We were early to the shelter in place party. On March 7th, we received notice that a faculty member in the school system tested positive, and schools would be closed for two weeks. Naively, we thought we were granted...
I’ve been living abroad for the past nine years. When I became a mother almost seven years ago, I promised myself that I would keep our traditions, and I would raise my kids to be proud of their heritage. For...
The ability to power through is an internal switch that flips when you become a mom (along with the maternal instinct). But the word “power” implies strength and stamina. All of which have been declining for a while now,...
Memories. They define our lives, make each of us unique, and they tell our story whenever we choose to hear it.
I am fascinated by the way our minds work. My long-term memory seems to have improved with age, while...
I’m good at other things.
I say this a lot, usually around parenting and domesticated type things that I resist or am terrible at (baking, cleaning, ensuring my children shower regularly). I say it with a bit of humor, giving...
The journey into motherhood is often overwhelming for many of us. Sometimes the scary part is the idea of being responsible for this tiny, precious life, and other times it’s that overwhelming feeling of having one million things to...
Subaru has been widely known for its safety features and quality craftsmanship for many years. They have led the way when it comes to creating a variety of family-friendly rides with raving reviews. Our family had the pleasure...
Moodiness. Ask any mom if they’ve ever experienced this with their kids, and you’ll likely receive a yes (with an eye roll to match). For those of us (including myself) who thought we had some time before the “moody...
As the oldest of four children who grew up with a stay-at-home mom for the first decade of my life, I always knew I wanted to be a mother. With my siblings’ ages spanning over two decades, I always...
Dear Mom Who Feels She's Never Enough,
Please know you’re not alone. You probably didn’t even see it coming because it’s in the small details. We run largely on auto-pilot. We have to. We couldn’t function in our modern world...
In + Around Westchester
A Guide to Beauty & Pampering in Westchester County
Moms do it all, which often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Carving out me-time seems impossible, but we not only deserve it but...
