tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21395938644273327542024-03-16T18:51:05.250+00:00The Cuddle Blog Stay-at-home mum life style blog. Sharing my journey as a stay-at-home mum in Lagos and Homeschooling parent in Nigeria. Creating content that will help you thrive as a stay at home mum and homeschool your kids effectively. Read posts below.Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.comBlogger196125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-80642881657239622592024-02-10T20:24:00.004+00:002024-02-10T20:24:00.136+00:00Tips For Finding Remote Job Opportunities As A SAHM<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluTFQH9WamnyL-UPP8OquR-ke_BFsVvtC6fct2NbVr0ottSlafzxHe3Kf32UClq35wFH_Vyjfv6iABHi40jyXetlcmTietlyy5nOHSqSpJgsdIHxxuvRZqtSwv3VttE6QGEeEt3x8LN347YFULmutuGomQjPyYfe5KAvtbX9v1sE9R02bZIkPXWUN_pfb/s1080/4.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluTFQH9WamnyL-UPP8OquR-ke_BFsVvtC6fct2NbVr0ottSlafzxHe3Kf32UClq35wFH_Vyjfv6iABHi40jyXetlcmTietlyy5nOHSqSpJgsdIHxxuvRZqtSwv3VttE6QGEeEt3x8LN347YFULmutuGomQjPyYfe5KAvtbX9v1sE9R02bZIkPXWUN_pfb/s320/4.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-456ece28-7fff-d029-0cce-c51885fad048"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The modern world has continued to unravel a series of evolutions in different spheres of life. So many industries have undergone a massive overhaul regarding how things are done. Several things have been discontinued, while others have been refurbished. One such industry is the labour industry. The industry has gotten a facelift that has improved the relationship between employers and employees of labour. Employers can now procure services of labour, regardless of thousands of miles separating the parties. This is known as remote work. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">This has brought ease to the industry, as this has helped cut costs for employers and offer comfort and relaxation to employees while working. This arrangement works in the favour of a lot of people, as it is becoming rapidly saturated. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Remote work is particularly advantageous for stay-at-home moms because they can earn a decent living from the comfort of their houses while managing the home. However, the competition in the remote sector is stiff, because a lot of people are angling for jobs. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Therefore, it is pertinent to stand out of the crowd to guarantee a (remote) job. This article will arm you with the information that will make you find your next remote job quicker than you expected.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Table of Contents</span></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Preparing to find a remote job</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Common mistakes while Job-hunting</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">How to boost your chances of landing a remote job</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Top 12 sites to find a remote job</span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Preparing to find a Remote Job</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Learn</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> a skill and upskill:</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> The basis of the labour market is the</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> fact that something is being offered either services or goods. Having a skill is one step to employability. To begin the journey of finding a remote job, a skill must be learned. The labour industry is a broad one, and this offers a lot of liberty to job seekers. There are a plethora of fields to choose from and thousands of services to offer. However, some fields are more saturated than others. As a SAHM, you can learn and attain mastery of a lot of skills like virtual assistance, web development, content writing, Copywriting, Content marketing, Digital marketing, Tech Sales, Project management, Product management and a lot more.</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">It is not enough to just learn these skills. To remain relevant and more employable, you have to keep your foot in the door. You might have been out of the career scene for a while but you still need to know what is happening, take courses in your free time. It’s a lot of work but it’s not impossible work.</span></p><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Revamp your resumé:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> A resumé serves the same purpose as a product label. We have at one point or the other purchased an item because the packing was shiny and colourful, therefore irresistible. Your resumé should possess this same quality—the ability to captivate at first glance. The crux of the matter isn't to colour your resumé but to meticulously craft one that stands you out of the competition. </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Certain industries require several keywords in applications. If your resumé does not possess this, you have invariably lost the opportunity. A good way to prevent this pitfall is to thoroughly research your industry and identify best practices during applications. Use strong descriptive adjectives that put you in a good light and remember your skill raising your children, running your home are also transferable into the working environment. </span></p><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Develop your online presence:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Social Media is currently the rage of the moment. The advent of social media has made information transmissible in a matter of nanoseconds while reducing the distance between the next person to a mere click and prompt. A lot of people have learnt to use this to their advantage, to promote their businesses or services they offer. As a remote job seeker, an online presence would be instrumental in landing your first or next job. </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Learn to put yourself out there. Create content around the things you do. You never can tell, your employer might be on your radar. There are a lot of social media platforms to choose from. It can be TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X, Pinterest etc. There's also professional media like LinkedIn that consists of professionals from all over the world. To be successful on each platform, you have to learn how it works: algorithms, metrics and the like.</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Send cold emails:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> A cold email is an email sent to a receiver without prior contact, used to make enquiries, solicit for a job etc. It is one of the items of email marketing. Cold mailing requires several skills. The email had to get to the right person to get considered. You have to contact the hiring manager or the person directly in charge of the team you are looking to join. You can find the emails of some of the company staff on LinkedIn or their website. </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">When sending a cold email, you have to be concise and straight to the point. Use an email Subject that explicitly describes what you want. After you've sent the cold email without a reply, send a follow-up email reinforcing your interest.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Sample of a Cold Email</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Email Subject: Experienced [job title] seeking opportunities at [company name]</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Dear [hiring Manager's name],</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">I hope you are doing well.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">My name is[mention your name]. I am reaching out to you to express my passion for joining your company as a[Job Title].</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">My [X] years of experience in [your industry] has enriched me with a broad understanding of [specific skills and expertise] to perform excellently. I have the conviction that my skills and experience in[mention specific skills, qualifications, achievements] make me the best fit for [company name].</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">I would appreciate the opportunity to contribute to [company name]'s success and equally collaborate with other talented members of the team. I have attached my resume and a link to my portfolio [link to your portfolio] for your review. It highlights all my achievements.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">I would be thrilled to be given a chance to discuss potential opportunities further and learn more about [company name]'s goals and visions.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Please let me know if there is a convenient time for a call or if you prefer to arrange an in-person meeting.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Thank you for considering my application.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">I look forward to the possibility of working together and contributing to [company name]'s continued success.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Sincerely,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">[Your name],</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">[Contact information]</span></p><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Volunteer/Intern: </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">It is not enough to acquire knowledge of skills to get employed. A practical application of what has been learnt is what makes the difference. No one would employ you if you've only finished learning a skill without experience. To gain this experience, a volunteer work or internship would suffice. Reach out to companies in your field and offer your services for free. If you get lucky, you will be paid stipends from time to time. Use this opportunity to learn the ropes of the profession. You can look for internship/volunteer opportunities on LinkedIn. Connect with the people in your industry and pitch your services to them.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Create a portfolio:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> For you to get hired, the employer(s) have to see your skills in action. You can only convince people to employ you with what you've done. If you are a newbie, you have to spontaneously create works about your industry. When you have done this, cull them together. A collection of previous works is what is known as a portfolio. Some platforms are dedicated to creating portfolios eg: WordPress, Canva, Journo Portfolio, and Clippings.me, Adobe portfolio, Muck Rack etc.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Sign up on Freelance platforms:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> A freelancer is a person who works independently and on a short-term basis for employers. Most freelancers work remotely. There are so many platforms dedicated to freelancers that connect the freelancer and employer. To get started, you have to sign up on these freelance platforms. Some freelance platforms include Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, Toogit, Toogle etc.</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Common mistakes while Job-hunting</span></p><br /><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Untailored resumés/cover letters:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Working in a particular industry comes with similar demands from most employers. However, job descriptions often have one or more things that differentiate them. For example, a person can be seeking to employ a writer in a specific niche with unique qualities. In this case, the Writer has to tailor their resumé to that niche in demand. Most job seekers often make the mistake of using their template resumés/cover letters to apply for jobs with specific demands, without tweaking them to fit that standard. Of course, your application would be rejected. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Applying for the wrong jobs with the right skills: </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">You are probably unemployed because you've been applying for the wrong jobs with the right skills. This often happens when you gloss over job requirements hurriedly and turn in your application without a second thought. A job can have two different roles embedded in it. You can properly do one but not the other. In this case, do not bother applying, if you do not possess at least eighty per cent of the job requirements. Your ability to do a smaller part of the job is not enough to get you employed. To avoid this, thoroughly read job descriptions and requirements.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Failure to adhere to instructions:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Some job advertisements come with specific instructions for application. It could be a particular format of submission, prompts to follow, or tasks to do. A good number of applicants often flout these instructions. This automatically earns you a rejection spot. To prevent this, go over the job ad at least twice. When you are about to submit your application, go over it once more and confirm that it tallies everything the requirements listed.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Dishonesty:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> It is difficult to not get desperate while seeking for job. Desperation can make you take the wrong approach. For instance, you've found your dream job, but you have insufficient years of experience required. You want to get this job and you end up falsifying your claims on your resumé. You will most likely get caught with a reference check. Be honest in your job applications. If your experience is insufficient, highlight your abilities in a captivating manner, in your resumé</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Unpreparedness for interviews:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Interviews are a crucial part of recruitment. At the interview stage, you will get to meet the hiring team or team lead of the department you're looking to join. Getting to the interview stage does not guarantee getting the job. Unpreparedness for the interview can prevent you from landing the job. Therefore, do not leave anything to chance. Prepare like you would for an examination, for interviews. Research the company and reach out to employees of the company. Most companies usually have standard interview tests peculiar to them. If possible, strive to get a hold of previous interview questions. Once you ace the interview stage, there's a ninety per cent chance you'll be hired.</span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">How to Boost your chances of landing a remote job</span></p><br /><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Have the right skills:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Every job requires certain skills. You'll land a job quicker than you can imagine when you have all it takes to do the job. Research the field you want to work in and all the skills required for it and constantly develop yourself.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Tailoring your resume:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> It is important to tailor your resumé to match the job requirements. Do not just apply for jobs blindly. Read the requirements thoroughly, then tweak your application to match the job description.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Strategic cold mailing:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Cold emails sent randomly won't produce any results. Rather, research the company and reach out to people in specific departments that you're looking to work in. Use strong, descriptive language to highlight your skills and exude confidence. If you don't get a reply after one week, send a follow-up email.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Relevant work experience:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> The years of experience of a job seeker serve as proof of expertise. Having relevant work experience increases your chances of landing a job. You can gain experience through volunteering or internship.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Social Media Visibility:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> Social Media visibility can be instrumental to landing your dream job. Employers are on the constant lookout for talent on social media. If you are on social media and you create content around the things you do or your expertise, you will land a job in no time.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">Networking:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"> The importance of networking cannot be overemphasized while Job-hunting. Endeavour to join the community of professionals in your field. This way, you will build meaningful relationships and possibly get recommendations to your future employer. Do not be dormant in such associations. Take active steps to form relationships and exchange ideas. Through this, you'd boost your chances of getting a job.</span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Top 12 Sites To Find a Remote Job</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://Indeed.com">Indeed.com</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://Upwork.com">Upwork.com</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://Fiverr.com">Fiverr.com</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://dynamitejobs.com/" target="_blank">Dynamite Jobs</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://Himalayas.app">Himalayas.app</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://weworkremotely.com/" target="_blank">We work remotely</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://linkedin.com/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://www.flexjobs.com" target="_blank">Flex jobs</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.freelancer.in/jobs" target="_blank">Freelancer. in</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; text-wrap: wrap;"><a href="https://www.simplyhired.com/" target="_blank">Simply hired</a></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Lexend, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://www.glassdoor.com" target="_blank">Glassdoor</a></span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Lexend, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">There is an ever-increasing pool of job seekers. This further toughens the competition. It is not out of place to encounter multiple rejections. When this happens, do not give up. Make sure you have adequate skills and keep applying. Sooner or later, you will land that dream job of yours.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Get a FREE chapter of my book <a href="https://freetofly.mystrikingly.com/?ref=dishapages" target="_blank">Free to fly: How to thrive as a stay-at-home mum here</a>. You can also place your order<a href="https://linktr.ee/freetoflybook" target="_blank"> Here </a></p></span>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-70328346734616877522024-01-15T09:00:00.001+00:002024-01-15T09:00:00.154+00:002023 Blog Report & Income report || Nigerian Mum Blog<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWDPJ7mKYHkfkhIpgu9HCoO88DAPuv8VUVAbXF-nLvUZXFvRqEj9FSvlPaE93KPSe5pmcgW4aGCnrQ_eE02H0ZBdaiNhnFaGczX99B6hsrjCaZv8Dyr7aP8NaNXYN1wv091a1ps8H_fKiVkrPHxzg6bCBDzYdJqdWD5zW_lVmHxzH6uzXPJp4g82H_r9zp/s1080/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(3).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWDPJ7mKYHkfkhIpgu9HCoO88DAPuv8VUVAbXF-nLvUZXFvRqEj9FSvlPaE93KPSe5pmcgW4aGCnrQ_eE02H0ZBdaiNhnFaGczX99B6hsrjCaZv8Dyr7aP8NaNXYN1wv091a1ps8H_fKiVkrPHxzg6bCBDzYdJqdWD5zW_lVmHxzH6uzXPJp4g82H_r9zp/s320/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;">Every year I have looked back at my blogging year to take stock of what I have done in terms of goals and one of the aims of documenting my journey is to show stay-at-home mums that it is possible to grow steadily on this platform. </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;">I really hope that my journey inspires some people. I started this blog in 2017 (and you can go through my previous blog reports) I started earning money from it in 2020 </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2020/12/2020-blog-review-income-report.html" target="_blank"><br /></a></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2020/12/2020-blog-review-income-report.html" target="_blank">In 2020 I made </a>119,991 </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/01/2021-blog-report-income-report-2022.html" target="_blank">In 2021 I made</a> 116,000</div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2023/01/2021-blog-report-income-report-nigerian.html" target="_blank">In 2022 I made</a> 414,000 </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;">The biggest game changer has been creating products both physical & digital. I know it is possible to make money doing adverts for brands but if you don't have a large following and you've not structured yourself to be a content creator, they are always far and in-between. Personally, I also don't like how brands treat creators and don't give them creative power. This has been my major challenge with doing brand deals. If I do get the ones that resonate I am always open to working with them but I wanted to build my business independent of money that comes from that source and that's part of what I did in 2023. </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;">The major thing we were able to achieve on this blog was basically<b> impact</b> and for this I'm grateful. Here are some of the highlights of the year;</div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Our Instagram grew to 16,000+ followers.</li><li>I was featured on the cover of <a href="ps://blog.pricepally.com/3d-flip-book/november-2023-kitchen-by-pricepally-magazine/" target="_blank">Price Pally magazine</a>. Coverrrrrr!! My first magazine feature. </li><li>We organized another edition of Homeschooling Conversations. </li><li>I traveled to Makurdi to do an offline workshop on Home education. </li><li>We started averaging over 10k+/Month in blog views and grew to over 400k all-time views.</li><li>Started Free homeschooling consultations and helped over 50 parents gain clarity on their homeschooling journey. </li></ul><div><br /></div><div>It was great to experience all of it not without its fair share of gbas gbos but we give God all the glory. </div></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><h3 style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px; text-align: left;"><i>Review of my 2023 goals: Here's what I did with my goals for 2023</i></h3><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">1. Write 40 relevant and SEO-friendly articles in my niche (Being a stay-at-home mum and Homeschooling) - </span><span style="color: red;"><b>18 articles published but I recently got a writer to create those articles.</b></span><span style="color: #222222;"> </span></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">2. Visit 50 Places with my kids ( 4 states, 1 Country, and revisit our favorite places in Lagos) - </span><span style="color: red;"><b>We visited 6 states - Jos, Bauchi, Benue, Abuja, Oyo, Ogun, and our favorite places in Lagos.</b></span></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">3. Grow my Instagram to 30k Followers by creating relevant content. -</span><span style="color: red;"><b> Ki ki ki Well I gained 3k followers last year.</b></span></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">4. Increase my blog stream of income by 3 - create relevant courses for my audience, get relevant ads for my blog, and Affiliate. - </span><span style="color: red;"><b>I did create products and webinars</b></span><span style="color: #222222;">.</span></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">5. Start my YouTube channel and grow to 1k Subscribers. - Again </span><b><span style="color: red;">Ki ki ki. but I did publish some videos last year and I am creating more this year, so please subscribe to my channel. I have 700 more to reach 1k</span></b></div><div style="font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><span style="color: #222222;">6. Work with at least 5 major brands on campaigns that will mean a lot to me and my audience. </span><span style="color: red;"><b>My hopes were really up ooo but I don't even think I worked with any brand last year. </b></span></div><p>I am grateful for the goals unmet and the ones met. The reason they were unmet was I am still but one person and running a business, homeschooling, and trying to be a decent human is not for the faint of hearts. </p><p>This brings me to what my goal for 2024 will be <b>REST</b>! Like I am not setting any goals for 2024 honestly. I will rest from all my toiling, anxiety about making more money, trying to grow this business, and having an ambition. 2023 was really rough in that regard, emotionally and running to the next thing or trying to work on making the business work and then juggling that with Homeschooling phew, it was a lot. </p><p>How am I choosing to rest this year;</p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>I am not traveling with the kids this year (except I get a sponsorship) </li><li>I am not paying for any course or product to help me "grow" and definitely no more ads class.</li><li>I am not pursuing any ambition for this business. </li><li>I will do whatever I want to do at my pace in terms of products and webinars that I really want to create. </li><li>Above all trusting God with everything.</li></ol><h3 style="text-align: left;"><i>2023 Income report </i></h3><p></p><p>Selar (Digital Products): N1.2Million</p><p>Ads: 30,000 I didn't actually keep track of what I made with ads but it wasn't alot. </p><p><br /></p><p>2 things I did differently this year were run Facebook ads, the second thing I did was take a loan so I could use it as capital for my business. I didn't spend it all though, it wasn't a lot that I couldn't pay back so it was a good investment even if what I wanted to use it for didn't pan out like I wanted. </p><p>I would most likely make less money this 2024 because I don't want to grind but don't let me underestimate God. Lol. Anyhoos that's it, </p><p><br /></p><p>I really do hope that my journey inspires someone out there. </p><p><br /></p><p><b><i>P.S:</i></b></p><p><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><b><i>If you would like to work with me this year, either to review your product, advertise your product to my audience, review your kid's play place or your family-friendly country, etc. please send an email to thecuddleblog@gmail.com with the subject "Request for Media Kit"</i></b></span></p><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;">Follow me on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecuddleblog/" target="_blank">@thecuddleblog</a> and subscribe to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheCuddleBlog" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a> more content will be coming your way this year! </div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px;"><br /></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-12759353226008814962023-11-15T09:03:00.002+00:002024-02-08T20:58:41.941+00:00Remote Job Opportunities For Stay-At-Home Mums<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: inherit; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3kuKwKbAc2VyguMm9FO7cTAVO1ib2jSrTpNu8-WG73-9DehmDrg__v1GWDgpoO7VGwPJBNsJzc0PgBD8otw40obXlfQYO4D5kcNbFRtJ9hTYS8GQdPcuncFjzpW0R9Qma6ZO5Gnd7-olbmI34PiTI5y554TmGq65zbcMF7L9zOJ-uFPN6LLF86_NSs6fw/s1080/Cuddle%20blog%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3kuKwKbAc2VyguMm9FO7cTAVO1ib2jSrTpNu8-WG73-9DehmDrg__v1GWDgpoO7VGwPJBNsJzc0PgBD8otw40obXlfQYO4D5kcNbFRtJ9hTYS8GQdPcuncFjzpW0R9Qma6ZO5Gnd7-olbmI34PiTI5y554TmGq65zbcMF7L9zOJ-uFPN6LLF86_NSs6fw/s320/Cuddle%20blog%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Remote Job Opportunities For Stay-At-Home Mums</h3><p></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Mothers who quit their jobs or businesses to care for their children full time, often wonder how best to keep themselves busy and distracted beyond chores and motherhood and equally have some financial safety net. The good news is, the 21st century has come with continuously evolving modernity and many perks that make life easier. Remote jobs are one of such perks. So many organizations are incorporating remote work options into their structure. Working remote jobs can be a huge breath of fresh air for SAHMs. It can add a little zag to their linear way of life and financial security.</span></span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-767a956a-7fff-0fe7-dbb9-9bccc817746b"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Stay-at-home mums who want to develop a financial safety net can consider any of these <b>10 remote job opportunities that offer decent to high pay:</b></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Transcription:</b> This involves transforming audio or voice information to written format. This can be audio recordings, or podcasts You can start working with your phone if you don't have a laptop yet. A good listening skill is a huge requirement to be successful in transcription, as verbatim writing is mostly the goal here. Some skills needed for transcription are speed typing, accuracy, good spelling, grammar and punctuation, computer proficiency, strong concentration, and time management skills. Some companies that hire transcriptionists include: </span><a href="https://gotranscript.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Go transcript</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://transcriptionforeveryone.com/work-opportunities" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Transcription for Everyone</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.3playmedia.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">3Play Media</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><a href="https://www.voxtab.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">VoxTab</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://scribie.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Scribie</span></a></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> The pay is average and you can earn as high as $20 per hour.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Data entry:</b> Data entry is the process of automating data by inputting them into the computer. This could be financial reports or research data. Data entry is one of the most high in-demand remote skills. You would need to have some skills like meticulousness, research and data collection, time management etc. Understanding softwares like Excel, Google Sheets or LibreOffice Calc is equally important. You can find data entry jobs on </span><a href="https://www.freelancer.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwkY2qBhBDEiwAoQXK5YlxSpW3MtDTlZTDLLoO6-Vu0-Lu2gEJHVXU-Ue5_5rCUEXXdqlZ0xoCU8YQAvD_BwE&ft_prog=ABL&ft_prog_id=617725303593" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Freelancer</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><a href="https://ng.jooble.org" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Jooble</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><a href="https://www.upwork.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Upwork</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Virtual assistance:</b> A virtual assistant does the same job as an administrative assistant but through virtual media. Tons of people seek out virtual assistants every day to help them with mundane and even complex tasks. This could be replying emails, schedule management, file organization etc. Skills required are organization, time management, communication, critical thinking, writing, technical skills etc. Virtual assistant jobs can be found on Fiverr, Freelancer, Jooble, </span><a href="https://www.flexjobs.com/lp/remote-jobs1?irclickid=R%3Ax1TP1iHxyPTmd0aXWNo1FVUkFQvUy%3AV00Q1Q0&sharedid=&irpid=3921481&irgwc=1&utm_source=impact-radius&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=impact-radius-remote-jobs-subs" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Flex jobs</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Upwork</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Online Teacher/Tutor:</b> Online tutoring is another lucrative venture. So many people now resort to online learning because of the flexibility and comfort it offers. You can teach virtually anything online, from educational courses, life hacks, do-it-yourself guides, and so forth. You can sign up on platforms like </span><a href="https://www.chegg.com/study" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Chegg Study</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Skooli </span><a href="https://tutorpoint.in" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tutor Point</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.mathnasium.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Mathnasium</span></a>,<span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> or start a YouTube channel. Either way, choose the method that suits you better.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Online Marketing:</b> Marketing has long expanded from the typical brick-and-mortar style to various online formats. Having the passion to sell is not enough for marketing. You would need to take some courses to sharpen your skills. There are tons of platforms like </span><a href="https://www.udemy.com/?utm_source=aff-campaign&utm_medium=udemyads&LSNPUBID=50rqOrVy53Q&ranMID=47900&ranEAID=50rqOrVy53Q&ranSiteID=50rqOrVy53Q-em6AIJs2zjH0gh1NZTTi_Q" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Udemy</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, and </span><a href="https://www.coursera.org/?irclickid=RZ%3A0mD3cfxyPWXn3-X325WC%3AUkFQvRRWV00Q1Q0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=partners&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=4900736&utm_content=b2c" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Coursera</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> that offer marketing courses. There are so many forms of marketing to choose from like digital marketing, content, social media marketing, and so forth.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Freelance writing:</b> You can also make money from writing cool pieces for people. A good command of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and creativity are some of the things needed to start writing professionally. You can also improve your skills by taking professional courses. Platforms like Upwork,</span><a href="https://www.fiverr.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Fiverr</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://ng.jooble.org" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Jooble</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> offer a plethora of opportunities for freelancers and potential clients. Start by signing up, setting up your profile (with your rates included), and then pitch to clients.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Customer Support:</b> This job involves processing complaints and issues related to products and services. A customer support specialist also provides clarity on the usage of products. You would need to have a good of customer service management and softwares like </span><a href="https://trello.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Trello</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">,, </span><a href="https://www.zendesk.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Zendesk</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.zoho.com/desk/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Zoho Desk</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> etc. Some soft skills required for the job are communication, problem solving, customer focus, time management, analytical skills, conflict resolution and empathy.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Content creation: </b>Your creative abilities can earn you tons of money through content creation. Social media is the rave of the moment and various platforms reward ingenious creators by ad revenue sharing. You can choose to focus on one platform or create content across all the social media platforms, if you get the hang of all of it. You can start with mom content on </span><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/en/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">TikTok </span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">or anything else you feel passionate about. It is important to study the any social media platform you want to work with and know the ropes of the metrics. It will be frustrating to create content people don't engage with.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Graphics Design:</b> A graphics designer is a person who uses a computer software or hand to create designs, images or pictures for personal or commercial consumption. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Graphics designers create ad bills, magazine covers, brochures and other design requirements. If you decide to venture into graphics designing, you'd have to acquire the skills required for it and have a strong portfolio that will convince potential clients. You can find graphics design jobs on </span><a href="https://www.upwork.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Upwork</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.freelancer.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwkY2qBhBDEiwAoQXK5YlxSpW3MtDTlZTDLLoO6-Vu0-Lu2gEJHVXU-Ue5_5rCUEXXdqlZ0xoCU8YQAvD_BwE&ft_prog=ABL&ft_prog_id=617725303593" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Freelancer</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.fiverr.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Fiverr</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Web development:</b> If you're on the techy side, you can consider web development. This is basically developing a website for the internet. A lot of technical skills are needed for web development. Aspiring web developers need to have skills in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, SEO and so forth. Check out courses for web developers like </span><a href="https://www.coursera.org/?irclickid=RZ%3A0mD3cfxyPWXn3-X325WC%3AUkFQvRRWV00Q1Q0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=partners&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=4900736&utm_content=b2c" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Coursera</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://www.udemy.com/?utm_source=aff-campaign&utm_medium=udemyads&LSNPUBID=50rqOrVy53Q&ranMID=47900&ranEAID=50rqOrVy53Q&ranSiteID=50rqOrVy53Q-em6AIJs2zjH0gh1NZTTi_Q" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Udemy</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">, </span><a href="https://academy.hubspot.com" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Hubspot</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> etc.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The opportunities in the world are endless and you only have to be creative and go after what you want however it is important to note that if you are being realistic being a SAHM and combining work is just like moonlighting. Therefore, you should aim to make the most out of what you want to do. A friendly advice would be to pick niches in high demand, develop the skills needed, and search for jobs. You should also keep in mind that the job market is super competitive and jobs won't fall on a platter. Hence, go easy on yourself when your job search efforts are futile. Also, build an online presence. You never can tell, your dream job might come knocking on your door.</span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>Get a FREE chapter of my book <a href="https://freetofly.mystrikingly.com/?ref=dishapages" target="_blank">Free to fly: How to thrive as a stay-at-home mum here</a>. You can also place your order<a href="https://linktr.ee/freetoflybook" target="_blank"> Here </a></span>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-80543005374120889982023-11-02T09:00:00.001+00:002023-11-02T09:00:00.159+00:00Time Management Tips For Stay-At-Home Mums<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Io9HvJ6Da3hxS2G-4IOQpY303LcALrZPRuFDvKlLr4NqYagxqZvGtPUSGQpqqqGi-Sc-aZiL4a9oTH6VLbn9x9gplhKsjbHK9tmpNwOrHVTx309lUq1wIDbJR4CfbFI-xS01_wJWowZ13O0Q7Uw84sVvEiqEoi8tzBsVwE5Bz9M-6G6Q-09CYskMeU-_/s1080/Cuddle%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Io9HvJ6Da3hxS2G-4IOQpY303LcALrZPRuFDvKlLr4NqYagxqZvGtPUSGQpqqqGi-Sc-aZiL4a9oTH6VLbn9x9gplhKsjbHK9tmpNwOrHVTx309lUq1wIDbJR4CfbFI-xS01_wJWowZ13O0Q7Uw84sVvEiqEoi8tzBsVwE5Bz9M-6G6Q-09CYskMeU-_/s320/Cuddle%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">SAHMs spend a great deal of time mentally, physically and emotionally running the household. This leaves very little time for personal affairs. A repetitive cycle of household chores with no personal breaks may inadvertently lead to mental exhaustion or depression. Most SAHMs complain that they are almost always neck deep in home management, that they can't seem to find time for anything else. The solution lies in artfully balancing everything on your plate. How to find this balance is often where the problem lies.</span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-16389636-7fff-0f53-5f05-e23b53534e58"><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Most people struggle with time management. It is a different kind of struggle for SAHMs, as it is easy to unintentionally get engrossed doing household chores. Time management involves a lot of commitment and discipline to enforce.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">SAHMs can implement these tips to manage their time better.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Set a goal: </span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">To achieve anything, it is pertinent to have a goal to work with. Becoming a better time manager won't out rightly be easy. Achieving the set goal is easier, when broken down into milestones. You can start with milestones for three days or a week and gradually up it to a month.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create and stick to a daily schedule:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Schedules would help to keep you in check. Without them, you can end up being all over the place with nothing impactful happening. Start your day by outlining what you have to do, whether it's cooking or cleaning. List recurring tasks and add one-off tasks as they come. You can break them down in stick notes and place them where you can see them often, so acting haphazardly reduces to the barest minimum and you get to achieve so much.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create a scale of preference:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Most mothers tend to have a superhero complex, so they end up juggling a lot of things together. Putting activities or chores on a scale of preference would help you finish them faster and even achieve more than what you planned to do. Prioritize activities that have more importance. You can scale them by value, resources involved to carry them out or urgency.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Set logical time limits:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Without restraints, spending too much time doing one thing becomes imminent. Logical time limits help to curtail impulsiveness, overperformance or underperformance. Use alarms, reminders or stick notes to help keep you on track. Here's a good hack to increase your speed: estimate the time it takes you to normally finish your chores, take 10 or 15 minutes away from the time and try to work with the remaining time. The end result s an increase in speed, which is a win for you.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Avoid multitasking:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> It can be tempting to do too many things at a time. Taking on too many tasks can cause extreme fatigue in the long run. Perform tasks that can be handled without tiring your body. Finish one task before moving on to the next. Even when you don't finish your tasks on time, don't beat yourself up. You are still human after all, not Robocop.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Deal with difficult tasks first:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Difficult tasks can seem exhausting and scary at first. The best way to tackle them is to start with them first. Duties like this should be tackled first, in order to eliminate procrastination. Difficult tasks should top your scale of preference as they are often more important.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Work on similar tasks together:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> To avoid unnecessary repetition, work on similar tasks together. For instance: you have chores to do in the kitchen, finish up everything kitchen related before moving to the next task. This is another hack to finishing your chores faster.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Learn to shelve certain tasks:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Certain tasks are unimportant in the grand scheme of your daily schedule. Learn to shelve them till the next day or when it's really important to do. If such tasks don't top your scale of preference, leave them till then when they are really important.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create a break time:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Being a stay-at-home mom, means the bulk of domestic work falls on you. Daily activities for mothers in this category tend to have a rinse and repeat pattern. They also tend to complain of fatigue quite often. Achieving a lot with your time will be a mirage if you're physically in bad shape. That is why taking intermittent breaks is really important. Periodic rests will make you rejuvenated and more efficient.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Have an accountability partner:</span><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Sometimes, self-will is not enough. So many people struggle with procrastination and often cannot get anything done. This is where getting someone who has your interest at heart, to hold you responsible comes in. Have someone you can report your daily progress and even relapses to. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Closing Thoughts</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Becoming better at time management will not happen in one swoop. Like the good ol' saying, "practice makes perfect". Apply these tips over and again till the change you want to see starts happening. As a stay-at-home mom, always have it in mind that you deserve a life beyond chores and childcare. Build friendships, develop hobbies and have as much fun as you can.</span></p><div><span style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div></span>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-90586736116904278242023-10-24T13:16:00.003+01:002023-10-24T13:16:21.834+01:00How to Homeschool in Nigeria || Step-by-step guide to Homeschool in Nigeria<span id="docs-internal-guid-26466fe7-7fff-47b7-013a-0ddaae3ec87e" style="font-family: inherit;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF3LGMa2lG0-ICgYyQBfawt9CUpFrxjWI2lyATkp4SX5Qcr9zPjDp7GLRUrqfZsGhlzkXIijJpyX1452nieX4diD2ZBqMOgV0Q7wCefVbYRVLXl4A8uv5mftp5e3ydzChuUq2wDXqAMMUN1GRJrqFlTTmVkI5jF28Rc5hxswWBBi33T1L3tKp-H93xeK-T/s1080/Cuddle%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF3LGMa2lG0-ICgYyQBfawt9CUpFrxjWI2lyATkp4SX5Qcr9zPjDp7GLRUrqfZsGhlzkXIijJpyX1452nieX4diD2ZBqMOgV0Q7wCefVbYRVLXl4A8uv5mftp5e3ydzChuUq2wDXqAMMUN1GRJrqFlTTmVkI5jF28Rc5hxswWBBi33T1L3tKp-H93xeK-T/s320/Cuddle%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Introduction: </b></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Homeschooling is a form of education that involves parents taking an active role in educating their children at home. This could be done by the parent, a tutor, or any other person who has the capacity to give quality education to the child or children to be homeschooled. Nigeria is a developing country by development standards and the state of education in the country falls short of the optimum global standards. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Primary education is free in Nigeria, but a large number of children remain out of school. According to <a href="https://www.unicef.org/nigeria/education#:~:text=One%20in%20every%20five%20of,years%20are%20not%20in%20school." target="_blank">UNICEF</a>, 10.5 million children aged 5-14 years are not in school and 61 percent of 6-11 year olds regularly attend schools. Despite the many challenges that education in Nigeria faces, citizens still staunchly believe in getting an education the traditional way. The concept of homeschooling remains alien to the average Nigerian. Although it gained traction during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a lot of people still don’t understand how to really Homeschool.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">A handful of Nigerians are becoming open to the idea of homeschooling and advocates for the movement have sprung up in recent times. Nigerian parents who seek to try out homeschooling for whatever reason can follow these steps:</span></p><br /><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Prepare psychologically with your child: </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">If you are going to personally homeschool your children, you'd need to adequately prep yourself mentally and emotionally. It can be draining and breakdowns are inevitable. For a child who has been accustomed to a traditional school setting, homeschooling will be a new ball game. This can be mentally disruptive for the child involved. It's best the change comes slow and steady, to avoid disorientation and cognitive dissonance. This is called Deschooling. It is important to take it one step at a time. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Understand the laws:</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Homeschooling is neither legal nor illegal in Nigeria. It hasn't gained traction among the Nigerian populace yet. There are no rules governing it. However, it is still important to know how the law around education in Nigeria works. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Choose a homeschooling method: </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">While homeschooling, some families might choose to implement the curriculum-free type of education. Some families can also choose to adopt different teaching methods or philosophies including classical education, Montessori method, Charlotte Mason education, thematic approach, or school at home. It's best practice to pick a method that will effectively enhance your child's learning experience.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Create a Budget:</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Schooling at home has its own costs. It can be cheaper than sending your child to a traditional school and it can also be more expensive depending on the method of homeschooling you use. What will be different is that you don’t have to bring a bulk of the money at once, you can space what you purchase per time. You will make an initial investment which would go into getting resources for the learning of the child involved. Books, visual aids, technology, subscriptions, etc. are some of the other things you will spend on. Find a list of what you might need for your homeschooled child. Make estimations and come up with a final budget. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Set up a conducive learning area: </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Effective learning requires a conducive environment. From the dining area in your home to a dedicated homeschool room, you can create a learning area. Ensure the space has good ventilation and maximum lighting. You would want to create a space that feels like their own with better access to their learning resources.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Plan the homeschool calendar:</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> A typical Nigerian school calendar has 3 terms or semesters. Since homeschooling focuses on individualized learning, a calendar that accommodates the child's needs should be created. You can make each term long enough to be on par with your child's learning speed or run with the status quo.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Develop a curriculum: </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Curriculums help to plan your child's learning experience and progress. Nigeria runs the 6-3-3-4 education system— 6 years for primary education, 3 years for junior secondary education, 3 years for senior secondary education, and 4 years in university. The National Education Research and Development Council (NERDC), is in charge of curriculums for primary and secondary education. They stipulate subjects that should be taken by the pupils or students during the course of their schooling. You can get a copy of the latest curriculum from them or develop yours. If you choose to go with yours, ensure it caters effectively to everything your child should know. One of the beauties of homeschooling is the flexibility it offers and you have the freedom to choose the curriculum you use for your child(ren's) education. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Observation & Evaluation: </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Observation and evaluation are important in your homeschooling journey, especially from preschool years to high school. You can start by observing what your child is learning and measuring progress as they grow older. An evaluation can be done by you or an external party. This provides feedback on how well your child is progressing.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Extracurricular activities:</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> Extracurricular activities afford the child the opportunity to have additional learning experiences that go beyond the walls of organized learning. Developing a hobby, sports, a road trip, an excursion, games day, sightseeing, and fairs are all activities that offer extracurricular experience. You can always choose activities that align with your budget and create convenient timelines to execute them.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Take breaks:</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> It is very natural to feel exhausted after a long stretch of activities. The comfort homeschooling offers doesn't diminish the need for learning breaks. You or your child's tutor can take breaks when the child feels worn out. Alternatively, break timelines could be set.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">The prompt to take the homeschooling path could be from a variety of reasons. You should always consider why you have to do it for your child in the first place and always ensure that you go back to your "why" when things are not going as you expect them to go because while Homeschooling might be the road less traveled it doesn't mean it's the easier way out. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">We offer free <a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/booking" target="_blank">30-minute consultations </a></span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">if you are new to homeschooling and you need clarity but if you need more than clarity and more hand holding we <a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/coaching" target="_blank">have more consultation offers for you here</a>.</span></p><div><br /></div></span>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-63406929407089045122023-07-18T10:00:00.001+01:002023-07-18T10:00:00.134+01:00How to effectively Homeschool in Africa<p>Homeschooling in Africa is still in its early stages when compared to somewhere like the USA that has over 50 years under her belt, while there are thriving Homeschooling communities in countries like Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, etc. we still have a dearth of information about Homeschooling in Africa. In this article I would be exploring, our strengths and our unique challenges in Africa with regard to Homeschooling, and how we can still thrive regardless of those challenges. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNiSY6SuGzfVahS2Eg7bL1MLb53JWQ6nL6mjlc2l5sJlP37TbjR_2gWobIBrKk2985sudMWUfrwx7QXUd4VpKaRFAOVybO9p4eVYPwL_Uk-RcEAC90cVvB99ojocz-mLlqKuyuKfkA5liTqP0veox88-e9iywNVZQ_anD2mQPYzl0G4C2PEEC6p-KFjwtE/s1080/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Homeschooling In Africa" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNiSY6SuGzfVahS2Eg7bL1MLb53JWQ6nL6mjlc2l5sJlP37TbjR_2gWobIBrKk2985sudMWUfrwx7QXUd4VpKaRFAOVybO9p4eVYPwL_Uk-RcEAC90cVvB99ojocz-mLlqKuyuKfkA5liTqP0veox88-e9iywNVZQ_anD2mQPYzl0G4C2PEEC6p-KFjwtE/w320-h320/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(2).png" title="Homeschooling In Africa" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Introduction: </h3><p>Let's start with defining what Homeschooling is; I always define Home education as parenting pro max because your child is in your face 90% of the time but that's just my own definition, a more acceptable one is creating an individualized education for your child. <span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.2px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is an alternative form of education where parents take on the primary responsibility for their children's learning. I believe Africans need to embrace Home education as a viable alternative to education and not just for individuals but as a way to curb the current out-of-school children or children from low-income families, but that is a conversation for another day. </span></span></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understand The Benefits of Homeschooling in Africa: </h3><div>There are some general benefits of Homeschooling but when we look at most African countries, we are still behind with global education standards. Here are some benefits to us as Africans</div><div><br /></div><div><div>- <b>Personalized Learning</b>: Tailored education to meet each child's unique needs and learning style.</div><div>- <b>Cultural Celebration:</b> Incorporating local cultures, traditions, and languages into the curriculum, in a world where our culture is fading into the background, we have the opportunity to celebrate and incorporate our culture into the education our children receive. Once we have a true African network of Homeschoolers we can cross-promote our rich cultural experiences. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Flexibility</b>: Ability to create a schedule that balances education with other responsibilities and activities.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Access to Digital Resources:</b> Utilizing online learning tools, books, and educational apps that are diverse for a well-rounded education.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Nurturing Environment:</b> Encouraging exploration of interests and development of critical thinking skills and curating the environment of your children to fit those interests. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Strong Parent-Child Bond:</b> Active parental involvement fosters a strong relationship and instills essential values.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Life Skills Preparation:</b> Equipping children with practical life skills for success in a diverse world.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><b>- Freedom:</b> There are still quite a number of countries that don't have any formal structure for Homeschooling and that can also be a benefit because you have the freedom to give your child the education you know they deserve without the government limiting your power as a parent. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj89v2xqU-OGKpWbjV75rdDUDuHR2dCn_2PW-AEO5LFNiWL-gUIdiQ5eyExTY5wv0tf3ZZjNSoTZ3Ll3P4UsEdLnc3QRGBJzedps1RmbZwSwci4XmkhS74R21qH_qM1LMcGLa4b72Y3F_QiQrLDVWl4BUcG68OcFvPBPY8YCX5dXjgLppSUlfLfxUKKctGt/s1080/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj89v2xqU-OGKpWbjV75rdDUDuHR2dCn_2PW-AEO5LFNiWL-gUIdiQ5eyExTY5wv0tf3ZZjNSoTZ3Ll3P4UsEdLnc3QRGBJzedps1RmbZwSwci4XmkhS74R21qH_qM1LMcGLa4b72Y3F_QiQrLDVWl4BUcG68OcFvPBPY8YCX5dXjgLppSUlfLfxUKKctGt/s320/Cuddle%20Blog%20Weekly%20SM%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understanding The Challenges of Homeschooling in Africa: </h3><div>We also have our unique challenges in this part of the world and once we understand them, it can help us know how to navigate it better. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>High cost of getting curriculums & resources:</b> In certain regions, access to quality educational materials and resources can be challenging and expensive because you might get boxed curriculums from countries like the USA and when you consider exchange rates and shipping costs, it starts running high.</div><div><br /></div><div>-<b> Legal Recognition and Regulation: </b>Homeschooling for the most part of Africa lack formal recognition, leading to uncertainties and potential legal barriers in some countries.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Lack of awareness:</b> Homeschooling not being mainstream can cause people to question your decision, offer you unsolicited advice, and just make the experience not so pleasant outside of your circles. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Time and Commitment:</b> Homeschooling requires a significant time commitment from parents, impacting their other responsibilities and activities, and being in a difficult economy this can pose a challenge as you might become a one-income family. </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Lack of Support Networks:</b> In some areas, the absence of homeschooling communities and support networks can lead to isolation.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Parental Qualifications: </b>Parents may feel inadequately qualified to teach certain subjects or address advanced educational needs.</div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>Standardized Testing and Assessments:</b> Homeschooling families may encounter challenges in accessing standardized testing or assessments required for certain educational paths or future opportunities.</div><div><br /></div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understanding the legal and regulatory concerns: </h3><div>We have to understand the legalities and regulations that are available to each African country; Based on my research only <a href="https://hslda.org/post/south-africa" target="_blank">South Africa</a> has a law legalizing Homeschooling and only <a href="https://homeeducationshop.com/homeschooling/where-is-homeschooling-illegal/" target="_blank">Sierra Leone</a> has banned Homeschooling. Every other country doesn't have any specific law banning or endorsing Homeschooling. In South Africa, there are guidelines for Homeschooling families to follow. </div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understanding how to map out your child's education in Africa: </h3><p>For you to make Homeschooling effective in Africa, you have to understand the trajectory your child's education will take so you can know what you would like to do. In the USA for example, there are different ways you can use to record your child's education transcript and everything they get up to so it makes transitioning to traditional school/college seamless, however, in most African countries there are no set guidelines or regulations to follow so you have to be proactive as a parent. </p><p>In whatever African country you are, you have to understand where your child will transition back into the traditional schooling or the exams needed to write to get into the university and prepare for that. I know in Nigeria, we write an exam after Primary 6, After Jss3 and SS3 (Jamb & Waec) to enter the university. You have to make a plan ahead to know where you will transition them and prepare them for those exams if you want to.</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understanding the need for assessment and record keeping: </h3><div>In countries, where Homeschooling is thriving and growing, is because a lot of Homeschoolers are documenting their journey, and success stories, and also asides from that, because we are not forced by the government to keep records doesn't mean we shouldn't. We have to make the habit of assessing our kids and keeping detailed records of their progress not because we want to prove anything to anyone but because it is important to measure for more societal acceptance. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Understanding the need for advocacy & recognition:</h3><div style="text-align: left;">We need to continue to raise awareness for the availability of this alternative form of education. That is one of the goals of the Annual Conference that is put together for Africans to raise awareness for Homeschooling as an alternative form of education in Africa. We are working on the 2023 Homeschooling Conversations and you can register to attend the 2-days power-packed conference <a href="https://forms.gle/pggmwKccPZCXxL3y7" target="_blank">here</a> and share the link with someone who would be interested in alternative forms of education, let's work together to advocate for Home education for the future of our Children!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">What are your thoughts on how Homeschooling in Africa can be effective? </h3>Cuddle Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04937484577991457257noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-31273338179145052812023-07-15T10:00:00.001+01:002023-07-15T10:00:00.136+01:00Review Update: Mindscape Museum (2023) || There has been an update<p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> It's 2023 and it's been a couple of years since we <a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2019/12/mindscape-museum-in-lagos-detailed.html" target="_blank">visited Mindscape museum </a>last.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">I've been going to Mindscape on and off since 2019 and I've seen different forms of them since then and one thing that is a constant is IT'S AN ABSOLUTELY LOVELY PLACE.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwzNxnDgN72g9kGY7ZgBKK0ztoL4xo1hCrgJMph9X89vE49vlDeY-fOin8qWywimeCWTJKGOmwSWUTUax0JraRvsPH1cuNzj89OgD2tn9gk9kl6gUOQ3LdN5iG3EKWE0y9gz1E0Ja9FGwIXqZRkj_5gw3UuVI2zjvbjVyZr9ANiimSUzwufC-hdwKvIJ1c/s4032/PXL_20230707_112005680.MP.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwzNxnDgN72g9kGY7ZgBKK0ztoL4xo1hCrgJMph9X89vE49vlDeY-fOin8qWywimeCWTJKGOmwSWUTUax0JraRvsPH1cuNzj89OgD2tn9gk9kl6gUOQ3LdN5iG3EKWE0y9gz1E0Ja9FGwIXqZRkj_5gw3UuVI2zjvbjVyZr9ANiimSUzwufC-hdwKvIJ1c/s320/PXL_20230707_112005680.MP.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">One of the spaces I've given 5 cuddly loves, not because they don't have their shortcomings but because the value outweighs the shortcomings.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">They have upgraded since the last time I went there, here are some of the things that changed.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpr1xcoGtqroiVVGAo2WgzsqY2rvbXd2y-SHCDX_k0JBiDNft_PwDo8zK6rK6skvycRoItAWgi_U06O9Ht2vu44My1Ft5xCetkMxKFYI4lLMZrvpVCJ3s2lEXp_x7mJVVAo36PgkJcZ0gnaodlqmh4gfoUl5meSxlhcDUf5_1vtO-irC4BDP3UMLWFEgzC/s4032/PXL_20230707_123528970.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpr1xcoGtqroiVVGAo2WgzsqY2rvbXd2y-SHCDX_k0JBiDNft_PwDo8zK6rK6skvycRoItAWgi_U06O9Ht2vu44My1Ft5xCetkMxKFYI4lLMZrvpVCJ3s2lEXp_x7mJVVAo36PgkJcZ0gnaodlqmh4gfoUl5meSxlhcDUf5_1vtO-irC4BDP3UMLWFEgzC/s320/PXL_20230707_123528970.jpg" width="180" /></a></div>1. They upgraded some of the exhibits. Removed some (bank, law court) and replaced with Town Hall, imaginative play area (the blue blocks space) they also added the Nigeria map section. Those knobs when pressed tell you a bit about the state pressed. How cool is that?</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">2. They have minders that are present but not intrusive. I think part of what they stand for is independent play so they are around watching the kids but not interfering with their play.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">3. There's someone to take you around if it's your first time in the space. They will show you around (I saw them do for 2 people while we were there)</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS7BChwtxbLa0Iedv94sZgIP4tNFJ-Om68icCMtDZWwGIjA_qKbiHXkCuUBaolWe5ikO6PI_1l8o-H1ZMU3mTwdPLJp8wqjYH0hEbFXzyLE_ks1uKKbT9gnvTk668QGQJ4eP-O9qoEmt0UQHI3dhrzmGySS4TXLsYzlpVVgQEiYzr9Bu58B1BpTDDeA0mM/s4032/PXL_20230707_112551662.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS7BChwtxbLa0Iedv94sZgIP4tNFJ-Om68icCMtDZWwGIjA_qKbiHXkCuUBaolWe5ikO6PI_1l8o-H1ZMU3mTwdPLJp8wqjYH0hEbFXzyLE_ks1uKKbT9gnvTk668QGQJ4eP-O9qoEmt0UQHI3dhrzmGySS4TXLsYzlpVVgQEiYzr9Bu58B1BpTDDeA0mM/s320/PXL_20230707_112551662.jpg" width="180" /></a>4. The space seems brighter. Like they added more light. I don't remember it being that bright before.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">What I didn't like</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">What I didn't like was that the prices have gone up slightly. But I mean, it's understandable because Nigeria is Nigeriaing at the moment.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">The other thing I didn't like or should I say they can do better is refreshing the spaces or having their staff be a bit more hands-on with the utilization of each space (not necessarily with the kids) e.g in the restaurant there is a staff giving the kids money before they have to pretend play or something like that. That way the goal of each space will be achieved with the kids.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;"><b>Price</b></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">Children 3 and above 4,500</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">Children 12 months to 35 months 2,500</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">Parents Free</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">Nanny 3000</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">They want to encourage you as the parents to be involved so you pay extra if your nanny is the one in charge of your kids.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">I love what they are about and I'm definitely going back. If you are looking for midterm Waka. You're welcome and like I said, it's worth a trip from the mainland.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #262626;" /><span face="-apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;"><b>Location:</b> Lekki Phase 1. 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzUX-dERJUaOhGfd0tlHrHsB9BmI74s6hTyksM3oPM6XmvFZlvLgemkdNpgY_zaKi1gTTzmyPA91QpCFQ-jVLA7JFv5V9PrTzWqiv2-DtaJBctaiXurh8kzxoOynHfL0fTBG1OfzRKqugDLTpz4uYIlPd3N7yVBBjrIH0U9lsD21zk27AIKELeLnX9OzP7/s320/thecuddleblog_344440702_757578262486787_3145211664730575745_n.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">10 simple activities that keep your kids engaged.<br /><br />Bookmark for days when you need ideas.<br /><br />Picked these 10 activities from different themes, now imagine you have 40+ themes and each theme has 12 activities. Will you run out of ideas?<br /><br />Now, walk to the link <a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/40WeeksThemes" target="_blank">here </a>to order your themes so you don't have to run out of ideas again! (See what I did there?)</span></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">How do you keep your kids engaged?</h3><p><br /></p>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-16608108201183534202023-07-07T10:00:00.001+01:002023-07-07T10:00:00.137+01:00Essential Homeschool Resource List || Educational resources you need in your home if you have kids<span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-size: medium; letter-spacing: 0.1px;">If you have kids between the ages of 0-5 here's a list of resources you should have in your home;</span></span><div><span style="color: #202124;"><span style="font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWbRGvMjKviBbvUBjZjWQSt6TUYV7Q-7toMDB7x1zXgXfYb6MKv2c6MRIZldnPF94msq307AHM6-N1j2O15HQZSb5YL_xblT0rxk4vLwyxd3w4mpjL4r7M7g6YxEBhPaceTcLM3LNh3QSAXBAubxkHKCAB4V89lv4OnZccmZAebFjTBiqgHkIaXyJU5oe8/s2000/Essential%20Homeschool%20Supply%20checklist.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWbRGvMjKviBbvUBjZjWQSt6TUYV7Q-7toMDB7x1zXgXfYb6MKv2c6MRIZldnPF94msq307AHM6-N1j2O15HQZSb5YL_xblT0rxk4vLwyxd3w4mpjL4r7M7g6YxEBhPaceTcLM3LNh3QSAXBAubxkHKCAB4V89lv4OnZccmZAebFjTBiqgHkIaXyJU5oe8/s320/Essential%20Homeschool%20Supply%20checklist.jpg" width="226" /></a></div><br /></span><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">General List </span></h2><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Paper Clips</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cloth Pegs</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Rubber Bands</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Playdough</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Stickers</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Syring</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Kitchen tongs</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Toothpick (Can be coloured)</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Paper tapes</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Wooden Blocks</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Marker</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Dice</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Shaving Foam</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cotton Buds</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Ice Tray</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Cupcake Pans</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Whisk</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Chalk</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Popsicle Sticks</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Perforator</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Straws</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;" /><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-size: 16px; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Tweezers</span><div><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Arts & Crafts </span></h2><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
Cardboards
Googly Eyes
Scissors
Glue
Feathers
Pom Poms
Pipe Cleaner
Paint
Paint Palette
Paint Brushes
Paper Plate
Crayons
Plastic Cups
Glitters
Foams
Buttons
</span><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Imaginative Play, STEM & Games</span></h2><span face="Roboto, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #202124; font-variant-ligatures: none; letter-spacing: 0.1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
Play Kitchen
Doll House
Doctor Kit
Superhero Costumes
Profession Costumes
Magnet tiles
Lego blocks
Puzzles
Ayo
Ludo
Chess
Scrabble
Monopoly
Snake & Ladder
Connect 4
Get the full list, download the free pdf<a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/6dys" target="_blank"> here </a></span></div></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-27647821175207365432023-07-04T10:00:00.008+01:002023-07-04T10:00:00.140+01:00Things to do in Jos and Bauchi with Kids || Breakdown of our trip <p>My first interest in Bauchi was when I followed an account called <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bauchi_friends/?hl=en" target="_blank">@Bauchi_friends</a> on Instagram and I had also been seeing a lot of the lovely "Wikki warm springs" images and videos online and I found out Bauchi wasn't so far away from Jos that I knew we had to make the trip. Kill 2 birds with one stone. I still wasn't so sure, I mean would they have things for kids to do in Jos, will Bauchi be safe? But something else solidified my decision to go. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBnEIwzKEHyWT09xO6oE-Q14ZES9aTnUKqgGBMcQ_oWnakHikARjmkVYF5p1VYu1VPG33BT0toeN488F4kS4UU5Bx-j1QUNaM2yT06xa0X1jVAW4CG0SrErWwk6fPNsxE-xNsWiNJ2x1rE7fgSBgpvktYS6e48ctNBbK2pLln_0cHyfimChHe9UJVMk24Q/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBnEIwzKEHyWT09xO6oE-Q14ZES9aTnUKqgGBMcQ_oWnakHikARjmkVYF5p1VYu1VPG33BT0toeN488F4kS4UU5Bx-j1QUNaM2yT06xa0X1jVAW4CG0SrErWwk6fPNsxE-xNsWiNJ2x1rE7fgSBgpvktYS6e48ctNBbK2pLln_0cHyfimChHe9UJVMk24Q/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>My domestic help came from Jos who told me it was a safe place for us to travel to. </p><p>Our goal is to travel to safe places in Nigeria that have airports with the kids and anything that aligns with our goal we are for it. <a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2023/01/2021-blog-report-income-report-nigerian.html" target="_blank">This year we have a goal of 4 places</a> and this was our first trip and it was so worth it. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPNDyJ9PgCYKx7lGxf-wnKrcZ4b07chB0WBHpioYKRCOVcF-Uk0kKS7PlomEizoT6dpHnF0HS3qJgJoCjg8XaUNH5sCPXSh14vm3FPubqgWEVxdDc8n3Kon3mSNExz18qcikFBXuuQtSibMN9juzNDzhgWsVQdBRs_GDJQEWAZCBmDFWOtPgKdrl1kp1LZ/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPNDyJ9PgCYKx7lGxf-wnKrcZ4b07chB0WBHpioYKRCOVcF-Uk0kKS7PlomEizoT6dpHnF0HS3qJgJoCjg8XaUNH5sCPXSh14vm3FPubqgWEVxdDc8n3Kon3mSNExz18qcikFBXuuQtSibMN9juzNDzhgWsVQdBRs_GDJQEWAZCBmDFWOtPgKdrl1kp1LZ/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">How I prepared</h2><h3 style="text-align: left;">Places to visit:</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoCsh121zM2SvC51oPojaKqLnP39MsIU-QpyxLU06A9SGCg_cau7sId1sgcdVxePVePQjz7gOaCbF9Sanv6LXFXqQdOrJS9jh2r72OgMSjIhbu0Tennkl3pAlX2fj5qfZ6SDEtZDFGnSGTthg2vDf9lYfidvWxgRbmD_voa9XYczgLHjeVaye2BkW9hZZc/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoCsh121zM2SvC51oPojaKqLnP39MsIU-QpyxLU06A9SGCg_cau7sId1sgcdVxePVePQjz7gOaCbF9Sanv6LXFXqQdOrJS9jh2r72OgMSjIhbu0Tennkl3pAlX2fj5qfZ6SDEtZDFGnSGTthg2vDf9lYfidvWxgRbmD_voa9XYczgLHjeVaye2BkW9hZZc/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>The resources I used to plan for the places we will visit: <p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Google Search: I did a lot of Google searches to find websites that have written lists of places but the challenge is that most of them are not tailored to parents who have kids (and that's why we are here right?) <a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/search/label/Review" target="_blank">Our articles are tailored for places to visit with kids. </a> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinHGsCErFy0XmL5lGw7c9aer-0aDetjPjionMhB0VVBYtYRZgAQ3RuLtrhzgfHGFZfM3AHqaGPD0lyWiFKk9_lvpKWhAJZMIUteBneIHBH15kHDJOBMID1R_SnhR4PN2LL0Gt1M6NrvjNpyPqDEqnyip_bngNsWZibCpP9rkp8CCdhyhZpJkVVRrh3SQQO/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinHGsCErFy0XmL5lGw7c9aer-0aDetjPjionMhB0VVBYtYRZgAQ3RuLtrhzgfHGFZfM3AHqaGPD0lyWiFKk9_lvpKWhAJZMIUteBneIHBH15kHDJOBMID1R_SnhR4PN2LL0Gt1M6NrvjNpyPqDEqnyip_bngNsWZibCpP9rkp8CCdhyhZpJkVVRrh3SQQO/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /></li><li>Online Creators/Vendors: I found different creators who are based in Jos, travelers who have gone to Bauchi, and tour guides. I watched all the videos and reached out to some who helped me build my itinerary-unfortunately the Jos tour guide was too expensive for me. There were a few places I couldn't go because we had a tight schedule and looking back I wonder how we did it with 2 kids. </li></ul><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHcXzwF5Ku2TWvXDeeFcYekxexs0Vp6unqk1lD63L3vjTBDkrDA4loM4UvvBps7xQVCXx-RFQSMsAnRLhqhCzZcE0btzQo47xE_p_yp7weomh8N_xJLFmAKYB8EYovGW9FDCcUeVCfkauwl7XUIBlAe9kX3J63kBSiyJPgjP5nByKAguD2BnAy5aqG5pH/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHcXzwF5Ku2TWvXDeeFcYekxexs0Vp6unqk1lD63L3vjTBDkrDA4loM4UvvBps7xQVCXx-RFQSMsAnRLhqhCzZcE0btzQo47xE_p_yp7weomh8N_xJLFmAKYB8EYovGW9FDCcUeVCfkauwl7XUIBlAe9kX3J63kBSiyJPgjP5nByKAguD2BnAy5aqG5pH/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-5.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTujFM1dqMw-4BkBTJmkRLuCwm94jgQ-lf8b1RL9E6Pz3iDy-leOTOoLA1F_4aVhVeSY7aMKXNrgYQxt9BtPIQxkAmR8RXGSEghNeIoGJX6fh6GjXhbzhVfxMg08XGHNjb2w6JSixahDPvmtZfo4xerG7TmCgoD9cVyY9dvx-TAU5sGkX6cV3441jiaN6X/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTujFM1dqMw-4BkBTJmkRLuCwm94jgQ-lf8b1RL9E6Pz3iDy-leOTOoLA1F_4aVhVeSY7aMKXNrgYQxt9BtPIQxkAmR8RXGSEghNeIoGJX6fh6GjXhbzhVfxMg08XGHNjb2w6JSixahDPvmtZfo4xerG7TmCgoD9cVyY9dvx-TAU5sGkX6cV3441jiaN6X/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZaaE8jEZaY4tngXCYiD3WBpTf838hlLOfBmO3yIPE68VuYLBvVARWoVU9zS2APujHmjD_75r0ZKzMlQ9J8IP45u_SdNd14opw3K-iyxGt56-cgikVRIkooobBxcyWt1iB8rplDFLaSa6jzFXD8miwJCkh80UGwU9cRgtPGHWFiMLKMUtDCPobRKe9MIco/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZaaE8jEZaY4tngXCYiD3WBpTf838hlLOfBmO3yIPE68VuYLBvVARWoVU9zS2APujHmjD_75r0ZKzMlQ9J8IP45u_SdNd14opw3K-iyxGt56-cgikVRIkooobBxcyWt1iB8rplDFLaSa6jzFXD8miwJCkh80UGwU9cRgtPGHWFiMLKMUtDCPobRKe9MIco/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-7.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Our Itinerary:</h3><div>We had to think about all the things we were going to be doing when we got there. I found some tour guides online that gave me a list of places to go, but his overall price was way above my budget. He was going to charge me about 10k to drive around every day and I ended up spending like 1k as there is Taxify Keke and cab in Jos.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqWjKZjjZ1LFSYrfFiYkaj3w3SKiA8we0yMwaVcWrSdllfleaybDu_BYhPZC-oDVs26OJ_WITWYTRQVHP3LJ-a6B_gSwB8zjp-0lmcV-GyAUqsMBkt8jORExyO9QSrrYVT1AyqFF1eyWoGcpLjz7r75edYjehAWPjAXY7Jdzf6VupSIpsK68fUGnh06RYN/s1920/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%201.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqWjKZjjZ1LFSYrfFiYkaj3w3SKiA8we0yMwaVcWrSdllfleaybDu_BYhPZC-oDVs26OJ_WITWYTRQVHP3LJ-a6B_gSwB8zjp-0lmcV-GyAUqsMBkt8jORExyO9QSrrYVT1AyqFF1eyWoGcpLjz7r75edYjehAWPjAXY7Jdzf6VupSIpsK68fUGnh06RYN/w400-h225/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%201.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Our plan was to spend 6 days which I planned around the discounted ticket the airline was offering and these are the places we went to eventually: </div><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Rayfield Resort</li><li>Jos Museum </li><li>Jos Zoo </li><li>Mees Palace </li><li>100 Steps </li><li>Jos Wildlife Park </li><li>10 Commandments </li><li>Jos - Bauchi Trip</li><li>Sumu Wildlife Park</li><li>Yankari Game Reserve Museum</li><li>Wikki Warm Spring</li><li>Giddan Bauchi </li><li>Tafawa Balewa Tomb & Museum </li><li>Emirs Palace </li></ol><h3 style="text-align: left;">Flight: </h3><p></p><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsPjIdyHmTziiLQrAbl-0rBTTEHRRKx_rX5bB5wqxu7jDlW5gyv6Xk65DsOj4hAOkcKalfK4yb0TknRivywKVzoowtK-6ejRmOg0ymfHpHHA55ou_0cvxQHnTlduNNEX989i4bUsbJX4EHEMe03QfG672XC1GgrSbiBPPFPKHLiViT1SPOHZIyd__GGc7A/s1920/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%202.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsPjIdyHmTziiLQrAbl-0rBTTEHRRKx_rX5bB5wqxu7jDlW5gyv6Xk65DsOj4hAOkcKalfK4yb0TknRivywKVzoowtK-6ejRmOg0ymfHpHHA55ou_0cvxQHnTlduNNEX989i4bUsbJX4EHEMe03QfG672XC1GgrSbiBPPFPKHLiViT1SPOHZIyd__GGc7A/w400-h225/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%202.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Only 2 airlines fly to Jos (Didn't find one for Bauchi but they have an airport) </p><p><a href="https://www.arikair.com/" target="_blank">Arik</a> and <a href="https://flyvaluejet.com/" target="_blank">Value Jet.</a> </p><p> I was paying for 2 Adults and 2 kids (6 and almost 2) </p><p>Thankfully Arik at the time was doing a Promo so I booked my ticket within their Promo time which saved me about 20% on ticket prices. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Hotel: </h3><div><p>I was hoping that this would be a good way to start working with brands as a travel creator but it didn't work out as planned. I emailed a bunch of hotels in Jos for collaboration but maybe the emails in Jos are broken because I didn't even get a reply not to talk of a "No". </p><p>So, we had to go check out different hotels when we got there. We settled for Fox Hotel and Crispan Hotel - Here I am still giving them free publicity. haha</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Bauchi: </h3></div><div>I used a tour guide for the Bauchi leg of the trip because of the language barrier and to just be on the safe side in a region that I don't anything about. I still have only 2 left legs and I wanted to count it well when I came back to Lagos. The package included Hotel, Feeding (One meal) Tours, and Transportation for 3 days & 2 nights.</div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRxU3-YgkWav3peYFjXkXmfIR83wKWVStVRZsVLaeeFQsjtm8lHwTJbVrB8GOlwrPTP6wVy18scSo6ZAs1aGweQfGb7bWaiC2cNIYTxANZptJ84L7hTPGwOZ3ZHCXb5HVMcesIEGGNJP_9HmgF9JPoCbo_pvTUMDSzXeI2pO28vi7lNsXUk86R_5oGhyl1/s1920/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%203.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRxU3-YgkWav3peYFjXkXmfIR83wKWVStVRZsVLaeeFQsjtm8lHwTJbVrB8GOlwrPTP6wVy18scSo6ZAs1aGweQfGb7bWaiC2cNIYTxANZptJ84L7hTPGwOZ3ZHCXb5HVMcesIEGGNJP_9HmgF9JPoCbo_pvTUMDSzXeI2pO28vi7lNsXUk86R_5oGhyl1/w400-h225/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%203.png" width="400" /></a></div>What we packed:</h3><p>We packed a list of things that I have put together <a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/8k54x6" target="_blank">in a pdf for you whenever you need to travel</a>. Jos was a bit cold when we went and packed for the weather. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">What we spent Vs Budget:</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFFu8T16rNClo88OhbgdYTLhYjRL0tuaVRRhJRxzOv3kbM8DTddm_5jaiAipBBtCvICy0FjXK1YBdlROfg3jyakI5xWZXs_aQsJ1dmcJqztQgUsuhyHeA-E77LoSn1B4kV1lZGH3rWHS5d6pwO5AJq-koZT6qJqmZA51SoWq-UrUzBeHHRFgN1Os6GaSSd/s1920/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%204.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFFu8T16rNClo88OhbgdYTLhYjRL0tuaVRRhJRxzOv3kbM8DTddm_5jaiAipBBtCvICy0FjXK1YBdlROfg3jyakI5xWZXs_aQsJ1dmcJqztQgUsuhyHeA-E77LoSn1B4kV1lZGH3rWHS5d6pwO5AJq-koZT6qJqmZA51SoWq-UrUzBeHHRFgN1Os6GaSSd/w400-h225/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%204.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Budget: </h3><div>Flight: N288,643 </div><div>Hotel: N75,000 </div><div>Bauchi Tour: N190,000 </div><div>Jos Tours: N29,000 </div><div>Transportation: N20,000 </div><div>To Bauchi: N30,000 </div><div>Food: </div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Total: N622,643</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmoQb2VuPD714yXdrq-M_FrcPKJ_8w7roHUxTlOz2yMGQQmqloeg_AT_kUScRbl7KjTze7iHvNTnwDwvFXvERlQqcJy46dr-pkCY1rugj_AiyPCoRe49cUoGTySdfAk3pHx53YUdusLgb83jHxMqq_NWof3KCXIBEA5wyC6IfOMoAWrjcgFiIXjFAg0gWK/s1920/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%205.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmoQb2VuPD714yXdrq-M_FrcPKJ_8w7roHUxTlOz2yMGQQmqloeg_AT_kUScRbl7KjTze7iHvNTnwDwvFXvERlQqcJy46dr-pkCY1rugj_AiyPCoRe49cUoGTySdfAk3pHx53YUdusLgb83jHxMqq_NWof3KCXIBEA5wyC6IfOMoAWrjcgFiIXjFAg0gWK/w400-h225/Cuddle%20Blog%20things%20to%20do%20with%20kids%20jos%205.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">Actual: </h3><div>Flight: N288,643</div><div>Hotel: N87,400 [Fox Hotel: N51,000(3 nights), Crispan: N36,400 (2 nights)]</div><div>Tours, Transport & Food (Jos and transportation to Bauchi): N48,100</div><div>Bauchi Tour: N180,000 [Got a discount]</div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Total: N604,143</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRiCNcDebGzkQIj9g8S0MQvfPH_3lXHNW4X7f05awscHiGho3T0NJJ3z52TedBMUFnu8L2MK0mcAY6qi6eklG-Y_sUsWqNGYYZmZLoZLtMUEuOgKKcniyOykOo9pMhg-HN6jnDEiQd50gCWwTyQSujp2dHe0CuXjXD0niDNkVDXk_25nq35uuBIULNe5Hb/s6000/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-32.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRiCNcDebGzkQIj9g8S0MQvfPH_3lXHNW4X7f05awscHiGho3T0NJJ3z52TedBMUFnu8L2MK0mcAY6qi6eklG-Y_sUsWqNGYYZmZLoZLtMUEuOgKKcniyOykOo9pMhg-HN6jnDEiQd50gCWwTyQSujp2dHe0CuXjXD0niDNkVDXk_25nq35uuBIULNe5Hb/s320/CuddleBlog-Things-to-do-with-kids-in-Jos-32.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I hope this articles helps you if you plan to visit Jos and Bauchi with your kids. I would update the places we visit with the reviews of all those places so be sure to visit back in about a week. </div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">What is stopping you from taking your kids on trips? </h3>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-60826414888491293692023-04-13T18:05:00.001+01:002023-04-13T18:05:00.181+01:00 10 Important questions to ask your Nigerian nanny before you employ <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihh-JQxTLBfC8tx-mOr3k65Iq87wxyEobvsRMCCLBuEZeANpKrOH9aHN-aX4YqtFeuI8LaOEPd6Q15qvijz8E4msDIEhokj4lGzZPFUoMOxcy12zSbHfRKLstHL9m-ib_JM3IXVPg_s6g3LVSiq19afZinSlpML3zogLtinhsSFaaWg46W4lj5ItQo6g/s1080/questions%20for%20nanny.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihh-JQxTLBfC8tx-mOr3k65Iq87wxyEobvsRMCCLBuEZeANpKrOH9aHN-aX4YqtFeuI8LaOEPd6Q15qvijz8E4msDIEhokj4lGzZPFUoMOxcy12zSbHfRKLstHL9m-ib_JM3IXVPg_s6g3LVSiq19afZinSlpML3zogLtinhsSFaaWg46W4lj5ItQo6g/s320/questions%20for%20nanny.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>One of the support systems we have as Mums/Parents is bringing people into our home to help with child care and one of them involves hiring a nanny. <div><br /></div><div>In the Nigerian culture, most of the support staff you bring into your home might not necessarily be educated or trained in that field if you want to have affordable child care that is still paid above minimum wage but not exactly the amount that you pay someone with a degree. This is why it is important that in the interview process, due diligence is paid attention to. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /><div>Here are some of the questions we need to ask during the interview phase </div><div><br /></div><div>1. What's your educational background: You want to find out the background of the nanny so you can gauge the level of comprehension that is needed for each of the tasks that are required of her. Being a nanny involves following processes, and instructions and if the nanny would not be able to comprehend simple things then it is absolutely not worth it. </div><div><br /></div><div>2. Where did you work previously & why you left: Knowing where they worked previously can give you an idea of their journey, experience, and skills they might have gathered from the previous job. It is important to get a reference from the previous employer because a lot of them don't tell the truth. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. What's your experience with kids: It's absolutely important to know the age range of kids they have worked with or have had in their vicinity. Some are good with babies and some are not so good with toddlers. </div><div><br /></div><div>4. What will you do in x scenario: Make up scenarios that are typical with kids your age and ask her what she would do in that scenario. e.g If my child is eating and keeps throwing the food on the floor, what will you do? If my child hits you what will you do? I know people can always be trained but it is important for you to know where the nanny is at and what values they hold when children are involved so you can even know what areas of training she needs if you like her. </div><div><br /></div><div>5. What do you like about children?: Help you gauge where her heart is towards kids and understand if she is just in it for the money or genuinely has a passion for kids.</div><div><br /></div><div>6. What do you like to do in your free time?: This can help you know more about her, if she is going to be working with you to take care of your children you can have a fair idea of what she enjoys doing, and can come in handy when you want to reward her asides giving her salary.</div><div><br /></div><div>7. What do you what to do in 5 years?: Let's face it your staff won't be with you forever and some of the Nigerian nannies your job is just a means to an end. Knowing this can help you see how you can support her long-term goals while she still works with you. </div><div><br /></div><div>8. How long do you plan to work?: Closely related to the last question. You also need to know and plan how you would structure going forward. If you have an idea of how long your nanny plans to spend with you, you will know how to plan for it. </div><div><br /></div><div>9. How much do you plan to receive: It is important to know what they expect as salary. Because of the dynamics of how it runs in this country some of the people feel "less than" and can get intimidated in your presence and not ask for what they want. While you have an idea of how much you can afford as a salary, it is important that you give her the chance to say what she would like to receive as a salary. </div><div><br /></div><div>10. Find out about her family dynamics and siblings: Find out where she is from, her plans of visiting home, how many siblings she has. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you are employing an educated/experienced nanny here are additional questions to ask; </div><div><br /></div><div>1. Why did you become a nanny?</div><div>2. What age group are you most experienced with?</div><div>3. Do you have knowledge of first aid? </div><div>4. What are your views on play? </div><div>5. What are your views on discipline?</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The other important things to take into consideration while you are doing your interview is </div><div><br /></div><div>1. Body Language </div><div>2. Cheerful Spirit </div><div>3. Teachable Spirit</div><div><br /></div><div>These are things that will help the working relationship to go smoothly. I hope these questions help you find the best nanny for your family. </div><div><br /></div><div>Please leave in the comments what your journey with nannies in Nigeria has been so far.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-59563467770455874932023-04-12T09:26:00.003+01:002023-04-12T09:26:00.198+01:00Making your first million as a stay at home mum <p>What is the journey to making your first one million as a stay-at-home mum? Is it possible? </p><p>Watch how I made my first million and I hope it inspires you</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AU3VQIIaluM" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>Cuddle Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04937484577991457257noreply@blogger.com0Nigeria9.081999 8.675277-19.228234836178846 -26.480973 37.392232836178849 43.831527tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-47537627809354448362023-04-10T09:26:00.002+01:002023-04-10T09:26:22.670+01:00How to save and invest as a stay at home mum || My journey<p>Are you thinking of saving and investing as a stay-at-home mum? </p><p>This has helped me in the past and I hope you can pick one or 2 things from the video </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/W3DYRTt98gk" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>Cuddle Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04937484577991457257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-60472037074510738512023-03-30T09:27:00.001+01:002023-03-30T09:27:00.192+01:00Museum of Natural History Review ll What to do with the kids in ile-ife <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkPvLNk1iqSvcXU8QmwBwFxoc08k65LGdI_tQSRMG1huikevgMiwE-0PJ3y_GNs56e3zcRfRHqq5NWttRnAywQTygGKEpveBOQYpoF75yoCmpC3o94xnMyKPWDNgTYF0i4w7gj39bQPwyR9jTTU2cGD14eeoI4N5fKHG90SGffPKoiwZBX-HfeBSmyYg/s4000/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog24.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkPvLNk1iqSvcXU8QmwBwFxoc08k65LGdI_tQSRMG1huikevgMiwE-0PJ3y_GNs56e3zcRfRHqq5NWttRnAywQTygGKEpveBOQYpoF75yoCmpC3o94xnMyKPWDNgTYF0i4w7gj39bQPwyR9jTTU2cGD14eeoI4N5fKHG90SGffPKoiwZBX-HfeBSmyYg/s320/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog24.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p>We visited the museum of natural history in OAU Ile-ife and according to leventisfoundation.org </p><p><br /></p><p><i></i></p><blockquote><p><i>"It is the only Natural History museum in Nigeria, and its focus on natural -as well as cultural- history, provides information key to the wider understanding of the country’s resources and environmental future"</i></p><p></p></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKbOOgGauB280lGgMx7IaXmN11K_-R8AiAlBEbVLE8l94GsEKOac-vlRctIS_tAbn4mu14amMdl9bo2TNus_ZpMLpyjmGoVoPFjyYM-3XITcEFctMuyKAlAjL3gEKa9IfdByxQ_ju_x4u6J7-kux5wGJ2HNuX4y14iWuUYyJL0wYatBX_l0kxTS9aftQ/s4000/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE7qF3msNZj8MRuwf4OyUH06fDuNoO5990DuIlOfFoZ1ypVHewhiuuHXoqN15xi0VnPx_5pUpbtr26yyN-rK6SAhB1ZOpwMNazsGKxryx5hg3z988wGcfi7sOI7KdOiMSBeHDhpkP4LbtmpQL4QTcIvJYDHKN3VG5JgqbJk_5eOkdD_ymNEJMQtjCz-g/s320/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This was the first place we visited on our trip and I was very very impressed. </p><p><br /></p><p><b><i>What we loved about it: </i></b>The place is so so rich, it has a vast catalog of nature and cultural elements in Nigeria. You can tell they put in ALOT of work to document and research into the museum. One thing that is so unique about them is that they "mummified"/wax-created the insects, and animals in there so you get to see what they actually look like. </p><p><br /></p><p>The documentation is very detailed. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuk3atIsaRlghzGVeQ4WVg-PPu5qO0Qev8zhrk1q8ajNjso3n4BzAE8KVujCU4YXY5g_9o0Fet8fLQCzNU1gCqG_liSBmfoWGywXrdfqFXeR2OYppfFA5fXCeujKLP672KHw1YdZnCJKSiES5kuA72XSSNR3GvajpNx13oLFLxO91XE-kvSDOZ83TpfQ/s4000/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuk3atIsaRlghzGVeQ4WVg-PPu5qO0Qev8zhrk1q8ajNjso3n4BzAE8KVujCU4YXY5g_9o0Fet8fLQCzNU1gCqG_liSBmfoWGywXrdfqFXeR2OYppfFA5fXCeujKLP672KHw1YdZnCJKSiES5kuA72XSSNR3GvajpNx13oLFLxO91XE-kvSDOZ83TpfQ/s320/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYOuV-1s7qQxE74IguNh6TllgI0nmncqLz9Y8fqhi-mC-e7GCOOy0pbaziPvIL2HjEOexesGfrkKdjcpzqnxrwpQZZhbTPmJylwTcUavOFp1_01gLn9Q3NMr1Esdj6pRkKAY4pFhja7eT_nM0mNo5TRu7j0fI0XkZbUtq0JvX0d5YO8ZrJTGS1Xp3UNw/s4000/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYOuV-1s7qQxE74IguNh6TllgI0nmncqLz9Y8fqhi-mC-e7GCOOy0pbaziPvIL2HjEOexesGfrkKdjcpzqnxrwpQZZhbTPmJylwTcUavOFp1_01gLn9Q3NMr1Esdj6pRkKAY4pFhja7eT_nM0mNo5TRu7j0fI0XkZbUtq0JvX0d5YO8ZrJTGS1Xp3UNw/w240-h295/Natural%20Museum%20Ife%20Cuddle%20blog1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Per student: N100 </p><p>Adult: N200</p><p>Foreigner: N500 </p><p>Taking Pictures(Individual): N500 </p><p>Taking Pictures (Corporate): N2000 </p><p><br /></p><p>Verdict: 4/5 Cuddly loves.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you ever find yourself in Ile-ife, I highly recommend!</p>Cuddle Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04937484577991457257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-89250489031042332672023-03-25T12:58:00.003+00:002023-03-25T12:58:57.759+00:00Easter Activities for kids in Lagos <p> Are you looking for things to do with your kids this Easter? </p><p>Look no further. We have put together the list of activities we have seen for this Easter below. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUu58uv-4S7FV9yC0s1d7ir6YYiHEHeY2AJXfMNO8dfYLiXbsuxc2t8soKyxHOBxbnEHF7ateW5zTn4QL4fyJu-2xjY2pqq-N--DBk6OkPB71ovSKKR0kGRbADdLXtKw2Eh-Y2EWwb3UnGt0GtsdAMh4MMBfTL9-hu_peUakCWVLkOCcRF5-npudkabw/s1080/11Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUu58uv-4S7FV9yC0s1d7ir6YYiHEHeY2AJXfMNO8dfYLiXbsuxc2t8soKyxHOBxbnEHF7ateW5zTn4QL4fyJu-2xjY2pqq-N--DBk6OkPB71ovSKKR0kGRbADdLXtKw2Eh-Y2EWwb3UnGt0GtsdAMh4MMBfTL9-hu_peUakCWVLkOCcRF5-npudkabw/s320/11Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>1. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stem_mets/" target="_blank">Stem Mets:</a> <div><br /></div><div>14b Engr George Enenmoh Crescent, Lekki 1 </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI4vMWZIjwUPq1Xy2kQ0774Lna8JSipBUzfgjXr0v4JQgtzkChJsurAU_ah3mkn7jISPwGGusL4k0CmwkL3LDopw5ePSq41NpBlalrL2zqRPa-llM29uJA6m2g9udIS7_RgXZS33TcgmEQ8of2kDuVr94A34UtdWN1DgpGFyvu13VDrDxI9CgcJJsg2w/s1080/12Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI4vMWZIjwUPq1Xy2kQ0774Lna8JSipBUzfgjXr0v4JQgtzkChJsurAU_ah3mkn7jISPwGGusL4k0CmwkL3LDopw5ePSq41NpBlalrL2zqRPa-llM29uJA6m2g9udIS7_RgXZS33TcgmEQ8of2kDuVr94A34UtdWN1DgpGFyvu13VDrDxI9CgcJJsg2w/s320/12Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>2. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hrclagos/" target="_blank">Hardrock Cafe </a></div><div><br /></div><div>No 3&4 Block XVI water cooperation drive VI, near landmark center. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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font-size: 14px;">10, Layi Yusuf Crescent, off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1</span></div><div><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">0903 000 1793</span><br style="font-family: -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="font-family: -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">0809 828 8888</span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDF1wS94M3KMpM8dMlVTq_3t_VJa91zOVNTWQb1kjJg0JL_TxOYEvv-owfxJc36mncmw9THuKJiMka87TIpcGnLPzwnIprHtBmamrPyQFJmupoEr6r_RBYMbanYT6rLzPiKM3bK3Y1LIMnCwVu9XNrvfWLDig8SK3lX2_cmgFMj57PRRg6O9DLisxMrA/s1080/14Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDF1wS94M3KMpM8dMlVTq_3t_VJa91zOVNTWQb1kjJg0JL_TxOYEvv-owfxJc36mncmw9THuKJiMka87TIpcGnLPzwnIprHtBmamrPyQFJmupoEr6r_RBYMbanYT6rLzPiKM3bK3Y1LIMnCwVu9XNrvfWLDig8SK3lX2_cmgFMj57PRRg6O9DLisxMrA/s320/14Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>4: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mindscapesmuseum/" target="_blank">Mindscape Museum</a></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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They have free tours and other activities like cross sip and paint with cost 5,500/person</div><div><br /></div><div>Plot 5 Admiralty road Lekki</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtFSEBu_ksCORMrOzJE6M_i3t-uZ5MROFz-wlQY766ixkCrO1Wsi6mF-t1F7EocEAlMsoKuo7ktF07wdV_3wKNH5WvcGagaDxklHJ5tRYH5g0Y-sUKx1stLQsXwPsCT6CBYPy7XJ-DTSarjtBOhxF8nVs3SvGOiStuNrs5l5QiuQXDDPmvjeeJS_fkGw/s1080/17Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtFSEBu_ksCORMrOzJE6M_i3t-uZ5MROFz-wlQY766ixkCrO1Wsi6mF-t1F7EocEAlMsoKuo7ktF07wdV_3wKNH5WvcGagaDxklHJ5tRYH5g0Y-sUKx1stLQsXwPsCT6CBYPy7XJ-DTSarjtBOhxF8nVs3SvGOiStuNrs5l5QiuQXDDPmvjeeJS_fkGw/s320/17Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>7. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sanojuniorchefsclub/" target="_blank">Sano Junior Chef </a></div><div>2, Babafemi Osoba Cresent, Lekki Phase 1</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGBmGfsU9bGJjusj6Nlbgmps9viPKq6oWVNjazciGOd9VoSXbsZX3jN4qD9UnPUkeQBrNWYyhUYoRHJV8JVeJ4PYTVoh5e-cPAxaVnq8LABoPZ81hk432vejhmgei0H-E3tcLpmRaHyBgHeC1pXLiytqjs-u6giZFjMBrvHB9snzu0VLlDLZFVfITuag/s1080/18Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGBmGfsU9bGJjusj6Nlbgmps9viPKq6oWVNjazciGOd9VoSXbsZX3jN4qD9UnPUkeQBrNWYyhUYoRHJV8JVeJ4PYTVoh5e-cPAxaVnq8LABoPZ81hk432vejhmgei0H-E3tcLpmRaHyBgHeC1pXLiytqjs-u6giZFjMBrvHB9snzu0VLlDLZFVfITuag/s320/18Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>8. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/m_and_emusic/" target="_blank">M & E Music Company</a></div><div><span style="background-color: white; font-family: -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">WhatsApp 09025632818.</span></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSn2wOdXEMDH0H5I1Vld4mNkG2QzbcC61EAmBkdO8pT_u5UgjecNs0Z0h8AGGQ7rChw1pjHsIhS8PTFBx9leyEdpPp9F5GqJ8zcz3kFLVoF7ynOo28YkzCNhurUwuiIx3B0uzRA28dv2iyMvKgJp38WbmOSNhVLvOjtnR5bNtiYkMM7EvHIH7uliYpFA/s1080/19Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSn2wOdXEMDH0H5I1Vld4mNkG2QzbcC61EAmBkdO8pT_u5UgjecNs0Z0h8AGGQ7rChw1pjHsIhS8PTFBx9leyEdpPp9F5GqJ8zcz3kFLVoF7ynOo28YkzCNhurUwuiIx3B0uzRA28dv2iyMvKgJp38WbmOSNhVLvOjtnR5bNtiYkMM7EvHIH7uliYpFA/s320/19Cuddle%20Blog%20Easter%20Activities.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>You can visit their pages to find out more about their events. I hope you get something to engage your children with this Easter. </p></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-11644787608398018082023-03-05T22:34:00.003+00:002023-03-05T22:34:54.677+00:00The Cuddle Blog Youtube Channel <p> Thank you so much for how you have supported me through the years. 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However, with some careful planning and the right tools</span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, you can take control of your schedule and make the most of your time. Here are some tips and recommendations for time management as a homeschooling mom:</span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-7210320c-7fff-83b6-2743-59429226a505"><br /><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Start each day with a plan. Take a few minutes at the start of each day to create a to-do list and prioritize your tasks. This can help you stay focused and avoid feeling overwhelmed by the day's demands. Consider using a planner or scheduling app to help you stay organized. There is also something I do called “Memory dump” everytime I am feeling overwhelmed, I make a list of EVERYTHING I need to go and it makes me feel better then I start ticking them off. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pace yourself: You might not get to do everything on your to-do list in a day or a week. Changing how you look at it can help you pace yourself, look at it as a marathon rather than a sprint to finish each task but as long as the tasks are done. Give yourself grace.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Set aside dedicated learning time. One of the benefits of homeschooling is the flexibility to tailor your children's learning to their individual needs and schedules. However, it's important to establish a consistent routine and set aside dedicated learning time each day. This will help your children know what to expect and can make it easier for you to manage your time as well.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Take breaks and encourage self-directed learning. While it's important to have a consistent routine, it's also important to allow for flexibility and breaks. Encourage your children to take breaks and engage in self-directed learning activities, such as reading, puzzles, or art projects. This can help them stay engaged and motivated, and it will give you a chance to take a break as well.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Invest in time-saving tools</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. There are many tools and resources available to help homeschooling moms manage their time more effectively. Consider purchasing a whiteboard or dry-erase board</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help you visually organize your schedule and tasks. A timer or stopwatch </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">can also help keep track of how much time you're spending on each task.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use technology to your advantage. Technology can be a double-edged sword for homeschooling moms. On one hand, it can be a distraction and a time-waster. On the other hand, it can also be a valuable tool for managing your time and finding resources for your children's learning. </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get help when you need it. It's important to remember that you don't have to do everything on your own. If you're feeling overwhelmed or burnt out, don't be afraid to ask for help. Consider enlisting the help of a tutor or enlisting the help of your spouse or another family member to take on some of the tasks.</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don't forget to take care of yourself. As a homeschooling mom, it's easy to get caught up in the demands of your children's education and household tasks. However, it's important to remember to take care of yourself as well. Make time for self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, or hobbies to help you recharge and stay balanced.</span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In conclusion, managing your time effectively as a homeschooling mom requires careful planning and the right tools. By establishing a consistent routine, taking breaks, and using technology to your advantage, you can take control of your schedule and make the most of your time. Remember to ask for help when you need it and take care of yourself to avoid burnout. Once again, with some careful planning and the right tools, you can be a successful and organized homeschooling mom.</span></p><div><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-80863017189294252302023-02-22T08:33:00.000+00:002023-02-22T08:33:45.831+00:00Places to take your kids in Lagos 2023 <p> Places you can take your kids in Lagos. Click for reviews to the places mentioned that we have been to. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_cetN5BJfZSwUlg39E1BDMHJ2li96WgeELScKpFb78BIyxA2LxoiCFQcLww6-cfrz4OfJ08DmPZI2_FaQjdFPumYnuL7ePJded2Z8_rGaGv7ddBm1OsjPMclCpcn4Y9qhe7ZuT4zeA_boD77anu4U9QBtM1CJNgZxt68_SttRg__qeyOmx6-qT5pPnQ/s1080/Places-to-take-kids-in-Lagos%20cuddle-blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_cetN5BJfZSwUlg39E1BDMHJ2li96WgeELScKpFb78BIyxA2LxoiCFQcLww6-cfrz4OfJ08DmPZI2_FaQjdFPumYnuL7ePJded2Z8_rGaGv7ddBm1OsjPMclCpcn4Y9qhe7ZuT4zeA_boD77anu4U9QBtM1CJNgZxt68_SttRg__qeyOmx6-qT5pPnQ/s320/Places-to-take-kids-in-Lagos%20cuddle-blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Beaches</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/09/thegoodbeach-review-ii-place-to-go-with.html" target="_blank">The Good Beach</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/01/landmark-beach-2022-update-review.html" target="_blank">Landmark Beach</a></p><p>Tarkwa Bay</p><p><br /></p><p>Spend less than 3k </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2020/05/review-lekki-conservation-center-what.html" target="_blank">Lekki Conservation</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/01/national-museum-places-to-go-with-kids.html" target="_blank">National Museum</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ug--vnba3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Railway compound Yaba</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/B7hDPZslWGo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Freedom Park</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2021/01/lufasi-park-review-homeschool-field-trip.html" target="_blank">Lufasi Park</a></p><p>Green Fingers</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Spend more than 5k/child </p><p><br /></p><p>Landmark Kids Club</p><p>Fun Factory </p><p>Hiimpact </p><p>Emmanuel Park </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CJF8AmjlE_j/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Omu Resort</a></p><p>VR in Palms</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Free </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CizzV7Fj-4m/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Fire Station</a></p><p>Lagos State Parks</p><p>(Muri Okunola, JTT, Kanu Ndubisi, Ojota etc)</p><p>Nike art Gallery </p><p>National Stadium</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CjiJ0iGDOoy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">LVI art Gallary</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Meaningful PLAY </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CowgTQWDZpS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Mindscape Museum</a></p><p>Upbeat </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CaVTD29DQfY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Fun Ville </a></p><p>Funtasticaland</p><p>Skatecity</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Arcade Places </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CiNIjutD-xn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Funzia world </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cfmi-kKjYgR/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Froggles Play zone </a></p><p>Play Zone </p><p>Atlantic Mall</p><p>Novare Mall</p><p>Rufus & Bee</p><p><br /></p><p>New In 2023 </p><p><br /></p><p>National Theater</p><p>Blue Line</p><p>John Randle Center</p><div><br /></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-31288418962547463592023-01-11T04:13:00.003+00:002024-01-12T22:33:54.629+00:0040+ Weeks Themed based Activities || Homeschooling in Nigeria<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #112b4a; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sometimes we are stuck as parents on the activities to do with our children, well not anymore. </span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnMVFSDkMRjOPwhSIiE9sfaVa-H9sY0cxmKmS5s6U1_I88yNJiSmYcTLEOLqf7LJYFrX6JR3wfCuz5eodp7zH-ReyfDs5p2LlHO6A7AGuhvcjuJMr5U39yInR9Q7vfetGpS0SBnvlYKIYd8G9-iR4Cvb6J4OwvzDU7-dq0cY6eAg9AbPmmkvex3hBeUg/s2000/Weekly%20Themed%20Activities.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnMVFSDkMRjOPwhSIiE9sfaVa-H9sY0cxmKmS5s6U1_I88yNJiSmYcTLEOLqf7LJYFrX6JR3wfCuz5eodp7zH-ReyfDs5p2LlHO6A7AGuhvcjuJMr5U39yInR9Q7vfetGpS0SBnvlYKIYd8G9-iR4Cvb6J4OwvzDU7-dq0cY6eAg9AbPmmkvex3hBeUg/s320/Weekly%20Themed%20Activities.jpg" width="226" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #112b4a; font-size: 13px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #112b4a; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">At the cuddle blog we have put together 40+ themes on different topics each with 5 - 10 activities, books to read on each theme, and a list of materials you need for the activities. Now, all you need is your time and an enthusiastic child. These activities are tailored to children between 1 - 5 Years old.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Some Themes Covered</span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.5em; white-space: pre-wrap;"><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Animals</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Nigeria</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Valentine</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Volcanos</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Transportation</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bugs</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">STEM</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Fruits</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Life Skills</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Flowers</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Forest</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Christmas</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Easter</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Space</span></li><li style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; counter-increment: list-0 1; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; list-style-type: none; padding-left: 1.5em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rainbow</span></li></ol><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">so much more...</span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We have used this themes to Homeschool our kids in one year and I am sure your kids will love it too.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-size: 13px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(226, 232, 240); box-sizing: border-box; color: #112b4a; counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large; font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://thecuddleblog.selar.co/40WeeksThemes" target="_blank">Click this link to purchase your copy</a></span></h2>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-33295868312645064072023-01-07T11:02:00.003+00:002024-01-03T21:49:26.947+00:002022 Blog Report & Income Report || Nigerian Mum Blog <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc6FucrQKjJvPseCYFDAJP-sOVBwMSTjLRZ1fjUA3Te0WdOo4EZdwtQ06ZtvcxSGemFFT14itJpspgEcy578QJcXT5Riwa63nmpW5xxnVUp71kvpz_QqJ1vo3KbbcvmeWiLGn30QpPi5-BecYKH-Tm1MapDewFuqv4F207vSUl3MxHK5CnSMixOjK7mQ/s2000/Cuddle%20Blog%20Q1%20Media%20Kit%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc6FucrQKjJvPseCYFDAJP-sOVBwMSTjLRZ1fjUA3Te0WdOo4EZdwtQ06ZtvcxSGemFFT14itJpspgEcy578QJcXT5Riwa63nmpW5xxnVUp71kvpz_QqJ1vo3KbbcvmeWiLGn30QpPi5-BecYKH-Tm1MapDewFuqv4F207vSUl3MxHK5CnSMixOjK7mQ/s320/Cuddle%20Blog%20Q1%20Media%20Kit%20(1).jpg" width="226" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>It's that time of the year when I take stock and tell you about my blogging journey in the previous year and share my goals for the new year. </p><p>My Blogging journey in 2022 was up and down. I got some collaborations but not as much as I would love and honestly, as a Blog, I really don't just want to do blogging campaigns the way it's done in this country by doing ads and just getting briefs that sometimes you as the creator know won't work for your audience. I really wanted to get to that place where I could say no to offers that didn't align with my brand. I found my voice in 2022 and I told a brand I wasn't interested in their business if they kept stressing me the way they were, I told another brand I would only speak the truth about my experience with their products as they gave me a list of words they wanted me to say. I only said the ones that were true about my own experience with the product. I could do that because I have another source of income and I wasn't desperate for their money and it was just a plus. I wrote fewer articles in 2022 because it was my first year as a mum of 2 and I am still navigating all that it entails. </p><p>This year I am hoping to work with just brands that align with my audience and what will mean a lot to them when it comes to ads and for brand campaigns, I am hoping to work with brands who don't just want to dish out briefs and send to all the bloggers in the niche to execute the same things but actually find campaigns that are meaningful to each of the creators so they can make it theirs, I think the marketing will be more effective. For any brand that would love to work with me in that direction, I am open to discussions on brand alignment and values. </p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/01/2021-blog-report-income-report-2022.html" target="_blank">Read 2022 B</a>log recap here.</p><p>Let's talk about what was achieved last year from the post.</p><p><br /></p><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px; text-align: justify;">2022 Blog Goals: </div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px; text-align: justify;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.32px; text-align: justify;"><ol style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Continue to consistently create valuable content documenting our journey of homeschooling and life as a SAHM - </span><span style="color: red;">I won't say I achieved this because my brain was mostly fried all year. Like I was surviving each day.</span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Finish a project before March. (I will tell you all about it) - </span><span style="color: red;">I was talking about my book!! I DID even if I finished in August. Lol. Click to check it out </span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Would love to collaborate with brands and do more campaigns - </span><span style="color: red;">This didn't exactly happen but I did 2.5 campaigns with 2 major brands</span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Visit at least 40 places with Cuddles - </span><span style="color: red;">We visited 45 Places!!!! 3 States in Nigeria.</span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Relaunch my Canva course and Record the Blogging course - </span><span style="color: red;">I did NOT. Lool. I am learning how to do it better so I would work on it </span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Build our Homeschooling Community - </span><span style="color: red;">Again, this did not happen. </span></li><li style="border: none; box-sizing: border-box; list-style-position: inside; list-style-type: decimal; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222;">Get me a Manager -</span><span style="color: red;"> I worked with an assistant this year but I still can't afford to get the kind of effective person I NEED so I stopped after like 2 months.</span></li></ol><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">We still managed to post 24 Blog Posts; </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">My Goal for 2023 and my word for this blog is FOCUS. I spent too much time looking left and right at what other people were doing or not doing. These are my goals for this year.</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">1. Write 40 relevant and SEO-friendly articles in my niche (Being a stay-at-home mum and Homeschooling) </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">2. Visit 50 Places with my kids ( 4 states, 1 Country, and revisit our favorite places in Lagos) </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">3. Grow my Instagram to 30k Followers by creating relevant content. </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">4. Increase my blog stream of income by 3 - create relevant courses for my audience, get relevant ads for my blog, and Affiliate.</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">5. Start my Youtube channel and grow to 1k Subscribers. </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">6. Work with at least 5 major brands on campaigns that will mean a lot to me and my audience.</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><b><i>2022 Income report:</i></b> This is how much I earned in 2022 with my account that was at 11k - 13k Followers </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Book: N200k</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Ads: N213k </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Jumia Affiliate: N1500 </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">My expenses for my blog: I figured I should add my expenses too so it's a realistic picture but I didn't keep track of everything. </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Domain name: $17</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Email: N9,000</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Marketing: I honestly didn't keep track. </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">I made a total of <b><i>N414,000</i></b> in revenue which compared to <a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/01/2021-blog-report-income-report-2022.html" target="_blank">last year</a> is a huge leap. I look forward to what this year has to offer and I can't wait to share it all with you by the year 2024! Like I always say, the game of blogging is a long-term one but if you are consistent, it makes sense. I love that there is steady visible growth and for that I am excited. </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">If you would like to work with me this year, either to review your product, advertise your product to my audience, review your kid's play place or your family-friendly country, etc. please send an email to info@thecuddleblog.com with the subject "Request for Media Kit"</div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;">Follow me on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecuddleblog/" target="_blank">@thecuddleblog</a> and subscribe to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheCuddleBlog" target="_blank">youtube channel </a>as content will be coming your way this year! </div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="color: #222222; text-align: left;"><h4 style="color: black; font-family: Times; font-size: medium; letter-spacing: normal;"><b>Please Subscribe to my Youtube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/thecuddleblog">https://www.youtube.com/thecuddleblog</a></b></h4></div></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-53309202460823222732022-12-29T08:49:00.005+00:002023-03-05T22:09:43.386+00:006 resources that helped our homeschool journey || Homeschooling In Nigeria <p> There are a few things I bought this year that really really helped our Homeschooling journey this year.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_8cMgJDNCg2ud7tChdKho4Qp6-k21rFMp8GrF-6vJQC17GT2qtwfArKzQttABUyJZp7mqahPd9W2qlT5qJ6qnA39Qtj3XW8tAon1rL1yAmPEElnsW5vNydo6qXpdUA4qyeHfdg-hPfB2emKuxAZeZw_LOCaMK1l7J5ymMhGmflyO4mDUUJ3sbHtSz0w/s1080/Resourses%20that%20helped%20homeschooling%20cuddle%20blog.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_8cMgJDNCg2ud7tChdKho4Qp6-k21rFMp8GrF-6vJQC17GT2qtwfArKzQttABUyJZp7mqahPd9W2qlT5qJ6qnA39Qtj3XW8tAon1rL1yAmPEElnsW5vNydo6qXpdUA4qyeHfdg-hPfB2emKuxAZeZw_LOCaMK1l7J5ymMhGmflyO4mDUUJ3sbHtSz0w/s320/Resourses%20that%20helped%20homeschooling%20cuddle%20blog.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><span style="color: red; font-size: x-small;">***(This article has affiliate links, I get a commission if you purchase from the link)</span></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">1. Oraimo Bluetooth Speaker</div><div dir="auto">2. Magnet Tiles</div><div dir="auto">3. Mini "Lego" blocks</div><div dir="auto">4. Printer</div><div dir="auto">5. Display wall</div><div dir="auto">6. Scribd Subscription</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCXXLRXYr2fSbFz52VxJwL06vBcKZ_BfLqg4rux_rs_jophKdEQVKKxUxyETlo9m8EHwfFdu0awD0BpTEvYEVLrZFM6FSAB63oToTQnr7zakKMm8TrdHRsfI3JgYIKtiwFGVS00XBy7gUG3qIhyzeyLiD0OoIoXaW2ohq1Ve1_ZMt0JoVgdOU5D1kSHw/s1080/20221130001808_IMG_8302.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1072" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCXXLRXYr2fSbFz52VxJwL06vBcKZ_BfLqg4rux_rs_jophKdEQVKKxUxyETlo9m8EHwfFdu0awD0BpTEvYEVLrZFM6FSAB63oToTQnr7zakKMm8TrdHRsfI3JgYIKtiwFGVS00XBy7gUG3qIhyzeyLiD0OoIoXaW2ohq1Ve1_ZMt0JoVgdOU5D1kSHw/s320/20221130001808_IMG_8302.jpg" width="318" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">1. <a href="https://kol.jumia.com/api/click/custom/8c40096c-28bc-42c3-a2dd-eac86018d3da/306ad549-764c-349e-a497-cdd2d98c349a?r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumia.com.ng%2Foraimo-soundview-portable-wireless-speaker-106774858.html&s1=cuddleblog" target="_blank">Oraimo</a>: I loved the Oraimo speaker because, on our journey to less screen time, it came in so handy. We could listen to audiobooks, nursery rhymes, and songs without looking at a screen. The battery life is great, and the Bluetooth range is also awesome and easy to charge. It has an alarm clock too if you desire it but that's also the only downside I see to it, the alarm is not so easy to disable and it's so loud and even when it's off it rings (which I guess it's a good thing). </div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3MjObUgl6SPRvaZyNOdA2Nnq_PZhR1H7X4WHzi3SXPLvZFLl7GPr8Uv3CUfSprCkie6jgFGCzlplx_t3qvxPj7KA_xpwbn6SONwyVAlcXsRcT_PUr0PH5Q2mSc56C8WPn72CIvAmqpmRNJjiCYdLaJta1C1RvWbYuH_mUuLUluwtiw6Mem5Mt2wux3w/s4000/IMG_20220329_131520.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3MjObUgl6SPRvaZyNOdA2Nnq_PZhR1H7X4WHzi3SXPLvZFLl7GPr8Uv3CUfSprCkie6jgFGCzlplx_t3qvxPj7KA_xpwbn6SONwyVAlcXsRcT_PUr0PH5Q2mSc56C8WPn72CIvAmqpmRNJjiCYdLaJta1C1RvWbYuH_mUuLUluwtiw6Mem5Mt2wux3w/s320/IMG_20220329_131520.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br /><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">2. Magnet tiles: This has been a hit in our household because my son will spend hours building, the downside to the <a href="https://www.thecuddleblog.com/2022/04/rivetrix-toys-review.html" target="_blank">one we bought is that</a> it easily falls, but that's what is available to us here in Lagos. If you are reading this in another country I would recommend something <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09J7CW51P/?ref=idea_dp_" target="_blank">more durable.</a> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh20WpkiYEYrkloTy4rDdSlsosu5yGypBbLtglbyWx29wwgalfBDO1gXiKeqSHGGfI9GLAj3e-m1b2ZrXDh34EBL7lQ0bPFo7UkWvrlxAjcZLcJCJr1tyIK0n0x3u9NuyJ-zUmYhFYPVluF1Ja94owKm9y2RyRH6_3osD4hbVhwGJWf1U3d3__5joC3YQ/s4000/IMG_20221006_091349.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh20WpkiYEYrkloTy4rDdSlsosu5yGypBbLtglbyWx29wwgalfBDO1gXiKeqSHGGfI9GLAj3e-m1b2ZrXDh34EBL7lQ0bPFo7UkWvrlxAjcZLcJCJr1tyIK0n0x3u9NuyJ-zUmYhFYPVluF1Ja94owKm9y2RyRH6_3osD4hbVhwGJWf1U3d3__5joC3YQ/s320/IMG_20221006_091349.jpg" width="240" /></a></div></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">3. Mini "Lego" blocks: We got this from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CmqdJ22jEZj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Miniso</a> it is a huge hit hit hit, they have different variations, some are small and some are tiny - we have the 2. I can't tell you how many more hours he spent playing with this. The only downside to it is, if you have younger children then pieces are so small and a choking hazard, my older child had to either close himself up in a room to play with it or pack it up as soon as his sibling shows up. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinHMuGOjAehptMqV2XoJczAr0GFPs67q6Dg_ZKELeu_2NZC7Voq2RrNpmSpfvIzcEYGL2u9mrpT-Pgsu5MrqfTZcYJ6oJH2BC8VmnNHkaz6G-Jfg2OGkdUwx7PKyonYAn0CmVAyOFQexCPLtl4Ozb9X-n1OlxWVcVxyXTsnOCAXdF-xtYqKxJjGVtPJA/s4000/IMG_20221012_110851.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinHMuGOjAehptMqV2XoJczAr0GFPs67q6Dg_ZKELeu_2NZC7Voq2RrNpmSpfvIzcEYGL2u9mrpT-Pgsu5MrqfTZcYJ6oJH2BC8VmnNHkaz6G-Jfg2OGkdUwx7PKyonYAn0CmVAyOFQexCPLtl4Ozb9X-n1OlxWVcVxyXTsnOCAXdF-xtYqKxJjGVtPJA/s320/IMG_20221012_110851.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwiIVe_KhmSKijq7rcIfrZnVdW1LvgIWJ86-aLYffEX7gcoNfUl4KLGpLGBVupsjL2ECHqniJvmyMpcqBUoyYBhamhChzY73UCiD78wBqbCJRHP8UF74f51iqfkADAZPmVfu0wivZ-CUi75xluYzjTzVl61K6wiLTQ0fp55Q3yOuBa6GnSCT_JT4xLug/s4000/IMG_20221013_075758.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwiIVe_KhmSKijq7rcIfrZnVdW1LvgIWJ86-aLYffEX7gcoNfUl4KLGpLGBVupsjL2ECHqniJvmyMpcqBUoyYBhamhChzY73UCiD78wBqbCJRHP8UF74f51iqfkADAZPmVfu0wivZ-CUi75xluYzjTzVl61K6wiLTQ0fp55Q3yOuBa6GnSCT_JT4xLug/s320/IMG_20221013_075758.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg25RtQTLOT2V-kKuqnj3q1ylAmfpM9XKbR7sQAsclUSImrEfYzl16qh0YSzEDk06qd_VdS46LM5ER4eF14mn-NV4Y1NcBhiUS0ibIYcWdn-VPq0GaXUO27Lk0kE5YjFVYXyHzTumzBm1cTyXKymlggbWDyfiQSfW5GPiGRfOG6M8UhvKtSOT744uAJVg/s4000/IMG_20221013_081216.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg25RtQTLOT2V-kKuqnj3q1ylAmfpM9XKbR7sQAsclUSImrEfYzl16qh0YSzEDk06qd_VdS46LM5ER4eF14mn-NV4Y1NcBhiUS0ibIYcWdn-VPq0GaXUO27Lk0kE5YjFVYXyHzTumzBm1cTyXKymlggbWDyfiQSfW5GPiGRfOG6M8UhvKtSOT744uAJVg/s320/IMG_20221013_081216.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">4. Printer: Our <a href="https://kol.jumia.com/api/click/custom/8c40096c-28bc-42c3-a2dd-eac86018d3da/306ad549-764c-349e-a497-cdd2d98c349a?r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumia.com.ng%2Fhp-deskjet-2320-all-in-one-printer-121138564.html&s1=cuddleblog" target="_blank">Hp printer</a> was a huge resource that helped our homeschool journey this year. I'm not a very big fan or worksheets and I don't use them alot but I found myself printing so much this year. The printer came in handy. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheyZieKJs7xODvf39Ky4eJtxvVXVekebh5m33sVN10kh6f2X_o9ufPzVsWmMFUjlfuDhgYCsJQvJOAQgavjx9ISnv5pRSzw73DDlrlzPcK8ZafIIbcfNfdb2wsYZXHq3FjOStL3nRz0vV4r4f__gXiyor2re7uYZ4wXgXgrZSsGwSQW0WUORBb16HAFw/s4000/IMG_20221001_090530.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheyZieKJs7xODvf39Ky4eJtxvVXVekebh5m33sVN10kh6f2X_o9ufPzVsWmMFUjlfuDhgYCsJQvJOAQgavjx9ISnv5pRSzw73DDlrlzPcK8ZafIIbcfNfdb2wsYZXHq3FjOStL3nRz0vV4r4f__gXiyor2re7uYZ4wXgXgrZSsGwSQW0WUORBb16HAFw/s320/IMG_20221001_090530.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">5. Display Well: I don't know if I can categorize this as a resource but we did our display wall this year, high enough for it not to be reached by my youngest but low enough to be seen by everyone! I loved changing things up, showing our work for the week, and switching it up when the week was over. It was an absolute treat. My son looked forward to it and he could get a sense of what was happening. I got the basket circle thing in <b>Maryland cane market.</b></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">6. Scribd Subscriptions: We have a family Scribd that we have used to listen to books for everyone, Hubby, the kids, and I. There is something for everyone. Use <a href="https://www.scribd.com/ga/83b5xw" target="_blank">this link to get</a> your first 2 months free. </div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">We had a great homeschool year, looking forward to the 2023 homeschool year.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><i>What has been your 2022 favorite homeschooling resource? </i></h3><div dir="auto"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;" /></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b>Please Subscribe to my Youtube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/thecuddleblog">https://www.youtube.com/thecuddleblog</a></b></h4>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-61858981509351748482022-11-16T13:56:00.000+00:002022-11-16T13:56:05.482+00:00Homeschooling Conversations 2022: The Making <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9MviAtaedlLyeyBs213ntXnDu0zUe_S_P-KtbHeJ4WB6Cm6K3P6P9-m0js8p-FaKJPq4sbSJum-wfq3z49SoG1HrojJ3IcHymjj5m-43KlfZBSVNe2UM5442jEqMH8ERBTh3DxTpRusgwNI2hI9Mx-QszhvLJkaQuavhVdoOIg3sQOWbDP6gIWsIRbQ/s2000/Full%20Picture.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9MviAtaedlLyeyBs213ntXnDu0zUe_S_P-KtbHeJ4WB6Cm6K3P6P9-m0js8p-FaKJPq4sbSJum-wfq3z49SoG1HrojJ3IcHymjj5m-43KlfZBSVNe2UM5442jEqMH8ERBTh3DxTpRusgwNI2hI9Mx-QszhvLJkaQuavhVdoOIg3sQOWbDP6gIWsIRbQ/s320/Full%20Picture.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>This year's Homeschooling Conversations has been one for the books in a good and not-so-good way. </p><p>It was one of the hardest events to put together for me and initially, I thought it was because i've generally had a tough year with the addition of another baby but I soon realized that it was more than that. I had the least support in terms of volunteers, monetary donations & sponsorship this year, so there was the financial burden I had to carry and decisions to make as to what was important to keep or let go of. </p><p>I decided to charge a 500 ticket fee for this year's event because I wanted to have people committed to attending the event but less1 month before the event a huge chunk of people were still having issues with the payment platform, I had to make the decision to either spend the time with support trying to sort it out or conserve my energy and scrape the payment altogether and the latter is what I did. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSnG7tEMBiSe8OURDY_I6zhPqA-c3UdV8F2uwH47Nu5LMzCT7e8_yjiRioEcbVWKe19xWXmEw7eHGgM5NdCqnecDQm3_msox9xA0oHswcJGKZeatDydUG7-4dycMlG8qertDXZiIP9hijovE3oPxEObPdzOGz3yPq2FpKs7ll-5RyXbs76u_cuzDl0bA/s4000/IMG_20221112_093405.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSnG7tEMBiSe8OURDY_I6zhPqA-c3UdV8F2uwH47Nu5LMzCT7e8_yjiRioEcbVWKe19xWXmEw7eHGgM5NdCqnecDQm3_msox9xA0oHswcJGKZeatDydUG7-4dycMlG8qertDXZiIP9hijovE3oPxEObPdzOGz3yPq2FpKs7ll-5RyXbs76u_cuzDl0bA/s320/IMG_20221112_093405.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The challenges faced didn't mean there was no help in the midst of it all, a friend of mine helped to reduce the cost of the venue we used from 600k to 150k by talking to her Boss for us. Someone gave me 50k to add to the payment for the venue. About 3 days before the event someone sent me 80k the exact amount we needed to do a very minimal decoration to make the place look nice just, we were able to get an affordable Livestream person after initially getting a bill of over 300k, after not doing product photography jobs for a while I got some jobs that could help me cover some of the costs and so on all of these seemingly little big things gave me the courage to keep going. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpbdG4iry1jGBu00hN3ENkBMM3qFcCnixh8CFrbfrzuwuYytBNja1WswhsiCgH3VR8CQmt8YNhrIWIx6gTJaIzvpjnmzmu0YbvsXStD8hUVRZd7qXpgyGgIUaMzTkNEK5l1F4Pq8Ke0YvgkVIyCOaUHCkqI0GdM4fj7UHFe4PvurMxcGn1xcIagUKsDw/s4000/IMG_20221112_114946.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpbdG4iry1jGBu00hN3ENkBMM3qFcCnixh8CFrbfrzuwuYytBNja1WswhsiCgH3VR8CQmt8YNhrIWIx6gTJaIzvpjnmzmu0YbvsXStD8hUVRZd7qXpgyGgIUaMzTkNEK5l1F4Pq8Ke0YvgkVIyCOaUHCkqI0GdM4fj7UHFe4PvurMxcGn1xcIagUKsDw/s320/IMG_20221112_114946.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />A few days before the event while trying to send emails to everyone with links for the event I realized that the form didn't collect email addresses and at the time we had over 200 people registered. I was so confused for context this is the same form I have used for 4 years, I didn't change anything just duplicated it and changed the year, so how the "email" column went missing is still a mystery to me to date. Thankfully, phone numbers were collected and I quickly went to work getting a good Bulk SMS platform to help send text messages with the link and my friend Ruth helped me to send a follow-up message.<p></p><p><br /></p><p>On the day of the event, I woke up excited and I would say everything went smoothly for Day 1, my excitement spilled into Day 2 with so much nervousness because it was physical and so many moving parts which also meant after I do ALL I know to do, MANY things could go wrong. We were ready for the slated 10am but then one of the speakers was in traffic, the attendees came late too so we had to move the event by an hour. </p><p><br /></p><p>We could only send messages to the limited phone numbers and emails we had and of course, some people sent me messages to ask, some called and it all just made me agitated, sad, and upset. We started and things were going smoothly up until the middle of the event and the internet in the hall stopped working which interrupted the Livestream. We were all looking for alternatives and all till it was finally sorted. Hardly sat down throughout the event, just monitoring the Livestream and making sure one more thing doesn't go wrong. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipXs93asCTUKTL9l_6DCBr-uhHEWnJDUkpdMJHKDSjFwfooDjpqaL_7aV-Og87AiNPpGmZVatQm2Qq0vW_LKW3pTiU5vTSiw-eOxz1ZqbNFbTqqC8JYIbDhdve9z567fi6NRsjRubodtLQm6rwEG2WlFdll5BFGjSsFqIbTzH8eLOoRj73JtQIr_cUag/s4000/IMG_20221112_144549.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipXs93asCTUKTL9l_6DCBr-uhHEWnJDUkpdMJHKDSjFwfooDjpqaL_7aV-Og87AiNPpGmZVatQm2Qq0vW_LKW3pTiU5vTSiw-eOxz1ZqbNFbTqqC8JYIbDhdve9z567fi6NRsjRubodtLQm6rwEG2WlFdll5BFGjSsFqIbTzH8eLOoRj73JtQIr_cUag/s320/IMG_20221112_144549.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>I was the last speaker for the day and if you by chance listened to the presentation, I was not on my A game at all, I was so sad at that point at how everything went that I kept repeating most of my words and all the things I prepared in my mind just flew out the window. </p><p><br /></p><p>I met a number of people that day too and I am grateful for every single person that came that day. </p><p><br /></p><p>When I got home that night, I couldn't hold back the tears, I cried about how difficult it was to put the event together, I cried about how my expectations were shattered by the number of people that didn't show up for the event, I cried for the physical pain and tiredness my body felt, I cried for the sacrifice. I cried because I could finally exhale. </p><p><br /></p><p>My husband was there to give me some perspective and remind me why I started in the first place. </p><p>I had to log off my social media for a bit to gain some clarity because I started questioning and doubting myself and why I was doing what I was doing and ultimately weighing if it was worth it all. </p><p><br /></p><p>I've spent some time resting and gaining clarity and while I don't know what the future holds I am positive that all the past conversations we've had was worth it and I am grateful for everyone that contributed one way or another. </p><p><br /></p><p>Ruth </p><p>Lois </p><p>Tobi</p><p>Chinwe </p><p>Mercy </p><p>Mercy </p><p>youreverygirl </p><p>Adekemi </p><p>Chiamaka </p><p>Deji </p><p>Chioma </p><p>Toyin </p><p>Nkechi </p><p><br /></p><p>Your contribution made a difference in bringing the event to life. I am hopeful that in spite of all the challenges everything is working out for good. </p><p>You can catch the replay for the 2022 Homeschooling Conversations below: </p><p><br /></p><p>Full Day 1: <a href="https://youtu.be/SeSUBRwj5Eo" target="_blank">Here</a></p><p>Full Day 2: <a href="https://youtu.be/sMqWQ0TrtxU" target="_blank">Here</a></p><p>Playlist of the different sessions: <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0CM8tAkuaSDrIfzlJUAGQdg9HvzE3hMN" target="_blank">Here </a></p><p>If you joined the event and you have feedback please leave a comment or send an email to thecuddleblog@gmail.com </p><p>Thank you.</p>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-77548380304515338142022-11-16T13:41:00.002+00:002022-11-16T13:41:15.256+00:00Interview with Babbles on being a stay at home mum <p>Earlier in the year, I was featured on a TV Program called Babbles. Here is the interview Enjoy </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ROnSUb8O7XE" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-65765436536847980212022-10-15T22:28:00.003+01:002022-11-04T11:05:01.287+00:00I was on TV talking about Homeschooling <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWEcuFebu7dLksdRddJFVMT5YkD6fWhjqehv_V7H9L22NZAUyCfMouvN7jHUJKcjmwVFkRxJK54BpGd23L-N4wd8WqvSPWRGzDol0VQDnRk7TOcGia5aFHQkyIexSsvYjs0yTuN3BT2uSQokBhuDmE-UC4IzjzELkzmHhSJK9l6mRXbcbnat5UzbS5xA/s4000/IMG_20221004_115855.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWEcuFebu7dLksdRddJFVMT5YkD6fWhjqehv_V7H9L22NZAUyCfMouvN7jHUJKcjmwVFkRxJK54BpGd23L-N4wd8WqvSPWRGzDol0VQDnRk7TOcGia5aFHQkyIexSsvYjs0yTuN3BT2uSQokBhuDmE-UC4IzjzELkzmHhSJK9l6mRXbcbnat5UzbS5xA/s320/IMG_20221004_115855.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SRXffOGTlg4" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2139593864427332754.post-51478237456759143582022-09-26T10:00:00.001+01:002022-11-04T11:06:45.936+00:00Skating Rink in Abuja Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqIBwAm-qM7fgMlAMEIy0iiGITyxCzK8j8P0bygt0H3efT4Njs9-o8j7-NY5Xy7t89nSAmvq_HvYSfYNqHJpCUBH8YiKMzv0YhIIgfmZ-KXX5hItUbDff5NVuW_07yuzuaFFnv7aTZYDg3Xfuxjhtv3aOdHbTD69_lHQ1nX6T5xz9cTbtbvjc1iBJtQ/s4000/IMG_20220505_120308.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnqIBwAm-qM7fgMlAMEIy0iiGITyxCzK8j8P0bygt0H3efT4Njs9-o8j7-NY5Xy7t89nSAmvq_HvYSfYNqHJpCUBH8YiKMzv0YhIIgfmZ-KXX5hItUbDff5NVuW_07yuzuaFFnv7aTZYDg3Xfuxjhtv3aOdHbTD69_lHQ1nX6T5xz9cTbtbvjc1iBJtQ/w195-h260/IMG_20220505_120308.jpg" width="195" /></a></div><div><br /></div> We chose to go to a skating rink because Cuddles is interested and he had been skating with my sister's oversized skaters in the house. <p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivAhmzIwEL1w1QkZevazjexGhFio6aEBHvmShLsFOD7nxAAkFZXz9Ot3WSYcZ07xn9E8rTlEdP9PEfOQs2GnDRgdY19R0mdT-BSYy34rHCzopY_ZBkbqzPk7-Xw2AhiOtTVBkGz6k7KknIM4PleTeC8o1GiwUikXSklDVT0szMCIevJg4irLWa4ZbC6A/s4000/IMG_20220505_120909.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivAhmzIwEL1w1QkZevazjexGhFio6aEBHvmShLsFOD7nxAAkFZXz9Ot3WSYcZ07xn9E8rTlEdP9PEfOQs2GnDRgdY19R0mdT-BSYy34rHCzopY_ZBkbqzPk7-Xw2AhiOtTVBkGz6k7KknIM4PleTeC8o1GiwUikXSklDVT0szMCIevJg4irLWa4ZbC6A/w190-h253/IMG_20220505_120909.jpg" width="190" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilM4oh6Yd1vaRfpBpil7vv-pdOI0T6qF7TLIOUDoH6Ieg4Q2fvOHgyUAM5KZMgZU7aHzVbvQ_pluqSQpExVn7pblS-mo9NiQ0dgYyTWOOOnClfy1YE8SNxgeiaaIj4rbZ7Js0O0j9TZA2JIKHcgh1yFxO7veRzoHM-CZd1yRjtJLa9PKHHIi_UpWRnnw/s4000/IMG_20220505_120959.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilM4oh6Yd1vaRfpBpil7vv-pdOI0T6qF7TLIOUDoH6Ieg4Q2fvOHgyUAM5KZMgZU7aHzVbvQ_pluqSQpExVn7pblS-mo9NiQ0dgYyTWOOOnClfy1YE8SNxgeiaaIj4rbZ7Js0O0j9TZA2JIKHcgh1yFxO7veRzoHM-CZd1yRjtJLa9PKHHIi_UpWRnnw/w182-h243/IMG_20220505_120959.jpg" width="182" /></a></p><p>My sister found us one on IG. Not much to say really, just note that the place is not accurate on the Map. You can give them a call to get the right place once you enter the estate. </p><p><br /></p><p>Cuddles had fun. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWz-TSdUM4p-iOmfKNN8D1U9SgzWQPMnjR3syjMRNxZxVX09UJBNKX2rZmHkNI4ZbUO6Escpkx4KOi7EkYXTzsm_oOJghgD1QMW0QVSZQMaau51POa0M_0PgJbC1ZV4MLfp9RbiBugF3wCi2xp3vG6euhQ47eT-mP6YNAPItiP020K-h3mib0clbpMZw/s4000/IMG_20220505_125002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWz-TSdUM4p-iOmfKNN8D1U9SgzWQPMnjR3syjMRNxZxVX09UJBNKX2rZmHkNI4ZbUO6Escpkx4KOi7EkYXTzsm_oOJghgD1QMW0QVSZQMaau51POa0M_0PgJbC1ZV4MLfp9RbiBugF3wCi2xp3vG6euhQ47eT-mP6YNAPItiP020K-h3mib0clbpMZw/s320/IMG_20220505_125002.jpg" width="240" /></a></p><p><b><i>Prices: </i></b></p><p>3,500/child Training for one hour, they give you socks and skaters. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAJ-o5-ntEU_qUKO7Kvdv9WyBYWO_1cquR7gvO5l3gY_78HbAMn93OxoulMNLnPHkvL0JWsOoh8_JTUwRj0L5taqRqO7ZkAAy3xHuB3nn_P14eXR3ryz-saIj4VFE5-B-hDP1WL0vD6AOrfssb_6RffW-D28aGDxibplKkTlWvY-JwByL9p9hagkXd8w/s4000/IMG_20220505_121530.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHATKgIMVvXPZyoNCR1HaVsZGIIy5b9y3Gd20JtYiGQnzF2rs8HYfawybHUgkJSIOMVfPui2RHVjzO56fGjbOg7a1AxpJD54lxFrzX44N5MCoXepLM38sH7G3jHUIV_1xph5ySBjtHOLk9cAHktdJRBA3zgs0NitxMFxlA6_pdPHHsi7ExMxoNRYyu0Q/w176-h235/IMG_20220505_122043.jpg" width="176" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZ4yXtynrYS1i_VLbZit-REljpRvo72OZfBTJ7IQ6om3xpajW3WNWMD5-tWcyPigI23mhoM9OQMpl0ojRu6Z1aA1EgORBm8H_ja4JUNEUTgL3042s_pWH_X0Sqek7ihN8T-8_P72aR_-EQin20JswUptUtTgPdXjRcnYYR3mpiK1GuAuJxjBG6rQ66A/s4000/IMG_20220505_125103.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="230" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZ4yXtynrYS1i_VLbZit-REljpRvo72OZfBTJ7IQ6om3xpajW3WNWMD5-tWcyPigI23mhoM9OQMpl0ojRu6Z1aA1EgORBm8H_ja4JUNEUTgL3042s_pWH_X0Sqek7ihN8T-8_P72aR_-EQin20JswUptUtTgPdXjRcnYYR3mpiK1GuAuJxjBG6rQ66A/w173-h230/IMG_20220505_125103.jpg" width="173" /></a></p><p>Their page gives the other list but know that it's for one hour although they wrote "daily" on the rates. The hour is usually enough. </p><p><br /></p><p>Cuddly loves: 3/5</p>Tomi Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10277786965734824413noreply@blogger.com0