When my goddaughter was recently called the N-word at school – by a fellow third grader — I was heartbroken but not surprised. It’s a terrible rite of passage for so many Black kids and the incident set off painful recollections of “the first time” in my group chats. “For me, it happened in kindergarten […]
If you’re fascinated by American history, there’s no better destination than Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. More than 160 years since the Battle of Gettysburg ended, this picturesque town with one monumental story continues to inspire millions of visitors each year. While best known as the site of the Civil War’s most pivotal battle and where President […]
As the mother of a three-year-old and six-month-old, I would use one word to describe my life right now: full. So, when dinner time comes around, I look for meals that meet four requirements: 1. Filling enough for my husband Max, who usually eats two servings, and myself2. Takes less than 30 minutes (including prep […]
After my marriage ended, I took a year off dating to clear my head. But this past February, I decided I was as ready as I’d ever be and signed up for a dating app. And, while there have been ups and downs, of course — and some of the profiles are wild! — I’ve overall […]
Good news! Quince — the San Francisco-based brand that creates luxury essentials at reasonable prices — is having one of their biggest sales of the year. They rarely hold sales, so we’re eyeing their beautiful pieces to wear year-round — like big sunglasses and this ribbed skirt. Here are a few more favorites… First, how […]
This weekend, I stumbled upon a way to help my kids stop bickering… Toby, Anton and I were lucky enough to be able to borrow a friend’s house on the North Fork. How gorgeous is it??? She has an incredible eye for color and pattern. The “before” photo lol When we arrived, however, both boys […]
What are you up to this weekend? We are lucky enough to be staying at a friend’s house by the beach, and their home is filled with prints and patterns. Even the towels and silverware and lamps are patterned, and I love it. Hope you have a good one, and here are a few links […]
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When it comes to marriage, we’ve talked about everything from funny pet peeves to how to make sex great, and over the years, we’ve collected some priceless reader comments. Here are some favorites… On great advice: “People often say that communication is the key to a successful marriage, but I disagree. I believe it’s KIND […]
It’s after Memorial Day which means it’s summer which means it’s about to be July which means it’s almost my birthday. A few years ago, by accident, I started a new birthday tradition. Here’s what happened… In late spring, I ordered some colorful glasses. I loved the bubble-y blown glass, but when they arrived, I […]