The last book in my read-a-thon was When Organizing Isn’t Enough by organizing expert Julie Morgenstern. Organization is one of my favorite topics, so I was eager to read this book. Although it’s a good read overall, I think that … Read More
One of my birthday gifts was a coupon for a “Manicure and a Movie”. I finally had the chance to redeem it on Saturday while my dear husband and kids attended a family lunch/dinner. (Thanks Susan!) I don’t normally get … Read More
I hope that everyone had a great Fourth of July week-end. I certainly did. On Friday, we kept it really simple and hung out as a family around the house. I was so happy because I was able to read, … Read More
On Saturday, my family went to a “Dress for a Mess with de Blob” event at the Children’s Museum of the Arts. It was so much fun! Of course Michael (my little “gamer”) immediately went to play the new de … Read More
Here are four questions that I get asked the most by members and readers: What exactly do you do work-wise? In addition to being the lead blogger and event planner for “Mom in the City”…. -My first and full-time job … Read More
The U.S. News & World Report recently ran a great article called Good Parents, Bad Results. The article shares eight ways that scientific studies have shown that Mom and Dad go wrong when disciplining their kids. I usually take “studies” … Read More
Recently, my husband (computer programmer turned math teacher) announces to my son Michael that this summer he is going to teach him math before he goes to preschool in the fall. That’s fine. Then, he says, “I’ll be teaching you … Read More
Today (June 19th) is Juneteenth. Starting back in 1865, it is currently one of the oldest celebrations commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. (It was on June 19th that Union soldiers brought the news to Galveston, Texas … Read More
As summer rapidly approaches, many of us parents begin to think about how to keep our kids occupied. Fortunately, there are many great FREE things to do in every borough. Below are some recommendations. -Beaches & Pools: The Parks department … Read More
The quote in my family planner for this week helps me to keep my schedule in perspective: “It’s not so much how busy you are, but why you are busy. The bee is praised. The mosquito is swatted.” – Mary … Read More