Black Friday just ended and today is Cyber Monday, some of you may be done with your toy shopping but for those of you aren’t, here are my top 10 toys for 2010, 1. Paper Jamz I wrote about Paper Jamz when I first saw the product at the Time to Playmag.com event in the spring. […]
4 Tips for a Chic Holiday Season – Fantastic Four Friday
Christmas, Hanukkah and Holiday Parties are coming and we know what that means – Stress. I bet you thought I was going to say joy, happiness… Hah! That said, the holidays don’t have to be stressful. Given the state of the economy, I have learned to focus on the important things but still maintain a […]
Happy Thanksgiving From the Macy’s Day Parade 2009 Edition
Here’s the a great Thanksgiving to you and your family. This story originally ran November 25, 2009
Three Good Things – Martha Stewart, Ocean Spray Cranberries and a Good Cause
Hi all, NYC Single Mom, Linda can’t get to everything – well she’s a single Mom! So she enlisted, me – non- Mom and old friend “CGN” to cover a recent event. Thanks Linda for letting me stalk one of my favorite celebrities – Martha Stewart! Ocean Spray did what any cranberry co-op would do […]
Wordless Wednesday – 6 Rules To Live Our Life Like Second Graders
Last week was Open School week at my daughter’s school. I love it because it’s one of the few times, the New York public schools actually lets you in the door to view what is going on. It might only a few hours but it is definitely a window in the world of your child […]
My Daughter is Both Fearless and Empathetic – Sorry NY Times You’re Wrong
My daughter is unequivocally a fearless individual. She has never had an issue with jumping from high places, jumping from the diving board at 4, climbing fences or climbing to the top of the monkey bars. Mind, the helicopter mom that I am has freaked every time and has constantly been telling her no, let’s […]
Therapy Thursday – Investigating My Adoptive Daughter’s Medical History by Hiring a Private Investigator
Last week, I just happened to be watching the Today Show Health segment in which their NBC News Chief Medical Editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman was discussing knowing what diseases are in your family and how that information can predict your risk in getting certain diseases. Her comment was based on a recent report from the […]
Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Orlando Bonnet Creek
When visiting Orlando, one is usually pointed to staying at a Disney World property. That said, when planning a trip to Orlando, in addition to thinking about Disney World properties, you should consider two properties that offer world-class amenities, are still close to the Magic Kingdom and are two of the world’s most recognizable hotel names, […]
4 Steps to Getting Your Family Interested in Volunteering
One year when I came home from college, my mom announced that we were going to the homeless shelter to distribute food on Thanksgiving morning. First I was surprised there was even a homeless shelter in our perfect little suburb (hey, I was naive) and two, I was just a tad annoyed that I had […]
NYC with Kids – Christmas Feet by Maureen Sullivan Book Reading at Three Tarts
What I love about New York are the little gift shops and coffee bars, or I as I like to say all the fun places that put a smile on your face or yummy in your tummy. Three Tarts on Ninth avenue and 20th Street is one of those places. It is the perfect blend […]
