Since last September, I've been all via GIPHY Morning, noon, and night, I poured over my book, determined to meet the February manuscript deadline. As of February 28 at 3:00, I met that deadline--nay, I SLAYED that deadline!--and I learned a few things whilst slaying. Allow me ... » Learn More about Things I Learned While Writing My First Book
Parenting
Understanding Pregnancy Over 40
Hi, pals! This post is a bit of a departure from my usual writing, but because I have friends who have experienced or who are currently struggling with infertility issues, I agreed to share this important information. Hugs to anyone who recognizes themselves in these words. Forty is the new ... » Learn More about Understanding Pregnancy Over 40
Names & Words
If you'd said the name "Hamilton" a few years ago, I would've been all meh. Like, okay, he's on the ten dollar bill...aaaand? When the Broadway musical, Hamilton, came out, that all changed, and after seeing it last night, I'm pretty sure that's the whole point of the show: remember Alexander ... » Learn More about Names & Words
20 Things You Can Do with Your Time Other Than Freak Out Over Christmas Songs & Movies
I'm really ready to snap on the Internet. Forrest Gump's Mama was right: stupid is as stupid does, and stupid sure does a lot. Especially on social media. If I read one more article about how radio stations are refusing to play certain holiday songs, or how people are actually using precious ... » Learn More about 20 Things You Can Do with Your Time Other Than Freak Out Over Christmas Songs & Movies
You Can’t Break a City Made of Steel
It was raining and cold on Saturday morning. Soccer had been canceled, so everyone in my house was lazing around in PJs. While I was sipping coffee and snuggling my kids, a man shot and killed eleven people who were worshiping in their Squirrel Hill Tree of Life synagogue. The man's name isn't ... » Learn More about You Can’t Break a City Made of Steel