Well if you are in need of making an order here are some codes that you can use at
youravon.com/astansbury
NEWYEAR (good until 01/03/16 at midnight) for 15% off your total sale (Avon living, Disney and auto replenish not included) (if total after discount is under $40 shipping fee is $5.95 Free for $40 +)
AVONFB60 good for 20% off orders of $60 or more (same exclusions)
ACT654F (expires 01/05/16) 15% off $40 or more (same exclusions) (if total after discount is under $40 shipping fee is $5.95 Free for $40 +)
Q4WEL15 (01/17/16) 10% off $40 or more + free shipping
plus you can earn at least 3% back from Ebates (click here to join)http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=P0Ry5VVVMBdO6JTZw1v0Ng%3D%3D&eeid=281877
Saturday, January 2, 2016
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Holiday season is upon us
With Christmas quickly approaching, I scramble as usual to try and figure out what to get everyone as gifts. And trying to keep costs low is tough... extended family is quite large.
I am amazed by how many different gifts I can get from Avon. Yes Avon has makeup, perfume, skin care, bath and shower products.and men's cologne...but there is so much more that Avon has to offer. There are kitchen and house hold items, there are toys for kids, clothing for women, jewelry... so many things... and great prices as well. Sign up at youravon.com/astansbury to receive discount codes, and web specials.... Order by December 13th to insure delivery by Christmas.
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Awesome Deal
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Depression
Ok... real life post here.
Right now I am deep down depressed... it is a soul sucking, energy draining depression that makes it hard to do anything. The kind of depression that can easily turn nasty if I let it... but I won't go there. There are days that I feel like I am barely holding on and it feel so hopeless, and I really don't want to hang on anymore... but I am and will continue to because I need to. I know that better times are on the way, I know deep down that this is just a small hurdle to get over(even though here in the middle of it it doesn't seem that small....)
This depression also breeds anxiety, and sensory overloads from all the noises around me, There were a couple of times last night I woke up and fought to go back to sleep... the squeaking of the ceiling fan, and the hum of the window unit were as bad as fingernails on a chalk board... These anxieties, and overloads make it really hard to feel like I am a good mother or wife. Which in turn feeds the depression even more.
Being isolated doesn't help either... All my friends are on the other side of town. And with only the one vehicle it makes it difficult to be able to go visiting... so I spend a lot of time on Facebook...
Hanging on ... I have a Dr. Appointment in November... hopefully I can get some relief then.
Want to make me smile a little? Send me a message of encouragement, or even just make an order off of youravon.com/astansbury (yes seeing that someone made an order makes me smile, and also takes away some of my stress...)
Right now I am deep down depressed... it is a soul sucking, energy draining depression that makes it hard to do anything. The kind of depression that can easily turn nasty if I let it... but I won't go there. There are days that I feel like I am barely holding on and it feel so hopeless, and I really don't want to hang on anymore... but I am and will continue to because I need to. I know that better times are on the way, I know deep down that this is just a small hurdle to get over(even though here in the middle of it it doesn't seem that small....)
This depression also breeds anxiety, and sensory overloads from all the noises around me, There were a couple of times last night I woke up and fought to go back to sleep... the squeaking of the ceiling fan, and the hum of the window unit were as bad as fingernails on a chalk board... These anxieties, and overloads make it really hard to feel like I am a good mother or wife. Which in turn feeds the depression even more.
Being isolated doesn't help either... All my friends are on the other side of town. And with only the one vehicle it makes it difficult to be able to go visiting... so I spend a lot of time on Facebook...
Hanging on ... I have a Dr. Appointment in November... hopefully I can get some relief then.
Want to make me smile a little? Send me a message of encouragement, or even just make an order off of youravon.com/astansbury (yes seeing that someone made an order makes me smile, and also takes away some of my stress...)
Saturday, August 22, 2015
Why Avon?
I'm sure a lot of you are wondering why I decided to sell Avon... To be honest, I had use very few products before I started selling (and those that I had used was make up that had been left here.). So I had no real knowledge of the products other than knowing the company has been around for years, my mom had used Avon when I was little... and a lady that lived across the street from us sold it. (I remember stuffing envelopes for her to send to her customers.)
So why did I decide at the end of December last year to start selling Avon? Well the start up price was right ($15). I received a free web store from Avon (youravon.com/astansbury is mine :) ) for customers to use. I can do online training. You don't have to spend money, but there are tools (like brochures every 2 weeks) that can be helpful in face to face sales. (and yes those have to be purchased). I did it because a) I could afford it, and b) the products are so affordable that tight wad little me can justify spending money on myself :).
Next question is am I making money... honestly (and those of you that know me know that that is the only way I can be) sometimes yes and sometimes no. This last campaign I had no in person sales, and 2 online sales, and still needed to get brochures. But there have been a few times I have made around $50 after costs...
How is my commission decided? Online sales are set at 20% (If I make president's club (sell $10,000 in the year) then that would be 25% for the next year, and as long as I sell at the president's club level)... flat % rate...sounds bad? But I could have a small sale online (say$15) and still get that 20%....Ok... so what do I make for my in person sales? In person sales+ Demos, Samples, sales tools, and brochures +Online sales = Order size
$0-$49.99 =0%
$50-$149.99 =20%
$150-$294.99 =30%
$295-$439.99 =35%
$440-$924.99 =40%
$925-$1574.99 =45%
$1575+ =50%
(If I were to make it to president's club I would be guaranteed 40% earnings on products I deliver in person... there are two levels above this that would guarantee 45% and 50% earnings once reached)
There are bonuses I can earn if I go into leadership, not really sure how that works, but I know that to earn those bonuses... my personal sales have to be at least $200 for that campaign...so it's not like I'd be making all my money off my team :) I am a member of several Facebook groups that are run by Avon reps who have "made it" and are still working it :) And I have learned that if I get team members (ones that are willing to put in the effort required, and do the leg work, get the customers and the sales) I hope to be a leader that they can look up to and go to for help with their questions (and I would also encourage them to join the groups I have joined to get help when I am not able to.... :)
So... if you think you might want to give Avon a try (buying or selling) but have questions send me a message. If you want to start selling... please feel free to go to youravon.com/astansbury and click on the Believe in your Business box to get started. (if you are asked for a referral code enter astansbury), If you want to buy Avon my web store is youravon.com/astansbury... you can shop the brochures (look through them online) please sign up as a customer by clicking on the Get updates from me button...that way I get assigned as your rep before you start shopping :)
So why did I decide at the end of December last year to start selling Avon? Well the start up price was right ($15). I received a free web store from Avon (youravon.com/astansbury is mine :) ) for customers to use. I can do online training. You don't have to spend money, but there are tools (like brochures every 2 weeks) that can be helpful in face to face sales. (and yes those have to be purchased). I did it because a) I could afford it, and b) the products are so affordable that tight wad little me can justify spending money on myself :).
Next question is am I making money... honestly (and those of you that know me know that that is the only way I can be) sometimes yes and sometimes no. This last campaign I had no in person sales, and 2 online sales, and still needed to get brochures. But there have been a few times I have made around $50 after costs...
How is my commission decided? Online sales are set at 20% (If I make president's club (sell $10,000 in the year) then that would be 25% for the next year, and as long as I sell at the president's club level)... flat % rate...sounds bad? But I could have a small sale online (say$15) and still get that 20%....Ok... so what do I make for my in person sales? In person sales+ Demos, Samples, sales tools, and brochures +Online sales = Order size
$0-$49.99 =0%
$50-$149.99 =20%
$150-$294.99 =30%
$295-$439.99 =35%
$440-$924.99 =40%
$925-$1574.99 =45%
$1575+ =50%
(If I were to make it to president's club I would be guaranteed 40% earnings on products I deliver in person... there are two levels above this that would guarantee 45% and 50% earnings once reached)
There are bonuses I can earn if I go into leadership, not really sure how that works, but I know that to earn those bonuses... my personal sales have to be at least $200 for that campaign...so it's not like I'd be making all my money off my team :) I am a member of several Facebook groups that are run by Avon reps who have "made it" and are still working it :) And I have learned that if I get team members (ones that are willing to put in the effort required, and do the leg work, get the customers and the sales) I hope to be a leader that they can look up to and go to for help with their questions (and I would also encourage them to join the groups I have joined to get help when I am not able to.... :)
So... if you think you might want to give Avon a try (buying or selling) but have questions send me a message. If you want to start selling... please feel free to go to youravon.com/astansbury and click on the Believe in your Business box to get started. (if you are asked for a referral code enter astansbury), If you want to buy Avon my web store is youravon.com/astansbury... you can shop the brochures (look through them online) please sign up as a customer by clicking on the Get updates from me button...that way I get assigned as your rep before you start shopping :)
Friday, August 21, 2015
So Sorry for the silence lately
I got side tracked and overwhelmed with my oldest starting High School next week. Yes I realize that I haven't posted since April (and if anyone wants me to finish putting up the autism awareness posts that I had on my Facebook in the month of April... let me know and I will... as autism is one of the main things that has had me so sidetracked and overwhelmed).
Anyway... I'm still selling Avon . And I am still using and loving the products. :) I want to start posting website specials that are coming up, reviews of products, demonstrate products, and give advice. While I'm honestly not seeing a lot of profit, I have had a few months that I have been able to pay on a credit card... and right now that is one of my hopes is to be able to at least make one or two minimum payments towards bills.
I recently took a course on skin care and the Avon Anew brand, learning about the products, different skin types and concerns... and which products are best for which concerns :) so if you happen to have any questions about skin care let me know and I'll help you :)
I am writing this for all of you... so what do you want to see/read about?
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Autism Awareness / Acceptance Month
Please forgive my slacking off on my blog... concentrating on spreading Acceptance for my guys :) on Facebook. This has been a busy month so far most of my energy has been going into my oldest's ARD meeting getting prepared, and dealing with that.
I have not given up on my Avon business at all (did have a small set back last campaign do to a billing issue) but that has all for the most part been straightened out. This wasn't a very big order that is going in tomorrow. But there is still plenty of time for orders to go in.
I am going to put my Facebook posts for this month here in my blog :) .
I'll start with the first three days, and add three more in a new post tomorrow.
Day 1:And welcome to Autism Awareness and Acceptance month. Autism is a Neurological and developmental disorder (hate that word... how about difference
smile emoticon ) Basically it is a different operating system... Many people with autism also have sensory issues... and too much sensory in put can cause shut downs and/or melt downs. Because they are trying to sort through all the input their brains are receiving and they are having trouble doing so. relegating information is a difficult task at times when there is a lot of back ground stuff going on. You may not notice the lights buzzing, the three different perfumes that different people are wearing, the brightly colored clothing a few of the people in the room are wearing, and the 6 or 7 different conversations going on... but these things are enough to cause an over load of information which may cause a child (or adult) to have a meltdown (not a tantrum as they are not seeking attention but rather escape) or a shutdown where they are unable to complete the task at hand because their mind is taking a break. self stemming behaviors (rocking, hand flapping, finger tapping, verbal noise) are all methods that the person uses to help center themselves. Everyone is different. This is not an easy thing to witness. don't try and comfort them unless they ask because some need the deep pressure of a hug, and others that might send them further off... do what you can to lessen the stimuli in the room for them (headphones to drown out the excess noise, dim the lights if possible, make sure they have a quiet place to go where no one will bother them for several minutes.(and make sure they know this before the meltdown/ shutdown occurs) ) If you know someone is autistic ask them or their parents if in the event of a meltdown/shutdown what are the best ways to handle the situation, what to look for prior to a meltdown/shutdown to possible prevent it from occurring.
I have not given up on my Avon business at all (did have a small set back last campaign do to a billing issue) but that has all for the most part been straightened out. This wasn't a very big order that is going in tomorrow. But there is still plenty of time for orders to go in.
I am going to put my Facebook posts for this month here in my blog :) .
I'll start with the first three days, and add three more in a new post tomorrow.
Day 1:And welcome to Autism Awareness and Acceptance month. Autism is a Neurological and developmental disorder (hate that word... how about difference
smile emoticon ) Basically it is a different operating system... Many people with autism also have sensory issues... and too much sensory in put can cause shut downs and/or melt downs. Because they are trying to sort through all the input their brains are receiving and they are having trouble doing so. relegating information is a difficult task at times when there is a lot of back ground stuff going on. You may not notice the lights buzzing, the three different perfumes that different people are wearing, the brightly colored clothing a few of the people in the room are wearing, and the 6 or 7 different conversations going on... but these things are enough to cause an over load of information which may cause a child (or adult) to have a meltdown (not a tantrum as they are not seeking attention but rather escape) or a shutdown where they are unable to complete the task at hand because their mind is taking a break. self stemming behaviors (rocking, hand flapping, finger tapping, verbal noise) are all methods that the person uses to help center themselves. Everyone is different. This is not an easy thing to witness. don't try and comfort them unless they ask because some need the deep pressure of a hug, and others that might send them further off... do what you can to lessen the stimuli in the room for them (headphones to drown out the excess noise, dim the lights if possible, make sure they have a quiet place to go where no one will bother them for several minutes.(and make sure they know this before the meltdown/ shutdown occurs) ) If you know someone is autistic ask them or their parents if in the event of a meltdown/shutdown what are the best ways to handle the situation, what to look for prior to a meltdown/shutdown to possible prevent it from occurring.
Day 2 of Awareness and Acceptance of Autism month. Before I had kids... and up to (I am ashamed to say) fairly recently.... screaming kids in stores all I could thing was "what brats... their parents really should do something about that.. and yes I even at times thought my own kids were just being bratty. So lets stop for a moment when we hear or see this and instead of thinking what brats... lets look around at what all is going on in the store (lots and lots of sensory input that most people can easily filter out to the subconscious is being processed almost exclusively in the conscious mind of a person with autism, and busy stores can be pure hell for a person with autism). Give the mom or dad with the child a nod and a smile... or even say something nice to them. Because chances are they too feel like having a meltdown and are feeling very exposed, and just want to get their shopping done as quickly as they can. Many don't have a choice as to when they can go to the store for various reasons (work, transportation, being a single parent, money issues...ect.) so instead of condemning the kid as a brat and thinking the parent has poor parenting skills... be compassionate, give the parent a smile and a nod... if you know them assure them that they are a good parent, and are doing a good job. Or even do a random act of kindness towards them if you can.
Day 3. My journey with my oldest.... Ok... Robert was born at 31 weeks due to premature rupture of the membranes caused by polyhyromus, spent 6 weeks in the NICU, suffered from colic, and reflux as a baby, when he was 15 months and not walking on his own we were sent to a neurologist and at 18 months ( he was finally walking on his own) we found out that he has mild diplegic Cerebral Palsy. ok fine initially I was devastated thinking that he was doomed to be in a wheel chair (completely forgot about Gerry off of Facts of Life) gradually I came to realize that that was not the case... the doctor assured us that it was not something that would worsen with age.
Fast forward to Kindergarten... We begin to notice that he has trouble over reacting to teasing (yes I know... he comes by that naturally through me) we moved before 1st grade so he began a new school, with in a week of him being at school we were asked if the school could do anything to help because they had noticed his odd gait (I ALWAYS put the CP on any paper work I have to fill out.) So this new school begins to get him services to help with gross and fine motor issues.. Towards the end of 3rd grade he is having a lot more outbursts and hitting other kids (always the reaction that is caught, never the cause of it) so we decided that we were going to try virtual school the next year... to give him a little time to mature hopefully and time away from his tormentors...Before the end of the year his teacher informs me that he has made comments like he wishes he were never born... so II make a psychiatric appointment for him (earliest available was the following September, but he started counseling right away.)
Our middle child had started PPCD when he turned 3 to help with a speech delay. I took Robert with me to Thomas's meet the teacher the August before he started virtual school... This was the first time anyone ever mentioned AS to me. Robert sat down and started looking thorough a book about idioms, and the silly way they would seem if taken literally... and he looked up and said... I don't get it. I tried to explain which ever idiom it was... Tommy's teacher looked at me and asked "Is he AS?" I was like "huh????" Autism Spectrum... and yes my first thought when I heard those words was Rainman... "Um...NO." so a month or so later we finally got to see the psychiatrist.. and his diagnosis was ADHD and Asperger's syndrome... so yeah he is AS...
The virtual school never added the diagnosis to his IEP, so when I discovered that it was too much of a strain on me and him to fight to get work done and decided to send him back to regular school We had to start the whole assessment process over with the school district.
Robert is very smart (8th grade reading at a college level according to his teachers). Do I feel that AS has made him any less... not even a little bit... yes he has trouble in social situations, but those skills can be learned over time (and I believe that his reading probably helps develop those skills as well) We all have our strengths and weaknesses, and AS is just another label that doesn't make him defective, but should be used to help him overcome his weaknesses.
If you know someone with AS... no matter how severe the case I firmly believe that they are in there somewhere... we just have to keep trying to find the key, the spark to help them grow to their full potential... never ever give up trying to teach, seeking the spark. Everyone deserves love, and understanding , and most of all ACCEPTANCE.
Fast forward to Kindergarten... We begin to notice that he has trouble over reacting to teasing (yes I know... he comes by that naturally through me) we moved before 1st grade so he began a new school, with in a week of him being at school we were asked if the school could do anything to help because they had noticed his odd gait (I ALWAYS put the CP on any paper work I have to fill out.) So this new school begins to get him services to help with gross and fine motor issues.. Towards the end of 3rd grade he is having a lot more outbursts and hitting other kids (always the reaction that is caught, never the cause of it) so we decided that we were going to try virtual school the next year... to give him a little time to mature hopefully and time away from his tormentors...Before the end of the year his teacher informs me that he has made comments like he wishes he were never born... so II make a psychiatric appointment for him (earliest available was the following September, but he started counseling right away.)
Our middle child had started PPCD when he turned 3 to help with a speech delay. I took Robert with me to Thomas's meet the teacher the August before he started virtual school... This was the first time anyone ever mentioned AS to me. Robert sat down and started looking thorough a book about idioms, and the silly way they would seem if taken literally... and he looked up and said... I don't get it. I tried to explain which ever idiom it was... Tommy's teacher looked at me and asked "Is he AS?" I was like "huh????" Autism Spectrum... and yes my first thought when I heard those words was Rainman... "Um...NO." so a month or so later we finally got to see the psychiatrist.. and his diagnosis was ADHD and Asperger's syndrome... so yeah he is AS...
The virtual school never added the diagnosis to his IEP, so when I discovered that it was too much of a strain on me and him to fight to get work done and decided to send him back to regular school We had to start the whole assessment process over with the school district.
Robert is very smart (8th grade reading at a college level according to his teachers). Do I feel that AS has made him any less... not even a little bit... yes he has trouble in social situations, but those skills can be learned over time (and I believe that his reading probably helps develop those skills as well) We all have our strengths and weaknesses, and AS is just another label that doesn't make him defective, but should be used to help him overcome his weaknesses.
If you know someone with AS... no matter how severe the case I firmly believe that they are in there somewhere... we just have to keep trying to find the key, the spark to help them grow to their full potential... never ever give up trying to teach, seeking the spark. Everyone deserves love, and understanding , and most of all ACCEPTANCE.
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