My dad always used to tell me, “You can’t burn the candle at both ends.” I would work all day and have social activities at night, rarely having downtime. I’ve always been a social butterfly and thrive off being...
I can be super shy in groups where I know no one. I get awkward and often find myself standing in the corner playing on my phone. But, I forced myself to be vulnerable and went to a networking...
I was fortunate to be raised in a house where family came first. My family of four sat down for dinner each night at the table and shared about our days. My parents brought me along to every one...
The sadness hits deeply when I think about my daughters at their first dance recital looking over into the crowd to see their loving grandparents, but there is always one seat empty—their grandmother.
The privilege to have known and loved...
My most magnificent Grandma, as you enter the final phase of your life, be it weeks or months, or years, I hope you know the imprint you’ve made on this world and on my world.
My grandmother spent her childhood...
I love you, although I have never met you. You are my daughter's donor.
One year. My girl is one year old, and it’s impossible not to reflect on the gratitude I feel. It’s that painful kind of gratitude. The...
We all have people we hold strong admiration and appreciation for in our lives. Today, I take the time to raise a glass to all the husbands and show gratitude on Husband Appreciation Day!
In the past, husbands have been...
When I had my first daughter, I was consumed by a love that I never thought could be replicated. It wasn’t an easy start for us. I had a c-section and a rough recovery. Followed by months of postpartum...
Friendships are a key element in life. As moms, we are eager to connect and develop close friends. This is something we also want for our children. We encourage them to make friends from a young age and teach...
Marriage is so hard.
I truly am so lucky that I got to marry my best friend (yep, it’s as cliche as it gets), but that doesn’t mean that we are constantly in a state of wedded bliss. We work...
In + Around Fairfield County
Explore Fairfield County :: New Canaan
“Explore Fairfield County” is an informational series that provides a glimpse into the wonderful towns and cities in Fairfield County. Fairfield County is diverse...
