I’ve always believed in putting positive energy into the world. I cheer on my friends when something wonderful happens; their joy is my joy. I try to be encouraging when they are facing challenges. Sometimes just letting someone vent or have as much time as they need to talk about what’s bothering them, is aContinue reading “Do you believe in Karma?”
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The Book Stall Storytime
I spent a fantastic Saturday morning at The Book Stall in Winnetka, a wonderful independent book store with 75 years in the community. Author events and book clubs fill their calendar. It was a dream-come-true feeling, reading ALIANA REACHES FOR THE MOON and answering questions from the crowd which included babes in arms, engaged childrenContinue reading “The Book Stall Storytime”
Tunes and Tales
I’m very excited with all the wonderful avenues I’ve been allowed to share and celebrate my new book! On Wednesday, I spent the day in Fort Collins, Colorado recording Tunes and Tales with show host Kristen Olsen and Jonathan Bennett! Link to livestream KRFCfm 88.9 (you can live-stream the show on Sunday, 3/3/19 6PM MST!Continue reading “Tunes and Tales”
Word for 2019
Reach My word for 2019 is reach! I’ve been thinking about this for a few days and had almost settled on something else, when I realized this is perfect! Reach has many meanings: achieve accomplish grasp influence #wordoftheyear
Solstice and the (almost) full moon
As the shortest day of the year turns from daylight to darkness, the moon rises. This beautiful gibbous moon, just one day shy of a full moon, brightens the night. This was the inspiration for Aliana Reaches for the Moon. Look for more photos of the moon tomorrow.
Why I’m feeling over the moon π π π
This week, we received accolades from two STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) professionals for the book ALIANA REACHES FOR THE MOON.Β “This short childrenβs book imparts many pearls of wisdom about the qualities of a scientist, while telling an engaging story about a girlβs caring relationship with her younger brother. Using her ingenuity, imagination, andContinue reading “Why I’m feeling over the moon π π π”
An Evening with Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama has a beautifully written memoir and is on a multi city (21 cities on her calendar to date) tour promoting the book. But more importantly, bringing her message to so many of us who miss the dignity of the 8 years her husband was the president of the United States. I was luckyContinue reading “An Evening with Michelle Obama”
Life imitates Art
Waking up to the beauty of sunrise over the mountains is something I appreciate every day. I’m currently reading and loving KATERINA’S WISH by Jeannie Mobley, which has cover art that reminds me of my sunrises. This is exactly the kind of book that made me love reading. It’s the story of an immigrant girlContinue reading “Life imitates Art”
Cover Reveal for my debut picture book!
“In this charming STEM book, children will see how the light of the full moon inspires Aliana to create a present for her brother Gustavo which will surprise the whole family.” ALIANA REACHES FOR THE MOON releases 2/19/2019 with Eifrig Publishing and is available for preorder now at EifrigPublishing.com and Amazon.com Beautifully illustrated by ArielContinue reading “Cover Reveal for my debut picture book!”
Homage to a favorite childhood book
Charlie knows I’m his mama, but since we had a “snort” here this weekend, I couldn’t help but think of PD Eastman’s wonderful book, “Are You My Mother?”