About the Author

Some random non-writing (and writing) facts about me:

* I break for green tea ice cream (strawberry and Fosselman’s Real Pistachio, also.) Donuts like “lemon weapon” and “banana kill” from Donut Friend are my kryptonite. Who am I kidding? I simply love FOOD, really delicious food (and tea!) I have been known to tear-up when there is a flavor party in my mouth.

* My day job is:   1) being a mom (is it a job if I get paid in kisses – yes!)   2)  Writing features for magazines and newspapers  3) being a “Hot Hula Fitness” instructor (on and off.) And no, hula hoops are not involved. Rather, think fast Tahitian hips.

* I’m smitten with my 13 lb. terripoo/schnoodle, writing partner, hairy daughter, Bree (see photo below.)

* I count myself fortunate to live in the San Gabriel Valley, surrounded by the tastiest fare and warmest people I’ve ever met.

* I don’t like:   1) smelly bathrooms  2) flies  3) accidentally walking into spider webs!

* I’m blessed with a wonderful family and am usually aware of this, except when my 2 boys are extra “spirited,” (yes, both the biological and adopted one; what are the chances?) But what can I say, but look at their mom! And my husband is a saint. I learn from him continually.