My Grand Inspiration is probably really difficult for anyone to see, so I'm going to try my best to walk you through it.

I know, I know you all are thinking oh great another post about her boys. Well, hold your horses. Even though my boys are the biggest inspiration in my life I have a few others I would like to mention as well.

Ok, look past those cute little boys on that tractor and you'll see some trees in the background. In the center of those trees is an open spot - You see it? That is where we will one day build our dream home. When I look at this particular spot I don't see emptyness. I see a big two story log siding house with a huge inviting front porch nestled back in those trees. This log siding home has maroon shutters and cobblestone trim on the corners. Don't forget about the two trendy dormer windows up on top that gives off so much character, while allowing sunlight to shine through. The front porch is the same length of the house with railing and a big inviting entry way with a few steps. As you make your...

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Enjoying the beautiful day that was so graciously given to us.We we're spending our afternoon outdoors today. I was swinging my oldest son, and out of the blue he said to me "Mom, what do you want to be when you grow up?" It really took me by surprise. My answer to him was "I want to be your Mom." With a huge smile and big bright eyes he said "Really?". Totally shocked at where this conversation was headed, he said to me "Are you sure you don't want to do something else when you grow up?". Of course I replied with "No Way". Thinking that was the end of the conversation he then ask "Did you always want to be my Mom?" Looking to see if I could read into what he was thinking I said "Oh Yes, ever since I was a little girl". I told him a story about how I used to day dream about the life I would have when I grew up. By this time my youngest son is listening, both of my boys love stories. So, my youngest then said "Where do you want to live when you grow up?" I told him "In Mountain Grove, Mo with Tucker and Heston Roth". They both just giggled. And, I thought for a moment I can so remember the childhood days of day dreaming about where I wanted...

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Last Saturday we decided to venture to town for some groceries. Of course there is 2 grocery stores in our little community, but to get the best deals you head towards the bigger towns when your in need of the mother load of groceries.

While were out, we decided to dine out. And, when I say dine out I mean somewhere other than McDonalds. We finally chose Ruby Tuesdays. I instructed my boys, this was a nice restaurant and to at least pretend like they had some manners. After we all 4 had carefully looked upon the menu, we gave our order to the waiter that was ever-so waiting impatiently. As a matter of fact, at one point I'm pretty sure I looked at the waiter and said - I apologize it's taking so long, we don't get out much.

Not waiting very long at all our food arrives. The waiter gives the boys their plates first, and I do my motherly duty and start smearing ketchup on burgers and cutting steak strips into bite-size. At that moment a Lady with a strong voice walks up to me and says "Ma'am could I get you to go a-head and cut into that steak, so we can see if it's cooked correctly. I smiled at her and said "sure, if you would like to finish putting this one's[pointing to first son] ketchup...

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My days are quite long and most are quite crazy. It starts around 5:15am, I hear my husband whispering "Would you want to pack my lunch"? raising his eyebrows like it's a special treat for me. I drag to the kitchen with one eye open and throw something together and place neatly in his lunchbox. I seriously wait for the day, he calls from work asking me why I packed him frozen waffles, I'm such a zombie at that time. Most days I lay back down for about an hour. At, 6:30am it's my turn to awake, jump in the shower and start my day.

I then check my email, twitter, begin breakfast for the boys and wake them up by singing to them "You are my sunshine". We then usually argue over where who's socks are where and where the library book is. Then it's off to take them to school.

I'm home by 8:20am throw in a load of laundry and back to the computer to visit VAF - It's a must, daily. I try to do most of my networking at this point. Then it's off to do client work until lunch time.

At lunch time..I try to walk on the treadmill or outside down our lane, if it's nice enough. Fresh air seems to refresh my mind and get me ready for more client work. Usually work on client work...

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WooHoo, I got a Wii for the boys. Some of you know about my midnight shopping trip on Saturday night/ Sunday Morning, it was not fun at all. Here's how the story begins -

On Saturday,I had my Mom come over and sit with my boys while I made a short trip to Walmart. I get there and no Wii's. I ask a sales associate where all the Wii's were? Her reply was oh we put them up, as in, in the back until 12:01am. I ask her why, she said that's when the sell starts. My next question was what time should I be back here? around 11:30pm should be good, she says. I go to Walmart at 11:30 as told to do. There is already a line, but it was a short one only about 6 people in front of me. No big deal, right! WRONG. They only had 4 Wii's to sell that night/morning. I was a little upset. Remind you, nearest actual city/town that has any kind of electronic store is 65 miles away. So, I kindly let the Store Manager know, from now on I would be making my purchases at a store that had a more adequate selection along with a more competetent purchaser. At that point, my Sister-N-Laws jaw hit the floor. The store manager did apologize and informed me she didn't have any control over what was sent to them. That did calm me until the manager...

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As the year ends, taking a moment to reflect where I am with my Virtual Assisting Practice, and where I want to be in 2009 at year end.

I hope to soon be able to complete my website. Although, I already have a few clients, I want to take my business to the next level this coming year. Would like to add a few retainer clients. I have goals set and plan to accomplish. I guess a review of my notes to get a clear picture of my business needs, would be a good start. Another thought is...what would it take to improve my virtual working relationship to gain more.

It seems as though with the economy and job security getting more unstable, Virtual Assistants continue to grow and prosper and encourage their clients to do the same. I see virtual working relationships continue to grow thru this so-called hard time.

So, what are your plans for 2009? I wish you all the best and hope you continue to prosper.

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Ok. So, I'm a procrastinator, and I must say I work very well under those conditions, usually. Christmas is almost here and I've barely started my shopping. Although, I love this time of year and being with my family, trying to decide on the perfect present can be quite stressful.

I set my boys down this morning and told them to make Santa and I a list. They had neither one asked for much, just this and that here and there. And, here is the reponse we got - Tucker (8) Wii, laptop & remote control motorcycle. Heston (6) trucks, semi -trucks and some box trailers, gooseneck flatbed trailers, remote control honk honk (semi truck). Tell me just how in the world that is going to work. The oldest one is wanting about $1000.00 worth and the youngest maybe $200.00 at the most. Heston did say he would take a Wii if he "had" too. So, then this idea popped into mine and Santa's head - Mom & Dad could get them a Wii together and the few other items could be from Santa. haha Mr. Claus you cant always give all the cool gifts.

I want my boys to know the meaning of christmas. Dont want them to think its just about getting presents. JC and I decided when our boys were little that..they would each...

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Hey There Everyone-
I've been wanting to start blogging for forever and a day. Well, I have no excuses now, VAF has made it too easy not too. I read alot of blogs, especially if I find your post informative or entertaining...chances are if you blog, Yep - I read it.

The VAF is growing by leaps and bounds. New members signing up all the time. I guess that just means the Virtual Assistant Industry is becoming better known.

I can't speak for everyone else but I have made so many connections here at VAF - there are so many knowledgeable people here willing to offer there opinion and/or experiences. Most of the time all in good spirits as well.

Ok. This is my first Blog - not sure how I've done, but here it is. Just because I said I read alot of blogs, doesnt mean I know what the heck I'm doin, lol.

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