Category Archives: Motherhood

My Book Collecting Problem

Today, I discuss my book collecting problem. Make sure you scroll down for the  book giveaway, and then visit the next blog on the hop! I hate parting with books. I really do. This is why I have too many … Continue reading

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HANDA’S SURPRISE: Theater for toddlers

This weekend, my husband and I took our 20-month old daughter into New York City to see The New Victory Theater’s HANDA’S SURPRISE. The production, adapted from the children’s book of the same name by Eileen Browne, was staged by … Continue reading

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How Audio Books Saved My Life

Fifteen days into 2016, I thought I would check in about how I am doing with my resolutions. Because, let’s face it: usually, by this point I’ve dropped the ball and reverted back to all of my old habits. But … Continue reading

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Writer’s Play: Theorizing (Quite Seriously!) Toys and Picture Books

I am delighted to welcome fellow mystery writer Maia Chance to Not Even Joking today! I asked Maia to discuss motherhood and writing and inspiration… subjects that are very close to my heart. And be sure to check out the … Continue reading

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Murder, Mayhem and Motherhood

I’d never had a problem with murder until I gave birth. I used to watch Law & Order: SVU religiously. Not to mention Criminal Minds and Bones and anything else with a dead body in it. My ex claimed that … Continue reading

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