One of my favorite mentors once told me the secret to raising happy and healthy children is to know them well and genuinely think they are special for who they are.
This sounded really easy, because luckily my kids...
Ever since I was a freshman in high school I can remember coveting other people’s jeans. The way the thicker denim fabric made my friends' legs look longer, butts look better, and waists look smaller was something I deeply...
The stress is real! Between work, kids’ schedules, and the endless stream of distressing news on our screens, it’s no wonder we’re all feeling it. Exposure to violent or traumatic images — especially when we don’t expect them — can...
I love to shop. Grocery shopping, clothes shopping, shopping for my daughter, Ilse. I love it all. I just don’t have enough time. What parent really does? Online shopping has certainly been a gift, particularly when I can use...
I love my career. I spend every day telling would-be visitors how wonderful San Francisco is and why they should come here to celebrate their reunion, host their annual meeting, or get away for a long weekend. I share...
‘Sober curious’ is a movement that involves exploring sobriety for physical and mental health benefits without completely abstaining from alcohol. This is best for people who want to cut back on their drinking and embrace a more mindful approach...
After doing some very informal research on Valentine’s Day, I noticed that the word “martyr” kept popping up. According to Wikipedia, the original Valentines were the Valentine of Rome and the Valentine of Terni, who were honored for their...
What makes a great house party? For my family, a great house party has several factors. I’ve compiled a list of best practices for you to consider when planning on hosting your next holiday event. Comment below and add...
“My husband will handle it from here,” wrote the mom I had been emailing with discussing our respective daughters’ summer camp plans, “so no need to copy me anymore.” There were three of us in the email chain--myself, a...
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It’s back to school season, but in Northern California, back to school shopping can be tricky. Personally, I like to get a first day of school outfit, then pause until the weather...
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Winter is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating world at Ripleys’s Believe It or Not! San...
