By: Carolina Pichardo There are few things in life that we remember and think back on fondly - the birth of our kids, first kiss, wedding day... These are those moments that we carry with us, ready to tell and retell anyone that's willing to listen (or not). But what is a memory? We drink ginkgo biloba, post millions of pictures on Facebook, and save souvenirs/momentos of these

By: Carolina Pichardo With the costume and candy shopping complete, all we could do now is wait. Maybe enjoy a few spooky classic films or two, finish the pumpkins, and sign up for the Halloween events around the neighborhood. It's the best we could do for now, because once we've passed that threshold and we're in November - the official holiday season begins. And let's face it,

By: Carolina Pichardo Like any parent, I always think about what my daughter's going to be when she grows up. That's why I listen attentively when she describes her dreams of becoming a doctor, teacher, chef and even the superhero that she created—Everything Girl. It wasn't until she declared her recent real dream, about becoming a soldier, that everything switched for me. What do you do when your

By: Carolina Pichardo When it all comes down to it, what really matters this time of the year is the time that we enjoy with our loved ones. Our kids will break, outgrow or play-out their toys sooner than you think (and before you pay off all the credit card bills), but they'll take with them the beautiful memories that you share as a family. So before you

By: Carolina Pichardo So you're checking your list and realize that you forgot someone: that terrific neighbor that's helped you out a couple of times, the mailroom person that saves your packages, or the parent that's amazing with arranging playdates. But you've reached your budget limit, you can't stand another minute in a department store, and online shopping/shipping is completely out of the question. Here are some tips

By: Carolina Pichardo It isn't everyday that you can have fun, exercise and laugh with your kids. Could all those words exist in one sentence? Well, if you live in New York City (Uptown, to be exact) and are looking for something to do after the holidays are done, then sign-up for fellow YUM—Zaida Grunes'—Hoop Jams. It's affordable and fun, which are more words that don't usually go together

By: Carolina Pichardo You and a beautiful mini crystal charm bracelet—with genuine swarovski crystal beading—go literally hand-in-hand. That's why you should tell your loved ones about this special "25% off anything on the site" sale from Delicate Raymond. This beautiful collection, which has been featured in the Thrillist and Huffinton Post, captures Michelle Zimmerman's (founder/CEO) love for vintage hues and passion for travel. Despite their unique touch, Michelle

By: Staff Report In the age of Facebook, Twitter and the rest of social media world, the art of a picture has lost its touch. Sure there’s more to share online, but the actual memory and beauty of picture-sharing tends to be forgotten in the stream of updates. This holiday season, surprise and maybe even remind your loved ones what it's like to capture a moment with

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By: Carolina Pichardo They're with your kids for a good portion of the day, making sure they're reading, writing and learning. Although it's not the most coveted job in the U.S., it's one of the most influential and inspiring. Just think about your favorite teacher? For that alone, we should be grateful for the great educators that make it their profession to instruct our children. Take a moment to