My gift-giving motto in general is “give them what they want” (within my financial budget, of course). This philosophy applies more than ever for Mother’s Day this year! When I was first contemplating some last minute Mother’s Day gift ideas … Read More
Princeton Review Free Online AP Test Prep Regents aren’t happening this year but the AP exams still are. Each AP course will have a 45-minute online exam. A week ago, I shared on Facebook that The Princeton Review is offering free … Read More
Mother’s Day is May 10th. Moms deserve thoughtful gifts every year. This year, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, many of us moms are spending more time than ever with our families. While it is a gift to be “safe … Read More
Scavenger hunts are some of my favorite team-building activities. They are a fun way for groups to work together. I planned a Louvre museum scavenger hunt for a group of teens this past weekend. The parents who joined the hunt … Read More
Easter is this Sunday, April 12th. Easter (also called Resurrection Sunday) is a special day for Christians because it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. I am a bit sad that COVID-19 stay at home orders will impact … Read More
I saw a post on social media this week that I really appreciated. It re-framed some of the challenges that we’re experiencing due to social distancing measures. For instance, it had “stuck at home” crossed out and replaced with “safe … Read More
One of the silver linings of my husband and kids being at home more is that we have plenty of time together. While I enjoy some television shows and movies, some of my favorite times at home are when we … Read More
Disney and Pixar’s Onward movie 2020 will be available to buy digitally and on Movies Anywhere starting today at 5:00pm PST/ 8:00pm EST. It will also be on Disney Plus on April 3rd in the United States. The movie just premiered … Read More
I have not been to a cupcake decorating party since 2011. Recently, I hosted a cooking event for ten teen girls and three adult helpers at my home. We made an Italian meal and decorated cupcakes. It was so much … Read More
Coronavirus has been on many minds locally as New York braces for coronavirus. Today, my fellowship of churches participated in a day of prayer and fasting about the virus. As I encouraged friends and family on Facebook, don’t worry but … Read More