Jul 22, 2011 | Beauty + Joy
Ever since I returned from my retreat the monastery last week, I've been lying low. Feeling quiet. In a little bubble. I thought and I expected that I would return with some great clarity of purpose and boundless energy to DO things. But actually, I...Jul 3, 2011 | Beauty + Joy
When my son and I were visiting my mom in Ohio a couple weeks ago, his cousins Tara and Nikki came to visit. We were having fun chasing each other around the yard, climbing in the treehouse, and playing card games. Kayne's dad, Bob, surprised us all with...Jun 17, 2011 | Beauty + Joy, Unique Gifts
Father’s Day is right around the corner. If you need a last-minute gift for Dad, just read on for a few creative, easy ideas. I’m giving away ten free copies of my ebook, Present Perfect: 127 creative, one-of-a-kind, no-to-low cost, wow-em gifts...May 20, 2011 | Beauty + Joy
On a whim, I bought my dentist a Gerbera Daisy from a flower stand near the medical office. It was a simple and inexpensive way to for me to express my gratitude that I have a dentist who is cheerful and oh-so-positive. I loved her glee at my simple gift: "Oooh!...Apr 14, 2011 | Beauty + Joy
The other day I was walking up the street to my car. I've walked this street a thousand times, as we often park there, right beside the little park affectionately known as Cat Poop Park. I happened to look down as I walked and I noticed some words etched in the...Feb 23, 2011 | Beauty + Joy
For four days now, my son has been wearing drawn-on bunny whiskers in honor of the Year of the Rabbit and his participation in the Chinese New Year Parade. I love how out-of-character and eccentric this is. It reminds me to give people room to invent themselves anew...