I like Alison Sweeney. For starters she’s a working mom and openly admits her struggle to keep off the baby weight. She acknowledges her access to the best trainers and nutritionists but is eager to share the advice, tips and tricks she has learned. I was anxious to be inspired while traveling with husband last month to San Juan. Who wants to think about dieting on vacation? Someone who is looking for motivation, that’s who. Boy was I wrong. The Mommy Diet is not a “how to” diet book or ...
Archives for 2011
Ritz Carlton San Juan (#Travel Review)
Note: Since we last visited the Ritz Carlton San Juan, the hotel has undergone an extensive renovation of their 416 guest rooms and suites. What could be better than celebrating the big 4.0 alone with your hubs at the luxurious Ritz Carlton San Juan? That's exactly what we did a few weeks ago for a glorious week of sun, relaxation and fantastic food. ...
The “No Gifts” Rule?
This has been a debate among my group of friends for the past three years. Your child is invited to a birthday party and the invitation clearly states "No Gifts". Do you still feel obligated to bring a gift anyway? Many of my friends say yes, that going empty handed to a party is just bad manners. It doesn't feel right. I realized long before sassy kid #1's first birthday that my friends were not attending her party empty handed. I knew this because everyone was asking me "What does she WANT ...
