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Rotary Club Speaking

Posted on February 23rd, by Cathy Olsen in Securemama Site, Uncategorized. 1 Comment

Here I am after blazing the storm to get to the Rotary Club conference. It should be a great experience. I will update this post regarding any stories or lessons learned.


First TV Debut

Posted on January 17th, by Cathy Olsen in Securemama Site, Video. No Comments

I was asked to appear on Good Things Utah today.  My first TV Debut!  If this is your first visit to my site, explore, learn and send me message on Facebook or Twitter if you have any questions!

I think it went pretty well!  Here is a link to the video.

I was super nervous and was running late.  Luckily my husband took the day off work to watch the kids.  I didn’t have to get a babysitter! (Thank You!) I had to pick up my friend’s Playstation before I left.  I ended up getting my husband’s sedan high-centered in a 3 foot snow bank.  Gak!! I should have taken a picture but I was freaking out too much.  Luckily I borrowed my father-in-law’s car and was off to the studio!

 

I showed up and My friend Melanie was there to help me … Read More »



Happy Mother’s Day from Securemama

Posted on May 12th, by Cathy Olsen in Securemama Site. No Comments

Happy Mother’s day to all of you mothers out there that have discovered my blog. I hope that your day is full of love and appreciation for all that you do.

I LOVE Mother’s day. Some people feel guilty because they compare themselves to other mom’s and they feel they don’t measure up. Others get upset because they do not get the appreciation they feel they deserve …

I feel grateful for the chance that I have to be a mother and to be able to raise such cute kids. I am grateful for my own mother and for all of those other mother’s out there who are such great examples to me.

So, enjoy this weekend! Plant some flowers! Go shopping! Read a book! Do something that you enjoy but just can’t find the time with all of your motherly responsibilities. That’s … Read More »


Securemama goes to BYUWomen’s Conference! Success!

Posted on April 28th, by Cathy Olsen in Securemama Site. 2 comments

 

Well, Women’s Conference was a GREAT experience!  Above was the FAVORITE poster of the day!  My mom said I should trademark it.  Ha!  No use … I’ll just post it here and if you want the full image let me know.  EVERYTHING IS FREE!!

I have a renewed vigor and motivation to help parents, grandparents … ANYONE protect their loved ones from the dangers of the Internet.  There were so many people that said, “Wow!  Thank you so much for doing this!!”  So there you go!  I’m glad to help!

I started a facebook page.  Here’s a link!  I have 13 likes in less than 24 hours!  YOU LOVE ME … YOU REALLY LOVE ME!!  I’ll create one of those cute Facebook gadgets soon.  There are more pictures of my booth on the Securemama Facebook page.

I met a few people at a … Read More »



Welcome to Securemama!

Posted on April 25th, by Cathy Olsen in Securemama Site. No Comments

Welcome! You are on your way to Internet Safety for the Home!

Here are links to the topics I may have referenced during a presentation or booth.  If you have any questions, please ‘like’ me on Facebook and send me a message.  I am also on Twitter (@Securemama).  Please do not be overwhelmed!  Internet Safety for the home is an important topic and any change that you can do will help protect you and your family!

Internet Safety and Home Computer Security Checklist

Internet Safety and Home Computer Security Checklist

Power Point Slides

Internet Safety for the Home

Posts and tutorials that will help you get started:

We should Care!

Online Rule of Agreement

Who is in the driver seat? User restrictions

Keep that baby gate up! Parental controls

Web filter – Keep the garbage out!

Does my computer have a cold? – Anti-Virus, Anti-spyware

Is your foundation Secure? – Operating … Read More »




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