It’s been a strange winter, hasn’t it?  Extreme weather has blurred the lines so much that sometimes it was hard to recognize winter.  But in the fields and on the beaches of the Hamptons, a new season is already beginning to assert itself.  We are on the brink of change, and I am reminded of these lines from a favorite song…

So, you have decided to hire domestic help, and you have secured a staffing agency to lead a search. Great! Next, you spoke with the recruiter, described your needs, and agreed on a job description. Wonderful! Now that you’ve taken those steps …

Although everyday life has become increasingly unaffordable for almost everyone, a new class of private, members-only and concierge services is emerging. It’s a great time to be rich in New York City.

The Southampton Holiday Parade was more dazzling than ever this year, with its dancing angels and glittering fire trucks. But even Santa might secretly wish sometimes for a bit of quiet at the holidays.

It’s here! Daylight Savings has arrived, which means we are a hop, skip and jump to the holidays. Time to deal with the annual puzzle of seasonal staff scheduling.