"You can also visit the Reston Zoo if you want more exotic animals than just the standard farm ones, but the zoo costs money so I don't really take my kids. They have approved food that your kids can feed to the goats and sheep, but it is also…"
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Ruthie replied to Meghan Schindler Christian's discussion Spring Fun for Children - Your Thoughts! in the group NoVA Kids
Meghan Schindler Christian replied to Meghan Schindler Christian's discussion Spring Fun for Children - Your Thoughts! in the group NoVA Kids"Ruthie,
Wow - that is right up our alley! We have enjoyed visiting the Heritage Farm Museum, and it sounds like Frying Pan Park would be another area highlight. My boys are in a wagonride phase now, and they get such a kick out of farm animals. We…"
Ruthie replied to Meghan Schindler Christian's discussion Spring Fun for Children - Your Thoughts! in the group NoVA Kids"I love taking my kids to Frying Pan Park in Herndon, VA. They have farm animals of all kinds that the kids can touch and see up close. In spring there are often a lot of baby animals to see, too. The farm is free to visit. There is a wagon ride…"
Amy Barraj left a comment for Meghan Schindler Christian"I thoroughly enjoyed meeting you as well, Meghan! Women like you are exactly why we do these events.........while it's fun to read the magazine and the website, it's so much more personal when we meet in person! We hope to see you at the…"
Meghan Schindler Christian added a discussion to the group NoVA Kids
Spring Fun for Children - Your Thoughts!
Hi All,This spring has been my first real spring in a number of years, having recently moved to the area from gorgeous but “seasonless” Florida. I have fully enjoyed taking my two boys wherever we can appreciate all that this beautiful season has to offer.The recent Spring Farm Tour led us to Chicama Run, a darling family-run farm in Purcellville. We could not have had a better experience there. My little boys adored running around with the chickens and feeding them out of their hands, plus we…See More
Meghan Schindler Christian left a comment for Amy Barraj"Hi Amy,
It was great meeting you at the recent MNO (despite that I just read you are a Red Sox fan....Go Tribe!) What a super group of women, and a nice turnout as well. I hope to see you at the next one!
Take care,
Meghan"
Meghan Schindler Christian left a comment for Jennifer Allen"Hi Jennifer - The MNO was great, and I enjoyed talking to you! What fun to get together with such a great group. Not only did I love my candle sample, but my 3-year-old loved it as well - he carried it around the whole evening and I found it in his…"
Meghan Schindler Christian is attending Beth Marshall's event
Tommy's Run for a Reason at Algonkian Regional Park
May 30, 2009 from 9am to 2pm
We are hosting Tommy's Run for a Reason in memory of our son Tommy who passed away suddenly last May at the age of 2 years, 4 months. The event is being held on May 30th at Algonkian park in Sterling, VA. The whole family will enjoy a 5K Run or 2K Family Fitness Walk, fun kids' activities, raffle, a silent auction, music and a catered lunch.Tommy was a healthy, happy, thriving 2-year-old toddler who passed away unexpectedly in May 2008. To this day, we have not been given a medical reason for…See More
"Hi Meghan -
Hope you had a great time at the I Am Modern Moms night out! How did you love your candle sample? Let me know! I always love to get feedback from those who receive them!
JEN ALLEN
www.wix-n-stix.com"
Meghan Schindler Christian joined Nancy Reynolds's group
Madison Handbags
Design Your Own Handbag - a new trend in home parties that has just made it's way to the Washington, DC area!* Home Parties* Office Parties* Fundraisers* Fairs / Festivals* Bridal Parties* "Build-a-Bag" Birthday Parties. . .and More!See More
Meghan Schindler Christian joined Sara Matzek's group
Baby Bloom Photography
Baby Bloom Photography specializes in lifestyle portraiture of babies and children. With a modern, simple, and natural style and signature hand edited images in vibrant color and vivid Black and White.
Meghan Schindler Christian joined Jasmin Moser's group
Working Moms
A group where professional women can get away from their everyday busy work, and home life for a few hours to socialize and connect.See More
Meghan Schindler Christian joined modern mom's group
Fit Moms
Support group for all moms trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy body and energy level. Follow Hulya and Tracey in their adventures finding perfect balance between mind, body and soul. Ok, who are we trying to kid, we want a nice bum.
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Hello Fellow Modern Moms!
I am a very blessed woman with two darling little boys and a very supportive husband and family. I love hearing from other moms that they feel just as fortunate as I do – it is pleasing to me that other women are so content with their lives.
In my pre-mom days, I was an auditor. Auditing was great – the type I did was more like consulting, not so much number crunching – and I worked with amazing people. I was fortunate enough to work all over the country as well as in Europe and Asia.
Upon finding out I was pregnant with my first baby, however, I quickly realized that I wanted something different careerwise. That type of work just did not lend itself to a telecommuting option, and I was very intent on being at home with my little guy. I realized early on that I was at a crossroads in my career plans.
I had some time to think about my future career as I worked toward my Masters after Son #1 was born and until Son #2 turned 10 months old. When I was not busy taking care of my boys or studying, I was contracting out editing services. I had no idea at the time that this work would lead to an amazing opportunity a year later.
Once I earned my degree, I began strongly focusing on finding a career that met my goals of staying at home and working from home. One of my editing clients reached out to me about a new publishing division he was starting - and offered me the position as Managing Editor. The best part was that I could work from home, and I could make my own hours. I was – and am – ecstatic!
I truly feel that I have the best of both worlds – I can work from home and play at home. I held out for a long time for that perfect career that met my personal and professional goals, and it paid off.
I encourage other moms who have seemingly lofty goals like I did to not give up! They might need to be creative in meeting their goals, but that is what being a modern mom is about.
I am excited to be a member of I Am Modern, and eager to get to know other modern moms!
Take care,
Meghan Schindler Christian
I am a very blessed woman with two darling little boys and a very supportive husband and family. I love hearing from other moms that they feel just as fortunate as I do – it is pleasing to me that other women are so content with their lives.
In my pre-mom days, I was an auditor. Auditing was great – the type I did was more like consulting, not so much number crunching – and I worked with amazing people. I was fortunate enough to work all over the country as well as in Europe and Asia.
Upon finding out I was pregnant with my first baby, however, I quickly realized that I wanted something different careerwise. That type of work just did not lend itself to a telecommuting option, and I was very intent on being at home with my little guy. I realized early on that I was at a crossroads in my career plans.
I had some time to think about my future career as I worked toward my Masters after Son #1 was born and until Son #2 turned 10 months old. When I was not busy taking care of my boys or studying, I was contracting out editing services. I had no idea at the time that this work would lead to an amazing opportunity a year later.
Once I earned my degree, I began strongly focusing on finding a career that met my goals of staying at home and working from home. One of my editing clients reached out to me about a new publishing division he was starting - and offered me the position as Managing Editor. The best part was that I could work from home, and I could make my own hours. I was – and am – ecstatic!
I truly feel that I have the best of both worlds – I can work from home and play at home. I held out for a long time for that perfect career that met my personal and professional goals, and it paid off.
I encourage other moms who have seemingly lofty goals like I did to not give up! They might need to be creative in meeting their goals, but that is what being a modern mom is about.
I am excited to be a member of I Am Modern, and eager to get to know other modern moms!
Take care,
Meghan Schindler Christian
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 9:18am on May 26, 2009, Amy Barraj said…
- I thoroughly enjoyed meeting you as well, Meghan! Women like you are exactly why we do these events.........while it's fun to read the magazine and the website, it's so much more personal when we meet in person! We hope to see you at the next event. Stay tuned for details of time and place!
-Amy
- At 8:39pm on May 19, 2009,
Jennifer Allen said…
- Hi Meghan -
Hope you had a great time at the I Am Modern Moms night out! How did you love your candle sample? Let me know! I always love to get feedback from those who receive them!
JEN ALLEN
www.wix-n-stix.com
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