My sister and I were talking one day about how different she and my niece are. Although she has become more organized as she ages, my sister thrives on chaos. Completely her opposite, my niece needs structure, routines and...
I will admit, without shame or embarrassment, that I have watched every episode of "The Golden Girls" multiple times. The punch lines, come backs and crazy antics are seared into my memory, and I can recall them all at...
Recently, I was honored to be nominated as one of the "Wilton 25" by Wilton Magazine. It was so incredibly thoughtful of my friend to nominate me. The "Wilton 25" are considered: The Most Dedicated, Most Creative, and/or Most...
After a night out with my husband and some other couples, I felt myself getting upset. A wave of disappointment washed over me, and I didn't know where it came from. At first, I chalked it up to hormones...
Who I Was: The Spoiled Daughter
Part of me fears raising two girls because I remember how obnoxious and under-appreciative I was to my mother. I expected things as an only child. When my mother did not immediately acquiesce, I...
"Well that toy looks well loved..."
I am sure many of you reading this have children who have a favorite stuffed toy. You know, the toy you can't leave home without?
My first child never had one of these. Rather, she...
One thing I have learned in my 9 years as a mom is that every stage of your child's life comes with challenges.
When you have a newborn, you think the sleepless nights, walking around like a zombie and...
Kindergarten was all about the adjustment. A new school, new friends, a new routine and of course, the big yellow bus. Our slow-to-warm-up girl blossomed over the course of that year and we grew comfortable in our role as...
“One Evening” is a photo essay series that provides a sneak peek into the everyday lives of the Fairfield County Moms Blog contributors. The evening routine is photographed by Anna-Liisa Nixon Photography and words are written by each mom to tell...
Sometimes quiet people really do have a lot to say … they’re just being careful about who they open up to. - Susan Gale
Imagine you're at a big party. You have friends, acquaintances and total strangers there. From across...
In + Around Fairfield County
A Guide to Beauty & Pampering in Fairfield County
We claim to know how important self-care is, yet we often neglect ourselves. Book that appointment! Go and get those highlights you've been wanting....
