Great cookbook. I picked this up from the library on a whim and found a lot of recipes that I liked. In fact I plan the next few weeks of meals around recipes in the book. Some of our favorites were the shrimp scampi, meatloaf, chicken piccata, and beef stew. I found the recipes to... Continue Reading →
Passion Project: Write a Novel
I’ve read articles and author comments about getting in the game of writing for financial gain. It’s near impossible they say and I believe them. I completely believe them. Upwards to one million books are published every year in the United States alone. Near half of these are self-published, according to my research. I’m writing... Continue Reading →
Jungle Gym Kinda Days
My days are like climbing a jungle gym. I might fall if I don’t grasp the bar firmly. Searching for balance as of late has been an ongoing mission. I realize life will never be in perfect balance, though some days may feel that way, most will not. Yesterday I had my toddler run away... Continue Reading →
Two Years as a SAHM: Is it time to go back to work?
It’s been two-and-a-half years since I’ve been home with my now two and a half-year-old and five-year-old, while my seven-year-old was in school. A nanny comes twice a week so I can write and take a little time for myself (you know to do things like getting a mammogram). I’m getting the itch to get... Continue Reading →
Kids and Gardening-Oh My!
My garden is so neglected. I'm a stay home mom trying to write a novel and pump life into a fairly large garden. It's impossible. Every year I tell myself I'm going to get ahead of the game and be prepared for planting, weeding, erecting supports, throwing down straw, getting my defenses ready for pest... Continue Reading →