Favorite Things Archives

09/15/16

An Activity Desk to Lure Your Toddler Away from their Smart Device

I tested out VTech’s Touch and Learn Activity Desk to see if maybe Harlow would stop begging for Barbie videos on YouTube and practice her letters and number instead.

08/22/16

Rainbow Dresses, Overalls, and Really Good Twirling Skirts

Mazzy and Harlow picked out their own outfits from Mini Boden’s back-to-school collection, which resulted in a shockingly low amount of pink. Don’t miss my giveaway for a $500 Mini Boden gift card!

02/19/16

Harlow and her Best Friend Lukie

I’ve talked a lot about the tumultuous relationship between Mazzy and Gavin. What I haven’t really talked about this the very special bond that has grown between Harlow and Gavin’s little brother, Luke.

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08/18/15

Crafts Preschoolers Can Do

Today, Harlow and I are testing out Koala Crate, a craft subscription service for preschoolers and giving away a 6 month subscription! You can tell from Harlow’s face, she takes her reviews VERY SERIOUSLY.

08/17/15

Is Harlow Ready for a Full Day of Preschool?

This September, Harlow is starting preschool full-time. She will be going from 9am-2pm every day and I am beyond nervous about it.

02/26/15

Harlow’s Version of the Very Hungry Caterpillar

Harlow has started telling her own abbreviated versions of her books. Her interpretation of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” is way better than the original.

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02/23/15

Yay! We Survived Our Freezing Cold Vacation!

Our ski vacation has come to an end, which means we survived the sub zero temps in Vermont and are now trying to survive the sub zero temps back in NY.

02/13/15

The Stages of Parenthood as Told By Your Laundry

Parents do a TON of laundry. Besides professional mud wrestlers and the people who clean up elephant crap at the circus, I’m willing to bet parents do more laundry than anyone else on earth.

02/10/15

I Lost My Valentines to Each Other

This year, I got my girls Valentine’s Day cards to give to one another, because more than they are mine, they belong to each other.

11/12/14

Winter Crafts to Keep You Out of the Cold

Mazzy, Harlow and I had our first experience with Kiwi Crate— a subscription service that delivers all the supplies you need to inspire 2-3 projects per crate.

08/15/14

I Went Back-to-School Shopping For You

Giveaway: 3 Backpacks full of back-to-school supplies from Boogie Wipes This September, Mazzy is going to her first year of kindergarten.

08/13/14

Baby Rituals and Objects of Attachment

Giveaway: Any three items from Apple Park Most babies have rituals and form attachments to all sorts of things— blankies, sippy cups, pacifiers, ...

07/29/14

Shopping Sales for Back-to-School

As part of my ongoing partnership with Nordstrom, I’m excited to tell you about their anniversary sale this month.

07/15/14

City Kids Go Country

Two weekends ago, we had a graduation party in Brooklyn at 4pm on a Saturday afternoon.

05/20/14

It’s Official: I’m Jealous of Mazzy and Harlow’s Wardrobe

Guess who is a featured blogger on Nordstrom’s site right now showcasing their favorite baby clothes and gear?
SUSAN HOFFMAN!
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