tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58049381477071455082012-01-18T18:06:13.735-06:00Better Moms Make A Better WorldAre you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comBlogger91100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-55280735229524679072012-01-17T21:56:00.004-06:002012-01-17T22:17:47.099-06:00<div>If you have children, newborn to kindergarten, MOPS is for you! MOPS exists to meet the needs of every mom--urban and suburban moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single, and married moms--moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be! </div><div><br /></div><div>Each MOPS meeting offers social time, learning time, discussion groups and creative activities for mothers while children are cared for by loving caregivers. If you're a mom looking for support, encouragement and fun, join us, your Mankato MOPS group. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you're uncertain about MOPS, come and visit one meeting--there are no fees at your first visit.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information, see the left information box on this page or contact Rebekah Gregor or Stacie Bosse at mankatomops@yahoo.com</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-5528073522952467907?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-41983639206778891392012-01-12T20:07:00.000-06:002012-01-12T12:09:54.221-06:00<b>When</b><div>Every first and third Tuesday of the month, September 20th through May 22nd.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where</b></div><div>Hosanna Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall</div><div>105 Hosanna Drive</div><div>Mankato, MN 56001</div><div>(507) 388-1766</div><div><br /><div><b>Time</b></div><div>9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. (MOPPETS opens at 8:45 a.m.)</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-4198363920677889139?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-47985727309872529982012-01-12T12:42:00.002-06:002012-01-12T12:42:57.191-06:00<div>You will get to relax, have some refreshments and get to know other moms!</div><div><br /></div><div>A typical meeting includes a speaker sharing on a subject of interest to mothers of preschoolers, a creative activity and discussion in small groups. Your children will be cared for in a separate room by dedicated childcare workers.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-4798572730987252998?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-24877975250126809392012-01-12T12:30:00.000-06:002012-01-12T12:47:23.663-06:00<div>While you are at MOPS, your child will be having fun in MOPPETS, watched by dedicated childcare workers! MOPPETS opens at 8:45 a.m.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Well Child Policy:</b></div><div>We are not staffed or equipped to give the extra special care that a sick child needs. We also do not want diseases to spread. If your child has any of the following symptoms we ask that you keep them home:</div><div>*Fever over 99.7 within the last 24 hours</div><div>*Vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours</div><div>*Runny nose with yellow or green drainage</div><div>*Strep throat</div><div>*Pink eye</div><div>*Lice</div><div><br /></div><div>Please use your best judgement.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-2487797525012680939?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-37426247498688852672012-01-12T12:15:00.002-06:002012-01-17T22:36:36.498-06:00<div><b>Yearly Fees (due at registration): </b></div><div>*MOPS Registration: $23.95</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Semester Fees (Fall and Spring): </b></div><div>*No Children in MOPPETS: $15</div><div>*1 Child: $40</div><div>*2 Children: $45</div><div>*Family Rate: $50</div><div><br /></div><div>Semester tuition fees for MOPPETS are due at the first meeting of each semester (September 20 and January 3).</div><div><br /></div><div>Scholarship are available. Please contact <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, FreeSerif, serif; line-height: 22px; ">Darci Karau</span> at mankatomops@yahoo.com if you have any questions.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-3742624749868885267?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-32692749117554078212012-01-12T12:10:00.003-06:002012-01-18T18:06:13.745-06:00<div>MOPS invites you to join in the learning process as together we explore Momsense: Bold, Loving and Sensible. It equips moms to embrace their mothering instincts and develop their own parenting style while navigating through the myriad of daily mom decisions. Most women wonder:</div><div><div>*How do I decide what to do when I really don't know what to do?</div><div>*Should I trust my intuition?</div><div>*With so much available information, how do I discern what's best?</div><div>*What are the most important family values?</div><div><br /></div><div>Developing a mothering strategy is somewhat like playing a game--and this year's theme is appropriately game related. Have fun being a mom! Playing games involves being bold and taking risks, loving those in the game with us and being sensible while figuring out what works and what doesn't.</div><div><br /></div><div>Just as in real-life, sometime in games, unexpected, "chance" events occur, abruptly changing our paths. We must regroup and determine our next steps. Sometimes we follow the instructions of "experts." Sometimes we follow the advice of trusted friends. Sometimes we decide our "house rules" work best for our family. Teaming together with other moms is a great strategy. Relying on a spouse or mentor can help us play more effectively. And, most of all, developing a strong God-Sense is essential for mothering. Growing as a mom through the analogy of game playing assures every mom gains confidence in her abilities as a mom.</div></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jNzg9CPZVXo/TxdeZV3lksI/AAAAAAAAAMo/8zdPs5GfaRk/s1600/momsenseTheme2011logo.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 216px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jNzg9CPZVXo/TxdeZV3lksI/AAAAAAAAAMo/8zdPs5GfaRk/s320/momsenseTheme2011logo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699127642920686274" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-3269274911755407821?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-92122587132477410372012-01-11T20:10:00.000-06:002012-01-11T21:24:45.300-06:00January 3: Orange<div>January 17: Mentor Moms</div><div>February 7: Yellow</div><div>February 21: Green</div><div>March 6: Purple</div><div>March 20: Red</div><div>April 3: Orange</div><div>April 17: Yellow</div><div>May 1: Green</div><div>May 15: End of year potluck picnic</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-9212258713247741037?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-69239513700711338052012-01-11T13:02:00.001-06:002012-01-17T13:51:00.938-06:00<div>Coordinators: Rebekah Gregor and Stacie Bosse</div><div>MOPPETS: Starla Goblirsch</div><div>Finances: Darci Karau</div><div>Creative Activities: Megin Flitter</div><div>Publicity: Beth Phillips</div><div>Hospitality: Anne Van Wyk</div><div>Care Group Coordinator: Melany Sutton</div><div>Fundraising: Elisa Knoepfel</div><div>Mentor Moms: Anne Kruse &amp; Sheila Heiden</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px;font-size:14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: normal;font-size:16px;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-6923951370071133805?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804938147707145508.post-92229868231315530982012-01-10T12:00:00.000-06:002012-01-12T13:02:25.300-06:00<div>What is Ladies' Night Out? It's an excuse to take some time out for yourself! Once a month, ladies from MOPS moms present and past, meet at a predetermined establishment to catch up. No RSVP is necessary, so bring a friend with you and come as you can!</div><div><br /></div><div>Ladies' night out will be held on the 10th of every month, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.</div><div><br /></div><div>January 10th: At Hosanna hosted by Elisa</div><div>February 10th: Hosted by Anne VanWyke</div><div>March 10th: TBD</div><div>April 10th: TBD</div><div>Mary 10th: TBD</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5804938147707145508-9222986823131553098?l=mankatomops.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Are you a MOP (mother of preschooler)?http://www.blogger.com/profile/08718763100725576396noreply@blogger.com