Today I introduce you to my good friend Will. We originally met through a shared love of swing dancing. Later, after I graduated college and he went on to grad school in journalism, we collided at a mutual friend's writing group. Will’s sense of humor and devotion to uplifting, encouraging, and supporting his friends makes him a magnetic leader. He constantly strives to make everyone laugh…
I'm in a video! A writer friend who I met on Twitter, Imran Siddiq (@flickimp) invited me to be part of this fun video project. We all sent in clips of ourselves that were five seconds long, describing what kind of writer we were. I'm at the :51 mark. It's fun to see all the different ways that people portrayed themselves. I think I talk really…
How many times have you found a song that’s so mesmerizing, it actually transports you somewhere else while you’re listening to it? Songs have always haunted me, especially the lyrics. Whether it’s the opening melody to Disney’s Beauty and the Beast as I zoom through the forest toward the castle, or the heartbreaking soundtrack from Once, my brain slips into another realm where inspiration encircles me,…
This week was a quiet one for me! Lots of work, a little more sleep due to lowered spirits, but I think I'm making a comeback. Here's a glimpse: When you receive a compliment, it's better to write it down and treasure it, in case a busy schedule pushes it out of your mind, and then the kind word was wasted. Learning to not compare myself…
Some of the most spectacular moments are the ones when something I’ve always seen one way changes, and I see it in a new light. One of the toughest cookies I know is a gal who trains at a CrossFit gym. One day my heart melted when I realized she wasn’t just trying to outdo men with her badass exercise routine. I saw a shield she’d…
Hope everyone had a great week! And if it wasn't great, I hope you're finding the strength you need to face your obstacles. Here's a glimpse of four things from mine, plus one photo: 1. I've learned that no comparison of myself with another human being is ever good. (I'll either get snobby or depressed) 2. Just because someone's life looks awesome, according to their Facebook…
I am very excited to introduce you today to Steven Luna. Steven and I met through our publisher and the amazing world of Twitter. I was immediately struck by his kindness in helping spread good news for others across the web, as well as a fun-loving attitude that was readily apparent in all his communications. His photo says it in a nutshell...(scroll down to see what…
Last week, I sat in a circle of six women who’d gathered on a blanket under twin pine trees under a summer sky to save a friendship. If you’ve lived past the age of seven, you know how a friendship can go awry from an angry word, a lazy forgetfulness, a lie, etc. What the world needs more of is love, and especially the brave love…
Friends, a fun way to close your week is brought to you by the Friday Five! Four things I learned this week, and one fun photo! 1. I to see that no broken friendship is impossible to mend if each party is willing to speak the truth gently and listen to what the other has to say. 2. Pear gelato from Tutta Bella in Wallingford is…
Hello all! My monthly article from SheKnows Magazine posted today, and I wanted to share the news! I talk about four ways that help you and your sweetheart touch base and make sure the relationship doesn't fall into disrepair (an easy thing to happen, after the initial months of bliss and infatuation). Enjoy! Click here to read the 4 Keys to Healthy Relationships