Archive for the ‘Blog’ Category
My Empty Nest by Jennifer Hamm
May 14th, 2023
I have four sons. I am their full-time mom. This line makes me laugh – as if there’s a ‘part-time’ mom role available? For 25 years I have lived my life consciously and sometimes subconsciously making this decision. Every day, until my eyes close shut at night, these boys have ...
The Museum of Broadway – Where All Broadway Shows Unite: Review by Antonia Kasper Hinman
April 28th, 2023
A pink Ziegfeld Follies dressing room; A blue and yellow Westside Story Jets jacket; Oklahoma corn “as high as an elephant’s eye”; A headdress from Hello Dolly (worn by Bette Midler and Bernadette Peters); A flowered, groovy swing reminiscent of the musical Hair; Patti LuPone’s wig from Evita; Paneled ...
JoyAmo Custom Name Necklaces: Review by Robin Gorman Newman
April 3rd, 2023
Mother's Day and gifting jewelry often go together! I discovered JoyAmo Custom Name Necklaces & Jewelry a number of months ago, so with Mother's Day quickly approaching, I knew they would be the perfect destination for gifts for loved ones (and myself). As per their website, here are some specifics…… Our fashionable ...
Gazillion Bubble Show: Review by Ali King
April 3rd, 2023
Gazillion Bubble Show is simply an extravaganza of bubble magic that is sure to capture any child from 0-100. The theater is Off Broadway at New World Stages 350 West 50th Street near the theater district. The 60 minute, no intermission show has been running for approximately 15 years. Gazillion Bubble ...
How To Shed Stubborn Post-partum Weight As An Older Mom
April 1st, 2023
Contrary to what many believe, pregnancy-related weight gain can continue after giving birth. A study focusing on changes in diet from pregnancy to post-birth found that diet health was significantly lower during breastfeeding compared to during pregnancy. Specifically, this difference in dietary habits can be explained by the higher consumption of treats ...
Enough About The Baby by Becky Vieira (Book Excerpt)
March 22nd, 2023
While there is no way to completely escape unsolicited advice, there are things you and your partner can both do to help soften the impact of this well-intentioned but often unbearable aspect of parenting. 1. Make a plan before your baby arrives. My husband and I never thought twice about unsolicited advice ...
influential Arieses (is that the plural of Aries?) in my life by pamela francis
March 21st, 2023
Luther Vandross. I’ve met a lot of people, but not him. I wasn’t about to regale you with another story from my illustrious Hollywood past (Yea, ok). But Luther Vandross was a very influential Aries in my life when I was between ten and maybe… twenty years old. After that, ...
Best Tips for Moms this Tax Season
March 16th, 2023
Tax season poses quite a few challenges for many households, but moms can tend to find themselves scrambling the most to ensure they’re taking advantage of every credit and break. With the tax code being a chore to navigate, it’s almost impossible to feel confident that you’re maximizing your refund ...
I’m Not Okay With Gray: How to Create An Extraordinary Life After 50 by Coach Michael Taylor (Book Excerpt)
March 14th, 2023
Over the years, I have attended motivational seminars (including walking on 1200 degree hot coals), I’ve been to therapy, I’ve learned how to meditate, I’ve immersed myself in sensory deprivation tanks, and I’ve had transcendent spiritual experiences that have connected me to a power greater than myself. But if I ...
Becomes a Woman is Brilliant! Show Review by Antonia Kasper Hinman
March 3rd, 2023
(Photo left to right: Pearl Rhein as Florry, Emma Pfitzer Price as Francie and Gina Daniels as Tessie. Photo credit: Todd Cerveris) Brilliantly written, directed and acted, it’s hard to believe that Becomes a Woman, written by Betty Smith has never been published or produced…until now. Even if you are ...
