Ah, summer! Warm weather, barbeques, hiking, catching lightning bugs, and, the part I look forward to the most, reading a good book (or two, or three) poolside or on the beach. It’s the ultimate summer indulgence. What could be better than relaxing inside of a gripping story while the kids run off to splash…
A Cranford Neighborhood’s Holiday Tradition
Drive down any street during late December, and you are likely to see many homes decorated for the holiday season. Drive down John St in Cranford, and you will see an entire neighborhood decked out for the holidays. I spoke with Kristine Strype Muccigrosso to find out more about this extravaganza of lights. “It’s pretty…
Balancing Work and Family? Is That Even POSSIBLE??
I was recently asked by http://www.njmomsguide.com to speak on a panel discussing the topic of balancing work and family life. My intitial reaction was nervous laughter…. ME? Balanced?? Ha ha, I thought. If they only knew how truly UNBALANCED I am! But then, after giving the idea more consideration, I decided that my perspective on balancing the…
Dear Governor Christie, Please come to Cranford, NJ!
I’ve been told Governor Chris Christie and his wife once lived in Cranford. It’s one of the best places in NJ to call home, however, I sincerely hope that this means he has a grasp of the challenges we are facing here, especially the complex issue of flooding and the development of the property at…
“I’m Not Leaving Without Louise!” Tales from Irene’s visit to Cranford NJ
For Cranford New Jersey resident Ellen Travers Ramirez and her family, preparing for Hurricane Irene was rather mundane. She did the typical things: stocking up on water, making sure the sump pump was in working order, and filling up the car’s gas tank. She never thought that Irene would bring anything other than the normal…
Things I Learned From Hurricane Irene
On August 27, 2011, the town of Cranford, NJ was hit hard by Hurricane Irene. Unfortunately for me, during the storm and the week leading up to it, my husband was traveling for business in Australia and we were unable to communicate with him. This meant my children and I were on our own to…
Recycling in New Jersey…. Yes, We Actually Do It!
Here in New Jersey, there is a growing awareness of the social, economic, environmental benefits of recycling. Here are some great recycling ideas: Stop using plastic and paper grocery bags. There are many inexpensive alternatives available. You can purchase reusable grocery bags, or even make your own from old t shirts! Use reusable coffee mugs…
What I Learned From My Quest For A Green New Jersey Lawn
A green, well manicured lawn is key to curb appeal. A well maintained lawn increases the home’s value, makes it more inviting, and enhances the entire neighborhood. As the previous owners of our block’s worst lawn, we have learned firsthand the importance of vigilant maintenance. Our lawn was beyond repair. This year my husband and…
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