The blog post where the kids are actually looking forward to going back to school. Read more →

As I strive for continued excellence in being a source of entertainment for my teens and tween, as well as the entire Jersey coastline, dammit. Read more →

If peonies scream, do the men with jackhammers hear them? Read more →

A week ago (today) my oldest daughter and I traveled into NYC to tape a segment of Katie Couric's new daytime television show (never thought I would say that OUT LOUD...right?...me, either)! We were both super-excited to be able to share in the experience of my being asked to blog during the taping (I'll be the one hiding behind a borrowed laptop) the subject matter, however, left us both feeling emotionally, mentally and physically exhausted. I am not at liberty to share with you what the show was about (not yet, anyways, it's airing next month) I can tell you,... Read more →

Today, it's my turn to help: every single comment left on my #blogust post raises $20.00 to help save the life a child in need and a @shotatlife! Please click on the link, come on over to my blog, leave a comment (on my blog post, not Facebook) and help me prove that nice really does matter...YO! Read more →

I'm a stupid mom blogger and my kids are okay with it, sort of. Read more →

This recap took MUCH longer to write than it will take to read -- you're welcome!!!! Read more →