: About Me

I started writing in my teenage years, mostly as a way to escape and express what I was feeling in my chaotic existence. One of my high school teachers noticed my talent and encouraged me to write. I won a couple of awards in High School, but after graduation my writing went on the back burner and marriage and children took center stage. I never stopped writing, but it was usually for myself or for loved ones.

Life has taken me on a long challenging journey which has led me to where I am today. I've always had a passion to write and have now chosen to overcome my fear of rejection and to use my God given talent for something greater than myself.

I have a wonderful husband, 5 sons and an adorable 2 year old grandson. All of them rock my world! I am a Christian and have a deep love for the Lord. When I am not writing I can usually be found singing and worshiping. My other hobbies include photography, scrap-booking, gardening, home improvement tasks and reading.

My passion is ...

I want to experience life at it's fullest and write about everything along the journey.

I know too much about ...

what it takes to be a "sports mom" and the sacrifices that we make.

My parents always told me ...

I could be whatever I wanted in life as long as I was willing to work hard and take chances.

My childhood ambition ...

When I was younger I wanted to be a brain surgeon.

My favorite memory ...

It's hard to pick just one, but I'd have to say walking hand in hand with my husband on the beach it at the top of the list.

Why I write ...

I write for therapy, to give my thoughts, feelings and opinions a voice. I write to bring joy to others.

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

I'm reading A Mercy, by Toni Morrison

My first job ...

I started picking strawberries at age 12. At age 15 I went to work for Taco Time.

My best moment ...

The day I turned my life over to Christ, with my wedding and children's birth coming in a close second.

My inspiration ...

I find my inspiration from God, my husband and from my sons.

Health & Fitness > Pilates & Yoga Myths about Pilates

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Pilates has gained much popularity over the past few years. Unfortunately, so has the number of myths associated with the Pilates method of exercise. Here are a five common beliefs and misconceptions regarding Pilates. Myth 1 - Pilates is a quick fix to obtaining a flatter stomach. It is true that Pilates will help you achieve a flatter stomach, but it will not happen quickly. The abdominal region (commonly referred to as the core or powerhouse of the body) is the area from just beneath the rib cage to the pelvic area. It is essential to strengthen this area because it is the main stabiliz...

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