Lori Bell's Blog (49)

KENMORE “BAKING FOR THE TROOPS” PROGRAM SENDS COOKIES TO U.S. ARMED FORCES DEPLOYED OVERSEAS

The Food Network’s Sunny Anderson Encourages Americans to Visit Kenmore’s Facebook Page to Help Send 250,000 Cookies This Holiday Season

Hoffman Estates, Ill. (Dec. 2, 2010) – Kenmore cooking appliances are making the holidays a little sweeter for thousands of deployed men and women serving in the U.S. armed forces. Kenmore and The Food Network’s Sunny Anderson launched Kenmore “Baking for the Troops”…

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Added by Lori Bell on December 13, 2010 at 12:44pm — No Comments

Veteran's Day Deals!

I just received this email and thought you guys would love this! Check them out for yourself, and if you're unsure, do your own due diligence and call the businesses to verify.

Veterans' Day Appreciation by Companies

In honor of Veterans Day on Nov. 11, restaurants, retail stores and

entertainment centers across the country are offering some truly amazing

deals and some okay deals for everyone from veterans and their… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on October 29, 2010 at 4:21pm — 1 Comment

Great Solution to MyCAA...Bryant & Stratton College! Gotta see this....

Bryant & Stratton College Online Continues its Salute to Spouses

Scholarship Program, which Military Spouses can Combine with MyCAA

Benefits…

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Added by Lori Bell on September 22, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

Building A Business? Read the Hollywood Script

You'd have to be living on another planet to not know the third installment to the Vampire vs Werewolf saga is upon us. Or that Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda and Samantha are back to have more sex and set more fashion standards in the city. Why do we know so much about these movies and for how long have we known about them? You better believe it wasn't by accident, and even more than that, if you are a start-up entrepreneur or an experienced business veteran, you should put down the popcorn and… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on July 13, 2010 at 3:53pm — No Comments

When Pets PCS

by Susanna Haynie, "The PCS Coach"

Our pets might not understand the words ‘We're moving!’ but they have a keen sense of

awareness within their environment. The family seems anxious or daily routines have changed. How can you help your pet with the changes of a move?…

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Added by Lori Bell on July 13, 2010 at 9:11am — 3 Comments

Secrets of A Great PCS? Inventory!

by Susanna Haynie, "The PCS Coach"

Why do you have to go through the trouble of inventorying your home, at least inventory your valuable items such as electronics, collectibles, jewelery or antiques?

In case of a damage or loss you need to be able to prove that you owned the item and you want to show what it is worth. A few years ago the military added an important benefit for our PCSing military families:

For personal…

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Added by Lori Bell on June 26, 2010 at 7:35pm — No Comments

Audio of Interview with Mollie Gross

Hi Ladies,

Here's the link to the audio of Mollie's interview. Enjoy!

http://67.55.209.227:8080/fcc/cgi-bin/play.mp3?id=7124321000:477593904-1

And if you're on the go, you can dial the playback number from any phone (like your cell):

Playback #: 712-432-1011
Access code: 477593904

Post your feedback here!

Love you guys,

Lori

Added by Lori Bell on June 12, 2010 at 2:54pm — 1 Comment

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: TEHLIA LAUERMAN

This month's featured member spotlight belongs to Tehlia Lauerman! Tehlia is an Army wife, blogger and business owner! She is also the first member of our MOB directory where she lists her beautiful handmade crocheted scarves in her online boutique. Read about her musings on her blog, "Raw Adventures of an Army Wife". Here's a little about Tehlia in her own… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on April 6, 2010 at 11:42am — No Comments

FREE Photo Book for your deployed husbands/sons/daughters!

NAMMAS Family, one of our members, Renee Saunders sent me this link to a great opportunity to send a FREE photo book to your deployed or away member! I did one of these books for my husband when he was deployed to Afghanistan. He LOVED it, and trust it sure wasn't free!

Use a coupon code supplied on the site for one free 20 page soft cover book. Definitely worth a look, and even if you don't have anyone deployed you can still get one done. What a great gift for Mother's Day,… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on March 13, 2010 at 7:40pm — No Comments

The Military Marriage: 7 Ways To Keep Yours Sizzling!

I was speaking to an acquaintance on the phone one day when she heard

her garage door open. "Oops, gotta go Lori!", she exclaimed. "Why, are

we talking too long?", I asked. "Nope. My husband's home and it's time

for lunch 'n' love."

As I hi-fived her over the phone lines I was happy for her. That's the

way to take care of your man, I thought. And ultimately she is taken

care of. It's no wonder when I see them they're always touching each

other and look… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on March 8, 2010 at 10:57am — No Comments

The Military Wife

This was shared with me by my wonderful friend, another Military wife. I thought it was beautiful and quite accurate and thought you all would appreciate it :)

Military Wife

Lots of moving...

Moving...

Moving...

Moving far from home...

Moving two cars, three kids and one dog...all riding with HER of course.

Moving sofas to basements because they won't go in THIS house;

Moving curtains that won't fit;

Moving jobs and certifications and… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on February 8, 2010 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

My Husband's Better Than Your Husband: Dealing With "Bratty" Military Wives

Yes it's true. Sometimes, every so often, as you move around the military or associate with people in the military, you will meet her. She's the one who is stirring up trouble in your neighborhood. She wears her husband's rank. Her kids are more well-behaved than yours. Home-schooling makes them smarter. And when you meet her, you will know. She's the one I'm warning you about.

It is unfortunate in our wide and wonderful military, there are some spouses who don't realize they did… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on February 1, 2010 at 2:37am — 4 Comments

Check Out The New NAMMAS!

The last time you were here we were red and blue. Now we're...pink and purple? YES! NAMMAS has grown to over 100 members in just 3 short months and as we continue to grow, I want to make sure we serving members in the best way possible. How? So glad you asked! We are helping you "Live Your BLISS" in 2010 and I want to tell you all about it, as well as what's up with our NAMMAS face:

1. The NAMMAS Logo is now official and ready for posting on your site! Take a look at the NAMMAS badge… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on January 19, 2010 at 2:00am — No Comments

Member Spotlight

This is a new part of NAMMAS that highlights the most important aspect of the organization...YOU! We're looking for members who are doing cool things in everyday life, in your community, in the NAMMAS community, in your business, in your career, in your family, and basically anywhere you exist! We want to honor the everyday mom, the working spouse, the mom who has an empty nest and enjoying the second phase of life...the Freedom Phase. :O) Want to be considered for our member spotlight? Here's… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on January 18, 2010 at 7:35pm — No Comments

Let The Commissary Show You How To Really Cook Up Thanksgiving!

For economical holiday feasts, shop the commissary

By: Kay Blakley, DeCA Home Economist
November 16, 2009

If money is so tight this year you’re thinking of skipping the traditional holiday meal, consider this. All you need to do is shop the commissary and you’ll be in surprisingly fine shape. Would you believe it’s possible to purchase… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on November 21, 2009 at 10:52pm — No Comments

Military Discounts Galore!

Like free and cheap stuff? Me too. Check out this site for some cool discounts:

http://benefits.military.com/DC/DealIndex.jsp

Added by Lori Bell on November 11, 2009 at 2:54pm — No Comments

Military Holiday Mailing Deadlines Now Published

Ready to send that package to your family member overseas or deployed? Check out the mailing deadlines to get it to them on time...

Chart and information can be linked here.

Destination…

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Added by Lori Bell on October 27, 2009 at 11:02pm — No Comments

Stationed Overseas? Get Ready To Send Holiday Greetings Home!

Teams Begin Taping Holiday Greetings Overseas

American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11, 2009 – Three, three-person Joint Hometown News Service broadcast teams have begun to tape video greetings from servicemembers and their families stationed overseas.…

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Added by Lori Bell on October 27, 2009 at 10:47pm — No Comments

A New Way To Have Your Salad...

Where was the quality check on this product...

Added by Lori Bell on October 26, 2009 at 9:20pm — No Comments

Operation Box of Love: Harness the Power of Extended Family to Keep Morale In Check

We were only 2 weeks into my husband's deployment. The kids and I happily went to Target and my 3 year old dutifully kept me on task by reminding me we were there to shop for daddy. It was time to send him his first "box of love." I asked her what she thought he needed. She said vaseline for his ashiness. I thought that was funny. And toothpaste and Q-tips. I thought that was sweet. "Oh, Mommy!", she exclaimed. "Don't forget a pink purse." I think I had to draw the line there.

The… Continue

Added by Lori Bell on October 22, 2009 at 1:22am — 2 Comments