The oldest of seven, I was born on February 14th, a Valentine baby. I’ve lived literally all over the country, but am happy to have finally settled down and I call Brackney home. My husband, Jay, and I have the most gregarious little boy named John. My former self was obsessed with photography and books. Now, my life is consumed with ridiculous amounts of laundry and building blanket forts. I’ve become a master at reading bedtime stories in character voices, kissing boo-boos, and answering all the curious questions my son throws my way. And I wouldn’t change it for anything.
Traci Taylor
Wide Awake at 2 A.M.? You Might Be a New Yorker and Suffering From Insomnia
Some people are lucky to never experience insomnia. Unfortunately, New Yorkers aren't among those people.
NYS Department of Labor Warns ‘Return to Work Credit Bonus’ Is a Scam
The New York State Department of Labor is warning of an email scam that could ultimately lead to your personal information being stolen.
New Yorkers Aren’t Exactly Adventurous When It Comes to Kitchen Gadgets
We can't believe that out of all the crazy, unique, and fun kitchen gadgets, THIS is the one New Yorkers searched for the most. Kind of disappointing.
Police Agencies in New York Plead for Help From Governor Hochul
Enough is enough say reps for NYS Park Police, University Police, Encon Officers, and Forest Rangers with the DEC. Help is needed and now.
Changes to New York’s Paid Family Leave Makes Caring for Loved Ones So Much Easier
Effective immediately, New Yorkers who have met the time-worked requirements for the state's Paid Family Leave will be given even more benefits.
If the Winter Weather Is Warm, Do New York Bears Still Hibernate?
Bears tuck away in winter, but what if the winter weather is warmer than usual? Will bears come out of their slumber? The answer is surprising!
Expanded NYS Whistleblower Law Offers Substantially More Protection for Employees
New York is an employment-at-will state, leaving many employees to feel unprotected and less likely to speak up with workplace concerns. That's about to change.
70 Years Ago a Recipe Was Created in Ithaca That Would Make Summer More Delicious
Seventy years ago, a professor at Cornell University in Ithaca published a piece that would change summer in upstate New York and in the most delicious of ways.
New York Initiates Two New Laws Aimed at Fighting Back Against Robocalls
In an effort to fight back against robocalls, New York has initiated two new laws that will, hopefully, make it hard for spammers to get through to you.
What the New National Ban on Surprise Medical Bills Means for You
Federal law now bans surprises medical bills for Americans with insurance following emergency medical care from an out-of-network provider.
New York State Is Installing Speed Cameras To Help Nab Lead Footed Drivers
New York will begin installing speed cameras in work zones through the state which will issue automatic speeding tickets to vehicles going too fast.
These 25 New York Towns Rank Very Best for Raising a Family [GALLERY]
Looking for the best possible place to raise your family in New York state? The people have spoken and these are the top 25 best towns in NYS for families.