With having two kids, working full time, and just generally living life, I always feel like I am just on the verge of dropping one of the proverbial balls in the air.  That said, after several years of juggling, I...
I must admit, I never even heard of a crockpot until I was in my twenties. Once we met however, it was love at first meal. My crockpot is one of my most valued kitchen appliances.  It’s nothing fancy,...
Women at a book club.

Starting Your Own Book Club

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I have always been an avid reader. I remember sneaking a flashlight under my pillow to stay up late and sneak a few extra pages as a child. Now, as an adult, I don’t need the flashlight because there...
When the weather cools, I love to make chili.  I love that it gets tastier over time, you can make a lot to last for days, it freezes well, and while the purists may disagree, there are SO many...
A few months back I attended a charity yoga event and won a raffle prize for a photo session with Michelle Longo of Michelle Belle Photography in Stamford.  After she graduated high school, Michelle wasn’t sure what she was...
Fall foliage.

Fall in Love with Fall

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When I was young, summer was definitely my favorite season. However, as an adult, my opinion has changed.  (This may be due to the fact that I met my husband, got engaged, and married over three consecutive falls!) Over...
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Finding New Mommy Friends

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When I first had my daughter, I was surrounded by moms of all ages. Most of the women in my life were already moms and I figured they would be able to provide me with all the good advice...
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College Counselor in a Folder

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As September approaches and moms think about school and the college process, stress can creep in. Wouldn’t it be great if we had some guidance and a place to keep track of all the things our child needs to...
Maybe it is because I still enjoy receiving hand-written thank you notes in the mail. Perhaps it is because accepting a greeting from someone puts a smile on my face. Maybe it is because I am old-fashioned. Perhaps it...
Being a teacher, I think I look forward to summer vacation more than most of my students. Now that it’s almost time to go back, I’m starting to feel a case of back-to-school jitters coming on. My 9-week stint...

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Explore Fairfield County :: Redding

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“Explore Fairfield County” is an informational series that provides a glimpse into the wonderful towns and cities in Fairfield County. Fairfield County is diverse,...
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Girls’ Day Out