I’m at Seven Clown Circus today…

Just a quick note to let you know I’m over at Angie’s Seven Clown Circus today, so stop by and say hi! She’s the fabulous hostess of “Wordful” Wednesdays, a…

A fun hike at Lake Tahoe

We went to Tahoe with some friends last week and took the kids hiking up Mt. Judah / Donner Peak. It was an awesome hike! The wildflowers were in full…

A great week with friends

My friend Jen and her kids were here this week, visiting from the East Coast. We had the best time. (I just took them to the airport today and I’m…

Those jeans are workin’ for ya!

I went to a Girlfriends’ Night Out with some friends a while ago where Kathy Lipp (author of The Marriage Project and The Husband Project) was speaking. She talked about…

Ivy’s Ever After Giveaway!

A writing friend of mine, Dawn Lairamore, just had her first middle-grade novel published: I’m really excited–not only for Dawn, but also because she’s giving away a signed copy here! Before I…

It ended with a bang

We had a great time at our annual 4th of July celebration in our court this past weekend–swimming, playing games, and eating a whole bunch of delicious food. My daughter made and decorated the cupcakes……

If you’re having one of those days…

Happy Mom-Monday, everyone! I saw this quick video over at my friend Kim’s blog and had to share it. If you’re having one of those days, hopefully this (or some chocolate!) will make you smile:…