“The best plans of men and mice often go awry” - Robert Burns My husband (a new teacher) has vacation this entire week. So, last week we made plans for every day of our "at-home" vacation in the City. Monday, we would go to the American Museum of Natural History. Tuesday, we would celebrate Christmas … [Read more...] about The best plans of men and mice often go awry…
Recommended Books
In December, I read a couple of books that had some good tips worth sharing. Think BIG and Kick ___ in Business and Life by Donald Trump and Bill Zanker was a good, quick read. I have mixed thoughts about Trump. On the one hand, I admire what he has been able to do business-wise and I like the way that he … [Read more...] about Recommended Books
Time, Energy & Money
At different points in my life, time, energy and money have held varying levels of importance. Sometimes, money is more important....it will be so again in a couple of years when we'll need a bigger car; to buy a home; etc. Right now, time and energy are the most important. When my husband switched from computer … [Read more...] about Time, Energy & Money
Bananukah Was a Bust (as was trying to get a great holiday picture!)
I’ve been really excited about getting my older son, Michael, to experience other holiday traditions, besides Christmas this season. First on the list was Hanukkah. I had read great things about Bananukah!, where popular musician Danna Banana tells the story of the Festival of Lights with props, songs, games and kid … [Read more...] about Bananukah Was a Bust (as was trying to get a great holiday picture!)
Little Airplane Productions
On Wednesday, my three year old son Michael took part in a focus group for an upcoming show by Little Airplane Productions, the creators of The Wonder Pets, Oobi and more preschool programming. Beforehand, I told him that his "job" was to listen to the story and then answer the questions that he was asked. He did exactly what … [Read more...] about Little Airplane Productions
