Traveling With Kids: 5 Tips for Survival

We recently traveled across the Atlantic with our five kids. Pre-flight, I had some anxiety, but as there was no other expeditious way to visit Italy, we had only one option — 8 hours of flight time with 3 year old active boys (the three older girls pretty much fend for themselves at this point.) […]

Create a Thanksgiving Tradition

It’s that time of year. If the idea of participating in another family discussion on who is hosting and who is bringing what leaves you less than enthused, maybe it’s time to develop some new Thanksgiving traditions. Here are some thanksgiving travel ideas that may have you reinventing how you spend your holiday season. Make Your Thanksgiving Magical in NYC […]

The Halloween Hangover

You may have one even if you weren't drinking! The holiday is exhausting!

The Psychology of Waiting in Line

How much time do you think we spend waiting in line? This week, after several trips to Party City for costumes,  it felt like I wait…a lot. Whether I’m picking up kids or checking out at the grocery store, I spend a lot of time waiting. Don’t even get me started on waiting in lines at amusement […]

When Did Halloween Become So Slutty?

When did Halloween become a holiday to dress like a slut? No judgment, just wondering. It seems that over the years, Halloween has become a night to live out sexual fantasies for women and be an object for desire. Peruse the aisles at party city and you’ll see what I mean. Sexy school girl, slutty […]

10+ Spooky, Fun (& Healthy) Halloween Treats

Treats don’t have to be all sugar. Here are 10 of our favorite Healthy Halloween Treats for class parties or a fun snack at home. Trust us Teachers and other parents will thank you.   1. Mini Caramel Apples This is the best caramel apple because it is bite sized and fun to make. It is so easy, […]

Pumpkin Spice And Everything Nice – Downtown Has It Covered!

Fall is in full swing, and that brings even more reasons to head into town, shop locally, and enjoy the beautiful weather we are having. Here are a few of the great things our local business are offering this season. Savory Spice Shop As the weather is cooling down and turning a little crisper, stop in […]

More Places Kids Love…and Parents Hate: The Sugar Factory.

Somehow I dodged the bullet on this one for awhile. But I finally was tricked into going to The Sugar Factory, a place that kids love…and most parents hate. The day started with my suggestions of a culturally-rich day of art hitting the Whitney. Little did I know, that the downtown Sugar Factory was across the street. […]