Awhile back I took a poll on Facebook asking about camp stores they shop at in their ‘hood. I got a ton of answers but everyone seemed to recommend the same 5-10 stores. Amazing! There are over 6,300 sleep away camps and only a handful of stores. There was one store/website in particular that seems to be at the top… Read More
When we first started our search for camp I was at a loss. There are a zillion sleep away camps. How did I end up in Maine? I knew I wanted Zach to get out of D0dge and separate from his school friends. I had this idealistic place in mind that had a beautiful lake, natural beauty, incredible instruction including… Read More
Whenever I hear about a new restaurant I run. Especially when I hear oysters, raw bar, and the words “you must go.” Truthfully, it is hard to find a great oyster bar without having to make the trip into the city. So when I heard about 100 Steps in Cranford, it was a no brainer. We made the reservation a… Read More
It is 3:30am. Do you know where your kids are? Mine are sleeping as well as Greg. I have been tossing and turning for an hour thinking about all the below: How long should I lay here until I get out of bed? I can’t believe I got Zach’s Bar Mitzvah date for 2017. Do I need to call Joe… Read More
Snow day means Pinterest day. A ton of great finds on there, it is so hard to walk away. I saw these this morning on Smart School house and thought how cute these would be to make with the kids IF you have the ingredients at home. If not, save it and make them on the next snow day. I… Read More
Last week I was invited to a unique and special event hosted by Lilla P. Yes, Lilla P the line that I LOVE in the city!! I have definitely mentioned her chic, comfy line in other posts. I live in her clothes. Anyway, I had the opportunity to meet Pauline, the designer and owner of Lilla P at one of my… Read More
Between you and me, Valentine’s Day could be the dumbest holiday ever. Not a fan, never have been. I have no idea why we need a “day” to show our love for each other. Valentine’s day, in MY opinion, is a big waste of money. Cards, Flowers, Chocolate, no thank you. Yeah, maybe I am the scrooge of Vday but… Read More
Holy Hell people – GET A GRIP! Last night I had a late appointment and decided to stop at Trader Joes in Millburn on my way home to pick up a box of granola bars for Zach. I should have known when I pulled into the parking lot I was walking into a shit storm. The lot was packed, people… Read More
I was devastated to hear on Sunday about the loss of one of the best, maybe THE best, actor of our time. A life taken too fast, too soon, by a disease that is relentless and implacable. We were all stunned to hear and sad to know we lost Philip Seymour Hoffman. This article is not about his life…. Read More
As most of you know this blog is a fun treat to skim through when you want to learn about something new or maybe even laugh about the crazy drama in my so-called life. I love writing about matters that are relatable especially when I can discuss a situation maybe some of us are going through. If I can write… Read More
It is about 5 months until camp begins!! I am going to be covering lots of camps over the next few months. I know it is a hard decision especially when you are looking for your child who is ready to start day camp for their FIRST summer! With so much literature, advertisements and videos it is no wonder the… Read More
When Greg and I started dating a hundred years ago he had 3 requirements no cat. ✔ must eat sushi. ✔ smoked a joint in my life ✔ (His reasoning was “not because he smoked but because he said “it shows something about who I was and my willingness to try new things …um,okay did that in college, CHECK) My requirements beyond… Read More
After not leaving the kitchen for a few days except to workout and carpool the kids in Antarctica, I have lots of yummy food, tons of ingredients and 2 winners of “The Little Book of Thin”! The two winners are Alli Winston and Shari Stein. Alli’s recipe are healthy, homemade granola bars that are so popular amongst her friends, they… Read More
Super Bowl is around the corner. It is a tough day for me because I have been eating clean for several days and it is very tempting to be around wings, chips & dip and all of the yummy snacks that sit so nicely on the table in front of the TV. I decided to put together a little Super… Read More
I always need a kick-start when I decide to change a habit. For example, over winter break and really even before that, the food I was putting in my mouth was pretty much a disaster. I felt like I was a train wreck in the making. So like most of the country, I decided Jan 1st I was quitting. I… Read More
