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5 Easy-to-Give Teacher Gifts That Really Show Your Appreciation

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If you feel compelled to bestow your favorite teachers with a small token of appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week or the last week of school, here are some thoughtful gifts that are easy on the pocketbook and don't require too much time and effort:
 
1.  Mini Bundtlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes - These moist little cakes are like little bits of heaven! For the teacher with a sweet tooth, they come in half a dozen flavors and make a great presentation. Nothing Bundt Cakes in The Woodlands is located next to Trader Joe's in the Kuykendahl/Gosling shopping center.

You Forgot that Person’s Name!

There’s something about residing in a small town like The Woodlands that almost guarantees you’ll run into familiar faces almost every time you leave your house to go to the grocery store, the library, the mall, movies, etc...  And no matter how hard we try, some of us have a tough time remembering people’s names.  Sure, there are certain “tricks” that can help you get better at this, but even still there’s a chance a name will escape you from time to time. When this happens, here’s how to handle it:

Scenario 1: Walking down the H-E-B aisle, and it’s impossible to avoid eye contact

You can say: Hi, our boys are in the same Cub Scout troop.  Do you remember me? My name is Leah.

By taking the lead and being proactive, you reduce the tension, and she's likely to respond with her name. Make sure to pay attention, and use her name in the conversation. By doing so, you are more likely to remember it in the future.

What's Your Child's Bedtime Routine?

If your evenings are chaotic and disorganized, you and your kids need a bedtime routine. The components of a routine will vary from family to family, but being consistent is important for everyone in the family. Ultimately, you should strive to balance four important things:

Your New Year's Resolution is Easy to Keep!

Hi Moms and Dads! Forget those daily trips to the gym! Put (1) Signing up for the WoodlandsMommy.com E-Newsletter and (2) "Liking" WoodlandsMommy.com on Facebook on top of your list of New Year's Resolutions, and you'll be scratching those tasks off in no time! Click here to sign up for our E-Newsletter (we send it out twice a month to local parents). Then CLICK HERE to stay connected with us on Facebook (we'll keep you posted on all the good stuff - events, news, and give-aways)!
 
Now, wasn't that easy? Being accomplished already! Go ahead, kick up your feet for a few hours. You deserve it!

Spring Portraits – Come and Get Em’

Moms, get the little darlings into their pretty white dresses and Easter suits, and get ready to say cheese!  It’s family photo time! Want our opinion? Just this once, consider dissin’ the mall photo studios (Penney’s, etc.) and spring for a versatile photo shoot that will capture the true essence  your family’s spirit. The Photography category of our widely used Business Directory is loaded with professional photographers in The Woodlands area who are well-trained at making you and your family look fabulous! And it's such a delight to browse through the beautiful portfolios. Go ahead, take a peek.

Make Your Black Friday Shopping Fun & Successful!

Black Friday is a shopping fest and has over the years become a religion of sorts. The Friday after Thanksgiving is awaited for with bated breath by shoppers young and old as the best deals for holiday shopping are offered on Black Friday. With the advent of the cyber marketplace Black Friday shopping has new dimensions. There are websites and online shopping discounts galore. Shoppers need to log on and by registering at their favorite website customers can get sneak pre-views on online and offline bonanzas.

Black Friday shopping brings excitement and adventure and customers look forward to the adventure. Here are a few pointers which can help male Black Friday a great success:

Small Business Spotlight: Women's Council of Entrepreneurs and ShopaSmallBusiness.com


 

If you're a local entrepreneur looking for growth, you need to be connected with these two knowledgeable women and the valuable businesses they represent. We're so excited to share their story with you!

Meet Melissa Rouswell and Ali Everhard:
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