record cleared entirely. The National Pardon Center aims to help reformed criminals to be able to lead normal lives without the restriction of a past criminal record.</p>
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		<title>Free Cell Calls!</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/08/22/free-cell-calls/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2007 22:19:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<title>Moving toward your goals&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://www.brigidsblog.com/index.php/2007/03/23/moving-toward-your-goals/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:38:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>brigid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before you start all the hard work, you may want to make sure that your goal is what you really want. Don&#8217;t be general in listing your goals. You have to be specific. You need to give yourself deadlines and a plan on how to get to your goal before the deadline. Once you have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Before you start all the hard work, you may want to make sure that your goal is what you really want. Don&#8217;t be general in listing your goals. You have to be specific. You need to give yourself deadlines and a plan on how to get to your goal before the deadline. Once you have the plan, you will find that your hard work will be organized and it will pay off in the end. You should also plan for the end result what you will do when all the hard work as paid off. If you have a goal and somehow to celebrate you will be more likely to actually work hard when you have a plan.Â </p>
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<p>When it comes to the hard work, you will find that you will need to take things one step at a time. You can&#8217;t skip some of the steps in your plan and expect it to work out exactly how you planed it. You got to follow the plan and stay on task with the plan. If you stray from the path, then you can bring yourself back in and try to make up for the time that you missed by working harder, however, if you do your best to stick to the plan, you shouldn&#8217;t have to go the extra mile. A well thought out plan will save you time and money. It will help you to achieve your goal quickly, however, you need to find a way to stay with the goal, and it can be hurtful. You may find that the steps are harder to stick with than to do. This is when the hard work really gets hard. If you really want to reach your goals, you are going to need to be disciplined and focused.</p>
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		<title>I just had..</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A call from a friend from the college course that I took last year.
Hopefully this year I can get back into it and get some certification.Â  I&#8217;m way behind in some courses, so I&#8217;ve taken a year off to catch up.Â  It really was a great course and I really miss it.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A call from a friend from the college course that I took last year.</p>
<p>Hopefully this year I can get back into it and get some certification.Â  I&#8217;m way behind in some courses, so I&#8217;ve taken a year off to catch up.Â  It really was a great course and I really miss it.</p>
<p>If I end up practicing, I&#8217;ve got thoughts of getting out my old lab coat to make myself look professional!! The only problem is that the darned thing is covered in holes from Chemistry classes, and even some blood and green stuff from biology!Â  Given we work with essential oils and essences, it could get messy working with folks using these therapies.Â  I&#8217;m sure I won&#8217;t need to go the whole 9 yards and get <a href="http://www.scrubsgallery.com/">Nursing Scrubs</a>, although these do come in the most fetching florals these days!</p>
<p>I&#8217;ve managed to pick myself up a $30 manequin with all of the acupuncture points on her, and a head with all of the acupuncture points and meridians, so I guess my office will look quite medical before I&#8217;m finished!</p>
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