Knit for Heart Health>
So exciting! Just got my first copy of the new Knit Red book -- a book of 30 knit patterns from the nation's top designers. I even have one in! Proceeds benefit the National Heart Institute & with a HUGE family history of heart disease, I'm thrilled to have written the foreword. PRE-Order »
Homework Lifesavers!
Homework is HARD! And even if it's your child who has to do it, chances are they are coming to you for help. If your house is like mine, it's usually it's late in the evening, when everyplace is closed and your kid says, "I need graph paper." Fear not -- Homework tips HERE! HERE »
Reality TV Impact
A Girl Scout study shows the REAL impace of reality tv on girls. While not surprising, it IS eye-opening. Teen girls who watch reality TV ARE impacted by what they see -their attitudes and expectations are changed. Teen girls who watch reality expect MORE drama, aggression, and bullying in their life, believe gossiping is normal -- AND -- say they are 'happier' when they have a boyfriend or significant other. Click for MORE. More »
Find Your Happiness
Some days you just feel sad ... There's not always a reason - or - sometimes there is a very good reason. Either way, Chicken Soup for the book "Find Your Happiness" is a MUST READ! I wrote the foreward for this wonderfully uplifting collection of 101 stories to help YOU find what makes your heart sing! More »
PowerReply
I am sometimes shocked by the anger and venom that appears in emails that I receive. My website makes me VERY accessible to folks (click the mailbox and you'll see!), but the anonymity of the 'net seems to transform some people. It's amazing to see what the power of a thoughtful reply will do to some people! Read on ... More »
DebVisitsNate
I LOVED being on the Nate Show, when I surprised a young woman to fix up her very drab bedroom (& maybe get a new lease on life!) It was an inspirational segment on both the life and decorating levels! Click to see MORE ... More »



