marissa
Marissa lives in Southport with her husband and her energetic little boy (2016). After growing up in Connecticut, she recently moved back to Fairfield County after spending most of her adult life living in New York. Marissa is a full-time working mom. She loves spending time with her family, going to the beach, traveling, binge-watching a new series as a way to unwind.
36 Hours in Mystic with Kids
Mystic will always be known for its cult-loving fame and home to the location from the 1988 Julia Roberts picture Mystic Pizza. But Mystic is much more than that, and over the past two...
Family-Friendly Breweries in & Around Fairfield County
Did you know there is a CT Beer Trail? Craft breweries are on the rise in Connecticut. They are abundant and popping up everywhere, from Fairfield County to Hartford and Litchfield Counties. With summer...
Luxe Camping Sites in the Northeast
Camping season is right around the corner. I have never been much of a camper, but it truly is a great family bonding activity. I’ll admit that my curiosity was piqued when the glamping...
Best Flower Farms in Connecticut
Spring ahead has sprung! Connecticut has some of the most beautiful flower gardens in the Northeast. Visiting one is a great way to kick off spring, and a great spring break staycation activity with...
Five Fabulous Luxury Black-Owned Hotels
There are many ways to celebrate Black History Month.
Supporting one of these five luxury black-owned hotels is just one way. For all of you travel junkies, please consider booking one of these sensational properties...
36 Hours in Philadelphia With Kids
The holidays are behind us, and the winter is a great time for nearby weekend jaunts and bucket list destinations to get through the long winter haul. There are also some fantastic deals to...
12 New Year’s Eve Superstitions Worth Following
I have always been a superstitious person. I have a lucky number, am a lover of astrology, and follow the majority of superstitions from this fellow mom’s list.
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day...
Fabulous Kid-Friendly New York Hotels
With the holiday season upon us, family trips to the city can become more frequent. There are a host of kid-friendly hotel options that cater to families. They make the experience of sleeping away...
Fairfield County Theaters
You don’t have to go to New York to catch great family theatre, as Connecticut is home to some of the best local and regional theatres. If it’s your child’s first trip, it may...
6 Tips for Running Safely on the Road
Stress relief and mood enhancement are two popular reasons to run. It’s good for your health too. Unfortunately, road running accidents are on the rise. I want to preface this by saying that women...