Archive for April, 2013


Making Amends

Even between close friends or family members, mistakes and misunderstandings happen.  People get angry and frustrated. Arguments and resentment can result.  Don’t wait to maker amends. What’s more important – the relationship or being right? When you need to say, “I’m sorry,” there are a few simple steps to making a sincere apology. Put aside defensiveness and pride. Avoid the temptation of justifying yourself or explaining what you feel are mitigating circumstances. Accept responsibility for your actions. Hold yourself accountable. Acknowledge the hurt feelings. Don’t let them fester unresolved. Ask for forgiveness and ask what you can do to make amends. Let it go. Step up, own your mistake,  and let Click to Read more…

5 Amazing Facts About Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo – literally, the Fifth of May – is embraced with enthusiasm by Mexican-American  communities in many US cities. Here are five things you may not know about this celebration of Mexican culture. Battle of Puebla: The holiday commemorates the famous Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, when the outgunned and outnumbered Mexican army took a last, desperate stand against invading forces from France and won. The against-the-odds victory is remembered each year on May 5th. It’s Not Mexican Independence Day: In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo isn’t observed as a holiday except in the state of Puebla. The real Mexican Independence Day is September 16th, a federal Click to Read more…

Celebrate Office Pros

Since 1952, Administrative Professionals Day – formerly known as Secretary’s Day – is observed on the Wednesday of Admin Professionals Week (the last full week in April). In 2013 in the U.S. , the day celebrating the 4 million secretaries, receptionists, admin assistants, and other office professionals falls on April 24. This secular holiday has become very popular in the United States and other parts of the world. Nearly 68% of U.S. employers have said they planned to thank their administrative personnel for their important contributions. From running the office to working miracles, administrative professionals are the heart and soul of business. Greeting Card Universe appreciates the hard work and Click to Read more…

Double the Fun!

April is National Multiple Birth Awareness Month. Each year in the United States, more than 132,000 sets of twins are born,  either fraternal or identical. In fact, the twin rate has risen 75%  in the last twenty years, which has been attributed to more frequent  use of fertility drugs and IVF treatment. The mother’s age may also be a factor – women older than 30 years are more likely to release multiple eggs in a cycle. Whatever the cause, multiple births aren’t as uncommon as they used to be. Twins mean double the work, but also double the fun and double the joy. Greeting Card Universe celebrates newborn twins (or Click to Read more…

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