It's that time of year again -- awards season! I've already watched the Golden Globes (the most fun), the SAG Awards and the Critics' Choice Awards, and I can't wait for the Oscars on Sunday. As usual, my whole family will be making their predictions from around the country … [Read more...] about My 2013 Academy Awards Predictions!
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why i traveled 3000 miles to advocate for children who aren’t mine
Every 20 seconds, a child around the world dies from a disease that could have been prevented by a vaccine. Annually, that number equals almost half the children entering kindergarten in the United States alone this year. As a mother, I find that devastating. As a human … [Read more...] about why i traveled 3000 miles to advocate for children who aren’t mine
omg, i’ve got bieber fever!
It's Blog Hop time again! This month it's all about celebrity crushes, past and present, so I'm re-posting my piece inspired by my experience at the screening of the Justin Bieber movie. Don't be embarrassed to share your own crush in the Comments below! I'd love to know who … [Read more...] about omg, i’ve got bieber fever!
I’ve Been Named a Delegate for the United Nations Foundation’s Shot@Life Champion Summit!
I’m so proud to announce that I’ve been chosen as a delegate for the United Nations Foundation’s 2013 Shot@Life Champion Summit, February 10 to 12, in Washington, DC. Representing 37 states, the delegates include bloggers, parents, students, professionals and activists who … [Read more...] about I’ve Been Named a Delegate for the United Nations Foundation’s Shot@Life Champion Summit!
Anne Lamott on Turning “Help Thanks Wow” Into “Hips Thighs Waist”
Beloved author Anne Lamott recently wrote a Facebook post about diet books and self-esteem that resonated so strongly with her fans -- of which there are more than 98,000 (that's just on her Facebook page, which you should "like" because it gives you little nuggets of her wisdom … [Read more...] about Anne Lamott on Turning “Help Thanks Wow” Into “Hips Thighs Waist”
my personal photos from the movie set of “safe haven”
Even writers know that a picture is worth a thousand words, so I thought I’d share my photos from my Safe Haven movie set visit last summer in Southport, North Carolina, with you. Note: writers also know that captions are helpful – or we rationalize they are – so here’s my album … [Read more...] about my personal photos from the movie set of “safe haven”
touring southport, north carolina on the set of “safe haven” with nicholas sparks
I had a great time in Southport, North Carolina last summer visiting the set of Safe Haven, the upcoming movie based on Nicholas Sparks’ bestselling book. The movie, which stars Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel, will be released, appropriately, on Valentine’s Day so you may want … [Read more...] about touring southport, north carolina on the set of “safe haven” with nicholas sparks
my “a-hot-stone-massage!” moment
You never know when you’ll experience what Oprah likes to call “a-ha!” moments -- moments, as defined by Merriam-Webster, of "sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition, or comprehension" -- but I’ve come to expect mine when I’m in the middle of a massage. This was … [Read more...] about my “a-hot-stone-massage!” moment