It’s wonderful to hear about people spending time in their “happy place.” For many children, that happy place is sleep away summer camp with friends from around the world who really “get” them. For some people, that happy place is a specific destination or vacation spot that they adore because it fills them up and […]
Author: Alana
Wishful vs. Wistful: Reprise
In 2016, following my son’s bar mitzvah, I penned a piece, “Wishful vs. Wistful.” It was a cathartic expression of my boundless pride coupled with a deep sense of grief at the conclusion of such a momentous event and rite of passage. Now, five years later, Marc and I are getting ready to send our […]
Travel with Friends
My family loves to travel. We’ve been ‘round the world and don’t intend to stop anytime soon. One interesting approach to travel that we enjoy from time to time is traveling with friends. It’s a great way to capitalize on common interests, to spend more concentrated time together, and to enjoy unique experiences – memories […]