If there’s one thing you never forget, it’s your very first blog conference. For me, it was the Casual Bloggers Conference. I had only been blogging for about 3 months. I knew no one. I went alone. And I felt alone. Surrounded by women I was certain were better than me in every area of life—not just blogging. Better mom[...]
It's bath time and I'm carefully and strategically pouring the water on Wesley's head to rinse out the shampoo--a task that for sensory reasons has been nearly impossible for the last 4 years. But recently he's turned a corner. And although he squirms and cringes and balls his hands into tight fists with his eyes squeez[...]
It's time. Here you go. They're yours. To cherish. To nurture. To love. And love them you most certainly will, just as I have loved you. This is the most beautiful gift I can give you. But it will cause you unspeakable pain as well. And break your heart. And keep you up at night with worry. And bring you to yo[...]
I've gotten pretty lucky with my recent book selections. The universe must know the words I've needed to hear and the way my heart has needed to be touched, because all three of my latest reads have stirred something deep within my soul. Give these a try--you won't be disappointed. I've shared a few of my favorite quotes from each boo[...]
I got goosebumps watching this trailer. And then I felt overwhelmingly humbled to play even a small role in the film. The trailer is beautiful you guys. And this community that we all get to be a part of--well, we're pretty lucky. Check out the American Blogger website for more information about the release in June. And lets try[...]
It's extra special for me when I get to share my real life best friends with you--the gals who I'm lucky enough to see on a regular basis, whose kiddos play with my kiddos, who meet me at Anthropologie when we both just need to get away, who I text with waaay too late into the night, and who listen when I need a shoulder to cry on.[...]
I ran my very first half marathon over the weekend. And I almost didn't do it. I made a bunch of excuses. And I almost backed out. Then sure enough, no sooner had I crossed the finish line, was I grabbing every brochure for upcoming half marathons in the southern California area. I was slow. I was sloppy. I had blisters and a terr[...]
