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Danielle Rivenbark
June 10, 2016
Professional Organization, Appreciation

And the Award Goes To...

Danielle Rivenbark
June 10, 2016
Professional Organization, Appreciation

It's nice when you get to recognize those around you. I am so honored to have been able to do just that! 

Tagged: SGMP, NC SGMP

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Danielle Rivenbark
June 6, 2016
Mealtime

Hot Meal Delivery

Danielle Rivenbark
June 6, 2016
Mealtime

Do you know any new parents? Or maybe you're new parents yourself? The power of a hot meal can mean everything! I'm sure there are plenty of people that know what I mean. 

Tagged: Early Parenthood, Mealtime

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Danielle Rivenbark
June 3, 2016
Self-Awareness

Mission Possible! Believing in Your Organization

Danielle Rivenbark
June 3, 2016
Self-Awareness

What keeps your passion at your job? 

Tagged: passion, Mission

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 30, 2016
Funny Story

He Said What During Labor!?!?!

Danielle Rivenbark
May 30, 2016
Funny Story

Another epic gem from my dear husband, who has a tendency to put his foot in his mouth, but I wouldn't have it any other way!

Tagged: Funny Story, Labor, He said what

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 24, 2016
Professional Organization

Online Auction! Bid often on hotel stays, handmade items, and other decor!

Danielle Rivenbark
May 24, 2016
Professional Organization

Help support NC Society of Government Meeting Professionals and win great prizes!

Tagged: NC SGMP, SGMP, Auction, Fundraising

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 23, 2016
Family

Big Brother Cares

Danielle Rivenbark
May 23, 2016
Family

You have to give your kids credit for the loving and caring things they do. 

Tagged: Kind acts, Siblings

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 16, 2016
Poll

iKidUNot Poll: Parenting is...

Danielle Rivenbark
May 16, 2016
Poll

It's time for you to weigh in!

Tagged: Poll

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 13, 2016
Event Humor

Sh*t Meeting Planners Say

Danielle Rivenbark
May 13, 2016
Event Humor

Excuse the title of the post, but this is a hysterical parody of what meeting planners say... A LOT! Enjoy!

Tagged: Event Humor, Video

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 9, 2016
Baby Preparation

Our Plan to Ensure Sanity After Birth

Danielle Rivenbark
May 9, 2016
Baby Preparation

What I'm going to do differently after birth this time. 

Tagged: hosptial, Sleep, Preparing for birth

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 6, 2016
Professional Organization

Donations Needed!

Danielle Rivenbark
May 6, 2016
Professional Organization

I need your help! Do you have a knack for crafting? baking? or want to donate tickets to a local sporting event? NC SGMP is accepting donations for its silent auction. 

Tagged: Fundraising, NC SGMP, SGMP

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Danielle Rivenbark
May 2, 2016
Family

Saying Goodbye To My Only Child

Danielle Rivenbark
May 2, 2016
Family

My only child is about to have his world rocked... or maybe it's me that is about to face that reality. 

Tagged: Family

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Danielle Rivenbark
April 29, 2016
Negotiating

5 Negotiating Styles for the Win!

Danielle Rivenbark
April 29, 2016
Negotiating

Negotiating can be scary, but understanding when to utilize a certain style can help you along the way. 

Tagged: negotiating

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Danielle Rivenbark
April 25, 2016
Family, Funny Story

He Said What to the Doctor?!?!?! Part 2

Danielle Rivenbark
April 25, 2016
Family, Funny Story

Part 2 for a recurring series of funny things my husband says. Enjoy!

Tagged: Family, Funny Story, Spouses, He said what

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Danielle Rivenbark
April 22, 2016
Catering, Materials

2 Event Mishaps that Terrify Me

Danielle Rivenbark
April 22, 2016
Catering, Materials

What terrifies you about planning events? Are you afraid no one will RSVP? Will catering show up? Here are two of mine. 

Tagged: catering, materials, mishaps

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Danielle Rivenbark
April 18, 2016
pregnancy

Momnesia is real!

Danielle Rivenbark
April 18, 2016
pregnancy

I've been feeling very forgetful lately. I've dropped some balls at work, can't remember where I put the remote last, and thought I told my husband to grab something from the store, but never actually did. The struggle of "baby brain" is real!

Tagged: pregnancy, Sleep

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