It's All Fun & Games Until It's Not...

When even the happiest places don't always live up to your expectations

I had been looking forward to yesterday’s Mermaid Parade at Coney Island (my true happy place 🤩 and part of my Fun Practice) for months.

The whole morning went super smoothly. Weather was perfect; baby had a well-timed nap; we made it out of the house in time to hop in the same train car as my good friend coming from midtown (it’s the best when you’re …