Kids Are Not Mini-Mes When It Comes To Footwear

When relevant, posts are sponsored or contain affiliate links.When relevant, posts are sponsored or contain affiliate links.Congrats to the winner: Susie On Monday, I attended a media lunch that was hosted by stride rite. I had a chance to catch … Read More

I (Finally!) Completed The 30 Day Challenge

Recently, I completed the 30 Day EA Sports Active Challenge. It only took me two months to do so. Oh, well… This game really is like having a personal trainer in a box. (It just doesn’t call you when you … Read More

“Family Friendly” Travel Tips: Part II

Below is the second portion of the travel tips from Alex McCord and her husband Simon van Kempen. You can learn more about their family at their McCord van Kempen site. (You can see Part I here.) At the Airport … Read More

Summer Learning Slide

Michael graduated from pre-k on June 19th. My plan was to give him a two week break and start up with our summer home schooling on July 6th. Well, I’m about 3 weeks behind on the plan! Now, we’re playing … Read More

“Family Friendly” Travel Tips: Part I

I must admit that I’m not a huge “Real Housewives of …” fan. Many of my friends (and probably many of you!) are, but it’s just not my cup of tea. That doesn’t stop me from taking and sharing good … Read More

I Lost My Job

We’re getting all settled in our new apartment in Queens. Overall, the move went really smoothly and I love being here (especially since the subway is right on our block). Just as I began to catch my breath, I received … Read More

“This Is the Life”

The title of the post is Michael’s favorite new phrase for when he’s especially happy and content. I first heard it one night after bath time. Michael was leaning back on a pillow with the fan on him as I … Read More

Six Tips on Fostering Curiosity in Children

I love, love, love the following guest post on how to cultivate curiosity in children. It’s from Todd Kashdan, GMU professor and author of CURIOUS? Discovering the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life. (He also has toddler twins.) You can … Read More

It’s All About The Hair

I try to keep most of my routines as simple as possible – the less fuss, the better. The one area that takes a lot of time and a variety of products though is my hair. Fortunately, I only have … Read More

Wordless Wednesday: Beating The Heat

The pictures were taken at Madison Square Park in NYC (To see other “Wordless Wednesdays” around the web, visit the HUB, 5 Minutes for Mom, MomDot or Extraordinary Mothers.)