Our family first enjoyed this cake over 20 years ago when it was given as a delicious Christmas gift from our lovely neighbors celebrating Hanukkah. We have loved it ever since and have made it our go-to cake for any occasion. Young and old alike love this dense, moist, … [Read more...] about Death by Chocolate … Cake
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Easy Weeknight Spaghetti – With Meat Sauce
This is a fast and easy weeknight sauce that tastes like it simmered all day on the stovetop! As always, I am a flexible cook, so you do not have to use pancetta or beef. Feel free to leave out the pancetta if not readily available, and substitute turkey … [Read more...] about Easy Weeknight Spaghetti – With Meat Sauce
‘Helicoptering’ parents not helping kids to fly
One of the most intriguing new phenomena that administrators like me have to deal with is what we affectionately refer to as the “helicopter parent.” By this expression, we describe those mothers and fathers who intervene in the academic career of their adult children as if the … [Read more...] about ‘Helicoptering’ parents not helping kids to fly
Feed Me, I’m Yours — Breast vs Formula
Breastfeeding mothers of the world, prepare yourselves for what I am about to share. I chose not to breastfeed. WHAT? Don’t worry, I can hear your collective gasp, and all I can think in my head is … why judge? Why are we judging a mother’s choice on how she feeds her child? … [Read more...] about Feed Me, I’m Yours — Breast vs Formula
Back To School Wisdom – Setting School Year Goals With Your Child
As summer winds down, and schools across the country go back to school, it is the perfect time to sit down with your child to discuss goals for the new school year. I can still remember a conversation my dad had with me about second grade. I was scared stiff … [Read more...] about Back To School Wisdom – Setting School Year Goals With Your Child