Photo Credits to: Jaimi Lynn Photography We became the family that illustrated every other family’s nightmare… Yet, in the almost five-year journey, underlined with horror, we quickly emerged stronger together, exemplifying the significance of true grit, the importance of the precious present and unmeasured love. We still found a way to have utmost positivity, although … [Read more...]
Ask Lady Nona: The Upside of a Downturn
Before I begin this month’s column, I would like to share a disclaimer. This article is based on the opinions and experiences of a person who was in a really bad marriage, in every single aspect. There was no hope for reconciliation, and things were only getting worse to the point where the behavior of both parents was negatively affecting the kids and exposing them to things … [Read more...]
Mama’s Turn: ‘Hey, Alexa?’
I grew up in a big, loud, Jewish family. We enjoyed nothing more than holiday family dinners where we all stuffed our faces, shouted at one another and bickered over inconsequential stuff like whether Noodle Kugel should have raisins in it or not. (For the record … NO, never raisins!) We were most content being in a state of quarrelsome upheaval. In fact, I dare say it was how … [Read more...]
Behind the Scene: Local Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Our Teens
As the 2018-2019 school year quickly approaches, back-to-school shopping, meet the teachers, and class schedules are top of mind. First-day photos will soon fill our social media feeds, and just like that, summer is over. What we don’t prepare for (or at least until it’s too late) is a mental health crisis plan for our students. This article addresses a topic some consider … [Read more...]
Mama’s Turn: Signs of Middle Age
It is hard to believe, but here it is … another Mama’s Turn column from me. While you might just call this August’s issue, I call it the month I turn 49. To be honest, this birthday is kind of a non-event as I’ve been telling people I was “almost 50” since I was 40. Adding years always elicits a “wow, you look good for your age” response, and I am not against shortening my life … [Read more...]