Category Archives: Family

What Now (Part 2)

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Stephanie

As promised, dear friends, here is part 2 of What Now. How can we move on and upward following one of life’s hardest transitions? I will share this with you: it is of vital importance that you learn to do … Continue reading →

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What Now? (Part 1)

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Stephanie

Move in day is over. All the dorm stuff that had been clogging every orifice of your home is now safely ensconced at the dorm/apartment where your child resides. You lived through the final good-byes and the quiet ride home. … Continue reading →

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Meet Me on the Dance Floor

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Stephanie

One of my best friend’s sons got married this weekend. It was a beautiful evening and the reception was a blast. One of my favorite parts of any reception is the dancing. I love to dance at weddings. I especially … Continue reading →

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On Our Own….Again

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Stephanie

Whew, we made it. Through the first night of real, forever, lifetime empty nesting. After a few years of trial empty nesting (college years, #3 working in NY for part of the week, then home on weekends) and with all … Continue reading →

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The Ministry of Chicken Pot Pie

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Stephanie

I come from a long line of comforters. Mostly through my mom’s side…the Simmons were/are great comfort – givers. My nanny, my mom, Aunt Paula and even the gals that married my uncles are great at dishing out love and … Continue reading →

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Today’s the Day!

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Stephanie

Hey there. Remember me? Today is gonna be the day. The day that I finally get back up to speed with my blog. It’s not that I’ve forgotten that I have a blog. Something that I used to love and … Continue reading →

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Peeling Off Childhood

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Stephanie

My baby is getting married in three months. Our nest will truly be empty. It’s such a weird thought. Presently, he works in New York during the week. On Thursday night, he comes back to our old farmhouse and all … Continue reading →

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Make the Most out of Summer

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Stephanie

My pumpkins seeds arrived in the mail yesterday. I’m excited to get them planted so that I can have all the pumpkins that my heart desires in October. I love the fall!  But, then again, I love summer too. Except … Continue reading →

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30A

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Stephanie

One of my favorite beaches that I go to is a number, not a name. At least that is what my best friend tried to explain to someone as to where I was in Florida. I thought that was adorable. … Continue reading →

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Can You Hear Me Now?

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Stephanie

As a matter of fact, I can’t. At least from the phone at my 91 year old mother in law’s farm next to us. She’s been having intermittent issues with her home phone for several months now especially when we … Continue reading →

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