Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn I walked into the room with my hair a mess, in my pjs, and in desperate need of a shower. One kid was clinging to me and the other was in the very near distance calling, “mom, mom, MOOOOOOOOMMY!” I had set the coffee to go and that’s when I noticed […]
Archives for August 2015
Retirement of my Obsession
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn All good things must come to an end. Sigh. Bittersweet memories and all of that. My obsession with a certain ball player started back in the 90’s. I always loved playing baseball growing up in New York City, but rarely did I watch it on TV. For some reason, I had […]
Flying with Kids Brings out the Crazy
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn I step on board and head down the aisle. All eyes are on me. Is it my hair? Is it my awesome mismatched outfit? No. We just boarded a plane with a 4 year old leading the way and an 18 month old on my hip. The diaper bag, the bag […]
The Very Short Timeline of a Hot Summer Day
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn “Tomorrow is going to be HOT, HOT, HOT! Highs will be in the upper 90’s.” The weatherman seems to be shouting through my TV and it is like a sign to me…I must be prepared. The kids will be home from school tomorrow and one summer day here can feel […]
The Sweetest Moments
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn I tiptoed up the stairs and opened the door to his room expecting to find a sleeping 4 year old. His head popped up and he was all smiles. My heart melted. It had been a rough evening. We had put him to bed early because he was just having way […]
The Accomplished Staycation
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn This was the staycation where hubby worked and the kids went to day care for half days. It was perfect for much needed “me” time and for getting things done (finally!), around the house. Here’s what really happened. I saved Target. That’s right. It was in an economic crisis and I […]
Not This Picky Girl’s Last Rodeo
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Trucks and trucks full of all different types of food. Sounds like fun, right? Not so much for a picky eater. There are very few things if any that I find to eat at these functions. Over the weekend, I went to a food truck rodeo. I was hoping that if […]
The Way We Are
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Have you looked at how you have changed through the years? Do you find yourself feeling older because people around you (especially little ones) are changing so much? Are you proud of your accomplishments?Do you take the time to be appreciative of them? Do you value friendships? Are you happy with […]
The Summer I Dated My Friends
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn There are many definitions of dating but they all involve the goal of getting to a romance. Dating is when two people, spend time together getting to know one another. Dating is the early stages of something serious. Everything is new, spontaneous, and fun. In romantic relationships, many couples wish they […]
A Picture Guide to Flying with Kids
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Going to the airport to take a plane trip with kids is probably one of the most craziest experiences of parenthood. It can be hit or miss depending on the age range. There are tricks and different ways to entertain the wild ones and keep them amused. Here are a few […]