Should You Wipe the Grease Off Your Pizza?

It is easy. It is quick. The kids like it. But, I always feel a little guilty.

School Of Rock! RVC!

I wish the School of Rock located here in Rockville Centre was around when my boys were younger. This place is absolutely awesome! I was fortunate to stumble upon owner Monica Rubin when she was  was doing demo to construct her studio on 197 North Long Beach Road. She enthusiastically gave us a tour of […]

College Prep is For Parents Too

If you have kids in High school, you may be panicking about the college application process like I have been. Here are some tips that may help you on this journey.

My Love Affair With Sugar Has Come to an End

A couple of years ago I had some health issues which in turn caused weight gain.  Of course it wasn’t bad enough that I was sick, now I had to look in the mirror everyday and be reminded of it…awesome (input sarcasm).  Since then I have been trying to lose the weight.  Every Monday I […]

A Little Lunchtime Inspiration

Are school lunches making you and your kids grown? Are your kids tired of the same old thing and are you tired of their complaints? Read on for tips on creative, healthy lunches.

HUNGRY GIRL CLEAN & HUNGRY: OBSESSED!

Bookends presents Lisa Lillien author of HUNGRY GIRL CLEAN & HUNGRY: OBSESSED!

Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe

As I was casually stalking social media today, I came across this picture that a friend used as her cover photo on Facebook. I chuckled in agreement and then thought to myself : Man, ain’t that the truth.  As a young child you base your popularity on the amount of children that attend your birthday parties.You […]

End summer boredom at Round 1 in Hicksville

  “I’m bored.”  I think this is one of the most irritating things to hear from my child during the summer.  Kids spend all year waiting for summer break and when it comes they suddenly have nothing to do.   In my quest to entertain my children (I know that’s wrong, but I need to […]