Shelley Wenger
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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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Making Mom Friends (It’s Important)
Are you looking for a different parenting book? One that tells you the truth (and not just what you want to hear)? Are you looking for the REAL life of a working parent? What it is REALLY like to have two rambunctious boys? If you want the truth (both good and bad), you might want to check out my book, I Am A Good Mom, Right?: And Other Thoughts from a (Slightly) Overwhelmed Mom of Two Small Boys.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Families
Suicide In the Veterinary Field
September is Suicide Awareness Month and, though it often brings to mind teenagers who feel like they have no other choice, the truth is that it is out there. Many people think about committing suicide, while several go through with it. It doesn't matter their age, sex, or career.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Letter to Other Overwhelmed Mothers
I love reading parenting books. Well, not all the parenting books. Just the ones that make you think that you are not alone. You know the ones that talk about REAL parenthood. The ones that talk about how the days seem to last forever. What about the ones that talk about the loneliness of being home with the kids while your husband goes off to work?
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Humans
Tips to Help You Fall Asleep
Many people struggle to fall to sleep. They spend hours tossing and turning, worrying about things that they can't control. They may lay awake all night, listening to the sounds of their home or outside. Some spend hours listening to their spouse's snoring.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Longevity
Why You Should Allow Pets
There are many decisions to make when you are a landlord. You must decide how much to charge for rent, as well as the rules you want your tenants to follow. However, one of the most significant decisions is whether or not you are going to allow pets in your rental properties.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Lifehack
My Story
I have been a freelance blogger and writer for several years now. I started looking for something that I could do in my spare time (HA) as a new mom. So, I started out taking classes to become a medical transcriptionist. I could type fast and, had some medical training due to my career as a veterinary technician (animal nurse).
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Journal
Tips for a Quicker Turn Around
When you are a landlord, you aren't making any money when your units sit empty. In fact, it often costs you because you are going to be doing a detailed cleaning, along with some maintenance. If your tenants weren't careful with the unit (or have been there for quite some time), you may need to do some painting, replace some flooring, and do some updating to the unit.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Lifehack
Tips to Get Your Parents on Board
Watching your parents age can be one of the hardest things that you may have to do. Seeing them struggle to get through the day can absolutely tear you apart. It is even worse when they won't let you help them at all! Many parents don't want to add anything to their adult children's plates, so they won't bring it up. Instead, they keep suffering.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Families
Tips to Be a Good Caregiver
Many people are thrown into caregiving. They notice that their parents may need a little more help, so they step in where they are needed. They may eventually move their parents into their own home or move in with them as they begin to require more help. It could also happen with a spouse. Their spouse may require more and more help until it becomes a full-time job.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Families
Tips to Choose the Right Caregiver
Most people want to spend as much time in their own homes as possible. In order to make it as easy as you can, there may come a time when you need to get some help so that you can continue to stay in your own home. Making this decision isn't always easy, and finding the right caregiver can make the difference between a good experience and one that isn’t so good.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Families
