10 of My Most-Loved Blogs Over the Years
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The beauty of blogging is that you have an easy way to not just look back on photos through the years, but you can also remember what you were thinking. It’s already amazing to look back through my blogs during the pandemic – imagine what those will read like years down the road! I took some time recently to “scroll” down blog memory lane and thought I’d share some of my most-loved blogs with you today.
15 Things Readers Should Know About Me
Hello, I’m Rachel! I am thrilled you are on this mom life journey with me. While I can tell you that I am a Chinese-American mom and lifestyle blogger and I can show you all my fabulous finds, travel mementos, and delicious meals, there is more to me than what the Insta pics show. I am much more than a NYC mom blogger.
Do Your Kids Ask for Snacks All Day Long? Here’s What to Do.
Whenever the kids are home from school during the summer, it feels like a constant battle over snacks. They seem to want to eat all day long! They will literally ask for a snack thirty minutes after breakfast. First, they can’t possibly be hungry. Second, they will eat me out of house and home if I let them eat snacks every time they ask.
Why a Disney Cruise is Worth Every Penny
Over fall break, my family went on the Disney Fantasy Cruise. It. Was. Amazing! I know people often wonder if the price you pay for a Disney cruise in comparison to other family-friendly cruises is worth it. I am here to tell you that hands-down, a Disney Cruise is worth every penny! By the time you finish reading about our over-the-top cruise, you will want to start saving your pennies.
How I Make Kid-Free Travel Easier for Everyone
It’s no secret that I love to travel or that I love my girls. It is also not a secret that I strongly believe parents should take kid-free vacations. However, I realized that while I have told my readers the importance of heading away with their spouse and leaving the kids behind that I haven’t explained what I do to make it easier. Mom friends, I am here today to make it easier for you to leave the kids at home.
10 Festive Christmas Dates for Couples in New York City
During the busy holiday season, I think it is super important to spend time with my husband. It is too easy to get caught up in all the holiday busyness and stuff with my girls before I realize I haven’t had any good quality time with my man. Plus, the holiday season is romantic – why not take advantage of the added twinkling lights this time of year? I’ve gathered up ten wonderful Christmas date ideas for couples in NYC that will have you hunting for places to kiss under the mistletoe.
7 Tricks for Teaching Kids How to Budget
Financial literacy is so important, but unfortunately, it isn’t taught in many schools. That means it is up to parents to teach kids how to budget. Fortunately, this is much easier than it sounds. By giving your kids opportunities to practice budgeting, you are teaching them an essential lifelong skill.
How to Raise Glass Shattering Daughters
I came across the quote, “Teach your daughters to worry less about fitting into glass slippers and more about shattering glass ceilings.” It really spoke to me. I have two amazing, strong, intelligent, and beautiful daughters. I don’t want them to be held back by any glass ceiling. There’s a lot of talk about glass ceilings, and it is so exciting to be living in a time when women are shattering them right and left. But it still takes work. As their mom, I want to do all I can to help encourage my daughters to shatter glass ceilings. Here are some of the ways I am trying to raise my glass shattering girls.
The 6 Best Types of Birthday Gifts for Adults
I recently celebrated a birthday. Another long year and another long number added to my age. I believe birthdays should be celebrated – no matter how many birthdays you have had. Unfortunately, I have noticed that as we get older, we celebrate birthdays less and less. I’m here to say – no more! Birthdays are not just for kids or milestone birthdays! But, let’s face it. It is hard, as an adult, to decide how to celebrate an adult’s birthday. What do you give a woman who already has everything she needs? If you have a birthday coming up or are searching for ideas for a friend’s upcoming birthday, I proudly present the 6 best types of gifts for adults.
10 Wintry Ways for Families to Have “Snow” Much Fun in NYC
Do you remember when you were a kid and you were thrilled every time it snowed? If you are a New Yorker, that feeling has likely passed. But, if you are a mom, you have kids who are just as excited as you once were. The next time it snows, I hope you look for opportunities to embrace the magic of winter. To help you out, I’m listing ten of my favorite ways to spend a snow day in New York City.
A Few Ways to Keep Love Alive While You’re Busy Being Parents
I’d be lying if I said marriage is easy. It’s hard work, but it is work that is worth it. Who doesn’t want to be in love with their spouse? Yes, people fall out of love, but that isn’t what we are hoping for when we walk down the aisle. That being said, I know that it is hard to keep the spark alive when you are working parents. Here are a few suggestions to help you keep love alive while you’re busy being parents.
