Birthday Wishes
I had a great 40th birthday yesterday, due in part to a wonderful conversation I had with an older (and wiser) friend. When we were talking last week in the midst of my overwhelm, I told her about my upcoming birthday. She made a noise that was the equivalent to rolling her eyes. She said, [...]
The Winners of the “Life is Sweet” Gift Basket Give-Away!
UPDATE: The baskets have gone out this week to the winners below! Three people didn’t respond so alternates were chosen: Marti L. from Bakersfield, CA; Kay B. from Idaho Falls, ID; and Mary K. from Grand Rapids, MI. Mahalo to everyone and especially Big Island Candies for helping me celebrate the release of my latest [...]
Wake Up Call
I’ve been a bit MIA these past few days (pun intended). I’ve been under the weather and it’s given me a chance to, well, think a few things through. And I’m sure it’s no coincidence that I’m a few days shy of my 40th birthday. I write about female characters who are in their mid-life, [...]
Baby Bling Giveaway!
THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED: THE WINNER IS MARY JENKINS. CONGRATULATIONS, MARY! One thing that’s great about the blogosphere is meeting so many amazing people, especially women! I’d like to introduce you to Stephanie Kalfus, founder and owner of Too Hot Tot Bling, which makes custom onesies with the finest bling available. The onesies are available [...]
Mia Unplugged
A few days ago my husband, Darrin, and I took a much needed R&R. It was only for three days and two nights, and less than an hour away. I know, I know–we live in Hawaii, which is where the rest of the world goes when they need R&R. The beaches aren’t far away from [...]
Life is Sweet and a *Really* Sweet Giveaway!
Today is the day. You write … you have a cup of tea … you write .. you buy groceries … you write … you eat dinner … you write … you give your kids a bath … you write … you sleep (if you’re lucky) … you write … you pay your rent … [...]
