Playgarden Playdate

When relevant, posts are sponsored or contain affiliate links.When relevant, posts are sponsored or contain affiliate links.The family playdate last Saturday was fun.  PLAYGARDEN really is a nice space.  The kids seemed to enjoy the free play upstairs the most.  It’s … Read More

Updates to “First Birthday Gift Dilemma” Post

FYI: (update of this post) Maclaren Volo Stroller and Universal Organizer from Albee Baby: **4/7/08 update: The stroller did not look like this (which I expected) when I received it.  It had a white cover instead.  It works fine though.    From One Step Ahead:–Frog Pod … Read More

“When the Student is Ready…”

You’ve probably heard the saying, “When the Student is Ready, the Teacher Will Appear”.  Well, I guess that I’m ready to lose my last pregnancy (yeah, right…my “baby” is 13 months) pounds — and the “teacher” has appeared in the … Read More

The End of a Dream

Okay, so it’s really not that dramatic as my title suggests… Without a doubt, I love the parenting writing and speaking work that I do.  However, I’ve always wanted a product to sell.  Last year, I began laying the groundwork … Read More

My Hair Caught on Fire!

This weekend was a blur…a wedding in Virginia, my son’s fourth birthday party and (oh yes) I can’t forget …my hair caught on fire! On Friday night, I caught a Greyhound bus to Hampton, VA.  (I haven’t caught a bus … Read More

Four Year Old Birthday Party Planning

Michael, my oldest son, is making me and my husband laugh with the planning of his fourth birthday party this month.  Once we finally settled on a theme (pirates and princesses) that all three of us could agree on, the … Read More

The First Adventures of Incredible You

Anyone who reads this blog on a semi-regular basis knows how much I love books. I primarily like non-fiction for myself. However, I love all types of books for my sons. My oldest son Michael loves books too. His new … Read More

First Birthday Gift Dilemma

I feel bad that I can’t think of any fun gifts for my baby Sean’s first birthday. Between his older brother’s toys, things that he gets due to nature of my job and the super generosity of family and friends, … Read More

NYC Restaurant Week

New York Restaurant Week is one of the most popular events in the city. This year, the event takes place from January 21–25 and January 28–February 1. During this time, you can enjoy three-course fixed-price meal ($24.07 lunches, $35 dinners) … Read More

How to be Your Physical Best in 2008

As the year begins, many of us are focusing on fitness. Fortunately, I was able to get some tips from Laura Miranda MPT, CSCS of NYC Adventure Boot Camp. (Their boot camp is for women of all ages and fitness … Read More