When Sara Binkley-Tow had her first child ten years ago, her initial intent was to be a working mother. “My husband and I tried to make it work, with us both working,” recalls Sara. “He even worked from home part of the time. But it just didn’t work for us, so I left...
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Welcome to West Michigan Woman!
The New Year is the perfect time to start something new, don’t you think? That’s why we are so excited to launch WestMichiganWoman.com! Since we opened Serendipity Media, LLC in 2002, we have desired a local product that would be unique, and that is exactly what we...
Feng Shui Your Bathroom
Make your bathroom a sanctuary, after all, it is where we begin and end every day. De-clutter and fang shui your space, and you will find it to be a more restful and inviting room of the house. De-ClutterAccording to Kristine Lewis of Get Organized, clutter robs your...
Make Any Room Elegant with Satin
Satin fabric is usually made from silk, and its sheen and softness has made it a favorite for designers. There are four different forms in which it is available including: Duchess Satin–a stiff satin that only shines on one sideSatin Jacquard–fabric is woven with...
Being a Good Hostess
When you invite friends and family into your home, you want them to have the best time possible. Here are a few rules by which to live when it comes to being the hostess with the most. Take care with your guest list. Invite people who will enjoy one another’s company,...
Reinforce Positive Behavior in Your Children
No matter the age, background or culture, the desire for attention is universal. Attention can be sought in positive or negative ways, but ultimately, sticking to the positive is a more effective way to achieve the desired response. You can prove to your children that...
Focus on the Positives
Having a positive quality of life is directly related to the strength of relationships. You can develop a pattern of optimism when you let go of trying to control the way others think and feel and focus on the good that already exists in them and in your...
Maintaining Healthy Relationships
Stop the deterioration of your relationship before it starts by avoiding miscommunication and unnecessary arguments. Read theses tips and implement them in any relationship: Admit when you are wrong. You can't be right all the time, no one can, and admitting when you...
Picking Up the Pieces
Married couples struggling to maintain their relationships can seek help through counseling. What was once stigmatized is now more acceptable for those who wish to reform the deep bonds of marital love. Dr. William Stroo counsels couples in the West Michigan area. He...
Re-Launch Your Career
If you've taken a break from the working world to start a family, getting back into it can be daunting. With confidence, however, you can launch yourself, and your career, right back into the game. Follow these steps to achieve your goals in the work force: Make your...