Easy Chick'n Florentine Inspired Soup -two points per serving on Weight Watchers When my husband and I got married- although he was 40 and I was 25 the simple act of slipping that ring on my finger somehow miraculously bathed him in a fountain of youth (in HIS MIND). He truly came to believe that being with me-whether conscious or not- he had shaved 15 years off his real age and … [Read more...]
Our favorite family, kids and parenting pins–Pinterest can actually improve your life OFFLINE!
Our favorite family kids and parenting pins I am ADDICTED to Pinterest... that's right as in I can't stop pinning and oddly enough I was late to the party as well. I thought- really do I honestly have even more more free moment to devote to yet another social media outlet. But oh some of these images are so seductive, sweet and make me want to live a better life (or at least lust after a … [Read more...]
Get crafty with your kids this Valentine’s day
Get crafty with your kids this Valentine's day with these easy ideas! While I'd much rather be mixing margaritas and lounging on a chaise, while my kids run themselves ragged outdoors- with school officially closed and kids waiting restlessly to be entertained what's a Staten Island mama to do with her brood during a blustery day? My plan: Devise indoor diversions on those winter days when … [Read more...]
Three Cute and Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Three Cute and Easy Valentine's Day Crafts for Kids When it comes to Valentine's Day celebrations--what about the kids? Shouldn't they get to experience a bit of the Valentine's day love fest. I say yes! And rather than ply them with chocolate or stuffed red hearts that will end up some where in the back of their closet or under their bed, this Valentine's Day show your kids how much you love … [Read more...]
Get Crafty with this DIY Terrarium
While I love to get crafty with my kids and get elbow deep in art projects, let's face it -- it is virtually impossible to ever really clean up glitter, which can so easily and quickly get embedded in your carpet fibers and don't even get me started on play dough- it has been banned from my house! That is why Get Crafty with this DIY Terrarium is the perfect craft! But lest you think that … [Read more...]