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 […]
Smooth Those Tough Soles With Curel Foot Therapy Cream
Even though flip-flop season is over and the general public won’t be seeing your feet, who wants icky, dry and cracked heels for the winter months. I know I don’t which means I am constantly looking for extra thick lotions to get rid of my dry and cracked feet. Wow, isn’t this a fun post? […]
Wordless Wednesday – Cindy Lou Who
It may not be Christmas yet, my daughter still has fun with this Dr. Seuss photography app. Cute, no
You Break My Heart Cleveland Browns
I bet you are wondering how this transplanted New Yorker could be a Cleveland Browns fan. Well, doesn’t it all go back to our dads. My late father was from Akron, Ohio, now known as the town LeBron James is from and left for warmer pastures in Miami. Akron used to be vibrant city due […]
Celebrating National Adoption Month with the Heart Gallery NYC
This week, I had the distinct pleasure of attending an event celebrating the Heart Gallery NYC’s efforts to help foster children find loving forever families. Heart Gallery NYC is a non-profit organization that connects renowned celebrity photographers with children in foster care. The photographers take incredibly beautiful photos of kids who just want to find […]
Therapy Thursday – Dating Again but
My last Therapy Thursday post discussed my brother moving in with us and how his presence has changed the dynamics of our mini-household. It got me thinking, oh, who am I kidding, I have been thinking about this for a long time, that I should start dating again. And then I think, good grief, I […]
Strawberry Shortcake Turns 30
Recently, I went to a party at Alice’s Tea Cup (one of my favorite places to have tea) to celebrate Strawberry Shortcake’s 30th birthday. Yes, her 30th birthday, hard to believe, isn’t it? I loved her as a kid with her strawberry scented hair and now my daughter is able to not only enjoy playing […]
Best Pals Dolls by the Lennon Sisters Review
Recently, I met with the Lennon Sisters at the timetoplaymag.com 2010 Holiday Toy Preview. While there were numerous interesting toys and games at the event, it’s not often that I find a toy product that I just love but Kathy and Janet Lennon have introduced a line of soft rag dolls, called Best Pals that absolutely captured my […]
