Growing up, I was schooled by the matriarchs in our family to know the difference between the “good” laundry detergent and the “cheap stuff”. The good stuff (namely Tide) was more expensive but worth it due to it’s cleaning ability. I was taught to look for the excessive lather because that was an indicator …
This post was sponsored by The Original Harlem Globetrotters via US Family Guide. However, all opinions are my own!! Basketball is THE subject in my house right now. My son eats, sleeps, and breathes basketball. So when we heard the Harlem Globetrotters were coming to NYC, I knew I had to get him there. …
Growing up as the kid of a southerner, (my Mom was born in North Carolina), having sweet potatoes for dinner meant they were going to be served one way…candied. Yup, the traditional way smothered in brown sugar, molasses, and syrup. Don’t get me wrong, they are DELICIOUS, but they are far from healthy. …
New York Fashion Week is always a highlight of the year. The glitz, the glamour, and of course the fashion. But being able to attend an event with a greater purpose is always awesome. The Nylon Project was exactly this. Per the Nylon Project’s website, it was created to aid in NYC …
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun…that’s how the song goes, right? Cyndi Lauper sure knew what she was talking about because girls of all ages love getting together and finding a new place or activity to try during a Girl’s Night Out. As a mom, having these outings are essential as part of my …
Haul Video Alert!! It’s been waaaay too long since I’ve done a haul on my Youtube channel (Be sure to check out and subscribe to my channel by clicking HERE). But I’m super excited to share all of my great finds from Bed Bath & Beyond at Liberty View in Brooklyn …
Mid-winter recess is coming up in the NYC area so start getting your schedules prepped! Nothing is worst than a bunch of bored kids in the house…believe me. Well, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the most electrifying athletes on the planet, will bring their spectacular show to Madison Square …
Sun, beaches, drinks with little umbrellas, sleeping on the beach…these are all things I dream about during these cold and blustery winter days. Well, thankfully I was able to attend the 2017 New York Times Travel Show with press access which allowed me to find out about some of the best …
Call me an optimist, but I truly believe most people want to do and be better. This desire varies from person to person and depends on what point a person may be in their life. Admittedly, things and topics that didn’t seem to matter to me at 19 are incredibly valuable now that I’m 35. …
Packing for a family trip should end with certificates and medals being given to those that complete the task with the least amount of stress as possible. Though I’m still trying to master the stress-free packing thing, I have narrowed down my must have list so well that I’m able to pack my …
As a native Brooklynite, I have always had a love/hate relationship with my borough when it comes to shopping. While, it is part the Big Apple, which is known as the fashion and shopping capital of the world, there are a ton of other amazing stores in other parts of the country …
If someone asked me what my list of kitchen staples were, apple cider vinegar and baking soda would be at the top. Both of these ingredients are awesome multi-purpose workhorses in the house and personal health. According to this study, baking soda can help to degrade some pesticides on the surface. However, there’s no true …
If there was one media channel that I would pretty much bet on giving spot-on travel information, it would be the New York Times!! I don’t know about you, but I can easily get lost in the travel section of the Times for hours if you let me. Well, my daydreams are …
Being the city dwelling family that we are, (at least for now), we are always looking for opportunities to get away from the hustle and bustle for a little quality time together. Last week, we were happy to sneak in a mid-week visit to Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashatucket, CT. With fall on it’s way, …
If you ask any New York City resident what they think of when you say the word Foxwoods, family friendly is not the first thing that pops into their mind. Located less than 3 hours from the heart of the city, Foxwoods Resorts Casino has been a great weekend getaway option for New York couples …
Being a native Brooklynite has it’s ups and downs. One of the positives is that you know the “new” trendy neighborhoods by their original name because that’s where you grew up. One of the negatives is that you get really jaded to some of the great tourist attractions in and around the borough. In an effort …
It’s no secret that Brooklyn is steadily becoming “THE place to visit” in the NYC area. With it’s history, culture, and overall cool factor, it’s no wonder you’re seeing more camera toting tourists on the streets of good old BK. However, as a native Brooklynite, my list of “places to visit before leaving Brooklyn” is quite …
Original artwork is always on the wish list of anyone trying to jazz up their home. However, it often stays on that list due to the outrageous cost associated with attaining artwork. . Etsy is an amazing marketplace for unique and affordable handmade and vintage goods of all sorts. On …
DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. ALL OF THE OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES SHARED BELOW ARE MY OWN. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR AND DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH PRIOR TO TRYING ANY NEW DIET, SUPPLEMENT, OR PROTOCOL. Oatmeal is a go-to breakfast food that so happens to be pretty darn healthy, (and ridiculously tasty …
When it comes to purchasing prescription eyeglasses, we are all pretty used to just doing what has always been done…make an appointment, get an eye exam, and pick out a pair of glasses from the options the store gives you. And being that these are one of the few “investments” you will walk around with, (on …