Although I've scaled back on some online sites, I have added a new one that is a helluva lotta fun:  Pinterest.  I have always made collections (usually in Word docs or notepads) of interests - recipes, clothing, party ideas.  Now, I have an online place to do it.  Having a blast.  Must be careful about the time suck factor though!  Of course, with ( Read more... )

I just had an absolutely amazing time with my sister in law and my niece Avery and nephew Grayson.  I am so thrilled to be their auntie and to spend time with them making memories.

Add to that, my BFF Raina having her little bundle of joy this past week, and my other BFF Jenn having her baby last spring, and well.. I am very, very blessed to have ( Read more... )

It is so fantastic to see more attention being drawn to aunthood!  As someone who is childless (first by chance, then by choice), I have embraced the role of aunthood and the children in my life who bring me copious amounts of joy and delight.  I believe there is much I can do to enhance their lives and be a very positive influence.  And of course ( Read more... )

"The Kama Sutra of Kindness: Position Number 3" by Mary Mackey, from Breaking the Fever.

It's easy to love
through a cold spring
when the poles
of the willows
turn green
pollen falls like
a yellow curtain
and the scent of
Paper Whites
clots
the air

but to love for a lifetime
takes talent

you have to mix yourself
with the strange
beauty of someone
else
wake each ( Read more... )

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I had a fabulous time at SEAF this year.  Not working, but enjoying attending as a literary artist.  If you didn't buy a copy of the anthology (they sold out on site), you can order at: http://seattle-erotic.org/2011/05/24/did-you-get-your-copy/

xoxo


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Live in Joy

Live in Joy, In love,
Even among those who hate.

Live in joy, In health,
Even among the afflicted.

Live in joy, In peace,
Even among the troubled.

Look within. Be still.
Free from fear and attachment,
Know the sweet joy of living in the way.

~

There is no fire like greed,
No crime like hatred,
No sorrow like separation,
No sickness like ( Read more... )

Just got home from an amazing trip in the Olympics with my DH.  Will share more later, but here are a few favorite moments:

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This year I am volunteering with the Seattle Erotic Art Festival in the capacity of Marketing Director.  While exciting, it is a huge commitment and one that requires support.  We have an awesome team of professionals, and I'm looking for a marketing assistant, ideally someone with a little marketing background and a strong desire to learn more.

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Open to the world
open to spirit
open to the changing wind
open to touch
open to nature
open to the world within
open to change
open to adventure
open to the new
open to love
open to miracles
open Beloved to You

Open to learn
open to laughter
open to being blessed
open to joy
open to service
open to saying "Yes !"
open to risk
open to passion.