Short, sweet and warm. That’s how I would describe this past winter’s family getaway, and one that is quickly becoming a family tradition.
In addition to dealing with winter’s wrath of snow, ice and bitter cold, my family finds winters...
In a world with so much animosity and hatred, teaching our kids that a simple act of kindness can go a long way. Kids begin to socialize as early as preschool, and as they progress, their perspectives will most...
Halloween is an awesome holiday. You get to dress your kids up, take the obligatory “Halloween” pictures, and then go off to visit neighbor’s houses, see the holiday decorations, score some candy, make some nice conversation, and sometimes score...
Recently, my children and I decided it was time for a day trip. Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom was our destination, because it seemed to have everything: water rides, dry rides, kid rides, thrill rides, shows, and more. Plus,...
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...
Boxes and totes overflow in my spare bedroom. The mountains of baby clothing are interspersed with hills of baby gear, outgrown and now ready for a new life in the attic.
I'm supposed to go through this mess and start...
Ch-ch-ch-changes
I have experienced countless changes since becoming someone’s mother a little over a year ago: Moving from an apartment in New York City with a super to a house in northern Westchester where I am very much the super....
"What we committed in the Indies stands out among the most unpardonable offenses ever committed against God and mankind..." Bartolome de las Casas
School is back in session and I've been thinking a lot about the hidden curriculum. What implied,...
Two months in to 2018, and the thought process begins – summer camp. Where to send the children? Are they ready to go to camp? Those are the two questions in my mind.
Other questions that some parents have...
Kids that eat healthy, well balanced meals and snacks will get the nutrients they need to perform well in sports. The child athlete can have higher energy and fluid requirements. Most kids naturally eat the right number of calories...
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...
