Shelley Wenger
Bio
Small town country girl in southern Pennsylvania. Raising two boys on a small farm filled with horses, goats, chickens, rabbits, ducks, dogs, and a cat. Certified veterinary technician and writer at Virtually Shelley.
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The Good and Bad of Owning Your Own Business: Ending With the Good!
With my last blog, I touched on all of the bad that goes along with owning your own business. However, there are so many good reasons to work from home. The list of bad things seemed extensive, even to me, as I was writing and editing my post. However, the good things definitely outweigh the bad. Otherwise, there would not be so many people willing to try to start their own business while raising a family. Even though it is hard, many people are succeeding at it and enjoying it too.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Journal
The Good and Bad of Owning Your Own Business: Starting with The BAD!
Last week was very busy, and I only had time to get the two blogs done for this week. Then, Mondays are usually the days that I catch up after busy weekends. Today, I am working on several loads of laundry and I got up early to make a few suppers for the week ahead. Outside projects are calling my name today too.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Journal
Tips To Save Money When Times Are Tight
The simple truth is that most Americans are struggling with the pandemic. Many small businesses are shut down, leaving plenty of people out of jobs. Unemployment is at an all-time high. People are doing whatever they can to try to stay on top of their bills. However, there may not be any extra to help them continue to save for the future.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack
Reasons I am Ready (And Not Ready) for School
This piece was originally published on my website. Now, it is here for your enjoyment. School is almost here. My older son will start Kindergarten next week. My younger one will start pre-school in a few weeks. This is a big time for both of my boys, though neither of them is really looking forward to it!
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Confessions
Things I Wish I Knew
Here is another teaser to get you excited about my new book! Things I Wish I Knew Everyone has assumptions before they become parents. I am no different. I saw how other children acted in public and swore mine wouldn’t do that. I watched parents discipline their children, shocked and swore I would raise my children better.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Reasons To Take A Business Break
When you own your own business, it can be hard to not think about your business all of the time. Maybe you finally found something that you really love to do and long for the time when you are able to get back to work. Maybe your work is spread all over the kitchen so that you see it all day long, whether you have time to work on it or not.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack
Tips To Work From Home With Children
Many people want to work from home in order to stay home with their children. They want to be able to bring in some extra money, while still taking care of their children. They don't want someone else to raise their children.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Questions You Can and Can't Ask Potential Tenants
If you are a landlord (or are thinking of becoming one), the truth is that one of the hardest parts of your job is finding the right tenants. You are going to want to find people who pay their bills and not cause any problems. It is even better if you find tenants that all seem to get along.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack
Why You Should Leave Plumbing to the Professionals
If you are like a lot of people, you will do whatever you can do to save some money. This is even better if you (or your husband) are handy. You can fix a lot around your house, without needing to call a professional.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack