Tips & Tricks

As we hunker down for a long cozy winter of hibernation, we’ve prepared our lists of things to organize, recipes to try, and things to watch. We’re particular fans of good documentaries at our house because they are often...

I’m a mother, a daughter, a wife, a business owner, and so much more. But let’s get a proper start, my name is Leeann. Westchester County is my home. I have three children, Sophia (21), Carson (19) and Lila...

As a child, I distinctly remember a black pin that my dad owned, with this saying on it: “Kick Back. Chill Out. Hang Loose. Have Fun.” My dad wore this silly pin all the time and we always laughed...

The kids are arguing again, the house is a mess, and what's for dinner tonight? It's moments like these when we feel like we might scream. But what if you took a step back, took a deep breath, and laughed...

Reframing negative thinking involves changing how you interpret and respond to unpleasant or unhelpful thoughts. It's a form of cognitive restructuring that can help you see situations and experiences more positively. To reframe negative thoughts, you can try the following...

Bath time is a very beloved activity in our house. It gives my kids a chance to play, and I get a few moments to enjoy them at the end of the day.   We have gone through a lot of...

Now that tax season is here, many people are preparing their taxes or meeting with their accountant to have their taxes done. Once all is said and done, many people are experiencing shock due to lower than expected refunds...

My husband and I purchased a home last year and took on a significant renovation project that was overwhelming. It was our first single-family home purchase. We were condo owners who, although we lived in houses growing up, knew...

When my children were younger I was on many "lists" to receive emails about local happenings, which were quite helpful in finding activities to keep our family busy. As my kids have reached the tween and teen ages, it has...

Cooler weather doesn't only mean it's time to switch from frappes to hot lattes! It's also time to switch up your adult beverages. Au revior rose'! Ok, ok, rose' is here to stay, so before you quit reading and...