My editor at the Pocono Record asked those of us who write for Monroe Pike Life to send him our reflections on being a mom. Mine are below. What are your thoughts- on being a mom, a dad, a relative- thoughts on the responsibilities and unexpected joys of caring for children? Elizabeth Stone said having […]
Every family has its holiday traditions, and for ours, it’s just not Christmas without the Daytop holiday brunch. Daytop New Jersey is an outpatient and residential treatment center for adolescents in Mendham, NJ, delivering comprehensive substance abuse treatment and education. My dad is a volunteer and in his position has had a close up […]
Powerball was the big news this week and I have to confess I didn’t even know until the Pocono Record asked for my comments for the winner. Laurie Monteforte from WBRE news came to see me as well; check out the links just in case you happen to win someday- or know the two […]
Our military service members are a fine group of men and women, sacrificing for our nation and living a lifestyle that’s unique and challenging. Although they don’t do it for the thanks, I’m glad we have Veterans Day set aside to show them our gratitude that we celebrated last weekend. As a military mom it’s […]
My parents’ community celebrates Fourth of July like no other. They have pool parties, a bouncy house, a huge barbecue, and of course, the requisite fireworks display. But the highlight of the week-long celebration is the golf cart parade. My mom and my daughter have entered three years now, decorating the golf cart and strategizing […]
Sunday dinners were a tradition in our home growing up. My mom would cook a delicious meal, set the dining room table with the good china, candles and all, and my dad would put on a Johnny Mathis record for background music. It was great family time that we enjoyed. It was also there that […]
