We have reached the point of summer when the parents start to rise up in collective mutiny and demand that school start ASAP. For all those out there doing the exhausting juggling act, we’re almost there! Quote of the week:“Luxury has never appealed to me, I like simple things, books, being alone, or with somebody — Read More
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Weekly Roundup: July 18, 2025
Happy Friday! Let’s get right into it. Quote of the week:“I was made for another planet altogether. I mistook the way.” ― Simone de Beauvoir(I am feeling this a lot lately, as are the other sensitive empaths I know. The world feels very mean and harsh lately. I wish all the non-assholes could just form their — Read More
Weekly Roundup: July 4, 2025
Happy 4th of July! It’s no secret that I’m quite displeased with the current state of the country. We’re in dark times. But I know there are so many of us who truly stand by what this country was founded on. A little history refresher: On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted the — Read More
Weekly roundup: June 27, 2025
Happy Friday! I’m riding a little high from a great book launch event last night. Thank you to everyone who came out! I’m quite the introvert and have a lot of nerves about things like this, but the group who came was so warm and kind. THANK YOU! Quote of the week:“At the end of — Read More
Weekly Roundup: June 22, 2025
It’s officially summer! We kicked things off with a wonderful trip to Maui. I’ve been going to the island since I was a kid, it’s like a second home. It never disappoints. We are now adjusting to a new summer routine with my daughter in camp and me starting a new work situation next week. — Read More
Weekly roundup: June 6, 2025
It’s been a week over here. The last week of school for my daughter, juggling a bunch of work things, turning in edits for my 2026 book, getting ready for a trip. I am rather scattered, but here’s my best attempt at a roundup. Quote of the week:“Here’s an idea: All emotions start out as — Read More
Weekly Roundup: May 9, 2025
Happy Friday! Look at me, getting a weekly roundup done on time. To all the moms out there, I hope you feel special and loved this weekend. For anyone who is struggling with Mother’s Day (for any number of reasons), I see you. Sending love. Quote of the week:“The luminous and shocking beauty of the — Read More
Weekly Roundup: February 21, 2025
Whew, made it to Friday. We had a 4-day weekend last weekend and I was still recovering from that most of this week. Any parent of a young child understands. The news cycle is extra exhausting. I hope we can all relax a little this weekend. Quote of the week:“To be true to myself, to — Read More
Weekly Roundup: October 18, 2024
It’s been a couple weeks since my last roundup and it’s been BUSY. After celebrating my daughter’s birthday, I headed to Maui for a few days of heaven. This week, I’ve been catching up with regular life. #whiplash. Here’s the roundup! Quote of the week:“Once we’re thrown off our habitual paths, we think all is — Read More
Weekly Roundup: August 9, 2024
Today is National Book Lovers Day, which should be a national holiday so that everyone can just sit and read. Alas, I am in the midst of my usual responsibilities, but looking forward to reading in bed later. On to the roundup! Quote of the week:“Maybe it’s good we don’t know what will happen next — Read More