2011 was a good year. Yes, it had its sadness, particularly when our Sethy Boy passed away… and its challenges, like the foot injury I developed that has prevented me from running since March… but overall I look back on the year with fond memories. Some of the highlights: Cheering for Brian at the finish of his 4th Boston Marathon [...]

Every woman I’ve talked to about the New Year has one of these goals in mind… 1. To have another baby or… 2. Lose some weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle The two of them can’t go together. You’re either looking to gain the weight or looking to lose it. Plain and simple. For those looking to lose some weight [...]

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.” Coco Chanel said that… and it’s one of my favorite fashion quotes. The one thing I do love about fashion is that it doesn’t come down to anything in particular. [...]

Happy New Year! As I write this post, all I can see is snow outside my window… it’s almost like the universe saying, “Blank slate! Start fresh! Start anew!” (Look at me trying to find a positive spin on snow!) 2009 was a great year… I watched in astonishment as my 4 little boys suddenly were “bigger boys!” Talking. Playing [...]

Ever since I can remember, this week in December I do the same thing. I start getting ready for the New Year. I always get excited for a New Year. As hokey and pokey as it sounds, it is a NEW YEAR. A new time. A new beginning. A new start. A fresh start. I always feel fearless January 1st. [...]

It’s very quiet in my home this morning.  By now, Audrey and Jane and at least 2 little boys and 2 doggies are usually here.   The coffee pot is filled with its second round.  The Twitter bell is tinkling away. Not this morning.  Audrey is spending time with her little guys in their little Santa land.  And her in-laws are [...]