Another Trendy Toy for the Land Fill

I give up; I can’t keep up. Just when I thought I was a rock star mom for finding Elmer’s glue for slime when it was sold out at every craft store within 25 miles of us, the glue is…so “yesterday.” And then it was fidget spinners. My son actually never fidgeted until we GOT […]

Have Our Kids Lost the Art of Conversation?

Have our kids lost the art of conversation?! When I was a kid, we spent hours on the phone…talking. Now, our kids spend hours texting. And they aren’t even using real words, lol, pun intended. Their texts are filled with abbreviations that I don’t understand and endless emojis to express their feelings giving them a […]

Unique and Handmade, and Just in Time for Father’s Day

Beautifully crafted, old-school leather balls make a wonderful gift for the true sports fan

Not Your Average Ladies’ Night Out

I’m always looking for something fun and different to do with my girlfriends and I’m so excited about checking out Wine and Floral Design Night at Bethpage Florist!  There’s nothing better than getting to dig deep into your creative side.  Get your girlfriends together or plan a date night where expert florists take you back […]

Get Away to Beacon, NY in the Hudson Valley

I lived in Brooklyn for 16 years, so I felt a sense of belonging as I walked around Beacon, NY last weekend. The town was settled in 1709 and has gone through lots of changes in it’s 300 year history but word on the street is that Brooklynites have flooded this town…and revived it. Over […]

Low-Carb Summer Cocktails

Fruity summer cocktails have crazy-high calories. So we've put together a few "skinny" drink recipes.

Vines and Branches RVC – A Lovely Addition to Town

As we were strolling around town this weekend, our little canine companion led us up North Park Avenue and straight into one of the best finds in town – Vines and Branches! We were encouraged by owner, Lisa M. Lowe to browse through the store and Stella was even given samples of yummy. fresh bread. […]

Memorial Day Happenings

I love the sense of community we have here in Westfield. One of my favorite events is the Memorial Day Parade. This year’s annual Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 29. Opening ceremonies will begin at 9 am, at the World War I Monument Circle, and then proceed on E. Broad St. through […]