SouthlakeMoms

meet our contributors

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  Sarah Close

  Sarah Close lives in Southlake with her husband, two daughters, one son, two dogs, one cat, and an empty (and much cleaner) fish tank. Sarah is a graduate of Stanford University with over fourteen years’ experience in marketing writing and editing, corporate journalism, and creative strategizing for high-tech companies. Last year, she co-founded Full Cycle Creative, a new marketing communications business, which keeps her busy writing and designing Web sites—but her number one priority is always her family. Elusive free moments are spent Facebooking (yes, it’s a verb now), volunteering on a committee somewhere, or helping her husband launch a company centered on his primary passion: beer. Catch up with Sarah and her family at www.reallyclose.com. Or visit her company at www.fullcyclecreative.com.
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  Samantha Conner

  In my “past life” I earned a degree in Education at TCU and taught elementary school. But these days, I am working as a super stay-at-home-mom with a serious craft addiction. During naptime, I am an avid blogger, runner, and nester. My blog is the place where I chronicle my journey in homemaking and sell my fabulous handmade bows, tutus, and hair accessories. I have a loving husband and two young daughters. Their enthusiasm and support is what drives my creativity in home decor, unique crafts, party planning, holiday fun, and all things girly. I am dedicated to creating a warm, loving home for my family. And to me, that means a lot of 'crafty how-to’ projects along the way. I believe that life can be more fabulous with the use of polka dots, tulle, ribbon and rhinestones! I hope you enjoy sharing in our adventures and that I can inspire you to 'get crafty' in your own home. Follow my crafting journey at craftytexasgirls.blogspot.com
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  Rhonda Sargent Chambers

  Rhonda, a former model and owner of RSC Show Productions in Dallas, Texas. She transitioned from being a full-time Kim Dawson model since the age of 15, to fashion show production with the creation of RSC Show Productions, in 2001. Rhonda is an event producer, fashion trend expert and speaker in the fashion community for over 30 years. She and her husband Kit have been together for almost 25 years. This busy mom’s schedule is somewhat flexible since she owns her own business, but it’s the couple’s two boys, Callahan, 13, and Ford, 11, who now shape Rhonda’s daily routine. She is active in the community both personally and professionally, giving her time to organizations such as; Children’s Cancer Fund, Mane Gait Therapeutic Riding Center, Child Abuse Prevention Center, Big Thought and The Elisa Project. Rhonda is passionate about fashion! Her forte will offer wonderful shopping and wardrobing tips for busy moms on the go! www.rscshow.com
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  Missy Allaire

  Missy is a stay at home mom who resides with her family in Calgary, AB. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting, sewing, decorating and scrapbooking. After numerous suggestions from her friends and family she decided to pursue her passion and created a blog called lookiewhatidid.blogspot.com. The blog is now over a year old and receives over 40,000 hits a month. Originally from Arkansas, she has recently moved from Keller, TX to Calgary, AB. She might be far away but she has called Texas home for the last 15 years.
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  Maxi Erdmann

  I am Maxi Erdmann, and I reside in Keller, TX with my four sweet babies and my husband, Nathan. A University of Oklahoma grad, I love all things SOONER! I love food, but I don’t cook, I love music, but I don’t sing, (except in the shower), and I have a ridiculously expensive obsession with make-up. I have been writing since I could form letters and my mother put a pencil in my hand. Prior to having my third and fourth baby, I was a teacher at Southlake Christian Preschool. Before moving to Texas, I lived in Oklahoma where I spent my days as a full-time mom of twins and part-time make-up artist. I have also lived in Nashville, TN where I worked for Gaylord Entertainment and Springhouse Golf Course. My other interests include all things sports related and a new endeavor as an aspiring (learning!) photographer. It seems, along with my pencil, I have always had a camera around my neck. My days are filled with loud kids, tons of laundry and enough extra-curricular activities to keep six people busy. I’m up for the challenge, and I love every minute of it...
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  Jill Webb

  Jill was born and raised in Fort Worth. After graduating from the University of Oklahoma, Jill met her husband Bill when they both worked shifts in a charity haunted house. She was in a coffin and he had a chainsaw - romance was in the air! After living on 10 acres in the Texas Hill Country they moved with their three sons to a cul-de-sac in Southlake. Jill is a free-lance graphic artist and the art director for SouthlakeMoms.com. Her likes include antiques, watching HGTV, reading, interior design and Mexican food. Dislikes are people who don't attempt to recycle, cold weather, folding laundry and cooking dinner for kids who'd rather eat chicken nuggets.
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  Erin Lind

  Erin Lind is a graduate of Colorado State University with an under graduate degree in interior design. While working in the design industry she started designing homes for a luxury vacation club. After over 10 years in the travel industry she started her own company, Desired Escapes, booking and finding the perfect vacation venue for previous members and new clients. Erin continues to keep active in the design industry but loves helping clients find the perfect rental for their dream vacation. Erin works from home enabling her to enjoy life with her husband and two children in Southlake. If you are looking for your next perfect vacation look no further than - www.desiredescapes.com.
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  Cindy Carbone

  Cindy Carbone is a certified Health & Lifestyle Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in NYC. Her mission in life is to H.E.A.L. America, by empowering people to adopt a lifestyle of Healthy Eating And Living! She believes education and knowledge are key factors to changing MINDS, which will naturally result in changed lives! Check out her website at www.committoheal.com. There you can connect to her blog, Facebook page, and her tweets! When she is not following her passion for making the world a healthier and happier place, she enjoys running, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends!
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  Chrystal Van Doren

  I have a fondness for food. Food is a simple pleasure that brings people together and makes us smile. Whether it’s a cheeseburger or a gourmet pork shoulder that braised all day in the dutch oven, it appeals to everyone’s appetite. I enjoy cooking for my family, friends and co-workers. I created my blog, Food Fondness, so that I could share my love of cooking and baking with others through stories, pictures and recipes. http://foodfondness.blogspot.com
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  Becky Lennox

  Becky earned a BS in Child and Adolescent Development and Psychology from Texas Tech University. In addition to her formal education she has had extensive training in restorative therapy, anger management, experiential art, faith based counseling, critical incidence management, and family mediation. Becky has been in private practice in Southlake for over 10 years. While her degree is in Child Development and Psychology, her practice is not limited strictly to children as she works with adults and couples also. Becky serves on the crisis response core team for two local school districts, collaborates with local school districts to provide education on current issues to students and families; writes, creates and develops children and adolescent programs dealing with self esteem, life skills, and trauma; and supports client advocacy in schools, churches and community. In 2011 Becky formed Better Days Media, a unique gift card company whose products are inspired by language and artwork created by children to express the difficult emotions that accompany life’s most challenging circumstances. Visit her website at www.beckylennox.com.