The 2013 Project
In 2012, I read 85 books. Some were recommended by friends. Others I sought out. A few serendipitously crossed my path as I wandered around my local library. For 2013, I decided to do something...
View ArticleMissed Connection
I’ve been an admirer of Sophie Blackall’s Missed Connections illustrations for years. But I never thought I’d find myself writing one of my own. Let me set the scene a bit: I’m shy. Very shy....
View ArticleEnchanted: Meera Lee Patel
There are stories here, in the lines and colors of the art. Stories about transformation and the night sky and enchantment. I met Meera at an outdoor fair, in her sweet and utterly charming booth. She...
View Article#Badass
I never quite got around to choosing a word for this year, but badass seems to be popping up over and over again. First, it was archery. Now, it’s motorcycles. Before the temperatures in DC dipped...
View ArticleSobre Mesa
Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of being a guest at the first Sobre Mesa catering event. Peter and Roberto, friends who grew up together in Tijuana, started Sobre Mesa after repeatedly...
View ArticleLittle Touches
I’ve been working with some awesome bloggers and creatives recently, helping them make their websites even more amazing. And…well, I’ve been so inspired by some of them, I just had to gush. And...
View ArticleAnatomy of a Heart
In searching for geeky Valentine’s Day cards, I came across this fantastic one I wanted to share. I hope whatever you do today, you celebrate love, in all its amazing forms. Love between lovers, love...
View ArticleGoddess Revived
"> These days, nothing enters my closet unless (1) it makes me feel beautiful and (2) the fabric doesn’t get caught in my bow when I’m shooting. But once I saw these pieces from the Zuhaur Murad...
View ArticlePlaying Hooky
Last night, I decided that I would take a mental health day and play hooky from work today. I won’t lie: the predicted 58-degree weather might have had something to do with it. But really, I’ve been...
View ArticleDiscover Your Highest Self
One of my favorite parts about working with Ana of BlogMilk on her awesome WordPress theme designs (she designs, I code) is that I’ve met some truly incredible people in the process. Elizabeth of Your...
View ArticlePorcupine Hugs
"> I got an email from my talented friend Dorkys minutes ago and immediately knew I had to share its contents: the announcement that her shop, Porcupine Hugs, has launched. "> Really, I don’t...
View ArticleThe Archer’s Wardrobe
…consists entirely of dresses and skirts. I’m atypical as far as archers go though. But the combination of a dress and a bow makes me feel both powerful and feminine. I love being a contradiction....
View ArticleWhat the Last Weeks Have Been Leading To
Last weekend, there was an archery tournament. Today, I resigned from my job. My heart is still racing. And let me tell you — while I feel wildly free, I’m also a bit terrified. For the first time in...
View ArticleAll the Right Curves
Before the cold weather and snow hit last night, I spent a good portion of my weekend outdoors. I even got a bit of sunburn. But that time in the woods, surrounded by trees, started me daydreaming,...
View ArticleGoing Rogue {a new series}
Last Friday, I gave notice at my job. It’s a move I wanted to make for more than a year. I will tell you, I’ve been blessed at this job: I have a good salary, great benefits, super awesome coworkers,...
View ArticleReverie Daydream
My sweet friend Melissa is writing again. I wanted to gush about her because not only is she one of the most incredible women and writers I know, but I also helped her with her new website. It’s the...
View ArticleThe Attic of Poor Richard’s Books
On my recent trip to Kentucky, my father and I stopped in at his sister’s bookstore in Frankfort. My aunt Elizabeth and her children were the exotic part of the family in my mind as I grew up: they...
View ArticleGoing Rogue: Generosity
On Tuesday, at 3:12am, I had my first-ever panic attack. As far as panic attacks go, I’m sure it was mild one: I just suddenly woke from my slumber with an overwhelming feeling of dread. It was the...
View ArticleGoing Rogue: Transitioning
Two weeks ago, I left my job and started this. I expected this to be easy, and while it has been freeing, it’s been overwhelming as well. I’ve overbooked myself, over-committed myself, over-scheduled...
View ArticleLessons from a Falling Star
Heartbreak is exquisite, and beautiful like a falling star. It hurts, yes, but how wondrous that we can be so fragile and yet so strong. And that’s where I’ve been: getting my heart broken and not...
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