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Why did I start Manasota Family Fun?
I started the Manasota Family Fun page to help families in Manatee and Sarasota find fun family friendly events.  I have expanded the website to include local deals, camps, giveaways and more.  I aim to be the Suncoast's one stop for family resources.

I have been a Full-Time working mom, a SAHM, a Part-time working mom, and a WAHM.  All of these present their own obstacles for finding fun events and activities to do with your children.  Hopefully I can help you out!
25 Things About Me:
1.     My name is Valerie.  My name is misspelled often, but I usually don’t correct anyone unless they ask.
2.     I am the mother to three wonderful children.  Two girls and a boy.
3.     I was born in Sarasota and moved to Bradenton when I was 10 years old.
4.     My husband and I have been together since 1997 and married since 2002.
5.     I am a Girl Scout Troop Co-Leader with one of my longest time friends (since age 3).
6.     I am a Youth Cheerleading Coach for a Pop Warner organization.
7.     I love the beach and pretty much any activity in or around the water.
8.     I work full-time, but if I could I would be a WAHM or SAHM in a heartbeat.
9.     I think that some of the best days are the ones where I just hang out at home with my family.
10.   I am an only child with six step siblings.
11.   I love networking with people and local businesses.  Some people might just call it socializing.
12.   My favorite color is blue.
13.   I wear flip flops as much as I possibly can.  I only wear “real” shoes if I have to or if it’s just too cold.
14.   I love to quote random movie lines.
15.   When I go to a restaurant, I’m not usually adventurous and I usually order the same thing over and over again.
16.   I very rarely wear makeup.  I don't really like the feel of it and I don't think I really know how to apply it properly.
17.   I have a very good memory about things that have happened in my life.  I often remember the smallest details about when, where, etc.
18.   I love a wide variety of music.
19.   My "family car" is a full sized four door pick up truck.  My hubby and I just can’t bring ourselves to get a mini-van.
20.   I love to coupon and save money, but I just don’t really have the time to devote to it.
21.   I attended MCC (now SCF) and I am so close to finishing my A.A.  It will happen one day…when I find the time.
22.   I have only moved four times.  I love the area and wouldn't want to live anywhere else.
23.   I LOVE chocolate and coffee, but not always in that order.
24.   I wasn't involved in many activities as a child.   That is the reason I like my kids to be involved in sports and activities.
25.   I’m good at starting things, but not always so good with finishing them.

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