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November 7, 2017·1 comment

Thank you, Mr. Disney. It’s only suitable the quote I found perfect for introducing you to my next life/career phase…

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Breaking Up With Booze

June 16, 2017·5 comments

It’s not you. It’s me. I can’t think of an extended period of time in my life since I turned…

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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

May 24, 2017·2 comments

Many moons ago, I used to write restaurants reviews in New York City on my blog formerly known as “Mona’s Apple.”…

Sleep Training: A Dummy’s Guide
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Sleep Training: A Dummy’s Guide

May 11, 2017·5 comments

My mom and I embarked on a two-day road trip from Charlotte to Rowayton, Conn., last June prior to LG’s arrival. It…

Leaning In: A Mom’s Decision to Go Back to Work
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Leaning In: A Mom’s Decision to Go Back to Work

April 26, 2017·2 comments

Last year at this time I was five-months pregnant and working from home. LG’s due date was sneaking up on…

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Finding Our Religion

March 22, 2017·6 comments

“I need to bring up a serious subject,” my dad said. We were walking to the market in Rowayton, Conn.,…

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    Moni·Uncategorized·November 7, 2017·1 comment

    Something’s Coming…

    Thank you, Mr. Disney. It’s only suitable the quote I found perfect for introducing you to my next life/career phase…

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    The Top 10 Best Places to Go Camping in Southern California

    Several friends have asked me for campsite recommendations near and around Los Angeles, and instead of piecing together an email…

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    Moni·Uncategorized·July 17, 2013·3 comments

    What’s Happening With the ‘Agnes Book’?

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I'm a new, bumbling mom to Harrison (8/15/16) and my husband and two rescue pets help me every step of the way. W+Q is the third incarnation of what began as a New York-based restaurant blog 12 years ago. Come along with me as I navigate our life as new parents in San Diego.

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