“I’m sorry guys but we’re going to have to cut you.”
“What? We’ve been in every production every year.”
“I know. I’m sorry. But our funding has been dimin...
For a naturalized American like my mother Marucci, Thanksgiving’s also a celebration of democracy. That means political “discussions” (spiced with cordial argum...
Dad asked for a Zoom call on Thanksgiving this year. I was surprised as this was an unusual request for two reasons. One, getting Dad up and running on Zoom was...
Imagine three years ago, the effort of fake joy I had to project while we opened gifts around the Christmas tree with our young-adult children and only my husba...
When I think about Thanksgiving’s of before I hear the haunting melody of the harmonica and imagine Billy Joel at the piano.
Son, can you play me a memory? I...
A forkful of dark meat enveloped in brown crackly skin topped with crispy stuffing and a smidge of cranberry sauce — my perfect Thanksgiving bite. It’s all abou...
"Mom, you're living in fear," My son texted in all caps.
"No, I am cautious and protective. Two qualities you love about me."
"Mom, you turned the garage into...
If you believe in epigenetics, you would know that we Jews come from hardy stock, having survived persecution, pogroms and the Holocaust. So maybe I come by it ...
The best gifts for everyone on your Christmas gift giving list! From your significant other, to friends and to kids, we have the ultimate shopping guide for great gifts. ...
With the holidays fast approaching and most of us choosing to shop online, I recommend shopping early to avoid inventory shortages and expected shipping delays. Here are my top pics under $50 and small enough to fit in luggage (ideal for family members who are traveling over the holidays) or for stocking stuffers. ...
Being outdoors this winter will be the best and safest way to exercise and socialize with friends and extended family. Getting fresh air is also good for our mental health, which is a big plus, especially now. There are so many fun outdoor activities to do in the winter including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skating, and of course walking. There is something for everyone in my top picks for outdoor fun this winter. ...
I had my head shaved two months ago after my first chemo treatment. Anticipating all kinds of horrifying ego pain…and excruciating first glances in the mirror…and traumatizing my dear ones by the reveal of my naked head… l am shockingly, weirdly, gratefully at peace with it. In a making lemonade out of lemons moment, I am free for the first time in memory of being at the mercy of a bad hair day equaling a bad day....
The curse of the organized is that you are called upon to help those less fortunate. When you have a kid who is organizational challenged that means years of backpack cleaning, camp trunk excavating, and end of the year college room packing up.
Freddy had a rough first year in college.......
If you missed this New York Times piece, it's a must read for kids coming home from college.
"Plan out the trip home and set ground rules for safe socializing. And remember that they’ve had a tough year, too, so give them the space to talk about it.
“Rates of anxiety, depression and general malaise among my college patients have never been this bad, even compared to after 9/11,” said Dr. Julia Turovsky, a clinical psychologist in Chatham, N.J....
My twenty-four year-old son stood in front of me and said, “I’m going to propose to Sara.”
Of course I was excited for him. I loved Sara and they loved each other. But in my head I yelled, “nooooooo. I’m not ready!” I was okay with my son getting married, but I wasn’t ready to witness the beginning of his marriage so close to the end of my own. It was just six weeks earlier that his dad and I had agreed to divorce....
I never wanted to be on Starship Enterprise when Captain Kirk looked over to Spock and said, "We are going into lockdown." The magical sliding doors would seal and the Captain's Deck would be contained. And we would spend the next 30 minutes watching anxiously what was going to happen during this containment.
I'm not sure who is playing Captain Kirk, I think we tend to switch off, on our Starship America 2020, my husband may not agree with that assessment. He and I are refining our skills in the cockpit of our lives. And we are creating daily routines on our Starship America 2020 during our containment....
How we gather and celebrate the holidays may look different this year. The number of people we entertain may be smaller than we would like it to be, or we may be celebrating over Zoom with our loved ones. No matter what your plans are, setting a festive holiday table will help to create a celebratory atmosphere. ...
I am so excited to highlight a new retailer, Quince, who has generated quite a lot of buzz in a very short time. They are a manufacturer to consumer start-up from San Francisco that launched in mid October (yes, just a few weeks ago!) Quince sells fashion and home goods that are high quality, made in a sustainable way, and sold at radically low prices. ...
And so Thanksgiving 2020 came to pass with a whimper, a nod and a sigh. It started out with big plans, then those plans got whittled and whittled til they were so little that after months of conversation, there were none. There were No Plans.
And this was echoed across the land....
The curse of the organized is that you are called upon to help those less fortunate. When you have a kid who is organizational challenged that means years of backpack cleaning, camp trunk excavating, and end of the year college room packing up.
Freddy had a rough first year in college.......
If you missed this New York Times piece, it's a must read for kids coming home from college.
"Plan out the trip home and set ground rules for safe socializing. And remember that they’ve had a tough year, too, so give them the space to talk about it.
“Rates of anxiety, depression and general malaise among my college patients have never been this bad, even compared to after 9/11,” said Dr. Julia Turovsky, a clinical psychologist in Chatham, N.J....
Here are some festive looks to put you and your loved ones in the holiday mood this season. Many are half off for Black Friday, but the deals only last through this Friday or Saturday, depending on the retailer. Shop early to take advantage of the deep discounts!...
With many of us spending more time outside right now, wearing layers is key to feeling comfortable. Here are my pics for layering this winter to stay warm, comfy, and fashionable. Most are on deep discount for a very short period of time due to Black Friday promotions so shop now to get the best deals....
Being outdoors this winter will be the best and safest way to exercise and socialize with friends and extended family. Getting fresh air is also good for our mental health, which is a big plus, especially now. There are so many fun outdoor activities to do in the winter including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skating, and of course walking. There is something for everyone in my top picks for outdoor fun this winter. ...
With the holidays fast approaching and most of us choosing to shop online, I recommend shopping early to avoid inventory shortages and expected shipping delays. Here are my top pics under $50 and small enough to fit in luggage (ideal for family members who are traveling over the holidays) or for stocking stuffers. ...
The best gifts for everyone on your Christmas gift giving list! From your significant other, to friends and to kids, we have the ultimate shopping guide for great gifts. ...
