Writing Samples

Collection of writing samples from 2003-present:

MuckRack

 ALL THINGS HAIR

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Hair Interview: Rockin’ the Gray Hair Color Trend

5 Minutes with Georgette Padilla on Bright Hair Colors

How to Get Slicked Back Hair, 4 Ways

Holiday Hair Trends from Ursula Stephen

Office-Friendly Costumes: 5 Metallic Accessories We Love

Witch Hair: 5 Ideas to Try for Halloween

6 Really Cool Fall Hats We Love

1980s Hairstyles: 4 Totally Tubular Ideas for Halloween

Paris Street Style Looks that Slay

8 Back-to-School Hair Trends We’re Digging

Look of Summer: Rainbow Roots

AM New York

Stalker: Magical, mind-bending fun you have to see to believe

New York Family

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February Cover Mom Sophie Demenge Founder of Oeuf: A New York Love Story

46 Free Family Activities to Do in Westchester

Cooking with Teens: Ways to Get Them in the Kitchen – New York Family

Family Travel: How to plan a fun family trip for getaways near and far

Family-Friendly and Fun TV Shows to Watch with Your Kids

Westchester Family

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Free Things To Do in Westchester with Kids

Supporting Local Westchester Businesses during COVID-19

Batch Cooking While in Quarantine

What I Learned During Coronavirus

Local Art and Virtual Activities

How These Local Moms are Coping with Quarantine and Homeschooling

10 Family Hikes in Westchester while Social Distancing

Go on a Virtual Tour of These Museums and Cultural Institutions

Hispanic Heritage Month Events in Westchester

The Benefits of Preschool and Montessori Schools

2024 Westchester Summer Bucket List – Westchester Family

Strawberry Festivals In and Around Westchester This Summer – Westchester Family

10 Best Sex Education Books for Families understand puberty

Diaper Services in Westchester – Westchester Family

Family-Friendly Wine Bars in Westchester – Westchester Family

Glamping Spots Near Westchester – Westchester Family

Best Brunches in Westchester – Westchester Family

Road Trips to Explore Near Westchester – Westchester Family

7 Family Camping Experiences in Westchester – Westchester Family

2023 Westchester Spring Bucket List – Westchester Family

Dobbs Ferry NY Things to Do – Westchester Family

For the People and Kids Empowers Communities – Westchester Family

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY Travel – Westchester Family

Writing Classes for Teens in Westchester – Westchester Family

How to Get Your Kids to Start Skiing – Westchester Family

How to Find Mold in Your Home – Westchester Family

Childbirth Classes in Westchester – Westchester Family

Puerto Vallarta Ultimate Travel Getaway – Westchester Family

COTTAGES GARDENS

Serena Norr- Author Page

Pamper Yourself This Holiday Season

Lavish Open House in the Hamptons

Grand Opening of the Bedford Playhouse

Why the Elaborate Franciacorta Wine Region Needs to be on Your Radar

Where to Eat and Drink in Tulsa

Take a Tour of The Marquee: A Boutique Timeshare That Combines Luxury with Augmented Reality

Steinway Hall’s Historic Landmark Penthouse Wants $21M

A Tribeca Pad with Chic Scandinavian Style Lists at 100 Franklin Street

Barbie’s Fun-Filled Malibu Dreamhouse Is Available to Rent for the First Time

Why the Elaborate Franciacorta Wine Region Needs to be on Your Radar

Nashville’s The Dive Motel & Swim Club is Oozing with 70s Charm with a Twist

Enjoy the Finest French and Italian Cuisine at the Chic CoCo J’adore

Where to Eat and Drink in Tulsa

Take a Tour of The Marquee: A Boutique Timeshare That Combines Luxury with Augmented Reality

Take a Tour of Tulsa’s Philbrook Gardens

Step Inside the Luxury Concept Experience at The Perfect Provenance

A Fast-Casual Restaurant in Stamford You’ve Got to Check Out

18 Holiday Gift Ideas That Are Good Enough to Eat

Grand Opening Celebration of the Bedford Playhouse

GUIDEPOSTS

3 Comforting Crock Pot Recipes for Fall

Create a Peaceful Home Office

9 Ways to Support Your Community During Tough Times

THE LADDERS

I tried Instagram Reels and this is what happened

I tried answering as many emails as I could and this is what happened 

PAMPERS

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How the Definition of Love Changes After Kids

12 Moments You’ll Want to Write Down During Baby’s First Year

Last Names that Make Great First Names

Top 10 Baby Names Inspired by Past Presidents

5 Ways I’m Preparing My Child for Preschool

8 Ways to Survive a Summer Pregnancy

The Honest Company

Serena Norr Joins the Honest Blogging Family – Honestly
Staying Healthy During The Colder Months
Recycling and Crafting with DIY Bookmarks
Shopping Local and Eating Healthy
Making the Switch to Eco-Friendly Cleaners

COOL MOM PICKS

62 Million Girls Yearbook 
Stylish New Baby Carriers
http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2015/10/29/ultimate-last-minute-halloween-ideas/
http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2015/10/29/new-comotomo-silicone-baby-bottles/
http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2015/12/08/baby-tights-june-and-january/

THE HUFFINGTON POST

Seven Soups Inspired by the Oscars for Best Motion Picture

Can Bikers and Walkers Co-Exist?

Moving Back Home

Soups for Spring

Chilled Summer Soups

Irish Soups

RELOCATION.COM

A Super Easy Do-It-Yourself Wall Art Project

Car Move: Fun Activities for Kids When on the Road

How to Organize Your Closet

Moving with Toddlers

Relocating During the Holidays: How to Make the Most of this Unique Moving Experience

Settling In: How to Have a Low-Key Thanksgiving After Moving Day
Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day
Relocation.com’s 2011 Moving, Storage and Home Improvement Resolutions
Sleek and Functional Products for the Home
Moving Home: Don’t Dread the Journey Back
Relocation.com’s Best Cities for Coffee Lovers
How to Get Organized and Have an End of Season Garage Sale

The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – February 16, 2011
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – October 14, 2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – October 6, 2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – August 18,2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – August 11, 2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – July 28, 2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report – July 21, 2010
The Celebrity Beat: Relocation.com’s Celebrity Real Estate Report
Part 1: The Devastating Impact of the BP Oil Spill on the Real Estate Industry (with Joann Pan)
Part II: The Devastating Impact of the BP Oil Spill on the Real Estate Industry (with Joann Pan)
Let’s Get Physical: Where are the Healthiest Cities to Live
Green Home Ideas
Buy or Rent? The 10 Best Cities for Both Markets
Relocation.com’s Best Real Estate Blogs for Los Angeles

Tea and Coffee Trade Journal

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Annual syrups survey: Tea and Coffee Trade Journal will illustrate how the market for syrups is expanding through an analysis of trends, top sellers and the future of this unique supplement.

Yerba mate–new trends, old traditions: in Part I of this article, we explored the origins of the ancient drink of Yerba mate and its ceremonial roots. Much like the rest of the tea industry, this once specialized brew is becoming mainstream in an international market.

Working for parents–sustaining the industry from generation to generation: talented individuals are sustaining the coffee and tea industry by continuing family dynasties that they have essentially learned about from the roots up.

Where does the caffeine go? Decaf coffee is just one of the growing segments in the coffee market. The extraction of coffee is an intricate process where the removed caffeine is converted into items that we enjoy in our everyday lives–sodas, cosmetics and pharmaceutical products.

Let’s get personal–personalizing your own niche in tea: special events from weddings to baby showers are moments that you want to mark with your personal touch. Companies are now incorporating tea in their product line to personalize anything from favors to special blends that can be customized to your preferences.

Spa and teas–an ethereal experience.

An education in tea: the tea industry is booming with more and more individuals wanting to learn about the inner working of tea. Tea & Coffee Trade Journal highlights a few of these notable offerings.

Swiss water process: the 100% chemical free decaf coffee: the patented Swiss Water Process is renowned for its 100% chemical free properties that utilize water to decaffeinate. This organically certified blend is one of the world’s most preferred decaf blends available only from Vancouver, Canada.

Northern Westchester Moms

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