I couldn't think of a more appropriate question considering that it has been the first night in a long time that my husband and I attended an Off Broadway performance without our children. Thanks to Playtime we were able to explore that question in depth at the Signature Theatres production of Edward Albee's The Lady From Dubque. The Pershing Square Signature Theatre … [Read more...]
StinkyKids: Dolls, Books and More
Who are the StinkyKids? They are little stinkers who make right choices! They also are adorable soft bodied dolls that come with their own trading card. You'd have your own trading card too if your story was published in an award winning book! StinkyKids and the Runaway Scissors won the Mom's Choice Silver Award honoring excellence. The book features 10 diverse characters … [Read more...]
Stay at Home Mom Hits Manhattan
Photo credit: kconnors from morguefile.com There was a time not so long ago when I was fabulous. I had this female version of the John Travolta strut going on and a look all my own. Well, eleven years into marriage and two kids later it hit me on this very morning that I had lost my mojo. I had become one of those people that still thought they were cool, but wasn't. I … [Read more...]
My Day at Madame Alexander’s Alexander Doll Company
If your planning a trip to New York you should definitely add a visit to The Alexander Doll Company. It is one of New York's hidden treasures. Regular guided tours include the Heritage Gallery, and the showroom. They depart every 45 minutes, Monday - Friday starting at 9:30 AM, with the last tour leaving at 4:15 PMWeekend/Holiday tours are available by appointment only. … [Read more...]