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The Allure and Reality of With Love, Meghan
On my recent flight home from Europe, I watched Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan . The show features Meghan, Duchess...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20253 min read


Growth Isn't Starting Over
This is one of the reminders I come back to often. Growth doesn’t mean starting over… it means choosing purpose and showing up with...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


What’s Up With These Leg Cramps?!
This week, I had two nights where I was jolted out of a dead sleep with terrible leg cramps. I’m talking sharp, sudden spasms in my...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


Life lately = One Big Logistical Puzzle
Over the past few weeks, we’ve zigzagged from Florida ➡️ Maryland ➡️ NYC ➡️ New Jersey ➡️ back to Maryland ➡️ and now back to Florida....
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


I’ve officially said goodbye to Tide…
🧺 I Made the Switch 🧺 I’ve officially said goodbye to Tide… Something I’ve used for as long as I can remember. Original, Sport,...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


Trying new things… one bite at a time
We had one dinner in NYC this week… and wow, did we make it count. Our boys took us to Soothr (yes, spelled S-O-O-T-H-R), a Thai spot...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Growing Pains of an Empty Nest
This past week brought one of those whoa, life is different now moments. The dinner above was on the day that we were in New York City...
Alison Friedman
Jun 3, 20251 min read


Exploring Italy
This May, my husband Scott and I took a trip we’ll never forget. We wanted to end our youngest son Jake’s semester abroad in a special...
Alison Friedman
May 16, 20251 min read


True Luxuries
True wealth is measured in time, health, and the people and experiences that bring peace and joy.
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


Conquering the Amalfi Steps: A Family Adventure of Pride and Perseverance
We are in Italy right now and have been doing a whole lot of walking this trip, but not just walking… climbing! Our place in Amalfi had...
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


My Sandwich Generation Life: Navigating Spontaneity and Planning
There’s something about shopping with your adult son that hits different, especially when it’s not about you footing the bill. I recently...
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20252 min read


Mamma Agata Cooking School in Ravello
One of the highlights of our Italy trip was spending an unforgettable day in Ravello at the Mamma Agata Cooking School . We planned our...
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20252 min read


The Importance of the Right Olive Oil
One of the most eye-opening lessons from our day at Mamma Agata’s cooking school in Ravello wasn’t just about food, it was about oil. Not...
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


The Perfect Travel Magnifying Mirror
I’ve come to the conclusion that my 53-year-old eyes officially require a magnifying mirror. Not just for putting on makeup… but for plucking those random hairs that seem to appear out of nowhere. Without it, I might return from a trip with a full-on beard! Years ago, I remember watching my mother-in-law pack her own mirror for travel and thinking, Really? Now… I get it. I’m there. I found a great one on Amazon that’s lightweight, flat, lights up, and makes the job easy wit
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


Embracing Observation in Parenting Conversations
Lately, I’ve been practicing a different kind of growth. Not the loud, motivational kind, but the quiet, observational kind. I’ve noticed...
Alison Friedman
May 15, 20251 min read


Exploring Charleston in 16 Hours: A Perfect Road Trip Stop from Florida to Maryland
16 Hours in Charleston, SC Last weekend we road-tripped from Florida to Maryland, and since we didn’t have Lizzie with us (our...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20252 min read


Finding the Perfect Sneaker: How Free Foot Scanning Changed My Comfort Game
Back in 2012, I had an amazing experience at the Bloomingdale’s on 59th Street in NYC. Anyone remember the Denim Seeker? It was this...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20251 min read


Why One Size Fits All Fitness Plans Fail Women in Perimenopause and Menopause
Did you know every woman should be able to do 11 full push-ups... not on your knees, but real ones? I couldn’t do that until recently,...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20251 min read


Navigating Emotions and Mindset Shifts During an Estate Sale Journey
I created this section to share what’s really going on. No filters, no pretending things are perfect. Right now, I’m deep in the moving...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20252 min read


The Ozempic Craze: A Wake-Up Call to Real Health and Sustainable Weight Loss Strategies
The Ozempic craze isn’t just a trend… it’s a wake-up call about how disconnected we’ve become from real, sustainable health. Yes, GLP-1...
Alison Friedman
Apr 27, 20251 min read
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