Mom Spreads Sweet Optimism

Delicious Chocolate Roses are Available for Valentine's Day at Simply Gourmet Fundraising

Caren Dawkins countless hours working with parent and teachers organizations has long helped sweeten the lives of families in her community. She made attending PTA meetings a priority. As a concerned mother who raised a special needs child, she knows all too well about the need to have financially viable children’s organizations.

Now she makes it her business to help parent and educational organizations get a sweeter taste of success. The optimistic Dawkins is taking the leap of faith into online business with a tastefully developed fundraising website entitled www.SimplyGourmetFundraising.com.

The obvious recurring theme in Caren's life is patience and optimism. When she was encouraged to place her son, a child with special needs, in an institution instead of nurturing him with her love, she chooses to do the latter and has no regrets.

There is no mistaking that Caren Dawkins' optimistic approach to life is inspirational. "I thank God, that I was young and had the energy to be a positive, motivating force in my son's life."

Dawkins is referring to the challenges she faced raising her son who was born with Down's syndrome. Working nights gave her the opportunity to be with her son during the day, taking him to various therapeutic programs and actively participating in school organizations like the PTA.

It was her involvement with the PTA which allowed Dawkins to see the profit potential in providing fundraising products to schools, sports teams and other organizations. Ms. Dawkins offers high quality gourmet treats as fundraisers for childrens and educational organizations.

She also features sugar free delights and delicious products for important holidays like Valentine's Day, Easter, Chanukah, and Christmas. Take advantage of her tasty selections and treat someone special in your life at: Simply Gourmet Fundraising Products

Finally Comprehensive Help for Children with ADHD in New York

Do you have a hard time getting your child to focus and accomplish tasks? Do they seem to be hyperactive? Your child may suffer from a condition known as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).

I am not an expert on this but can refer you to the site of one of the leading coaches and parent trainers on ADHD Ms. Elaine Lerner. Ms. Lerner's site www.ADHDparentTrainer.com gives the following characteristics that describe symtoms of ADHD:

• Impulse Control or Inhibition
• Difficulty Sustaining Attention
• Excessive Activity
• Difficulty Following Rules and Instructions
• Excessive Variability in their Responses to Situations

This is a condition more pronounced in boys but girls also are challenged by it. It is a condition that can hold your child back in school.

Some children with other challenges such as autism can also exhibit ADHD type traits. It is estimated that ADHD affects 8 to 10% of people in the US (over 20 million people).

People who have children with special needs and in special education have a wide range of problems when dealing with issues like ADHD, ADD, or Autism. Not only in how to manage the behavior but profound family and even legal issues as well.

Getting the right help, support, and expertise when treating ADHD or similar traits in children is not easy. But now for parents in New York state there is comprehensive help.

You may be a parent of a child and notices similar types of traits or characteristics in your child. Insights from Elaine's work and over 20 year experience with ADHD have been invaluable in helping me manage and better understand my daughter's ADHD type behavior (she is catergorized as being on the autism spectrum).

What is even more noteworthy is that Elaine's ADHD Parent Training is the most comprehensive I have ever seen in terms of covering a wide range of issues related to families with special needs children. She not only covers child management issues but also things like inter-family relations and even education and legal issues.

Parents in New York state can now sign up for Parent Training to manage ADHD at...
ADHD Parent Trainer

New Year...Be Happy!!

That's right... be happy! No matter how its been this past year, NOT being happy with what 'good things' that occurred or good things you do have, or good period would be a mistake. Why? Because "it can ALWAYS be worse."

Think about it, if you were to focus in on those things that did not go as you would have liked, as with anybody, you would be miserable. However, focus in on those things you DO have, those folks that DO care about you and events that DID go your way, indeed you can feel good. For if you were to remove THOSE good things from the equation, it could be bad.

So...yeah, be happy and, have a Happy New Year!!

October 4th Financial Planning Seminar

The Financial Planning Association of New York, Kiplinger's Personal finance magazine and New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies hold financial fitness workshop. 8 AM to 5 PM., Vanderbilt Hall, 40 Washington Square South. Fee: $30. Preregistration required. Call 877-773-7269.

Its Time to Get Some Events in

Thursday, September 18, 2008
Restaurant Management Boot Camp 2.0Sponsor
Lower Manhattan Business Solution Center
Time
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
The 1209 Yacht AffairSponsor
1209 Enterprise, Women Chamber of Commerce, Minority Business Entrepreneur Magazine
Time
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Successful Websites for Small BusinessSponsor
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10:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Inside Secrets of Top Brokers: Major Brokers on the Cutting EdgeSponsor
Real Estate Board of New York
Time
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Type of event
Program
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
VIP Social and Business Card ExchangeSponsor
Power Networking Business Series
Time
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Type of event
Meeting
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Investing in Stocks: The Basics Sponsor
New York Public Library Science Industry and Business Library
Time
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Type of event
Information Session
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Finding Deal in the Current EconomySponsor
International Council of Shopping Centers
Time
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Brand PositioningSponsor
Lower Manhattan Business Solution Center
Time
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Your Legal Rights as a Tenant or LandlordSponsor
Science, Industry, and Business Library
Time
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Type of event
Course
Description
Whether you rent an apartment, own or manage a building, you need to know your legal rights. Items to be addressed will include: Illegal lock-outs and evictions; Major capital improvements and rent increases; Rent overcharges; and Difficult tenants/landlords. »More Info

Thursday, September 18, 2008
Institute for Senior Action (IFSA)Sponsor
Joint Public Affairs Committee for Older Adults (JPAC) and Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA)
Time
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Economic Outlook For New York CitySponsor
Women's City Club of New York
Time
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Type of event
Program
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Long Island Shakers and StirrersSponsor
Networking For Professionals
Time
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Featured Event
Thursday, September 18, 2008
What's Your Axiom?Sponsor
Axiom
Time
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Type of event
Information Session
Description
This event will celebrate Axiom's unique approach to the profession and how that approach enables Axiom attorneys to define and pursue their axioms in law and beyond. »More Info

Friday, September 19, 2008 - September 19, 2008
2008 New York Trainer and Speaker ShowcaseSponsor
Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center Training Companies
Time
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Friday, September 19, 2008
Patents Search BasicsSponsor
New York Public Library Science Industry and Business Library
Time
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Type of event
Information Session
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Friday, September 19, 2008
Launch PartySponsor
Caribbean Business Network
Time
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Friday, September 19, 2008
The Power of Project ManagementSponsor
The New York City Chapter of PMI
Time
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Type of event
Conference
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Friday, September 19, 2008
10 Steps to Zoom to Business SuccessSponsor
EntrepreneurTraining.com
Time
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Saturday, September 20, 2008
Online MBA Admissions & GMAT Workshop with Manhattan ReviewSponsor
Manhattan Review
Time
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Type of event
Information Session
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Attracting Today’s PhilanthropistsSponsor
Baruch College, School of Public Affairs, Center for Nonprofit Strategy and Managememt
Time
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Monday, September 22, 2008
LGBT Welcome Back Event!Sponsor
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Time
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Manhattan Review TOEFL Tutoring And CoursesSponsor
Manhattan Review
Time
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Type of event
Lecture
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Finance & Business Accounting BasicsSponsor
Score NYC
Time
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Type of event
Seminar
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Net Lease Summit 2008Sponsor
Commercial Property News
Time
7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Type of event
Conference
Description
Join CPN at its annual Net Lease Summit, where leading net lease players will discuss, debate and offer predictions on whether the accumulating head of steam will soon burst, allowing net lease transaction volume to resume a steadier pace. Network with the best! »More Info

Monday, September 22, 2008
Emerging Trends & Best Practices in Compensation & Benefits Strategies for Your 2009 Budget PlanningSponsor
Human Resources Association of New York
Time
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Type of event
Lecture
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Historic Preservation, Sustainability + LEED - A discussionSponsor
U.S. General Services Administration; U.S. Green Building Council, NY Chapter
Time
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Type of event
Lecture
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Biba4Network Mixer - Autumn Networking PartySponsor
Biba4Network
Time
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Emerging Trends & Best Practices in Compensation & Benefits Strategies for 2009 Budget Planning Sponsor
Human Resources Association of New York
Time
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Type of event
Meeting
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Gather & ShareSponsor
LG Electronics for American Society of Training & Development, Northern New Jersey and New York Metro Chapters
Time
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Type of event
Networking Reception

Lets Handle Our Business

Unless you were born yesterday, you know times are NOT like they used to be in the 'good ole USA.' Lets buckle down and handle our personal business.

As the future seems uncertain, with gas prices rising, home values droping and many strapped for capital, it is important to become 'very' proactive with regard to our personal finances. Don't put yourself in a place where your unprepared for any more surprises.

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