This past weekend, we took a little road trip to Virginia, specifically, the Virginia Beach area. Although we had lots of plans of stuff we wanted to do, it turned out to be a lazy mini-vacation. We researched a few different Virginia getaway spots, but wound up staying at a hotel in Chesapeake, VA. We…
Like most parents, I used to rely on take-out and frozen meals in order to get my kids fed. It was just easier and more convenient and it saved me a lot of time. Plus, I had this preconceived notion that making homemade meals everyday would take forever and I just didn’t have the time…
Everyone is looking for ways to make extra money in this tough economy, so it’s no surprise that small businesses and self employment are on the rise. There are pros and cons to starting a small business, but overall if you have an entrepreneurial spirit, you will do just fine! Starting a small business Start by…
As a parent I am constantly thinking about how I will teach my child certain values. Whether they be social, moral and ethical standards, the question of how best to impart our own knowledge without shoving it down their throat is a quandary many a parent deals with. One primary issue I am concerned with…
Everybody loves a good children’s book. And when we find one that is really amusing, funny, and whimsical, it sticks to us and is something that we don’t easily forget. That is exactly what There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold is. This creative and unique take on a well-known…
Although I grew up in New York City, my family and I always felt safe. It may be hard to believe, but there were times where we didn’t even lock the doors. No one’s house ever got broken into and everyone trusted that if a neighbor saw something suspicious they would report it right away,…
When the family is getting together for a reunion, it’s likely to be a lot of fun. People who haven’t seen each other in ages will be able to catch up and exchange stories from years gone by. How can you make it even more exciting? Choose a Resort Instead of simply having a picnic…
When Z.E.N. comes home from school, he usually eats a light meal. After his meal, he always expects to get a snack. I usually give him some fruit like apples, grapes or pears, but sometimes he wants something a little different. If you recall, last month I talked about the New Duane Reader magazine from…
Have you ever dreamed about attending a big Hollywood award ceremony like the Emmy’s? Well maybe you can! Entertainment Tonight is running a sweepstakes where you and a friend can attend the ET Emmy Gala Party and mingle with the stars! The lucky winner will have a chance to walk the red carpet and…
Making the decision to start exercising is something that many people in our country struggle with every day. However, it’s something that many of us know that we need to be doing. I personally sat down recently to write out a plan that would motivate me to get started and help me to stick with…
