Some stories are long. They make for long posts. Some stories feel long. And they are so exhausting that they make for short posts. This one is the latter. *** I have written so much about Valentine's Day over the years; I have written about love and gratitude; I have told stories of our past; Last year's post was particularly fun (and reminds me ...
I have made it no secret that I am actually one of those people who loves Valentine's Day. I don't love it because it is a cheap or forced excuse to celebrate love; I just don't understand not liking it. If you love someone, then tell them every day. Including on Valentine's Day. It can be ...
As I have mentioned, this week I will be featuring some very special opportunities, deals and ideas for you so that you can get the right gift for anyone whom you may love (a partner, a friend, a family member--the list is endless). A fabulous gift idea at a reasonable price point is a pair of ...
"The entire ethos of Fashionkind stems from love." says Nina Farran, founder and owner of Fashionkind, whose mission states, "Fashion for humankind was founded under the belief that the fashion industry holds untapped power – monetary, social and environmental – that can and should be leveraged to influence positive change." Fashionkind is an extraordinary company; Under Nina's ...
and the babe and I are busy picking out her heart day ensemble. Lola and Zig gave it their stamp of approval. So, you know, we're all good now. And, while we're on the subject, as I was just writing the date, I realized that today, February 13, 2011 is exactly the 10 year anniversary of a great milestone in my own life; the ...
March Second. It was a very cold, Saturday morning. I was home alone with my daughter, as my husband was out at a boy brunch to celebrate our dear family friend's birthday. (As a side note, this group of guys, which includes my dad, husband, brousins, family friend and his sons, is called the E Street Supper ...
"My customers say that because of me, I have provided a safe haven for them. My staff and I cheer them on through their trials and tribulations, as well as congratulate them through their successes. A place where they see familiar, smiling faces and hear kind, uplifting words. To buyer and seller, the exchange of the ...
I posted this image and caption on Instagram a few moments ago: I am so lucky that I already got such a lovely and perfect comment. If you can't read it, it says, "And I like-Perfect Just As You Are, even when you aren't your prettiest, or funniest or most joyful or best self." This was written ...
I was up a lot during the night last night. I don't think I got very much sleep, and for me, that translates into an increase in anxiety. I have been told by my psychiatrist that sleep is healing for the brain, and I notice that it has a profound impact on my mental state. My ...
When describing Mommy, Ever After, the first thing that comes to mind is, obviously "Mommy Blog", but I would say that some other associations are "postpartum depression", "little four eyes" and "dance parties". My site is not, and never has been, a sales site. Yes, I have ads and do occasional Partnerships with companies in ...
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