Recently, my family and I returned from a long weekend stay in the Poconos. We had a great time! We brought our Shih Tzu pup with us and were there to celebrate my twins' birthday and their recent graduations from college—one just graduated from Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania (my alma mater) and the other got her degree from Smith College in Massachusetts. It was awesome to enjoy some quality family time together! I can't believe that my kids are now college graduates! Cute and Cozy Cottage in Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania I rented a sweet and comfortable home in Tobyhanna, PA, which is Continue reading...
Sun, Swim and Shade: Your Color-Treated Hair Summer Survival Guide
Summer arrives with barbecue invitations, longer days, and lazy afternoons lounging poolside or on the beach. But for anyone sporting salon-crafted color, it also can result in fading hair pigment, dry ends, and undertones you never want to see. And even if you achieve salon-looking hair color at home, a blissful day at the beach can damage your hair, drying it out and diminishing its shine. The good news is that you don't need to hide inside all season or a build a massive floppy hat collection to maintain your hair's beautiful hue. You do, however, need a plan that incorporates science, Continue reading...
Prepping Your Family for Safe Summer Travel: Entertainment, Meal Planning, and More
There’s something magical about a summer road trip—the open highway, a cooler full of snacks, playlists the whole crew can vibe to (mostly), and those fun roadside pit stops. But when you’re a mom, there’s another layer to planning: food prepping for your family on the go. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend getaway or a cross-country trek, having your meals and snacks ready means fewer drive-thru stops and more control over what you and your kids eat. It also means less stress and fewer hangry meltdowns in the backseat. So before you pack the car, here’s how to prep your kitchen and Continue reading...
Why London Travel Is More Convenient Than You Think
This post contains affiliate links. Traveling in London can seem like a chore. But if you’re the sort of person who’s braved places like New Delhi or Cairo or the streets of New York City during rush hour, it’s actually way more convenient than you might think. If you are thinking of traveling to this wonderful city, take a look at these reasons why London travel can be so much easier than you might think—you may even want to book your next excursion there! Real-Time Apps Connect Everything Together When I was a student in London (many years ago), I had to carry maps with me Continue reading...
Artful Day Trip to South Jersey
This week, my family and I visited a very cool art installation in Hainespoint, NJ, called “Rusty,” which was built by artist Thomas Dambo. It’s a sculpture made of trash that towers at least two stories high. The Danish recycling artist who built it creates large-scale artworks around the world to call attention to how our world is drowning in trash while our natural resources are diminishing. Aptly, a sign in front of Rusty reads, "Don't feed big Rusty!" The sculpture was fun to look at from various angles and to take selfies with! Behind it is an abandoned Continue reading...
What’s the Best Age to Take Your Kids to a Disney Park—and Which Park Should You Opt For?
While you may want to give your children a Disney experience all the time, you may not be able to afford it. Plus, here are other things you may want to explore too. So the question on the mind of most parents is the most appropriate age to take the kids to a Disney park. No age is too young or too old for Disney. But of course, you do not want to visit when your children are too young to remember anything. Also, different age parks will appeal to different age groups; the best question should be what parks to visit for your child's or children's age. This guide explores some Continue reading...
Farmers Market Salad
I live in Central New Jersey, which means that I have lots of wonderful farmers markets near me. I can drive just a few minutes away from my town in almost any direction and reach beautiful farmland. I love it! So recently, when I needed to come up with my family's Sunday night dinner, I decided to visit Lee's Turkey Farm, one of the local farmers markets within a few miles from my house, and pick up ingredients for a delicious salad filled with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. I also got some spring salad greens, avocado and fresh rotisserie chicken from my local supermarket. My Continue reading...
Traveling While Pregnant: Top Tips
Pregnancy is a period when you may have to reconstruct your habits and learn everything anew - you may choose different clothes and sleep differently, for instance. In some cases, you might even move differently. But you you can adapt quickly. However, having to travel during a pregnancy can cause a lot of anxiety. You may worry whether it's safe for you to travel. These questions arise for almost every pregnant woman (do not feel alone) who has not traveled before during her pregnancy. We hope the tips below will help to fight the fears you may face and make your journey Continue reading...
Day Trip to Cattus Island County Park
Just over a week ago my family visited Cattus Island Park, a beautiful place in Toms River, NJ. We also visited the same park with our pup last summer, too. The park is so pretty that I wanted to visit it again! The 530-acre natural area is on both the Silver and Barnegat bays, and features several sandy beaches with amazing views. The park offers: Flat, easy trailsA boardwalk that winds through marshlandBay viewsBird-watching opportunitiesSandy bay beachesA second-story marshland and bird-watching deckAn environmental centerButterfly GardenBird-viewing area with bird feedersPicnicking Continue reading...
Visiting Annapolis with My Teens & the Family Dog
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. These links don't cost you anything, but may earn a commission that helps fund this blog. Thanks! My family and I recently stayed 3 nights in Annapolis in a modern and comfortable Airbnb. We spent two days touring this beautiful Maryland waterfront capital city. We found this vacation locale to be perfect for visiting with the whole family. My husband, teens and family dog, Mochi, all loved our Annapolis family vacation. If You Plan to Visit Annapolis Annapolis is situated on the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland. It offers beautiful waterfront Continue reading...
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