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		<itunes:summary>A quick 20-30 minute podcast providing Busy Moms the tips, tricks and tools they need for cleaning, meal planning, organizing, and time management.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Friday Faves: Miscellaneous Homemaking</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:39:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>I found some great general homemaking links to share with you this week!
Do you know how to fold a fitted sheet?
I love these thrifty homemade pillows!
Angie shares how she fed 200 people - wow!
HomeEc101 explains how to safely thaw a a chicken.
SimpleMom brings us Back To Basics with a family mission statement.
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		<title>Thrifty Thursday</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cara@thehouseholdhelper.com (Cara Mirabella)</dc:creator>
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		<description>Wait for a sale to buy the things you need. The problem with sales is that most people use them to buy things they don’t need. So although they’re getting a deal, it’s money they wouldn’t have otherwise spent. Not great for the budget! Instead, look at sales as a way to buy the things [...]&lt;p&gt;Post from: &lt;a href="http://thehouseholdhelper.com/blog"&gt;TheHouseholdHelper&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cara@thehouseholdhelper.com (Cara Mirabella)</dc:creator>
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		<description>Start a holiday gift lottery. As families grow, so does the number of holiday presents you have to buy every year. Instead of breaking the bank to buy for everyone, consider starting a holiday gift lottery. Get everyone together ahead of time and each pick one name from a hat. It’s then your responsibility to [...]&lt;p&gt;Post from: &lt;a href="http://thehouseholdhelper.com/blog"&gt;TheHouseholdHelper&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



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		<title>Episode 25: Mom’s Guide To Summer Survival and Frugal Family Outings</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:43:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cara@thehouseholdhelper.com (Cara Mirabella)</dc:creator>
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		<description>Whoo Hoo &amp;#8211; it&amp;#8217;s episode #25 of The Household Helper Talk Show!
How Does Mom Survive The Summer?
I have with me today Tashia Calhoun from www.thehouseholdplanner.com and we discuss her product &amp;#8220;The Busy mom&amp;#8217;s Guide To Summer Survival&amp;#8221;. Being caregiver of 6 most days, this lady knows how to survive!
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		<itunes:subtitle>Whoo Hoo - it's episode #25 of The Household Helper Talk Show!
How Does Mom Survive The Summer?
I have with me today Tashia Calhoun from www.thehouseholdplanner.com ...</itunes:subtitle>
		<itunes:summary>Whoo Hoo - it's episode #25 of The Household Helper Talk Show!
How Does Mom Survive The Summer?
I have with me today Tashia Calhoun from www.thehouseholdplanner.com and we discuss her product "The Busy mom's Guide To Summer Survival". Being caregiver of 6 most days, this lady knows how to survive!

"In order to have a stress-free and fun filled summer, you have to have a plan!"

Tashia and I talk about keeping the kids in order:

	Make A Plan
	Use A Daily Schedule
	Create A Lunch Menu

We're giving away a copy of The Busy Mom's Guide To Summer Survival! Simply visit Tashia's site then come back here and post a comment letting me know what you like about her site and how you could use her household planners. A random comment will be selected next Wednesday (July 8).
Frugal Family Outings For The Summer
Summer outings don't have to be expensive. Here are a few ideas to keep your family busy this summer without breaking the bank.

	Go To The Movies: Some theaters offer reduced-price matinees during the day. Some even have free kid-oriented movies on weekend days.
	Play Miniature Golf. Admission is usually quite reasonable, and it provides the opportunity for relaxed yet engaging family competition.
	Visit A Local Zoo or Museum. Some offer cheap or free admission, while others cost more. But the larger and more expensive ones often sell season passes, so if you live close by, you can visit numerous times for one low price. Do a search online for local zoos, museums and attractions.
	Attend Events at a Nearby College. These may include plays, concerts, dance recitals and movie showings. Prices are low, and student discounts usually apply to kids, too.
	Enjoy The Great Outdoors. Parks are great for day trips. Those with playground equipment can keep youngsters entertained for hours on end. Hiking trails offer opportunities for exercise and exploration. Most parks have picnic facilities, so you can pack a lunch instead of eating out.

PS: Sorry - subscribing through iTunes is not available at this time. Somehow, my podcast feed isn't getting through to Apple so my show isn't currently available through the iTunes store. I'm trying to get this straightened out.

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		<title>Menu Plan Monday – 6/29 to 7/5</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:29:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cara@thehouseholdhelper.com (Cara Mirabella)</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Meal Planning]]></category>
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		<description>Breakfasts this week can be scrambled eggs, Cheerios, smoothies, or blueberry muffins.
Lunches this week can be chicken nuggets, cold cuts, hot dogs, or left overs.
Plus we have cheese sticks, carrots, celery, blueberries, Teddy Grahams, hummus, and apples for snacking.
This weeks dinner plan is as follows:

Monday: Spaghetti &amp;#38; Meatballs
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