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Are You a Silly Mom? (Moms' 30 Minute Blog Challenge)

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This post was originally published on March 29, 2009.

This week I haven't felt very deep.

I keep trying to think of something insightful or reflective to write, but the inspiration hasn't been flowing.

Instead I feel like laughing and playing - taking a lesson from my little people.

And maybe that's a post in and of itself.

The Importance of Reading to Children--Where?

This post was originally published on April 6, 2009.

Last week I began a series about reading aloud to children. In my first post I wrote about why we should read to our children. This week I want to discuss where we should read to our little people.

Where we read to them? Does it matter - isn't the sofa a good spot? Yes, of course. In our house we do most of our reading on the living room floor. It's easy, convenient, and all three children have an equal opportunity to share Mommy's lap.

But there are also times to shake things up a bit. To make memories and follow the "spark." Special times to form new traditions and fill everyone's love tanks.

Ideas to Add Variety to Your Storytime Locations:

Giveaway Winner :: Greeley Road Cafe

After 96 entries, the winner of the amazing package of coffee, tea, and goodies from Greeley Road Cafe is.....

Gabriela Frei said....

"I'm 100% a coffee lover... with a little hot chocolate mixed in... a perfect blend of my two favorite beverages!"

Congratulations, Gabriela!

Kathy of Greeley Road Cafe is also offering a special discount for Steady Mom readers--just enter the code "steadymom" at checkout to receive 15% off your order.

This code is good until the end of April--perfect as you plan those Mother's Day gifts.

And remember that when you order from Greeley Road Cafe you support Love146 and the abolition of child sex slavery at the same time--a pretty awesome combination.

Thanks for entering, and thanks to Greeley Road Cafe!

Jamie is founder of this little spot called Steady Mom, editor of the blog Simple Homeschool, mama to three cute kids born on three different continents, and author of Steady Days: A Journey Toward Intentional, Professional Motherhood.

Sponsor Giveaway :: Greeley Road Cafe

Today I have an amazing giveaway for you lovely readers--I also have the privilege of introducing you to Greeley Road Cafe.

I support Greeley Road Cafe because not only does their store offer quality products--they also donate a portion of their profits to Love146, the organization where my husband works.

Their contributions help continue the fight against child sex slavery and exploitation.

So when Kathy of Greeley Road Cafe passed along her interest in becoming a Steady Mom sponsor, I was thrilled. I love having the opportunity to partner with individuals following their passions and making a difference.

Greeley Road Cafe carries a variety of organic, fair-trade coffee, tea, chocolates, and accessories.

Kathy is also a generous lady--look at the loot she's offering one lucky Steady Mom reader: