The First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move initiative to ensure that all our children grow up healthy and reach their full potential marks it’s third anniversary. Let’s Move! officially began on February 9, 2010 to to unite the country around our kids’ health and create real support for families to live healthier lives. Since then parents, business leaders, […]
Is Forcing Your Kids to Learn About History A Good Thing?
I spent my middle and high school years in Northern Virginia (around the Beltway as they say) just 20 minutes from Washington, D.C.
Big Hugs Elmo – Wordless Wednesday
Recently I attended Hasbro’s 2013 Toy Fair Event and saw the latest Elmo toy, Big Hugs Elmo.
President’s Day From The Nation’s Capitol
Happy President!’s Day from Washington, D.C. It may be chilly but I love showing my daughter the city I spent so many summers visiting from my hometown in Northern Virginia.
Soak Up Summer Savings at Calabash Cove Resort & Spa
Enjoy the lowest rates of the year–plus bonus early-bird savings when you book by February 28–at this luxurious, beachfront boutique resort on sunny Saint Lucia West Indies. Plan your escape to the Caribbean’s most beautiful island during its most festive season and enjoy the lowest rates of the year beginning April 14 at luxuriousCalabash Cove […]
Celebrating Valentine’s Day One Day Later #ParentingFail
For Valentine’s Day this year, I have no idea why but I offered to make Valentine’s Day cupcakes for my daughter’s class . No biggie right, cupcakes are easy to make. Who knew I would have a bad work week, coming home late the entire week so that by Wednesday I was dead tired […]
Why Skinny Girls are Skinny!
Skinny girls are always saying insane things like “I forgot to eat” or “I am a picky eater” or “I was too tired to cook so I ate a bowl of cereal” well that may be true but I just think some of them will themselves not to eat. That’s fine if you want to […]
Playing in Snowstorm Nemo
Snowstorm Nemo hit the Northeast really hard. Fortunately New York City escaped Nemo’s wrath. It did snow but when it snows in New York City, you need to get out early to see it before the gazillions of people trample over the pristine snow. My daughter and I played in the park for a few […]
Is it a Parent’s Obligation to Attend Every School Showcase?
When my daughter was in pre-school, I literally chaperoned every field trip and attended every party.
Low Calorie Chocolate Brownies with Applesauce
Brownies are favorite dessert or snack for playdates, parties, school bake sales and so many other occasions. While brownies are delicious and a crowd pleaser, it’s nice to mix it up with a lower calorie version but still has great taste. This chocolate brownie recipe includes applesauce adding flavor, sugar and a consistency that […]
