10 April Fools’ Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids

Kids love pranks, and since I dropped the ball with the leprechaun this year, I am going to step up my game for April 1st. But, I like simple, so here are some easy ways to get the best of your kids. 1. Bed Swap While your kids are sleeping, switch them and put them into […]

A Summer Camp Your Little Ones Will Love

Our favorite preschool, West Side Nursery School, in town is offering 4 terrific camps for kids this summer. My kids and Karen’s loved these camps when they were young enough to go. If they could, we’re pretty sure they’d try to lie about their age so they could sneak back inmfor a week. We loved that the camps were fun […]

Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala

Also try: Smoky Indian Eggplant “Salsa” My husband decided to go on a vegan diet about a month ago. And although there are tons of vegan recipes that are delicious, one of the dishes that has been hardest to give up is his favorite Indian dish: Tikka Masala. So thank you to my good friend, Reshma Shah, for […]

When is the Best Time of Year to Have a Baby?

I gave birth in each of the four seasons, so I feel I can speak intelligently on this topic. Of course, whenever I meet a pregnant woman, I tell her that her due date is ideal. Ever since I closed shop on my personal baby factory, I feel really badly for expecting women. I have […]

Is Your Toddler Getting Enough Nutrition?

Little picky eaters can leave you wondering if they are getting all of the nutrients they need to grow and thrive. Most small children will have opinions about the food you serve. Smell, texture and appearance can mean as much to them as taste. You don’t want every meal to be a fight, and heaven […]

What is Your Favorite App for Meditating?

Also read: Why You Need Meditation More Than Your Mother Did I just read an article about how one Baltimore school was implementing meditation into their school to replace after school detentions. Instead of sitting in a classroom staring a a blank chalkboard, the school runs a program from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. that teaches yoga, […]

Do You Suffer from Colorphobia? Hope Has a Cure.

by Hope Fallin of Hope Fallin Color Design  Is your entire house gray, beige, cream, or white? Or a combination of all four?  Are you constantly seeing bright colors in a home magazine and wishing you too could bring those bright greens or blues into your home and wardrobe? Hope Fallin is here to help […]

11th Annual New Jersey Wine & Food Festival

FRIDAY, APRIL 12 – SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 Calling all foodies! The 11th Annual New Jersey Wine & Food Festival is right around the corner. It goes Friday, April 12 to Sunday, April 14. The festival is a celebration of the best wines and renowned local and national chefs. Spend the weekend indulging in great food and […]