Here’s one way to start the new year with a bang. Fearless and so confident you can do anything including something you’ve never done, like sing in front a crowd of your peers. But first, let me say Happy New Year to all of you. This time of year most of us will make a...
Author: Nadia Policard (Nadia Policard)
Recipe: The Best Homemade Cranberry Sauce Ever
Sure you can buy cranberry sauce in a can, but this homemade cranberry sauce is so delicious and easy to make, you’ll never buy that canned stuff again. I started making my own cranberry sauce a few years ago. This time of year I keep a container in the fridge to use even after Thanksgiving. It...
On Raising Privileged Kids That Have it All
Here’s the deal. My kids are what most people would call “privileged kids.” Not going to lie, they have it good. More importantly, they have everything I ever wanted as a child and more. A nice house, a nice car, the dog, and more. Most days I feel blessed that we can give them a good...
Missing Mexico
It seems like years ago that I was in Mexico with the kids. Having just gone there myself a few weeks ago, I missed the time I spent there with the kids. All I could think about was that I really wanted to go back to create more life-long memories. It was 2011, the kids...
Hispanic Heritage Month: A Mixed Latina Perspective
It’s Hispanic Heritage month. A time for Hispanics from Mexico, the Caribbean, Spain, and Central or South America to celebrate and honor their Hispanic heritage. Having just come back from a trip to Mexico City, my motherland, and mother’s land, now is the perfect time for me to reflect on who I am and where...
What’s in my Rocksbox?
Do you guys know how much I love jewelry? It’s my weakness. If I’m going to splurge on something nice, usually it’s on jewelry. But I usually stick to my usual pieces even if I am going to work or going for cocktails. It’s a combination of not having the budget to buy what I really want...
Disgusting is When You Insult Breastfeeding Moms
I woke up this morning to more Donald Trump news. Back in 2011, Donald Trump called attorney Elizabeth Beck “disgusting” after she stated she needed to break for lunch during a deposition to pump breast milk for her 3 month old baby. Beck was representing the opposing side. You would think Trump would deny...
Stay Fit & Cool Down This Summer With Low Calorie Treats
Our summers are busy. Travel, summer camps, play dates, and more travel. It sometimes feels impossible to stay fit in the summer with everything that is going on. And it’s soooo hot you can’t imagine anything else but going to the gym to work out. Temps can get up to 90+ degrees before 10 am...
Ten Things You Must Do in Paris
There are so many fun things to do in Paris. Many places to visit, all kinds of food to eat, cheese to sample, historic sites to explore. Let’s not forget the shopping that can be done in Paris! It can be overwhelming! When looking for fun and easy things to do in Paris, I found a...
You Might Be An Alpha Female If…
It has been said that Alpha women are the most powerful, dominant, relentless, and ambitious females in the world. These include women like Oprah Winfrey, Hillary Clinton, Barbara Walsh, Beyoncé, and Madonna to name a few. Heck, I’m sure you’ll agree Kim Kardashian is the alpha female among her sisters. Even with all of these strong...