Welcome the the first edition of the Women’s Festival! This carnival will be posted once a month and from now on, that will hopefully be the 15th of every month. Don’t forget to submit your blog posts for next month’s carnival.

Here are the entries for this month, hope you enjoy them.

Carol Bentley presents Research and Write posted at Carol Bentley.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Romance — A Foreign Concept? (Limerick) posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

Fiona Lohrenz presents Day Care Contracts posted at Child Care Only.

Theodore Pappas presents The Double-Bind Dilemma for Women Leaders posted at Britannica Blog, saying, “A fine post on the double “glass ceiling” facing women.”

Carole Fogarty presents A Tao Guide for the Evolution of Single Parents: posted at THE HEALTHY LIVING LOUNGE, saying, “This article is also written for any human being who is feeling lost, disconnected from who they are and allowing life to push them around. With that in mind it focuses on changing the group consciousness of single parents to one that is empowering, healing and inspirational.”

Christine presents Is Marriage Outdated? posted at Me, My Kid and Life: An American Single Mom Living in France.

Woman Tribune presents Social Media for Women and Utilizing sk*rt posted at Woman Tribune.

Tracee Sioux presents Mood Shaper posted at Blog Fabulous, saying, “After a make-over show I run out and buy a body shaper expecting it to make me feel thinner. Instead when I put it on I feel fatter, angry, frustrated and hostile.”

Lori Jewett presents Between Us Girls: Worry posted at Between Us Girls, saying, “People worry and women are particularly good at it. But worry is not good for us. Find out why and what we can do about it.”

Jenny presents The Media Makes Mom’s Look Unrealistic posted at the so called me.

Cindy King presents Using Foreign Language E-Communication Tools posted at Get International Clients.

Jennifer Gervens presents Day 93 posted at The Freebie Diva, saying, “The Freebie Diva is a blog updated daily with links to legitimate free samples on the web. Additionally, separate links are posted to free coupons, by-one-get-one-free offers, and bargains. A special ongoing section on making extra money on the web has just been introduced and contains information on getting started making extra cash on the web through companies that I have personally tried and can vouch for.”

Stephanie presents Profitable Shopping posted at Stop the Ride!.

Holly Ord presents Happy International Women’s Day! posted at Menstrual Poetry.

Gloria presents Role Model posted at Saddeyezz Scraps & Snaps.

Woman Tribune presents Marc Jacobs Knocks Off Department Store Nightgown? posted at Woman Tribune.

Christine presents Stuffed Peppers with Cheese (Poivron au Fromage) posted at Me, My Kid and Life: An American Single Mom Living in France.

bransonlead presents Outlet Shopping Malls – Tanger Outlet Center posted at Branson Travel Attractions.

NAOMI presents Diary From England: NEW SHOES SET WOMEN’S PULSES RACING posted at Diary From England.

Tracee Sioux presents Stuck With This Clitoris posted at Blog Fabulous, saying, “Humorous approach to gender and spam.”

Tracee Sioux presents Stop Abortion Vote Healthcare! posted at Blog Fabulous, saying, “With healthcare for disenfranchised women on the table we should jump on the opportunity to drastically reduce the abortion rate without criminalizing women in poverty.”

Fiona Lohrenz presents Why Starting a Day Care Makes Perfect Sense posted at Child Care Only.

Jenny presents Celebrate Diversity & Unity With Regionz Kidz! posted at the so called me.

Christine presents Think Before You Vote posted at Me, My Kid and Life.

Sophie presents Indecent questions posted at Life Junkie.

Christine presents The French School System and Sex Education posted at Me, My Kid and Life.

More4kids Parenting and Family Life presents Caffeine During Pregnancy posted at Julie Heath – More4kids Inc..

Silveral presents Top Celebrity Fashion Tips posted at Celebrity News, and Gossip.

Silveral presents Celebrity babies – new kids on the block posted at Celebrity News, and Gossip.

Lin Burress presents Launching Child Safety and Child Sexual Abuse Series posted at Telling It Like It Is.

Michele Pulis presents Human Foods Toxic to Dogs posted at Learning through Life.

Ishtar presents » The sire of her choice Esther Garvi: aka Ishtar News posted at Esther Garvi, saying, “letting our horse Sahara find the mate of her choice… It was fun!”

Sophie presents Teen Love in France posted at Life Junkie.

Angelawd presents Don’t say I didn’t warn you. posted at angelawd, saying, “Those gorgeous shoes that don’t quite fit? Here’s why you shouldn’t wear them to a business meeting.”

Nixie77 presents Chief Executive — Housewife? posted at Tango, saying, “One newlywed yearns for an apron, a mop…and the title of Chief Executive Housewife.”

Fiona Lohrenz presents Difficult Behaviors posted at Child Care Only.

Sonja Stewart presents Top 10 Things Not to Say to New Mothers posted at Parenting Squad.

Christine presents Honey and Orange Juice Sweetened Hot Apple Dessert posted at Me, My Kid and Life: An American Single Mom Living in France.

Krishna De presents PicApp: A Free Source For Editorial Photographs posted at Krishna De: Branding, Business Blogging, Personal Branding, Employer Branding, New Media
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Kelsey presents Linen Closet Organization Ideas/Tips posted at Vanilla Joy – Family Fun and Education.

Eric Cech presents Creating Your Own Perfect Aromatherapy Skin Care Formula posted at Synergy Essential Oils, Aromatherapy for Professionals and Enthusiasts.

Cassie Spark presents Growth through Practicing Unconditional Love: Parenting: by Nicholas Powiull posted at Conscious Flex, saying, “This article is not just for woman but generally speaking most moms do the parenting that provides unconditional love more so then anybody. Hope you consider it, it is very informational ”

Silveral presents Celebrity couples – top Hollywood couples posted at Celebrity News, and Gossip.

Lin Burress presents Taking Care of Aging Parents as a Family posted at Telling It Like It Is.

Jenny presents Share The Food You Love posted at the so called me.

Stephanie presents Difficulty Conceiving posted at www.stephaniesecret.com.

Rachel presents Vegetable Bouquet, Centerpiece posted at Bakedblog.com – a Mothers blog about baking, cooking, parenting, and enjoying all things in Life., saying, “An easy centerpiece, that can be adjusted for all occasions. This centerpiece was the talk of our families easter party.”

Sahara Reins presents Interning for the Pursuit of Happyness posted at Online Marketing Services.

Goodies for Mom presents Product Review: Angel Baby Products from Earth Mama Angel Baby posted at Goodies for Mom (and baby too!).

Aparna presents Cover your gray with touch-up sticks posted at Beauty and Personality Grooming, saying, “I recently heard about hair touch-up sticks (color sticks) as a quick and easy way to cover gray hair. How do they work? You have to wet the color stick and then brush over the offending strands.”

Elizabeth presents Never let go of your dreams! posted at The best is yet to come!, saying, “This blog discusses how to have success and happiness when going after your dreams!”

Elizabeth presents My Inspiration! posted at The best is yet to come!, saying, “This blog discusses the inspiration and happiness of finding love and success of change!”

Steven Chang presents Re-using Your Baby Food Jars posted at Gagazine.

Jeremy Zongker presents 90 Low Cost or No Cost Activities to Entertain Your Kids All Summer Long posted at Destroy Debt.

Tip Diva presents Tip Diva | Top Ten Tips – Making a Good Cup of Tea posted at Tip Diva, saying, “Tip Dude is British, so Tip Dude makes tea. Tip Dude is British, so Tip Dude knows how to make tea. Tip Dude is British, so Tip Dude is addicted to tea. Here is how Tip Dude makes his tea.”

Debra Moorhead presents Get in Alignment! posted at Debra Moorhead.com.

Serena Makofsky presents Mi “Casa” posted at Have You Seen the Dog Lately?, saying, “What to do when you’re moving into a new house in a foreign country and have no possessions and even less inspiration?”

Chocolate Lollipop presents Top Trendy Review – “The Baby Gizmo Buying Guide” posted at Trendy Tots.

Sally Thompson presents The Freeloader?s Toolbelt: 50 Tools to Help You Get Anything Free Online posted at Free Geekery.

Jackson Kern presents Video Exclusive! 30 Million Trees and a Nobel Peace Prize:  One Woman’s Story | Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Causes: The Alternative Channel Blog posted at Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Causes: The Alternative Channel Blog.

Zork Brauk presents UFO Recession Tip 61 – Recession-Proof Breakfast posted at It’s the Recession, Stupid!, saying, “Breakfast is an important meal to get Earthling’s metabolisms and brains humming in the morning. It is the cheapest meal of the day, so take advantage of the savings during recession by eating a cheap breakfast.”

Elizabeth presents Small steps that ignite the flame of passion! posted at The best is yet to come!, saying, “This blog discusses how to have success and passion when going after your dreams!”

Tracey Manon presents Follow Your Intuition posted at SINGLE MOM LIVING.

Jody DeVere presents 50 Expert Auto Women Give Car Tips and Advice on AskPatty.com posted at Ask Patty – Automotive Advice for Women.

Giamatti presents The Perfect Smile posted at Make-Up, saying, “Article about smiling”

Jessica Jones presents Our Children Are Our Best Teachers posted at Practical Nourishment.

Silveral presents Celebrity Hairstyles – Tricks of the Trade posted at Celebrity News, and Gossip.

Amy @ The Q Family presents I have been domesticated! posted at The Q Family Adventure.

Tamika M. Murray presents Women Write The Headlines For Cerise posted at Blogger News Network.

Anna Ershova presents How (Not) to Date a Russian Woman posted at Anna’s Out of Town News, saying, “Comments on being a russian woman abroad; perceptions of russian women in general from european and USA men.”

valereee presents Foraging: hot new foodie trend, or the hottest new foodie trend? posted at Cincinnati Locavore.

James Brausch presents Eating Raw posted at Weight Loss Dude.

Pro Hair Review presents Flat Iron Facts posted at Pro Hair Review.

babs mountjoy presents A quiet war for acceptance posted at Awalkabout’s Weblog, saying, “On gay rights and my daughter, and how we support the choices of those we love”

WhatWorksForUs presents Plan. Interrupted. posted at What Works For Us.

gia combs-ramirez presents The Five Rules of Inspiration posted at The Science of Energy Healing, saying, “In a world filled with adversity finding inspiration can renew your spirit. Learn how to foster inspiration by raising your vibration in a variety of ways in this series on inspiration.”

Semi-Charmed Wife presents How to Develop Your Intuition posted at Semi-Charmed Wife.

sarah presents Four ways to suck less at vintage & thrift shopping posted at SARAHSPY.

BeThisWay presents Important Safety Alert: Rethink Plastic! posted at Are You Going To Be This Way The Rest of The Time I Know You?.

Lin Burress presents Are You An Enabler? Identifying Early Warning Signs of Enabling Behaviors posted at Telling It Like It Is.

Tamika M. Murray presents Money Isn’t Everything In The Nanny Diaries posted at PJSandAMovie
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Sonja Stewart presents When Mom Goes on Strike | Parenting Squad posted at Parenting Squad.

Jimson Lee presents 5 Reasons Why Women Make Better Soccer Players Than Men posted at Speedendurance.com, saying, “Is there a difference between men and women’s soccer? This article has a bit of satire and a bit of truth.”

Lyon presents Beauty Secrets Revealed!!!: Arbutin – An Effective Skin Whitening Treatment posted at Beauty Secrets Revealed!!!.

Lyon presents Beauty Secrets Revealed!!!: Contest posted at Beauty Secrets Revealed!!!.

Raymond presents Qualifying For An Economic Stimulus Tax Rebate Check posted at Money Blue Book.

Raymond presents Save Money With Grocery Credit Cards posted at Money Blue Book.

Astrid Lee presents Compassion ~ video Karen Armstrong posted at World Healing, saying, “Enjoy this inspirational video of world-famous author and scholar Karen Armstrong. “Let’s move from toleration towards appreciation.” she said in her speech last month at TED – an annual symposium of some of the smartest & influential thinkers and leaders of our time.”

Carole Fogarty presents Great Adventures To Kick Start a New Decade in Your Life: posted at THE HEALTHY LIVING LOUNGE, saying, “Entering a new decade is significant and a rite of passage – be it 30, 40, 50, 60, 70 or 80 plus. It deserves your grateful attention and the gift of a conscious celebration. One that is devoid of fear for the future, anxiety and regrets. It is a time to celebrate the arrival of the new and let go of any stagnancy from the past.”

Shamelle presents Give Up The Guilt. You’re Not A Bad Person posted at Enhance Life, saying, “Guilt hovers over you like a dark cloud. Thoughts seem to have a mind of their own, intruding at all hours of the day. Chances are that sometimes we feel guiltier than the inmates of Wormwood Scrubs!
So next time, the Judge Judy in your head goes into overdrive, follow these tips”

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