2017-06-23 05:00
For me summer is a great excuse to unplug, kick bag and devour a great book. Carefree weekends spent lounging on your deck or patio, by the pool, or on the beach were made for reading. At… Read More
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Follow the adventures of a career girl turned stay-at-home mom of two girls. Because motherhood is a little bit of everything! Plus, must haves and cool finds!
2017-06-22 05:47
When your home hits the market, your number one goal is to sell as quickly as possible. By doing this, you'll avoid the nightmare scenario where a house is left for months or in some… Read More
2017-06-22 05:20
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If you’re in the process of searching for a new home, it is most likely the most important thing you’ll do this year. When you find "the one", the perfect home, it wil… Read More
2017-06-20 16:56
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Now that summer break has arrived, many parents are feeling in an extra pinch in their schedules. Whether you work full-time, part-time, or stay-at-home, we are all feeling a litt… Read More
2017-06-19 04:00
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It's Monday, and what better time to chat about ways to get off on the right foot the moment our feet hit the floor? We’ve all heard the expression ‘waking up on the w… Read More
2017-06-19 03:53
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Sleep. It’s such a simple thing. But, when you have kids, your sleep patterns definitely start to change. Before you were a parent, you could get all of the sleep you… Read More
2017-06-19 03:09
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If you have young children, it's always good to have a few back up plans for sumer activities in the event of inclement or overly hot weather. Summer doesn't always mean vacation… Read More
2017-06-19 02:34
Whether you’ve just moved into a new house, or you’ve been settled for several years and you’re planning to sell, there are a number of ways you can breathe lif… Read More
2017-06-14 21:51
When I was a kid, we took one vacation a year. It was to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware for a week. I have so many great memories from those weeks, but one thing always comes back to me: once th… Read More
2017-06-13 13:40
Once you fall into a bad sleeping pattern, it can be a monumental task getting out of it. Whether you are a new mom and have a little baby waking you constantly throughout the night or you a… Read More
2017-06-13 02:05
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When you’re struggling to get something clean, it can feel like the most frustrating thing ever. Whether you’re trying to get your whites whiter or to remove a bad… Read More
2017-06-12 15:37
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It seems the the health of our planet has been getting a lot of publicity lately. From large scale global climate control to… Read More
2017-06-10 02:46
photo viaHouse hunting for you and your family can be a very exciting time, and your imagination can run wild with ideas of what the new rooms and outdoor spaces could be transformed… Read More
2017-06-09 14:53
photo viaWe all know how important it is for our kids to eat a healthy, nutrient-packed diet, but as anyone who’s ever brought up a fussy toddler will know, feeding your kids t… Read More
2017-06-07 13:26
Do you ever feel as if you're in a never-ending battle to keep your kids happy, healthy and safe? Welcome to parenthood! You’re a watchful protector, just waiting to swoop in a… Read More
2017-06-06 16:39
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There is no doubt about it that shopping for clothes with your kids can be a stressful experience. From dealing with boys who get bored easily and simply d… Read More
2017-06-04 20:56
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The 21st century is all about technology and progress. In the past, we would have had a TV, refrigerator, and a few other minor household appliances that needed to be powered… Read More
2017-06-01 04:06
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It's not difficult to spend a small fortune on home decor and furniture. But one of the biggest improvements you can make is something many people don't even consider: lig… Read More
2017-06-01 03:35
We all know what our dad's want for their birthday and Father’s Day. Don’t we? Surely they will be more than happy with a new tie, a fresh pair of slippers and a ‘W… Read More
2017-05-30 21:53
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It's time to take your at-home smoothies to the next level.
There's no easier way to get y… Read More
2017-05-28 01:57
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The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale is in full-swin… Read More
2017-05-26 05:41
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With summer approaching, it is a great time to get your kids outside and playing in the backyard. From giant yard games to sand pits to swing sets, and tree houses, the kids a… Read More
2017-05-25 14:35
As a parent, it's important to make time to treat yourself. Many moms just focus on the family, and this can mean that they neglect themselves and their own needs, and that’s n… Read More
2017-05-25 14:14
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As parents, we are responsible for teaching our children how to look after the environment around them. After all, they are the future, and when we have long left the world, we… Read More
2017-05-25 13:46
Fashion plays an important part in all of our lives. Even if you don’t consider yourself to be overly focused on fashion, the clothes that you put on your body each day are a refle… Read More
2017-05-23 04:30
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Like most moms, I lead a full, hectic, busy life of juggling events, activities, and priorities. Whether it's the weeke… Read More
2017-05-23 03:01
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Packing up the family and moving is often unavoidable. Sometimes it's a job transfer, the promise of a more appealing climate, the ability to be closer to family that prompt a mov… Read More
2017-05-19 04:50
Helloooooo, Friday! This week was either flying by at lightning speed (when I was at the beach with Harper) or crawling at a snail's pace (those 6 miles on the treadmill). But here we are… Read More
2017-05-18 14:35
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Most children will express an interest in cooking at some point in their lives. Usually, they like to get involved in baking sweet treats like cookies, donuts… Read More
2017-05-17 14:27
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Buying gifts can be something of a challenge at the best of times and even when you have an in depth knowledge of the recipient. Very few people will put time or money into a gift… Read More
2017-05-16 15:39
photo viaWhen you’re a new mom, the first family vacation with your new baby can feel like a pretty daunting experience. It can be easy to see why many people don’t choos… Read More
2017-05-16 00:21
Somewhere along the lines of becoming mothers, we stop prioritizing ourselves and focus solely on the care of our children. It's the natural progression of things. Our children and… Read More
2017-05-15 02:28
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Over the years my approach to reading for leisure has drastically changed. As a busy mom to two, full-time work at home mom… Read More
2017-05-11 13:00
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Professional makeup artists know how to put on makeup so that their clients look beautiful, flawless and stunning. Even better, they know how to do this fast. So, if you w… Read More
2017-05-09 13:44
One scroll through your Instagram feed, and it's easy to catch the remodeling bug. I can go to bed loving most aspects of my house, yet wake up the next morning ready to makeover every s… Read More
2017-05-05 05:00
Hey there! Happy Friday!! We have a few changes here at Friday Fresh Picks, so let's get right into those first.
We have two new faces in the crowd! Yay!! Heather and Kimberlee are new to t… Read More
2017-05-03 01:11
Mother's Day is a little more than a week away. For some reason, this day always sneaks up on me, and I end up sending everyone texts because I didn't plan well enough in advance to buy cu… Read More
2017-04-28 04:30
I'm always on the lookout for fun, inexpensive items that add flair to my home, my outfit, or my life. I've tracked down five items that every woman needs now. From entertaining to your of… Read More
2017-04-26 20:42
A handbag is not only a great way to tie your look together it is also a fashion statement that reveals much more about you than just your style preferences. Next time you grab for y… Read More
2017-04-26 02:33
Cinco de Mayo is one of those no-pressure holidays where you're all about the food and the fun. It's kind of like Thanksgiving. You kick back and enjoy the native food and festivities. Mor… Read More
2017-04-26 01:27
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Vacations are meant to be indulgent. Whether it's food, cocktails, activities, and fun, what you do on vacation is intended to be excessive. You get to take a vacation from your e… Read More
2017-04-21 04:30
We are currently enjoying a much needed getaway to Arizona. We flew into Phoenix yesterday and will be headed to Tucson a little later today. In honor of our our desert vacation, I'm sharing… Read More
2017-04-20 13:08
photo viaIf you’ve fallen in love with a dress that you bought to impress, you might be wary about wearing it time and again. However, if you love it, you're definitely wanting to… Read More
2017-04-19 01:51
The official countdown to summer has begun here at the Jersey shore. We take our summers seriously. From the beaches to the boardwalks to the summer eats, we don't mess around. There's no… Read More
2017-04-18 03:41
Cinqo de Mayo is one of those no-pressure holidays where you're all about the food and the fun. It's kind of like Thanksgiving. You kick back and enjoy the native food and festivities. Mor… Read More
2017-04-14 03:01
photo viaSpring cleaning, in some way, shape or form, comes with the territory for most people. It’s the time of year to do the deep cleaning jobs that we often ignore on a daily b… Read More
2017-04-13 02:48
Whenever we entertain for a large group, I like to serve a signature cocktail or drink. It keeps people from being overwhelmed with choices of wine, beer, and cocktails, and it makes it mu… Read More
2017-04-11 14:08
photo viaWith summer, sun, and fun well on its way, many of us are thinking about our summer holiday. Of course, the holidays we choose vary. Some people opt to stay close to home, w… Read More
2017-04-11 13:18
Over the years I've amassed quite a collection of graphic and statement tees. They are a fun way to express yourself without saying anything at all. From politically-charged to pet-related… Read More
2017-04-10 04:30
This week can be described only one way: the storm before the calm. We have lots going on this week in preparation for Easter weekend and our spring break trip to Arizona. So let's get rig… Read More
2017-04-07 13:16
Millenial pink. Everyone's talking about it. Everyone's wearing it. Everyone's decorating with it. It's time to ride the millenial pink wave. This color isn't going anywhere anytime soon… Read More
2017-04-05 13:55
Spring is a time for new life. The earth blossoms and puts on a beautiful show. It is easy for your house to seem rather drab in comparison after a long, gloomy winter. If you are feelin… Read More
2017-04-05 00:33
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After talking about it for several years, it's finally happening. We are going to Phoenix and Tucson for spring break. Our kids have neve… Read More
2017-04-03 04:30
Let's do this, Monday! It's time for another week's worth of epic recipes. With spring-like weather on tap for the week, it's time to lighten things up around here.
Here's what's on our p… Read More
2017-03-27 04:30
Now that we are a few weeks into lacrosse season, I've gotten smarter about meal planning and preparation. Lacrosse practice pick up and scrimmages do not cooperate with meal time. I've be… Read More
2017-03-24 04:10
Yellow is such a fun, happy color. It embodies sunshine and happiness. So why then do I so seldomly wear it? Part of the reason is that I am blonde, and blondes notoriously look horrible i… Read More
2017-03-23 03:38
Over the course of the past few years, I've been attempting to clean up my diet and make better choices about what I put in my body. While some people are able to make sweeping changes ove… Read More
2017-03-20 04:30
I took a break from menu planning last week. It was a combination of being slightly burned out and having a crazy, up in the air week that didn't exactly lend itself to sticking to any sort… Read More
2017-03-15 13:54
It’s important that you create a home in which your children know they belong and in which they feel safe. They may not be comfortable in the wide world yet, but their quest for self-r… Read More
2017-03-14 15:43
This is the time of year when we take one look at our monthly energy bill and go running for the hills. The rising cost of energy can be daunting. We all want to cut your consumption and… Read More
2017-03-14 02:18
I've watched Nicole Richie's style evolve over the years. She has finally settled on a look that combines both classic pieces with bohemian ones for a look that is distinctively chic yet cla… Read More
2017-03-13 01:20
image viaIf you've been reading my blog for a while, you know that every Monday, I post my meal plan for the week. Most health nuts swear by meal prepping as do most organi… Read More
2017-03-10 22:23
Every once in a while a trend comes along that I can't get enough of. Such is the case with off-the-shoulder tops. Last spring and summer, I jumped on the bandwagon, and this season, I am th… Read More
2017-03-09 16:06
It was 15 years ago that I was planning the nursery of our first baby. It was such an exciting time in our lives, and of course, I wanted everything in the room to be perfect. Since you won'… Read More
2017-03-07 05:30
Every where I look, I am seeing gorgeous palm prints. And they have me so excited for warmer weather, soft breezes, and afternoons by the ocean. This fun, tropical print is perfect for overn… Read More
2017-03-07 03:40
Is your home feeling a little tired and dreary? Now that the days are getting longer and warmer with hints of spring, it's the perfect time to refresh your home and start your spring cleanin… Read More
2017-03-06 05:30
One way to make your week go smoothly is to put together a menu plan. The key for me is to stick to quick and easy meals that I can pull together any night of the week no matter how busy m… Read More
2017-03-06 04:01
The eating plan known as the Paleo diet is a food trend that's sweeping the nation. But what is Paleo and what are the advantages and disadvantages of eating in this way?
What is Paleo?
So… Read More
2017-03-06 03:22
Having you been dreaming of a bathroom renovation? Is an update with all the latest in bathroom trends on your wishlist? There's no reason that you can't own the bathroom you've always… Read More
2017-02-28 14:58
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While you never know when unexpected expenses will arise, you can minimize the financial upheaval that's often caused by unexpected bills by setting up an emergency fund. If… Read More
2017-02-28 02:45
Most of you know it as Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, but if you grew up in central Pennsylvania (better known as Pennsylvania Dutch country), you know the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday as Fastna… Read More
2017-02-27 05:30
One way to make your week go smoothly is to put together a menu plan. They work for me, and they also keep me from ordering takeout, which can get expensive and unhealthy. The key for me i… Read More
2017-02-20 05:30
Happy President's Day! We are coming off a spectacular weekend weather wise. It was like spring here in the northeast on Saturday and Sunday. It made me crave a juicy burger on the grill t… Read More
2017-02-18 00:37
J. Crew is killing it with their new spring arrivals. Have you seen them? They are nothing short of gorgeous. I'm definitely one of those people who goes through brand phases when it comes t… Read More
2017-02-16 00:14
I'm always looking for shortcuts when it comes to dinner. Whether it's a bag of pre-chopped frozen vegetables or a complete meal kit, I'm all about saving time (and saving a little money i… Read More
2017-02-13 05:30
Is it that time again? Geez! The weeks fly by, and before I know it, it's Sunday afternoon and time to plan the week's menu. Lots of good and easy stuff this week. So, let's just dive righ… Read More
2017-02-08 18:53
Once the excitement of the holidays ends, and the thick of winter sets in, it's easy to get stuck in a funk. With little to no signs of spring, it's hard to imagine that warmer weather and… Read More
2017-02-06 05:30
When I plan our weekly meals, I need to take into account my general schedule, my husband's travel schedule, the kids' after school schedules and activities as well as any special goings o… Read More
2017-02-03 15:45
I'm a sucker for trendy foods that are both pretty and tasty. French macarons definitely qualify. I mean, on any given day on Instagram, you're likely to see thousands of pictures of macaron… Read More
2017-02-03 02:23
In our house, dinner time is often hectic and chaotic with everyone being pulled in different directions. I could be helping with homework while I am chopping vegetables, checking email… Read More
2017-01-30 16:01
Our homes are our biggest investments. Whether you plan to stay in yours for years to come or you are planning to sell in the near future, adding value to your home in small ways will only b… Read More
2017-01-30 11:45
We were supposed to be waking up to a blanket of snow on the ground this morning. It's been a mild winter so far, and I'm certainly not complaining about that. But it is nice to see a litt… Read More
2017-01-28 03:30
One of my blog goals for 2017 is to introduce a few more series-types of posts. Readers love the current series posts such as Best Online Reads, Life Lately, and Friday Fresh Picks, but you'… Read More
2017-01-25 16:01
When it comes to Valentine's Day, my husband and I definitely don't go big. Since our youngest daughter's birthday is February 13th, we reserve that day for celebrating big. But whether yo… Read More
2017-01-23 05:30
I am so ready to begin a new week. Last week did not turn out the way I expected. Both of my daughters were home sick on two separate days, and whenever that happens, it's hard to get work… Read More
2017-01-20 22:18
No matter what genre of television you like, you can find something to please you on Netflix. Lucky for me, I like a little bit of everything from documentaries to comedy to drama to true st… Read More
2017-01-19 03:24
When the winter gets so bad that you find you are actually stuck at home, it can be a nightmare at first. Most of us have been in this kind of situation, and it is often surprisingly disrupt… Read More
2017-01-17 16:54
One of my goals for 2017 is to be smarter about my purchases. My motto is fewer, better things. This means I want to buy fewer items, but the ones I buy are better quality. There was a time… Read More
2017-01-17 01:31
I'm a mom who cares about the environment and the materials I use in my everyday life and how they will ultimately affect my family's health. It all started when I began recycling over twent… Read More
2017-01-16 05:30
We are kicking off the week with a drive back from visiting my sister in Pennsylvania. Heading back to New Jersey with a full week ahead starting with my cardiologist appointment on our wa… Read More
2017-01-12 02:39
It's difficult to get motivated to go out as a family when the temperatures are hovering around freezing, and the house is warm and cozy. Sometimes the best plan is the one where you stay… Read More
2017-01-10 20:18
The holidays are over. Your Christmas tree is down, and the decorations all neatly (well, maybe) packed away until next year. Now what? It's the time of year when winter is just beginning… Read More
2017-01-09 05:30
As I put together this meal plan, I can think of nothing other than hot soups and chili...because it is FREEZING here. And when there is snow on the ground, I swear it feels at least 10 de… Read More
2017-01-06 16:50
After reading Marie Kondo's The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up last year, I've been making an effort to evaluate each purchase I make and every item I bring into our home. I've focused on… Read More
2017-01-05 04:42
Photo creditHave you made any New Year’s resolutions? January is an ideal time to take stock of your life and figure out what is and isn’t working for you. It’s a c… Read More
2017-01-05 03:13
Our weekday mornings are busy and full. With everyone scurrying around to get ready for work or school, there just isn't time to linger over a leisurely breakfast. Some mornings it's grab… Read More
2017-01-05 03:13
Our weekday mornings are busy and full. With everyone scurrying around to get ready for work or school, there just isn't time to linger over a leisurely breakfast. Some mornings it's grab… Read More
2017-01-03 18:02
Do you ever have the feeling that you are completely coming apart at the seams? Stitches unraveling and everything falling apart before your very eyes?
Towards the last quarter of 2016 I st… Read More
2017-01-03 18:02
Do you ever have the feeling that you are completely coming apart at the seams? Stitches unraveling and everything falling apart before your very eyes?
Towards the last quarter of 2016 I st… Read More
2017-01-03 03:41
Photo creditWhen you buy a home, you realize that this is the biggest purchase you'll ever make in your lifetime. Sure, you might move from one home to the next. But… Read More
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