There’s nothing like baking a lot (or cooking with some complicated recipe) that makes me really wish I had one of those spacious kitchens with a very large island which would all equal one thing: lots of counter space. But I make it work. Even if that means sometimes the…
Looking for something new to get into the holiday spirit? Over the last weekend I made it back out to the National Zoo after dark to see the zoo lit up like…well, kind of like a long, winding Christmas tree. Many of the paths leading off to see the animals…
Is there a season I love more than the holidays? Sure, spring and fall are quite nice, but there isn’t the same feeling that comes with the holidays. It’s that cozy feeling I love, with the hot chocolate, the warm holiday movies (like Love Actually), maybe now some hot wine…
I finished! In 30 days I wrote my novel. Or at least 29. And while there is a LOT of revising still to do, it’s definitely a sense of accomplishment at having finished. Because this time last week as I slipped further behind, I thought there was no way I…
Thanksgiving has come with a well needed break, even if that break means a lot of work catching up on my word count. I have to admit that the other day I resolved myself to the fact that this year I might not make it to the end of my…
First of all, last Friday was an important day to thank a veteran, to thank all of those currently serving and who have served. I know I made sure to call the favorite veteran in my life (my father) and chat with him for a bit in the afternoon. Here…