Every day, lots of readers end up here via a Google search for doll strollers for taller or older girls. Since I last tackled that shopping question back in 2011, I thought I’d post an update. Here are my top … Continue reading
I’m not sure how I missed this at the National Stationery Show this year even with it on my “must-see” list, but Wild Ink Press is another letterpress shop I’ve been meaning to tell you about. Owned by Matt and … Continue reading
Editor’s note: This post first ran on June 1, 2012. This print is still available at Not on the High Street and I highly recommend it as a gift for milestone birthday or anniversaries. Remember I told you about the … Continue reading
If you’re looking for a birthday gift for a 2-year-old or 3-year-old, I have a suggestion for you: Bunny Peek-a-Boo. This new toy by SmartGames won a Parents Magazine 2013 Top Pick from this past February’s Toy Fair. Basically, it’s … Continue reading
Every February, thousands of toy companies–from big manufacturers to indie inventors–converge on the Javits Center in New York City for the International Toy Fair. Though I didn’t make it to the Javits center in person this year, I did have … Continue reading
Now through February 6th, you can get 30% off everything at Appaman. Yes, this includes their top-selling puffy coats, monkey tees, and knit hats. But right now I’m recommending the popular “How Old Are You” Number Tees (both for girls … Continue reading
I have lots to share with you about my 40th birthday, including parties, photos, and gifts. My friends & family were so generous and gave me some beautiful presents. Some came as complete surprises, like when I opened a large … Continue reading
I was contacted recently by Genius Organizing, a Park Slope, Brooklyn-based professional organizing company which serves clients throughout the metro NYC area and beyond. They offered me the opportunity to try out their services, and I jumped at it for … Continue reading
S’s 6th birthday party was scaled way, way back since 1) most of his school friends are away right now and 2) S. and big sis R. were both sick all of last week. So instead we had a small … Continue reading
My nearly-9-year-old daughter is not much into jewelry, but I know that many of her friends are. And that they’ve most certainly moved beyond some of the cheaper-looking, blinged necklaces for girls with princesses, daisies and peace signs. I got … Continue reading
