Well, that’s it. I did it. My first appearance on TV is now history. I think it went pretty well. As soon as I got there and set up my goodies I wasn’t nervous at all (okay–little bit). I didn’t do any of the list of things feared, which was my ultimate goal. I took […]

Just a little video of me preparing for tomorrow’s segment on DayBreak OC. I should be in bed now. Geesh! It’s past midnight…

This is how I was asked to do an appearance on Orange County’s local morning news program–DayBreak OC. The producer emailed me and asked if I could do a short, 3 to 5 minute, segment on “What to pack for a perfect day at the beach with your family.” After much panicking, I sent the […]

Oh, YouTube and your maniacal ways…You have again, lured me in to another spaz-fest of watching videos made genius by your own particular genre…huh? Don’t worry, I don’t even know what that means… I have found still another favorite on YouTube–Pop Waffle. I just about did a spit-take on this one, set to the tune […]

Our forth annual trip to Palm Springs will go down in the books as one of the best. We stayed at Leann’s freshly built house, which rivals any hotel (sorry Larry) in town. The house done in a Mission Style, with large stone floors, heaving drapes and wrought iron, was a perfect, cool refuge from […]

I have been wanting to participate in “Sincerely ‘Fro me to you” blog carnival for weeks, but have simple been too busy. So since I am determined to avoid my responsibilities tonight, I thought this was as good as time as any to join in the madness. Kristen at “We are that family” puts on […]

Getting ready for a swanky weekend in Palm Springs with my girlfriends. It is our bi-yearly get-away without kids and husbands. Palm Springs is one of those places that actually lives up to its retro reputation. We are going to eat at Bing Crosby’s Restaurant and Piano Bar on Saturday night. I am hoping to […]

I spent time on iTunes last night making this iMix for Carrie at Barefoot Gypsy Girl. Carrie, During your blog-break I hope you enjoy some time with your family and friends. Please refrain from listening to “Death Cab for Cutie” during your respite and listen to the skillfully crafted iMix below instead. Come back when […]

My dog Hazel gets excited when she knows she is going somewhere fun–me too.