Spring has sprung. The weather has warmed up here in Florida, the flowers are blooming, and there are so many beautiful fruits and vegetables in season. It also means that swimsuit season is just around the corner. I don't...
Summer in Florida means high temperatures, and a break from school that’s full of pool days, camps, and outside activities. While this is a coveted few months for most kids, parents should be prepared with ways to ensure everyone...
When my daughter comes home with tears in her eyes, saying people won’t play with her, I feel helpless. We all know how mean girls can be. Who can’t remember being made fun of, being taunted, being left out? ...
Happy New Year! Did you overindulge on the holiday festivities last month? Or have you fallen into some bad habits over time that have led to weight gain? For me, it's a little bit of both. I admit I...
Cholesteatoma Ear Cyst
When my 13-year-old son, Samuel, rubbed his ear a few months ago, I didn’t think anything of it. He had not been prone to ear infections. When he was four or five...
It is an honor to spotlight the Children's Cancer Center, a local non-profit organization dedicated to serving Tampa Bay families of children with cancer or chronic blood disorders. “When a child is diagnosed, the whole family is diagnosed,” explains...
When I think of spring, fields of blooming flowers representing a rebirth pop into my mind. Leaves are gracing the trees like a favorite soft green blanket. However for many people in Tampa, The Spring is a rebirth and...
It is that time of the year again when everyone makes New Year’s resolutions. I am no stranger to this yearly exercise. After determining what I wanted from this upcoming year, I shifted my focus to the “HOW”. In...
When I used to hear the buzz word "self-care," I would roll my eyes. I didn't think it was for me. I thought it was reserved for rich housewives with nannies and too much time on their hands- a...
I know you just started reading because you thought, "This lady is crazy!" or "What's she selling?" Well, I am not crazy, and I am a not selling anything. I don't drink wine or coffee. Wine is not strong...
Parenting In Tampa Bay
5 fast and family friendly recipes for easier weeknights
Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole...
