September 30, “Fake Skating” by Lynn Painter was released. It has already become immensely popular with a younger crowd, due to the success of Painter’s previous books.  This book is a breathtaking...

How many of you have a half-full jar or piggy bank on your shelf? My piggy bank dinosaur weighs 10 pounds and lives in my closet. As a kid, I loved collecting coins until it was filled so that one day...

Have you ever bought something because you loved the advertisement? Maybe you saw the colorful Old Navy jeans commercial and thought you NEEDED to have them to feel bright, cheerful and able to conquer...

Checking our phones as soon as we get up in the morning is something all are guilty of. Is there anything new on social media? Did my friend text me back about our plans Saturday? With virtual school in...

Happy Hallow--Merry Christmas!  The end of October usually means spooky decorations and crowded stores, but lately, it signals the start of tinsel, wreaths, and annoying Christmas jingles. The name...

As a mixed-breed teen, half Jewish and half Catholic, I love the season and the blend of traditions. I'm usually decorating a Christmas tree while wearing a Yamaka, or baking holiday cookies while lighting...

Going Christmas shopping with a nearly empty wallet? Fear not. These top ten cute and thoughtful gifts are not only inexpensive, but simple and easy to find. 10. Candles  Not everyone is...