The Silver Lining Book Tour At long last, The Silver Lining is being published next week! As a result, I am hitting the road, beginning in New York and moving on to Philadelphia, Nashville, and Phoenix. In April, I’ll be in Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco. In May, I’ll be in Charlotte and Dallas. Tired yet?!?… Continue reading The Silver Lining Book Tour!
Inspirational Books for Women & Children
The Silver Lining Book: ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!
The Silver Lining Book is REALLY HAPPENING. Oh my goodness, I can’t believe that it’s almost HERE! One week from today, in fact! Wowsy! Elizabeth Messina, my friend, photographer and co-author are getting so excited for it to finally be born into the world, and to be able everyone whose life is impacted by breast… Continue reading The Silver Lining Book: ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!
Margaret Atwood’s Ten Rules for Writing
Margaret Atwood’s Ten Rules for Writing Margaret Atwood is one of my favorite writers. I happen to think that she is witty, smart and completely engaging. Recently I came across her ten rules for writing and loved them…and of course had to share them as I prepare for a big writing project. Take a pencil… Continue reading Margaret Atwood’s Ten Rules for Writing
Bookworm: The China Study
The China Study Shortly after I was diagnosed with FBC (f-bomb breast cancer for new readers), several people sent me a copy of The China Study by Dr. T. Colin Campbell. It’s an amazing, eye opening book. Really, really good. My dear friend and health and wellness activist, Kathy Freston interviewed Dr. Campbell for her bestselling book Veganist (another… Continue reading Bookworm: The China Study
Bookworm: Me Before You
Me Before You Do you have book constipation? I had a BAD case of it in December. My oh my. I’m happy to say that my 2014 has started off with two hummm-dinger titles. The first of which is Me Before You by JoJo Myes. A girlfriend of mine – who always has the best recommendations, by… Continue reading Bookworm: Me Before You
The Silver Lining Giveaway
The Silver Lining Giveaway Last week, I received an advanced copy of our book! The real thing. In hardback! My hands trembled and I burst into tears when I opened it. Finally, after a whole heckuvalot of blood, sweat and tears, I held our beloved project in our hands. It was one of the more… Continue reading The Silver Lining Giveaway
2013’s Most Engaging Posts
2013’s Most Engaging Posts On this last afternoon of 2013, I find myself reflecting on this year and counting all of the amazing Silver Linings of the year, beginning with the blog. I especially adore and appreciate all of the amazing feedback and comments that you all share. They mean the world to me. So, I thought… Continue reading 2013’s Most Engaging Posts
Bookworm: Alphabet Book by Tierney Gearon
Alphabet Book by Tierney Gearon Last weekend, I had the great and wonderful opportunity to meet artist and author Tierney Gearon. You see, my dear friend Kendall Conrad hosted a book signing for Tierney at her shop in Montecito. Now, truth be told, I had never heard of Tierney or her book, but when Kendall extends an… Continue reading Bookworm: Alphabet Book by Tierney Gearon
Bookworm: Shaun Tomson The Code
Shaun Tomson The Code Recently, when I was meandering through my local independent bookstore, I came across “The Code” by the world-champion surfer, Shaun Tomson. Do you ever have those days when the perfect book, quote, poem or other form of inspiration is delivered (via Silver platter) exactly when you need it? Well, that is… Continue reading Bookworm: Shaun Tomson The Code
Bookworm: The Power of Self-Compassion
The Power of Self-Compassion Recently, I came across a fantastic book called Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff. She is an associate professor in human development and culture at the University of Texas, Austin. Boy oh boy oh boy does she ever have some powerful and poignant things to say about this concept of self-compassion. This topic is… Continue reading Bookworm: The Power of Self-Compassion