Tag: family

11 Unexpected Winter Getaways Near Westchester County

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Once the holidays fade and winter sets in, it’s about that time you start craving a change of scenery and find yourself Googling “family...

Traditions: Bridging Cultural Gaps as an Immigrant

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Traditions connect people and create a sense of belonging through shared experiences. Whether we are talking about cultural or religious traditions, such as large-scale...

When Did November 1 Become the Start of the Christmas Season?

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When did November 1 become the official start of the Christmas season? I’m pretty sure it used to be the day after Thanksgiving. Suddenly,...

The Matriarch

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The matriarch of a family is the head of the family or tribe. Recently, I lost my grandmother, whom we affectionately called Nonna, which...

Thanksgiving Weekend in NYC: A 3-Day Game Plan for Families

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Thanksgiving Day is handled...parade, turkey, leftovers. Check. But by Friday morning, you’ve got three full days to fill, kids to entertain, and maybe grandparents to...

The Cycle of Domestic Violence

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We often don’t speak of the violence that takes place in our home. Perhaps it is because we are made to believe that doing so...

National Hispanic Heritage Month: A Hispanic Mom’s Reflection

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Did you know there are twenty-two Spanish-speaking countries? Some include the United States of America because of its high population of Spanish-speaking citizens. During...

Breaking the Cycle

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I heard someone say, “Your kids feel safe in the home you provide them. Your kids want to come home and leave all the...

Finally, a Real Vacation

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Sitting around the large square table on our beach rental deck, laptops and coffee scattered among related and unrelated 20- and 30-somethings, it finally...

I Was There

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I was 25 years old when I had my first child. Even though that was over thirty years ago, I can still clearly recall...