Tag: family

September 11th: Why I Will Never Forget

Tuesday September 11, 2001. Most adults remember where they were on this fateful morning. This is my family's story... I kiss my husband goodbye. There is a beautiful crystal clear sky as I drive to work on the Garden State Parkway heading towards NYC. Andy makes his way to work on the 38th floor of the South Tower in the World Trade Center. We are newlyweds, only married 6 weeks, enjoying our new life in and around the city. The view of the Twin Towers is amazing.

Finding Divine Beauty in Age Gaps

Age gaps can be divine.  I am a mom of five, which means we have a significant age gap between our eldest and our youngest....

60 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Families

Summer is just around the corner, and for moms everywhere, it's not just a season – it's an adventure waiting to happen! As the days...

To My Kids on Father’s Day: A Tribute to My Dad...

There are so many ways to be a good dad. I pray that you always know what we’ve been given in my dad and also in yours.

Caring for Kids with Disabilities

Raising kids is tough. Raising kids with disabilities is tougher.  You learn a whole new language. Endless terms and acronyms like IEP. Adaptive. 504. Respite....

Tips and Tricks for Better Sleep

When I was a kid, I could sleep anywhere. On sofas. In cars. On planes. In sleeping bags. Anywhere. These days? Not. So. Much. Since my...

Autism: Wonderful Humans, Wired Differently

Our teenage son still enjoys watching Peppa Pig. He still jumps up from the breakfast table to watch the garbage truck. He sometimes watches...

Tips and Tricks To Simplify Your Life

Do you ever dream of simpler times? I don’t know how it happened. We have dishwashers, washing machines, smart phones, robotic vacuums, wash-and-wear clothes, air...

Organizing the Family’s Finances

So, you’ve organized your closet. And your basement storage area. Maybe even your pantry. Is it time to organize your finances? The idea for getting...

Fun Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

A few years back, two friends and I met on St. Patrick’s Day for a green beer at a local Irish pub. I’ve known...