The Pressures on Our Kids on the Road to Success by Alicia Wanek Recently, I had the opportunity to see a screening of the 2010 documentary, Race to Nowhere, at Plano’s Shepton High School, and it has dramatically altered the way I look at the demands on my four children. …
by Alicia Wanek What is “all?” Of course, the definition changes for every woman, but most mothers can agree that knowing how to balance the demands of work and family can be challenging no matter what choices you make. There are constant demands on your time, and striking the…
We asked local moms, “What do you consider ‘me’ time?” And here’s what they said… “Finding me time, now there’s a funny thought. Me time usually happens between 5:30 am-5:33 am, when I’m slurping down my first tumbler of coffee to give me some caffeine courage to tackle the day! …
It’s a thin line, but it’s out there. by Kristin Cicciarelli Are you doing too much? Do you: • Feel exhausted at the end of every day? • Resent things you used to enjoy? • Rely on food, alcohol, etc. to help you “de-stress?” If so, it’s time to find…
by Amy Levenson Krumholz | Fashion Editor | StylebyAmy.com Make a statement with spectacular fashions for all your festivities, from graduations, Mother’s Day, showers, luncheons and more. Before you hit the ground running, we’ll help you size up what’s sizzling hot for summer celebrations. Shot on location at Watters…
A+ Graduation Gift Ideas 1. Timeless treasure Jewelry designer Sarina Schick has perfected the art of handmade wire wrapping jewelry using metals including gold-filled, vermeil, gold-plated, sterling silver, silver-plated and copper. Designs by Sarina | 214.493.1093 designsbysarina.com 2. NOISY NEIGHBOR BLOCKER Noise-blocking headphones that will make dorm life much more…
From Your Heart to Hers 1. MOD MOM Modgy flower vases do everything a glass vase does except collect dust, chip or break. Available in a variety of designs, these plastic vases are durable and stable enough to hold a flower bouquet. The Gallery at Shearith Israel 9401 Douglas…
Summer’s the time for a getaway – with or without the kids. Now, let’s make it cheap (or at least, cheaper); here are some days and dates to keep in mind. Bottom line – The best deals are available when most people don’t want to travel. Bonus – There are…
by Sheryl Pidgeon | Publisher and Editor-in-Chief For as long as I can remember I wanted to be a mom. Long before I knew what my career would be or who I would marry, I knew. I also knew I wanted to be 100% self-reliant – in complete control…