A few weeks ago I was caught off guard with a moment (or days?) of honest-to-God existential turmoil when I heard of the passing of a beloved local mom who endured a hard-fought battle with cancer.
After my initial reaction...
Every year around mid-December, I feel overwhelmed. There are essays to grade, gifts to buy, meals to prep, and parties to plan and attend. With two school-aged children, after-school activities, work obligations, and friends to see, I try to...
On the day after Thanksgiving, we put up our holiday decorations. A wreath made of colored balls in the shape of a peace sign goes on our front door. We put our menorah on our dining room table, and...
About to have a baby? Congrats! Live in the Boston area? Congrats again! As it happens, you're in a great place to connect with other new parents and stay active during the insane transition to new parenthood. Below are...
I have been teaching high school for more than 20 years. I started way back in the early 2000s, before technology was ubiquitous and when students didn't need to be connected at all times. It's strange, both being an...
In our 7th year of homeownership, we decided it was time to remodel our 1960's kitchen, and working with NEDC was a no-brainer for us. Pop over to The Story or Design Phase Part 1 if you haven't read...
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Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday that usually falls in December. (The dates move around because it's based on the Jewish calendar, which is lunar, so though it's always on the 25th of Kislev, that's a different...
There is nothing quite like the feeling of stepping foot into a toy store, even if you're an adult! Whether you're searching for a birthday present, a holiday gift, or a fun surprise for your little one, it's time...
Are you planning to host guests this holiday season? You've probably started to make a grocery list, find yourself elbow-deep in holiday decor, and are beginning to create your ultimate hosting to-do list. But what if there are some...
It was the hair bow that broke me on Thanksgiving day. After a 30-minute battle of wills to get my toddler daughter dressed in the adorable, frilly, autumn-themed dress with matching bow I bought knowing she would wear it...
In our 7th year of homeownership, we decided it was time to remodel our 1960's kitchen, and working with NEDC was a no-brainer for us. While my professional experience with NEDC cemented my belief that they were the ONLY...
Are you a city dweller looking to make a move? Suburban Jungle takes the guesswork out of the suburbs!
Finding the perfect town to raise your family in is no easy feat. There are so many factors to consider, from...
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Let’s Go Camping! Top Campgrounds for Families in Greater Boston and...
One of the best things about living in New England is having amazing access to all types of camping. Prefer a cabin or glamping?...
