“Uncompartmentalizing” Me (A New Year’s Resolution)
About a year ago, I got an email invitation to join a group of writers and artists that meet in San Francisco once a week. In the email, the woman who…
A giveaway winner (just in time for Christmas)
Congratulations to Eric at Happy Birthday Author, who was commenter #14 on my giveaway post, and who won the pack of three of my children’s books! (Eric, I’ll send you a…
A quick favor to ask
Hey friends, I’m just popping in to ask a quick favor… I found out this morning that two of my picture book manuscripts qualified in a writing contest. The publisher that’s…
Three ways blogging has changed my life
A few weeks ago, I got an email from a friend who was considering starting a blog and pursuing writing. She wondered if we could meet for coffee and talk. After we met, I…
Blogging, Courage, Tomatoes and Inspiration
Happy Friday, everyone! I’m joining Jennifer in 7 Quick Takes today. After being “away” last week working on writing deadlines, I feel like there’s a lot to share… 1. Just…
183-calorie burgers, good storytelling, and getting yourself out of the fast lane
Happy Friday, everyone! I’m joining Jennifer in 7 Quick Takes again today… 1. Thanks to those of you who have been sending me your mom-stories! Keep them coming! I’ve loved reading…
Endings and beginnings (and blogging tips too)
Happy Friday, everyone! I’m joining Jennifer in 7 Quick Takes today… 1. For those of you in the US, I hope you had a great 4th of July! We went to…
4th of July Haiku
A great and free land built by those who sacrificed their lives for us all. If you live in the US, have a safe and wonderful holiday! God bless America!! (Take a…