My last day at Home Biz Notes
There come times in our lives when we must close one door and open another.  That time has come for me at Home Biz Notes.  This has been an enjoyable two years, but family illness and commitments have caused me to take a look at where I must place my time.  (My husband and I also operate a home business that needs more of my input.)
I want to thank my readers for your visits, your comments, your suggestions and your support.  It’s been very rewarding blogging here, and I hope I’ve been able to provide …read more

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Home business owners encounter Alzheimer’s in their lives, too.  Perhaps it’s a family member, friend, or acquaintance.  So you may want to be aware that today, September 21, has been designated at World Alzheimer’s Day, when activities focus on world awareness of Alzheimer’s disease.  Various events, such as walkathons, workshops, get-togethers have as their goal…creating more awareness of this disease and the people who have been stricken with it. 
Ultimately this awareness should result in more research and recognition that with an increasing number of people reaching the “Alzheimer’s age,” we will see more need for care of those stricken and support for …read more

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Do you like book giveaways? Check out these at two of my other blogs.
*At  Alzheimer’s Notes there is a giveaway for  High Heels to Hormones (A Woman’s Guide to Spinal Care) by Dr. Christina Lasich.  (This drawing, coordinated by co-blogger Liz Lewis, closes tomorrow, Friday, July 25, at the end of the day.  Act quickly!)
*At Quilting and Patchwork there’s a random drawing for the book What I Learned From God While Quilting by Ruth McHaney Danner and Christine Bolley.  (Closes Thursday, July 31 at 11:59 PM eastern.)
Check out these great giveaways at Quilting and Patchwork and Alzheimer’s …read more

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Brenda Avadian, editor and publisher of Finding the Joy in Alzheimer’s, has added value to the drawing for a copy of this book over at Alzheimer’s Notes.
“What a GREAT IDEA to bring JOY to overwhelmed caregivers.
As the editor and publisher of the Finding the JOY series, I’ll add even more value to your drawing and answer one question by the winner of your drawing.”
So for a possible opportunity to have your question answered, as well as receive the book as a prize, go to the original announcement post and …read more

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Perhaps you’re juggling your home business with caring for an Alzheimer’s parent. If you need inspiration and encouragment, Finding the Joy in Alzheimer’s, edited by Brenda Avadian may help you find a bright spot midst frustration.
Check out the drawing for this book at Alzheimer’s Notes, where I’m a co-blogger, for rules and for making your entry. Drawing closes Mon., July 7.
Incidentally, I have two stories in the book, based on caring for my mom and aunt who had Alzheimer’s. (This also is a example of using personal experiences as inspiration for one’s writing business.)
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Traveling “green,” without harming the environment has become very popular. Liz Lewis, my co-blogger at Alzheimer’s Notes, writes a very interesting and informative new blog on this topic at b5media, Traveling the Green Way.
Going “green,” traveling “green,” wearing “green”, in fact, anything “green” that helps save the environment has become a very popular word. So this new Traveling the Green Way should fit right in with current worldwide interests.
Setting Business Goals
Liz also is a good example of someone who sets a business goal and pursues it. About 18 months ago, Liz decided to pursue her dream of becoming a …read more