Enjoying the snow

Posted on January 27, 2026 by mlenoach

NYC got hit with a lot of snow on Sunday.

I had the best day wrapped up in blankets. I was also mildly productive.

On Monday, it was all about the snow day.

snow shenanigans

My Dear Friend Cards

Posted on January 24, 2026 by mlenoach

In honor of MLK Jr. Day, my daughter and I made cards for seniors in nursing homes/rehab facilities. We’ve been doing this for a few years now and really enjoy it. I was in charge of the writing, and my daughter did all the drawings ❤️.

This amazing program is facilitated by GlamourGals. Check them out!

Musical Explorer event at Carnegie Hall

Posted on January 22, 2026 by mlenoach

Carnegie Hall has great family programming. This past Saturday, we enjoyed their Musical Explorer program, featuring three performers. It was a great blend of music, dance, and storytelling. Everyone, especially the kids, was encouraged to sing along and learn different cultural dances. We had a great time!

Keychain making at Michaels

Posted on January 13, 2026 by mlenoach

On Sunday, my daughter, Maxi, and I attended the keychain-making class at Michaels.

Maxi got to choose all her beads, and I just helped with the knots. It was a nice, quick, and free event.

Attended PBR: Unleash the Beast last night.

Posted on January 10, 2026 by mlenoach

This weekend, Madison Square Garden is all about the Cowboys. PBR: Unleash the Beast is a bull-riding competition where riders must stay on a bull for 8 seconds. Both rider and bull are then judged by their performance. It’s pretty intense watching everybody ride, but also really fun. My friend and I had the best time.

Here are some photos (and a video) of the night.

Celebrating Three Kings

Posted on January 6, 2026 by mlenoach

It’s been a fun couple of days celebrating Three Kings.

Building a tow truck at Home Depot

Posted on January 3, 2026 by mlenoach

We are starting the new year by trying new things and learning! Every first Saturday of the month, Home Depot holds a free workshop for kids. This month, the workshop focused on building a tow truck. Staff provide you with everything you need to make it, including all the tools.

I wasn’t sure if my daughter would enjoy this activity, but she absolutely loved it. The instructions are easy to follow, and upon completion, they leave you with a sense of accomplishment. Each packet also includes a certificate of achievement and a pin to collect. The activity goes from 9 am – 12 pm while supplies last. I arrived around 9:10 am, and the area was already packed.