The Dot Com Woman.
Vol. 1, Issue 20
The Official Ezine of
'Dot Com Women'
EVEolution On Web
05.08.2003
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| Editor's Note
Hello Friends! I
cannot believe how fast things move. I sent out the first
issue of this ezine less than 5 months back....and the ezine
is being sent to 834 subscribers today! Speaking of
fast, the month of July sure whizzed past! The Dot Com
Mommies Contest was a great success and now is the time for
Prizes and Winners! Check out the winners at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/dcm/winners.html
Our new contest
'Moments With Mom' is now awaiting your entries for the most
memorable moment with your mother at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/contest1.shtml . The forums
are in full swing and everyone is glad to be back and
chatting. Join us at the forums at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/forums
Let's get on with
the ezine now:-))
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Contents:
1. What's Hot at DCW
2. Business & Entertainment
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Card Exchange Program* *
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Special Offer for You
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Parenting Q&A
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From the Forums
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Let's Talk Business
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Fashion
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Beauty
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Contests
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Congratulations to LYNN TERRY,
our Dot Com Woman of the month for August. For a woman who
sold everything to open an electronic shop with her husband, only to
be left alone when the business took off, Lynn is, at the age of 30,
unusually popular, successful and at peace with her life. She enjoys
being a single mother to two kids and sharing joys and sorrows with
her 91 year old Grandmother over a cup of coffee.
How did this dynamic woman start her journey towards
success at a point where most of us give up. Know more about the inspiring story of her
life at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/dcw.shtml
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 DOT COM MOMMIES CONTEST
WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
The complete list of Winners can be found at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/dcm/winners.html
CONGRATULATIONS to all Winners!! And
a big thank you to all participants, sponsors and everyone who
helped in promoting and making this contest a big success. ALL
PARTICIPANTS GET FREE PRIZES and will be notified by email.
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Moments with Mom Contest
Share with us your most memorable moment with your
Mother and win a
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Price Value:
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Details and entry forms at
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CARD EXCHANGE PROGRAM
LAST DATE TODAY!
Sign up for the Snail Mail Greeting Card Exchange
at 'Dot Com Women'!!
More Info, FAQ's and Signup form -
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/card.shtml
Any more questions? E-Mail me at
latabudhrani@dotcomwomen.com with 'Card Exchange' in the
subject.
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PARENTING Q&A
Q. My 3 year old daughter is being very
stubborn about using the potty. I know she is capable of knowing
when she has to go and holding it long enough to get to a toilet,
but she refuses. I have even caught her peeing on her toys just in
spite of using the toilet! What can I do?
Jacky Gamble
Kelly Answers: Your daughter sounds like she wants to
be in control. At the age of three, there are just a few things
that she can really be in control of ...
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Q. I am having a problem with my 8 y/o
daughter and 7 y/0 son. My son just adores his older sister and
wants to play with her and be next to her all day. My daughter,
however, just barely tolerates him and is frequently quite harsh and
mean to him, which causes them to start arguing.
I'm am pulling my hair out and feel like our house
is a battle zone. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Tammy DePew
Kelly Answers:
It is important that you give your daughter some time each day to
herself when she...Read
More
Do you have a question for Kelly? Send in your
question at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/parenting\parenting_question.shtml
Your name can be kept anonymous if you choose to.
FROM THE FORUMS
Catch on these topics at the Forums:
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by AllAboutWeddings (Forum: Ezines/Newsletters)
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At Home Mommy's is seeking sponsors... - by
Jacky (Forum: Contest Sponsors)
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Summer Layout Contest for Scrap bookers -
by J Nelson Arts (Forum: Contests)
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Interesting Marketing Ideas - by Jacky
(Forum: Marketing)
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Meet DCW Founder Lata - by Lata (Forum:
Introduce Yourself)
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Excellent salad dressing - by Mother
(Forum: Food & Recipes)
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Fitness and Kids - by Jacky (Forum:
Fitness)
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AceHTML , HTML editor - by Judy (Forum:
Freebies)
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Free set of Engraved Toasting Flutes - by
AllAboutWeddings (Forum: Contests)
Join the Discussion! Register FR^EE at
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LET'S TALK BUSINESS
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FASHION
Swimsuit Care
Swimming is a favorite sport of mine. And do I love my Cool Blue
'Sporty' Swimsuit! After all, Summer is the time for sun, fun and
swimming. But don't forget to take good care of your swimsuits. Here
are some tips I found useful:
1) After swimming in the ocean or the pool, always rinse your
swimsuit with regular tap water. In doing so, you will eliminate
most of the salt and chlorine which are the principle chemicals that
affect the Nylon and spandex fibers. From time to time, you should
also HAND WASH (never in a washing machine even at gentle cycle)
your suit with a cool water liquid detergent (like Zero or Woolite).
Never use bleach!
2) It is highly recommended that you HANG DRY your swimsuit.
Make sure that it is dried in an artificially lit environment
(regular home lighting will do fine) and not outside or the
clothesline. The sun naturally causes colored fabrics to fade.
3) Avoid putting your swimsuit away until it is completely dry.
If it is stored while still wet or humid, it could become
discolored. For the same reason avoid leaving it in a bag or a damp
towel.
4) When applying oil based sun tan lotions, minimize direct
contact with your swimsuit as the oils naturally cause the
swimsuit elastics to breakdown.
BEAUTY
FOOT CARE
Ok...I promised last
time that I would give you some essential tips on your SHOES. Here
they are. Keep these in mind when buying new shoes.
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Feet size If you have 1 foot
bigger than the other (very common), your shoe must always fit the
bigger foot. Our feet size changes as we grow older.
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Timing Shoe fitting is best
done late in the afternoon or in the evening when your foot is at
it's largest.
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Shoe size Different shoe
manufacturers vary their shoe sizes, so try them on before buying &
don't be tempted to grab that last pair on the shelf that is not
your size.
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Shoe style Refrain from buying
shoes that are very pointed or narrow at the front, it could force
not just the toes but the whole foot to ache terribly.
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Right fit Wear shoes that fit
nicely onto your foot. Make sure there is a gap infront of your
toes, wide enough for your toes to wriggle. Your heel must rest
securely on the shoe heel. A good pair of shoes must give support &
offer comfort to your feet.
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High vs Low High heels make
you taller, attractive perhaps but they can be a problem unlike the
low heels that are less damaging & safer. Nevertheless, if it's
impossible to separate you from high heels, be sure the shank is
strong & stable enough to support your weight.
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Leather Still well loved
despite competition from rubber & plastic. Leather shoes when worn
long enough conforms to every part of your feet even the shape of
your toes!
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Buying sports shoes Put on a
pair of socks that you would usually wear before trying on any of
the shoes -
1. Walking - Has to be lightweight, gives good support & provides an
adequate space between foot & shoe.
2. Running - Must offer good support & cushioning. Walking shoes are
not meant for running.
3. Hiking- Wear hiking shoes when you are going hiking. Choose
light-weight type for non-treacherous route.
CONTESTS
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Concierge
Win a pampering
gift-set comprising of Shower Gel, body lotion, 2 soaps and a
candle in a tin in a passionfruit and papaya scent. All
contestants need to do is visit the given page and answer the
easy question on there, which is relevant to the prize and
e-mail the answer to
jo@avirtualconcierge.co.uk before 30 September. The contest
is open to the residents of EU, USA and Canada etc.
http://www.avirtualconcierge.co.uk/brides_page.php
Heart Filled baskets Hunt
Its a scavenger hunt.! Each contestant
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the contest questions. The contest runs from July 1, 2003 to July
30, 2003. The winner is picked randomly. See our website for all of
the contest rules.
http://www.heartfilledbaskets.com/contestrules.shtml
SEE MORE
CONTESTS AT
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/contests.shtml
If you have a contest going on, send
me the details and I will publish it on the Contests page.
Send me your entries at
lata@dotcomwomen.com Subject - Contest Listings.
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Come and meet me at the
forums! I would love to meet you all. Join me at
http://www.dotcomwomen.com/forums
C' Ya next week, (or at
the forums, before that!)
Lata Budhrani.
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