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Wednesday, May 15, 2013 
One of the most under-utilized accessories in the Stokke Xplory line – in my opinion – is the mosquito net... But here's why it may be good to keep it handy in that shopping bag. Read on for tips and photos on how to use the mosquito net...
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Later this month we're beginning a weekly summer-long exploration of the Catskills in Upstate New York. Have you been? I'd love to hear about your favorite activities, towns, and hiking trails! First up, we're planning to coast up along the Hudson River Valley and then cut west into Woodstock, Phoenicia, and then northeast to Hunter Mountain and the Round Top area. I'm been so #23 this week!
Wednesday, May 8, 2013 Post a Comment | tagged companies, culture, entertainment, environment, international, nature, outdoors, people, travel, websites, work, writing | Share Article | Tweet | in travel, work, writing Monday, April 29, 2013 
Last weekend we took the subway out to Brooklyn and walked across the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan (and then grabbed lunch at my new favorite lobster roll joint.) A few pics from our outing....
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We brake for blossoms! Here in New York, the cherry blossom trees are just at-peak or a bit past peak. Riverside Park on the west side is so beautiful this time of year. We don't play in the grass & mud nearly as much as we should, so today I took my 14-mth old son on a stroll + blossom walk...
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While it was a mild winter season this year in New York City, we did endure a fair share of meterological milestones, from Hurricane Sandy to Blizzard Nemo. We tested out four pairs of Muck Boots from the Original Muck Boot Company in the snow, sleet, rain and mud in four states during four months, and here's how they held up to the challenge...
Sunday, March 10, 2013 
P.S. In my article, I reference a life-changing sixth grade project... I just posted two photos of it on my Facebook page!
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 
Oh, this dreary week in New York. The snow melted and a flurry of clouds have sent a shadow across the city. It's finally sparking daydreams of springtime. Sunshine. I'm ready for the leaves to bud on the trees, and the vines to grows lush and vibrant green across the pre-war buildings, and the tulips to sprout along the sidewalk gardens. The birds chirp more frequently now, and on occasion the wind carries the warm, earthy scent of spring – but it's just not here yet. And all the squirming, layered baby bundling to go outside... I think I'm over that.
.......annnnnd the sun just came out. Hooray!
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Skytop Lodge is an award-winning historic property in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania – just two hours away from New York City and Philadelphia. The lodge first opened its doors in 1928, and in the last century, Skytop has catered to generations of families, many of whom return year after year with their loved ones. This past weekend I stayed at Skytop Lodge with three other adults and my one-year-old son (my second time staying at the lodge in the month of February.) Considering booking a vacation in this storybook setting? Here's my full, in-depth review of Skytop Lodge in the winter season...
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The last time I was in the Pocono Mountains, I was on a mission for work to learn about dog sledding and the Siberian Husky breed. Since that visit two years ago, Skytop changed dog sled operators (I previously toured with Snow Caps) to Kim Darst of Husky Haven Kennels. On Sunday morning four of us went dog sledding with Kim and learned about Alaskan huskies and Alaska's 1,000+ mile Iditarod dog sledding race...
Sunday, February 10, 2013
My husband and I have been together for almost twelve years, and we've *never* gone skiing together... until today! I think the last time I was on the slopes was during my freshman year of college, and that was for snowboarding. So this morning we took the shuttle from Skytop Lodge to the Adventure Center for a few quick runs before lunch...
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There are five of us vacationing here at Skytop Lodge in the Poconos, and we went sledding this afternoon! The big sledding slope is just a three-minute shuttle ride from the main lodge. Sleds/helmets are provided, so Skytop makes it really easy to just show up and sled for as long (or as little) as you want. We had a blast, especially with all the new powdery snow! It's been ages since I'd gone sledding. Want to see a few pics?
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We're off to the Pocono Mountains for a fun three-day weekend. Sky Top Lodge is hosting my little family to celebrate my son's one-year birthday (!!!) a few days early....
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Sunday was a really fun day. The parks opened back up (they've been closed due to Hurricane Sandy damage & last week's Nor'easter) & the weather was refreshingly cool, but mild. So we went to Central Park to admire the last of the colorful leaves and enjoy Jazz and Colors, an annual outdoor live jazz festival that features 30 musicians in 30 different locations in the park playing the same setlist. It was a magical way to say goodbye to the season. The entire park was alive with music wafting on the air and vibrant color on the trees. Here's a few pics from our stroll...
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This recent road trip was my first time visiting the Florida Keys, and October – despite the threat of hurricanes – was a perfect time to be there. Our resort was lively but not overly packed with people, the weather was pleasantly warm but not too hot (it hovered around the low 80's), and it was easy to score a table & parking space at area hot spots (like Bahia Honda State Park.) Contemplating a trip to the Keys? My review on Hawks Cay Resort after a three-night stay last week...
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Have you ever been to Key West? It was our first time visiting this southernmost spot in the Keys. Every night, there's a sunset celebration at Mallory Square. Last night we went a little early to snag a prime table at a dockside restaurant, and crossed our fingers for the green flash at sundown (no such luck.) Want a see a few shots of the stunning Key West sunset?
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Bahia Honda State Park is just south of Marathon, Florida, and is a good spot to visit if you're looking for a natural sandy beach with deep water close to shore...
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We found our favorite spot for relaxation at Hawks Cay Resort – the saltwater lagoon. Isn't it perfection? We spent two hours today lounging under a cabana and swimming in the water. Added bonus to this little beach – resort food & beverage service right at your lounge chair.
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