Author Archives: erica

On Sunday, 9/30, Mike and I hosted our website’s Hudson Valley Parents Forum 2nd Annual Fall Fest. This gathering is basically a chance for our on-line community to come “off-line” for the day and meet/connect with other members. We had … Continue reading →

The bok-bok-bok BIG news this week is……..OUR CHICKS ARE LAYING EGGS!! Yippee!! I found my first cute, small, round chick (well, now they’re hens, but that’s how it goes, isn’t it? The youngest is always the “baby”, etc.) egg one … Continue reading →

We couldn’t resist. After the fantabulous time we had at Robert Moses Beach last week, my friend Vicki and I headed back out there with the kiddos again. This time we also took in a pleasant stroll on the boardwalk … Continue reading →

This week was just one awesome adventure after another! We found an inexpensive used trampoline on Craig’s List (happened to be right in New Paltz) and we’re having a great time with it! This was lots of fun – we … Continue reading →

We were sad to hear that Stella, Grandma and Grandpa’s wonderful cat, died last week. She was such a fabulous cat, and she was so sweet with the kids. Here’s a picture of her with the kids from last month … Continue reading →

Yes, Labor Day weekend has come and gone, but we are still living like summer is in full swing! Quinn enjoys her playdate with brothers Tommy and Jake, twin sons of Erica’s friend and former colleague at Cornwall, Randi Declan … Continue reading →

The kids and I took an impromptu trip to Boston this week, joining Mike for his business trip out there. We enjoyed New England Aquarium (the penguins were Declan’s favorite part!), Quincy Market (the kids still aren’t sure what to … Continue reading →

We had fun at the annual New Paltz Rod & Gun Club BBQ on Sunday and hung out with Gemma and Papa; Aunt Tracey, Uncle Jim, and Luca; and Aunt Nikki, Uncle Mike, and Norah. Declan invents his own form … Continue reading →

The kids and I had lots of fun last week in Whitefield, NH hanging out with Grandma and Grandpa Chase at the Homestead and enjoying playtime with cousins Kai (2.5 yrs.), Alex (4.5 yrs.), and baby Elizabeth (6 mos.)! Party … Continue reading →

Happy Birthday, D!! And Happy 16th Birthday to cousin Andy, who shares the same special day! This was the first year Declan was really able to share ideas to celebrate his birthday and to help plan them, which was lots … Continue reading →