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Dear Lovely Human, Since I last wrote, there have been two wonderful escapes — both very necessary. First: a quick weekend in Naples, Florida with my girlfriends to visit one who’s moved away (tragic for us, excellent for her — warmer weather wins). It wasn’t traditional Florida heat, but it was sunshine, …
Dear Lovely Human, It doesn’t feel like it’s been that long since I sent my December newsletter—and yet, as this season always is, it’s been completely jam-packed. We did our usual holiday road trip: a stop in Williamsburg, VA to see my sister and her family, Christmas at Lake Hartwell …
Dear Fellow Wayfinder, December has been chaotic—and also really, really fun. My husband and I kicked off the month by escaping to Key West for a long weekend, and I’m officially obsessed. I’d never been before, and the place has legit vibes. Warm air, salty water, pastel houses, and a …
Recently, my middle schooler stepped into the spotlight as Chip in Beauty & the Beast, and I don’t think my heart has recovered yet. She brought her whole self to the role—joyful, goofy, fearless—and it was magic. We celebrated afterward the way we do best: a backyard bonfire with pizza, wine, …
We snuck away to Kiawah Island over Indigenous Peoples Weekend — technically for the hubbie’s work, but it turned into a rainy, cozy, restorative few days. The kids came too, and between the drizzle and deadlines, I actually got some downtime: napping by the fire, reading with the sound of rain, and a few beach walks when the …
I came back from all my travels and jumped straight into back-to-school mode—so far, so good! My 11-year-old is thriving at her new school. She made the middle school tennis team and landed the role of Chip in Beauty and the Beast! (Yes, I’m bursting with pride.) The only catch? …
Twenty years ago, I married my college sweetheart. This month, we went to Ireland to celebrate our anniversary — and the magic of the Emerald Isle swept us away. 📽 Come along for green hills, stone walls, and pint-sized pints:Watch the Ireland Anniversary Reel Photo: Going to play tennis at Ashford Castle • …
Is it just me, or is summer sprinting past? I’ve got less than a week until my 20th anniversary trip to Ireland (eek!), while both my girls—8 and 11—are at sleepaway camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Then it’s off as a family to our happy place: Kiawah Island, SC. …
🌸 Messy, Lovely, Mine Did May feel like a whirlwind for you too? If so—you’re not alone. Between end-of-school chaos, high humidity, and about twelve half-finished to-do lists, I’m calling it: we all won Maycember just by surviving it. 🙌 (If you haven’t heard the term Maycember, go watch this …
Okay, I’m a couple of days late, but May the 4th be with you! Yes, I’m a Star Wars geek. In fact, in my story “Butterflies and Goodbyes,” which is a science fiction fantasy romance included in LOVE AT DAWN, the initial setting is a diner named “French Toast and Roast” …
I won’t bury the lede. I will be celebrating with a fun giveaway for my followers and subscribers on my Instagram when I hit a special milestone in the next few weeks. No spoilers now as to what the giveaway is or what I’ll be celebrating, but never fear, I’ll be sure …
Almost there—so close I can taste it! I received marginal edits back from a critique by my fave Jess at HEA Author Services on my first novel (a contemporary romance meant to be the first in a series), and now I’m working on some final tweaks I brainstormed with my …