Business Ideas Case Study: The Beautiful Baker

Felicia (who gave me permission to share her story) has a full-time job, but she is also an amazing baker. She is constantly baking for friends, family and co-workers, so I encouraged her to start charging for her baked goods. … Read More

Time to Start

The best time to start your business was a year ago. The second best time is now. -Jay Samit (Host of the Wall Street Journal’s series Startup of the Year and President of ooVoo) I appreciate this quote that Jay … Read More

Favorite Forums for WAHM Entrepreneurs

Last Friday, I shared my favorite WAHM blogs and websites. All of those sites share some really great content. When you want more interaction with a variety of WAHMs though, online forums are great resources. Below are my 4 favorite … Read More

Time to Relax (5 Simple Relaxation Techniques)

“It’s hard for you to relax, isn’t it?” That is the question that my masseuse at Disney (Les) asked as I was enjoying a relaxing massage last week. I responded, “No, I don’t think so.” Obviously, I thought wrong. “Yes, … Read More

Kids’ Birthday Cakes NYC: Carrot Top NYC

Recently, my family went to another birthday party. (Our kids’ social lives are more active than mine!) The birthday cake that was served at the party was gorgeous and delicious. Since I am often asked for NYC birthday cake recommendations, … Read More

525,600 Minutes

A friend recently came up to me and said, “Someone (a mutual friend) advised me to get help from you regarding balancing my schedule since I have so much going on. I hear that you are a time management guru.” … Read More

Homework Help

Recently, I received this sheet from the kids’ school. Although my homework help ideas are a bit different, I took the tips to heart. Okay…I’ll admit it : I don’t discuss, plan or review my kids’ homework. I do make … Read More

7 Healthy Eating Tips for Kids and Families

Last week, I shared four of Lidia Bastianich’s delicious Italian recipes from the Grana Padano Cooking Demo media event that I attended with Sean. Lidia had my “selective” eater gobbling down squash ravioli and panna cotta, so you know that … Read More