Live-In Housekeepers: Keys To An Easier Life
by Alice Sy If given the opportunity, everybody would prefer to have live-in housekeepers in their home ... -in housekeepers. For a great many of people, having a full time made is, indeed, a luxury. In fact ... of certain agencies to help you find live-in housekeepers. These agencies are usually equipped [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 19:14:28
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A day in the life of an intern
Well, not actually a day, but just a couple of hours ... , her co-intern, her attending, the nurses, the housekeepers, an interpreter, and others. I could ... Donovan trying to find an artery take a sample for repeat blood gas test after the first sample [more...]
Date: 2008-12-12 02:00:00
Feeling Lucky?
Entering contests has never really interested me and the old “someone has to win, ... sweepstakes prizes—a gas gift card from Chevron and a year’s subscription to Good Housekeeping in Sears’ Search for the Golden Wish Ticket sweepstakes. Thank you to both companies!You can find loads [more...]
Date: 2008-12-29 07:01:00
Naomi Campbell Settles Housekeeper Lawsuit
Naomi Campbell has settled her latest legal dispute with a former housekeeper who claimed that Naomi hit her and called her na,es for not being able to find a pair of jeans. The terms of the settlement have been sealed ... . Given her track record, who would you believe? The poor maid who’s crying, saying Naomi knocked [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 18:35:07
Manager Role #1 - Selecting Talent
When we talk of hiring someone, we immediately fall back to the “traditional” hiring criteria: Experience (how good the resume is), Intelligence ( ... , are the behaviors you find yourself doing often. You have a mental filter that sifts through your world ... and great teachers, great housekeepers and great flight attendants.” There is a particularly [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 19:45:38
New Year, New Bathroom
Once again, I return home from another delightful Christmas with the McFaddens infused with too much butter and sugar, an envy of good housekeepers, ... it. So, no pictures for you! At least not yet. Every time I start a renovation project, I find yet more evidence [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 03:25:59
Courtney Love Housekeeper Myspace Ad
Oh-I forgot to ask what you guys thought of PopCrunch’s new design? Pretty cool, right? I think so! ... find one on Myspace. The 44-year-old ex-Hole singer, a walking public service announcement on the physical effects of drugs, is advertising for a “non-freaky, non-thieving” maid on America’s most [more...]
Date: 2008-09-25 11:21:07
To Give, and Give, and Give, and Give....
There's a curious dark-side to the generosity of the holidays here in New York ... , and at no time is that more evident than Christmas. Doormen. Babysitters. Housekeepers. Supers. Mailmen ... increasing the dollar values out of fear that they'll be the one who gave too little and will suddenly find [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 22:58:44
Dennis Miller on Waterboarding
“Miller Time” on the “O’Reilly Factor” is always an entertaining time as Dennis Miller, a lonely man in Hollywood, gets across his viewpoint with a touch of humor. This past week he discussed waterboarding and his gratitude to President Bush for keeping our country safe since 9/11. A hearty “Amen!” to his expression of appreciation [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 02:56:00
Be Happy
So Sundry thinks I can come up with 10 (!!) things that I'm happy about or proud of doing in 2008. Holy crap. This really flies in the face of my GrinchyScroogy approach to life. We'll see if we can make my heart grow a size or two. Two, max. 1. I'm really pleased that I came up with a summer vacation plan that would work for our awkward little [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 05:07:05
Dial A for abuse
previous post and if a child is being hurt or neglected in some way then that absolutely must stop and if the law has been broken, it must be upheld. I don’t want to see children being hurt any more than the next person. But I also believe that if a family is able to stay together and carers are able to learn better parenting, [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 18:41:44
Stuck In The Middle
Continuing on with the theme of privilege, today I am cross posting something I wrote in May ... my original commentary. As a Woc I find myself often being pulled in two different directions. White women ... my two cents out there, I find that the response is always the same. Black patriarchy will not own [more...]
Date: 2008-09-12 08:44:12
Value Planning
They do say "the grass is always greener the other side of the fence", so why not jump over and view your own plot from your neighbour's perspective. Chances are you will find yours is not that bad after all. Look for the advantages ... . It was fascinating reading the ads for the cooks/housekeepers etc. There were several that offered free [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 06:19:00
Have you ever been one or have you ever hired one?
.I hope everyone had a good Holiday. I'm still in festive mode. Over the next week, while I spend some time with family, I will repost some of my earlier Lilly's Life experiences. Pour yourself a drink and enjoy.I read that Robin Williams divorced his.And that Ethan Hawke had a baby with his. Then we all know that Jude Law slept with his [more...]
Date: 2008-12-26 06:04:00
THE BIG MONEY BEHIND GEITHNER
By Cliff Kincaid January 17, 2009 A guy who can’t figure out his own taxes is supposed to fix the economy? This is the absurd rationale being offered by media figures such as Andrea Mitchell of NBC News for confirming Timothy Geithner as Obama’s Treasury Secretary after it was disclosed that he was a serial tax evader [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 15:33:25
When is enough ENOUGH?
Enough is too much. Overload is the word of the day. As mothers and wives, we wear so many hats, being all things to all people. Meal makers, clothes cleaners, appointment reminders, housekeepers, counselors, advisors, therapists, chauffeurs, BANKERS ... the list is endless. And yes, I know I willingly signed [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 22:38:00
One of the Bad Parts of This Christmas
This is the reason that I was being an asshole in my last post:I didn't end up evacuating myself to my aunt's house ... ). Although I was perfectly able to make the five hour drive from my parents' house in Houston to my aunt's house in Baton Rouge that evening, I did want to stick around another day to play with the boys [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 14:24:00
Live Easily With Live-In Housekeepers
by Alice Sy If given the opportunity, everybody would prefer to have live-in housekeepers in their home ... -in housekeepers. For a great many of people, having a full time made is, indeed, a luxury. In fact ... . Then you should also verify if they have a valid work visa. If you find all these difficult [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 11:59:28
Grandma and the Prince: Part 2 - Barbara Bretton
(Part 1 can be found here.)No matter how many questions you ask, no matter how many stories they tell, the truth is you'll never know everything there is to know about your family. In a million years I never would have guessed that the photos of my grandmother and her prince were the key to the Big Family Secret I wouldn't know about until just [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 08:01:00
Memphis Home
by S. Kim For many of us buying a home can be a very stressful time in our lives. Certainly it does not matter whether you live in Memphis, Los Angeles or Las Vegas buying a home is the biggest expenditure one will face. In this article we offer a few tips to help you when you are considering buying say a Memphis home and which can reduce the [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 20:12:25
Shhh, it's a quiet day!
I was torn---do I write my posting or go take a nap? Yes, it's that type of day today. Earlier this morning the sun and clouds did battle, jousting for position in the sky, and, as of now, the clouds have won! It looks like a winter's day but fortunately, the temps don't quite reflect the dreariness, [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 18:58:00
Termination of Domestic Helper in Japan: Things You Need To Know
by Alice Sy Domestic helpers in Asia are many. This is because the cost of the services of domestic helpers in Asian countries is relatively cheap ... . The best means to find a domestic helper in Japan is by word of mouth. You can approach people ... for you, and guide you to find exactly the one you are looking for. Japanese employers are usually [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 09:01:40
Good help is hard to find
Every other Friday brings drama to our household. Because every other Friday is house cleaning day ... . That kind of thing. So after each cleaning, I would re-arrange the pictures and dust behind ... started going downhill fast. First I came home after cleaning day and found a broken faucet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 17:11:00
Kissinger: “Obama’s mission is to usher in a “New World Order”
The real story, which can only emerge through talk radio and alternative media, is that Geithner has very powerful political and financial connections, not only to the media but the banking interests and lobbies that try to orchestrate U.S. policy behind the scenes [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 11:24:13
Elder Care. Wheelchaired Fodder. Old Folks at the Home.
Old age, as it should be.Old Folks at the HomeAging on the Fringes of American Life Elder care. Less visibility even than "Invisible Children" now with sites, books, film on the internet.* We took a road trip north of Quebec to Chicoutimi-Jonquierre, farther north, asked directions at a big house - somebody rolled up to the door, opened it up, [more...]
Date: 2008-12-20 13:33:00
Newsmusings
Some news stories that caught my attention in the news today, for one reason or another: 1. Care applications soar after Baby P case More applications to take children into care are being issued than at any time since the present system of child protection was established [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 23:10:28
Brad Pitt: Celebrities
To be Brad Pitt is to know the bowels of hotels: the hidden mazes of back entrances, subterranean passages and service elevators daily trudged by housekeepers and room service waiters—and sometimes traveled by a VIP guest who needs secret conveyance to his suite. Thirty minutes [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 19:31:43
Gender Ratios Around the World
Sometimes unexpected statistics get me thinking and researching...and sometimes leads in unexpected directions. I've been looking at a (somewhat old) book called The State of Women in the World Atlas, by Joni Seager, published in 1997. Most of the information shown is pretty much as you'd expect: [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 01:25:02
The Venus Flytrap: A Time For Inventory-ing
Jump to CommentsOn the fringe of Auroville is a village named Edayanchavadi, and 3 km of unlit forest roads from there is a property owned and inhabited by a small, acclaimed repertory theatre company.At night and at dawn, the sounds of prayers from temples in the vicinity can be heard, blared from microphones [more...]
Date: 2008-12-27 13:04:28
Cutting Back on Domestic Help During Tough Times
Juggling parents who employ nannies, babysitters or housekeepers know those workers are often crucial to keeping a family’s life running smoothly. Yet they know, too, that such employees’ salaries tend to be among the family’s largest [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 15:51:47
Traveling With Your Pets For Work Or Play
To many of us, our four legged friends are very much a part of our family ... to accommodate those rules before you check in and commit to them. Before you go on your trip, you need to find ... of websites online that have resources to help you find pet friendly hotels. While you are on your trip [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 16:47:37
Pet Travel For Work Or Play
Pet Travel For Work Or Play by BulgarianBlogger on January 6, 2009 To many of us, our four legged friends are very much a part of our family ... rules before you check in and commit to them. Before you go on your trip, you need to find ... that have resources to help you find pet friendly lodging. While you are on your trip with your pet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 16:44:33
Google Looking for a "Corporate Concierge" to Find You Aerosmith Tickets or Whatever [The Internets]
Google is known for offering lavish perks for its employees. Here's one more—they're looking to hire a "Corporate Concierge"! ... an online resource center for personal services such as event planning, housekeeping services, restaurant ... fitness centers and massage services." (But goddamn what wouldn't we do for a massage right [more...]
Date: 2008-06-26 21:04:45
Pet Friendly Motels Facilitate Vacation Travel
Pet Friendly Motels Facilitate Vacation Travel by CroatianTrips on January 6, 2009 To many of us, our pets are very much a part of our family ... you go on your trip, you need to find out if there are any pet friendly motels in the area. It is important to make ... . There are a lot of websites online that have resources to help you find pet friendly [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 16:44:36
Atlantic City Bleeds as Would-Be Gamblers Pay Bills Instead
By Terrence Dopp Dec. 30 (Bloomberg) — It’s 3:45 a.m ... s not like it used to be,” Panagiotou said. “All of the casinos are struggling. People are not going to find money to gamble when they need to find it just to live.” After 28 years of growth, Atlantic City’ [more...]
Date: 2008-12-30 13:50:04
Hilda Solis’ Lessons for Asian Americans
The announcement of Congresswoman Hilda Solis as President-elect Obama’s choice for US Secretary of Labor not only testifies to the growing strength ... Movement lined up behind her. Latina/o janitors and housekeepers walking precincts and knocking [more...]
Date: 2008-12-20 07:28:41
Live Easily With Live-In Housekeepers
by Alice Sy If given the opportunity, everybody would prefer to have live-in housekeepers in their home ... of not hiring one. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford the services of live-in housekeepers. In the United ... at home. In the event that you would also like to experience what it’s like to have housekeepers [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 10:01:11
Employment Agencies Domestic Helper Hong Kong: Useful Tips
by Alice Sy Anyone who is searching for stable employment overseas needs to find the most dependable employment agencies ... to find valuable help from recruitment agencies. Employment agencies for house helpers ... staffing expertise. This will allow any domestic helper to find the job assignment he or she is most [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 11:24:51
Babysitter Holiday Gifts
The holidays are here! The excitement of the season is in full force — as is holiday shopping. Over at Sittercity.com, the most popular question we get from parents this time of year is what they should give to their babysitter/nanny as a gift [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 14:16:09
Pet Friendly Hotels Facilitate Work Travel
To many of us, our four legged friends are very much a part of our family ... , you need to find out if there are any pet friendly motels in the area. It is important to make sure ... of websites online that have resources to help you find pet friendly hotels. While [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 07:56:05
China to grads: Opt for 'grassroots' jobs
BEIJING: China will push a rising tide of university graduates to find work in the countryside and small firms after Premier Wen Jiabao warned ... month, with more than 90 per cent of them university students, the newspaper quoted a housekeeping [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 06:14:00
Law & Order “Chattel” A Sad Story Well Told (Review and Recap)
It’s been a long time since I have watched a Law & Order (NBC) episode that actually made me feel sad. And I felt very sad at the end of “Chattel” ... these children for their personal housekeepers. That deep frown on his face telegraphed perfectly [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 13:29:00
"Prices must adjust to economic reality"
From the Stockton Record: Doldrums - a sluggish state in which no development or improvement occurs - is the word for the California economy during ... and waitresses, housekeepers, slot technicians and other positions. So far, more than 14,000 people [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 15:21:00
Leaf of the Day: Assorted Wildlife...Otters, the Kmart Ospreys and the Wailing Limpkins
We went out cycling this morning and to my complete astonishment saw an otter basking on the shores of Lake Rowena near the Orlando Museum of Art ... housekeepers they are not.We have a chattering belted kingfisher which every night flies around [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 02:12:00
David and Victoria Beckham’s Housekeepers Falsely Accused Of Stealing
David and Victoria Beckham won’t have to take their former housekeepers to court after all, ... for the Beckhams as housekeepers for their Hertfordshire, England mansion, dubbed Beckingham Palace ... for the Beckhams, and now their accountability means nothing, so hopefully they will be able to find another job. [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 20:01:11
Traveling With Your Pets For Work Or Vacation
Traveling With Your Pets For Work Or Vacation Posted in January 10th, 2009 by Remco in Travel and Leisure To many of us, ... to them. Before you go on your trip, you need to find out if there are any pet friendly motels ... and have nowhere to stay. There are a lot of websites online that have resources to help you find pet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 07:18:24
Employment Agencies Domestic Helper Hong Kong: Get a Job Abroad
by Alice Sy Anyone who is searching for stable employment overseas needs to find the most dependable employment agencies ... to find valuable help from recruitment agencies. You will be able to find employment agencies ... can find good employers. With the purpose of finding employment agencies, domestic helper Hong Kong [more...]
Date: 2008-12-25 21:57:28
Hong Kong Domestic Helpers - Enjoying The Convenience at Home
by Alice Sy A lot of people these days realize the benefits of hiring Hong Kong domestic helpers ... for you. Others ways by which you can find a domestic helper are through the notices being posted ... her identity. Conducting an interview is necessary so you can find out for yourself if the domestic helper [more...]
Date: 2008-12-20 11:08:50
Avoiding Termination of Domestic Helper in Japan
by Alice Sy Domestic helpers in Asia are many. This is because the cost of the services of domestic helpers in Asian countries is relatively cheap ... information . Some online sites can even do the screening process for you, and guide you to find exactly [more...]
Date: 2009-01-05 12:37:49
Catalyst Forty-Four
As always, thank you to all of our visitors and all the encouraging comments you left for us. For those of you who did, thank you for playing along with us. Ok! Here’s catalyst number forty-four: What’s something about the way you live your life that doesn’t align with who you are (or wish you were)? [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 17:03:14
