Candy corn, Jolly Ranchers, Kit Kats, Skittles. Enough about what I had for breakfast, lets talk about Halloween candy. Being that I’m not the “healthiest” eater, I’m glad David Zinczenko, author of, Eat This Not That! For Kids! came out with a few Halloween candy guidelines. I have referenced his book before, and I like the way he breaks things… Read more →
Since it’s 2004 inception, Facebook has grown to become a popular medium to express social concern. When terrorists bombed Paris, everyone changed their profile pic in support. When a lion in Zimbabwe was killed, the Cecil movement began. The Orlando shooting at a gay nightclub, Boston Marathon bombing, mass school shootings….all horrific events, all protested on Facebook. However, when it… Read more →
According to Bloomberg, Snapchat has passed 150 million users a day. That’s more than Twitter (136 milli estimated). Not bad for a social platform birthed less than 6 years ago. In this short time frame, Snapchat has built it’s $19 billion network on the popularity of young users. Website, comScore.com estimates 69 percent of U.S. smartphone users age 18 to 24 are… Read more →
A few years ago I made the decision to go back to school. I was 39, divorced, and had 2 kids. That might sound crazy scary but it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Growing up in the 80’s I watched my dad work in Corporate America. He earned an MBA from the University of Chicago. His… Read more →
September 11, 2001 changed our Nation and our World in many ways. It gave new meaning to the term 9-11. Please take a moment to remember the 2996 innocent people who lost their lives: parents, husbands, wives, children, grandchildren & loved ones. Reflect and teach your kids about 9/11. Though, it was a day of mourning and loss for our country,… Read more →
Kwasi Enin and Avery Coffey have become household names recently and rightfully so. Kwasi Enin Kwasi is a 17 year old high school senior from Shirley, NY. He plays 3 instruments in the orchestra, throws shot put & discus on the track team, has had a lead role in the school play since 9th grade, and volunteers at Stony Brook… Read more →
Happy Valentine’s Day!!!! Valentine’s Day has gotten a bad rap lately from love scrooges, but it truly is great to have 1 day designated out of the year to spread love. Spread love year round and make February 14 extra special for the ones in your heart. Here’s some great love quotes to inspire: “You know you’re in love when… Read more →
B is a huge art lover. He takes an art class after school twice a week and literally draws and colors 15 things a day at home. For Christmas I wanted to get him and family members something special. I discovered the most amazing app that creates a book from your child’s artwork. ARTKIVE is the greatest app for parents… Read more →
Wonder is the debut novel written by mom of 2, R.J. Palacio. It came highly recommended by a few friends. I’ve been trying to excite Mo about reading for quite some time. I figured reading this together would be a great way to get some QT in and share my love of words with him. We were instantly captivated by… Read more →
When I think of museums I visualize snooty old people drinking Evian with their pinky out wearing Derby hats. Clearly I was traumatized as a child. After living in LA for 14 years I finally was dragged by a friend decided to step out of my comfort zone and venture somewhere new with B. I will admit when OOMF said… Read more →