After losing my dad several years ago, I seriously dreaded my first Father’s Day without him. But the anticipation was a hundred times worse than getting through the actual day. And since then, sadly, I’ve gotten used to living...
It seems like there is a day to celebrate everything these days, from National Talk Like a Pirate Day (September 19) to National Single Parent Day (March 21). Some of these days seem a little more bizarre than others...
At one point or another every mom has thought about their fitness goals. Whether it be to lose a few pounds, increase our stamina for chasing children around, or build some muscles to help ease the pain of pushing...
The morning after my 32nd birthday, I woke up and felt “off.” My husband and I had spent the night at the casino. As we sat at a cute hole-in-the-wall diner the next morning eating breakfast, we discussed how...
It’s June! For children, this is the most exciting time of year since summer vacation is just around the corner. For parents, it's the home stretch and you’re planning activities for your children to participate in. As a teacher,...
As we approach Father's Day I've been mentally compiling a gratitude list of all the positive things my husband does as a father. But here's the deal. If I have to be completely honest, every time I think of...
Life is all about the unplanned journey. Does this situation ring a bell?
You are sitting at home for what feels like the first time in a month that you have not had a million appointments for you and the...
Pride is a somewhat loaded celebration for me. First of all, I’m married to a man and enjoy a lot of privilege that goes along with heterosexual, cisgender marriage. What makes things more complicated, however, is that I am...
For school-age children, summer can be a joyous time of the year. Carefree hours of fun swimming, playing outside, and doing anything but school work. But, did you know that many school kids can lose valuable amounts of knowledge...
Summer is just around the corner and what would a bright, hot summer day be without a perfect pair of sunnies? Shopping for sunglasses can be stressful. There are thousands to choose from and I hate having to ask...
In + Around Westchester
A Guide to Daycares, Preschools, Private Schools, & Tutoring Services in...
Education might be the most valuable thing we can provide for our children. With so many options out there, it’s hard to know what...
