Long Island Articles Index

I recently ran into someone I know who has three beautiful children. And, while two were eager to greet me, the third slinked away in shyness, to which the mom noted that while her boy was very shy, her daughters will talk to virtually anyone and everyone. And, there are merits to both traits ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Development

Guys are great, but for some, when it comes there is only “one” maybe two other “looks” or outfits other than work attire, and usually they consist of jeans or shorts and a t-shirt. But, those who are at home with mom or married, know that there an “appropriate” outfit for almost every occasion, ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Home & Lifestyle

There’s little or no doubt that most parents want better for their children than they achieved for themselves. And part of that means, better money, better jobs, and a better education. In fact, experts suggest that parents are so dedicated to ensuring their children excel and achieve excellence ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Family Life & Parenting

In the era of Mega McMansions lining our streets and eating away at our earning, experts suggest that there is a new “trend” on the homefront horizon. Housing experts suggest that the numbers/statistics speak for themselves and that since 2000 more and more American households consisted of three ... Read On

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We all know the importance of having a functioning smoke alarm in our homes, but now new research suggests that sounding an “alarm” may not be enough to jolt (from their deep sleep) your family. In fact, what studies found was that smoke detectors featuring a recording of the mother’s voice were ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Safety

Now that you are officially a family or have expanded your family (to include children) you may soon find yourself in the market for two dependable cars, and/or perhaps at least one that is more suited and suitable to parenthood and “family” life. But, before you make a decision on which care is ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Money & Careers

We’ve all read or heard about the statistics about the proclaimed and supposed benefits of having a “drink” (mostly red wine to be exact). We’ve also heard the peril potentially also associated with drinking (even a glass of red wine) and how “that” information can seem to counteract that which ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Health, Fitness & Beauty

They say that the first child is the most “difficult” because it’s all new, and parents need to adjust to their new family member, their new life and what they are doing. And, they say that once you have and can handle two children, you can handle as many more as you’d like. The premise is that ... Read On

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Most of us had pets growing up and they continue to be part of our lives and families once we’re out on our own and with families of our own. But, having a well-behaved pet, like my husband says, is all in how you train it. And training takes love, time, and patience. For best results the ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Pets

I’ve often heard women say that after marriage they often “lose” a lot of girlfriends, either to different lifestyles, careers, a move, and/or a husband and family of their own. I’ve also heard many women attest that, that all changes once they start a family of their own. In fact, many profess ... Read On

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Everyone wants to say “I Do” but that means also saying “I Do” to making it work and last…and often times working hard at it. But, like anything, it’s a matter of working smart, not necessarily hard, and avoiding the three major mistakes most marrieds make. 1. Substituting WE for ME: There is ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Relationship