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Take 90 West has that something special.

There are a few things that really stand out on this slice-of-life blog.  First of all, Lisa is a good writer.  In today’s Internet culture, the rules of grammar seem to be thought of as “suggestions.”  This is fine, I suppose, but a well-written blog just makes me smile.

In this case, it’s not just a matter of spelling and punctuation, either.  Lisa has the ability to really convey her feelings in a way that allows you to identify.  When she talked about her daughter chipping a tooth, for example, I have to admit that I got all misty eyed; and I don’t even know her or her daughter!

In addition to getting her point across through writing, Lisa also does some really great photo posts.  With half a dozen photos and a few captions, she is somehow able to tell an entire story.  It’s actually really inspiring and makes me want to break out the digital camera.

Finally, one of the best parts of Take 90 West is Lisa’s sense of humor.  She is witty and funny, and it comes across as being very natural.  Basically, she seems like someone you would really want to have on your Bunco team or living on your cul-de-sac.

As you would expect on a personal blog, there are some memes and the perennial I-need-to-go-on-a-diet posts, too.  She even has the occasional epiphany, and some of them are the kind of thing a person could possibly take to heart.  (I also wish I was Martha Stewart and need to accept that I am not.)

Overall, Take 90 West is a really enjoyable read with quality content and a friendly approach.

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A Mama’s Blog chronicles the day-to-day happenings of Heather’s family.  She talks about her boys Ryan and Cole and gives readers a little glimpse into their personalities and development.  The blog also allows her a platform to share information on a couple of her favorite mama topics.

Attachment Parenting is one of Heather’s favorite subjects.  She shares a little about the philosophy behind AP and goes on to talk about her family’s own experience.  She’s also an advocate of breastfeeding, and a number of her posts mention the bond she feels with her boys as a result of nursing them.  In addition to her own first-hand anecdotes, she also includes links and reprints of other articles and research on the benefits of breastfeeding.

Heather has experienced a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and really enjoys sharing with other women that this can be a viable option for them.  She imparts a lot of information about cesareans, including first-hand suggestions on how to recover from one, statistics for mothers considering one, and lots of support for those trying to avoid one.

For the last couple of months, A Mama’s Blog has been hosting contests and giveaways, too.  Many of the prizes have included environmentally-friendly products that can be used in your home.  Health is a major topic on the blog, and Heather sees these types of products as being another route to healthier living.

A Mama’s Blog takes a varied look at being a stay-at-home mom.  Heather has some pretty strong opinions about what are the right choices for her family, but she tries to share her ideas without being judgmental toward those who choose a different path.  Still, she makes the information available in an attempt to give readers every opportunity to educate themselves on some very important topics.

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Of course, this blog is centered around food; but it looks at it from a parent’s perspective. She talks about her recent discovery of Community Supported Agriculture and how it’s allowing her to bring more organic produce into the house without paying grocery store prices.

In addition to articles like this (she calls them “Menu Mom Chit Chat”), Christine also uses the blog to share recipes that her readers can try out at home. While so many blogs are all about how to save time, she’s not afraid to include recipes that require you to beat something until it forms peaks or to chill it for several hours before serving. It’s actually pretty refreshing to see real recipes instead of “quick tips” or “short cuts” for a change.

The “Fun Places to Visit” category of The Menu Mom is full of posts with links to interesting sites off of the blog. It’s basically a resource for food-related thoughts and ideas around the web. On occasion, Christine will also review a product related to her blog’s topic.

While The Menu Mom isn’t updated as frequently as many other blogs, it’s the kind that you like to have in your feed reader so you don’t miss anything when a new article or recipe does pop up.

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Change seems to be sort of a touch point for this very candid look into a single mother’s life.  Tishia’s blog isn’t about how to be a better single parent or even what it’s like to be a single parent.  Instead, it is about what it’s like to be her.  And she happens to be a single mom.

The blog talks about Tishia’s day-to-day experiences doing things like raising her son Caleb, getting her heart broken, and reaching the occasional life-altering epiphany.  She does all of this in a very straight-forward, down-to-earth way that makes you feel like you just called your girlfriend up on the phone and got caught up on her life for the day.

The posts on Adventures of a WAHM really seem to resonate with her readers, too, as so many of the comments are variations on the theme of “me, too.”  She boldly shares what is in her heart at any given time, and it’s clear that she is giving voice to what other hearts are feeling.

It’s rare to find a space on the Internet that could truly be considered “intimate,” but Tishia Lee’s blog seems to be just that.  She shares personal details, but the outcome isn’t something obnoxious or cheesy.  Instead, it kind of makes you want to grab a pint of ice cream to eat during tomorrow’s call from your new best friend.

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If parenting is a zoo, then Annette Yen is the zookeeper. Her offering to the blogosphere (one of them, anyway) is parentingzoo.com, a fun space to pick up a helpful tidbits on parenting preschoolers and toddlers. The topics on this particular blog are varied, but they all fall nicely into the category of “stuff moms should know about.” Pretty much every single post is actually really interesting, and how often can you say that?

There are a lot of ideas shared on Parenting Zoo, and some of the best ones are found in the “Instead of TV” category. For those days when you feel like no one could possibly understand, there’s the “Stories from the Front” series that shares tales of woe ranging from cupcake icing on the upholstery to an entire bottle of shampoo on the tile floor (my, your house smells lovely). For activities that everyone can enjoy, the “For Kids” category delves into everything from classical music for babies to scrapbooking that even preschoolers can do.

One of the best features of Parenting Zoo is that Annette spends a lot of time finding great ideas on the ‘net and then shares links to them with her readers. Some of her recommendations include great podcasts for moms, a place to share home videos without fear that your kids will be witness to the worst YouTube has to offer, and even great deals and specials that everyone should know about. (Seriously, did you know that more than 70 museums in the U.S. give free admission on certain days just for showing your Bank of America card? I didn’t until I read about it on Parenting Zoo.)

Annette gets a little help from syndicated columnist Lisa Barker, aka, “JellyMom,” and you want to be sure you’re not drinking milk when you read her posts, because it might end up shooting out of your nose. She’s a funny, funny lady.

In addition to all of the free content, the blog also offers an option to purchase the Parenting Zoo Toolbox. This includes quite a few resources for parents in the form of downloadable book and guides, activities for teaching the alphabet, and even podcasts on relevant topics.

All-in-all, this blog is a great resource for those trying to manage their toddlers and preschoolers in a way that helps everyone stay entertained and sane. Please insert your own “zoo” metaphor in which you think of your children as silly monkeys, baby birds, or jackals that need a little help from the zookeeper.

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The blog is sort of a hybrid of the personal blog and the business blog. Some days Alyssa talks about how she manages a schedule with three children under the age of five, and other days she talks more about her business ministering to young women. No matter what the topic, though, Alyssa is conscientious about giving praise and credit to God.

In general, Life from My Laptop is a friendly blog that shares a few links, contributes to a few memes, and offers a few chuckles from work-at-home mom land. Alyssa’s style is chatty and lively, and she obviously enjoys having this outlet for the excitement going on inside her very busy brain.

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Many people claim to have started a blog because they were passionate about a subject. Even a quick tour around New Urban Mom shows that this is absolutely true in the case of Sharon McMillan. Her enthusiasm for the subject of new urbanism is so evident in the posts she writes that it tends to rub off onto the reader.

Personally, I’d never even heard of “new urbanism.” Sure, people are constantly throwing around words like “green” and “environmentally friendly” these days, but those are sort of blanket terms. “New urbanism” gets right to the heart of the matter by giving an actual solution to lessening our impact on the planet while still living completely fulfilling lives in the cities we love. In Sharon’s own words:

“I chose New Urbanism as the topic for my (main) blog www.newurbanmom.com because new urbanism is about the most practical way to help individuals and families to adopt green living practices. Concepts like shopping locally, walking more and driving less, working close to home or at home, are almost 20 year old concepts introduced as part of the new urbanism movement. Moms are uniquely positioned to promote and encourage more acceptance and adoption of new urbanism principles across the country.”

But, I wouldn’t want to spoil the experience of you learning all about it at New Urban Mom, so I won’t say any more on that for now. The blog is enjoyable because it isn’t just a bunch of harping on a pet subject. Instead, it is engaging and practical. In the “Green Living” section, the blog explores the McMillans’ decision to become a one-car family. In “City Life” it takes a look at how we can reach out to individuals to create more community in our communities. There’s even a section devoted to holidays, and not just the one’s you’re thinking of right now.

New Urban Mom has a nice mix of personal and topical information. The tone is one of sincerity, so when Sharon talks about her kids, it doesn’t seem at all out of place, despite the fact that they’re not the blog’s main focus. She also manages to include the occasional book review and contests with some really cool prizes.

In addition to the blog, there is also a New Urban Mom Podcast where Sharon is able to interview people who are living the New Urban lifestyle.

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Busy Moms, Healthy Moms is a great resource for finding ways to save time and money so that you can devote those things to what’s most important - your kids.

The blog is run by Cynthia Overfield, and my goodness does she have a lot of information to share. There are tons of useful articles focusing on all kinds of topics. The frugal living tips, for example, offer really simple things that everyone can do to trim a little fat from the household budget. Speaking of the house, Cynthia also offers suggestions on how to be better organized, as well tips for decorating.

If you’re following all of the advice, then there’s a good chance you’ve freed up a little cash and a lot of time. Don’t worry, Busy Moms, Healthy Moms can help you figure out what to do with that, too. The “Kid Corner” and “Busy Moms Crafting Ideas” both offer fun activities for you and your kids. There’s even a section on beauty tips just for Mom.

All of these topics deal with the “Busy Moms” aspect of the title, but the “Healthy Moms” part is addressed, too. The “Natural Kids” and “Busy Moms Kitchen” sections both take your family’s health into consideration. As a matter of fact, the planet’s health is even tackled in the “Living Green” section of the blog.

There are a couple of handy specialized sections, too, that can help keep Mom on track. The “Back to School Series” has suggestions for making mornings run more smoothly and how to save money on lunches. The “Busy Moms Meal Planning Help” offers advice on how to plan meals ahead, as well as how to make those meals healthier every day.

Busy Moms, Healthy Moms is a comprehensive blog that really considers what topics are the most useful to today’s mothers. Whether you’re looking to save a few bucks or get your kids to eat healthier, there’s something on this blog for you.

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Be sure to stop by and say hello to her and welcome her to the blogosphere!