When we got the invitation to my friend, Madeline's daughter's wedding, I was excited. My husband and I had been there when she gave birth to Michelle, 29 years ago, so it was particularly emotional. We arrived in Connecticut about 2 hours after our departure from Long Island and saw...
Why Do People Ignore Messages? A Look at Text Message Etiquette
Have you ever sent a text, Facebook message, Instagram DM, WhatsApp, or email, only to be met with total silence? If you have, you're not alone. And if you're anything like me, that silence can leave you questioning. How does it make you feel? What’s your reaction when someone doesn’t...
Is 23andMe.com Worth It?
Is 23andMe.com Worth it? I got the itch...Everyone was doing it, why shouldn't I? I bought three kits - one for my dad, my husband and me. I found out that I was 99.6 percent Ashkenozi, which surprised me a little. After getting the results and finding them somewhat interesting,...
A Magical Wedding in Vail, Colorado
A Magical Wedding in Vail, Colorado My family and I flew into Denver International airport on Friday night, around 8 pm. We were going to meet my son there. He was in Phoenix for the summer at an internship and if all worked out, he would land a half hour...
One Month and Counting…
One Month and Counting... It's been one month since Lori, my sister, called me and then I later found out she had a massive stroke. That was April 9. My life and the lives of her two daughters, her fiance, my father and brother and everyone who knew her changed...
A Tribute to Lori Weiss
A Tribute to Lori Weiss: This is the eulogy I read at Lori's funeral yesterday: ------ Lori, it’s your 60th birthday and it gives me an opportunity to reflect back on all of the things we shared and experienced through the last 56 years. For starters, I’m sorry I arrived...
My Sister Had a Stroke
My sister had a stroke Lesson learned: Don't trust doctors, trust your instincts! It all happened the first week in April. Lori, my sister, was complaining about migraines. She went to Plainview Hospital twice and had cat scans and they found nothing. NOTHING. She went to Island Neurological, a division...
The Day South Park Played a Prank on Us with Alexa
If there’s one thing South Park is known for, it’s pushing boundaries with its sharp humor and clever commentary. While I don’t usually watch the show, my husband is an occasional viewer. One night, South Park entertained us and wreaked havoc in our household, thanks to our Amazon Alexa. Are...
Three “Must Have” Documents for Parents of a Child with Special Needs
Three “Must Have” Documents for Parents of a Child with Special Needs Although legal planning documents such as a health care proxy, power of attorney, last will & testament, etc. are an important part of any estate plan, if you are the parent of a child with special needs, these standard estate planning documents...
What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? By Vincent J. Russo
What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? By Vincent J. Russo Although Medicare and Medicaid are both federally funded health insurance programs, they have different eligibility requirements and the benefits differ. Who is eligible for Medicare? Who is eligible for Medicaid? Medicare is an entitlement program. This means that if you have worked...