BusyBodyBook Blog

Addicted to BusyBodyBook!

One year later, I'm COMPLETELY addicted to my BusyBodyBook and just ordered
my second one. 

Thank you so much for developing such a valuable resource for families!

Best,
Jessica McFadden
A Parent In Silver Spring

WOW! A RAVE review of our New '09 Wall Calendar!

BusyBodyBook is always receiving rave reviews but when this came up in my Google Alerts for our newest addition to our family of organizers, the 2009 BBB Wall Calendar, I just had to brag share:

Root & Sprout™ Archives

BusyBodyBook Wall Calendar

December 1, 2008 at 5:30 pm · Filed under Reviews ·Tagged Busy Body Book, BusyBodyBook, Reviews

reviewed by Lis Garrett

In September’s edition of Root & Sprout was included a review of the 2008-2009 BusyBodyBook organizer. And while my organizer has become an invaluable instrument in planning and organizing the intertwining of my family’s hectic schedules, sometimes it’s more convenient for me to quickly turn to a full-sized calendar, especially when it’s hanging on the wall right next to my telephone.   

In the intent of full disclosure, I love calendars. I don’t think I’ve ever used a calendar I didn’t like. However, I’ve caught myself thinking of ways in which each calendar could use some amount improvement in overall practicality. Never have I seen a wall calendar quite like what BusyBodyBook has to offer, however, and even though it lacks the beautiful landscape photography shot on and around Cornell University’s campus (as does my current calendar), it’s far superior in function.  

Open it up, and you are greeted with 2009-2010 at a glance, as well as a listing of 2009 holidays. Unlike traditional wall calendars, however, that feature one month per page, the BusyBodyBook calendar is sub-divided in two-week increments. Furthermore, the calendar features a seven-column grid to help keep track of every member of your family, so there’s no more trying to cram everyone’s activities in one little box. Also included on each page is space for writing notes, as well as a three-month calendar view; after all, it’s handy to be able to refer to the previous month, as well as see what’s in store for the future. 

What I like most about the 2009 BusyBodyBook wall calendar, however, is what’s included in the very back. On every previous calendar I’ve owned, I’ve been forced to write appointments in the margin for events that were to take place the following year. Many a trip to the dentist was almost missed, because I had accidentally overlooked my microscopic side notes. No more! The 2009 BusyBodyBook has an entire page dedicated to the next year with ample space for writing. In addition, there are pages to record birthdays and anniversaries and space to write emergency contact information, as well as numbers for friends and family.   

How to use the 2009 BusyBodyBook wall calendar:  

The seven-column grid makes scheduling a large family much easier. However, you can also use the columns to plan meals, keep track of projects, or to manage chores. Anything goes!

Lis Garrett is the senior editor and a contributing writer for Root & Sprout. You can connect with her on Root & Sprout’s social networking site.

image courtesy About Your Time, LLC

Thanks Lis, for such a glowing review!

The Silicon Valley MOMS Group Road Trip To Blogher - Off and running.

Check THIS out.

On the way to the 2008 BlogHer Convention in San Francisco will be 5  SVMOM contributor blogger moms in a Chevy Tahoe Hybrid SUV (sans kiddies and dads.) Lots of funny stuff blogged about, video'd and promoted and amplified by Typepad. They start in Virginia and make their way through the country to San Fran. Follow them all the way as they blog cross country to the place where they learn more  blog-how-to,
party some,
meet up,
party more
and
party some more.

I'm a big blog loser - wasn't invited but BusyBodyBook is in their infamous swag bags!

Maybe they'll actually put pencil to paper on the way home in their new BBBs that they "road test."

Happy, safe trails to all!

More BBB Blog lovers! (I'm SUCH a PR Pig!)

October Love

Joan, My own BBB has been in heavy use for 3 weeks - I think I'm hooked (I usually start strong with planners and then fizzle). I don't know what my average time is - I did okay last year.  I don't ever totally abandon a planner, but as far as daily/weekly use, this one is fairing pretty well. 

I think that one issue is that (now) I have more to keep track of, and the 5 columns definitely encourage me to use that as my ONE go-to resource.  I think another problem I've had is keeping lists/goals/menu plans in various places, and with BBB's format, there's just no reason to go anywhere else!

Jennifer Donovan
5 Minutes for Mom

Jennifer's Snapshot blog

               

              Aug '07 - Sept '08

                 Back to School                                          

                                           

                    Jan - Dec 2008

MMMMMMMMMMMMM

" I like the pockets, it's affordable, more room to write and I LOVE the tear away to do lists!  That's just the beginning!

Another thing I was getting feedback about and love, which makes me want to get them for friends: THE REMINDERS!!! Back to school, Prepare for spring, Prepare taxes, organize & store decorations! put your feet up. The reminders to even organize not just store! Are you a genius or what????"

Heather Douglass
Mom in the Know
www.Momintheknow.blogspot.com

BLOGHER '07 Conference: How to Blog Better!

This weekend BlogHer '07, "The community for women who blog" held their annual conference in Chicago. All serious blogging ladies attended (those that were able to tear themselves away from their other important mommy schedules - thank you all Dads and family who spent the weekend with the kids).

Yahoo! hosted SVMoms at a Friday night "kick-off" party and from the looks of the preliminary pictures that Beth Blecherman (TechMamas) posted, all seemed to be having a great time meeting their sister site blogging moms of ChicagoMoms. I can't wait to see the official pics posted. Name Tags were somewhat obscured in the first round and I would love to finally 'meet' all of the ardent blogging fans and supporters of BBB who continue to help us spread the word.

I did not attend. As you can see, know, my primary work responsibility is kicking off the new season's editions of BusyBodyBook, which, BTW, attended the Yahoo! party without me! We were invited to contribute copies to the attendees of the party for their "Swag Bag" (anyone know the derivation of the name of this, AKA Goody Bag?).

Anyway, kudos to ALL the mommy bloggers, everywhere, for keeping us other moms tuned in to everything we need to know about anything, anywhere in the world. Can't remember the last time I was able to read a newspaper cover to cover!