Tag: traditions
The Magic of Cousins Week at The Lake
“Are you going anywhere this summer?”
For the last 15 years, ever since my sister-in-law bought a house in the Adirondacks, I have replied with...
A Tradition In Bloom
I’ve always been fascinated by those who are good gardeners. How did they learn? When did it start? I’ve been trying for years to...
A Mother’s Day Love Letter
Happy Mother’s Day to a mom who has good days and bad days. I love you even on the bad days. Love, Me XOXO.
Another...
Family Traditions, I Have Few
As my children age out of the family nest, I’ve spent — wasted, really — energy thinking about family traditions. Did I preserve traditions...
Low-Stress Holiday Activities for Busy Families
December is full of excitement, twinkling lights, special traditions, and… a whole lot of stress. Between school events, family gatherings, gift shopping, and the...
Why Moms Are the Holiday Magic Makers
In December, the holiday season rushes in with its gift lists, parties, school concerts, decorating, baking days, all the shopping, cooking, cleaning, and relentless...
Finding New Holiday Traditions
As the holiday season approaches, traditions, keepsakes, and family gatherings naturally come to the forefront. Many of us feel a deep desire to make...
Maintaining a Minimalist Christmas
For many people, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, if you're a parent (and even if you're not), it can...
A Holiday Tradition Returns: Book Your Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza, presented by Westchester Parks Foundation and founding sponsor Westchester Medical Center Health Network, returns to Kensico Dam...
Traditions: Bridging Cultural Gaps as an Immigrant
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...