This is a time of year when a lot of people are reflecting on how great the past year was, and setting their intentions and making plans for a great year to come.  Well … I’ll be honest, 2013 was not my favorite year.  In fact it was one of the most challenging mother-effing years [...]

Thanksgiving is tomorrow!  I can’t wait.  I love cookin’ up big meals and spending time with friends and family.  I hope that whatever you are doing, it nourishes you deeply. I just got back from a family vacation to Mexico. I feel so grateful to have been able to take time in warm weather and [...]

In my last post, I enthusiastically encouraged you to stop searching for the approval of others and instead become your own favorite. Sage advice perhaps, but many of you asked how the hell you would go about doing this?! I heard you loud and clear and am here to help you along the way. First, [...]

I just got back from a lovely family trip to Chicago to see my brother and his family, and my papa and step-mom. It was super laid back, full of entertaining conversations, games, amazing meals, long walks and lots of kid time. Here’s a picture of me teaching my papa how to take a selfie. [...]