At the edge of Squam lake, a sketchbook watercolor For me, Squam was a beautiful and blessed chance to reconnect. I reconnected with the earth. The sound of pouring rain against the rooftop, a million shades of green in a single tree, sunlight pouring through screened porch windows, stars, stars and more stars. (Yes, I […]

It’s 1-something in the morning and I’m still up. Although my body is completely beat, my brain is wide awake, and I can’t stop thinking about Squam as if I were a kid anxious for Christmas. What can I say? I’m excited. I am looking forward to unplugging my computer for almost a whole week […]

Despite the fact that the whole point of the holiday weekend was rest and relaxation, I did a whole lot of nothing and felt guilty almost the entire time. This is, I think, a symptom of being your own boss. I never used to have that problem. I was the girl who left her work […]

Happy Labor Day Weekend, everyone! It seems I may have spoken too soon. The weather forecast promises 90-degree heat, so we’ve got plans for another swim or two, along with some homemade ice cream and messy art making. Good summery fun. If you find yourself needing something to do, check out some of my new […]

In another life, I think I was a secretary or a librarian. I have always loved organizing, whether it’s sorting my sock drawer or alphabetizing CD and books. It’s a love dating back to childhood when one of my dreams was to be a principal’s assistant. This week, I’ve been slowly going through my piles […]

Squam is in less than three weeks, and I’m going! A great big thank you to everyone who purchased a print. Your support means the world to me. The sales have helped fund my trip in a big way. There are still prints available, and I hope to launch the second in the series within […]

This week, I’ve been squeezing in some last bits of summer. Over the weekend, Rama and I took a morning swim. Yesterday, I indulged in a tangerine (scented and hued) pedi. And tonight, I’ll cut into what may be the last watermelon of the season. I know that the summer temperatures will remain for many […]

Me and Calder I met Calder last week, and he is like nothing and everything I’d imagined. His eyes change from blue to gray and his skin from pink to brown. He has a million facial expressions. He is tiny and adorable and precious. And he seemed to change and grow so much in the […]

I am sitting on our new comfy chair in the corner of the living room, doing some research for a few design projects. Rama is napping on the sofa beside me. I’m tempted to take a nap, too. I’ve developed a habit for afternoon naps while nursing a cold this past week, and I’m wondering […]

On the way to Comic-Con this weekend, Rama read me a story. He often reads to me while I’m driving, and I love it. He’ll read a piece from Esquire magazine or he’ll share a funny part in a comic, something fun that keeps our mood light. This time, he read The Life of God […]