Joyce, an Upper East Side mother of twin 2-year old-boys, is always on her toes. "I'm constantly two steps behind," she said at a recent meeting of the Manhattan Mother of Twins Club, a support group for parents with multiples. “The…
8 Speedy Spring Cleaning Tips By Brynn Mannino Maeve, as featured in Woman's Day
Photo Credit: M. Bartosch Every home should be a haven, a place of serenity for you and your family. This holiday season, take time to organize your home – before and after the holidays – and keep the season of…
Thanks to those who came out for the SuperSlow Studio Health Fair last week at Transform Fitness. The event featured the following NYC health & wellness practitioners: Ana Nieto, Master Trainer Stephen Fulgham, Wellness Coach Marie Huerter, Wellness Coach…
It has to be done. The Holidays are over and I'm taking a half hour to clean out my fridge. Here's how: Maeve's Five Steps to a Fresh Fridge: 1. Expiration Date: If it is past its prime toss it.…
You know it... that feeling that comes the second a vacation begins. Sometimes kicking in as soon as your first step out the door, suitcase in hand. I find this feeling humbling. Work and life obligations distance in a second…
Just my luck. We are in the midst of a cold spell and my heat is out. Thanks to my hearty Vermont blood I've been able to withstand it for three days, but last night was bad. Like a child…
51st & 7th, NYC Yesterday was freezing. Bitter cold. I left an early morning meeting in midtown and stumbled into Sahki and his Soup on Wheels Stand at 51st & 7th. Tomato Bisque, Chicken Gumbo, Split Pea, Pasta…
There's a groundswell in the NYC business community. Entrepreneurs, like myself, are using the economic downturn to our advantage by leveraging Social Networking. There are events going on all over the city (BNI, The Real Deal, Ladies Who Launch) that…
Last weekend my friend Anna and I went to our first clothing swap of '09 (read here to learn how to throw your own). It was loaded up with designer clothing and accessory treasures. Anna made a clean sweep. Check…
'Tis the season for shopping, right? Not anymore. But how about swapping? And I don't mean bartering goods. I mean willingly laying your stuff on a table for anyone to pick up, and for you to do the same. I…
The holidays are for giving, yes, but that doesn't mean we must LOVE everything we receive. Do yourself a favor and get rid of holiday gifts you don't like ASAP. This means the thoughtful but not your style candle, frame,…
I sent my previous post as an email and my inbox is now flooded with things people have tossed/are tossing. (see Happy New Year 2009!) This begs a follow up... What did you/are you getting rid of??? Comment and forward…
Even the organizer needs inspiration... I dumped 1,000 emails 3 bags of paper 1 bag of misc. stuff And tacked up this note. Happy New Year! Maeve's apt. Self Portrait: Scrap Paper on Motivation Mirror 12.29.08
With a little effort you can breeze through holiday stress triggers: Foods To Avoid: Many of us have foods we know we can't eat (wheat, sugar, dairy, caffeine, soy). They trigger energy spikes, induce cravings and affect our mood. So…
Gift Cards: Major retailers and pharmacies carry gift cards starting at $15. Walk in or log on to The Home Depot, Barnes & Noble, CVS and others. Buy the gift that lets them choose. One Size Fits All: Give the same…
Wish List: Think about what will make your home more livable: Perhaps fresh paint or reduced clutter. Write it down. Goal Plan: List practical things you can do each week to keep your house in order: sort photos, toss voluminous…
My friend Kristin Duarte called last week and said, "I'm sort of organized but if I have to sit here and look at things they way they are, it will drive me crazy." Sort of organized? Kristin is one of…
Every home should be a haven. A place of serenity for you and your family. Make peace with yourself and learn to love the way you live: What I Love: Name activities that nurture - like dinnertime or bedtime reading.…
Remember, your goal is to reduce volume. A clutter free New Yorker is a happy New Yorker. Try each of these tips this week and let me know how it goes: Toss Five: Toss five expired items from your fridge,…
