Network News

There's a lot of things happening in the Casual Blogger Network this time of year, and we have a few fun things to show you!

First things first, Leelou is working with International Delight, and they want to know what your favorite holiday traditions are. You could win a $200 Target gift card, so be sure to hop over there and join the conversation.

Second, I JUST REALIZED THIS WEEK that the Green Jello site has online coloring pages. You know, where you can sit your kids in front of the computer and they color in the picture. You can also print them out, but ONLINE COLORING PAGES PEOPLE. My 4 year old has been having a blast with all the Christmas coloring scenes. (Hint: scroll down to see all your options!)

Thirdly, MMB has a new feature that is pretty much amazing. It's called "Word to your Mother" and BASICALLY, it's me and Elisa sharing all of our mom tips/tricks/coping strategies. It's new. And hilarious.

Fourthly, we have a NEW blog in our network, called Peonies and Poppyseeds, and I love it. It's basically a printables and craft site, and everything we do is FREE for personal use. Right now, we have lots of Christmas and Hanukkah stuff, so be sure to check it out.

Fifthly, my parents are coming to town in T-minus 2 days and I am NOT ready. Well, my HOUSE is not ready. Well, it's passable, but I want it to be clean and shiny and pristine. And that's what I want every day, not just for company. But, you know, REALITY and all that... I HAVE TO GO NOW.

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Blog Conference Coming!

In addition to all the balls I've dropped lately, I have forgotten to tell you guys about a blog conference that is happening in oh, 90 days or so?




Here is the thing. I'm going to be there. Elisa is going to be there. Leelou and Cjane are even going to be there.

Basically what I'm saying, is that this is going to be a totally awesome weekend, and it is only $79 for the WHOLE SHEBANG.

Or if you want to get all fancy, there is a "Christmas Gift" package that includes your conference registration, 2 nights hotel accommodations, sponsor gifts, blog prompts, and some other stuff. It retails for over $330 but you can get it for $265. But only for a limited time. BASICALLY, you should get this package for the favorite blogger in your life... or yourself. Because you totally want to hang out with us. I KNOW YOU DO.

Or you can just get the $79 conference pass. TOTALLY YOUR CALL.

See you in March.

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Hi again.

My oh my, how time flies when you’re having fun.

Or adjusting to new meds.

You know, kid stuff.

Here is the thing. We are going to take it slow here. Because we don’t want to get burned out. Because, you know, that happens. (As evidenced by the last few months.)

We hope you’ll forgive us, and in the meantime, let’s talk about Christmas.

Specifically, I want to know what your favorite Christmas treat is. Especially if it’s homemade donuts. I would like your recipe please.

Let’s also talk about how Google is retiring their friend connect. I have a feeling that a lot of bloggers are super sad panda about that.

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Back To School : Blog Prompt Questions

Our fantastic partners from the Story At Home Conference have a few Back To School questions for you!
These questions are a great way to get to know your children (or even yourself) a little better, and would make a couple of fabulous blog posts.

• Tell me about someone you were excited to see, why?
• Who were you nervous to see, why?
• What was something that made you smile?
• What was one new thing you learned today?
• What was your favorite class/activity?

After you write up your answers, come back here and link up your posts! We’d love to hear your answers and read your stories! Of course, any story you have to share about back to school is welcome.

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Coming Soon....

I have bloggers guilt.

It's summer, and I have pretty much fallen off the face of the earth. In my defense, I have been really sick.

BUT that sounds lame. (True, but lame)

I feel like I make BIG PROMISES to you guys, and then there is no follow through!

#majorfail

At any rate, school starts soon, and then I most definitely promise to get back to some sort of routine.

IN FACT, we're going to start having a girls night in once a week here, and lots of other fun, show off your blog, getting-to-know-you activities.

We also just updated the look of the site. Hopefully it makes things a little bit easier for you.

(If you're reading this in your reader, well, let me grab a screenshot really quick for you...)

More streamlined, more blogger friendly, hopefully no one gets lost.

We're going to be focusing on the stories that you guys share as bloggers. I promise, it will be lots of fun.

SO GET PUMPED UP. NEXT WEEK. WHEN WE'RE REALLY BACK.

But for right now? I'm going to take some pills, pretend my children haven't officially gone crazy, and call it a night.

The secret lives of bloggers... so exciting.

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