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Transformations!
I have been reflecting on my life and the many things I have done. When I started analyzing it I realized I must get an unconscious kick out of taking something that I think is ugly and turning it into something that I think is beautiful with the resources I have in my hand. Let me tell you some stories and see if you agree with my conclusion. First transformation that I remember that I wish I could change was my mom’s avocado green fridge, stove and dishwasher. As a little girl, I always thought it was one of the worst colors in the world and I had to look…
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I received a Book Excellence Award!
I am incredibly excited to announce that I have been recognized as a Book Excellence Award Finalist for my book, “Splish Splash Born in the Bath in Picture Books Category ages 4-8. Out of hundreds of books that were entered into the Book Excellence Awards competition, my book was selected for its high quality writing, design and overall market appeal. To view my complete award listing, you can visit: Book Excellence Awards. The book was released in 2019 and is about how one baby decided to enter the world quickly and in an unusual way. The book is perfect for children ages 0-6. You can get a copy for yourself at Amazon.ca. It is also available in 13 other countries on…
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Why “Splish Splash Born in the Bath” was created?
My daughter is the “baby” in the story. If it wasn’t for her story there would be no story. Her story came about because I didn’t believe that I needed to have a painful and long delivery. I used to raise Quarter horses and I always marveled at how easily they gave birth. It was quite the opposite of pretty much every women I had met who wished to share their “horror” birth stories. I always thought I would just stick to having horse babies. They were much cuter and a whole lot easier. The short story is when I was pregnant with Anja I asked the Lord if I…