: About Me

As a child, I spent my free time in my room, writing stories in a spiral journal. I've always had an idea in my head, and a story on paper. Stories changed, my writing matured, and before I knew it, I had three novels completed. In today's publishing market, it's nearly impossible for a blossoming writer to be brought on to a publisher, leaving authors the only option to pay for publishing. As a stay at home mom in a faltering economy, this is not an option. The next obvious option is to write for free websites such as Helium or write on my blog, and hope and pray that someone will want me. So here I am, writing on Helium, with my fingers crossed.

As for my life, it's been simple, but fun. I live in San Diego with my husband of four years, our daughter, and our dog. I've had a number of jobs in a variety of fields, and I enjoyed (almost) every one of them. I've had experience in health care, education, hospitality, and sales. My experience in these fields has given me insight into varying worlds and has introduced me to a multitude of people. The more people I meet, the more I realize how diverse and exciting this world can be. And the more I learn, the more I have to teach. I'm excited to share what I know, and explore what I think. Let's get writing!

My passion is ...

after my faith and my family, writing!

I know too much about ...

too many little things!

My parents always told me ...

"Remember who you are."

My childhood ambition ...

was to be a published author.

My favorite memory ...

is going camping with my family.

Why I write ...

I write because I have to. I can't live without it.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

I'm reading "The Sacred Romance" (Curtis/Eldredge)

My first job ...

was as a waitress.

My best moment ...

was giving birth to my daughter.

My inspiration ...

is given to me by God.

Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Behavior & Discipline (Other) Praise of mediocrity and positive reinforcement: Where is the line?

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There seems to be quite a bit of misunderstanding when it comes to the difference between positive reinforcement and praising mediocrity. Parents become confused when they are told not to crush their child's spirits, but to use positive reinforcement, while still encouraging their children to do as best as they can. This confusion comes from a faulty education system, and the common fear of ruining a child's self-esteem. It is possible to use positive reinforcement without allowing a child to be complacent, and without instilling in them the idea that they can do poorly and still achieve a...

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