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S1 Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags

S1 Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags
S1 Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Summer Travel Made Easier

I don't know about you - but I love to travel. By car, by train, by boat, by plane - no matter how I get there - I love it! One of the things that makes it a drag is dealing with security when you hit a checkpoint. Another is finding everything you need without having to empty out your entire bag! Well - S1 Bags take care of both of my pet peeves.

Okay, you're thinking that the bags are from my company, of course I think that they are great when dealing with these issues. Honestly - they really ARE! There is nothing like going through airport security and not having to take my laptop out of the bag. Or getting somewhere, not having time to unpack, and being able to see what I need inside my bag. My two favorite traveling bags are the S1 checkpoint friendly laptop bag and gym bag.

Contrary to what you might think - the checkpoint friendly laptop bags are NOT clear~its the design that makes them checkpoint friendly. We worked very closely with the TSA to make sure we met all their guidelines so travelers could go through security checkpoints with ease! Nothing like opening the flap of your bag, putting it flat on the belt, and leaving your laptop where it is, safely surrounded by a half-inch of padding.

The gym bag is my favorite"luggage" because it has 3 side compartments and a large main compartment to hold everything I need for work or play! The side pockets are large enough for my shoes, travel bag and toiletries. The main compartment is large enough for up to a weeks worth of clothing. Best of all - the adjustable strap has a shoulder saving pad and is long enough to be worn across your body. This is so much more comfortable than hanging it from your shoulder.

No matter what bag you need - S1 has a great line of bags to fit that need. Take a moment and see what we have for YOU! Come and see why we are S1 - the CLEAR Advantage!

Thursday, May 5, 2011

S1 - The CLEAR Advantage!: Heightened Security for Travelers

S1 - The CLEAR Advantage!: Heightened Security for Travelers

Heightened Security for Travelers

Well - this past week has brought an element of closure for most of the world - but not all. Nothing will ever bring back those lost that sunny day in September almost ten years ago, nothing. The aftermath has been felt across the country and around the world. The United States lost our innocence that day and nothing will ever bring it back. We joined ranks with countries spanning the globe that have been ravaged by terrorism and we will stand united with you always.

In the coming days and weeks and months security will become even more of an issue, especially for travelers. How I wish I began S1~Safety First because I thought it would be cool for school and that a clear bag would make it easier for kids in a hurry to find their belongings. Sadly that was not the case. S1 Bags began as one mom to another I tried to design and develop a line of bags to keep our schools safe because of what two boys did in a place called Columbine.

It would be wonderful if we added the Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags and Backpack cause they were easy. They were added in response to the TSA's request and designed based on Federal guidelines that make them "checkpoint friendly". This request from the TSA was in response to the heightened security after that day in September that forever changed us.

Fellow American's and as a member of the human race, I stand with you united in the love our our country and our brothers and sisters around the world. We will not be defeated, terrorism will not win and S1 will be there meeting your every need and keeping our schools, offices, airports, sports arenas and other public venues safe. Together, we can make a difference.

Friday, April 29, 2011

Why Clear? See Why S1 is the CLEAR Advantage!

As safety issues become more the focal point of our daily lives, how do we find the balance between privacy and security? So often people ask me if I feel uncomfortable carrying a clear bag. I always say that I would rather have someone see what is in my bag than dump in out the name of safety. To me it is less intrusive to have things visible rather than having someone rifle through my things.

In designing and developing S1 Bags we took into consideration privacy and security at the same time. Let’s face it – everyone knows what we have in our bags ladies and gentlemen. Do you honestly think that because someone can “see” what you have it puts your possessions in greater peril than if it were “hidden” in your bag? Realistically, the answer is no. If anything, when entering a public venue where you go through security screenings, carrying a clear bag makes it easier on everyone and your belongings are not taken out and for all to see. They remain safely in your bag! Not only that, but you spend less time at security checkpoints – a win-win for everyone.

As a fellow traveler, I know how distressing it is to deal with checkpoints and applaud the TSA for setting forth guidelines for the development of checkpoint friendly laptop bags. S1 designed two different checkpoint friendly laptop bags and a checkpoint friendly laptop backpack. Understand that it is not the “clear” that makes S1’s laptop bags checkpoint friendly! It is not – it is the design of the bags – which meet all Federal TSA guidelines as checkpoint friendly. Your laptop is secure in a fully lined and padded compartment. In fact, S1 checkpoint friendly bags have a ½ inch padded compartment that safeguards your laptop when in use. What makes it checkpoint friendly is that the bag opens and lies flat as it goes through the scanner. The front flap does have the patented S1 clear feature for your peripherals and information, but rest assured, your laptop is safe and secure.

Take a look at what S1 has to offer – visit www.s1checkpointfriendlybags.com for our laptop bags and www.s1bags.com to see our full line. S1 has an ever expanding line of bags to meet your every need. Whether for school, business, sports, going to ball games or traveling across town or across the continents, S1 has a bag for all your needs. Come see why we are S1 – the CLEAR advantage!

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Easier Travel - Are You Part of the Solution

There are so many ways to make travel and safety co-exist - are you doing your part? When I travel, which is fairly often, there are little things that I do to make things easier for myself, security and those waiting behind me on the check-in line. You know, that endless line that seems to go on forever; the place where privacy has no place.

No matter how cold it is I wear my sandals -sometimes with socks- that slip right off. I don't wear anything with metal or wire - anywhere! No belt buckles or cute buttons - nothing that can set off the dreaded alarm! All my carry-on items are in a clear bag, whether it is a backpack or gym bag, both fit in the overhead bin. My toiletries are in a clear pouch in the front of side pocket of my carry-on. I also carry a checkpoint friendly laptop bag so I no longer need to remove my laptop and put it in the plastic bin. No chance of me dropping it - or forgetting it - in my haste to get my things. Thanks to the TSA who wanted to speed up check-in time and reduce breakage! They created guidelines that gave specific instructions as to what makes a bag checkpoint friendly. It must lie flat, nothing can be in with your laptop and nothing can obstruct your laptop from the x-ray machine. Simple as that.

Where can you find great quality items that make travel easier! Right here at S1 Bags! Alright, this blog is a direct promotion of my company - but can I help it if my company has designed and developed a line of bags that make safety and convenience possible! You can find our checkpoint friendly bags at www.s1checkpointfriendlybags.com and our clear bags and backpacks at www.s1bags.com. Don't get confused - just because S1 has a line of clear bags and backpacks it is NOT the clear that makes our checkpoint friendly bags checkpoint friendly! It is the design - your laptop is in a fully padded compartment and there is a clear flap in front for your boarding pass, id and peripherals - another great feature of our bags!

We know you will love the quality of our products and the way they make it easier to travel. Be part of the solution - carry an S1 bag and cut down on the time you spend on security checkpoints. Visit our web sites and find out why we are S1 - the CLEAR Advantage!

Monday, March 28, 2011

This Week on Word of Mom

Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio




On March 31st on BlogTalkRadio Word of Mom is talking with Beth Butler - better known as Boca Beth - who has made it fun for our children to learn Spanish as a second language. Beth began her journey when her daughter was 14 months old and enrolled in a pre-school to encourage interaction. Beth would visit the school and would write songs to melodies of familiar children’s music. For instance, she used the tune to “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” and wrote new words to match the beat while introducing a brand new concept of how to say “Hi” and “Bye” in English as well as “Hola” and “Adiós” in Spanish. Little children (being the sponges that they are between the ages of birth to five) soaked up the new songs quickly, asking for “More Boca Beth / Más Boca Beth” with each visit made to their preschool. Thus the Boca Beth program was born!!! Her goal is to create better communication within our increasingly diverse society by providing a fun and easy introduction to Spanish and English with music, movement and creativity. The program now features 4 bilingual CD's. 3 bilingual educational movies, color/activity books, puppets and more. Join us on BlogTalkRadio at 2pmEST/11amPST on the 31st and find out more about the Boca Beth way! Follow Word of Mom on Twitter @Dori_WordofMom, join the Word of Mom Facebook Fan Page or email me at dori.wordofmom@gmail.com for more information. You can join the conversation by calling Word of Mom at 347 850 8994 during the live broadcast.

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Word of Mom on MomTV this Thursday 4pmET/1pmPT is taking a proactive turn and sharing Jill Starishevsky an Assistant District Attorney in New York City, where she has prosecuted hundreds of sex offenders and dedicated her career to seeking justice for victims of child abuse and sex crimes. Outside the courtroom, Jill's fondness for writing led her to create thepoemlady.com, where she pens personalized pieces for all occasions. Her mission to protect children, along with her penchant for poetry, inspired My Body Belongs to Me, a book intended to prevent child sexual abuse by teaching 3-8 year olds their bodies are private. A mother of three, Jill is also founder of HowsMyNanny.com, a service that enables parents to purchase a license plate for their child's stroller so the public can report positive or negative nanny observations. Join us for this serious conversation and find out ways to protect your children on Word of Mom 3/31 on MomTV.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio and MomTV

This Thursday is a jam-packed day on Word of Mom!



At 2pmEST/11amPST I will be speaking with Dr. Linette Daniels on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio. Linette is a national speaker, author and coach who, for the past 20 years, has worked with youth from the cradle through college in a variety of arenas which include public school, child care, foster care, juvenile court, social services, and youth-serving organizations.
As a single parent, Linette used her vision to see infants’ progress into developmentally strong toddlers, academically prepared preschoolers, empowered youth and successful adults. This vision enabled her to raise 12 therapeutic foster care and 2 biological children. Dr. Daniels’ believes that given the right space, tools, and training, ALL youth can succeed and her favorite activity is showing youth “how” to start a business and create the life they want to live!
For more information you can visit Linette at www.empoweringyouthforsuccess.com. Please join me and my guest co-host Heather Hetchler @CafeSmom on Word of Mom on the 24th at 2pmET/11amPT or call us at 347 850 8994 as we talk about how you have a business - and your kids need one too!



At 4pmEST/1pmPST Word of Mom on MomTV I will be talking with Moira Podgurski about her story that she shares on her blog www.IsItAnIllusion.blogspot.com. In 1985 Moira was diagnosed with Leukemia and told that she has 3-5 years to live. Our conversation will share her journey of survival - which she began 25 years ago.
Join us as Moira share her journey as a World Class Hurdler, mother of 3, business owner and survivor as we talk on MomTV at 4pmEST/1pmPST.

For more on Word of Mom, email me at dori.wordofmom@gmail.com, follow me on Twitter at Dori_WordofMom, join the Word of Mom fan page on Facebook, visit our website www.wordofmom.ning.com

Friday, February 18, 2011

The Primrose School Family Dance Off - a Benefit for the Children's Miracle Network

Join me on Thursday February 24th on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio at 2pmEST/11amPST as I chat with Natosha Eskander, Owner, Primrose School at Pinnacle in Grove City, Ohio about the Family Dance off.

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Shine your dancing shoes and break out your best moves because the Primrose Family Dance-off is back! Those of you who participated last year know just how much fun it was to keep up your heels and dance your hearts out with your family. Our friends at Primrose Schools can’t wait to crown another round of Family Dance-off champions- and we can’t wait to tell you about it!

With their second annual Family Dance-off, Primrose Schools, the leader in educational child care, is helping to fight the childhood obesity epidemic. They are partnering with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to promote physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices and quality family time, things all Moms can get behind!
Here’s how you and your family can enter the Primrose Family Dance-off competition:

1. Record a 30-second video of your family’s best dance moves. Don’t be afraid to let loose and be silly!
2. Visit www.FamilyDanceoff.com and upload your best take by March 19.
3. Share your video with your friends via email, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
4. View and vote daily (you can place five votes per day) for your favorite family dance video!

What would a competition be without prizes? Primrose Schools is providing prizes that aren’t only great for your family but for your whole community, with $65,000 in donations to local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals:
· Grand Prize: $5,000 and Primrose will make a $30,000 donation to a local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital
· 2nd Prize: $3,000 and Primrose will make a $20,000 donation to a local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital
· 3rd Prize: $1,500 and Primrose will make a $15,000 donation to a local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital
· All 14 Finalists will also receive a FLIP camcorder

Childhood obesity is a critical issue for young children in America. Dance is a fun, easy way to introduce physical activity into your family’s routine while enjoying quality time together. The Family Dance-off supports Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, a non-profit organization that raises funds for more than 170 children’s hospitals, which collectively treat 17 million children annually for every illness and injury imaginable.

For more information visit their site at http://www.FamilyDanceoff.com or call us at 347 850 8994 and join the conversation here on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio. You can also email me at dori.wordofmom.com, follow on Twitter at Dori_WordofMom, join the Word of Mom fan page on Facebook and visit the Word of Mom website.

The Primrose School Family Dance Off - a Benefit for the Children

Join me on Thursday February 24th at 2pmEST/11amPST as I chat with Natosha Eskander, Owner, Primrose School at Pinnacle in Grove City, Ohio about the Family Dance off.

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Shine your dancing shoes and break out your best moves because the Primrose Family Dance-off is back! Those of you who participated last year know just how much fun it was to keep up your heels and dance your hearts out with your family. Our friends at Primrose Schools can’t wait to crown another round of Family Dance-off champions- and we can’t wait to tell you about it!

With their second annual Family Dance-off, Primrose Schools, the leader in educational child care, is helping to fight the childhood obesity epidemic. They are partnering with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to promote physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices and quality family time, things all Moms can get behind!
Here’s how you and your family can enter the Primrose Family Dance-off competition:
1. Record a 30-second video of your family’s best dance moves. Don’t be afraid to let loose and be silly!
2. Visit www.FamilyDanceoff.com and upload your best take by March 19.
3. Share your video with your friends via email, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
4. View and vote daily (you can place five votes per day) for your favorite family dance video!

With $65,000 in donations to local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and prizes for the finalists - this is a win-win competition - so get ready to dance away... for more information visit their site at http://www.FamilyDanceoff.com or call us at 347 850 8994 and join the conversation here on BlogTalkRadio.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

The Total Woman Conference on Word of Mom


On February 17 at 2pmEST/11amPST on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio I will be conversing with Princess Bola Adelani - owner of Royal Proclamations Total Life Success - and creator of the Total Women Conference. 


The Total Woman Conference (TWC) is a one-day, multi-generational conference designed to provide “Total C.A.R.E. for Women in ALL Spheres of their Lives. TWC exists to Celebrate, Applaud, Refresh and Equip the Whole Woman”™. The Total Woman Conference will celebrate the uniqueness of womanhood, applaud the often overlooked achievements of women in Family, Community Development and Business. Three Women of Distinction will be recognized and applauded via our Woman of Distinction Awards. 


This conference is designed to refresh, de-stress, rejuvenate and pamper the women in attendance with spa treatments, massage therapists, and cosmetologists. Equip with informational seminars from dynamic speakers who will inspire and empower you for excellence and distinction personally, professionally and spiritually, the Total Women Conference is going to be an event worth attending. 


The 3rd annual conference is scheduled for April 2, 2011 8:00 am - 5:00 pm + so it is a full day of information, relaxation and rejuvenation for your business and your body. Word of Mom is one of the Event Partner of the TWC and will be broadcasting live from the event. For more information please visit http://www.totalwomanconference.com and take advantage of early registration discounts.  


Tune in for Word of Mom on Thursday February 17th at 2pmEST/11amPST as Princess Bola and other guests share this unique conference with us all.  You can call in and be part of the conversation at 347 850 8994, email me at Dori.wordofmom@gmail.com, follow me on Twitter @Dori_WordofMom, join the Facebook WoM fan page and become a member on our website - Wordofmom.ning.com.

Friday, February 4, 2011

A Conversation with Andrea Patten on Word of Mom


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What do land sales, addiction treatment and workshops for women have in common?  Not much – unless you’re talking to author, trainer, women’s advocate and dot-connector Andrea Patten.  That's what I am doing on February 10 at 2pm EST - 11am PST on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio.  

Andrea has been inspiring women all over the world and is now taking the time to inspire here on Word of Mom.  Andrea's accomplishments are many...Her Success Parent blog and her book What Kids Need to Succeed: Four Foundations of Adult Achievement offers parents useful insights from high-achieving adults.  A lifelong advocate for children and families, she currently volunteers as an Area Coordinator for the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance .  Whether working with life-threatening issues or creating custom change-your-life workshops, Andrea creates profoundly honest experiences that deliver enthusiasm, joy and new perspective. 

Join us as we chat on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio February 10, 2pm EST - 11am PST or be part of the conversation by calling in at 347 850 8994.  For more information on Word of Mom - or to be a guest - email me at dori.wordofmom@gmail.com.  Take a look at the Word of Mom Website,   follow me on Twitter @Dori_WordofMom and join the Word of Mom Facebook fan page.

Friday, January 28, 2011

Dane Terrell - on Word of Mom

Thursday, February 3rd Word of Mom welcomes Dane Terrell - author and film writer and my first male guest! Dane grew up in San Francisco, CA. As a child, Dane dreamed of working in the film industry. Majoring in Radio and Television Broadcasting at San Francisco State University, Dane began producing community affair programming, like "Bay Views," a culinary and cultural arts show, aired over San Francisco’s Public access channel. As a producer of “Inside The Game,” Dane produced and interviewed prominent college athletes and Major Athletic Directors such as Ted Leland of Stanford.

Also at this time, Dane took an internship at KRON 4 NEWS in San Francisco. As a production assistant, Dane accompanied Producers on remote locations and was tasked with organizing interviews and shoot locations.
It was during this time that Dane learned the value of time and professionalism to produce, top notch productions. In the studio, Dane assisted the editors in editing news packages, and coordinated between the directors and sports producers. Dane also wrote script copy for renown, sports anchor, Gary Radnich. It was here that Dane developed his passion for writing.

After obtaining his B.A. in Radio and Television from San Francisco State in 2003, Dane went to work for Entercom, LLC. With radio and television stations, countrywide, Dane served as an audio producer, producing commercials and promos. A frequent traveler, Dane has visited Spain, Italy and France, Amsterdam and Germany. Dane speaks fluent Spanish, is well versed in Italian, Catalan and Portuguese and now is taking up French.

Dane is a poet and author. He is in the process of writing his first novel, a fantasy adventure. Dane has written five-original, screenplays and is currently writing new material. Dane has optioned a short script titled, “Sour Grapes.” At this moment, Dane is producing his first, feature film “Casey.” "Casey" deals with the pain of multiple miscarriages, women alcoholics and abuse. Join us on BlogTalkRadio for Word of Mom, follow along on Twitter and Facebook, take a look at the Word of Mom website - all where MOMpreneurs have a voice.

Friday, January 21, 2011

Big Blend Magazing Back on Word of Mom

Photobucket On Thursday January 27th 2pmET/11amPT BigBlendMagazine is back on Word of Mom. BigBlendMagazine.com, has been owned and operated since 1997, by mother-and-daughter team Nancy J. Reid - Editor and Production Director, and Lisa D. Smith - Editor and Marketing Director. Together Nancy and Lisa offer over 40 years of marketing, photography, and editorial experience in the travel, lifestyle, leisure, special interest, hospitality, business and retail industries.

BigBlendMagazine.com got its start as a San Diego based print and online publication called The Blend Magazine. A few years later, it expanded to becoming SouthwestBlend.com covering the southwestern US states. In 2006, boasting over 1 million unique visitors per month, it became a completely online publication and expanded to being national and international in coverage. In 2008, BigBlendMagazine.com added 10 online radio shows to the mix, as well as Big Blend TV.

Now, in 2011, in celebration of 14 years in being published with over 2.7 million monthly unique visitors, and 4 years of online radio broadcasting with over 800,000 listeners, BigBlendMagazine.com is proud to announce its expansion into becoming ten online magazines, each with their own online radio show on Big Blend TV channel. Featuring articles, interviews, games and giveaways, and Big Blend Radio show schedules, BigBlendMagazines.com also publishes the The Daily Blend eNews, which is sent to over 270,000 subscribers every day.

The 10 New Radio Magazines include:
- www.ChampagneSundaysMagazine.com art, books, music and entertainment radio magazine

- www.CreativeCelebrationsMagazine.com wedding and event planning radio magazine

- www.EatDrinkBeMerryMagazine.com food and drink radio magazine

- www.GardenGossipMagazine.com home & garden radio magazine

- www.QualityofLifeMagazine.com health, spirit, family and style radio magazine

- www.RantsRavesRockMagazine.com politics, issues and rock radio magazine

- www.NatureConnectionMagazine.com nature, science and environment radio magazine

- www.SuccessExpressMagazine.com business, career and finance radio magazine

- www.VacationStationMagazine.com travel and leisure radio magazine

- www.WayBackWhenMagazine.com history and heritage radio magazine

Join us on Word of Mom on BlogTalkRadio Thursday January 27, 2pm ET/11am Pt or give us a call in at 347 850 8994 and hear all about the new publications and more. For info on Word of Mom visit the Word of Mom website, follow me on Twitter Dori_S1_Bags, join the Facebook fan page DoriS1Bags or email me dori.s1bags@gmail.com.

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Empowering our Youth with Dr. Linette Daniels on Word of Mom

Photobucket On Thursday January 20th at 2pmEST/11amPST I will be speaking with Dr. Linette Daniels on the Word of Mom show on BlogTalkRadio. Linette is a national speaker, author and coach who, for the past 20 years, has worked with youth from the cradle through college in a variety of arenas which include public school, child care, foster care, juvenile court, social services, and youth-serving organizations.

As a single parent, Linette used her vision to see infants’ progress into developmentally strong toddlers, academically prepared preschoolers, empowered youth and successful adults. This vision enabled her to raise 12 therapeutic foster care and 2 biological children.Dr. Daniels’ believes that given the right space, tools, and training, ALL youth can succeed and her favorite activity is showing youth “how” to start a business and create the life they want to live! For more information you can visit Linette at empoweringyouthforsuccess.com.

Please join us on Word of Mom on the 20th at 2pmET/11amPT or call us at 347 850 8994 as we talk about how you have a business - and your kids need one too! For more on Word of Mom, email me at dori.s1bags.com, follow me on Twitter at Dori_S1_Bags, on the Word of Mom Facebook fan page and on the web at Word of Mom.

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Dr Lynne Kenney - The Family Coach Method on Word of Mom

Photobucket On Thursday January 13 at a special time on BlogTalkRadio - 1pmEST/10amPST Lynne Kenney, Psy.D., will be joining me on Word of Mom. Dr. Kenney is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist for 15 years at Beljan Neuropsych in Scottsdale, AZ, and the creator of The Family Coach Method. She has advanced fellowship training in forensic psychology and developmental pediatric psychology from Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and Harbor-UCLA/UCLA Medical School. Dr. Kenney is one of "the most accessible mom media experts,” a featured contributor on on Socialmoms.com and the host of Dr. Lynne Weighs In on BlogTalk Radio. Dr. Kenney is currently a featured expert in Parents magazine and Parenting magazine. Since 2006, she has co-produced three television shows and six DVDs with Baby First TV, and hosted the Baby First TV show “Baby Basics.” Her Better Living Content has appeared on ABC, the Montel Williams Show, and various child/family websites including parentsask.com and momtastic.com. Dr. Kenney is the parenting expert on Smart Family ABC 15 in Phoenix and you can watch her every Wednesday at 3:30 pm. Her book The Family Coach Method is enjoyed by families worldwide. She also offers free parenting resources at lynnekenney.com. Join us as we chat on the 13th at 1pmEST/10amPST. For more info on Word of Mom, contact me at dori.s1bags@gmail.com, follow me on Twitter, on The Word of Mom fan page on Facebook at and on the web at Word of Mom.

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