This weekend history was made when Michael Sam became the first openly gay player to be drafted into the NFL. For the most part, the move was well received. However, the ‘kiss’ caused quite a stir. Some notes, the media went too far and didn’t have to show Michael kissing his significant other. Let ...
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Before I was a Mom
Before I was a Mom -I slept as late as I wanted and never worried about how late I got into bed. I brushed my hair and my teeth everyday.Before I was a Mom -I cleaned my house each day. I never tripped over toys or forgot words to a lullaby. I didn’t worry whether or not my plants were poisonous. I ...
Work, Parenting, Wife, Graduate Studies and Writing – Balancing Life
Whatever happened to work life balance?I often joke I have four jobs: Wife, mother, full-time student and since I haven’t reach Nora Roberts’ status yet as an author, I still have a full-time job. Somewhere in there I squeeze time to write. Usually late at night after the boys are tucked in and fast ...
Final Exam – Biology is not my thing
I had to take a final exam today for my Bio class. I procrastinate because I rather do anything then sit and read a biology book. Yet, I maintained an A+ average during the course. Still, let me reiterate, I don't enjoy biology. I have no brilliant explanation for this --- only, it's not my thing. ...
The Scale Synopsis – I promised I would share
The ScaleSynopsisMinka Greene is the first to admit her life sucks. She never thought at twenty-seven she’d still be in a love/ hate relationship with the scale sitting loftily in her room or have to endure watching her twin sister marry the man she loves. Her weight is up and her confidence is ...
Another Day Fighting the Monsters
A good and fun read ...
What! I need to write a synopsis –
I am all about research. As an analyst/project manager, I research, resolve and plan things for a living. So when I learned that most publishers won't even consider reading your novel until they've read the synopsis, I did what every writer who wants to be published should do. I Googled samples of ...
A Contract Offer – The Scale
Imagine my surprise when I opened my inbox today and found a contract offer from a reputable publisher. To think I only started the submission process. This is such an exciting journey. I can't begin to explain how I am feeling. ...