

My Little Lili
Everybody told me how different it would be when I became a grandparent. In my mind I thought all the difference would surround this preciou


My Top 5 "40 Something" Happy Thoughts
When I was a teenager I couldn't wait to be 20, finally an adult, taking charge of my life. When I was 20, I knew it all and I was going


Mom, Your Baby's Turning 16
Sixteenth birthdays are iconic in a teenager's life. It's a kind of turning point; a beginning for new adventures and daunting chall


Changes Coming Soon
Let me introduce you to Mr. & Mrs. Stadtlander. Yes, this means Ariana and Kevin are indeed married and as their life together begins, my...


We are still here...
I am looking forward toward a spectacular return this fall after the dust has settled a bit and I have mentally grasped that my first child,


Catering with an Elegant Touch
With almost 4 months left before the big day I can
breathe a quick little breath.
All of the “majors” are booked. It wasn't all smoot


Here Comes the Dress...
When I went with my mother to try on wedding dresses, I remember the moment when I stepped out of the dressing room and my mother had tears


Beginnings
One of the first tasks on the long list of things to accomplish is finding that perfect reception venue and that is what we endeavored to do


An Amazing Announcement
As soon as Thanksgiving has passed and December has arrived I normally find myself flooded with nostalgic memories as twinkle lights...


Warning Mermaids
It was a sunny autumn afternoon when Taylor and I found our way to the Saugerties Lighthouse. After having driven past the destination...