We're not alone...

I read this article earlier today in my NAWBO SmartBrief. I was so thrilled to see some statistics about working-from-home mothers; I know that I am not the only one who works from home and has kids. Although I knew the numbers were on my side, I had no idea how many other women also worked from home. This is phenomenal news. I do not have small children at home any longer, but I do have a pre-teen and teenage daughters. I know what they're up to after school, who their friends are and all the rest of their daily lives. That gives me a lot of comfort!

Find the right balance
About 2.1 million of the 3.6 million women-owned home-based businesses in the U.S. are operated with children at home, the Center for Women's Business Research reported. If you find yourself trying to tackle any combination of being a wife, mother and small-business owner, remember to use a planner to stay organized, set strict guidelines for work time and family time, and allow yourself to say no to the things for which you really don't have time. Newsday (Long Island, N.Y.) (5/28)

With Gratitude,
Michelle Ulrich, Chief Villager & President
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