Many people love school. I am always interested by the people that say they could go to college forever and dread the day they have to get a real job. That’s never been me. I went to Santa Clara University in California where I majored in communications and minored in political science. All things being… Continue reading Learning Disabled, I Am
The Joys of Being a Stepmom (I’m not being sarcastic)
My stepdaughter graduated from high school last week. It’s surreal that the little five year old I met when my husband and I started dating is now 18, out of high school, and heading to college in fall. I’m so proud of all that she has accomplished. She worked hard in school, pushing… Continue reading The Joys of Being a Stepmom (I’m not being sarcastic)
So You Think You Can Dance: A Simple Guide to handling weddings, Bar Mitzvahs and 50th Anniversary Parties Sober
In rehab I had a wonderful councelor with many years of sobriety that told us some things just won’t be as fun when you are sober It was one of those moments when I felt my heart break, and at the same time a huge weight came off my shoulders. That’s because when I got… Continue reading So You Think You Can Dance: A Simple Guide to handling weddings, Bar Mitzvahs and 50th Anniversary Parties Sober
Downtime
I believe if you really want to do something, you find a way to work it into your schedule. There are so many people that talk about how they can’t do things because they are too busy. They’d love to workout, but they are too busy. Or, they wish they could read more, but (you… Continue reading Downtime
Skinny Confidential Juice Cleanse | A Review
I tried my first cleanse. After my food-filled trip to D.C., I knew I needed to get rid of the feelings of bloat and food hangover that were dragging me down. Generally, I’m a big fan of the 80/20 food rule The large portion of my diet is made up of healthy foods-… Continue reading Skinny Confidential Juice Cleanse | A Review
Maybe Dream It AND Do It?
I know everyone reading this has come up with amazing idea. You’re driving, or on a jog, or maybe bored out of your mind in class or a meeting, and then it hits you. THE IDEA Your brain goes into overdrive about how amazing this is going to be. But then, it… Continue reading Maybe Dream It AND Do It?
Gifts for Grads
This year my stepdaughter graduates from high school and I can barely wrap my brain around it. I’m so proud of all she has accomplished! The past few weeks have been so much fun. From Senior Ball to awards dinners, it’s been wonderful to celebrate all her hard work. I know soon we’ll move past… Continue reading Gifts for Grads
Little Love Hacks
My husband and I have been married for 11 years. Of course there have been ups and downs along the way, but overall I must say I am ridiculously happy, and I believe he feels the same. We look forward to time after work that we have together and love our weekends. I feel… Continue reading Little Love Hacks
Free Things To Do in D.C.
I’ve been blessed to visit Washington D.C. a few times over the years. I love the city because I find the energy so intriguing. Maybe it’s because I worked on a Congressional campaign many years ago – or because I binge watch House of Cards – whatever it is, I love spending time in D.C.… Continue reading Free Things To Do in D.C.
You’re Off Restriction
When we were little, most of us had our options limited by our parents. They restricted our junk food, controlled our TV choices, and set our curfew. Finally, when the magical age of independence appeared, we are off, free as a bird. We went to college or got an apartment with friends. Some of us… Continue reading You’re Off Restriction