Not Just Children Believe in Santa Claus
‘Twas the season of Christmas and Chanukah, and Alan and his wife were at the mall. They saw the mall Santa Claus, and they decided to get into the line. Of course, the line consisted mostly of young...
View ArticleMother’s Day AND National Nutty Fudge Day!
Not only is May 12th Mother’s Day, but it is also National Nutty Fudge Day. Two amazing holidays! To enjoy Mother’s Day, parent, and children stories in celebration of Mother’s Day, you can click...
View ArticleA Second Grade Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day was always a big deal as a little kid. In second grade, all the moms were invited to come into school on their special day and hear poems that their children had written for them. In...
View ArticleAn 11-Year Old’s Mother’s Day Plan
This year for Mother’s Day, I asked my 11-year old son if he had any thoughts about doing something special for me on Sunday. He proudly announced yes, he and his good friend Jack had a plan! Oh, how...
View ArticleMy Favorite Sandy Koufax Story
Back in 1965 Sandy Koufax refused to pitch in the first game of the World Series because it fell on Yom Kippur, a Jewish high holy day. In his place, Don Drysdale (the Dodger’s ace right hander)...
View ArticleWait…Do I Believe in Magic?
This story begins, like my life, when I was a baby. I grew up in a multi-denominational household, with a Jewish-raised dad and a generally Christian-raised mom. They dealt with holidays for my sister...
View ArticleThe Scariest Gym in Town
This photo was found during the week of Halloween on the window of what is undoubtedly the scariest gym in NYC. While this guy does seem to actually be having a pretty good time, we wouldn’t be...
View ArticleHayrides and Mudslides
As a child, my family and I would take trips out to a farm to a pick pumpkins and ride a spooky hayride. One year I learned a valuable lesson about keeping my hands in the vehicle at all times. The...
View ArticleNot-So-Scary Stories [VIDEO]
The scarers at Horseman’s Hollow in Sleepy Hollow, NY tell us funny stories about scaring people during the Halloween season. Be sure to check out Horseman’s Hollow here...
View ArticleThe Real Meaning of Halloween
In the chaos of holiday traditions, it’s common to overlook or forget the true reason for celebration. But at Smiles For All we are always mindful that holidays are not just about overeating, getting...
View ArticleSome Halloween Love For People Without Costumes
Dear Secret Diary. Today was Halloween, and I know folks enjoy being complimented on their costumes. But this doesn’t mean that those not wearing costumes can’t also feel some love. Tonight, I ran...
View ArticleThe Realist Guide To Holiday Nutrition
Let’s face it. The holidays are coming, and with them come feelings of joy and merriment, nights spent round the fireplace and tables piled so densely with delicious food that they seem to have their...
View ArticleBeyoncé Shows Up To Friendsgiving Empty-Handed (In Four Acts)
You just know Beyoncé would never bring a dish to a potluck. I. Diva Ego Emotion Beautiful Liar Naughty Girl Why Don’t You Love Me II. Grown Woman Love on Top What’s It Gonna Be Check On It Waiting...
View ArticleThe Thankfulness of Children
I’m thankful, don’t get me wrong, but to be honest I never think about what for specifically. When my uncle cops out of making a toast at Thanksgiving dinner again, each member of my family will have...
View ArticleThanksgivingkah Menorah
Did you know that this year will be the first and last in our lifetime when Thanksgiving collides with Hanukkah? My cousin Joe Ihns, an amazing artist, wood worker and furniture maker took on the...
View ArticleA Toast
When I was four-years-old I had Thanksgiving with my family, as per usual. Nothing truly ground breaking about that. For the three years prior I also had Thanksgiving dinner with my relatives instead...
View ArticleThanksgiving with Dad
So the beautiful time of Thanksgiving is once again upon us. It is a magical time of family, friends, being thankful, and stuffing your face like no one is watching. Thanksgiving is big in my family,...
View ArticleHoliday Gym Reminder
This gym has some great advice. I’m still holding out for a secret 3rd option… The post Holiday Gym Reminder appeared first on Smiles For All.
View ArticleWhy Carol Doesn’t Cook
Now first it is important to let you know that I am not known for my expertise in the kitchen. I am more known for not being relied on if one is looking for a home-cooked meal. Being from Long Island,...
View ArticlePresents That Made Me Laugh
November 30, 2013– In the past two weeks, I heard about two hysterical birthday presents. A gentleman told me his wife didn’t care what he got her for his 70th birthday so long as he got her something...
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