I am a rewards collector. For years I resisted but once I started I dove right in. The problem is that I hardly ever redeem my points because it just doesn't seem worthwhile. I still have to pay taxes and fees on flights, the big ticket items are out of reach and the smaller things, although … [Read more...]
The Cure for the Post-Camp Blues
My son was at camp for a month this year, my daughter, 2 weeks. Returning home is always a major downer for my guys - nothing to do, the food stinks - so this year I decided to ease the transition. Most years they come home and they go from fun and activity all day everyday to 2 working parents … [Read more...]
Dear Mom.
Dear Mom,This past weekend I babysat your two youngest grandchildren. It's funny, the anniversary of your death passed just a few short weeks ago and I thought about you that day but from a distant place. This weekend my heart ached for you.If you were alive it would have been you babysitting. But, … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Road Trip
Last week I spent my time on the road. I have always loved the excitement of a road trip with the potential for something new around every corner. That was especially true on this trip because I was hitting part of the East Coast of the U.S. that I had never been to. I had lived in Boston for awhile … [Read more...]
When the Kittens are Away…
This is the first year ever that both of my kids are going to sleepover camp. It is year 4 for my son and my daughter's very first time. My son who is almost 13 is there for a month, my daughter who is 9.5 is there for 2 weeks. I am excited for both of them but a little anxious. A month is a … [Read more...]
Thicker Than Water
Growing up I always felt really sad for those kids who weren't close to their cousins. Throughout my childhood and now in my adult life, my extended family is very important. I think I am closer to some of my cousins than many of my friends are to their siblings! It's funny because my cousins … [Read more...]
I’m Addicted To Stress And Maybe That’s Not A Bad Thing
I was recently reading an article in Chatelaine magazine called Stop Being a Stress Junkie. I read it curiously because I am one of those people who thrives on stress. I love being so busy that I don't have time to stop and think. I love the challenge of a fast-paced project with so many arms and … [Read more...]
The Adventures of An Entrepreneur – Here I Go Again!
Nearly 7 years ago I took the biggest risk of my life. I quit my fabulous packaged goods marketing job and started UrbanMoms. I never, ever considered being an entrepreneur. In fact, it scared the hell out of me. But I just couldn't resist the opportunity I saw before me as this wonderful community … [Read more...]
I Can See Clearly Now.
If there is one thing I would be devastated to lose it would be my sight. But, considering this, it is probably the one aspect of my health I pay the least attention to. My daughter wears glasses so she has regular vision check ups but my husband and I don't. Why? For some reason it is down on the … [Read more...]
Motherless Mother’s Day
I miss you. I love you. I wish you were here.I lost my mom nearly three years ago. Mother's Day is damn hard. Those of us who have lost our mothers are invisible. It is too sad and tragic for others, especially now. This post is for all of us who long for our mothers every day and feel that ache … [Read more...]
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