LOVE-New-York-Ava-Roxanne-500x669My daughter and I recently took a shopping trip to New York City with her pal and another mother at my daughter’s suggestion. We were staying at The Ritz-Carlton Central Park and it was our first time on 5th Avenue for Christmas, so we took plenty of photos.  As I was about to take yet another photo, this time standing in front of the gorgeous Christmas tree in the Star Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, I had an amazing realization.  I was not having to remind her to smile as I usually do when I am about to take a photo. She was already smiling!  Whether it was because her braces were now off, the S’mores and Cocoa in the Star Lounge tasted yummy or due to the amazing experience we were having that weekend, it did not matter.  For a child or teenager to deliver a never ending smile is a gift not to be taken for granted.

They say a smile can light up a room.  Well, a child’s smile can light up a mom’s heart! It will undoubtedly be my best gift from her for a very long time!

Take a look at the Spa Week article on special gifts children give their moms! When ask the question by Michelle (my Muse) of Spa Week, I became so aware of my special gift. Thank you Spa Week! she shares not only my wonderful gift but others as well.

Here’s a sneak peak at the Star Lounge in The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park one of the best place to stay when visiting New York!

More to come about a hotel ranked in the Top Ten in the US! The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park Ranked #1 Best Hotel in New York City.

I can’t wait to tell you all about it, what would you like to know?