A Season for Reaching Out
A reflection on friendship, compassion, and second chances. Years ago, I came down with a terrible case of the flu while living on the 23rd floor of an apartment building … read more
Article Category: Words of Wisdom
10 Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
1. Don’t over-schedule. Remember, it’s okay to say no. If your calendar can’t accommodate all your social demands, it’s fine to skip one—or all of them. 2. Take a walk. … read more
Parenting Pitfalls
Parents often miss the mark; the important part is making adjustments along the way. Recently, after offering my niece some unsolicited parenting advice, she let me know exactly what I … read more
Real Life Advice for Exhausted Parents
When you are parenting on an empty tank, here are some ways to recharge and refuel Modern parenting has become more than a full-time job. Today’s parents are not only … read more
Back to School Bashes
Back to School Events Back to School Splash Saturday, August 2 Check out this end-of-the-summer celebration with refreshments and children’s activities. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to … read more
Stay Calm in a Crunch
A Little Perspective Offers Big Rewards Years ago, my dad took his car to the dealership for a quick repair. They told him it would take, at most, an … read more
How Shared Family Goals Can Strengthen Connection
Busy routines and endless screens often pull families apart. Each person focuses on personal tasks, leaving little room for true connection. Dinner talks turn into quick updates while phones buzz … read more
One Mom’s Recipe for Resilience
I learned one of the most valuable lessons of my lifetime in ninth-grade English class. One day, as we sauntered into the classroom, our teacher, Mrs. Robbins, directed us to … read more
A Charming Adirondack Bed and Breakfast: A Sweet Retreat
Several years ago, after a day visiting our kids at summer camp, my husband Richard and I were hot, sweaty and tired. As we checked in to the Cornerstone Victorian … read more
Impractical Inquiries
They say there are no dumb questions. They are wrong. There are, in fact, many dumb questions. I know because I ask them more often than Kim Kardashian posts a … read more