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The trick to enjoying working out is finding the one thing that you love to do. I know – you probably just rolled your eyes at me – but it’s true. If you force yourself to go running when you absolutely hate running, you aren’t going to get anywhere but frustrated and full of resentment. Luckily here in NYC, there is every type of workout/exercise imaginable. I’ve even hung upside… Keep Reading
Farm life. Man it was good. As I get older, I remember more and more of the things I used to do with my gram: grow our own veggies and flower gardens, bake real cookies and not worry about calories, enjoy fresh, raw milk from the cow and trade up for eggs with our Amish neighbors. One of the things I forgot was how my gram would can pretty much… Keep Reading
Last week we were having breakfast on the beach in the Caribbean at a little joint called Hemmingway’s. Hot coffee, fresh coconuts and scrambled eggs. One thing didn’t miss my eye. As far away from civilization that we were, there it was – like a little piece of home. The mini Heinz ketchup bottle. You might not think twice about your ketchup – but I’m a native Pittsburgher – where… Keep Reading
When was the last time you went somewhere and didn’t take any photos, any videos – and just lived in the moment. You just took the chance on banking on your memory to remind you of the sacred pieces of time you would never want to forget. This is what I did in June. Okay, so I took SOME photos. But there are a few trips you didn’t even know… Keep Reading
I learned to swim when I was about 4 or 5 years old. The memory is burned into my memory like a branding stick to a steer. It was at Thiel College’s indoor pool and I was there with my aunt. They told me to jump into the water and she would catch me. She didn’t. I went under. Obviously I came up. I think I still hold a wee… Keep Reading
“I participated in a In-Home Party Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Weight Watchers Sweet Baked Goods. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” AHHH it’s bikini season – or for a lot of us moms – last minute dieting seasoning to try and squeeze into something that doesn’t make us look like whales. As I… Keep Reading
How many times do you look forward to a vacation – and then think – I have to pack for everyone, travel on a plane, train or automobile with cranky kids and THEN squeeze into a bathing suit? Before you know it – traveling doesn’t sound so fun anymore. Travel and vacation is supposed to be relaxing – taking a break from the everyday elements that cause us stress, agony and… Keep Reading
Yes, we have a lot on our plates as moms, but there are ways that we can be happier—and not so stressed. From toning down the yelling (c’mon, you know you do it!) to shrugging off the mom guilt, follow my ten steps and prepare to smile more. 1. Say no We have to start learning to say no more. Remember that Jim Carrey movie where he said yes to… Keep Reading
How many times can I say it? I have a love/hate relationship with this city. But if you do the checklist of pros vs. cons (like Miranda did with Steve in Sex and the City), the pros always outweigh the cons every time. In fact, one of my favorite things as a NYC mom is the ability to have pretty much anything come to you. From groceries to cleaning ladies and… Keep Reading
We all have our up and downs, and this year hasn’t been any exception. It seems the older we get in life, the more serious we have to take things, and yet, the sadder we become because we’re missing out on the simple things in life that make us happy. The one thing that makes me happy, you ask? Well, this is it. It took me about 32 years to… Keep Reading
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for John Hancock. I attended an event and received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Do you want the good news or the bad news first? Ok ok – you know how this goes: Bad news: Americans are, on average, five years older than their actual age, due to a number of health and wellness factors…. Keep Reading
To juice or not to juice. That is the question. Today it’s known that many “juices” that claim to be natural really aren’t, and they’re pumping so much sugar into these “healthy drinks” that really, it’s just best to give them water. And water you should. But, I’ve been doing a lot of research for my job (and as a mom) and I’ve found that not ALL juices are bad… Keep Reading